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Daily Bread
I will praise the LORD all my life. Psalm 146:2
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The Leader is Baptist Memorial Health Care’s employee newsletter. Distributed every two weeks, it chronicles the latest news and events happening at Baptist entities, and it also includes feature stories on Baptist’s services and employees.
Previous issues are available here in Acrobat PDF format:
2011 Issues
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December 16, 2011
- Patti LaBelle entertains sellout crowd with recipes and healthy living tips
- Maintain personal information and view payroll details on the new Employee Self-Service
- Donate to the 2011 United Way Campaign
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December 2, 2011
- Medical-minded students gain health care experience in the BMHCC Scholars Program
- Coping with loss during the holidays can be easier through maintaining traditions
- Baptist corporate communications team earns eight MarCom Awards
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November 18, 2011
- Veterans Day celebration at Baptist DeSoto pays tribute to those who serve
- Baptist Memphis earns 16th consecutive Consumer Choice award
- Baptist seeks area residents' input on community needs
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November 4, 2011
- Baptist North Mississippi implements enhanced physician application
- Tuition deferral program benefits BCHS students and Baptist Memorial Health Care
- Baptist Rehab-Germantown holds annual 5K to benefit neurologic patients
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October 21, 2011
- Take the Baptist Leader survey online for a chance to win a $100 gift card
- Breast cancer survivor attributes yearly mammogram to saving her life
- Health and Human Service recognizes Baptist Memphis' quality efforts
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October 7, 2011
- Baptist Memorial Health Care entities welcome new managers and directors
- Baptist Memorial Medical Group acquires three primary care clinics
- Former high school football star finds balance at Baptist Huntingdon
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September 23, 2011
- BMMG announces formation of Integrity Oncology Foundation
- Getting to know Dr. Darrell Sneed
- New robotic surgical technology arrives at three Baptist hospitals
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September 9, 2011
- Baptist Memphis unveils new cancer treatment tool
- Baptist Memorial Medical Group acquires Memphis Lung Physicians
- Leapfrog Group results comfirm commitment to safety
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August 26, 2011
- Football player learns to walk again at Baptist Rehab-Germantown after hit and run
- State approves certificate of need for Baptist comprehensive cancer center
- Baptist signs final agreement for North Mississippi hospital
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August 12, 2011
- Baptist hospitals recognize nurses with DAISY Awards
- Former NICU patient pursues nursing education through University of Memphis
- BMMG announces formation of comprehensive Family Cancer Center Foundation
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July 29, 2011
- Getting kids ready to return to school begins with proper sleep schedule
- Ask the Expert: Preparing for your doctor's appointment
- Baptist Trinity volunteer finds strength through work at hospice house
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July 15, 2011
- Baptist creative services department recognized with top awards
- Two Baptist hospitals recognized nationally
- Baptist Huntingdon awards Shelby Taylor with health care scholarship
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June 30, 2011
- Baptist nurses invited to participate in commemorative cookbook
- Getting to know Dr. Andre Grisham
- Baptist Memorial hospitals welcome new managers and directors
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June 17, 2011
- Warrington named chairman of the board for Chamber of Commerce
- BCHS offers new medical laboratory science degree for fall 2012
- Baptist Golden Triangle acquires new oncology technology
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June 3, 2011
- BCHS recognizes faculty member who goes above and beyond expectations
- Help recent disaster victims
- Pillow of comfort
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May 20, 2011
- Baptist nurse recruiter proves dreams can come true with release of novel
- Baptist takes leadership to the next level
- Proven option for sinus surgery now available at Baptist DeSoto
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May 6, 2011
- John Lacy returns to Baptist as assistant vice president of human resources
- Getting to know Dr. Joshua Dillon
- Vestibular disorders manageable through variety of physical therapies
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April 21, 2011
- Baptist DeSoto upgraded to Level III trauma center
- Smith earns DAISY Award at Baptist Memphis
- Proper diet and nutrition can lead to heart-healthy life
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April 8, 2011
- Baptist DeSoto volunteer's dedication to service honored at 90th birthday party
- Getting to know Dr. Robert Humphreys
- U.S. News and World Report names Baptist hospitals 'high performing'
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March 25, 2011
