Joanne Sheehy: The Exceptional Care I Was Looking for Was Right Here

The Exceptional Care I Was Looking for Was Right Here

Joanne Sheehy Shares Her Story

“Excruciating.” That’s how Joanne Sheehy describes the pain she felt prior to her anterior hip replacement at Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center in Sun City West.

“My left hip was bone on bone,” the Sun City West resident says. “I could barely walk, and even getting into bed was painful. I enjoy being active and involved in various social activities, yet it became almost impossible for me to do anything.”

After first seeking care at a hospital in the East Valley (where she had been a patient on several occasions over a span of 20 years), Joanne experienced multiple delays in scheduling her surgery with another provider.

Her suffering was becoming unbearable. She had endured debilitating pain for months on end and was desperate for answers. Exasperated, one day she mentioned her plight to friends Gina Ore, Chief Philanthropy Officer for Sun Health Foundation, and Bonnie Robinett, the Foundation’s Donor Relations/ Stewardship Manager. Without hesitation they recommended Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center and The CORE Institute.

Joanne says she was astonished to learn the care she needed was right here in the West Valley, close to home.

From that point, the wheels were in motion to connect Joanne to the care she urgently needed. She made an appointment with orthopedic surgeon Dr. Paul Sousa, who worked together with the hospital to promptly schedule her surgery.

The results were life-changing! Joanne recovered beautifully from her anterior hip replacement; a state-of-the-art procedure performed with advanced medical equipment and surgical expertise.

Even right after surgery, she experienced minimal pain and was discharged the next day. One week later she sat with friends on her patio. Three weeks later, she was walking and even driving to a picnic. Within a month, she was back to doing everything she loves to do, including water aerobics.

“I had a wonderful experience at Del Webb. Everyone was very attentive and prompt. I’m so grateful to the hospital, to the staff, and to my surgeon above all,” Joanne says. “I have my life back.”

Elated, Joanne says she felt like she had uncovered a secret about this medical oasis in the West Valley.

“My gratitude extends to Gina and Bonnie, as well, for helping me find the healthcare I needed. They represent Sun Health Foundation’s genuine caring for one another and our community through their passion for philanthropy. Sun Health Foundation really does make the sun shine again — for me and so many of us.”

Indeed! Sun Health Foundation is the proud steward of donations that go directly to support advancements in medical care through the Generosity for Generations Campaign and ensure they’re available in times of need for you, your family, and friends. It shouldn’t be a secret about the exceptional medical services that are in your neighborhood.

What determines the best hospital is not only about the name on the building or new technology inside; it’s also about the compassionate people behind the name who have the healthcare resources they need to deliver outstanding care. To join this transformative Campaign before year’s end and be part of the difference generosity is making visit SunHealthFoundation.org/generosity or call (623) 471-8500.

Joanne Sheehy exercising in the pool