Orlando Health Foundation - Summer 2021 Inspire

Summer ‛21

COMMUNITY • CARE • GENEROSITY

OMAZE EXPERIENCE
PROVIDES $1 MILLION

in Grants to Support Epilepsy
Monitoring Unit

at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

DEAR FRIENDS, As we move into the next shared phase of our
history, our mission remains to same, to improve
This June, our nation will pause in remembrance the health and quality of life of the individuals
of the five-year anniversary of the Pulse nightclub and communities we serve. We will never lose
shooting, an intense event which forever changed sight of the fact that we are a community-owned
the culture of our hospital. organization and will do everything in our power
One of our trauma physicians described it as “the to ensure that all people are treated with respect,
best and worst day of my career,” in reference to dignity, kindness and compassion.
the triumph of the human spirit that was observed Grateful for your continued support,
alongside physical and emotional devastation.
We find solace in the fact that every victim who John W. Bozard, President,
came through Orlando Health Orlando Regional Orlando Health Foundation
Medical Center’s (ORMC) doors was discharged
alive, and credit this to our incredible team, years ANNOUNCEMENT
of emergency management drills and the strength
of the patients themselves. //
Orlando Health still gathers every June 12 to
acknowledge what we have all been through as a Anonymous donor makes a
community.
The hospital has evaluated the multiple lessons $5 MILLION
learned from that tragic event to be even more
prepared should another mass casualty incident gift to support the trauma center
occur. It is clear we need greater ability to “surge” expansion to increase surge capacity.
for a rapid influx of patients within the trauma bay,
allowing us to rapidly add 10 more treatment areas
in a mass casualty situation, whether a car accident
on I-4, a fire-related incident or other future
tragedy. Planning is underway to incorporate these
lessons into the physical space of ORMC.

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4-5 Captain K. Christian Ebert: A Fearless Life, A Giving Legacy
6-7 From Un-Survivable to Unstoppable
8-9 Omaze Experience Provides $1 Million in Grants to Support

Children with Epilepsy
10-11 Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Hightlights
12-13 Vision & Values: The Impact of Covelli Family Limited

Partnership on Orlando Health
14 Be All In: Team Member Giving Campaign
15 Westgate Resorts Foundation Supports Central Florida Families
16-17 In Recognition of Doctors’ Day
18-19 Pfizer Grant Provides Increased Support for Central Florida

Cardiac Patients
20 Jared and Julie Wolovnick Continue Support of

Orlando Health Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic
21 Romero Britto’s Happy Art Movement Comes to Seacrest

Studio Orlando
22 Bayfront Health St. Petersburg Helps Dan Continue Doing

What He Loves Most
23 Tribute Gifts

inspire - Spring 2021 CAPTAIN K. CHRISTIAN EBERT:

A FEARLESS LIFE, A GIVING LEGACY

Captain Chris Ebert excelled in her career as
a trailblazing female aviator in both the United
States Air Force and with the commercial
airline industry. Throughout her inspiring life
and career, the most important thing to her was
always her vibrant faith, reflected through the
kindness she showed every person who crossed
her path.

While she left a strong mark in the world of aviation, Chris’
legacy of kindness and compassion lives on through her
support of fellow patients at the Orlando Health Cancer
Institute. Even while battling Stage IV breast cancer, Chris
never let her diagnosis stop her from being her exuberant
self, spreading positivity wherever she went. She always
made it a point to say hello to other patients, sharing her
warm smile and words of encouragement.
Not only a patient, Chris was an advocate for others facing
a cancer diagnosis. Wanting to help influence necessary
changes in patient care, Chris joined the Cancer Institute’s
patient advisory council. She felt strongly about the care she
received at Orlando Health, so much so that she would often
encourage others to transfer their cancer care to our Cancer
Institute. She would go as far as physically driving patients
from her home near the Titusville area to the hospital for
treatment.
Chris lived her life with intention, which was evident
through the testimonies of those who met her. Even after
knowing her cancer was terminal, she saw her legacy as an
opportunity to help others. She provided specific instruction
that her estate was to be used to give hope to others on
similar journeys, and it was through this heartfelt desire that
Chris’ Legacy Fund was established.

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Helping others is the founding principle of Chris’ Legacy Planned Giving
Fund, which provides financial assistance to breast cancer Updates
patients undergoing treatment at Orlando Health who may
be experiencing hardship. The aim of this program is to Dear Friends,
reduce the financial burden on patients so their sole focus Taxes are done, summer is here, and many of you
becomes their treatment and future recovery. may be considering travel for the first time in over
a year. Before you go, there may be a number of
Chris inspired so many while at Orlando Health safety checks in place – identifying who will collect
through her kindness and compassion. Chris’ the mail, who will care for pets, ensuring the house
Legacy Fund will continue the great work she is locked up – but what about those important
started, bringing hope to the Central Florida documents? For peace of mind, also take time to
breast cancer patients who place their trust in review and update the following:
us for their care.
• Your will or trust
Chris’ Legacy Fund supports • Beneficiary designations
breast cancer patient needs • Advanced directives
Lastly, be sure to organize these and other legal
such as: documents in a safe place ahead of your trip. As
you update beneficiaries, remember to consider
Prescription Orlando Health if naming a charity in your plans
medications makes financial sense for you and your family.
Gratefully,
Co-pays for
cancer treatment Tiffany Collier
Director, Planned Giving
Orlando Health Foundation

Contact our planned giving team for a full
checklist and guidance on how a gift through
your estate can make a difference: (321) 843-9844
or email [email protected].

