Guardian Angels Program
Honoring Those Who Touch Our Lives...
Has a doctor, nurse, faculty member, volunteer, or other caregiver made a difference in the care you or your loved ones received at West Virginia University?
The Guardian Angel program is a way you can honor and recognize those individuals whose commitment to patient care and comfort made a difference in your life or the life of your loved one.
You can thank your special caregiver by making a comment or gift in their honor.
Our Guardian Angels
Emma Moore
WVUH
Emma spent the day with me. I could not have had a more giving angel. I was having a particularly hard day and she was there for me again and again, and I was not an easy task. With all the dark troubling things that have happened to me since I have been here, I was blessed to have Emma give me the patience and care I needed on one of my darkest days. Thank You Emma, my Guardian Angel
Honored on February 20, 2012
Dr. Michael Maroon
Family Medicine
Dr. Maroon is the most caring, compassionate and understanding doctor I have ever been seen by.
Honored on October 29, 2011
Dr. Brian Reidel
WVUH
Dr. Reidel...words cannot even begin to show my appreciation to you and your staff. If it had not been for you accepting my son when you accepted him and running tests on him when you ran tests on him, he may not be with me today. For that, I owe you my life. There is not enough thank you’s out there to express my gratitude for saving my precious son. YOU were the FIRST person in 3 years, besides his new pediatrician who listened to me and moved on my request that something was wrong with my child. This may be a long road and may still be a long road, but you know what, I don’t even think about that, I am just thankful for the fact that you and your staff have cared enough to be there for my family. Your compassion is over the top....and from the start, you knew the answers. :) You deserve more than just recognition, but I want to let everyone know what a great physician you are, thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Honored on October 22, 2011
Dr. Janna Brown
WVUH
Dr. Janna Brown, there is NONE like you! My son absolutely adores you and looks forward to being around you. You are unlike any other pediatrician I have ever seen. You always take your time with my son, very patient with him, and me, and always there to listen to our conerns. You would come down to my son’s level to better understand what he is going through and needs. I whole heartedly mean this from the bottom of my heart, if we lived even remotely closer to you, you would without a doubt be all of my son’s doctor. You go over and beyond your call of duty as a doctor and for that, I want to to express my gratitude and say THANK YOU. You deserve a million of these. :) Thanks for everything, and thank you for making my son’s stay better. Most of all, thank you for listening and saving my son’s life, their is no repayment for that. :)
Honored on October 22, 2011
Our Nurses
WVUH
WOW, where do I start....my son absolutely loves each and everyone of you on this floor, so many of you have made a difference in his life and went out of your way to make his stay special. Natalie Alleman, you are so special to him, there is none like you in his eyes, or none compared to you, you went completely out of your way to make his stay worth while and your care for him is outstanding and far above any other. Daysha Grimes, you know just how to work with little boys; he loves you and it brightens his day to see you come in. You were special in every way and day you had him, but one day stands out and always will when you took a lot of grief for him and stood for him, and for that, I will NEVER forget. You reminded me of being a mother. Nate, you are a great person, and he always enjoyed having time spent with you, and you were always on time with everything... you take a lot of pride in your work and what you do. Holly Hardesty, you have become another favorite to my son, he lights up when he sees you and has a lot of fun just being around you; he enjoys your time with him and he looks forward to spending time with you. There is so much good to say about each of you and I do not want any to feel left out. Thanks for making my son feel special and making his stay better and every stay he has special. I have nothing bad to say about the nurses here. I cannot thank you guys enough...
Honored on October 16, 2011
Lya Stroupe, RN
WVUH
When my son was first taken to the PICU and was in such critical condition, Lya was his nurse for the first 3 days, she was not just a nurse, she was so much more. She was compassionate, loving, nurturing, and caring. She not only showed her compassion to my son, but to me as his mother, treated me like my family would. Lya is a nurse that you don’t just call a ‘nurse’, but a TRUE nurse, one who is a nurse from the heart....you can always tell the ones who are here for the job and money, and those who are here because they LOVE what they do and want to make a difference in someone’s life, and that she accomplished with us, and we will never forget... She was very attentive to my needs and my family’s needs as well as my sons needs, and even to this day, when my son is in the hospital, she still makes a point to visit, for this we will always be thankful to her and for her. Lya, YOU ARE TRULY OUR GUARDIAN ANGEL, THANK YOU
Honored on October 16, 2011
Sylvia McEwuen, RN, BSN, OCN, CCRC
WVUH
I am hear–less. She made sure I understood ALL the questions, answers and directions.
