SAINTS NEWS | FALL 2020 We’ve Done This Before... Times are tough now, but we have been Within this town there is one door through difficult times before. The Spanish Flu Where sick and weary, and the poor pandemic of 1918 and the Great Depression of May come and rest their aching feet the 1930s stretched capabilities of St. Anthony And get some good warm food to eat Hospital and its staff to the utmost limits – They are not asked, “Where do you live?” physically, emotionally and financially. Yet the Or “Is there something you can give?” focus on our foundress Mother Augustine But with the Sisters’ kindly smile Giesen’s mission to give care and compassion They’re made to feel life is worthwhile for the sick, regardless of their ability to pay, Some are unworthy, some not good never wavered. (But who does live just as he should?) If for our sins we would atone Through the burdens of plague, war and There is no time to cast a stone poverty, then through growth of the city and And just beyond the kindly door expansion of the hospital, the Sisters remained Where gathers sick and maimed and poor irrevocably committed to bringing compas- The Virgin stands with eyes so mild sion and healing care to our community. And in her arms, the Holy Child If more such doors would open wide As we navigate our current health crisis and It would so help to turn the tide the uncertainties of the times, SSM Health Of misery and grief away St. Anthony continues to meet the challenges And bring about a brighter day. and serve all who come, moving our Mission - From a Patient in the 1950s forward, just as would our founding Sisters. SSM Health Urgent Response St. Anthony Foundation Fund Match Board of Directors Brooks Richardson We are proud to support all those on the front lines Chair who are continuing the highest level of care for our Chuck Walworth patients. The Saints Urgent Response Fund was Vice Chair created to provide funding for areas of greatest Linda Whittington need (such as ensuring necessary supplies and Secretary/Treasurer equipment for frontline workers, expanding testing capacity or caring for the urgent needs of patients). Eric Joiner Past Chair Darin Miller and David Neff Development pledged P. S. Bajaj, M.D. a $100,000 matching grant to the Saints Urgent Cindy Batt Response Fund, effectively doubling all donations Jerry Bendorf to the fund through the end of 2020. Response Matt Chesnut to the matching offer has been tremendous Paul W. Dudman Jamie Farha (currently at $85,000), but significant donations Brooke Haneborg are still needed to reach the goal with approxi- Sheila Heim mately 90 days remaining. Chadwick Holeman Wade B. Huckabay Your gift will help keep our patients and our caregivers safe by providing Jimmy Irwin critically needed medical supplies and equipment to care for our Jami Smith King community. Donate online at www.givetosaints.com or call 405-272-7070. Michael J. Milligan Julie D. Naifeh Corey Phillips A Message from SSM Health Suzanne Pointer Gary W. Rahe, M.D. Oklahoma Regional President Patrick T. Rooney Joe Hodges Avis Scaramucci Geoff Stallings SSM Health Oklahoma physicians and staff Brent Stockwell continue to provide exceptional care to patients Phillip Stratemeier, M.D. facing both COVID and non-COVID diagnoses. Terry W. Taylor We have seen an uptick once again in admissions Michael C. Turpen across the region, with nearly one-half of the Joe Hodges SSM Health patients needing intensive care. St. Anthony Foundation We continue to advocate for mask mandates or extension of existing mask Staff mandates in order to curb the trend in exposures to the coronavirus in our communities. With the flu season approaching, having the flu vaccination Sherry Rice Rhodes, CFRE Vice President, Philanthropy and is more important than ever, as is adherence to masking, social distancing Foundation and vigilant handwashing. Kathleen Bartlett, CFRE I am so proud of our courageous Saints in Action who are rising to the Senior Development Director occasion to care for our community during this unprecedented time. Randy Cassimus Director of Annual Giving We’re soon to enter a season of celebrations and gatherings. It’s important to take precautions to protect yourself and your loved Dalton Funkhouser ones. Events - even small gatherings - are among the top causes for Database Manager the spread of COVID-19, so it’s important to remain vigilant. The best, safest course of action is to stay home. When possible, use Diane Pound digital means like Facetime and Zoom to connect with loved ones Executive Assistant during the pandemic. Spread love, not germs! 