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Recently, a patient at our Heart Center in Topeka developed chest pains after a stress test. They reported symptoms to CoraLeigh, a pre-registration representative, who jumped into action. She called the resource nurse, who advised her to call American Medical Response (AMR).

While waiting for AMR, the patient underwent an electrocardiogram (EKG), which showed that they were having a myocardial infarction (heart attack). When AMR arrived, CoraLeigh helped direct them to the patient’s room. AMR transported the patient from the Heart Center to the Emergency Department, where a balloon was successfully placed within 24 minutes to treat a 100% blocked right artery.

Thanks to CoraLeigh, the patient received timely, lifesaving care when seconds mattered most. Her swift actions demonstrate our third tenet: “Together, we own patient safety and the patient experience. We provide safe, high-quality care with a kind and generous spirit.”