The Compass Winter 2024 | Page 8

PHYSICIAN PROFILE

Meet Randall

Letter from the Chair

Rosenblatt , MD

Pulmonary Medicine , Advanced Lung Disease and Transplant Pulmonology

Milestones mark life ’ s most significant moments and define who we are . For Baylor Scott & White Health , milestones symbolize years of dedication , innovation and generosity that propel us forward .
This year , the Foundation celebrated several milestones highlighting the power of philanthropy in advancing our mission . The 25th Anniversary Celebrating Women Luncheon was a testament to the generosity of our community , which has raised more than $ 42 million over the past quarter-century . These funds have been instrumental in advancing research and improving patient care .
We also commemorated the 40th anniversary of the Baylor Scott & White Annette C . and Harold C . Simmons Transplant Institute , where philanthropy has fueled life-saving advancements in this globally recognized program . As a grateful patient myself , I am deeply indebted to the transplant team ’ s expertise and compassion . Their work transforms lives every day , as they drive medical breakthroughs , such as the uterine transplant program .
Lastly , the Grand Rounds ® Golf Tournament celebrated its 22nd year this October , uniting over 200 sponsors and participants . Since its inception , the effort has raised more than $ 4.1 million for graduate medical education at Baylor University Medical Center , underscoring the power of partnership in shaping the future of medicine .
Philanthropy is a cornerstone of these milestones and will continue to play a crucial role as we build upon these legacies of excellence . Together , we have made a difference , and together , we will reach even greater heights .
Norm Bagwell Chair , Board of Directors Baylor Scott & White Dallas Foundation
andall Rosenblatt , MD , former chief of pulmonary and critical care and medical director of lung transplantation at Baylor University Medical Center ( BUMC ), has dedicated his career to caring for patients with complex pulmonary conditions and training the next generation of physicians . He has helped develop key programs at several health systems in Dallas , including the Pulmonary and Critical Care Division and Advanced Lung Disease Programs at BUMC . Dr . Rosenblatt , who formally retired in December 2024 , reflected on his career .
What brought you to Baylor Scott & White ?
Baylor had an excellent reputation in clinical care and nationally respected physicians who were leaders in their fields . When I was being recruited , BUMC had a blue flame logo on the top of Roberts Hospital . That flame was a symbolic source of light and hope . Baylor offered me an opportunity to be a part of that mission and leadership .
What have been some of your proudest achievements since joining Baylor ?
I am proud to have played a role in building programs characterized by excellence , compassion , trust and transparency . Our emphasis on medical education allows us to provide a higher quality of care , recruit talented faculty and be involved in innovative clinical studies — cornerstones of our Advanced Lung Disease programs and Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellowship .
You ’ ve played a major role in bringing graduate medical education ( GME ) to pulmonary medicine at BUMC . Why are you so passionate about this ?
I believe GME programs make us better physicians and a better institution , lead to better clinical outcomes and allow us to recruit the types of physicians for which Baylor has been known . Our emphasis on medical education differentiates us from many other healthcare institutions .
BUMC established the Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellowship program in 2015 . How can endowing this program help us care for more patients ?
North Texas faces a shortage of physicians specializing in pulmonary critical care , which will be even more critical with the anticipated growth in the DFW area over the next few years . Expanding the fellowship program helps address this gap .
What are your plans for retirement ?
I plan to considerably step back from my life ’ s work over the past 50 years but continue educating the next generation of internal medicine and pulmonary physicians . I hope to travel and explore new areas , visit with friends and family , spend time with my new granddaughter and share in the success of my daughters .
I also plan to help the Baylor Scott & White Dallas Foundation in ensuring the future of medical education and the success of the pulmonary and critical care programs at Baylor . Philanthropy plays a major role in allowing us to set a standard for clinical excellence , recruit key faculty who educate the next generation , and advance innovative care . Without donor support , we would not be able to be that source of light and hope that Baylor represents for our community .
Baylor Scott & White Dallas Foundation plans to honor Dr . Rosenblatt ’ s legacy by endowing the Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellowship . To learn more , please contact Jeanne Heinen at 214.820.4721 or Jeanne . Heinen @ BSWHealth . org .
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To learn more about any Baylor Scott & White Dallas Foundation initiative or to opt out of these communications , contact the Foundation at 214.820.3136 or email DallasFoundation @ BSWHealth . org . Write to us at 301 North Washington Avenue , Dallas , TX 75246 .