Oh, What a Night! - St. Joseph Medical Center

DIn te Spirit dInspired giving through the St. Joseph Medical Center FoundationOh,What a Night!Hands quickly raised to bid on the live auction…dancing to Shades of Blue…mingling among friends…Guests at the Hyatt Regency Inner Harbor onSaturday, April 18 could feel the commotion from“Life in Motion,” St. Joseph Medical Center’s Galabenefiting The Orthopaedic Institute at St. Joseph.With 800 guests in attendance, the Gala nettedover $300,000 to support an orthopaedic programthat has received national awards and recognition.David Dalury, M.D., one of the honorary chairs of theGala and a Foundation board member, commented:“The Institute at St. Joseph Medical Center is one ofthe largest in the state, leaders not only in orthopaedicsbut pain management, as well. I’m delighted that somany of our support staff could be a part of theevening as many of them will benefit from the Gala.(Continued on following page)(clockwise from top)David Dalury, M.D., Kim Tortolani, Justin Tortolani, M.D.;Baltimore County Executive Jim Smith, James Ricely, M.D., Peggy Ricely;Gala Co-Chairs, Victoria and Carmen Deyesu;Heather Troyer, C.N.A., Amy Baker, R.N., Heather Gamber, R.N.,Nicole Wallace, R.N., Sarah Staley, C.N.A., Charmaine Harper, R.N.sjmcmd.org / St. Joseph Medical Center foundation Fall 2009 A

Oh,Whata Night!(Continued)Half of the proceedswill support educationalprograms, including theOrthopaedic Fund forNursing Excellence. Thefund enables our nursesto receive orthopaediccertification, scholarshipassistance and attendleadership developmentprograms.” Dr. Daluryadded, “It was particularlypoignant for those of uswho work at The Instituteto see so many of ourformer patients movingabout the Gala with suchease and grace. That iswhat the evening was allabout. We are gratefulto our generous sponsorswho made “Life inMotion” such a success.”The dance floor is alive withmotion; Jim Narutowicz, one ofour patients featured inGala video, is recognized.Michael Schultz, M.D., medical director of The Breast Center, cancer survivors Melody McMillen andMike 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 Orioleshandily beat the Atlanta Braves 11-2 on apicture perfect Sunday afternoon. Perhapsit was the superior hitting but there mayjust have been an extra dose of good karmaat Camden Yards on June 14th.Because of the generosity of the OriolesFoundation, cancer survivors fromSt. Joseph Medical Center’s CancerInstitute were treated to a wonderfulday at the ballpark. The Foundation hasa longstanding relationship with MarkKrasna, M.D., medical director of TheCancer Institute. For the past three yearsthe Orioles have sponsored St. Joseph’sSurvivor’s Day, an event that is about fun,family and friends, not disease. Twentysixsuites filled with food, beverages andt-shirts, accommodated 650 guests thatincluded cancer survivors, their guests andmedical center caregivers. Two survivorshad the honor of throwing the first pitches.Michael Schultz, M.D., medical directorof The Breast Center at St. Joseph MedicalCenter Cancer Institute, says the dayis always emotion packed, both for thepatients and the medical staff. “So manypatients are used to seeing their physicianand support staff in a clinical setting,where their illness is paramount. To beS U RV I V O R ’ S D AYat this wonderful event, where everyoneis celebrating their health, is a beautifulthing to see.” Adds Krasna, “Many of thepatients are running from suite to suite,greeting and hugging each other. They’vebecome friends through avenues like sharedtreatment modalities or support groups.”“Cancer has directly or indirectly touchednearly all of our lives in some way,” saysOrioles Director of Communications GregBader. “The Orioles are proud to recognizeand support those who have defeated thisterrible disease, and we hope that a day atthe ballpark provides a welcome distractionfor those who have battled against it.”Rosmarie Jones and Breast Center CoordinatorSusan Feild reunite at Survivor’s Day.A Fall 2009 St. Joseph Medical Center foundation / sjmcmd.org

ZEN & NOW GIFTSIS 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 theyare asked about St. Joseph Medical Center. Now they areadding “terrific shopping” to their accolades! With theopening of the 2,000 square foot Zen & Now Gifts in July,St. Joseph has become a destination for shoppers.WORK AND PLAYCOME TOGETHER AT ST. JOSEPHWhen St. Joseph Medical Foundation needs supportfor special projects, we don’t have to search far to finda dedicated group of people who are always on boardto raise money and have a great time doing it. TheEmployee Events Committee (EEC), spearheadedby John Bruchalski, Jed Castellucci and Pam Wood,holds two spring fundraising events for employeesat St. Joseph: the Saint Patrick’s Day party and theGolf Tournament at Oakmont. This year’s EmployeeEvents proceeds went to The Orthopaedic Fundfor Nursing Excellence. As evidence of the events’popularity, over 300 people came to the St. Patrick’sDay party and 100 golfers turned out at Oakmont,raising nearly $13,000!“It doesn’t matter whether we’re on the golf course ordancing to Irish music; our employees always get in thespirit of the occasion. People call us months in advanceto make sure they get the events on their calendars,”comments Bruchalski. Adds Castellucci, “It’s great tosee different departments support each other. Woodconcludes, “The help we get from employees is alwaysamazing. It’s an honor to be a part of this committee.”In lovely, soothing surroundings, browsing among stylishwomen’s apparel and accessories, it’s easy to forget youare in a hospital setting and not a trendy boutique. Inkeeping with St. Joseph’s mission of treating body andspirit there are aromatherapy products along with organiccreams and lotions from Archipelago. And of course thereare toys, flowers, gifts, balloons and snacks. There truly issomething for everybody.A percentage of every sale from Zen & Now supportsprograms and services at St. Joseph Medical Center. Thestore operates seven days a week, from M–F 8:00 AM–8:30PM, Sat and Sun. 9:00 AM–8:00 PM. Come and see us!(left to right) Jed Castellucci, Greg Hicks, Kate Castellucci andStacy Prinzing enjoy the Saint Patrick’s Day Party held onMarch 14, 2009.q 22 nd Annual golf tournamentnJoin us on Monday, September 21, 2009at 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 DDCis a vital resource for the community. Starting with lunch, followed by an afternoon on the linksand concluding with cocktails and dinner, the Tournament is an event not to be missed! Pleasecall 410-337-1397 for additional information.sjmcmd.org / St. Joseph Medical Center foundation Fall 2009 A