Stewardship Supporting the ministries of Citizens, Princeton, Shelby and Walker Baptist Medical Centers
SUMMER 2009
Combining Fun With Philanthropy
Investing in the Future Serving Beyond Hospital Walls
golf, guns & galas
Stewardship a letter from
Jim Emack, Jr. & Mark Belcher In this summer issue of Stewardship magazine, our cover story features several major Foundation events that support the health care ministry of Baptist Health System hospitals. Events such as our annual Charity Clay Shoot, the Princeton Gala and similar fund-raisers provide opportunities for fun and fellowship as well as financial funding. Your participation in events such as these offers an opportunity to see the impact of your support and get to know those who carry on the day-to-day faith-based mission at Baptist Health System’s hospitals. During today’s difficult economic times, your continued support is more important than ever, but we at the Foundation recognize that this is a time when many need to watch their finances more closely. For many people, charitable gift annuities can be the answer. An article on planned giving on page 12 offers a strategy to make the most of your contributions while helping safeguard your financial future. The Foundation Spotlight (pages 14-16) highlights recent events that have helped our hospitals meet the needs of our patients and our communities. Exciting things are happening every day at BHS. Our Hospital Spotlights (pages 2-5) feature a few examples: Citizens Baptist offers a Sleep Lab for people with sleeping disorders; Princeton Baptist has increased the number of bariatric surgical specialists on staff and expanded the services of its weight loss surgery program; the new Advanced Wound Care Center at Shelby Baptist offers hyperbaric oxygen therapy in addition to other advanced wound care treatments.; and several new physician specialists have joined the staff at Walker Baptist, including a urologist who offers innovative new treatments and surgical approaches for area residents. Philanthropy takes many forms in providing comprehensive patient care and community service, along with continuing growth to remain at the forefront of today’s medicine. Yet whatever its form, it can’t—it won’t—take place without your help. Thank you for your continued prayers and gifts to support our hospitals.
Sincerely
Jim H. Emack, Jr.
Mark D. Belcher
Chairman, Board of Directors
Chief Development Officer
Baptist Health Foundation
Baptist Health Foundation
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Published by Baptist Health Foundation, Inc. a 501(c)(3) organization P.O. Box 830605 Birmingham, AL 35283-0605 205-715-5339 or 877-474-4243 www.bhsala.com/Foundation
Baptist Health Foundation Board of Directors Jim Emack, Jr. Thomas A. Gaskin, III, M.D. Chairman Vice Chairman Joseph L. Bynum Secretary
Lee Cooper Dr. James Moebes Mark Crosswhite Bill Morton Jack M. Dabbs, M.D. James Rainer, Jr. Bill Daniel Carolyn Reed Gene Davenport Scott Reed Joseph Downs III Kenneth Simon Tom Jernigan, Jr. Lee Smith John Kirby Bill Stone Sandy Logan Larry Striplin Lloyd Wilson Chief Development Officer, baptist health foundation Mark Belcher DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Jennifer Philpot Chairman, BHS Board of Trustees F. Wayne Pate President & Chief Executive officer, Baptist Health system Shane Spees Vice President, Communications & Government Relations Ross Mitchell Director, Public Relations Kaye Sutley Editorial Board Steve Gautney (President, Citizens Baptist) Keith Parrott (President, Princeton Baptist) Bob Phillips (Administrator, Walker Baptist) David Wilson (President, Shelby Baptist) art director Amy R. Bickell Bickell Design editorial contributors Cary Estes, Susan P. Moore Photography Robert Farley Contributors Kelly Arnette (System Office) Jennifer Dodd (Princeton Baptist) April Holcomb (Shelby Baptist) Renae McKinney (Walker Baptist) Roxiann Ramsey (Citizens Baptist) Baptist Health Foundation Stewardship is published for friends of the hospitals of Baptist Health System. This publication is not intended to replace professional medical advice or service. Personal health problems should be discussed with your physician or other appropriate health professional. Please send address changes to: Baptist Health Foundation P.O. Box 830605 Birmingham, AL 35283-0605 HOSPITALS OF BAPTIST HEALTH SYSTEM Citizens Baptist Medical Center (Talladega, AL) Princeton Baptist Medical Center (Birmingham, AL) Shelby Baptist Medical Center (Alabaster, AL) Walker Baptist Medical Center (Jasper, AL)
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BHS Hospitals Spotlight............. Citizens: Worthy Winks Princeton: Journey Begins With Life-Changing Surgery Shelby: Hope & Healing at Shelby Walker: Award-winning Walker
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Interview with Mark Belcher.…..... His New Role and The Foundation’s Future Cover Story…….......................... Golf, Guns & Galas: Combining Fun with Philanthropy
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Donor Spotlight.....................…. . Investing in the Future
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Foundation Spotlight.................. . Scholarships for Princeton Achievers God’s Witnesses Share Common Goal Shelby Golf Tournament Helps Babies at Risk Golf Tournament to Support Princeton Heart Program Gift Helps Shelby’s Smallest Patients Running to Save Lives
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Donor Tribute..................…...... . Gifts Received January 1-May 31, 2009
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System Spotlight............…...... . Beyond Our Walls
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8 on the cover: Plans are well underway for the 2009 Alabama Charity Clays event set for October 22-23. Pictured are: Foundation Board Member Gene Davenport (left), who is also serving on the event’s Planning Committee, and Princeton Baptist President, Keith Parrott. (see page 11)
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sleep.” Sleep disorders are not confined to the old
A Good Night’s Sleep Starts at Citizens BMC
or young. “Parkinson’s or dementia can cause
Statistics reveal the story— more
asleep or staying asleep—plagues one in three
sleeper tries to run or punch the wall or their
than 200,000 vehicle accidents annually are
Americans. With narcolepsy, patients experi-
spouse. In young people, we see sleep terrors,
sleep-related. Still not convinced of the value
ence uncontrollable sleep attacks sometimes
nightmares or sleepwalking,” said Dr. Rahim.
of a good night’s sleep? Remember the Exxon
accompanied by paralysis or vivid dreams.”
Valdez? Three Mile Island? “Both accidents were found to be sleep-
Serving the Needs of the Community
may worsen over time with the lack of good
Over time, sleep deprivation affects an
behavioral disturbances during sleep—the
Princeton Puts Patients on the Road to Healthier Lives. . .
Journey Begins With Life-Changing Surgery
the amusement park or ballgames with my son,” she said. “I didn’t want to embarrass him or have him hear people say that his mother was fat… I tried every diet; I’d lose 20 pounds and gain 30. I came to the point where I was miserable, not just physically, but emotionally.” Today, her experience benefits patients at Princeton’s Bariatric Surgery Center, “I believe
Better sleep may improve other health issues.
my personal experience in having bariatric
Better rest and less fatigue can mean more ex-
surgery is a great asset to my patients…. I was
individual’s performance, ability to concentrate,
ercise that helps lower blood pressure, control
where a lot of them are, but I also know where
related,” said David Howard, RRT-NPS, the
motor skills, mood and memory. Even illnesses
diabetes—it all works together,” Howard said.
they are going. It’s an honor to be part of such
director of respiratory care who helped develop
may become more frequent.
sleep services at Citizens Baptist Medical Center. Howard offers more evidence: A recent
The experienced staff at Citizens provides
Estimates by the U.S. Department of
sleep studies for adolescents and adults as
an awesome journey with them.” “It is a journey,” said Dr. John L. Mathews,
Labor for the annual costs of sleep deprivation—
the starting point for sleep-related problems.
