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TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S
4 Leadership Message
13 A Focus on Patients
5 Our Board & Staff
16 Fundraising & Events
7 About the PHLBI
21 Financials
9 Research Work
23 Thank You To Our Donors
12 Differentiators
28 Our Sponsors Pacific Heart, Lung & Blood Institute 2015 Annual Report
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Our mission is to improve the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heart, lung & blood diseases through independent research, collaboration and education.
LEADERSHIP MESSAGE
Dear Friends, The year 2015 has witnessed stunning progress in mesothelioma research across the country, and I’d like to share with you the progress that our research program at the Pacific Mesothelioma Center (PMC) at the Pacific Heart, Lung & Blood Institute (PHLBI) in West Los Angeles, California has made this year. The Institute, which focuses on orphan diseases of the heart, lung and blood that receive little attention and funding, is currently developing stem cell-based treatments for malignant pleural mesothelioma, thymoma, and other chest cancer diseases. Today mesenchymal stem cell treatment is one of the most impressive immunotherapies for possibly eradicating cancer, and is being utilized in experimental treatments of inflammatory disorders and for regenerative medicine in humans. Our research program at the PMC is modeling its research on mesothelioma, for example, using recent clinical breakthroughs in using combination immunotherapies. Mesenchymal stem cells are harvested from donated bone marrow, term placentas, umbilical cord blood, and fat tissue and then converted into viable biologic drugs. This year two of our own researchers, Dr. Robert B. Cameron and Dr. Raymond Wong, and their collaborators, authored two published scientific papers on the
growing potential of mesenchymal stem cells for anti-cancer immunotherapy. In their reports, they explore recent studies on immunotherapy for cancer, including innovative immunotherapy approaches, that our scientists are investigating in our laboratory facilities at the PHLBI. Research on mesenchymal stem cells and immunotherapy for cancer is rapidly growing, and our Institute is a pioneer in this field. We can only continue to make advances by moving well-designed evidence based experimental treatments from ‘the bench to the bedside’. Doing this, however, requires sufficient funding. Scientific research is an arduous and time-consuming process that can never be rushed. We have made significant strides in the last few years, successfully translating our hypothesis about the anticancer benefits of mesenchymal stem cells into working scientific research, but there is much left to do. We are now closer than ever to expanding our laboratory studies that can pave the way for next-generation clinical trials, but this costs money. To ensure that we can continue and expand our work, we are establishing, over the next 5 years, an endowment fund to support our current and emerging programs, including molecular genetic, immunologic, and stem cell/regenerative medical translational
research on mesothelioma and various other cancers. Generous individual, corporate, or other charitable benefactors of our Endowment Fund will be invited to participate in a special ceremony for officially naming our new and expanded laboratory as well as other project workplaces and a distinguished chair and endowments for young researchers and other research fellows within the PHLBI. As we move forward in 2016, I am excited about what the PMC has achieved and I am excited about the future. I hope that you will join me in doing everything we can to support the continued growth of this extraordinary organization. I can’t think of an organization that deserves it more! And please, if you are in town, come by the lab and get a tour. You too will be inspired!
Sincerely,
Rhonda Ozanian Board Chair
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O U R B O A R D & S TA F F BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PHLBI TEAM
Douglas Gamble – Director
Dr. Robert B. Cameron, M.D., Scientific Advisor Clare Cameron, Executive Director Raymond Wong, Ph.D., Research Scientist Lien Hua-Feng, RN, MSN, FNP-C, Nurse Practitioner Christina McSherry, Marketing & PR Victoria Adams, Consultant
International Vice President of the Western States Conference Heat and Frost insulators and Allied Workers International Union (formerly the Asbestos Workers Union)
Warren S. Grundfest, MD , FACS – Director Professor of Bioengineering, UCLA
Brent Keeton – Director Co- Founder, Chairman and Chief Investment officer of Grange Capital
Rhonda Ozanian, PhD – Board Chair National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) Governance Fellow. Retired Lieutenant Colonel - Department of Defense
Radha Savitala – Director Deputy General Counsel Prime Healthcare Services
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Our staff functions in multiple capacities to maximize the use of our human and fiscal resources for administration, research and health consumer education.