Honored on October 5, 2011
Holly Wadsworth, MRI staff; Courtney Koren, PET tech; Jamie Walker, PET tech
WVUH
Holly, Jamie and Courtney made sure I heard and understood everything happening to me.
Honored on October 1, 2011
Nurse Amanda Ferguson
WVUH
Nurse Amanda was the best — she took the extra step to come and talk with our son so that Mommy and Daddy could go to the cafeteria and get a bite to eat and relax. She played with him, and he talks about her every day and how if he has to go back to ‘Morgantown’ he wants Nurse Amanda. Thanks for all you do.
Honored on August 1, 2011
Mary E. Meadows, RN
WVUH
My daughter had surgery in June. Our stay at the hospital was lengthy. In this time frame we met many, many nurses. I was amazed that 99% of those that we encountered were simply amazing, caring, knowledgeable, and highly efficient in their abilities. One of the nurses that stood out to me was Mary Meadows. She was our nurse during the time frame that things were more difficult as far as recovery. Many times Mary just listened to me on me explaining what was going on with my daughter. Within her power as a nurse she offered suggestions. She over and over and over helped us and provided outstanding care. We were already so stressed by what was going on with our daughter and it was so refreshing that Mary helped us carry this burden instead of adding to it. All I can say is your facility must be doing something right. Your nurses are top notch and I would consider Mary one of your best kept secrets! We will be back to have another surgery at the end of July and I hope that we can be in the care of Mary and some of the other fine nurses we met! Thank you Mary so much!
Honored on July 20, 2011
Kenton Schrock, RN
WVUH
My daughter was in the PICU in June. Kenton may have been our nurse only one of those days but I was so impressed by his high work ethics. I observed that while he was not busy he would walk from room to room to check to see if any of the patients needed anything. He helped me many times and brainstormed with me on ideas of making her recovery as comfortable as possible. I was amazed at his maturity level for 21 years old! He expressed to me how much he loved his job and how he realized that if he gave of himself his reward would be great in what he would have received back as a sense of helping others. He is a true asset to Ruby Memorial.
Honored on July 20, 2011
Nurse Lindsey
WVUH
Lindsey, Thank You so much. Your patience and care upon our arrival here at Ruby and care through our first night when things can be so difficult was truly a blessing. To you and your team we Thank You !!!
Honored on July 1, 2011
Nurse Marian Moore
SKU, WVUH
My mother suffered a massive stroke in April. After many complications she passed away in May. Marian Moore was not technically assigned to her care, but she stayed with us and helped us through this very difficult ordeal in every way possible, from giving Mom bathes, to helping us understand what was happening and what our options were. Thank you, Marian!
Honored on June 7, 2011
Dr. Josh Dower and the Palliative Care Team
WVUH
My mother suffered a massive stroke in April. After many complications she passed away in May. Dr. Dower and his team were there for us during the last several days. Dr. Dower gently explained to Mom what was happening. They are professionals and guided us through the end of life process. We are very grateful they were available to us.
Honored on June 7, 2011
Nurse Trish
Cardio Step Down, WVUH
My mother was admitted in April due to a massive stroke. She passed away in May. Trish was the charge nurse when my Mom passed away. She was very compassionate.
Honored on June 7, 2011
Nurse Becca
Cardio Step Down, WVUH
My mother was admitted in April due to a massive stroke. She passed away in May. Becca took excellent care of my Mom during her last few days of life. We really appreciated her compassion.
Honored on June 7, 2011
Nurse Jennifer
Neurology, WVUH
My mother was admitted in April due to a massive stroke. She passed away in May. Jennifer took excellent care of my Mom. She was alert to complications and notified the doctor when she suspected a bloodclot in my Mom’s arm.
Honored on June 7, 2011
Nurse Kristin
Neurology, WVUH
My mother was admitted in April due to a massive stroke. She passed away in May. She was in your Neuro Unit for weeks and Kristin was her nurse several times. We really appreciated her care and compassion!
Honored on June 7, 2011
Nurse Lora
Neurology, WVUH
My mother was admitted in April due to a massive stroke. She passed away in May. Lora was the night nurse assigned to my mom that first night and she talked to me all night giving me the information I needed. I really appreciated it.
Honored on June 7, 2011
Dr. William Tse
Mary Babb Randolph Cancer Center
I would like to express my sincere thanks and appreciation to Dr. Tse, for his kind and considerate treatment of my mother, who is about to start treatment. Dr. Tse has been so completely caring and personal with our whole family thus far, and has surpassed excellence as a physician with compassion for his patient. Thank you, and God Bless you Dr. Tse, for being a wonderful example for other Doctors.
