Letha Hammett
October 2023
Letha
Hammett
,
RN II
Cardiac Mechanical Support Program
The Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston
,
SC
United States

 

 

 

Letha embarked on extensive research to identify patient-centric cookbooks available on Amazon that could provide valuable guidance and support for the patient and his wife.
Letha's commitment to patient care shines through her tireless dedication to improving the lives of advanced heart failure patients. Despite overseeing a demanding caseload, which currently exceeds 300 patients, she consistently goes above and beyond to establish meaningful connections with each individual, ensuring that both patients and healthcare providers can achieve their shared objectives.

One remarkable instance that exemplifies Letha's extraordinary compassion and resourcefulness involved a patient grappling with the daunting challenge of comprehending his dietary restrictions following a life-altering diagnosis. Letha expended considerable time and effort in engaging with the patient and his spouse, recognizing that the educational materials provided by our system were falling short in making a significant impact.

Demonstrating remarkable initiative, she embarked on extensive research to identify patient-centric cookbooks available on Amazon that could provide valuable guidance and support for the patient and his wife.