March 2019 Honoree

jerry atkinson, LPN

  • VA Illiana Health Care System
  • Danville
    ,
    IL
    ,
    United States
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I'm not a big fan of going to the doctor. I never have been. I have pretty bad anxiety in general, and it always gets worse when I have to see the doctor. I don't know what it is about Jerry that is different than everyone else, but there is something. He's very kind and knowledgeable. He knows me. I'm not just a number.
Last week, my visit wasn't just about being sick. I was having some mental health issues. Jerry didn't leave me alone in the room; he stayed and talked to me. He made me feel comfortable. What he does for me mentally every visit is more than I could ever repay him. It's not always the sickness that you can see that needs to be treated, and Jerry knows that.
I love his wit and his caring. He is a great example of what a great nurse is especially for Veterans. Thank you, Jerry, and best of luck. You are the best!

Thank you, Jerry, for your exceptional compassion, advocacy, and dedication to your patients. You truly make a difference.

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