Whiteman Spirit Award Published Dec. 6, 2007 WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. -- Physician Assistant Tara Nelson, 509th Medical Group received the Whiteman Spirit Award from Col. Garrett Harencak, 509th Bomb Wing Commander, Dec. 3. Col. Gloria Twilley, 509 Medical Group Commander, nominated PA Tara Nelson for the award. "She is an awesome provider who takes her profession seriously and delivers the best healthcare to her enrolled population," Colonel Twilley said. "She frequently receives kudos in the form of cards, flowers, candy, baked goods and just plain old "thank you" for caring." "PA Nelson is truly a compassionate care giver and we are fortunate to have her as a part of our team, said Col. Twilley" Physician Assistant Tara Nelson, personally speaking Go-by name: PA Nelson (Tara) Duty Title: Family Practice Physician Assistant Time on Station: 10 years Time in Service: N/A (civilian) Hometown: Norcatur, Ks. Children: Jesse age 10 (dog), Wiggles age 5 (dog), Kodi age 16 (cat) Hobbies: Home improvement projects, fishing, watching HGTV and football. Goals: Remain at Whiteman and continue what I'm doing as long as I can. Best thing about Whiteman: The people! What motivates your winning spirit? The love of my job, true compassion and caring for my patients and the blessings from God If you could change one thing about Whiteman, what would it be? Could we move it a bit closer to KC?