2024 GCSOM Gala Program Book

Saturday, April 20, 2024 Mohegan Pennsylvania

2024 Honorees Founders: Tom Churilla, MD ’13 Well-being Shubhra Shetty, MD Community The Scranton School for Deaf & Hard of Hearing Children

Saturday, April 20, 2024 Mohegan Pennsylvania

6 p.m.

Cocktail hour Ballroom Lobby 7:15 p.m.

Welcome and thank you Julie Byerley, MD, MPH Dean, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine Executive Vice President and Chief Academic Officer, Geisinger President, Geisinger College of Health Sciences Presentation of Well-being Honoree Shubhra Shetty, MD Virginia McGregor Chair, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine Board of Directors

Medical Student Council President remarks Eshiemomoh Osilama, MD ’24, MBS ’19 Blessing Shannon Borchert Senior Director, Spiritual Services, Geisinger Dinner Remarks Jaewon Ryu, MD, JD, CEO, Geisinger Presentation of Founders Honoree Tom Churilla, MD ’13 Jaewon Ryu, MD, JD Presentation of Community Honoree The Scranton School for Deaf & Hard of Hearing Children Dean Julie Byerley Scholarship recipient remarks Parita Ray, MD ’25 Closing remarks Dean Julie Byerley 8:45 p.m.

Live music and dancing Uptown 10 p.m.

Silent auction closes

Dear friends, I am pleased to welcome you to the 2024 Black Ties for White Coats Gala.

Our fundraiser for student scholarships has grown over the years to become a highly anticipated event where community members concerned about the ongoing health and wellness of our region gather in the spirit of shared philanthropy. Our success is due to the strong commitment of a dedicated group of community volunteers and staff. Special appreciation goes to our co-chairs, Nicole Ferentino and Michelle Valentino Bedford, who have generously given their time to create a magnificent event. I am grateful to them, to the organizing committee and to you for your ongoing support.

At the time of our first gala, the school had just 65 medical students and 13 master’s degree students. Tonight, we count more than 450 medical students and more than 100 graduate students, along with nearly 1,000 physician alumni — many of them practicing right here in our communities. Moreover, as part of the College of Health Sciences, our medical students learn alongside colleagues in nursing, pharmacy and research who will form their care teams in the future.

This is not just our success. It belongs to you — our many friends, donors and sponsors who believe in our region and in the power of education. Our honorees this evening have

believed in us since our founding and have provided steadfast support to our schools. This year’s Founders Award, for example, goes to Tom Churilla, MD ‘13, a member of our inaugural Class of 2013 who now serves as a clinical faculty member and research mentor. The 2024 embodiment of well-being, Dr. Shubhra Shetty, is an architect of our school who served in leadership positions since our founding. And, of course, the Scranton School for Deaf & Hard of Hearing Children has provided community immersion experiences for our students for more than a decade.

We need the support of our friends throughout the community to provide our students with the experiences they need to serve our region. Your support of their scholarships tonight makes a tremendous difference. Thank you for that and for your other generous gifts to Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.

Have a wonderful evening!

Julie Byerley, MD, MPH Dean, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine Executive Vice President and Chief Academic Officer, Geisinger President, Geisinger College of Health Sciences

As a Geisinger Board member, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine Board chair and a Scranton native, I am so pleased to welcome you here tonight. The Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine students have enriched the lives of the people of our region and have become a catalyst for positive change. They are a deeply talented group of students who will, upon graduating, make “better health easier” for their patients and our communities. Thanks to your support, and under Dean Byerley’s leadership, we are creating a blueprint for the future of medical education and community collaboration.

Tonight, you will hear stories of our scholarship recipients and the amazing things they are accomplishing right here in northeastern Pennsylvania. You will learn about one of our honorees, Tom Churilla, MD, who has the distinct privilege of being one of Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine's first graduates. You’ll also learn about the invaluable collaboration between Geisinger Commonwealth and the Scranton School for Deaf & Hard of Hearing Children.

You’ll also hear from Shubhra Shetty, MD, about her unique perspective on the history of the medical school.

A priceless component of that history is Jaewon Ryu, MD, JD, Geisinger’s president and CEO. As he transitions to Risant Health, we wish him great success and look forward to continuing our work together to create better health for all.

