Robert J. Erickson has been named president and chief executive officer of St. Francis Health Center. He will join St. Francis March 25.
Erickson is currently the regional chief operating officer for Aspirus Inc., Wausau, Wis. He joined Aspirus in 2000 as vice president of administration and was promoted to senior vice president of ambulatory services and senior vice president of business development. Previously, he worked for rehabilitation facilities in Arizona and in administrative capacities, including interim chief executive officer for Simi Valley Hospital and Health Care Services, Simi Valley, Calif.
Erickson has a bachelor’s degree in speech pathology and audiology from Marquette University, Milwaukee, Wis., and a master’s degree in speech and hearing science from Arizona State University, Tempe, Ariz. He completed all coursework with honors for a doctorate in cognitive psychology in 1994 before making a career change to business administration.
Erickson served as president of the Wausau Early Bird Rotary and the Boys and Girls Club of Wausau and as a director for the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Board of Advisers and the Centergy Alliance for Economic Development.
Erickson and his wife, Cindy, have three children.
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Friday, March 05, 2010
Friday, February 12, 2010
St. Francis Health Center Among Top 5 Percent in Nation According to Quality Study
St. Francis Health Center has achieved HealthGrades’ 2010 Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical ExcellenceTM based on its clinical quality performance. Mary Sweet, a HealthGrades representative, will present Grant Wicklund, St. Francis interim president and chief executive officer, with the award at a news conference at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16, in the St. Francis Auditorium.
According to the HealthGrades study, patients admitted to a hospital receiving this award are, on average, 29 percent less likely to die and 9 percent less likely to suffer from a major complication. This year, only 269 of the nation’s nearly 5,000 nonfederal hospitals will receive this distinction.
“At St. Francis, we have a skillful and dedicated team of physicians, clinicians and employees,” Wicklund said. “It is because of their hard work and commitment that our patients and their families in northeast Kansas receive high-quality health care that is among the best in the nation.”
“The hospitals that have been designated as Distinguished Hospitals for Clinical Excellence™ have, across the board, been leaders in their commitment to delivering the highest quality patient care. Consumers can choose where they receive their health care and our study again highlights the tremendous disparity in quality between hospitals,” said Rick May, MD, HealthGrades senior physician consultant.
St. Francis Health Center is one of three hospitals in Kansas to receive the Clinical Excellence designation. The other hospitals are the University of Kansas Hospital, Kansas City, Kan, and Via Christi Regional Medical Center, Wichita.
Additionally, St. Francis is:
• Ranked No. 1 in Kansas for GI services
• Ranked No. 1 in Kansas for GI medical treatment
• Ranked among the top five (No. 3) in Kansas for coronary interventional procedures
• Ranked among the top five (No. 3) for overall orthopedic services
• Ranked among the top five (No. 2) in Kansas for treatment of stroke
• Ranked among the top five (No. 3) in Kansas for overall critical care
• Five-star rated for treatment of heart attack for three consecutive years (2008-10)
• Five-star rated for treatment of pneumonia for four consecutive years (2007-10)
• The recipient the HealthGrades Stroke Care Excellence Award™ two years in a row (2009 and 2010).
This is the eighth year that HealthGrades has independently analyzed the clinical quality performance of all nonfederal hospitals across the country in 26 procedures and diagnoses. In the Distinguished Hospital Study, the company reviewed 40 million hospitalization records from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, during the years 2006, 2007 and 2008. Participation is not voluntary, and no hospital can opt out of being rated. All hospitals that participate in the Medicare program were part of the independent study. Hospitals that receive the HealthGrades Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical ExcellenceTM are those hospitals that rank in the top 5 percent when all 26 individual scores are aggregated into an overall score.
A full copy of the study can be found at www.healthgrades.com.
According to the HealthGrades study, patients admitted to a hospital receiving this award are, on average, 29 percent less likely to die and 9 percent less likely to suffer from a major complication. This year, only 269 of the nation’s nearly 5,000 nonfederal hospitals will receive this distinction.
“At St. Francis, we have a skillful and dedicated team of physicians, clinicians and employees,” Wicklund said. “It is because of their hard work and commitment that our patients and their families in northeast Kansas receive high-quality health care that is among the best in the nation.”
“The hospitals that have been designated as Distinguished Hospitals for Clinical Excellence™ have, across the board, been leaders in their commitment to delivering the highest quality patient care. Consumers can choose where they receive their health care and our study again highlights the tremendous disparity in quality between hospitals,” said Rick May, MD, HealthGrades senior physician consultant.
