The Cancer Prevention Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT), a state agency dedicated to advancing cancer research and prevention, awarded $89 million across 22 grants. The Dallas-based institution received significant funding, including a $4 million Rising Star Scholar Award to UT Southwestern, which hired cardio-oncology expert Dr. Daniel Addison. Additionally, CPRIT announced the addition of new staff to strengthen its ability to advance innovative cancer research and prevention. These grants represent CPRIT’s continued efforts to fight cancer across the state through recruitment, prevention, and treatment development.
Medical City Fort Worth has been recognized for excellence in nursing by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, earning Magnet designation for the fourth time. “Medical City Fort Worth is proud to be a part of this partnership,” said John Huber, CEO of Medical City Fort Worth. This designation emphasizes excellent nursing practice, leadership, and patient care. Only 67 hospitals in Texas have earned this honor, and Chief Nursing Officer Brandi Steagall said, “This honor recognizes the compassion and professionalism that our nurses bring to every step, every patient, every time. It highlights knowledge,” he added.
The Meadows Institute for Mental Health Policy, in collaboration with West Health and Northwestern Medicine, launched the Northwestern Medicine West Health Accelerator to integrate mental health care into primary care settings. Funded by a $1.9 million grant from West Health, this initiative will implement a Collaborative Care Model (CoCM) to improve access to early mental health treatment for more than 350,000 Northwestern Medicine patients. “This proven approach allows individuals to receive treatment earlier and achieve better outcomes,” said Andy Keller, President and CEO of Meadows Institute. .
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas has achieved designation as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery from the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC). The Women’s Robotic Surgery Program, led by Dr. Quanita Crable, offers advanced surgeries such as hysterectomies, myomectomies, and complex endometriectomy procedures. “This recognition reflects our commitment to providing the highest standards of care,” said Dr. Crable. Chief Operating Officer Tiffany Northern emphasized the hospital’s dedication to improving women’s health through innovative surgical treatments and investments in cutting-edge technology.