Princeton’s director of bariatric surgery, who
study attributed 38,000 cardiovascular deaths to
from lost productivity, absenteeism, illness, and
“The study allows us to see what occurs during
along with two other board certified surgeons
sleep apnea. “With those numbers, it’s important
injury—approach $18 billion.
sleep,” explained Dr. Rahim. “The patient is
Dr. DeWitt and Dr. R. Jay Smith, compose the
video-monitored while other devices reveal
hospital’s team of bariatric surgeons. “The bar-
electrical patterns of the brain and muscles.”
iatric surgery procedure is a watershed. Once
to provide sleep services here. Area residents
“Sleep disorders may be accompanied by
shouldn’t be put at risk to seek care. We want
other problems—obesity, diabetes, depression,
them to know that close to home is good medi-
restless leg syndrome or chronic obstructive
“We have the latest diagnostic sleep
cine, and it’s right here at Citizens Baptist.”
pulmonary disease,” said Dr. Fazal Rahim, a
technology available,” said Howard. “Talladega
prepared and is compliant, then a number of
board certified neurologist with Citizens Sleep
residents can count on access to the most
wonderful things happen in their lives. They
Services. “Some chronic problems such as
advanced system.”
gain control…of their sleep, of food. I can’t tell
Sleep apnea along with narcolepsy and insomnia are the primary focus for Citizens Sleep Services. Sleep apnea, in which sufferers
it’s done, and if a patient has been properly
Overnight studies are performed in comfort-
you what a delight it is as a surgeon to change
repeatedly stop breathing, is the most common
able, hotel-like accommodations that offer full-
the lives of these people. One patient lost 400
of the 84 different sleep disorders. “While it is
sized beds and flat screen TVs in a safe, pleasant
pounds and is down to 160. Now he not only
life-threatening, it does respond well to treat-
setting. Each room is handicapped-accessible
participates in 10K runs, he wins them!”
ment,” he said. “Insomnia – difficulty in falling
with a private bath. “That’s especially convenient
Not all patients become long distance run-
(left to right) Stephanie
for those who have the study and leave directly
Dutton, Dr. John Mathews
for work the next morning,” said Howard.
and Kathy Livingston.
Treatment depends on study results.
eating is essential after surgery. That commitment as well as the various types of weight loss procedures are shared in free educational semi-
explained Dr. Rahim, treatment could include
nars presented regularly at Princeton Baptist.
education on better sleep habits (reducing
“It’s made a difference in our family life,”
caffeine, changing sleep position, etc.), use of
Tying shoelaces, sitting in an airplane seat
breathing devices (such as CPAP or BiPAP), use
or playing board games on the floor with the kids
of medications or a variety of other avenues—
may not seem very challenging. Yet, for individuals
Princeton bariatric surgeon Dr. Andrew DeWitt.
together as a family.” Recently she asked her
“whichever is in the best interest of the patient.”
who are seriously overweight, each activity can
“It’s also life-threatening and puts obese indi-
husband, “Do you like me better now?” His
be a struggle.
viduals at greater risk of developing numerous
response, she said: “I like you better now, not
health problems such as cardiovascular disease,
because of how you look, but because you like yourself better.”
“Good sleep is critical to our well-being,”
From their own personal experience with
again in a heartbeat,” she said. “Obesity is a serious health epidemic,” said
a big test the next morning, the right answer
such difficulties and subsequent weight loss
diabetes, stroke, gallbladder disease, certain
could be a sleep study at Citizens Baptist.
surgeries, Kathy Livingston and Stefanie Dutton
cancers and respiratory problems.”
To support the health ministry of Citizens Baptist Medical Center in providing state-of-theart services for area residents, call the Baptist
at Princeton Baptist Medical Center help patients who battle obesity. “From our own perspective, we know how
Obesity produces not only negative effects on a person’s health, but also may restrict their lifestyle. Stefanie Dutton, clinical bariatric coor-
said Dutton, who has lost 120 pounds. “We all eat healthier; we’re more active and do more
Livingston and Dutton are continuing their journey – living happier, healthier and helping others along the way. Support the life-changing health ministry
it feels to be overweight...what it’s like before
dinator for the Center, dealt with high blood
at Baptist Health System hospitals with your
and after weight loss surgery,” said Livingston,
pressure, high cholesterol and pain in her back
contribution to the Baptist Health Foundation.
left: Dr. Fazal Rahim, a Citizens Baptist
a registered nurse and bariatric coordinator for
and joints. As a wife and mother of a young
Call toll-free 877-474-4243 or visit www.bhsala.
neurologist, helps patients find the answer
Princeton’s Bariatric Surgery Center. “We know
son, she experienced another kind of pain due
com/Foundation. For more information about
to their sleep problems.
it’s not magic, but a journey you begin after
to her lifelong struggle with weight.
bariatric surgery at Princeton or Shelby Baptist
Health Foundation at 1-877-474-4243.
surgery.” Five years after her surgery, “I’d do it
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ners, but a commitment to exercise and healthy
Working with the patient’s primary care physician,
said Dr. Rahim. Whether it’s a big meeting or
princeton BMC
worthy winks
heart disease, high blood pressure or seizures
“I often held back on going to things like
Medical Centers, call 1-877-222-7847.
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Serving the Needs of the Community
citizens BMC
hospitalsspotlight
hospitalsspotlight
Serving the Needs of the Community
shelby BMC
Dr. Robert Carraway (standing).
Walker
award-winning Building Quality That Changes Lives Patients Find Hope and Healing at Shelby’s Wound Care Clinic
Services for the third consecutive year by
and Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New
HealthGrades, a national leader in independent
York with additional oncology training at New
health care ratings. Earlier, Walker was named
York’s Memorial Sloane-Kettering Cancer Center,
Quality That Changes Lives is a motto
one of the nation’s top 100 acute care hospitals
a two-year clinical fellowship in neuro-urology
that helps guide Walker Baptist Medical Center.
by Total Benchmark Solution.
and erectile dysfunction and a one-year research
You’ll often see it on their web site, brochures and advertising.
“This recognition doesn’t happen by accident. It is the result of hard work by everyone.
of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
“It’s not just a catchy slogan for us at
Walker wants to continue to be in the excellent
Dr. Stone said, “I’ve seen tremendous
Walker Baptist,” said Administrator Bob Phillips.
category. And, sometimes, that means creating
advances in urology care over the past 20 years,
“It reflects our passion to offer this commu-
‘centers of excellence,’” said Phillips.
particularly in the treatment of cancer. Cryoabla-
nity outstanding service through centers of
high-tech healing
fellowship in erectile dysfunction at the Hospital
tion, a minimally invasive treatment for prostate
excellence in health care.” And, the success of
Beyond the Bricks and Mortar
cancer, has never been offered in this area be-
employees and physicians at Walker in doing
“Building centers of excellence requires more
fore. Now, we can offer cryoablation and other
just that continues to be recognized.
than bricks and mortar,” said Phillips. “It demands
sophisticated minimally invasive procedures to
an outstanding team. Over the last few months,
the residents of Walker County. These proce-
Ongoing Recognition for Excellence
we’ve added several highly skilled physicians to
dures can shorten hospital stays, reduce post-
In May, the hospital received two VHA Leader-
further enhance the services we offer.”
treatment pain and decrease recovery time.”
ship Awards for Clinical Excellence based on
Two board certified orthopedic surgeons,
Jasper resident Edward Davidson, who had
its outstanding clinical performance in treating
Dr. Jeffrey Cuomo and Dr. Eric Clark, joined the
cryoablation for prostate cancer recently, agreed.
heart attacks and for receiving positive ratings
hospital’s national award-winning orthopedic
“It was painless, no soreness; I was back to my
“When my doctor referred me to the
treat the wound, but determine the cause and
wounds such as diabetic ulcers, bone infections,
from patients. These awards follow 2008’s
team this summer. Board certified physicians
normal activities in three days. I’m cancer-free
Advanced Wound Care Clinic at Shelby Baptist
then treat that cause,” Pinkerton said. “And be-
gangrene, progressive infections, tissue
ranking of Walker Baptist among the Top Five
Dr. Ralph Lyerly, a gastroenterologist, and Dr.
now. I’m glad we have this kind of medicine at
Medical Center, I wasn’t dancing in the street,”
cause compromised blood flow is often a con-
damaged by radiation therapy, crush injuries –
Hospitals in Alabama for Overall Orthopedic
Rodrigo Valderrama, an endocrinologist, joined
our hospital right here at home.”
said Tim Allen.
tributing factor, Shelby’s strong cardiovascular
even spider bites.
