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Winter Newsletter09_FINAL:Layout 1 2/12/09 4:35 PM Page 2 Serving Palisades Medical Center and the Harborage WINTER 2009 Board of Governors Palisades Medical Center Foundation Chairman John C. Meditz Horizon Asset Management Resident of Weehawken Erin Borger UBS Resident of Weehawken Randy J. Brosseau K. Hovnanian Homes Resident of West New York Jose R. Cruz Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. Resident of Edgewater Fred Daibes Daibes Enterprises Resident of Edgewater Ulises E. Diaz Verizon Resident of Rutherford Thomas M. Eastwick Eastwick Colleges/HoHoKus Schools, Inc. Resident of Pearl River, NY Edward A. Fleckenstein, Esq. Resident of Weehawken Mohamed Lateef, MD Resident of Ridgefield Park Theresa de León PNC Wealth Management Resident of Jersey City Suri B. Ponamgi, MD Resident of Englewood Cliffs Bruce J. Markowitz President and CEO Palisades Medical Center Howard M. Shiffman Cornell Surgical Co. Resident of Old Tappan Donna M. Uher Resident of Weehawken Thomas M. Venino, Esq. Venino and Venino Resident of Fort Lee Palisades Medical Center Foundation Staff VP/Executive Director Elisse Glennon [email protected] Manager of Communications and Development Gary Mignone [email protected] Coordinator Kathy Aitchison [email protected] Miracle on the Hudson! Palisades Medical Staff Hailed as “Heroes” by Governor Corzine and Flight Passengers January 15, 2009, was anything but an ordinary day along the Hudson River waterfront. Just minutes after takeoff from LaGuardia Airport, US Airways Flight 1549 was forced to make an emergency landing in the Hudson River near Port Imperial in Weehawken, approximately one mile south of Palisades Medical Center. The crash landing was coined The Miracle on the Hudson by New York Governor David Paterson because all 150 passengers and five crew members on board surPalisades Medical Center President and CEO Bruce J. Markowitz, left, stands with New Jersey vived and were safely rescued Gov. Jon Corzine, center, as they talk to reporters about US Airways Flight 1549 passengers from the partially submerged who were brought to Palisades for treatment after the plane's crash landing in the Hudson River. (AP Photo/Mel Evans) plane by nearby watercraft. Several of the plane’s passengers were was treated at Palisades. “It has given me confirushed to Palisades for emergency care and were dence in mankind that in tough times people will treated for hypothermia and other injuries. The work to do the right thing, and that they can Medical Center staff response was a well-coordi- work together to help those in times of need. nated effort thanks to its extensive disaster relief This experience, though terrifying, has changed my life for the better.” training and procedures. New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine visited Palisades just hours after the crash to check on the passengers who were being treated in the Emergency Department. During his visit, Governor Corzine commended Medical Center personnel for their efforts during the crisis. He also acknowledged the heroic efforts of New York Waterway’s ferry workers and local fire and rescue personnel. For several days following the crash, passengers who were treated at Palisades were featured on national television news programs including ABC’s Good Morning America and CBS’s The Morning Show. During their interviews, they consistently praised Palisades’ staff for providing high-quality and compassionate care throughout their stay. For reservations or sponsorship “The staff at Palisades Medical Center are information, please call 201-854-5008 heroes,” said Barry Leonard, a flight survivor who 19TH ANNUAL PALISADES CLASSIC MAY 11, 2009 Ridgewood Country Club Paramus, New Jersey or visit www.palisadesmedicalfoundation.org Winter Newsletter09_FINAL:Layout 1 2/12/09 4:35 PM Page 3 Welcome to the Board! Four new members have been officially named to the PMC Foundation’s Board of Governors. The new members will bring a variety of professional skills and expertise that will enhance the Foundation’s leadership and strategic planning for the future. Letter from the Executive Director Erin Borger Jose R. Cruz Associate Director, Management Training Advisor, New FA Development UBS Executive Director, Investment Sales, Capital