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Nurse Christine Karia's relentless care gave a forgotten patient a second chance

As part of AJC’s Nurses 2025 celebration, we highlight charge nurse Christine Karia of WellStar Kennestone Hospital. With 16 years of nursing experience, Karia’s relentless compassion and daily care helped a nonverbal, immobile patient recover and find long-term placement. Her story exemplifies the powerful role nurses play in transforming lives and inspiring hope.

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AJC |May 5, 2025

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