The Iowa Hospital Association (IHA) has honored a group of individuals from Monroe County Hospital & Clinics (MCHC) who saved a little boy’s life with the 2024 Hospital Hero Award! The team, comprising Nicola Preston, DO (Emergency Room Medical Director), Lisa Siefker (Patient Access Representative), Cherie Kennelly (Registered Nurse), Seth Gashwiler (EMS Team Lead/Paramedic), Amy Beal (EMT), Robert Colyer (Paramedic), Brian Teeter (Chief Nursing Officer), Tim Strickler (EMT), Alesya Kritskiy (Paramedic), Mary Dunlavy (Registered Nurse), Michelle Wynn (Radiology/Ultrasound Tech), and Ashley Drummond (Medical Lab Tech), will receive this prestigious award at the IHA Annual Meeting on Wednesday, October 9, 2024.
The Iowa Hospital Association’s Hospital Hero Award celebrates employees who have acted courageously in a crisis or have selflessly served their hospitals and communities throughout their careers. It also recognizes individuals who exemplify integrity and compassion, consistently prioritizing the needs of others. These accolades are a testament to the outstanding dedication and service of the MCHC Emergency Services Team.
“We are grateful for the unsung heroes in our hospitals across Iowa. You serve patients with expertise and compassion. Your strength, professionalism and dedication to patients—and to each other—are nothing short of heroic. For all you’ve done, for all you do every day, we thank you.” – shared by the Iowa Hospital Association team.
For some, heroes may seem larger than life. However, for many of us, heroes are those who offer support in our times of need, without expecting reward or recognition. Their actions reflect their intrinsic character and dedication. Congratulations to this team; we take immense pride in each of your exemplary contributions.