His visionary approach has benefited our students, faculty and communities, and it will continue to do so for generations to come.

Enjoy the celebration!

Virginia McGregor Board Chair, Geisinger College of Health Sciences

We are so thrilled to have had another successful year at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. It’s been especially exciting to bring together our educational functions — our nursing school, medical school, master’s program and research — under the single banner of the Geisinger College of Health Sciences. And through these various programs, we know our patients, learners and communities all benefit.

As the needs of our communities grow and change, we’re equipping future physicians with the necessary skills to meet those demands. This includes training primary care providers who can help us continue to move care closer to our patients — out of hospitals and into clinics and communities and even into the home. And for those physicians who will practice in a hospital setting, we’re making sure they are trained on the latest tools and technology that can help them do their jobs even better.

All this is possible because of philanthropic support, which helps ease the burden for our students in many ways and supports our ability to stay ahead of industry changes.

We are grateful for the support of people like you, who help us advance medical education here in northeastern and central Pennsylvania.

Jaewon Ryu, MD, JD CEO, Geisinger

Current Philanthropic Scholarship Recipients

Appleseed Scholarship Fund of The Luzerne Foundation Jay Solgama ’25 Angela Fricchione Cupple and Michael Cupple Annual Scholarship Sydney Dana ’25 Mark H. DeStefano Annual Scholarship Kelly Barr ’27 Hawk Family Foundation Annual Scholarship Robert Rinaldi ’25 John J. and Nancy S. Menapace Annual Scholarship Sean MacCallum ’27 Louis Mastro Annual Scholarship Jay Solgama ’25 Dr. Gino and Mrs. Jean Cavalieri Mori Endowed Scholarship and the Dr. Gino and Mrs. Jean Cavalieri Mori Annual Scholarship Nada Bader ’24 Northeastern Pennsylvania Health Care Foundation Scholarship James Basting ’24 Alexis Blackburn ’26 Rachel Simon ’24 Alivia Roberts ’26 Kyle Kidd ’25 Abigail Glynn ’27 Parita Ray ’25 Madison Ziobro ’27 Sanofi Pasteur Annual Scholarship Conor Eufemio ’25

Taylor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Health and Wellness Fund of The Luzerne Foundation James Basting ’24 Alexis Blackburn ’26 Aaron Piavis ’25 Michael Oravic ’27 John & Helen Villaume Foundation Annual Scholarship Emily Winkler ’24 Wayne Memorial Health System Annual Scholarship Emily Winkler ’24 Wilkes-Barre General Hospital Auxiliary Fund Scholarship of The Luzerne Foundation Madison Hurst ’25 Myer Alperin Family Medical Scholarship Alexander Kapral ’27 Michael and Louise Altier Medical Endowed Scholarship Daniel Marcincavage ’27 Benkovic Family Foundation Endowed Scholarship Alexander Kapral ’27 Fidelity Deposit & Discount Bank Endowed Scholarship Nicholas Haynes ’26 InterMountain Medical Group Endowed Scholarship Dana Sydney ’25 Lynett-Haggerty Families Endowed Scholarship Michael Oravic ’27

Sheila S. Miller Memorial Endowed Scholarship Michael Oravic ’27 Daniel Reese Price and Carolyn Warren Price Endowed Scholarship Aaron Piavis ’25 Dean Steven J. Scheinman Endowed Scholarship Alexander Kapral ’27 Gov. and Mrs. William W. Scranton Endowed Scholarship Nicholas Haynes ’26 The Donald B. and Dorothy L. Stabler Endowed Scholarship Theresa Koch ’25 Kelly Barr ’27 Courtney Chambers ’26 Jean and Gene Stark, Arlington Industries Endowed Scholarship Michael Oravic ’27 Janet Townsend, MD, and Henry Geisinger Endowed Scholarship Dana Sydney ’25 Sarah Wright Memorial Endowed Scholarship Courtney Chambers ’26 Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine Endowed Scholarship Nicholas Haynes ‘26 Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine Student Scholarship funded by Employees Nader Bader ’24 Daniel Marcincavage ‘27

Founders Honoree Tom Churilla, MD ‘13

Scranton native Tom Churilla, MD, was humbled and delighted to be named the Founders Honoree at the 2024 Black Ties for White Coats Gala. Being part of the inaugural class of 2013 at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, Dr. Churilla cherished the opportunity to pursue his passion for medicine close to home.

