The annual BizTimes Media Health Care Heroes Awards recognize the heroes among us – people and organizations making an impact on the health and wellness of southeastern Wisconsin in the health care sector. In this special section, we honor their achievements and tell their stories.
The heroes
Advancements in Health Care:
Dr. Katja Kovacic, gastroenterologist, Children’s Wisconsin
Behavioral Health:
Dr. Terri deRoon-Cassini, associate professor, Medical College of Wisconsin
Dr. Adel Korkor, founder, AB Korkor Foundation for Mental Health
Community Service:
Monica Hebl, dentist/owner, Burleigh Dental
Joshua Knox, physician assistant/clinical associate professor, Marquette University
Executive Leadership:
First Responder:
Ladonna Davis, licensed practical nurse, Community Care
Health Care Staff:
Fabiola De Chico, community health coordinator, Ascension St. Francis Hospital
Nurse:
Barb Burmeister, registered nurse, Froedtert Hospital
Jeffrey Couillard, registered nurse, Advanced Pain Management
Physician:
Dr. Madelaine Tully, family practice physician, Progressive Community Health Centers
Volunteer:
Dr. Peter Geiss, medical director, Lake Area Free Clinic
Lifetime Achievement:
Special Impact Award:
Children’s Wisconsin, created national awareness of harmful impact of vaping on teens.
Profiles by Lauren Anderson and Andrew Weiland