The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem at Highland Park Hospital Celebrates Success at Annual Meeting
On October 9, 2014 over 50 members, friends and supporters of The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) at Highland Park Hospital gathered at Green Acres Country Club in Northbrook for the organization's annual meeting and luncheon. The event served as an opportunity to recognize and celebrate The Auxiliary's achievements, thank current Auxiliary members, and introduce potential members to learn more about the organization.
Guests enjoyed a morning of shopping at the Luncheon's gift boutique while enjoying passed appetizers and mimosas. The formal meeting commenced an inspiring video showing the impact funding from The Auxiliary has had on NorthShore Kellogg Cancer Center at Highland Park Hospital. Following the video, Sarah Adess, Jana Brok, and Diane Golin, co-chairs of The Auxiliary's signature fundraising event, Be Part of the CURE, proudly presented a check for $150,000 to Jesse Peterson Hall, President of NorthShore Highland Park Hospital and Matthew Adess, MD, Medical Director of NorthShore Kellogg Cancer Center at Highland Park Hospital. Funds raised at Be Part of the CURE will support clinical research efforts, educational opportunities for the collaborative nursing staff and initiatives to enhance the patient experience at NorthShore Kellogg Cancer Center.
The celebration continued as Jesse Peterson Hall thanked the Auxiliary for their activities on behalf of NorthShore Highland Park Hospital. Murray Ancell, Executive Director of NorthShore Foundation, presented Karen Braun, 2013-2014 Auxiliary President, with an award recognizing and thanking her for her leadership. Following her acceptance, Karen Braun introduced Diane Golin as the 2014-2015 Auxiliary President.
For more information about The Auxiliary of NorthShore at Highland Park Hospital or to inquire about becoming a member, please call (847) 926-5003 or visit foundation.northshore.org/hph-aux.
About NorthShore University HealthSystem
Headquartered in Evanston, Illinois, NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) is a comprehensive, fully integrated, healthcare delivery system that serves the Chicago region. The system includes four hospitals in Evanston, Glenview, Highland Park and Skokie. NorthShore employs approximately 10,000 staff and has 2,400 affiliated physicians, including a 900 physician, multispecialty group practice with some 100 office locations. Further, NorthShore supports teaching and research as the principal teaching affiliate for the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine.
The NorthShore Research Institute focuses on clinical and translational research, including leadership in clinical trials, medical informatics and genomics. The NorthShore Foundation is the organization's primary philanthropic entity. The Foundation raises charitable contributions and engages volunteer friends in support of NorthShore's ongoing mission to preserve and improve human life.
NorthShore has significant capabilities in a wide spectrum of clinical programs, including Kellogg Cancer Center, NorthShore Neurological Institute and NorthShore Orthopaedic Institute, as well as in cardiovascular care, high-risk maternity and pediatrics. NorthShore is a Magnet recognized organization, the first in Illinois designated as a system to receive this prestigious honor that demonstrates excellence in nursing. NorthShore is a national leader in the implementation of innovative technologies, including electronic medical records (EMR). In 2003, NorthShore was among the first in the country to successfully launch a system-wide EMR with demonstrable benefits in quality, safety, efficiency and service to patients. NorthShore has been recognized by multiple national organizations for this notable achievement.