Baptist Health System in the Community
At Baptist Health System we are committed to serving our patients and to improving the community we live in. As our mission states, we exist to provide the highest quality in health care delivery, education and community service through a dedicated team of health care professionals working together in a compassionate Christian environment. The health system is involved in more than a dozen non-profit health organizations that support the health and wellness of children and families and we provide community outreach through education, expos, seminars, and much more.
Baptist in the Community
We provide an array of services through our community relations and clinical outreach team, including just some of the following:
Speakers and Community Outreach Representatives
If your group or organization is searching for a speaker on a health issue, disease (heart, cancer, etc.), or health condition we are happy to help. Submit a request online or contact Kristina Aderhold at (210) 297-1029 for more information.
Communities and Neighborhoods
If you are planning a community activity or event we may be able to offer health information and possible representation at your event make a request online.
Community Report
Read the Baptist Health System Community Report.
Clinical Outreach at Baptist
At Baptist Health System we are also committed to partnering with healthcare providers in the rural communities of South Texas in order to provide the highest level of care to patients in those areas. We are striving to make the excellent services which are available at all five of our Baptist Hospitals easily accessible to patients and physicians, and to provide the support that is needed to all our neighboring communities.
Charitable Donations
Each year we give hundreds of thousands of dollars to many organizations such as the American Heart Association, the American Cancer Society , South Texas Blood & Tissue Center, the United Way , Faith Family Cinic , and many more. In 2008, 2009, and 2010 Bapist was the signature sponsor of the American Heart Association’s San Antonio Start! Heart Walk. More than 1,000 Baptist Health System employees raised over $100,000 and walked to show their support in the fight heart against disease.
Contact Information
Baptist Health System in the Community
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For information on community and corporate outreach, screenings, events and sponsorships please contact
Kristina Aderhold
Director of Corporate Relations, Sponsorships and Outreach Marketing at (210) 297-1029.
News Media
For information regarding charitable donations or if you are a member of the News Media please contact
Patti Tanner
, Director of Public Relations at (210) 297-1021 or (210) 297-1000.
Clinical Outreach
For information on our Clinical Outreach program, contact
Nancy Schmucker, R.N., Director of Clinical Outreach at 210-297-8551.
Mobile Health Screening Unit
For information about the Mobile Health Screening Unit, contact
Beth Davenport
, R.N., Manager of Community Health Screening at (210) 297-8563.