First Responders Thanked at Legacy Emanuel Medical Center Benefit

Portland, OR. Legacy Emanuel Medical Center celebrated special caregivers and first responders who care for patients. More than 235 guests gathered at the Sentinel Hotel on October, 28th to thank the heroes, like Portland Fire and Rescue professionals, and raise money for Legacy Emanuel’s programs and services. The event netted nearly $130,000.

Event guests raise their paddles in support of Legacy Emanuel Medical Center.

Legacy Medical Group cardiologist Amish Desai, M.D., (center) celebrates a successful event with his team.

Emanuel Medical Center Foundation trustee Kurt Hansen (center) enjoys the evening with friends.

Lori J. Morgan, M.D., (center) president of Legacy Emanuel Medical Center welcomes guests as they arrive.

From Legacy Health:

Legacy Health is a locally owned nonprofit health care provider. At Legacy Health, we offer compassionate, comprehensive care to everyone who walks through our doors. Serving Oregon and Southwest Washington, Legacy has seven medical centers, including a specialized children’s hospital, more than 50 clinics, a research institute and hospice services. Legacy is committed to providing exceptional health care. We rely on generous donations, fundraising events, grants and bequests to support the services that assist patients and their families with the financial and emotional impacts of medical issues, as well as help fund advanced medical technology, preventive screenings, educational programs, research and more.

Elisa Klein

I’ve been a professional journalist and writer since 1987, (and long-time reporter for KOIN-TV.) As a nationally published reporter, with a Master’s Degree in Journalism, I love to report positive news and information. Journalism has also connected me with another non-profit where I served as a leader; the Northwest’s biggest writer’s organization: The Willamette Writers.