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Offering hope and humanity to those in need, Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital – Plano recently welcomed five individuals from Haiti to undergo life-saving surgery. Through a partnership with the Haiti Cardiac Alliance, the hospital brings vulnerable heart patients to Plano several times a year, transforming lives far beyond Texas. David Moore, MD, a cardiovascular surgeon at Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital – Plano, leads this initiative. Dr. Moore's compassion even extends beyond the hospital, often inviting these individuals to his home and maintaining close relationships after they leave. "To be able to help an individual like that, especially someone who doesn’t have any other options, gives me a great sense of satisfaction," Dr. Moore said.

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Grapevine’s Called to Love diversity council hosted a heartfelt service this past week. Keynote speaker Gloria Gay, RN, an inspiration with 51 years of nursing experience, delivered a powerful message reflecting on the past, present, and future. She emphasized the importance of striving for a community where diversity, equity, and inclusion are one language and highlighted the need for collective effort to make a difference. "I love nursing,” Gay said. “I am passionate about taking care of people. I have devoted 51 years of my life to this profession with no regrets. I am determined to leave it better than when I started, but I cannot do that by myself. It takes all of us to tackle the issues we face. We must all see the value of diversity, equality, inclusion, and belonging."

Meet Chris Shorrock, BSN, RN, CCRN, intensive care unit nurse at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Waxahachie and PRN house supervisor. Chris graduated from Navarro Junior College in Corsicana, earning his associate degree in nursing. In 2022, he was invited to speak at the school's commencement ceremony and, a year later, named an Outstanding Alumni. After receiving his ADN, Chris completed a bridge program to earn his Bachelor of Science in nursing at the University of Texas in Arlington. As the team lead for the ICU at Baylor Scott & White – Waxahachie, Chris said “I want to work in the hospital ICU throughout my career. I love critical care. It keeps me interested. I feel it’s the area where I can continue to have the most impact.” Read more about Chris and hear from his nominators here: https://lnkd.in/ezmMdRXK

Join us in celebrating Juneteenth as we commemorate a pivotal moment in history when the last enslaved African Americans were finally freed. We believe in the importance of recognizing and celebrating the rich cultural heritage and major contributions of the Black community.

At Baylor Scott & White Health, our people are our greatest strength. Being recognized for Best Career Growth and Best Leadership Teams by Comparably's Q2 2024 Awards is a testament to the collaborative spirit that fuels better each and every day. Explore rewarding career opportunities: https://bit.ly/3RsBcRF.

Sheri Lusk, LMSW, ACM-SW, a social worker at the cancer center at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – College Station, is the quintessential team player. In a single year, she obtained approximately $300,000 in drug assistance for patients in various forms, implemented an art therapy program in the infusion center, created multiple support groups and hosted monthly educational classes. Learn more about Sheri Lusk receiving our highest team member honor here: https://bit.ly/4bUHSAm

Congratulations to Julie Creamer, Baylor Scott & White president, on being named to Modern Healthcare's 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives list for 2024!

Baylor Scott & White Health is the winner of the 2023 Large Employer of the Year Award from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). Nominated by Workforce Solutions Capital Area, our system is recognized as a key industry partner for Central Texas through our participation on the Capital Area Workforce Executive Board, apprenticeships, upskilling, K-12 engagement and the awarding of a TWC grant for healthcare jobs expansion. Learn more about Texas Workforce Solutions and our involvement here: https://bit.ly/3ViC1it

Meet Gary Yess, chaplain supervisor at Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center – Fort Worth and one of five team members honored with our highest award, the Impact Award. The Impact Award recognizes remarkable team members who make a significant impact on our patients, their families, our customers and our teammates. Halfway across the world in Egypt, a Baylor Scott & White Health team member connected with a young couple who shared the loss of their infant son at Baylor Scott & White – Fort Worth. They expressed the mark left on their hearts by the local chaplain during their darkest hours. It was Gary! “That, to me, is the definition of what the Impact Award is about—the sort of impact that is life-changing,” Chief Mission & Ministry Officer Mike Mullender said as he presented Chaplain Gary with the Impact Award. “Many times, we don’t get to hear how we changed those lives down the road. We don’t have the advantage that somebody runs into someone. But it’s truly remarkable that that couple will always remember you.” Read more about this remarkable story over 7,000 miles from home: https://bit.ly/3wYsXpB