The UAB Medicine Office of Patient Experience and Engagement has awarded five Department of Orthopaedic Surgery faculty and staff 2022 Patient Experience Excellence Awards for their efforts in patient satisfaction.

The award recognizes UAB providers who received a 95% or higher in patient care, achieving top scores on the following metrics this past fiscal year:

• Listened carefully
• Demonstrated care and concern
• Provided clear explanations
• Included patient in healthcare decisions
• Overall care rating (0-10 scale)

Orthopaedic Surgery providers recognized include:

- Jessica S. Balik, CRNP
- Thomas B. Evely, DO, Assistant Professor
- Lisa Kafchinski, MD, Assistant Professor, Associate Program Director - Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program
- Karlee Hiu Lau, MD, Assistant Professor
- Erin Ransom, MD, Assistant Professor