I’d like to say Amen to the letter by Dr. Salyer. (Nov. 21, “Access to health care should start here.”) He has been our family physician for 24 years, delivering two of my children and taking care of them into their adult years. It is wonderful to have a relationship with a physician who knows you both as a patient and a person. When I go to an appointment he never makes me feel like a number, he asks about the family and what is going on in our lives. Dr. Salyer takes his time dealing with our medical issues, he doesn’t brush anything off. If he feels you should see a specialist he doesn’t hesitate to send you to one.

I know many people (with and without insurance) who do not have a family doctor. This always amazes me. I believe it is good for your health to have one doctor take full care of you and have all your medical records in one place. I always tell people how much I appreciate my doctor and how well I am treated.

I would recommend to all to get a family physician, even if you only go for that yearly physical.

Thank you, Dr. Salyer, for all you have done for our family and, of course, a big thank you also to his wonderful nurse Connie. You are both very much appreciated!

Karen Dickson

Stanwood