Catherine Thomas, ambulatory care supervisor in the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health, was named Employee of the Month for January. She is currently acting as interim office manager for Family Medicine at Monument Square.
A 20-year employee of the medical school -- 15 of which were with Family Medicine at Monument Square -- Catherine received more than a dozen enthusiastic nominations that praised her dedication, professionalism, positivity and ability to handle and diffuse difficult situations, as well as lauding her as a role model for others.
"She walks the walk and demonstrates unfailing support of the staff and the physicians, always looking to see how she can be helpful and solve problems. She is wonderful with our patients, seeking solutions to help everyone she encounters. She is not only a team player -- she is the creator of the team, the coach, and the cheerleader," said Barbara Jo McGarry, MD, associate professor of family medicine and community health, in her nomination.
"She has been a leader: she ensures that patient care is the priority, keeps the practice flowing in a very stressful environment, demonstrates professionalism in challenges," noted Karen W. Lin, MD, professor of family medicine and community health and assistant dean for global health. "She is the creative soul of the practice, bringing spirit and warmth from the bottom of the heart.... She cares about patients, cares about families, cares about human beings. This is the dream employee for every practice!"
Congratulations, Catherine, on this well-deserved honor!