St. Francis Health Center is one of three hospitals in Kansas to receive the Clinical Excellence designation. The other hospitals are the University of Kansas Hospital, Kansas City, Kan, and Via Christi Regional Medical Center, Wichita.
Additionally, St. Francis is:
• Ranked No. 1 in Kansas for GI services
• Ranked No. 1 in Kansas for GI medical treatment
• Ranked among the top five (No. 3) in Kansas for coronary interventional procedures
• Ranked among the top five (No. 3) for overall orthopedic services
• Ranked among the top five (No. 2) in Kansas for treatment of stroke
• Ranked among the top five (No. 3) in Kansas for overall critical care
• Five-star rated for treatment of heart attack for three consecutive years (2008-10)
• Five-star rated for treatment of pneumonia for four consecutive years (2007-10)
• The recipient the HealthGrades Stroke Care Excellence Award™ two years in a row (2009 and 2010).
This is the eighth year that HealthGrades has independently analyzed the clinical quality performance of all nonfederal hospitals across the country in 26 procedures and diagnoses. In the Distinguished Hospital Study, the company reviewed 40 million hospitalization records from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, during the years 2006, 2007 and 2008. Participation is not voluntary, and no hospital can opt out of being rated. All hospitals that participate in the Medicare program were part of the independent study. Hospitals that receive the HealthGrades Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical ExcellenceTM are those hospitals that rank in the top 5 percent when all 26 individual scores are aggregated into an overall score.
A full copy of the study can be found at www.healthgrades.com.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
St. Francis Health Center has lower mortality rate than national average, according to national study
St. Francis Health Center received recognition for providing high-quality care in several service lines, according to a comprehensive annual study released by HealthGrades, the leading independent health care ratings organization. The HealthGrades study annually assesses patient outcomes – mortality and complication rates – at virtually all of the nation’s nearly 5,000 nonfederal hospitals. No hospital can opt in or out of being rated, and no hospital pays to be rated.
St. Francis received recognition in 25 areas, including:
• Ranked No. 1 in Kansas for GI services
• Ranked No. 1 in Kansas for GI medical treatment
• Ranked among the top 5 (No. 3) for coronary interventional procedures
• Five-star rated for treatment of heart attack—three years in a row (2008-10)
• Ranked among the top 5 (No. 3) in Kansas for overall orthopedic services
• Recipient of the HealthGrades Stroke Care Excellence Award™—two years in a row (2009 and 2010)
• Ranked among the top 5 (No. 2) in Kansas for treatment of stroke
• Five-star rated for treatment of pneumonia—four years in a row (2007-10)
• Ranked among the top 5 (No. 3) in Kansas for overall critical care
“St. Francis has invested significantly in process improvements, patient satisfaction initiatives and technology to enhance the quality of our patient care,” said Grant Wicklund, St. Francis interim president and chief executive officer. “This recognition from HealthGrades across multiple service lines underscores our commitment to improving the health of our community and is an appreciated acknowledgment of the expertise and effort our staff and partnering physicians apply at St. Francis every day.”
According to the 12th annual HealthGrades Hospital Quality in America study, top-rated hospitals had a 52 percent lower mortality rate than the U.S. national average when looking at the patient outcomes of 17 procedures and diagnoses ranging from bypass surgery to treatment for heart attack. When the top-rated hospitals were compared to the poorest performers, there was an even greater difference, 72 percent lower mortality.
The new 2010 HealthGrades hospital ratings are posted at www.healthgrades.com, HealthGrades’ public Web site.
St. Francis received recognition in 25 areas, including:
• Ranked No. 1 in Kansas for GI services
• Ranked No. 1 in Kansas for GI medical treatment
• Ranked among the top 5 (No. 3) for coronary interventional procedures
• Five-star rated for treatment of heart attack—three years in a row (2008-10)
• Ranked among the top 5 (No. 3) in Kansas for overall orthopedic services
• Recipient of the HealthGrades Stroke Care Excellence Award™—two years in a row (2009 and 2010)
• Ranked among the top 5 (No. 2) in Kansas for treatment of stroke
• Five-star rated for treatment of pneumonia—four years in a row (2007-10)
• Ranked among the top 5 (No. 3) in Kansas for overall critical care
“St. Francis has invested significantly in process improvements, patient satisfaction initiatives and technology to enhance the quality of our patient care,” said Grant Wicklund, St. Francis interim president and chief executive officer. “This recognition from HealthGrades across multiple service lines underscores our commitment to improving the health of our community and is an appreciated acknowledgment of the expertise and effort our staff and partnering physicians apply at St. Francis every day.”