Dr. Churilla's journey was deeply influenced by his father, who instilled in him a profound appreciation for education. His father was diagnosed with cancer while Dr. Churilla was in college, which factored into his decision of where to attend medical school, underscoring the significance of having a new option right here in northeastern Pennsylvania. Though his father passed away during Dr. Churilla’s first year at Geisinger Commonwealth, he was in attendance for his son during the white coat ceremony, that poignant first step to a career in medicine.

Throughout his education, Dr. Churilla gravitated toward radiology oncology, inspired by his experiences at Northeast Radiation Oncology Center in Dunmore, and the mentorship of the physicians he now calls his colleagues and partners. Returning to Scranton to practice medicine was a privilege for Dr. Churilla, who is committed to serving his hometown community.

Behind his success stands an unwavering support system, including his wife Tara, his high school sweetheart, along with his in-laws, friends, educators and mentors. He looks forward to contributing to the school's future and is proud of the direction the school has been going under Dean Julie Byerley's leadership.

Dr. Churilla values collaboration with fellow alumni and current students, actively engaging with the Geisinger Commonwealth alumni society. “I am so grateful for the financial support of scholarships I received as a student,” he says, recognizing the impact it had on alleviating the burden of his medical education expenses. This fuels his desire to give back, whether through his time, finances or mentorship.

Dr. Churilla's story is one of resilience and gratitude, not unlike that of the school itself. As he continues in his career, he remains dedicated to paying it forward, echoing the support and guidance he received along the way.

Well-being Honoree Shubhra Shetty, MD

Shubhra Shetty, MD, stands as a cornerstone in the foundation of the school that has become Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, having been instrumental in its inception. She played a multifaceted role, serving on the initial board and witnessing the fruition of an idea she helped nurture.

“There is a magic in creating a new place where people can thrive, and the best comes out of our students, our patients and our colleagues,” she says. “That’s what great leadership is about.” She went on to serve as the Northeast Regional associate dean and professor of medicine at the school. She has also served on the Wyoming Valley AIDS Council at The Wright Center in Scranton and as medical director of the Ryan White HIV Clinic.

Dr. Shetty was closely involved in teaching and running the school administratively from its earliest days. Central to the school's mission was the intention to populate the local community with its graduates, a vision that clearly showed the need for scholarships to attract the truly best and brightest students — those with diverse backgrounds and interests.

Scholarships, like those we raise funds for tonight, are fundamental to the success of Geisinger Commonwealth and its students. Dr. Shetty believes deeply in making medical education accessible to all who demonstrate the capability to meet its demands, and she takes pride in witnessing the impact of scholarships firsthand.

As Geisinger Commonwealth alumni return to the area as colleagues, she finds profound satisfaction in witnessing the school's influence in the local medical landscape, with hopes for continued growth and integration in to NEPA communities. Dr. Shetty hopes her legacy will be twofold: that she’ll be remembered for her compassionate care for those with HIV/AIDS and for her pivotal role in nurturing the longevity and excellence of medical education in the region.

Community Honoree Scranton School for Deaf & Hard of Hearing Children

In 2010, a pioneering partnership began between the Scranton School for Deaf & Hard of Hearing Children and Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, and it has grown to become a bridge between two worlds.

Leadership at each institution knew there was much to be learned from the other — medical students gaining invaluable firsthand experience working with the deaf community, and the Scranton School’s families working with medical students who could help them navigate a complex healthcare system. The success of this connection is why Scranton School for Deaf & Hard of Hearing Children is tonight’s Community Honoree.

A group of Geisinger Commonwealth medical students began taking sign language classes, and as they learned, they interacted with families from the Scranton School. “Through this hands-on learning, the medical students saw that what they learned about in class was more than a diagnosis. These are real children and families with hardships and joys and lives to live,” says Mary Ann Stefko, the Scranton School’s early intervention specialist.

