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IU Health CompleteLife massage therapist, Michelle Bailey, gives a foot massage to patient, Ron Bradley, who is just beginning his cancer journey. Ron is receiving his first of four rounds of inpatient chemotherapy before he goes through radiation and surgery to rid his body of a fast-growing, malignant tumor on his thigh. "This is uncharted territory for me," said Ron. "I'm scared. I've never been hospitalized before, but I know I'm in good hands here. I do know that."
It is Pride Month a time to celebrate the impact LGBTQ+ people has had on the world. One IU Health physician is making an impact by focusing on a safe and inclusive practice of caring for LGBTQ+ patients.
After 40 years working with transplant patients, Susan Young is known for soothing words and middle-of-the night visits.
Dora Lorado has been a member of our environmental services team for about two years. She has played a crucial role, especially this past year, in keeping patient rooms clean and disinfected. "I actually like cleaning," said Dora. "I haven't been too worried during the pandemic. If something were to happen, so be it. Still, I have a responsibility to the patients and I'm going to be here to do my job."
Riley Hospital Nurse Samantha “Sam” Schubert is passionate about kidney donation – so passionate that she wants others to know about the process. This story is the first in a series that follows Schubert’s younger brother through his journey to organ transplantation.
She was at a low point and ended up in ER. The only thing she had on her mind when she was alert enough to talk was the safety of her pets.
They work as a team – often behind the scenes. Although they may not be in the spotlight, they’re the ones who make sure that the lights shine on IU Health. They are the force that manages the facilities.
Bernice Powell learned the values of working hard and caring for others from her parents, and she lives out those values every day.
Misty Mackinson has been a nurse for more than two years. Most of that time has been spent caring for patients like Randall Shields, who recently suffered from a stroke. "A lot of times, the challenge for these patients comes in working through new deficits brought on by their stroke," said Misty. "The most rewarding part of my job comes in working with my patients to find new and unique solutions that improve their care and quality of life."
As an African-American, Joe Colquitt understands the hesitancy some people feel about the COVID-19 vaccine. But he believes he has a duty to share why he got the shot.
