Summer 2022 13 Advancing the fight against cancer From the building itself and the healing garden to the advanced technology and compassionate programs inside, Riverside Cancer Institute is a true display of community donor support—and a beacon of hope for patients and families facing an unthinkable diagnosis. In 2014, philanthropic gifts helped Riverside Cancer Institute add a TrueBeam linear accelerator and treatment room. Today, the Foundation is raising dollars to purchase the latest TrueBeam technology and replace the original unit. This powerful, noninvasive radiosurgery system offers treatment for some of the most complex and challenging cancers like those of the lung, liver, kidney, pancreas, brain and spine. Treatments, lasting only a few minutes, target tumors with submillimeter accuracy, which minimizes negative side effects. Our patients deserve the highest quality cancer care, close to home. Philanthropic support will help us stand ready to help our co-workers, neighbors and loved ones. Join us in advancing the fight against cancer. Scan the QR code to learn more: Health care heroes saving the day The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses is a nationwide program that recognizes nursing excellence. It was created in memory of Patrick Barnes as an expression of gratitude for the skillful and compassionate care he received from his nurses during his eight-week hospitalization. The Barnes family wanted to say “thank you” to nurses everywhere by establishing the DAISY Foundation and its recognition program to honor the superhuman work nurses do every day for patients and their families. The program is the international leader in nurse recognition. Everyone who is involved with DAISY—whether they are presenting the awards, choosing honorees or coordinating the program—is an extension of the Barnes family and their appreciation. By honoring extraordinary nurses, DAISY reinforces the importance of compassion in health care. Recipients of a DAISY Award are recognized at a ceremony and receive a certificate, a DAISY Award signature lapel pin and a hand-carved stone sculpture titled “A Healer’s Touch.” Giving thanks To learn more about the DAISY Award or to nominate a Riverside nurse, please visit RiversideHealthcare.org/daisy. The DAISY Award is an expression of gratitude to our health care heroes. Pictured above are, from left, Christopher Kusy, Nurse Manager; August DAISY Award winner Melanie Bloomquist, Cardiac Telemetry RN; and LaTivia Carr, Riverside Chief Nursing Officer.
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