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2006
Annual Report
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A Message from
John Fogarty
Our Health Board of Trustees: It is my pleasure to welcome you to this, children. Expansion of our sleep John Fogarty Named
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Issue 2, Summer 2007 Most Reverend
Thomas J. Tobin
the second issue of Our Health. I believe disorders, wound care and hyperbaric Interim CEO
this publication is an important way for medicine programs in response to
Chairman & Treasurer John Fogarty has been named acting
our organization to update many of our increased need are exciting projects we
Published by: Reverend Monsignor constituencies, including physicians, will be completing shortly. Upcoming president and chief executive officer of
St. Joseph Health Services of RI William I. Varsanyi, J.C.D. A Message from John Fogarty . . 1 employees, donors and community enhancements in our picture archiving St. Joseph Health Services of Rhode Island.
Development and Public Affairs Secretary
leaders on important achievements of communication (PACS) system in John has been part of the management
John M. Fogarty, Mr. John M. Fogarty
Executive Vice President/Acting CEO Executive Vice President/Acting CEO Psychiatric Services: The Key the St. Joseph organization. radiology will complement the recent team at SJHS since 1988, and has served
is to Understand the Mind addition of our 64-slice CT scanner as as its executive president since 2004.
R. Otis Brown, Vice President, Mary L. Burke, R.N. This issue of Our Health reaches you at
Development & Public Affairs and People’s Lives . . . . . . . . . . . 2 well the continued expansion of our Bishop Thomas Tobin, Chairman of the
Mr. Frederick K. Butler a pivotal time in Rhode Island’s health
new information technology programs. SJHSRI Board of Trustees stated, “John
Production by: Steven Colagiovanni, M.D. care system. As our community hospitals
Genesis Communications Fogarty is the consensus choice of our
Karen DelPonte, Esq. How Computers are Helping struggle with the issues of significant I am honored to be leading our organi- Board to lead our organization during
Design by: financial challenge and the potential for zation at this important juncture,
Leonardo Design, LLC Joseph R. DiStefano, Esq. Surgeons Operate . . . . . . . . . . . 4 this interim period. His knowledge of our
future provider consolidation, I believe and I want to express my thanks to organization and his managerial talent
Editor: Mr. Jeffrey R. Massotti
our organization is well positioned to John Keimig for his previous example of will ensure stability in our operations
R. Otis Brown Joseph P. Mazza, M.D. Pathology: Leading the Way emerge as part of a rational solution to dedicated leadership to the organization, and will allow the Board to conduct a
Contributing Writers: Mr. Marshall Raucci, Jr. to Accurate Diagnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 the problems that Rhode Island’s health our Board and Medical Staff, as well as complete and comprehensive assessment
Mark Guill of our long-term needs for executive
Paula Iacono Ms. Nancy E. Rogers system faces. the many others who have offered me
congratulations and encouragement leadership.”
Photography: Daniel J. Ryan, C.P.A. Patient Safety – We remain an efficient, community-
CB Group since assuming my new role at Fogarty received both his undergraduate
Joseph G. Samartano, Jr., D.D.S. Chief Beneficiary of ICU focused provider with a comprehensive
Peter Goldberg St. Joseph. I look forward to the degree and a master’s degree in health
Shawn Miguel Ms. D. Faye Sanders Collaborative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 range of acute care services that meet or care administration from Xavier University
coming year and keeping you informed
Mr. Matthew J. Smith exceed quality requirements. Though in Cincinnati, Ohio. He and his wife, Janet,
of our progress.
Mr. Kevin P. Stiles we face the same financial challenges as and their two sons reside in Barrington.
Dr. Ortiz: Innovator in
the state’s other community providers,
Reverend Monsignor Thyroid Biopsies . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 we have an established track record over
Paul D. Theroux, J.C.L.
the past decade of stable financial
Honorable John Keimig’s Lasting Legacy
Joseph R. Weisberger Supporting New Life performance and prudent stewardship
in Providence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 of community resources. H. John Keimig, president and chief executive officer of St. Joseph Health Services of
Honorary Trustees: Rhode Island since 1991, and a member of the management team since 1980, has left the
As we continue to evaluate our strategic organization to assume the presidency of Rhode Island Quality Partners, a national
Mrs. John J. Cummings, Jr.
Pediatric Dental Program options in this volatile environment, we leader in healthcare quality improvement.
Honorable Expands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 are forging ahead operationally with John led the effort that transformed the former St. Joseph Hospital into a regional center for
J. Joseph Garrahy expansion of key services and continual rehabilitation and psychiatric services. Under his guidance, that campus also has developed
Executive Offices Most Reverend clinical improvements. With the addition a nationally recognized model for delivery of primary health care to the urban minority and
Our Lady of Fatima Hospital Louis E. Gelineau, D.D. 2006 Annual Report . . . . . . . . . 16 of new dental providers, our acclaimed disadvantaged populations, the St. Joseph Center for Health and Human Services.
200 High Service Avenue Most Reverend Our Lady of Fatima Hospital underwent an equally impressive transformation under
pediatric dental program, now providing
North Providence, RI 02904 Salvatore R. Matano John’s leadership. Today, nearly 75% of the Fatima facility is either new construction or
Tel: (401) 456-3000 Philanthropy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 14 operatories at two sites, will continue
Rita Murphy, R.N. fully renovated, and services have been greatly expanded.
to grow exponentially in the coming
www.saintjosephri.com Most Reverend To John Keimig, the entire St. Joseph family owes a debt of gratitude for a job exceptionally
year as the state’s principal source of
For additional copies contact the Robert E. Mulvee, D.D., J.C.D. Honor Roll of Donors . . . . . . . 20 oral health services for underserved well done. We wish him well in his new endeavor.
Public Affairs Office at (401) 456-3070
Psychiatric Services:
a spectrum of care At St. Joseph’s, the
psychiatric staff
believes no drug can
replace the value of
face-to-face counseling.
THE KEY IS TO UNDERSTAND THE MIND AND PEOPLE’S LIVES A Caring Response
to Victims of
T o the more cynical among us, the
practice of psychiatry has “evolved”
and therapy, where patients can get help in
verbalizing their concerns and where their
St. Joe’s is an active “partial hospitalization”
program, which offers intensive outpatient
view ourselves as the backbone of Rhode
Island’s community mental health system,”
Those services are carefully choreographed
by interdisciplinary staff of full-time Alzheimer’s disease
to nothing more than medication manage- dignity as people is respected.” treatment to patients on a Monday-Friday says Gobeil. “We provide coordinated psychiatrists, advance practice RNs (such
ment, as new classes of remarkable drugs basis as a bridge between inpatient care access for community-based patients who as nurse practitioners) social workers and The 21-bed Geriatric Psychiatry Unit at
That is the guiding philosophy behind
have emerged to provide relief for nearly and the patient’s return to the community. require inpatient care, and we use active therapists. Daily rounds are conducted to Fatima Hospital provides our community
St. Joseph psychiatric services, a sprawling with a much needed resource in the
every mental health issue. cross-communication to integrate our assess the status of all patients, and the
program that spans both the Fatima and At Fatima, the program includes a 21-bed treatment of Alzheimer’s and other
treatment planning with that of the staff meets daily to plan and manage
But talk to Ron Gobeil, M.D., Chief of the St. Joseph campuses and that is, to the geriatric psychiatry unit (see sidebar article) forms of dementia in elderly people.
community centers, thereby assuring the individual treatment plans.
St. Joseph Center for Psychiatric Services, surprise of many, the state’s second largest and a second, 15-bed adult unit.
patient of continuity of care.” Many older patients suffer from dementia
and quite another picture emerges. “The inpatient psychiatric resource. A significant portion of the volume at that is complicated by any of the wide
A large reason for the program’s growth,
so-called ‘polypharmacy’ approach has its “In terms of today’s outpatient-centered St. Joseph’s arrives via emergency depart- assortment of medical issues that the
Much of the program is housed at St. Joseph according to Gobeil, is the close relation-
place,” says Gobeil, “but here at St. Joe’s, mental health focus, we treat the sickest ment referral from hospitals around the elderly face, such as cardiovascular
Hospital for Specialty Care. A 30-bed adult ship between St. Joseph and the state’s diseases, diabetes or chronic arthritis.
we continue to value the role of interper- of the sick,” Gobeil continued. “It is our state. “Many mentally ill persons do not
inpatient program and a 10-bed intensive eight community mental health centers This is why locating this part of the
sonal clinical therapies. No drug can role to care for the severely depressed, have the same coping skills as you and I,”
treatment unit are located there. Also at located throughout the state. “We like to psychiatry program within an acute care
replace the value of face-to-face counseling persons suffering from psychoses, addiction, says Gobeil, “and, not having a primary
hospital is so important.
acute anxiety and dementia. No matter physician relationship, often arrive at an
Dr. Ronald Gobeil leads a what the gains are in treating mental emergency room in crisis. We are espe- “Most of our geriatric psychiatry nurses
large interdisciplinary team of have come from a medical surgical back-
clinical professionals. illness on a non-acute basis, there will cially adept at helping the hospital ER
ground,” states Denise Plante, Clinical
always be a role for our services.” assess and refer these cases.” Nurse Manager. “This prepares them to
Psychiatric services offered by St. Joseph “But what I am proudest of,” states Gobeil,
deal with often acute medical issues that
complicate care for Alzheimer’s patients.”
and Fatima Hospital are an important “is our ability to provide quality care that
resource for the area’s community-based does not come at the expense of a person’s “Acute dementia or advanced Alzheimer’s
outpatient mental health services. Richard dignity and respect. Our staff goes above can intensify medical issues, and vice
versa” said Plante. “Here, we can
LeClerc, President of Gateway Health and beyond the ‘clinically minimum’
address dementia symptoms in a caring
Services in Johnston describes it this way: threshold to extend genuine human kind- environment that is also equipped to handle
“We value our 10-year relationship with nesses to our patients. So much of this is any medical complication or eventuality.”
the psychiatric program at about taking the time to listen and to
The incidence of Alzheimer’s disease is
St. Joseph and Fatima Hospitals. The care understand that the patients are real people,
expected to increase dramatically in the
and compassion of their clinicians forms not just a name on a prescription pad.” next 10 years as the Baby Boomer gen-
an important part of our community-based eration ages and as average life spans
continuum of care, whether it is crisis continue to increase. Thus, the need for
intervention for our clients who present this particular service is not in question;
in the Fatima emergency room, or for the
rather, the issue may well be how to
expand Fatima’s capabilities in this area.
comprehensive inpatient care that is offered.”
