Kansas City, Kan- We highlight two significant moments in healthcare that transcend medicine.
The first story features a surprise 100-day celebration for a patient named Tom, who had multiple complications but reached a crucial milestone.
The second story recounts a bedside wedding for a patient named Tommy, who was terminally ill.
Both events were organized by the dedicated staff, emphasizing the importance of human connection, creating meaningful moments for patients and their families.
Dr. Joseph McGuirk, Medical Director of Blood and Marrow Transplant, The University of Kansas Health System
- Dr. McGuirk reflects on the preciousness of every moment and the privilege of working with dedicated staff.
- He highlights the significance of the 100-day mark as a milestone for patients' recovery.
Britany Leiker, Nurse Manager CA 10, The University of Kansas Health System
- Britany explains that planning the party was not extra work but a way to fill their cups and pour into their patients.
- She shares her personal connection to her work, having been a caregiver for her husband who underwent a bone marrow transplant.
Incredible Staff of CA10 (Cambridge Tower)
- The team reflects on the importance of creating meaningful moments for patients and their families to boost morale.
- They explain how they planned a wedding so quickly, with the help of the team and a chaplain.
- Therapists explain the challenges of getting patients to get up and move and the benefits of doing so.
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