Care for the Ages - Saint Luke`s Foundation

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Saint Luke’s Foundation
4225 Baltimore Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111
saintlukesgiving.org
Non-Profit Org.
U.S. Postage
IMPACT
PAID
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Permit No. 6254
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SPRING 2014
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P R O F I L E
Support for nursing
education, children’s
programs, and more
Extras
High-Quality Vision
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t Siteman, Dr. Pluard was
clinical director of breast
oncology and the institutional principal investigator
for the National Surgical
Adjuvant Breast and Bowel
Project, as well as all breast
industry research trials.
Tim Pluard, M.D., brings his wealth of knowledge and leadership
to Saint Luke’s Cancer Institute
In September 2013, Saint Luke’s Cancer Institute (SLCI) welcomed
Timothy J. Pluard, M.D. Dr. Pluard oversees day-to-day operations at the
Cancer Institute and sees patients in the medical oncology clinic.
Dr. Pluard previously served as associate professor of medicine at
Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and medical director
of Siteman Cancer Center’s first satellite center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital
in St. Peters, Mo. Siteman is a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated
Comprehensive Cancer Center at Washington University School of
Medicine and Barnes-Jewish Hospital. Under his leadership, the St. Peters’
center grew exponentially, seeing more than 600 new patients each year.
Dr. Pluard received his medical degree from Washington University and
completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of Texas
Southwestern Medical School in Dallas. He received his fellowship training
in medical oncology from Harvard Medical School at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, Mass.
He is board certified in internal medicine and medical oncology.
Designed with the aging community
population in mind, the program offers a
“front door” to accessing advanced health
care through Saint Luke’s North Hospital and
Saint Luke’s Health System.
“The Saint Luke’s Senior Community Care Program was conceived by the leadership of Saint
Luke’s North Hospital as an outreach mission to provide coordinated care for the senior members
of our Northland community,” said Dr. Gilbirds.
300 patients enrolled. ^
Since coming to Saint Luke’s in September, Dr. Pluard has helped to oversee growth in services at Saint
Luke’s East Hospital with radiation oncology, a new Appearance Renewal Center, and a new, expanded
home for medical oncology and infusion therapy.
•
•
“Our goal is to optimize the
“My vision,” said Dr. Pluard, “is to establish an integrated Cancer Institute throughout Saint Luke’s Health
System, to build an academic-level program throughout, with our emphasis being excellence in clinical
•
delivery, research, and outcomes. We intend to grow strategically, to expand our presence in the region,
and to become the preferred choice for cancer care. Saint Luke’s Health System is well positioned for
moving into the future and the new frontier of health care, whatever that may mean.”
Dr. Pluard aims to elevate Saint Luke’s cancer programs regionally and nationally and to aggressively
pursue research and clinical trials. Saint Luke’s oncology patients have the opportunity to participate in
an extensive range of disease-specific clinical studies, including NCI Cooperative Research Group trials,
pharmaceutical industry-sponsored research, and investigator-initiated trials. ^
•
High-quality health care designed for seniors residing
in several Northland retirement communities is now
accessible through the Saint Luke’s Senior Community
Care Program.
Under the medical direction of William
Gilbirds, M.D., the program features a physician and nurse practitioner specializing in gerontology
to serve residents in the Northland retirement communities of McCrite Plaza Senior Living at
Briarcliff, Riverstone Retirement Community, and Senior Star at Wexford Place.
• In 2013, Saint Luke’s Cancer
Institute participated in
more than 100 active cancer
research studies with over
“We believe that high-quality cancer care begins with the latest research, newest technologies, and
evidence-based clinical guidelines,” said Melinda Estes, M.D., Saint Luke’s Health System president and
CEO. “Dr. Pluard’s leadership and research experience is vital as we emphasize the Cancer Institute’s
services. He will integrate care in a multidisciplinary way, with clinicians working as one.”
4
Saint Luke’s North Hospital now offers
the Saint Luke’s Senior Community Care
Program to three Northland retirement
communities.
