Anyone Have Surgery at Elmbrook Memorial Hospital?

I will be having my surgery at Elmbrook on Tuesday and was wondering if anyone could honestly tell me how they liked it?

Were the nurses friendly? Did you get a private room? Was the hospital quiet? Is it a good idea to bring a laptop and/or ipod?

How was your overall experience?

I have read the reviews here on OH, just looking for a little more personal experiences! Thanks in advance for your input!

, Jules

Jules,

I had my surgery at Elmbrook in January. The hospital was very clean. The staff was nice and attentive, even the staff that wasn't assigned to me. I had a private room that was quiet, but kept my door closed at night because I need complete darkness to be able to sleep. I would not bring anything valuable to the hospital, even if my family owned to hospital. Good luck with your surgery and your new life.

Pallas

I had Dr. Engstrand also and my surgery was done at Elmbrook.  How did it go?  How are you feeling?  My surgery was great and I'm feeling wonderful!

 It went pretty good! Dr. Engstrand had his work cut out for him with me! I had a 7 1/2 hr. surgery because of a surprise hernia, a hiding appendix and a stone-filled gallbladder removal. I had a bit of a rough start, but I am starting to feel a little better every day!

, Jules

Hi Jules....

I had my surgery there in September of 2008 (Dr. Engstrand too)... and it was a great hospital.  I had diabetes back then so they had to come in my room and check my blood sugar every hour day and night and that got to be a little annoying after a while but it was a necessary thing I guess.  The hospital, room, nurses and staff are all superior!  It was a positive experience in every way.

I had Dr Engstrand as well and he did a great job.  The hospital is a good one and I have no complaints.  Glad your surgery went well and you are on the mend.