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Fatima's OR is the
best kept secret in
Looking inside the body Rhode Island.
Donations and gifts have One of the first things you notice about
provided Fatima with top-of-
the-line medical assistance
Dr. Robert Buonanno, the newly appointed
equipment. Chairman of Surgery at Fatima Hospital,
is his enthusiasm. He's a man with a
mission, and he can't wait to make what
he feels is an outstanding department
even better.
Dr. Stephen Saris prepares the replacement cervical disc prior
to the groundbreaking surgery. "This is the best kept secret among
surgeons in Rhode Island. We have the
most advanced surgical facility in the
Fatima Neurosurgeon state, backed by extremely experienced
First in New England The brain is the most complex organ in nurses and surgical technicians."
to Perform Cervical our bodies and any surgery carries risks. An orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Buonanno is
the first surgical sub-specialist to head
Surgical navigation systems help mini-
Disc Replacement mize those risks by giving the surgeon a the Department of Surgery. Bishop
more accurate image of each brain’s Thomas Tobin, Chairman of the SJHSRI
Dr. Stephen Saris, Chief of the Department Board of Trustees, said “Dr. Buonanno’s
anatomy without having to actually
of Neurosurgery at Fatima Hospital, appointment is a reflection of the growing
operate. Making smaller incisions also sophistication of Fatima’s surgical capa-
recently performed New England’s first
means less pain and faster healing. bilities, which today includes excellence
cervical disc replacement, a radically
new approach to treatment of chronic in many areas, including neurosurgery,
back and neck pain. Everyone is different urology and orthopedics."
Prior to recent development of an Neurosurgeons spend years learning the Dr. Buonanno has been operating at
artificial cervical disc, a stainless steel Fatima Hospital for 25 years. It’s a busy
anatomy of the brain and how to operate
surgical implant to treat patients suffering surgical program performing close to
on it. But every brain is different. The technology will also be valuable for
from degenerative disc disease (DDD) of HOW COMPUTERS ARE HELPING
Sometimes things aren’t where they’re orthopedic surgeons replacing knees and
17,000 inpatient and outpatient
the cervical (neck) spine, fusion of the procedures annually.
disc was the only option to end chronically
SURGEONS OPERATE supposed to be. Surgical navigation hips. Surgical navigation systems help
Continued page 11 - Buonanno
debilitating neck and back pain. However, systems give surgeons an accurate look place implants and align a patient’s
for the 200,000 Americans each year who
receive fusion treatment, limited range of
Imagine you’re a
neurosurgeon about to
Advanced technology into your head from the outside. They
can see where a tumor is, how big it is
anatomy more accurately, helping
reduce recovery time and extending the
Fatima’s surgical navigation systems
motion and other complications often arise. operate on someone’s brain. life of the implant.
combine some of the most advanced and what’s around it.
Somewhere deep inside their head is a
Medtronic’s patented design allows for computer imaging technology available.
tumor that you have to remove. But first Into the future
a variable center of rotation, meaning Surgeons can create 3-D images of the Not just for brains
the disc is designed to better replicate you have to find it. Then you have to get
patient’s brain and examine it from virtu- Under the direction of Anthony Barone, Nobody knows what the future will
the motion of a naturally functioning to it. If you damage anything along the
cervical spine. ally any perspective. Computer software M.D., Chief of the Division of bring, but technology like surgical
way, your patient could lose memory, sight,
even calculates and compensates for Otolaryngology, ear, nose, and throat navigation systems at Fatima will make
“This procedure underscores the ability movement, or even the ability to think.
‘brain shift,’ a phenomenon that some- surgeons at Fatima are using computer it easier for doctors to more accurately
of the Fatima Neurosurgery Department
Luckily, neurosurgeons at Fatima are using times occurs when the skull is opened. diagnose and treat a wide range of
stay current with, if not lead the way with, assisted surgical navigation systems to
surgical innovations that improve the the most advanced computerized ‘stealth’ diseases, conditions and traumas. It’s
perform endoscopic sinus surgery or
quality of life for people,” stated Dr. Saris. surgical navigation system for many of Minimally invasive operations on tumors and lesions at the one more way we are staying true to our
their surgeries. Basically a GPS system mission to preserve, restore and enhance
The artificial disc was approved by the Surgical navigation systems allow the base of the skull. The 3-D views of each
for surgeons, it lets them see exactly the health of the people we serve.
FDA after reviewing data from the surgeon to operate through much smaller patient’s unique anatomy is especially
largest completed clinical trial to date where they are in the brain.
openings in the skull. Powerful micro- important when operating near the optic
involving the cervical spine. Patients in nerve or the carotid artery.
scopes help them guide small instruments
the study showed superior overall
success and superior neurological through the brain to their target, instead A. Robert Buonanno, M.D.,
success which incorporated sensory, of having to open the skull and work Chairman of Surgery at 5
motor, and reflex functions. through the brain with their hands. Fatima Hospital
It’s in the blood.
Pathology: Do you know what your blood type is? Within minutes of being admitted to Fatima,
your medical team will know. They’ll also know your red and white cell count, your
Leading the way to RH factor, and if your blood contains antibodies that could cause problems if you
need a transfusion. Only about 1 in 20 patients has the antibodies, but that works
out to 1 mystery a day the blood bank has to solve.
accurate diagnosis One thing they don’t do in the Pathology Lab is collect blood. They leave that to
the experts at the Rhode Island Blood Bank, where Fatima spends more than $1.2
million every year on blood products.
Frances Ingersoll, Microbiology Supervisor, assists a staff
member at the Zambian health department in Lusaka.
T his is not the pathology you see on TV Everyone is a scientist What they do When a tissue sample comes in, it’s studies, glucose levels and abnormal An African Connection
shows like CSI: Miami. Besides the fact that first embedded in wax. Then a micro- hemoglobins. A new test measures
Fatima Hospital is unique in Rhode Island in Pathology is roughly divided into two parts:
nobody is wearing skimpy designer clothes or tome makes thin slices of the tissue that pre-albumins, a sign of proper nourish- At the request of the Centers for Disease
that everyone who works in the lab support- clinical pathology deals with blood and
sunglasses, the Fatima Hospital Pathology Lab are stained so the cell structure can be ment, a test that will become increasingly Control and the American Society of
ing the pathologists is an accredited and bodily fluids, and anatomical pathology
is all business. More than 2.5 million tests are seen more easily. A pathologist “eyeballs” important as the population ages. Microbiology, Microbiology Supervisor,
certified Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Their deals with tissue samples. Most pathologists Frances Ingersoll, spent three weeks this
performed every year. 5,000 units of red blood the tissue through a microscope to Fatima is also the only hospital in the
advanced level of education and training are board certified in both areas, and many spring helping the Zambian health depart-
cells flow through. Everything from determining determine what type of cell it is. Although state that does lead testing.
qualifies them to be a supervisor in other labs. are certified in subspecialties like dermat- ment make sure the microbiology labs in
your blood type to identifying DNA markers is modern technology has automated some
mopathology (skin), hematopathology the capital of Lusaka are running smoothly
done here 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Even Fatima Hospital created the first school of of the process, it would be familiar to a It’s all about the patient and using the proper protocols.
(blood), cytopathology (Pap smears and
late at night, when the patient floors are quiet, cytotechnology (the study of cells) in New pathologist from 50 years ago.
needle aspirations), transfusion medicine, Even after running all the quality assur- Frances’ 30 years of experience in the
Clinical Laboratory Scientists are performing England more than 50 years ago. Nearly every
and of course, forensic pathology (think It’s a very different story when the ance tests mandated by rules, the lab Fatima Pathology Lab was a valuable part
the tests your doctor needs to diagnose what's cytotechnologist in the state is a graduate of of the effort funded by PEPFA (President’s
Quincy or CSI: Miami). sample is blood or bodily fluids. runs its own quality checks every eight
wrong with you and how to fix it. the program. URI took over the program a Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief), whose
Automation is everywhere. Samples are hours. They also review 10% of the
few years ago, but students still rotate mission is to supply education and equip-
loaded into machines that automatically cases they see everyday, just to make
Who are all those people? through Fatima’s Pathology Lab. ment to Africa’s labs and hospitals to help
analyze the contents and download the sure their diagnosis are as accurate as eliminate opportunistic infections like HIV
There are five pathologists (medical doctors results to a computer. Clinical Laboratory humanly possible. and TB (Africa’s second leading cause of
who specialize in identifying diseases from Scientists validate the results and send death after Malaria).
“There isn’t anybody who comes
tissue or fluid samples) in the Lab, plus 38 them to the physician.
through the hospital who isn’t effected Working in Africa is a lot different from
Clinical Laboratory Scientists, and more than working at Fatima. “It’s not an issue of
Every area has specialized equipment. by quality of what we do. Everyone
110 support personnel. people not being well trained, dedicated
The blood bank analyzers determine here is very aware of that. The patient
or caring, because they are. It’s a lack of
Cecilia Gmuer, M.D., FCAP, is the Chairman blood type and RH factor and perform always comes first,” says Dr. Gmuer. resources and access to the support
of the Department of Pathology. “Patients don’t compatibility testing, looking for anti- services we take for granted. At Fatima,
know what we do. They don’t even know bodies in blood that could cause prob- Doctors know best I have the most advanced equipment and
we’re here. They think their doctor holds the lems if a patient needs a transfusion. technology. I can get supplies delivered the
Only about 40% of the Pathology Lab’s next day. That’s not the case in Africa at all.”
blood or tissue sample up to a light and
In hematology, automated analyzers do workload is from patients admitted to
makes a diagnosis. They don’t understand it Frances also traveled to Livingstone, to
complete blood counts and can tell if Fatima. The rest comes from doctors’
takes a lab full of scientists and very advanced set up microbiology protocols and help
you are anemic or have an infection. offices and outreach centers all over technicians install and calibrate an auto-
technology.”
