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My Rare Cancer Gave Me Permission to Live

May 13th 2025

By Linda Windham

After walking alone in Chicago’s Cancer Survivor’s Walk, I found strength, healing and a renewed commitment to live fully and authentically — starting now.

A Lifelong Advocate and Innovator

May 11th 2025

By Kristen Detweiler Short, FNP-BC

Mary Anderson, B.S.N., RN, OCN, embodies the spirit of an Extraordinary Healer.

A Nurse Who Became Family After a Cancer Diagnosis

May 7th 2025

By Kim Johnson

Eric Z. cared for my sister and mentored me with compassion, wisdom and unwavering presence — shaping my path in nursing and life.

A Staunch Advocate For Radiation Oncology Nursing and Compassionate Care

May 5th 2025

By ALLISON OCHOCKI, B.S.N., RN

Everyone knows someone who has been affected by cancer.

Celebrating an Expert at Emotional Support

May 4th 2025

By ELIZABETH ASHWORTH B.S.N., RN, OCN

It is with great pride and admiration that I nominate Diane Hudson, RN, OCN, for the Extraordinary Healer Award for Oncology Nursing.

A Healer’s Touch During My Experience With Cancer Care

May 3rd 2025

By Jeff Gaard

The Calm of Unbroken Kindness

May 2nd 2025

By Julie Smith, MBA/MHSM, B.S.N., RN, OCN

The nursing profession is home to countless extraordinary.

Healer, Mentor and Leader

April 27th 2025

By Susie Maloney, M.S., APRN, AOCN, AOCNS

Reflecting upon my relationship with Jill over the past 25 years, I am in awe of all she has accomplished.

Commitment to Patients Is Driven by a Lasting Promise

April 25th 2025

By Christie Griffin-Jones, MBA-HCM, B.S.N., RN, CPHQ, CRRN

Mikela Pettigrew, B.S.N., RN, OCN,, exemplifies extraordinary compassion and dedication. Every day, she fulfills a promise she made as a young caregiver.

The Fearless Patient Advocate

April 24th 2025

By Antonia Maloney, BSN, RN, OSN

Kathleen Coughlin, although small in stature, is often referred to as the “Bulldozer.”