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VISIONSSoaring

SPRING 2015

a publication of the MGH Health Foundation

Embracing a Culture of GratitudeThe not-for-profit tradition of giving that began 95 years ago is still our culture today at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center.

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IN THIS ISSUE

Letter from Peter W. Monge, FACHE, President of MedStar Montgomery Medical Center and Senior Vice President of MedStar Health 3

Philanthropy: The Key to our Mission 4

Giving to MedStar Montgomery Medical Center: Your Gift Makes a Difference 6

Students Inspired to Serve: FFA Chapter of Damascus High School 7

Valentine’s Day Gala Touches Hearts by Raising Funds for the Capital Campaign for Oncology 8

R.V. Carey’s Plumbing & Heating: A Company Committed to Giving Back 9

Giving in Gratitude: Doctors Helping Doctors 10

Sharing to Spread the Word 11

The Women’s Board Touch 12

Annual Philanthropy Campaign Surpasses Expectations 14

Restaurant Fundraisers Raise $3,288 in 2014 15

On the Cover

When Leigh, a family friend of Michael Kerr, MD, was diagnosed with cancer, he turned to his colleagues, Luther L. Ampey III, MD, and Paul Bannen, MD, for expertise. They ultimately saved her life. Pictured left to right in front of the Elekta Infinity® linear accelerator in The Helen P. Denit Center for Radiation Therapy are: Paul Bannen, MD, medical oncologist; Michael Kerr, MD, medical director of the Emergency department; and Luther L. Ampey III, MD, radiation oncologist and medical director of The Helen P. Denit Center for Radiation Therapy.

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Dear Friends,

Most of you are familiar with the history of MedStar Montgomery Medical Center. Founded 95 years ago as Montgomery County General Hospital, Dr. Jacob Wheeler Bird established the hospital as a not-for-profit to ensure access to quality health care for all area residents. What many don’t know is that this was made possible, in large part, thanks to our first philanthropic donation from a local farmer.

While much has changed since then, one thing has remained the same—the importance of philanthropy to our mission. Today, the not-for-profit tradition of caring that inspired Dr. Bird lives on at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center.

I’ve been asked to explain what it means to be a not-for-profit many times during my 24 years at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center. It’s a good question. It doesn’t mean that we can’t make any money. On the contrary, we need to be able to more than cover our expenses—to keep our buildings running, maintain our equipment and compensate our employees—or we’d go out of business. What being a not-for-profit does mean is that any profits we do make are reinvested in programs and services for the benefit of the community.

But generating enough revenue every year to cover expenses while continuing to respond to the needs of our ever-growing community is a challenge. That’s why the support of our donors is so essential. Every year, because of your generosity, we are able to care for those in need, host free screenings and support groups, and operate community health clinics.

Philanthropic support also enables us to evolve in important ways, providing patients and their families with the highest quality, comprehensive care and the most advanced technology and treatments—right here in our community.

That’s an important point. Some of you have asked if being part of MedStar Health, a not-for-profit healthcare system, affects where your donations go. It doesn’t. We are still an independent not-for-profit organization and all contributions to MedStar Montgomery Medical Center stay here.

That said, we could not be competitive in today’s healthcare environment without being part of a larger organization like MedStar Health, which provides economies of scale that enable us to offer far more services than we could on our own. We are fortunate to be a member of the MedStar family.

In the pages that follow, you’ll find several stories illustrating the importance of philanthropy to our ability to care for all area residents. You’ll also read about the Capital Campaign for Oncology, an ambitious initiative that has already made a difference in the lives of numerous cancer patients. While we have accomplished much of what we set out to do through this campaign, we still need the community’s help to reach our financial goal.

In closing, I am extremely grateful to all of you for your ongoing support of MedStar Montgomery Medical Center. On behalf of everyone in the communities we serve—thank you.

Sincerely,

Peter W. Monge, FACHE President, MedStar Montgomery Medical Center Senior Vice President, MedStar Health


Philanthropy: The Key to our MissionAs a not-for-profit hospital, all funds raised for MedStar Montgomery Medical Center stay here for the benefit of patients and families. Though we are part of MedStar Health, a not-for-profit healthcare system, our philanthropic dollars do not fund its endeavors. All contributions stay at the entity for which they were designated.