Markets Group Cushman & Wakefield of NJ, Inc. Resident of Edgewater Resident of Weehawken Mohamed Lateef, MD Suri B. Ponamgi, MD Palisades Medical Center Resident of Ridgefield Park 2 Palisades Medical Center Resident of Englewood Cliffs The Miracle on the Hudson shined a worldwide spotlight on the heroic efforts and caring nature of the people in our local communities. Clearly, the efforts of the emergency responders and ferry workers served as a stellar example to the world of what it means to lend a helping hand to those in times of crisis. At Palisades, the emergency response and care following the plane’s crash landing in the Hudson also showed exactly how our Medical Center is prepared to effectively handle disaster situations. The kind words of the passengers treated at Palisades also reflect our everyday work to highquality, compassionate healthcare to every patient who comes through our doors. Our Medical Staff and employees truly deserve the many accolades that they have received for their incredible work. The Miracle on the Hudson also illustrated what countless supporters of the PMC Foundation have told me during the past five years. Our loyal friends have consistently said that they choose to make generous donations to support Palisades because it is a reliable and trustworthy institution that will “always be there to help people in difficult times.” The generous philanthropic support that we receive from thousands of local residents and businesses is what makes Palisades the premier healthcare provider for our community. Pledges to our 30th Anniversary Campaign have now surpassed $5 million. I encourage you all to continue to support our 30th Anniversary Campaign to ensure that the Medical Center and the Harborage are always here to care for our neighbors. Elisse E. Glennon VP/Executive Director Winter Newsletter09_FINAL:Layout 1 2/12/09 4:35 PM Page 4 NEWS TO KNOW • Dr. Bornia receives APPLE Award • AACVPR certifies Cardiac Center • Federal Grant upgrades OR and SDS • Weight-loss surgery now offered • Breast Cancer Program educates residents Institute of Nursing Honors Maria E. Bornia, MD The Institute of Nursing presented its prestigious APPLE Award – Acknowledging Physician Partners: A Liaison for Excellence to Maria E. Bornia, Vice President of Medical Affairs at Palisades. The award honored Dr. Bornia’s work in supporting nurses and for being a tireless patient advocate. Dr. Bornia has been a true visionary and trailblazer throughout Palisades’ 30-year history, and she is respected by her peers for being relentless in her commitment to her patients and best practices. AACVPR Certifies Cardiac Center The American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) has certified Palisades’ Cardiac Catheterization Center. AACVPR certification verifies that programs at Palisades meet the essential standards of care to effectively reduce morbidity, mortality, and disability from cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases through education, prevention, rehabilitation, research, and aggressive disease management. Federal Grant Expands OR and Same Day Surgery The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) recently awarded a $260,685 grant to Palisades for equipment and technology enhancements that will expand its Operating Rooms and Same Day Surgery Department. This critical expansion will greatly improve capacity and ensure that more than 13,000 more residents will be served at Palisades without leaving our local community to find needed services. It will also help ensure that Palisades is better prepared in the event of a homeland security issue in Manhattan. Breast Cancer Program Reaches Local Women in Need Palisades’ Breast Cancer Community Outreach Program is working to provide a full circle of breast cancer education and care to our area’s uninsured and underinsured women. Since the program began in October 2008, more than 35 local women have already received free educational materials, initial breast exams, and mam- mograms at Palisades. The program has been made possible thanks to Palisades’ strong partnerships with the Cancer Education and Early Detection (CEED) Programs in Hudson County and Bergen County and generous grant funding from the Susan G. Komen for the Cure North Jersey. Bariatric Medicine Comes to Palisades Led