Local Woman Experiences Vital Lifesaving Surgery at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center
5/1/2024
POPLAR BLUFF, MO – In the midst of a health crisis, April Eskew found herself in the hands of Hector Dox, M.D., cardiothoracic surgeon and member of the medical staff at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center, whose experience and compassion guided her through a challenging ordeal.
What appeared to be a case of the flu quickly escalated into pneumonia, leading to April's admission to Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center via ambulance. The infection was severe, forming a pus-filled sac behind a lung that demanded immediate attention.
“Dr. Dox explained the gravity of the situation with honesty, and his compassion meant the world to me,” said April.
In the operating room, Dr. Dox addressed the infection head-on. His approach involved physically accessing April's lung to remove the threat, a procedure she mentions with gratitude.
“Dr. Dox said the infection was so thick it was like sucking molasses through a straw,” April added. “He did exactly what he said he was going to do, and from the moment he entered the room, I knew he was someone I could trust.”
Throughout April’s experience, Dr. Dox's compassion was a constant source of comfort. From the initial consultation to follow-up visits, “his care and reassurance were unwavering,” easing April's anxieties.
For April, Dr. Dox's presence was crucial. Without his knowledge, April might have faced a transfer to another facility, adding inconvenience to an already challenging situation. “The timing of it all—me getting sick the very week Dr. Dox started at PBRMC—it was meant to be!”
“I hope to never have to see him again, but for me to say bye to him had me in tears. He and his nurse are an exceptional team!”
Looking ahead, April is eager to embrace life's simple pleasures, like “sitting in the sunshine!”
For more information about Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center’s cardiothoracic services, please visit PBRMC.com/surgery-services.
Back