News Summary
Stephanie Pons Reece has been appointed as the Regional Healthcare Practice Area Leader at Gensler. She aims to improve healthcare delivery in Houston by enhancing collaborations with local health systems and academic medical centers, translating needs into healing environments. With her rich experience in healthcare operations and design, Reece is poised to influence the future of healthcare design and improve the well-being of both patients and healthcare providers.
Houston Welcomes New Leadership at Gensler
Houston, Texas – Stephanie Pons Reece has been appointed as the Regional Healthcare Practice Area Leader at Gensler, a global design and architecture firm. In her new role, Reece will focus on establishing collaborations with local health systems and academic medical centers to enhance healthcare delivery and environment in the region. Her efforts will be aimed at translating clinical and operational needs into healing environments that promote both innovation and adaptability, which are critical in today’s evolving healthcare landscape.
Transforming Healthcare Design
Reece’s strategic vision includes shaping the national discourse on the future of healthcare design. She intends to foster positive outcomes and enhance workforce well-being, reflecting her deep commitment to improving healthcare systems. With a proven record in healthcare strategy, operations, and design, Reece is well-positioned to lead initiatives that not only address immediate healthcare challenges but also adapt to future needs.
Extensive Experience and Educational Background
Reece brings a wealth of experience to her new role, having advised numerous major U.S. healthcare organizations on various aspects of healthcare operations. Her expertise includes operational master planning, workflow optimization, and capital planning, all critical components for effective healthcare management. Additionally, her experience extends beyond domestic healthcare, having participated in international public health initiatives across South Africa, Spain, and Argentina. This global perspective will inform her approach at Gensler, as she integrates insights from different fields to enhance healthcare environments.
Previous Roles and Contributions
Before joining Gensler, Reece held significant positions at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children’s Hospital. At Baylor, she contributed to groundbreaking research focused on Acute Myeloid Leukemia, while at Texas Children’s Hospital, she played a pivotal role in developing programs for the Global HOPE Program in Malawi, aiming to improve pediatric cancer care in Sub-Saharan Africa. Furthermore, her responsibilities included managing large-scale ambulatory initiatives and overseeing the Neurosurgery Division within the Department of Surgery.
Educational Qualifications
Reece holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from Middlebury College and a Master of Public Health from Brown University. She also earned an MBA from Rice University, which equips her with the skills necessary for strategic healthcare management. Additionally, she has pursued further education with a certification in Data Visualization from Cornell University, enhancing her ability to analyze and present complex data effectively.
Commitment to Advancing Care Models
Beyond her corporate responsibilities, Reece is an active committee member of the International Society of Pediatric Oncology, showcasing her dedication to advancing care models that support both patients and healthcare providers. Her multi-faceted background in healthcare design, operations, and strategy is aligned with Gensler’s commitment to improving the built environment through innovative design solutions.
Looking Forward
In her new capacity at Gensler in Houston, Stephanie Pons Reece is poised to make significant contributions towards enhancing the healthcare landscape. Her strategic leadership and interdisciplinary approach will be vital as she collaborates with local entities to create spaces that are not only functional but also conducive to healing and well-being. Reece’s appointment signifies a proactive step in addressing the present and future demands of healthcare design.
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- Rejournal: Gensler Adds Regional Healthcare Practice Area Leader in Houston
- Wikipedia: Healthcare Design
- Healthcare Design Magazine: Gensler Strengthens Healthcare Practice in Houston
- Google Search: Healthcare Design Trends
- MCD Magazine: Gensler Welcomes Three Senior Healthcare Design Leaders
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Healthcare
- Rejournal: Gensler Names Healthcare Practice Leader for South-Central Region
- Google News: Gensler Houston Healthcare
- Capital Analytics: Spotlight on Christopher Goggin at Gensler
- The Architect’s Newspaper: Gensler Unveils Redevelopment Plan for Houston Astrodome
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