elevate Archive — Page 4 of 7
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November 6, 2020
Johnny Wedderburn’s positivity, kindness and innovation help patients become independent again
"He cares for the entire person and doesn’t just perform a job." -
September 18, 2020
The Molecular Infectious Disease Lab team earns spotlight for work on COVID-19 diagnostic testing
The first suspected case of COVID-19 was detected in Tennessee March 5. Within four days, the lab team identified a testing platform, obtained reagents and developed and validated the test. By the end of the first 10 days, more than 3,300 tests had been completed. -
March 13, 2020
Thurman Stevens takes extra steps to ease patients’ anxiety
Stevens said he stays on the lookout for patients who may need some extra help. -
March 11, 2020
Leslie Reese helps patients living with HIV navigate life. From arranging appointments and transportation to educating patients on medicines, there’s ‘truly no problem she can’t solve.’
"No matter how difficult the task may be, Leslie finds a way to make someone’s life better." -
January 22, 2020
Office of Outpatient Referral Assistance wins Elevate Team Award
“They always go above and beyond to help me with getting approval or redirecting patients. No matter how busy they are, they are willing to stop and help me." -
January 16, 2020
Chris Turner wants to help patients recover and smile, even if that means sharing stories about the time he dressed up as The Incredible Hulk
“I love putting smiles on people’s faces when they don’t have a lot to smile about." -
January 2, 2020
Chris Pua’s behind-the-scenes work brings him into spotlight
He hopes the software applications and systems he and his team develop work so well that users don’t even notice them.