Auxiliary Fashion Show - Orange Regional Medical Center

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Auxiliary Sales
Special vendor sales,
located in the private
dining room at Arden
Hill and the cafeteria at
Horton, are brought to you
by the Orange Regional
Medical Center Auxiliary,
an organization that assists
in the fundraising efforts to
benefit Orange Regional.
May 2009
Auxiliary Fashion Show
A newsletter for Orange Regional Medical Center employees, physicians and volunteers.
From the President & CEO
A portion of the proceeds
from the sales listed below
are donated to Orange
Regional by the Auxiliary.
June 3
Horton Campus
Glenda’s Bags
June 3
Arden Hill Campus
D & D Designs
June 4
Horton Campus D & D Designs
June 5
Horton Campus Leslie’s Jewelry and
Handbags
June 6
Horton Campus
E & E Giftware
June 10
Arden Hill Campus
Mia Bella Candles
June 11
Horton Campus
Elliot’s Leather
June 12
Arden Hill Campus
Elliot’s Leather
June 12
Horton Campus Vincenza Garrison Crafts
June 16
Horton Campus
Simple Treasures
June 17
Horton Campus
Webkinz
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Operation Runway featured fashions by Tommy Bahama, Christopher & Banks,
My Sister’s Closet and Dress Barn.
Orange Regional Medical Center’s Auxiliary held its first Operation
Runway, a fashion show held on Sunday, April 19 at the Inn at
Central Valley.
Among its top models were Scott Batulis, CEO & President, Jessica
Acosta, RN, and James Oxley, VP of Medical Affairs. The event,
attended by more than 200 fashionistas, raised more than $8,000
in funding for the construction of Orange Regional Medical Center’s
new hospital.
orange regional Auxilians recognized
On May 13, 2009, New York State Healthcare Auxilian Day
was celebrated.
As an integral part of our hospital, Orange Regional Medical
Center’s Auxiliary was publicly and privately thanked for
their time and dedication. This dynamic group, made of up of
nearly 70 members, raises funds through various initiatives,
including it’s first fashion show this year, that directly support a
wide range of clinical activities, patient and family comfort and
satisfaction and employee education. The Auxiliary generously
donates their time, overseeing one of the hospital’s gift shops,
a thrift shop and all community vendor sales. They offer support
throughout the year to many hospital functions, including the
yearly Golf Classic. Recently, the Orange Regional Auxiliary
completed payment on a $600,000 pledge to the hospital’s
Building for Excellence Capital Campaign fund. We thank the
Auxiliary for their dedication and generosity.
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Great things happen every day
Earlier this month we
at Orange Regional. Our patient
observed Hospital
satisfaction scores will continue
Week to recognize and
to rise if we all treat patients as if
acknowledge everyone
they were our family members. This
who is working hard
means meeting and exceeding patient
toward enhancing
expectations and taking ownership of
the quality of care
our duties to the patient.
we provide to our
Scott Batulis
President & CEO patients. I hope you
Our improvement in quality
enjoyed the
in-house picnics (complete
Expectation: is evident by the increase
in letters from patients
with some American Idol
Excellence
complimenting Orange
hopefuls), the service awards
Priority:
Regional on the excellent
dinner, and the small gift of
Quality
service they received. I ask
our appreciation.
that all of you keep up the
good work as we strive to be the best
Working in a hospital is a challenging,
regional hospital in New York State.
but extremely rewarding profession. It
was nice to gather during Hospital Week
Regards,
and celebrate our accomplishments.
Whether you are a direct caregiver or in
a support role at the hospital, you should
take pride in what you do. Everyone
Scott Batulis
plays such a big part in getting our
President & CEO
patients back on the road to recovery.
Orange regional Medical Center’s
Mission and vision STATEMENT
Mission:
Improve the health of our community by providing exceptional
healthcare.
Vision:
Orange Regional Medical Center will pursue excellence in all we do
and become the best regional hospital in New York State, meeting 95
percent of our community’s acute health care needs. We will be the
“provider of choice” for our community, the “employer of choice” for our
staff and the “workplace of choice” for our doctors.
