Celebrating Women 25th Anniversary Luncheon – A legacy of impact
In this issue
- Dr. Shelley Hall and Dr. Giuliano Testa discuss 40 years of transplant services at BUMC
- The new Street Medicine program at BUMC
- Dr. Randall Rosenblatt, recently retired chief of pulmonary and critical care at BUMC
40 Years of transformation through transplantation
Bringing healthcare to the unsheltered
40 Years of life-saving transplants
Physician profile: Randall Rosenblatt, MD
Grand Rounds rakes in the green
Physician profile: Subhash Banerjee, MD, interventional cardiology, cardiovascular disease
Letter from the President
As we worked on the articles for this issue of The Compass, I was struck by how consistently Baylor Scott & White Health’s Values—we serve faithfully; we never settle; we are in it together; and we make an impact—come to life. Living out these values requires a forward-thinking approach and philanthropic support. Donors play a crucial role in funding research, developing patient-centered programs, and recruiting and training the talent needed to advance our Mission.
You’ll read about our newly launched Street Medicine program, which addresses the medical needs of people experiencing homelessness. The program aims to break down barriers to care and restore hope to some of our community’s most vulnerable members. Funded by philanthropy, the Street Medicine program shows how we serve faithfully, and we are in it together.
You’ll also read interviews with Dr. Shelley Hall and Dr. Giuliano Testa, whose leadership has been pivotal in advancing transplant medicine at Baylor University Medical Center (BUMC). They emphasize how Baylor Scott & White’s culture of innovation encourages physicians to push boundaries and embrace new possibilities. Philanthropy supports these advancements, funding research, training and programs that enable innovation.
Dr. Hall joined BUMC at a time when heart failure-focused transplant programs were rare. BUMC leaders hired her as the first heart failure transplant cardiologist, marking a shift from traditional surgeon-led transplant programs. Dr. Hall has helped redefine the role of medical doctors in transplant medicine, expanding what is possible for patients.
Abdominal transplant surgeon Dr. Giuliano Testa leads the uterus transplant program, one of the first in the United States. This program gives women born without a uterus the opportunity to experience pregnancy and delivery. The program reflects the value we never settle and has allowed 18 women to bring 25 babies into the world.
Ben Renberg
President,
Baylor Scott & White Dallas Foundation
Your generosity fuels groundbreaking research, life-changing treatments and compassionate care for patients and families in our community.
Letter from the Chair
Milestones mark life’s most significant moments and define who we are. For Baylor Scott & White Health, milestones symbolize years of dedication, innovation and generosity that propel us forward. This year, the Foundation celebrated several milestones highlighting the power of philanthropy in advancing our mission. The 25th Anniversary Celebrating Women Luncheon was a testament to the generosity of our community, which has raised more than $42 million over the past quarter-century. These funds have been instrumental in advancing research and improving patient care.
We also commemorated the 40th anniversary of the Baylor Scott & White Annette C. and Harold C. Simmons Transplant Institute, where philanthropy has fueled life-saving advancements in this globally recognized program. As a grateful patient myself, I am deeply indebted to the transplant team’s expertise and compassion. Their work transforms lives every day, as they drive medical breakthroughs, such as the uterine transplant program.
Lastly, the Grand Rounds® Golf Tournament celebrated its 22nd year this October, uniting over 200 sponsors and participants. Since its inception, the effort has raised more than $4.1 million for graduate medical education at Baylor University Medical Center, underscoring the power of partnership in shaping the future of medicine.
Philanthropy is a cornerstone of these milestones and will continue to play a crucial role as we build upon these legacies of excellence. Together, we have made a difference, and together, we will reach even greater heights.
Norm Bagwell
Chair, Board of Directors
Baylor Scott & White Dallas Foundation
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