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For the past 30 years, the Cook Children's Physician Network (CCPN) has been a cornerstone in the institution's remarkable growth and development. Its influence extends far beyond simple numbers, fostering a culture that prioritizes both child …

Imagine a haven where respect and kindness are contagious, spreading through the halls like laughter on a playground. A place where your unique story, your background and experiences, are not just tolerated, but celebrated. We believe this place, …

Remember how inspired we all felt after the Breaking Ice performances? And how powerful the ongoing Inclusion, Diversity & Health Equity (IDE) workshops have been? We're excited to keep the conversation going and invite you to a series of …

We wanted to share this message from a Cook Children's Health Plan employee and also offer thanks to Karen Love for her guidance and leadership. We know this is a challenging time for our Health Plan team. Please feel free to leave words of …

In 2023, the Neighborhood Health Centers saw 125,761 patient visits across the seven locations. More than 50% of those patients were on Cook Children’s Health Plan.

Dear Health Plan Team Members,I wanted to provide you with an update on my message from Monday.This morning, The Texas Tribune published the article I mentioned, and it details HHSC’s decision to exclude Cook Children’s Health Plan and other plans …

We’re excited to recognize Cook Children's Neighborhood Health Center Arlington for receiving the Practice Our Promise Gold Award for their FY23 achievement of the highest Likelihood to Recommend (LTR) score for neighborhood health centers. The LTR …

Fort Worth Magazine asked Tarrant County doctors to nominate their peers for inclusion in the annual Top Doctors edition. With more than 3,250 votes cast, the magazine staff vetted each physician through the Texas Medical Board and asked a panel of …

By Kaley JohnsonNearly two dozen staff members at Cook Children’s Medical Center - Prosper are wearing yellow smiley face pins to work. They're the first recipients of a special new award at Prosper recognizing their dedication and going that extra …

By Kaley JohnsonWhen you think of Cook Children’s Medical Center, you might picture the Fort Worth campus. But the Cook Children’s family stretches far beyond Dallas-Fort Worth. Across Texas, dedicated teams are an essential part of Cook Children’s …

Thanks to everyone who wrote in this week with comments and questions about our new Paid Parental Leave (PPL) benefit.We have a few more FAQs for you.Q. If I choose to use STD for 12 weeks at 70% salary and not FMLA, then the PPL can kick in right …

You heard a little bit about this topic during a recent Town Hall Meeting or read about it in the Star-Telegram, but we have a few more details for you below.  A new benefit at Cook Children’s will provide six weeks of paid parental leave (PPL) …

Have you been watching our Practice Management Matters series? If you missed one or want to watch it again, now is your chance with the videos below. If you would like to learn more on these topics, please click on any of the following PDFs:Practice …

While the solar eclipse on April 8 is a rare and exciting event, our work at Cook Children's continues as usual that day. To ensure we provide the best possible care for our patients and their families, Cook Children's will operate on a regular …

Child Life Week is March 18-22

On March 27, the new upgrade to Microsoft Teams will be available across our health care system. The new version will set us up for the future of Teams as Microsoft continues to develop this product.Teams will continue to launch with a default to …

The Cook Children’s Cleft, Craniofacial and Plastic Surgery Department has been approved by the American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA), meeting and exceeding the highest standard of care for patients with cleft lip and palate …

The nomination deadline is Sunday, April 7 at midnight.

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In March, an award-winning theater program will make its way to Cook Children’s Medical Center - Fort Worth for a series of unmissable performances. Some Cook Children’s leadership saw the program in 2023. Here’s what some of them had to say …

We’re excited to recognize Cook Children's Pain Management for receiving the Practice Our Promise Silver Award for their achievement of the second-highest Likelihood to Recommend (LTR) score for specialty clinics. The LTR score represents patient …

Don't wait to schedule your mask fit test! You can have your test any time within 12 months of your last test. It does not have to be at the time of your annual review date.

Cook Children's is excited to announce a new initiative aimed at strengthening our commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equity (IDE). In an effort to foster a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered, the organization will …

Cook Children’s Health Care System earned a top spot on Forbes 2024 America’s Best Large Employers award list, coming in at No. 3 out of a lineup of 600. The rank acknowledges something we already knew — Cook Children’s is one of the best places to …

By Gareth PattersonAt Cook Children's, we're committed to providing exceptional care to our patients and their families. As part of this commitment, last fiscal year we reintroduced the Practice Our Promise award program, which recognizes clinics …

Black History Month is a celebration of African American heritage and achievement that takes place each February across the nation. Here at Cook Children’s, we value the experiences of each employee and their hard work to uphold Our …

June 21, 2023 The Workday Site is Now Live on CookNet!Please take the time to visit our new Workday site. This is a one-stop shop for any Workday information! The site has common hyperlinks and contact information, as well as important info on …

As we phase out Lawson and prepare to launch Workday in July, we must halt certain activities temporarily so that we can get the data transitioned from one system to the other. The dates for which each activity is halted is called a Freeze …

After almost two years of planning, design, and preparation Lawson is being phased out as Cook Children’s launches Workday in July.The transition to Workday is a big undertaking that involves collaboration across departments and teams within …

What is the Juneteenth National Independence Day holiday? “On June 17, 2021, President Joseph R. Biden Jr. signed into law the bill that established Juneteenth National Independence Day, June 19, as a legal public holiday. “Juneteenth …