In the past 7 years I have had 2 emergency room experiences at TVRH. The first was a bad kidney stone attack, the second most recently was more complex. On both occasions I received prompt, professional attention that stabilized my situation. During the kidney stone attack, the reception nurse told my wife she would get the insurance an admission info later. They took me directly into an examination room and than did a CT-scan. On both occasions, I saw a doctor in under 5 minutes. The nurses and staff were attentive and the equal or better than any emergency care I have ever witnessed. I might add the EMS service most recently used was fantastic. They were at our home with 2 vehicles and 4 EMT/paramedics in under 5 minutes, stabilized the problem and transported me to the hospital in under 15 minutes.
There may be exceptions for a variety of reasons, but from those I have talked to who have had actual TVRH ER experiences, the majority feel the results were positive and improving. To be clear, I also understand that there may be those who have not had such positive contacts. Emergency medical situations do not occur with a definable rhythm. Sometimes they come in bunches and tax the system. Other times, if you're fortunate, you will catch a lull in activity. The frustrating experiences are not unique to The Villages. I suspect spending less on golf courses really isn't the cure.
Have a great day in The Villages.
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