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Spring 2007
Enhancing SensoryExperiences
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Snoezelentherapy
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IN memoriamPAGE 10
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Message from the
Presidentand CEOEach time I prepare to share my thoughts with you, I becomekeenly aware of the extraordinary dedication of St. Peter’s staffto the patients and residents they care for each day. Meetingtheir needs and expectations is what they do best.
For adults with chronic illness and disability, there is no quickcure, or high tech piece of equipment that will make them bet-ter.Traditional methods of care are not always an option for ourpatients and residents.
That is why at St. Peter’s, we are committed to finding ways tominimize and manage the daily effects of lifelong illnessthrough Innovation and Research.
For the people in our care, St. Peter’s is the only answer. Ourhigh touch, low tech approach to caring ensures that all of theirphysical, mental, emotional and spiritual needs are being met.
We are committed to continually investigating and developingeffective care options so that our patients and residents can livewith grace and dignity. Our purpose is to provide the supportthey need to cope with heart or kidney disease, arthritis,
dementia, neurological condi-tions such as Parkinson’s,stroke, traumatic injury, ampu-tation,and even end of life.Wewill do whatever we can tobring them joy and comfort.
I hope that the cover of thisissue piqued your interest.Snoezelen® therapy is havinga significant and positiveimpact on enhancing the lives of our patients and residents. Iinvite you to read more about Snoezelen® and some of theother exciting innovative activities and research projects thatare making a difference in the lives of our patients and residentsin this edition of St. Peter’s Post.
In closing, I would like to extend a personal invitation to ourupcoming 7th Annual Golf Classic on June 12 in support ofInnovation and Research at St. Peter’s.What better way to kickoff the summer than to spend time in the company of friendsenjoying a relaxing round of golf. I hope to see you there.
We are pleased to recognize andcelebrate this extraordinaryachievement. Each of theseremarkable individuals hasdedicated 25 years to enhancingthe lives of our patients and for thiswe are truly grateful. Thank you forsharing your caring hearts andcapable hands with the manypeople who have neededSt. Peter’s over the years.
Congratulations tothe newest membersof St. Peter’s
QuarterCenturyClub
Front L to R: Cheryl Regis, Susan Jerome, Catherine McCaffrey,Mary Maley, Ellen Pittaway
Back L to R: Donna Cripps, President and CEO, Linda Fawcett, Hennie Aitken,Dusanka Kolaric, Linda Wolfe, Lorna Charles, Shari Hazlett, Anna Arpino,
Lorna Bundy, Beverley Graham, Sharon Arat, Janis Humphrey,Cheryl Martin, Dorothy Hylton
Absent: Marlene Guy, Pamela Uhrig, Lynn Chapman
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Even though it has been years since his last wrestling match,Mike Sharpe is still recognized by fans who remember him asIron Mike Sharpe. Etched in their memory is his characteriza-tion of the ‘bad guy’ who sported the mysterious black armband and wrecked havoc on his opponents in the ring.However, to fans who meet him, it doesn’t take long for them tosee that in reality, Mike Sharpe is one of the good guys. Mikenever hesitates to stop and speak to a fan or share behind thescenes stories from his days as a professional wrestler.
These days, Mike has another message to impart to his fans, andthat is the importance of good health – something Mike doesn’ttake for granted especially after being hospitalized for a seriousleg infection.
In the summer of 2006 while working in his backyard, Mikeaccidentally cut the lower part of his legs. Thinking these wereonly minor injuries, he did not immediately seek medical atten-tion. However, the cuts on his leg became infected causingsevere pain. The pain led to a bad fall which required emer-gency medical care and hospitalization.
For the first two weeks,Mike couldn’t get out of bed due to severeulcers and wounds on his legs and poor circulation as a result ofthe infection. After three months in acute care, Mike was trans-ferred to the rehabilitation unit at St.Peter’s Hospital in July 2006.
As a rehabilitation patient, Mike presented a bit of a challengefor physiotherapist Anne Smith. At 6’ 4”, Mike was definitely alot taller than other patients Anne was used to. When he firstarrived, Mike needed a wheelchair, so Anne started him on con-ditioning and strengthening exercises. However, it quicklybecame clear that even with all the weights applied to theequipment, the exercises were too easy for Mike.