O U R B O A R D & S TA F F SCIENTIFIC ADVISORY BOARD HEART Peyman Benharash, M.D. UCLA
LUNG Robert B. Cameron, M.D. Cardiothoracic Surgery and Surgical Oncology Professor, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA Director, Comprehensive Mesothelioma Program Chief of Thoracic Surgery, West Los Angeles Veterans Administration Diana Gage, M.D., Ph.D. Director, Stereotactic Radiosurgery Program Director, Radiation Oncology Wellness Program Department of Radiation Oncology Dr. Warren S. Grundfest – Director Professor of Bioengineering, Electrical Engineering and Surgery at UCLA. Senior West Coast Clinical Advisor and Portfolio Manager for Nanomedicine and Biomaterials for TATRC (the Telemedicine and Advanced Technology Research Center of the U.S. Army).
Dr. Jim teWaterNaude MBChB, MPhil (MCH), FCPHM Cape Town, SOUTH AFRICA Sherven Sharma, Ph.D. David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and The West Los Angeles VA Medical Center Robert M. Strieter, M.D., FCCP, MACP Global Translational Medicine Head for Respiratory Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research, Inc. Anne S. Tsao, M.D. Associate Professor Director, Mesothelioma Program Director, Thoracic Chemo-Radiation Program University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Olga M. Olevsky, M.D. Assistant Clinical Professor David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
BLOOD Gary L. Schiller, M.D. Professor of Medicine David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
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ABOUT THE PHLBI
PA C I F I C H E A R T
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PA C I F I C L U N G Pacific Mesothelioma Center • Pacific Thymus Center •
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ABOUT THE PHLBI ABOUT US Established in 2002, the Pacific Heart, Lung & Blood Institute (PHLBI) is a 501 (c)(3)non-profit, research institution that is committed to advancing medical research that may lead to new treatments, early detection and prevention programs for chronic disorders— including diseases of the heart, lung and blood. Modeled on the National Heart, Lung & Blood Institutes of the NIH, PHLBI is divided into divisions and centers: • Pacific Heart • Pacific Lung • Pacific Mesothelioma Center • Pacific Thymus Center • Pacific Blood One of the divisions of PHLBI is The Pacific Mesothelioma Center (PMC) whose focus is on finding better treatments for malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM), an asbestos-related cancer affecting the lining of the chest - the pleura. The PMC’s mission is to better serve
a growing number of mesothelioma victims by supporting the first-of-its-kind and only in-house lab. in the nation and through providing hard-to-find information such as patient support networks and treatment roadmaps. Another division of PHLBI is The Pacific Thymus Center which is dedicated to researching effective treatments for cancer of the thymus. There are two types of cancer of the thymus, thymomas and thymic carcinomas. Both types of thymus cancer involve epithelial tumors.
VISION We believe our values of honesty, integrity and heartfelt concern allows PMC to be one of the few places that is a beacon for those lost in the confusion of chest diseases. We reach out to our patients and family members to support PHLBI, as they clearly understand what is at stake; and we believe that by giving back to the community they will help future patients fighting these diseases.
