Kurtis Stewart, M.D., Bariatric Surgery/Medicine, Blessing Bariatric Institute, received a Who’s Your Angel nomination from Tracy Armstrong, chaplain, Volunteer Services. The Blessing Foundation presented the Who’s Your Angel certificate and angel wings pin award to Dr. Stewart on February 17.
Tracy stated, “During my recent hospitalization following a surgical procedure at Blessing Hospital, I received outstanding care from the moment I arrived until the moment of my discharge! I was not surprised to have great care but was so blessed during a stay that was supposed to be 24 hours and ended up being five days. From the CNA's to the housekeeping folks, from the food service members to security, from the surgery team to the C-3's and everyone in between, I cannot say thank you enough!
The great care I received did not stop with the support staff or nursing staff but extended to my doctor, Dr. Kurtis Stewart. Dr. Stewart has definitely been an angel in my life and I believe with my whole heart that he deserves this recognition! He has gone above and beyond to provide amazing care from the moment I first became his patient in the Bariatric Clinic through the events of my recent surgery which came with some complications. He was available morning, noon and night and was attentive to my health care needs to the point of truly saving my life when I became critically ill. Every time he came into my room and when he left, I knew that my care and condition were priorities for him. I believe he treats each of his patients with this care and respect and the world could use a few more angels like Dr. Stewart!”
The “Who’s Your Angel” program is an opportunity for patients and their families to express their appreciation to anyone in the Health System who had a positive influence in their healthcare experience. When the donor makes a financial gift of any size in the name of the employee and writes up a story sharing the experience, the Foundation deposits the gift to the patient care area or restricted fund that most closely matches the employee(s) being honored or the reason for the patient’s time with the Health System. This donation was deposited to the Caring Club Fund. One hundred percent of Foundation gifts are designated to caring for patients in need.
Any staff member can be nominated for a Who’s Your Angel award, and nomination forms can be found in over 35 different departments within the Health System, from Palmyra to Pittsfield, to Golden and more! For more information regarding the “Who’s Your Angel” program, or giving of any kind to Blessing Health System, contact The Blessing Foundation at 217-223-8400, Ext. 4800, or by clicking here.