11th Annual “Shake Your Booties” Event Raises $240,000
Posted by Western PA Hospital News on Apr 12, 2012 in Events | 0 comments
The Children’s Home of Pittsburgh & Lemieux Family Center held its 11th annual signature fundraising event, Shake Your Booties on Saturday, March 31, 2012 at Heinz Field, with a crowd of nearly 500, raising $240,000 for its programs.
The Children’s Home honored Pittsburgh Hero Franco Harris for his continued commitment to the region’s children and families in the areas of education, health, wellness and overcoming disabilities. The event was also the first occasion commemorating the 40th Anniversary of the “Immaculate Reception.”
Mario and Nathalie Lemieux, Jim Rooney and Mrs. Patricia Rooney graciously served as Honorary Chairs.
Event co-chairs Julie Kline and Maureen Oehrle organized an evening of entertainment with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a seated dinner, program, and silent and live auctions. One lucky winner walked away with a $5,000 one carat brilliant cut diamond, donated by Henne Jewelers and $500 towards a custom setting of their choice, in the Fabulous Diamond Raffle. Throughout the evening guests were able to “shake their booties” to the live musical entertainment of Cityscape.
University of Pittsburgh to Host a “Take a Shot at Changing the World” Event to Observe the April 12th Anniversary of the Salk Polio Vaccine Developed at Pitt
Posted by Western PA Hospital News on Apr 11, 2012 in Education, Events | 0 comments
Stacy Smith, KDKA-TV anchor and polio survivor, will moderate the global videoconference titled “Finishing the Job: Making the World Polio Free”; students from schools around the world will participate
To observe the anniversary of the Salk Polio Vaccine—developed by a University of Pittsburgh research team led by Jonas Salk and declared “safe, effective, and potent” on April 12, 1955—Pitt will host a special interactive global videoconference to raise awareness of the importance of making the world polio free. “Finishing the Job: Making the World Polio Free” will be held from 9 to 10:30 a.m. April 12 in Pitt’s O’Hara Student Center, 4024 O’Hara St., Oakland.
Stacy Smith, KDKA-TV anchor, will moderate the videoconference, which will highlight how Pittsburghers once changed the world by working together to develop the first polio vaccine and also to encourage a new generation to finish the job and again make history by eradicating polio throughout the world.
Family Hospice 25th Anniversary Golf Benefit
Posted by Western PA Hospital News on Apr 11, 2012 in Events | 0 comments
All golfers are invited to take part in Family Hospice and Palliative Care’s 25th Anniversary Golf Benefit, Monday May 7 at Valley Brook Country Club in McMurray. This annual event benefits patient and family services offered by the non-profit hospice provider. Registration begins at 9:30, shotgun start at 11 a.m., with hors d’ouevres, silent auction and awards following golf. To participate, be a sponsor, or for more information, please call 412-572-8812, or visit www.familyhospice.com and click on Make a Gift / Golf with Us.
Slater Funeral Home and Family Hospice Present Jennifer Antkowiak Seminar
Posted by Western PA Hospital News on Mar 13, 2012 in Events | 0 comments
Family Hospice & Palliative Care and John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc. are co-sponsoring a seminar by KDKA-TV news anchor Jennifer Antkowiak, entitled: “Take Care Tips for Caregivers.” Antkowiak will address the role of those who provide care for a loved one, and the importance of looking after their own health as well.
“Take Care Tips for Caregivers” takes place Wednesday, April 11, Noon-2 p.m. at South Hills Country Club in Whitehall. Tickets are $20 per person and include lunch; advance ticket purchase is required. RSVP by April 2.
To reserve tickets and for more information, call Christine Crompton at 412-881-4100 or email communityservice@johnfslater.com.
First National Foot and Ankle Fellowship Meeting to Be Held in Pittsburgh
Posted by Western PA Hospital News on Mar 13, 2012 in Events | 0 comments
The first National Foot and Ankle Fellowship Meeting will be held in Pittsburgh May 11 and 12, 2012. Sponsored by the Greater Pennsylvania Education Foundation (GPEF), the meeting will feature experts in the areas of foot and ankle reconstructive surgery, sports medicine surgery and interventional pain management.
