Introducing the Internal Medicine Honor Roll – an employee recognition program where team members (providers, staff, etc.) can recognize other team members who are doing great things.
We are pleased to recognize the contributions of the December 2023 honorees below!
Jaime Bonner, Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner
Hematology, Oncology, and Blood & Marrow Transplantation
Nominated by: Yousef Zakharia
Fascinating NP, superb care
Meenakshi Sambharia, Clinical Assistant Professor
Nephrology and Hypertension
Nominated by: Melissa Swee
Dr. Sambharia has created and evolved a multidisciplinary kidney stone clinic, with both urology and nutrition. She has worked closely with urology for iterative improvement and excellent patient care!
Masa Yamada, Clinical Assistant Professor
Nephrology and Hypertension
Nominated by Melissa Swee
Dr. Yamada has recently stepped into a leadership role and has already focused on bettering the division, with a focus on improving patient access and care.
Ben Griffin, Assistant Professor
Nephrology and Hypertension
Nominated by Melissa Swee
Dr. Griffin has been excelling in his research and has used his expertise to help with research for others in the division, as well as several learners including residents and fellows.
Manish Suneja, Clinical Professor
Nephrology and Hypertension
Anonymous nomination
Incredible work within the residency
Michelle Rodenburg, Clinical Trials Research Associate
General Internal Medicine
Nominated by Angel Peguero
Michelle consistently demonstrates an unparalleled work ethic that goes above and beyond expectations. She takes ownership of her tasks, consistently delivering high-quality results even under tight deadlines. Her commitment to excellence sets a shining example for all of us.
Bharat Kumar, Clinical Associate Professor and Amy Dowden, Clinical Professor
Immunology
Nominated by Ben Davis
Our combined fellowship program directors matched our top selections for all slots.
Taryn Owens, Administrative Services Specialist
Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Nominated by Hilary Humphrey
Taryn has done an excellent job of managing the day-to-day operation of her GI administrative team. She is readily available and assists her team with their needs throughout the working days.
Dr. Lisa Antes, Clinical Professor
Nephrology and Hypertension
Anonymous nomination
Offered to help do urine microscopy
Jack Oller, Human Resources Associate
Administration
Nominated by Sherry Mattison
His willingness to jump to assist when needed and to do things completely out of the ordinary when asked has gained him true HERO status within the Executive Admin Offices.
Loreen Herwaldt, Professor
Infectious Disease
Nominated by Judy Streit
Dr. Herwaldt is traveling throughout the state conducting table-top exercises to help local medical facilities develop plans to surveil for important emerging multi-drug resistant organisms.
Kimiya Nourian, Second Year Resident
Internal Medicine
Nominated by Hunter Frederiksen
Excellent patient care and a dedication to the fine details
Necole Miller, Research Support Manager
Administration
Nominated by Lori Bassler
Necole Miller has taken care of many details related to a flood of water that occured on the 6th Floor of MRC earlier this month. She assisted in relocating the contents of over 1,000 sq. ft. of clinical trial office space as well as a faculty member. Her immediate attention to this assisted Facilities Management and Servpro in drying the area to eliminate mold. Her fast action also allowed us to clean existing flooring without replacement, which would have been very expensive. Thank you, Necole!
Mike Powers, Clinical Assistant Professor
Cardiovascular Medicine
Nominated by Tyler Rasmussen
Dr. Powers is highly motivated to educate fellows to go beyond their comfort zone and to reach their full potential.
Mallory Ruden, Administrative Services Coordinator
Cardiovascular Medicine
Nominated by Paari Dominic
Mallory took on a challenging task of revamping the EP schedule 6 months at a time. Given the complexity of multiple roles and locations each EP faculty serves, this was more than someone starting as a new admin can aspire for. But she successfully did that, taking a variety of data inputs, sometimes facing adversity and always with a smile on her face within a few weeks of joining the team.
Erin M Thompson, Administrative Services Specialist
Hematology, Oncology, and Blood & Marrow Transplantation
Nominated by Nanmeng Yu
Erin plays a crucial role in the integrity of our HOBMT division and is the glue that holds us together. For new incoming members she launches us into success and productivity, or established division members she helps with troubleshooting and makes sure that we can be more efficient in all aspects of teaching, research and patient care. It’s not just one thing that she did that is great, but that she continues to be a great support for our division members.
Abbey Gilpin, Academic Clinical Program Management Associate
Administration
Anonymous nomination
Abbey is always prompt in her responsiveness and easy to work with. The information she provides me is always accurate and easy to consume. I appreciate this and how professional she is!
Dr. Ashten Sherman, Second Year Resident
Internal Medicine
Nominated by Crystal Shramek, ARNP
During her MICU rotation, Dr. Sherman listened to her patients and visitors concerns, addressed the concerns in a timely fashion and provided updates to family members who were unable to make it to the hospital. She demonstrated true kindness, respect and WE CARE core values. She was helpful in making the new APPs here in MICU feel welcomed as well. Thank you Ashten!
Dr. Paige Carlson, Second Year Resident
Internal Medicine
Nominated by Crystal Shramek, ARNP
During Paige’s MICU rotation, she showed up everyday with a smile on her face and embraced anything that was thrown her way! I appreciate working with individuals such as Paige!
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