Portland, OR. Legacy Emanuel Medical Center celebrated the caregivers who treat seriously ill or injured patients using Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) technology. (An ECMO machine substitutes for a patient’s failed lungs or heart. This revolutionary technology allows the lungs to rest, giving the body time to fight the infection by oxygenating the blood outside of the body when the lungs cannot function normally.) About 150 guests gathered in The Atrium of Legacy Emanuel on October 5th to raise funds for the hospital’s ECMO program. Guests enjoying the benefit included Sara Weinstein and Frank Piacentini who serves on the Emanuel Medical Center Foundation. (Photo credit, Andie Petkus)
Jonathan Hill, M.D., Penny Hill, Shirley Newcomb, Mike Newcomb, D.O., Joseph Deng, M.D. and Tanja Epley, D.O.
The ECMO mobile transport unit
Carlos and Martha Pagan and Roya Quirk (pictured with husband Steven) shared their patient stories of being saved by ECMO.
Guests enjoying the event in the Legacy Emanuel Atrium.
Emanuel Medical Center Foundation is raising funds to help purchase four ECMO machines and ancillary equipment. Each machine costs approximately $105,000. “Legacy Emanuel is making significant investments to provide the highest-quality patient care for generations to come,” said Trent Green, president of Legacy Emanuel. “We are thankful for the strong community support of our ECMO Program.”
The evening featured personal stories from patients and their families. Roya Quirk reflected on how Legacy Emanuel’s mobile ECMO team saved her life. She had collapsed and blacked out while watching TV at home. When paramedics arrived, her breathing was shallow. “I am thankful the paramedics chose to drive me to Legacy Emanuel where the outstanding trauma team knew exactly how to treat me when a pulmonary embolism caused my heart to stop four times,” she said.
From Legacy:
Legacy Emanuel’s ECMO program is the busiest and most experienced center in the region. The program has been recognized as a distinguished leader in critical care. And, it is the only ECMO program in the Pacific Northwest to have an ECMO transport team. The six-person mobile critical care team is available at a moment’s notice for patient’s in immediate need of this life-saving therapy.
Nationally known for expertise in treating critical health conditions, Legacy Emanuel is a medical pacesetter. With advanced specialized services, which include a Level I Trauma Center, a Level I Burn Center, ECMO and the LifeFlight Network, it is a vital regional hub for trauma care.
To learn more about supporting any of Legacy Health’s hospitals or programs, call the Legacy Health Office of Philanthropy at 503-415-4700 or visit www.legacyhealth.org/giving.
Auction Co-Chairs: Shawn Menashe, CWA Executive Director Heather Martin, Tara Kinateder and Matt Felton
Richard Popiel, M.D. Executive Vice President & Corporate Chief Medical Officer at Cambia Health Solutions posed for a photo with the emcee for the benefit, Drew Carney From KGW.
Jill Nelson is ecstatic about her winning bid.
Every year, professional sommeliers volunteer their time at the Classic Wines Auction. The Auction relies on assistance from this group and over 350 other volunteers to help with the event.
Jason Zidell and William Oben celebrate their winning bid for a package.
(L to R) Cynthia and John Morgan, Mark Adams, M.D., Kristy and Sean Robbins, Steven and Elisa Klein, Kimberley Chan, M.D., Richard Popiel, M.D., Executive Vice President & Corporate Chief Medical Officer at Cambia Health Solutions and his wife Dr. Lisa Holland
With a record-breaking year on the books, the Classic Wines Auction has raised nearly $45 million for its partners in the organization’s 33 years. This announcement comes on the heels of its 2016 event being ranked number seven on Wine Spectator’s annual list of Top 10 charity wine auctions in the U.S.
“We’re overwhelmed by the generous support of our community and the success of this year’s event,” said Heather Martin, Executive Director of the Classic Wines Auction. “We implemented a number of format changes this year to shorten the evening and freshen up the event, and we are thrilled by the positive response from our attendees, donors, sponsors, and nonprofit partners. We know these funds will create incredible opportunities for youth and families in Oregon and Southwest Washington.”
With more than 850 guests in attendance, the paddle raise drew in more than $1.1 million, another new record for the organization. “Weekend with Rombauer,” a trip for six couples to Napa Valley, went for the highest sum, raising $108,000. Other hot packages included a 2018 Lexus LC500h, a trip to France with Louis Roederer Group, and an African safari with Betz Family Winery.
Throughout the year, Classic Wines Auction hosts a number of events in support of its nonprofit partners, including:
Fall Winemaker Dinner Series: November: 14-16, 2017
Spring Winemaker Dinner Series: Feb. 20-22, 27-28, March 1, 2018
About Classic Wines Auction:
Consistently recognized as one of the top ten charity wine auctions in the country by Wine Spectator Magazine, the Classic Wines Auction has raised nearly $45 million for local nonprofit partners since its inception in 1982. Based in Portland, Ore., Classic Wines Auction, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to producing the Classic Wines Auction and related food and wine events to raise funds for local organizations benefiting children and families, including: Metropolitan Family Service (MFS), New Avenues for Youth, Friends of the Children-Portland, YWCA Clark County and Unity Center for Behavioral Health. The organization recently received – for the third consecutive year – a four star rating from Charity Navigator recognizing exemplary performance in accountability, transparency, as well as strong financial health. More at www.classicwinesauction.com.