- James Grantham named assistant administrator at Baptist Union County
- Baptist to host annual Girls' Day Out
- Ask the Expert: Spring Allergies
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March 11, 2011
- Baptist provides free health screenings at Women’s Heart Sunday
- Getting to know Dr. Arie Szatkowski
- NEA Baptist Health System to begin construction on new facilities
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February 25, 2011
- Bar-coding system improves patient safety through electronic verification
- Moore receives DAISY Award at Baptist DeSoto
- Heart of Caring: Hospice house provides comfortable atmosphere for patients
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February 11, 2011
- Baptist Collierville offers patients a new lease on life with Bioness rehab system
- BCHS provides real life patient experience for students
- Reynae Bennett named Baptist’s first nurse leadership coach
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January 28, 2011
- Chief operating officer celebrates 29 years with Baptist at career celebration
- NEA Baptist showcases new medical technology at open house
- Survey names Baptist has the highest ranked health care system in the Mid-South
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January 14, 2011
- Baptist announces leadership changes
- BMMG announces partnership with Stern Cardiovascular Center
- Baptist Golden Triangle administrator graduates from state leadership program
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2010 Issues
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December 30, 2010
- Operation Outreach provides for those in need with Tree of Faith, Hope and Love
- Baptist Tipton colleagues credit annual training for quick response to stairwell fire
- Baptist hospitals welcome new managers and directors
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December 17, 2010
- Gordon recognized with inaugural MCHE Lifetime Achievement Award
- Money Matters: Stay safe when shopping online
- Baptist Golden Triangle welcomes new managers and directors
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December 3, 2010
- Corporate communications colleagues take on new roles
- Baptist hosts second free flu shot event
- Baptist Minor Medical Center welcomes new director
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November 19, 2010
- Local quilt guild makes nearly 70 lap quilts for Baptist Trinity hospice patients
- Murphy receives certification in vestibular rehabilitation
- Nevels named executive director of Baptist Foundation
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November 5, 2010
- Cade named president of MHA’s Prairie Hospital Council
- From the CDC: Flu Vaccine
- BCHS receives grant from HRSA to purchase educational equipment
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October 22, 2010
- Baptist celebrates 25 years of transplants with new campaign
- From the CDC: Flu Facts
- Baptist DeSoto receives maximum accreditation for rehab services
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October 8, 2010
- Breast cancer survivors celebrate victory at Baptist’s second Pink Tie Event
- Baptist DeSoto hosts free flu shot event
- Baptist Memphis recognized nationally for glucose control
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September 24, 2010
- Baptist employment services streamlines application process with new system
- Baptist Rehabilitation-Germantown receives maximum accreditation
- Baptist hospitals announce open enrollment dates
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September 10, 2010
- Baptist DeSoto chosen to participate in FDA clinical trial
- Baptist North Mississippi nurse saved a life on vacation
- Baptist colleagues to participate in fall fundraising walks
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August 27, 2010
- Baptist DeSoto kicks off Habitat for Humanity project with meet and greet
- Overloaded backpacks can cause health concerns in children
- Foster named MPhA Distinguished Young Pharmacist
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August 13, 2010
- Holifield finds joy in helping others heal
- Baptist mourns the loss of colleagues
- Baptist Foundation to host annual Art of Caring auction
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July 30, 2010
- NEA Baptist celebrates groundbreaking of integrated health care system
- Operation Outreach helps Memphis woman strive for a better future
- Parsons named administrator at Baptist Union City
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July 16, 2010
- Baptist DeSoto’s Volunteen program offers up-close health care experience
- Shuntay Carter begins yearlong Groner Fellowship
- Baptist Huntingdon awards health care scholarship to local student
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July 2, 2010
- Basket of HOPE brings joy to families
- Baptist announces leadership changes
- Proper hydration and outdoor safety can prevent heat stroke and other illnesses
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June 18, 2010
- Volunteers build hope for Habitat family
- Baptist announces new medical group management team
- Farber joins Baptist Trinity as advance care planner
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June 4, 2010
- Baptist Collierville prayer garden offers place of peace for patients and loved ones
- Baptist and Davis Vision launch partnership to assist homeless Memphians
- Baptist copywriter's debut novel set for early 2012 release
