Hospital: PAM Health Specialty Hospital of Jacksonville
Diagnosis: Respiratory failure
On May 22, 2024, 33-year-old Brandy Scott was admitted to the Mayo Clinic of Jacksonville with persistent worsening of abdominal pains, difficulty breathing, and rapid heart rate accompanied by syncopal episodes. After she was admitted to the ICU and intubated, doctors diagnosed her with pneumonia. In addition, since January of 2023, Brandy has had an extremely complicated medical history with multiple surgeries and hospitalizations.
The Collins, Georgia, resident arrived at PAM Health Specialty Hospital of Jacksonville on June 15, 2024, to begin pulmonary management and functional rehabilitation. Brandy was debilitated and mentally drained from her most recent hospitalization. Our Interdisciplinary Team quickly provided an uplifting and supportive atmosphere to assist in her healing process. Respiratory, Nursing, Speech, Physical and Occupational Therapists, and numerous Medical Providers and Doctors ministered to her physical and mental health.
As she regained her vitality and strength, Brandy’s smile returned to her face, and soon she was making plans to return home. Her Mother, who lived nearby, was a constant presence as she stayed overnight in the hospital with a cot we provided for her in her daughter’s private room. Both Brandy and her mom complimented the tastiness of our food.
After 13 days, Brandy was discharged home with Home Care services in place. She said she appreciated how the PAM Health team helped her with her mental, emotional, and spiritual needs, in addition to her physical and medical ones. We at PAM are overjoyed she recovered quickly and with a happy outcome.