Here are just a few examples of how the generosity of our donors helps us expand programs, ensure that we offer the highest quality of care and provide amenities that make a visit to MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, whether you are a patient, family member or friend, a positive experience.

Expanding Essential Programs

Caring for older adults is a particular challenge due to their often complex needs. And as this population grows, so does the need to enhance our associates’ knowledge of the aging process. In 2013, guided by our Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders (NICHE) designation, a national nursing initiative, we created a program called We Improve the Senior Experience (WISE) to reflect the fact that caring for the elderly involves everyone who touches patients.

In addition to giving associates a better understanding of how the normal physical changes that occur with aging can affect a patient’s experience, the WISE Program has resulted in many practical changes for the

patients such as red-colored drinking straws instead of clear ones for better visibility, night lights placed near the bathrooms in patient rooms, wall clocks with large numbers, and patient handbooks printed in a large font, all funded through the generosity of our donors.

Supporting Education for our Associates

The need for our associates to be prepared through ongoing education and professional development is essential as the world of health care continues to evolve. We recognize the importance of education to the quality of care and encourage our associates to pursue advanced degrees and certifications.

With the support of our donors, we provide financial help to those pursuing professional development opportunities through the following funds:

• Advanced Nursing Education Fund - provides scholarships to help nurses pay for national certifications and advanced degrees

• Irving T. Boker Memorial Fund for Nursing Education - funds clinical certifications, classes and education for nurses

• Professional Development Fund - supports the educational classes and seminars required for clinical and nonclinical associates

• Workforce Development Fund - helps employees grow and advance in their careers

The Leisure World Bridge Marathon Group has donated $1,752 to the WISE Program at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center. Pictured at last year's Leisure World Bridge Marathon luncheon are members (left to right): Sarah Day, Sylvia Forman, Lenore Kuptzin, and Virginia Pace.

As part of the WISE Program, we replaced wall clocks in 42 patient rooms at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center.


Since 2013, the Advanced Nursing Education fund has awarded scholarships to 14 associates at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center. On Jan. 26, we honored four of the associates most recently awarded scholarships to pursue their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degrees. The BSN recipients are pictured below. The MSN recipient, not pictured, is Nakita Braboy, RN, Joint and Spine Center.

Improving the Patient and Visitor Experience

The hospital environment can be stressful for patients and visitors alike. That’s why we are always looking for ways to improve and enhance their experience, whether it’s developing an emergency command center in our cafeteria conference room or funding private patient rooms. No donation is too small and every donation makes a difference.

With the support of our generous donors, we have four memorial gardens on our campus, offering a serene escape for patients and families. Out of more than 30 conference rooms at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, six of the largest and most frequently occupied are donor funded.

Honoring the scholarship recipients (left to right): Connie Stone, vice president, Patient Care Services, and chief nursing officer; BSN Recipient Judy Moy, RN, infection control practitioner; Nick Piazza, manager, Human Resources and Volunteer Services; Kate Davis, director, operations innovation; BSN Recipient Rona Sanders, RN, clinical team coordinator, 3 West; BSN Recipient Judy Mayo, RN, Intensive Care Unit; Debbie Harner, executive director, MGH Health Foundation

We are also very proud of the 24 private patient rooms generously given on four different units. And all four exam rooms in The Helen P. Denit Center for Radiation Therapy and all 10 infusion bays plus one isolation room in the Infusion Center are donor funded!

For all 120 donor-funded items we have at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, there are hundreds more still available for funding. If you are interested in learning more about funding opportunities, please contact us at 301-774-8777 or send an email to [email protected]. Visit us online at MedStarMontgomery.org/EveryGiftMatters.

Bob Mitchell, pictured, and his wife, Marlene, donated a private patient room on the fifth floor Joint and Spine Center because of the care he received during his stay.


Giving to MedStar Montgomery Medical Center: Your Gift Makes a DifferenceWhen the MGH Health Foundation was first established in 1980, our main goal was to raise funds through memorial donations and the annual golf tournament. Throughout the past 35 years, the foundation has grown, providing more ways to donate, launching a variety of campaigns, establishing giving programs, offering naming opportunities, and hosting events to bring in new donors.