by Stefanie Vaimakis, MD, FACS, FASMBS, bariatric surgeries are now offered at Palisades for individuals who have been unable to achieve significant weight loss through diet modifications and exercise programs alone. Bariatric surgery, also known as weight loss surgery, refers to the various surgical procedures performed to treat obesity by modification of the gastrointestinal tract to reduce nutrient intake and/or absorption. Dr. Vaimakis specializes in advanced laparoscopic techniques and laparoscopic bariatric surgery. Winter Newsletter09_FINAL:Layout 1 2/12/09 4:35 PM Page 5 It was a festive holiday season at Palisades as the Medical Staff, employees and volunteers took some time from their busy schedules to celebrate their achievements in 2008. Several members of Girl Scout Troop #2005 from Trinity Reformed Church in West New York also delivered some holiday cheer while visiting Harborage residents. 4 Winter Newsletter09_FINAL:Layout 1 2/12/09 4:36 PM Page 6 5 Winter Newsletter09_FINAL:Layout 1 2/12/09 4:36 PM Page 7 Community Connections See more photos from special events at www.palisadesmedicalfoundation.org “First” Baby Returns! On September 11, 1978, Steven Montes was the first baby ever born at the newly opened Palisades General Hospital. Steven, who now resides in Pasadena, California, recently visited relatives in New Jersey to celebrate his 30th birthday. During his vacation, he read several newspaper articles about Palisades’ 30th Anniversary and decided to visit the campus. He was extremely impressed with Palisades’ facilities and was amazed at the growth and community development along the waterfront. They got a head start… Jennifer Bailey, DPT; Grace Ricigliano, RN; and John Nagatsuki, DPT, all have something in common. Each of them can trace their Palisades experience back to a time when they each volunteered in the Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Department. Today, all three work as staff members at Palisades. Before joining the Palisades staff, John and Jennifer graduated from UMDNJ with doctorates in Physical Therapy, and Grace graduated from Felician College’s School of Nursing. Women United The PMC Foundation was one of only five non-profits to be featured during the Women United in Philanthropy’s (WUIP) 4th Annual Fall Gathering. Several PMC Foundation and Medical Center staff members were in attendance to discuss Palisades’ community outreach activities in southern Bergen County. Erin Brockovich delivered an inspiring keynote address that encouraged attendees to use their collective power to effect positive change in our local communities. Learning the Ropes 6 Marco Velarde, 17, of Cliffside Park, has always wanted to be a surgeon. During the past year, Marco has received some great first-hand experience while volunteering at Palisades in the Central Supply Department. Marco organizes surgical instruments and delivers them to the OR surgeons. He has also completed a six-week “Central Service Technician” introductory course where he learned about bacteria and how to protect against infections. Marco is now in his senior year at Cliffside Park High School, is taking all honors courses, and hopes to be accepted for admission at Columbia University. We wish Marco the best of luck! Help Wanted! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR PATIENT FEEDING PROGRAM Palisades is looking for local residents who would like to take an active role in supporting patients who are physically unable to feed themselves. Volunteer patient feeders play an important role in providing compassionate care and they often help boost the morale of patients. To become a patient feeder or for more information on other volunteer opportunities at Palisades, please call Denise Whitley at 201-854-5011. Winter Newsletter09_FINAL:Layout 1 2/12/09 4:36 PM Page 8 2008 Star Stream Ball Celebrates 30 Years of Growth and Achievement Sires and Shiffman Honored; More than $250,000 Raised Lely Eastwick, Committee Chair Norma Almanza Nancy Boden Angela Florentino Mahasti Hessami Mohamed Lateef, MD Beth C. Shiffman Beth Shubert Adrienne Sires Donna M. Uher STAR STREAM BALL SPONSORS 2008 STAR STREAM BALL COMMITTEE Lely and Thomas M. Eastwick, Beth C. and Howard M. Shiffman, Eileen and Bruce J. Markowitz, and Adrienne and Congressman Albio Sires. Many thanks to