During the month of October the trailer compound was relocated to the loading dock area in order to complete the installation of the East parking lots. Sod and tree installation was completed this month. Installation of the ornamental handrail has been completed and tile work has begun in the concourse. Radiology equipment installation has begun with GE X-Ray rooms, Cath Lab and Angio. Owner Furnished Equipment installation has begun with proximity cabinets, GE monitoring, exam lights, glove and apron racks and TV brackets. All wall protection, Fire Extinguisher Cabinets, curtain track, and toilet accessories are ongoing throughout the Hospital. Owner furnished Steris equipment installation and has begun with the OR booms and lights.

Join the Stone Oak Business Association and Stone Oak Community Optimist Club at the annual Stone Oak Winter Festival on Saturday, December 6 from 10:30 am to 6:30 pm.This event is for families to enjoy and to ring in the holiday spirit. Be sure to visit the Methodist Stone Oak Hospital booth while you’re there.

For more information visit www.welcomehomesa.com/SOBA and click on the “Stone Oak Winter Festival” link.

When I was hired three years ago to open Methodist Stone Oak Hospital, I knew I had to become a part of this community in order to build a hospital that would meet its needs. By establishing the Advisory Panel, I have been able to truly put my finger on the pulse of Stone Oak and make decisions about the hospital based on input from the folks who have a vested interest in keeping Stone Oak one of the best places to live.

Methodist Healthcare is already the region’s preferred health care provider, and we are on track to ensure that Methodist Stone Oak Hospital continues the tradition of excellence. Our Advisory Panel members have contributed many volunteer hours to ensure that Methodist Stone Oak Hospital achieves the goal of the Hospital of the Future, bringing high-tech and high-touch together.

The group meets formally on a quarterly basis. We provide them with updates on how construction is going and get input on how we can remain a good neighbor in this community. The panel has helped us select scholarship winners from Ronald Reagan High School and get involved in activities that are specific to Stone Oalk. The panel members serve as ambassadors throughout the community, letting their neighbors and colleagues hear about all the latest happenings at Methodist Stone Oak Hospital, located at 1139 E. Sonterral Blvd. and Highway 281.

In just a few short months, construction will be completed! Between now and then, we have a lot of work to do including hiring the “best and brightest” team of nurses, allied health professionals and support staff. If you’ve driven by recently, you’ve noticed our giant banners letting everyone know that we are NOW HIRING. Anyone interested in applying can call 638-HIRE to find out about job openings and the hiring process.

I look forward to the March 2009 opening of the Hospital of the Future, where high-tech and high-touch come together.

Dean Alexander, CEO
Methodist Stone Oak Hospital

You are invited to print out our “Dear Neighbor” letter below to read about the latest news from Dean Alexander, CEO of Methodist Stone Oak Hospital.

September 2008 Neighbor Newsletter