I am a MetroHealth police officer who works with Mr. Erik Larson in the Parma emergency department. I have always witnessed Mr. Larson on a daily basis be very compassionate towards every patient he has contact with. I admire how much he cares and the hard work he applies to his profession.
Then one day my father had a mini-stroke and I was unable to be by his side until he was transferred to the main campus for a short stay. He doted about his nurse who took wonderful care of him and made sure my dad was comfortable and had everything he needed in a time my father was scared of what was happening. He continued to say great thinks about Mr. Erik Larson and asked me if I knew him. I told my dad he has a great reputation and was ecstatic Mr. Larson was assigned to be his nurse.
When I returned to work I pulled Mr. Larson aside and gave him a big hug, thanking him for keeping my father calm and taking such great care of him. I also told him the positive impact he had on my dad during such an uncertain time. I am glad to say Metro took good care of my father and he was released with just enough time to join his family for holiday dinner. I am very grateful to Mr. Erik Larson and all the staff members who helped my dad recover. Metro is such a wonderful place. So please help me recognize nurse Erik Larson for always doing an exceptional job.