This week on Mark Wallace’s blog, he invites Dr. Michael Belfort, Texas Children’s Obstetrician/Gynecologist-in-Chief and Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Baylor College of Medicine, to help celebrate Doctors’ Day as he shares what being a physician means to him. Read more
In honor of the upcoming Texas Children’s Houston Open (TCHO) PGA TOUR event, Antone’s is offering a signature sandwich called the Texas Clubhouse (or TCH). Antone’s is on site March 25-26 in the Fresh Bistro in the Medical Center making these delicious sammies fresh to order.
Decked out in TCHO golf attire, CEO Mark A. Wallace visited the Bistro to tell patrons about the sandwich and our partnership with Antone’s.
“Directly in line with the incredible partners they are, Antone’s created a sandwich to celebrate the Texas Children’s Houston Open, and it’s simply amazing. This isn’t the first time they’ve developed a sandwich to celebrate and promote Texas Children’s and they outdo themselves every time. Not only are they longstanding supporters of Texas Children’s, they are wonderful friends who truly believe in the work we do for children and women around the world.”
The sandwich features Antone’s Smoked Turkey Club with a Texan twist: thin slices of smoked turkey, zesty pepper jack, crispy Applewood bacon, fresh arugula, all topped with their spicy Chow Chow relish – a first for Antone’s – and chipotle mayo, on a pretzel bun.
As a reminder, Antone’s is donating a portion of its sandwich sales from all Texas Children’s eateries to the Astros Golf Foundation benefiting their charity partners, which includes Texas Children’s. We want to thank Antone’s CEO Craig Lieberman and his team for their continued support and partnership – and of course the amazing sandwiches!
The Antone’s po’ boy sandwich wrappers include a QR code sticker that links to the TCHO website to learn more about the tournament and purchase tickets. Texas Children’s team members and their spouses/significant others are eligible for 20% off the purchase of grounds tickets at the tournament through our title sponsorship and our incredible partnership with The Astros Golf Foundation. The discount promo code is TCHTCHO.
Mr. Wallace also stopped for photo ops at the TCHO displays with team members and Texas Children’s facility dog, Crosby! We invite everyone to visit the Fresh Bistro or The Auxiliary Bridge in the Medical Center, as well as areas in West and The Woodlands campuses to take photos at the TCHO displays to celebrate the upcoming golf tournament. Post your photos on social media using hashtags #TCHoustonOpen #TCHO.
Visit the Texas Children’s Houston Open SharePoint site for details.
Daniel Pham knows the outpatient pharmacy is typically a patient’s last stop before they head home – the grand finale – and he dedicates himself to making the experience a positive one.
“I am the team’s Greatest Showman,” said Daniel, summarizing his energetic and friendly approach to work in The Center for Women and Children – Southwest and the unique qualities that make him “The Difference” at Texas Children’s.
Daniel, who is Vietnamese American, embraces life with the same kind of enthusiasm he exhibits in his career. In high school he was very active. He joined the orchestra, played tennis, served on the student council, and was named prom king.
“In the Asian culture we are taught to just lay low and do well in school. I wanted to break that mold.”
Daniel’s outgoing nature contrasted with his older brother Dennis’s more subdued personality. In remission since 1999, Dennis is a childhood cancer survivor. Daniel says that Texas Children’s was a light for his family during a difficult time, saving his brother’s life twice.
Family and his culture are especially important to Daniel. His parents and grandparents left behind everything familiar in Vietnam to start a life in America. Daniel does not take his family’s hard work and sacrifices for granted but he has taken notes from his father who expresses regrets about spending so much time focused on his career while his sons were growing up.
From bath times and nighttime prayers to driving imaginary buses and dancing to favorite tunes, Daniel is embracing his “daddy era.” His daughter refers to him as Mickey Mouse, a title Daniel wears with honor. He knows every lyric to the hit song from Disney’s Encanto, “We Don’t Talk About Bruno,” because it helps his daughter fall asleep.
He and his wife Janel, who is a speech pathologist at Texas Children’s Specialty Care in Sugar Land, are an effective team and committed to savoring all the moments they have with their children while, as parents, they are “still their favorite people.”
