JUPITER, FLA. (October 11, 2016) – On October 20th, Jupiter Medical Center Foundation is hosting
a cocktail and dinner event, “An Evening Honoring Joe Namath,”
at the Plaza Hotel in New York City. The evening will honor the contributions
of Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Namath in the search for
a treatment for traumatic brain injury (TBI) as well as raise funds for
a phase II clinical trial at the Joe Namath Neurological Research Center
at Jupiter Medical Center.
Jupiter Medical Center’s President and CEO, John D. Couris, expressed
his profound thanks to Joe Namath. “At Jupiter Medical Center, our
goal is to provide world class health care for our community. We are grateful
for Joe Namath’s support and commitment in working with us as we
investigate a potential treatment for TBI and raise funds to cover the
cost so that all patients who qualify for the clinical trial are able
to participate regardless of their ability to pay.”
Traumatic brain injury is believed to be the leading undiagnosed injury
in the United States, affecting athletes, motorcyclists, children involved
in team sports, military personnel, senior citizens and others. Those
living with TBI can struggle with its devastating effects for days, months,
years or even for the rest of their lives. The FDA-approved clinical trials
are designed to determine whether or not hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT),
a treatment that Joe Namath received at Jupiter Medical Center, could
be a leading-edge treatment option for traumatic brain injury patients.
“This event is about giving the public an opportunity to learn about
HBOT and giving a voice to those currently suffering from TBI,”
said Liv Vesely, President of the Jupiter Medical Center Foundation. “We
could not have imagined a better advocate for those survivors than we’ve
found in Joe Namath.”
Joe Namath and the researchers at the Joe Namath Neurological Research
Center believe that HBOT is a promising medical advancement that can provide
real relief to patients affected by the lasting consequences of traumatic
brain injury. ‘An Evening with Joe Namath’ is intended to
bring further attention to the growing issue of TBI and to contribute
to raising the funds necessary to carry out potentially life-changing
HBOT clinical trials. “Hyperbaric oxygen therapy truly works,”
said Joe Namath, “I have experienced first-hand the relief that
HBOT can provide to those suffering from brain trauma and I am so grateful
for that.”
The dinner event, hosted by sportscaster and former NFL defensive back
John Dockery, will treat close to 400 guests to an evening inspired by
fall foliage and football. The event will be chaired by Joe Cabrera, Vice
Chairman of the Eastern Region of Colliers International, Charlie Modica,
Founder and Chancellor of St. George’s University, and John Wren,
President and CEO of Omnicom, and will include a remarks from Lt. General
Robert Chelberg, President of Wounded Warriors of South Florida.
Other highlights of the evening will include a video of grateful HBOT patients,
featuring Joe Namath, discussing the life-altering treatment that they
received at Jupiter Medical Center. Exclusively curated silent and live
auctions, featuring an in-home Chef Experience with the world-renowned
chef Mario Batali, a walk-on role in an episode of Showtime’s “Ray
Donavan” series, a one week stay at the Colony Hotel in Palm Beach
including a lunch with Joe Namath, and other high value items, will supplement
fundraising to benefit the Institute.
About Jupiter Medical Center
A not-for-profit 327-bed regional medical center consisting of 207 private
acute-care hospital beds and 120 long-term care, sub-acute rehabilitation
and Hospice beds, Jupiter Medical Center is reimagining how to restore
the community’s health and wellness. Award-winning physicians, world-class
partnerships and innovative techniques and technology enable Jupiter Medical
Center to provide a broad range of services with specialty concentrations
in cardiology, oncology, imaging, orthopedics & spine, digestive health,
emergency services, lung & thoracic, women’s health, weight
management and men’s health.
Founded in 1979, Jupiter Medical Center has approximately 1,500 team members,
575 physicians and 640 volunteers. Jupiter Medical Center continues to
perform in the top 10% of hospitals for patient quality and satisfaction.
For more information on Jupiter Medical Center, please call 561-263-2234 or visit
Jupitermed.com.
About Jupiter Medical Center Foundation
Since its founding in 1989, Jupiter Medical Center Foundation has empowered
Jupiter Medical Center with the financial resources to reimagine the delivery
of health and wellness to the region. Jupiter Medical Center Foundation,
together with Jupiter Medical Center, is committed to transforming regional
health care through leading-edge technology, patient-centered care and
enhanced facilities. The Foundation has funded a number of major projects
at Jupiter Medical Center, including the De George Pediatric Unit in partnership
with the Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, the Margaret W. Niedland
Breast Center, Anderson Family Orthopedic & Spine Program, the Frank
E. and Mary D. Walsh Robotic Surgery Program, and the Florence A. De George Pavilion
As a leading not-for-profit medical provider in the region, Jupiter Medical
Center relies on philanthropic gifts to maintain patient well-being and
quality of care, and Jupiter Medical Center Foundation is dedicated to
securing this financial support in order to fulfill the mission of the
organization. For more information, please visit:
www.jmcfoundation.org