Brock Hughes Medical Center Annual Report 2021-2022

A complex form of arthritis, known as gout, brought James to Brock Hughes Medical Center in 2017. Employed at the Bolling Wilson Hotel as a general maintenance worker, James did not have health insurance. He had recently been seen at the Bland Ministry Center dental clinic, which is how he found out about BHMC. After his first visit and labs, James realized he had more going on than just gout. He was diagnosed with diabetes and high blood pressure, and his cholesterol was high. He knew he had always struggled with anxiety but had never been treated. Today his A1C (blood sugar level) has decreased significantly, his cholesterol is much lower, and his blood pressure is regulated. His anxiety is also controlled. Mr. Graybeal said the care he has received while at BHMC has improved his life significantly. He feels so much better and doesn’t worry as he once did. Mr. Graybeal believes God is the reason for everything and he knows He is the reason he found BHMC. “The clinic and every single staff member have been a blessing to me. They are all so very nice, they genuinely care, they listen and ask questions, I am treated as a person and not just a number. Most doctor’s offices I have been to in the past just want to get you in and get you out, but not BHMC.” Mr. Graybeal and his wife have been together for 35 years. They have 3 children and 11 grandchildren. Thanks to BHMC he gets to enjoy life with his family and can continue being the “anything man” to many; anything anyone needs help with, he’s your guy. By the grace of God, Mr. Graybeal has so much to be thankful for and in return he will continue giving back.

I am treated as a person and not just a number.

JAME S

Graybeal