Madison is a compassionate advocate for some of the community’s most vulnerable members, including individuals with substance use disorder, chronic illness, and experiences with homelessness. Working on the front lines of the opioid epidemic, she brings care directly to patients in supportive housing, meeting them with compassion, respect, and without judgment. She has also helped shape and expand an innovative care model that brings health care directly into community housing. Her work supports multiple citywide initiatives and reflects deep expertise in wound care and substance use disorder nursing.
Madison received multiple nominations — a testament to her impact. One of her nominators said, “Madison Schmus embodies what caring truly means: showing up, building trust, and sustaining it over time.” Another nominator said, “She has established strong and trusting relationships with her patients, helping them achieve sobriety, maintain recovery, and return to healthier, more stable lives through compassionate, high-quality health care.”
