Welcome to the latest issue of Promise magazine.

In this issue, we celebrate the incredible stories of hope, healing and generosity that make
Cook Children’s such a special place.

We’ll meet inspiring leaders like Stan Davis, who champions teamwork to deliver exceptional care for every child. You’ll also hear about the heartwarming generosity of partners like the Luka Doncic Foundation, who bring holiday cheer to patients in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

Cook Children’s is committed to providing hope for a brighter future, and we’ll explore the resources available at our Behavioral Health Center and the stories of patients like Owen, who bravely battles cystic fibrosis.

We’re so grateful for the dedication of our community partners. Read about Albert Trujillo of Fort Worth Billiards and Steve Amburn of Cara Young Fish for Life Tournaments, both of whom are making a difference in the lives of our patients.

Throughout the magazine, you’ll also discover stories of innovation, like the Sara Stedy device that’s transforming care in our Transitional Care Unit (TCU) and Rehab Care Unit (RCU), and the Meds to Beds program that ensures a smooth transition home for our patients.

We’re inspired by young philanthropists like Lena, whose Froggy’s Dream jewelry business donates to Cook Children’s. And we’ll hear from Mark Rybczyk, a longtime supporter who recently auctioned off his childhood baseball card collection to benefit our patients.

Finally, we’ll share some of the exciting things happening around Cook Children’s, including our recognition as a top team and our ongoing efforts to tackle childhood obesity.

Thank you for being a part of our Promise to do everything for the child. We hope you enjoy this issue!

With gratitude, 

Rick W. Merrill
President and CEO,
Cook Children’s
Health Care System