V O I C ES O F
Julie Nickell,
E X PE R IEN C E
Wilfried Leder, M.D.
dr . leder has provided oncology care
at mhmh for 30 years . he is a founding
partner and the president of cincinnati
hematology- oncology, inc .
“As it is now, the Oncology Clinic would
certainly benefit from an expansion.
We have very committed nurses who
are doing a great job for us, but it’s a cramped space—and you
almost feel like you’re in everybody’s pocket. There are people
who would like a kind of privacy they can’t get now.”
Slobodan Stanisic, M.D.
dr . stanisic , also of cincinnati
hematology- oncology, inc ., has
provided oncology care at mhmh for
five years .
“There’s a definite need for space, and
not only more space—but a space that
is more open. Patients are often here
getting treatments for the better part of a day. We could use
more room for them to stretch out—or simply relax in a more
peaceful environment.
“There is a large patient base here for oncology services, and we
offer a centralized location for a pretty dispersed community. The
clinic works—and we do what we can right now. But hopefully
some time soon we’ll have more space in which to do that work.”
Jamie K. Waselenko, M.D.
Dr. Waselenko, also of cincinnati
hematology- oncology, inc ., will be
joining the O ncology C linic in
N ovember 2007.
“I’m excited about the opportunity to
contribute to McCullough-Hyde Memorial
Hospital’s tradition of excellence in patient
care. Moreover, I’m hopeful that plans to
expand the Oncology Clinic and cancer care will improve patient
privacy and enhance the healing process for patients and fami-
lies battling cancer.”
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V O I C ES F O R
E X PANSI O N
At McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital, we listen to the Voices of Experience.
What they told us inspired our vision for the Oncology Clinic Expansion.
We hope that their voices will inspire you to make a gift in support of expansion.
Denise Olthaus R.N.,
Charge Nurse, 23-year employee,
16 years with the Oncology Clinic
“I’ve been pushing for the expansion
of the Oncology Clinic for two primary
reasons: privacy and space. Currently,
there is NO privacy.
“I put myself in the patients’ place—I’ll do
anything for everybody, and all of our staff is that way. The minute
you walk in the door of MHMH, the hospital becomes a second
family. But I know that we can improve our delivery of service with
more space and privacy. If you wonder why we need this expan-
sion, come visit us on a busy day.”
Marian Sanger,
Breast Cancer Survivor,
Patient, and Patient
Advocate with husband
Bruce Sanger,
Patient, of Richmond, IN
Marian: “We made the
40-minute drive to Oxford for 20 weeks straight. It was worth it—
the spirit of everyone is so uplifting. The only problem with the
clinic is that it’s so small. If you’ve ever been diagnosed with can-
cer, you’d realize that you really do need a support system. That
includes someone going to the doctor with you—and going to
chemo with you. There needs to be space for them, too.”
Bruce: “I had trouble with cancer in my ankle, and the walk from
the front entrance to the clinic is quite a ways. The man at the
front door offered me a wheel chair, but I just didn’t want to take
it. I guess it’s my own pride, which may be foolish, but I just want
to walk on my own.”
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Cheryl Everett,
27-year Employee, Former Patient, and
Breast Cancer Survivor with her son
Marcus Everett,
5-year employee, Patient Advocate
First diagnosed in 2000, Cheryl endured
a second battle with cancer in 2006.
Cheryl: “The nurses in the Oncology Clinic got me through everything.
They made me feel like part of the family instead of just a patient—and they
did unbelievable things to keep me comfortable and make it light-hearted.
It’s a phenomenal clinic, but more space would mean so much. You’d like
to have the option of privacy on those days you really need it.”
Marcus: “My Mom found out she had cancer on a Thursday—and in two
weeks she’d lost her hair and lost her breast. Anything that can make a
patient like that feel a little more comfortable is worthwhile.”
Dr. Tom Speh
President, MHMH Board of D irectors, Volunteer,
Former Patient Advocate
Dr. Speh’s wife, Michele, was a former patient of the
clinic who lost her battle with breast cancer in 2000.
“The clinic made it easy for us to be positive…It was a
unique and special time for us, but some people are
very private about that experience. When the clinic is expanded, we’ll be able
to deal with those individual desires and needs.
“My exceptional experience with the Oncology Clinic inspired me to make
a gift so that others will have the privacy and space that they need. Now, as
chair of the hospital board, I ask that you join me and my family in making
a donation to help expand the Oncology Clinic.”
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Development D irector,
McCullough -Hyde TRUST
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What We Need
We need your help to raise $578,000 to expand and upgrade the
Oncology Clinic in a very short time frame, with construction starting
mid-2008, opening by mid-2009. Generous support has brought
us half way to that goal. But the complete success of this compas-
sionate effort depends upon your gifts.
Please participate in the Oncology Clinic Expansion and make a gift
or a pledge now. For the health of our community, our neighbors,
our loved ones and our future, join our Family of Donors today.
With your support, we will build more room to care—and give our
oncology patients and their families—more room to heal.
How You Can Help
Choose how you will make your gift to the Oncology Clinic Expansion.
The MHMH TRUST accepts cash, check or credit card for payment
of your charitable contribution. Gifts of stock and property are also
accepted. Memorial gifts are welcome.
• Mail a check or a pledge to:
McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital TRUST
21 Lynn Avenue, Suite 107
Oxford, Ohio 45056
• Call: Julie Nickell at 513-664-3850 to arrange your giving.
• Give Online: Visit: www.mhmh.org and click on “Giving/Trust.”
All major credit cards are accepted.
All donors making Oncology Clinic gifts of $10,000 or larger will be
recognized on a special plaque in the new clinic.
Spread The Word
Share our need for contributions for the Oncology Clinic Expansion
with your friends, family and neighbors!
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remaining close to home. But now, our family has grown. Our Oncology Clinic needs to expand. And we need your help.
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Our Oncology Clinic is too Small, Our New 3,000 square-foot
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Begun in a small corner of the hospital 25 years ago, the Oncology
Wellness Center located on the west side of the hospital.
Clinic initially served an average of 10 patients per month. Now, the
clinic serves an average of 242 patients per month—totaling nearly
2,000 patients in 2006. Our patient base is expected to rise 4% annually.
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