The lab has some of the most advanced Rhode Island. Fatima’s reputation for mated testing machine to incubate and
urinalysis analyzers in Rhode Island – accuracy, quality and quick response identify pathogens. The new machine runs
neural network technology that takes has earned the respect and support of more accurate and complete tests on
high-speed digital pictures of the physicians who rely upon the test results more samples in less time, speeding up
“We’re physicians who are consulting on diagnosis and treatment.
a case, like a cardiologist or surgeon. But contents and classifies them. to guide them in treating their patients.
that’s not how patients see us. They don’t
see us at all.” Dr. Cecilia Gmuer, Fatima’s ability to deliver results directly
Chairman of the Department of Pathology. Automated chemistry analyzers can run
to the computer in a doctor’s office
as many as 59 tests at a time to check
makes a big difference. The faster the
6 for cardiac enzymes, tumor markers, 7
doctor gets the results, the faster they
vitamins, special proteins, thyroid
can begin treating their patients.
Patient Safety:
Chief beneficiary of
ICU collaborative
Sleepless in Advances in Care of
Rhode Island?
I t makes sense that the greatest opportu-
nity to improve patient safety and
At Fatima, an 11-member interdisciplinary
team, with representation from the medical
She added, “In Rhode Island this program also allows us, on a regular basis, to
exchange best practice methods among our peers in the state’s hospitals and for us Chronic Wounds
clinical outcomes exists where the sickest staff, nursing, pharmacy, respiratory to enhance our efforts based, in part, on that exchange.”
Fatima has an answer. patients are cared for; i.e., the intensive therapy and administration has guided Whether it is a nursing home patient
This program, funded in part by Blue Cross and United Healthcare (with hospitals
care unit (ICU). And that simple thought implementation of the program for the suffering from a chronic bedsore, or an
A surprising percentage of American providing significant in-kind contributions), is slated to generate a significant
was the genesis for an innovative, past two years. Each day, a special ICU individual recovering from an injury or
adults suffer from one of several forms of quality outcome report by the hospitals to the state’s insurers, and the lessons of infection, the care and treatment of per-
statewide patient safety initiative in rounds is conducted under the physician
sleep disorder. And whether it is difficulty the program are expected to define infection control practices at ICUs around the sistent wounds and serious skin disease
which the ICU at Our Lady of Fatima leadership of William Beliveau, M.D.,
in falling asleep, staying asleep or wak- state for years to come. has become a welcome addition to the
ing up feeling tired, the costs of sleep Hospital is a participant. and a team of nurses, respiratory therapists,
suite of specialty services at Fatima Hospital.
disorders to quality of life and work pro- pharmacists and nutritional staff. During the
ductivity are significant. The Center for Wound Care at Fatima,
rounds, adherence to the ICU Collaborative
under the direction of Dr. Salvatore Azzoli,
Over the past decade, primary care protocols is reviewed and evaluated for
offers patients a blend of advanced tech-
physicians have become more attuned to each patient on the Fatima ICU. nology and sophisticated clinical treatment.
the symptoms of sleep disorder and have
increasingly relied upon sophisticated Stated Dr. Beliveau, “Daily rounds by an “In today’s medical environment, people no
sleep studies to produce an actionable interdisciplinary team represents a signifi- longer have to live with chronic wounds and
diagnosis and treatment plan. cant commitment of our time to improving skin conditions,” stated Dr. Azzoli. “We
offer patients real hope for a lasting recovery
Under the direction of Dr. William Beliveau, the safety and outcome of the critical
from the painful and embarrassing effects
Fatima Hospital’s Sleep Disorders Lab, now patient experience here at Fatima, an of a persistent wound or open sore.”
in its 15th year of operation, has seen a sharp Fatima’s critical care nurses are an important effort that has worked very well thus far.”
increase in demand. This summer the part of the ICU collaborative. The staff at the Center for Wound Care
Sleep Lab doubled its capacity as it added Maureen Marsella, Fatima’s head of uses advanced diagnostic techniques to
two additional beds and more staff. Patients Two common procedures in the ICU JCAHO/Regulatory Compliance, reinforced assess a patient’s wound issue and then
spend a night in a comfortable private develops a customized treatment plan.
setting – the use of a central intravenous the importance of this program in terms
room and their sleep pattern is monitored, Clinical technology at the Center is focused
line directly into a vein and the use of of patient safety. “ICU patients are sicker,
recorded and assessed by Dr. Beliveau on the use of hyperbaric oxygen chambers,
ventilators to assist breathing – have weaker and generally far more susceptible as it has been proven that wound healing
and an experienced staff of technicians.
historically represented a high risk for to infection and resulting complications is greatly enhanced and accelerated in a
“I am thrilled that we have expanded our patient infection and complications. than are other patients,” Marsella stated. pure oxygen environment. Incidentally, the
sleep disorders program,” stated Dr. These two risk areas are the focus of a “This program is a sound investment in hyperbaric chambers provide a significant
Beliveau. “We have dramatically secondary resource to the state for the
program called The ICU Collaborative, improving our clinical outcomes, as well
reduced the waiting time for a sleep treatment of divers suffering from rapid
study and we can have a full report back through which ICU physicians, nurses as improving our overall efficiency as a
decompression, or “the bends.”
to the referring physician in 72 hours. We and other staff can access national “best critical care unit.”
are now one of the principal resources Other procedures can include synthetic
practice” knowledge as collected and
for sleep study in Rhode Island.” skin grafting and the use of “growth factor”
disseminated by Johns Hopkins
treatments to help the body replace
For information, call the Sleep Disorders University. Using “knowledge-based damaged skin.
Lab at (401) 456-3972. protocols” developed through this effort, The ICU collaborative uses
knowledge-based protocol
For information, call the Center for Wound
ICU’s adopt new, proven methods and
to improve patient safety Care at (401) 456-3011.
monitor their implementation. and clinical outcomes
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Dr. Ortiz: Dr. Buonanno cont’d.
innovator in While recruiting new surgeons is a
challenge in Rhode Island, as our state
has one of the lowest physician reim-
thyroid biopsies bursement rates in the nation along
with some of the highest malpractice
Joseph P. Mazza, M.D., Marshall Raucci, Jr., Joseph G. Samartano, Jr., DDS,
insurance rates, Dr. Bunanno says that
Board-certified Cardiologist Principal and investment Chief of the Division of Dentistry "one of the best ways to recruit new
consultant for the firm of Prime, and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at
Buchholz and Associates St. Joseph Health Services of
surgeons is to invite them to operate
Rhode Island with me. At other hospitals, a surgeon
is able to perform one or two knee
replacements in a day. Here, because
our OR is so well run and our nurses
COMBINED EXAMINATION METHODS IMPROVE ACCURACY OF DIAGNOSIS THREE NEW APPOINTMENTS TO BOARD OF TRUSTEES and techs are so experienced, I can do
6 knee replacements and be done by
1 or 2 o'clock. That impresses them."
If you have a lump in the thyroid gland in your lower neck,
Dr. Roberto Ortiz is a good person to know. He is a board-
is Dr. Ortiz’ unique technique and the accuracy of his results. He was the
first in Rhode Island to use ultrasound to guide him as he extracts cells
Joseph P. Mazza, M.D., Marshall Raucci, Jr., and Joseph G. Samartano, Jr., DDS,
have been appointed members of the Board of Trustees of St. Joseph Health Services It's all part of what Dr. Buonanno calls
certified endocrinologist who doctors and surgeons all over Rhode from a thyroid nodule. He is the only endocrinologist in Rhode Island of Rhode Island. the “Fatima Experience.” For surgeons,
that means having a team of experi-
island send their patients to when they need a biopsy. The reason to combine ultrasound and microscopic examination to make sure
Dr. Mazza, a resident of Cumberland, is a cardiologist who holds certifications from the enced nurses and surgical technicians
he has collected enough of the right kind of cells to make an accurate and an efficiently run OR that lets them
American Board of Internal Medicine in both Internal Medicine and in Cardiovascular
diagnosis. Nationwide, 25% of biopsies have to be redone, a poten- start and finish on time. For patients, it
Disease. He is a faculty member at the Brown University School of Medicine and is on the
tially painful procedure and an inconvenience for patients. In contrast, means less waiting and things running
medical staff of several metropolitan area hospitals. A graduate of Providence College and
only 2% of Dr. Ortiz’ patients need to have a second procedure. smoothly, which can make a stressful
George Washington University School of Medicine, Mazza has directed medial research in situation more comfortable.
Dr. Ortiz is also excited about the advances being made in the areas of hypertension and in chronic angina and has published several clinical papers.
"We want their experience at Fatima to
diabetes management. He currently has a number of patients
Mr. Raucci, a resident of East Greenwich, is a principal and investment consultant for the be a good one. I want them to leave
using a new continuous sensor pump that gives insulin level with a positive attitude. Most patients
firm of Prime, Buchholz and Associates in Portsmouth. In this capacity he provides inde-
readings by the minute. Patients can adjust their dosage after don't choose to come to Fatima. It's the
pendent investment management consulting to a range of clients with assets totaling more
a meal just by pushing a few buttons. He’s closely watching physician who chooses where to go.
than $6 billion. Previously, he was an executive vice president and managing director at
European tests of an automatic pump that he believes will So it's very important for us to do
the former Fleet Bank. He is a graduate of Marist College and SUNY College at Buffalo, everything we can to make sure their
make the lives of his patients much more comfortable.
where he received a master’s degree. experience is a good one."
Dr. Ortiz is a graduate of Universidad Autonoma de Baja
Dr. Samartano, a resident of Jamestown is Chief of the Division of Dentistry and Oral & One of Dr. Buonanno's goals is to
California. He completed his fellowship in endocrinology develop a more holistic relationship
Maxillofacial Surgery at St. Joseph Health Services of Rhode Island. There he also serves as
and metabolism at Brown University School of Medicine, between the surgery department and
coordinator for the acclaimed “Pawtucket Smiles” school-based dental health program.
and his residency in internal medicine and pathology at the medicine department, “where
A Fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and a Life
Conemaugh Memorial Hospital at Temple University. He patients with both medical and surgical
Member of the American Dental Association, Samartano has also volunteered extensively problems will be seen by both medical
helped write the diabetes protocols that guide how diabetic
for area organizations including the American Cancer Society and the Jamestown doctors and surgeons every day.” The
patients are treated. He has also developed a strong rela-
Shores Association. He is a graduate of Providence College and the Georgetown result, according to Bunanno, will be
tionship with the nurses taking care of his patients. “For me, much tighter care for the patient. “I
University School of Dentistry.