However, our mission has remained the same—to continue to provide financial assistance to MedStar Montgomery Medical Center to support programs and maintain facilities—all for the betterment of our patients, families and community. And we wouldn’t be able to continue this mission without the dedication and commitment of our generous donors.

When I make a donation, where does my money go?

When you give a general donation, purchase a star on the A Star is Born wall or a brick in the Legacy Grove, donate a memorial tree or bench, or give an end-of-year contribution, your money helps us purchase new equipment, upgrade technologies, and ensure the comfort of our patients.

Here are some examples of items recently funded with donor dollars:

To better examine patients, two stretchers in the Maternal Newborn Center were purchased with funds given through the A Star is Born program.

Fifty PowerCom Mini Keypads used for presentations during the physician’s Grand Rounds meetings were purchased, thanks to memorial gifts.

The Emergency Fund for Oncology greatly benefits patients who are not able to afford the care, treatments, medications, or healthcare essentials they may need. With general donations, we have helped nearly 50 patients and families with their medical expenses at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center.

Our Addictions and Mental Health Center (AMHC) was able to purchase books and DVDs, thanks to the contributions given to the AMHC-designated fund.

The radiation therapy center was recently expanded through the generosity of those who have made donations in support of the Capital Campaign for Oncology. While we still have work to do to reach our $4 million goal, every one of these donations made a difference.

To view the full list of items purchased and programs funded at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, please visit MedStarMontgomery.org/YouMakeADifference. Stretcher in the Maternal Newborn Center

Hospital associates, Claudia Barnett and Terry Piperata, from medical staff services display the mini keypads.


Students Inspired to Serve: FFA Chapter of Damascus High SchoolAnyone who has been personally exposed to cancer knows the impact it can have, not only on the person with the disease, but also the entire family. For Anna Linthicum, watching her uncle go through chemotherapy several days a week for up to eight hours a day, and still succumb to the disease, left an indelible impression.

“I had never really been exposed to cancer and didn’t know what to think,” she said. “I didn’t understand why he had cancer.”

Anna, who was 15 years old at the time, joined her uncle often during his treatment sessions at the Infusion Center at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center.

“While there were some really bad days, the people working in the Infusion Center were always so wonderful … so warm and caring … you always left feeling positive and happy,” she added.

After her uncle passed away, she was inspired to do something to thank the Infusion Center staff for the care he received.

As president of the Future Farmers of America (FFA) Chapter at Damascus High School, Anna thought her fellow members might be interested in taking on the Infusion Center as a service project. She approached Chapter Advisor Lori Mayhew with the idea and she agreed.

“FFA is dedicated to helping students involved in agricultural education develop their potential for leadership, personal growth and career success,” Lori explained. “It’s one of the largest youth organizations in the country and community service is integral to what they do.”

Anna knew firsthand how hard it is for patients to spend so many hours at a time in treatment, especially without access to refreshments. The Chapter decided to address this by putting together snack bags filled with water, cookies and more, which were delivered to cancer patients in the Infusion Center.

“The FFA motto is ‘Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve,’” Lori notes. “These are words these students truly embrace and live by.”

“I think it’s important for people to know about the wonderful care that is available to help those affected by cancer in our community,” Anna adds. “What they do every day at MedStar Montgomery can make a big difference in the life of someone fighting cancer.”

If you are interested in donating a gift-in-kind to MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, please contact the MGH Health Foundation at 301-774-8777 or via email at [email protected]. Learn more about our gift-in-kind donors online at MedStarMontgomery.org/ServingOthers.

On Thursday, March 12, members of the FFA Chapter at Damascus High School delivered the 35 snack bags to the Infusion Center at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center. Pictured are (left to right) back row: James Jenkins, member; Lori Mayhew, chapter advisor; Paula Linthicum; Anna Linthicum, member; Sam Nespor, member; front row: Sara Lechlider, member; Diane Buppert, RN, OCN, clinical team coordinator in the Infusion Center; and Hannah Adkins, member.


