National Doctors’ Day

On March 30, hospitals across the country will recognize National Doctors’ Day, a time to celebrate the compassionate care our doctors give to patients. This year, the Upstate Foundation’s Grateful Patient and Family program will celebrate its 14th National Doctors’ Day. A letter was sent to patients informing them of National Doctors’ Day and offering them an opportunity to honor their health care provider with a note of thanks. The tributes are delivered to each doctor, nurse and other health care professionals along with a certificate of appreciation.

Eileen Pezzi, vice president for development at the Upstate Medical University noted, “This day is a special opportunity to thank the dedicated physicians who serve our community, and go above and beyond to make our health and wellness their top priority. We are grateful for the patients and their families who choose to acknowledge their doctor for the exceptional care they received in the past year.”

“I’m grateful!” tributes

This is an opportunity to say “I’m grateful” by sending a note of appreciation to any Upstate University Hospital health care provider who went above and beyond to make your experience the best it could possibly be. 

Click here for online tribute form

  • Email: FDN@upstate.edu
  • Mail: Upstate Foundation, 750 E. Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13421

A few of tributes received

A tribute for Dr. Stephen Blakely: “Dr. Blakely is a kind and gentle spirit who cares about my well-being. When I see or speak to him I feel reassured that everything is ok and I have confidence that he will find answers to anything that might be unusual. Thanks Dr. Blakely. You are a great doctor.”

A tribute for Dr. Monica Morgan: “I am thankful for all the time you spent reviewing my long medical history and patiently explaining the HBO treatment recommended for me. Your kindness and clear explanations were done in such a way that my brother and I were able to easily understand the process. We took up a good deal of your time with my medical history review and questions but we left with a clear understanding of the treatment process and appreciation for your caring attitude towards me.”

 

A tribute for many practitioners and departments: “I was in a hit & run accident and life flighted to Upstate. The care I received from the minute I got there was absolutely amazing. They helped me when I needed it most and did it with kindness and compassion. The ER was so overfilled and I am sure it is a hard job for them. But they made me feel like I mattered and that they were there to help me and that says a lot for a crowded ER. There was not one bad experience that I had while I was there. I was transferred to Amb. Surg and the staff there was just as amazing. 7th and 5th floor took care of me just as if I was their family. Thank you it means a lot to me."