After my husband passed away in 2011 from Mesothelioma, I decided that I needed to find a nonprofit that was dedicated to finding a cure for this "ghost" cancer. After the passing of my husband, I prayed and researched on the internet for a non-profit that was dedicated to cutting edge research and the development of additional modalities that would make a difference. I wanted to make a difference and support them. PHLBI not only does research to extend a patient's life, but are working towards finding ways of early detection and prevention. The staff are dedicated to the cause, and to the lives of the people that they touch. There is hope for others who suffer from this deadly cancer, but ongoing research, and funding, is needed. One day their research and breakthroughs may save your loved one. I believe a cure will be found. Rosemary Stirdivant
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RESEARCH WORK
Dr. Robert B. Cameron, MD FACS, is one of the leading experts in North America on the treatment of pleural mesothelioma. He has been treating mesothelioma patients for over 20 years & is an early innovator of the lung-sparing Pleurectomy / Decortication surgical procedure for mesothelioma. He has authored or co-authored over 40 papers on oncology, thoracic surgery & other topics. Dr. Cameron attended medical school at the University of Michigan & UCLA, where he obtained his medical degree. He completed 3 years of training as a clinical associate in surgical oncology at the National Cancer Institute of the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, a five-year residency in general surgery at UCLA, & a two-year fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery at Cornell-New York Hospital & Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. 9
The Pacific Mesothelioma Center (PMC) at the Pacific Heart, Lung & Blood Institute’s (PHLBI) strategy is to become the most innovative research and treatment organization in the world for patients with malignant pleural mesothelioma by supporting the first-of-its-kind non-profit in-house focused research laboratory. The goal of the laboratory is to provide laboratory-to-the-bedside research to improve the lives and longevity of those diagnosed with mesothelioma and treating MPM as a chronic, treatable and manageable disease. The exploration of innovative ideas forms the foundation of the PMC’s unique research program and provides the promise of future treatment breakthroughs. An overarching tenet of PHLBI’s research agenda is that all projects should be rational and additive; that is, all treatment approaches must be researched, be carefully thought out, be based on available data, provide improved quality of life, be continuously critiqued and re-evaluated, and should be built upon known information and treatment successes, however small. CURRENT RESEARCH Mesenchymal Stem Cell Research: Today, one of the more promising next-generation immunotherapies for cancer is mesenchymal stem cell treatment. The
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in-house research program at the Pacific Mesothelioma Center is presently developing new mesenchymal stem cell-based treatments modeled on recent clinical breakthroughs in combination immunotherapy for cancer. Mesenchymal stem cells are readily harvested from donated bone marrow, full term placentas, umbilical cord blood, and fat tissue. These cells have been utilized in experimental treatments of inflammatory disorders and for regenerative medicine in humans. In clinical trials, mesenchymal stem cells have been shown generally to be safe to use in therapies for humans. These cells appear to be a useful vector for delivering anti-cancer agents directly to malignant tumors in cancer patients in the clinic. However, additional laboratory research is needed to determine exactly how mesenchymal stem cells can be transformed into a carrier that synergistically increases the immune-boosting properties of various other immunotherapies. In collaboration with our scientific partners at the UCLA Comprehensive Mesothelioma Program and the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center, our in-house research program is attempting to solve this scientific enigma. We are rigorously testing novel prototypes of mesenchymal stem cell therapies engineered to enhance immune responses against cancer. The long-term goal of the PMC is to develop a wide array of mesenchymal stem cell treatments that can be scaled up for immunotherapy to
RESEARCH WORK fight a host of cancers. We anticipate that someday it might be feasible to use our products in treating solid tumors, such as breast, pancreatic, and colon cancer, as well as diffuse cancers such as mesothelioma and large B cell lymphoma.
and rare cancers of the chest. In order to perform these studies, PHLBI requires tissue specimens. PHLBI are seeking study participants who wish to donate their tissue specimen(s) and personal health information for current and future research at PHLBI.
INTERNATIONAL TISSUE BANK Raymond Wong, PhD, and associates from The Pacific Heart, Lung & Blood Institute (PHLBI) are conducting research studies to determine the medical characteristics of patients who develop thoracic malignancies, such as mesothelioma, lung cancer, esophogeal cancer, and thymic tumors. Diseases of the heart, lung and blood affect a large number of people in the U.S. and throughout the world each year. Due to the large number of people involved, it is imperative that both personal health information and tissue samples are collected from as many patients as possible in order to understand 1) the normal biology, 2) the natural history of diseases, 3) outcomes from current treatments, 4) the advantages and disadvantages of potential future novel therapies. It is important to compare both the health information and tissue samples of study participants who have diseases of heart, lung, and blood as well as of normal volunteers; therefore, both normal clinical and tissue samples are collected. The primary objective of these studies is to explore the possible uses of mesenchymal stem cells in the treatment of common
MESOTHELIOMA PREVENTION Perhaps the most promising area of mesothelioma research, like many diseases, is in the area of prevention. It is far simpler to stop cancer from happening rather than to stop it once it has already happened. PMC is committed to developing a cancer prevention program that will investigate the cellular and molecular changes that occur over the relatively long 15-40+ years that it takes mesothelioma to develop following asbestos exposure. Many people do know they have been exposed and during this time, simple therapies, perhaps as simple as a daily aspirin, may actually stop the changes that lead to cancer. RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS IN 2015 Cameron RB. STAT3, Cten, and lung cancer: Simultaneous excitement and caution. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2015;149(1):376-7. Kotova S, Wong RM, Cameron, RB. New and emerging therapeutic options for malignant pleural mesothelioma: review of early clinical trials. Cancer Management and Research. 2015;7:1-12.
