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Growing up with Texas Children’s

Today, I celebrate my 70th birthday! I am so grateful for another decade spent with my family, friends and all of you! As I was nearing this personal milestone, I have been spending a lot of time reflecting on years past and quickly realized that, in many ways, I have had the privilege of growing...

Doctors’ Day: Our Calling to Serve

Written by Guest Blogger: Lara Shekerdemian, MD MHA

Today is National Doctors’ Day, and it is my privilege to serve as a guest blogger for On The Mark and I hope to honor each of the incredibly talented physicians we have here at Texas Children’s. I came to Texas Children’s 13 years ago. One of the first things that struck me as I...

The Smallest Acts of Kindness

Working in healthcare is not only a calling, it’s an identity and is very much a part of who we are. Taking care of patients and families who trust and rely on you is a responsibility that none of us will ever take lightly, no matter what we may be facing ourselves. It takes dedication,...

Starting with a Dream, Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. has without a doubt been an inspiration to me in both my personal and professional life. When it comes to Texas Children’s, I would like to believe that he would be proud of the impact we’ve made in the communities we serve and that he would also stand behind our...