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Jan Rasnake, FNP
Smyth County Free Clinic

When Jan became the free clinic’s nurse practitioner in 2003, she not only increased the number of patients that could be seen, she also made a huge difference in their health. She was determined from the start to give each patient her utmost care and attention, making everyone feel special.

Jan’s success with diabetic patients has been a real stand out. By working one on one with them, nearly 90% reduced their blood sugar levels and half achieved the goal of a “healthy” rating.

Jan’s compassion and caring spirit have endeared her to the staff and patients alike. Earning her patients’ confidence and trust, she has been able to coax out information about their health that some had never told anyone before. Jan treats the whole person – from head to toe – coming up with a plan that makes sense for each.

Jan worked right up to the day she delivered her second child, and she hasn’t slowed since, treating and tracking nearly one thousand people last year alone.

2007 Unsung Hero Award Winners

	Volunteer William J. Viglione, DDS Charlottesville Area Dental Access		Employee Pamela Moore-Barr Richmond Area High Blood Pressure Center

	Physician Rhonda B. Algeier, MD Central Virginia Health Services - Charlotte Primary Care		Teamwork Laura B. Huges, Angela D. Rich, Michelle H. Richardson, Kathy M. Wachter and John C. Wilson Northern Neck Free Health Clinic

	Donor Vito J. and Kristi L. Germinario Alexandria Neighborhood Health Services, Inc.		Child Health Champion Shelby T. Gonzales Inova Partnership for Healthier Kids

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