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After 15 months of construction and nearly $10 million in expenditures, on Monday, February 27, 2012, Mercy’s four brand new, state-of-the-art operating rooms were fully supplied, staffed, and put into use! A total of 20 surgical cases were completed during their very first day of “operations” (pun intended!) The new operating rooms are part of a 16,500 square foot addition just added on the south side of Mercy Hospital. The addition also includes new patient recovery areas, a central sterile processing department, and various staff work spaces. “The new addition is just amazing,” said Rachel Chase, OR Manager. “Our operating rooms are state-of-the-art and include features such as full electronic integration, in-room supplies and storage, improved lighting, and ceiling-mounted equipment booms, which create more space and eliminate our old problem of having electrical cords strewn across the floor.” Chase added, “Since our move into the new ORs, surgeons and staff alike have told me how impressed they are with the new facilities and how easy they are to work in.” Lisa Jacobson, DO with Cadillac ENT & Facial Plastic Surgery agrees with Chase’s sentiments. “The enhanced technology, layout and spaciousness of the new ORs are wonderful and welcome assets. Additionally, I’ve noticed the lighting and décor in the recovery areas are very soothing and are sure to enhance our

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patients’ and their families’ overall experience.” The success realized by this project is due in large part to careful research and planning, which involved many stakeholders. According to Mary Neff, Chief Operating Officer and senior leader responsible for the overall project, “We did our homework and visited a number of other hospitals’ ORs prior to designing and constructing our project, so that we could

incorporate room layouts, equipment, and other features that would best meet our needs.” Neff added, “Many people worked long and hard to make this first phase a big success. Our contractor, DeVere Construction Company has been top-notch and worked very hard to keep the project on schedule and within budget. Corey Christensen, Facilities Manager for Mercy Hospital has also spent many, many

Surgical Services Addition complete — Renovation phase now underway and targeting August 2012 completion

State-of-the-art lighting, booms, and computer integration occupy Mercy’s new ORs

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Pastor Ed Gilbert is no stranger to music or the guitar. In his younger days, before he entered the pastorate Ed worked in Nashville, Tennessee as a professional studio musician, playing the bass guitar. He often played with Grand Old Opry stars when their regular band members were unavailable to perform. Unfortunately, it was during his Nashville career that Ed nearly lost everything by developing a substance abuse addiction. Through his recovery Ed discovered an ability to connect and communicate with children, especially through music. Using his talent in the classroom, Ed worked in an intermediate school district for several years, providing counseling and educational lessons to developmentally disabled children.

This experience led to Ed’s next segue in life, serving as a substance abuse therapist in an inpatient hospital setting. It was during this time that Ed also realized his calling to the ministry. After completing his education, Pastor Ed worked as a minister and planted several small churches here and there before moving to Cadillac in 1998. Pastor Ed joined Mercy Hospital in 2001 and since then, has provided chaplaincy and spiritual care services to patients, families and Mercy associates alike. Pastor Ed’s musical talents became evident early in his Mercy career, through his occasional appearances at meetings with guitar in hand, but there never seemed to be enough time to play

regularly. Additionally, while he owned and played several guitars, he didn’t have a classical model, which plays quietly and is best suited to the small hospital room setting. Finally, after some convincing by Bob Doering, Director of Mission Services, Pastor Ed agreed it was time to incorporate his guitar-playing talents into his regular spiritual care activities at Mercy. Upon hearing about this development and the need to purchase a classical guitar, donors Katy and Chris Huckle decided to put “Operation Mercy Guitar” into action! Within a week of their donation, a classical guitar was acquired, just in time for Pastor Ed and his wife Phyllis to sing Christmas carols to Mercy patients and their families on Christmas morning. Delighted with his new tool, Pastor Ed is now sharing his musical gift throughout the hospital. He plays for groups at special events and inpatient rooms upon invitation, when his extraordinary musical ministry is just what the doctor ordered. He says, “In the last month I’ve left my office door open and started playing. People have stopped in and commented how the music has ministered at just the right time to them.” John MacLeod, President and CEO at Mercy commented, “Consistent with our mission, at Mercy we believe in healing the spirit, as well as the mind and body. Thanks to Chris and Katy’s thoughtful gift, a musical talent has been rediscovered at Mercy that is bringing joy and peace to many.”

