Erie Shores HealthCare is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 Excellence in Service Awards, honouring outstanding staff and volunteers who have gone above and beyond in their dedication to patient care and service.

The awards were presented at a special ceremony during Hospital Staff Appreciation Week and Nurses Week, recognizing individuals who exemplify the hospital’s values of compassion, teamwork and excellence.

“This year’s recipients represent the very best of Erie Shores,” said Kristin Kennedy, President and CEO of Erie Shores HealthCare. “Their dedication to patients, their colleagues and the community reminds us why we do what we do. They inspire all of us to continue striving for excellence in everything we do.”

The 2025 award recipients are:

• Employee of the Year – Teresa Coppola, recognized for over 40 years of service and her deep commitment to supporting patients and colleagues alike.

• Physician of the Year – Dr. Christopher Anderson, praised for his approachable nature, clinical leadership and dedication to emergency care

• Nurse of the Year – Kristin Spicer, commended for her compassion, mentorship and leadership in developing the hospital’s Admission Discharge Unit (ADU).

• Leader of the Year – Patti Fields, celebrated for her unmatched multitasking, steady leadership and patient flow management across the hospital.

• Volunteer of the Year – Shelly Dobson, honoured for her kindness, generosity and tireless support of patients and hospital staff.

• Program of the Year – Diagnostic Imaging Booking Office, recognized for dramatically improving patient access by ensuring appointments are scheduled within eight days of receiving a requisition.

The annual awards are based on peer nominations and reviewed by a selection committee.

This year saw a record number of nominations submitted by staff across all departments.