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We are impacting lives in Orange County everyday with the generous support of donors.
“Added in January 2019, this innovative technology increases treatment options and gives thousands of patients the best possible chance of becoming free of cancer.”
Faster, More Powerful Cancer Treatment
The Varian TrueBeam® Radiotherapy Linear Accelerator was installed and became fully operational at The Center for Cancer Prevention and Treatment at St. Joseph Hospital in January 2019. This addition to our Center, increases treatment options and gives thousands of patients the best possible chance of becoming free of cancer.
This innovative technology also increases our ability to precisely locate and image tumors, as well as provide radiation treatment that is more accurately focused with fewer side-effects — thus enhancing our patients’ quality of life.
The TrueBeam® Linear Accelerator is faster, safer and more powerful than the previous machine it replaced. It destroys cancer by precisely focusing high-energy rays on cancer cells while preserving healthy tissues bordering the tumor. This advanced radiotherapy technology allows our caregivers to treat more adult and pediatric patients, help achieve better treatment results, and improve each patient’s experience.
St. Joseph Hospital is grateful for the support received from individual, corporate and foundation donors who helped make this state-of-the-art therapy available to our community.
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Making Medical History
Thanks to donor support, Providence St. Joseph Hospital is first in the world to acquire eCential Robotics’ open spine platform.
Team Effort
Since 2012, Don and Ronna have generously supported various initiatives, with a particular focus on the Heart and Vascular Center.
Elevating Patient Care
On September 9, 2024, Providence St. Joseph Hospital celebrated the grand opening of the new intermediate care unit (IMCU).
The Magic of Giving Back
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Spirit of St. Joseph Award
Providence St. Joseph Hospital Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of the 2024 Spirit of St. Joseph Award.
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Navigating the Cancer Journey
When Jane was diagnosed with breast cancer, Nurse Navigator Angela Acevedo became her advocate, guide and support -- from the initial meeting with the oncologist to the final chemotherapist treatment. I will never forget all the ways Angela helped me through a very difficult time in my life,” reflects Jane.
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Minutes that make a difference
Michael Lora woke up not knowing he would be fighting for his life later that day. Within hours he was being transported to St. Joseph Hospital Emergency Care Center. He was immediately met by a team of nurses and doctors, including Dr. Peter Smethurst who recommended antibiotics which ended up saving his life.
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The heart of the matter
“I was a ticking time bomb. A heart attack waiting to happen.” Carrol was informed she needed immediate bypass surgery, but a rare genetic disorder would make it unsafe to perform. That’s when St. Joseph Hospital came through with a new, minimally invasive technique.
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Giving from the heart and home
Now retired, Drs. Amin decided they were at the right time in their lives to downsize, but more importantly, to give back to the community they cherished in a significant way. Their extraordinary generosity will help fund Nursing Excellence and Behavioral Health.
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A life devoted to caring
Shirley Moretti, a donor and friend, said it best. “When we focus on others, we learn about ourselves.” Giving back to others was one of her greatest joys in life — it filled her heart and inspired countless others to follow in her footsteps.
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One of the best ever
More than 300 golfers enjoyed a day that included two 18-hole courses of golf and raised more than $405,000 in support of the St. Joseph Hospital’s Cardiovascular Program.
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A record-breaking event
Supported by Marsha Moeller and presented by Centaurus Financial, Inc. and The Gooding-Barry and Immell Families, Celebration 2019 raised a record-breaking $676,000 for the Nursing Center of Excellence while celebrating 90 years of healing at St. Joseph Hospital.
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The best inspires confidence
When he needed a scan to check for cancer, Terrance was nervous to say the least. “The tech prepping me for my PET/CT scan told me that my diagnostic test would be done with the new equipment just received. He said that it was the 'best of the best' and made possible by generous donor support” said Terrance.
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Making Medical History
Thanks to donor support, Providence St. Joseph Hospital is first in the world to acquire eCential Robotics’ open spine platform.
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