FEBRUARY 8, 2023 — The world continues to watch the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that has upended lives in Turkey and Syria and taken the lives of 35,000 people. This crisis has left many without food and shelter while they continue to search for loved ones. As Houston Methodist is committed to helping those most in need beyond our hospitals walls, we invite … [Read more...]
Shining Star Award 2022: Elba Aceves
JANUARY 23, 2023 — The Professional Development Council awarded Elba Aceves with the 2022 Shining Star Award. Coworkers and patients alike commend her for her I CARE Values and warm smile. Here are what the nominations said: "She truly deserves to be recognized for the shining star that she is. Her continuous smile and kind words are so genuine and embracing. Every time … [Read more...]
Revised Policy on Patient and Guest Disruptive Behavior
Please read the message below first sent by HM President and CEO Dr. Marc Boom on January 6, 2023: At Houston Methodist, we pride ourselves on treating everyone as a person of sacred worth and value. This includes our patients, visitors and colleagues. With our I CARE values in mind and with a strong desire to create a safe and inclusive environment for everyone at Houston … [Read more...]
Welcome New Quality Director Lavinia Zanaj, DNP, MHA, RN, CPHQ
Please read the following message first sent as an email on January 9, 2023 from CMO S. Nicolas Desai, M.D. It’s my pleasure to welcome Lavinia Zanaj, DNP, MHA, RN, CPHQ, to Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital as our new Quality Director. Lavinia started her career at Houston Methodist at Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital as an ED registration and unit clerk in 1998. … [Read more...]
34th DAISY Award Winner: Eric Lagrue, BSN, RN
JANUARY 5, 2023 — 6W nurse Eric Legrue is the 34th HMSL recipient of the Daisy award. He was nominated by more than one patient for his wonderful bedside manner and personal care he gives patients. Here is what they said about him: First, this nurse is an extraordinary individual. While all the staff was really nice and unbelievable, he was extremely busy and being pulled … [Read more...]