Medical exams
& procedures

FROM UN-SURVIVABLE TO

UNSTOPPABLE

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In 2018, parents Karolina and Shane’s Incredibly, later that day, Austyn opened his eyes for
world turned upside down. Their 21-year-old the first time – 50 hours after his accident. As the days
progressed, he started following simple commands for
son, Austyn, was in a horrific car accident. brief seconds of time, but he still couldn’t track with his
As the fire department tried to cut Austyn eyes, was barely moving the left side of his body and still
needed ventilator support to breathe.
from his car, they became increasingly

afraid he may die before they could rescue Austyn’s ICU stay was full of ups and downs. Three days
after his accident, he developed pneumonia and had to
him. When Austyn was finally extracted have a tracheostomy on day seven. A 3D reconstruction
CT scan of his face showed that although every facial
from the vehicle, he was transported to bone was broken, including his eye socket, cheek and
the closest hospital. His parents were

told he was completely unresponsive and jaw, it was broken in such a way he would heal without
surgery. On day 10, Austyn began playing catch with
on a ventilator. He would be monitored his mom using a stuffed animal. It caused such a
commotion; numerous staff members came running to
overnight, and a neurosurgeon would check see. That day, Austyn smiled for the first time since his
him out in the morning.

At the time of Austyn’s accident, Karolina was working accident, and the following day, he said his name using a
with the IT department supporting the Orlando speaking valve.

Health Medical Group and believed Orlando Health Austyn was transferred to ORMC’s ICU step-down
Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) would unit, then a week later he was ready to be admitted to
provide Austyn with the best possible care. Austyn Orlando Health’s Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center.
was soon transferred to ORMC’s Level One Trauma
Center and quickly taken for additional scans. While “If I thought the ICU stay was emotionally difficult,
in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Austyn’s parents were the rehab stay was an even bigger emotional
advised his CT scan showed their son had sustained a rollercoaster,” recalls Karolina. When Austyn arrived
severe brain injury with multiple bleeds. at the inpatient rehab unit, the only part of his body he
had any control over was his right arm. He was still on a
Shane asked, “What does this mean for my son? feeding tube and his post-traumatic amnesia was so bad
When will he wake up?” The neurosurgery physician that he didn’t remember anything two minutes after it
assistant looked up at both Karolina and Shane and said, happened.
“I am sorry to have to tell you this, but the type of brain
injury your son has is un-survivable.” After gathering Austyn had a dedicated team of therapists who believed
their composure, Karolina and Shane had to break the in him and pushed his limits daily. Twenty-five days
news to Austyn’s three younger siblings. after his accident, his family watched in joyful tears
as Austyn’s therapists lifted his legs for him as he
As the clinical teams took extraordinary care of Austyn, walked down the hall. Less than two weeks later, at an
various Orlando Health departments stepped in and unprecedented rate of recovery, Austyn was walking on
provided astonishing care for their colleague, Karolina. his own. Then finally, after just four weeks in the rehab
Through the family’s darkest days, team members from center, Austyn’s family came to the hospital and found
across the organization rallied around them. They set a thrilling surprise. They witnessed Austyn walking
up meal deliveries, made sleeping arrangements, offered across the rehab finish line with only a cane as he was
their prayers and support, donated Paid Time Off hours, discharged home one week early!
and, most of all, offered unwavering compassion.
Today, Austyn is pursuing a degree at Seminole State
Never giving up on their son, Austyn began showing College. He loves the pool and the beach, and in his
remarkable signs of potential recovery. He reached up spare time enjoys painting, reading and playing video
and grabbed the neurosurgeon’s hand as he performed games. His strong willpower and perseverance have
a sternal rub on him. “Well, that’s a game-changer,” proven that he can overcome any challenge.
said Marshall Cress, MD. With the slight change
in consciousness, Austyn now had a 10% chance of
survival.

Omaze Experience
Provides $1 Million

in Grants to Support Children with Epilepsy

Omaze, as their name so fittingly reminds Under the leadership of Luis Bello-Espinosa, MD,
us, has become an amazing supporter of Orlando Health Arnold Palmer has been able to
Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital modernize their approach to epilepsy and provide more
for Children through their partnership with comprehensive, compassionate care. Equipped with
Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. the most advanced technology available, the Epilepsy
Monitoring Unit will provide families and doctors
An online fundraising platform, Omaze gives people with comprehensive evaluation that results in precise
the chance to win once-in-a-lifetime experiences and diagnostics, which are especially critical for patients
prizes to support nonprofits around the world. with hard-to-manage, complex seizure disorders.
The unit’s six monitoring rooms will include state-
Beginning in the fall of 2020 and continuing through of-the-art electroencephalogram (EEG) equipment
this past March, Omaze provided donors the chance and other diagnostic technology. Focused on family-
to win an Orlando-area dream house or $1 million! centered care, each room will have a special space for
Omaze helped drive substantial levels of awareness to parents to stay with their child to provide emotional
raise funds to support the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit support and comfort during extended stays. Our goal
at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer. Through the power is to significantly enhance the patient experience and
and generosity of Omaze’s donor community around improve quality of life and outcomes by increasing ease
the world, more than $1,000,000 was granted to of access to life-changing care.
support the buildout and enhancements of the Epilepsy
Monitoring Unit. To learn more or support this project, contact
[email protected].
Epilepsy Monitoring Unit at Orlando Health
Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

