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Sugarloaf Charity Summit Raises a Mountain of Money
By Cynthia Magnuson
The Sugarloaf Charity Summit is a fundraiser that benefits MaineHealth’s own Martha B. Webber Breast Cancer Center in Farmington, as well as the Maine Cancer Foundation and the Dempsey Center. This year's event (24th for the Summit and 4th for the Charity Challenge) took place on Saturday, January 17 in Carrabassett Valley. Paige Teller, MD, Oncology Medical Director, Breast Care Clinic, organized the team, MHCCN: Hitting Slopes, Raising Hopes, again this year. The team raised over $8,500!
Welcome to Katelyn DeRaps, MS, RD, LD
By Cynthia Magnuson
Q: You recently joined MMC as Program Manager for Outpatient Care in Scarborough. What does your role here at MH entail?
A: I will be helping to plan and oversee the development, implementation, operation and daily management of the thoracic and breast oncology programs at Scarborough. Additionally, I will be planning and overseeing processes that ensure program goals are measured, analyzed, evaluated, reported and met. The position supports operational aspects such as the development of program materials and tools. The role is also accountable for implementing program work plan(s) and assuring the completion of day to-day activities.
Q. What is your top work priority this month or over the short term?
A: Getting to know my team and figuring out how to provide them with what they need in order to provide the best care possible for our patients.
Q: How do you prefer to start your day?
A: Taking my dog, Mozzarella, outside for a walk, followed by a large cup of coffee.
Q: What do you do for fun and/or relaxation in your spare time?
A: I enjoy spending time with my dog, fiancé, family and friends. I enjoy hiking, cooking and exploring new restaurants.
Q: What is your favorite food or favorite type of food?
A: Pizza and tacos!
Above, Left: Celebrating after hitting the slopes, L to R: Lauren Couture, Patrick Dempsey of the Dempsey Center, Sarah Carter, Dr. Teller and Evie Taylor Above, right: MHCCN team members pictured L to R: Ty Sevigny, Lauren Couture, Kendra Emery DO, Paige Teller MD, Kate Zimmerman DO, Evie Taylor, Kiley Willet and Doug Willett
