Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital - WI

Our physical therapy teams help people get back to the moments that matter most, whether that's chasing grandkids, returning to work, getting back on the field or simply moving with less pain.

During National Physical Therapy Month, we're celebrating the physical therapists and physical therapist assistants across Aspirus Health who make those moments possible every day.

Please join us in congratulating Kourtney Bessette, RN, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital on being honored with a DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses.

Kourtney was nominated by a patient's family member who recognized her compassion, kindness, and unwavering support during a difficult time. They shared how her positive attitude and genuine concern helped provide comfort and reassurance while ensuring their loved one received exceptional care.

"Kourtney's positive attitude and genuine concern helped comfort our family during an unfamiliar and heartbreaking time," the nominator shared.

The family expressed deep gratitude for Kourtney's dedication and steadfast presence, noting the meaningful impact she made through her care and support.

Thank you, Kourtney, for the extraordinary care you provide every day and for making a lasting difference in the lives of your patients and their families.

Please join us in congratulating Audrey Evans, RN, Emergency Department nurse at Aspirus Merrill Hospital, on being honored with a DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses.

Audrey was nominated by a patient's family, who shared how her compassion, clinical excellence, and dedication helped support them during a challenging experience. They praised her ability to provide exceptional care while helping their family feel informed, supported, and at ease.

"Audrey handled every intervention with calmness, skill, and grace. She didn't just care for our daughter clinically, she cared for us as a family," the nominator shared.

The family expressed deep gratitude for Audrey's kindness, advocacy, and professionalism, noting that the impact of her care remains unforgettable more than a year later.

Thank you, Audrey, for the extraordinary care you provide every day and for making a lasting difference in the lives of your patients and their families.

Congratulations to Lori Goff, RN, Emergency Department, at Aspirus Howard Young Medical Center, for being honored with a DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses.

Lori was nominated by a patient's family member who shared how her compassion, support, and dedication made a lasting difference during an incredibly difficult time. They praised Lori for the comfort and guidance she provided, as well as her willingness to go above and beyond to ensure they had the support and resources they needed.

As a registered nurse herself, the nominator expressed deep appreciation for Lori's professionalism, advocacy, and exceptional care, sharing that she will never forget the kindness Lori showed her family.

The DAISY Award recognizes nurses who go above and beyond for patients and families through compassion, clinical excellence, and extraordinary care.

Our Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital has achieved Level IV Trauma Facility classification from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, recognizing its ability to provide rapid assessment, stabilization and coordinated trauma care for injured patients.

This achievement reflects the dedication of our physicians, nurses and support staff who continually train and prepare to provide high-quality care for patients across the Keweenaw Peninsula.

Congratulations to the entire Aspirus Keweenaw team on this important milestone.

National Advanced Practice Clinician Week is here, and we're excited to celebrate the APCs caring for patients across every Aspirus clinic and hospital.

Through their expertise, compassion, and commitment to excellence, our APCs help patients and families navigate some of life's most important moments. They build meaningful relationships, foster trust, strengthen our care teams, and help support healthy, thriving communities across the regions we serve.

Thank you for the care you provide, the connections you create, and the lasting impact you make every day. We're proud to celebrate you this week and every week.