Trevor Flanagan wins inaugural PHIL Award at UHS

The PHIL (The Pulmonary Health and Illness of the Lungs) Award, is a nationally recognized program dedicated to honoring outstanding respiratory therapists who provide exemplary care and treatment for patients with respiratory illnesses. The PHIL Award is The FACES Foundation's® signature program and is the only nationally recognized hospital-based recognition program dedicated to honoring outstanding respiratory therapists. It was created in 2006 in honor of Philip C. Lamka, who passed away from Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) and is given out just once a year, during National Respiratory Care Week.

This program to recognize the unsung heroes in the respiratory profession who understand that each breath matters, has begun at UHS with Trevor Flanagan, being named the inaugural winner! Trevor was recognized and presented with the PHIL Award for the achievement and enjoyed a cake with his fellow nominees and UHS Senior leaders as a celebration.

Trevor has served UHS Wilson Medical Center patients since July 2012. He is a trained adult and neonatal critical care specialist serving our most complex patient populations. Trevor has received the highest accolades from both his peers and their families; with 9 years of dedicated service he embodies excellence in patient care.

Some other fantastic UHS Respiratory Therapist who were nominated include Dennis Maid, Becky Yacano, Kelly Rosyn and Kate DiPietro.

Nominations were submitted by using a form found on NYUHS.org. On this form, anyone - patients, family members, nurses, physicians, other clinicians and staff - anyone who experiences or observes extraordinary care being provided by a respiratory therapist explains why they nominated the therapist and ranks their professional work. Nominees had to demonstrate the following:

• Embodiment of professional excellence in the care of pulmonary illnesses that leads to improved healthcare outcomes
• Delivery of clinical services with safety and integrity abiding by ethical work practices
• Personal responsibility to meet the needs of patients, families and colleagues with compassion and respect
• A commitment to build trust and promote well-being with all they encounter in their work

To nominate a respiratory therapist for the 2022 PHIL Award, click here.