November 2025 Honoree
Monica Tappe, RN
After my surgery, I had lingering concerns about the results of several bone biopsies that had been taken. The uncertainty weighed heavily on me, and I found myself searching for answers and clarity. Monica, the nurse overseeing my care at that time, recognized my anxiety and immediately took steps to support me.
Monica approached the situation with both professionalism and empathy. Rather than dismissing my concerns, she acknowledged the seriousness of what I was feeling and took the time to look up detailed information about the biopsies on my behalf. She explained the findings and the next steps in language I could understand, bridging the gap between medical terminology and my need for clarity.
What made the biggest difference was the care she put into not only sharing the facts but also reassuring me that I wasn’t navigating this uncertainty alone. Monica combined thoroughness with compassion—her willingness to go the extra mile demonstrated her dedication to patient care.
Her presence and efforts helped me shift from fear of the unknown to a place of greater understanding and trust. In that vulnerable moment, Monica gave me both information and peace of mind, which was exactly what I needed to feel grounded in my recovery.
Monica approached the situation with both professionalism and empathy. Rather than dismissing my concerns, she acknowledged the seriousness of what I was feeling and took the time to look up detailed information about the biopsies on my behalf. She explained the findings and the next steps in language I could understand, bridging the gap between medical terminology and my need for clarity.
What made the biggest difference was the care she put into not only sharing the facts but also reassuring me that I wasn’t navigating this uncertainty alone. Monica combined thoroughness with compassion—her willingness to go the extra mile demonstrated her dedication to patient care.
Her presence and efforts helped me shift from fear of the unknown to a place of greater understanding and trust. In that vulnerable moment, Monica gave me both information and peace of mind, which was exactly what I needed to feel grounded in my recovery.
Thank you, Monica, for your exceptional compassion, advocacy, and dedication to your patients. You truly make a difference.
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