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Congratulations Barb!

by Kate Kahn - 31 March 2008

Barb won't do it so I'll boast about her a little.  You should know that Barb was recently chosen as the Nurse Practitioner of Distinction for California for 2007-2008.  There are 140-thousand nurse practitioners in the U.S. with 14-thousand of them in California alone.  So, as you can see, it's a big honor.  She's modest, and so when I asked her how she felt about the award Barb simply said she's "humbled by the recognition."  Her determination to serve her patients in a way that works for them, to recognize that everyone's situation is different, and importantly, to listen, are just some of the facets that make Barb such a terrific nurse. 

Her goal is to empower women with information whether it's feeding issues, pumping, speciality formulas, sleep deprivation or other child issues.  To that end, take advantage of her knowledge.  Check out the "Ask the RN" button on this website and if you have a question, feel free to ask it.  Barb will respond.

Again, congratulations on your award Barb.   It's well-deserved!

 

Comments

Carol Weiss

22:14 01/04/2008
I have to agree with the last posting about Barb\'s approach to really listening to people.In her caring way, without being judgmental, she present all the alternatives and let\'s woman choose what is right for them. She hears the our struggles and brings a sense of calm to the stress we face. I\'ve gone through two pregnancies and two infants with very different needs. Barb was always there to help me find my way with the choices that were right for me, my daughters and my family life. I feel so blessed to have Barb be part of the most important events in my life!

Stacey Kannenberg

5:59 02/04/2008
Barb is indeed amazing and I am honored to call her my friend. The world is a better place because of Barb. Her true passion is helping people and she loves bringing medical information to us in a way in which we can understand. She is who I call whenever I need more information and she has helped so many people. She truly deserved to be named Nurse Practitioner of Distinction for California. She is a moderate day Florence Nightingale who thrives on compassion and taking the nursing and medical message to the National spotlight to educate us all.

Dana Hilmer

12:24 02/04/2008
Barb is truly deserving of the Nurse Practicioner of Distinction for California honor. She personifies what medical practice should be: she is knowledgable, truly compassionate, and approachable. She has one foot in the practice of being a nurse practitioner and the other in the role of being a national educator and inspiration. Cudos to you Barb!

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