Past Recipients

Past Recipients

  

2011 - Linda Brickwood

The 2011 recipient of the Martha Curgin Inspiration Award is Linda Brickwood.

Linda's nomination made it clear that she is an exceptional person and an inspiration to many. As the clinical leader of the IV team at University Hospital she was a pioneer, an advocate, a role model and a teacher in her field.

Linda was one of the driving forces behind the creation of the Home Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) Program. This patient-centred care program increases safety in the home-care regimen by teaching patients and the families of patients who are discharged home, while still fed through IV, how to maintain proper nutrition and line maintenance.

During her career, Linda engaged people easily, compassionately and respectfully, instilling confidence in patients and their families alike. She instilled the same confidence in the professionals she taught and worked with. Her skills and advice were constantly sought by others in the hospital regarding difficult IV challenges.

"By achieving her successes with the same spirit that Martha exhibited, Linda Brickwood is indeed a worthy recipient of this prestigious award," says LHSF Chair Kirk Baines.

2010 - Karen Unsworth

The 2010 recipient of the Martha Curgin Inspiration Award was Karen Unsworth, a Coordinator with the Cardiac Rehabilitation and Secondary Prevention Program at South Street Hospital.

Karen has inspired and encouraged excellence in others with her approach to leadership and teamwork. She leads by example, working alongside her colleagues as each person brings their expertise and skill to benefit patients.

As a lifelong learner, Karen takes a personal interest in keeping her team updated and informed about current concepts in disease management and clinical best practices. She encourages and enables others to pursue ongoing training and education while her innovative approaches to problem solving are highly valued by all.

Karen Unsworth clearly embodies the spirit Martha displayed every day at our Foundation. We extend our congratulations to her as the worthy recipient of this prestigious award.

2009 - Kim Gray

The 2009 recipient of the Martha Curgin Inspiration Award was Kim Gray, a Social Worker at the Women's Program. Kim Gray exemplifies the spirit of this Award. She continually rises to the challenge of helping others cope with unexpected hardships and emotional upheavals, giving unselfishly of her time to bring comfort to those in need. As she rises, she has also demonstrated the ability to draw others with her.

In 25 years, she has become a trusted confidant and aide to many patients and families, as well as a sounding board, touchstone and a knowledgeable resource for her fellow workers. Her ability to buoy spirits in clients and colleagues alike makes her a most worthy recipient of this recognition.

2008 - Danielle Scott

The inaugural recipient of the Martha Curgin Inspiration Award was Danielle Scott, a Radiation Therapist at London Regional Cancer Program (LRCP). Through her commitment to patient care, new treatment techniques, training and a multidisciplinary approach to health care, Danielle inspires colleagues and patients alike, earning the respect and trust of many at LRCP.

Efficient, effective, accommodating, committed, a considerate team member and team leader - Danielle Scott constantly goes above and beyond to ensure only the best for every life she touches. Like Martha, she is an inspiration to her colleagues and a most worthy recipient of this recognition.