The program will feature:
- Presentations, live video demonstrations and hands-on cadaver labs focusing on a range of topics such as Ankle Arthroscopy, Calcaneal Osteotomies, ORIF 5th Metatarsal Fractures and various others which will offer 6 CME credits
- Fellow presentations detailing a host of timely topics such as Advances in Plating and Weight Bearing Status, Syndesmotic Repair with Tight Rope, Osteochondral Defects of the Tibial Plafond and more
- Sports Medicine topics such as High Ankle Injuries, Ultrasound Diagnosing and Treatment of Tendonapathies and Catastrophizing the Foot and Ankle Patient
- Forefoot and Hindfoot topics such as 25 Years of the Scarf, Revisiting the First MPJ Implant, The Ankle: From Soup to Nuts and many others
- Practice Management sessions such as Running an Efficient State-of-the-Art Practice and Training Residents and Fellows: Total Transparency
The May 11 sessions will offer 6 CME credits and the May 12 sessions will have 8 CME credits available.
Nursing Workshop: Finding Time for Quality and Safety Education for Nurses
Posted by Western PA Hospital News on Mar 10, 2012 in Events | 0 comments
Date: April 12, 2012
Time: 5:30 P.M. – 9:00 P.M.
Location: Sewall Center on the Robert Morris University Campus 6001 University Blvd, Moon Township, Pa. 15108
Participants will learn:
- QSEN goals, teaching strategies, outcomes
- Strategies to assess nursing programs
- Teaching innovation exemplars
- Metrics to support learning outcomes
Allegheny County Medical Society Foundation Gala: Celebrating “Pittsburgh Proud” While Supporting Worthwhile Cause
Posted by Western PA Hospital News on Mar 8, 2012 in Events | 0 comments
Somnia Assists Pennsylvania Hospital in Meeting New Healthcare Challenges
Posted by Western PA Hospital News on Mar 2, 2012 in Events | 0 comments
A highly-reputable and well-respected acute care hospital in Pennsylvania, founded in the 1800’s, began to experience the challenges associated with healthcare in the 21st century. When faced with an increased demand for surgical and obstetrical services and health reform’s focus on an outcomes-based business model, the hospital sought an anesthesia partner who could build a quality-focused, cost-efficient foundation for success in the operating room.
To read how Somnia helped the hospital achieve 100% OR coverage while reducing expenses, increasing revenue, and integrating a quality improvement program, click here to download now.
How the Anesthesia Care Team Model Can Contribute to Clinical Quality Excellence in Your OR
Posted by Western PA Hospital News on Mar 2, 2012 in Events | 0 comments
Presented in February 2012, “How The Anesthesia Care Team Model Can Contribute to Clinical Quality Excellence in Your OR” focused on the emergence of the anesthesia care team model and why it has become an increasingly popular staffing model for hospitals to implement. The discussion explained how and why hospitals choose a blended team care model, the potential benefits of doing so, and the education, licensing, and experience requirements of the model’s clinician mix. Featured case studies were presented by a CRNA about his role in a team care model at a California hospital and from the perspective of a chief of anesthesia who oversees a blended care model at a Washington State facility.
Speakers: Robert Farrar, MD, JD, FLCM, Vice President of Medical Affairs, Somnia Anesthesia; Brent Sommers, CRNA, Desert Regional Medical Center; and Frank Schramm, MD, Chief of Anesthesia, Providence Regional Medical Center
To view the presentation, click here.
Innovation in Health Care Technology Conference
Posted by Western PA Hospital News on Feb 24, 2012 in Events | 0 comments
Increasing health care costs and demand for health care services resulting from an aging and ailing population has made health care unaffordable and has undermined US businesses’ competitiveness in the global economy. Recently enacted health reforms aim to increase access to health care, decrease costs, and improve the quality of care. Innovation in health care technology—ranging from the implementation and use of HIT to the development of new medical devices—will change business models, improve efficiencies, and prove critical to the advancement of low cost, high quality health care. This conference at Carnegie Mellon will explore the role of innovation in health care technology in achieving an improved health care system. For more information, visit http://ihtconference.com/?page_id=146.
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