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May 21, 2010
- Baptist North Mississippi’s C.A.R.E.S. program aids autistic children
- Baptist kicks off Moments that Matter campaign May 11
- Baptist Union County opens expanded newborn nursery
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May 6, 2010
- Baptist nurses named to Celebrate Nursing’s Excellent 11
- Baptist Memphis SIM lab center to open
May 11
- Baptist Golden Triangle honors volunteers
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April 23, 2010
- Hospice volunteers provide 'little seeds of kindness' to terminally ill patients
- Joint Venture eases the minds of joint replacement patients
- BCHS recognizes Wientjes with DAISY Award
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April 9, 2010
- Baptist pays tribute to Hospital Wing crew killed in March accident
- Baptist Women's Hospital recognizes dedicated colleagues
- Baptist to host annual Girls' Day Out
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March 26, 2010
- Abbay receives Young Dietitian award
- Local sponsors present Mid-South Baby Expo
- Golden Triangle donates to MSMS Foundation
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March 12, 2010
- Mississippi Nurses Association names Baptist DeSoto Hospital of the Year
- Baptist hospitals promote MRSA safety tactics
- Baptist colleagues contribute to Haiti relief efforts
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Feb. 26, 2010
- Volunteer provides inspiration to patients
- Baptist Collierville earns BlueCross distinction
- Kennedy named president-elect of Mississippi Health Care Executives board
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Feb. 12, 2010
- Baptist Home Medical Equipment named quality respiratory care provider
- Baptist North Mississippi named breast imaging center of excellence
- Baptist creates end-of-life task force
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Jan. 29, 2010
- Baptist and NEA Clinic announce new not-for-profit health system
- Baptist Foundation provides relief to earthquake victims
- Edmonds joins Baptist DeSoto as director of pastoral care
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Jan. 15, 2010
- Baptist releases 2009 community benefit report
- Booneville doctor finds joy in healthy hobby
- Baptist DeSoto begins monthly heart patient support group
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2009 Issues
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Dec. 31, 2009
- Baptist Women's Hospital provides hope to newborns with cool-cap
- Maddox receives Distinguished Service Award
- Baptist Rehabilitation-Germantown provides Christmas gifts to Head Start students
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Dec. 18, 2009
- Baptist DeSoto to offer smoking cessation program
- Baptist hospitals receive grants for new programs
- Baptist Memphis collects toys for Porter-Leath
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Dec. 4, 2009
- Baptist Memphis earns 14th Consumer Choice award
- Baptist Huntingdon celebrates Veterans Day
- Baptist Golden Triangle welcomes new managers and directors
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Nov. 20, 2009
- Celebrating more than 50 years of service
- United Way campaign begins Dec. 1
- Baptist Rehabilitation-Germantown sponsors Gobble Wobble 5K at Germantown Athletic Club
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Nov. 6, 2009
- Baptist Trinity's Camp Good Grief aids grieving children in Alaska
- Baptist colleagues participate in Komen Race for the Cure
- Booker named Volunteer of the Year
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Oct. 23, 2009
- McCallister receives state HR service award
- Baptist Booneville received ACR accreditation
- Celebrating 20 years in Oxford
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Oct. 9, 2009
- Baptist raises more than $80,000 for Heart Walk
- 51 Teams participate in Cardiac Classic
- Celebrating survivors at the Pink Tie Event
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Sept. 24, 2009
- A day of helping out
- Reception honors ICU and respiratory therapy staff
- New rules, penalties for violating HIPAA guidelines
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Sept. 11, 2009
- Teamwork doesn't make it easy; it makes it easier
- Getting patient satisfaction continuity
- Mayor still ticking after mock heart attack
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Aug. 28, 2009
- Chandler named administrator; Little to oversee metro hospitals
- Systemwide preparation for seasonal flu
- Office of e-health initiatives joins new statewide electronic health information partnership
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Aug. 14, 2009
- Baptist Foundation to host charity art auction
- Building a base of evidence for future leadership
- The only thing missing was the brand new Cadillac
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July 31, 2009
- Baptist to launch new intranet
- Transforming care starts at the bedside
- Helping children cope with grief
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July 17, 2009
- New comforts, amenities at new Women's Health Center
- Getting through that first year
- Concrete poured for Hospice House
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July 3, 2009
- Ribbon-cutting for new ER
- Research helps smallest patients
- Breaking ground on education center
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June 19, 2009
- Reminder of a life of service—Dr. Garrett Sr.
