Methodist Moments

WE CELEBRATED A MAJOR BIRTHDAY

Major celebrated his 3rd birthday in July, and the CVICU staff at Methodist Hospital threw him a PAW-FECT party! Major donned a festive party hat and bandana to commemorate his special day and even enjoyed a dog-friendly birthday treat. As a facility dog, Major, along with his handler Kirsta Deboy, Director of the CVICU, visits ICU patients to provide support and comfort to those struggling with their hospital stay, a new diagnosis or other stressful situations. We welcomed our four-legged employee last year, and this special golden retriever has since brought many smiles and comfort to those he meets.

STAR SPANGLED CUTIES

Methodist Hospital | Stone Oak and Methodist Children’s Hospital celebrated their tiniest stars on their first 4th of July! While dressed in their Independence Day best, they donned their red, white and blue with pride. These cuties went down in history as they brought sparkle and joy to their parents, staff and physicians.

Melody Zisman, physical therapist, Court LeMaistre, hospital CEO, and Daniel Spolar, Project Pinball Charities Sr. Founder and Director pose during a ribbon cutting celebration. PINBALL MACHINE SERVES AS A NOSTALGIC THERAPEUTIC OPTION FOR PEDIATRIC PATIENTS

Patients undergoing treatment at Methodist Children’s Hospital have an exciting new tool to engage with during their hospital stay. Melody Zisman, a pediatric physical therapist and passionate staff member at the hospital, worked for many months to acquire the Transformersthemed pinball machine through Project Pinball Charity. Members of the nonprofit celebrated with staff and patients during a ribbon cutting ceremony in June.

During the ceremony, Court LeMaistre, Chief Executive Officer, Methodist Children’s Hospital and Women’s Services, thanked Melody and the pediatric physical therapy team for their work in creating fun and engaging opportunities for patients to enjoy. With the support from hospital staff and local Project Pinball volunteer technicians, many patients and their families will experience the therapeutic relief that pinball can provide during hospital stays.