“Dr. Test has done an exceptional job leading the teams that care for the sickest COVID patients and keeping our teams safe. He has shown creativity and diligence in leading this effort. We are so blessed to have him!”
Award Type: Spirit of Service
Loli Reyna – September 2020 – Employee of the Month
“A patient was having surgery due to the loss of her baby in the womb. While the patient was in the Operating Room, Loli went to Labor and Delivery to pick up a keepsake box for this grieving mother. She also found a tiny dress and bonnet and made a keepsake box for the grandmother. We appreciate Loli’s empathy and comfort!”
Jeannie Nguyen – August 2020 – House staff of the Month
“Dr. Nguyen is everything we needed in the Department of Dermatology. She is a constant force for good! Dr. Nguyen singlehandedly organized telemedicine
for our clinic when COVID hit, organized all cases for our annual Texas Dermatology meeting and didn’t complain when it was cancelled. Her professionalism is unmatched, and she is deserving of this award.”
Craig Barker – August 2020 – Attending of the Month
“Dr. Barker is a selfless leader who played a major role in COVID testing in Lubbock. He put in extra hours to support the drive-up clinic, ensured patients got results as soon as possible and led efforts to advance our testing capabilities by fostering relationships and researching. His leadership has been key during this pandemic.”
Clarissa Cantu – August 2020 – Employee of the Month
“A patient was fighting for her life against COVID-19 and requested the services of a priest. When our Pastoral Care Department was having trouble reaching one, Clarissa set up a FaceTime with her own priest and allowed the family and patient time with him. He delivered the Anointing of the Sick blessing, and Clarissa finished it by making the symbol of the cross over the patient since the priest wasn’t present to. We admire your compassion!”
Mary Carroll – July 2020 – Attending of the Month
Dr. Carroll has a heart of gold! She is constantly going above and beyond for her patients. To name a few examples: she is always willing to sit with a patient, change gowns, sheets, etc, and she recently suggested throwing a baby shower for a long-term patient and provided food for it.
She is such a compassionate person
Luis Carbajal – July 2020 – House Staff of the Month
“Dr. Carbajal is an extremely compassionate provider. He will do whatever it takes to ensure patients get the care they need. Dr. Carbajal is a very special doctor, and we are grateful to have him!”
Heather Douglas – June 2020 – Advanced Practice Professional of the Quarter
“Heather is cheerful, encouraging and informative. She has a way of making you feel like a close friend all while maintaining her professionalism. Anyone would be lucky to have her caring for them!”
Mary Scheerer – June 2020 – House Staff of the Month
“Dr. Sheerer was instrumental in diffusing an upset patient on the pediatric unit. Not only did she make the patient and parents feel at peace, but also the other teams involved. We are grateful for her initiative and leadership.”
Melissa Piepkorn – June 2020 – Attending of the Month
“Dr. Piepkorn has been consistently positive throughout this period of crisis. She has made us feel supported and implemented new guidelines to keep our tiny patients and nurses safe. We are fortunate to have her as our leader!”
Alyssa Tillman – June 2020 – Employee of the Month
“Alyssa responded to a call at a local residence involving a child who was struck by a car and had died on scene. She sat with the distraught family in their house for almost an hour and did everything she could to help and comfort them. This is a testament of Alyssa’s character and compassion.”
Jacob Schoof – May 2020 – Housing of the Month
“Dr. Schoof is always ready to not only attend to patients’ needs, but also to attend to the needs of all staff in the Pediatric ICU. He recently did a great job boosting morale during a very stressful time for staff. We truly appreciate his work on our unit!”