Methodist Health System Board members have raised $1.63 million to name a new unit after retiring president Stephen L. Mansfield, which was announced at a surprise celebration to honor his career there.
The Mansfields were out to dinner when they were surprised by 150 colleagues and friends gathered to celebrate Mansfield’s career and announce the naming of the Marilyn and Dr. Stephen L. Mansfield Oncology Unit at Methodist Charlton Medical Center. Mansfield remains CEO Emeritus after nearly 13 years of service at Methodist.
Chair of the Methodist Health System Board of Directors Julie Yarbrough and immediate past Board Chair John Collins worked behind the scenes to raise $1.63 million toward the naming of the new wing, bringing the total to $2.82 million so far.
“Thank you to each of you in this room for making a difference in my life and in our lives. Methodist was the right fit for us, and Dallas was the right fit,” said Dr. Mansfield via release. “We are so honored with this naming, it means so much to us that more people will be able to receive the exceptional care at Methodist. It has been a tremendous honor serving with you these past thirteen years, and I cannot express how grateful we are.”
“Steve has made an immeasurable contribution to the health and wellness of the entire Dallas community, especially in the southern sector of Dallas County,” said Julie Yarbrough via release. “During Steve’s tenure, Methodist has quadrupled in size and excelled by every quantitative and qualitative measure. He has been an exceptional President and CEO and led a remarkable team that has positioned Methodist as one of the best healthcare providers in the nation.”