“Working with Mike, I had to ensure that he was doing exercis-es that were good for strengthening but at the same time chal-lenging for him – which was quite different from what is con-sidered challenging for my other patients. However, as a formerprofessional athlete, I didn’t have to sell Mike on the impor-tance and benefits of exercise in his rehabilitation. In fact,Mikewas very self-motivated,goal-oriented and always doing as muchas he could to get better.”
Focused on getting back on his feet, Mike didn’t hesitate to fol-low orders. “As an athlete, a performer, and a stuntman, I wasalways in tremendous shape because I was constantly active. Allmy life, I had my own exercise routine I followed, but becauseof my physical limitations as a result of my injuries, I had toadapt to doing what was necessary for me to improve.”
Mike also credits the interaction with other patients as con-tributing to his recovery. As a wrestling fan favourite,his celebri-ty did not escape the other patients in the hospital. Mike wasoften approached for an autograph,to meet visiting family mem-bers, or just to talk.
“I was surprised that so many of the other patients recognizedme from my wrestling days, but I always enjoyed speaking withthem. I could relate to what they were going through in rehab.I realized that getting better was not just a physical thing, butthat socializing with the other patients was another form of ther-apy. By sharing our stories and struggles, it helped make me real-ize that I wasn’t any different with my own health problems.”
The popular patient was also a source of inspiration and moti-vation for others as well. Although she wasn’t initially familiarwith Mike’s wrestling career,Anne was happy to see the posi-tive effect he had on the other patients. “Mike is very outgoingand has a gregarious personality. He talked to everyone andtried to cheer up the other patients when they were feelingdown. He was always one to stress the importance of exerciseand was a great booster for rehab.”
Eventually Mike began to use a walker and then just a cane forsupport.After nine weeks, he was discharged in October 2006.However, that wasn’t Mike Sharpe’s last appearance atSt. Peter’s. To date, he still attends chiropody at the hospital ona weekly basis and continues to make time for patients whocould use a little boost.
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Dr. Atul Sunny Luthra, MD, MSc (Pharmacology) FRCPCVice-President, St. Peter’s Medical Staff AssociationMedical Co-Director, Behavioural Health Program, St. Peter’s HospitalHead, Division of Geriatric Psychiatry, Hamilton Health SciencesMedical Director, Brant Geriatric Outreach ProgramConsultant Geriatric Psychiatrist, St. Peter’s Hospital and Homewood Health CenterClinical Assistant Professor, Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University
Dr. Luthra has specialized in the field of geriatric psychiatry for over 15 years.Through his leadership and association with health care organizations inBrant, Hamilton, Wellington-Dufferin and Halton, Dr. Luthra is helping peoplewith a diagnosis of dementia or psychiatric illness to enjoy meaningful andactive lives. He provides assessments and delivers treatments for patientsliving at home, in long term care facilities, in retirement homes and in acute
and complex care hospitals. His area of expertise is the assessment and management of behavioural distur-bances in patients with dementia. Other common reasons for referral to Dr. Luthra include risk assessments offrail elderly living at home, and evaluation of depressive illnesses following major surgical interventions such ascoronary bypass or orthopedic surgeries, or medical illnesses such as heart attack or strokes. In addition to hisclinical services, Dr. Luthra is researching innovative medical treatments for behaviours as a result of dementiathat will provide the most benefits while minimizing potential side effects.
Duncan Schwarz, MSc, MD, CCFPConsultant in Palliative CareMedical Director, Palliative Care Program, St. Peter’s Hospital
From his first foray into palliative care as a volunteer, Dr. Duncan Schwarzknew that caring for people with an incurable illness was what he wanted todo. After completing his Doctor of Medicine and Family Medicine Residencyat McMaster University, Dr. Schwarz focused his attention on specializing inpalliative and end of life care. He completed a Palliative Care Fellowship atMcMaster in 2005, and soon joined St. Peter’s as the Medical Director of the
Palliative Care Program. Today, his skill and compassion is ensuring that patients receive care that is holistic andtailored to their individual needs in an effort to relieve physical, psychosocial and emotional challenges associatedwith terminal illness. In addition to his responsibilities at St. Peter’s, Dr. Schwarz is a lecturer and, member of theEducating Future Physicians in Palliative and End of Life Care (EFPPEC) committee within the Division of PalliativeCare, Department of Family Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster University.