May 2009
www.ormc.org
MAY 2009
2008 Star of the Year
DANIEL CONROY
Daniel Conroy, a Registered Nurse
in the Behavior Health Unit at the
Arden Hill Campus, has been
named Orange Regional’s 2008
Star of the Year. Daniel began
working for Arden Hill Hospital
in 1988 in the Behavioral Health
Unit as a Mental Health Worker.
In 2000, he became a Registered
Nurse and has continued his
career in Behavioral Health.
Described by management
and fellow team members as
dedicated, extremely focused and
responsive to the needs of his coworkers, Daniel takes the initiative
to solve problems and always
strives for success.
Daniel received Shooting Star
awards in 2005 and 2008 and was
recognized for his timely response
to patient needs when he won
the 2007 Behavorial Health Unit
Standards of Performance and
Behavior monthly contest.
As a Registered Nurse, Daniel
has made quality patient care
his number one priority and
exemplifies Orange Regional’s
mission to “improve the health
of our community by providing
exceptional healthcare.”
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FOUNDATION UPDATE
Sal Belfiglio
joined the
Orange
Regional
Medical
Center
Foundation
Board of
Trustees in
1996. He is a
member of the Planned Giving
Committee, which makes
recommendations regarding
establishing and developing
endowment funds and identifies
potential planned giving/major
donors in the community. Mr.
Belfiglio is also a member
of the Foundation’s Annual
Giving Committee, which is
responsible for establishing
and retaining relationships with
annual giving/Century Club
donors. As a member of its
Strategic Planning Committee,
which establishes short
and long range goals of the
Foundation, he also reviews
and makes recommendations
to the Executive Committee
regarding the Bylaws of the
Foundation.
Orange Regional Medical Center Foundation
Donors Honored
Mr. Belfiglio is a retired
Regional Vice-President of
The Bank of New York. During
his career, he also worked as
a Manager and Loan Officer
for Ellenville National Bank.
He is a graduate of SUNY
Empire State College and of
the Stonier School of Banking
at Rutgers University. He is a
veteran of the United States
Marine Corp.
Mr. Belfiglio lives in Middletown
with his wife Antoinette.
They have one son, Brian, a
daughter-in-law, Amy and two
grandchildren, Emma and Ben.
GI Nurses and Associates
celebrated in march
Betty Cherry
Thelma Daley
Orange Regional’s Endoscopy staff recently celebrated GI
Nurses and Associates Day and were recognized for their
knowledge, skill, efficiency and professionalism.
Jane Giganti
Lisa Haynes
Carol Helmke
Lynette Hunter-Goodman
Maureen McInerney
Jason Moore
“G” Patridge
Diana Perrone
John Shea
Debra Sheehan
Orange Regional employees from left to right: Terri
Bostock, Sharon Kropp, Joan Sagurton, Sandra Iberger,
Jonathan Schiller, Melanie Jones and Margaret Beaubien.
Foundation President Christine Maraia praised the high
level of support from employees, local businesses and the
community. “The Orange Regional Medical Center Foundation
ended its 2008 fiscal year with more than $4 million raised
in philanthropic support. The generosity of our donors has
enabled Orange Regional Medical Center to fund more than
$1 million for equipment, programs, education and improving
patient care, in addition to the contributions to the new hospital
capital campaign.”
Orange Regional employees from left to right:
Marcy Manheim, Penny Lynch, Kelly Pizzaro, Debi
Zaccagnino, Shafiq Rab and (back row) guests.
Orange Regional
Medical Center’s
annual giving
program includes
the Century Club,
which is comprised
of Orange Regional
employees, gifts from
grateful patients and
their families and
gifts made to honor
the member of a
loved one.
For information, or to make a donation to the Building for
Excellence Capital Campaign, contact Orange Regional’s
Foundation Office at 294-2135 or e-mail Foundation President
Christine Maraia at [email protected].
