Our exceptional team is The Difference, playing a pivotal role in the lives of our patients and families. Few embody the dedication and compassion of our workforce better than these team members:
- Brent Kaziny, pediatric emergency medicine physician and the medical director of emergency management
- Diana Harter, director of nursing, transplant services
- Nicholas Alderete, front desk specialist at our Urgent Care The Heights
- Rob Hofschulte, West Campus sports physical therapy supervisor
- Simarjeet Grewal, cardiac ICU nurse
Let’s get to know them a little better.
What inspired you to pursue a career in health care?
Brent: I became the first physician in my family because of the influence and mentorship of my own pediatrician. He always did such a great job of explaining things to me even when I was a little kid.
Diana: I have always had a passion for people. Though at first I wanted to be a doctor when I grew up, my best friend’s mom (a nurse) inspired me to pursue nursing.
Nicholas: I’ve always found satisfaction in helping others. Healthcare provides the unique ability to do so in so many ways.
Rob: I have a passion for working with children and adolescents to help them uncover their full potential physically and emotionally.
Simar: Serving others. Being a nurse has given me a sense of purpose.
What’s your favorite hobby or pastime outside of work?
Brent: I’ve been coaching my son’s baseball team for the last three years. It has been very rewarding to watch the team grow, get better every year and develop into kids who love the game.
Diana: I love riding my peloton! No matter what mood I am in, there is a ride that helps me decompress.
Nicholas: I enjoy fitness activities, playing video games and capturing cool events and scenery with action cameras while riding my motorcycles.
Rob: I recharge by spending time with my wife and two young kids. I also enjoy learning new skills like learning to spin a basketball on my finger and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Simar: I enjoy strength training and have recently incorporated Pilates into my fitness journey. I also love spending time with my dog, family and friends, and baking and reading on my days off.
What are the most unique opportunities or memorable experiences you’ve had at Texas Children’s?
Brent: Hurricane Harvey was the first large-scale disaster that I was very involved in. Seeing the team come in for ride-out and continue to care for patients despite the unfortunate circumstances of our community was inspiring.
Diana: My most memorable, impactful moments on the transplant team were calling a family, sometimes in the middle of the night, because we had the perfect donor match for them.
Nicholas: By collaborating with teams across our Urgent Care locations, I’ve gained valuable insight into the different approaches clinics take to caring for families.
Rob: I have had the opportunity to be on a collaborative team treating Olympians and Team USA Athletes. Seeing someone receive a gold medal at the Olympics and knowing I played a small part in that achievement is a unique feeling not many people can experience.
Simar: I have participated in multidisciplinary rounds at my patients’ bedsides countless times, so that nothing slips through the cracks when it comes to providing the highest quality care.
What do you do in your role to make a positive impact?
Brent: I make sure everyone on our team is on the same page and has the most up-to-date information.
Diana: I create a space that encourages people to be their authentic selves and welcome diverse opinions, experiences and ideas.
Nicholas: I ensure a patient’s experience is tailored to enhance their visit so the rest of my team can focus on the quality of care we provide.
Rob: I strive to ensure patients and team members get the resources and authentic feedback needed to feel supported and independent.
Simar: I lead and speak with compassion, seeking out what my patients and their families are most concerned about or what their goals are for that day, and I advocate for them by voicing these to the rest of the treatment team.
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