Honored on May 26, 2011
Julie McNeil, RN
WVUH
It’s nurses week and as I reflect on nurses who have made a difference, I remember Julie McNeil who helped me while I was in the hospital three years ago to to have my first children— twin boys. Julie was super sweet and helped to ease my anxiety during my delivery. She listened to me and was very helpful. Thank you Julie!!
Honored on May 9, 2011
Nurse Shannon
WVUH
I would just like to thank Shannon my nurse on MICC from the very bottom of my heart. She was absolutely awesome!!! She was so very helpful to my husband and I about everything— be it labor, breastfeeding or newborn care. She truly was our guardian angel and made our experience so much better. Shannon was a fantastic nurse and provided wonderful care for me and my little baby boy :)
Honored on May 4, 2011
TJ
WVUH
TJ, thanks for the great care provided to my husband the days you were his CA while in CTU, no matter how difficult he was you had patience with him. Your joking manner with the patients and co workers added a air of joy in a very difficult time in people’s life. Keep up the good work and continue to spread cheer. Good luck with the bread.
Honored on April 20, 2011
Monica Preolitti-Armist
WVUH
Monica, thanks for great care provided to my husband the days you were his nurse in CTU, no matter how difficult he was, you had patience and a smile. Any patient will have great care from you. Keep up the good work and good luck with the baby.
Honored on April 20, 2011
Emily Hoefler
WVUH
Emily, thank you for your extra special care that you provided to my husband, the two weekends he was in CTU. You provided the best care of all his nurses. You were the only one who washed his hair, tried to shave him and comb the gunk out of his beard. You took time to explain things to me and just talk. If we ever have to come back, I would want you to be our nurse. Our friend had you the following weekend and his wife said you were the best also. Keep up the great work.
Honored on April 20, 2011
Nurse Mara
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, WVUH
I would like to say she was the best nurse I came across in the PICU and if I had it to do all over again she would be the one I would pick to take care of G. all over again! Thank you Mara. You are truly an angel in our lives and G.’s!! I just wanted to say thank you, and I appreciate all that you did..and thanks for the comforting; Lord knows I needed it. xoxoxoxoxo, G.’s Mommy
Honored on April 19, 2011
Dr. Michael Craig
Mary Babb Randolph Cancer Center
I would like to send my appreciation to Dr. Craig..He took such good care of my husband, R. Thanks all to Dr. Craig..He is one of the best and his wonderful nurse Pam..Your cancer center was wonderful to us in our time of need..I will never forget you guys and R. is my guardian angel now..watching over me and my children..May God Bless all of you..Once again thank you guys so much..
Honored on April 14, 2011
Jessica Taylor, RN
WVUH
Thanks for taking good care of my Grandpap. You have done an excellent job with him and we are all grateful.
Honored on April 12, 2011
Jessica Taylor, RN
WVUH
The family of R.H. would like to give you our sincere thank you for being there with us through this very difficult time. Thank you for taking time with him and teaching him thumbs up and to use the letter communication board. Thank you for your support and just being there to answer any questions that we had. I am thankful that there are still nurses out there who care about their patients as a person and not just a paycheck at the end of the week. You also were there for us in our time of need and were very understanding and made time for us and answered our questions and made sure we were taken care of. Again thank you very much, even though we cannot thank you enough.
Honored on April 12, 2011
Dr. Jessica Harvey
WVUH
The family of R.H. would like to give you our sincere thank you for being there with us through this very difficult time. Thank you for taking time and explaining procedures to us and exploring the options as well as helping us to understand the risks and benefits. Thank you for your support and just being there to answer any questions that we had. I am thankful that there are still doctors out there who care about their patients as a person and not just another symptom or disease to treat and another chart to sign off on. Again thank you very much.
Honored on April 12, 2011
Nurse Dianne
WVUH
I want to thank Dianne for her wonderful smiling personality. She made sure we were comfortable and smiled the whole time. She even made a pot of coffee for us. She makes the hospital a better place for sick people to feel happy. Every one of the nurses on the second floor was great. They are caring and like ther jobs. It makes the patients more relaxed and not scared to come back. Thank you.
Honored on April 7, 2011
Doctors, Nurses & Aids
WVUH
I wanted to say THANK YOU to all Doctors, Nurses, Aids and others who were involved in my stay. You all were very kind and supportive through the process. I felt bad that you had to wear a space suit every time you came in, but no one ever complained. Well I never heard anyone complain. :) Everyone always asked if I needed anything every time they left. Thank you again for everything you did. I was truly blessed by you all.
