John Hopkins Symposium "One Day Journey"
Gathered at the Kravis Center on January 23rd were a thousand
participants and many renowned faculty of Johns Hopkins Medicine. The
gathering provided important health information for the participants
and also gave them an opportunity to speak with faculty members about
their health concerns.
Johns Hopkins, located in the city of Baltimore, is known throughout
the world for the quality of the care it provides and the advances it
has made is diagnosing and treating diseases. On the Hopkins campus in
Baltimore there are a number of hospital facilities devoted to specific
illnesses and treatments. For instance the Cancer Center is one of the
premier sites for Cancer treatment in the country. Some of Cancer
faculty appeared at the event at the Kravis Center and either spoke or
contributed information through a panel discussion.
Theo Tarantini, who heads Braman Health Care Initiative, was able to
speak with faculty members, some of whom he has worked with at Johns
Hopkins. Among the most inspiring of the speakers was Lillie
Shockney, breast cancer survivor, acclaimed humorist, author and
lecturer who presented during the Plenary Session. She held her
audience spellbound as she described her journey through the diagnosis
and treatment of her breast cancer. Currently, Lillie is the
Administrator of the Avon Breast Cancer at Johns Hopkins.
Lillie and Theo had a chance to speak after the morning session about
the Johns Hopkins presence in Palm Beach. Lillie indicated that while
it is only a *referral Office* it does coordinate care of patients who
want to be treated at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore. "It works well and we
are very pleased with our presence here."
Theo voiced some concerns about the lack of Johns Hopkins physicians at
the Johns Hopkins Office in Palm Beach. "A referral office is fine but
the community would like to have the presence of Johns Hopkins
physicians who can see patients, evaluate their conditions and then
refer them to Baltimore." Furthermore, a presence would be supported by
community and Business Leaders alike." Joining the discussion on this
topic was the Co-Chair of the event, Mollye Block, who indicated that
one cannot duplicate the resources of a Johns Hopkins in Palm Beach
but a presence of physicians would be welcome for a limited role in
getting patients referred to Baltimore.
Cheryl McDuffie, the organizer of the event and Hopkins program
analyst, was enthusiastic about Theo*s comments and said, "We need to
stay in touch about the ideas you have for the Hopkins presence in Palm
Beach, but most of all, all of us at Hopkins, appreciate the role that
Braman played in supporting this event. We hope that you will continue
to do this in the future." Theo indicated that "Braman Motors supports
many great causes and will continue to be a strong voice and leader
among businesses in Palm Beach County for events such as "A Womens
Journey"
Braman and Partners Support Sunshine Kids Chic Cocktail Party and Auction Well-Attended
The Sunshine Kids Foundation adds quality of life to children with cancer by
providing them with exciting, positive, group activities so they may once again
do what kids are supposed to do . . . have fun and celebrate life!
Braman Motorcars presented cars at Robb & Stucky Interiors at Palm Beach Gardens
for an evening reception and live auction fund-raiser dedicated to this
wonderful group of children with cancer.
The event's partners provided food by Carrabba's Italian Grill,
shows by the Fred Astaire dancers, and presentations by Field of
Dreams, Panache, You're Invited, and of course show cars from Braman's
horsepower stables.
The festivities, complete with hor
d'oeurves, champagne, wine, and cigars were hosted from 6-9pm on Wednesday,
November 12th. A live auction began at 6:30pm
and featured the deals of a lifetime... all to benefit the kids.
We
look forward to the day when The Sunshine Kids Foundation will no
longer need to exist. Until that time, the entire Sunshine Kids family
is dedicated to providing the most exciting activities, trips, and
events for as many young cancer patients as possible. Click here for more information on Sunshine Kids.
Braman Gives "Horsepower" to Vinceremos Nearly $14,000 raised from spirited MINI auction at Gala Dinner Dance and Auction
Vinceremos, the therapeutic riding school for the handicapped, had
its "Night Under the Stars". The grand night featured "A
Feast of Luxury Automobiles" presented by Braman Motorcars, who worked closely with the Vinceremos staff to make this a very
successful fund-raiser for a very worthy cause.
Braman bid cards im-use during a spirited auction of the MINI Cooper
Braman
Motorcars contributed a two year lease on a MINI Cooper and in the
auction part of the evening, the lease helped to raise almost $14,000.
Braman Motorcars has gone even further in supporting this wonderful
charity by offering to continue the campaign throughout the coming
year. Anyone who attended and kept their bid card may call a special
number to drive one of our beautiful automobiles. Should they buy the
automobile, a donation will be made to Vinceremos.
Vinceremos has a goal of raising one million dollars to build an indoor
arena for the children and veterans that it serves. The fundraiser on
February 22 raised a quarter of a million dollars toward that goal.
With that amount, Vinceremos is close to having met the three quarter
mark of their financial goal. Braman takes pride in supporting
community activities, and especially those that provide such important
services to our children in need. In the course of this year,
Vinceremos will begin working with wounded Veterans, using the Healing
Power of horses to advance their rehabilitation, and help them to regain
their confidence. Throughout the campaign, Braman was pleased to let
our customers know that Braman gives horsepower to Vinceremos. Braman
will continue to be there all year long for Vinceremos. The following week, the couple who bid on the Cooper, Mr. and Mrs. John
McCarthy came to our dealership to pick up the brand new MINI
for their daughter. Everyone wins, the children who need our help and
support, and the winning couple who wanted their daughter to drive an incredibly safe, fuel-efficient car. We salute the McCarthys and
their generosity to Vinceremos. We encourage anyone with the time and
horse skills to become a volunteer at Vinceremos. Call them directly at
561-792-9900 and give them the most precious gift you can: time.
The Braman Girls, Stephanie and Gabriella, flank the winner of the auction. He purchased the car for his daughter.