Doctor praised by mom for going above her call of duty
Dr Julia Kirby’s photograph is doing the rounds after a mom praised her for taking care of her twins during a tough stay in hospital.
Listen as Suz-Lee Nogaga shares her experience with Jane in the podcast, then read below:
In celebration of her twin daughters turning eight months old, Suz-Lee Nogaga took to Facebook to praise the doctor who went out of her way to support her family after the twins were born and one of them had to stay in the hospital.
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Suz-Lee wanted others to recognise the hard work of the selfless Dr Julia Kirby.
Suz-Lee had to return home to look after the other baby but on a daily basis, Dr Julia Kirby sent her updates and images of her second baby, even going on to hold the baby while her mother was not present.
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After eight months, the amazing doctor still checks up on the twins.
I love this story, not only for the fact that this mom searched to find this doctor and took the time to love and praise her, but also because this doctor went out of her way to start with.
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Isn't it just the best feeling when people go above and beyond, and not for any other reason than for them looking after you, or your loved ones?!
Yay for kindness and the connection of two complete strangers!
The doctor was praised on Facebook, with many people stating that all doctors should learn from her.