Valentine’s Day Gala Touches Hearts by Raising Funds for the Capital Campaign for OncologyOn Saturday, Feb. 14, the MGH Health Foundation hosted the Valentine’s Day Gala at Montgomery Country Club raising $14,527 in net revenue to benefit the Capital Campaign for Oncology.

Louis J. Iaquinta, chair of the Capital Campaign for Oncology, served as Master of Ceremonies introducing the event and thanking the guests for attending on such a snowy evening. Loretta Morrow, a hospital associate and cancer survivor shared her inspirational story and presented her CD titled: “I Am Here to Tell The Story,” where she shares her journey from diagnosis to recovery. Another guest, Mike Warren, talked about his experience with cancer and the amazing care he received in The Helen P. Denit Center for Radiation Therapy.

The turn-out was great and the jazz music by the Greg Lamont Trio was delightful, playing throughout the night. Thanks to the support of our donors, we raised $6,012 at the silent auction.

The MGH Health Foundation and the Friends and Community Division of the Capital Campaign for Oncology would like to thank everyone who supported the Valentine’s Day Gala. All funds raised at this event stay at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, helping to ensure that our cancer patients have access to the highest quality care and technology.

Visit MedStarMontgomery.org/Valentine to view photos from the evening. We had all 19 silent auction items

purchased by the end of the evening!

Enjoying the evening (left to right): Andy and Lindsay Villardo and Alec Aronow, a member of campaign’s Friends and Community Division, with wife Lee

Ava Walston-Hewitt, chief therapist in the Radiation Therapy Center; Lou Iaquinta, campaign chairman; and Todd Greenstone, chairman of the campaign’s Friends and Community Division

Members of the Women’s Board and their spouses give a Valentine’s Day toast!


R.V. Carey’s Plumbing & Heating: A Company Committed to Giving Back Richard V. Carey, president of R. V. Carey’s Plumbing & Heating, Inc., firmly believes in giving back to the community that has supported his business since he opened his doors in 1979.

“We wouldn’t exist without the many homeowners and businesses who have counted on us when they need plumbing or heating services,” he says. “So we like to give back what we can, whenever we can.”

Over the years, MedStar Montgomery Medical Center has been fortunate to be a beneficiary of his company’s generosity on numerous occasions.

“When my family moved to Olney in 1982, MedStar Montgomery became our community hospital and we supported its growth,” Richard notes.

Then, when his wife was diagnosed with breast cancer nine years ago, the hospital took on a more important role in their lives.

“Having a local hospital like MedStar Montgomery, where she could go to receive state-of-the-art treatment, was a blessing,” he explains.

When the Capital Campaign for Oncology was launched, R.V. Carey’s didn’t hesitate to step forward with a gift. Today, Richard’s wife is doing well and is cancer-free. And R. V. Carey’s continues to support the hospital, most recently with a gift to the Valentine's Day Gala, hoping to help other patients and families dealing with this dreaded disease.

“MedStar Montgomery is committed to making sure that residents of this area have access to the treatments they need, close to home,” he notes. “That’s so important when someone is facing cancer. We are very fortunate to have such a wonderful resource in our backyard.”

Visit MedStarMontgomery.org/CampaignGiving to learn more about the Capital Campaign for Oncology and to donate today.

Pictured from R.V. Carey’s Plumbing & Heating, Inc. (left to right): Shawn Carey, service director; Richard Carey, president; and Mo Hall, vice president

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About the Capital Campaign for Oncology

The $4 million Capital Campaign for Oncology was launched at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center in 2013 to fund the expansion and renovation of The Helen P. Denit Center for Radiation Therapy, which included the purchase of the state-of-the-art Elekta Infinity® linear accelerator. Last summer, The Helen P. Denit Center for Radiation Therapy construction was completed.

Why are we raising money for a completed project? With a total project cost of $7 million, $3 million provided collaboratively by MedStar Health and MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, the remaining $4 million gap must be filled. To date, we have reached half of our goal and when the campaign officially ends in September, the remaining dollars not raised through philanthropy will be supported with funds from patient care units, departments and programs at our hospital. We need our community's help to fill the gap in funding.

