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Oh,What a Night! (Continued) Half of the proceeds will support educational programs, including the Orthopaedic Fund for Nursing Excellence. The fund enables our nurses to receive orthopaedic certification, scholarship assistance and attend leadership development programs.” Dr. Dalury added, “It was particularly poignant for those of us who work at The Institute to see so many of our former patients moving about the Gala with such ease and grace. That is what the evening was all about. We are grateful to our generous sponsors who made “Life in Motion” such a success.” The dance floor is alive with motion; Jim Narutowicz, one of our patients featured in Gala video, is recognized. Michael Schultz, M.D., medical director of The Breast Center, cancer survivors Melody McMillen and Mike Nelsen, along with Mark Krasna, M.D., medical director of The Cancer Institute pose with The Oriole Bird. Both McMillen and Nelson threw ceremonial first pitches at the game. It’s hard to say exactly why the Orioles handily beat the Atlanta Braves 11-2 on a picture perfect Sunday afternoon. Perhaps it was the superior hitting but there may just have been an extra dose of good karma at Camden Yards on June 14th. Because of the generosity of the Orioles Foundation, cancer survivors from St. Joseph Medical Center’s Cancer Institute were treated to a wonderful day at the ballpark. The Foundation has a longstanding relationship with Mark Krasna, M.D., medical director of The Cancer Institute. For the past three years the Orioles have sponsored St. Joseph’s Survivor’s Day, an event that is about fun, family and friends, not disease. Twentysix suites filled with food, beverages and t-shirts, accommodated 650 guests that included cancer survivors, their guests and medical center caregivers. Two survivors had the honor of throwing the first pitches. Michael Schultz, M.D., medical director of The Breast Center at St. Joseph Medical Center Cancer Institute, says the day is always emotion packed, both for the patients and the medical staff. “So many patients are used to seeing their physician and support staff in a clinical setting, where their illness is paramount. To be S U RV I V O R ’ S D AY at this wonderful event, where everyone is celebrating their health, is a beautiful thing to see.” Adds Krasna, “Many of the patients are running from suite to suite, greeting and hugging each other. They’ve become friends through avenues like shared treatment modalities or support groups.” “Cancer has directly or indirectly touched nearly all of our lives in some way,” says Orioles Director of Communications Greg Bader. “The Orioles are proud to recognize and support those who have defeated this terrible disease, and we hope that a day at the ballpark provides a welcome distraction for those who have battled against it.” Rosmarie Jones and Breast Center Coordinator Susan Feild reunite at Survivor’s Day. A Fall 2009 St. Joseph Medical Center foundation / sjmcmd.org
ZEN & NOW GIFTS IS HERE! Visitors to Zen & Now Gifts can enjoy a unique shopping experience, buying everything from stylish outfits to delicious candy in one location. Many immediately say “top notch” health care when they are asked about St. Joseph Medical Center. Now they are adding “terrific shopping” to their accolades! With the opening of the 2,000 square foot Zen & Now Gifts in July, St. Joseph has become a destination for shoppers. WORK AND PLAY COME TOGETHER AT ST. JOSEPH When St. Joseph Medical Foundation needs support for special projects, we don’t have to search far to find a dedicated group of people who are always on board to raise money and have a great time doing it. The Employee Events Committee (EEC), spearheaded by John Bruchalski, Jed Castellucci and Pam Wood, holds two spring fundraising events for employees at St. Joseph: the Saint Patrick’s Day party and the Golf Tournament at Oakmont. This year’s Employee Events proceeds went to The Orthopaedic Fund for Nursing Excellence. As evidence of the events’ popularity, over 300 people came to the St. Patrick’s Day party and 100 golfers turned out at Oakmont, raising nearly $13,000! “It doesn’t matter whether we’re on the golf course or dancing to Irish music; our employees always get in the spirit of the occasion. People call us months in advance to make sure they get the events on their calendars,” comments Bruchalski. Adds Castellucci, “It’s great to see different departments support each other. Wood concludes, “The help we get from employees is always amazing. It’s an honor to be a part of this committee.” In lovely, soothing surroundings, browsing among stylish women’s apparel and accessories, it’s easy to forget you are in a hospital setting and not a trendy boutique. In keeping with St. Joseph’s mission of treating body and spirit there are aromatherapy products along with organic creams and lotions from Archipelago. And of course there are toys, flowers, gifts, balloons and snacks. There truly is something for everybody. A percentage of every sale from Zen & Now supports programs and services at St. Joseph Medical Center. The store operates seven days a week, from M–F 8:00 AM–8:30 PM, Sat and Sun. 9:00 AM–8:00 PM. Come and see us! (left to right) Jed Castellucci, Greg Hicks, Kate Castellucci and Stacy Prinzing enjoy the Saint Patrick’s Day Party held on March 14, 2009. q 22 nd Annual golf tournamentn Join us on Monday, September 21, 2009 at Chestnut Ridge Country Club, Lutherville, Maryland. Don’t miss this opportunity to support St. Joseph Medical Center’s Digestive Disease Center (DDC). With a reputation for diagnosing and treating difficult digestive symptoms, the DDC is a vital resource for the community. Starting with lunch, followed by an afternoon on the links and concluding with cocktails and dinner, the Tournament is an event not to be missed! Please call 410-337-1397 for additional information. SJMcmd.org / St. Joseph Medical Center foundation Fall 2009 A
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