Please help me congratulation Kyle Funderburke on being our 3^rd Qtr Daisy Award Winner!

Please take a moment to read the below write up a family member wrote about Kyle after he cared for their loved one that passed away. Some minor edits have been made for HIPPA compliance.

What Kyle Funderburke did for our family was nothing short of extraordinary.

Kyle exemplified the pinnacle of empathy, professionalism, and clinical excellence. He didn’t just care for my wife—he cared for all of us. I first noticed him quietly entering her room, adjusting medications to keep her comfortable and pain-free. He was unobtrusive, yet always present. He checked on her with gentle precision, and checked on me with genuine concern.

One moment I’ll never forget: I looked up and saw Kyle using Q-tips to gently moisten her lips with cool water. Later, I asked him in the hallway about some of her movements. He explained them with clarity and compassion, helping me feel less afraid and more included in her care.

Kyle also shared something that changed everything. He told me that, in his experience, my wife seemed to be holding on for someone or something. He suggested I tell her I would be okay—that she could relax. When I did, something almost magical happened. She settled. Her breathing softened. I held her hand and read messages from her siblings and children. As I was reading, two nurses came in to check on her. About a minute later, from the foot of the bed, Kyle gently said, “She’s gone.”

After everything was done, I was waiting for a ride home that hadn’t yet arrived. Without hesitation, Kyle booked an Uber for me—and paid for it out of his own pocket.

Kyle’s understanding of the dying process—for both patient and family—was profound. His clinical skill ensured my wife’s comfort. His emotional intelligence helped me navigate the hardest day of my life. His generosity extended beyond duty, beyond expectation.

Kyle is a role model for what nursing can be. He elevated the standard of care not just through what he did, but how he did it—with grace, humility, and heart. I firmly believe that once you read about the incredible impact he had on our family, you’ll not only bestow this honor upon him, but recognize the kind of nurse who transforms lives.

Thank you, Kyle, for this amazing example of why we are all here and working in healthcare! Not just for the patients, but the families and friends that love them as well!

Please help me congratulate Barbara Grimsley for winning the 3^rd Qtr Sunshine Award!

Below is what a team member had to say about Barbara and her dedication to the Med/Surg Team!

Barbara is a great CNA who comes to work with a smile on her face ready to give all she has to her patients. She is so gentle and nice to her patients. When she leaves the hospital she still has the big smile. THANK you Barbara for all your hard work and I really want you to know how much we appreciate your hard work and dedication to Memorial Hospital and Manor.

Thank you, Barbara, for the extra mile you go to serve our patients and your team members!!

Please help me Congratulate Steve Hyde for winning the 3^rd Qtr BEE Award!!

This is what a co-worker had to say about Steve!

Thank you Steve for being a wonderful example and team member!

Memorial Hospital and Manor is pleased to announce the launch of a new Pelvic Floor Therapy program at Memorial Outpatient Rehabilitation, expanding the hospital’s rehabilitative care services to better serve the women and men of Bainbridge and surrounding communities.

Leading this specialized service is Emilee Miller, PT, DPT, a licensed physical therapist with advanced training in pelvic floor rehabilitation. A Bainbridge native, Emilee is thrilled to return home and provide high-quality, compassionate care to the community she knows and loves.

“It’s an honor to come back to my hometown and offer a service that is so often needed but not always talked about,” said Miller. “Pelvic floor therapy can make a real difference in people’s quality of life, and I’m excited to bring this resource to our community.”

What is Pelvic Floor Therapy?

Pelvic floor therapy is a type of physical therapy that focuses on the muscles, ligaments, and connective tissues in the pelvic area. These muscles play a critical role in bladder and bowel control, sexual function, and core stability. When they are weakened or not functioning properly, individuals may experience symptoms such as:

• Urinary or fecal incontinence
• Pelvic pain or pressure
• Pain during or after pregnancy
• Painful intercourse
• Constipation
• Post-surgical recovery issues (e.g. after prostatectomy or hysterectomy)

Pelvic floor therapy can help restore strength, coordination, and function through a combination of manual therapy, guided exercises, education, and behavioral strategies—all tailored to each patient’s individual needs.

A Needed Resource for the Region

“We are incredibly excited to welcome Emilee Miller to the Memorial team and to offer pelvic floor therapy services right here in Bainbridge,” said Paula Adams, Director of Rehabilitation Services. “This is a highly specialized area of care that many people suffer from in silence. By providing expert therapy close to home, we hope to improve access, comfort, and outcomes for our patients throughout southwest Georgia.”

Pelvic floor therapy is available by referral through a physician or OB/GYN, and consultations are now being scheduled at Memorial Outpatient Rehabilitation. For more information or to make a referral, please call Memorial Outpatient Rehabilitation at: 229-243-8124.