The Hospitals of Providence

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. In one corner of The Hospitals of Providence clinic, a regular noticed something peculiar on his way out—an old, dusty jar filled with colorful buttons had mysteriously appeared near the exit door. Curious, he picked up a button and found it played a tiny tune when pressed. Word spread quickly among patients and staff alike. Soon enough, every visit to The Hospitals of Providence ended with a smile as people fished for their favorite melodies from the magical jar.

2. In one corner of The Hospitals of Providence clinic, an elderly gentleman muttered under his breath as he waited for his turn: ‘I thought they said “clinic,” not “time machine.”’ Finally called up, he walked towards a young doctor who looked no older than twenty-five. 'Young man,' the old fellow began, 'do you even know how to use this thing?' With a twinkle in her eye, she replied, 'Actually, sir, it's just a fancy scale and blood pressure monitor.' He nodded wisely, muttering, 'Thank heavens for that!'

3. In one corner of The Hospitals of Providence clinic, a young nurse overheard an unusual conversation between two patients: ‘I’m telling you,’ said one patient with a twinkle in his eye, ‘the doctor just walked past wearing my hospital gown!’ Another patient, a gruff old delivery driver, chimed in: 'And I saw him pushing my wheelchair!' They burst out laughing, and the nurse smiled knowingly—apparently, some doctors do get confused when they’re on break.

4. In one corner of The Hospitals of Providence clinic, a delivery driver swore he heard a faint humming coming from behind the reception desk. Curious, he approached and noticed an old vending machine for tea bags, humming softly as it cooled down. Turns out, it was just an overheated tea dispenser. A regular later joked that maybe Providence sent patients not just for healing, but also for a good cup of tea.