St. Peter’s Physicians are among the very best in health careand we want our community to know who they are. In the Fall2006 edition of the Post, we introduced all of our physiciansand shared two indepth profiles featuring Dr. Lori Regenstreifand Dr. Kanwal Shankardass. In this issue, we are pleased toprofile Dr. Atul Sunny Luthra and Dr. Duncan Schwarz.
St. Peter’sPhysicians
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Snoezelen® uses technology toenhance sensory experiences.Lights, sounds, aromas, tactile sur-faces and moving images are used tostimulate, relax, calm, or energize.
As an important therapy in manag-ing the effects of dementia,Snoezelen® is regularly employedby therapeutic recreation staff atSt. Peter’s Hospital.“Sensory aware-
ness and appreciation is a strengththat generally remains intact asdementia progresses,” explainsLaura Robertson, therapeutic recre-ationist.“So,our goal is to encouragepatients to participate in activities
that promote interaction, help to manage a challengingbehaviour, or enhance their remaining skills.”
At the hospital, a Snoezelen® cart is making it possible forstaff to bring the therapy to patients anywhere in the hospi-tal. The cart is equipped with fibre-optic strands, a lightedbubble tube, a black light, a projector that displays images orcolours,an aromatherapy fan with essential oils,different tac-tile objects, and a CD player.“The reaction to these activitiesis very dependant on the individual and the reason for thetherapy may be different for each patient,” explains Laura.“For some patients it may help to spark a memory, while forothers it may help them to relax.”
Snoezelen® therapy has also been used with patients who arenearing the end of life.“Many palliative care patients are unableto participate in traditional programs because they are too ill,”explains therapeutic recreationist Kim Morgan. “With theSnoezelen® cart,we are able to bring activities to the bedside.”
At St. Peter’s Residence at Chedoke, our long term care site,a specially designed Snoezelen® room is available for resi-dents. The room features all of the sensory activities listedabove, as well as an eye catching painting entitled “GoneFishing,” by local artist Elizabeth Gruevski.“Within minutes,there is a noticeable difference in a resident,” commentsAndrea Dean, resident program supervisor. “For example, aresident who is generally non-communicative may open upand talk about how the lights or sounds make them feel.Theexperience or outcome is different for each person.”
The Snoezelen® concept was defined in the late 1970's byDutch therapists, Jan Hulsegge and Ad Verheul, while workingat the De Hartenberg Institute in Holland, a center for peoplewith intellectual disabilities.The concept quickly garnered sig-nificant interest across Europe.Snoezelen® is now used in over30 countries in education and care settings for: children withdisabilities and autism spectrum disorders; and for individualswho have Alzheimer’s or other dementias,mental illness,chron-ic pain, challenging behaviors, acquired brain injury, and otherconditions. In addition, Snoezelen® is gaining momentum inthe mainstream population as an antidote to stress.
Innovative therapy
enhancesthe senses
Whether it is to help spark a memory,stimulate the senses or calm an agitatedpatient, Snoezelen® has become an integraltherapeutic tool at St. Peter’s.
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Andrea holds the award she received in February.It is presented annually by the Hamilton and Area
Therapeutic Recreation Association to an individual whohas made outstanding contributions to the profession.
Congratulations
Special momentat St. Peter’s
We’ve always known that St. Peter’s staff is the bestin their fields.We are humbled by the fact that theirpeers think so too. Congratulations to Andrea DeanResident Program Supervisor, St. Peter’s Residenceat Chedoke who was recently acknowledged forher work in the field of the therapeutic recreation.
Congratulations to Mr.Albert and Mrs. Mary Bakytaon the occasion of their 65th wedding anniversary.Mr.and Mrs.Bakyta were married on Valentine’s Day,1942 in Hamilton. Mr. Bakyta has been a patient atSt.Peter’s Hospital since 2003.Despite a major snow-storm on their anniversary this year, the Bakyta’sthree children ensured that there were flowers anda cake to mark this once in a lifetime occasion.
