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Help us congratulate Bayhealth’s Madison Kelley, RN, at Kent Campus Birthing Center! She has earned a DAISY Award for her sensitive and tender care of a pregnant patient. The DAISY Award was created in 2001 to recognize nurses across the country who went above and beyond for their patients. DAISY is an acronym that stands for Diseases Attacking the Immune System. The DAISY Foundation was created in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, who ultimately died of an autoimmune disease that took his life at the age of 33. Here at Bayhealth, the DAISY Award is used often as a means of showing gratitude for the excellent care our nurses have provided to countless patients. Every month, it is awarded to a different nurse nominated by a patient/patient’s family member that has been moved by their dedication to providing compassionate patient care. Kelley’s patient was pregnant with twins and was experiencing pre-eclampsia. Kelley remained at the expecting mother’s side every step of the way. Understandably, Kelley’s patient was very worried about not only her health but that of her twins. Kelley immediately took on the role of being there for her patient, both physically and emotionally. Kelley acted as her rock and made sure to never let her feel overlooked but validated. Kelley demonstrated a calm, attentive compassion to both her patient and her patient’s husband. Kelley made sure to ease their worries, answering all their questions in an empathetic and reassuring manner. Kelley’s compassion was described as something that could not be taught in a textbook. It seemed innate to Kelley, which is what set her apart in her patient’s eyes, who stated, “It is evident that nursing is her calling.” “She helped me walk, change, and feel like a rock star after my delivery despite the pain and discomfort. She is truly a life saver, and I will forever be thankful to her for giving me the confidence to deliver my twins,” the patient said. DAISY Award honorees are chosen by nurses, administrators, peers, physicians, volunteers, patients, and families. Visit Bayhealth.org/DAISY and fill out a nomination form to recognize a nurse you feel deserves to be honored.

Bayhealth is pleased to welcome General and Bariatric Surgeon Anirudha Goparaju, MD, FACS. Joining the Bayhealth General Surgery practice, Dr. Goparaju will perform surgery at Bayhealth Sussex Campus in Milford and is a part of the Bayhealth Bariatrics team specializing in weight loss surgery. He is accepting new patients. The Bayhealth General Surgery practice is part of Bayhealth Medical Group, a partnership of highly trained physicians and advanced practice clinicians, their staff, and an administrative support team that operates medical offices throughout Delaware. Together their team of specialists provides advanced surgical care to treat common to complex conditions, using innovative and minimally invasive techniques such as robotic surgery. Read more here https://lnkd.in/gGGdQyKh today.

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Are ya ready for it? Season 3 of the Scrub In podcast is coming soon!⁠ Go ahead and subscribe now and listen to our previous episodes before September 19 when we debut. In our new season, get to know the passion behind our clincians and community leaders while learning about healthcare topics you need to know. Sarah and Tyler can't wait to share this latest season with you.⁠ ⁠ Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, GooglePlay, or YouTube today. You can also listen at Bayhealth.org/Scrub-In now.

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Did you know? Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers and the second-leading cause of death from cancer among Delawarean men. The Bayhealth Cancer Institute is providing free prostate screenings on Saturday, September 21. Screenings are by appointment only. Call the Bayhealth Cancer Institute at 302-744-6562 by Monday, Sept. 16 to schedule.

Cheering you on this Monday morning! ⁠ Embrace your new week with gratitude and make every moment count.

Questions about spine surgery? While many people suffer from some kind of back pain during their lifetime, only a small percentage will end up needing spine surgery. But for certain conditions and when other treatment measures have been unsuccessful, spine surgery may be the best option to explore, explains Bayhealth Neurosurgery Medical Director Dawn Tartaglione, DO, FACOS. Dr. Tartaglione breaks down the facts on spine surgery and when it is best suited. Read more here https://lnkd.in/eD6jZQ5Y now.

Have questions about bariatric surgery? Let Dr. Theo help. Register for this free online seminar that covers the basics of weight loss surgery, including what you can expect throughout the process. Click here now https://lnkd.in/eMQvdMbP to learn more. 

Thank you Diagnostic Imaging, Sussex Campus for this collection of school supplies for our local elementary school. All of Lulu Ross's students, teachers and administrators were elated to receive such a large donation. Way to radiate positivity in our community, team Bayhealth!