Alaa has been responsible for the care of my mother. He has shown such compassion in his care. It is so rare to find a nurse who truly cares for the well-being of the patient and not just punching the boxes required to get the job done. It is refreshing to see a nurse who truly cares for his patients. He takes time to ask her how she is feeling and listens to her. He takes the extra moment to learn about who he is treating and what her concerns are. He keeps her informed of what to expect and what he is doing and respects her privacy. I have met a lot of nurses over the last eight years while both my mother and father have been admitted, and Alaa truly stands out as an Extraordinary Nurse.