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BMG
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Fidepaz Hospital
The 'Purple' Hospital in La Paz.
As of last night, we can now recommend going to the Fidepaz Hospital if you are ever in need of medical care. They seem to have an efficient and
caring staff that see to your needs immediately during an emergency.
Linguine somehow took a header while riding her bike. Something about the brakes not working as she skidded the tire in the layer of dirt and sand on
the road. It must have looked like a slow motion fall as we were barely rolling at the time, but, alas, I was in front of her. She was up from her
spread eagle position before I could get the camera focused. (Just kidding! That would have been insensitive.)
She could tell immediately that something was wrong with her wrist when she couldn't pick up her shoe that had flown off in the accident. No other
clothing, jewelry or body parts came off, thank goodness. She was amazingly unblemished other than a little dust on her clothes.
We headed for home looking for a cab along the way. I thought it would be best to have her take a taxi to the hospital while I take the bikes home and
grab the car. Took us about 10 minutes to get home and never saw a cab even at the usual places along the way.
They took her immediately to an examining room after only asking her name. The doctor was there quickly and and ordered up an injection for the pain.
About 5 minutes later she was getting x-rays that confirmed a double fracture of her wrist.
They called in a specialist and he said they were clean breaks so that looked good. He put her in a temporary cast. The swelling was pretty bad by now
but the pain medication had taken some of the edge off. She still wasn't too happy when the doctor put a slight bend in her wrist so it would start
setting properly.
The doc prescribed some medication which we filled right outside the door of the hospital at the pharmacy. We also got her an elegant navy blue sling
(should match every outfit she owns.)
Total bill (hospital, 2 doctors, x-rays, medications and designer sling) - M$2300. We could have saved M$100 but she resisted using her bra as a
sling. Seems to me like it already does a similar job but I didn't argue the point too long.
We were out in about an hour. She is still in pain but did get some sleep last night. Looks like everything will be fine if she can stand my cooking
for the next 6 weeks or so.
We go back Monday evening for a shiny new hard cast.
I think the world is run by C- students.
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Barry A.
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That is truly amazing---------my condolences to Mrs. BMG
I am totally unfamiliar with the Health Care system in Mexico----------in a nutshell, how do they do this so cheaply???
Barry
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| Quote: | Originally posted by BMG
The 'Purple' Hospital in La Paz.
We also got her an elegant navy blue sling (should match every outfit she owns.)
Total bill (hospital, 2 doctors, x-rays, medications and designer sling) - M$2300. We could have saved M$100 but she resisted using her bra as a
sling. Seems to me like it already does a similar job but I didn't argue the point too long.
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Really sorry to hear about her accident---OUCH, but also glad it was not more serious.
I really do feel bad for what happened, but the last of what you wrote was really funny.
And, when she is well, I have a suggestion---maybe she could use her bra as a sling-shot and I have a suggestion for a target. 
Glad you received good care and sure hope she heals QUICKLY.
Diane
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Paula
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Fortunately it only takes one arm to lift a margarita (well-there may be some exceptions), a beer or a glass of wine to take the edge off the pain,
and enjoy the recovery.
I'm glad it wasn't more serious and hope she is all healed up and typing away here on Nomads very quickly!
And I secong Diane's idea about the slingshot-- you're having way too much fun at her expense, BMG
edit for very sloppy typing!
[Edited on 1-30-2009 by Paula]
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longlegsinlapaz
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 Poor Ana!!! I could say more here about the need for that sling...BUT after our recent
day spent together...I still feel guilty for forcing her into what conceivable could have erupted into a ugly translation session...I'll be
nice. I'm kinda surprised that they charged that much...I've paid less for
being admitted in anaphylactic shock, and getting a pretty decent meal thrown in as well! But I'm more surprised she did that kinda damage falling
from the low height of that tiny bike! It must be time to put her training wheels back on!
You'll be treating her nicer once she gets that HARD CAST on; she'll be able to whop you up along side your knee & she won't feel the pain you'll
feel!
I take it it was her right wrist? Poor Ana, you have my sympathies, but on the up side, you probably can look forward to eating out quite a bit if it
means he-who-shall-remain-nameless can forego cooking and clean-up!
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Having sampled some of Steve's cooking I don't think she'll starve. She can use the line so many husband woe their wives with. " I hate to go out
because you cook so good I'd only be disappointed."
If its not where it is, its where it isn\'t.
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BMG
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Barry A.
That is truly amazing---------my condolences to Mrs. BMG
I am totally unfamiliar with the Health Care system in Mexico----------in a nutshell, how do they do this so cheaply???
Barry |
So far we've been pleased with all the medical, dental and eyeglass services we've used here in La Paz and over on the mainland. My views on the cost
situation probably belongs in off-topic. Just ask yourself how much of the costs in the U.S. are directly related to insurance, legal, regulations and
mandates.
| Quote: | Originally posted by jdtrotter
And, when she is well, I have a suggestion---maybe she could use her bra as a sling-shot and I have a suggestion for a target.
