When dad was going through treatment he had appointments that fell directly on holidays (Valentines Day) or around holidays (Christmas). They use to take in a big tin of cookies with a nice note attached. They would do the same for the people at the valet parking area as well since they used their services every day. Nothing big just a small token of their appreciation. Had he not had appointments during the holidays I'm sure they would not have made a special trip over to take a tin of cookies as the hospital was an hour away from their home.
Doctors certainly don't expect gifts from their patients, but I think if you felt so inclined to spread a little holiday cheer I would keep it simple. JM2C.
Joy
CG to Father, 75 yo with SCC of the mouth; upper maxillectomy and neck diss. performed on 5/23/07. Father also suffered heart attack during surgery and now has CHF. RT complete on 8/28/07. Cancer back 11/27/07. RT and Chemo to start on 12/17. Cancer back 6/17/08. Finally at rest 08/08/08.
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