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Any medical worker who has spent a chunk of time in a hospital will wind up having a treasure trove of stories about all the stuff they've witnessed.

There is a reason why shows like Gray's Anatomy and ER are so addictive: Hospital drama is insane, and not just on TV—that stuff happens in real life, too.

The following stories reveal that both nurses and patients alike can see some memorable events in hospitals and institutions.

Doctors pledge to give the best medical care to their patients and help them with their health concerns. Unfortunately, some patients refuse to listen.

There are some patients who defy the lousy odds and make it out of dire situations alive. Here are their unbelievable stories.

Being a patient is hard enough, but when the medical professional you are seeing is insensitive, it makes the already unsettling experience even worse.