Dr. Raymond Wong received his PhD from the University of Southern California’s department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology. He also earned his B.S. in Biological Sciences at the University of Southern California. He joined the Pacific Mesothelioma Center after serving as a research scientist at MannKind Corporation, where he supported the advancement of therapeutic cancer vaccines from pre-clinical stages to Phase I/II clinical trials. Dr. Wong has more than a decade of experience in the research and development of novel immunotherapy strategies to improve the medical outcome of life-threatening diseases. @PHD4meso
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D I F F E R E N T I AT O R S
What makes the Pacific Mesothelioma Center (PMC) at The Pacifc Heart Lung & Blood Institute (PHLBI) different? We are the only research center dedicated to eradicating mesothelioma through our own research programs and patient care. Through this combination, we make research advances for tomorrow in tandem with providing for today’s needs of newly diagnosed and current patients. To the best of our knowledge, the PMC is the only research organization in the United States, perhaps the world, conducting mesenchymal stem cell research with the express purpose of discovering therapies and even cures for mesothelioma.
The board of directors and staff continually tries to run the PHLBI in the most transparent and cost-efficient ways possible. Decisions are made about every dollar, and where it can make the most difference. Our fundraising expenses are 2.7% of our expenses and it costs $11 to raise $100 (Benchmark for highly efficient charity $25 or less per Charity Watch). Our efforts have been noticed, PHLBI has been recognized by a number of not-forprofit rating organizations as a “best-inclass” organization.
GREAT NONPROFITS TOP-RATED AWARDS
GUIDESTAR EXCHANGE GOLD LEVEL
In 2015 PHLBI earned the prestigious Great Nonprofits Top-Rated Award. This award is a “people’s choice” award that is awarded based on reviews of the people that we serve, our volunteers and donors. www.toprated.greatnonprofits.org/
In order to earn the Gold level designation, PHLBI participates with Guidestar to provide additional transparency to financial statements and operational details. The PHLBI believes that sharing governance, leadership and financial impact information is vital for donors to understand and support our mission. www.guidestar.org
I have volunteered for a few PHLBI events. Having volunteered for many, many organizations for the past 25 years, I can say that PHLBI is one of the best organizations to volunteer for--there is just so much heart in everything they do! Unlike those experiences you have when you know you are just a number on a volunteer list, PHLBI really stands out by personalizing their communication with you, making it a point to know your name, and showing sincere appreciation for your contribution that would turn the head of even Dale Carnegie. This is the type of treatment you want as a volunteer--knowing that you aren’t just disposable free labor invited out to do the work the employees don’t want to do. Nope, with PHLBI, you are invited to help them do the work they are doing right alongside you. As a volunteer, you are treated just like a donor or sponsor--a relationship is being cultivated with care for the long run. What else can you ask for? To me, that kind of attention is worth far more than a rough cotton t-shirt! Rebecca - Volunteer
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A F O C U S O N PAT I E N T S
STAFF SPOTLIGHT
The PHLBI commitment to patient care and treatment can be seen in the work of Nurse Practitioner Lien Hua-Feng. Through our partnership with Department of Veterans Affairs, Nurse Hua-Feng meets with veterans, and their families, to discuss clinical care options and treatment modalities. Nurse Hua-Feng is also a vital resource to thousands of people, from all walks of life and all parts of the country, answering questions on treatment and support available. There are very few professionals like her working in the field of Mesothelioma research and care delivery. Because Mesothelioma is rare, there are very few experienced medical staff and patient care resources available. PHLBI is working to expand our dedicated staff. However, we cannot do this without more sources of funding. Hiring more experienced and dedicated nurses like Lien is something we are working towards! 13
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Did you know? Mesothelioma is rare, so rare that only 2,000 - 3,000 new cases are diagnosed each year. This makes support difficult to find for patients. PHLBI is dedicated to finding a cure and treatment options for Mesothelioma and other diseases of the heart, lungs and blood. Until that cure is found, PHLBI is also working to find innovative ways to help patients with these disorders find support and information on treatment options. The Pacific Mesothelioma Center (PMC) at the Pacific Heart Lung and Blood Institute (PHLBI) works to improve the quantity and quality of mesothelioma patient’s lives through superior educational, networking and treatment options. Mesothelioma presents a one-two punch for those diagnosed. First, it is an extremely deadly cancer that must be treated swiftly. Second, it is a rare cancer, making specialists, treatment and information hard to find. The PMC has developed 3 initiatives to help patients navigate this new world.
