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Pleased to see
@MDAndersonNews
is, once again, No. 1 in the nation for cancer care. This exceptional achievement was earned by all of our MD Anderson teammates and all who support our mission to
#EndCancer
.
As we strive to
#EndCancer
with cutting-edge research and treatment, we are honored to be trusted by our patients and to again be ranked No. 1 in cancer care by
@USNews
.
Read more:
#BestHospitals
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Thank you to
@astros
shortstop
@TeamCJCorrea
for stopping by
@MDAndersonNews
on your day off during the World Series to visit a young man with cancer. Your efforts on and off the field inspire us all.
#TwoMissions
:
#TakeitBack
#Endcancer
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Tonight, we
@MDAnderson
mourn the loss of Emil Freireich. A giant of modern medicine, his impact on the field of cancer is beyond compare. His wisdom, passion and exacting standards set a bar for all of us to emulate in our work to
#EndCancer
:
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Q - Where would I be on the day that we announce our
#1
status? A - practicing what I preach: cancer screening and prevention saves lives. Time for my screening colonoscopy
@MDAndersonNews
!
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What a tremendous honor for
@MDAndersonNews
’ Dr. Stephen Hahn, named the next
@US_FDA
Commissioner. Steve’s passion for patient health and innovation will be a true benefit to the nation. Congratulations!
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What a great morning celebrating Dr. Jim Allison,
@mdandersonnews
’ first
#NobelPrize
recipient! Thanks to all of our employees and patients who helped us congratulate Jim on this incredible accomplishment and thank him for his commitment to Making Cancer History.
#endcancer
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Today we announce with excitement that
@MDAndersonNews
' world class, comprehensive cancer care is coming to Austin. We are bringing our research-driven patient care, our compassion and empathy, our nation-leading patient experience, and the largest cancer clinical trials program
“Together we have already fostered meaning collaborations between our institutions… now they will flourish,” says
@MDAndersonNews
President Dr.
@ppisters
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Many of us are experiencing heartache over the loss of George Floyd, and feel pain as we witness the plague of racism and intolerance in our country. We stand together
@MDAndersonNews
to find solutions and to do better for all of humanity.
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I love my first born son and I am so privileged and thankful to be the father of 2 amazing girls who have enriched our lives in immeasurable ways. The love of fathers for their daughters has been so poignantly highlighted this week by Kobe and Vanessa. ❤️
#GirlDads
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Weekend Conversations: With Dr. Anthony Fauci and
@JacksonLeeTX18
on a variety of COVID-19 issues including testing, tracing, vaccines, and the pathway to herd immunity.
@MDAndersonNews
is exceptionally well positioned. Our vulnerable patients are securely protected. Thank you!
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This
@NobelPrize
is an incredible and well-deserved achievement for Dr. Allison and a history-making event for
@MDAndersonNews
.
#NobelPrize
#immunotherapy
#endcancer
JUST IN: Congratulations to our Dr. Jim Allison, who has jointly won the 2018
#NobelPrize
in Physiology or Medicine, for his
#immunotherapy
research.
@NobelPrize
#endcancer
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I am humbled, honoured, and excited to be named sole finalist for President of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
.
@ppisters
named sole finalist for
@MDAndersonNews
presidency in Regents' last official motion in Ashbel Smith Hall.
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Proud to see
@MDAndersonNews
make
@Forbes
' list of America's Best Large Employers. Our 21,000 cancer fighters are our greatest asset, and I'm proud of all that they do to make MD Anderson an exceptional place to receive cancer care -- and work:
#endcancer
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On the 1st day of 2019, I reflect upon my 1st year
@MDAndersonNews
. I am so honored and privileged to serve 20,000 teammates at the
#1
cancer center. Together, we are Making Cancer History. BTW, this extraordinary collage of Year 1 was a creative holiday gift from our
#3
child!
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Game Day
@UTAustin
! I have a great teammate in
@JCHartzell
as we work together for Texas. What Starts Here Changes The World by Making Cancer History.
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Pleased to announce
@ca_chung
as
@MDAndersonNews
' first Chief Data Officer. As part of our Strategy, data enablement and data science will unlock a critical understanding of cancer. Excited to see Caroline's incredible talents leading this vital effort.
#EndCancer
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Humbled and honored by the privilege afforded to me today to serve as the president of University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
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John Mendelsohn set the bar high as a physician-scientist, servant leader and
@MDAndersonNews
president. As we mourn him, I'm grateful for his amazing example, the wisdom and guidance he gave me, and all he did to advance cancer research, prevention, education and patient care.