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May 2009
Shining Stars
Board corner
On April 23, the
Orange Regional
Medical Center
Foundation held
its Annual Donor
Recognition
Reception at
the Fountains at
Wallkill Golf Club
in Middletown.
Over 275 donors
attended the event.
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Angela Teen
Nanci Waldmann
Robert Wanamaker
Christopher Wilson
Marketing
Department
has Relocated
Front row (from left to right) is Marrisa Llado, Ninette Estrada, Lynn Racine,
Rose Petersen, Donna Salamone and Galyna Sessa. (Second row from left
to right) is Mickie Hammond, Pat Henault, Sheryl Broelman,
Mary Harjes and Donna Watch.
SAVE THE DATE
!
The Marketing & Public
Relations Department has
moved to the Stivers Place
building located across
from the Horton Campus
Emergency Department.
Please call 342-7111 for any
Marketing or Public Relation
needs.
National Cancer Survivors Day
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Maple Hill Park, Middletown
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Pre-Registration is a must!
Call 1-888-321-ORMC (6762) for more info and to register!
did you know?
The Pension Protection Act requires that participants in pension plans receive an annual notice that
describes the funded status of their plan. This notice includes information about the Pension Plan’s
assets and liabilities, how the Plan’s assets are allocated among different categories of investments, and
your rights and protections as a participant. The Department of Labor also requires the annual notice to
include an explanation of what happens if a pension plan terminates. This notice replaces the Summary
Annual Report that you previously received and can be found on the Orange Regional intranet under the
“Human Resources” link and click on the “Annual Funding Notice” option.
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CONGRATULATIONS
NURSES
WEEK:
Blessing of
the Hands
Debra Beakes, Nurse Director of the Horton Campus Emergency
Department, has accepted the position of Lead Clinical Supervisor at
the Arden Hill Campus. While she is transitioning into her new position,
Debbie will remain active in the Horton Emergency Department. As the
new Lead Clinical Supervisor, she will be responsible for day to day
nursing operations at Arden Hill. Debbie can be reached at 467-9287.
The hands of Kathleen Kriessler, RN, were blessed by
The Reverend Steve Peiffer at the Horton Campus on Nurse’s Day.
May 6, 2009
Representatives of Orange Regional
Medical Center’s Clergy held a blessing
ceremony for the nurses on National
Nurse’s Day as part of a commemoration
for the care they provide.
At each campus, under the direction
of Deacon Richard Tripani, the clergy
participated in blessing the hands of Orange
Regional’s nurses and held a moment of
silence for the memory of each employee
who has passed on before us.
The hands of Alicia Olmos, RN, were blessed by
The Reverend Steven Peiffer at the Arden Hill Campus
on Nurse’s Day.
Jill McLaughlin, a per diem nurse at the Arden Hill Campus
Emergency Department, was presented with a Special Recognition
award at the New York State Emergency Nurses Association (ENA)
Conference in Saratoga Springs on April 24. The Special Recognition
award is given to the ENA member who has done outstanding work in
promoting the New York State Emergency Nurses Association through
special projects. Jill recently recruited twenty members to join the
association, and continues her efforts to increase membership in the
Association. Jill can be reached at 294-2170.
Eva Edwards, Nurse Director of the Tucker
Center for Cancer Care (TCCC), was awarded the
Oncology Nursing Society scholarship. Eva was
one of 10 recipients chosen from 75 applicants. She
was awarded for her years of service in the field of
oncology, the development of an outreach program in
the Tucker Center, her dedication to the development
of a new oncology program through TCCC
mentorship, programs for new hires and the summer intern program for
nurses. Eva can be reached at 343-2424 x4245.
Dr. Joanne Magro, Chair of
the Department of Emergency
Medicine and Colleen Minnock,
Nurse Director of the Arden
Hill Campus Emergency
Department, were recently
nominated and chosen Registered
Nurse of Excellence and Physician
of Excellence of the year by the Orange County Medical Services
Council. Both received recognition from the United States House of
Representatives in Congress, the New York State Assembly, Special
Congressional Recognition and the Orange County Executive’s office.
