There is a long history of philanthropy with the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, the founding congregation of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health System. One of the earliest and most legendary philanthropists was Sister Mary of Jesus Noirry. In the late 1800s, Sister Mary of Jesus traveled through San Antonio and surrounding towns and... Continue Reading →
GI Lab Flourishes at Medical Center
Patients from across the country – and even from across the world – travel to San Antonio for treatment at the Gastroenterology (GI) Lab at CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital – Medical Center (CSRH-MC). Led by Sandeep Patel, D.O., the GI lab is a recognized destination for patients requiring advanced gastrointestinal procedures. Dr. Patel and his... Continue Reading →
Honoring Our Patients on World Cancer Day
Today, Tuesday, February 4th, is World Cancer Day, a day observed to raise awareness of cancer and encourage its prevention, detection and treatment. We are humbled by the stories we hear from our patients and are amazed time and time again by their strength and courage. Today, we honor patients like Reid (watch his story... Continue Reading →
Teed Off at Cancer and Party City Help Send Cancer Patients to Camp
This fall, Teed off at Cancer, founded by Tom “T-Bone” and Jana Bounds, joined forces with Party City for a special cause – to make a difference in the lives of sick children. The duo held its first fundraiser with a goal to send pediatric cancer patients at the Children’s Hospital of San Antonio to... Continue Reading →
Gaming for a Cause – Extra Life
Nationwide, the Extra Life gaming charity raised $3.4 million to support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Locally, gamers raised more than $25,000 to support the Children’s Hospital of San Antonio. Wow! Every year a group of Rackers, their friends and family join together to participate in Extra Life, a 24-hour game-marathon. Games include everything from PC... Continue Reading →
Go Pink: It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! All month long, we've seen the community coming together to raise awareness for the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women. We've seen everything from corporate fundraisers and community events to pink shoes in professional sports. Awareness is critical. When awareness translates into action, it can be a major factor... Continue Reading →
Calling on the Community
At the Children’s Hospital of San Antonio, we are compelled to end fragmented pediatric care in our community. We are inspired and intend to achieve Top Tier status, making us “the best place for the sickest children” and “the only place for every child.” Located downtown in the heart of San Antonio since 1959, the Children’s Hospital of San... Continue Reading →
Welcome!
Welcome to the CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Foundations blog, a place to read about our programs and services, and our community partners that support us as we work to raise money for patient health and wellness programs and cutting edge medical technologies at the CHRISTUS Santa Rosa adult hospitals and the Children’s Hospital of San Antonio.... Continue Reading →