Inspire the Innovation to Cure! If you would like to learn more about specific ways you can help, contact Debbie Harner, executive director of the MGH Health Foundation, at 301-774-8804, or via email at [email protected].

Learn more about the campaign, view photos from the beginning and donate today at MedStarMontgomery.org/ReachOurGoal.


When a cherished family friend of Michael K. Kerr, MD, medical director of the Emergency department at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, was diagnosed with rectal cancer several years ago, he wanted to make sure she got the best care available.

“Leigh is my wife’s best friend from law school and godmother to our daughter,” Dr. Kerr explains. “She did not have access to the expertise she needed where she was living so we encouraged her to come to Maryland for treatment. She stayed with us during that time, though she was not treated at MedStar Montgomery.”

For the next four years, Leigh was cancer free. Then after a follow-up visit with her physician, she learned the cancer had recurred with multiple metastases. Her prognosis was not good and her treatment options were limited.

“We again urged her to come to Maryland … this time to see if she might be a candidate for any clinical trials,” Dr. Kerr says. “She saw specialists at two of the most well-known academic cancer centers in the region and all they recommended was standard of care treatment. We were devastated.”

Dr. Kerr turned to his colleagues at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center for advice.

“I’d been at MedStar Montgomery for several years by then and knew we had some wonderful specialists here. I just didn’t realize how good they were!”

Leigh was soon introduced to Paul Bannen, MD, a medical oncologist, who completely put her at ease. He quickly pulled together a team that included Luther L. Ampey III, MD, medical director of The Helen P. Denit Center for Radiation Therapy, as well as other experts in the cancer center, who worked with her to develop a comprehensive, personalized treatment plan.

“When someone has cancer, waiting is one of the most stressful things. To have a doctor understand that and respond the way the cancer center team did, makes all of the difference,” Dr. Kerr notes. “It was truly a caring, compassionate and patient-centered process.”

Leigh stayed with Dr. Kerr and his family during her treatment, which enabled her to receive state-of-the-art care just minutes away.

“I would drop her off at the Infusion Center on my way in and pick her up at the end of the day. She would be hanging out with the nurses talking about cooking shows and relaxing. Our associates there are so wonderful. They make everyone feel welcome and comfortable.”

Today, Leigh is again cancer free and back to work full time as an attorney. She also recently witnessed the birth of her first grandchild. In recognition of the care she received, Dr. Kerr made a donation to the Capital Campaign for Oncology at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center in honor of Dr. Bannen and Dr. Ampey.

“I feel such gratitude toward the entire team. They made the best out of an awful situation,” Dr. Kerr says. “We are truly fortunate to be able to provide patients with such a high level of care in such a warm and caring environment. MedStar Montgomery is really a special place.”

Giving in Gratitude: Doctors Helping Doctors

As seen on cover (left to right): Paul Bannen, MD, Michael Kerr, MD, and Luther L. Ampey III, MD

The Gift of Thanks

Many grateful patients and their loved ones express appreciation for the care they received at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center through a philanthropic gift. Everyone has a different reason for giving, but each generous gift makes an impact on the lives of our patients, families and friends. Philanthropy helps us purchase new equipment, renovate patient rooms, support new programs, and provide more services to our community.

Visit MedStarMontgomery.org/GiveGratitude to support your not-for-profit community hospital, MedStar Montgomery Medical Center.


Sharing to Spread the WordAs a weekend registrar in the Emergency department at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, Jennifer MacDonald witnesses the tradition of caring the hospital is noted for on a regular basis. So when she was diagnosed with stage III breast cancer, it didn’t occur to her to go anywhere else for treatment.

“My cancer was pretty advanced, so the treatment involved chemotherapy, surgery and radiation,” Jennifer explains. “But it was not enough in the long term recovery process.”

Fortunately, Luther L. Ampey III, MD, medical director of The Helen P. Denit Center for Radiation Therapy, had been following her case and brought it to the Cancer Center’s Tumor Board. After discussing the case with his colleagues, Dr. Ampey got together with Jennifer to explore her treatment options.