Joanne can be reached at 565-3700. Colleen can be reached at 294-4834.
month of april:
Occupational Therapists
and Assistants Recognized
At Orange Regional Medical Center,
occupational therapists and occupational
therapy assistants work with inpatients
and patients in the Rehabilitation
Unit. They work to improve a patient’s
independence in skills such as bathing,
dressing, cooking, hobbies and getting
around in their homes and in the
community. They also work on improved
balance, strength, endurance and
structuring with patients in their homes
or work environments. The patients
they work with include those with
neurological problems and orthopedic
injuries. Congratulations to all of Orange
Regional’s Occupational Therapists and
Occupational Therapy Assistants for a
doing an outstanding job.
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Pictured from left to right (top row) is Marge DeJoy, Monique Garcia,
Terry Russo, Kelly Kennedy, Dawn Nilsen and Rhonda Gorrish. From
left to right (back row) is Wendy Walsh, Marie La Rouge, Greg Petak,
Anne Robinson-Glasscock, Maryann McConnell and Trudy Silvestri.
Not pictured are Diane Strysko, Art Stout, Kimmy Barrio, Michele
Lempka, Doreen Garcia, Debbie Glebocki, Luz Davis, Christine Post,
Sue Lee, Mike Parinello, Justine Monahan and Dauria Lercara.
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The Respiratory Care Department, with tremendous support from the IT
Department and the Laboratory Department, has worked diligently to
implement a new technology called Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Analyzers
– Siemen 405 Rapidcomm. The technology is now up and running at
both the Horton and Arden Hill Campuses. This upgrade represents a
milestone in Respiratory Care at Orange Regional. The new analyzers
will enable the department to improve procedures and provide more
timely and comprehensive results. For more information, call Frank
Salvatore at 342-7394.
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Are you Joint
Commission ready?
Communication is Key to
Enhancing Patient Safety
Ineffective communication is
the most frequently cited root
cause of any issue. Effective
communication that is timely,
accurate, complete, concise
and understood by the
recipient reduces error and
results in a more productive
work environment. Recently,
Sue Hodgson, VP of
Quality at Orange Regional,
sent communication out
specific to our National
Patient Safety Goals
highlighting the importance
of care givers effectively
communicating with each
other and our patients. It is
strongly encouraged that all
Medical Center employees
– not just care givers –
revisit Orange Regional’s
Standards of Behavior in an
effort to be sure we are all
communicating appropriately
for the sake of our patients.
After all, if we are to be
the best regional referral
hospital in the state of New
York, we must continue
communicating effectively.
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Physician’s recognition
celebrating Patient
Satisfaction Scores
In April, Orange Regional honored
two departments for reaching great
heights in patient satisfaction. At the
Horton Campus, the Tucker Center
for Cancer Care team exceeded
the Northern Metropolitan Hospital
Association (NORMET) average
for overall rate of care in patient
satisfaction scores every quarter
in 2008. The NORMET average is
derived from the patient satisfaction
scores of community hospitals and
health care organizations in the seven
counties north of New York City.
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At the Horton Campus, the Tucker Center For Cancer Care team takes a moment
to celebrate its outstanding accomplishment. Evening staff not pictured.
At the Arden Hill Campus, the Critical Care Unit team takes a moment to celebrate
its outstanding accomplishment. Evening staff not pictured.
The Arden Hill Campus Critical
Care Unit also scored above the
NORMET average for overall rate
of care in patient satisfaction every
quarter in 2008. Additionally, the
team beat the NORMET average
in all three dimensions of care
(physical comfort, emotional
support and information/education/
communication) for the fourth
quarter of 2008. The team boasts
the highest scores for overall rate
of care among all nursing units at
Orange Regional! Congratulations
to both teams on exceeding our
patients’ expectations.
During Compliance
Week, May 3-9,
Captain Integrity
paid a visit to Orange
Regional to make
sure all employees
were upholding
the hospital’s
compliance policies.