According to the 12th annual HealthGrades Hospital Quality in America study, top-rated hospitals had a 52 percent lower mortality rate than the U.S. national average when looking at the patient outcomes of 17 procedures and diagnoses ranging from bypass surgery to treatment for heart attack. When the top-rated hospitals were compared to the poorest performers, there was an even greater difference, 72 percent lower mortality.
The new 2010 HealthGrades hospital ratings are posted at www.healthgrades.com, HealthGrades’ public Web site.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
St. Francis Health Center named on Top 100 Hospital: Best in Value Hospitals™ list
St. Francis Health Center was recently named by Data Advantage LLC as a Top 100 Hospital: Best in Value Hospitals™ list from the 2009‐2010 Hospital Value Index™, the first and only national study on U.S. hospitals and the value of care they provide.
The hospitals in the Top 100 list represent nearly every state in the U.S. St. Francis was the only hospital in Kansas that was named to the list.
“These are the hospitals that set the bar for the nation when it comes to value. If every hospital performed at the level of the Top 100, we found that more than $60 billion per year could be saved,” said Hal Andrews, chief executive officer of Data Advantage.
“We are honored that St. Francis has been recognized for its stewardship in delivering value to patients,” said Grant Wicklund, interim president and chief executive officer of St. Francis. “We appreciate the efforts of our physicians and staff and the work they do to provide care that is both high-quality and cost-effective and acknowledged as such by national consumer health organizations.”
“The Hospital Value Index™ winners are a geographically diverse group of hospitals that have a proven ability to deliver high value care to their communities and represent a model of care that other U.S. hospitals should look to,” Andrews said. “As legislators consider health reform, we believe that it will be increasingly important to recognize and reward those hospitals that deliver outstanding value.”
These results are part of the findings from the 2009‐2010 Hospital Value Index™ study, an analysis of the value of care provided at more than 4,500 U.S. hospitals.
The hospitals in the Top 100 list represent nearly every state in the U.S. St. Francis was the only hospital in Kansas that was named to the list.
“These are the hospitals that set the bar for the nation when it comes to value. If every hospital performed at the level of the Top 100, we found that more than $60 billion per year could be saved,” said Hal Andrews, chief executive officer of Data Advantage.
“We are honored that St. Francis has been recognized for its stewardship in delivering value to patients,” said Grant Wicklund, interim president and chief executive officer of St. Francis. “We appreciate the efforts of our physicians and staff and the work they do to provide care that is both high-quality and cost-effective and acknowledged as such by national consumer health organizations.”
“The Hospital Value Index™ winners are a geographically diverse group of hospitals that have a proven ability to deliver high value care to their communities and represent a model of care that other U.S. hospitals should look to,” Andrews said. “As legislators consider health reform, we believe that it will be increasingly important to recognize and reward those hospitals that deliver outstanding value.”
These results are part of the findings from the 2009‐2010 Hospital Value Index™ study, an analysis of the value of care provided at more than 4,500 U.S. hospitals.
Monday, November 09, 2009
TIBA ANNUAL MEETING TO HONOR TOPEKA INDEPENDENT BUSINESSES
The Topeka Independent Business Association will hold its annual meeting on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at The Shawnee Country Club, 913 SE 29th Street in Topeka. The annual meeting will include the installation of the new TIBA board members, and the presentation of the Top TIBA Businesses of 2008 in three categories and the Ron Stryker Key Member Award.
Those being honored as the Top TIBA Business of 2009 include E2 Communications in the 1-5 employees category; Kendall Construction, Inc. in the 6-50 employees category; and St. Francis Health Center in the 50 + employees category. The awards are based on business growth, community involvement, activities which enhance the small-business climate in Topeka, active involvement in TIBA, and leadership in the community.
“The TIBA Annual Meeting is our opportunity to celebrate independently-owned businesses and business owners in Topeka,” said Tara Dimick, TIBA chair.
