"The nomination letters noted your commitment to providing excellent patient care, your willingness to lend a helping hand to colleagues, your ability to translate new investigational ideas to the bedside, and your dedication to training residents," said Vikas P. Sukhatme, MD, ScD, Dean of the School of Medicine, in his congratulatory message. "Your colleagues witness the compassion you give to patients, and also notice those of you who extend compassion to yourselves and prioritize your own wellness—a critically important practice, perhaps now more than ever."
Quotes from the nomination materials for Dr. Cimmino included:
"Patients typically comment on how she is an excellent listener and never rushes them."
For Dr. Hammett:
"She is always positive and respectful to her colleagues and patients."
For Dr. Joshi:
"Teaches everyone from care coordinators to residents."
For Dr. Lorentz:
"He is an exceptional leader with a humble attitude."
For Dr. Ogan:
"He is so tall, he bends down on his knees to sit and talk with patients, he makes no one feel small."
For Dr. Sanda:
"Dr. Sanda gives every patient his cell phone no matter their condition or concern."
For Dr. Traoré:
"Great bedside manner, takes her time and makes certain patients and family understand."
