Congratulations to Dr. Sharon Wesley, 2023 Physician Recognition award recipient
Sharon Wesley, MD, a Community Hospital family medicine doctor, was honored with the 2023 Physician Recognition award by her medical staff peers in recognition of her lifetime achievement in outstanding clinical care and service to the hospital, medical staff, and community. Wesley has compassionately cared for Community Hospital patients for 21 years and is well-known and respected for practicing excellence in everything she does.
Wesley has demonstrated admirable leadership throughout her career at Community Hospital, having served on and chaired a multitude of committees and departments focused on improving patient care including Montage Health’s Board of Trustees, Patient Safety and Quality committee, Professional Quality committee, and DEI council where she was an inaugural member.
Wesley graduated from medical school in 1980 from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, completed an internship at Baylor College of Medicine in Texas, and did residency at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. In addition to helping her patients reach optimal health, Wesley enjoys volunteering, serving on the board of directors for Meals on Wheels of the Monterey Peninsula and Monterey Jazz Festival, being a dog mom to her three pups Winston, Liam, and Hamish, and spending time with her 101-year-old father.
Doctors honored for their incredible contributions
Excellence and Innovation in Medicine
Jill Tiongco, MD for her exceptional contributions to medicine at Community Hospital
“Dr. Tiongco has worked tirelessly to improve doctors’ everyday interaction with technology.” — From Dr. Tiongco’s nomination
Community Service
Michael Stuntz, MD for his unwavering commitment to community service and outreach
“Every month, Dr. Stuntz goes to El Estero and distributes clothing and supplies to the homeless community, often purchased with private funds.”
— From Dr. Stuntz’s nomination
Rookie of the Year
Nicholas Stienstra, MD for outstanding performance as a new Community Hospital doctor
“Dr. Stienstra’s work and dedication speak volumes.” — From Dr. Stienstra’s nomination
Rookie of the Year
Matthew Susko, MD for outstanding performance as a new Community Hospital doctor
“Dr. Susko is thorough with attention to detail and each patient’s individual needs.” — From Dr. Susko’s nomination
Golden Stethoscope
Mikko Helenius, MD for exemplifying outstanding clinical care and service
“Dr. Helenius is the epitome of community-minded, never shows judgement, and treats all patients and staff with respect.” — From Dr. Helenius’ nomination