Part of the Leon Pediatric Neuroscience Center of
Excellence, the epilepsy program at Orlando Health
Arnold Palmer is designated as a Level 4 Epilepsy
Center. This designation by the National Association
of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC) means that patients in
need of the highest level of specialized care can count
on Orlando Health for the most advanced technology
and solutions available to care for all conditions on the
epilepsy spectrum.

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was saying didn’t seem to add up, her behavior was odd
and her emotions were erratic. Iris began to share that
she felt like her brain was “frozen on ice”.

Meet Iris Returning to the hospital and receiving additional
tests at the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, her neurologist,
Bang! The noise coming from the second floor of her Dr. Bello-Espinosa, noticed something that redirected
home sent Omaira quickly upstairs. She found that her the medical team’s initial thoughts. He asked Omaira
daughter, Iris, had walked into a wall. Iris seemed fine if she had ever seen the movie “Brain on Fire”, the
physically, but she was confused and unaware of her film based on a true story of a young woman with
surroundings. As a precaution, she took her daughter a mysterious illness that later turns out to be a rare
to the closest emergency department. They tested Iris autoimmune disease attacking her brain. This is what
for COVID-19 as she was displaying many symptoms of Dr. Bello-Espinosa believed Iris was suffering from.
the virus, including fever and nausea. Returning home, He went on to explain that the first incident was most
they isolated Iris in her room while they waited on test likely what is known as an “awareness seizure”, which
results. means the person is alert, but is having a seizure within
a small portion of their brain. The following day, this
progressed to a full-blown seizure.
With this new direction, and further diagnostic testing,
her neurologist was able to confirm Iris had Anti-N-
methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor encephalitis, an
autoimmune condition in which the body produces
antibodies that act against receptors in the brain,
resulting in both neurologic and psychiatric symptoms.

The next day, everything changed. This time, there was Today, Omaira credits Dr. Bello-Espinosa
another noise from upstairs, but much louder. Omaira and the Orlando Health Arnold Palmer
felt complete dread as she raced upstairs. She screamed team with saving Iris’ life. Iris receives
for Iris as she went to her room and found her laying on monthly Intravenous Immunoglobulin
the floor; her hands crooked as her body experienced Therapy (IVIg infusions) in follow-up care.
tremors. Iris was having a seizure. Omaira felt terrified Omaira and Iris are grateful to share their
and utterly helpless as she watched her daughter’s eyes story and hopefully help more families in
roll backward. Iris was gasping for breath and her lips similar situations.
began to turn blue. Omaira prayed as she called 911.
Upon arrival, the first responders evaluated Iris and
decided she needed to be seen at Orlando Health
Arnold Palmer. Iris spent the next three days in our
hospital undergoing tests, but despite this, nothing
revealed a definitive diagnosis. Iris was recovering
and had no further episodes. Consequently, Iris was
discharged for care at home with education, preparation
and directions to return if another episode should
happen. Only one day after returning home, things Iris

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greatest need, including purchasing life-saving medical
equipment, expanding vital services, and underwriting
training resources and programs that impact patients
and the community.

Orlando Health Pediatric Trauma “We are so thrilled that Dr. Plumley has been
Director Receives National honored with this prestigious award,” said Cary
Impact Award D’Ortona, president of Orlando Health Arnold
Palmer. “While he is an incredibly skilled physician
Medical director of pediatric trauma at Orlando Health and surgeon, what is so admirable about him is
Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, his passion for educating our community on how
Dr. Donald Plumley, MD has been awarded the 2020 to prevent traumas and emergencies from ever
Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Hospitals Impact happening in the first place.”
Award. This inaugural award recognizes one clinician
or team across the country that has made a significant With nominations submitted by hospitals across the
impact on the care provided to children in their United States, the committee selected Dr. Plumley
hospital. after careful evaluation, citing that his excellence
demonstrates exceptional care supported by CMN
Dr. Plumley has spent his 27-year medical career at Hospitals funds.
Orlando Health, caring for some of the most injured
and critically ill patients in Central Florida and “It was such an honor to have this opportunity to
across the world. He has been an ongoing champion recognize an incredible caregiver like Dr. Plumley.
for fundraising through CMN Hospitals partners In all years, and especially following this past
and programs, as the dollars raised locally provide year, we value the incredible work of clinicians at
support for Orlando Health Arnold Palmer’s areas of children’s hospitals,” said Teri Nestel, president
and CEO of CMN Hospitals. “Learning about
the many ways Dr. Plumley is serving not only the
patients and families in his community, but his
dedication and service to advancing pediatric
healthcare globally is inspiring. Dr. Plumley
reminds us that together, we can change kids’
health and change the future, for all of us.”