our 2008 On November 8, energy and excitement filled the air at the Hyatt Regency on the Hudson in Jersey City as Palisades Medical Center celebrated its 30th Anniversary on the waterfront. The 2008 Star Stream Ball brought together hundreds of business leaders, public officials, physicians and local residents to celebrate Palisades’ past, present and future. Attendees enjoyed a festive night of great food, spirits and dancing as they celebrated Palisades past, present and future. The historic event also honored Congressman Albio Sires and Palisades Medical Center Chairman of the Board Howard M. Shiffman for their longtime support of Palisades. Lely Eastwick, Corporate Director at Eastwick Colleges, served as Chair of the 2008 Star Stream Ball Committee that helped make the event a success generating more than $250,000 to support the Foundation. STAR STREAM PATRONS BRONZE JOURNAL ADS Ambulatory Center for Endoscopy Frank’s Waterside Horizon Asset Management, Inc. PSE&G Siemens Medical Solutions USA United Water Jackson Lewis, LLP McCarter & English, LLP Meadowlands Hospital Liberty Rehabilitation Institute STAR STREAM SUPPORTERS Cornell Surgical Company Garden State Anesthesia Services, P.A. The Harborage North Hudson Community Action Corporation Palisades Emergency Services Palisades Health Services, Inc. Palisades Medical Staff Congressman Albio Sires TD Banknorth, N. A. Venino & Venino GOLD SPONSORS Garfunkel, Wild & Travis, PC New York Presbyterian Healthcare System Palisades Radiology Association Sodexho Corporation The YA Group, Inc. SILVER SPONSORS The Borough of Cliffside Park Inter-Regional Disposal & Recycling The Radiation Medicine Center and Ariston Radiology Associates, L.L.C. BRONZE SPONSORS Northern New Jersey Cardiology Associates, P.A. St. Jude Medical Stephen Thomsen, MD and Haroon Rashid, MD United Healthcare TABLE SPONSORS Eastwick Colleges The Harborage PNC Advisors SILVER JOURNAL ADS PMC Executive Staff Township of Weehawken COPPER JOURNAL ADS AMB-U-CAR, INC. The Auxillary at Palisades Benzel-Busch Motor Car Corp. EVENTION, INC. Fletcher Thompson Architecture Engineering LLCA. G. Enterprises Friends of Howard M. Shiffman Patricia M. Fuller Health Pro Systems Jaime M. Weiss Realty Company, Inc. MBI Gluckshaw The Shiffman Family VIE Healthcare Willis of New York WJB Financial Services, LLC HALF-PAGE JOURNAL ADS A.G. Enterprises Angelica Textile Services The Center for Wound Healing Hyatt Regency Jersey City IMCO Inserra Supermarkets, Inc. Partners Pharmacy LLC The Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Center, P.A. Ricoh Americas Corporation Rubin & Raine, Inc. Lillian Sonnenschein Tobron FRIENDS Allegro Moving Systems, LLC Felix Barrera Foley Proctor Yoskowitz, L.L.C. Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc. Jan-Pro Cleaning Systems Lighthouse Communications Major Medical Hospital Services, Inc. New Solutions, Inc. Thomas & Dorothy Riley Dr. & Mrs. Anthony M. Schiano S. T. Construction Spruce Industries, Inc. S.W. Lock & Doorcheck Company United Federated Systems, Inc. Denise C. Whitley & Raul Ruiz 7 Winter Newsletter09_FINAL:Layout 1 2/12/09 4:36 PM Page 9 30 YEARS P H O T O G R A P H S F R O M T H E To s e e e v e n m o r e p h o t o s f r o m t h i s h i s t o r i c e v e n t , 8 Winter Newsletter09_FINAL:Layout 1 2/12/09 4:36 PM Page 10 on the waterfront 2 0 0 8 S T A R S T R E A M B A L L p l e a s e v i s i t w w w. p a l i s a d e s m e d i c a l f o u n d a t i o n . o r g 9 Winter Newsletter09_FINAL:Layout 1 2/12/09 4:36 PM Page 11 2008 Annual Fund Donations to the Annual Fund play a vital part in supporting the day-to-day operations of Palisades Medical Center and the Harborage. Unrestricted gifts to the Annual Fund help Palisades address critical needs in delivering high-quality patient care and extend the Medical Center’s community health outreach initiatives. Annual Fund donors may also target their donations to support specific programs and services. Please call the Foundation Office at 201-854-5008 for more information or to make an Annual Fund donation. Supporters ($5,000 to $9,999) Abbott Nutrition The Provident Bank Foundation Tree of Life Donors ($1,000 to $4,999) Kaufman Film & Television, Inc. Schering-Plough Corporation Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. West New York Leones Cubanos