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CEO’S MESSAGE Message of reflection from Ed Morton, CEO As this season draws to a close, it is appropriate that we reflect upon the significance of the 50th Anniversary of the NCH Healthcare System. This March, we marked the 50th anniversary of the treatment of the first patient by Naples Memorial Hospital. Though the name has changed from Naples Memorial to Naples Community to the NCH Healthcare System, the essence of NCH has remained the same—a communitygoverned, not-for-profit enterprise that provides care to the entire community. Ours is a rich heritage of fulfilling the mission of NCH, “To restore, promote, and Edward A. Morton maintain health in the people we serve.” Chief Executive Officer We can all be proud that we have never wavered in our commitment to this mission. What began as a dream in the minds of a small group of local citizens that this community should have its own hospital—has become a dream fulfilled as Naples Memorial has blossomed into a world-class medical system. None of this would have been possible without the “dream” being shared by the countless thousands of people who preceded those of us who today share the same dream. I wish also to take a moment to thank Dolph von Arx who has served selflessly for more than a decade as Chairman of the Board of Trustees and Chairman of the NCH Healthcare Foundation Committee. His leadership, passion, and commitment to NCH’s patients, staff, physicians, and the entire community is visible throughout the healthcare system. During his tenure as chairman, NCH achieved preeminence in cardiac care, created a state-ofthe-art cancer program, demonstrated quality in overall clinical excellence, realized significant success in fund-raising, and, most recently, established the von Arx Diabetes Center of Excellence. Thank you, Dolph, for your friendship and support. Most sincerely, Edward A. Morton Chief Executive Officer NCH Healthcare System NCH Corporate Officers Carl E. Westman, Esq., Chairman Stephen L. Schwartz, 1st Vice Chairman Richard M. Roland, M.D., 2nd Vice Chairman Richard J. Censits, Secretary/Treasurer Edward A. Morton, Chief Executive Officer Allen S. Weiss, M.D., President James A. Warnken, Asst. Treasurer Cynthia A. Bennett, Asst. Secretary Board of Trustees Elizabeth Allen Jay H. Baker William Bindley Richard S. Bodman Susan L. Dalton Paul D. Dernbach, M.D. Linda C. Flewelling LaVerne C. Franklin Ellin Goetz Thomas R. Grady, Esq. Christine H. Greider, Esq. Pierson M. Grieve Francis Harrington, M.D. Robert J. Lanigan Arnold S. Lerner Scott F. Lutgert Nelson A. Maldonado, M.D. Paul J. Marinelli Diana M. McLaughlin, M.D. Gerri Moll John M. Morrison Joseph I. Perkovich Rabbi James Perman Edwin J. Stedem, Jr. 2 PROGRESSIVE MEDICINE • SPRING 2006
Building on 50 years of success 50TH ANNIVERSARY Beatrice Briggs at the original 1956 groundbreaking Mary Ann and Jack Briggs CyberKnife technology unveiled in 2004 When a group of dedicated Naples residents decided 50 years ago to build the community’s first hospital, they could not have anticipated the technologically advanced and comprehensive healthcare system NCH would become. They did, nonetheless, have a vision of bringing the best quality care to the community. That vision continues to drive and shape the NCH Healthcare System today. “We are very respectful of and appreciative to those who went before us,” says Edward Morton, CEO, NCH Healthcare System. “They had the phenomenal vision to believe this community could support, maintain, and grow a medical system that has now been recognized nationally for its excellence in clinical care.” Such founders as Beatrice Briggs, who served as the first Chair of the Board of Trustees, her husband Stephen F. Briggs, M.D., Robert Telford, Joseph Oliver, and John Briggs, M.D. all made significant contributions of time and treasure to create the NCH Healthcare System. Their torch has been carried forward by former Chair Dolph von Arx and current Chair Carl Westman. Mr. Morton also credits his predecessor, William Crone, who served as CEO from the mid-1960s through 1999. “He was the longest continually serving CEO in the state of Florida,” Mr. Morton notes. “He led us from rather humble roots through the evolution to a major medical center.” As times change, the means of providing the best quality health care evolve—and NCH is up to the challenge. “We are building on our foundation using the tools modern technology allows, adding such advances as the da Vinci Surgical Robot and the CyberKnife ® ,” explains Mr. Morton. “We are studying human proteins to discover which treatments work best for individuals. We are working to develop a culture of learning and teamwork. “Our new wellness centers are powerful testimony to our belief in preventative medicine,” he continues. “We are taking a more pro-active approach to the treatment of diabetes, cancer, and other chronic diseases. The opening of the NCH North Collier expansion will bring a first-rate pediatric center— tangible evidence of the growth of the community and an extension of the initial board’s vision to provide quality healthcare to the entire community.” The first 50 years brought this community muchneeded medical care. That legacy inspires NCH to continue to strive for excellence, meeting the health care needs of all who live or visit here. As the future unfolds, NCH will be here, embracing and delivering the most progressive medicine with gracious care. www.NCHmd.org • PROGRESSIVE MEDICINE 3
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