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Hialeah Hospital
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Number of Contributors: 23
WARNING: Does this hospital have less than 25 reviews?
If so, don't let a small sample size bias you.
Subjective reviews below are relayed merely as a partial and incomplete
research tool.
Survey Questions:
- How would you rate its overall value? (“Overall Value”)
- How well equipped was the hospital to handle overweight patients? (“Oversized Equipped”)
- How sensitive was the staff to the needs of overweight patients? (“Oversized Sensitive”)
- How safe did you feel that the hospital was well equipped enough to handle any medical
emergency that might arise during your stay there? (“Multi Security”)
- How much privacy did you feel the hospital gave you? (“Privacy”)
- How responsive did you feel the hospital was in giving you pain medications? (“Pain Medications”)
- How restfully quiet did you find your experience? (“Quiet”)
- How accommodating was the hospital in allowing visitors to see you? (“Visiting”)
- How responsive do you feel the staff was in helping you with your general needs during
your stay? (“Staff Responsive”)
- How would you rate the parking accomodations? (“Parking”)
- How did you select this hospital? (“How Selected”)
- How would you compare this hospital to others that you have been to? (“Competitors”)
- What other comments do you have about this hospital? (“Comments”)
| Posted by: |
Jay H. (Posted on August 31, 2008) |
| Overall Value: |
Poor |
Oversized Equipped: |
Good |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Poor |
| Multi Security: |
Average |
Privacy: |
Good |
Pain Medication: |
Very Poor |
| Quiet: |
Poor |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Very Poor |
| Parking: |
Average |
| How Selected:
| It is one of the hospitals my surgeon is associated with and the closest to my house. |
| Competitors: |
Not as good. The nurses and staff were non responsive to any help or meds I needed. |
| Comments: |
I would have to remind and beg for pain meds. Any time I called for a nurse it would take them 30 minutes or more to come see what I needed. |
| Posted by: |
Wendy T. (Posted on August 1, 2008) |
| Overall Value: |
Good |
Oversized Equipped: |
Excellent |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Excellent |
| Multi Security: |
Excellent |
Privacy: |
Good |
Pain Medication: |
Excellent |
| Quiet: |
Excellent |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Excellent |
| Parking: |
Very Poor |
| How Selected:
| Close to home and of the four that my doctor works at, this is the one that I felt most comfortable in. |
| Competitors: |
Baptist Hospital is the BEST of all hospitals. Hialeah is OK. Basically their Bariatric Dept is great. Overall, their just so so. |
| Comments: |
The hospital parking is the worst in the galaxy. They need to do something about it. The OR staff was amazing. Wendy was outstanding. The nurses depended on who you got. I had a great day one staff. Perengit (hope I spelled that right) was awesome, her assistant Juana was spectacular. Day two, not so hot. Rosemanon, don't mispronounce her name or she will set you straight. She had the bedside manor of a paper towel. I can work most people to turn them nice but she is just the most miserable person ever. Her assistant, Dulce, was very nice - not as great as Juana. The Charge Nurse came in a few times to introduce herself and make sure everything was ok. Don't be afraid to ask for meds or voice what hurts. That is their job. If they have an attitude then complain to the charge nurse. The surgery isn't free. That is their job - to take care of you. If I had had day ones staff then the overall rating for Hialeah would have been excellent. Hialeah should read this and adjust things accordingly. |
| Posted by: |
m.j S. (Posted on April 21, 2008) |
| Overall Value: |
Excellent |
Oversized Equipped: |
Excellent |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Excellent |
| Multi Security: |
Excellent |
Privacy: |
Excellent |
Pain Medication: |
Excellent |
| Quiet: |
Excellent |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Excellent |
| Parking: |
Excellent |
| How Selected:
| my docotor works here |
| Competitors: |
much better |
| Comments: |
the weight loss staf was great |
| Posted by: |
Lizzette B. (Posted on February 19, 2008) |
| Overall Value: |
N/A |
Oversized Equipped: |
Average |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Average |
| Multi Security: |
Average |
Privacy: |
N/A |
Pain Medication: |
N/A |
| Posted by: |
Rhonda B. (Posted on October 10, 2007) |
| Overall Value: |
Very Poor |
Oversized Equipped: |
Good |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Good |
| Multi Security: |
Poor |
Privacy: |
Good |
Pain Medication: |
Very Poor |
| Quiet: |
Very Poor |
Visiting: |
Good |
Staff Responsive: |
Very Poor |
| Parking: |
Good |
| How Selected:
| A friend had her RNY there. |
| Competitors: |
Terrible. This is my 8th surgery and this was the worst hospital experience I have ever had.