A SEASON OF SUPPORT Support While You Shop

Through support of corporate partners and Topgolf: June 1 – July 31
committed donors, Orlando Health can continue Walmart: June 28 – July 25
Take 5 Oil: July 19 - September 25
to provide excellent, leading-edge medical Ace Hardware Miracle Bucket Days: August 6 - 8
care. Thank you for supporting our community Love’s Campaign: August 30 - October 2
efforts this season to help us secure a legacy of
excellent medical care. For more information

about any of these initiatives,
visit CMNOrlando.org.

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campaign and are already planning for their next
opportunity to make a difference for our children’s
hospital.

Ace Hardware: Central In addition to the in-store efforts, the Ace
Florida’s Red Vested Heroes Foundation provides philanthropic support
to hospitals through special events and
Ace Hardware knows how to be the helpful place initiatives. Each year, the Ace Foundations
in the community, and here in Central Florida, selects a group of recipients to receive their
they believe there is no more helpful place than ‘You Rock Award’, representing an individual
their local children’s hospital, Orlando Health or team who has gone above and beyond for
Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. the Ace Foundation and Children’s Miracle
Network Hospitals. In addition to the award,
Throughout the year, participating Ace Hardware the Ace Foundation makes a donation to the
locations raise funds to support Orlando Health’s recipients’ local CMN Hospitals. Orlando
mission by selling World’s Finest Chocolate Bars, Health Arnold Palmer was selected as the
hosting special promotions like Miracle Bucket 2020 hospital team recipient and was gifted
Weekend and asking guests to round up their $10,000 from the Ace Foundation.
purchase to the nearest dollar. These fundraising
initiatives provide Orlando Health Arnold Palmer We are grateful for our partnership with Ace
with vital funding to help children and families Hardware and the Ace Foundation. With support
who are in need of specialized medical care. This from these business owners and their customers,
past April, Ace Hardware Heroes collectively we can meet the most urgent needs for sick and
raised more than $42,500 through their Round Up injured children, save more lives, and protect our
collective future.

Get Involved Save The Date

Extra Life: Dairy Queen Miracle Treat Day: October 28
Register to play games & save lives at Extra-Life.org

Donate While You Dine OrlandoHealthFoundation.com

Dairy Queen: June 1 – July 31
Panda Express, Panda Cares Day: August 8
IHOP Kid Chef Campaign: September 14 – October 31

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Vision Elvis Presley is at the top of the music charts, the
average cost of a new car is $2,200.00 and Albert
&Values Covelli is opening his first franchise – the first-ever
McDonald’s in Warren, Ohio. The year is 1959. Fast
THE IMPACT OF COVELLI FAMILY forward 62 years, and that one franchise has morphed
LIMITED PARTNERSHIP ON into a family-run business stretching across three
ORLANDO HEALTH generations and more than three key restaurant brands,
one of the largest being Panera Bread®. While the food
offerings are all different, the basic operating premise is
the same. Covelli Family Limited Partnership (CFLP)
vows to treat all customers and employees with total
dignity and respect, and there is another common
denominator – to give back.

Albert’s children, Sam Covelli and Annette (Covelli)
Ford, have both taken the philanthropic lessons
instilled by their parents and imparted them on their
own children. Annette and her husband, Gavin, have
worked closely in the day-to-day operations of CFLP as
they raised their family in Central Florida. For over 15
years, Annette’s son, Kevin Ricci, has been significantly
involved in the ownership and operations of the cafés,
focusing on the growth of the business in the Tampa
and Orlando markets.

Kevin discusses his philosophy on giving back, as
well as the impact of CFLP and Panera Bread in our
community:

WHAT DOES YOUR DAY-TO-DAY WORK LIFE
LOOK LIKE?

I lead our 62 bakery-cafes in Central Florida and Tampa
with a hands-on approach which enables me to know
the business inside and out. I spend more of my time in
our cafes than I do in my office. I feel I can be a more
valuable asset to our organization by enveloping myself
in the Panera culture and talking one-on-one with our
customers. I view our employees and customers as part
of my extended family, so I make my decisions based on
what is best for everyone.

Top picture: Kevin Ricci WHAT IS YOUR PHILOSOPHY ON GIVING BACK?
Bottom picture (left to right): Kevin Ricci, Kerry Ricci, I was raised with a strong moral responsibility to give
Annette Ford and Gavin Ford back to the community and consider this to be one
of the most important missions in my personal and
professional life. This is part of the reason why I’ve
found such a home with the Panera Bread brand, as
giving back has always been a part of their organization
as well, but we have expanded upon it and made
philanthropy the central component of our family
business.