He’d been treated not too successfully for non-healing wounds on his feet at three different
and surgical groups give strength to our program. “Another plus are Shelby’s outstanding
The wound care team rounds out with emergency medicine physician Dr. Everitt Sim-
wound care centers in Tennessee before mov-
radiologic services, including some of the latest
mons, experienced and specially trained reg-
ing to Alabama. The retired truck driver had lost
high-tech diagnostics available, which help us
istered nurses, a hyperbaric oxygen technician
both big toes, a third toe, lived with a chronic
treat patients more efficiently and effectively. We
and an office coordinator, said Pinkerton.
ulcer on the bottom of one foot, battled bone
specialize in healing the toughest wounds with
infections and continuing problems with wounds
advanced technology, such as bio-engineered
on both feet that just would not heal.
skin replacement tissue, surgical intervention,
Allen is one of 5.7 million patients who suffer with chronic wounds treated at a cost of about $20 billion annually. For many, such wounds can lead to infection, gangrene, even amputation. “Many of these problems are often associated
wound closure devices and hyperbaric oxygen therapy,” said Pinkerton.
Dr. Brian Stone, Walker Baptist urologist
“All bring vital services
Many of these new procedures offer hope for patients who previously had no options
to the community as we look
or, perhaps, only that of major surgery. These
to the future in delivering qual-
“effectively treat without causing unacceptable
ity patient care,” said Phillips.
morbidity and improve cure rates without causing a decline in quality of life,” Dr. Stone said. Excellence in all aspects of urology is his
Baptist, and he now drives from Orrville to the
A Urology Center of Excellence
standard. I’m committed to staying up-to-date
Alabaster hospital five days a week for treatments.
It was the opportunity to de-
on the latest strategies for my patients’ benefit.”
“It’s a two-hour drive each way. That’s quite a
velop a center of excellence
At Walker that means the latest in urology
commitment,” said the 58-year-old Allen. “But it’s
for urology that brought New
care, such as urodynamics, similar to an EKG
“Hyperbaric oxygen therapy can be an
a commitment I’m willing to make. From my first
York-trained urologist Dr.
of the bladder; tibial nerve stimulation, similar to
important component in the process of healing,”
day here, no one could have made me feel any
Brian Stone to Walker Baptist
acupuncture for patients with incontinence who
said Dr. Carraway, who has 27 years experience
more welcome or show more genuine concern.”
earlier this year.
don’t respond to medication; or transurethral
with peripheral vascular disease and diabetes
in wound care. “In some wounds, microcircula-
and are on the increase,” said Ron Pinkerton, R.N., the Clinic’s program director. “A thorough examination, history and testing
Allen’s care began in January at Shelby
the staff late in 2008.
“When I first came here, I was discour-
The Birmingham native
microwave therapy to treat men with enlarged
tion is deficient. As a result, the steps of the
aged, but I’ve been blessed. If I could set up
attended Rutgers University,
prostates who don’t respond to medications;
healing process slow without needed oxygen to
wound care clinics across the U.S., every one
Morehouse School of Medi-
and brachytherapy (radioactive seed implanta-
encourage blood vessel growth in the wounded
would be a mirror image of this one!”
cine in Atlanta and then the
tion) for prostate cancer.
allow us to identify why the healing process is de-
area. The cumulative benefits of 20 to 30
layed,” said Dr. Robert Carraway, medical director
treatments in the oxygen-rich atmosphere of
people living with painful, chronic wounds.
of the Shelby Wound Care Clinic. “Then we de-
a hyperbaric chamber promote blood vessel
But, one application of a bio-engineered skin
velop an individualized treatment plan to provide
growth, more oxygen and better healing.”
replacement may cost $1,400 and eight appli-
gist, his general surgical and
System’s hospitals, contact the Baptist Health
cations may be needed. Learn how to help; call
urology training was done at
Foundation; call 1-877-474-4243 or email Foun-
the Foundation at 1-877-474-4243.
Montefiore Medical Center
dation@bhsala.com.
specialized care that is best for each patient.” “We take a big picture approach — not just
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Shelby’s Wound Care Clinic houses two hyperbaric oxygen chambers used to treat
The Wound Care Clinic brings hope to
UAB School of Medicine for his medical degree. A board certified urolo-
It’s truly the kind of medicine that changes lives. To support the work of Baptist Health
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Serving the Needs of the Community
treatment, Tim Allen is encouraged by
walker BMC
Prior to a hyperbaric oxygen therapy
interview
Mark D.
Belcher talks about his new role and the Foundation’s future In April, Mark Belcher was named chief development officer (CDO) for the Baptist Health Foundation. No newcomer to fund raising or to the Foundation, Mark’s years of experience are already serving the Foundation well. His work allows him to combine two of his passions—religion and medicine. Mark, who earned degrees in religion and zoology at Auburn University, entered pre-med, but changed his plans when an opportunity to work in fund raising for the Auburn Alumni Association came up. He soon discovered this was his calling. Later Mark worked with the Dean of Medicine
There is a real altruistic experience that pervades Baptist Health System, and fund raising is a natural extension of that mindset and mission.
at UAB as senior director of development; then he joined faith-based Reinhardt College as vice president of alumni and development. There he found he could blend fund raising and his degree in religion. Now at the Baptist Health Foundation, his work allows him to incorporate all three interests— fund raising, religion and medicine. This Q & A provides a snapshot of Mark’s first few months as CDO, his views and his plans for the future.
Q A
During your time with the Foundation, what has impressed you most as being the strengths of the organization?
Certainly the Foundation has an incredible history. It’s one of the oldest hospital foundations in the country. But, I believe one of its greatest strengths is the faith-based mentality and dedication to what I have always believed medicine was supposed to be about—helping people. You can see this commitment to helping others, not only in the patient care
In just the past few years— since 2000—we distributed more than $27.5 million to help people in need…
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I’ve been very impressed with our Board. Foundation Board member Carolyn Reed, whose family has a long history with our System and the Foundation, assembled an incredible group of leaders from the communities our hospitals serve. Some had history with BHS, others did
provided at our hospitals and clinics, but also
not. But they have brought amazing talent to
in the communities our hospitals serve and to
our System. They’ve been very involved in our
our fellow staff members.
events, helping with our finances and, even
Q
What have you seen from the Foundation and the Baptist Health System Board and leadership in terms of their dedication to the Foundation’s mission?
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more importantly, refocusing the entire Foundation. Another area that stands out is the
Q A
How have current economic challenges affected the Foundation and its ability to fulfill its mission?
Without a doubt, these are challenging times. But we are fortunate to have a long history of faithful donors. We want to make sure our donors know how much their gifts are appreciated and needed. We also want to be sure they know how their gifts are being used and the
dedication and generosity of the physicians on
good works their gifts have made possible. This
our medical staffs. Their leadership and com-
magazine is one of the avenues we will use to
mitment is vital to the continued growth and
communicate these accomplishments.
success of our hospitals and this Foundation.
We ended this fiscal year (June 30, 2009)
with the largest sum ever contributed in a
the Foundation is running as efficiently as pos-
past few years—since 2000—we distributed
single year to the Baptist Health Foundation—
sible. We also want to align our fund-raising
more than $27.5 million to help people in
thanks largely to a number of our long-time
efforts strategically with the System’s priorities.
need, especially the sick and injured. Last year
and dedicated friends and the hard work of our
We have developed a very detailed strate-
alone, gifts to the Foundation totaled almost
Foundation Board. Certainly our investments
gic plan that coincides with the System’s goals.
$2.5 million. The list of needs is long, but the
have been a challenge, but from sheer dollars
Two of our key efforts will be to raise funds
generosity of our donors is great. That’s the
coming in, this will be the Foundation’s best
for Princeton Baptist’s $75 million expansion
most significant message. That’s what I would
year ever. That translates into more funds the
and renovation project and the renovation of
like people to know – plus the fact that our
Foundation has to invest back into our hospi-
the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Shelby
hospitals are not-for-profit. That’s something
tals and communities.
