In recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month, which was designed to acknowledge the contributions of Hispanic Americans to the history and culture of the United States, I was inspired to take some time to reflect upon heritage, as well as all the people who have worked hard and made sacrifices to give us the freedom and resources that we enjoy today. Recently, we celebrated one of my colleagues who is retiring after 40 years of service. It was overwhelming to see the outpour of love given to him, not only by his peers and team members, but from patients as well. As healthcare leaders we have the honor to inspire others to live the mission of our organization by improving the health of our patients and communities. It is our responsibility to contribute to our field and our profession. I have been very fortunate in my career because many people have invested in me and provided resources for me to be successful. Now, it is my turn to be one of the leaders creating a path forward fo