- CRASH into a clinical career
- Ready for a new era of education and clinical practice
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June 5, 2009
- Missions to spread the message of healing
- Spring Above & Beyond campaign set to begin
- BBB warns against H1N1 Flu scams
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May 22, 2009
- Lana moves in
- H1N1 flu update
- Mays & Schnapp celebrate 30 years
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May 8, 2009
- Swine Flu Update
- What's ailing you?
- Safety matters - Better check again
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Apr. 24, 2009
- Front-line changes from the front line
- Getting results for diabetes management
- Surveys offer chance to change workplace
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Apr. 10, 2009
- BLI introduces fourth class
- Dent honored with Nightengale Award
- Baptist Trinity Hospice House Campaign update
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Mar. 27, 2009
- A loyal Life—Jerry Brantley to retire April 3
- Safety Matters—Anticipate and adapt to meet needs of two patients
- Antepartum unit receives gift from the cosmos
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Mar. 13, 2009
- Colleagues contribute $1 million to Hospice House campaign
- Building a home
- Watridge names medical society president
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Feb. 27, 2009
- Creating a safe workplace
- Baptist nursing incorporates research and practice
- Baptist Trinity Hospice House employee campaign reaching new heights
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Feb. 13, 2009
- Baptist implements discount program
- A place for inspiration
- A gift of appreciation
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Jan. 30, 2009
- The Baptist Blues man
- Foundation unveils new Web site
- Baptist to host eighth women's heart Sunday event
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Jan. 16, 2009
- The future of health care
- Survey results show demand for patient experiences
- Pastoral and palliative care meet; discuss care roles
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Jan. 2, 2009
- Community benefit reaches all-time high
- Baptist to build Habitat home
- Ferguson appointed to statewide nursing organization board
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2008 Issues
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Dec. 19, 2008
- Baptist Huntingdon nurses receive awards
- Local efforts help global missions
- It's hard enough being a kid
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Dec. 5, 2008
- Baptist Union City offers new procedure to treat AAA
- Privacy, ID theft tops concerns
- Cast of "Hairspray" visits patient in transplant unit at Baptist Memphis
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Nov. 21, 2008
- Baptist Women's Health Center named center of excellence
- Love and support in a shoe box
- Baptist Tipton hires in-hospital physicians
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Nov. 7, 2008
- Hand hygiene protects patients as well as employees
- Race for the Cure
- Camp Good Grief for Teens
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Oct. 24, 2008
- Dr. Johnson received Pillar Award
- Putting patient care on their terms
- Baptist tops St. Francis
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Oct. 10, 2008
- Behavioral health fills community need
- Taking to the streets to help homeless individuals and families
- Baptist leadership leads United Way campaign
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Sept. 26, 2008
- Baptist Memphis named to list of hospital quality leaders
- Early intervention is the key to patient outcomes
- Newborn ICU patients, families, clinicians reunite
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Sept. 12, 2008
- Camp Good Grief celebrates 10 years of helping children, teens and adults
- Camp Good Grief: A Decade of finding fun again
- Heroes of camp
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Aug. 29, 2008
- An art to caring
- Neon program offers bright future for children, health care
- Therapy's more fun for rehab patients when it's a game
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Aug. 15, 2008
- Baptist Union City names new administrator
- Baptist Collierville adds hospitalists
- Camp Good Grief - Message received
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Aug. 1, 2008
- Two Baptist hospitals named among Mid=South's best values
- Pipeline to patient perceptions
- Graham appointed to federal panel
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July 18, 2008
- A CRASH Course to beginning a career
- In a time of need
- Baptist Rehab-Germantown launches prediabetes program
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July 3, 2008
- Ministry of community
- Going over old times
- Baptist colleagues raise more than $8,000 for March of Dimes
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June 20, 2008
- Don't take a deep breath for granted
- Trilogy offers pinpoint treatment
- A story good enough for a motion picture
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June 6, 2008
- A clinical future
- New suite features privacy, comfort for patients
- Colleagues attend Diversity Memphis dinner
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May 23, 2008
- Spring Above & Beyond campaign set to begin
- Know before you go - Expense Navigator
- Day program helps therapy patients take next step
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May 9, 2008
