You were the absolute best! Having you as my recovery nurse set the whole tone for me post-surgery. You keep being awesome, you apple juice goddess, you.

Thank you dear Blaine for helping me get through a difficult night in the hospital. Your dedication to your profession is evident to everyone who comes into your path of light, Making the unexpected trip to the hospital to sit with me and answer questions was a kindness I will never forget. Kettering Hospital is lucky to have you!

Bethany, I wanted to thank you so much for the exceptional care you provided me during my recent stay at the hospital. Your kindness and attentiveness made my stay during a tough time more manageable. You were always a step ahead of anything I needed and answered any questions I had with a smile on your face. You made sure that I was as comfortable as I could possibly be. Thanks again! Christina

Ashley was the best and made me feel comfortable and supported the entire time I was in labor and delivery! She took great care of me and my baby and I couldn’t have asked for a better nurse.

To all my amazing girls on 3N,
Thank you for taking such good care of me after my surgery on 1/24. I was there for 3 days after, and received the absolute best care I've ever experienced in a hospital. From the check in process and the pre-op to the wheelchair ride out, I was treated so wonderfully. Bc I was there for 3 days, I had many caregivers, including nurses and nursing assistants, charge nurses, and even phlebotomy. I tried to get everyone's name, but I know I missed a few, and I'm sorry. The names I did get include Ali, LaQuata, Georgia, Elizabeth, Holly (lab), Lyndsey, Tara, Courtney, and Bethany. I can't thank y'all enough, it was a great experience overall thanks to ALL of y'all on 3N! Thank you for what you all do everyday. You matter more than you know and deserve all the praise. xoxo Rachael Sizemore
Room 3322 1/24-1/27
Love you all 🙂

I wanted to say thank you to Cori for her amazing care! Any little question I had asked she would be truthful and go into detail! She always made sure my needs were met! And she did an amazing job caring for my daughter Scarlett!! She is very caring, gentle, and just an amazing woman overall and I truly believe she deserves this award! Thank you so so very much from the bottom of my heart cori keep up the amazing work!!!! You are doing an amazing job! Don't ever doubt yourself one bit girl!!

I came in last night with a severe tooth infection. Something has plagued me for years. Years ago I was in an abusive relationship that resulted in multiple broken teeth. When I sought dental care then to have them removed I was told I needed to have them surgically removed and to be put under for the procedure. I was abused by my childhood dentist which has caused me to have extreme anxiety with dentists. I was also put under for a sugery as a child and was aware of the entire surgery, yet couldn't speak or move. So the idea of being put under again terrifies me, especially to have 3 teeth surgically removed.

You are the FIRST PERSON in the medical field to show me true human compassion in my situation and to provide me hope to regain my dental health again soon. I seriously can't thank you enough! Please never stop being you! Tha k you for nkt judgming me, unlike Dr. King who kept rolling his eyes at me the whole time. He could learn a thing or two from you about bedside manners! 😉 😂

Seriously, thank you again for not letting this job that I know can be difficult, (I spent months in ICU with my mom after her stroke 24/7) burn you out! Some of us really need people like you!

Having Kat as my pre op nurse on 3/31/25 was nothing less than an amazing experience! I was really nervous about the procedure I was having done and she talked me through it and helped me “laugh” so I could calm my nerves. She was very professional and personable. Thank you, Kat for everything that day. It means a lot!

Tiffany Canter has been my preceptor for my last semester of nursing school. She has shared her love for nursing and skills with me. I have observed her provide patients with the upmost care possible. She treats all her clients with the respect and dignity they deserve. I am honored to have provided nursing care alongside her. Tiffany embodies all the key attributes that are needed to be an amazing nurse. She is a very special nurse that deserves recognition.

I would like to recognize the excellent care I received from the nurses and doctors at the Kettering Health Miamisburg Interventional Angiography Lab. The staff was excellent in their bedside manner and their actions gave me comfort. The procedure was successful, and I am grateful for the team who cared for me. Please pass along my thanks.

VIVIAN,

The gratitude and appreciation we have for you goes beyond what words can express. You were so kind and passionate from day one of induction, laboring process, c section and recovery. You brought out the courage and strength in me that you knew I had within. You have forever positively impacted our birth journey and my healing process. In times of recovery I think what would Vivian say or do and it helps me inch forward. Thank you so much for everything you did and did not have to do.