Captain Integrity is
seen with Financial
Advocates and
Medicaid Specialists
(from left to right)
Margarita Barbosa,
Merry Matos and
Laura Arango.
captain integrity
At Orange Regional, we ensure
that a comprehensive compliance
program remains in place by
establishing mandatory education
programs, compliance committees and
policies. The Board of Directors and
hospital leadership have designed a
compliance program that is responsive
to Federal and State laws and
initiatives, as well as industry “best
practices.” By continuing to work
together as a team will we maximize
our success in corporate compliance.
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Orange Regional Medical Center hosted its 2009
Physician Appreciation Dinner on Friday, May 1, 2009
at the Harness Racing Museum and Hall of Fame in
Goshen. The event honored Orange Regional’s medical
staff for its commitment to delivering quality
healthcare to the community. During the event,
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two outstanding physicians were honored. The
Leadership Award was presented to Dr. Diane
Pine, Medical Director of Hospitalist Service
at Orange Regional and Founder of Hudson
Valley Hospital Physicians, for continuously
taken an active role at Orange Regional by
enhancing services, programs, education and
relationships and exhibiting a
positive leadership style. The
Lifetime Achievement Award
was presented to Dr. Jacob
J. Barie, Senior Partner at
Radiologic Associates, which is
presented to a physician whose
life’s work has made a lasting
impact on the quality of health6
care in our community.
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1. John Ferguson, MD presents the Lifetime Achievement
Award to Jacob Barie, MD
2. Adrian Paraschiv, MD presents the Leadership Award to
Diane Pine, MD
3. Joanne Magro, MD of Hudson Valley Emergency
Physician Services; Jeffrey Degen of Hudson Valley
Neurosurgical Associates
4. Crystal Run Healthcare’s Gregory Spencer, MD and
Kevin Trapp, MD
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5. Sharen Casazza, MD of Washingtonville Pediatrics; Mr. James
Casazza; Martina Bezdickova, MD of Washingtonville Pediatrics;
Petr Bezdicek, MD of Goshen Medical Associates
6. Seated (l-r): Dr. Ratna Sabnis; Mrs. Mallika Salgunan; Mrs. Gunvant
Bhanusali; Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Govindlal Bhanusali;
Standing (l-r): colleague & visiting surgeon from India
Dr. Asokaratnam; Ashok Sabnis; Dr. Nambi Salgunan of Sullivan
County Community Health Services; Dr. Paul Chellappa of Orange
County Mental Health
7. Mr. Mike Malik; Tabbsum Malik, MD; Gregory Bergamo, MD of Bergamo Foot Care;
Mrs. Donna Bergamo
8. Phillip Massengill, MD of Hudson Valley ENT; Mrs. Susan Massengill
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Moment of Truth
Maryann Marco loves her job at Orange Regional. Love
of her job breeds patient satisfaction. As a food service
employee at the Horton Campus, she interacts with
patients on a daily basis, delivering additional menu
options off of the hospital’s courtesy cart.
The courtesy is a relatively new concept at Orange
Regional and offers patients a variety of choices when it
comes to snacks in between meals. Maryann believes the
cart is a great way to stay engaged with patients and act
as an additional point of contact.
Sunday, June 7th 2009
10:00am - 4:00 pm Rain or Shine
Free Admission
Activities include:
Kids Corral:
Supervised Amusements, Bouncies, Games in a safe enclosed area
Demonstrations:
Martial Arts, Remote Control Planes, Chainsaw Sculptures, Fruit Basket Making
and more..
Trucks to Touch:
Crawl around Firetrucks, Construction Equipment, Tractor Trailers,
Dump Trucks, A Helicopter and much more (for kids of all sizes)
Music:
Enjoy the sounds of DJ Blazin Beats and the music of the Goshen
Youth Jazz Band
Displays:
See Antique Planes and Super Modern Rescue Equipment, including
a Rescue Helicopter and Crew
Chili Cook-Off:
Be part of the judging and enjoy some outstanding chili made by your neighbors.