Fatima is like a family. Those nurses are caring professionals think that's going to attract more sur-
and some of my best friends. I am always grateful to them for SJHSRI Chairman, the Most Reverend Thomas Tobin stated, “These appointments geons, because they're going to get
everything they do for my patients and me.” bring us three individuals who will augment the clinical and business strengths of more coverage and will be doing less
our Board, strengths that are critically important as our organization continues to of the day-to-day medical care."
If you’re a scuba diver, you’ll be interested to know that
adapt to the rigors of today’s health care environment.” "I'm very proud to be the new Chairman
Dr. Ortiz was the youngest certified scuba instructor in California
of Surgery at Fatima. It's a wonderful
when he was just 13. way for me to pay back the hospital,
Dr. Ortiz is with the Diabetes & Endocrinology Associates at 49
and my colleagues, for everything they
have given me over the years."
Seekonk St. near Wayland Square in Providence. He is currently
accepting new patients. Please contact him at (401) 351-7100.
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Management of clinical issues involving the
thyroid gland are essential in the treatment
of diabetes and other disorders.
Supporting new life
in Providence
CLINICAL EXCELLENCE IN PRENATAL, OBSTETRIC AND GYNECOLOGIC CARE THE WIC PROGRAM HELPS MOMS TAKE BETTER CARE OF THEIR FAMILIES
D r. Deborah Hayden is an island of calm
in the middle of a swirl of activity. As
Wonderful care Very convenient
D o you think the Women, Infants and
Children (WIC) program is, a) a food
Much of the remaining time is spent help-
ing introduce mothers to services available
it’s “modern.” The reality is that if the
mother is healthy, there’s nothing better
The clinic provides prenatal, obstetric and Dr. Hayden appreciates practicing in an
she walks down the hall in the Prenatal/GYN stamp program b) a nutritional education to care for them and their families. The WIC for the baby than mother’s milk.
gynecologic care for women in the South environment where her patients have a
Clinic at St. Joseph Hospital, women in program or c) a candle-making workshop? office at St. Joseph is in the same building
Providence area, but Dr. Hayden has wide variety of services in one place,
various stages of pregnancy are moving as many of the medical and dental clinics Everyone is different
patients who travel from as far away as making getting the right care much easier. If you answered b., congratulations. The
from waiting rooms to exam rooms with an that will care for both the mothers and the
South Kingstown. Some come because She can refer them to primary care physicians WIC program is a federally funded nutri- The families WIC helps come from all
escort of nurses in a rainbow of brightly children. “If a patient is new to the area, we
they’ve been referred by their primary care in the building, the WIC center on the first tional counseling program that teaches over the world. Susan’s staff is multi-
colored uniforms. During an average day, refer them to our pediatric dental clinic as
physicians or heard about the quality of floor, social services offices, even pediatric women how to cook, shop for nutritious lingual, speaking languages including
Dr. Hayden will examine, measure, well as RIte Care on their first visit, and if
care from friends, but Dr. Hayden sees a dentists for women who already have children. foods, and take better care of their babies. Spanish and Vietnamese.
comfort and educate 40 or more women pregnant, to our prenatal clinic.”
significant number of patients who come
on what to expect during their pregnancy, “We have just about everything our WIC has 23 ‘outposts’ throughout Rhode Susan and her staff have helped African
because their mothers or even grandmothers Many of our mothers have never seen a
and on how to take good care of themselves. patients need right here. Even if I have to Island taking care of more than 23,000 mothers who spent years in refugee camps
have come to the clinic and loved the way doctor or dentist. Transportation is often a
It’s hectic, but Dr. Hayden couldn’t be happier. refer a patient to a medical specialist, families. The one at St. Joseph Hospital is living in tents, and Guatemalan mothers
the doctors and nurses take care of them. problem. Having all these services in one
“I love working here.” She adds, “It’s very they’re either right here in the building, one of the busiest in the state, taking who lived in camps in the hills
Dr. Hayden is quick to point out, “The
satisfying working with these women and or just a few blocks away.” care of more than 1,400 families a and spent their days foraging for
nurses here are fabulous. Extremely enthu-
delivering the highest quality care.” year, most of them working families. enough food to get their children
siastic and caring, they’re very experienced,
and our patients appreciate that.”
Two places at once
St. Joseph has two Prenatal/GYN Clinics.
It’s part of the St. Joseph mission to
care for those who need it the most.
“ We give moms and their kids a
step up. We teach them how to eat
right and take care of themselves.
through another day. In many places
even clean, safe water was a luxury.
Dr. Hayden examines one
of the many patients at
One is located in St. Joseph Hospital at 21
Peace Street in Providence and serves the
Susan Vieira has been the WIC
Coordinator at St. Joseph for 15 years
” “We see some tough situations.
These people’s lives are hard.
the Prenatal GYN Clinic. southern part of the city. Another is at 40 and you couldn’t find anyone more enthu- place is a godsend when you have two or We try to make coming here as nice as
Broad Street in Pawtucket to serve women siastic about what she does. “I love this three small children in tow.” possible for them.”
in the northern RI and Blackstone Valley program. It’s an honor to be here. You get
areas. Physicians and nurse-practitioners so much more out of it than you give.” Lactation counseling Saving money
share their time in both locations to insure
WIC also trains mothers how to breastfeed In addition to helping families, WIC
the same high level of care at both clinics. Nutrition education
correctly as many young women have lost actually saves money. It’s estimated that
Dr. Hayden welcomes new patients to the Susan and her staff spend 70% of their contact with mothers, aunts, and older sis- for every dollar spent on teaching mothers
clinic. To schedule an appointment at the time teaching mothers how to select and ters who can help them and answer their how to take better care of themselves and
Prenatal/GYN clinic in South Providence, prepare healthy food for their families. questions. For many women from unde- their babies, taxpayers save more than $4
call (401) 456-4380. “People think we’re a food stamp pro- veloped countries, the assumption is that in health care costs.
gram. That’s not true. We’re here to teach.” formula is better for their babies because
To make an appointment at the
Prenatal/GYN Clinic in Pawtucket,
call (401) 727-8052. The Center for Health & Human Services at St. Joseph Hospital offers walk-in treatment, prenatal, pediatric
and adult primary care services as well as a network of specialty services to more than 40,000 uninsured and 13
underinsured patients annually. For more information, contact the Health Center at (401) 456-4321.
Special thanks to the
Shriners of Rhode Island for
Pediatric dental
a lead gift in support of the
Dental Center’s expansion
and outreach to serve less
fortunate children. On hand
for the check presentation
program expands were (l-r) Andrew Hencler
and Stephen Carpenter from
the Shriners, Otis Brown,
Vice President of St. Joseph
Health Services, and
Dr. Daniel Kane, Dental
Director of the pediatric
dental program.
Dr. Daniel Kane, Dental Director Dr. Serena Kassam, a recent graduate of the residency
program, has elected to stay and work at the St. Joseph
Dental Center
ST. JOSEPH’S DENTAL OPERATORIES GROW TO FOURTEEN
Pediatric Dental
Residency Program
S t. Joseph Hospital for Specialty Care has
implemented a major expansion of its
program has a total number of 14 operatories.
Each dental operatory (a dental treatment suite)
School children in metropolitan areas are
especially at risk for dental disease. The
The two school-based programs provided
services to more than 10,000 students last
has seen our waiting time grow from 3 weeks
to 3 months. It’s good news for thousands of
acclaimed pediatric dental program, which can treat at least 1,500 patients each year. St. Joseph pediatric dental program currently year. Other children, many referred from children and their parents, especially since Operating within the bustling setting of the
last year provided a wide array of dental and offers services at two school systems, under around the state under the RIte Care/RIte poor dental health often leads to a host of Pediatric Dental Program, the residents of
One of the new operatories was made the Pediatric Dental Residency Program
oral health services to more than 20,000 at the names “Providence Smiles” and Smiles program, are also seen at St. Joseph. other health and social issues, such as poor
possible through a grant from the Delta find themselves immersed in patient care
risk and/or disadvantaged children. “Pawtucket Smiles”. Each year, school performance in school and diminution of a
Dental of Rhode Island Fund, and the “We are gratified at this growth in our and an environment conducive to learning
children in these districts receive regular child’s sense of well being.” and gaining experience in a difficult field.
The expansion consists of the addition of two second was provided though a combination pediatric dental program, and grateful for
checkups, information on oral health, and
new dental operatories in the pediatric dental of smaller grants and donations from the support of Delta Dental,” stated The Pediatric Dental Program is also the The residents “come from all over the
restorative dental treatments as needed.
center located at St. Joseph Hospital for individuals and companies. John M. Fogarty, Acting President and CEO clinical site for the Brooklyn, NY-based country,” said Daniel Kane, DMD and
Specialty Care in South Providence, bringing of SJHSRI. “We believe that this program Lutheran Medical Center’s Advanced founder of the Pediatric Dental Program.
“It’s extremely competitive,” he added,
that number to 11. Combined with the hospital’s fills what had been a distressing gap in Education in Pediatric Dentistry program
noting that the program had more than
satellite dental center in Pawtucket, the health services for disadvantaged and at which includes eight residents in training. 100 applicants this year, for a mere four
The Pediatric Dental Program
offers a variety of services risk children.” St. Joseph also serves as a teaching affiliate open spots.
ranging from routine cleanings
to sedated surgery. for Tufts University School of Dental
Daniel Kane, DMD, founder and director of The residency program provides the
Medicine and the Community College of clinical site for New York-based
the pediatric dental program stated, “These
Rhode Island’s Dental Assisting and Dental Lutheran Medical Center’s Advanced
new operatories will give us capacity to
Hygiene programs. Education in Pediatric Dentistry program.
handle what has been an explosion of refer-
rals for services from our program… one that The program houses eight residents at
a time, four of whom are graduating this
year. The constant interaction with patients
teaches the resident how to treat and
work with them on a day-to-day basis.
In addition to dental
care, patients and In addition to learning the fundamentals
parents are educated on
preventative measures
of patient care, the residents gain expe-
and oral health hygiene rience in the surgical aspect of the job
as they are given the chance to treat
children with special treatment needs
including sedation in the operating room.
Patients benefit as well. “The addition
of the Pediatric Dental Residency
Program has increased access to care
and allowed us to treat more children
who require our specialized care and
expertise,” said Dr. Kane.