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| Comments: |
I had nurses come to my room that didn't speak English. I was left with an empty IV bag for 8 hours. It took 11 tries to get an IV started on me. I woke up in the operating room as I was being intubated. I have been truly tramatized by the whole experience.
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| Posted by: |
Maria R. (Posted on October 30, 2006) |
| Overall Value: |
Excellent |
Oversized Equipped: |
Excellent |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Excellent |
| Multi Security: |
Excellent |
Privacy: |
Good |
Pain Medication: |
Excellent |
| Quiet: |
Excellent |
Visiting: |
Good |
Staff Responsive: |
Excellent |
| Parking: |
Excellent |
| How Selected:
| My surgeon offers the surgey at Hialeah or Cedars. I mainly decided because a previous friend had it done at Hiealeh Hospital and was satisfied with the care they provided. |
| Competitors: |
Not sure |
| Comments: |
The hospital seems old but I was well satisfied with the service |
| Posted by: |
Belkis G. (Posted on October 21, 2006) |
| Overall Value: |
Excellent |
Oversized Equipped: |
Excellent |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Excellent |
| Multi Security: |
Excellent |
Privacy: |
Excellent |
Pain Medication: |
Excellent |
| Quiet: |
Excellent |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Excellent |
| Parking: |
Excellent |
| Posted by: |
Bianca M. (Posted on June 30, 2006) |
| Overall Value: |
Good |
Oversized Equipped: |
Good |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Good |
| Multi Security: |
Good |
Privacy: |
Good |
Pain Medication: |
Good |
| Quiet: |
Good |
Visiting: |
Good |
Staff Responsive: |
Good |
| Parking: |
Good |
| How Selected:
| my surgeon told me i be having my surgery there |
| Competitors: |
well its okay but sometimes they make you do a run around but yeah its okay |
| Comments: |
its okay |
| Posted by: |
Dianelys V. (Posted on June 10, 2006) |
| Overall Value: |
Good |
Oversized Equipped: |
Excellent |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Excellent |
| Multi Security: |
Excellent |
Privacy: |
Good |
Pain Medication: |
Excellent |
| Quiet: |
Excellent |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Excellent |
| Parking: |
Excellent |
| How Selected:
| The hospital is 15 minutes away from my house. |
| Competitors: |
This is the only hospital that I been to. |
| Comments: |
I have very good comments my overall experience was great, nurses were great making sure that I felt good at all times. |
| Posted by: |
Lizette B. (Posted on December 23, 2005) |
| Overall Value: |
Good |
Oversized Equipped: |
Good |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Good |
| Multi Security: |
Excellent |
Privacy: |
Good |
Pain Medication: |
Excellent |
| Quiet: |
Excellent |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Excellent |
| Parking: |
Average |
| How Selected:
| was one of two hospitals Dr. de la Cruz-Munoz operated from and was closest to my house. |
| Competitors: |
staff was very nice in comparison to nearby Palmetto General Hospital. |
| Comments: |
staff was very attentive, supportive and helpful. |
| Posted by: |
Gladys "Lily" E. (Posted on July 16, 2005) |
| Overall Value: |
Excellent |
Oversized Equipped: |
Good |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Excellent |
| Multi Security: |
Good |
Privacy: |
Excellent |
Pain Medication: |
Excellent |
| Quiet: |
Excellent |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Excellent |
| Parking: |
Good |
| How Selected:
| I actually selected this hospital because it was the least expensive hospital my surgeon did surgery at, I was a self paid patient and dis some research on the hospital and forund it to be adequate, they have Bariatric Surgery Rooms, and have a nhter surgeon also bringing patients, there I also spoke with a couple of patients who had the sugery at this hospital and they had no complaints. |
| Competitors: |
I did not.