40 Contestant Field. (Bring your own Rolaids). If you would like to compete
call 845-343-0808
Health Fair:
Orange Regional Medical Center professionals will be on site to provide free
“Health Screenings”. Catskill Regional Medical Center, an affiliate of the
Greater Hudson Valley Health System, will be on hand for a “Meet and Greet”
with members of Wurtsboro Medical Associates
Vendors:
Food, Jewelry and everything in between
Orange Regional Medical Center:
Visit with our staff and learn about how the face of Regional Healthcare is being
changed for generations to come, with the construction of your new 620,000
square foot Medical Center in Middletown... The First New Hospital in New York
State in nearly 25 Years!!!!
SIGHTSEEING Plane Rides:
Ask about joining the Red Baron Club!
The Airport is open, the runway is active... Come watch
Beautiful Sailplanes take off and glide at the nation’s
oldest working glider airport.
For Event Information: 845-294-2135
For Chili Cook-Off Application: 845-343-0808
For Directions: www.wurtsboroairport.com
Route 209 North
Wurtsboro, NY 12790
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Knee replacement patients Elaine Igoe and Diane
McClure are visited by Maryann Marco while in the
rehabilitation unit at Orange Regional’s Horton Campus.
Maryann goes above and beyond the call of duty to satisfy the cravings of her patients within their
dietary limits and within the realm of their care. This is not an unusual task for her. It makes her job more
desirable, and in fact, keeps her inspired to make sure patients remain comfortable during their stay. “It’s
more than just food,” she said. “It’s the interaction, knowing that someone is waiting to see you. It’s also
knowing you can brighten someone’s day by asking one simple question: ‘how are you doing?’”
Maryann’s philosophy is to treat patients as if they are her own family members and to remember that
everyday may not be a great day for patients. “You do feel obligated. If this was my family member, I’d
want to know that each had everything they needed and felt comfortable,” Maryann said. “It only takes
one person to care about you and that will give you a glimmer of hope during a tough time.”
Elaine Igoe, a recent knee replacement patient in the rehabilitation unit, said Maryann came to her rescue
during her stay. “Because she was so conversational, she was able to fix a problem I had with my meal.
She assured me there would be no additional problems. Maryann was a great asset.”
But for Maryann, who’s been employed at Orange Regional for more than 10 years, and who was Orange
Regional’s 2005 Employee of the Year, said it’s all part of her job. She attributes her success to everyone
who works within the food service department, who often work behind the scenes to provide essential
services.
“When you give unselfishly, you provide extra care and where would we be without that?” Maryann said.
In Memory
To mark the one year anniversary of
Anthony Whitehurst’s passing, the
Nutrition and Food Service Department
made a donation in Anthony’s name
to the Literacy Volunteers of Western
Orange County located in Middletown.
Anthony worked in the Nutrition and
Food Service Department as a food
service worker for six years. The funds
will be used for direct programming
services at the Literacy Volunteers
organization.
American
Cancer Society
Relay for Life
Friday, June 12, 2009
Goshen High School
Sponsored by Orange Regional
Medical Center
Registration begins at 5:30 p.m.
Survivor Lap is at 6:00 p.m.
Registration is $10
For more information, contact Tanya Camocho at
291-3623 x301 or email [email protected]
Participants can register at www.relayforlife.org/goshenny
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IN THE NEWS:
Orange Regional Employees
make headlines
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May 2009
Right: Dr. G. Alexander
Jones is featured on
the cover of the May
2009 M.D. News,
Mid Hudson Edition.
To view this issue
online, visit
www.mdnewsonline.com
Bottom: Horton
Campus Registered
Nurse, Janice Kelly
and Arden Hill Nurse
Director, Chris Costello
were featured in a
tribute to nurses in
the Times HeraldRecord on Wednesday,
May 6, as part of
National Nurses
Week. To view their
stories online, visit
www.recordonline.com
Orange Regional Medical Center’s Vice President for new projects, Wayne Becker, made his debut in The New York Times
as he discussed the design–build method being used for the new hospital. To view the article online, visit www.nytimes.com
and search Orange Regional Medical Center.
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