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Our hearts are heavy as we remember
@GeorgeHWBush
and express gratitude for his leadership, philanthropic support and unwavering dedication to
@MDAndersonNews
mission. We renew our commitment to honor our friend's generosity, compassion and vision for a world without cancer.
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Congratulations to
@MDAndersonNews
' new Chief Medical Executive,
@WTereffeMD
. A terrific servant leader w/a strong EQ, Welela's commitment to our patients, our providers and our mission is undeniable. Proud to welcome her to our Executive Leadership Team.
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Proud for
@MDAndersonNews
to be ranked as the nation’s leader in cancer care by
@USNews
. This
#1
ranking is a reminder of our responsibilities to those we serve, and it drives our unwavering commitment to our mission to
#EndCancer
.
#BestHospitals
MD Anderson is proud to be
#1
in the nation for cancer care in
@USNews
’ “Best Hospitals” ranking.
We're grateful for all of you who make this possible: our faculty, employees, trainees, students, donors, advocates, patients and caregivers.
#EndCancer
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What an honor to receive this recognition based on feedback provided by
@MDAndersonNews
’ employees. This is a testament to our 22,000 teammates who have worked together like never before to support our patients and each other through a once-in-a-century pandemic.
#EndCancer
Congratulations to MD Anderson President Peter Pisters, M.D., who has been named a Top CEO by
@GlassDoor
. He ranks No. 3 on the Employees’ Choice Award for the 100 Top CEOs in 2021 U.S. Large companies list.
See the list:
@PPisters
#TopCEOs
#EndCancer
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Proud to see
@MDAndersonNews
ranked No. 1 in cancer by
@USNews
. This recognition is truly a testament to each of you, and I am grateful for how our team, 22,000-strong, came together as
#OneMDAnderson
to support each other, our patients and their families during the past year.
MD Anderson is honored to be No. 1 in cancer in
@USNews
’ annual “Best Hospitals” ranking. We celebrate all who’ve made this possible: our patients and their families, our employees, trainees, donors, volunteers and advocates.
#BestHospitals
#EndCancer
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Dr. John Mendelsohn becomes
@MDAndersonNews
first President Emeritus this week as he retires from his 22 years of service here. John has made an incredible impact on this institution and on cancer, and every day I am personally inspired and motivated by his example.
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Landed back in Houston and so thrilled and proud to see this
@MDAndersonNews
message in the
@HobbyAirport
terminal! Indeed, the ultimate prize will be when we
#endcancer
. We are the team that can finally do it!!
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The
#HPVvaccine
is one of the most effective strategies we have for preventing cancer – and it is safe. This National Immunization Awareness Month, I encourage parents to vaccinate their kids so we can
#endcancer
for future generations: .
#VaccinesWork
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Immunotherapy’s significance as a form of cancer treatment will be felt for generations to come, thanks to Jim Allison’s game-changing research. Congratulations, Jim, on your
#NobelPrize
, and thank you for your commitment to cancer patients.
#endcancer
Congrats to our Dr. Jim Allison, who accepted the
#NobelPrize
today in Sweden. Allison’s pioneering work has led to new and effective
#cancer
therapies that train the immune system to attack cancer.
Learn more about Dr. Allison and his work:
#endcancer
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Our teams
@MDAndersonNews
stand united in response to
#COVID19
driven by resilience, compassion and an unwavering work ethic. My sincerest thanks to our 22,000 teammates for all you are doing to advance our mission while protecting our patients, our community and each other.
Our deepest gratitude goes out to our MD Anderson faculty and staff who have tirelessly shown their commitment and passion for caring for our cancer patients, and who are helping to control the spread of
#COVID19
in the community. We are in this together.
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Excellent meeting today with Texas Governor
@GregAbbott_TX
- discussing healthcare, evolution of
@MDAndersonNews
, cancer research, innovation, strategic industry ventures, and our collaborations across the
@utsystem
to enhance cancer care across Texas.
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We
@MDAndersonNews
are extremely proud of the many amazing people who have made this recognition possible: our patients and their loved ones who entrust us with their care, and our faculty, employees, trainees, students, volunteers, donors and advocates.
#EndCancer
We’re honored to again be ranked No. 1 in
#cancer
care in
@USNews
’
#BestHospitals
survey.
Thank you to our patients for trusting us with your care, and to our 22,000 employees for your commitment to our patients, to each other and to
#EndCancer
.