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WHY DO YOU CHOOSE TO SUPPORT Celebrating Covelli Family Limited Partnership
ORLANDO HEALTH? and Panera Bread’s support of Orlando Health

I was introduced to all that Orlando Health does for and the significant impact made
the Central Florida community through my mom’s in the following areas:
(Annette’s) service on the Orlando Health Foundation
Board and the Central Florida events and programs Level One Trauma Center at
we have participated in for many years. The incredible Orlando Health Orlando Regional
physicians, nurses and staff throughout the hospital
system are inspiring in their passion and dedication Medical Center
for giving the utmost care to the next generation of
Floridians. Knowing that CFLP’s contributions are The Heart Center at Orlando Health
directly impacting patient care and can save lives is an Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children
incredible honor.
Supported by the Valentine Heart Cookie campaign sold
WHAT IS THE FUTURE OF COVELLI FAMILY from February 1 - 14 at select Panera Bread locations.
LIMITED PARTNERSHIP AND YOUR VISION FOR
THE COMPANY? The Haley Center for Children’s Cancer
and Blood Disorders at Orlando Health
I am envisioning a bright future for CFLP. This past
year has proved that our company is strong, resilient Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children
and capable of overcoming any obstacles thrown our
way. While the road was suddenly filled with new Seacrest Studio at Orlando Health
turns, it allowed our business model to evolve and Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children
become even more versatile for our customer’s needs.
The road ahead will be filled with growth, technology Neonatal Intenive Care Unit at
enhancements and, of course, delicious food options Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital
you can enjoy anytime and anywhere. In addition
to Panera, you will also see our other concept, Fresh for Women & Babies
Kitchen, expand throughout the Orlando area.

We want our guests to know we will continue to
uphold our commitment to philanthropy and helping
our community. We are proud to give back and help
worthy organizations like Orlando Health to support
their mission to ensure that all people are treated
with respect, dignity, kindness and compassion. “One
Panera” is a phrase often used in our Panera family of
employees. I believe it is more fitting now than ever.
I am looking forward to this new chapter in history
that has yet to be written. We are “One Panera” in this
journey together.

The philanthropic impact and legacy of Breast Cancer Center at
Covelli Family Limited Partnership can Orlando Health Cancer Institute
be seen far and wide across the Central
Florida community. Orlando Health is Supported by the Pink Ribbon Bagel campaign sold during
grateful to be a part of this legacy. the month of October at select Panera Bread locations.

For more information on Corporate Giving, please
contact Drew Strochak at (321) 841-5938 or
[email protected].

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Each year we invite our team members and physicians Over
to support the mission of Orlando Health by making
a donation to our annual Team Member Giving $620,000
Campaign. The theme of the campaign is “Be All
In,” encouraging team members to recognize the raised
importance of not only the time and quality care they
provide for patients, but also invite them to be part Over 4,200
of the impact philanthropy has on our hospitals and
programs. team members
As Orlando Health continues to serve our community & physicians
during this season, the response from our team
members has been one of selflessness. Team members 41%
have stepped up not only by continuing to provide
compassionate care to our patients, but giving back so growth in dollars
we can do even more for our community. We are proud raised
to say we truly saw our mission in action.

Thank you to Kelly Nierstedt, president of Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women
& Babies, and Andrew Snyder, senior vice president of marketing and communication, for
serving as co-chairs of the campaign for the second year in a row. With their leadership
and support of over 30 campaign vice chairs throughout Orlando Health, we saw the most
successful year to date!

THE TEAM MEMBER GIVING
CAMPAIGN IS SUPPORTED

IN THANKS TO OUR
BE ALL IN DAY PARTNER!

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Supporters like the Westgate Resorts Foundation
enable us to continue addressing child abuse
through comprehensive services that offer
specialized medical assessment, advocacy and
resources and evidence-based mental health
counseling. Past grants awarded by the Westgate
Resorts Foundation have supported...

Child abuse prevention
awareness training for nearly

8,000

community members.

Westgate Resorts Foundation Emergency and transportation
assistance for almost
Supports Central Florida Families
500
The Westgate Resorts Foundation has been a
tremendous partner of the Children’s Advocacy Center families.
at The Howard Phillips Center for Children & Families,
a part of Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Snacks for up to
Children, through grant funding, in-kind donations
and emergency assistance for families in crisis. Since 300
2016, Westgate Resorts Foundation has given $90,000
in grant funding in support of the Children’s Advocacy children receiving therapy
Center. per year.

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, the The assistance for families prevents additional
Westgate Resorts Foundation remained a pivotal crises, such as homelessness, and keeps families
contributor of The Center’s work, providing a major gift engaged in services they desperately need to heal.
to continue to assist families impacted by child abuse. The generosity of the Westgate Resorts Foundation is
With their continuous support, we are meeting the exemplified at every level of the organization as they
needs of those most vulnerable in our community, so are always ready to support our community and help
they don’t have to face overwhelming challenges alone. provide families with what they need to heal and live
healthy and productive lives.
Throughout the past year, our community has felt
the weight of the coronavirus pandemic. For families About the Children’s Advocacy Center
already living in or on the brink of crisis, it becomes
a dangerous situation where children are at even The Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) is the name
greater risk of experiencing abuse, neglect and other for the group of programs, including Child Protection
tragic circumstances. More than ever, the work of the Team, Child Advocates and The Healing Tree that
Children’s Advocacy Center is vital to Central Florida’s provide a compassionate and coordinated community
most vulnerable families and the community at-large. response to abused children in Central Florida to
reduce trauma and help them heal.