Baptist. These projects will be the focus of our
that often gets lost. Baptist Health System is
work over the next two to three years. But we’ll
not-for-profit. There is no board of directors we
economy improves, we’ll continue our efforts
also continue working with donors on key
pay to be involved with us. We don’t answer to
to expand our donor base to grow the mission
programs and projects at Walker and Citizens
shareholders – we answer to patients and to
of Baptist Health System.
Baptist Medical Centers.
what we believe is a higher power.
Over the next few years and as the
Q A
What are the Foundation’s goals for this year and beyond?
The new look of the Foundation will be very centralized. We’re making this change in response, primarily, to the economy and the health of our System. We want to make sure
Q A
What would you like for people to know about the Baptist Health Foundation that is not common knowledge?
As I said before, our mission goes far beyond mere words. Our patients build a relationship with us. They believe in the care, the compassion and the expertise at BHS hospitals. That’s something you don’t see everywhere. It’s very special. And, it’s why I do what I do. You can also be a part of the BHS mission.
Most people do not realize the significant im-
Call the Foundation at 1-877-474-4243, or email
pact that Baptist Health Foundation has made
Foundation@bhsala.com.
in the lives of thousands of people. In just the Summer 2009 7
coverstory
Among those working on the Alabama Charity Clays planning committee are: (left to right) Shad Wilks, Mark Belcher, Jim Emack, Betsy Postlethwait, Gene Davenport and Keith Parrott.
Combining Fun With Philanthropy
golf, guns & galas By : Cary Estes
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Fall/Winter 08-09 9
coverstory
Golf
The newest Foundation event is the Alabama Charity
The Shelby NICU also benefited over the past two
Clays, which made its debut last year and will return
years from a charity golf tournament that raised a total
this year on Oct. 22-23. The idea for the event was sug-
of nearly $60,000—thanks in part to the generosity of
gested by Alagasco CEO Dudley Reynolds who is not a
such sponsors as Robins & Morton; Maynard, Cooper
The inaugural Alabama Charity Clays shooting event raised nearly
golfer but enjoys the shooting sports.
& Gale; HealthSpring; Johnson Development; and TRO
$100,000 last fall for improvements to Shelby Baptist’s neonatal in-
Jung-Brannen.
tensive care unit. Emack is looking forward to an even more success-
It appears quite a few people share Reynolds’ opinion. Last year’s Charity Clays event raised nearly
the Princeton Heart Institute’s annual golf tourna-
and other equipment for the Neonatal Intensive Care
ment. Princeton Baptist President Keith Parrott said
The 2009 Charity Clays event is scheduled for Oct. 22-23 at Selwood
Unit (NICU) at Shelby Baptist.
the event raises approximately $20,000 each year with
Farm in Alpine, Ala., located approximately 45 miles southeast of
the help of key sponsors like Brasfield & Gorrie and
Birmingham.
Adams & Reese; Beretta; AT&T; BBVA Compass; Blue
Maynard, Cooper & Gale. Funds from the most recent
Cross and Blue Shield; Brasfield & Gorrie; Med Assets;
tournament were used to purchase NOGA Cardiac
Regions; Saginaw Pipe; and many others.
Navigation 3-D imaging equipment.
“Thanks to those who supported our event,
s
ful outing this year.
$100,000, which was used to purchase beds, monitors
Sponsors in 2008 included Alabama Power;
“This 3-D imaging equipment allows Dr. Farrell
“We had a great turnout last year. It was very well received,” Emack said. “The event takes place in a beautiful part of the state, and it’s a relaxed atmosphere. Everyone seemed to really enjoy doing something a little different.”
we have new equipment to care for our NICU babies
Mendelsohn – a Princeton cardiologist and nationally-
at Shelby,” said BHF Chief Development Officer Mark
respected researcher – to search for new ways to treat
Proceeds from this year’s Alabama Charity Clays will be used to
Belcher. “You realize just how critical this equipment
heart disease. But, there’s very little reimbursement for
enhance MRI services at Princeton Baptist. An upgrade to the current
is when you consider Shelby’s is the only NICU
advancements like this. It’s an area where our donors
GE 3 Tesla MRI will allow for more advanced diagnostic software and
between Birmingham and Montgomery. It’s impera-
can make a tremendous impact,” Parrott said.
high-definition images. This upgrade is especially helpful in the early
tive that this special care is available when and where it’s needed.” Rachelle Ream, nurse manager of Shelby’s NICU, Shelby Baptist’s new NICU beds help nurses care for tiny patients.
Princeton Baptist has its own ace-in-the-hole with
Baptist Health Foundation Board Chairman Jim Emack believes they’ve hit the bull’s-eye with the Foundation’s newest fund-raising event.
“Thanks to the success of past events, we have been able to purchase special tables for our non-invasive cardiology area. The tables’ unique design provides
detection of breast cancer. According to estimates from the National Cancer Institute, nearly 200,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2009 and more than 40,000 will die from the disease; early
is particularly pleased with the two high-tech baby
greater comfort for patients and optimizes the environ-
beds that were purchased with the help of the charity
ment for physicians to perform procedures. Again,
funds. According to Ream, the beds were critically
reimbursement is not available, but we firmly believe
The two-day Alabama Charity Clay Shoot begins Thursday, Oct. 22
needed to provide the best care for premature babies,
this is the best option for our patients.”
with an Annie Oakley Shoot for women only—an aspect of the event
detection is crucial for successful treatment.
that proved to be extremely popular last year.
some born as early as 23 weeks. “These beds mean so much to us,” Ream said, “They not only help us keep these babies alive; they
Supporters of the Baptist Health Foundation demonstrated
Galas
help us give them a better quality of life. The sophis-
One of the most popular charity events at Baptist is the
in recent months that playing golf can improve health—as can the sport
ticated features of these beds help nurses, too. Most
Princeton Gala. Sponsored by the Friends of Princeton,
of the equipment needed to care for the babies is on
the Gala has grown each year and attracted new sup-
the bed itself. We don’t waste precious time retrieving
porters for the hospital. The sixth annual Gala was held
something we need or rolling in a lot of bulky equip-
in February at the Barber Motorsports Museum and
The evening will include cooking demonstrations by Scott Leysath,
ment that takes up vital space and makes access dif-
drew a record attendance.
better known as The Sporting Chef. Leysath, a
can be good for the heart. Golf, guns and galas. Each of these portray charity events the
Foundation has held during the past year. And, each event presented opportunities for people to come together and enjoy themselves while But, most importantly, these events raised funds that enabled our
hospitals to purchase vital equipment for the benefit of our patients.
Board Chairman Jim Emack. “Plus, they serve two purposes—they raise money for specific hospital programs, and they raise awareness of our hospitals’ high-tech services and compassionate care.”
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just a touch of a button. These high-tech units provide
renovate and update patient spaces in the hospital’s
humidity to these tiny babies who are born with paper-
post-partum area and the oncology unit. Proceeds from
thin skin; they help control the babies’ electrolytes and
the 2009 Gala will be used to support heart and vascu-
provide a quiet, warm environment to help them grow
lar services at Princeton. (The next Gala will be February
and develop. We can even care for them through port
6, 2010 at Barber Motorsports Museum.)
holes in the units to avoid disturbing their fragile bodies.
“There is an aspect of our charity events that
ries. Participants also will be able to purchase an opportunity to win a Beretta shotgun and a hunting trip to Five-Star Resort.
leading authority on the proper way to prepare fish and game, has made numerous appearances on outdoor television shows and radio programs nationwide and is the author of two wild-game recipe cookbooks. Four levels of sponsorship
generates interest, excitement and awareness of what
opportunities are available for this
County, we are seeing a significant increase in the num-
we’re doing and the advancements that are being made
year’s Alabama Charity Clays.
ber of babies born at Shelby Baptist. And when a baby
at our hospitals,” said Emack. “We want our donors to
For more information, please call
is premature, it’s a very emotional time for the family.
know where and how their gifts are being used and,
205-715-5339 or visit
Anything we can do to take better care of these babies
most importantly, how those gifts are benefitting our
www.alabamacharityclays.org.
helps them, too.”
patients.”
