Nurse Turns Patient Then Back to Care

Nurse Liza Smith, a dedicated ICU nurse, faced a life-altering diagnosis of a brain tumor and cyst that threatened her health and ability to care for her toddler. Just days after learning her fate on Valentine’s Day, she underwent emergency brain surgery — all while being cared for by her own colleagues, giving her a deeply personal view of the very care she provides. Now, three months post-op and back on the floor, Smith’s experience has transformed her compassion and advocacy, reminding her and others to heed their bodies’ signals and prioritize health — because sometimes, the most powerful healer is the one who’s been through the storm. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/414235f4e7e4d459