4
Tim Pluard, M.D., brings his
wealth of knowledge and
leadership to Saint Luke’s
Cancer Institute
• D
r. Pluard led numerous
clinical trials at Siteman
over the last eight years.
His active role in research
resulted in him being recognized twice by the National
Cancer Institute as one of
the nation’s top enrollers in
cooperative medical trials.
Timothy J. Pluard, M.D.,
medical director of Saint
Luke’s Cancer Institute
Seniors who live in several of the independent
and assisted living residences in Kansas City’s
Northland community have a new option for
accessing Saint Luke’s high-quality health care.
After losing Kevin Nunnink
far too soon, his family
carries on his vibrant legacy
of giving back
Profile
F O U N D A T I O N
Saint Luke’s Senior Community Care Program offers services
designed for seniors in the Northland’s retirement residences
3
Why I Gave
L U K E ’ S
Care for the Ages
2
Gifts of Note
•
S A I N T
senior patient’s medical
care by visiting them where
•
preventing any unnecessary
wealth of knowledge, strong
hospitalizations or flare-ups
leadership, and vision, but
of their chronic illnesses.”
also a passion for research
William Gilbirds, M.D., medical
and clinical excellence.”
director of the Saint Luke’s
Julie Quirin, Saint Luke’s
Senior Community Care
Hospital CEO
Program in the Northland
•
By 2030, the senior population, age 65 and older, is projected to double. In the Kansas City area
alone, two of the largest increases are projected to occur in Clay and Platte counties, indicating the
need for appropriate health care services. The Saint Luke’s Senior Community Care Program is
anticipated to reach additional Northland retirement facilities in the future.
they live, in the hope of
“Dr. Pluard not only brings a
•
The program’s medical staff treat such conditions as hypertension, elevated cholesterol, diabetes,
lung disease, arthritis, memory issues, and minor wound care. If specialty care is needed, the
patient will get help finding an appropriate provider. The staff make regular visits to Riverstone
and Wexford Place to care for individuals at their place of residence. McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff,
in partnership with Saint Luke’s North, provides its residents with an on-site clinic to access the
program’s services.
The program is supported by gifts and grants to Saint Luke’s North Hospital. A portion of the
proceeds from the Vignoble Food & Wine Fest on April 12, 2014, at the National Golf Club, will
help support the seniors’ program. Visit saintlukesgiving.org/vignoble for more information. ^
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SPRING 2014
•
•
Newsworthy
•
Gifts of Note
Foundation-Supported
Research Benefits Saint
Luke’s Patients
Newsworthy
Heart Institute Awarded
$3.4 Million Grant
Saint Luke’s College of Health Sciences received a $50,000 gift from the JEANINE E. KOGER TRUST to
Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart
receiveJeanine
^
establish the Jeanine Koger Nursing Education Fund atSAINT
the College.
was devoted to the Saint
Research and innovation have
Institute has been awarded a
Luke’s Auxiliary and was the first person to serve two separate terms as its president.
always been fundamental to the
mission of Saint Luke’s, providing
$3.4 million, three-year grant from
Boston Scientific to further research
The MISSOURI FOUNDATION FOR HEALTH contributed $147,000 to support emotional trauma
patients access to leading-edge,
into innovative cardiac procedures
treatment at Crittenton Children’s Center, which is part of Saint Luke’s Health System.
innovative treatment options.
Gifts to Saint Luke’s Foundation
play a vital role in supporting this
commitment to research.
to treat blocked coronary arteries.
A gift of nearly $220,000 from the ESTATE OF PEGGY A. RANDALL will support programs and services
Arterial plaque buildup can lead
at Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute, in gratitude for her care.
to chronic total occlusions (CTOs),
blockages resulting in chest pain,
The KEVIN K. NUNNINK FOUNDATION provided $60,000 to help purchase two additional ECMO
In 2013, Saint Luke’s conducted
more than 430 research studies
units—life-saving machines that support the function of the heart
with nearly 350 active research-
and lungs—for Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute.
shortness of breath, and fatigue.
