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Heartfelt Stories – Back Where He Belongs: Dennis’s Inspirational Recovery at MCH

Dennis Delworth, seated and smiling, is surrounded by his goats, with his wife Deb Delworth standing beside him, and a nurse wearing scrubs and a mask on the left side. They are outdoors, near a wooden goat pen, with greenery in the background.
Heartfelt Stories - Back Where He Belongs: Dennis's Inspirational Recovery at MCH
A Story of Resilience and Compassionate Care During the Pandemic

Heartfelt Stories

At Monadnock Community Hospital, we are proud to share our Heartfelt Stories featuring inspiring testimonials from our patients, employees, volunteers, donors, and community members. Each story reflects the exceptional care, support, and compassion that define our commitment to our community. Join us in celebrating these remarkable journeys and the difference compassionate care can make.

Dennis Delworth Returns to Full Health Thanks to Expert Care at MCH

In March, Dennis Delworth of Wilton was admitted to the Emergency Department at MCH with debilitating pain in his left temple accompanied by vomiting, fever, chills, and body aches. Initial testing showed that most of his organs were inflamed. Needless to say, this is unnerving news to receive in the midst of a viral pandemic.

Given his symptoms, doctors Harjot Singh and Stephen Lehmkuhl immediately ordered a COVID-19 test. During the evaluation, Dennis informed the medical team that he had experienced similar symptoms a year earlier following a tick bite.

“I shared my feeling that my symptoms might be related to a tick bite as I had experienced similar symptoms about a year earlier.”

Taking every precaution for a potential positive COVID-19 test result, Dennis was treated for Lyme disease and moved to a special unit designated for Coronavirus patients. While there, he was extremely impressed with the degree of attention he received and how much he was included in his care plan.

“The nurses were outstanding, so positive and upbeat despite having to suit up every time they needed to come into my room,” says Dennis. “Everyone—doctors, nurses, even the dining staff—were so friendly and helpful, always informing and explaining what was being done.”

Thankfully, Dennis tested negative for the virus, and after a four-day stay at MCH, he was released and is now back to full health, caring for his prized goats.

“The staff at MCH went above and beyond to quickly address my condition, consider my views, and make my stay as comfortable as possible, despite the challenges they were facing with the pandemic. It was truly an inspirational experience.”

“The staff went above and beyond to address my condition and consider my views… It was truly an inspirational experience.”

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