Erlanger Neurology
Mission in Medicine
While originally drawn to nursing as a way to make a hands-on impact in Third World countries, Martina Majure has spent the last two years serving the patients at Erlanger Neurology. “I have realized that every encounter with a patient – no matter the location – can turn into a mission,” shares Majure. Specializing in dementia care has become her most recent passion, and Majure approaches each patient with compassion and understanding. “Everybody shoulders unseen burdens. Therefore, always be kind and non-judgmental,” finishes Majure. “That is how I would want to be treated if I were the patient.”
I love to step into the gap with caregivers, walk alongside them, educate them about dementia, find solutions to problems, and ultimately make their walk just a little more bearable.”
My Credentials
Bachelor of Science in Nursing:
Capella University – Minneapolis, MI
Certifications:
Evergreen Certified Dementia Care Specialist, Evergreen Certifications
1. Can you tell me a little bit about your profession? What does your day-to-day look like?
My day is dynamic every day. Most days, I spend a lot of time on the phone with caregivers of people who have dementia, listening and educating. I also spend a significant amount of time managing clinic-related patient issues. Some days I meet patients in their homes, some days in the office. I also connect with several local community resources to support our dementia patients.
2. What would you consider to be your main strengths?
Communication paired with emotional intelligence. I am told I have a superpower of explaining difficult things in ways that people understand. I also think my patients feel like they can trust me regarding their struggles and questions.
3. What’s the key to making a great first impression?
Working with a population that experiences memory loss, it is not unusual to meet patients for the first time more than once. I do, however, focus less on a good first impression than on being authentic and a kind and open listener with every encounter.
4. What is one of your happiest professional moments?
Advocating – and then fighting – for the patient’s goals, whether that’s living at all costs or allowing to end suffering. These changes can be volatile. While other people may be afraid of these dynamic transitions, I welcome them. Life is constantly changing; in healthcare, we recognize it with more clarity and finality.
5. What is your best advice for patients?
Stay physically and socially active, sleep and eat well, take your medications, and get regular checkups.
- 423.778.9001
- 979 E. 3rd Street, Suite C-830 Chattanooga, TN 37403
- erlanger.org/medical-services/neurology