...working to find innovative ways to help patients with these disorders find support and information...
A F O C U S O N PAT I E N T S FIRST CONNECTION PROGRAM This program puts newly diagnosed patients in touch with other patients, survivors and families to share experiences. New patients can get a firsthand perspective from another patient on how they reached their decisions, why they chose one treatment plan or doctor over another and, most importantly, explain what to expect while undergoing treatment in terms of side effects and recovery time
MESOTHELIOMA: A PATIENT’S ROADMAP A resource that takes patients through the mesothelioma diagnoses through treatment providing important answers in one place.
PATIENT SUPPORT GROUP New in 2016. Patients requested support beyond the First Connections program, so the PMC developed an ongoing support group for patients and their caregivers. The group meets once a month with a trained facilitator and provides a space for patients to connect as a group and to provide support to each other.
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT
Drawing from her personal experience with mesothelioma, Rosemarie Ganoe has become a champion for the Pacific Mesothelioma Center (PMC) by helping to fundraise for research and supporting every fundraising event. “I want to help get the PMC’s name out there. If more people were aware of the PMC then they could eliminate going anywhere else, and patients could receive vital information and treatment much sooner.” In addition to raising awareness Rosemarie also helps raise funds for PMC, and on one occasion she hosted a “Make Your Mark For Meso” Casino Night, which raised $75,000 for mesothelioma research. Since then, she has provided numerous prizes for events from her jewelry store, Captain’s Treasure Chest in Rancho Palos Verdes, and forms Team Mark Ganoe each year for the 5K Walk/Hike for Mesothelioma in memory of her beloved husband, Mark. Although Rosemarie knows what it’s like to lose someone to mesothelioma, she says she has not given up hope for a cure— and you shouldn’t either. “I pray a lot for a cure. Every year since Mark passed away, there are more developments. You look at some of the fatal diseases from 20 years ago and they are now curable. Never lose hope.” Pacific Heart, Lung & Blood Institute 2015 Annual Report
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FUNDRAISING / EVENTS 5TH INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON LUNGSPARING THERAPIES FOR MALIGNANT PLEURAL MESOTHELIOMA The 5th International Symposium on Lung-Sparing Therapies for Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma was held on Saturday, May 2, in Santa Monica, CA and focused on research aimed at preserving lung function in mesothelioma patients. Physicians, nurses, medical professionals and mesothelioma patients were in attendance to learn about the recent advances. The Symposium was co-hosted by UCLA and the Pacific Mesothelioma Center (PMC). Symposium Chair, Dr. Robert B. Cameron, a pioneer in the field of mesothelioma, discussed the lung-sparing pleurectomy/decortication surgery. Other topics included: developing viral vaccines to kill mesothelioma cells; types, doses and timing of radiation for improved outcomes in patients; use of cancer stem cells to develop cancer vaccines; and the results of clinical trials for recently-approved FDA drugs that enhance the immune system. The Symposium’s other distinguished faculty included: Walter Weder, MD,
thoracic surgeon and Professor of Surgery at the University Hospital of Zurich, Switzerland; J. Andrea McCart, MD, MSc, FRCS(C), researcher at the Toronto General Research Institute and Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Toronto; Marc de Perrot, MD, MSc, thoracic surgeon and Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Toronto; Percy Lee, MD, Chief of Thoracic Radiation Oncology and Associate Professor at UCLA; Peter V. Chen, MD, Radiation Oncologist at the Hoag Family Cancer Institute; Shilpen Patel, MD, FACRO, Chief of Thoracic Radiation Oncology and Associate Professor at the University of Washington; Olga Olevsky, MD, UCLA oncologist and Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor; Raymond Wong, Ph.D., PMC Research Scientist; Clare Cameron, PMC Executive Director; Linda Reinstein, CEO and co-founder of the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization; Lien Hua-Feng, RN, MSN, NP-C, PMC Nurse Practitioner; and Mia Lauter, widow of veteran actor Ed Lauter who died of MPM.