Honored on April 5, 2011
Nurse Fiona
WVUH
Fiona was the nurse assigned to my father the last night of his life. She showed him such respect and allowed him to die with such dignity. It would have been easier for her to simply do her duties at the minimum level since he wasn’t going to be with us much longer, but instead she went above and beyond, showing utmost respect to him and treating him and our whole family with a high level of respect and compassion. Dad has been in the hospital many times over the past eleven years, and few medical professionals have dignified him as Fiona did. Thank you so much for your excellent care!
Honored on March 23, 2011
Dr. Fawad Khan
WVUH
Dr. Khan was the resident taking care of my mother during her last stay on the Oncology service. I felt that he honestly took a personal interest in her care and truly wanted to help her. Dr. Khan was a Godsend. He was there any time we needed him and was always willing to explain what was going on and how each activity would effect her health. He was sensitive to her needs and feelings and was very personable with her. He made all of us feel as if she was a special patient to him.
Honored on March 11, 2011
Mary Meadows, RN
WVU Children’s Hospital
Mary, You take such good care of your patients—you offer such dedication and caring! Thank you for all you do. You are an asset and a blessing to the nursing staff!
Honored on March 7, 2011
PICU staff
WVUH
Thank you for wonderful care, time and time again, and your lifesaving efforts on our son’s behalf. We love and appreciate you all!
Honored on February 25, 2011
Dr. Rhodes and the PICU staff
WVUH
There is nothing more comforting than knowing that Dr. Rhodes spent the night at the hospital because he wasn’t comfortable leaving our son, who is a pacemaker patient. We will never forget that! We love all the staff at Ruby PICU, and cannot imagine better service from any other hospital!
Honored on January 31, 2011
Darcie Jones, PCA
WVUH Surgery
Darcie was a lifesaver! She took such good care of my little girl after her surgery. She made her lots of slushies, pampered her and really reassured me that everything would be okay! I am so grateful for the care she gave all of us!
Honored on January 28, 2011
Michael Lincoln, PA
School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics
Thank you to ‘Dr. Michael’ for going above and beyond his call of duty. Over the past year he has communicated by phone, email and at visits to ensure new medications are understood and that my child is doing well and continuing to improve. We have been one year hospital stay free and on the road to recovery after re–occurring illnesses! We factor Mr. Lincoln’s help into that!! It’s nice to feel the care and compassion. He is a great asset to the pediatric offices at Ruby, and we have great gratitude for his care.
Honored on January 19, 2011
Angela Kiser, RN
WVUH
Thanks for taking such good care of me while I was in the hospital. Only 29 yrs old with a broken hip and coming out of surgery was scary enough on its own but with help like you, I felt everything would be all right. Now it is for the first time since it happened, I am walking again, not far without my walker but it’s been 2 months of work. I couldn’t have done it without your help. Thanks for taking such good care of me.
Honored on January 13, 2011
Dr. Larry Rhodes
WVUH
Just wanted to say God Bless you, Dr. Rhodes. Even though I was 9 and now 27 I will always remember you and what you did for me.
Honored on January 12, 2011
Nurse Sarah
WVUH
She made me feel really good and helped me at anytime she could. She was always there when I needed something, even if it took her a few minutes to get to me. She really made me feel really good about the care I was getting. I wanted to thank her for putting a smile on my face every time she walked in my room while I stayed there for the 3 days I was in the hospital.
Honored on December 1, 2010
Lisa McDonald, RN
NICU Unit at WVUH
Our family appreciates all the care you gave to our daughter, Ashley Beth. Thank you very much.
Honored on November 30, 2010
Linda Baer, RN
School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics
She is one of the most caring and efficient nurses we’ve known through the years.
Honored on November 30, 2010
John A Guilfoose, MD
Department of Infectious Disease
Wow! If a physician could be cloned this would be the one. Dr.Guilfoose is caring, genuine, and thorough. He makes you feel like your his only patient. Kudos Dr. Guilfoose, I wish there were more like you!!
Honored on November 22, 2010
Adrienne Salamon, MD
Department of Neurology
Thank you for your care!
Honored on November 3, 2010
Robert W. Hull, MD
Department of Cardiology/WVU Heart Institute
Thank you for your care!
Honored on November 3, 2010
Megan Weese, RN, BSN
WVUH PACU
Megan Weese is a wonderful and caring professional nurse! Last week after a patient had an extended post op stay and was discharged late in the evening but had no ride home — Megan coordinated with Security to obtain transportation for him and personally w/security escorted the patient to his front door and gave home care instructions to the family member waiting there. The patient and family was very grateful and the PACU is very proud of this RN!
Honored on September 24, 2010