Jo and Morgan
Nunnink
ers. Nearly 6,000 patients were
contributed $100,000 to benefit a new center for pediatric hearing
The Foundation supports 13
at Saint Luke’s Midwest Ear Institute. ^
clinical scholars conducting
research in numerous areas, from
cardiovascular disease to nursing.
The Children’s SPOT at Saint Luke’s Hospital held its 16th annual
“Once Upon a Time” event in February at Starlight Theatre. The
evening netted more than $100,000 to provide family assistance,
helping ensure that no child with a disability or developmental delay is
turned away due to lack of adequate insurance coverage.
Many Saint Luke’s Mid America
Heart Institute cardiologists
participate in research through
the Ben D. McCallister, M.D.,
Clinical Scholars Program,
which provides support through
endowed funds for investigatorinitiated studies.
Saint Luke’s Midwest Ear Institute held its annual
HEAR Aid Gala in November at the Sheraton Kansas
City Hotel at Crown Center. The event netted more
than $110,000 to support an updated patient facility
at a new location, including a dedicated center for
children’s hearing.
Gifts to the Foundation also
enable employees to participate
in nursing research activities
through the Nursing Research
Clinical Scholar Program. Initiated
Front row, L to R: Gala co-chair Carolyn Hanson,
honorary co-chair Joni Weiner, Bonne Illig, and
Sandy Luetje. Back row: Gala co-chair Gary Hanson,
honorary co-chair Larry Weiner, Cliff Illig, and MEI
founder and chairman emeritus Charles Luetje, M.D.
in 2012, the program gained
momentum in 2013, with nearly
600 patients enrolled in more
than 10 active studies. ^
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•
•
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goals—and save money on taxes.
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Michael will guide you through a free, confidential process to help structure your estate plans
saintlukesgiving.org
according to your wishes. If you already have a plan, he can provide an unbiased second opinion
to plan your gift or make
an online donation now.
about your options. There is no obligation, and Thompson does not promote giving to Saint Luke’s
or any other charity.
OR CALL
Interested? Visit saintlukesgiving.org/thompson or contact Tanja Heinen, Director of Major and Planned Gifts, at
816-932-3714 or [email protected]. ^
816-932-2252
invasive alternative to potentially
thousands of patients. But the pro-
The GARY DICKINSON FAMILY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
enrolled in research trials.
CTO angioplasty offers a minimally
Why I Gave
After losing Kevin Nunnink far too soon, his family carries on
his vibrant legacy of giving back
Kevin Nunnink and his wife
Jo, daughter Morgan, and son
Brandon knew that he might
be predisposed to heart disease.
His father had dealt with it
and died at 72. But Kevin was
healthy and regularly exercised.
One day while working out,
he didn’t feel quite right. He
ended up at Saint Luke’s Mid
America Heart Institute, where
he received two stents—on his
50th birthday.
Kevin fully recovered and
enjoyed seven years without any
problems. But then that same
uneasy feeling returned.
Kevin went back to Saint
Luke’s, where his heart rate skyrocketed and he soon crashed.
“It became a battle to keep
him alive,” said Morgan. “His
heart was failing, and we faced a
transplant situation.”
Kevin was placed on an
ECMO machine, which pumps
and oxygenates blood in patients experiencing cardiac and/
or respiratory failure. A week
later, he received a left ventricular assist device.
Kevin’s fight to live lasted
21 days, but his organs were
failing. He passed away in
August 2009 at age 57.
Jo, Morgan, and Brandon
soon established the Kevin K.
Nunnink Foundation to honor
Kevin’s legacy as a respected
businessman, partner, and mentor to many.
Kevin and Jo founded the
real estate appraisal service
company known today as
Integra Realty Resources,
and the foundation continues
Kevin’s love of mentoring by
providing scholarships for
real estate education. It is also
dedicated to funding cardiac
research at Saint Luke’s, to help
prevent and cure heart disease.
