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At the end of their quarterly meeting on March 27, the North Texas Practice Operations Finance team closed their laptops, rolled up their sleeves and prepared 23,000 meals for children in underdeveloped nations. Spearheaded by Assistant Controller Jessica Mesinovic, MSHM, MBA, this half-day volunteer project, in partnership with Feed My Starving Children (FMSC), served as a valuable community service and a unique team-building exercise. At FMSC’s packing facility, volunteers dedicated their efforts to assembling MannaPacks, which contain a mixture of rice and vitamin concentrates designed by nutritionists to help reduce problems with malnutrition in poverty-stricken areas. Jess and her team, alongside other volunteer groups from organizations like Texas Instruments, were tasked with preparing these packs for distribution. The results were remarkable. Over a few hours, the team packed 106 boxes, equaling nearly 23,000 meals, enough to feed 62 children for an entire year. This endeavor not only highlighted the urgency of addressing global hunger but also showcased the power of collaborative effort in achieving significant results. Competing with other teams fostered a sense of excitement and engagement, transforming a standard volunteer activity into an inspiring team-building experience. Jess observed that volunteering offered a deeper sense of accomplishment than traditional recreational team-building events, as it combined personal fulfillment with impactful community service. “While working on the MannaPacks, we were able to talk and have fun while accomplishing something together as a team,” Jess said. “It felt like we truly made a difference.” This initiative was part of a broader strategy by Jess’s team to integrate public service into their quarterly meetings. Assistant CFO Kristal Adam recommended this approach based on her past positive experiences with similar activities. The team’s enthusiastic response to this integration underscored its effectiveness in fostering community engagement and internal cohesion. “Our teams may not have patient-facing roles,” Kristal said. “However, they are an important part of providing healthcare to our community. We were honored to partner with FMSC to provide food that will improve the lives of children we will likely never meet, much like we are honored to support those who provide healthcare each day.” Following the success of this event, Jess and her team are not resting on their laurels. They are committed to continuing this tradition of combining public service with team development. Their dedication is fueled by the benefits of making a significant community impact while strengthening their connection as a team.  The success of this project illustrates how we can work together to show up for our communities, creating a win-win situation for both the community and the organization. Kudos to the North Texas Financial Team for showing up! #healthiertomorrows #weshowup

Having a 'ruff' day? This will make you smile. Meet Harry! He’s a valued member of the animal therapy program across our broader health network, HCA Healthcare. Facility, service and therapy dogs have touched countless lives and brought smiles to patients, their loved ones and our care teams. Some even have their own badges and earn anniversary pins for their years of service. This #DogDay, join us in celebrating therapy dogs as they spread joy and 'pawsitivity' wherever they go! #PositiveImpact #TherapyDogs

Kudos to our NTX colleagues working together to show up for their community! Keep up the good work!

Are you up to date on vaccinations? During Immunization Awareness Month, consider asking your doctor which vaccines are recommended based on your age, job, health conditions and other factors. Vaccination can help you protect yourself, your loved ones and your community. #HealthierTomorrows #NationalImmunizationAwarenessMonth

Thanks to our Capital Division Colleagues for showing up in their community. Keep up the good work!

At HCA Healthcare, our colleagues are committed to creating healthier tomorrows not only for our patients, but also for each other. The HCA Healthcare Hope Fund is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit run by colleagues, for colleagues that provides emergency funds to our colleagues when significant hardships arise due to illness, injury, natural disasters or other difficult situations that impact their essential needs.  In 2023, the Hope Fund reached $100 million in grants helping more than 52,000 families since its inception in 2005. Learn more about the Hope Fund and read the stories of Hope Fund recipients in HCA Healthcare’s 2024 annual Impact Report. https://bit.ly/3SRAFcP. #HCACares #ImproveMoreLives

Ready to rock the new school year? Here are six tips to help kids stay healthy as they head #BackToSchool. #HealthierTomorrows #PositiveImpact

In Denver, Colorado, Jodi’s Race for Awareness has been educating the public about symptoms and risk factors related to ovarian cancer since 2010. This year, the race celebrated its 15th anniversary, and colleagues from HealthONE Colorado Gynecologic Oncology Specialists showed up once again with their support. In fact, colleagues have been showing up for this event long before they were part of HCA Healthcare.    Organized by and benefitting the Colorado Gynecologic Cancer Alliance, Jodi’s Race 5k raises funds for programs that benefit gynecological cancer patients and their families. The event fosters community spirit and strengthens the bond between healthcare providers and patients. Colleagues, including those new to the practice, find the event a powerful reminder of the impact their work has on patients’ lives. This is evident at the HealthONE booth, where colleagues speak with a steady flow of patients, survivors and families throughout the event.    Learn more about the history of Jodi’s Race and its inspiration, Jodi Brammeir, at JodisRace.org.    The involvement of local providers in Jodi’s Race has been a testament to their unwavering commitment to patient care and community service. The team at HealthONE has been involved in the race for many years, and their engagement with the event strengthened when they joined HCA Healthcare in 2019. Demonstrating their personal dedication to the cause, when doctors are on call during the event, they often make time to visit colleagues, patients and families.    The practice’s support extends beyond just participating in the race. Throughout the year, Physician Assistant Melissa James collaborates closely with the organization to support their survivorship program. This partnership includes donating items for patient care packages and organizing educational events for survivors and families. This holistic approach underscores their dedication to supporting cancer research and directly aiding patients through practical resources.    The event also has a substantial impact on colleagues. “Hearing stories from patients and even family members of patients who lost their battle really gives you a sense of why we do what we do in the office,” said Practice Manager Amy Hollingsworth. “At these races, we see several people running up to the doctors, giving them big hugs. It means a lot to see that.”    DPS Jenny Kingdon, MBA, who attended the event for the first time this year, echoed Amy’s sentiment. “It was exciting to see colleagues engage with our patients in this setting. Seeing our practice and HCA represented so strongly in the community was great. I was impressed by how energized everyone was to be there despite the scorching temperatures. I’m proud to be such a big-hearted team!” Thank you to all the colleagues in the Denver market who have participated in this event or supported the worthy efforts of the Colorado Gynecologic Cancer Alliance.  #HealthierTomorrows

Today is National Disability Independence Day, which commemorates the 34th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We are proud to be a part of HCA Healthcare, which was recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion” by the American Association of People with Disabilities and Disability:IN. We are dedicated to ensuring that persons with disabilities are treated with dignity and respect, and are provided with opportunities to participate in the workplace fully and equitably access quality healthcare services. Read more about how we embrace diverse abilities: HCAHealthcareImpact.com. #NationalDisabilityIndependenceDay #ADA

Leaders in our Capital Division demonstrating what it means to show up for our patients, our communities and each other.