“It’s no surprise that in a growing area like Shelby
A CHA M R BA
H ST
while having fun with a group that shares my interests,” said Foundation
than $750,000. Funds from recent events were used to
site that will include the latest in hunting apparel, guns and accesso-
BAPTI
“Fund-raisers like these allow financial support and participation
“The top of the units rise on and off the beds with
Since it’s inception, the Gala has raised more
Brook the evening of Oct. 22. Beretta will have a special display on-
EA LTH
CLAYS ITY
supporting Baptist Health System hospitals.
ficult. It’s all built in.
A Sportsman’s Social will be held at Park Lane restaurant in Mountain
AL A
of clay shooting. Even dressing up and attending an elaborate gathering
BHF targets MRI upgrades
Guns
F O U N DA T I O N Summer 09 11
donorspotlight
t
Today’s economy presents a challenge
is based on the donor’s age at the time of the gift
for even the savviest investor. Everyone is seeking a
and whether it is a single donor or a couple. Married
safe, sound way to protect their financial future.
couples often prefer CGAs because the income can
For supporters of the Baptist Health Foundation,
one potential solution is a charitable gift annuity (CGA). This form of giving guarantees the donor a fixed-
continue even after one spouse passes away. Charitable gift annuities have become increasingly popular in recent years, Smith explained, especially as
rate revenue stream that is more stable than the stock
the interest rates on CDs dropped to as low as one per-
market and offers a higher yield than a certificate of
cent. Most CGAs, meanwhile, continue to have interest
deposit (CD). Simultaneously, it provides much-needed
payouts in the five to seven percent range.
funds for the Foundation that might not otherwise be immediately available. “A charitable gift annuity really is a win-win
situation,” said Ron Smith, senior vice president with
“Many retirees live on the interest from CDs, but in the current market, they are not earning what they did five years ago,” Smith said. “Their income is reduced because the interest rate is lower.
Charitable gift annuities provide an income for life and a way to help others.
investing in the future By : Cary Estes
Thompson & Associates, an estate-planning consultant
“With a charitable gift annuity, people can make
working with the Baptist Health Foundation in the
a gift to the Foundation, and we provide them an
area of planned giving. “It’s a way to make an estate gift
income they can depend on for life. It doesn’t matter if
now that will benefit the donor during his or her life,
the market goes up or down. The CGA doesn’t go away.
and that the Foundation can secure prior to the estate
And, even someone who might not be able to make an
being available.”
outright contribution can make a significant memorial
When the Foundation receives a CGA, it invests the contribution. Regular payments, which are guaran-
impact through their estate.” “Like all gifts, charitable gift annuities give Baptist
teed by the assets of the Foundation, are then made to
Health Foundation the financial resources needed to
the donor. After the donor passes away, the remaining
support the hospitals and programs of Baptist Health
funds are available for use by the Foundation.
System. Through such support, our hospitals can
“A CGA offers the security of an income stream
purchase new equipment, expand programs to help
you can depend on,” said Eric Jeffries, director of finance
more people, renovate facilities, fund health education
for the Foundation. “You don’t have to worry about the
scholarships and much more. It’s another opportunity
Dr. Dan Trotman, who was in
market going down, and at the same time, you’re help-
for donors. It’s another avenue for a grateful patient
practice with Dr. Humphries, and
ing others through the Baptist Health Foundation.”
or friend of Baptist Health Foundation to support the
Kay Donnellan, who handled his
Another advantage of a CGA is that it can be de-
financial affairs at Sterne Agee,
ducted from the donor’s income taxes for the year the
speak with respect and great
gift is made, plus a portion of the ensuing payments the
affection for the physician whose
donor receives is tax free.
friendship blessed their lives. 12 Stewardship
The amount of the payments the donor receives
mission of our hospitals and our System to ‘answer the call’ of those in need.” For more information on charitable gift annuities through the Baptist Health Foundation, call 1-877-4744243 or email Foundation@bhsala.com. Fall/Winter 08-09 13
scholarships awarded to Princeton Achievers
foundationspotlight
Dr. Gary Fisher (left) and Pat Ray at Huffman Baptist Church
Medical Center honored 58 teens
Shelby golf tournament helps babies at risk
who have qualified to receive a college
This past April, the second annual Shelby Baptist Golf
In June, Princeton Baptist
scholarship through the Princeton Achievers
Tournament raised more than $33,000 to benefit the hos-
program. The program was developed to in-
pital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Ballantrae Golf
troduce high school students to the diversity
Course was the site of the tournament, which drew nearly
of careers in the health care industry. Led by
100 golfers. Proceeds will help fund the NICU renovation
Princeton staff members who volunteer their
project expected to begin next year.
time, Achievers are able to explore firsthand
“This tournament means more to the babies of
various aspects of health care – from nursing
Shelby County than to the golfers,” said Jennifer Philpot,
to accounting; at the bedside or in an office.
Pictured at the golf tournament (left to right) : David Wilson, president, Shelby Baptist; Jim Johnson, president, Johnson Development; Shane Spees, president and CEO, Baptist Health System; and Joe Bynum, managing principal, TRO Jung|Brannen.
the Foundation’s director of major gifts. “Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, especially our key sponsor, Robins & Morton, we are already purchasing new equipment for the NICU.“
To help continue their education, participants may be eligible to receive a $250 scholarship for each year’s participation in the Achievers program. According to Mary Jane Wesler, BHS director of decision
Golf Tournament to Support Princeton Heart Program
support and key organizer of the Achievers program, “This year, 58 students are eligible for scholarships. Two Achievers, Adam Bailey and Victor Harris, have participated for four years and are each eligible to receive $1,000 scholarships.
below: Pictured with Mary Jane Wesler (standing, back) are four of the Achievers eligible for scholarships (left to right) Katelyn Repke, Peter Moses, Adam Bailey and Jasmine Parmer.
God’s Witnesses share common goal Baptist Health Foundation has received a generous gift from the congregation of Huffman Baptist Church. The more than 1,500 members of the Birmingham church donated the funds to support pastoral care programs at Baptist Health System hospitals. “These were funds that
Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m.; a breakfast and putting contest will be held before the 10 a.m. shotgun start. Play will be a scramble format. A lunch will be provided at the turn for participants, and a buffet and awards ceremony will be held after completion of play. ENTRY FEE Individual: $750 (a portion is tax deductible) • Foursome: $3,000 (a portion is tax deductible)
out to its community and the world so that others might know the goodness and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ,” read its anniversary
our example. We were blessed by
remained after our Centennial Cel-
Pastor Tim’s leadership in so many
ebration last year,” said Pat Ray,
ways. This was one example.”
business administrator of the church.
“Baptist Health System and
message, “Celebrating 100 Years.” “We share common missions,” said Dr. Fisher. “The Mission of Baptist Health System is defined by
“Dr. Tim Lovett, our senior pastor
the churches of the Birmingham
its opening words: ‘As a witness to
at that time, brought the idea to
Baptist Association share common
the love of God, revealed through
give any or all remaining Centen-
goals,” said Dr. Gary Fisher, who is
Jesus Christ.’ That’s obviously the
nial funds to the Baptist Health
currently filling the pulpit
mission of the church as well. The
Foundation in recognition and
of the church that just last year
church does this in an evangelical
tribute to the 100 years of ministry
celebrated its 100th anniversary.
setting; Baptist Health System does
in and through Huffman Baptist
Dr. Fisher also serves as director
it in a medical one. Our goals are
Church. Our finance team enthusi-
of church and faith relations at
the same – to serve the struggling
astically supported and unanimously
Baptist Health System.
and suffering in our communities.”
approved the action. It was also
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The seventh annual Princeton Heart Institute Golf Tournament is scheduled for Monday, September 21, 2009 at Shoal Creek Golf Club. Chairmen of this year’s event are Princeton cardiologists Dr. Tom Cawthon and Dr. Martin Bailey. Proceeds of the tournament will be used to support cardiovascular programs and services at the hospital.
