Penrose St Francis Hospital
Colorado Springs, CO 80907-6794
Phone: (719) 776-5000
User Reviews for Penrose St Francis Hospital
06/30/2007 Posted by fre
Except for being slow to provide adequate pain relief for my compound fracture, I found the services adequate. On about 20 October 2006, I was admitted with a compound fracture of my lower right leg, resulting from a motorcycle mishap. The surgeon, Dr. Walden, apparently did a good repair job. He put a titanium rod and 5 screws into the leg. He was very good about answering my questions. They were able to provide adequate vegetarian meals for me. The visiting hours were generous. The day after the surgery, I was able to get around the hospital with crutches. Although that was a bit faster than usual, the staff saw it as a good sign and encouraged me to be as active as reasonable considering the condition of my leg. However, I was slightly annoyed (and amused) when I was accused of "flashing" even though I wore underpants under the hospital gown. The problem was solved when I later got my own clothing, which had been at a hotel. If hospitals are concerned about patients' "flashing," they should provide something more suitable than a hospital gown. I was even permitted to shower by myself, after being provided with assistance to get started, and was assured that if I had problems, immediate assistance would be provided. It was good to be encouraged to be as independent as possible. The discharge nurse was angry that I stayed 4 days instead of 3. However, since I was from out of town and not in condition to travel, I had no place to go. She discharged me to Springs Village Care Center, a nursing home (on which I have written a review).
Pros: Good staff and service
Cons: A bit slow to provide pain relief upon being admitted