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2006 Annual Report
St. Joseph Health Services of RI RISING TO THE CHALLENGE
2006 Annual Report
Financial Summary 2006
Inpatient Revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103,877,097 O ur fiscal year that ended on
September 30, 2006 began amidst
Technology Improvements Personnel and Programs Here, Quality is Still “Job 1” The Financial Performance
Outpatient Revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63,344,177 No organization can survive today without In the past year, we made significant In an era where hospital performance is As the accompanying chart of financial
a budget and volume climate that was,
Total Patient Revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . 167,221,274 continually investing in its supporting
at times, uncertain and our organization progress in lowering our nurse vacancy increasingly open to public scrutiny, our highlights shows, we weathered a year of
Other Operating Revenue . . . . . . . . . 10,593,385
technology. In the past year, we made rate. Through a combination of advertising quality indicators shone brightly. We extreme financial challenge by posting a
Total Revenue and Gains . . . . . . . . . 178,364,985 faced a crisis in nurse staffing. Despite
Less Expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168,604,323 some amazing strides in acquiring and innovative recruitment techniques, we received a new JCAHO accreditation, the small net loss from operations. Despite the
these and other challenges, we are
Net Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (550,326) technology that improves quality of care were able to reduce our vacancy rate by “gold standard” for health providers, and continued aggressive reimbursement poli-
proud to report the results of a year that,
and patent safety. These included: nearly half, from 19.3% to 11.3%. also received accreditations from: cies of government and private health
on balance, was a net success. Let’s
Activity Report: Selected Highlights insurers, the collaborative efforts of our
review a few key areas: • A new state-of-the art MRI Center, the Our clinical programs continued to thrive
Number of Patients Treated . . . . . . . . . . . 222,169 • The College of American Pathology physicians, managers and employees were
centerpiece of our multimillion dollar and advance in ways too numerous to
Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11,535
(for our clinical lab department) able to minimize what otherwise might
Patient Days . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87,131 investment in diagnostic imaging. detail here. Suffice it to say that, between
Emergency Room Visits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32,444 have been a more serious loss.
our two campuses, we offer a range of
Health Center Visits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51,836 • We introduced mobile PET services • The American Cancer Society, Cancer
clinical specialties and sub-specialties that
Surgeries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18,315 and implemented a Radiology Digital Program Certification Thank You
X-ray and Ultrasound Procedures . . . . . . . 61,147 is unrivaled by any other independent
Dictation System.
Laboratory Tests Performed . . . . . . . . . 2,158,493 community hospital in our state. To our trustees, donors, physicians and
Hyperbaric Medicine Treatments . . . . . . . . 1,236 • The College of American Rehabilitation
• We placed a digital radiology unit in employees, we extend our sincere thanks
Oncology Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6,349 We are especially proud of the progress Facilities, for our Southern New England
the Emergency Department to provide for another job well done in the most trying
Medication Doses Administered . . . . . 2,149,595 and growth in our acclaimed pediatric Rehabilitation Center
high quality real time imagery to our of financial and regulatory climates. We are
dental program. An initiative where our
Operational Profile emergency physicians. proud to be associated with each and every
Catholic health ministry intersects with our • The American College of Radiology,
one of you.
Licensed Beds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386 • We implemented a major IT conversion clinical strengths, this program saw a con- Mammography Re-accreditation
Average Medical/Surgical Length of Stay . . . 5.61 to the MediTech platform to integrate tinued growth in patient volume, opening
Employees – Full and Part Time . . . . . . . . . 2,074
data functions and to lay the foundation two new dental operatories. Our pediatric
Medical/Dental Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
for an eventual electronic medical dental residency also saw the number of
Positive Impact on Local Economy record capability. residents increase from 6 to 8.
Employee Salaries and Benefits . . . 102,284,690
Purchasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55,167,682
Uncompensated Care . . . . . . . . . . . . 15,080,582
Total Impact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178,149,501
*(Which benefit our community: free care, uncollected accounts
and uncollectible Medicaid, absorbed costs)
H. John Keimig The Most Reverend Steven M. Colagiovanni, M.D.
President & CEO Thomas J. Tobin Medical Staff President
Bishop of Providence
Chairman of the Board
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Philanthropy: An event for all ages:
Colagiovanni gift The 32nd Annual An Inspiration for Caring
endows legacy of caring Bishop’s Ball Margherita Puerini’s first visit to a hospital
was a memorable one. Not so much for
the cause, appendicitis, but more for the
Ted Almon and his wife Dawn simple reason that it reshaped her career
are co-chairing the 32nd Annual
Bishop’s Ball campaign. ambition. At age 14, she was so impressed
by the nurses that cared for her that upon
returning to school, Margherita changed
Foundation Moves her focus from the “classics” to scientific
Forward T he 32nd Annual Bishop’s Ball for St. Joseph Health Services will be courses so she could become a nurse.
an “Event for the Ages” as hospital friends and family will gather Graduating from the St. Joseph School of
A hallmark of a thriving organization is A family tradition: (L-R) Dr. and
October 19 at the Rhode Island Convention Center. Ted Almon, Nursing in 1943, she was an outstanding
its ability to adapt and change to meet Mrs. Steven Colagiovanni and President of Claflin Company in Warwick, and his wife Dawn, are student, president of the class, and cho-
Dr. and Mrs. Marco Colagiovanni
the needs of the marketplace it serves. enjoy a moment on the nursing co-chairing this year’s campaign, along side Bishop Thomas Tobin, Chairman of the sen to crown the statue of Mary during
unit renamed in their honor.
Board of Trustees. All funds raised go directly to benefit programs and services at the
graduation ceremonies. It wasn’t long
On May 31, members of the St. Joseph Combined, the Drs. Colagiovanni
before Margherita met and married her
have provided more than 71 years
Health Services corporation, in conjunc- of service to patients. hospitals, including the support of advanced surgical equipment for the Fatima campus
soon-to-be dentist, husband, Dr. Albert J.
tion with its Board of Trustees, and for the state’s only Diabetes Resource Center for at-risk adults on the St. Joseph Puerini, at which point she decided to
officially created the St. Joseph Health campus. This Italian-themed event will include music by Nancy Paolino and the Black leave nursing to start a family.
Services Foundation. The Foundation
Tie Band, while guests enjoy a silent auction featuring a wide variety of wines, one-of-
(formerly known as the Development She and her husband always believed
a-kind jewelry, original art and many other items. For more information and tickets,
Office) will be responsible for raising
charitable dollars for both hospitals and W hen the Colagiovanni family makes a commitment, you can be sure that it’s
carried out, as in throughout generations. please contact the hospital’s Development Office at (401) 456-3072.
strongly in education but her passion for
nursing was never far behind. Albert
its affiliate programs, with an eye Puerini Sr. passed away in 2000, after 75
toward establishing a significant When Dr. Marco Colagiovanni made a commitment to join the St. Joseph Hospital wonderful years, including more than 20
endowment to secure to our future. medical staff in 1943 and offer his patients the best possible care he could provide, OLD SCHOOL DEDICATION years as a member of the hospital’s board
there is no question he followed through. In fact, when he retired in 2001, after 58 of trustees. In memory of Albert, Margherita
The official kick-off will be at our gave $25,000 to the St. Joseph School of
annual fundraising gala, the Bishop’s
Ball, which will be held on Friday,
years as a member of the Department of Family Practice, he wasn’t entirely done.
He still attends educational forums at the hospital to keep abreast of medical issues.
H e sits straight in his comfortable living room, pressed
white shirt and tie, well groomed and ready for visitors. Nursing, one of the largest gifts ever
received. Her contribution will support the
October 19. Over the last thirty-one Alphonse Cardi, M.D. is proudly from the “old school”
And it is clear that he has passed that sense of commitment and dedication on to his purchase of equipment and teaching tools
years, this event has played a pivotal where gentlemen (and ladies) always dressed, especially to to benefit nursing students. In addition to
role in meeting our fundraising goals, three children, most notably Dr. Steven Colagiovanni, who in addition to being a busy receive company. At 92, he still participates in medical lec- her wonderful family, this is the legacy she
raising over $4 million for critical pro- and recognized urological surgeon, is also President of the hospital’s 350-member tures, occasionally treats family members, and often golfs and her husband will leave behind.
grams and services. As we launch our medical staff. but – with a twinkle – he won’t disclose his handicap.
Foundation, additional emphasis will be
Margherita Puerini
placed on securing planned gifts as well Earlier this year, Steven and his wife Gina stepped forward to create the Colagiovanni He has had a good life, he says, in medicine and a wonderful
as reaching out to new members of the Endowment for Urologic Care, the largest single gift ever to the St. Joseph organization Alphonse Cardi, M.D.
family. He was one of 10 children; his grandfather and uncle
community we serve. We will broaden by a member of the medical staff and their family.
our outreach and our visibility in the owned Cardi Construction and other family members began Cardi’s Furniture. His brother
philanthropic community. This fund, established through the St. Joseph Health Services Foundation, is in honor of Erminio is also a physician; sister Elizabeth is a dietician as is his daughter Liz.
You will be hearing much more about Marco but is also in appreciation of the high standard of care provided by the nursing Throughout his professional career, whether at Georgetown University Hospital, Fatima and
these changes in the coming months. and medical staff, past and present. According to Steven, they wanted to help guarantee St. Joseph Hospitals (where he served on the medical staff for over 50 years) or in his
But what won’t change is our commitment future funding of advanced technologies and training for urological services, similar to private practice, he was always respectful of and grateful for the expertise of what he refers
to compassionate, quality healthcare for the exceptional care patients are receiving today. to as the “old school” nurses. Those who really knew the patient, listened to the families,
all members of the community and our
need for your support. “Gina and I and our extended family feel so fortunate to be part of the St. Joseph family,” and often were partners with the attending physician in prescribing the course of care. His
said Steven, adding, “We believe we have an obligation to support the wonderful own experience with nurses while a patient at St. Joseph’s in recent years led him to estab-
Thank you for partnering with us to
nurses, doctors and staff that we work with, as well as the future of the hospital.” lish the Alphonse and Elvira Scholarship Fund at St. Joseph School of Nursing. His goal is to
make a difference in our community.
