Relatively new in her leadership role, Andi knows what it means to be a patient advocate as demonstrated by a recent experience. During a routine patient ultrasound, Andi recognized what appeared to be an abdominal aortic aneurysm. Following the visit, the patient’s physician called and advised an immediate trip to the emergency room where the patient underwent emergency surgery to have a stent placed and fix a massive 6.7 cm aneurysm. The patient recovered well, and both he and his family are grateful for the thorough work performed by Andi and the quick action by the team.
Andi’s dedication to her role, compassion towards the patient and family and quick response to provide life-saving care contribute to her designation as a Tenet Hero.