UF Health Shands Hospital

I have been to this hospital for the last 3 times with epileptic seizures. Today I arrived in a rush and the specialists did not come and have done anything for me. My symptoms are getting worse with memory and vision loss without reacting and they sent me home with the same medication that does not work. I have been mistreated and misdiagnosed here. Once I arrived with a fractured ankle from an epileptic seizure I had while going down the stairs. The waiting list to see specialists and get medical appointments at the offices had a waiting list of 6 months to 1 year. Today I felt like I was almost dying and it was a horrible moment for my family! I am going to go to another city to be treated properly because this hospital for adults is the worst I have ever been to in my life. In addition to that, the nurses I have been treated by are spectacular and caring. I appreciate all their attention and also that I did not agree with the diagnosis and the senseless lack of action of the doctors. I will never return to this ER and this neurology unit ever. I've had this condition for years and they did nothing for me, how disappointing.

An loved one was admitted to Shands in Gainesville, and the experience has been truly exceptional compared to another local hospital. The doctors, nurses, and staff have shown remarkable kindness and compassion. They have professionally and respectfully addressed all our questions and concerns, both as patients and family members. Every person we ve encountered has gone above and beyond, considering my loved one s complex medical history and numerous surgeries. Given the choice, I would highly recommend Shands. While there s always room for improvement, I m deeply grateful for the care we ve received so far.

On 10/18/2019 doctor Bradley Bruggeman preformed a hysterectomy at UF Shands in Gainesville. Janet U. Jira was the anesthesiologist. I was supposed to be sent home the same day. But after the surgery, the medical team could not wake me up from anesthesia. I was told that after 5 hours they decided to admit me to a room and keep me overnight. I woke up with a massive goose egg on the top of my head and an indescribable headache. When I asked what happened the response I was given was, "Oh my. What happened?" I of course responded with, "I have no idea. How could I as I was under anesthesia. " No one would address my questions or concerns, they just kept asking me what happened, which was infuriating. The following day I was discharged in a hurry and sent on my way. I was on medical leave and spent the next 4 weeks in bed recovering. A few days before I went in for my check up I started having neck and shoulder pain. I asked again, what happened during surgery and again was dismissed without an answer. So I left my appointment and went directly to UF Shands ER. I sat for hours, in physical and emotional distress from the increasing amount of pain I was experiencing. I eventually left without being seen and went back to my local hospital. There I was taken in and a CT scan was ordered. The doctor found 2 damaged vertebrae, one fractured and one completely crushed. Either Bradley Bruggeman or Janet U. Jira faltered during surgery and I was dropped directly on my head, causing a brain injury (which is why they could not wake me up after the procedure) and a broken spinal chord. No one has ever explain what happened that day, and I can not sue because the hospital is protected by sovereign immunity, meaning they hold zero accountability legally. This hospital changed my life, but not for the better. I have struggled with managing my emotions since the brain injury, and have tried to take my own life multiple times. No assistance was offered by UF Shands to help me recover. I lost the small paint company I had established because I could no longer physically preform the work responsibilities. I ended up in a financial crisis and had to sell my home. If you are considering UF Shands for medical care, please find a different provider. UF Shands sees us all as a lab experiment and treats us as such.