I am writing on behalf of my husband, a Radiation Oncologist, who works with Brook. Every day my husband comes home from work, I typically hear about how wonderful Brook is, not only as a nurse but as a person. On countless occasions, she has gone above and beyond any basic nursing task to care for her patients who come through the door. I have heard many stories where food was delivered to the department for patients in need of a hot meal, and it was ordered by none other than Brook.

Skin irritation from radiation treatments can be a very painful side effect. Brook had been ordering a special cream that helps with this side effect through her personal Amazon account. She took the initiative to work with our TidalHealth pharmacy to implement ordering to have in stock for easier access for the patients.

Brook ultimately cares for every patient as a whole and truly cares about each and every one. She grew up on the Eastern Shore and has a connection with the community that embodies the values of TidalHealth. My husband and I are always in awe of the amount of compassion that Brook exudes in her everyday practice. There is not just one instance you could speak about because there are far too many to count, and she does all of this not for any recognition but because she cares for the patients in a way that exemplifies the DAISY Award.