Perspectives

Southwestern Medical Foundation's 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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December 12, 2024

Southwestern Medical Foundation’s 85th Anniversary: Celebrating our Community’s History and Future

Perspectives

From the 2024 issue of Southwestern Medical Perspectives Magazine.


December 9, 2024

Southwestern Medical Perspectives: A Celebration of Lasting Leadership & Enduring Impact

Perspectives

This issue of Southwestern Medical Perspectives celebrates 85 years of progress and impact in advancing medical education, research, and patient care. Inside are highlights of the foundation’s milestones, key partnerships, and transformative projects. It features stories of philanthropy, including profiles on influential families like the Dedmans, McDermotts, and Perots, who have significantly contributed to medical breakthroughs and academic excellence.


November 22, 2024

Karee and Greg Sampson: Inspiring Philanthropy Through UT Southwestern’s Vanguard and Estate Planning Initiatives

Donor Stories

Karee and Greg Sampson Inspire Philanthropy at UT Southwestern through the Vanguard and Estate Planning Council.


November 21, 2024

An Evening with DocStars 2024: A Celebration of Innovation and Generosity

Launching Innovation

The Cary Council hosts An Evening with DocStars 2024 on the Campus of UT Southwestern, celebrating innovation in early-stage research.


November 8, 2024

An Evening with DocStars: An Enlightening & Commemorative Event to Celebrate UTSW Top Researchers & Grant Recipients

In The News

The Cary Council celebrated this year’s recipients of their Early Stage Research Grants at An Evening with DocStars 2024.


November 6, 2024

The Sprague Award 2024 Photo Gallery

Awards, Events and Scholarships

Southwestern Medical Foundation was honored to present Sarah and Ross Perot, Jr. with our highest community distinction: The Sprague Award.


October 17, 2024

Southwestern Medical Foundation Honors Sarah & Ross Perot Jr. with The Sprague Award

In The News

Established in 1991, The Sprague Award recognizes outstanding philanthropists who have provided significant support to advance health care through contributions of time, leadership and resources. Over the past 40 years, the Perots and their family’s commitment and contributions have paved the way for crucial medical advancements.


October 11, 2024

Joann and Glenn Rechtine, M.D., Inspire Students Through Nursing Scholarships

Donor Stories

Joann and Glenn Rechtine, M.D. are inspiring students through their unwavering support of nursing scholarships.


October 11, 2024

A Personal Gift in Support of Medical Scholarships: UT Southwestern Alumnus Joins The Wildenthal Society

Donor Stories

Dr. Calvin Dixon was given the gift of medical scholarships. Now, he’s paying it forward with a gift of his own.


October 4, 2024

What’s Up, Doc? Getting to Know The Cary Council’s 2024 DocStars

Launching Innovation

The Cary Council’s 2024 DocStars sit down for a Q&A at What’s Up, Doc? – a meet and greet for this year’s early-stage grant recipients.


October 2, 2024

Welcoming Southwestern Medical Foundation’s 2024 Class of New Trustees

Philanthropy

Southwestern Medical Foundation hosted a welcome reception for the incoming 2024 class of new trustees.


September 19, 2024

Building Resilient Futures: Education and Mental Health Insights with Dr. Hill and Dr. Keller

Mental Health

Dr. Joan Buchanan Hill and Dr. Andy Keller share their insights on the intertwining significance of education and mental health.