2 SAINTS NEWS Cancer Institute Opens “When you are diagnosed with cancer, it is a rude awakening, but the oncology staff are so professional and caring that you are relieved and confident that you are in the best care ever. Thank you, St. Anthony!” – Grateful Patient Lobby seating area Thanks to the generous support of our donors, the new and expanded Frank C. Love Cancer Institute opened on February 14, 2020. Improvements include: Third Floor Move - Moved medical oncology from the ground floor to the 3rd floor of the existing facility Light and Healing - A patient-friendly and convenient space with natural light and a healing environment Improved Chemotherapy Areas Chemotherapy treatment area - Nearly doubled chemotherapy and infusion areas, adding private & semi-private spaces More Space - More than doubled the medical oncology space Exam Rooms - More than doubled the patient exam rooms from 7 to 15, so we can say yes to more patients and decrease wait time By offering exceptional care and comfort during a difficult time, SSM Health St. Anthony hopes to offer families a home away from home with the Frank C. Love Cancer Institute. Cancer Resource Center SSM HEALTH ST. ANTHONY FOUNDATION 3 Philanthropy plays a vital role in continuing our Mission of providing exceptional, compassionate Thank You for health care in our communities. You are a part of our lifesaving work, and we are grateful for you. We are honored to recognize your generosity here. The Your Generosity! list below reflects donors who made a gift between January 1 and June 30, 2020. 405 Mask Makers Barbara Baker Karen Blackburn Ms. Annette Byrd Anonymous A&B Wholesale Marketplace Jamie Baker Floyd & Pat Blair Anonymous Mr. Kevin Clements Ms. Megan Abellera Mrs. Guadalupe Balderas Rico Mrs. Clara Blakes Mr. Mark Cain Mr. Stanley Clements Anonymous Mr. J. Michael Ballard Mrs. Kimberly Blakley Ms. Andrea Calvin Madeline Clements Skylar Abernathy Ms. Alex Ballard Mrs. Cathleen A. Blankenship Mrs. Lynda Cameron Ms. Amy Cleveland Academy Sports & Outdoors Pamela Baluyut & Mr. Gary Blankenship Mr. Peter Campbell Mrs. Cynthia Climer Mr. Jeff Ackerman BancFirst Mr. Lash Blankenship Anonymous Ms. Carol Cobb Ronnie Ackerman Ms. Shaquita Banks Mr. & Mrs. Robert Blashfield Kathryn Canham, RNC Mrs. Tammy Cobb Beatrice E. Adams Ms. Taylor Bankston Laura & Brian Blundell Mrs. Addison Cannady Ms. Jasmine Coburn Mr. Zack Adams Mr. Jose Andres Barbosa Ms. Allison Blythe Ms. Rebecca Caproni Ms. Neoma Cogburn Ms. Stephanie Adams Navarro Ms. Christina Boatman Mrs. Kimberly Card Anonymous Thomia Adamson Mrs. Patty Bardrick Brooke Bode Ms. Catalina Cardenas Lori Colbert Ms. Abiodun Adeyiga Lizette Barger Boho & Chic Boutique and Mr. & Mrs. Johnny Carey Steve & Joan Cole Mrs. Courtney Aeschliman Ms. Emily Barlow Missy Moo Stitching Ms. Tamara Carey Stacy Coleman Humberto Aguirre-Marquez Kathleen Bartlett Murphy Boling Ms. Tiffany Caride Ms. Tanya Coleman Drs. Iftikhar & Salima Ahmad Mr. Gabriel Bass Ahmed Bolkhir Dr. & Mrs. Thomas Carlile Mrs. Jessica Collett Mr. & Mrs. Sagiruddin Ahmed Mrs. Paige S. Bass Allan & Jackie Booher Heather Carlson Mrs. Clorinda Collins Mr. & Mrs. Charles Ainsworth Anonymous Boomarang Diner Cindy Carmichael Mrs. Erica Colmenares Ms. Marsha Aka-Bashorun Ms. Mabel Basset Mrs. Mary Boone Ms. Taylor Carnes Ms. Sheila Colvin Ms. Debby Akridge Betty, Cindy & Paula Batt Mr. Robert Bosch & Mrs. Ming Chris Carpenter Compellier Mrs. Amber Alabaster Ms. Karsyn Batt Tsai Mrs. Margo Carpenter Ms. Traci Conkling Solaldara Albetson Derrick Beard Mrs. Tiffany Bowdler Ms. Adoree Carr Mr. Timothy Conner Ryan K. Aldrich, M.D. Dr. Lee & Sherry Beasley Mrs. Brittany Bowman Ms. Carol Carrier Mrs. Denise Conover Ms. Rita K. Alexander Ms. Jamelah Beasley Ms. Mary Bowman Elvira Carron Ms. Loren Constantino Mr. & Mrs. Charles Alexander Ms. Sherita Beasley Ms. Claire Boyd Mr. Robert Carter Mr. Jack L. Cook, Jr. Mrs. Beatrice Alexander Mrs. Cheri Beaty Ms. Christina Boyer Tanya Carter Mrs. Shawnalee Cook Ms. Jean Alexander Mrs. Jodi Beaver Ms. Michelle Bradburry Ms. Alexandra Carter Coolgreens Mr. & Mrs. Richard L. Allen Mr. Brian N. Bediako Mrs. Karen Bradford Mrs. Angelina Carter Mr. Alfonso Cooper Mrs. Pamela Allen Ms. Victoria Bednarz Mr. Mark Branscum Ms. Rachel Carter McKenzie Cooper Lance Allen Anonymous Ms. Mary Brasher Ms. Kellie A. Casas Mrs. Brandi Cooper Reeves Mrs. Stefanie Allen Mr. Patrick W. Belcher Ms. Mary F. Bratcher Ms. Jewelean Case Mr. Wayland Copeland Ms. Donna Allison Belfair of Shawnee Ms. Susie Braun Misti Casey Ms. Cassie Cornett Ms. Faith Allison Ms. Carol Bell Ms. Whitnei Breed Drs. Kacie & Ian Cassaday Ms. Karen Corriea Ms. Mikaela Allred Ms. Megan Bellanger Carrie Breeden Mr. Randy Cassimus Andrea Cosby Ms. Joyce L. Almquist Ms. Brandi Belles Ms. Berthina Brewer Stephanie Caudillo Mr. & Mrs. Keith Cosby Mr. Americo Alvarado Bellini’s Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Brewer Ms. Beth Cellan Dr. & Mrs. Richard Costello, Jr. Amazon Smile Mr. Gary Bemis Bricktown Brewery Ms. Dora Chambers Ms. Julie Costilla American Fidelity Foundation Mr. George Benard Mr. Maximilian Brodie-Mends Mr. Wayne Chambers Mrs. Melissa Covington Mrs. Dawn Amis Ms. Alex Benard Ms. Dawn Brodt-Anderson Mrs.