For more than two decades, Kimmy Thompson’s focus has been on the meticulous, life-altering work of a mammography technologist at Russell Medical Center. Her days were measured in the quiet, focused precision of medical screening, where attention to detail could save a life.
While Thompson dedicated her work hours to health scans, her free time was driven by a childhood love of fashion. Since she was a little girl, Thompson has maintained a deep appreciation for curated fabrics, unique textures and the transformative power of the perfect outfit.
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