I came to the Emergency Room one early morning with the most severe pain I have ever experienced in my life. I had kidney stones! If you have ever suffered from one of these, you know there is no pain worse. I was crying, puking, and to be honest even though I knew what was causing it I was still a little scared mainly because I didn't know how in the world, I would get this pain under control. Katie took one look at me and went right to work placing an IV and obtaining pain and nausea meds. Her calm voice was reassuring that I would get relief. She communicated so quickly with the doctor and other members of my care team to get me diagnosed quickly with a CT scan and she checked on me frequently to ensure my pain and vomiting were controlled. I have twice now been in the Emergency Room for myself and my son and have been lucky enough to have her as our nurse. Katie’s caring demeanor made all the difference for both of us. I am always and continue to be amazed by Katie and how wonderful she is to her patients. She truly made a difference for me that day. My son still talks about her to this day.