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| Comments: |
I was very pleased with the way they tooke care of me, the nurses were excellent, they were good about my pain medication. They helped me in and out of bed without a problem. I had an excellent expereince at the hospital and I would recomend the hospital to anyone. Thank you Hialeah Hospital you were great. |
| Posted by: |
Ken H. (Posted on June 7, 2005) |
| Overall Value: |
Good |
Oversized Equipped: |
Good |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Good |
| Multi Security: |
Good |
Privacy: |
Excellent |
Pain Medication: |
Excellent |
| Quiet: |
Good |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Excellent |
| Parking: |
Good |
| How Selected:
| Closer to home,one of the hospitals my surgeon operates at,best overall pricing |
| Competitors: |
I would rate it right up there with other hospitals I have stayed at in the past. |
| Comments: |
Staff was very good, hospital was very clean. I have no complaints at all! |
| Posted by: |
Jessica R. (Posted on July 16, 2004) |
| Overall Value: |
Excellent |
Oversized Equipped: |
Excellent |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Excellent |
| Multi Security: |
Excellent |
Privacy: |
Excellent |
Pain Medication: |
Excellent |
| Quiet: |
Excellent |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Excellent |
| Parking: |
Good |
| How Selected:
| THis is the only Hospital Dr.Sosa does the surgery in. |
| Competitors: |
Well because of my size I feel the hospitals equiptment and oversized chairs and beds where just outstanding. |
| Comments: |
They even have specialized things in the operating room to move you very easy. In the rooms the beds are not only big but the can put you in a stand up position, which doent cause any unnecessary pain or discomfort. I feel the cater to big people, and for that I HIGHLY recommend this hospital! |
| Posted by: |
N C. (Posted on March 24, 2004) |
| Overall Value: |
Good |
Oversized Equipped: |
Excellent |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Excellent |
| Multi Security: |
Excellent |
Privacy: |
Excellent |
Pain Medication: |
Excellent |
| Quiet: |
Excellent |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Good |
| Parking: |
Good |
| How Selected:
| Dr. Sosa , he is the head Bariatric surgeon. They have a special wing for Bariatric patients. |
| Competitors: |
I have been to Palmetto all my life.
But I loved my stay at Hialeah.
Astonishing better than Palmetto. |
| Comments: |
Every member of the staff was great.
I only have to small complaints.
No warm water in the bathroom and I felt they needed to clean the bathroom more often. But other than that, I had a pleasant time in recovery there.
Thank you to all the members of the Bariatric Team! |
| Posted by: |
Betty B. (Posted on February 18, 2004) |
| Overall Value: |
Excellent |
Oversized Equipped: |
Excellent |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Excellent |
| Multi Security: |
Excellent |
Privacy: |
Excellent |
Pain Medication: |
Excellent |
| Quiet: |
Excellent |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Excellent |
| Parking: |
Excellent |
| How Selected:
| That's where Dr.Sosa Does his Surgery. |
| Competitors: |
The Staff there treats you like Family. |
| Comments: |
Well, first I like to thank GOD without this it would not been possible. I like to thank my Nurses David, Nancy and Sues. And all the Staff at Hialeah Hospital. To my Dr. Sosa (He is my ANGEL MY gift from GOD). You are a very SPECIAL Person in my LIFE. I can't thank you enough. May GOD keep on BLESSING you and your Family. |
| Posted by: |
Marilise B. (Posted on August 2, 2003) |
| Overall Value: |
Excellent |
Oversized Equipped: |
Excellent |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Excellent |
| Multi Security: |
Excellent |
Privacy: |
Excellent |
Pain Medication: |
Excellent |
| Quiet: |
Good |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Excellent |
| Parking: |
Good |
| How Selected:
| This is the hospital in which my surgeon, Dr. Sosa, operates on his patients. |
| Competitors: |
I would say it's an excellent place. The employees are very competent. |
| Comments: |
I had an excellent experience at the hospital, aside from my physical pain, which had nothing to do with them.
The employees are very competent and extremely warm and affectionate which I greatly appreciated because surgery is such a delicate and difficult time.