- Getting patients where they need to be
- McGarvey to receive honor as outstanding alum
- BCHS produces more than 100 graduates
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Apr. 25, 2008
- Baptist Women's Hospital named Center for Comprehensive Women's Care
- Doing whatever's needed to help patients and clinicians
- Getting results more quickly
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Apr. 11, 2008
- Baptist breaks ground for Hospice House
- Autusm program offers support for children and parents
- Baptist Memphis raises money for March of Dimes
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Mar. 28, 2008
- Call center keeps everyone in the loop
- Care group recognizes critical care unit
- Patient satisfaction survey results going public
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Mar. 14, 2008
- Baptist North Mississippi receives grant for disaster response
- Employee, physician groups create responsive work environment
- The Glo Germ tells its own story
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Feb. 29, 2008
- NEA Baptist transition going well
- Steele visits pain clinic after a fowl encounter
- Baptist Leadership Institute prepares future Baptist leaders
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Feb. 15, 2008
- Ceremony to dedicate former Baptist buildings
- Baptist Memorial Health Care named among top 100 health networks
- Baptist Minor Medical Center moves to new location
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Feb. 1, 2008
- Baptist Memphis ranked in top 5 percent in nation
- Baptist North Mississippi: Initiative seeks regional consistency
- The President's Corner - Special Report: The MED
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Jan. 18, 2008
- Baptist partners with Aetna for insurance claims
- NEA Baptist names new administrator
- Memphis churches answer the challenge
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Jan. 4, 2008
- Christmas Around the System
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2007 Issues
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Dec. 21, 2007
- Baptist Trinity Hospice House Receives Certificate of Need Approval
- Keeping Informed of Hospital Business
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Dec. 7, 2007
- BCHS Students Tour MERI
- Baptist Operation Outreach Prepares for Expansion
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Nov. 21, 2007
- ALL-OUT: Baptist Colleagues Clear the Air
- Baptist Memphis Seeks Daisies
- Baptist Minor Meds Honored for Support of Teen Programs
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Nov. 9, 2007
- NEA Clinic, Baptist Make Partnership Official
- Baptist Going Tobacco Free Systemwide
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Oct. 26, 2007
- Baptist Memorial Health Care Donates More Than $3 Million to Health Care Education
- Baptist Switched to Press Ganey
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Oct. 12, 2007
- Go Live, Go Smooth
- Baptist Colleagues Walk to Benefit Homeless
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Sept. 28, 2007
- Coach Ken Carter Speaks to Downtown Boys and Girls Club
- Walk to Benefit Baptist’s Signature Community Outreach Program
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Sept. 14, 2007
- Time to Sit and Talk: Hospice Volunteer Always Makes Time for a Visit
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August 31, 2007
- Foundation Changes Fund-raising Calendar: Above & Beyond Moves to Spring
- Baptist Supports International Research Facility
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August 17, 2007
- Fulfillment and Challenge Attract Many to Change Fields
- CARF Gives Baptist Germantown Maximum Accreditation
- Baptist Accepts Applications for Teen Camp Good Grief: Weekend Camp Helps Teens Learn to Cope with Grief
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August 3, 2007
- Service First Singing at DeSoto
- Baptist Going Completely Direct Deposit
- A New Service First: Teams Work to Make Over Service Initiative
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July 20, 2007
- Baptist Corporate Communications Department Wins National Award For Baptist DeSoto Bed Tower Opening Campaign
- Department Exceeds Goal; Sends 10 Kids to Camp
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July 6, 2007
- Baptist Trinity to File Certificate of Need For Area’s First Residential Hospice Home
- Helping Missions Accomplish Their Missions: For 15 years, CrossLink Has
Outfitted Mission Trips With Donated Medical Supplies
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June 22, 2007
- A Lifetime of Helping Others - Richard L. DeSaussure Jr.: Recipient of Baptist Memorial Health Care Foundation Award of Distinction for Emeritus Physicians
- HOM Implementation A Success
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June 8, 2007
- New Staffing Program Gets Good Reviews
- A Decade of Service to Homeless Patients
- The First Step in Quality Care
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May 25, 2007
- Implantable Device Strengthens Heart Contraction
- Baby Talk: Weekly Support Group Allows Moms to Share Information
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May 11, 2007
- New Treadmill Enhances Therapy
- Baptist, Other Health Care Systems Go Tobacco-Free
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April 27, 2007
- Homeless Health Care Enters New Decade
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April 13, 2007
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