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Conquest Fall 2017
This issue of Conquest recognizes the sacrifice and dedication shown by MD Anderson doctors, nurses and staff before, during and after Hurricane Harvey in making sure care for patients was not interrupted. These stories are a testament to the strength of character so common among those who work at the nation¡¯s top cancer hospital, and they demonstrate the hospital¡¯s total commitment to its patients.
An unsinkable commitment to patients and each other
While a record-setting storm flooded many parts of the Houston area and the Gulf Coast, MD Anderson¡¯s workforce showed the power of teamwork by stepping up and doing whatever it took to maintain continuous care for patients
Meet the employees who made sure the patients and employees who rode out Harvey at the hospital didn't
have to worry about what was for dinner ... or breakfast or lunch
Powerful storm brings out the power of people and teamwork
Messages from Marshall Hicks, M.D., president ad interim
of MD Anderson, and Peter Pisters, M.D., the institution's incoming president, following Hurricane Harvey.
Marian Von-Maszewski¡¯s training and experience in crisis situations proved very valuable in her role as an incident commander during Harvey
University of Texas Police Department Assistant Police Chief Vicki King called on the Houston Police Department and the City of Houston for help in transporting vital blood donations and staff through the floodwaters
Chief Nursing Officer Carol Porter, D.N.P., has treated patients through blizzards, hurricanes and 9/11. Her training was valuable during the storm.
Jose Cortes, M.D., wouldn't let floodwaters keep him from the intensive care unit of the Children¡¯s Cancer Hospital
Extensive emergency planning, collaboration and a strong commitment to patients were crucial to the cancer center maintaining operations during the unprecedented event
How a hospital is prepped for the worst
By planning, preparing and working together, MD Anderson is ready to handle extreme situations such as Hurricane Harvey
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