Health Care Champions - Pierce County

Presented by Northwest Physicians Network

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Second Annual Pierce County Health Care Champions

There are countless champions in the thriving health care market, and the Business Examiner in partnership with the Pierce County Medical Society honored five such organizations and individuals at an awards event May 20, 2009 at The Museum of Glass in downtown Tacoma.

Every day heroic acts, steadfast dedication, extraordinary service and professionalism are seen frequently in our community's medical offices, clinics, hospitals, emergency services and related organizations. The Health Care Champions program has been created to recognize the dedication and professionalism of these important members of our communities.

HONOREES -

Community Impact Award - Dr. Khai Tran, Medical Director, Carol Milgard Breast Center

Honorable Mention - Dr. Thomas Molloy, Medical Director for Cardiac Surgery at St. Joseph Hospital

Distinguished Service Award - Dr. Gordon Klatt, Colon and Rectal Surgeon and Founder of Relay for Life

Honorable Mention -Community Health Care and Karen Lynch, Retired, Mary Bridge Children's Hospital & Health Center

Emergency Services Award- Good Samaritan and EMS Partnership

Honorable Mention - Dr. Alison Nohara and Dr. Brian Kott of TRA Medical Imaging, Neuro Interventional Surgeons at Tacoma General Hospital and St. Joseph Medical Center

Military Award - MultiCare Neuroscience Vestibular and Balance Program and Madigan Army Medical Center Partnership

Honorable Mention - Good Samaritan Hospital & 8th Squadron, 1st Calvary Regiment of Ft. Lewis Partnership

Support Services Award - Franciscan Breast Cancer Navigator and Korean Women's Association's Community Health Care Outreach Programs

Honorable Mention -Mary Bridge Pediatric Heart Center & Tacoma General Women & Newborn Center and Mary Dzierzanowski, Developmental Pediatric Liaison at Madigan Army Medical Center

SOUTH SOUND BUSINESS REPORT-


AWARDS-

• Community Impact Award- An individual or practice group whose involvement or innovation in health care issues has affected a broad section of the community.
• Distinguished Service Award - An individual or practice group whose demonstrated service within the health care field has been extraordinary over an extended period of time.
• Support Services Award- The extraordinary impacts affected by a support person or group within health care field.
• Emergency Services Award - A medical response unit with an outstanding "save" or innovators in providing emergency care and services to the community.
• Military Services Award (New in 2009!) - An individual or practice group whose involvement or innovation in health care issues has benefited the military community.

PUBLICATION - A special publication will be produced to honor the 2009 Health Care Champions; articles profiling the honorees will be included.

The Health Care Champions publication will be distributed at the recognition event and inserted in the May 25th issue of the Business Examiner.

Additional supplement copies of the publication will be available. Please contact us.

Click on the links below to download the Thurston County 2007 supplement (.pdf) or call (800) 540-8322 to purchase a copy.

• 2007 Thurston County Health Care Champions: pg. 1-7, pg. 8-16

EVENT-  A cocktail reception and awards ceremony was held to honor the 2009 nominees and honorees.

Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Place: Museum of Glass, Downtown Tacoma

Tickets: $40 each, $35 each for groups of 10 or more.

SPONSORSHIP-

In Partnership with Pierce County Medical Society - PCMS is a professional membership organization of Physicians and Physician Assistants practicing in Pierce County, Washington. Formed in 1888, the Society has grown to a membership of over 700 practicing physicians and physician assistants and 250 retired members.

The Mission of the Pierce County Medical Society is to: promote the art and science of medicine, promote the care and well being of patients, protect and improve the health of the public and serve and provide leadership for the membership of the Society.

Presented by Northwest Physician's Network

NPN is comprised of over 400 providers representing primary care and more than 30 different specialty disciplines in Pierce and South King Counties.

NPN incorporated in January 1995 and is now the largest IPA in the state. The foundation of our success is based on the belief that patient centered, physician driven care, coupled with solid data, responsible use of resources, and active disease management programs are essential components to the successful delivery of care.
That means we're focused on our patients' health above all else.

That's in part what makes us so different. It also means we're willing to innovate to keep our patients healthy, out of the hospital, giving them more time for their families. That's why we've been called: "a national model" by policy makers, "unique in all of the northwest" by other physicians, and key "innovators in health care" by businesses who've come to rely on our expertise.

Supporting Sponsors

• Versoria -Since 1995, Versoria has brought together the coaching, organizational systems and trainer perspectives to provide change management consulting, leadership and executive development coaching, team process and relating skills development, and developmental facilitation and training at all levels of organizations.
• MultiCare is a leading-edge, integrated health organization made up of four hospitals including Allenmore Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, Mary Bridge Children's Hospital and Tacoma General Hospital, numerous primary care and urgent care clinics, multi-specialty centers, Hospice and Home Health services, and many other services. A not-for-profit organization based in Tacoma, Washington since 1882, MultiCare has grown over the years in response to community needs. Today we are the area's largest provider of health care services, serving patients at 93 locations in Pierce, South King, Kitsap and Thurston counties.
• TriWest Healthcare Alliance administers the Department of Defense's health care program for 2.7 million military service members, retirees and their families across 21 western states including Washington. Specializing in military health care, TriWest is committed to providing access to high-quality care and service to the military community. Additionally, TriWest develops innovative programs and resources tailored to assist groups with unique challenges, such as wounded warriors, Special Operation forces, members of the National Guard and their families. TriWest is privileged to serve those who serve through a generous and unwavering corporate giving initiative, supporting organizations and agencies that help our nation's military population. Visit www.triwest.com for more information.
  

Contributing Sponsors

• Moss-Adams LLP is the 11th largest accounting and consulting firm in the United States, and the largest headquartered in the West. Founded in 1913 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Moss Adams has 20 locations in Washington, Oregon, California, Arizona, and New Mexico. Our staff of over 1,900 includes more than 240 partners. Moss Adams provides accounting, tax, and consulting services to public, private, and nonprofit enterprises in many different industries.
• TRA Medical Imaging brings to you unparalleled expertise and a sincere commitment to delivering excellence one person at a time. This pursuit of quality begins with a staff of recognized physicians with new facilities and technology that put TRA at the leading edge of advanced care.

Event Partners

• AA Party Rentals - is a premier party rental company of the Pacific Northwest for an intimate dinner party for two, business function, or a charity event. AA Party Rentals provides the highest quality merchandise, experienced, knowledgeable, and service oriented staff.
• Hardcastle Entertainment, Inc The core of our company is providing quality disc jockey services. Entertain your guests! 20 - 20,000 people, whatever your event, we take care of you. Benefit Auctions, Company Parties, Seminars, and even School Dances. Our specialty is audio, visual, and disc jockey services. Talk to us about your wishes, needs, your budget, and we'll help you plan the most effective event for your budget.
• El Gaucho - A must for locals, this flagship Mackay restaurant offers guests a dining event that is, in a word, extraordinary, and in two words, Simply Legendary. Renowned for its table side preparations of Caesar salad, bananas foster, and 28-Day Dry-Aged Certified Angus Beef® Prime Steaks, and loved for its intimate ambiance.
• J Robbins Florist Jennifer Robbins has been designing inspired flowers for weddings and events for over a decade.
  Her fresh, fun outlook, boundless creativity and can-do attitude puts her clients at ease and provides the assurance that their special day will exceed all expectations.