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Donation provides new opportunity for music ministry

Natasha H., PCA; Matt L., RN, Pastor Ed, Ryan P., PCA, and Tawnya E., PCA working on Christmas Day On-line giving option now available

Are you interested in making a gift to Mercy Hospital, but don’t want the hassle of the old check book and postage stamp routine? We have a solu-tion for you. Just go to the Mercy Hospital website at www.mercycadillac.com. At the top of the page you’ll see a horizontal list of topics. Hover over “Charitable Giving” and a drop-down list will ap-pear. Move down to “Donate Now” and click on it. A new page will appear with a yellow “Donate” button. Click there and you’ll be asked for your gift amount and credit card information. You’ll also have an opportunity to designate the fund your gift will go to — it’s that easy! Thank you for mak-ing a difference in the health of others!

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Thank you donors! Your 2011 gifts propelled Mercy’s healing mission

Gifts from Individuals Charles & Venita Abel Dr. Elizabeth H. Adamson Bruce A. Ahlich Karen Alberts William & Joan Allinder Clifton & Bonnie Alworden Rick & Dr. Sally Ancel Ron Andersen Gregory & Glenna Anderson Nancy Anderson Alan & Pamela Anderson Steve & Deb Anderson Benjamin & Jody Andrus Carmela Bailey Kim Baird Peggy Baker Lori Barnes Mary Barnum Heather Barry James & Nancy Barton Jacque Beck Rebecca Belleville Joanna Benchley Kim Benz Virginia Bieri James & Ann Bigger Bill Birmingham John & Lois Bishop Jim & Sharon Blackburn Ron & Bobbi Blackman Philip Bliss Don & Sandy Bode Steve & Julie Bonham Kym Bonham Kurt & Laura Borchers Craig & Brenda Borr Barry & Karen Bos Jim & Cindy Bosscher Jane Bouwens Nancy Bowman David & Ann Boyer James & Cristen Brandsma Art & Jackie Breithaupt Alice Brigham Lisa Brigham Glenda Britnell Daniel & Cheryl Brooks David & Teresa Brown Doug & Jill Brown Caelan Burke

Mike Buschell & Wendy Weinfurtner Barb Carbary-Bell Terresa Carrier Dr. Fred & Rochelle Carroll Jon & Jenny Catlin Tina Champion Dr. Nora Chang Roger & Rachel Chase Bill & Deborah Chilman Corey & Brenda Christensen Robert & Cecilia Clark Nicole Clough Tim & Judy Coffey Lisa Compton Dr. Alan & Dianne Conrad Henry & Carolyn Cortez Jean Crandall Dr. Tom & Jeanne Crosby Becka Cross Todd & Laurie Cross Paul & Kathryn Cruikshank David & Darlene D’Arcangelo Sean Davis Joey Decker Kevin & Laurie Decker Linda Dennis Alan & Peg Devereaux Eric Dextrom Jeanette Dickerson Mary Dillon Dale & Kathy Dixon Bob Doering & Trish Langdon Mike & Sandy Dolack Kim Donahue Paul & Linda Dryburgh Dr. Jerry & Mary Dudek William & Julie Dulaney Jennifer Duncan Summer Dykhouse Victor Eastlund & Vicki Wilson Jessica Eising Mary Elenbaas David & Mary Jane Ellens Jason & Dr. Alicia Elmore Edward & Deanna England Mari Eubank Cynthia Evans Bill & Dawn Ewald Kyle Farmer Stephen Fehlinger Cathy Feister

