Merry + Bright: Real Caregivers, Real Bonds

November 17, 2025

💖💜Merry + Bright: Real Caregivers, Real Bonds

Better together. Real caregivers, real bonds, and real stories of loyalty, laughter, and unwavering support — because medicine is never a solo act. This holiday season, we celebrate healthcare professionals whose connections make every shift shine a little brighter. From siblings who started their nursing journeys together, to partners in life and medicine, to a father-daughter duo who light up the operating room, these stories remind us that the best care comes from the heart — and from those who share it.

💖The Stephenson Triplets: Sisters, Nurses, and Unstoppable Teammates

Jeanet, Jean, and Jeanice Stephenson — known as The Stephenson Triplets — bring laughter, love, and loyalty to every shift. As nurses in the CVICU and NICU, they’ve built their careers side by side, finding strength in their shared journey. “We’ve always had a bond as sisters — and now as nurses,” says Jeanet, reflecting on how their family connection became the foundation of their professional one. The three began their careers during the pandemic, a time when leaning on each other meant even more. Jean adds, “As long as we’re together, we’re unstoppable.” Their story is a powerful reminder that teamwork and family can turn even the hardest days into ones filled with meaning and joy.

💖Leslie & Rafael Hernandez: Love, Laughter, and Lifelong Care

For Leslie and Rafael, connection and care go hand in hand. Hailing from the same hometown in Cuba, Leslie, an ICU nurse, and Rafael, a cardiologist, support each other through life and demanding careers. Leslie shares, “We send each other memes or videos — anything funny,” while Rafael adds, “On the phone, we don’t even need to speak — just know we’re there.” Even on busy days, their bond proves that love and laughter are essential forms of care.

💖Kalli & Dean Licopantis: Where Family and Teamwork Meet

For Kalli and Dean, medicine is more than a calling — it’s a family connection that began long before their first shift together. Dean, a podiatrist, introduced Kalli to the operating room when she was still in high school, sparking her passion for nursing. “People see us working together and they smile,” Dean says. “It’s special.” Today, as an OR nurse and surgeon duo, their teamwork flows effortlessly. “We know each other so well — it just makes every case go better,” says Kalli. Their story is a testament to how shared purpose and trust can make even the most demanding work feel effortless — and truly Merry + Bright.

💖💜Shining a Light on What Makes Us Merry + Bright

The brightest part of healthcare isn’t just the scrubs — it’s the people who wear them. Their stories of connection, compassion, and dedication shine this holiday season. Celebrate these real caregivers — and shop the Merry + Bright color drop in Reactive Pink & Purple Dusk at Uniform Advantage here to shine alongside them.