Heidi is an exceptional nurse. Not only was she knowledgeable about my transplant care, but she was also extremely compassionate, as well as kind and gentle. Whenever I needed her, she was there by my side, offering me encouragement. There were many times she would stand by my bedside just listening and holding my hand when I needed someone to talk to and cry with. During an especially difficult day, I noticed a special pin on her lanyard that said “Henry Ford Transplant Team” on it. I mentioned how much I liked the pin and said that I wished I had a pin like that. She gave me her two pins out of the kindness of her heart so that I could have a memento of my time here and my life-saving surgery! I was so touched that I cried. I was in the hospital on the third floor for over a month. I’ve had many nurses in that time, but Heidi was very special to me. My dad passed away while I was in the hospital, and she was a huge part in helping me get through a really difficult hospitalization. God blessed me with a new liver, a wonderful nurse, and a great care team. I am deeply grateful for the wonderful care I’ve received here and the relationships I’ve formed along the way.