Portland, OR. The evening began with a standing ovation and ended with a remarkable outpouring of generosity as a record-setting $631,000 was raised for the Providence Child Center and Center for Medically Fragile Children.Heart of Gold emcee Bill Schonely took time for a photo with Pat Moss, Jim Moss, Tina Gauthier and Tim Gauthier at the February 15th gala.
Since 1992, the Heart of Gold award has honored members of the community for their unwavering support for the young people at the Center for Medically Fragile Children. Past recipients include sports broadcaster Bill Schonely, real estate developer Joe Weston, civic leader Gerry Frank and well-known physician Don Romanaggi, M.D.
Carrie Petz, whose 15-year-old son Joel has lived at the center since age 3, delivered an emotional speech during the evening. “The child center has been our second home and we are so very grateful for the care Joel receives from the staff,” said Petz, noting the important role the center has played in her family.
Kyle Petz, center, and his parents, Nate and Carrie Petz gave emotional remarks at the event. Kyle’s twin brother, Joel Petz, is a resident at the Center for Medically Fragile Children.
Nate and Carrie Petz with sons Kyle and Joel.
For the finale, the “Heart of Gold” award was given to the 125 caregivers at the Center for Medically Fragile Children. These exceptional individuals bring their compassion, kindness, dedication and expertise to some of the most vulnerable young people in our community.
Providence Center for Medically Fragile Children’s 125 caregivers were honored this year for the compassion, kindness, dedication and expertise they bring to some of the most vulnerable children in our community.
“Once you spend time with these children, you are changed,” said Angela Shields, RN, as she accepted the honor surrounded by her fellow caregivers. “These kids teach us so much about life, patience and love.”
Past honorees gather for the 25th and final year of the Heart of Gold award celebration.
Providence Child Center board member Blake Howells, past Heart of Gold honoree Don Romanaggi, M.D., Dotty Schonely and Liz Howells
Past honoree and sports broadcaster Bill Schonely was the master of ceremonies at this year’s Heart of Gold event.
The Center for Medically Fragile Children is the only pediatric nursing facility of its kind in the Pacific Northwest that cares for children with profound disabilities and complex medical needs. The $631,000 raised at this year’s Heart of Gold finale will help endow the center to ensure that the young residents continue to receive the latest treatments, therapies and care inspired by this year’s honorees.
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The Providence Child Center provides services for children of all abilities to help them reach their full potential and includes the Center for Medically Fragile Children, the only facility in the Northwest offering skilled-nursing care for children with profound disabilities and complex medical needs; Providence Children’s Development Institute; Swindells Resource Center for children and families; and Providence Wee Care. For more information, visit www.providence.org/childcenter.
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.
Portland, OR. Nearly 300 donors and community leaders joined scientists from OHSU, and around the world, to celebrate the launch of a collaboration between the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute and the British-based charity, Cancer Research UK. Jay Leno hosted the panel discussion featuring prominent leaders in the international fight against cancer. The event at the Sentinel Hotel preceded the three-day Sondland-Durant Early Detection of Cancer Conference presented by the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute and Cancer Research UK.
Sir Harpal Kumar, chief executive officer, Cancer Research UK; Brian Druker, M.D., director, OHSU Knight Cancer Institute; panel discussion moderator Jay Leno
Gordon Sondland, CEO of Provenance Hotels, and Katy Durant, managing partner of Atlas Investments (Gordon and Katy are founders of the Gordon D. Sondland & Katherine J. Durant Foundation); Mavis and Jay Leno
Portland mayor-elect Ted Wheeler; Brian Druker, M.D., director, OHSU Knight Cancer Institute; Travis Knight, president and CEO, LAIKA
The June 21st event was a kick-off for the “Reimagine Hope” conference.
From the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute:
The OHSU Knight Cancer Institute is an international leader in cancer research and personalized cancer treatment. The director, Brian Druker, M.D., helped usher in the era of personalized cancer medicine with his discovery that cancer cells could be shut down by disabling the molecules that drive their growth without harming healthy cells. The drug that resulted from that research, Gleevec®, revolutionized how cancer is treated. It also inspired a new wave of exploration of treatments that target cancer-causing molecules.
Ending cancer as we know it –
With the mission of ending cancer as we know it, the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute continues to build its scientific and clinical leadership and cancer treatment resources. Public support and private philanthropy – including a transformative $100 million gift from Nike Chairman Phil Knight and his wife Penny in 2008 – have provided crucial resources to advance our progress.
Most recently, Dr. Druker’s plans to advance the early detection of cancer beyond methods used today, so that it’s possible to catch and treat the biological triggers of the disease, inspired Nike co-founder Phil Knight and his wife, Penny, to pledge a $500 million donationto Knight Cancer if OHSU raised an additional $500 million as part of a two-year fundraising campaign. Thousands of donors from across the country and around the globe stepped up to the Knight Cancer Challenge, and OHSU announced the completion of the challenge on June 25, 2015. Read about our progress and learn more at onwardohsu.org.
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