Lewis & Joan Feister Richard & Sheri Fiet Mike & Carla Filkins Gary & Gayla Finstrom Steve Firkins Jodi Fisher Carolyn Flore Lory Folks Lisa Fox Laura Galvanek Joseph & Mary Gardner Jerry Gariglio Eric & Precia Garland Rich & Deb Garvon Joy Geeseman Chris & Julie Gentry John & Judy Gerhart John & Karen Gernaat Judith Gibbs-Currow Geneva Gibel Shannon Gilzene Greg & Kathleen Glasby Lisa Gonzales Charline Gray Robert & Paula Greene Beth Grove Tammy Gunnerson Katrina Gurden Dr. Mark & Jill Haan Stephan & Janyth Haines Brad & Traci Hall Tina Hall Randal & Diane Hamilton Ronald & Linda Hamilton James Hansen Gus & Theresa Hansen Maynard & Joanne Harig Vicki Harrigian Eva Harris Rande & Connie Harris Heather Haverkamp Gerald & Shirley Hawkins Sharlyn Helsel Dave & Penny Helton Kellie Herringa Kerri Hicks Theresa Hill Bob & Judy Hilty James & Leigh Hinkamp Paul Hittle Leora Hoaglund

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Gifts from Individuals Judge David & Joy Hogg Acacia Holmes Rick Horner John & Rose Horrigan Edmund & Joan Host Don & Brenda Hower Terry Hubble Chris & Katy Huckle Tom & Kaye Huckle Scott & Roxanne Hunter Heather Hutter Maureen Ingle Dr. Tim & Marlene Iseri Emil Isken Tom & Dr. Lisa Jacobson Diane Johns Dale & Gail Johnson Judy Johnson Jeff & Penny Johnson Mary Juriga Bob & Janet Kass Deanna Kehl Dr. Robert & Melissa Kendell Karen Kendziorski Dean & Mary Kidder Steve & Lorri King Dan & Laurie Kinney Drs. Dominic & Helen Kiomento Phil & Marilyn Kliber Jill Knapp Christy Knight Carlton & Marlene Kohler George & Carol Krach James & Jesica Kroes Drs. Jeff Krusniak & Kerry Day-Krusniak Don & Pat Lakin Karrie Lambert Dr. Greg & Cecily Lambourne Mark & Dr. Susan Lanser Eric Larson Janet Larson Betsy Leavell Paul & Bonnie Liabenow Lorraine Lierman Malcolm Lincoln John Linderman Charles & Deb Lindsey Mike & Kathryn Lueder Dave Mackey & Deb Brinkman

Thank you donors! Your 2011 gifts propelled Mercy’s healing mission

Ginny Mackey John & Freda MacLeod Sarah Marine Curtis & Mary Sue Martin Michelle Martin Jan Masten Kathryn Mathieu Howard & Vivian McColley Dave & Kathy McCurdy Missy McGiness Robert McLean Carmelina Meiers Douglas & Susan Mellema Keith & Gale Merchant Robert & Patricia Meyer Phyllis Meyer Melissa Miles Ann Miller James & Deana Miller Julie Miller Lisa Minthorn Mark & Jennifer Mitchell Raymond & Ruth Modders Amber Morris Dr. Carl Mosberg Karen Mulder Steven & Lisa Myers Dr. Sasidharan & Galicana Nair Courtney Nederhood Stan & Mary Neff Douglas & Donna Nelson Harry & Betty Nelson Theresa Nelson Roy & Joyce Nichols Jerry Niles Ines Nizzola-Ware Tara O’Dell Michael & Catherine Olivero Gregory Olsson Kim O’Neil Dan Ouwinga Harold & Carol Owens Yvonne Parkhurst Edwin & Barbara Patterson Michelle Payne Penny Payne Harold & Judith Persails Eleanor Peterson Mekoe Peterson William & Frances Pleimann

Kim Polzin Hugh & Jodi Potter Mariette Potvin Phil & Janet Potvin Dr. & Mrs. Edgar Pou Dr. Nelson & Elaine Pou William Powell Nancy Prince Norman and Norma Prochaska Marvin & Marlene Puska Matthew Putman Mickey & Amy Putman Jennifer Raymond Beverly Regts Ranae Reuther Lori Robbins Larry & Susan Rogers Jennifer Romatz Kent & Betsy Rosenau Shelley Rosenberry Dale & Mary Rosser Sharon Ruetz Dr. Maria Ruiz Dr. Andrew Rummel Phyllis Runyan Bill & Janine Rzepka Dr. Michael & Michelle Salata Don & Anita Samardich Jane Sanderson Trevor Scarbrough Connie Schlegel David Schneider William & Patricia Schnell James & Diane Schrank Mary Jo Schrank Jerry & Bonnie Schray Ryan & Kelli Schutte David & Nancy Scigliano Sue Scott Kerry & Diana Seehase Chris Sharp Shanna Sharp Nicole Sheets Thomas & Constance Shepard Krista Sian Gary & Carol Silkworth Sue Simcock Gerald & Jane Sinkel Jill Siple Cliff & Pat Sjogren Molly Skiver