Donors ($500 to $999) Merck & Co., Inc. Respironics, Inc. Donors ($250 to $499) Francis A. Agresti Eisai, Inc. Donors ($100 to $249) Luisita L. Balsamo Burton H. and Maxine Hobson Lois Leggiero In Memory of Michael A. Leggiero Ernest Peterson In Memory of Claire Peterson Raha Rafii Roc Harbour Group Donors (Up to $99) Stanley Kosakowski In Honor of Michael Kosakowski Edgar P. Rosales 10 In Memory of Teodorico R. Rodriguez In memory of Teodorico R. Rodriguez, MD, his wife Mila Z. Rodriguez and other family members and friends published his memoirs. The book, entitled Across the Years, encouraged readers to support the Foundation. Please call the Foundation Office at 201-854-5008 to obtain a copy of the book. Dr. Philip S. and Diana Affuso Jacqueline Baran Cecile Blanchet Irvin and Lucy Bough Catherine Campen Lisa Clausman Norma A. Cordero Margaret Daniel Helen M. Gadalla Lucinda G. Gursky Theresa Kuhn Jacqueline D. La Croix Michael Liss Dorothy and Thomas Riley Suzanne L. Robinson Anne and William Semmes Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Werner Located in the Harborage chapel, the Tree of Life features beautiful bronze leaves, acorns and stones that can be engraved with special tributes. It is truly a unique way to support the Foundation. Please call the Foundation Office at 201-8545008 for more information on how to make a Tree of Life donation. Maria T. Barcia In Honor of Ameila Jorge Marie Brown Desmond Donaghey Patricia Kelemen In Memory of Marie Krzywicki John S. Mace In Memory of Robert Clive Mace, Sr. William M. O’Brien James Pesola In Memory of Joseph Lucia and Stella Pesola Teresa Rodriguez Thomas Saglimbene In Memory of Santa Saglimbene Stanley Schwarzwald 2008 Guardian Angel Tributes Patients and families clearly recognize that Palisades’ greatest strength is the compassionate service provided by our nurses, physicians and other caregivers. Guardian Angel tribute donations recognize caregivers in a unique and special way. Please call the Foundation Office at 201-854-5008 to make a Guardian Angel tribute donation. Luz Atehortua Eileen P. Costello for Sadhna Rastogi, MD Ann Danish for George T. Weinberger, DO George DiSomma for PMC 5th Floor Staff Ethel Eckardt for PMC 5 West Staff Anita E. Fernandez for Daisy Gonzalez, NA, Surgical Services; Raul Gongora, Maintenance; Dori Lacap, RN, 4 East; Oscar Toapanta, NA, 4 East; Maryeth Valle, RN, 4 East; and Wendy Velves RN, Surgical Services Julio Gutierrez Michael Kessler Maria Zamora Winter Newsletter09_FINAL:Layout 1 2/12/09 4:36 PM Page 12 Doctors Day Tributes In the United States, Doctors’ Day is celebrated annually on March 30 to recognize the commitment of physicians caring for those in times of need. Many supporters of the Foundation make special Doctors’ Day tribute donations to honor their favorite physicians. Please call the Foundation Office at 201-854-5008 to make a Doctors’ Day tribute donation. Narcizo M. Alvarez Joy Arnone for George T. Weinberger, DO Virginia Bado for Denise M. Daub, MD Maria T. Barcia for Jose B. Munin, MD Mercedes Barrios for Gilberto F. Gastell, MD Hildegarde K. Beckman for Carlos E. Alcorta, MD Janet Benzoni for Anca Popa, MD Lena Boggiano for George T. Weinberger, DO Lillian Canson, RN, MSN, CNL for Gilberto F. Gastell, MD Alice Downey for Hector L. Florentino, MD Ethel Eckardt for Gregory G. Magee, MD Jeanne Garabedian for Dennis H. Kelly, MD Marie T. Giusto for Mark J. Brescia, MD and Anca Popa, MD Nora Gotera Dorothy Gracey for Yaron Bareket, MD and Robert Boyajian, MD Rose A. Gugel for Mehdi T. Shaari, MD Rose Gunther for Samir R. Amin, MD, E.T. Marcelo, MD, and Maurizio A. Miglietta, MD Lynda R. Hampton for Alan Zalkowitz, MD Paul Hanak for Marc Goldstein, DO, and Beatrice Laufer, MD Margot Harris for Gerald Grodstein, MD Daniel and Maxine Hayes Margot Kapusinski for Marie E. Bornia, MD, Anca Popa, MD, and Donald S. Respler, MD Helen Katalifos for David Principe, MD Barbara J. Kohrherr for George T. Weinberger, DO Frances B. Lally for Mark S. Gabelman, MD, Dennis H. Kelly, MD, and Aaron A. Stein, MD Wilbur Luhrs for Aaron A. Stein, MD Alfredo Marquez for PMC Medical Staff Josephine Mauro for Samir R. Amin, MD Jorge Miranda for Fernando Segovia, MD Adel N. Nammour, RN for Mark S. Gabelman, MD Jose A. Osorio Patricia Piccione for Alan B. Port, MD PMC 5 West