The Ron Stryker Key Member Award will be presented to the key member of TIBA in 2009 and is chosen annually by the TIBA chairperson. The award was created to honor Ron Stryker who passed away in May of 2008. Ron was an advocate for independent business and a founding board member of the Topeka Independent Business Association. He started his career as an entrepreneur in the heating and air conditioning industry and acquired twelve related businesses. The winner of the Ron Stryker Key Member Award will be announced at the TIBA Annual Meeting on November 10, 2009.
Seating is limited and reservations are required. To make a reservation, email tiba@topekaiba.org or contact Sharon DuBois at (785) 783-2897.
The Topeka Independent Business Association (TIBA) is the voice for independent businesses in Topeka and Shawnee County. TIBA members are locally-owned businesses that want our community to grow and prosper; and have their voice heard on taxes, health insurance, and local and state issues.
TOP TIBA BUSINESSES
E2 Communications is owned by Tara Dimick. E2 a full service strategic planning company focused on effective and efficient communications in marketing, advertising, public relations, proposal and grant writing, board facilitation, and company and organizational training.
Kendall Construction, Inc. was started in 1994 by Richard and Sheri Kendall. Kendall Construction provides general, renovation, specialty and design-build construction. Their mission is to establish and maintain positive customer relationships by meeting and exceeding customer expectations in regard to quality craftsmanship, safety, budget and deadlines.
St. Francis Health Center has 378 licensed beds, a medical staff representing nearly all specialties, adult and youth volunteers and a thriving auxiliary. Skillfully integrating unparalleled technology in an environment steeped in Christian values and compassionate care, St. Francis and its employees have fostered a premier regional hospital featuring the newest medical innovations and state-of-the-art equipment.
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Those being honored as the Top TIBA Business of 2009 include E2 Communications in the 1-5 employees category; Kendall Construction, Inc. in the 6-50 employees category; and St. Francis Health Center in the 50 + employees category. The awards are based on business growth, community involvement, activities which enhance the small-business climate in Topeka, active involvement in TIBA, and leadership in the community.
“The TIBA Annual Meeting is our opportunity to celebrate independently-owned businesses and business owners in Topeka,” said Tara Dimick, TIBA chair.
The Ron Stryker Key Member Award will be presented to the key member of TIBA in 2009 and is chosen annually by the TIBA chairperson. The award was created to honor Ron Stryker who passed away in May of 2008. Ron was an advocate for independent business and a founding board member of the Topeka Independent Business Association. He started his career as an entrepreneur in the heating and air conditioning industry and acquired twelve related businesses. The winner of the Ron Stryker Key Member Award will be announced at the TIBA Annual Meeting on November 10, 2009.
Seating is limited and reservations are required. To make a reservation, email tiba@topekaiba.org or contact Sharon DuBois at (785) 783-2897.
The Topeka Independent Business Association (TIBA) is the voice for independent businesses in Topeka and Shawnee County. TIBA members are locally-owned businesses that want our community to grow and prosper; and have their voice heard on taxes, health insurance, and local and state issues.
TOP TIBA BUSINESSES
E2 Communications is owned by Tara Dimick. E2 a full service strategic planning company focused on effective and efficient communications in marketing, advertising, public relations, proposal and grant writing, board facilitation, and company and organizational training.
Kendall Construction, Inc. was started in 1994 by Richard and Sheri Kendall. Kendall Construction provides general, renovation, specialty and design-build construction. Their mission is to establish and maintain positive customer relationships by meeting and exceeding customer expectations in regard to quality craftsmanship, safety, budget and deadlines.
St. Francis Health Center has 378 licensed beds, a medical staff representing nearly all specialties, adult and youth volunteers and a thriving auxiliary. Skillfully integrating unparalleled technology in an environment steeped in Christian values and compassionate care, St. Francis and its employees have fostered a premier regional hospital featuring the newest medical innovations and state-of-the-art equipment.
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Thursday, November 05, 2009
St. Francis Physician Receives National Award
A national organization has recognized James J. Hamilton Jr., MD, FACS, a St. Francis physician, for his work in cancer care in 2008 by awarding him the State Chair Outstanding Performance Award in October, becoming just one of three physicians to receive the honor nationwide.
The Commission on Cancer, an affiliate of the American College of Surgeons, gives the honor, which recognizes individuals who provide extensive leadership and support to their physician volunteers and cancer programs in the state. They are collaborators, innovators, and experts working with cancer programs, professionals and state coalitions to improve the quality of cancer care.