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We
@MDAndersonNews
are proud and grateful for this honor. It's a privilege for our 20,000 employees and 1,000 volunteers to serve those counting on us and to partner with supportive friends, donors, leaders and community advocates to
#endcancer
.
We’re proud to again be ranked the nation’s top hospital for
#cancer
care, according to
@usnews
:
#endcancer
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Humbled to work my first shift as an
@MDAndersonNews
volunteer this morning. Katherine and I enjoyed welcoming our patients to MD Anderson. This blue jacket carries great responsibility, and I am moved by our volunteers' dedication to our patients and their families.
#endcancer
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Always happy to give to the
@MDAndersonNews
Blood Bank, especially as we face a critical blood shortage due to
#COVID19
. Grateful to all those who are taking the time to donate to this vital patient lifeline.
#EndCancer
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.
@MDAndersonNews
This is an extraordinary privilege and I look forward to working with this incredible team to serve cancer patients around the world.
#endcancer
We’re proud to welcome
@ppisters
today as our fifth full-time president in MD Anderson’s 76-year history:
#endcancer
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As we come together as a community to
#FlattenTheCurve
this graphic from
@alxdrk
says it all. More people in the purple area = more deaths. Please stay home and avoid becoming a transmitter and thereby help us to tend to the very ill.
#WeCanDoIt
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What an honor of a lifetime! Thanks to the Houston
@Astros
for allowing me to throw tonight's first pitch on behalf of
@MDAndersonNews
. With the same grit and passion shown by the Astros, our MD Anderson teammates are following our own World Series pursuit to
#EndCancer
.
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Friday's event
@MDAndersonNews
is one that will never be forgotten by our 20,000 employees as we celebrate Dr. Allison's
#NobelPrize
. Quite simply, it is the pride and joy of all of us reflected in the passion and emotion of Making Cancer History!
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As the weekend draws to a close, we have vaccinated more than 3600 MD Anderson teammates with a safe, seamless, highly organized process. On behalf of all protected, we thank our outstanding leaders including
@WTereffeMD
@CarolPorterDNP
@rouxpharm
@svargheseCHRO
and dozens more!
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Great to see you in NYC
@DrVickersMSK
! With
@Astros
vs.
@Yankees
in the
#ALCS
– representing our outstanding cities and cancer centers,
@MDAndersonNews
and
@MSKCancerCenter
– how about a fun challenge? If we win, dinner is on you and you wear Astros gear of my choice?
#EndCancer
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Delighted to celebrate with
@MDAndersonNews
and
@UTHealth
at
#UTHealthCommencement
today. Congratulations to the graduates of our joint school of Biomedical Sciences and thank you
@JJWatt
for an inspiring commencement speech!
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We
@MDAndersonNews
are honored to join forces with the
@HoustonDynamo
in an effort to
#endcancer
. This unique collaboration will provide a platform for educating millions of fans on how they can reduce their
#cancer
risk and engage in our efforts toward Making Cancer History.
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.
@MDAndersonNews
is proud to join forces with
@HoustonDash
and continue our valued collaboration with
@HoustonDynamo
. With one goal in mind —
#endcancer
— we are excited to work with these phenomenal teams and educate fans on ways to reduce cancer risk and advance our mission.
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Health care systems that put protective measures in place early in an epidemic are more successful in containing an infection and meeting the capacity to serve. This is exactly
@MDAndersonNews
' intent as we take proactive steps to minimize the risk of
#COVID2019
in our community.
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News over the weekend around
#COVID19
may lead to high levels of stress and anxiety.
Remember to take some time to practice these essential self-care tips to help you and your loved ones stay calm and maintain perspective. Together, we will get through this.
#FlattenTheCurve
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As we celebrate
#PrideMonth
and this week's landmark SCOTUS ruling to protect LGBT employees, I am so grateful for the contributions of
@MDAndersonNews
' LGBT community and the engaged work of our LGBT Employee Network. Together, we remain committed to ensuring equality for all.
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Merry Christmas, happy holidays, and thank you to
@MDAndersonNews
cancer fighting caregivers who selflessly serve our patients, families, and our communities with passion and commitment to mission - every day including Christmas Day 2017.
