TB Kudos: Recognition for Outstanding Contributions in Tuberculosis Field
Celebrate individuals making remarkable impacts in the field of TB with heartfelt kudos. From dedicated professionals like Dr. Dana Kissner, Brian Petroelje, and Harold Applehof to the invaluable support of Dr. Robert Dickson, their commitment to TB diagnosis and care is commendable. Join in honoring their expertise and dedication. #Tuberculosis #HealthcareHeroes #TBAdvocacy #MedicalRecognition
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TB Kudos Appreciation for people doing great work in the field of TB, submitted by your colleagues* *Submitted anonymously unless otherwise noted
2023 MDHHS World TB Day March 24, 2023 Disclosure No one involved in the planning or presentation of this activity has any relevant financial relationships to disclose. WesternMichigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine adheres to the ACCME s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity. Accreditation In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by WesternMichigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine and MDHHS. Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Credit amount subject to change. Interprofessional Continuing Education This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 5.0 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credits for learning and change. Physicians WesternMichigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 5.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits . Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Nurses WesternMichigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine designates this activity for 5.0 contact hours for nurses. Nurses should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Dr. Dana Kissner (Wayne State University Physicians Group) has been an absolute powerhouse of information and dedication to TB diagnosis and care, even in retirement. Thank you! You are a gift to all whose lives you touch!
Brian Petroelje (Kent County Health Department/Spectrum Health) for providing expertise and going above and beyond for patients.
Harold Applehof (X-Ray Technician at Kent County Health Department) celebrated 60 years of work in the field of Tuberculosis this past year. Harold is an extraordinary individual who we are lucky to have on our team!
Dr. Robert Dickson (TB Consultant) thank you for your untiring support and guidance through the series of difficult cases we have encountered! Submitted by the TB Program Nursing Team at Washtenaw County Health Department
Ericka Mueller, you rock! Thank you for all the work you do for your TB clients and all of the effort you put in to educate your fellow nurses. Your knowledge and kindness has not gone unnoticed!
Janice Taylor (Oakland County Health Division TB Nurse Case Manager) is a very dedicated nurse case manager who always goes above and beyond for her clients. She goes out of her way to not only make sure they are receiving excellent care for their TB, but also takes the time to get to know them on a personal level. She is an excellent nurse and coworker.
Maggie Kabore, RN is now the TB Program Coordinator for Washtenaw County. She has some big shoes to fill, since she s taking over where Mary McCloud (now retired) left off and Maggie is doing a phenomenal job! She s a great teacher and is adept at culturally competent, compassionate care. Way to go, Maggie! Submitted by Beth Christensen
Karen Gorman (Wayne County Health Dept) ensures patients are treated properly, often having to make alternate arrangements to meet their needs. She has a heart of gold and goes above and beyond the call of duty to complete her work.
Carolann Banks works at the front desk at the Wayne County TB Clinic. She is confronted daily with anxious patients, language issues, cultural issues, and billing issues. Carolann has presented a compassionate, effective face to Public Health in Wayne County. Not only does she work with patients in person and on the phone, but she assists with outreach contact investigations, including phlebotomies for adults and children. She is an essential component of our TB program.
Stephanie Doyle (Bay County Health Department) has worked diligently investigating LTBI cases in Bay County. She has done an excellent job educating clients and healthcare providers on LTBI and assuring clients have all the information they need to make informed decisions and understand what LTBI is and why it is important to treat.
Claire Jansen (DHD#10) does an outstanding job with the many cases of TB she receives in her county. She is knowledgeable and her expertise in TB is amazing. She is super helpful to others if needed.
Thank you to the TB Consultants Dr. Dickson, Dr. Hackert, Dr. Kissner, and Dr. Sunstrum for being available to share your expertise and offer recommendations for tricky and not so tricky TB related questions/situations.
Big kudos to Claire Berlin for all the behind the scenes work on making this in-person WTBD conference a success.
Thank you to all the TB Testing Workshop instructors for teaching workshops!
I am nominating Karen Gorman not only because of her hard work, but the diligence, reliability, compassion, grace, and tenacity during this difficult period. I appreciate and admire the way she always makes the needs of our patients a priority. She literally carried the burden of TB case management of one of the counties with highest TB cases even in the midst of a pandemic with smiles and positivity. Always flexible with the schedules of our patients. Let s not forget every time we talk in the morning, she says positive words like EVERYTHING IS GOOD AND WE ARE GOING TO HAVE A GOOD DAY. I try to say it to her but she beats me to it. This encourages me and lifts my spirit up. I say BIG KUDOS TO KAREN GORMAN! Thank you so much for all you do, all you have done, and all that you have continued to do. Submitted by Nnenna Wachuku
Nnenna Wachuku has been managing the TB program for Wayne County for many years. She ensures each patient and contact investigation is handled promptly and receives the necessary attention for positive outcomes.
Kudos to Claire Berlin for the best and most organized planning and communication to attendees. Submitted by Dr. Kissner
Kudos to Tammy Cooper, RN, for all her years as lead nurse for the Detroit health department TB program. Her compassion, smarts, and effectiveness have pushed us toward the elimination of TB in SE Michigan. Submitted by Dr. Kissner
Kudos to the Direct Interventional Specialists (DIS) workers (Andrea Augustine, Javier Cardenas, James Thorpe, and Tadros Bebawy) at the Detroit Health Department TB Program for their persistence, compassion, and ingenuity that ensure that our patients swallow their medicine without harm and obtain needed support services. They are unsung heroes. Submitted by Dr. Kissner
