I always park in the same spot. This is due to either my love for routine and ritual OR a deep pathology around control over chaos. I suppose it’s most likely a little of both. Nevertheless, I pull into my usual spot overlooking trees and construction, take a deep breath, gather my things and walk […]
WakeMed’s very own Jeremy Gilmore, director of Spiritual Care, is among this year’s 40 Under 40 Leadership Awards winners. The Triangle Business Journal (TBJ) received more than 200 nominations for the 2022 awards cycle. Successes in 2021 While many patients and families count their blessings as WakeMed physicians, nurses and staff ease their pain, welcome […]
The holidays are here again! This is the time of year to enjoy the most delectable desserts and connect with the people you love. While you are feasting on gingerbread cookies, red velvet cake and that famous favorite dessert (mine is Washington State apple cake) – this is the prime time to initiate crucial conversations […]
How do you know when you are feeling stressed? If you are unsure of the answer to this question, ask close family and friends – they can probably answer this question for you! Our reactions to stress can be physical, mental or emotional. It’s important to know what our stress indicators look like, so we […]
Grief, a deep sorrow or intense emotional suffering, is a reaction to a loss. It is a process that is never complete. Once you have experienced a loss, grief becomes a companion on your life’s journey. Its presence waxes and wanes over time. Sometimes, you know beyond a shadow of a doubt that grief is […]
In 1972, there was a deadly shooting at North Hills Mall where a sniper opened fire, killed three people, and wounded eight others. During this incident, it became apparent that although WakeMed had the skills to clinically treat patients, we did not have the resources to help families and their loved ones through crisis. In […]
Spiritual care helps people live and die in the hospital. This service is an important offering year round, but it can be especially so during the holidays. Read more about Lil Galphin and the entire spiritual care team’s impact on patients, visitors and staff in a recent Midtown Raleigh News Faith in Focus Feature.
Over the past week, several WakeMed specialties and providers have been praised for being the best. First and foremost, WakeMed was recognized for having a strong record of high performance by U.S. News & World Report for most conditions and procedures in nine different specialties. These specialties include gastroenterology, geriatrics, gynecology, heart & heart surgery, […]
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