Southwestern Medical Foundation

10/20/2026

10/19/2026

Deedie Rose has helped shape the Dallas we know today. From the arts and public spaces to depression research at UT Southwestern Medical Center, her generosity continues to strengthen our community.

Last week, we were honored to present her with The Sprague Award, Southwestern Medical Foundation’s highest community distinction.

Read more about her lasting impact and this year’s recognition: https://swmedical.org/news/deedie-rose-named-2026-recipient-of-the-sprague-award/

10/16/2026

A night to remember celebrating the one and only Deedie Rose. The 2026 Sprague Award Dinner was a special evening honoring Deedie’s generosity and spirit, while also hearing from incredible UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers about their work in brain science. Thank you to everyone who joined us. More photos to come ✨

10/15/2026

You don’t have to know Deedie Rose to feel her impact.

It’s in the art and public spaces that bring North Texas together. It’s in the depression research she champions at UT Southwestern Medical Center. And it reaches people she may never meet.

This year, we honored Deedie with The Sprague Award, Southwestern Medical Foundation’s highest community distinction, celebrating her extraordinary commitment to a stronger, healthier North Texas.

Behind that impact is a deeply personal story of perseverance, friendship, community, and choosing to make a difference. Watch as Deedie and those who know her best share that story.

10/15/2026

Can’t wait for An Evening with DocStars! 🤩

10/12/2026

The Sprague Award represents those who plant the seeds that help build a better future. 🌱

Tomorrow, we add a new name to this list. Someone who has dedicated an immense amount of time and support to make North Texas a better place to call home.

Learn more: swmedical.org/spragueaward

10/11/2026

Happy birthday to Kelsi Adams, our Office & Operations Administrator! 🎉

Since joining Southwestern Medical Foundation earlier this year, Kelsi has brought creativity, care, and a welcoming spirit to our team. From keeping our day-to-day operations running smoothly to supporting meetings, events, and special projects, she helps create a positive experience for everyone who connects with the Foundation.

Please join us in wishing Kelsi a very happy birthday!

10/09/2026

Bridging the gap between science and investment. Sometimes it may seem like the two industries speak different languages, but when biotech founders can speak the language investors understand, that's when deals can get done. Gina Ford, BioNTX CEO and biotech ecosystem advocate, wants to help more founders get funded.

Listen to the full conversation on the Learning From Leaders podcast: swmedical.org/podcast

10/07/2026

⚡North Texas already has the energy⚡
Groundbreaking research, leading universities, healthcare systems, founders and innovators.

The opportunity is building the grid that connects them, so ideas can move from discovery to commercialization and, ultimately, to the patients who need them.

On the Learning From Leaders podcast, Gina Ford explains how BioNTX is helping build that connected life sciences ecosystem.

swmedical.org/podcast

10/05/2026

Connecting a new type of power grid in North Texas. This one carries ideas and collaboration, powers innovation, and at the end of the line are cures for devastating diseases.

Gina Ford joins the Learning from Leaders podcast and shares how BioNTX is building the connections that will ensure innovation, commercialization, and patient cures reach that last mile.

swmedical.org/podcast