Sue Di Sabatino,RN, BScN, MScN (candidate)Clinical Nurse Specialist, Palliative Care
Sue is a highly skilled health professionalwith over 16 years of nursing experiencein an acute care setting. She is currentlycompleting a Masters of Science inNursing Degree with a focus on palliativecare at D’Youville College in Buffalo.Most recently, Sue applied her skills tohelping patients in the Intensive CareUnit at the Hamilton General site ofHamilton Health Sciences. As a mentorfor new staff and through her dedicationto continuous learning, Sue quickly
gained recognition as an effective educator resulting inpositions as a Clinical Tutor in the School of Nursing,McMaster University, and a Sessional Instructor in thePractical Nursing Program at Mohawk College.
Welcome to St. Peter’s
Provincial InitiativeBoosts Infection Control
As the result of Operation HealthProtection (OHP) - a three year ActionPlan implemented by the Ministry ofHealth and Long Term Care (MOHLTC) torevitalize our public health system by pre-venting threats to our health and promot-ing a healthy Ontario – infection controlinitiatives are being enhanced across theprovince and at St. Peter’s.
As part of this provincial initiative, wewould like to welcome Mercy Fynn-Sackey to her new position as Infection
Control Practitioner. She will be working alongside VirginiaTirilis, Infection Control Coordinator, on a part-time basis.
Mercy first joined St. Peter’s this past December as a reg-istered nurse. In addition to her nursing experience, Mercyhas participated in a research project through the WorldHealth Organization regarding the knowledge and use ofuniversal precautions by healthcare workers in Ghana;assisting in organizing seminars for nursing and other pro-fessionals; and developing infection control guidelines inseveral health care institutions.
Mercy obtained her Bachelor of Science in NursingDegree at the University of Ghana, West Africa and hasbeen a member in good standing with the College ofNurses of Ontario since 2000. She has held positions atvarious health care facilities including Trillium Health Centreand Credit Valley Hospital in Mississauga, and RichardsonHospital Centre in Montreal.
Wayne Plummer is probably one of the most recognized facesat St. Peter’s Residence at Chedoke. On a daily basis, Waynecan be seen picking up the mail at reception, and then deliveringit to the nursing stations on each of the Residence’s seven ter-races. On Thursdays at pub night, Wayne acts as the MC, intro-ducing the entertainers and then closing off the evening. Andon Aspen terrace where he lives, Wayne has taken on taskssuch as changing the menu boards each day, updating birthdayannouncements, and helping out with recreational games suchas BINGO and bowling.
It is not surprising then that since starting to volunteer at theResidence in June of 2006, Wayne has accumulated almost300 hours of volunteer service. “I enjoy helping out and keepingmy mind and body active,” says the 62 year old. “I am alwayswilling to help out when I can. I don’t consider these tasks a jobbecause if you make something a ‘job’ you don’t enjoy it.”
The ResidentHelping Hand
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Call For NominationsTruly unique, this award recognizes employee excellence and honours the late John Miller,
a long time St. Peter’s Board Member who was an inspiration to us all.
• John served on the St. Peter’s Board of Directors from 1993 to 2005 and was Chair of the Board from 1998 - 1999.• As a prominent business leader and an outstanding volunteer, John set a shining example for others.
• John was a devoted husband, father, friend, mentor, colleague and leader.
The John Miller Memorial Award celebrates the hard work and dedication of St. Peter’s employees whocommit their time and energy to enhancing the lives of those around them by the work that they do
everyday. Like John, these employees exemplify the mission of St. Peter’s.
Who is eligible to win this award?Employees of St. Peter’s Health System. (One employee from the Hospital and one employee from the Residence will be recognized).
Who can make a nomination?Employees of St. Peter’s, board members, patients, residents, family members or volunteers.
We hope that you will take the time to nominate someone you know, and honour the late John Miller.
The Award ceremony will take place on Thursday June 21st, 2007. Please watch for more details.
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President and CEO Donna Crippswould like to welcom Debbie LogelButler to St. Peter’s team as the VicePresident of Development.
Debbie is an expert and dynamicfundraising professional with exten-sive knowledge in developing and
implementing well-rounded fundraising programs that includeannual,planned,capital and major giving programs.
