Spirit of Caring

It's about creating culture change and delivering health care that is putting patients first.

The Spirit of Planetree Award honors individuals who are recognized for their personal commitment to providing patient-centered care. 

Although the phrase "patient-centered care" is defined and used in a variety of ways, the essential theme is the importance of delivering healthcare in a manner that works best for patients. In a patient-centered approach to healthcare, providers partner with patients and their family members to identify and satisfy the full range of patient needs and preferences.

Caregiver Award

2011 - Yolanda Maynes

2010 - David Michelback

2009 - Diane Silva

2008 - Jessica L. Knight
 

2007 - Brian Cunningham

2006 - Mike Torres

2005 - Donna Bornmann

Physician Champion Award

2011 - Dr. John Stanley


2010 - Dr. Gilbert Arizaga

2009 - Dr. Michael Sergeant

2008 - Dr. Twana Sparks

Pet Therapy Animal Award

2010 - Panda

2009 - Tiki

2007 - Elke

2006 - Ace