Let’s keep it up! help perpetuate the school’s excellent reputation for training first class nurses, those with a
The urological unit at Fatima Hospital was also renamed the Colagiovanni Pavilion for strong work ethic, dedication to the profession and a lot of good old fashioned common
18 Urologic Care. sense… a first class modern education that produces in his words, “old school” nurses. 19
6 Mr. & Mrs. Robert Fischer Kathryn Check Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Flynn L’Osteria
Another Century of Caring Lawrence K. Fish Cherry Hill Flowers Mr. & Mrs. John M. Fogarty Christine Ludka
Mr. & Mrs. John Fogarty Chiazza Restaurant Kristin Fraser Lutheran Medical Center
Joyce L. Galleshaw Chico’s Richard Frisella MacAdams & Wieck, Inc.
BISHOP’S COUNCIL MEMBERS 2006 Most. Rev. Louise E. Gelineau, DD Churchill & Banks LLC Gateway Healthcare Sandra MacAndrew
The Bishop’s Council is comprised of friends of Cecilia A. Gmuer, MD Michelle Cihat Gepetto’s Edward J. Marcaccio, Jr., MD
St. Joseph Health Services who annually contribute $1000
to our campaign. Last year this included: Ronald C. Gobeil, DO Thomas P. Citak Gilbane Building Company Mr. & Mrs. Joseph MarcAurele
Ball guests had a
Advocacy Solutions H. Carr & Sons, Inc. Citizens Financial Group Mr. & Mrs. Richard J. Gladney Martignetti of RI
wide array of fine
Dr. & Mrs. James Aiken H. V. Collins Company wines to chose from Claflin Company Marion S. Glode Leslie Martineau
Internal Medicine Associates Inc. at the “wild wine” Clarendon Group Mr. & Mrs. Michael Goeller Steven Maurano
Mr. & Mrs. Ernest Almonte auction booth.
Amica Mutual Insurance Company Daniel J. Kane, DMD Michael T. Clarkin Golden Crest/Cedar Crest Nursing Centers Mayforth Group, LLC
Associates in Anesthesia Mr. & Mrs. H. John Keimig Candita Clayton Julie Goulet McCormick & Schmick’s
Paula P. Beers Joseph A. Kelly, Esq. Coia & Lepore, Ltd. Helen Govoni Daniel J. McCusker
Belvoir Properties Kathleen A. Kenny Sharon Colagiovanni Karen Graves Mr. & Mrs. F. Donald McKendall
Richard & Amy Beretta Margaret M. Kilmartin BISHOP’S BALL SUPPORTERS 2006 Dr. & Mrs. Steven Colagiovanni Mary M. Grivers Tracy A. McKenna
Mr. & Mrs. Maurice Bissonnette Peter A. Koch AAA Southern New England Colours Hair Salon GTECH Corporation Med-Tech Ambulance Service
William Landry, Esq. Abigail’s Children’s Boutique Consultants in Urology Angelo E. Guerrero Mediterraneo Restaurant
Joseph A. Latina, MD Accu-Tax/Steven O’Connor Linda Conte Hanson Curran LLP Meridian Printing
Lefkowitz, Garfinkel, Champi Adler Pollock & Sheehan Patrice Cooper Dr. & Mrs. Michael Harrison Meritage Restaurant
& DeRienzo, CPAs Airbrush Tanning Company Anne F. Corbo Mark P. Harwood Metlife Home & Auto
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph MarcAurele Advocacy Solutions LLC Courtesy Cleaners Mr. & Mrs. George Hayek Joan Metzger
Mr. & Mrs. John Marshall Mr. & Mrs. Ernest A. Almonte Steve Craven Hayes & Sherry Ltd. Madeleine Metzler
Peter L. Mathieu, Jr., MD American Equipment Rentals Credit Union Central Falls Henry Oil Company Mezza Restaurant
Mr. & Mrs. Edmund Mauro, Jr. Animal Crackers Dog Salon Meredith Curren & Gary Fishman MD Margaret Hetherman Mills Tavern
James R. McCulloch Aon Risk Services CVS/pharmacy Debra A. Hill Pamela A. Mitchell
Mr. & Mrs. Walter F. McLaughlin Apple Valley Car Wash Paul Czachur Hinckley Allen & Snyder, LLP Paulette J. Molis
Drs. Stephen & Sidney Migliori Mr. & Mrs. Frank Ascoli Mr. & Mrs. Michael D’Alessio Hodosh & Lyon, Inc. Moniz Benefits Group
Mr. & Mrs. A. Ralph Mollis ASRI John R. Deal John Hogan
Mr. & Mrs. John M. Murphy Atwood Pharmacy Andrew Della Carpini Thomas P. Hogan
Rita M. Murphy, RN Salvatore G. Azzoli, MD Mr. & Mrs. Duane DeSisto Holland Galleries
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Nagle Maria Baccari Dimeo Construction Hospital Association of Rhode Island
Elaine M. Narducci Bank of America DiPrete Engineering Associates Paula Iacono
Mr. & Mrs. John Nealon Bank Rhode Island Mr. & Mrs. Carmine DiSanto Insulet Corporation
The 31st annual Bishop’s ball was co-chaired by Joseph Orthopaedic Associates, Inc. Alfred Barbery, Jr. Douglas Wine & Spirits Mr. & Mrs. Steven Issa
Nagle, President of Delta Dental of RI, and his wife Jan. Margaret M. Pfeiffer Mr. & Mrs. Ephraim P. Doumato International Tennis Hall of Fame
Shirley Barone
Under their leadership, the event set a record for atten-
dance and raised over $293,000 for the Pediatric Dental Mr. & Mrs. Steven D. Pickup John J. Barry III Drapery House, Inc. Joseph A. Izzi, Jr., MD
Center and Patient Safety Simulation Laboratory. Mr. & Mrs. William Pilon Batchelor Frechette McCrory & Michael Duffy & Shanley Stephen Izzi
Marshall Raucci & Marian Mattison, MD Beacon Mutual Insurance Company Mona Dumais Jacqueline Philip Salon & Spa
Rosalie M. Bolton, RN
RI State Council Knights of Columbus Terri A. Beagan Michael Dumas Mr. & Mrs. Roy A. Jann
Otis & Wendy Brown Members of the Providence College Dance
Kenneth Roberge Mr. & Mrs. Richard R. Beretta Edward J. Duphiney Linda A. Janusz team, led by Kerrin Nagle, served as auction
Brown Financial Group monitors and hostesses for the the 2006 Ball.
Robinson Green Beretta Corporation Beretta Realty Company Linda M. Dwyer John Bacon Salon
Brown Rudnick Berlack Isreals LLP
Nancy E. Rogers Blish & Cavanagh Mr. & Mrs. Richard M. Dwyer Johnson & Wales University
Mary L. Burke, RN
Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Ryan Blue Cross & Blue Shield of RI Thomas Eagan, Esq. JWO Enterprises Mr. & Mrs. Peter M. Montauredes
Drs. Jay & Maria Burstein
S & A Paramount Printing Company Bottom Line Solutions East Greenwich Photo Joan C. Joy Vilma Monti
Mr. & Mrs. Frederick Butler
Dr. & Mrs. Joseph Samartano, Jr. Brain & Spine Neurosurgical Institute Edgewood Gallery Howard Karass Stephen F. Moran
Cameron & Mittleman LLP
D. Faye Sanders Bridal Finery Edwards Angell Palmer Dodge LLP Mr. & Mrs. H. John Keimig Phillip Morris
Carla Corporation
Richard J. Sepe A. Robert Buonanno, MD Raymond G. Endreny, MD Matthew Kelly, Esq. Mortgage Guarantee & Title Company
John F. Cavanagh *
Mark A. Shannon, MD Virginia Burke & David Baum The English Muffin Restaurant David P. Kennedy, Ph.D. Moses Afonso & Jackvony, Ltd.
Mr. & Mrs. John G. Christensen
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Sipala Mr. & Mrs. Frederick K. Butler Envy Day Spa Kathleen A. Kenny Anthony L. Moulton, MD
Citizens Financial Group
Margaret Smith-Hamilton, Ph.D. Cafe Itri Estate Planning Resources Roger Kibbe M.S. Walker
Claflin Company
Speidel, Inc. Cafe Nuovo Exotic Tans Brandon M. Klar Jon A. Mukand, MD, Ph.D.
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Clarkin
St. Joseph School of Nursing Alumni Assoc. Caffe Dolce Vita F/S Capital Consulting KPMG, LLP Mr. & Mrs. Robert Murray
Dr. & Mrs. Steven Colagiovanni
St. Joseph’s Radiology Associates, Inc. Cameron & Mittleman LLP Farmstead Carol Lachapelle Louise A. Murray
Community Counseling Service, Inc.
St. Jude Medical Capco Steel Corporation Kevin Farrell Robert Landry Drusilla J. Muzzy
Glenn M. Creamer
Mr. & Mrs. Christian Stephens Cardi’s Furniture Thomas Fay William Landry, Esq. Colin Nagle
Peter F. DeBlasio, Jr., MD
Mr. & Mrs. Kevin P. Stiles Carla Corporation Michael P. Feeney Brenda Lapham Kerrin Nagle
Michael & Karen DelPonte
Andrew E. Stinton Kerri Carlin Michael Ferranti Lawrence Lasala Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Nagle
Mr. & Mrs. William DiBenedetto
Trainor Branding & Public Relations Carpionato Properties FGX International Leach & Garner Linda Nagle
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph DiStefano
Marcia A. Trenn H. Carr & Sons, Inc. Financial Architect Partners, LLC Paul M. Lenahan Nails & Details
David A. Duffy
Universal Ambulance Service, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. Richard Carriere First Southwest Company Lifespan Corporation National Grid
Raymond G. Endreny, MD
Christine L. Vallee Caspita! Colleen L. Fitzsimmons The Little Inn Neighborhood Health Plan of RI
Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Ferraro
Alice Viola Cavanagh Company FJS Associates Mr. & Mrs. Robert Loiselle Deborah J. Nenno
Chief Justice & Mrs. Joseph R. Weisberger John F. Cavanagh Mr. & Mrs. John E. Fleming Log Gift Shoppe David M. Nero
20 Mr. & Mrs. Philip L. Wise Charlesgate Nursing Center 21
* Deceased
Neurosurgery Associates, Inc. RI Ear, Nose & Throat Physicians Inc. Alice Viola Cameron & Mittleman, LLP Robert Leese Mr. & Mrs. Daniel J. Ryan
New England Patriots Charitable Foundation RI Health & Educational Building Corp. Visiting Nurse Service of Greater RI Captech Funding Liberty International Inc. S & A Paramount Printing
Newport Creamery Inc. RI Stingrays Wachovia Securities Cardinal Health NPS Liberty Travel SAL Courier Services, Inc.
