Perspectives

Southwestern Medical Foundation is dedicated to engaging the public in important conversations about progress in medicine. Perspectives is a medical blog featuring inspiring stories of research, philanthropy, medicine, and more.

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February 12, 2026

Estate Planning Council Gathers at 2026 Annual Luncheon

Planned Giving

Members of the Estate Planning Council learn about the progress happening at UT Southwestern Medical Center, and an updated look at the new Moody Children’s Hospital.


January 9, 2026

Carine Feyten, Ph.D.: Authentic Leadership Lessons from the Chancellor of Texas Woman’s University (TWU)

Leading the Conversation

TWU Chancellor Carine Feyten, Ph.D. shares leadership lessons on authenticity, presence, and why multiple perspectives drive better decisions and innovation.


Three men sitting at a table discussing the biotech valley of death

December 18, 2025

Traversing the Biotech Valley of Death: Greenberg Brothers on Funding Translational Medicine

Leading the Conversation

UT Southwestern physician-scientists Benjamin and David Greenberg discuss building biotech companies and the toughest stretch in translation: the biotech “Valley of Death,” where promising ideas often die on the vine. They share why diversified support and Dallas’s targeted philanthropy help innovation survive.


December 15, 2025

Medical Progress in 2025: A Year of Shared Impact

Community

A special holiday message from Michael McMahan, President & CEO of Southwestern Medical Foundation.


November 18, 2025

Alfreda Norman Leadership Insights: Why Trust Is the Currency of Impact

Community

In this powerful conversation, Alfreda Norman’s leadership lessons come to life through her philosophy of trust, relationship-building, and abundance. Norman shows how real influence begins with genuine connection and why North Texas is the perfect place to make it happen.