Patient's History

Reviewing a patient's history this week, a gentleman listed that he has had:

~ both knees replaced

~ bypass surgery

~ surgery for hip replacement

~ is hard of hearing

~ experiences dizzy spells

~ has poor circulation in feet & hands

When we asked his age he said....."somewhere between 83 and 87, I'm not certain but I'm so proud that I still have my driver's license ~ now just where did I put those things?"

I think you passed him while driving to work this morning and will most likely pass him on your way home. Enjoy your weekend! Buckle up ~ ~

Denise & "Gladys" have received many positive comments from Baptist Hospital's Leadership Training Conference ~ Denise was Keynote & "Gladys" was entertainment. Terrific people ~ wonderful conference ~ great leaders!

denisepricethomas@gmail.com

704-747-8699

"Lovely Gift"

"Gladys Friday's" senior friend received a lovely gift from her husband for Valentine's Day this week. It was a "see through" nightie. After seeing the expensive price tag, she decided she would just wear nothing and take the nightie back and just keep the money for Valentine's. That night when her husband saw her, he said: "you know, it looks like as much as I paid for that thing they would have at least ironed all the wrinkles out!" His family receives friends tomorrow night, funeral on Sunday.

Live from Pensacola, Florida.....it's "Gladys Friday" & Denise Price Thomas. 74 degrees, sunny, white sandy beaches and a wonderful dinner on the water, with a beautiful sunset. Most importantly, new friendships. This morning, Denise was the keynote speaker for Baptist Hospital, Baptist University Leadership Conference. This afternoon, Denise held a breakout session "Diary Of An Undercover Patient" To finish off the conference, "Gladys Friday" danced her way through the crowd bringing up the rear with a large dose of healthy humor. Hats off to the conference leaders for an event VERY WELL DONE ~ Mardi Gras Style.

Denise Price Thomas aka

"Gladys Friday" ~ Healthcare Comedienne

denisepricethomas@gmail.com

704-747-8699

"Hip Hip" Who RAY?

"Gladys" has two friends that have recently required surgery for a hip replacement. Both were having trouble walking, Max went to his doctor, had an xray and was returned home within the hour after being scheduled for surgery the following week.

Ray went to his family physician who scheduled him to see a specialist in 2 weeks who then scheduled an xray the following week and then scheduled an appointment for a follow up visit in 2 weeks at which time he was scheduled for surgery in 4 weeks.....

The difference ~ Max is a Labrador Retriever and is doing very well post operatively. Who Ray? He is still awaiting insurance approval.

Denise is looking forward to being the keynote speaker next week for Baptist Hospital, Pensacola, Florida along with Ms. Gladys Friday bringing up the rear with a dose of humor.

Client list for Denise & "Gladys Friday" (two speakers in one) include:

The Joint Commission, Patient Safety Conference, Chicago
AMA Alliance Regional Conference
NC Association of Healthcare Quality
Independent Physicians of the Carolinas
NCMS Alliance, Raleigh, NC
Carolina Foot & Ankle
Mintview Ob/Gyn, Charlotte, NC
PAHCOM, Metrolina Chapter
Allergy Partners, Winston Salem
Allergy Partners of the Piedmont, Corporate
NYS BONES Conference,Keynote Speaker, Albany, NY
The Joint Commission, Ambulatory Care Conference, Chicago
Nueterra Nurse Leadership Conference, Kansas City
Southeastern Plastic Surgery
NC Medical Staff Conference
Huntersville Ob/Gyn, Huntersville, NC
NC Oncology Management Society, Wrightsville Beach
Academic Surgical Administrators Conference, Philadelphia
Relay for Life, Survivors Birthday Party, Belmont, NC
Gaston Radiology
SC Oncology Management Society
Gaston Memorial Hospital / CaroMont Retiree Reunion
Gaston Memorial Hospital / Volunteers & VP's
Fibromyalgia Support Group
Cardiac Support Group
Novant Practice Managers, Charlotte, NC
Presbyterian Hospital, Huntersville, NC
Healthcare Symposium, PAHCOM, MGMA, Mecklenburg Medical Society, Charlotte, NC
NC Industrial Commission ~ Workers Compensation Conference, Keynote Speaker,Raleigh, NC
Hospice
Gaston County Schools
American Health Resources, Brockton, Massachusetts
New England Quality Care Alliance, Braintree, MA.
First ARP Women's Event, Gastonia, NC
First Baptist Church, Gastonia, NC
Calvary
New Hope Presbyterian Church, Gastonia, NC
First United Methodist Church, Gastonia, NC
Union Presbyterian Church, Gastonia, NC
Park Street United Methodist Church, Belmont, NC
Sandy Plains Baptist Church, Gastonia, NC
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Gastonia, NC
Patterson Grove Baptist Church, Kings Mountain, NC
Myers Memorial Methodist Church, Gastonia, NC
Temple Baptist Church, Gastonia, NC
First United Methodist Church ~ "Laughter Therapy" ~ Stress Management
Parish Nurses
Covenant Village, Gastonia, NC
Terrace Ridge Assisted Living ~ Healthcare Professionals
Terrace Ridge Residents
Rotary Club
PWA ~ Professional Women's Association
NC Association of Community College Business Officials
Gaston Women's Expo
NC Association of Educational Office Professionals
Crisis Pregnancy Ministry

Women's Day ~ Musical Drama & Message, Temple Baptist
Grand Strand Community Church, Surfside Beach
and more......

What their clients are saying:

"Makes you think about life and how your behavior plays a role in the lives of others"

"Made us THINK about our actions, what's going on around us"

"Uplifting, you are the greatest!"

"A wonderful speaker, very encouraging and makes a difference"

"Very motivating with real life experiences"

"Previous practice administrator, she knows exactly what she is talking about"

"Fantastic, thank you! I laughed so hard I cried"

"Engaging, funny, entertaining, leaves an impression"

"I will be a better teamplayer, thanks to you"

"Can't wait to have you come to our office"

"Denise gets it from both sides of the check in counter"

Denise Price Thomas

aka "Gladys Friday"

denisepricethomas@gmail.com

704-747-8699

"What tha HEALTH?"

Thinking IN ADVANCE and preparing for the FUTURE, "Ms. Gladys" warns us of some health changes as we head into our "senior living" days ~

Things will dry up that shouldn't

Things will leak that use to wouldn't

Things that didn't sag.....will sag

But never fear and don't be sad

For there's always someone older

You just may not wanna hold her

Now accepting NEW SENIOR patients:

Dr. Ben Thayre

Assistant: Anna Dunn Datt

Recently moved to "Saginaw" Michigan

('cause everything was saggin' and all)

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Denise Price Thomas

denisepricethomas@gmail.com

704-747-8699