Madeleine Gomez, NICU Nurse
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital
Nominated by Perla Valadez

"The day my twins were born was one of the scariest and happiest day of my life. We were extremely lucky to have Maddie as one of my babys nurses. Maddie knew we were scared and had would have a million questions and was helpful in every way possible.

Soon after, she became Scarletts primary nurse and a part of our family. My baby had a 5-month stay, and Maddie was there for the majority of our big days. From the start to the very end.

Maddie did the best she could to be present not only for Scarlett but for me and the rest of my family too. Not only were we lucky to get Maddie, we got 5 of her NICU friends too. On the worst days of Scarletts stay they organized so Scarlett would always have one of her “besties” caring for her.

I firmly believe Scarlett would have better days when Maddie would care for her. Maddie advocated for my baby and took care of her as if Scarlett was her own. Thank you for everything Madeleine we love you!”