Together, the medical students and children worked to create a simple but innovative communication tool, empowering families to advocate for themselves and be active participants in their own care. This tool has since been shared with physicians across the country. Today, Geisinger Commonwealth students continue their teamwork with Scranton School students to craft educational videos and first aid kits, for both physical and mental health first aid. And they have more than a little fun along the way: Many medical students have volunteered for events like “Signing with Santa.”

For families navigating the journey of hearing loss, the presence of a compassionate medical student is invaluable. “Ninety percent of deaf children are born to hearing families who have no connection to hearing loss at all,” Stefko notes. “It’s a journey, and these families get to walk this journey alongside a medical student, which is a gift.”

The bond formed between student and family is a testament to the profound impact of empathy and understanding.

As the two institutions look to the future, the hope is that even more families can be aided through work with these medical students, and even more Geisinger Commonwealth medical students can build rich relationships with diverse families at the Scranton School for Deaf & Hard of Hearing Children.

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Black Ties for White Coats Gala Committee Nicole Ferentino, DC - Chair Michelle Valentino Bedford - Chair Erin Rebo Pikul - Auction chair Terese Casey Brittany Boote Michelle Cadden Elyssa Chakiris Kristina DeMarco Linelle DeNaples Chris Doherty Kiera Lantz Kathy Mihok Roxanne Schulman

Geisinger Commonwealth Alumni Society Board

Tyler Bogaczyk, MD ’23 Melissa Buck, MD ’13 Thomas Churilla, MD ’13 Laura Congelio, MD ’20 Patrick Connors, MD ’14 Angela DiBileo Kalinowski, MD ’17 - Secretary Aditya Eturi, MD ’17, MBS ’13 - President Alfred Hamilton III, MD ’22, MBS ’17 Sarah Hayek, MD ’15, MEd Dan Loughran, MD ’18, MBS ’14 Sean MacCallum, MD ’27 John J. Mangan, MD ’16, MHA Annie Kate Misiura, MD ’14 Maura Morgan, MD ’21 Meaghan Mulvey, MBS ’24 Akindele Olagunju, MD ’19, MBS ’14 Eshiemomoh Osilama, MD ’24, MBS ’19 Rachel Silverstein, MD ’15, MBS ’11 Max Vogel, MD ’18 - President-elect

Founders Society In the early days of Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, a group of individuals, organizations, corporations and foundations stepped forward to ensure the success of the Commonwealth’s new medical college through generous contributions for student scholarships and operations.

We are sincerely grateful for their support and recognize them as members of our Founders Society.

• Myer M. Alperin • Michael J. and Louise D. Altier • Anonymous • Pat and John* Atkins • Dr. and Mrs. Charles J. Bannon • Benco Dental Company • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania • Dr. Harmar D. and Leslie W. Brereton • Alice Bulger, Dr. Weimin Chen and Louis Shapiro • Geisinger Community Medical Center • Geisinger Community Medical Center Medical Staff • Drs. Louis DeGennaro, Anthony Brutico, Mark Frattali, Keith Pritchyk • Delta Medix, PC

• Dempsey Uniform & Linen Supply, Inc. • Fidelity Deposit & Discount Bank • First Liberty Bank & Trust • The Gentile Family • David and Carol Greenwald, and Bruce and Melissa Saidman • David and Ann Hawk, Gertrude Hawk Chocolates • Beatrice T. Heveran, Esq., and Robert M. D’Alessandri, MD • Martin Hyzinski, MD • InterMountain Medical Group • Eugene Joseph Kane • Thomas F. and Flora K. Karam • Lackawanna County • Charlotte T. Schroeder Mack • Margaret Briggs Foundation • Richard C. and Sally W. Marquardt Family Foundation

• Cliff and Ruth Melberger • The Medical Staff of Mercy Hospital • Mercy Health Partners

• Radiological Consultants, Inc. and Advanced Imaging Specialists • Mr. and Mrs. Harold Rosenn

• Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs

• Drs. David Rutta, Bharat Patel, Christopher Barbarevech, Alexander Lalos and Edward Sherwin

• Barbara Monick

• Sanofi Pasteur

• Moses Taylor Health Care System

• Gov.* and Mrs. William W. Scranton*

• Kim and Rob Mericle

• Moses Taylor Hospital Medical Staff • Morey and Sondra Myers • Dr. Robert W. and Claudia B. Naismith