The Nunnink Foundation
holds an annual golf tournament, now in its fifth year, to
help raise funds.
“Kevin didn’t do anything
halfway. He jumped in with
both feet,” said Jo. “I know he
would’ve supported this.”
The foundation’s gifts played
a critical role in the recent flu
season. Saint Luke’s purchased
two additional ECMO machines with these funds, which
helped numerous patients battling the flu’s respiratory effects.
The Nunninks noted
that Kevin was always very
driven in every part of his
life. “He’d dream it and do
it,” Morgan said. “His ability
to make dreams reality was
unparalleled.”
Added Jo, “He would want us
to make lemonade out of lemons. We’re simply continuing
his legacy of giving back.” ^
cedure requires a high level of skill
in multiple, “hybrid” techniques, and
success rates are heavily influenced
by experience in the procedure.
Many physicians treat CTOs with
medications or bypass surgery,
reluctant to use angioplasty due to
risk and the time and complexity
involved. Saint Luke’s is among a
select group of hospitals in the
nation with physicians skilled in
using these innovative techniques.
Despite improving success rates and
efficiencies, more study is needed.
Saint Luke’s has organized the Open
CTO registry, which will enroll a total
of 1,000 consenting patients from 10
hospitals across the country using
the hybrid techniques. The safety, effectiveness, appropriateness, health
outcome, and cost-effectiveness of
the hybrid approach to CTO angioplasty will be examined.
“We’re proud to be the coordinating
center for this important study,” said
David J. Cohen, M.D., M.Sc., director
of Cardiovascular Research at Saint
Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute.
“By providing our world-class expertise along with extensive research
capabilities, we’re ideally positioned
to lead this major research effort to
help define a new frontier in cardiovascular medicine.” ^
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2
3
SPRING 2014
•
•
Newsworthy
•
Gifts of Note
Foundation-Supported
Research Benefits Saint
Luke’s Patients
Newsworthy
Heart Institute Awarded
$3.4 Million Grant
Saint Luke’s College of Health Sciences received a $50,000 gift from the JEANINE E. KOGER TRUST to
Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart
receiveJeanine
^
establish the Jeanine Koger Nursing Education Fund atSAINT
the College.
was devoted to the Saint
Research and innovation have
Institute has been awarded a
Luke’s Auxiliary and was the first person to serve two separate terms as its president.
always been fundamental to the
mission of Saint Luke’s, providing
$3.4 million, three-year grant from
Boston Scientific to further research
The MISSOURI FOUNDATION FOR HEALTH contributed $147,000 to support emotional trauma
patients access to leading-edge,
into innovative cardiac procedures
treatment at Crittenton Children’s Center, which is part of Saint Luke’s Health System.
innovative treatment options.
Gifts to Saint Luke’s Foundation
play a vital role in supporting this
commitment to research.
to treat blocked coronary arteries.
A gift of nearly $220,000 from the ESTATE OF PEGGY A. RANDALL will support programs and services
Arterial plaque buildup can lead
at Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute, in gratitude for her care.
to chronic total occlusions (CTOs),
blockages resulting in chest pain,
The KEVIN K. NUNNINK FOUNDATION provided $60,000 to help purchase two additional ECMO
In 2013, Saint Luke’s conducted
more than 430 research studies
units—life-saving machines that support the function of the heart
with nearly 350 active research-
and lungs—for Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute.
shortness of breath, and fatigue.
Jo and Morgan
Nunnink
ers. Nearly 6,000 patients were
contributed $100,000 to benefit a new center for pediatric hearing
The Foundation supports 13
at Saint Luke’s Midwest Ear Institute. ^
clinical scholars conducting
research in numerous areas, from
cardiovascular disease to nursing.
The Children’s SPOT at Saint Luke’s Hospital held its 16th annual
“Once Upon a Time” event in February at Starlight Theatre. The
evening netted more than $100,000 to provide family assistance,
helping ensure that no child with a disability or developmental delay is
turned away due to lack of adequate insurance coverage.
