Nyema Hewlett and Chanese Matthews earned the August 2025 Temple Faculty Physicians C.A.R.E.S. (Category Exemplified in Action: Compassion, Advocacy, Respect, Excellence, and Service) Award, which honors the outstanding contributions of our clinical and administrative staff.
Chanese is an Administrative Coordinator for the Department of Emergency Medicine, and Nyema is a Medical Assistant in the Department of Thoracic Medicine and Surgery. Both were nominated by their peers and endorsed by TFP leadership. Please join us in celebrating their achievements and recognizing their impact on our patients and teams.
Nyema Hewlett, Medical Assistant, Department of Thoracic Medicine and Surgery
Nyema was recognized for being a shining example of TFP’s values in the workplace, as this excerpt from her nomination shows:
“Nyema Hewlett exemplifies what it means to be part of a premier practice that values compassion, service excellence, and teamwork. As a Medical Assistant, she consistently brings empathy, precision, and professionalism to every patient interaction. Her dedication to providing outstanding care not only enhances the patient experience, but also uplifts those around her.”
“She embodies our workplace vision—where every team member feels valued and empowered. Her positive attitude, willingness to support colleagues, and commitment to continuous improvement reflect our belief that recognition and encouragement are essential to success. She is not only a vital contributor to our clinical team, but also a driving force behind the strong sense of community and purpose we strive for every day.”
Chanese Matthews, Administrative Coordinator, Department of Emergency Medicine
Chanese was singled out for being an essential part of her department’s success, as this excerpt from her nomination shows:
“Chanese has stepped up in her role over the past few months. With team members out on leave, our department has been sharing responsibilities, and Chanese has embraced this with incredible professionalism. As tasks have been delegated to her, she has consistently asked thoughtful questions, sought feedback, and never hesitated to ask for clarification when needed.”
“Her commitment to getting it right reflects the culture we value so much in our department: where we support one another, step in where needed, and ensure the work gets done as a team. Now that we’re hitting our stride again, it’s been amazing to see her confidence grow and her dedication shine. Her actions reflect the values of excellence and service that define TFP C.A.R.E.S.”