Infinite Advocate Honorees

"Knowing I’ve made a lasting impact on a patient is what motivates me every day. It’s what keeps us going, tirelessly, day after day. When I learned that a patient saw that impact as not just life-changing, but lifesaving and that they honored me with a donation to establish the very first Infinite Advocate program I was deeply moved. I felt immense gratitude to have played a meaningful role in her journey. This is one of the most meaningful recognitions I’ve ever received. As someone who isn’t a parent myself, I often tell families that I love and care for my patients as if they were my own children. To know that I was able to make a child feel safe, loved, and ultimately healed reminds me that every sacrifice along this long professional journey has been worth it. Moments like this lighten the weight of the path we walk in medicine. "

"I was deeply honored to be recognized as an Infinite Advocate. Working with children who have Type 1 Diabetes is personal to me, and this recognition reflects the trust families place in our relationship. Every day, I’m inspired by their resilience; kids facing a relentless condition with courage and parents mastering complex care while staying loving and present. I strive to meet families where they are, listen without judgment, and celebrate every win, big or small. Above all, I want them to feel safe, supported, and hopeful, knowing Nemours will walk beside them every step of the way."

"When I found out I was being recognized as an Infinite Advocate, I was honestly overwhelmed, in the best way.  It means so much to know that the work I do makes an impact. To feel seen and valued in this way is incredibly humbling, and it fills me with gratitude and motivation to keep showing up and giving my all. Personally, this recognition means the world to me. It’s a reminder that staying true to my values and showing up with heart can create real impact. That the passion I have for my job and my patients shines through for others to see. "

“It is an honor to be recognized as an Infinite Advocate, but the true recognition belongs to the families who make these gifts possible. Personally, this highlights the importance of what I do; professionally, it shows that families value the care they receive and enable us to do what we do best—take care of children. I’m inspired by the relationships built not only between patients and families and myself, but also with our entire team. Families understand it’s a team effort to improve their child’s health and provide the best evidence-based care possible.”