Knowledge and Compassion Can Be a Phone Call Away

Leslie A. Pillar, B.S.N., RN, has been my care manager ever since I have been undergoing treatment for neuroendocrine tumors. She stays well informed about my condition and my overall health. Leslie is always available when I have questions about my treatment or medications, and she has been exceptional with communicating with my doctor and giving me helpful and precise information about any concerns I have with my condition. Leslie faithfully calls me a couple of days after my doctor’s appointments to see how I'm doing and if there's anything I need. She even calls me at times just to see how I'm doing, which helps me maintain a positive attitude about my condition. I couldn't ask for a better care manager, and I am thankful that Leslie was assigned to be a member of my cancer medical team.

Editor’s Note: This is an essay submitted by Fred Mieser for the 2021 Extraordinary Healer Award. Click here to read more about CURE®’s Extraordinary Healer® Award for Oncology Nursing event on April 30, 2021.

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