Staff (7 am—3 pm shift) for Carlos E. Alcorta, MD; Deepak K. Amin, MD; Samir R. Amin, MD; Aida P. Capo, MD; Maria P. Capo, MD; Peter Caride, MD; Armand P. Fasano, MD; Mark S. Gabelman, MD; Gilberto F. Gastell, MD; Marc Goldstein, DO; Merab Joseph, MD; Dennis H. Kelly, MD; Chitra Kumar, MD; Beatrice Laufer, MD; Jose B. Munin, MD; Alan B. Port, MD; Jeffrey M. Raskin, MD; Sadhna Rastogi, MD; Surender M. Rastogi, MD; Aaron A. Stein, MD; and Harold G. Tepler, MD Gail S. Port, Esq. for Alan B. Port, MD Mila Z. Rodriguez for Anca Popa, MD Pedro A. Rojas Marc Rosen for Jeffrey M. Raskin, MD and Aaron A. Stein, MD Thomas Saglimbene, Jr. for Marc Goldstein, DO Marijielea Sarafian for John F. Kerns, MD Dr. and Mrs. Anthony M. Schiano for Marc Goldstein, DO Lillian Sonnenschein for Gilberto F. Gastell, MD Miriam Stablein, RN for Maria E. Bornia, MD and Jose B. Munin, MD Susan Warner for Frank Santos, MD Jeanne H. Waxman for PMC Medical Staff Elizabeth Zweighaft for Donald S. Respler, MD Anonymous for Christopher S. Ahmad, MD and Mohamed Lateef, MD The Arthur E. Imperatore Legacy Society Gifts to this planned giving society allow donors to support Palisades Medical Center well beyond their lifetime through wills, charitable trusts and gift annuities. In recognition of Arthur E. Imperatore’s generous bequest of $2 million, the Legacy Society now bears his name. Please call the Foundation Office at 201-854-5008 if you have included Palisades in your will. Harold Azmelian Julius Broatman+ Arthur E. Imperatore, Sr. Walter+ and Irma Leichter+ Edward F. Malzone+ Harriet Mapai+ John C. Meditz* Betty Rosenthal+ Walter G. Terwedow, MD+ Bernadine Wegner+ Rose Weller+ Anonymous We sincerely regret any errors or omissions. * Palisades Medical Center and PMC Foundation Board Members + Deceased Special Tributes & Honors In Honor of John C. Meditz receiving the Association of Fundraising Professionals – New Jersey Chapter’s 2008 Outstanding Philanthropist Award Hon. Marie L. Garibaldi Marie T. Giusto PSE&G Mila Z. Rodriguez In Memory of Edward F. Malzone Marie and Anthony Palasciano In Memory of Ramanlal N. Shah, MD Dorothy and Thomas Riley In Honor of Howard M. Shiffman receiving Palisades Medical Center’s 2008 Star Stream Award Flavia Arena & Richard Silverman Anthony & Barbara Ariano Marcia & Ted Davis Edith Ginsberg & David Weiner Lyla & Howard Glener Ruth Haas & family Rachelle & Steven Harz Suzie & Robert Jerome Jackie & Stuart Kaffee Natalie & Stanley Kaplan Meda & Larry Keefer Jerry LoDuca, Dukal Corporation Cynthia & Stanley Low Sue & Bill McLaughlin Gerard Palopoli, Midmark Corporation Paula & Larry Rebak Matt Rowan, HIDA Elaine & Bill Salomon Robert & Pamela Sauertig Susan Seidenberg Arlene & Richard Sherman The Shiffman Family Beth, Jodi, Steve, Erika, Alec, Adam, Kristen, Amanda, Jared, Sydney, David, Marianne, Blair, Alan & Simone Dottie & Al Silverman Ronald Steiginga, Graham Field Health Products Mark Steinberg, Arkay U.S.A. 11 Winter Newsletter09_FINAL:Layout 1 2/12/09 4:36 PM Page 13 30th Anniversary Campaign: Growing With Our Community As we celebrate Palisades Medical Center’s 30 years on the waterfront, we also honor a history of healthcare excellence that started more than 100 years ago in a small building on Palisade Avenue. We sincerely appreciate and acknowledge the generosity of those who have supported the 30th Anniversary Campaign: Growing With Our Community. To pledge your support, please call the Foundation Office at (201) 854-5008. John C. Meditz Founders Society The Founders Society was created to recognize and thank donors who have made a gift of $10,000 or more. In recognition of John C. Meditz’s generous support and leadership, the Founders Society now bears his name. Please call the Foundation Office at (201) 854-5008 for more information about Founders Society giving options. Chairman’s Circle Patrons ($1,000,000 or more) Arthur E. Imperatore John C. Meditz* ($50,000 to $99,999) Fred Daibes* Thomas M. and Lely Eastwick* Edward A. Fleckenstein, Esq.* Bruce J. Markowitz* Donna M. Uher* and Arthur E. Imperatore Anonymous President’s Club ($750,000 to $999,999) Leader’s Society ($500,000 to $749,999) Benefactor ($250,000 to $499,999) Anonymous Advocates ($100,000 to $249,999) K. Hovnanian Homes Josephine Mauro Thomas M.