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The people at the Pacific Heart, Lung and Blood Institute have helped us through this difficult time. After, my husband was diagnosed with Mesothelioma, the search began for cause, answers, treatment and most of all, hope. We found that the researchers and interns work tirelessly to provide patients everything that we needed. Beyond the expert medical care, the emotional support for patients and family is invaluable and heart warming. Their research provided us with answers and treatment. We no longer feel helpless as these people have guided us through the maze of information, provided support and care and continue to update the treatment plan as more research provides more answers and more positive outcomes. Susan Hill Meyer
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Institute (PHLBI) hosted the third annual The Greatest Escape Motorcycle Ride, presented by Worthington and Caron, PL.C. on Sunday, July 26. The motorcycle ride originated as a tribute to The Great Escape movie, starring actor Steve McQueen, who died of mesothelioma. Since its inception, hundreds have gathered each year to honor those who have lost the fight against mesothelioma and to raise money for research. The ride kicked-off at Glendale Harley-Davidson and more than 200 riders and passengers came out to enjoy a scenic ride up to Newcomb’s Ranch in La Canada, CA. The group was escorted by All Cities Transportation Company’s Escort Officers who led a safe and steady ride—with zero stops for traffic lights— through the Angeles Crest Highway with breathtaking views of Los Angeles. Riders were joined by Celebrity Grand Marshal, actor and model Fabio, actress Kristy Swanson, Olympic Gold Medalist Lloyd Eisler, comedian Alonzo Bodden and actor/ professor Roger McGrath, who knew Steve McQueen personally. Gary Bryan of K-Earth 101 was the emcee for another very successful event, raising
$88,281 for mesothelioma research at the Pacific Mesothelioma Center.
4TH 5K WALK-HIKE FOR MESOTHELIOMA The Pacific Mesothelioma Center at The Pacific Heart Lung and Blood Institute held its 4th Annual 5K Walk/Hike for Meso on Sunday September 27th at The Paramount Ranch in Agoura Hills. This annual event, presented by Worthington and Caron, PLC drew over 300 walkers, with 22 teams and raised over $100,000. After the walk a delectable lunch was donated and served by the Belvedere family of Ottavio’s Italian Restaurant in Camarillo, in honor of Ottavio Belvedere who died from mesothelioma in 2007. Around the Pavilion were vendors such as Mike’s Mustache Italian Ice and Worthy Brewing Beer showcasing their Oregon brand for the first time in California. Six year mesothelioma survivor Terry Latham bought many in the crowd to tears with his inspiring story of struggle and resounding hope throughout his six year battle with mesothelioma. He has kept his cancer
A LOOK AT 2016 Mid-Century Soiree – Le Petite Paris Thursday, March 24th, 2016 Join us on March 24th , for an exclusive evening of mingling & dining at Le Petit Paris in downtown LA’s historic core! Never before seen Frank Worth’s Hollywood Golden Age Collection of photographs will be sold via silent auction. Mad Hatter Tea Party – Saturday, April 23rd, 2016 PMC will hold a donor appreciation tea party at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills. Guests will be treated to a delicious tea menu and highlights will include a violin performance by Isle Violin as well as a soothing harp performance by Vonette and outstanding opportunity drawing prizes. The Greatest Escape Sunday, July 24th 2016. The Greatest Escape” Motorcycle Ride will commence at 8:30 a.m. with registration at Glendale Harley-Davidson. The ride will officially begin at 10 a.m. Riders will cruise through the scenic LA Crest Highway and finish at the beautiful Newcomb’s Ranch in La Canada. Riders will be joined by Celebrity Grand Marshal Fabio and other celebrity riders and law enforcement officials. Gary Bryan, of the K-Earth 101 Morning Show, will bring his delightful blend of humor and candor as MC for the event at Newcomb’s Ranch. Participants will enjoy a BBQ lunch, refreshing Worthy Brewing craft beer, (cont on page 20)
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at bay with the help of Dr. Robert B. Cameron and spoke of his moments of trials and triumphs throughout his journey. The 4th Annual Walk for Meso would not have been such a success without the participation and support of our walkers, our sponsors, and any and all who volunteered their time, services, and help for us to put on the best walk/hike so far. We are delighted to see how much the event has grown over the last few years with more walkers joining and a higher amount being raised each year. We enjoyed seeing a mixture of old and new faces and look forward to seeing everyone there for next year’s’ walk!