Like BHS, the church’s core
SPECIAL EVENTS Hole-in-one on the fifth hole • Longest drive on hole 18 • Closest to the pin on one par three hole Player packages (sold at the check-in table) include two mullingans, one power drive, putting contest and enters you in a drawing to be held at the end of the tournament TOURNAMENT PRIZES First Place – low team • Second Place – low team • Third Place – low team To make a reservation or for more information, please contact the Baptist Health Foundation office at 205-715-5339 by September 7, 2009. Thank you for your continued support of Princeton Baptist and Baptist Health System.
If you would like to help sup-
Dr. Lovett’s sincere hope to inspire
values have remained constant
port the health ministries of Baptist
other Baptist churches in the Bir-
since it was established in 1908.
Health System’s hospitals, learn how
mingham Baptist Association that
“From its beginning until the pres-
by calling the Foundation office at
have similar celebrations to follow
ent, Huffman Baptist has reached
1-877-474-4243.
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gift helps smallest patients
foundationspotlight
donortribute
Robins & Morton construction company continued its strong support of the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Shelby Baptist Medical Center
Bill Morton
recently with a $100,000 gift.
our donors
The donation was made to augment the money raised through last year’s Alabama Charity Clays event, which generated nearly $100,000 for the purchase of NICU equipment at Shelby Baptist. “Knowing we had raised that money, Bill Morton wanted to contribute even more,” said Mark Belcher, chief development officer of the Baptist Health Foundation. “This donation allowed us to buy twice the amount of equipment.” “With the current economic situation, Robins & Morton’s generosity is a special blessing for us,” said Rachelle Ream, NICU nurse manager at Shelby Baptist. Belcher agreed. “Robins & Morton has a strong relationship with Shelby Baptist,” Belcher said. “Bill has made a strong commitment, both personally and through the corporation, to continue to support these programs for mothers and babies.” For the past two years, Robins & Morton has been the primary sponsor of the Shelby Baptist Charity Golf Tournament, which raised nearly $60,000 for the NICU. The company also donated $100,000 last year toward the purchase of
Bill has made a strong commitment, both personally and through the corporation, to continue to support these programs for mothers and babies.
the Lifeblood of Baptist Health System
Baptist Health System has been blessed with numerous friends who believe in serving their community through philanthropy. We’re deeply grateful to the following people who made gifts January 1 through May 31, 2009. Thank you for helping ensure the hospitals and programs of Baptist Health System have the charitable and community resources needed to sustain our healing ministry and answer the call of those in need.
DONORS January 1, 2009-May 31, 2009
MARK BELCHER
a new baby transporter for the NICU at Princeton Baptist.
running attothesave lives Rumpshaker 5K “You gotta laugh when you say rumpshaker,” said Dr. Mark Parker, who helped organize the Rumpshaker 5K Run/Walk fund-raiser to address the serious issue of colon cancer. “People fear colon cancer, colonoscopies and cancer screenings, but we wanted everyone to have fun with this event. Our goal was also to raise awareness of the importance of colon cancer screenings.” The Rumpshaker 5K was organized by family and friends in memory of Lisa Martz, who was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer. During a determined four-year battle with cancer, the 48-year-old wife and grandmother displayed strength, courage and a strong Christian faith until her death in 2007.
In Memory Of
In Honor Of
$100,000 and above
Community Senior Life
Mr. and Mrs. Hall W. Thompson
Mrs. Margaret Ann Allan Mr. and Mrs. Mike (Kaye) Sutley
Dr. Paul Biggs
Compass Bank Compass Group
Thoracic, Cardiac & Vascular Surgery of Alabama, P
Jimmie Cole
Dr. Michael Crain
Dr. and Mrs. Merrill E. Compton, Jr.
Dr. and Mrs. William W. Uncapher
Dr. Randy G. Atkinson
Ms. Karen J. Knight Ms. Judy F. Long
Estate of Lucille Beeson Robins & Morton Group Shelby County Community Health Foundation
Corporate Realty Associates Inc.
Ms. Kelly M. Villarreal
Dr. and Mrs. Michael A. Drummond
Mr. and Mrs. David C. Wilson
Mrs. Gloria Ann G. Edwards Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Burns
Ms. Karen J. Knight
Dr. Jack Dabbs
Dr. Lonnie W. Funderburg Dr. and Mrs. Thomas A.
Mr. and Mrs. Mark D. Belcher
Gaskin, III
Ms. Karen J. Knight
Mr. Morris Greene
Dr. Andrew DeWitt
Mrs. Ethelyn Slaughter
Ms. Karen J. Knight
Dr. Russell N. Haynes
Dr. Elizabeth Ennis
Mr. and Mrs. Randall T. Comstock Dr. and Mrs. Arthur S. Ludwig, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. John T. McCarley, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. W. Courtenay C. Renneker, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Mark D. Belcher
Mr. L. R. Jordan
Mr. John Hargett
Mr. and Mrs. Mike (Kaye) Sutley
Ms. Brenda Martin
Dr. Scott Day
Dr. Thomas A. Gaskin, III Mr. and Mrs. Mark D. Belcher
Mr. and Mrs. Timo Happanen Dr. Randy Atkinson Dr. Randy Atkinson
Ms. Evelyn Hatton
Organizers, who also included Princeton Baptist Medical Center, three physician practice groups (Alabama Colon & Rectal Institute, Colon & Rectal
Ms. Angie R. Martin
Dr. Randy Atkinson
Ms. Mary Morrison
Ms. Joan Jones
Surgical Associates and Princeton Surgical Specialists) and Fleet Feet Sports, hoped for at least 250 runners at this inaugural annual event, Dr. Parker explained. Remarkably, 1,500 participants registered for the March event in Mountain Brook and proceeds approached nearly $50,000.
Princeton BMC Auxiliary
Dr. Randy Atkinson
Ms. Barbara H. Page
Mr. and Mrs. Dempsey McLemore
“Half of the proceeds will benefit Princeton’s GI Services and its patients,” said Dr. Parker, a board certified colon-rectal surgeon at Princeton Baptist. “This could help support free screenings, new equipment or programs to increase awareness. “Colon cancer is often a curable cancer, and the way to cure it is to catch it early with screenings,” he said. “Colonoscopy is recommended for those 50 and older or earlier if there are symptoms or a family history. It’s an easy test, an important test. It’s a life-saving test!”
Ms. Donna H. Walker
Mr. Marvin L. Prude
Dr. and Mrs. Mike McLemore
Cardiology, P.C.
Dr. Rees Oliver
Judge Jack Riley Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Burns
Mr. Wayne Pate
Mr. Danny Scoggins Dr. Randy G. Atkinson
Mr. Max Slaughter Mrs. Dotty Greene
Ms. Betty Thompson Princeton BMC Auxiliary
Mr. and Mrs. Mark D. Belcher Dr. Randy Atkinson
Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Quinley Dr. Randy Atkinson
Dr. David Tharpe Mr. and Mrs. Mike (Kaye) Sutley
$10,000 to $99,999
Excell Financial Services
$500 to $999
Dr. and Mrs. Robert N. Finchum
Dr. and Mrs. Matthew K. Abele
Golden & Associates
Dr. and Mrs. Matthew K. Abele
Mr. James J. Grammas
Mr. and Mrs. Matthew A. Aiken
Horizon Health Corporation
Alabama Colon & Rectal Institute
Ivey Mechanical Co., LLC
Mrs. Amy S. Allen
Johnson Development
Anonymous
Karl Storz Endoscopy - America, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Kerry D. Black
KLMK Group, LLC
Mr. and Mrs. Alan Bradford
Mrs. Jo T. Morris
Cade, Crenshaw & Associates, P.C.
