Author: Dallas Foundation Staff

Fighting cancer is in his blood—and ours

June 1, 2024
Baylor Scott & White Health chief of oncology demonstrates that immunotherapy combined with chemotherapy and radiation prior to surgical resection of a tumor, is safe while also demonstrating how to track tumor responses utilizing a novel blood test. Dr. Ronan Kelly · Chief of oncology for Baylor Scott & White Health in North Texas Understanding […]

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Riding toward the future

June 1, 2024
Neurology expertise at BUMC helped avid cyclist Jim Crawford get back on his feet and back on his wheels. Four years ago, Dallas resident Jim Crawford, a long-time cyclist, experienced a near-fatal stroke after a long bike ride. His speech suddenly became garbled, and he fell out of his chair. His wife, Anne, recognized the […]

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A culture of caring

June 1, 2024
Nurses serve in many roles across the System, in addition to patient care, such as education, guest relations, safety and administration.

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Destination healthcare in Frisco

March 1, 2024
Philanthropy fuels impact of new master-planned campus, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Frisco at PGA Parkway.

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The art of healing

December 1, 2023
From art to music to Child Life Services, Baylor Scott & White’s holistic approach to healing focuses on the body, mind and soul.

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24th Annual Celebrating Women hits major milestone

December 1, 2023
More than $40M raised in the fight against breast cancer The lump Deborah Michnick felt in her left breast in February 2022 caught her off guard. Having lost her mother to breast cancer when her mother was only 56, Deborah had always been vigilant about getting annual mammograms. When she learned she had triple-negative breast […]

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Higher Rates Could Mean More Income for You | Baylor Health Care System Foundation

November 21, 2023
On November 21, 2023, the American Council on Gift Annuities (ACGA) announced that it would be increasing its suggested maximum annuity rates, effective January 1, 2024. The new rates replace the rates that became effective January 1, 2023.For most gift annuities, the new rates are approximately 0.4 percentage points higher than the old rates. If […]

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National Estate Planning Week is October 16–23

October 12, 2023
Now’s the Time to Finalize Your Estate Plan With National Estate Planning Week on the horizon (October 16-23), it is a great time to consider how you want your love, care and generosity to extend beyond your lifetime. If you have not finalized your will, don’t worry—you’re not alone. According to a 2023 Caring.com study, […]

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Son Donates Liver to Save His Mom’s Life

September 1, 2023
When Carol Jaster needed a liver transplant due to her autoimmune condition, both of her adult children stepped up to help—including offering to be a donor.

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Hard-to-Stomach Diagnosis

September 1, 2023
Colette Dishman battled her hidden cancer with the help of a dedicated team at Baylor Scott & White Health.

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Most Awarded Not-for-Profit Health System in Texas. Again.

September 1, 2023
Baylor Scott & White Health leads the state of Texas in the number of accolades earned in U.S. News & World Report’s 2023–24 Best Hospitals.

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Man of Great Heart: Dr. William C. “Bill” Roberts

September 1, 2023
Beloved and renowned physician passed away at age 90. In June, the Baylor Scott & White Health family lost someone dear to our hearts: William C. “Bill” Roberts, MD, former executive director of the Baylor Heart and Vascular Institute and the innovative founder of the Heart-to-Heart Program at Baylor University Medical Center. He died peacefully […]

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