IU oncology nurse named 2012 Extraordinary Healer

An IU Simon Cancer Center nurse has won an Extraordinary Healer Award for her work in oncology.

Indianapolis

An IU Simon Cancer Center nurse has won an Extraordinary Healer Award for her work in oncology.

Sheila Dropcho learned that she won Cure Magazine’s award Friday.

She was one of three finalists picked from all across the nation. She told us she felt honored just being nominated.

"I was absolutely stunned, that (my patient) would consider that I was extraordinary and worthy of such a wonderful award,” said Dropcho.

One of Dropcho’s patients nominated her for the award by writing a letter about her impact on his life.

As the winner, Dropcho will receive an all-expenses-paid spa trip for two.