Stories

After years of heavy construction work and waterskiing, Scott's right shoulder arthritis became unbearable, especially at night. With guidance from Western Orthopaedics, Dr. Benjamin Sears and pyrocarbon pioneer Dr. Armodios Hatzidakis, Scott chose a next-generation shoulder replacement designed for active patients. Today, he has regained impressive range of motion and is back to work and daily life without planning everything around pain.

After being resuscitated and intubated, a frightened patient struggled to communicate until Corbin Chavez recognized their attempts and provided a way for them to write questions and concerns.

After years of uncontrolled hypertension, an 83-year-old patient finds relief through renal ablation, a minimally invasive, FDA-approved treatment now offered at HCA HealthONE Mountain Ridge.

Diagnosed with a rare heart block at 41, athlete and educator Sandra Kelly spent two decades thriving with a pacemaker—until open-heart surgery gave her a new chance to move forward stronger than ever.

Craig Morroni's life was saved because two strangers took immediate action, beginning CPR on a trail and setting in motion a seamless Chain of Survival that continued through first responders and the care teams at HCA HealthONE Swedish. His story is a powerful reminder that training, teamwork, and the willingness to act in an unexpected moment can give an entire medical team — and a family — the chance to bring someone home.

Facing a critical staffing shortage on a sunday, Emergency Department Manager Shanaya answered the call for help by personally covering a shift so her team could assist another unit. Her willingness to sacrifice her time to ensure patient care is a shining example of how our leaders at HCA HealthONE Swedish lead with heart.

Jennifer Holloway is celebrated for her 24-year legacy at HCA HealthONE Swedish, where she serves as a compassionate leader in Labor and Delivery and a vital mentor to the Women's and Children's team. As a DAISY Nurse Leader Award winner and co-chair of the CNC Council, she is recognized for her clinical excellence, her advocacy for nursing workplace improvements, and her unwavering dedication to treating every patient with dignity.

Haley Roberts is recognized for her unwavering dedication and positive impact as a nurse at HCA HealthONE Swedish. Known for her proactive nature and exceptional patient care, she consistently goes above and beyond to support both her colleagues and those in her care.

Travis Edwards, a clinician in Nuclear Medicine at HCA HealthONE Swedish, was nominated for The TULIP Award for providing kind, friendly, and knowledgeable care.

Nurse Jesse Ellis, RN, at HCA HealthONE Swedish, was honored with The DAISY Award for his extraordinary compassion, which included not only expertly managing a patient's severe nerve pain but also patiently teaching the 82-year-old how to forward text messages. Patient Geri M. nominated him, affirming that Jesse's dedication, wisdom, and patience make him an exceptional caregiver the world needs more of.