I’ve known Dr. Doran since my arrival at GBMC, and we have a few things in common. We both came up through the academic general pediatric training ranks and both came to Maryland from Massachusetts.
Dr. Doran started at GBMC in 1991 as a pediatrician and eventually was named as Chairman of the Department of Pediatrics eight years later. Under his leadership, GBMC created one of the most effective pediatric units in the area by placing the pediatric inpatient unit and pediatric emergency department in the same space. Having this unique working environment has allowed our pediatric staff to keep their skills sharp, and it has also allowed us to improve continuity of care for the children served.
As part of the GBMC HealthPartners Pediatric Group, Dr. Doran has provided primary care for several thousand children and even some children of his original patients. Tim has been a phenomenal advocate for children in our region. A few years ago, when another medical center closed its pediatric department and eliminated their child abuse program, Dr. Doran immediately worked with our team to form a child protection team at GBMC to fill the gap.
During his tenure, Dr. Doran has helped our organization strive in several other ways. He has been a big part of the success of our continuing medical education program and pediatric grand rounds. He has served as the medical director for Gilchrist Kids, our pediatric hospice. Tim has served as a board member, and chair, of the Gilchrist Center Baltimore. He has also held numerous leadership roles outside of our healthcare system. Tim served as the president of the Maryland Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics and has received many awards, including Maryland Pediatrician of the Year.
Dr. Doran is beloved by his patients, colleagues, and the community. Even though we will miss him as a clinician we are still fortunate to have him serve GBMC Healthcare as the new Chair of the Gilchrist Board of Directors.
Please join me in thanking Dr. Doran for all that he has done for GBMC, our patients and their families, and for the community!
This past Sunday, I ran in our 34th annual Father’s Day 5K. As always, it was great to see so many “graduates” of our NICU and their parents, along with numerous other people from the community, including GBMC staff, come out and participate.
For more than 30 years, this event has been helping to raise funds for GBMC’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). All proceeds go toward acquiring specialized equipment, providing quality facilities, and hiring clinical staff to continue delivering outstanding care.
Every day, moms and dads turn to GBMC’s highly trained healthcare professionals to care for their sick or premature babies because we provide the same care that we would want for our own loved ones.
I want to thank the more than 600 participants who helped raise more than $101,000. Let me also thank the GBMC Volunteer Auxiliary and all the amazing volunteers who made this event happen as well as GBMC’s NICU doctors, nurses, technicians, and others who dedicate their lives to the health of babies. I am grateful for your ardent commitment to our NICU.
Earlier this month, we celebrated National Cancer Survivor Day in a unique way, as we are still dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. This year’s alternative option maintained the spirit of this important event while ensuring the health and safety of our community.
As a substitute to our annual in-person cancer survivorship celebration, Oncology Support Services, at our Sandra & Malcolm Berman Cancer Institute, presented GBMC Cancer Survivors with a “Celebration to Go” kit. This year’s theme was Lemons, representing a “Zest for Life.”
More than 350 kits, which included a gourmet meal, decorations, and fresh flowers, were distributed to our survivors. A caravan of survivors drove up to Farmhouse Hill to receive their kits while our Berman Cancer Institute staff greeted and cheered them on!
For 30 years, our event has celebrated cancer survivors and their families, friends, and caregivers, and it is our way to honor them for their courage and support them in their recovery. This day is truly all about celebrating life.
I want to express my gratitude to Felicity Kirby, RN, BSN, OCN, our Survivorship Coordinator, and all those involved in putting together this year’s celebration and to congratulate all survivors, their families, and our caregivers!
Hats off to Jim Keyzer, CHFM, our Director of Facilities, who recently achieved the status of senior member of the American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE) of the American Hospital Association (AHA).
This is a truly notable accomplishment, and Jim now belongs to a special group of “talented and experienced colleagues,” who share his dedication to “advancing the profession.” The ASHE represents more than 8,400 facilities managers, engineers, clinical engineering/medical equipment managers, and professionals in the fields of health care design, construction, and safety.
Jim and his team do a phenomenal job in maintaining our facilities. His knowledge about heating, plumbing, electrical works, and everything to do with building maintenance is remarkable.
Kudos Jim, on this well-deserved recognition!
The Baltimore Jewish Times recently announced its list of “Best of Jewish Baltimore.” GBMC was named “Best ER/Hospital” and “Best Vein Clinic” by their readers. I am thankful for the marvelous validation we receive from the Jewish community and for their trust in GBMC to address their healthcare needs.
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