Monsoon Journal
A Parfait Media publication
JUNE 2014
Health & Care
Markham Stouffville Hospital Dedicates Patient Exam Suite in Honour of $250,000 contribution from Alex Chiu Golf Tournament Markham, ON (May 20, 2014) – The Alex Chiu Golf Tournament Committee recently celebrated its $250,000 contribution to Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation’s Expansion Campaign by unveiling the signage for a Patient Exam Suite dedicated in its name. The recognition sign will hang in the hospital’s new Emergency department. “It’s a proud day for me to contribute to the expansion of Markham Stouffville Hospital,” said Alex Chiu, Councillor (Ward 8) City of Markham. “There is not a service more essential to our community than healthcare. And I’m proud to share this recognition with my fellow committee members and all the sponsors, volunteers and participants - without whose support and generosity the success of this tournament would not be possible.” Councillor Alex Chiu has been hosting his golf tournament for fourteen years. Proceeds raised benefit many charitable organizations, both local and international. Markham Stouffville Hospital is a long-standing beneficiary of this annual tournament. “Thanks to community events like the Alex Chiu Golf Tournament, organized in support of Markham Stouffville Hospital, our Expansion Campaign has been an amazing journey so far,” says Suzette Strong, CEO, Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation. “The opening of our new building, the soon-to-be completed renewal of our original building and the achievement of incredible fundraising success – none of this would have been possible without this contribution from the Alex Chiu Golf Tournament.” Opened in March 2013, Markham Stouffville Hospital’s new Emergency Department is three times its original size. With its bigger, better-designed waiting areas, dedicated triage area for ambulance-transported patients, satellite x-ray and ultrasound suites, and its many additional and more private exam rooms, the new space has been designed to handle the growing number of patients it serves. This donation will help ensure
Photo Caption: The Alex Chiu Golf Tournament Committee unveils the signage for a Patient Exam Suite dedicated in its name, in recognition of a $250,000 gift to Markham Stouffville Hospital’s expansion. Left to Right: Tessie Ting, Sue Bautista, Cherrie-Marie Chiu, Christopher Chiu, Alicia Chiu, Alex Chiu, Ernie Ting, Phil Bautista that Markham Stouffville Hospital continues to provide first-class emergency medical care to the thousands of patients who walk through its doors each year. About Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation exists to provide financial support as the hospital fulfills its mandate of providing compassionate, patientcentred care. Building a hospital is a partnership between the hospital, government and the community – each playing a significant role. All medical equipment is funded through donations from the community. Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation is raising $50 million to support the expansion of the hospital as it continues to provide excellent quality care to the community. For more information on how to give, please visit www.mshf.on.ca
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