To the editor:

Before Christmas my wife and I both ended up in Lawrence Memorial Hospital on the same day. My wife had a knee replacement and I had to go to the emergency room. I just wanted to express my thanks for the exceptional care we experienced. We are quite fortunate to have the quality of care in Lawrence, Kan.

The emergency room was run very professionally, and Dr. Trent and Angie and many others on the staff were very kind. Those who have to go to the emergency room are in pain and stressed and scared, but the medical staff remains poised despite tremendous pressure. They are compassionate and treat each person with pleasant courtesy and reassurance. My wife had a very successful knee replacement, thanks to Dr. Wendt and pro therapy in LMH and our family doctor, Dr. Brunfeldt, came to visit.

I know LMH is a top 100 Hospital, but if you ask either of us, it is No. 1. Thanks to LMH, all the great physicians, staff and technicians for a memorable and successful treatment for us in our moment of need!