Adams Family Endowment

As a teenager, Carlie Cohen knew she wanted to work in health care

Maybe she’d be a physician Or perhaps she’d be a psychologist

In college, she landed on Child Life specialist — inspired by the experience of her favorite high school teacher’s daughter, Krisanna, as a pediatric cancer patient

Through an internship as an undergraduate, Carlie learned about the health care administration profession and decided to pursue a master’s in health administration

“I knew hospitals had a CEO, physicians and clinical staff, but I had never thought about the business and leadership roles that play a part in an individual hospital or health care system,” Carlie said

In 2010, she landed a spot in the Children’s Health Administrative Residency Program, an educational opportunity that built a solid foundation for a more-than-a-decadelong career at Children’s Health

Now, Carlie serves as vice president of outpatient operations, overseeing outpatient services as the “front door” to the health care system for patient families

Carlie said the residency program is an investment in future leaders, but it’s also a financial investment that relies on generous donor funding

“From day one as a resident, I’ve had mentors and leaders who invested, believed and advocated for me to be a strong leader,” Carlie said “That speaks volumes to the mission of Children’s Health that they want to invest in and grow future leaders ”

Earlier this year, Children’s Health announced a $1 million donation from John and Susie Adams to establish the John and Susie Adams Excellence Endowment in support of the Children’s Health Administrative Residency Program

The post-graduate residency program provides additional training and development of future health care leaders to strengthen their understanding of the structural, financial, operational and management of the complex health care system and its impact on population health science

The program has been renamed the Christopher J Durovich Administrative Residency Program in honor of the Adamses’ friend and Children’s Health president and chief executive officer

“Very few organizations have the inspiring leadership that Chris Durovich provides to Children’s Health,” said John Adams “Susie and I are very pleased to recognize this by renaming the residency program after him We are fortunate to have Chris and Christina Durovich so focused on ensuring Children’s Health continues to provide the best quality care Our belief is the graduates of this endowed residency program will be better able to provide hospitals across the country with visionary leadership like Chris ” Children’s Health has sponsored an administrative residency program since 2005 in partnership with several universities to provide practical, in-depth experience in health care leadership for students pursuing Master of Business Administration and Master of Health Care Administration degrees The 11-month program — which connects residents with the president and CEO, as well as the CEO’s direct reports across various areas of the business — is recognized among these universities as highly desirable, rewarding and career-advancing Residents gain invaluable experience and develop leadership skills in areas such as quality improvement, strategy, human resources and the financing of health care

“It is a distinct privilege to have the opportunity to participate in the professional development of future leaders in our industry,” said Chris Durovich, president and CEO of Children’s Health “Susie and John’s investment celebrates and helps us fulfill the educational mission of Children’s Health; it advances our profession — today and for future generations We are grateful for their generosity, and I am humbled that they have named our program in my honor ”

John and Susie Adams have been longtime supporters and advocates of Children’s Health John has served on the board of directors of Children’s Medical Center Foundation since 2008 and previously served for many years on the board of directors for Children’s Health System of Texas and Children’s Medical Center Dallas, which he chaired

“For more than two decades, John and Susie have given generously to support areas of need most important to Children’s Health,” said Brent Christopher, president of Children’s Medical Center Foundation “Their creation of an endowed fund for the administrative residency program is the first of its kind at Children’s Health and ensures we can continue to help mold future hospital leaders who are dedicated to making life better for children ”

Carlie said educational endowments such as this go a long way toward preparing future leaders with the skills to grow alongside an expanding hospital system that looks very different from when she started as a resident more than a decade ago

“Because of the residency program, I was given the skills and mentors that allowed me to grow with the system,” Carlie said “So as Children’s Health got more complex, and we were able to do more for more kids, I’ve been able to grow and influence the care that’s delivered to thousands of kids just like my high school teacher’s daughter, Krisanna, every day ”

Investing in the education and development of dedicated team members and aspiring health care professionals and experts is an important aspect of Children’s Health. This supports our ability to attract and retain top talent, helps build the next generation of pediatric providers and enhances the care and clinical experiences for the young children we serve. Endowed support of these efforts provide significant resources through administrative residencies, scholarships and lecture series that directly impact the lives of nurses, doctors and allied health professionals who make life better for children.