Many Saint Luke’s Mid America
Heart Institute cardiologists
participate in research through
the Ben D. McCallister, M.D.,
Clinical Scholars Program,
which provides support through
endowed funds for investigatorinitiated studies.
Saint Luke’s Midwest Ear Institute held its annual
HEAR Aid Gala in November at the Sheraton Kansas
City Hotel at Crown Center. The event netted more
than $110,000 to support an updated patient facility
at a new location, including a dedicated center for
children’s hearing.
Gifts to the Foundation also
enable employees to participate
in nursing research activities
through the Nursing Research
Clinical Scholar Program. Initiated
Front row, L to R: Gala co-chair Carolyn Hanson,
honorary co-chair Joni Weiner, Bonne Illig, and
Sandy Luetje. Back row: Gala co-chair Gary Hanson,
honorary co-chair Larry Weiner, Cliff Illig, and MEI
founder and chairman emeritus Charles Luetje, M.D.
in 2012, the program gained
momentum in 2013, with nearly
600 patients enrolled in more
than 10 active studies. ^
•
•
•
*
Does your estate plan need a checkup? Free service for you!
WANT TO LEARN MORE?
With the help of Thompson & Associates advisor Michael Geis, more and more Saint Luke’s friends
HERE’S HOW:
are discovering they can protect a larger share of their assets for their family and charitable
goals—and save money on taxes.
VISIT
Michael will guide you through a free, confidential process to help structure your estate plans
saintlukesgiving.org
according to your wishes. If you already have a plan, he can provide an unbiased second opinion
to plan your gift or make
an online donation now.
about your options. There is no obligation, and Thompson does not promote giving to Saint Luke’s
or any other charity.
OR CALL
Interested? Visit saintlukesgiving.org/thompson or contact Tanja Heinen, Director of Major and Planned Gifts, at
816-932-3714 or [email protected]. ^
816-932-2252
invasive alternative to potentially
thousands of patients. But the pro-
The GARY DICKINSON FAMILY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
enrolled in research trials.
CTO angioplasty offers a minimally
Why I Gave
After losing Kevin Nunnink far too soon, his family carries on
his vibrant legacy of giving back
Kevin Nunnink and his wife
Jo, daughter Morgan, and son
Brandon knew that he might
be predisposed to heart disease.
His father had dealt with it
and died at 72. But Kevin was
healthy and regularly exercised.
One day while working out,
he didn’t feel quite right. He
ended up at Saint Luke’s Mid
America Heart Institute, where
he received two stents—on his
50th birthday.
Kevin fully recovered and
enjoyed seven years without any
problems. But then that same
uneasy feeling returned.
Kevin went back to Saint
Luke’s, where his heart rate skyrocketed and he soon crashed.
“It became a battle to keep
him alive,” said Morgan. “His
heart was failing, and we faced a
transplant situation.”
Kevin was placed on an
ECMO machine, which pumps
and oxygenates blood in patients experiencing cardiac and/
or respiratory failure. A week
later, he received a left ventricular assist device.
Kevin’s fight to live lasted
21 days, but his organs were
failing. He passed away in
August 2009 at age 57.
Jo, Morgan, and Brandon
soon established the Kevin K.
Nunnink Foundation to honor
Kevin’s legacy as a respected
businessman, partner, and mentor to many.
Kevin and Jo founded the
real estate appraisal service
company known today as
Integra Realty Resources,
and the foundation continues
Kevin’s love of mentoring by
providing scholarships for
real estate education. It is also
dedicated to funding cardiac
research at Saint Luke’s, to help
prevent and cure heart disease.
The Nunnink Foundation
holds an annual golf tournament, now in its fifth year, to
help raise funds.
“Kevin didn’t do anything
halfway. He jumped in with
both feet,” said Jo. “I know he
would’ve supported this.”
