Levine Children's Hospital

Celebrating the Remarkable Impact of the Isabella Santos Foundation in the Battle Against Pediatric Cancer

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Isabella Santos Foundation (ISF), a renowned non-profit foundation dedicated to funding pediatric cancer research and improving the lives of those affected by cancer, celebrates 16 years and more than $7 million raised. Through their relentless dedication, the foundation has left an indelible mark on the pediatric cancer community. It is a testament to the power of community spirit and the transformational impact of targeted philanthropy in the quest to combat cancer. As they look ahead, ISF is focused on expanding their reach and building a global rare pediatric cancer research and clinical trial program in Charlotte, furthering their mission to change outcomes and save lives.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Isabella Santos Foundation (ISF), a renowned non-profit foundation dedicated to funding pediatric cancer research and improving the lives of those affected by cancer, celebrates 16 years and more than $7 million raised.
  • Through their relentless dedication, the foundation has left an indelible mark on the pediatric cancer community.
  • The Birth of a Legacy: The Isabella Santos Foundation
    Founded in 2007, the Isabella Santos Foundation was born from a mission to honor the memory of a brave little girl, Isabella Santos, who lost her life to neuroblastoma at just 7 years old.
  • Investment in Pediatric Cancer Research: $4,551,942
    Donations to National Pediatric Cancer Trials & Studies: $1,953,635
    One of ISF's most significant achievements is the launch of the Isabella Santos Rare & Solid Tumor Program in collaboration with Levine Cancer Institute.

Galvan Industries Wins AGA Hot Dip Galvanizing Excellence Award in the Building & Architecture Category for New Atrium Health Parking Structure

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Thursday, April 13, 2023

HARRISBURG, N.C., April 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Atrium Health, located in Charlotte, NC, has been expanding its operation since it was founded in 1940, more than 82 years ago. The Atrium Health campus is now home to the Levine Cancer Institute, The Sanger Heart and Vascular Institute, The Levine Children's Hospital, and The Neurosciences Institute. The hospital has expanded to 874 beds years and is designated an ACS level 1 trauma center, with a helipad for emergency patients.

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  • Galvan Industries, the Southeast's leading contract galvanizer, recently received the Excellence in Hot-Dip Galvanizing Award from the American Galvanizers Association (AGA) in the Building & Architecture category for its work on the new Atrium Health parking structure in Charlotte, NC.
  • Galvan Industries of Harrisburg, NC, recently received the Excellence in Hot-Dip Galvanizing Award from the American Galvanizers Association (AGA) in the Building & Architecture category for its work on the new Atrium Health parking structure.
  • The Atrium Health design team chose hot-dip galvanizing by Galvan Industries for many reasons, including long service life, corrosion performance, aesthetic appearance, and overall quality.
  • There are many benefits to Atrium Health's decision to use Galvan Industries for hot-dip galvanizing on this project.

TigerImpact signs NIL deals with student-athlete leaders in every Clemson sport

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022

CLEMSON, S.C., June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With the addition of 16 student-athletes under contract, TigerImpact is now engaging men and women competing in all of Clemson University's sports, making it one of the first NIL collectives in the country to achieve the milestone. The purpose-driven collective has facilitated 28 deals so far with student-athletes, who lead as captains for TigerImpact working on behalf of community charities to elevate their impact.

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  • Clemson women's track and field runner Courtney Williams is working on behalf of Girls Inc. of St. Louis.
  • "We are thrilled to broaden our group of student-athletes across all Clemson sports to support worthy charitable organizations," said TigerImpact Executive Director Bobby Couch.
  • "Student-athletes engaged with TigerImpact are leaders among their teams and personify the Clemson culture of caring.
  • "Their community work through TigerImpact shows how student-athletes can prepare to be socially responsible citizens long after they leave Clemson."

Atrium Health's Levine Children's Hospital Named a "Best Children's Hospital" for Tenth Consecutive Year

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Tuesday, June 18, 2019

The 13th annual rankings recognize the top 50 pediatric facilities across the U.S. in 10 pediatric specialties.

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  • The 13th annual rankings recognize the top 50 pediatric facilities across the U.S. in 10 pediatric specialties.
  • "You don't need to leave home to receive the attention and medical expertise your child deserves.
  • At Atrium Health's Levine Children's, families have access to an entire network of children's care all committed and backed by Levine Children's Hospital.
  • To learn more about the Levine Children's Hospital rankings and meet some of the patients that have benefitted from some of the word-class care provided by Levine Children's Hospital, please visit levinechildrens.org/usnews .

Atrium Health Welcomes Vicki Block as Central Division President

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Wednesday, March 27, 2019

CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Atrium Health has announced that Vicki Block will be joining the organization as Senior Vice President, Central Division, leading facility operations for 3 key acute care facilities including Carolinas Medical Center, Carolinas Medical Center-Mercy and Levine Children's Hospital.

Key Points: 
  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 27, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Atrium Health has announced that Vicki Block will be joining the organization as Senior Vice President, Central Division, leading facility operations for 3 key acute care facilities including Carolinas Medical Center, Carolinas Medical Center-Mercy and Levine Children's Hospital.
  • "We are very pleased to welcome Vicki back to the Atrium Health family," said Ken D. Haynes, executive vice president and chief operating officer of Atrium Health.
  • "I could not be more thrilled to be returning home to Atrium Health to lead the Central Division," said Block.
  • Atrium Health works to enhance the overall health and well-being of its communities through high-quality patient care, education and research programs, and numerous collaborative partnerships and initiatives.