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Our
@MDAndersonNews
team mourns the passing of Chief Patient Experience Officer Dr. Michael Frumovitz. He was an exceptional physician who dedicated his professional career to extending and bettering the lives of our patients. He was also an extraordinary colleague, friend and
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Our
@MDAndersonNews
community congratulates 2021
@UTSystem
Regents' Outstanding Teaching Award recipient
@CDTzeng
. Thank you for your extraordinary dedication to educating and mentoring the next generation of cancer experts working toward our mission to
#EndCancer
.
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Congratulations to the
@MDAndersonNews
faculty who are being honored at
#ASCO18
. Looking forward to connecting this weekend with leading minds in the field of oncology.
#endcancer
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Today,
@MDAndersonNews
was thrilled to launch the Institute for Data Science in Oncology, which will be dedicated to transforming the lives of cancer patients through the most advanced data science, artificial intelligence and computational approaches. (1/2)
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As another amazing week
@MDAndersonNews
draws to a close, we enjoy sunset from the greatest cancer center in the world!
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Congratulations to
@MDAndersonNews
'
@JFueyoMargareto
and
@VGPrieto14
for their election as 2021
@AAAS
Fellows. This profound honor recognizes their outstanding contributions to cancer research and their relentless commitment to advancing our mission to
#EndCancer
.
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Today, I received my volunteer "blue coat" to be an
@MDAndersonNews
Patient Navigator! I proudly join our more than 1,000 dedicated volunteers who each day help to make a difference for our patients and families.
#endcancer
@TaddPullin
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Celebrating 2018 American Nobel Prize winners including our very own Dr. Jim Allison with
@NIHDirector
at the Swedish Embassy in Washington DC this evening. Congratulations to Drs. Jim P. Allison, Frances H. Arnold, George P. Smith, and Paul M. Romer!
@SwedeninUSA
#NobelPrize
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Our amazing CMO
@karenluMD
just finished up an exceptional tour of duty as an extraordinary leader during a pivotal time in our organizational evolution. We all admire, respect, honor, and thank Karen for her service, dedication, and commitment. Karen, we are profoundly indebted.
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It’s College Game Day today @ The University of Texas at Austin! Tailgating and connecting for
@MDAndersonNews
at Governors Mansion
#HookEm
#TexasVsLSU
#TexasFight
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I outlined how essential crisis communication is in today's President's Advisory Council. Our approach is defined by: 1) frequent 2) transparent 3) factual 4) thankful 5) 👉single sources of truth (web site, app) 6) multichannel 7) dedicated team. My goals for those we serve⬇️
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Our doctors play a crucial role in our work here at
@MDAndersonNews
, advancing cancer prevention and treatment, conducting innovative research and helping our patients and families through a very difficult time. Happy
#DoctorsDay
and thank you for everything you do to
#endcancer
.
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We have seen incredible teamwork
@MDAndersonNews
in the way our employees have mobilized to focus on patient safety in response to
#COVID2019
. Thank you to our teammates for your dedication to our patients and your commitment to our core value of caring.
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Proud to wear my new
@MDAndersonNews
face covering. Excited to see our 22,000 teammates wear these in our community to represent our mission and demonstrate our commitment to protect our patients, our Houston community and one another from
#COVID19
.
#InThisTogether
#EndCancer
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As Americans, one of our basic rights that was enlarged by several Constitutional Amendments, is the right to vote. Today, in celebration of freedom, I exercised that right in fulfillment of my civic duty. A large proportion of humanity is not free to do what I did today.
#Vote
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Unforgettable night for an incredible cause at
@mdandersonnews
’
#EndCancer
Night with the
@houstondynamo
. We are
#foreverorange
and forever grateful for this partnership between two fantastic Houston organizations working toward one goal.
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I was pleased to partake in today’s announcement that
@MDAndersonNews
is teaming up with
@UTHealth
@BCMHouston
@TAMHSC
@TXMedCenter
to create TMC3, a visionary project to expand the life sciences industry. I look forward to working together.
#endcancer
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On this
#NationalDoctorsDay
, I want to express my immense gratitude and respect for
@MDAndersonNews
’ physicians working tirelessly to combat
#COVID19
while continuing to provide compassionate patient care in the fight to
#endcancer
. Thank you for your extraordinary efforts.
Today, more than ever, we’re thankful for our doctors and their commitment to our patients and their families.
#NationalDoctorsDay
#endcancer
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It was a pleasure to meet 6-year-old Brayden Rivera today. He visited me to donate money he raised for
@MDAndersonNews
, in support of cancer patients like his mom. He wants to help our doctors to
#endcancer
. Thank you for your generosity, Brayden.
