HealthNetwork came to our rescue like no other

There are so many benefits to being a Legatus member. One that I consider a Godsend is Healthnetwork Foundation. Many years ago, Walter and I became Healthnetwork GOLD supporters, as I thought that it would be a great safety net – an organization we could count on when we needed medical help.

It is scary as you get older and see more friends and family struggle with serious health issues, and the overwhelming indecision they face while trying to grasp their new reality. Where do they go for medical care, how do they get there, and whom do they see? All these decisions need to be made in a very short time, while they try and make sense of a diagnosis.

We are so grateful for Healthnetwork. We know from experience they will provide advice on where the right experts are. And, they will quickly jump into securing appointments with experts when we need them.

I had a heart attack a few years ago in Florida, and Walter called Healthnetwork. Without hesitation, Healthnetwork medical coordinators rallied and made connections on our behalf at Cleveland Clinic (#1 heart center as ranked by US News & World Report). Ultimately, I stayed in Florida for treatment, but we were reassured by the swiftness and compassion shared by our coordinator during a very stressful time.

Another time, our daughter, an anesthesiologist, was very concerned about her baby daughter’s soft spot which had not closed. I knew that we needed to get Healthnetwork involved. She asked for more information about the issue and Healthnetwork’s medical director provided research on the condition. They also identified experts who were available to see our granddaughter. She is now a very busy 12-year-old and a champion swimmer.

Walter and I are blessed with good health. Healthnetwork has proven very resourceful in providing physician referrals during the times we needed them most. We have also asked for help for dear friends. One friend had a serious heart issue. Because of Healthnetwork, he was put under the care of Mayo Clinic and lived another seven-plus years.

There are many more stories of families they have helped. Those who call upon Healthnetwork receive an outstanding level of care. Families have the privacy to explore their options. Healthnetwork offers guidance and connections at a very critical time. Because of our gratitude for the life-changing connections we have seen, we have increased our support levels with Healthnetwork.

We encourage other Legates to reach out to Healthnetwork. They are a phenomenal team whose resources are just what is needed when one is faced with stymying medical issues.

WALTER AND JANET KNYSZ are Legates of the Detroit Chapter