one decision paved Kyle's 17-year long career at Dayton Children's

Have you ever thought about how every choice and split-second decision has led you to where you are today? Every day for the last 17 years, Kyle Frysinger, emergency department assistant nurse manager, has walked through the hospital doors thankful that these life moments brought him to Dayton Children's. 

Kyle originally went to school for his EMT-B to become an emergency medical technician. During his studies, he was assigned to complete clinical time at Dayton Children's emergency department. This is where he fell in love with pediatrics, dropped out of the EMT program, applied for a PCA position and changed his degree to nursing - and he's never looked back.

"It was one of the best decisions I have ever made," said Kyle.

Kyle says that he's motivated by our mission and vision - working so that every child receives the highest level of care to restore an optimal level of health. In fact, one of his very first patients continues to be a reminder of this.

What first appeared to be a minor illness, progressed into a 33-day long hospital admission in the PICU, where Kyle and the patient developed a close bond. Today, the patient sports #33 on his jersey, playing division II college basketball.

"The patient truly is a miracle child," shared Kyle. "I am honored I was able to care for them." 

Since this patient, a lot has happened in 17 years (including Kyle having four children of his own!) At Dayton Children's, Kyle's watched new buildings grow from the ground up and a new name placed on the exterior. Despite these differences and growths, Kyle says our internal family-like atmosphere has never wavered.

"When I pass someone in the hallway, there is always the friendly 'hello' or 'how are you doing,'" said Kyle. "The culture at Dayton Children's has always been this way and I'm glad it hasn't changed as we've grown."

Thank you, Kyle, for 17 years of above and beyond service!

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