* and Joan M. Venino 12 Champions ($25,000 to $49,999) The Auxiliary at Palisades David J. Berkowitz Maria E. Bornia, MD Donna Cahill John Calandriello Ed Davis Ruben D. Fernandez Patricia M. Fuller* Elisse Glennon Mohamed Lateef, MD* Dr. Gregory G. Magee and Robin Frank Drs. Suri* and Rama Ponamgi Susan G. Komen for the Cure United Water Verizon Friends ($10,000 to $24,999) Harold and Emily Azmelian The Estate of Julius Broatman+ Theresa* and J. David de Leon Thomas and Emma Heagney Merab Joseph, MD Leonard* and Victoria Lauricella Joe Lazicki The Estate of Walter+ and Irma Leichter+ Joan Mozeika Jose B. Munin, MD Gregory A. Pappas, MD Bela A. Patel, MD Mila Z. Rodriguez Eurice Rojas and Norma Almanza Miriam Stablein, RN Donors as of December 31, 2008. We sincerely regret any errors or omissions. * Palisades Medical Center and PMC Foundation Board Members + Deceased Winter Newsletter09_FINAL:Layout 1 2/12/09 4:36 PM Page 14 Supporters ($5,000 to $9,999) Frank A. and Jacqui Atcheson Reinaldo Cedeno Maureen Coccaro, RN Maria C. Garcia Husein and Carol Jafferjee Niurka and Manuel Mederos Mariannette Plaza, APN Dr. G. Jeremiah and Gail Ryan Gladys Sillero, APN Bart Solazzo Anonymous Jeralyn Scibetta, RN Mark Somerville Denise C. Whitley Lucy Zovko Anonymous Donors ($500 to $999) Ann Maris F. Abregu Argelia Aguila Mariano Alvarez Jorge Arango Renato Balahadia Lynda R. Hampton Raydelin Hernandez Norma Herrera Jaime M. Weiss Realty Company, Inc. Lizzie Miles Viveks K. Modi Marco A. Navarro Joseph S. Nazimek Catherine Nest Carmen Noel Caterina Pasquale Isabel Payumo Donors ($1,000 to $4,999) Katherine M. Aitchison Cary Bader* and Carol Kravitz Jacqueline Baran Livinia Barbadillo Rose Marie Bauer, RN Zoraida I. Bautista, APN Orlando Botero Catherine Campen Lillian Canson, RN, MSN, CNL Juan F. Castillo, MD John and Nancy Charlesworth Mary Conte, RN Carmen Criscione Charles Crugnola Bibiana Davidson Irma Diaz, RN George Egoavil Marci Evans Eustaquia Figueroa Geoffrey and Ellen Gaulkin Teresa Iparraguirre Barbara Isenberg, RN Alek Ivanovski, RN Marian J. Jekonski Mabel Judson Lori-Ann Ligon Edward F. Malzone + Mariamma Mathew Doreen McSharry Gary W. Mignone Joanne Misiunas, RN Adel N. Nammour, RN Ingrid Pais, PT Sara Polak Alan B. Port, MD Caridad Rodriguez Richard Salvia Betty J. Saroli Dr. Anthony M.* and Alice Schiano Lorna Schneider, APN Ilisabec Balbuena Zulay Barbour Linda M. Barker Miriam Bellido Lydia Bello Patrick J. Bove Leonila Carmona Jose L. Cepeda Maryann Clark Patricia Crinion Annie M. Dickerson, LPN Cecilia Dominguez Bruce Downs Susana Ferido-Duggan Olimpia Escudero Carmen Espinoza Mercedes A. Fernandez Francois F. Fuentes, RN Juana Garcia Mina Gaza, RN Yvonne D. Geraci, RN Dora Gravina Sandra Percella Luz Perez Jorge Pineda Karol Ramirez Christopher Renaud Cristobal Rivas Sonia Rivera Lourdes Rodriguez Maria Rodriguez Antonio Rojas Deborah Rossignol Adam San Miguel Dorothy Shaw Anna Silber Audra Smith Maria Soto Fay Spragley, NP Thomas Stier Luis Tabares Nancy Terrero Joan Tridente Barbara Urban, RN Jeanne H. Waxman Joanne Worthington Jose Zambrana Anonymous (4) Donors ($250 to $499) Rafael Abreu Rosa Acevedo Elsa Alcoser Antonio Arce Gwendolyn Arce, RN Arely Argueta Santos Avila Eduardo Aviles Patricia L. Bacon Marleni Baez Maricela Barea Jasmin Belmonte, LPN Maria Benitez Rubier Betancourt Carlene Canosa Felix Cardenas Ciciliana Carmona Helena Catena Olga Coreas Margarita Cruz Bexa Curiales Marina A. Disomma Lloyd Dixon Caroline Doczy Noreen Doherty Rita Dovale Fredy Echeverria Maria Esquijarosa Carmelina Estrella Diplow Evans Oleida Fajardo Martinho Fantin Ana Fermin Mario Fermin Jaime Fernandez Minerva Fernandez Yini Fernandez Maria Filpo Kathleen Flanagan, RN Wilson Freire Jose Gallosso Odette D. Garay Patricia Garcia Mileiby Hidalgo-Gato Francisco Gavidia Ana Giron Digna Gomez Faby R. Gomez Margarita Gonzalez Maria Gonzalez Minerva Gonzalez Christen Gorman 13 Winter Newsletter09_FINAL:Layout 1 2/12/09 4:36 PM Page 15 Hernan L. Granja Adrienne A. Groves Deiby Grullon Maria Guerra Sandra Guia Gloria Gutierrez Maria J. Guzman Nereyda E. Guzman Rebecca Hajje Earl C. Hardy Doremmia Hernandez Marilyn C. Hernandez Nora Hernandez Lorraine Higgins Anatoliy Holobordko Darline Iturrino Alicia Jimenez Amarilis Jimenez Tania Jimenez Lucia Jiron Antonio Leo Cheryl London Delores M. Loor Antonio S. Lopez Beatriz Lopez