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Caught in the Act of Excellence!  
Persons caught in the act of excellent service by a customer, faculty, or staff member.

July 2008

 

Sandra Smith, Internal Medicine Clinic, "went the extra mile to figure out that another physician's office was spelling a patient's name incorrectly."

Jackie Ackerman, Internal Medicine Clinic, "a patient called into state that Jackie was very helpful and kind with her when she called the office."
Donna Hall, Human Resources, "provided information in an accurate and timely manner so that we could meet the deadline."

Leah Higar, Family and Community Medicine-Decatur, "is very helpful, supportive and understanding."

Rainee Crownerr, Family and Community Medicine-Decatur, "is very efficient in scheduling appointments and informed me of the test results as soon as they came in."

Mike Olinger, Capital Planning and Service Operations, "assured that the late shift Medical Records staff were escorted to safety during the recent storms."

Tori Armour, Psychiatry, "is very patient and kind and is helping me learn the many aspects of my new job."

 

June 2008

 

John Runge, Capital Planning & Service Operations, "made arrangements for a special visitor to tour the Cancer Institute building during construction."

Greg Puckel, Capital Planning & Service Operations, "picked up a print request in the rain and delivered the finished product within an hour."
Phillip Barry, Family & Community Medicine-Decatur, "helped set up an academic project in Macon County."

Karen Blakeman, Obstetrics & Gynecology, "assisted a patient in a wheelchair get to the front desk."

Joan White, Linda Morrison, and Mary Aiello, Education and Curriculum, "worked quickly to turn around rooms so student activities stayed on schedule."

Rochelle White and Rainee Crowner, Family & Community Medicine-Decatur, "go above and beyond to help me understand when I have any questions."

 

May 2008

 

Tammy Lawrick and Janet Stormer, Human Resources, "worked with the department to get a key position opened very quickly."

Barbara Lokaitis, Neurology, "noticed that I couldn't locate my car in the parking garage and she stayed with me until we found it."
Anita Clark, Family & Community Medicine-Decatur, "helped get my child to the car when I was having back pain."

Andrea Williams, Surgery, "came up with a solution to addressing new patient packets that has saved the reception staff a lot of time."

 

April 2008

 

Brenda Witt, Cancer Center Institute, "compiled a list of equipment and furniture needs in preparation for a vendor meeting that was scheduled with short notice."

Robin Zorn, Psychiatry, "assisted a student by providing teaching tapes and arranging for a meeting between the student and doctor."
Carol Bauer, M.D., Surgery, "assisted a pediatric resident with a patient."

Rainee Crowner, Family & Community Medicine-Decatur, "is a compassionate nurse who went the extra mile for me."

Kirtana Witherspoon, Family & Community Medicine-Decatur, "is kind and helpful and always treats my family with respect."
Lori Jackson, Family & Community Medicine-Decatur, "explains in detail what is going on with my illnesses and shows consideration to me and my child."

Dr. Habbi, Family & Community Medicine-Decatur, "goes above and beyond what is expected, he is much appreciated."

Christina McCue, P&S Patient Business Services, "expedited a prompt refund of a large overpayment and followed up to ensure the refund was issued."
Vera Felts, Layla Murphy, Nathan Ratley, Thomas Shea, Glenda Sullivan, Sylvia Fromherz, Paul Henry Ph.D., Shirley McGlinn, Gina Paul Ph.D., and Harold Bardo Ph.D., MEDPREP-Carbondale, "On a day when the campus was closed due to hazardous weather conditions, these individuals came into the office to conduct the MEDPREP Admissions Day."

Tonna Kloeden, IPMI and Kim Beckey, Human Resources, "helped get a slide presentation working during a recent guest presentation."

Joan Miller, Kathy Sorrill and Jerry Kruse M.D., Family & Community Medicine-Quincy, "grateful for the expertise, patience, genuine concern and personal attention they have provided for the last 20 years we have been patients of this clinic."

Angela Blackman, Surgery Clinic, "on a day when there were multiple people out of the clinic, Angela pitched in and covered for three doctors."

 

March 2008

 

Kati Johnson, Pediatrics Clinic, "quickly prepped exam rooms and got them ready for patients after new carpet was installed."

Dorothy Champion and Debbie Horve, Surgery Clinic, "helped a patient who was stranded in Springfield obtain mail vouchers and lodging at a local shelter."
Rick French, Information Resources, "used off hours to successfully download large digital files to be used for a training project."

Fran Kovach, Medical Library, "helped me navigate an Excel program to formulate a monthly calendar listing for use in clinic."

Steve Jones, Capital Planning & Service Operations, "was extremely patient and accommodating when dealing with our skylight issues."
John Kling, Internal Medicine Clinic, "assisted a patient; allowing them to keep their scheduled appointment with a different department."

Carol Morgan and Jolene Williams, Psychiatry, "during a recent snow storm, they immediately offered to cover the reception area.  Thanks for 'holding down the fort!'"

 

February 2008

 

Vicki Benson, Human Resources, "was patient and helpful in organizing information needed to submit records."

Rick French, Information Resources, "facilitated a loaner video-conference unit so an important meeting could take place on very short notice."
Robin McCabe, P & S Coding, "was professional and caring in explaining charges that were billed in error."

Donna Clark, Obstetrics & Gynecology, "filled in during a vacancy, in addition to her normal job duties."

Carl "Bo" Collins and Tom Gardner, Capital Planning & Service Operations, "ensured the Neurology conference room was painted on time so that a special conference could be held."
Andy Wheeler, Jamie Law, and Chris Dickman, Capital Planning & Service Operations, "their hard work and expertise made the Benefits office moves go very smoothly."

Karen Downs, Neurology Clinic, "assisted a patient in filling out their questionnaire."

 

January 2008

 

Jennifer Long, Pediatrics, "was responsive and diligent in helping schedule a faculty member for several media interviews."

Ruth Ann Born, Internal Medicine, "assessed vaccination requirements for travel to Africa and when it was determined that there was a need for another vaccine, she ensured that it was received so my flight plan was not disrupted."
Becky Antonacci, Joni DeMarco, Pam Michaud and Karen Shea, Obstetrics & Gynecology, "worked on a project in the lab that was vital towards providing excellent patient care and service."

John Morgan, Information Resources, "willingly shares his findings with the computer staff - we have benefited from his efforts."

Last updated July 09, 2008


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