Although I rate the hospital high, an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Alwahdani, nearly killed me. Outcome is still in doubt. After bringing my left ventricle from heart failure mode, to above average functionality, He discontinued one medication (digoxin), with instructions to call him immediately if I experienced severe fatigue and diffculty catching my breath. Within 9 days I had these symptoms. I reported them immediately, but it was over 3 weeks before a diagnostic check was performed. During that time the left ventricle dropped back to 23% functionality. He must have been caught off guard, because he blamed me for the relapse. But…I did not order the Digoxin discontinuance, I simply followed his instructions. I’m looking at starting from scratch, possibly losing work time, and the Mercy Cardiology Clinic won’t allow my care to be taken over by another physician, simply because I seek a second opinionon this care at University of Iowa. Io didn’ t expect Mercy to close ranks to defend a physician who nearly killed a man. My wife called the clinic seeking to understand this policy about changing physicians, and the scheduler yelled at her and hung up. Not something anyone would want to experience. Thankfully the voice recording was clear. Don’t become a statistic, go to St. Luke’s or University of Iowa if you want transparent care.

The GI clinic staff and docs are amazing!!!
I had a colon scope. And was treated with the best care.
5 stars.