Honor
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Nurses
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Tell us about a University of Rochester nurse who’s made a difference for you. Submissions will be included in our honor board below.
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Ranae and Shanae McKenzie—identical twins from Jamaica—share a passion for nursing and education. Thanks to generous donors, the sisters were able to pursue their nursing degrees and focus on their education without financial burdens.
O’Connell Electric Company is proud and honored to serve as the presenting sponsor of the Honor OUR Nurses campaign. Our commitment is made in memory of Carmina M. Parkes, RN and Mary M. Parkes, RN and in honor of Maureen L. Prince, MS, BSN, RN, and ALL nurses.
We offer our encouragement and support to SON students, and our deepest respect and tremendous gratitude for ALL nurses for their unflagging compassion, exceptional strength, dedication, and kindness so tirelessly given. Our hearts are overflowing for the difference you have made in the world of healthcare for everyone. Thank you, Dean Kathy Rideout and Chief Nursing Executive Karen Keady, for your devoted and steadfast leadership.
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Laurie Kopin
Laurie’s care is beyond superlative! There is nothing I could add to enhance that previous statement!
-John Paganelli
Elizabeth Lyda
Betty has been an avid supporter of the pulmonary fibrosis community in Rochester! Her generous donation of time in planning the annual Rochester Pulmonary Fibrosis Golf Tournament fundraiser has supported our ability to raise funds for PF research at URMC over the last 10+ years. Betty continues her support despite a change in her professional responsibilities. She deserves to be honored for her dedication beyond her professional responsibilities!
-Cynthia S. Chandler
Karen Clark
Karen has been a friend to the pulmonary fibrosis community over the past years bringing info to the community about clinical trials. She also supports the annual Rochester Pulmonary Fibrosis Golf Tournament by generously donating her precious time to ensure the event is a success. Karen’s commitment is so appreciated and should be recognized as she goes above and beyond for the PF community!
-Cynthia S Chandler
Ishmael Applewhite
Ishmael is always there for me when I need quick help for my cancer labs, treatment, calendar—whatever. He is always there when a staff member or myself needs help with my treatment. Thank you, Ishmael.
-Lawrence VerWeire
All 1-9200 and G-9200 nurses
All the nurses on our team that have worked in the last two months have made me so proud of their commitment, perseverance, and loyalty to one another. It is an honor to work alongside of this spectacular team! And as for the leadership—OUTSTANDING team as well. Kudos!
-Lorraine Schild
Adam and Stacie Saks
My nephew and niece both work extremely hard at Strong Memorial.
-Sue Spector
Joel McAllister
I am a proud mom!
-June McAllister
Deborah Ayers
Deborah is very devoted to her patients and PCP.
-June McAllister
Dani Darling, RN
Dani took care of our father, John, following several admissions at the Wilmot Cancer Institute this winter and spring. She was very organized and thorough when she first met and assessed Dad. It immediately gave the family confidence that she knew what she was doing, would be good to Dad, and could be relied on to advocate for his needs across a large team of providers. This also helped Dad to feel confident. She was always warm and patient with Dad while also answering technical concerns from family. When we transitioned over to hospice, we were so sad to see her leave Dad’s team. She set is an outstanding representative for the UR Medicine Home Care program. Thank you, Dani.
-Jennifer O’Hanlon-Cole [on behalf of Ruth & John]