To make a donation to support the CAC, visit
Give.OrlandoHealth.com/CAC.

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In Recognition of
Doctors’ Day

HONOR

A DOCTOR
NATIONAL DOCTORS’ DAY

At Orlando Health, our physicians believe that caring for patients
is more than just a job. As a result, we often find the doctor patient
relationship extends beyond one of everyday care to trusted friendship, and, in
some cases, an extension of family.

As our community continues to navigate through a global pandemic, those
bonds are all the more important.

On March 30 every year the U.S. observes National Doctors’ Day. This day is a
way for patients to say thank you to the doctors from whom they, or someone
they love, have received extraordinary care and compassion. This year, once
again, we received an outpouring of support from our patients and donors - a
true testament to the bond we share with our community.

We would like to take this opportunity to highlight physicians recognized
during this year’s National Doctors’ Day.

Photo caption (left to right): Regan D. Rostorfer, MD - Hematology & Oncology,
Sunanda Mangraj, MD - Infectious Disease and Aurelio Duran, MD - Cardiology.

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Thanks to all those who Scott D. Greenwood, MD Donald A. Plumley, MD
made a donation in support Christine C. Greves, MD Lynda C. Pollack, MD
of the following doctors: Terrence M. Gross, MD Vipin P. Popat, MD
Michael S. Gurian, MD Kathleen A. Pulsifer, DPM
Elpidio A. Abreu, MD Amparo Gutierrez, MD Mary H. Quarterman, MD
Sumith C. Aleti, MD Edgar D. Guzman Arrieta, MD Joseph F. Ragno, MD
Julio J. Alvarez Cardona, MD Julio J. Hajdenberg, MD Robin L. Rahm, MD
Elizabeth A. Alwohoush, MD Jamal A. Hakim, MD George A. Ralls, MD
Iordanca D. Anica, MD Charles W. Heard Jr., MD Naren R. Ramakrishna, MD
Gene R. Arangorin, MD Luis J. Herrera, MD Ricardo J. Ramirez, MD
Alka M. Arora, MD Robert A. Hirschl, MD Surabhi Ranjan, MD
Irena M. Assefa, MD Paul H. Hutschenreuter, PA Lillian Reguero, MD
Jason T. Atienza, MD Richard H. Janovitz, MD Justin M. Rineer, MD
Nicholas G. Avgeropoulos, MD Tirrell T. Johnson, MD Inoel R. Rivera-Ramirez, MD
Frank R. Avilucea, MD Alan D. Johnston, MD Diane C. Robinson, PhD
Said M. Baidas, MD Craig P. Jones, MD Christian A. Rosado, MD
Parkash Bakhtiani, MD Zafar U. Kaleem, MD Jeffrey P. Rosen, MD
John K. Bickerton, MD Gary A. Kalser, MD Stephen J. Rosenberg, MD
Jeffrey A. Bornstein, MD Mahshid Kamyab, MD Regan D. Rostorfer, MD
Debashish Bose, MD, PhD Barry J. Kaplan, MD Michael L. Russell, MD
Lavone G. Bradfield, MD Benjamin M. Kaplan, MD Fanor M. Saavedra-Pozo, MD
Daniel J. Buchholz, MD Vijaykumar S. Kasi, MD, PhD Carlos E. Sabogal, MD
Anthony L. Cabreira, MD Omar R. Kayaleh, MD Anupama S. Saigal, MD
Christina S. H. Chen, MD Patrick Kelly, MD, PhD Alden E. Sanborn, MD
Wei-Shen Chin, MD Richard D. Klein, MD Jose E. Sarriera, MD
Robert H. Chong, MD Ronald C. Knipe, MD Veronica L. Schimp, DO
Shehzad H. Choudry, MD Jasna Kojic, MD Jason C. Sea, MD
Kaitlin M. Christopherson, MD Chad D. Kollas, MD Matthew A. Seibel, MD
Pranav B. Chudgar, MD Daniel A. Landau, MD Robert N. Serros, MD
Kristin E. Clemons, MD Joshua R. Langford, MD James Shaffer, MD
J. D. Cole, MD James S. Lawrence Jr., MD Nikita C. Shah, MD
Donald M. Collins, MD Jason E. Lemoine, MD Sanjeev K. Shroff, MD
Susan M. Constantino, MD Brett J. Lewellyn, MD Dean Sider, MD
Gary G. Cook, DDS Mickey Liao, MD M. Firas Sioufi, MD
David F. Cowan Jr., MD Mario J. Madruga, MD Amy A. Smith, MD
Marshall C. Cress, MD Barinder S. Mahal, MD Jeffrey R. Smith, MD
Ana E. Cuesta Fernandez, MD Khizar M. Malik, MD Mark A. Steiner, MD
Michael F. D’Angelo, MD Eleftherios P. Mamounas, MD Sandra R. Stine, MD
Maria V. De Leon, MD Sunanda Mangraj, MD Edward A. Stockton, MD
Edmund F. Delgado, MD Rafael R. Manon, MD Suzanne J. Supplee, DO
Neelu Dhingra, MD Scott D. Marsel, MD Cameron W. Swanick, MD
David A. Diamond, MD Joan Martich, MD Mariel Szapiel, MD
Victor A. Diaz Cotrina, MD Virgilio Matheus, MD Brooke A. Thermidor, DO
Ronald R. Domescek, MD James L. Mayo, MD Sajeve S. Thomas, MD
Chandresh Duggal, MD William Mayoral, MD Josef G. Thundiyil, MD
Aurelio Duran, MD Mariselly Medina, MD Rafael O. Toro-Serra, MD
Dennise C. Durkee, MD Sean T. Meiner, MD Jennifer E. Tseng, MD
Tomas Dvorak, MD Viresh Mohanlal, MD Jay A. Vachhani, MD
Arnold M. Einhorn, MD Derek Morris, DDS Travis B. Van Dyke, MD
Elizabeth Feldman, DMD Rajesh M. Nair, MD Jessica M. Vaught Aviles, MD
Keron A. Ferguson, MD Caroline N. Nguyen-Min, MD Mark A. Vollenweider, MD
Paul M. Foreman, MD Daniel J. Nohra Revilla, DO Huy M. Vu, MD
Srujani Gaddam, MD Gregory Olavarria, MD Adam J. Waldman, MD
Joel A. Garcia Fernandez, MD C. J. Parker, MD Jamee M. Walters, MD
Hermes G. Garcia, MD Jan C. Parrillo, MD Benjamin Wang, MD
Joel R. Garcia, MD Deven M. Patel, MD Robert P. Weaver, MD
Calvin L. Gibson, MD Kavita M. Pattani, MD Thomas H. Wentzell, MD
Penny S. Glickman, MD Tori J. Peppler, MD Amapola D. Whiteside, MD
Brent A. Golden, DDS, MD Angelina C. Pera, MD David Wong, MD
Patrico P. Gonzales, MD Phuoc H. Pham, MD Xinjun Zhu, MD
Blaine B. Pitts, MD