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Suggestions are not being solicited at this time. And I would never refer to a lady's brassiere as a sling-shot! (Or, at least, not again after the
last time.)
| Quote: | Originally posted by Paula
Fortunately it only takes one arm to lift a margarita (well-there may be some exceptions) |
She prefers the 'exceptions' and they are 2 handers. I guess the straw will work.
Linguine and friend hefting some margies in unbroken wrist days.
| Quote: | Originally posted by longlegsinlapaz
I'm kinda surprised that they charged that much...I've paid less for being admitted in anaphylactic shock, and getting a pretty decent meal thrown in
as well! |
I was not allowed to negotiate. Something about being 'insensitive' regarding photos, slings, bicycling skills, etc, etc, etc.
| Quote: | Originally posted by BajaDove
Having sampled some of Steve's cooking I don't think she'll starve. |
What I cook, I do reasonably well, but my menu is limited. Today's lunch was tortillas, turkey bacon (she bought) and an omelet - sauteed onion, red
pepper, grated Parmesan cheese and avocado. Dinner is take-out pizza.
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Sorry to hear about the spill, Ana. Hope you're finished with the pain and feeling better soon.
I've heard that folks with broken wrists should do absolutely no work until completely healed. How fortunate you have he-who-shall-not-be-named to
take over all household tasks.  
About Fidepaz Hospital.... it's an excellent treatment place. My dear friend was taken there by ambulance from San Bartolo after a stomach ulcer
ruptured. She was very close to death upon arrival. A fine team of nurses, techs and surgeons went right to work and saved her life.
My friend loved her doctor and all the staff. When she was released after 3 weeks, she returned to family in Oregon to complete her recovery. The
Oregon doctor told her the surgery had been very well done. Said he could not have done a better job. When she told him the low cost of her entire
treatment (I don't remember what it was), he said that it was at least $50,000 less than same experience would have cost in the U.S.
nena
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BMG
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Natalie Ann
I've heard that folks with broken wrists should do absolutely no work until completely healed. |
That didn't last too long. She was up this morning flitting around the kitchen with a cloth cleaning. I had to tell her to go sit down and enjoy her
coffee. (So I could enjoy mine.)
| Quote: | Originally posted by morgaine7
...as long as there's bacon in the house, I know Ana won't starve. When are visiting hours, and how's the red wine supply?
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What part of the turkey do they get bacon from?
10AM - 8PM
Wine supply is diminishing but I know where to get more.
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BMG
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Update
Linguine went in last night and had her temporary cast/splint removed and a new, lighter hard cast put on. Everything is looking fine but then the
itching hasn't started yet.
The initial charge for the hospital, doctors, x-rays, etc came to U$146.05 on our AMEX. The orthopedic doctor charged another M$1200 last night for
the visit and new cast.
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oldlady
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It won't itch if absolutely no moisture gets inside.
And, while I know this is verboten, I have a large collection of non-metallic knitting needles that can serve many purposes...I'd say a number 7 or 9
ought to fit the biill.
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Really sorry about the accident but glad to hear you got great (and quick!) care. Sounds like double Cadillac's are in order for awhile to keep the
pain away...
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Hey Baja Gringo - I can actually stand to read your posts with that new face. I love it!!
Mrs. BMG - sorry to hear about your fall and I hope you get to feeling better soon. I love Fidepaz and have always been treated well there and never
heard a complaint from anyone.
[Edited on 2-3-2009 by Katiejay99]
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BMG
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| Quote: | Originally posted by oldlady
It won't itch if absolutely no moisture gets inside. |
Too late.
Might take you up on that knitting needle.
| Quote: | Originally posted by BajaGringo
Sounds like double Cadillac's are in order for awhile to keep the pain away... |
I wish you didn't live so far away.
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Heh, heh..finally...a gadget I have that she doesn't....I'll be over with a care package.
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So, is it any wonder that La Paz is perpetually listed on various "Best Places to Retire lists? Healthcare is considered to be top notch on several
surveys.
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BajaGringo
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| Quote: | | Quote: | Originally posted by BMG
Sounds like double Cadillac's are in order for awhile to keep the pain away... |
I wish you didn't live so far away. |
As soon as we get the new place finished we are talking about making a trip south to relax for a few weeks. If we cross paths I promise to share my
special recipe and even tend bar myself for a couple of rounds...
| Quote: | Originally posted by Katiejay99
Hey Baja Gringo - I can actually stand to read your posts with that new face. I love it!!
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Since this is my REAL face I guess I'll take that as a compliment???
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i had crochet hooks, they just weren't long enough!
| Quote: | Originally posted by oldlady
Heh, heh..finally...a gadget I have that she doesn't....I'll be over with a care package. |
•Life is just one damned thing after another
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THANKS EVERYBODY for all the good wishes!
•Life is just one damned thing after another
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BMG
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| Quote: | Originally posted by BajaGringo
As soon as we get the new place finished we are talking about making a trip south to relax for a few weeks. If we cross paths I promise to share my
special recipe and even tend bar myself for a couple of rounds... |
Sounds good to me. Let us know when
you're in town.
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