Doctors on the Medical Staff at Baylor Sammons Cancer Center Dive in the Water to Save Lives Through Swim Across America
“The Baylor Salmons” Near Goal of $25,000 to Benefit Swim Across America and the Innovative Clinical Trials Centers at Baylor Sammons Cancer Center
Dallas, TX, May 15, 2013 --(PR.com)-- Dr. Alan Miller, Chief of Oncology and Medical Director of Baylor Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center at Dallas, and several other doctors are diving into their jobs – literally – to support Swim Across America (SAA), an open water swim that will benefit the Innovative Clinical Trials Center (ICTC) at Baylor Sammons Cancer Center at Dallas.
"The Baylor Salmons," the team, headed by Miller and Dr. Carlos Becerra, director of the Innovative Clinical Trials Center, will join JaNeene Jones, vice president of oncology for Baylor Health Care System, and numerous employees of the Cancer Center, to swim in the Swim Across America - Dallas event to be to be held Saturday, June 8, 2013, at The Harbor at Lake Ray Hubbard.
“Through SAA, we can take an activity that we are so passionate about and use it to help others,” said Miller.
Not only do the doctors spend time outside of their busy work schedules to train for the swim, they also are raising money for the cause. This year, the team has set a goal to raise $25,000 and have currently raised more than $21,000. Last year, the team raised more than $21,000 for SAA.
“We can use this event to show our patients that we are in the fight against cancer with them and doing everything we can possibly do to beat this disease,” added Becerra, a master swimmer. “This is more than just a job for us; we are committed to raising awareness and finding a cure.”
Every member of the team will swim in the ½, 1, or 2-mile course and is encouraged to swim in honor of a cancer survivor or someone who has lost their battle with the disease. This year, Miller is swimming to honor a friend and former colleague who was diagnosed with advanced breast cancer more than fourteen years ago.
“Through the ICTC, we are pioneering advanced treatments based on a precision approach, targeting the tumor's weakness to improve the chances of everyone with cancer,” said Miller. “I swim in honor of my friend and her dedication to eradicating cancer, and will hopefully accelerate our efforts in this fight.”
In 2011, SAA – Dallas organizers pledged to raise $1 million in four years for Baylor Sammons Cancer Center at Dallas. The event, which has raised $600,000 in two years, is well on its way to fulfilling that pledge.
To learn more about how the Swim Across America – Dallas is “making waves to fight cancer,” please visit www.SwimAcrossAmerica.org/Dallas.
About Swim Across America
Swim Across America, Inc., is a 501(c)(3) dedicated to raising money and awareness for cancer research, prevention and treatment through swimming- related events. With the help of hundreds of volunteers nationwide and past and current Olympians, SAA is helping find a cure for cancer through athleticism, community outreach and direct service.
About Baylor Health Care System
Baylor Health Care System is a not-for-profit, faith-based supporting organization providing services to a network of acute care hospitals and related health care entities that provide patient care, medical education, research and community service. Baylor recorded more than 2.8 million patient encounters, $4.1 billion in total operating revenue, $5.3 billion in total assets and $539 million in community benefit in fiscal year 2012 (as reported to the Texas Department of State Health Services). Baylor’s network of more than 360 access points includes 30 owned/operated/ ventured/affiliated hospitals; joint ventured ambulatory surgical centers; satellite outpatient locations; senior centers and more than 190 HealthTexas Provider Network physician clinics.
Physicians are members of the medical staff at one of Baylor Health Care System's subsidiary, community, or affiliated medical centers and are neither employees nor agents of those medical centers or Baylor Health Care System.
"The Baylor Salmons," the team, headed by Miller and Dr. Carlos Becerra, director of the Innovative Clinical Trials Center, will join JaNeene Jones, vice president of oncology for Baylor Health Care System, and numerous employees of the Cancer Center, to swim in the Swim Across America - Dallas event to be to be held Saturday, June 8, 2013, at The Harbor at Lake Ray Hubbard.
“Through SAA, we can take an activity that we are so passionate about and use it to help others,” said Miller.
Not only do the doctors spend time outside of their busy work schedules to train for the swim, they also are raising money for the cause. This year, the team has set a goal to raise $25,000 and have currently raised more than $21,000. Last year, the team raised more than $21,000 for SAA.
“We can use this event to show our patients that we are in the fight against cancer with them and doing everything we can possibly do to beat this disease,” added Becerra, a master swimmer. “This is more than just a job for us; we are committed to raising awareness and finding a cure.”
Every member of the team will swim in the ½, 1, or 2-mile course and is encouraged to swim in honor of a cancer survivor or someone who has lost their battle with the disease. This year, Miller is swimming to honor a friend and former colleague who was diagnosed with advanced breast cancer more than fourteen years ago.
“Through the ICTC, we are pioneering advanced treatments based on a precision approach, targeting the tumor's weakness to improve the chances of everyone with cancer,” said Miller. “I swim in honor of my friend and her dedication to eradicating cancer, and will hopefully accelerate our efforts in this fight.”
In 2011, SAA – Dallas organizers pledged to raise $1 million in four years for Baylor Sammons Cancer Center at Dallas. The event, which has raised $600,000 in two years, is well on its way to fulfilling that pledge.
To learn more about how the Swim Across America – Dallas is “making waves to fight cancer,” please visit www.SwimAcrossAmerica.org/Dallas.
About Swim Across America
Swim Across America, Inc., is a 501(c)(3) dedicated to raising money and awareness for cancer research, prevention and treatment through swimming- related events. With the help of hundreds of volunteers nationwide and past and current Olympians, SAA is helping find a cure for cancer through athleticism, community outreach and direct service.
About Baylor Health Care System
Baylor Health Care System is a not-for-profit, faith-based supporting organization providing services to a network of acute care hospitals and related health care entities that provide patient care, medical education, research and community service. Baylor recorded more than 2.8 million patient encounters, $4.1 billion in total operating revenue, $5.3 billion in total assets and $539 million in community benefit in fiscal year 2012 (as reported to the Texas Department of State Health Services). Baylor’s network of more than 360 access points includes 30 owned/operated/ ventured/affiliated hospitals; joint ventured ambulatory surgical centers; satellite outpatient locations; senior centers and more than 190 HealthTexas Provider Network physician clinics.
Physicians are members of the medical staff at one of Baylor Health Care System's subsidiary, community, or affiliated medical centers and are neither employees nor agents of those medical centers or Baylor Health Care System.
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www.swimacrossamerica.org
Denise Hodges
214-599-8703
www.swimacrossamerica.org
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