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Roper St. Francis Healthcare is now accepting applications for our 2025 Community Investment Cycle! This annual funding opportunity supports organizations committed to addressing the most pressing health challenges in our community, as identified in our latest Community Health Needs Assessment. We are proud to support local organizations making an impact, especially those helping underserved communities. If your organization focuses on any of the following priority areas, we encourage you to apply: • Access to Care • Maternal, Infant, and Child Health • Obesity, Nutrition, and Physical Activity • Clinical Preventative Services • Behavioral Health • Health Equity 📅 Application Period: Oct 1 – 31, 2024 🔗 Link to apply: https://lnkd.in/eGqXC8dP 💰 Funding Decisions: January 2025 Learn more about the eligibility requirements and our latest Community Health Needs Assessment here: https://lnkd.in/eGqXC8dP #CommunityInvestment #HealthEquity #Nonprofits

Dr. Leeanna Clevenger, a general surgeon with Roper St. Francis Physician Partners, reflects on the women who have inspired her throughout her career in honor of Women in Medicine Month. "Some of the female trauma surgeons I’ve worked with are great role models because they have the ability to command the room in the trauma bay yet also are able to provide gentle and compassionate care, some while juggling life as a mother." 💪 #WIMMonth

Advanced Practice in Action 💪 As a nurse practitioner with Roper St. Francis Physician Partners Colorectal Surgery, Brandon Gates brings compassion and expertise to both inpatient and outpatient care. This National APP Week, we honor his vital role in providing quality care and positive outcomes for patients! Brandon will never forget when one of his first patients returned for a follow-up and told him they had a new lease on life. "It's heartwarming to see the positive impact that a collaborative effort can have on a patient's life," he said. #NationalAPPWeek

From Professor to PA 🩺📚 Katy Conner, PA, took her love for anatomy to new heights by becoming a PA and creating South Carolina's largest osteoporosis clinic. In honor of National APP Week, we celebrate her dedication to educating patients and future PAs, while helping those at risk of fractures live healthier lives! "I love connecting with patients through education and helping them improve their quality of life," she said. #NationalAPPWeek

In celebration of Women in Medicine Month, Lesley Reyes, a nurse practitioner with Roper St. Francis Physician Partners Primary Care, shares what inspired her to pursue a career in medicine. 👩⚕️ "Growing up in a Spanish-speaking home, as soon as I learned the English language, I became my parents’ translator during their doctors’ visits. As I grew older, I had to learn how to advocate for my parents due to the language barrier. I knew if I could somehow be one more provider with that understanding and background when it came to the healthcare disparities that exist, it was my duty to do just that." #WIMMonth

Each September, Women in Medicine Month celebrates the contributions of women in healthcare. 🩺 Rosalyn Haldeman, PA-C at Roper St. Francis Physician Partners Primary Care, explains why women's inclusion in medicine is so vital. "I believe women go through unique life stages, from puberty and pregnancy to menopause, and it's reassuring to have a healthcare provider who has experienced these things and can offer valuable insight. For a long time, I was the only female provider at our clinic. Some patients would delay sharing their concerns or postpone preventive screenings because they weren’t comfortable discussing them. It’s rewarding to know I can provide that sense of comfort for my patients." #WIMMonth

Celebrating APP Excellence! 🌟 In honor of National APP Week, we’re highlighting the incredible work of our advanced practice providers! Meet Susan Cutter, PA, Supervisor of the Intensivist Service, who has been making an impact as a PA for over 30 years. There were only 52 programs available when she first applied to PA school. Now, there are over 300! "I don't regret any part of my decision to become a PA," she said. Fun fact: Sue started playing tennis six years ago. Her teams have won state championships! #NationalAPPWeek

Roper St. Francis Healthcare and the entire healthcare community, are honoring Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) during National APP Week. This esteemed group includes: Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Certified Nurse Midwives, and Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants. Let’s take a moment to recognize and express our gratitude for these dedicated professionals who play a crucial role in delivering safe, high-quality, and compassionate care to our patients and communities. Thank you, APPs, for your unwavering commitment to excellence in healthcare! #NationalAPPWeek #teamwork #healthcare #compassion #faith #excellence #patientcare #patientsafety

We're pleased to welcome Dr. Lauren Thompson to Roper St. Francis Physician Partners Obstetrics & Gynecology in Charleston and Mount Pleasant. Dr. Thompson is an OB/GYN specializing in general and high-risk obstetrics, minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, preventive care, and family planning. She is bilingual in English and Spanish, enhancing her ability to provide personalized care to a diverse patient population. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3BpfQzs #MeetOurDoctors

Congratulations to Sallie Bissette, chief compliance and privacy officer of Roper St. Francis Healthcare, for being elected as president of the South Carolina Health Information Management Association! 👏 As president, she will lead initiatives in the state and serve a three-year term as a delegate to the Board of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). The House of Delegates is a deliberative assembly that advocates for the health information management profession and its members. They are responsible for establishing and maintaining professional standards, providing a forum for membership and professional issues, and contributing to the overall strategic plan for AHIMA.