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A generous spirit and grateful heart Dr. and Mrs. Todd Hlavaty reach a giving milestone with the Foundation, contributing more than $100,000 to Great Plains Health projects that benefit patients
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n his role as a physician, Dr. Todd Hlavaty, radiation oncologist at Callahan Cancer Center, gets a firsthand glimpse at the impact of the Great Plains Health Care Foundation. “I can see directly what we give through the lives of our patients,” Dr. Hlavaty said. “The Foundation enhances my ability to practice, and it’s just incredible how it serves our community.”
“Be grateful for what you have, and find ways to express your gratitude,” Dr. Hlavaty said. “Find something you are passionate about, and indirectly and directly contribute. Supporting the Foundation is a way of expressing gratitude to everyone who has helped me along the way.”
This impact motivates Dr. Hlavaty and his wife, Julie, to be passionate supporters of the Foundation. So much so, Dr. and Mrs. Hlavaty hit a significant milestone in 2022. Their donations over the years now total more than $100,000. Dr. Hlavaty has been the medical director of the Callahan Cancer Center at Great Plains Health for nearly 27 years. His engagement with the Foundation began immediately, and he has served on its board of directors for the past seven years. Dr. and Mrs. Hlavaty say that giving provides a meaningful opportunity to reflect on the people and places that invest in your life.
“Find something you are passionate about, and indirectly and directly contribute. Supporting the Foundation is a way of expressing gratitude to everyone who has helped me along the way.” – Dr. Todd Hlavaty As a physician, Dr. Hlavaty says he carries a responsibility to be a leader in the delivery of health care. The new ER comes to his mind as an impactful Foundation project.
“Giving to the Foundation is essential. It shows that you believe in the cause and you believe in caring for patients in a more efficient manner,” Dr. Hlavaty said. Dr. and Mrs. Hlavaty have also enjoyed connecting with people during Foundation events throughout the year. The annual gala and golf tournament hold fun memories. “The golf tournament is always a good time, but it tends to be competitive,” Dr. Hlavaty reflected. “One year, we went to a hole and everyone hit out of bounds, so it was on me to make the shot. It was around a water hazard. I hit this magnificent shot and thought, ‘There’s no way it’ll make it in the water.’ And we get up there and it rolls right into the water.” The Foundation has brought Dr. and Mrs. Hlavaty fun experiences and valuable self-reflection over years, but Dr. Hlavaty is mindful of its true importance. “Health care and medicine is built around altruism,” Dr. Hlavaty said. “It’s something we must embrace and support through the Foundation.”
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Join Dr. and Mrs. Hlavaty in supporting our fundraising efforts for a new 3D tomosynthesis machine. Your gift ensures greater access to lifesaving technology that can help detect breast cancer early.