“Dr. Ampey is my guardian angel,” Jennifer says. “When you have cancer, you sometimes get a lot of different opinions and it can be overwhelming. But Dr. Ampey advocated for me and I am very grateful.”

Jennifer then met with a multidisciplinary team at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center that included Dr. Ampey, Asma Dilawari, MD, a medical oncologist and breast cancer specialist, and Shawn Tweedt, DO, a general surgeon with extensive breast cancer experience as well. They recommended another surgery followed by radiation.

After her surgery, she began radiation treatment in the newly expanded radiation therapy center.

“It was just amazing. Dr. Tweedt is a great surgeon and the care provided by Dr. Dilawari and Dr. Ampey was the best. I can’t speak highly enough of them.”

She completed her treatment on Halloween of last year and is doing great.

“It could not have been an easy thing to tell me that I needed another surgery,” she notes. “But I had a great team taking care of me and it was the right decision.”

Jennifer grew to appreciate MedStar Montgomery Medical Center even more during her treatment.

“I have been an associate here for nine years and have always been a supporter. Having now been a patient, I can say that the new radiation therapy center and everything about it … the equipment, the staff … is fantastic. Word has to get out to the community about how wonderful it is. I decided that sharing my story was the best way I could help.”

Visit MedStarMontgomery.org/SpreadtheWord to make a donation to help patients and families at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center.

Jennifer MacDonald (left) is pictured with Shawn Tweedt, DO, general surgeon and Asma Dilawari, MD, medical oncologist, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital Oncology.

Our New Lobby: Scheduled to be Complete in December 2015

The Women’s Board Touch Shortly after Dr. Jacob Wheeler Bird established what was originally known as Montgomery County General Hospital, eight women joined together to form the Ladies Auxiliary, a volunteer service organization. Dedicated to organizing volunteers, supervising the hospital’s housekeeping and grounds, and raising funds, among other tasks, they were clearly destined for success, generating $1,000 from their first Hospital Supper!

Since then, the Women’s Board, as it is called today, has continued to exceed expectations, raising funds to support numerous initiatives at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center. So it is no surprise that the Women's Board plans to complete the 10 year pledge to raise $1.75 million for the da Vinci Surgical System in less than five years.

“The Women’s Board is a wonderful organization and I am so proud to be a part of it,” says Carole Derrick, the current president of the Women’s Board. “We have so many things going on, yet we are never lacking for help. It is a

very active community group with members spanning generations. And we accomplish a lot.”

Made up of more than 120 members, the Women’s Board is the largest philanthropic group at the hospital. All funds raised support pledges made by the Women's Board to MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, as well as a scholarship program for students pursuing careers in health care.

“Every member of the Women's Board acts as an ambassador in representing the hospital to the community,” Carole notes. “Our members feel pride and genuine involvement in each of our projects and are dedicated to helping our surrounding neighbors.”

One of the best examples of the strength of the Women’s Board is its ability to host 2,200 to 2,500 people at its Annual Picnic & Bazaar, an Olney summer tradition that started 95 years ago as the Hospital Supper. Today, it takes about 300 volunteers to organize the event, which raises thousands of dollars for the hospital by offering a wide array of food, activities, merchandise, and fun.

In addition to the Annual Picnic & Bazaar, the Women’s Board raises funds through the Gift Shop, the Thrift Shop, and the Gifts of Light Ceremony, among other endeavors. These projects have enabled the Women’s Board to raise more than $14 million for MedStar Montgomery Medical Center over the years. In 2013, the MGH Health Foundation named the hospital lobby after the Women’s Board as a way to show gratitude for their support.

Now, the Women’s Board has pledged $1.5 million to MedStar Montgomery Medical Center for the renovation of the hospital lobby. Designed to create a more welcoming environment when a person walks through the main entrance, the lobby will also feature a new donor wall.

“We are very excited by the preliminary designs,” Carole explains. “It will really open up the lobby and brighten it up.” The renovated Women’s Board Lobby is scheduled for completion in the winter of this year.

Women’s Board President Carole Derrick and Past Women’s Board President Dee Hawkins are pictured in the current hospital lobby.

Designs provided by HGA Architects & Engineers of our new lobby.



