Mary Rose Smith Scranton Heart Institute Practice Manager Residence: Waverly, PA Education: Community Medical Center School of Nursing, Nursing Degree, and Marywood University, Baccalaureate Degree Years of experience: 30 Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day operations of a busy cardiac practice. Best aspect of the job: I get to observe my husband (the cardiologist) extend peoples’ lives! Heath tip: The US News and World and Report annually lists the top health care Institutions, including several outstanding facilities in our region. Patients should research their treatment options and seek out the highest quality care. Often a trip to a highly rated hospital or healthcare provider will be worth their time and effort. Off the clock: I travel, read biographies, run half-
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marathons and train for a marathon. I also spend time with my family and visit my second home in Sarasota, Florida. Interesting fact: I had a modeling career while living in Philadelphia. Memorable experience: While at a fundraiser, my husband, who was on call, was summoned to the hospital to save a 35-year-old who was suffering a near fatal heart attack. While waiting with the family, my husband emerged from the cath lab with the best news: “He’s going to be fine.” I will never forget the father’s gratitude, embracing my husband and saying, “Thank you for saving my son’s life.” I will never forget that raw emotion. I know this is why we all go into healthcare. Favorite quote: “Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.”
Residence: West Scranton, PA Education: Marywood University, RN, BSN Years of experience: Three Responsibilities: Traveling to homes throughout Lackawanna, Luzerne and Wyoming Counties to teach patients and their families how to live independently. Best aspect of the job: Forming relationships with patients and their families. Health tip: Be proactive in your own care. Off the clock: I spend time with friends and family. I enjoy the outdoors, going for drives to the Poconos and attending festivals and shows. Family: Most of my family lives in New Jersey; however my sister lives with me and we’re great friends. Memorable experience: A patient with a progressive disease thanked me for helping her transition to in-home hospice. Favorite quote: “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” continued on page 92
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