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Patrick Smith

Patrick Smith, internal communications manager for Methodist Health System, has over a decade of experience writing and editing for newspapers and other publications. He enjoys meeting new people and telling stories that highlight Methodist's mission to deliver The Meaning of Care.

TIPS assessment Buddy McClinton

Family Health

TIPS program helps Methodist NICU babies maximize their development

Sofios

Inspiring Stories

A family’s passion for care: Mother, 2 daughters chase their dreams at Methodist Women’s Hospital

RISE Melissa Strong

Mental Health

RISE program gives Methodist staffers ‘a relief valve’ after stressful events

Kris and Jerry Wiser

Inspiring Stories

‘Another chance at life’: Husband’s CPR training, Jennie Edmundson’s expert care help save woman after heart attack

Thoracic surgeon Karin Trujillo, MD

Today's Medicine

Thoracic surgeon expands the reach of robotic surgery at Methodist

Marlene Turner

The Meaning of Care Magazine

Laughter Is Cancer Survivor’s Not-so-Secret Weapon

DeAnn Varilek

The Meaning of Care Magazine

‘It’s Who We Are’: Fremont Health Foundation’s Caring Coworkers Fund Helps Employees Weather the Storm

Georgene Schaben

Cancer Care

Early Detection, Positive Attitude Are Key to Iowa Woman’s Lung Cancer Battle

Colleen Steinhauser and Matthew Sobczyk

Our People

‘Not the Scout Camp You Remember’: Methodist Employees Take The Meaning of Care to Jamborees Attended by Thousands

Rex Melegrito

The Meaning of Care Magazine

After Motorcycle Crash, Jennie Edmundson's Advanced Wound Center Helped Him Return to What He Loves