Southwest Transplant Alliance

"Mental health is something we don't pay as much attention to as we should,” shares courageous donor mom Kim. “It's important to be kind and check in on people." She remembers how fiercely her daughter Becca loved and cared for others throughout her life. Given her generous and caring nature, it came as no surprise that Becca wanted to help others through organ donation. Be there. Be kind. Be like Becca. ❤️ If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. #MentalHealthAwareness #STACares 💙 💚

"Dr. Josette Armendariz-Batiste is a hero – saving lives during her life and saving lives after," says her daughter Megan. She remembers her best friend and mother as someone who lit up every room and was deeply loved throughout the Galveston community and beyond. Josette's legacy extends far and wide, from the many years she spent at The University of Texas Medical Branch to her decision to register as an organ donor. That selfless decision would ultimately save many lives and inspire others to do the same. Listen as Josette’s daughter shares more about her mom’s life and legacy at the link below: 📽️ https://lnkd.in/dA8gjiMS #DonateLife 💙 💚

Meet the team! Adam is one of our incredible Clinical Responders and has dedicated nearly three years to serving STA’s lifesaving mission. In his role, he is a vital part of evaluating donation potential to save lives. Adam invests his time in facilitating classes during boot camp training sessions and often serves as a preceptor, sharing his knowledge with others. His experience brings immense value and insight, fostering a culture of learning and improvement. We truly appreciate all Adam does to support his team and our mission! #IAmSTA Interested in learning more about our team and opportunities to get involved? Check out our careers page at organ.org/careers!

📣 Final call for one of our favorite events of the year! Don’t miss the Hope Starts Here 5K, which is only one week away! Join us on May 18 at Klyde Warren Park or virtually from anywhere you are. 🏃♀️🚶♀️ In-person participants can pick up their packet at our Dallas headquarters (8190 Manderville Lane Dallas, TX 75231) next Thursday or Friday. Scroll for details! Virtual participants will receive their t-shirts in the mail. Packet pickup details: 📍 STA Headquarters - 8190 Manderville Lane, Dallas, Texas 75231 😊 Thursday, May 16 from 9 AM – 6 PM 🤩 Friday, May 17 from 10 AM – 4 PM For more details on race day parking, route, etc. head over to organ.org/5k! #HopeStartsHere5k

Whether you are a donor family member, transplant recipient, caretaker, donation/healthcare professional, or supporter of our mission – you matter and so does your mental wellness! ❤️ Some of the ways we can care for ourselves and those around us might include: 🧘 Minimizing stress 🌳 Spending time in nature 👋 Connecting with others 🏃♀️ Staying active 🤗 Focusing on the positive The list goes on and is unique for each of us. How do you practice self-care? How can you help others? Stay tuned for more information and resources about the power of mental health throughout the month! #MentalHealth #STACares

The STA Foundation recently had the pleasure of presenting our annual Outlive Yourself Awards, recognizing individuals and organizations who have significantly contributed to the advancement of organ and tissue donation and STA's lifesaving mission. We were thrilled to honor Lisa Barker, who has tirelessly advocated for donation and transplantation since she received the gift of a lifesaving liver transplant 10 years ago. One of the most beautiful moments from the evening was when Lisa introduced Dawn, the mother of her heroic donor and someone she now considers part of her own own family. Together, they honored Dawn's daughter Courtney for the generous gift she made possible and the incredible bond which has forever united their families. We are truly grateful to Lisa for her passion and efforts to honor Courtney's memory. We look forward to honoring our two other awardees, Donna Halstead and UT Tyler Health, later this year. #STAFoundation #OutliveYourselfAwards

At just two years old, Kimberly Ochoa was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Her kidney function gradually worsened over time until she was eventually listed for a transplant. Thanks to a family on the other side of the world, Kimberly got the second chance at life she so desperately needed. While studying abroad in Arizona from South Korea, Yuna Kim was in a fatal car accident. Her family across the globe had an important decision to make. They knew Yuna was someone who loved people and would want to help others. They said “yes” to organ donation. Kimberly was a match and received the lifesaving gift of her kidney and pancreas. Years later, Kimberly received a letter from Yuna's family inviting her to South Korea. She met and hugged the family of her donor hero, who she now considers part of her own. She even recently had the chance to meet Yuna's sister Min who survived the same car accident that took her sister’s life. This emotional meet was a chance to honor Yuna’s legacy and the generous gift she left behind. #AAPIHeritageMonth #DonateLife 💙 💚 ✏️ 📸 Thank you to Donor Network of Arizona for allowing us to share this beautiful story.

As part of STA’s 50 years of saving lives, we are pleased to go behind the scenes and spotlight some of the team members whose many years of service have helped make this milestone possible! Meet Quality and Compliance Manager Ben Keebler, who has been with STA for nearly 20 years! He has served in many various clinical roles over the years. In his current position, Ben leads our organ and tissue auditing teams and serves as the patient safety officer. He served in the U.S. Army, is a musician, and incredible advocate for donation. Ben takes immense pride in motivating his team and ensuring STA adheres to the highest standards in terms of safety measures and quality compliance. Please join us in thanking Ben for passionately serving STA’s mission for nearly two decades and counting! #IAmSTA

We're thrilled to announce that we've been named a finalist in the "Best Service and Support Organization" category for HDI’s Global Service and Support Awards! This recognition highlights our commitment to excellence in IT service and support across the healthcare sector. A big thank you to the Information Technology team at Southwest Transplant Alliance for their hard work and continuous efforts to push the boundaries of service excellence. Being a finalist is a testament to our passion and dedication. Winners will be announced at the upcoming Supportworld Live event. We're proud to stand alongside other distinguished finalists and celebrate the achievements within our industry. #HDI #SupportworldLive #ServiceExcellence #HealthcareIT #SouthwestTransplantAlliance

Secure your spot and snag your race day shirt for the Hope Starts Here 5K coming up on May 18th! Bring the family (including fur babies on leashes) and join us for food, games, face painting, and more! You won't miss this year’s beautiful wall of hope installation, where donor families will be able to honor their loved one with a photo and handwritten message. Not able to be in Dallas that weekend? There’s also an option to participate in the 5k virtually! #hopestartshere5k 💙💚🏃♀️🏃 organ.org/5k