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Thank you donors! Your 2011 gifts propelled Mercy’s healing mission Gifts from Individuals Dennis & Denice Smith Ward & Patricia Smith Pamela Smits Kimberly Speese Bonnie Springberg Ruth Stahl Richard & Mary Starkweather Mike & Beth Stebbins Muriel Stehouwer Mike & Bonnie Stephan Elaine Sterkenburg Gary & Mary Jo Stratman Paul & Barb Struthers Randy & Sandra Sucharski Kris Sutton Todd & Lori Swarts Robert & Kathryn Swiger Michael & Patricia Szczepanik John & Joy Taylor Tom & Nan Taylor Trisha Teare Allen Tessler Cindy Tessman-Williams Dr. Charles & Ann Urse Brian & Julie Valice Judith VanderMeulen Marcia VanderPlas Katyn Vennema Dr. Glenn & Bernice Verbrugge Tiffany Waddell Nishi Ward Renee Watkins Lori Weedon Joyce Welsh Stacey Werner Nancy Werra Rich & Evie Westmaas Nancy Whitehead Norman & Donna Whittum Nancy Wielinga Tom & Joan Wigton Marjorie Wilcox Carl & Margaret Willers Jeremy Winkle Lolly Winn William & June Winn Sharon Wischmeyer Stuart & Rita May Wright Mike & Anne Zdrodowski Dan & Karen Zenner Lori Zuiderveen

Gifts from Organizations AAR Mobility Systems Advertising Impressions Agility Health, Inc. Airway Oxygen, Inc. Alcoholics Anonymous Allergy & Asthma Specialists of Cadillac Apria Healthcare Audiological Services of Cadillac Avon Automotive Avon Protection Systems B & P Manufacturing, Inc. Baker College of Cadillac Bombardier Recreational Products BorgWarner Thermal Systems Bowman & Rogers, PC Cadillac Credit Bureau, Inc. Cadillac ENT & Facial Plastic Surgery Cadillac Family Physicians Cadillac High Girls Volleyball Team Cadillac Lions Club Cadillac Michigan Local Chapter of AAPC Cadillac News Cadillac Orthopaedics Cadillac Surgical Care, PC Cadillac Tire Center Cadillac Urology Practice CareLinc Citizens Bank - Cadillac Citizens Bank Wealth Management Chemical Bank - Cadillac Culver’s Restaurant DeVere Construction Company, Inc. DK Design Group Don’s Auto Clinic, Inc. Edward Jones EZ-Loader Boat Trailers, Inc. Family Practice of Cadillac Fifth Third Bank - Traverse City Firstbank - Cadillac Fox Ford Lincoln & Fox Toyota Scion of Cadillac Godfrey Chevrolet Buick, Inc. Goodrich Quality Theaters, Inc. Grand Traverse Radiologists, PC Highpoint Auto & Truck Center Hospitalists of Northern Michigan J. LaPorte & Associates, PC Law Offices of King & King