My only complaint: more of their employees need to improve their English. They should also ask a patient before beginning talks with them whether they speak English or Spanish. I had a terrible experience in my recovery immediately post-op when I had the tubes down my throat and couldn't understand the nurse's Spanish instructions; of course I couldn't tell her so because I had tubes down my throat and couldn't talk. It was a frantic experience and only served to make me panic, when she should have spoken to me in English. |
| Posted by: |
Oscar G. (Posted on June 15, 2003) |
| Overall Value: |
Excellent |
Oversized Equipped: |
Excellent |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Excellent |
| Multi Security: |
Excellent |
Privacy: |
Excellent |
Pain Medication: |
Excellent |
| Quiet: |
Excellent |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Excellent |
| Parking: |
Excellent |
| How Selected:
| Dr Jorge Sosa is the Chief Bariatric surgeon at Hialeah Hospital. This hospital has a whole section (program) dedicated to Dr Sosa and his Bariatric patients. |
| Competitors: |
I don't know how other hospitals manage this type of procedure. I do know that I am forever grateful with the service and dedication that the Hialeah Hospital staff showed me while I stayed with them. |
| Comments: |
In general I highly recommend this hospital for bariatric patients. They were always eager to answer questions and sencerely cared about my needs. My family openly expressed that everyone there treated them kindly and assisted in making them feel at home. Even the chairs were over-sized to make it more comfortable for those people who can't fit in smaller (normal) chairs. |
| Posted by: |
Shawanda M. (Posted on April 17, 2003) |
| Overall Value: |
Good |
Oversized Equipped: |
Good |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Good |
| Multi Security: |
Excellent |
Privacy: |
Average |
Pain Medication: |
Good |
| Quiet: |
Excellent |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Good |
| Parking: |
Average |
| How Selected:
| that is where the surgeon is cheif of staff |
| Competitors: |
it was very expeditious with getting things done |
| Comments: |
very nice |
| Posted by: |
Gema M. (Posted on April 7, 2003) |
| Overall Value: |
Good |
Oversized Equipped: |
Good |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Excellent |
| Multi Security: |
Excellent |
Privacy: |
Average |
Pain Medication: |
Very Poor |
| Quiet: |
Average |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Excellent |
| Parking: |
Excellent |
| How Selected:
| I have family that worked there. |
| Competitors: |
it is one of the better ones, it is clean ,and very family oriented. They even let my mom stay with me the first night! |
| Posted by: |
Sandra G. (Posted on December 15, 2002) |
| Overall Value: |
Excellent |
Oversized Equipped: |
Excellent |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Good |
| Multi Security: |
Excellent |
Privacy: |
Excellent |
Pain Medication: |
Excellent |
| Quiet: |
Excellent |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Good |
| Parking: |
Excellent |
| How Selected:
| Its the only hospital that my surgeon does surgery in. |
| Posted by: |
Jennifer R. (Posted on December 7, 2002) |
| Overall Value: |
Excellent |
Oversized Equipped: |
Excellent |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Good |
| Multi Security: |
Excellent |
Privacy: |
Excellent |
Pain Medication: |
Excellent |
| Quiet: |
Excellent |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Good |
| Parking: |
Good |
| How Selected:
| My surgeon does almost all of his surgeries here |
| Competitors: |
Nurse service seemed much better than past experience with Palmetto General |
| Comments: |
My only complaint is that the food, too much sugar and horrible. I didn't touch it. Best part was GREAT reponse from nurses for any pain meds. |
| Posted by: |
Linda L. (Posted on April 1, 2002) |
| Overall Value: |
Excellent |
Oversized Equipped: |
Excellent |
Oversized Sensitive: |
Excellent |
| Multi Security: |
Excellent |
Privacy: |
Good |
Pain Medication: |
Excellent |
| Quiet: |
Average |
Visiting: |
Excellent |
Staff Responsive: |
Excellent |
| Parking: |
Average |
| How Selected:
| I had to use this hospital because it was where my doctor performs his surgery |
| Competitors: |
I think this hospital was superior, in that there was never a problem they couldn't fix. |
| Comments: |
I thought that the time I spent in the hospital was not too bad. Everyone from the admitting nurse in the or. to the nurses aides were very helpful. They took very good care of me, and when I pressed the little button, they came pretty fast.
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| Posted by: |
Elisa R. (Posted on February 1, 2002) |
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