{"id":2759,"date":"2023-09-14T17:12:43","date_gmt":"2023-09-14T17:12:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usapress.info\/?p=2759"},"modified":"2023-09-14T17:12:43","modified_gmt":"2023-09-14T17:12:43","slug":"patient-transporter-sings-to-patients-hes-helping-only-for-camera-footage-to-cause-a-stir","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usapress.info\/?p=2759","title":{"rendered":"Patient transporter sings to patients he\u2019s helping, only for camera footage to cause a stir"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Lindon Beckford, a patient transporter at Boston\u2019s Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, uses his gift of singing to bring comfort to patients during their hospital journeys. With over 30 years of experience, Beckford noticed how his singing positively affects patients\u2019 experiences.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI use my singing to ease their anxieties,\u201d says Beckford, who tailors his song choice based on the situation and the patient\u2019s needs. Patients have expressed gratitude, noting that his singing makes their hospital trips more bearable.<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 640px;\" class=\"wp-video\"><video class=\"wp-video-shortcode\" id=\"video-2759-1\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" preload=\"metadata\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/usapress.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/The-Singing-Transporter.mp4?_=1\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/usapress.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/The-Singing-Transporter.mp4\">https:\/\/usapress.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/The-Singing-Transporter.mp4<\/a><\/video><\/div>\n<p>His soothing voice not only reduces stress but also fosters connections. Some patients even harmonize with him, creating beautiful moments. Beckford\u2019s compassionate approach to patient care exemplifies the power of music in challenging times.<\/p>\n<p>His dedication and kindness serve as an inspiring reminder that small gestures can profoundly impact vulnerable individuals\u2019 lives.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lindon Beckford, a patient transporter at Boston\u2019s Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, uses his gift of singing to bring comfort to patients during their hospital journeys. 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