January 2020 Honoree

matthew dougherty, RN

  • Cardiac Cath Lab
  • Memorial Medical Center
  • Springfield
    ,
    IL
    ,
    United States
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My wife and I were "working out" at the YMCA when I suddenly passed out on the bike machine. Within 30 seconds I started receiving CPR initiated by Y staff. Matt Dougherty was nearby and reacted promptly to continue CPR while the Y staff got the AED. Matt performed vigorous CPR for at least 5 minutes until the paramedics arrived. His prompt and professional reaction to this great need Saved My Life. My personal meeting, a few days later at MMC, allowed me to express my heartfelt thanks to Matt. His willingness to respond to my great need was Heroic. I will forever be grateful! A big thanks to Matt and others who cared enough to act coupled with the MMC Team has allowed me to continue my quality of life for years to come.

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

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