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a concert by Cherry & the Bulldogs, vendors, and an opportunity drawing with prizes valued at thousands of dollars.
The PMC Holiday Open House on December 16th brought supporters, friends, and interested newcomers together to celebrate the holidays and learn more about the innovative research being conducted at the PMC. Attendees had the opportunity to tour our in-house research lab, learn more about our mesenchymal stem cell research program, and hear from our research scientists about their exciting work. Orleans & York donated a delicious mixture of Cajun and deli cuisine and the wine was donated by mesothelioma supporter and survivor Peter LaMonica from his own winery in Northern California.
Without the philanthropic support of individuals who care, PHLBI’s unique ability to develop new treatment approaches would be impossible.
6th International Symposium on Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma – Saturday, September 24th, 2016 Join us for our 6th International Symposium on mesothelioma at the new Meyer & Renee Luskin Conference Center at UCLA. Learn about the latest in research and treatment options for mesothelioma from experts at the most prestigious universities around the world. Topics include immunotherapy, genetic and tumor immunotherapy, the latest in clinical trials, cryoablation, HOX genes as genetic markers, East-West medicine approaches to cancer treatment, prevention and early detection for mesothelioma, and much more. Doctors and nurses receive Continual Medical Educational hours and patients and family members are encouraged to attend. 5K Walk-Hike for Mesothelioma – Sunday, October 23rd, 2016 The 5th Annual Walk Hike for Mesothelioma will once again be held at the beautiful and scenic Paramount Ranch in Agoura Hills. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. The walk starts at 10:00 a.m. Walkers can chose to walk the 5K or the 1 mile or for those who don’t wish to walk at all, there will be Bingo and fabulous prizes. Entertainment by the Six Billion Dollar Band. Fabulous Italian lunch, T-shirts, medals and amazing opportunity drawing prizes and vendors. Register for the walk. Help us reach our $150,000 goal. “Together We Walk as One”
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OUR DONORS Herbert and Patricia Bostrom Holiday Cleaners Inga Feiter Ingrid Harris Jack and Phyllis Kuljis James and Evelyn Maddux James Fast James Haderlein James Thompson Jane Warner Janeen Camino Jeffrey and Diane Skaleski Jeffrey Maichen Jeffrey Perkins Jerri Scott Jodi Bynder Joe and Antonia Jeffers Joe Wright John and Kathleen Tipich John and Laurel Lilinthall John Atwood John Caponetto John DeLoof Jonathan and Ann Molvik Joseph Prater Plumbing Inc Josephine Yao Karen Linscott Kathleen Downey Kathleen Welker Kathryn Henick Katie Jackson Kenny and Shelley Chan Khanh Vu Kirk Mulhearn LAPD Robbery Homicide Division Larry Kinseth Lauren Alba Lawrence and Mary O’Neil Lawrence Hebert Lee Anne Loek Lenore Stern Leroy Baca Lidia Farrow Linda Gordon Linda Treggett Lipstiz & Ponterio, LLC Lisa Rahe Thompson Local 5 Retirees Club Lori Karp Lorraine Mongeon Lucille Brisbane Luther and Judy Davidson Lydia Chen Madeline Bynder Margaret Chespak Margaret Haw Marilyn Darling Marineh Yagubyan Mary Pat-Hely
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