Achievements of our Largest Philanthropic Group: The Women’s Board

For the past 95 years, the accomplishments of the Women’s Board have been many and the support they continue to show our hospital is astounding. Here are some of their achievements.

Annual Accomplishments

1976: Volunteers shucking corn at the 56th Annual Picnic & Bazaar

Picnic & Bazaar est. 1920The group’s longest running and most profitable event, the Annual Picnic & Bazaar, raised $24,000 in 1980 and 10 years later, the 70th Annual Picnic & Bazaar topped $50,000.

Scholarship Program est. 1957First established as the Jean Bird Scholarship, it grew into a scholarship fund in 1969 to support students in the nursing and healthcare fields. In 1974, 10 scholarships were awarded and by 1998, 59 scholarships were given to qualified students.

Gifts of Light est. 1985 The first annual Gifts of Light Ceremony was held in December to commemorate, honor and remember loved ones. The proceeds raised benefit the annual scholarship program, among other endeavors.

2002: 84 scholarships were awarded. 1990: The 5th Annual Gifts of Light Ceremony

Greatest Contributions

With over $14 million in contributions since 1920, here are some of the Women’s Board most noteworthy successes.

2001: Makes a three-year $800,000 pledge to the Pediatric Emergency department

2005: Pledges $1 million for the Cardiac and Vascular program, which helped our hospital become a certified primary stroke center

2007: Pledges $1 million for the Capital Campaign Building Expansion Project, which benefited hospital growth and helped build the west wing edition

2010: Pledges $1.75 million to purchase the da Vinci Surgical System and plans to complete it ahead of schedule in 2015

2011: Awarded the Hospital Award for Volunteer Excellence (HAVE) by the American Hospital Association in the category of fundraising

2011: The Women’s Board President Dee Hawkins presents the last installment payment to hospital president Pete Monge.


As MedStar Montgomery Medical Center continues to expand, the Women’s Board continues to amaze us all—giving our hospital, patients and families millions in contributions. Visit MedStarMontgomery.org/WomensBoardLegacy to learn more.

2004: The Pediatric Emergency department Grand Opening; pictured are members of the Women’s Board (left to right): Joan Derrick, Betsy Stabler and Lola Lee Hunt

Pictured in front of the da Vinci Surgical System model are Women’s Board members (left to right): Patty Cutlip, Dee Hawkins, Carole Derrick and Bonnie Gottwald


Annual Philanthropy Campaign Surpasses ExpectationsOn Friday, Oct. 10, 2014, MedStar Montgomery Medical Center kicked off the 2014 Annual Philanthropy Campaign, formerly known as the Associate Annual Giving Campaign, with a party to encourage our associates and physicians to give back to the hospital. Surpassing all expectations, we raised $22,272 with 54 associates and physicians giving. And that was just the beginning.

By the close of the campaign two weeks later, a total of $88,017 had been raised with a 42.6 percent participation rate—the highest among all MedStar Health entities.

“Our Annual Philanthropy Campaign provides those who work here with the opportunity to not only support the hospital with a gift, but to also join us in building a culture of gratitude across our health system,” explains Debbie Harner, executive director of the MGH Health Foundation. “It’s a team effort that brings us all together in support of a common goal.”

Lisa White, a social worker at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, agrees. "No matter how small or insignificant you may think your contribution might be, the impact becomes enormous and significant if you frame it as a team effort for the greater good."

“I think it’s important to give back to our organization because it makes us strong,” adds Connie Stone, RN, vice president of Patient Care Services and chief nursing officer. “When we as associates support the place we work, it shows our commitment, our focus on patients and our desire to grow as the MedStar Montgomery family.”

On behalf of the MGH Health Foundation, we would like to thank our committee and everyone who participated in the 2014 Annual Philanthropy Campaign for MedStar Montgomery Medical Center. We couldn’t have done it without your support!

Enjoy more photos from the 2014 Annual Philanthropy Campaign for MedStar Montgomery Medical Center online at MedStarMontgomery.org/CultureofGiving.