Emily is a very compassionate and listening nurse. I’m very glad she took care of my sister in the emergency room. I can’t really imagine a better nurse taking care of her. She makes me very glad I chose Kettering Health Dayton over Premier Health/ Miami Valley Hospital

Rebecca Root
914 Haverhill Drive
Hamilton, OH 45013
April 25, 2025

To the Amazing Staff of the Fifth Floor
Kettering Health Hamilton Hospital
Hamilton, Ohio

Subject: A Heartfelt Thank You

Dear Staff,

I don’t usually write letters like this, but after my recent stay at your hospital, I felt deeply moved to reach out and share my heartfelt thanks.

Two weeks ago, I was a patient in Room 520. My name is Rebecca Root—though you probably remember me best as Becki. From the moment I arrived, I was treated with warmth, kindness, and genuine care by every single person who entered my room. Whether it was housekeeping, food service, nurses, or aides—you all made me feel respected, valued, and truly seen. You treated me like a human being, not just a patient.

The fifth-floor staff went above and beyond in every way. You kept my room clean, delivered my meals with care, managed my treatment with compassion, and supported both me and my loved ones through every step.

There is one person I especially want to recognize—my night nurse for a couple of nights, Christy. Christy was a blessing. She not only took care of my physical needs, but anticipated them: rubbing my legs when they were itchy, sometimes multiple times a night; bringing me Jell-O when I couldn’t sleep; changing my bedding when needed; and checking on me constantly. She even made sure my guests felt welcomed and cared for.

What made Christy truly stand out was her ability to connect on a personal level. She made me laugh, lightened the mood, and brought genuine warmth into the room, even on my hardest nights. Her kindness and humor reminded me that healing isn’t just physical—it’s emotional too.

If I had my way, every single one of you would get a daisy—for your compassion, your care, and the difference you made in my life. A daisy for every smile, every thoughtful act, and every extra step you took without being asked. I wish I could give more than words, but please accept this thank-you from the bottom of my heart.

You are overworked, often under-recognized, and yet you continue to show up with compassion every day. What you do matters more than you know—and it certainly mattered to me.

I will always recommend Kettering Health Hamilton Hospital. Thank you for helping me through a very difficult time, and for being the kind of people the world needs more of.

With heartfelt gratitude,
Becki (Rebecca Root)

Averi, thank you so much for your patience, kindness, and quick responses. You were such a huge help during my induction and I cannot thank you enough. You always took the time to answer my questions and made me feel comfortable. You’re an amazing nurse!

Tesia, you are amazing! You helped me so much in delivering our daughter. You stayed so positive and even had me laughing. From helping with different ways to push, to understanding when I needed a break. I always felt heard, and you always took the time to explain things to me. Even going the extra mile to speak to your coworkers about different ways to push so we could get further in delivering. Thank you so much, and I truly feel you’re an outstanding nurse!

I appreciate everything you do! We couldn't do it without you 🙂
Dawn & Team

TO A VERY SPECIAL PERSON. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL OF YOUR HARD WORK. HELPING ARE PATIENTS AND STAFF. YOU ARE THE BEST. BLESSINGS COMING YOUR WAY.

Nichole is one of the kindest and most helpful nurses I've met. She helped my Mom so much. It is wonderful to have a nurse who is efficient and hardworking, but kind is also extremely important. Thank you for all you do Nichole. Jennifer R

Judy is a Practice Manager, but I believe also a nurse. Judy goes out of her way for patients, employees, physicians and vendors. She has worked hard the 10 years I've known her! I appreciate even now how much she cares. Thank you, Judy! Jennifer

I wanted to thank David so much for his kindness not only to his patient, my mother, on her recent stay at Kettering Main (4/27/25-5/3/25) but also his kindness to her family. I was always happy to see your name on her chart for the day, because I knew she would be in the best hands possible. Thank you for being so patient and thorough when you were already so busy. Thank you for answering our questions and being so willing to speak to us and help us through the last few days. You are an exemplary nurse and a credit to your field. Thank you for all you do.

thank you for being a caring smart and strong team leader

Thank you Seth Roach for being the best Team Player ever. you are always ready to help co-workers when needed, always pleasant, friendly and just a great guy to work with

Thank you for always going above and beyond for our patients on the stepdown unit! We appreciate you! Happy nurses week!

THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOU DO FOR ARE PATIENTS AND STAFF. YOU ARE THE BEST

Happy nurses week to my best friend! Always love seeing you at work. Thank you for all that you do for the PACU patients! You're the best!