August 2022

Melissa Barrett, Radiation Therapist

Cancer Center

Melissa realized that the skin cream used for radiation patients was cost-prohibitive and difficult to access. After hearing about an alternative skin cream from a patient, Melissa presented information about the product to her department’s medical director, resulting in its quick approval. Melissa’s compassionate initiative gives our patients greater access to preventing skin-related side effects.

Rami Bonam, MD

Texas Tech Physicians, Hospital Medicine

Dr. Bonam goes above and beyond for those in his care, and he’s always a prompt and responsive communicator. As a sign of commitment to his patients, Dr. Bonam processes discharges quickly, allowing his patients to return to the comfort of their homes as soon as possible.

Adan Castrodad, MD

TTUHSC, Department of Surgery

When a patient struggled for two days with medical equipment after a difficult treatment, his family became concerned. A nurse reached out to Dr. Castrodad, and he promptly resolved the patient’s problem in fifteen minutes. The patient’s family was extremely grateful, and Dr. Castrodad’s intervention put their worries to rest.