Father’s Survival of Heart Attack Brings New Beginnings

Heartfelt Care Touches Local Father and His Family

For William Metcalf, an ordinary day turned into a fight for his life when he was struck by a sudden heart attack while out shopping for baseball cleats with his son. Despite his best efforts to ignore the pain, William knew something was seriously wrong and headed home, where his condition worsened.

Thanks to the quick thinking of his wife, Sonya, William was rushed to Adventist Health and Rideout, where a team of medical professionals sprang into action to save his life.

Upon arrival at the hospital, William was swiftly taken to the catheterization lab, where interventional cardiologists and a care team of nurses and doctors alike performed life-saving stent placements. After just a few days in the hospital, William was able to return home, free of chest pain and carrying with him a renewed sense of life.

Sonya, overwhelmed with gratitude, expressed her family’s deep appreciation for the care and compassion they received from everyone at Adventist Health and Rideout. She credits the hospital for not only saving her husband’s life but also for the overflowing compassion every person in the hospital showed her and their family.

”Every person in that hospital treated me and my family like we were the only people in the hospital, from the doctors and nurses to the housekeepers and café workers,” she said. “I am forever grateful for how much they cared for us.”

William, an active member of the community, is now looking forward to getting back to the activities he loves. With five children and three grandchildren, he said he is grateful for the care he received, because it means he can now enjoy this new chapter of his life surrounded by his loved ones.

For William, this experience was a stark reminder of the fragility of life. He expressed his appreciation for Adventist Health and Rideout, as the care he received has allowed him to be present for the births of his grandchildren.

“I cherish every moment with my family,” William said. “And I am grateful for the gift of more time.”