Mackinaw Trail Health Associates Mercy Hospital Volunteer Services Michigan Assn. of County Clerks Northern Billing Specialists, Inc. Northwestern Bank Otis Elevator Company Outen Estate Piranha Hose Products, Inc. Rec Boat Holdings, LLC Rollin M. Gerstacker Foundation Ryan Dobry Diabetes Charity Sisters of Mercy #216 Trinity Home Health Services Twin Lakes Anesthesia Wexford County Deputies Assn. Wolverine Power Supply Cooperative, Inc. Wright & Filippis, Inc. WWTV/WWUP TV 9&10 Gifts in Tribute In memory of Irvin F. Cook David & Sandra Smith In memory of Karen Farrington Stacey & John Gannon In memory of Einar Helgason Larus & Esther Einarsson In memory of Barney & Anna Holysko — Sister Mary Holysko, RSM In memory of Carol Kiffner Nicholas Kiffner In memory of Margaret L. “Peggy” Richmond — Guy Benson Diane Bentley BGCA Social & Welfare Committee Judith Blackhurst Joseph & Shelva Cebulski Robert & Cecilia Clark Sperry & Gertrude Claypool Dr. Alan & Dianne Conrad James & Peg Frisbie Steve & Dee Frisbie Lawrence & Martha Garber Dr. William & Marsha Grace Evelyn Hamacher Gerald & Karlene Hoekwater George & Joan Irvine Herbert & Judith Joynt Thomas & Erma Keizer Deborah & Michael Kelley Dr. Roland & Julane Lamkin (continued on page 7…)

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Outens leave $200,000 bequest to Mercy Hospital Cadillac Foundation A bequest is an extraordinary gift, given by special people who desire to make a difference in the lives of others. A bequest transcends the lives of its donors and demonstrates an ultimate commitment to a non-profit organization’s mission and services. Many times, a bequest is also preceded by a direct connec-tion or experience between the donor and the organi-zation. So it was with the bequest received by Mercy Hospital from the estate of John and Mabel Outen in 2008. John Outen was a patient at Mercy Hospital in the early 1990’s. At that time, John and his wife Mabel were both retired and living in Reed City, Mabel’s home town. As a boy, John experienced an abdominal injury that had long ago healed, but resulted in com-plications that were now causing serious problems. Then in his early 80s, John was sent by ambulance to Mercy Hospital in need of emergency surgery, which was performed by Dr. Glenn Verbrugge. According to his niece, Wava Woods, “Uncle John never forgot the great care that he received from Mer-cy Hospital and his physicians, Dr. Verbrugge and Dr. Stehouwer. At Uncle John’s age, they weren’t sure if he would pull through the surgery, but he did and then lived another 20 years to reach the age of 102!” John and Mabel Outen spent their working lives liv-ing in the Pontiac area. Following the Great Depres-

sion, John worked for many years in the automotive industry. Mabel was an elementary school teacher for 36 years. Both were also very active with a variety of hobbies. John was an avid gardener, investor, and en-joyed home improvement projects. Mabel loved art, music, sewing, and crafting projects by hand. Mabel passed away before John in January 2004 but before her death, a passion for helping others had al-ready been demonstrated by the college scholarship program she and John established at the Osceola County Community Foundation. Before his passing in 2007, John identified several charities to benefit from his and Mabel’s lifetime of hard work. Remembering his experience at Mercy, John elected to leave a $200,000 gift to the Mercy Hospital Cadillac Founda-tion. The Outen bequest was combined with the Pell be-quest and is now endowed. Together, these funds are invested to produce earnings, which are distributed to Mercy Hospital annually to fund nursing scholarships, equipment for the Pell Imaging Center and other facili-ty and medical equipment purchases as needed. “I’m sad that Uncle John and Aunt Mabel aren’t here to see the difference their gift is making at Mercy Hos-pital, but I know they would both be very proud of how it has been invested to generate earnings for the benefit of Mercy and its patients,” said Woods.

Mabel & John Outen, circa 1945

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hours making sure there was always a smooth interface between current hospital operations and the new construction.” Now that the addition is complete, work has shifted to renovating space in the old surgery department. When it is finished, all functions will be grouped together for “one-stop-shopping” on the hospital’s first floor. That means a patient and his/her family will enter the department on the first floor and stay there the entire time for his/her outpatient surgical experience. According to Mary Rosser, Patient Experience Manager, “The new center offers our patients and families what matters to them most - a seamless surgical experience in a warm and healing environment that supports comfort, privacy, and convenience.” Completion of the entire project is expected by August, 2012. A public open house is planned to celebrate the new combined facilities at that time.