• Scranton Area Foundation, Inc. • Scranton Orthopaedic Specialists, PC • Mr. Andrew and Dr. Susan Sordoni

• Northeastern Eye Institute

• Susquehanna Health

• Northeastern Rehabilitation Associates, PC

• Taylor Nursing and Rehabilitation Fund of The Luzerne Foundation

• The Oppenheim Family

• Dr. and Mrs. Gerald P. Tracy

• Penn Security Bank & Trust Company

• Wayne Memorial Health System

• The Roy W. Piper Charitable Trust • PNC • Pocono Health System

• Wilkes-Barre General Hospital • Steve* and Libby Wojdak • Dr. and Mrs.* Robert E. Wright

• PrimeMed, PC

• The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education

• The Quandel Group, Inc.

• The Wright Center Medical Group

• Radiation Medicine Associates of Scranton

* deceased

Geisinger Board of Directors Heather M. Acker, Chair John C. Bravman, PhD Joseph J. Bridy Benjamin K. Chu, MD, MPH, MACP Sherry A. Glied, PhD Jeffrey Jacobson Thomas H. Lee Jr., MD Thomas J. Liston Virginia McGregor Robert E. Poole Don Thomas Rosini Jaewon Ryu, MD, JD Gail R. Wilensky, PhD

Geisinger College of Health Sciences Board of Directors Virginia McGregor, Chair John C. Bravman, PhD Julie Byerley, MD, PhD Benjamin K. Chu, MD, MPH, MACP Pedro J. Greer Jr., MD V. Chris Holcombe, PE David B. Nash, MD, MBA Jaewon Ryu, MD, JD

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Congratulations to 2024 honorees Tom Churilla, MD, Shubhra Shetty, MD, and The Scranton School for Deaf & Hard of Hearing Children. Thank you for the considerable contributions you have made to our community.

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Dancing in the Dark for Cancer An evening of Bruce Springsteen music to benefit the Henry Cancer Center Friday, May 17  6 – 10 p.m.

The Greens at Irem Clubhouse 64 Ridgway Drive, Dallas $150 per person  Ages 21+  Cocktail The BStreetBand, the original Springsteen tribute band, will perform the Boss’s greatest hits! You don’t have to go all the way to Asbury Park for these “Glory Days” with good music, food and refreshments and a “Hungry Heart” for fun. It will be an unforgettable night to help our Geisinger specialists provide that “Human Touch” for patients with cancer in northeastern Pennsylvania.

Register or sponsor online: go.geisinger.org/hccbenefit Questions? Call 570-214-0400 or email foundationevents@geisinger.edu

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Geisinger Janet Weis Children’s Hospital Open Frosty Valley Resort · 1301 Bloom Road, Danville, PA 17821 Monday, May 20 Join us for the Geisinger Janet Weis Children’s Hospital Open, a golf event benefiting pediatric programs and services.

The tournament is open to the public. Registration is limited to 120 amateur players, 18 years or older. Soft spikes and collared shirts are required.

Sponsorship opportunities available. Tickets are $175 per golfer.

Visit go.geisinger.org/Geisingerjwchopen for more information and sponsorship opportunities.

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Geisinger Community Medical Center Golf Tournament Elmhurst Country Club 319 Gardner Road, Moscow, PA 18444 Monday, July 22 The Geisinger Community Medical Center Golf Tournament in memory of Dr. Jack Sanner is celebrating its 41st year. This event includes lunch, an awards reception, golf and prizes and a cash grand prize drawing of $10,000. Tickets are $375 per golfer. Limited spaces available.

Registration opens May 1 at go.geisinger.org/gcmcgolf

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About Geisinger Health Foundation Geisinger Health Foundation raises funds to support the programs and services of Geisinger and to strengthen the mission of providing world-class care close to home, educating the healthcare teams of tomorrow, and innovating how care is delivered across the region, including our most vulnerable and underserved populations.

About Geisinger Geisinger is committed to making better health easier for the more than 1 million people it serves. Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes 10 hospital campuses, a health plan with more than half a million members, a research institute and the Geisinger College of Health Sciences, which includes schools of medicine, nursing and graduate education. With more than 25,000 employees and 1,700+ employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Thank you for your support of Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.