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The Compass

Read the latest issues of The Compass, a bi-annual newsletter from the Baylor Scott & White Central Texas Foundation.

Spring/Summer 2026

Nurse navigator at Baylor Scott & White Cancer Center – Round Rock standing inside the hospital, representing compassionate breast cancer care and patient support.

From breast cancer patient to Nurse Navigator

See how Johnna’s own cancer journey inspired her to help others as a Nurse Navigator.
Read Article From breast cancer patient to Nurse Navigator

In this issue

Hospital neonatal room with infant bassinet, monitor, and medical equipment.

You made an impact in 2025

Your generosity made it possible—donors gave $29M+ in 2025 to advance patient care, expand facilities, and fund vital programs at Baylor Scott & White.
Read Article You made an impact in 2025
Sign reading “Ellen and Jim Ellison Waiting Area” inside a Baylor Scott & White facility, with a donor standing nearby and a nursing excellence award display in the background.

Jim Ellison: Living life to its fullest

From patient to supporter, Jim Ellison’s story reveals how relationships, trust and gratitude shaped a legacy of giving.
Read Article Jim Ellison: Living life to its fullest
It’s all in the mindset: Deborah Hockett’s story

It’s all in the mindset: Deborah Hockett’s story

Specialized infusion care helped Deborah walk again after a rare neurological diagnosis.
Read Article It’s all in the mindset: Deborah Hockett’s story
People seated around a round table at a formal luncheon, with place settings and drinks in a bright event space.

2026 Communities Connected – Hill Country Grant Reception

Communities Connected generosity is helping bring vital new equipment to Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Marble Falls.
Read Article 2026 Communities Connected – Hill Country Grant Reception
A bright, modern lounge with sofas, armchairs, a massage chair, patterned rugs and soft lighting, designed as a calm, welcoming space.

The Oasis: A space to recharge

737 Club created a calming retreat for caregivers at Baylor Scott & White – Austin.
Read Article The Oasis: A space to recharge
Two people seated together at an indoor event under string lights, one wearing a cowboy hat.

Jimmy Banks: Putting his heart into the mission

May 5, 2026
A sudden heart attack changed Jimmy Banks’ life, inspiring a mission for heart health and gratitude at Hillcrest Heart Center.
Read Article Jimmy Banks: Putting his heart into the mission
Two people stand at a hospital nursing station with a wall dedication reading “Dr. Steven & Mrs. Carolyn Gottlieb Nursing Station, in memory of Steve Wilkinson.”

Dr. Steven Gottlieb: A life led by service

May 5, 2026
For Dr. Steven Gottlieb, service never retired—it simply found a new home at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Lakeway.
Read Article Dr. Steven Gottlieb: A life led by service
Ian chases possibilities, not limitations

Ian chases possibilities, not limitations

January 20, 2026
Expert care at McLane Children's helps Ian chase possibilities instead of limitations.
Read Article Ian chases possibilities, not limitations
Colorful semi‑truck promoting kids’ health with the message ‘All aboard for kids’ health,’ as a family stands in front of the trailer.

Miles of Smiles: Big trucks with a big purpose

May 5, 2026
McLane Company Inc. brought joy and pride to Central Texas in February as it launched its “Miles of Smiles” campaign, celebrating the inspiring young patients of Baylor Scott & White McLane Children’s Medical Center. Families, McLane Co. teammates, Children’s Miracle Network partners and hospital leaders gathered in February to unveil four newly wrapped semitrailers honoring […]
Read Article Miles of Smiles: Big trucks with a big purpose
Two adults participate in a wellness class, stretching resistance bands during a guided strength and mobility exercise inside a bright studio.

Update: Robert Conte Wellness Center

May 5, 2026
Thanks to our donors, hundreds of patients and community members in the College Station area have participated in life-changing wellness activities at the Robert Conte Wellness Center since its opening in 2023. The center has quickly become a vibrant space where people learn, connect and take meaningful steps toward improving their health. 200+ patients and […]
Read Article Update: Robert Conte Wellness Center
Kathryn (left) shares oral comfort kits she assembled for oncology patients with Claudia Roman, nurse manager at Baylor Scott & White – Marble Falls.

Bringing comfort to cancer patients

May 5, 2026
After 46 years as a dental hygienist, Kathryn Trilli retired to Horseshoe Bay seeking peace, sunshine and family time. That calm was disrupted in August 2023 when a routine mammogram at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Marble Falls revealed breast cancer. With a family history of the disease, she began chemotherapy followed by […]
Read Article Bringing comfort to cancer patients