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Please join us for the 9th annual Mercy Golf Ball on June 9, 2012 Spring is nearly upon us and before we know it, the ninth annual Mercy Golf Ball will be here. If you’ve yet to join us, we’ve heard from a number of repeat par-ticipants that the Mercy Golf Ball is one of Cadillac’s premiere golf tournaments. Perhaps 2012 will be your opportunity to discover why the Mercy Golf Ball is a favorite of over 130 golfers! In addition to offering outstanding golf tournaments, great camaraderie, and coveted bragging rights, the Mercy Golf Ball is the foundation’s one and only fund-raising event of the year, generating critical dollars to update medical equipment and facilities. All proceeds from this year’s Golf Ball will be used to purchase up-dated infant warmers for the obstetrics department. Golfers may choose from two venues, each with their own unique tournament. At McGuire’s Resort, die-hard golfers register as two-person teams and play 27 holes organized by flight. Because McGuire’s is home to the 18-hole Spruce and 9-hole Norway courses, all 27 holes are played just once. Those looking for 18 holes of play will enjoy the four-person team scramble at the Cadillac Country Club (CCC.) The CCC was founded in 1910 and features a par 70 course that challenges golfers of all skill levels. Each tournament awards prizes to the winning teams, as well as a variety of proximity prizes, such as longest drive and closest to the pin. Golfers and non-golfers alike are encouraged to join the casual after-golf reception at McGuire’s Resort, located in the Terrace Room restaurant. This is a great opportunity to join friends and unwind after a fun-filled day of golf. At the reception, tournament winners and proximity prize winners are announced. A limited silent auction is also available, featuring golfing packages and

(L-R) Ted Mahan, Dr. Kevin Anderson, Dr. Robert “Skip” Kendell,

and Jim Blackburn enjoy a break during the 2011 CCC scramble

other prizes that all help to support Mercy Hospital’s healing mission. Sponsors are a huge part of the Mercy Golf Ball and we are grateful for their support. This year’s four major event sponsors are Chemical Bank, Don’s Auto Clinic, Fifth Third Bank & Highpoint Auto. We hope you’ll mark your calendar for June 9 and plan on joining us at the 9th annual Mercy Golf Ball! Complete details and registration materials are availa-ble at www.golfball.eventbrite.com. You may also call the foundation office at 231-876-7325 for more information.

Thank you donors! (continued from page 5…)

In memory of Margaret L. “Peggy” Richmond Dr. Thomas & Jan Moriarty Michael & Elizabeth Okoren Mariette Potvin William & Corinne Potvin David & Sylvia Reiser George & Mary Richardson William & Patricia Smrekar The Tides Club Chad & Cheryl Vandercook Shirley & Roy Vomastek Mike & Alice Weaver Steven & Kathleen Yates In honor of Mary Starkweather’s retirement Bruce Ahlich Darlene & David D’Arcangelo Deb & Rich Garvon Theresa & Gus Hansen Mary Juriga John McGiness Sandy & Ray Monroe Mary & Stan Neff Dale & Mary Rosser Kerry & Diana Seehase Barbara & Paul Struthers Lolly Winn In memory of John Steigerwald, DO Katharine Pikarski In memory of John J. Tamulis John Wellman In memory of Alan M. Thomas, Sr. Anonymous

On behalf of the entire Mercy Hospital Cadillac Foundation Board, thank you donors, including anonymous donors for your generosity! Your gifts have made a big difference in the health of others by furthering Mercy’s healing mission.

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Mercy Hospital Cadillac Foundation Board of Trustees

Jeremy Winkle, President

Katy Huckle, Vice President

Nancy Bowman, Secretary/Treasurer

Steve Anderson, Trustee

Jim Blackburn, Trustee

Thom Eory, Trustee

Mario Iacobelli, Trustee

Lorri King, Trustee

Greg Lambourne, M.D., Trustee

Ginny Mackey, Trustee

John MacLeod, Mercy Hospital President/ CEO

Bill Rzepka, Trustee

Foundation Staff:

Precia Garland, Director

[email protected], 231-876-7522

Kim O’Neil, Assistant

[email protected], 231-876-7325

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