By Daily Press staff
Saint John’s Health Center, a 317-bed, not-for-profit, acute-care hospital serving Santa Monica and neighboring communities, has announced the renewal of its long-standing affiliation with the John Wayne Cancer Institute (JWCI).
Under the permanent alliance, the programs of both facilities will be expanded through the development of new clinical and research disciplines, and the construction of a new facility at Saint John’s.
Establishment of the permanent alliance was accomplished largely through the leadership of Carl McKinzie, chairman of the board of Saint John’s Health Center, and Patrick Wayne, chairman of the board of JWCI, said Saint John’s president and CEO Lou Lazatin.
Under the affiliation, Lazatin will serve as president and CEO of both organizations, and each will retain its own independent nonprofit status for fundraising and operational purposes. Armando E. Giuliano, M.D., Chief of Science and Medicine for JWCI at Saint John’s, will provide leadership for the institute’s internationally-renowned clinical and translational cancer research. Donald L. Morton, M.D. will direct the nationally-recognized Surgical Oncology Fellowship Program while continuing his melanoma research programs.
In announcing the renewal, Lazatin said she is working with the fundraising teams of both the health center and JWCI to develop a joint strategic initiative for advancing cancer research and clinical programs, building premier facilities, and acquiring additional cutting-edge technologies to support the institute’s world-class scientists, physicians and staff.
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on August 8, 2006. Read the original PDF.