Nikki’s Liquors RI TV & Film Commission Cynthia J. Warren H. Carr & Sons, Inc. W.B. Mason Company, Inc. Saint Antoine Residence
Nortek, Inc. RI Zoological Society Mr. & Mrs. David Wegrzyn Richard Carriere John Mathews Scholar Media Consultants
Northeast Sports Training & Rehabilitation Frances G. Richard Mark P. Welch, Esq. Patrick Carroll & Associates James McCulloch Sherry Construction Corporation
Northeast Wines Mr. & Mrs. Eugene Richmond Wendy Brown Fine Linens Carroll Kelly & Murphy Jim McLean SICPA Industries of America
North Main Radiation Oncology Wendy Roberts White, Carlin & Kelly, PC Casey EMI Ann M. McKenna Siemens Medical Technologies
Sarah L. Nottage Roger Williams Park Zoo Wright’s Farm Cavanagh Company Medical Records Associates David B. Soforenko
Barbara A. O’Neil Susan Rollins WJAR-TV Channel 10 Checker Cab Company Medline Smith & Nephew Wound Management
Paula Roux Mr. & Mrs. William K. Wray Chubb Healthcare Insurance MedQuist Solucient, LLC
RSM McGladrey, Inc. XRI Imaging Network Citizens Bank Foundation Med-Tech Ambulance Service Sovereign Bank New England
Ruggieri Brothers, Inc. Yorker Shoes Claflin Company Metacomet Country Club St. Joseph Health Services Employee
Rod Ryan Drs. Claude & Maria Younes Mr. & Mrs. Michael Clarkin Richard Miguel Activities Committee
Sak’s Centerdale Liquors Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Zambarano Coast to Coast Promotional Products Mayor A. Ralph Mollis St. Jude Medical
Salon Bianco Patricia Zemanek Cogens Printing MRI Centers of New England STAND Corporation
Salon de Maiks Zooma Ristorante Coleman Realtors National Chain Company Steris/Michael Barner
Dr. & Mrs. Joseph G. Samartano, Jr. Columbus Door Company National Grid Andy Stinton
Sansiveri Kimball & McNamee, LLP Commonwealth Transcription Systems NEC Unified Solutions, Inc. Stryker Orthopaedics
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Schiavone Jeff Cook Neighborhood Health Plan of RI Surgi-Care, Inc.
Raymond E. Shawcross Anne Corbo John Neilan C. J. Talbert
Sheehan’s Office Interiors, Inc. Counterpulsations, Inc. Neu Solutions Facilities Services LLC Telehealth, Inc..
Kathy Sherry CVS/pharmacy New England Coffee Company T-Tech Machinery, Inc.
Bishop Tobin studies the artwork offered during Mr. & Mrs. Leo Skowronski Karen DelPonte, Esq. New England Gas Company Textron, Inc.
the silent auction.
Slocum, Inc. Delta Dental of Rhode Island New England Laser Trainor Branding & Public Relations
Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation John Souto DeRoyal Nortek, Inc. Rita Trenn
Marilyn L. Ozog Sandra Souto Thomas P. Eagan North Central Chamber of Commerce TriState Hospital Supply
Lois A. Palombo Sovereign Bank New England GOLF TOURNAMENT CONTRIBUTORS 2006 Eastern Bag & Paper Company Northeast Oxygen Service, Inc. Universal Ambulance Service
Paolino Management LLC Speidel, Inc. 3M Terry Easton Otis Elevator UNUM Provident
Paparazzi Restaurant Mr. & Mrs. Steven C. Spirito 4Bs Vending Envision Technology Advisors, LLC Owens & Minor U.S. LPGA Open
Paramount Properties Katherine M. Squillante Action Auto Parts Ernst & Young LP Mr. & Mrs. Robert S. Penney Vector Healthsystems, Inc.
Park Row Associates Dr. & Mrs. Bernard St. Jean Adler Pollock & Sheehan Brad Faxon, Jr. Marilyn Picerelli Alice Viola
Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP Starkweather & Shepley, Inc. Advocacy Solutions LLC Mike Ferranti PMA Industries Virtus Group
Maryann Patalano, PC Susan Stenhouse Agawam Hunt Club Five Star Surgical, Inc. Professional Solutions, Inc. Visiting Nurse Service of Greater RI
Pauly Penta’s Deli Jeanne B. Stowe AGFA Corporation Sean Flanagan Providence College Wannamoisett Country Club
Esther R. Pederson Charles M. Sullivan III Norm Albergio FM Global Providence Performing Arts Center Jane C. White
Elba R. Perez Patricia A. Sullivan, Esq. Ted Almon Fujifilm Medical Systems USA Inc. Quality Beef Company Xpress Sweeping, Inc.
Peter Roberts & Associates Swarovski Ltd. Altus Benefit Administrators Fuller Box Company, Inc. Rand Candy Company
Mary Ann Swintak American Shredding Mr. & Mrs. Richard Gladney Marshall Raucci
FOUNDATION, GRANT & TRUST GIFTS 2006
Brad Peterson
Billy Andrade-Brad Faxon Charities
Dr. & Mrs. Peter Petropoulos Tanury Industries Andor’s Furniture Showroom Global Montello Group Regent Medical
BJ’s Charitable Foundation
Angelo B. Pharmakidis, MD, Ph.D. Tate & Latham PC Angell Pension Group, Inc. Peter Goldberg Photography Gary Reis
Alphonse R. Cardi Living Trust
Phillips, DiPisa & Associates Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Taylor Anonymous Raymond Gorman Rhode Island Medical Society
Champlin Foundations
Piccerelli Gilstein & Company Michelle Tetreault Aon Risk Services Gorman’s Roofing, Inc.
John Clarke Trust
Joan Pillsbury Rev. Monsignor Paul D. Theroux, JCL Applied Financial LLC Gorwood Business Services, Inc.
Francis H. Curren, Jr. Charitable Foundation
Mr. & Mrs. William Pilon Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Thomas Bank of America Gyrus-ACMI
Episcopal Charities Fund
Edward W. Pires Tofias PC Ronald Bartlett Hallsmith Sysco Food Services Inc.
Federal Hill House Association
Peter Pomfret/Depot Gallery Toray Plastics America Marian Barrette Hanson Curran LLP
Foundation for Health
Professional Security Services, Inc. Karen L. Torbik Bayer Healthcare HealthNet Systems Consulting, Inc.
HRSA-Maternal & Child Health Bureau
Providence College Town of North Providence Bemis Henry Schein, Inc.
June Rockwell Levy Foundation
Providence College Athletics Town Wine & Spirits Maribeth Beretta Higgins Cavanagh & Cooney LLP
Ida Ballou Littlefield Memorial Trust
Providence College Dance Team Trainor Branding & Public Relations Best Manufacturing IKON Office Solutions
Ocean State Charities Trust
Providence Marriott Michael A. Tranghese Big East Conference Income Resarch & Management Inc.
Potomac Center for Medical Education
Providence Mutual Fire Insurance Company Trinity Square Repertory Company Big Fish Restaurant IRIS Diagnostics
The Rhode Island Foundation
Providence Performing Arts Center Unemployment Services Corporation Francis Bissonnette Johnson & Wales University
Fred M. Roddy Foundation, Inc.
Public Service Employees Local Union 1033 United Healthcare of New England Bottom Line Solutions Kahn Litwin Renza & Co, Ltd.
Albert M. Steinert Trust
Edward Quinlan Universal Ambulance Service, Inc. Brick Alley Pub J.L. Kaplan Associates
Trustee Joe DiStefano put together a winning foursome Frederick C. Tanner Memorial Fund
Michael P. Quinn UPS Employees Brown Advisory Group Kendall Sharps Division with Sr. Therese Antone, Dr. Peter Pizzarello and
Norm Beretta. Herbert G. Townsend Fund
Radizio Restaurant Mark Urban Brown Paper Company Kearflex Engineering Company
United Way of Rhode Island
Marshall Raucci Raymond Uritescu Brown Rudnick Berlack Isreals LLP Kittansett Club
RI Health & Educational Building Corp. Vigneron Memorial Fund
Diane M. Reali Marini, MD Helen A. Valcourt Busse Hospital Supply Peter A. Koch
Roberts, Carroll, Feldstein & Pierce, Inc. Blanche M. Walsh Charity Trust
Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation Vector Healthsystems, Inc. Byrne Dairy, Inc. Allen A. Krause
Robinson Green Beretta Corporation Winter Family Foundation
RI Distributing Company Venda Ravioli Cafe Nuovo Kreg Information Systems
Nancy E. Rogers
Janice M. Vincent LaQuinta Club & Resort
Ropes & Gray LLP
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ENDOWMENT CONTRIBUTIONS 2006 Mary M. Condry ‘50 Stella J. Vassilopoulos ‘70 In memory of Elena Ciolfi Sparrow Johnson & Ursillo, Inc.
