|Articles|August 29, 2021

Extraordinary Healer®

  • Extraordinary Healer® Vol. 15
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‘A Gem and a Wonderful, Caring Nurse’

A patient details how an oncology nurse made him feel better in more ways than one while undergoing cancer treatment.

I had come in for a doctor visit and was having a bad day, which led to me having a breakdown in the middle of the office. Glee McGinley, RN, was there to talk me through it and make me feel better. Every time I came in for a treatment or doctor visit, Glee would always take a moment to check in with me and make sure I was OK. She'd listen, give advice and just be there for any silly question or concern that I had. She truly is a gem and a wonderful, caring nurse. Maryland Oncology Hematology in Mount Airy is truly lucky to have her.

Editor’s Note: This is an essay submitted by Carter Caldwell for the 2021 Extraordinary Healer Award. Click here to read more about CURE®’s Extraordinary Healer® Award for Oncology Nursing event on April 30, 2021.

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