The heritage of nursing is rich at Children’s Health, which traces its roots back to a clinic started by Nurse May Forster Smith This scholarship is named for Nurse Smith, who began an open-air clinic for infants in 1913 That pioneering spirit continues in the 21st century The May Smith Scholars Program provides financial assistance for baccalaureate students interested in pediatric nursing

Thank you for selecting me to receive the honor of this scholarship I was brought to tears when I received the email letting me know I was selected for the May Smith Scholarship I am now given the opportunity to finish my education and obtain my BSN My family and I are beyond grateful and will continue to work together to ensure that your choice was not a mistake Thank you again! I can't wait to become a pediatric nurse!!” – Ariel Winchester I am honored to accept the May Smith Scholarship for 2021! Thank you for your generosity and willingness to support my passion to become a Registered Nurse! This scholarship will give me the opportunity to earn skills that will not only serve Children’s Health but to serve the surrounding communities following my graduation in 2023 ” – Chasity Webb Thank you so much… Your generosity will help me to achieve my dream of becoming a pediatric nurse Because of this scholarship some of the financial burden of nursing school is lifted, and I am able to focus more on my academics As I strive to be an outstanding student and then an exceptional nurse, I will forever remember how this program, and the awarded scholarship, has helped me along the way ” – Katelin Uzzell

The Grace Lee Scholarship for Clinical Education was established in honor of Grace Lee, a former patient at Children’s Health and in recognition of the exemplary care provided by clinical staff members who contributed to her comprehensive care This scholarship provides financial assistance for the continuing education of clinical employees who are direct caregivers at Children’s Health

Thank you so much for this scholarship I am currently pursuing my Master in Nursing Education I look forward to using the knowledge and skills I acquire to continue to promote Children’s mission of “making life better for children ” Thank you for this help in continuing to follow my dream of becoming a clinical nurse educator here at Children’s Health and for the impact it will help me have towards our patients ” – Janell Heygester Today my heart and spirit are filled with joy and gratitude This award means so much to me and the abundance in this gift will help to support me tremendously I am so very grateful to be working for such an amazing hospital that has provided this wonderful financial opportunity Working full-time and attending nursing school full-time has not been easy This scholarship not only helps me financially, but mentally and emotionally as well Thank you, thank you, thank you a thousand times!!!!!” – Bobby Martinez

This endowed fund supports the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Visiting Lecture series, in which national experts are invited to UT Southwestern and Children’s Health campuses as part of weekly Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Grand Round series This endowed research fund is given in honor of Cindy Brinker in support of research into childhood cancer and other blood-related diseases and disorders

Our capacity to utilize support from this fund has been incredibly valuable as we invite national experts to share their expertise in helping to educate our medical students, pediatric residents and clinical fellows At the same time, we can showcase our remarkable clinical and research programs in a way that can inspire new collaborations in patient care or research ” – Stephen X. Skapek, M.D, Division Director at Children’s Health Pauline Allen Gill Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders

The James J Farnsworth Health Career Scholarship offers educational support to students planning careers in pediatric health care The scholarship is named in honor of James J Farnsworth and was established from gifts to endowments made in tribute to Mr Farnsworth by his friends and colleagues Mr Farnsworth served as president of Children’s Medical Center Dallas for more than 30 years and was a fellow in the College of Healthcare Executives

I feel extremely honored to have received this award and am grateful for the impact it will have on my education After all the work I have devoted to my education thus far, I am excited to finally be starting my Physician Assistant master’s program this summer These funds will help me pay for my education more easily, giving me great freedom and peace as I enter into this valuable field that will impact the lives of so many children and families ” – Jenna Inman I simply cannot express how much this means to me! It’s an incredible honor to be supported by my community and this scholarship will go a long way in my efforts towards becoming a physician Children’s Health has made a significant impact on my education and goals and I can’t wait to give back in a few years to the same community that helped me along my journey Thank you so much!” – Sereena Jivraj

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