MW/Davis Dumas Associates, Inc.
Care First Home Health & Hospice
Office Environments
Dr. and Mrs. Michael R. Crain
Dr. and Mrs. Robert I. Oliver
DeRoyal
Dr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Ozbirn, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. James Emack, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Keith Parrott
Drs. Charles and Kimberly Fagan
Dr. Ed and Mrs. Betsy Postlethwait
Dr. and Mrs. John P. Featheringill
$1,000 to $9,999
Princeton Radiology Day of Learning
Fravert Services, Inc.
Alabama Controls, Inc. Alacare Home Health & Hospice Alagasco Baptist Health System Mr. and Mrs. Mark D. Belcher Berchtold Corporation BHS Graduate Medical Education Birmingham Baptist Association Mr. Joseph L. Bynum Cardiology, P.C. Caretenders Church in McCalla Citizens BMC Auxiliary Mr. and Mrs. Stuart B. Collier
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Estate of Dr. Ingeborg M. Johnson
Alabama Hospital Association Anesthesiologists Associated, P.C. Estate of Dwight Beeson Birmingham Radiological Group, P.C. Brasfield & Gorrie, Inc. The Harold & Regina Simon Charitable Trust HRSA Mrs. Sandra and Mr. Don Logan Marathon Corporation Maynard, Cooper & Gale Princeton BMC Auxiliary TRO Jung | Brannen, Inc.
Princeton Surgical Specialist, PC
Gastroenterology Associates North-Central AL, PC
Mr. and Mrs. Pringle Ramsey
Great American Tent Inc.
Mrs. Carolyn B. Reed
Dr. and Mrs. Jack H. Hasson
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Reed
Mrs. Beverly C. Haymon
Rite Way Service, Inc.
Dr. Susan Hunt
Ron Smith Enterprises Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Gregory D. Johnston
Mr. and Mrs. Allen D. Rushton
Mrs. Terri M. Lamons
Dr. and Mrs. A. David Russakoff
Dr. and Mrs. James C. Lasker
Sherlock, Smith & Adams, Inc.
Ms. Donna R. Lawson
Simon-Williamson Clinic, P.C.
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis H. Locke
Dr. Vera Y. Soong
Dr. and Mrs. Harry E. Logue
St. Jude Medical
Ms. Kacy Mitchell
Mr. and Mrs. William Stone
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donortribute Ms. Stacey W. Black
Mr. James W. Corbett
Ms. Cynthia D. Fayet
Ms. Terri L. Humphries
Dr. Keddie Marsh-Dinham
Ms. Nancy J. Nixon
Mrs. Brea O. Rowan
Ms. Tracy L. Thomas
Princeton Neighborhood Mission Team
Mr. and Mrs. Danny O. Blackmon
Mr. David L. Cornelison
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Fenn
Mr. Earl F. Hutchinson
Ms. Michele G. Martin
Ms. Cynthia N. Nobles
Ms. Gloria D. Ruffin
Ms. Jennifer L. Thompson
Mr. Jason W. Blackstock
Mr. Brian E. Cornett
Dr. and Mrs. Gary Fisher
Ms. Sharon J. Hutchinson
I. J. Massie
Mr. David Noles
Mr. Anthony C. Ruffino
Ms. Tracey K. Thornton
Dr. and Mrs. Randall L. Real
Ms. Bobbie J. Blaylock
Ms. Donna J. Cottingham
Ms. Teresa C. Fitzhugh
Mrs. Debra A. Hyle
Mr. Walter G. Mathis
Ms. Charlotte Nuckols
Ms. Deborah B. Rutledge
Ms. Angela L. Tittle
Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Rushing
Ms. Susan A. Blumstein
Ms. Alice L. Cox
Mr. Robert Flowers
Mr. Daryl A. Isbell
Ms. Katrina J. Mathus
Ms. Emily L. Nunnally
Ms. Edith C. Ryder
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Todd
Mr. and Mrs. Leo A. Shaia
Mrs. Sarah T. Boone
Ms. Camilla R. Cox
Ms. Stephanie L. Fluker
Ms. Robin M. Ivy
Ms. Denise S. Mattox
Ms. Indra A. Oldham
Ms. Sara S. Sall
Mrs. Glenda W. Townsend
Mr. and Mrs. Lathrop W. Smith
Mrs. Susan Bowden
Ms. Elizabeth M. Crabtree
Mrs. Patricia M. Franklin
Ms. Erin E. Jackson
Ms. Dana J. McCarver
Ms. Ella D. O’Mary
Ms. Cynthia D. Sanders
Mr. Byron Trahan
Stephannie T. LLC
Ms. Edna M. Boyd
Mr. Trey Critteden
Ms. Megan M. Freeman
Ms. Martha C. Jackson
Ms. Tracy L. McClellan
Ms. Kaye Y. O’Neal
Ms. Linda B. Satterfield
Ms. Tamara K. Trevarthen
The Stewart Organization
Ms. Lorie F. Bradford
Mrs. Tonya L. Crittenden
Ms. Gloria R. Friend
Mr. and Mrs. Eric Jeffries
Mr. Daniel O. McClusky, III
Ms. Debra A. Overton
Ms. Bondra G. Scales
Mrs. Courtney A. Truett
Mr. Tim B. Townsend
Mr. and Mrs. Donald C. Bradford
Ms. Linda S. Culverhouse
Ms. Kristen M. Fuller
Ms. Margaret E. Jenkins
Ms. Deborah M. McCormack
Mrs. Claire S. Owens
Mr. Randall G. Schatzer
Dr. and Mrs. Bruce A. Tucker
Trust Building Services
Mrs. Shirley W. Brantley
Ms. Sabrina D. Cummings
Ms. Dorothy J. Gaiter
Ms. Melissa F. Jett
Ms. Sharron L. McCoy
Ms. Wilma L. Owens
Mrs. Donna Scoggins
Ms. Margaret N. Turner
Urology Centers of Alabama
Ms. Edna E. Brasher
Mr. Timothy K. Cumuze
Ms. Teressa T. Gamblin
Ms. Judy F. Johnston
Mr. Gary D. McCrary
Ms. Sherry F. Pair
Mr. Frank A. Scoggins
Mr. and Mrs. Allen Uffinger
Mr. Earl D. Virgin, Sr.
Ms. Brenda D. E. Brazzell
Mrs. Carolyn B. Curry
Ms. Lana D. Gatrey
Ms. Mary P. Jones
Mrs. Betty R. McCulley
Ms. Brenda Palmer
Ms. Jacqueline D. Scott
Ms. Teresa C. Varden
Walker BMC Festival of Trees
Ms. Susan C. Bria
Mr. Landon C. Curry
Mr. Leonard M. Gavin, Jr.
