Declaration of Health Independence

Dear Healthcare Colleague,

It has been more than two centuries and four decades since the Declaration of Independence was signed signaling the end of a war and announcing the birth of our country. With all that is going on in the world, I am thankful that we live a country that encourages the pursuit of peace, happiness and liberty which our founding leaders established. Thomas Jefferson drew the first draft of the Declaration of Independence before it was submitted to a committee for review. A very memorable section from the final document is:

“We hold these truths to be self-evident; that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.”

 

What struck me about this preamble portion is how it mirrors the mission and purpose to many healthcare organizations. All people are created equal and we treat anyone in need within our industry of providing health. Our patients, every single one, have the right to improve their health to achieve a better life and pursue peace and happiness. 


You make a difference in how we make this happen for each and everyone of our patients. It doesn't matter how you serve within the Healthcare Industry, there is an impact that you make day in and day out. This can take place directly with the patient, the family or to each other as we find ways to serve and make difference. 


Thank you.


Your friend,

Luis Chanaga

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