We owe a debt to those who gave their lives for our freedom. On Memorial Day and always, we recognize this sacrifice. Penn Medicine honors their legacies through remembrance, support, and a commitment to the health and well-being of veterans and service members.

Health care workers are 5x more likely to face workplace violence than those in other fields. #HAVhope Friday highlights the need to create safer environments for staff. I'm proud to support American Hospital Association and the bipartisan Save Healthcare Workers Act. spr.ly/60034EERZ

This year, we observe the 160th anniversary of Juneteenth, a day rooted in resilience, a celebration of culture and heritage, and a reminder of freedom’s enduring promise.

Today is #WorldSickleCellDay, a global call to action for better care and a universal cure. At Penn Medicine, we’re committed to advancing treatment, supporting patients and families, and driving impactful research. #WSCD spr.ly/60094TJEl

Medicine begins with science, but its purpose is caring for one another. Penn Medicine partners with Project HOME to build healthier communities. We’re grateful to Leigh Middleton, 2025 SPARK Award recipient, whose support enables life-changing efforts. spr.ly/60064rQBp

Sixteen years after losing his hands in childhood from amputation, a Swiss man became the fifth person to receive a bilateral hand transplant at Penn Medicine. A multi-disciplinary team of more than 20 experts collaborated for the life-changing procedure. spr.ly/60094RZLN

Reimagining is looking beyond what exists and seeing what could be. Dr. Carmen Guerra and Penn Medicine colleagues are working with community and health organizations to move care beyond the clinic and detect colon cancer early. spr.ly/60074bBxS

Over 9,000 Penn Medicine staff rely on SEPTA to get to work, and thousands of patients take the same routes to access care. At a lunchtime event, staff had the chance to learn more about what’s at stake. Tell your state legislators public transit matters: spr.ly/60084b3cs.

Each day, SEPTA buses and other public transit help health care staff get to their jobs and patients reach care. Proposed service cuts and fare hikes put these essential trips at risk. Act now to protect affordable, reliable transit: spr.ly/60084b3cs.

At its core, health care is about improving lives. I was honored to join Carol Emmott Foundation’s interview series, “The Treasure Hunt,” to discuss how Penn Medicine meets that mission and the impact of the foundation’s fellowship program. vimeo.com/1086323298

Congrats to Kristen Molloy for making City & State PA’s 40 Under 40. She links policymakers with Penn Medicine’s groundbreaking work, turning health care challenges into solutions that strengthen our communities, improve our lives, and brighten our future. spr.ly/60054joWR

The words written in Philadelphia in 1776—life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness—declared a bold new beginning. After 249 years, they remain at the heart of the American promise. Wishing everyone in the Penn Medicine community and beyond a happy Fourth of July.

When we think about what truly supports well-being, access to medical services matters, but so do safe environments, green spaces, and strong social connections. Penn Medicine is proud to team up with the 76ers to help build healthier communities across Philadelphia.

The recent bilateral hand transplant at Penn Medicine is a profound reminder of what teamwork, skill, and purpose can achieve. I’m inspired by the dedication of our care teams and filled with gratitude for their extraordinary work. spr.ly/60004mHYe

A community’s health is strongest when care reaches everyone who needs it. I’m thankful to the Penn Medicine team and partners making cancer screenings easier to access. A new mammography van hits the streets July 13 at our annual West Philly health fair. spr.ly/60024S6Js

Financial stewardship powers strong organizations. Congrats to Julia Puchtler on being named to Becker's Hospital Review CFOs to Know. Her leadership helps Penn Medicine accelerate progress in clinical care, research, and education. spr.ly/60004q2W2

On the front lines of Philadelphia's opioid crisis, Penn Medicine staff treat xylazine-related wounds by delivering holistic care across the health system and in the community, meeting people where they are with commitment and compassion. spr.ly/60094lAH5

Future-forward design and state-of-the-art facilities matter, but modern medicine also includes making care easier and more accessible. Learn how Penn Medicine is creating a blueprint to ensure treatments are always within reach: spr.ly/60064YVIm.

From North Philly to the NBA, Marc Jackson’s journey is an encouraging story of perseverance and fortitude. We’re grateful he joined us for a Penn Medicine town hall meeting to share stories from his basketball career with the 76ers and lessons that go beyond the court.

From bench to bedside to bold ideas, Penn Medicine is focused on the future. I was honored to join @HadleyGamble at #ADGHW25 to discuss how tools like AI and precision medicine can transform health care by preventing disease before it begins. spr.ly/60014YVDH