Much of her previous experience has been within the healthcare and education sectors. Debbie has held leadership posi-tions with St. Joseph’s Healthcare Foundation, St. Joseph’s Villa
Foundation, and most recently, Mohawk College as theExecutive Director, Development and Alumni Relations.
While at Mohawk, Debbie was responsible for the successfulcompletion of Phase I of the college’s first-ever capital fundrais-ing campaign,which surpassed its target by half a million dollars.
Debbie is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) with theAssociation of Health Care Philanthropy and the NationalSociety of Fundraising Executives. She holds a Bachelor of Artsdegree and a Management in the Not-For-Profit SectorCertificate from McMaster University; and a Public RelationsCertificate from Ryerson Polytechnical Institute. Just last year,she completed the Bay Area Leadership Program.
The first blood transfusion in the117 year history of St. Peter’sHospital was performed onFebruary 6.
Unlike at acute care hospitalswhere blood transfusions are thenorm, St. Peter’s has not historical-ly provided on site blood transfu-sions. Patients requiring a transfu-sion are typically transported to anacute care hospital for the serviceand then back to St. Peter’s.
“This new initiative was motivatedby our commitment to providingcomfort and the highest level ofcare for our patients. Being able toperform this service on site willdefinitely enhance their care,” saysElizabeth Krausz, Director ofIntegrated Clinical Practice atSt. Peter’s. “For many of the peo-ple we serve, particularly palliativecare patients, transfers to an acutecare hospital can be physically tax-ing. By being able to meet thisneed on site, the patient canremain in an environment that isfamiliar and more importantly, in
the care of professionals who theyinteract with on a daily basis.”
The service was made possiblethrough a collaborative partnershipbetween St. Peter’s Hospital,Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS)and the Hamilton RegionalLaboratory Medicine Program,Transfusion Medicine Service,McMaster Site (HRLMP). Theleadership and staff of both HHSand Transfusion Medicine workedtirelessly with St. Peter's to ensurea successful transition to this newmodel of care delivery.
“We are proud to be part of aquality initiative so focused onimproving patient care,” saysDuane Boychuk, Manager of theTransfusion Medicine Departmentof the HRLMP. “This type of coop-eration is what makes Hamilton aleader in the provision of excep-tional healthcare.”
To date, the in-house blood
transfusion program is primarilyavailable to palliative care patients,with plans to expand the serviceto other patients in the near future.
“Over the past several years, we’veseen a dramatic change in theneeds of complex care patients,”explains Krausz. “The people wecare for today, require highly skilledand expert care for very complexand multi-issue illnesses. That iswhy, at St. Peter’s, we are dedicat-ed to continually furthering theexpertise and scope of practice ofthe members of our care teams.”
St. Peter’s would like to thank ourpartners at HHS and the HamiltonRegional Laboratory MedicineProgram, Transfusion MedicineService, McMaster site for theirsupport, dedication, and expertisein building this program with us.Together, we are enhancing thelives of patients in complex carehospitals.
Welcome to St. Peter’snew VP of Development
A First ForSt.Peter’s
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Thank you to 2006 HonoraryChair Jack MacDonald, golf proNick Weslock, our sponsors, andall the golfers who made lastyear’s classic a success. Thesold out event raised over$25,000 and made it possiblefor St. Peter’s to purchase aV.A.C. Freedom Wound HealingSystem. This system promotesthe healing of wounds, a poten-tial and serious problem foradults with chronic illness.
Golf Classic2006
• Back by popular demand, a clinicwith legendary Canadian golferNick Weslock
• Complimentary lunch and dinner• Complimentary Driving Range• Raffle prizes
• Hole-in-One contest – Win a car!!• Hole-in-One contest – Win $10,000• Closest to the pin contest• Longest drive contest• Putting contest• Scramble format
Kick off the summer on the golf course with friends in support of Innovationand Research at St. Peter’s.
For people with chronic illness or disability, there is no quick cure or high techpiece of equipment that will make them better.Your support will help St.Peter’sto continue to investigate and develop effective care options so that adults whoneed complex care or long term care services can live with grace and dignity.