The award is bestowed on individuals who exhibit excellence in the following areas:
Consistent and innovative communication methods used for maintaining relationships with the cancer liaison physicians
Support and initiation of Commission on Cancer activities at the state and regional Level
Collaboration with American College of Surgeons Chapter, American Cancer Society and Comprehensive Cancer Control Coalitions
Established by the American College of Surgeons in 1922, the Commission on Cancer is a national consortium of professional organizations dedicated to improving survival and quality of life for cancer patients through standard-setting, prevention, research, education and the monitoring of comprehensive quality care. Its members include 96 individuals who are either surgeons representing the American College of Surgeons or representatives from 46 national, professional organizations or Commission member organizations. These individuals direct the activities of the Commission through committee work.
Hamilton is chairman of the St. Francis Comprehensive Cancer Committee. He is board certified in general surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is employed at Tallgrass General, Vascular, Thoracic and Bariatric Surgery. He received his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed his surgical residency at Harvard Medical School.
The Commission on Cancer, an affiliate of the American College of Surgeons, gives the honor, which recognizes individuals who provide extensive leadership and support to their physician volunteers and cancer programs in the state. They are collaborators, innovators, and experts working with cancer programs, professionals and state coalitions to improve the quality of cancer care.
The award is bestowed on individuals who exhibit excellence in the following areas:
Consistent and innovative communication methods used for maintaining relationships with the cancer liaison physicians
Support and initiation of Commission on Cancer activities at the state and regional Level
Collaboration with American College of Surgeons Chapter, American Cancer Society and Comprehensive Cancer Control Coalitions
Established by the American College of Surgeons in 1922, the Commission on Cancer is a national consortium of professional organizations dedicated to improving survival and quality of life for cancer patients through standard-setting, prevention, research, education and the monitoring of comprehensive quality care. Its members include 96 individuals who are either surgeons representing the American College of Surgeons or representatives from 46 national, professional organizations or Commission member organizations. These individuals direct the activities of the Commission through committee work.
Hamilton is chairman of the St. Francis Comprehensive Cancer Committee. He is board certified in general surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is employed at Tallgrass General, Vascular, Thoracic and Bariatric Surgery. He received his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed his surgical residency at Harvard Medical School.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Topeka Urology at St. Francis Forms with Dr. Iloreta and Dr. Hsu
St. Francis Health Center has announced that Topeka Urology Clinic PA is now Topeka Urology at St. Francis. Board-certified physicians Alfredo Iloreta, MD, and Cheng Hsu, MD, FACS, and nine staff members are now part of the St. Francis family.
Hsu received his medical degree from Taipei Medical University. Iloreta was graduated from the University of Saint Thomas, College of Medicine and Surgery.
“Both physicians are experienced urologists with a demonstrated commitment to caring for patients in our community. We value their expertise and extensive relationship with St. Francis and look forward to a collaboration that will further solidify our national reputation for clinical excellence,” said Grant Wicklund, interim president and chief executive officer, St. Francis Health Center.
Topeka Urology at St. Francis is located at 1516 SW 6th Ave. and the phone number remains 785-232-1005.
Hsu received his medical degree from Taipei Medical University. Iloreta was graduated from the University of Saint Thomas, College of Medicine and Surgery.
“Both physicians are experienced urologists with a demonstrated commitment to caring for patients in our community. We value their expertise and extensive relationship with St. Francis and look forward to a collaboration that will further solidify our national reputation for clinical excellence,” said Grant Wicklund, interim president and chief executive officer, St. Francis Health Center.
Topeka Urology at St. Francis is located at 1516 SW 6th Ave. and the phone number remains 785-232-1005.
Monday, October 19, 2009
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION GALA TO BE HELD FEBRUARY 20TH
The 2009-2010 American Heart Association Heart Gala, presented by Sunflower Marketing, Stormont-Vail HealthCare and St. Francis Health Center is scheduled for 6:30 p.m., Saturday, February 20 at the Ramada -Downtown. The annual black tie optional gala is one of the premier charitable events in northeast Kansas.
Dr. Babak Marefat is chairing this year’s event. Dr. Marefat is an Ophthalmologist at Stormont-Vail HealthCare. He knows the importance of the mission of the American Heart Association.