The foundation’s gifts played
a critical role in the recent flu
season. Saint Luke’s purchased
two additional ECMO machines with these funds, which
helped numerous patients battling the flu’s respiratory effects.
The Nunninks noted
that Kevin was always very
driven in every part of his
life. “He’d dream it and do
it,” Morgan said. “His ability
to make dreams reality was
unparalleled.”
Added Jo, “He would want us
to make lemonade out of lemons. We’re simply continuing
his legacy of giving back.” ^
cedure requires a high level of skill
in multiple, “hybrid” techniques, and
success rates are heavily influenced
by experience in the procedure.
Many physicians treat CTOs with
medications or bypass surgery,
reluctant to use angioplasty due to
risk and the time and complexity
involved. Saint Luke’s is among a
select group of hospitals in the
nation with physicians skilled in
using these innovative techniques.
Despite improving success rates and
efficiencies, more study is needed.
Saint Luke’s has organized the Open
CTO registry, which will enroll a total
of 1,000 consenting patients from 10
hospitals across the country using
the hybrid techniques. The safety, effectiveness, appropriateness, health
outcome, and cost-effectiveness of
the hybrid approach to CTO angioplasty will be examined.
“We’re proud to be the coordinating
center for this important study,” said
David J. Cohen, M.D., M.Sc., director
of Cardiovascular Research at Saint
Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute.
“By providing our world-class expertise along with extensive research
capabilities, we’re ideally positioned
to lead this major research effort to
help define a new frontier in cardiovascular medicine.” ^
•
2
3
SPRING 2014
•
Saint Luke’s Foundation
4225 Baltimore Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111
saintlukesgiving.org
Non-Profit Org.
U.S. Postage
IMPACT
PAID
Kansas City, MO
Permit No. 6254
•
SPRING 2014
•
•
P R O F I L E
Support for nursing
education, children’s
programs, and more
Extras
High-Quality Vision
• A
t Siteman, Dr. Pluard was
clinical director of breast
oncology and the institutional principal investigator
for the National Surgical
Adjuvant Breast and Bowel
Project, as well as all breast
industry research trials.
Tim Pluard, M.D., brings his wealth of knowledge and leadership
to Saint Luke’s Cancer Institute
In September 2013, Saint Luke’s Cancer Institute (SLCI) welcomed
Timothy J. Pluard, M.D. Dr. Pluard oversees day-to-day operations at the
Cancer Institute and sees patients in the medical oncology clinic.
Dr. Pluard previously served as associate professor of medicine at
Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and medical director
of Siteman Cancer Center’s first satellite center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital
in St. Peters, Mo. Siteman is a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated
Comprehensive Cancer Center at Washington University School of
Medicine and Barnes-Jewish Hospital. Under his leadership, the St. Peters’
center grew exponentially, seeing more than 600 new patients each year.
Dr. Pluard received his medical degree from Washington University and
completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of Texas
Southwestern Medical School in Dallas. He received his fellowship training
in medical oncology from Harvard Medical School at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, Mass.
He is board certified in internal medicine and medical oncology.
Designed with the aging community
population in mind, the program offers a
“front door” to accessing advanced health
care through Saint Luke’s North Hospital and
Saint Luke’s Health System.
“The Saint Luke’s Senior Community Care Program was conceived by the leadership of Saint
Luke’s North Hospital as an outreach mission to provide coordinated care for the senior members
of our Northland community,” said Dr. Gilbirds.
300 patients enrolled. ^
Since coming to Saint Luke’s in September, Dr. Pluard has helped to oversee growth in services at Saint
Luke’s East Hospital with radiation oncology, a new Appearance Renewal Center, and a new, expanded
home for medical oncology and infusion therapy.
•
•
“Our goal is to optimize the
“My vision,” said Dr. Pluard, “is to establish an integrated Cancer Institute throughout Saint Luke’s Health
System, to build an academic-level program throughout, with our emphasis being excellence in clinical
•
delivery, research, and outcomes. We intend to grow strategically, to expand our presence in the region,
and to become the preferred choice for cancer care. Saint Luke’s Health System is well positioned for
moving into the future and the new frontier of health care, whatever that may mean.”