Airth, Calvin
Akot, Margarita
Alexander, Yvonne
Allison, Arthur
Anderson, Dennis
Andrew, Albert
Arsenault, Mary Margaret
Baksics, Rose
Basham, Rachel
Batchelder, Jeff
Bell, Doug
Bell, Leon Elizabeth
Bendicion, Loretta
Berry, Cyril
Bodnariuck, Victoria
Bois, Isabelle
Bortoluss, Amelio
Braster, Antonn
Brohman, Margaret
Brown, Douglas
Brownlow, Gordon
Bull, Patricia
Campbell, Earl
Carr, Robert
Cave, Howard
Cerjanec, Marija
Cherek, Patricia "Patty"
Cicero, Concettina
Cicero, Giuseppe
Clark, Earl
Clark, Veronica
Clarkson, Lillian
Cossitt, Lucy
Cuthill, Alex
D'Ambrosio, Adamo
Dallan, Gino
Dartnall, Edward William
Davy, William
Debicki, Sophie
Degrow, Melvin
Denardis, Frank
Duncan, Amelia
Duncan, Jean
Duncan, John
Eaton, John
Elliott, Edward
Elliott, Gary
Emiglio, Mary
Evans, David
Ewen, Ann
Fagan, James
Falconi, Josephine
Farrant, Ben
Fiori, Elvira
Fitzsimon, Lena Lousie
Fleming, Phyllis
Forbes, Marie
Fraser, Alexander Reid
Freeman, Leroy
Friscolanti, Eleanor
Frost, Adam
Gaudet, Joan
Gauvreau, Elmer John
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In MemoriamNovember 1, 2006 to February 28, 2007
We are grateful to the family members and friendswho made donations in honour of:
Geraghty, Raymond
Gibson, David Maxwell
Goit, Donald
Grace, Raymond
Grayson, Bernice
Griffith, Emily Margaret
Guzzo, Florence Anna
Hastie, Hannah
Hest, John Ernest
Hilhorst, Clara
Hilhorst, Gerry
Hook, Charles Edward
Horback, Mr. and Mrs. William
Horton, Ross
Huget, Jozef
Jacobs, Margaret
Jamieson, Margaret
Jamieson, Marie
Janeck, Otto
Jeffery, Audrey
Johnston, David
Juravinski, Vera
Kindree, John A.
Kostial, Rudy
Kostial, Vera
Krick, Brian
Kring, Charles
Kujala, Richard
Linnyck, Babs
Livingston, William H.
Lyons, Mildred
Mahoney, Margaret
Manishen, Melvin
Mansfield, Valerie
Marazzato, Renzo
Marcotte, Shirley Anne
Marko, Peter
Marlow, Jack
Martini, Mary
Martinow, Stella
Mason Family
McDonough, Murray
McEdwards, James
McGillivray, Edward C.
McNulty, Ken
McPherson, Beatrice
Merritt, Ellison
Mollberg, Catherine
Mountousis, Christe
Mudroch, Otakar
Murphy, Larry
Musson, Matthew Edward
Nasmith, Pauli
Nolan, James Joseph
O'connor, Pamela Jean
Olivieri, John
Padfield, Effie R.
Palango, Joseph R.
Pangia Family
Philp, Kay
Pickard, Ernest
Pierce, Eva Bernice
Plewman, Reta
Pollock, Marge
Pratt, Elizabeth
Rafajac, Barbara
Ramsay, Carol
Reid, Glen
Reid, James William
Reid, Roy
Renn, Janet
Richmond, Ruth
Robbins, Harry
Robson, Donald Allen
Rossini Family
Roth, George
Rowsell, Terrance Clifford
Salvatrice, Maria
Scheckenberger, Harold
Scott, Helen
Silcox, George
Smith, Leonard
Snow, Rita
Spera, Syd
St. Peter's Hospital
Stosic, Plagoja
Szep, Helen M.
Tassi, John
Tassi, Philip
Thompson, Donald
Thompson, Willis
Thomson, Charles
Timmins, Edward
Tolos, Chris
Uchida, Minoru
Valvasori, Ellen
Valvasori, John
Wales, Kate
Webb, Donald 'Jerry'
Weil, Lois
Wild, Bruce G.
Zarazun, Mona
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President & CEODonna Cripps
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