Carmen Lopez Jesus Lopez Jose M. Lopez Marisol Lorenzo Fausto Lozado Daisy Martinez Gabriel Martinez Elizabeth McAlpine Edward McMichael Yajayda Mendez Estela Molina Miguel Morales Marlene Mordan Sylvana M. Morgado Ramona Munoz Maria Parets John Park Alice Parma Maritza Parra Lata Patel Anibal Payares Juan S. Perez Dominici Debra Rainville, LPN Vilma Ramirez Sorange Ramos Enelia Restrepo David Rivera Miladis Rivera Norma Rivera Fernando Rodas Betania Rodriguez Diamela Rodriguez Juana Rodriguez Lucio A. Rodriguez 14 Rosa Rodriguez Maria Rojas Carlos Romano Sonia Romero Maria N. Rymski Alicia Sanchez Jackshira Sanchez Maria Sanchez Nieves Sanchez Emiliano Saquic Rosario Sarmiento Araceli Sedilla Luis Analuisa Edith Anaya Martha Araujo Patricia Arbelaez Alba Arenas Gisela Arteaga Elvia Atenco August W. Barberi Mercedes Barrios Martin Benitez Maria Beyra Martha Blandin Daniel Soto Jenrose St. Helaire Spencer Stephens Marixsa Suarez Mirna Suarez Hye Suk Oh Jose Torres Abilio Trujillo Marti Catalina Urena Bernardo Vargas Luz M. Vazquez Judith Vega Hernan Velarde Karol Veras Susan Warner Mary Willi Anonymous (7) Rosa Bodden Onorinda C. Borrego Evelyn A. Braikovich Angela M. Brito Santa Brown Daisy Bustillo Baltazar Calafell Julio Campuzano Marlene Candanoza Ana Canelliz Enia Carbonel Gisela Cardenas Maryann Cashin Justina Castillo Guadalupe Chacon Han R. Chang, RN Bernardo Chilindron Carolina Chitay Abaneth Cifuentes Eileen P. Costello Crown Plaza Meadowlands Narciso L. 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We sincerely regret any errors or omissions. * Palisades Medical Center and PMC Foundation Board Members + Deceased 19 Winter Newsletter09_FINAL:Layout 1 2/12/09 4:35 PM Page 1 Verizon Grant Supports Patient Safety A generous $10,000 grant from Verizon is helping Palisades Medical Center continue to be one of the safest hospitals in the region for patients and Medical Staff. Verizon’s philanthropic support has helped Palisades become the only hospital in Hudson County to install the new Medication Administration Check (MAK), a new state-of-the-art computerized system that features barcode technology, like the kind you would find in the checkout lines of grocery stories, to disperse prescription medication. “Verizon is committed to supporting technologies that improve the safety and health of our neighbors,” said Donnett A. Barnett, Director of External Affairs at Verizon. “We are proud to support Palisades’ efforts to implement the MAK system and improve patient safety.” The MAK system correctly matches patients against their medi- 2009 EVENTS CALENDAR Pictured (from left to right): Elisse E. Glennon, VP/Executive Director of the PMC Foundation; Bruce J. Markowitz, President & CEO of Palisades Medical Center; Donnett A. Barnett, Director of External Affairs at Verizon; and Fay Spragley, NP, Clinical Coordinator at Palisades Medical Center, proudly display Verizon's generous grant of $10,000. cation orders, creates a record of when medications are given and raises “red flags” when there are potential problems. The system has many double checks in place to ensure that medications are being given appropriately and on time. It features bar-coded patient wristbands, bar-coded medications, new medicine carts and laptop computers in nursing, pharmacy and respiratory therapy. 19th Annual Palisades Classic 3rd Annual Casino Night 2009 Star Stream Ball MAY 11 Ridgewood Country Club Paramus, NJ AUGUST 20 Frank’s Waterside Restaurant North Bergen, NJ OCTOBER 31 Pleasantdale Chateau West Orange, NJ PRSRT STD US Postage PAID 7600 River Road North Bergen, NJ 07047 Inside this Issue Miracle on the Hudson . . . . . . . . . . 1 19th Annual Palisades Classic . . . . . 1 Letter from the Executive Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 New Board Members . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 News to Know . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Holiday Celebrations . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Community Connections . . . . . . . . . 6 2008 Star Stream Ball . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 Our Supporters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-17 North Bergen, NJ Permit No. 11 Stay up to date on the PMC Foundation’s latest news! 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