Pfizer Grant Provides
Increased Support
for Central Florida
Cardiac Patients

Thanks to a grant provided by The ATTR-CM Nurse Navigator, Roberto Rivera-Olmo,
Pfizer Quality Improvement Projects, helps patients navigate complex care, treatment and
cardiac patients in Central Florida follow-up, as well as conducts one-on-one education
diagnosed with Transthyretin Amyloid about this condition with patients. Through this new
Cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM) can now program, Roberto will be able to assist 10-15 ATTR-CM
feel more supported navigating their patients per month.
care through Orlando Health.
Our main goals for this program are to:
ATTR-CM is an underdiagnosed and potentially fatal
disease characterized by deposits of amyloid protein 1 Create a robust care coordination process for
fibrils in the walls of the left ventricle, the main individuals with ATTR-CM in Central Florida,
pumping chamber of the heart. Treatment for this
diagnosis can be complex, often leaving patients feeling 2 Increase education on ATTR-CM among
overwhelmed handling their care. patients with this condition, leading to increased
health and wellness,
With the assistance of this grant from
Pfizer, Orlando Health has been able to 3 Align with current institutional resources we
establish a care coordination program have related to ATTR-CM, including genetic
with a Nurse Navigator who assists testing and counseling.
ATTR-CM patients in managing their
treatment. The addition of a Nurse Navigator specifically assisting
the Amyloid population in Central Florida will
also help Orlando Health pursue recognition as an
amyloid Center of Excellence in our community. This
designation will allow us to reach more patients with
this disease and provide them with the highest level of
care.

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“The addition of this program will Photo caption: Nurse Navigator, Roberto Rivera-Olmo,
significantly impact the healthcare who assists ATTR-CM patients in managing their
experience of these cardiac patients by treatment.
helping them to get diagnosed sooner
and start therapy earlier. Receiving It is believed that
treatment earlier will positively impact
their quality of life and longevity. less than
Through this program, patients have
someone they can directly contact 1%
regarding diagnostic testing, therapies
and financial and social support,” states of people
Roberto Rivera-Olmo.
with ATTR-CM
This new program is one of the more innovative are diagnosed.*
advancements in ATTR-CM and will help us to connect
and better serve this patient population. Thanks to *2018 Internal Analysis, Data on File, Pfizer, Inc.
Pfizer Quality Improvement Projects, our new ATTR-
CM Nurse Navigator and streamlined services will
help us to continue to meet our mission of improving
the health and quality of life for the Central Florida
community.

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Jared and Julie Wolovnick When the world began to shut-down in the Spring of
Continue Support of 2020, events and fundraisers were some of the first
things cancelled, with no idea of when circumstances
Orlando Health Amidst would allow such functions to operate again. For
COVID-19 Pandemic non-profits and organizations needing philanthropic
support to care for others, where did this leave them?
That was the thought racing in the minds of Jared
and Julie Wolovnick in the midst of the world-wide
pandemic.

