Alan Schweser of the GW Hospital Surgery unit received an outstanding 17 nominations from his colleagues. The following was read in honor of Alan Schweser:

The DAISY Award is about what we do for everyone who passes through the doors of the hospital. The voices we heard have been from the families, but what if the family cannot see what an individual does for their loved one. Who will be that voice to recognize an outstanding care giver? When we received 17 nominations for the same person, we need to listen. So what did all of these team members say about Alan Schweser?



In the operating room, when the patient is asleep, he is the voice of the patient

He is a blessing to our patients

He really cares about the safety of our patients

Professional (mentioned more than 10 times)

I wish more people could be like him

I consider myself lucky to work with him

It is an honor to have him in the OR

He is a shining example

Outstanding role model (mentioned 5 times)

He is great to work with (mentioned 5 times)

He is kind and compassionate (mentioned 7 times)

Patient and calm (mentioned more than 10 times)

Gentle, quiet and hardworking

He jumps in to help without ever being asked, always there to lend a hand (mentioned every time)

He takes time to teach, even when it is not his role

Every encounter is a pleasant one (mentioned 3 times)

Respected by everyone in the OR



Alan Schweser, thank you for all that you do for our patients, our team members and our hospital.