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I’m delighted with the renewal of our comprehensive cancer center status by
@theNCI
, & thankful for the continued recognition of our scientific accomplishments. The support helps us make significant contributions that benefit patients around the world.
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Today’s State of the Institution was a great chance to recall all we’ve accomplished—including Jim Allison’s
#NobelPrize
and providing lifesaving care for survivors like Uniqua Smith—and where we’re headed. I’m excited about the future we’re building as
#OneMDAnderson
.
#endcancer
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This is what makes
@MDAndersonNews
the greatest cancer center in the world!
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On National Women Physicians Day, we thank
@MDAndersonNews
' remarkable female faculty who exemplify the incredible impact of
#WomenInSTEM
and inspire the next generation of cancer fighters. Thank you for your excellence, compassionate care and dedication to
#endcancer
.
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Our patients and their families count on us
@mdandersonnews
to deliver on our promise to
#endcancer
, and we are so proud of our 21,000 exceptional employees’ dedication to our patients, their families and our mission.
#BestHospitals
We’re honored to again be ranked No. 1 in
#cancer
care in
@USNews
’ annual
#BestHospitals
survey.
We are grateful to our patients and their families for entrusting us with their care and to our 21,000 employees for all they do to
#endcancer
.
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My hunger for learning over the last 20+ years has shaped the values that are important to me as I think about
@MDAndersonNews
future. My thoughts on what’s important to me as a leader: (
@LinkedIn
article)
#endcancer
#leadership
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Thank you to our
@MDAndersonNews
teams for coming together to ensure our patients were safe and cared for following the City of Houston water main break. Your compassionate teamwork and professionalism over the past 24 hours have demonstrated what great things we can do together.
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Ever wonder what
@MDAndersonNews
leaders do on a Saturday?
@TaddPullin
and I in the office working on Institutional Advancement for the greatest cancer center in the world!
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Celebrating
#FathersDay
with
#1
and the
@astros
vs
@BlueJays
. Reflecting on the joys of fatherhood and thinking about the core values, integrity, and life lessons about courage in the face of adversity that I learned from my Dad. Miss you Dad.
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Dear Boone,
@MDAndersonNews
and the patients that we serve will be forever grateful for your vision, your extraordinary generosity, and our shared passion to be Making Cancer History. We will always be
#RememberingBoone
as we build on your legacy here at MD Anderson. Thank you.
"I left an undying love for America, and the hope it presents for all. I left a passion for entrepreneurship, and the promise it sustains. I left the belief that future generations can and will do better than my own."
#RememberingBoone
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Get ready Houston
#FIFAWorldCup
#HostCity2026
! Great opportunity for our city,
@HoustonDynamo
and
@MDAndersonNews
- partners in promoting our mission around the world. Can't wait! ⚽️🇺🇸
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Grateful that my family and I got to serve
#Christmas
lunch to our
@MDAndersonNews
patients spending today in the hospital. Our incredible volunteers have been serving Christmas lunch for decades—Fran Epstein has been doing this for 52 years and Rae Gerson for 40!
#endcancer
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Exciting afternoon
@MDAndersonNews
as we break ground to expand
@MDAProtons
. We are grateful to our colleagues, partners,
@utsystem
and community leaders for their support as we deepen our commitment to patients across Texas, the nation and the world.
@jbmilliken
#endcancer
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Thank you
@MDAndersonNews
teammates for coming together virtually to honor George Floyd and the many before him, to reflect on our feelings, and to discuss how we will do better to build a society where all people feel secure in their right to safety, dignity and respect.
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Today, I walked to give cancer the boot during
@MDAndersonNews
' virtual Boot Walk! This year, I walked for all of humanity. Thank you to all our patients, employees, donors and friends for walking today in support of our efforts to
#EndCancer
.
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I am proud to see
@MDAndersonNews
recognized by
@Forbes
as one of America’s Best Employers for Diversity 2019. Our diverse workforce is truly our greatest asset as we work to
#endcancer
:
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Great time watching the
@HoustonDynamo
kick off their
@MLS
season at
@BBVACompassStdm
in my Dynamo kit with
@MDAndersonnews
‘ logo. Had fun catching up with Dynamo defender
@chrisduvall91
, star of this great healthy eating PSA:
#endcancer
#foreverorange
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Finishing out a fantastic week for
@MDAndersonNews
at City Hall with Houston Mayor
@SylvesterTurner
. Focusing on the evolution of MD Anderson, cancer research, strategic industry ventures, economic development, and future opportunities for the city we both love!
