November 2025 Honoree
Samar Ouf, BSN, RN
From a patient:
"I am thirty years old, and I was admitted to the hospital following a suicide attempt due to my struggles with depression, anxiety, and panic attacks. When I was asked to stay in the inpatient unit, I felt afraid, but the staff were incredibly kind. They constantly asked about my well-being, my meals, and my medications, and stood by me through everything that troubled me.
At first, I was afraid of the panic attacks returning, but the entire team was incredibly cooperative and instilled a sense of calm in all the patients. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to the nurses in the mental health unit, especially those who demonstrated noble character and cooperation in caring for patients and visitors, including Samar Ouf."
Moreover, a colleague said about Samr Ouf: When the patient cried, and the nurse embraced her in the ward, it wasn’t a fleeting moment —it’s a daily scene here in the mental health unit. She is not just someone brought to you by chance or circumstance; she is an extraordinary soul, truly worthy of being celebrated.
"I am thirty years old, and I was admitted to the hospital following a suicide attempt due to my struggles with depression, anxiety, and panic attacks. When I was asked to stay in the inpatient unit, I felt afraid, but the staff were incredibly kind. They constantly asked about my well-being, my meals, and my medications, and stood by me through everything that troubled me.
At first, I was afraid of the panic attacks returning, but the entire team was incredibly cooperative and instilled a sense of calm in all the patients. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to the nurses in the mental health unit, especially those who demonstrated noble character and cooperation in caring for patients and visitors, including Samar Ouf."
Moreover, a colleague said about Samr Ouf: When the patient cried, and the nurse embraced her in the ward, it wasn’t a fleeting moment —it’s a daily scene here in the mental health unit. She is not just someone brought to you by chance or circumstance; she is an extraordinary soul, truly worthy of being celebrated.
Thank you, Samar, for your exceptional compassion, advocacy, and dedication to your patients. You truly make a difference.
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