“I feel like I am continuously unlocking new skills as a parent, and now I get to take all the skills from home and make connections with the kids and parents at work.”
For almost 10 years, Daniel has been a source of light for our patients and families. Even five minutes spent with a patient in the pharmacy is important to him because he knows people will remember that he makes them feel safe, valued and seen.
“Drug interactions is a cool skill, but being remembered for your human interactions gives you purpose.”
Daniel attributes the comfort he feels in his own skin and the comforting presence he offers to others to his mother, Nhan Tran, who passed away last year. Nhan was multilingual, an artist, a space flight engineer and made the best homemade Pho and Bun Thang. Daniel, who has inherited her superpowers of attentiveness, generosity, and playfulness, has a positive impact on his team and the families in our care.
“I chose health care because it is a career where I get to use both my head and heart,” Daniel said. “My career at Texas Children’s has been a fulfilling journey of growth, lessons, and discovering my true north within the organization, and I hope to remain as a positive light for the future.”
Two of our three 50-year honorees reflect on their legacy. Read more
Every day, thousands of babies are born too soon, too small and often very sick. The mission of March of Dimes (MOD) is to improve the health of mothers and babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality.
We encourage every department to form a team to walk, celebrate and raise money and awareness. Let’s come together to fight for the health of moms and babies, and serve our community in true Texas Children’s style!
Texas Children’s has several team captains who would welcome you to their team. If you’re not yet part of a team, please click here to join, then follow the steps below to register with MOD. The live walks planned for this year include:
Online registration is as quick and easy as the Texas two-step!
Step 1
Register with the MOD. This is free and allows your teams to be seen together and use social media to fundraise!
Step 2
Use the TCH Payroll Deduction Form to register for one of our TCH March for Babies live walk events. Registration includes your TCH t-shirt and our MOD walk party!
Thank you for your participation. We look forward to seeing you on live walk day!
Texas Children’s Hospital is proud to serve as a 2024 Platinum Sponsor for March for Babies! We’re looking forward to another great year partnering with MOD in the fight for the health of all moms and babies. Your donations will support MOD research and programs that help moms have safe equitable births and babies begin healthy lives.
Think back to the day you decided to work at Texas Children’s. What did you consider in your decision? There’s no doubt things like pay, location, benefits and the role stand out – but what else drew you in?
For many of us, it was the promise of something bigger. Not just for our careers but in what we get to do for the people who trust us to lead them and care for them every day.
Lately, you’ve seen The Difference in our marketing, social media and event collateral but you also feel it every day you work here. Today we are pleased to share more ways you can proudly wear The Difference as an ambassador of our great culture.
Starting tomorrow, we’re getting the word out across the system. Get ready for a series of lively pop-up events in Houston complete with games, free swag, entertainment and energy. Here’s where you can find us:
You should also be on the lookout for our team to pop-up at local pediatric and urgent care practices in the coming weeks – you can keep track of us on social media, and request a pop-up in your location!
Show your Texas Children’s pride on social media for a chance to win free gear. Here’s how:
You are a beautiful blend of experience and potential and can be proud of the work we are doing together. We hope each of you can see yourselves in this brand because you are the inspiration behind it.
Supportive colleague submitted the following Caught You Caring recognition for Staff Nurse Jake Jacobsen.
“Jake demonstrated impeccable communication skills in a very chaotic code and emergent ECMO cannulation on his patient. He was tasked with medication administration and he utilized clear, concise and closed loop communication throughout. His innate attention to detail was evident. He is very clearly a caring individual who takes pride in his work. I have enjoyed seeing him grow from a new graduate RN to a natural leader on the unit. I am eager to see what amazing things he will accomplish as he continues to progress within his role.”
There are countless examples of how team members make an impact every day. Through our Caught You Caring recognition program, anyone (patients, families, colleagues, vendors, volunteers or visitors) can provide a kind word about someone who went the extra mile. Even the smallest act of kindness can brighten someone’s day. Click here to submit a recognition for a colleague. The recipient and their leader will receive an email notification. Since its inception in 2015, there have been more than 40,000 recognitions submitted.