#HoustonStrong
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Our patients
@MDAndersonNews
have a unique vulnerability to infectious diseases like COVID-19. It is important we all do everything we can to keep them safe. Thank you to our patients and caregivers for taking these precautionary steps to reduce the spread of disease.
#endcancer
Have an upcoming appointment? Help us protect our patients from COVID-19:
-If you have fever, cough, runny nose or shortness of breath, contact your care team before arriving.
-Bring no more than two healthy visitors.
#endcancer
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I felt so fortunate to be able share
@MDAndersonNews
’ remarkable achievements during today’s State of the Institution. I am excited to embark on the path ahead with our 21,000 cancer fighters as we advance our mission. We are resilient, unified and ready to
#endcancer
.
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I love landing at IAH or
@HobbyAirport
not just because I am finally home but also because I am filled with pride as I see the welcome that we give Houstonians and visitors reminding them that this is the home of the greatest cancer center in the world! We exist to
#endcancer
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Honored for
@MDAndersonNews
to be ranked
#1
in the nation in cancer care by
@USNews
. This recognition belongs to everyone in our MD Anderson community. Together, we remain driven to serve our patients and their families and anchored in our mission to
#EndCancer
.
#BestHospitals
MD Anderson is again
#1
in the nation for cancer care in
@USNews
’ “Best Hospitals” ranking:
Thanks to all who make this possible: our faculty, employees, trainees, students, volunteers, donors, advocates, partners, patients and caregivers.
#BestHospitals
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What a fantastic evening
@MDAndersonNews
' A Conversation with a Living Legend honoring
@Martina
and
@ChrissieEvert
. Thanks,
@RobinRoberts
, for interviewing two extraordinary tennis players and to our supporters for helping us raise more than $1.5 million.
#EndCancer
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We can each take steps to protect ourselves and those around us from
#COVID2019
.
Remember to take extra precautions and disinfect the "high touch" objects around you at work or within your household to prevent the spread of infection.
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Coming to
@MDAndersonNews
tomorrow morning? Katherine and I will be volunteering from 7-8am tomorrow extending a warm welcome to patients coming to the
#1
cancer center in the world!
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Times of uncertainty require the pillars of servant leadership—trust and transparency. Through regular video updates, I am committed to ensuring our teams, patients and caregivers feel informed, confident and united in
@MDAndersonNews
' efforts to minimize the risk of
#COVID2019
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As we close out the week, I am inspired by the actions of all the heroes seen
@MDAndersonNews
this week -- our healthcare heroes and some real superheroes who offered hope, strength and upliftment to our pediatric cancer patients. What an incredible sight to see!
#EndCancer
SUPERHERO SURPRISE: Pediatric patients at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston got a surprise visit from Superman and Batman Thursday, when the superheroes rappelled off the hospital windows outside their rooms.
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I extend my deepest gratitude for our
@MDAndersonNews
ride out teams and teammates who have supported our patients and one another through the winter weather event. The display of our core values of Caring, Safety and Stewardship throughout the week truly has been extraordinary.
We're grateful for our employees who've helped us weather this week’s winter storm, including those who’ve stayed on our campuses over the last few days and all our colleagues who've worked tirelessly to support our organization and each other through this event. 1/9
#HouWx
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Got my flu shot today thanks to
@MDAndersonNews
Employee Health. It is more critical than ever to get a flu shot this year as the
#COVID19
pandemic continues. It is a step we can all take to further protect our patients, our colleagues and our community.
#EndCancer
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Barbara Bush was an extraordinary person whose involvement with
@MDAndersonNews
spanned decades. We're forever indebted to the Bush family for their unwavering support of our mission and patients. We will always honor the legacy of the former First Lady in our work to
#endcancer
We join the nation in mourning the loss of former First Lady Barbara Bush, who has made an immeasurable impact on the lives of so many, including cancer patients at MD Anderson and beyond. We will never forget her generosity and her passionate support of our mission to
#endcancer
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Grateful for the record ~16,000
@MDAndersonNews
teammates who tuned into today's virtual
#COVID19
Town Hall. With the outstanding engagement of our workforce, a commitment to transparency and an endless dedication to our patients, we continue to grow stronger together.
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Congratulations to
@MDAndersonNews
'
@JeffGershenwald
and Patrick Hwu on being named
@AAAS
Fellows. Their election to AAAS recognizes their outstanding achievements that have improved cancer treatment to the benefit of
#cancer
patients everywhere.
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