Mr. Olin C. Jones, III
Ms. Sheliah A. McCulley
Ms. Cynthia M. Palmer
Ms. Kathy P. Scott
Ms. Joette Varner
Ms. Mary Jane C. Wesler
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Mr. Anthony C. D’ambrose
Mr. Marcus A. Gilbert
Ms. Bobbie V. Jordan
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Mr. Daniel H. Gillis, III
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Ms. Gloria K. Parvin
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Ms. Charity S. Vergara
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Mr. Stephen P. Brooks
Ms. Terria L. Daniel
Mr. David A. Glass
Ms. Toni L. Jorenby
Mr. Earnest R. McKee
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Ms. Virginia A. Walden
Mr. and Mrs. James H. Yarbrough
Ms. Leah C. Brown
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Ms. Linda H. Glaze
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Mr. and Mrs. Mark H. McKinney
Dr. and Mrs. Ron Pate
Ms. Skye N. Setters
Ms. Margaret A. Waldrop
Ms. Jessica A. Bruner
Ms. Charlotte D. Dansby
Mr. and Mrs. Donald R. Goetz
Ms. Jacqueline D. Kelley
Ms. Sharon S. McKinnon
Mr. Christopher Patterson
Ms. Nancy A. Shaar
Ms. Carol F. Walker
Ms. Kelly B. Bunn
Ms. Jolie P. Darty
Ms. Alice S. Goggans
Mr. Adam W. Key
Dr. and Mrs. Mike McLemore
Ms. Heather T. Patterson
Ms. Dianne W. Shelton
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Mr. Geoffrey W. Burch
Ms. Marsha K. Daugherty
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Ms. Barbara J. Key
Ms. Donilda S. McMahan
Ms. Anita E. Patton
Mr. Thomas H. Sherer
Ms. Donna J. Walker
Ms. Laura Burcham-King
Mrs. Paula D. Davenport
Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Grasso
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Mrs. Micha M. McMeans
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Ms. Cynthia P. Sheridan
Ms. Vickie L. Walker
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Ms. Donna Davis
Ms. Ruth E. Gray
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Ms. Martha N. McMinn
Ms. Rita K. Payne
Mr. Doyle F. Shockley
Ms. Lorene T. Waller
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Ms. Bonnie M. Green
Ms. Jennifer D. Kimbrell
Ms. Elizabeth J. McMurry
Mr. Benjamin B. Peete
Ms. Sandra L. Short
Ms. Michele A. Waller
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Ms. Marcia Davis
Ms. Donna M. Green
Ms. Mary R. Klinner
Ms. Gloria McNeal
Dr. and Mrs. John C. Pegues
Ms. Nova K. Sigler
Ms. Elizabeth C. Walters
Ms. Gwendolyn F. Burks
Ms. Pauline Davis
Ms. Anna M. Klumpp
Ms. Roni M. McPhearson
Ms. Denise J. Perley
Mrs. Kellie J. Simmons
Mr. Kenneth S. Wamer
Ms. Glenda Burnett
Mr. Shane R. Dawkins
Mrs. Dorethia and Mr. Lorenzo Green
Mr. Donald R. Knight
Ms. Elaine Meeks
Mrs. Alice R. Perry
Mrs. Sharon W. Simmons
Ms. Virginia L. Watson
Mr. Marvin W. Burns
Ms. Linda G. Dawson
Mr. Gaston Green
Ms. Karen J. Knight
Ms. Karen D. Meeks
Ms. Shelia S. Persons
Ms. Sheryl L. Simpson
Ms. Tiffany J. Waugh
Ms. Mary K. Burns
Ms. Cecilia G. Day
Ms. Andrea C. Guillot
Ms. Heather L. Knowles
Mr. Ronnie L. Melson
Mrs. Scotia D. Phillips
Ms. Fran C. Sims
Ms. Jessica A. Weathers
Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Burns
Dr. and Mrs. D. Scott Day
Ms. Gail U. Gurley
Mr. Alfred E. Kohler
Ms. Suzanne H. Messer
Ms. Wanda J. Phillips
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A variety of gift options are available to those who wish to support the healing ministry of Baptist Health System. Each is designed to offer a way through which both the donor and the hospitals can benefit from an act of charitable giving. These include: • cash • securities • endowments • trust agreements • personal property For more information or to make a gift in support of the health ministries of Baptist Health System’s hospitals, call 205-715-5339 or dial toll-free 877-474-4243. You may email the Foundation at Foundation@ bhsala.com or write to Mark Belcher, Baptist Health Foundation P.O. Box 830605 Birmingham, AL 35283-0605. You can also find information or make a donation online at www.bhsala.com/ Foundation.
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BHS Measures Community Benefits in Terms of Caring
The look of Baptist Health System (BHS) has changed radically since it
to the unique Princeton Achievers mentoring
was established in 1922 with the purchase of Birmingham Infirmary in the city’s thriving West End.
program for teens, to ongoing hospital hosted
The System has grown in bricks-and-mortar, programs and services and now employs more than
health education community workshops,
4,300 people, yet BHS remains dedicated to its faith-based mission to help those in need.
Princeton employees donate countless hours
Today, the fulfillment of that mission—measured in terms of Community Benefit—takes place
to the communities they serve. The hospital
not just within the walls of the System’s four hospitals – but also throughout each of the communi-
also opens its doors to provide meeting space
ties served by those hospitals.
for local organizations such as the West End
Community Benefit is defined as any
service or program that is provided at no cost
Merchants Association and the Arlington West and on the sidelines of the playing field.
End Development Association. From staffing clinics and holding screenings,
“The need for community benefit services
(or is subsidized) by Baptist Health System to
and programs is on the increase at a time
At Citizens Baptist Medical Center
to educating teens for health care careers, to
address a need identified in the community.
when our resources are strained. Each of us
Citizens Baptist offers a special program for
participating in medical mission trips and more—
This includes charity care, wellness programs
at Baptist Health System is challenged to use
senior—STAR (Seniors Taking an Active Role).
the mission of Baptist Health System reaches
and medical screenings, education for medical
these resources with wisdom and innova-
Its goal is to encourage, educate and empower
beyond the walls of the hospital.
and other health professionals and community
tion. I’m proud that we’re responding to the
senior adults to take an active role in their health
building activities.
challenge to focus on our mission and that our
and well-being. This program, along with sup-
values continue to be demonstrated.”
port groups for breast cancer, grief support and
“The health care industry is not exempt from the challenges faced by other organiza-
TOUCH (Today Our Understanding of Cancer
tions across the country in today’s economic
At Shelby Baptist Medical Center
is Hope) are just a few of the ways the hospital
crisis,” said Shane Spees, BHS president and
Numerous Shelby Baptist employees participate
is reaching out to people in Talladega and sur-
CEO. “Yes, we must manage our business
in international mission trips made possible, in
rounding areas. The hospital is also home to
efficiently; we must be good stewards of our
part, by support from the hospital. Many also
the weekly meetings of the local Rotary Club.
resources. But we must also put into action
volunteer their time each week at the Com-
the values of our Mission—values that have
munity of Hope Health Clinic, which provides
At Walker Baptist Medical Center
shaped our past and will define our future.
free medical care to the county’s medically un-
The Hope Clinic, one of only a few free health
insured. The hospital invites community groups
clinics in Alabama, was established in Jasper
V. Moffett, an early BHS leader and nursing
“This philosophy echoes the words of Ida
in and serves as the meeting place for the local
through broad community support, includ-
pioneer, ‘Values must be spoken and demon-
Rotary and the Shelby County Ministerial As-
ing the help of Walker Baptist. Today, many
strated… Silent values are useless.’ Our Mission
sociation. More than 30 high school students
hospital employees volunteer weekly to help
is too longstanding and too valuable to allow it
shadowed Shelby employees last summer to learn
those who can’t afford health care and make
to be tarnished.
about various health care careers as part of a
sure the Clinic has the supplies and pharma-
youth volunteer program. During the school
ceuticals it needs to operate. The hospital
provided more than $117 million in community
“In keeping with our ministry, BHS has
year, Shelby opens its doors to students from
offers a babysitting course for teens and an an-
benefits, which includes approximately $58
the Shelby County School of Technology who
nual job shadowing program to give local high
million in charity care over the past four years.
are interested in pursuing a career in health care.
school students a glimpse into the medical
The range of benefits we provide is broad. For
field. Walker also participates in the Adopt-A-
some communities, it’s an innovative high school
At Princeton Baptist Medical Center
School program and supports T.R. Simmons
mentoring program. In others, it’s education
Reaching out to serve the community is
Elementary School by providing sick room
on heart disease. In some efforts, we are the sole
demonstrated in many ways at Princeton
supplies, engaging in reading activities with
sponsor; in others, we partner with other groups.
Baptist. From holding a school supplies drive
the students and providing teacher support
We’re in the neighborhood mall, on the job site
for neighboring Hemphill Elementary School,
and supplies.
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Princeton Baptist’s Sybil Sims (right) helps Johnny Cochran during a workplace screening at Golden Flake Snack Foods, Inc. in Birmingham.
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