The evening will include a silent auction and cocktail hour from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m., followed by an elegant dinner and live auction. Light musical entertainment will be provided by Heart Strings. The silent and live auctions will include a wide variety of items, large and small, donated by Topeka area businesses and celebrities. We will also be holding an “Open Your Heart” appeal during the event to raise dollars for our children in the Topeka and Shawnee County community to fight childhood obesity.
The 2009 Heart Child also will be recognized at the event. Each year, the Heart Gala planning committee selects a child who has been affected by heart disease to be an ambassador for the event. This year’s Heart Child is still to be determined.
Proceeds raised by the Heart Gala assist in funding cardiovascular research, education and community service programs in our area. Research funded by the American Heart Association has led to such advances as CPR, coronary bypass surgery, artificial heart valves and techniques to repair heart defects. Heart disease and stroke are the number one killers in Shawnee County, causing more than 38 percent of all deaths.
Seats to the gala can be purchased individually or by the table. Sunflower Marketing, Stormont-Vail HealthCare, St. Francis Health Center and Capitol Federal Savings along with many other companies are corporate sponsors for the gala. For ticket information on the Heart Gala, call 228-3435.
Dr. Babak Marefat is chairing this year’s event. Dr. Marefat is an Ophthalmologist at Stormont-Vail HealthCare. He knows the importance of the mission of the American Heart Association.
The evening will include a silent auction and cocktail hour from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m., followed by an elegant dinner and live auction. Light musical entertainment will be provided by Heart Strings. The silent and live auctions will include a wide variety of items, large and small, donated by Topeka area businesses and celebrities. We will also be holding an “Open Your Heart” appeal during the event to raise dollars for our children in the Topeka and Shawnee County community to fight childhood obesity.
The 2009 Heart Child also will be recognized at the event. Each year, the Heart Gala planning committee selects a child who has been affected by heart disease to be an ambassador for the event. This year’s Heart Child is still to be determined.
Proceeds raised by the Heart Gala assist in funding cardiovascular research, education and community service programs in our area. Research funded by the American Heart Association has led to such advances as CPR, coronary bypass surgery, artificial heart valves and techniques to repair heart defects. Heart disease and stroke are the number one killers in Shawnee County, causing more than 38 percent of all deaths.
Seats to the gala can be purchased individually or by the table. Sunflower Marketing, Stormont-Vail HealthCare, St. Francis Health Center and Capitol Federal Savings along with many other companies are corporate sponsors for the gala. For ticket information on the Heart Gala, call 228-3435.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
St. Francis to celebrate 100th anniversary with Mass
What: 100th anniversary Mass with Archbishop Joseph Naumann as celebrant and local priests as concelebrants
When: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13
Where: Second floor Auditorium of St. Francis Health Center, 1700 SW 7th St., Topeka
Why: St. Francis employees will celebrate 100 years of service to the Topeka community during Mass with Archbishop Joseph Naumann as celebrant and local priests as concelebrants. Sisters of Charity are also invited to attend the Mass.
When: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13
Where: Second floor Auditorium of St. Francis Health Center, 1700 SW 7th St., Topeka
Why: St. Francis employees will celebrate 100 years of service to the Topeka community during Mass with Archbishop Joseph Naumann as celebrant and local priests as concelebrants. Sisters of Charity are also invited to attend the Mass.
Friday, September 18, 2009
St. Francis Baby Fair to showcase area businesses and services for new and expectant parents and grandparents
What: St. Francis Baby Fair
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19
Where: Second floor of St. Francis Health Center, 1700 SW 7th St., Topeka
Why: The public is invited to attend the Second Annual St. Francis Baby Fair, which will feature maternity and baby fashions, drawings for prizes, vendor displays, educational programs, safety tips, NewLife Center tours and more. Various businesses that cater to babies, toddlers and new and expectant parents are invited to participate in the Baby Fair. Educational sessions will be presented by La Leche League of Topeka and Parents as Teachers. Last year’s event drew about 250 participants. Interview and photo opportunities will be available.
When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19
Where: Second floor of St. Francis Health Center, 1700 SW 7th St., Topeka
Why: The public is invited to attend the Second Annual St. Francis Baby Fair, which will feature maternity and baby fashions, drawings for prizes, vendor displays, educational programs, safety tips, NewLife Center tours and more. Various businesses that cater to babies, toddlers and new and expectant parents are invited to participate in the Baby Fair. Educational sessions will be presented by La Leche League of Topeka and Parents as Teachers. Last year’s event drew about 250 participants. Interview and photo opportunities will be available.
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