A Call For Leaders- BWH Bulletin - For and about the People of Brigham and Women's Hospital
A Call For Leaders- BWH Bulletin - For and about the People of Brigham and Women's Hospital
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September 22, 2000
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A Lifetime of Women’s Health
This month’s Service Hero
A Call For Leaders
Everyone Screams for Top 10 Ice Cream!
Nominate a leader
Blood Donation Challenge Results: BWH–306;MGH–449
More Success for Team Brigham
New Nursing Appointment
Hispanic Heritage Event at SJPHC
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Nomination Form inside this issue of Bulletin Maria Damiano is a true example of a leader. In January, Damiano, administrator of the CDIC, was presented with the first Dennis J. Thomson Leadership Award. (Nominations are currently being accepted for the second annual Award to be presented in January 2001.) In addition to a plaque in recognition of her award, Damiano was given a $1,000 scholarship to be used toward a leadership-skills building course of her choice. She chose to attend a Strategy and Leadership course toward her master's degree at Simmons College. “In the hectic environment of health care, we often don't have time to reflect on the obligation we have as leaders," said Damiano (pictured below). "In addition to designating time to analyze my leadership ability, the course provided me with more refined skills to lead those I work with in a more effective manner." BWH also donated $1,000 in Damiano's name to the Dennis J. Thomson Fund to support compassionate care at BWH. The Dennis J. Thomson Leadership Award was created in memory of the late vice president of Public Affairs who passed away in November 1998 after a battle with cancer. The award recognizes a member of the BWH community who demonstrates key qualities of leadership, such as character, competency, composure, commitment, courage and care for people. To nominate an employee who fits this profile, take a moment to fill out the enclosed form. In addition to exemplifying outstanding leadership qualities, the nominee must maintain an active BWH role and be in good standing at the hospital. Nominations are due on or before November 17, 2000.