Baur Award

The Baur Award

Honoring Excellence in Patient Care and Health Care Advancement

About the Award

The Baur Award was established by Union Health Foundation to recognize exceptional leadership and contributions by persons who fulfill one or more roles: an employee or a volunteer of Union Health, or a member of one of the Boards of Directors of Union Health, Union Health Foundation or the Visiting Nurses Association of the Wabash Valley.

 

Sister Johanna Baur's Legacy

The Baur Award is named in memory of Sister Johanna M. Baur, who served as Union Hospital’s first head nurse and superintendent from 1896 to 1902. During her tenure, she established the Union Hospital School of Nursing, creating a capable and well-trained nursing staff. 

The award was created to honor her enterprising spirit and to recognize those who continue the important work she began.

Recognition Criteria

The Baur Award recognizes a volunteer or employee of Union Health, or a member of the Board of Directors of Union Health, Union Hospital Clinton, Union Medical Group, Union Health Foundation or Visiting Nurses Association of the Wabash Valley who has made outstanding contributions to patient care and health care advancement.  This can be evidenced by:

  • Improvements in patient care or community service.
  • Implementation of new programs or services.
  • Effective ongoing operations and management.

2025 BAUR WINNER

Amber Cadick, PhD, HSSP

Dr. Amber Cadick, Ph.D., is a dedicated clinician and leader who has advanced pediatric and adolescent mental health in the Wabash Valley through her work on the HRSA grant, directed the Union Provider Wellness Initiatives and helped launch the Street Medicine program to support underserved community members.

She also mentors Ph.D. doctoral candidates from Indiana State University, helping to grow the next generation of mental health professionals. Her vision, energy, and compassion make her a tremendous asset to Union Health and the community, exemplifying the selfless service the Baur Award was created to honor.

 

2025 Baur Award sponsored by: