A Commitment Today...and a Gift for the Future
Dr. Renée Savoy Harris is always on the move — whether delivering a baby or pounding the pavement. An obstetrician at Woman's since 1991, Dr. Harris is also an avid walker and bike rider. She walks and bikes regularly, not only to relax and unwind from her often stressful days, but also for health reasons.
That is why she was compelled to generously donate the funds to build Woman's walking trail, a project made possible in part through a planned gift. Dr. Harris split her gift by donating a portion immediately and including a provision in her will/estate plans for the balance.
At one mile long, the walking trail circles Woman's lake and offers outdoor respite from the busy activity in the hospital. Employees use the trail to burn lunchtime calories, and some even hold meetings while walking. It also allows family members — and their energetic children — a place for fresh air and respite.
"There were a lot of opportunities to leave my mark on this amazing new campus. The walking trail just fit my approach to life. I love everything about the outdoors — sunshine, water, plants, wildlife — and I wanted others to have a place to experience those simple joys in life," Dr. Harris said.
She encourages her patients to use the walking trail after appointments. "Exercise is important for everyone — including pregnant women." Her patients can also be seen using the walking trail to get back into shape after having their babies.
"The walking trail isn't just for our patients and their families. It's for the entire community, and it feels great when I see people utilizing it," she says.
Like Dr. Renée Savoy Harris, you can make a future gift to support Woman's mission to improve the health of women and infants for years to come. Contact Foundation for Woman's Office at (225) 924-8720 or giving@womans.org to learn more.
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