we’re privileged to serve, have been
involved in the creation of the medical
campus. At the right time, the
unprecedented project was calibrated
to be consistent with Scott & White’s
standards for development of regional
hospital and specialty clinic locations.
It included an accelerated timeline for
completion because of construction
progress and community responsiveness.
City governance and community
members have embraced the idea of
Scott & White bringing excellence
in healthcare services to the region.
Marble Falls mayor George W. Russell
says, “This is one of the biggest things
to happen in our area in a long time.
We believe the presence of the Hurd
Regional Medical Center will help
residents receive the best healthcare and
set the stage for even more economic
growth in the future. The new medical
center will assist enormously in job
creation and contribute to a renewed
vitality in the region, creating a pathway
for additional commerce and residents
who will be drawn here to one of the
most beautiful areas of Texas.”
In 2007 Scott & White formalized
a partnership with the City of Marble
Falls. Scott & White also acquired
the Llano Memorial Healthcare
System, which has faithfully served the
community for almost 60 years. The
alignment of Llano Memorial (now
Scott & White Hospital - Llano), and
in particular the Hoerster group of
physicians, is an important part of our
effort, as we collaborate on behalf of
patients’ needs.
“We want all
individuals to
know they can
get involved and
to know they’re
helping shape
healthcare delivery
for the future.”
—Nancy Birdwell
The presence of the medical center
campus creates an impetus for the entire
corridor to flourish. The Hurd Regional
Medical Center will serve a growing
population and meet their healthcare
needs in ways that serve them best,
with coordinated, clinical expertise
available near home. “There’s an air of
excitement about the opening of the
Hurd Regional Medical Center,” says
Mike Jenkins, of Kingsland, a capital
campaign steering committee member.
“As we age we will no longer have to
move away to be near an advanced
medical facility. Thank you Scott &
White for coming to the Hill Country.”
Philanthropy helps build
momentum and sustainability
Nancy Birdwell, executive vice
president and CEO of the Scott &
White Healthcare Foundation, and
chief development officer of Scott &
White Healthcare, says, “We’ve been
inspired by the stellar commitment
and the good works of individuals
and organizations that are supporting
our effort. We want all individuals to
know they can get involved and to
know they’re helping shape healthcare
delivery for the future.”
In 2011 Scott & White leadership
named the medical center in honor
of Wayne and Eileen Hurd, two
visionaries from the Hill Country whose
unwavering generosity and support of
Scott & White Healthcare and the new
facilities spans almost two decades.
Incredible acts of generosity and
leadership have helped reach this
milestone. The Hurd Regional
Medical Center capital campaign
steering committee commitment of
$1 million in 2008 directed toward
supporting medical services and
programs was a significant show of
support for the eventual creation of
the Hurd Regional Medical Center
Scott & White. This enthusiastic group
helped create initial excitement and
further commitment to the medical
center among many community
Please join us for the Scott & White Specialty Clinic - Marble Falls
VIP Reception and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Friday, May 31 from
4 to 7 p.m. at Highway 281 and TX 71.
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