May 4, 2026

A recent ABC News story highlights the powerful connection between three young patients at Texas Children’s whose heart transplant journeys brought them together in an extraordinary way. 

While waiting for life-saving transplants, the boys formed a close friendship, supporting one another through uncertainty, hope and healing. Within days of each other, each received the gift of a new heart, turning their shared experience into a lasting bond.

Their care was guided by Dr. Joseph Spinner and Dr. Iki Adachi, whose expertise and commitment helped make these life-saving transplants possible.

Click here to watch the full story to see how clinical excellence and compassionate care come together to create moments like this.

Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) team is making it easier to pause, check in and care for your mental health when it matters most. 

A mental health check-in is a simple way to understand how you are doing and get support early. Taking that step helps you stay grounded for yourself and the people who depend on you every day. 

There are several ways to complete a mental health check-in:

  • Visit the Employee Medical Clinic for a confidential evaluation for symptoms of depression or anxiety and guidance on next steps. Call (832) 824-2424 to schedule an appointment. New patients can schedule a virtual or in-person visit by calling, and established patients can book through MyChart or call the same number.

  • Use EAP Plus by Headspace, a free EAP mental health platform offering therapy, coaching and on-demand tools for stress, sleep and focus. General staff can click here to enroll. Medical staff can click here to enroll.

  • Speak with an internal EAP counselor for confidential support and help finding the right care and resources. Call (832) 824-3327 to schedule an appointment.

  • Talk with your primary care physician about mental health screening and ongoing support options.

Click here to view the Well-Being in Action page for more Employee Assistance Program resources that can support your mental health.