Dr. Pluard aims to elevate Saint Luke’s cancer programs regionally and nationally and to aggressively
pursue research and clinical trials. Saint Luke’s oncology patients have the opportunity to participate in
an extensive range of disease-specific clinical studies, including NCI Cooperative Research Group trials,
pharmaceutical industry-sponsored research, and investigator-initiated trials. ^
•
High-quality health care designed for seniors residing
in several Northland retirement communities is now
accessible through the Saint Luke’s Senior Community
Care Program.
Under the medical direction of William
Gilbirds, M.D., the program features a physician and nurse practitioner specializing in gerontology
to serve residents in the Northland retirement communities of McCrite Plaza Senior Living at
Briarcliff, Riverstone Retirement Community, and Senior Star at Wexford Place.
• In 2013, Saint Luke’s Cancer
Institute participated in
more than 100 active cancer
research studies with over
“We believe that high-quality cancer care begins with the latest research, newest technologies, and
evidence-based clinical guidelines,” said Melinda Estes, M.D., Saint Luke’s Health System president and
CEO. “Dr. Pluard’s leadership and research experience is vital as we emphasize the Cancer Institute’s
services. He will integrate care in a multidisciplinary way, with clinicians working as one.”
4
Saint Luke’s North Hospital now offers
the Saint Luke’s Senior Community Care
Program to three Northland retirement
communities.
4
Tim Pluard, M.D., brings his
wealth of knowledge and
leadership to Saint Luke’s
Cancer Institute
• D
r. Pluard led numerous
clinical trials at Siteman
over the last eight years.
His active role in research
resulted in him being recognized twice by the National
Cancer Institute as one of
the nation’s top enrollers in
cooperative medical trials.
Timothy J. Pluard, M.D.,
medical director of Saint
Luke’s Cancer Institute
Seniors who live in several of the independent
and assisted living residences in Kansas City’s
Northland community have a new option for
accessing Saint Luke’s high-quality health care.
After losing Kevin Nunnink
far too soon, his family
carries on his vibrant legacy
of giving back
Profile
F O U N D A T I O N
Saint Luke’s Senior Community Care Program offers services
designed for seniors in the Northland’s retirement residences
3
Why I Gave
L U K E ’ S
Care for the Ages
2
Gifts of Note
•
S A I N T
senior patient’s medical
care by visiting them where
•
preventing any unnecessary
wealth of knowledge, strong
hospitalizations or flare-ups
leadership, and vision, but
of their chronic illnesses.”
also a passion for research
William Gilbirds, M.D., medical
and clinical excellence.”
director of the Saint Luke’s
Julie Quirin, Saint Luke’s
Senior Community Care
Hospital CEO
Program in the Northland
•
By 2030, the senior population, age 65 and older, is projected to double. In the Kansas City area
alone, two of the largest increases are projected to occur in Clay and Platte counties, indicating the
need for appropriate health care services. The Saint Luke’s Senior Community Care Program is
anticipated to reach additional Northland retirement facilities in the future.
they live, in the hope of
“Dr. Pluard not only brings a
•
The program’s medical staff treat such conditions as hypertension, elevated cholesterol, diabetes,
lung disease, arthritis, memory issues, and minor wound care. If specialty care is needed, the
patient will get help finding an appropriate provider. The staff make regular visits to Riverstone
and Wexford Place to care for individuals at their place of residence. McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff,
in partnership with Saint Luke’s North, provides its residents with an on-site clinic to access the
program’s services.
The program is supported by gifts and grants to Saint Luke’s North Hospital. A portion of the
proceeds from the Vignoble Food & Wine Fest on April 12, 2014, at the National Golf Club, will
help support the seniors’ program. Visit saintlukesgiving.org/vignoble for more information. ^
•
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