Dana-Farber Nurses Honored by Boston Globe Media’s Salute to Nurses

Boston Globe Media has recognized 10 nurses from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in “Salute to Nurses,” its annual feature honoring the extraordinary impact of these clinicians in the local community.

Nominations are submitted by patients, their families and colleagues who are invited to recognize a caregiver who made a lasting impression over the past year. The full list is available at https://sponsored.bostonglobe.com/studiob/2026-salute-to-nurses-letters-c-d/.

“Boston Globe Media’s recognition of our Dana-Farber nursing team in its ‘Salute to Nurses’ reflects the exceptional commitment of these expert clinicians to providing cutting-edge, compassionate, patient-centered care,” said Anne Gross, PhD, RN, FANN, senior vice president of patient care services and chief nursing officer and the Ning Zhao Chair of Nursing at Dana-Farber. “We proudly celebrate those honored while recognizing the dedication of our entire nursing team whose high standards drive innovation, build trust and ensure every patient and family feels supported throughout the trajectory of their cancer care.”

A feature article highlighted staff nurse Brianna O’Brien and the importance of human connection in the age of AI. Reprinted excerpts of patient letters in the May 10, 2026, issue of The Boston Globe additionally recognized:

Kara Burke
Alexa Clark
Sandra Cohen
Lisa Doherty
Carolyn Goldhammer
Maura Pevear
Lindsay Shaw
Myra Tamba
Stacy Walker