It is with great respect and admiration that we recognize this DAISY Lifetime Achievement Award recipient for a career defined by unwavering compassion, clinical excellence, and extraordinary service to patients, families, and colleagues.

Over decades of nursing practice, Theresa Johnson has consistently embodied the core values of the DAISY Award - demonstrating kindness in every interaction, advocating fiercely for our patients, and leading by example during moments that mattered most. Her influence extends far beyond individual patient encounters; it is reflected in the countless nurses mentored, teams strengthened, and standards of care elevated through her leadership. 

Theresa is widely known for her calm presence, sound clinical judgment, and ability to connect with patients and families with empathy and respect. Colleagues describe her as a trusted role model whose integrity, professionalism, and commitment to excellence have shaped the culture of care across Mass Eye and Ear. 

A DAISY Lifetime Achievement Award honors a career of sustained impact, and Theresa exemplifies what it means to dedicate one's life to nursing. Her legacy will continue to inspire current and future generations of nurses to lead with compassion, courage, and heart.