As long-time supporters of Orlando Health, Jared and
Julie were aware of the huge role philanthropy plays in
impacting the lives and healthcare needs of those in
our community. As the annual fundraisers and events
they had grown used to participating in were cancelled,
the Wolovnicks turned to each other and thought there
must be something they could do. They could not let a
year pass by without doing something to support their
community.

After much thought, Jared and Julie created a new way
to continue their philanthropic efforts in a safe way
outdoors: a golf tournament to celebrate the couple’s
birthdays, which both fall at the end of the year.

In December of 2020, they did just that. Joined by a
small group of invited guests, the Wolovnicks hosted a
three-day golf tournament at Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill
Club & Lodge, The Country Club of Orlando and The
Golden Bear Club. Jared, Julie and their guests enjoyed
playing these three great golf courses in Central
Florida, all for a cause close their hearts. In total, they
raised over $90,000 for Orlando Health through the
tournament. For them, the joy came in the ability to
continue to give despite the cancellation of events
across our nation.

Recognizing the success of the event and the happiness
they found in hosting their own tournament, Jared and
Julie are looking forward to the future of their now
annual event, The Wolovnick Cup.

We are thankful for their continuous generosity,
and for thinking of Orlando Health and our
patients during one of the most challenging
years. Through their on-going support of our
hospitals, they continue to create lasting impact
within the Central Florida community.

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Romero Britto’s Happy Art Movement

Comes to Seacrest Studio Orlando

New, colorful artwork is always an exciting addition to Considered the most licensed artist in history and
the already welcoming and kid-friendly atmosphere at an activist for charitable organizations worldwide,
Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. Romero’s work has been exhibited in galleries and
When the artwork is provided by a world-renowned museums in over 100 countries. His mission has
artist, the addition is even more meaningful to our always been to create a visual language of love, hope
patients, families and team members! and happiness that inspires millions and reflects his
This past March, Orlando Health Arnold Palmer optimistic view of the world around him. He is an artist
officially became a part of the “Happy Art Movement” who believes “art is too important not to share” and we
when artist Romero Britto donated two pieces of are so grateful he has chosen to share his vibrant,
vibrant artwork made specifically for our hospital. This iconic imagery and fun patterns with our patients at
donation was in honor of the opening of our Seacrest Orlando Health Arnold Palmer.
Studio, which launched in December of 2020. To
unveil the new art pieces, Romero joined our patients
and team members live, via Zoom, sharing a special
broadcast and Q&A session through the studio.

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Bayfront Health
St. Petersburg Helps Dan
Continue Doing What
He Loves Most

In October of 2020, Bayfront Health St. Petersburg Bayfront Health St. Petersburg. As an avid diver herself,
officially joined the extended Orlando Health family. she believed there was an underlying issue causing his
During its more than 100-year history, Bayfront symptoms – not a stroke – and ran follow-up cardiac
Health St. Petersburg has earned a reputation for tests.
being the trusted healthcare resource everyone in their Dr. Espinola determined that the cause of Dan’s issues
community can depend on. The hospital has been was a ventricular septal defect, an abnormal opening in
recognized as the only state-accredited Level Two Adult the lower pumping chambers of Dan’s heart. Through
Trauma Center in Pinellas County, a key factor in Dan’s this discovery, Dan learned that while he would need
survival after suffering an unknown episode while surgery to correct the blood flow in his heart, he would
diving in the Gulf of Mexico. not have to give up his love of diving.
As a lifelong diver, Dan immediately knew something After undergoing surgery by the cardiac care team at
was wrong when he couldn’t feel his legs coming up Bayfront Health St. Petersburg, Dan is now back on
from a dive. Forty-five miles offshore is not the place the water doing what he loves. He credits his ability to
you want to experience a medical situation. However, dive again to his doctors and their understanding of his
with the help of his diving companions and the U.S. unique case. They did not just look at the symptoms,
Coast Guard, Dan was able to seek immediate medical they looked at the patient as a whole. In his own
attention at another hospital in Saint Petersburg. The words...
doctors at that hospital ran tests and determined Dan
most likely had a stroke, causing his symptoms. “Everybody across the
Dan’s paralysis, though scary, was a short-lived event board – they went above
and wore off in about a half-hour. Because of this, and beyond to figure
the veteran diver believed his incident was simply the out what was going
effects of decompression sickness caused by rising too on and made me
quickly to the surface when diving. So, despite being feel comfortable.”
cautioned to refrain from diving again, Dan was back
out on the water a short time later, although focused on
being more cautious.
This time, however, after rising to the surface, Dan
experienced crippling vertigo. He immediately knew
something else was going on and was determined to get
a second opinion. Dan went to see Trina Espinola, MD,
an otolaryngology specialist at

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TRIBUTE GIFTS | February 1, 2021 - April 30, 2021

An ideal way to celebrate the life of someone special is through a gift in their name. Not only does your gift honor
the individual, it also enables Orlando Health to carry on life-saving care for others.

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