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Shelly McCall, RN
Where are you from?
Originally I’m from Indianapolis, IN. Currently live in Fishers, In
What do you like to do in your spare time?
In my spare time I like to go to movies, concerts, vacation in the Caribbean with our friends , watch my son Jake play Friday night varsity football games and assist my daughter in coaching cheer and games.
Why did you become a nurse?
I decided to become a nurse after majoring in Psychology after High school then did nothing with it. I traveled with my husband throughout many moves from Tennessee California and Texas then we decided to move back home. I went back to school to pursue another major and decided on nursing
What do you like most about being a nurse at Midwest Fertility?
What I like most about being a nurse at MFS is the patients. The job entails mostly one on one with our patients and I enjoy what we do. From Ultrasounds IUI injection teaching to just the daily routine. We are a very specialized field and that is what makes our job so enjoyable. back to top
 Cheryl Hendrix, RN
Where are you from?
I was born and raised in Columbus, Indiana. I have been a Hoosier all of my life except for five years spent in Cincinnati, Ohio.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
In my spare time, I like to read, watch movies, take long walks with our Golden Retriever pup, watch my two boys play soccer, listen to “good” country music, and spend time with family and friends.
Why did you become a nurse?
I decided to become a nurse later in life. My first career was in the corporate communications field. I also had the joy and privilege of being a stay-at-home mom for many years. I became a nurse because I wanted my working hours to have more meaning and impact on the lives of others. Being a nurse allows you to share in others’ joy and help people through difficult, trying times.
What do you like most about being a nurse at Midwest Fertility?
The thing I like most about being a nurse at Midwest Fertility Specialists is sharing in the joy and excitement when a couple learns they are expecting a long-awaited miracle. I find the field of Assisted Reproductive Technology to be fascinating, and it is personally very rewarding to play a role in helping couples on their journey to becoming parents. I also enjoy working with such a great group of caring, committed physicians.. back to top
Sherry Pappas, RN
Where are you from?
I am proud to say I have lived in Indianapolis my whole life!
What do you like to do in your spare time
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I love to play with my grand kids, garden, hang out at the lake and volunteer with the mentally disabled.
Why did you become a nurse?
My parents encouraged me to consider nursing as a career. In high school, I volunteered at a nursing home and loved working with the elderly. My parents recognized a compassion, patience and empathy in me that I did not see in myself. Thank goodness I listened to them for once!
What do you like most about being a nurse at Midwest Fertility?
I feel so blessed to work here at MFS. I appreciate the trust that our patients put in me at such a vulnerable, private and often frustrating time in their life. Their perseverance and dedication to become parents are so inspiring to me. I love the challenge of providing physical care as well as emotional support to our patients and I make every effort to go the extra mile to make their journey positive and hopeful. Our physicians, nurses, biologists, pt reps and administration motivate me daily with the way they truly care about each patient and their outcomes. back to top
Daniele Thomas, RN
Where are you from?
I am originally from the Castleton area of Indianapolis and attended Indiana University School of Nursing.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I like to read and spend time with my horses in my spare time.
Why did you become a nurse?
I decided to become a nurse because I have always had a strong interest in biology and medicine.
What do you like most about being a nurse at Midwest Fertility?
I like being a part of the staff at MFS because we are like family. The physicians and nurses genuinely care about their patients and coworkers in a way that I have not seen anywhere else. I also enjoy the relationships we are able to build with our patients that are not possible in other fields. There is no other place in nursing I would rather be. My hope is that we, as a group, help to make our patients difficult journey a comfortable one. back to top
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Ft. Wayne Nursing Staff: Brandi Branscome, Erin Mengerink
Brandi Branscome, RN
Where are you from?
I was born in New Castle, but raised mostly in Muncie...I am a Muncie Central grad!
What do you like to do in your spare time?
In my spare time I love to read and go shopping.
Why did you become a nurse?
I became a nurse because I like to help take care of people. I am the oldest of 4 children and it was always my responsibility to take care of my younger sisters and brother. I enjoyed helping my family and nursing seemed like a good way to help lots of families.
What do you like most about being a nurse at Midwest Fertility?
There are 2 things that I really enjoy about being a nurse at MFS. The first is being able to interact so closely with couples through teaching and support, so that they can achieve their ultimate dream. The second is being able to work with a wonderful group of coworkers who are like a second family! back to top
Erin Mengerink, RN
Where are you from?
I am from a small town called Van Wert, grew up there all my life, just across the Indiana/Ohio border.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I have three children whom I spend most of my time with, they are my world. Each have such differing personalities. And bring so much to our lives that I do all that I can for them. I am also getting married soon, so Nicholas also is my focus. But when I do get some down time I love to read romance novels and crime mysteries, watch movies and spend time with the family.
Why did you become a nurse?
I started in college pursuing a Medical Technology degree so that I could work in a lab. The chemistry wore me out, but loved biology. Soon I realized that I did not want to be in a lab with very little hands on patient care, so I stumbled into nursing. I will say that I wasn’t sure that I would love it, but found my niche quickly when I did my OB rotation. That kind of nursing I could do! So I jumped into OB nursing, loved it. I am a caretaker, that is my gift, so I just had to find my niche. I also realized how much teaching there is to do as a nurse and love it. Knowledge empowers the patient so they can better understand what is going on, with knowledge begins understanding of life changing events and then they are equipped to better understand the process.
What do you like most about being a nurse at Midwest Fertility?
I love that it challenges me every day, there is no time to be bored. I like that this is an evolving field but by understanding the basics it all makes sense (the changes). I also love the people I work with, they are my rock and my family. MFS really does care about their patients and their employees! back to top
Cheryl George, RN
Where are you from?
I was born in the Chicago area, but have grown up and lived most of my life on the north side of Indy.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
In my spare time I like to walk and go boating with my family..
Why did you become a nurse?
I made the choice to go into nursing because I wanted to serve others and make a difference in their lives. Each patient is unique and needs support in different ways – which I find challenging is a good way..
What do you like most about being a nurse at Midwest Fertility?
I love working at MFS mainly because the staff is very supportive and helping couples achieve a pregnancy is a joy they will have all their life. back to top
Adria Reed, RN
Where are you from?
I am from Indianapolis.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I like to spend time with my family, travel, and read a good book.
Why did you become a nurse?
I decided I wanted to go into the medical field around the age of 6. I used to tell everyone that I wanted to be a doctor. When I enrolled in Ball State I kind of just fell into the path of Nursing. I always wanted to specialize in women’s health though and that is where I have been since “92”
What do you like most about being a nurse at Midwest Fertility?
I like being in a position where I can help someone. I also like the fact that we as nurses can hopefully help make a difficult time a little easier for the patient and their families. My ultimate goal is to finish my masters degree in Women’s Health and work in a clinic where I can teach young women about their bodies and provide resources to them that will help them move forward in their lives. I also like working here because I enjoy working with my co-workers. I feel like we work in atmosphere where everyone is willing to pitch in where help is needed. back to top
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