Connie Stone, RN, vice president of patient care services and chief nursing officer, and Lisa White, social worker

Associates on the 3 West Unit (left to right): Anne Pierre, nurse technician; Mo Klein, RN, nurse manager; Sandra Geter, unit clerk; and Josie Feliciano, RN

Sixteen associates in the MedStar Physician Partners: Internal Medicine office donated to the campaign.

Debbie Harner, executive director of the MGH Health Foundation with Nursing Technician Bendu Allison-Davis


Restaurant Fundraisers Raise $3,288 in 2014In 2014, the MGH Health Foundation hosted 13 restaurant fundraiser events at eight different restaurants in the local area, all to support a variety of departments and programs at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center.

Every month, the MGH Health Foundation partners with a local restaurant to raise funds in recognition of a timely health initiative. Customers simply present a voucher to the participating establishment at check-out and a percentage of their check is donated to our hospital—there’s no extra cost to you. In calendar year 2014, these events raised $2,262.

In addition to the monthly events, we continue to receive proceeds from the “Boker Tov” breakfast special at Brooklyn’s Deli in Potomac, which totaled $1,026—the most profitable year yet.

The generosity local restaurants give to our hospital is astounding and their commitment is inspiring.

Since the inception of these restaurant fundraisers, we have raised $10,547.

On behalf of the MGH Health Foundation, we are very grateful for your dedication and the impact your philanthropic donations have on our patients, families and community.

Thank you to the following restaurants for your support in 2014!

• Brooklyn’s Deli, Potomac

• Cafe Rio Mexican Grill, Olney

• California Tortilla, Olney

• The Greene Turtle, Olney

• GrillMarX Steakhouse & Raw Bar, Olney

• Ledo Pizza, Derwood

• Mamma Lucia, Olney

• Sol Azteca, Olney

• Taste Gastropub, Olney

The MGH Health Foundation's 2014 Annual ReportView a full listing of our 2014 annual and cumulative donors, grants received, giving societies, corporate partners and more. Visit MedStarMontgomery.org/AnnualReport2014 to learn more.

Cardiopulmonary rehab associates (left to right) back row: Kiersten Henry, NP; Katy Robinson, director; Mary Jo Witte, RN; Nancy Kaylor, RN and front row: Susan Crawford, RN; Lucy Garcia, exercise physiologist; Capri Sampson-Pickles, RN

In Recognition of American Heart Month: Supporting Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation at the Greene Turtle

Hospital associates (left to right): Meg Hanley, RN; Anna Laughren, RN; Jeannette D'Abbondanza; Nancy Hunt, RN; Robert Roth; Cynthia Cohen, RN; and Kent Fangboner

October 2014: Supporting the Addictions and Mental Health Center at Mamma Lucia

MGH Health Foundation

2014 Annual Report

T5 NuStep Recumbent Cross Trainer in the Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Department, given by Robert E. L. Smith

Medicine shelves in 15 private rooms on the fifth floor Joint and Spine Center were generously donated by Frank and Pat Romans.

Four patient private rooms on the 3West unit were donor-funded.

The Elekta Infinity linear accelerator treatment room houses a blanket warmer and Bose Sound System, both donor-funded to ensure patient’s comfort during treatment.

Supported 15 scholarships for MedStar Montgomery Medical Center nurses receiving their bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Please visit MedStarMontgomery.org/ SoaringVisions2015 for more information on the many ways to become involved.

MGH Health Foundation’s main goal is to improve the lives of our patients. If you prefer not to receive further information from us, please contact us at 301-774-8777. Thank you.

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MGH Health FoundationP.O. Box 147Olney, MD 20830-0147

Debbie Harner Executive Director 301-774-8804 PHONE [email protected]

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Casey Poole Philanthropy Marketing Coordinator 301-570-7210 PHONE [email protected]

Debbi Morton Administrative Assistant II 301-774-8777 PHONE [email protected]

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In This Issue:• Giving to

MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, a not-for-profit healthcare facility, page 6

• FFA Chapter of Damascus High School donates to our infusion center patients, page 7

• The 2014 Annual Philanthropy Campaign for MedStar Montgomery Medical Center ended highest in participation and funds raised among all other MedStar Health entities, page 14

Learn about plans to construct a new hospital lobby, donated by the Women's Board, page 12.

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