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With the generous support of our donors, we are impacting lives here in San Fernando Valley every day.
The Friese Legacy
A timely gift of faith, belief and community support
Don and Andrea Friese made a tremendous leap of faith and confidence in this hospital, and they did it during COVID — a time when health care workers were crushingly stressed
and overwhelmed. The lift in spirits their gift provided is one for the record books — not only because of their extraordinary generosity but because of the message it sent. Their gift said,
we believe in not-for-profit health care, and we believe in the people who are providing it. And we believe in this community. On behalf of a grateful community, we offer our heartfelt gratitude.
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Wellness For All
Compassionate beginnings in the Friese Family Tower’s admitting department
Warm Welcome
Celebrating Milt and Debbie Valera’s heartfelt impact on the Friese Family Tower
Congratulations to Our Champion
Jeffrey Work, M.D., named 2023 Philanthropy Physician Champion
A Message from Nick Lymberopoulos
Chief Executive, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center
2023 Philanthropy Physician Champion
The 2023 South Division Philanthropy Physician Champion Awards celebrated our eight champions and the important role they play in helping…
A Message from Nick Lymberopoulos
A Message from Nick Lymberopoulos, Chief Executive, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center.
One Step at a Time
Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center caregivers get college student to class on time after battle with a paralysis-causing virus.
A Unique Perspective
Physician, former patient and board member Jerald “Jerry” Einziger, M.D., understands the importance of community.
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Navigating the Cancer Journey
When Jane was diagnosed with breast cancer, Nurse Navigator Angela Acevedo became her advocate, guide and support -- from the initial meeting with the oncologist to the final chemotherapist treatment. I will never forget all the ways Angela helped me through a very difficult time in my life,” reflects Jane.
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Minutes that make a difference
Michael Lora woke up not knowing he would be fighting for his life later that day. Within hours he was being transported to St. Joseph Hospital Emergency Care Center. He was immediately met by a team of nurses and doctors, including Dr. Peter Smethurst who recommended antibiotics which ended up saving his life.
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The heart of the matter
“I was a ticking time bomb. A heart attack waiting to happen.” Carrol was informed she needed immediate bypass surgery, but a rare genetic disorder would make it unsafe to perform. That’s when St. Joseph Hospital came through with a new, minimally invasive technique.
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Giving from the heart and home
Now retired, Drs. Amin decided they were at the right time in their lives to downsize, but more importantly, to give back to the community they cherished in a significant way. Their extraordinary generosity will help fund Nursing Excellence and Behavioral Health.
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A life devoted to caring
Shirley Moretti, a donor and friend, said it best. “When we focus on others, we learn about ourselves.” Giving back to others was one of her greatest joys in life — it filled her heart and inspired countless others to follow in her footsteps.
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One of the best ever
More than 300 golfers enjoyed a day that included two 18-hole courses of golf and raised more than $405,000 in support of the St. Joseph Hospital’s Cardiovascular Program.
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A record-breaking event
Supported by Marsha Moeller and presented by Centaurus Financial, Inc. and The Gooding-Barry and Immell Families, Celebration 2019 raised a record-breaking $676,000 for the Nursing Center of Excellence while celebrating 90 years of healing at St. Joseph Hospital.
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The best inspires confidence
When he needed a scan to check for cancer, Terrance was nervous to say the least. “The tech prepping me for my PET/CT scan told me that my diagnostic test would be done with the new equipment just received. He said that it was the 'best of the best' and made possible by generous donor support” said Terrance.
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Wellness For All
Compassionate beginnings in the Friese Family Tower’s admitting department
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