Dr. & Mrs. Steven Colagiovanni Gayle A. Cook ‘87 Dianne J. Wotherspoon ‘73 Mr. & Mrs. William H. Apfel Mr. & Mrs. Lewis J. Suriani
Colagiovanni Family Endowment Elaine P. Cyrus ‘57 Catherine T. Zonfrillo ‘60 Miriam Bjurman Cynthia J. Warren
St. Joseph Medical Staff Association Joan D’Amico ‘60 Elizabeth Zubrisky ‘47 Henri Flikier & Ann Miller Mr. & Mrs. Thomas G. Wing
Patient families
Mary & Peter Young Memorial Endowment Elizabeth H. DeCosta ’59 Helen M. Morris Deblinger ’33 Memorial Scholarship Fund Vivian P. Izzo
enjoy the new In memory of Augustine Manocchia
playroom at St. Barbara L. Dell ‘54 H. Cecile Deblinger Mr. & Mrs. Edward Latessa
Joseph B. Rossi
ANNUAL APPEAL GIFTS 2006 Joseph Hospital for Jeanne H. Demers ‘59 Elaine Mahanke
We thank the following for their generous donations as well Specialty Care, Jeanne E. Benjamin Farrar ’67 Memorial Scholarship Fund In memory of George Paquin
funded in part by A. Barbara Dolan ‘52 Dr. & Mrs. Thomas A. Malafronte
as in-kind gifts to our annual fundraisers and to the Center Mr. & Mrs. Robert E. Benjamin Rosalie M. Bolton
for Health and Human Services: contributions Cynthia Donahue ‘87 Mr. & Mrs. William J. Murphy
through our Janine Cotugno ‘67 Mr. & Mrs. Robert J. White
Alexander’s Uniforms Mary A. Donnelly ‘48 Mr. & Mrs. Richard G. Poncelet
annual appeal. Mr. & Mrs. Robert Lambert
Mr. & Mrs. Luigi Aurecchia Keri A. Drake ‘00 Ann Marie G. Simoli In memory of George A. Poirier
William J. Farrar
Angelo J. Bigelli, DPM Margaret K. Driscoll ‘66 Elizabeth Spino Mr. & Mrs. George H. Armitage
Mr. & Mrs. Spencer E. Irons
Marion F. Bottomley Teresa Petrocelli Madeline A. Egan ‘53 Elizabeth M. Voso Linda A. Conte
Carolyn D. L’Heureux ‘67
Michael Bowden Wanda Pykosz Maryellen Emmons ‘59 Deborah J. Wilson Judith A. Doyle
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Magowan
James J. Bryan Dr. & Mrs. John A. Roque Lydia R. Famiglietti ‘44 Jane M. Yacovone Fatima Hospital Finance Dept. Employees
Diane Murphy
Anne M. Burdick Clarence P. Ryan In memory of Vilma Coia In memory of Evelyn Deldonno Mr. & Mrs. Christopher A. Ferraro
Donna Mae Thomas
Gladys Burnham S & A Paramount Printing Linda Francisco ‘74 Marilyn A. Deldonno Mr. & Mrs. Albert R. Guertin
Ruth G. Shea Agnes Lannon ’46 Memorial Fund Paula Iacono
Mildred V. Carlson Francis S. Gentile
Mr. & Mrs. John P. Crawley In memory of Mary Desjardins
Crown Collison Mary L. Simeone Christine M. Goden ‘88 Mr. & Mrs. H. J. Keimig
Mr. & Mrs. Kevin E. Neuman Mr. & Mrs. Alfred Bolton
Mr. & Mrs. Edward L. D’Andrea Sharon E. Simpson Suzanne M. Griffin ‘63 Christine Leonardo
Joan Lambrie ‘63 Mr. & Mrs. Robert M. Bolton
Angelo Danella Rev. Nicholas P. Smith Dolores A. Guglielmi ‘59 Kathleen Locarno
Marie F. Hogan Mr. & Mrs. Robert R. Bolton
Marie DeRita Arminda A. Stella Karen E. Haidemenos ‘85 Mr. & Mrs. Robert Marandola
Joan O’Connor Mr. & Mrs. George Buck
Joseph M. Driscoll Supreme Dairy Farms Company Margaret E. Harrison ‘38 Gerard R. Nadeau
Mr. & Mrs. Paul E. Dionne
Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence Egan, Jr. Carolyn R. Swift Anne E. Kelly ‘73 In honor of Elizabeth Pinto-Franko ‘60 Sandra M. Poirier
Mr. & Mrs. Donald Emerson
Employees of Fatima Massimina Vignone Marion Kulik ‘55 Diane E. Urban ‘65 Adelma Sousa
Mr. & Mrs. Michael J. Fallone
Richard B. Esten Joseph S. White, Jr. M. Bernadette Kurowski ‘58 Joanna M. Flynn ‘60 Marcia Trenn
Richard F. Maggiacomo
Ida Aloia Florio Mr. & Mrs. Frank Williams Mary Ellen LaCroix ‘86 Elizabeth A. Franko ‘60 Helen A. Valcourt
James L. McGuire Elementary School
Mr. & Mrs. John W. Flynn Deborah M. Laluc ‘96 Michaela Murphy ‘60 Patricia Zemanek
RESTRICTED GIFTS 2006 Mr. & Mrs. George Milkaitis
Mr. & Mrs. John J. Fransosi Jeanine C. Lawson ‘72 In memory of Emily A. Saccoccia
Amica Mutual Insurance Catherine P. Simone
Theodore G. Garille Patricia D. Long ‘60 IN MEMORIAM 2006 Pasquale F. Saccocia
Brennan Orthodontics Mr. & Mrs. Richard E. Zarlenga
Gilda Gemma Suzanne E. Lowe ‘89 In memory of Janis Bolton Bailey
Carl A. Cassella In memory of Edward F. Simas
Mary Gervais Rosemary C. Lusignan ‘60 D.M. Bruzzi Landscaping
Cavanagh Company Andreoni & Company
Suzanne Griffin Carol M. Lynch Mr. and Mrs. Andrew T. Caldarone
Cingular Wireless Helen P. Lewis
Raymond J. Germershausen Jane M. Magnant ‘50 Eleanor A. Corsetti
Michelle Danish Mr. & Mrs. Peter Rivelli
Joseph Guatieri Sylvia M. Magnotta ‘97 Employees of the Alice Viola Breast Care Center
Davol, Inc.
Thomas J. Guilmette, Ph.D. Marita McGowan ‘55 Mr. & Mrs. John Faltus In memory of Margaret Ter-Simonian
Clare Kirby
Anne T. Helmstetter Donald Foster & Martha McNally Mr. & Mrs. John L. Quigley, Jr.
Medtronic In memory of Cecilia McGowan
Patricia Herlihy Sharon E. Guglielmo
New England Institute of Technology Marguerite McLaughlin ‘47 In memory of Joseph Urban
High Service in Sobriety Friday Group Mr. & Mrs. Albert F. Hill
Estate of Patrick A. Papini Martha McManus ‘48 Mr. & Mrs. William J. Hauselt
High Service in Sobriety Saturday Group Marie F. Hogan Designated funds like those in memory of Elena Ciolfi have
Potomac Center for Medical Education Teresa Montgomery ‘51 provided for ongoing improvements to St. Joseph Living Kelly A. Urban
High Service in Sobriety Wednesday Group Paula Iacono
Rhode Island Greyhound Owners Association Nancy K. Munoz ‘66 Center, a facility offering assisted living and respite care. Mr. & Mrs. Stanley J. Urban
Independence LLC Richard P. Iacobucci MD
Rita Varone Amor D. Nunez ‘00
Gladys Jaworski Spero G. Karol In memory of Dorothy W. Grace
Alice Viola Edna M. Otto CAPITAL CAMPAIGN DONORS 2006
Virginia Jones Mr. & Mrs. H. John Keimig Karen G. DelPonte, Esq.
WalMart Dr. Walter Pannone ‘68 Janice Apici
Julie Kavanagh Esther O. Lilli Mr. & Mrs. David L. Kelly
Rita A. Pezzullo ‘57 Jeanne Borozny
Winifred A. Kelley Bill Pires Memorial Scholarship Fund Mr. & Mrs. James Limperis In memory of Robert L. Grace
Jean Pierik ‘76 Barbara Cederholm
Charles Lacki Joyce Neves Kathleen A. Locarno Cameron & Mittleman LLP
Mary A. Podedworny ‘58 Frances Conte
Ellen B. Langton Pamela L. Marasco Dina Leigh Casana
2006 FRIENDS OF THE SCHOOL OF NURSING Mary P. Potter ‘41 Diocese of Providence
Eleanor R. Lemaire Beatrice Paquin David DelPonte
Joan A. Arrigan ‘50 Prudence Robert ‘63 Angela Ditri
Angela Lisa Mr. & Mrs. Edward Pascarella Mr. & Mrs. Louis DelPonte
Lillian L. Banahan ‘51 Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Rocheleau ‘87 Denise Driscoll
Little Medeiros Kinder Bulman & Whitney Beatrice Riley Mabel A. Delponte
Mary C. Barrett ‘43 Lucille M. Rodrigues ‘75 Diane Duval
Eileen M. Lynch Linda Tierney DiSanto & Priest
Marcella R. Beaudette,’47 Marie A. Rose ‘63 Mr & Mrs. Christopher Ferraro
Maria Mancuso Brian J. Traynor Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Engley
Elizabeth A. Bennett ‘59 Josephine C. Ruggieri ‘54 Denise Forrest
Dorothy Martin Marcia Trenn Gayle R. Giammarco
Rosalie M. Bolton ‘46 Pauline A. Rutkowski ‘49 Paula J. L’Heureux
Anna J. McAlear Helen A. Valcourt John A. Gilman
Rosemarie H. Bryden ‘71 Class of 2006 Michelle LeClair
Sr. Ann McKenna Mr. & Mrs. Robert White Russell E. Heaton
Monica D. Burnett ‘79 Lynette Scolpino ‘83 Patricia Pacitti
Rita M. Murphy Mr. & Mrs. Francis Hall
Barbara A. Bush ‘61 Mary P. Smith ‘62 In memory of Maria & Tranquillo Calise Camille Pless
Eileen Naughton Mr. & Mrs. Ralph J. Jasparro
Irene H. Bushman ‘43 Arminda A. Stella ‘41 Massimina Vignone Robyn Souza
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Parente Ralph Jasparro Inc.
D. Olive Cardorette ‘50 Sheila M. Sweeney ‘60
Carmella Pecoraro In memory of Josephine Castelli
Isabelle Tedeschi Mr. & Mrs. Pelham Long We are grateful to all our donors for their support through-
Margaret M. Caron ‘53 Astro-Med Sunshine Club
Nelson Perez Mr. & Mrs. John McDonough out the year. We apologize for any inadvertent omissions.
Carol A. Christman ‘59 Paula L. Tillotson ‘60
Herbert Perluck Virginia Bunn Additional copies of this report may be obtained by calling
Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Meldonian (401) 456-3072.
Dr. Elizabeth M. Clanton ‘58 In memory of Catherine Quinn Mr. & Mrs. Pat W. Castelli
Mr. & Mrs. Richard S. Mittleman
24 Lorraine Cloutier ‘61 Karen Tyszkowski ‘62 Vivian P. Izzo
Catherine T. Schneider
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