Virginia Witkin, RNBreast Health Program Coordinator 29 years at LRGHealthcare
“The most rewarding part of my job is when I see people I helped through the evolution of a breast cancer diagnosis back out in the community. I see their strength, and I see how far they’ve come as survivors, and it gives me a great feeling to know that I might have, in some small way, contributed to that.”
Michelle Hanright, RNRegistered Nurse, FRH 6 years at LRGHealthcare
“Nursing is such an exciting career because it’s always challenging and changing. There are always new procedures, new medications, and new technology, and I love that I’m always learning. I really enjoy working in the ER, because every day is different, and you never know what’s going to come through the door. I also like working in my home community—I’ve lived in the area since I was 12, so I know a lot of people. I think it’s comforting to patients to come in and see a familiar face.”
Dr. Carolyn CrosbyPrimary Care Provider, Belknap Family Health, Meredith 10 years at LRGHealthcare
“I love family medicine because of the longitudinal relationships I get to form with patients. Many of the patients I see now have known me since I was a kid growing up here, and many were patients of my Dad before me. I am honored to be in such a trusted position, knowing that people turn to me in both good and bad times—it is tremendously rewarding. Now, I’m excited to be involved in the new palliative care program at LRGH as part of the consultative team working together to assist staff and physicians providing symptom relief and end-of-life care. So often in our society, we provide treatment because it is available. At some point, quality of life may become more important than quantity of life—but for physicians, staff, and families, it can be difficult to step back and make that change in treatment. I’m looking forward to being part of the team that will enhance the care we provide to patients and families facing end-of-life issues.”
