Recent Media
For Immediate Release: Jan 19, 2018
MEDIA RELEASE
Fashion for Life/White Party to Support SPY Imaging Technology for Reconstruction Patients
Cambridge, Ontario – Fashion for Life/White Party will continue their mandate of supporting local cancer survivors with their event planned on April 26th. This will be the second year Fashion for Life/White Party directs their proceeds to Breast Reconstruction at Cambridge Memorial Hospital.
Once again, the Hacienda Sarria in Kitchener will serve as the backdrop for this elegant fashion experience. Guests will enjoy an evening of fashion and fun, featuring some of the Region's top retailers, served hors d'oeuvres by Wildcraft Catering and a live auction. Limited VIP Lounge Packages are available for those seeking the ultimate event experience.
“The women who benefit from reconstruction surgery in our Region are counting on us to come through for them. Some of these brave women will be involved in our show again this year, either by sharing their journey or as our guest models. We are thrilled to be hosting Fashion for Life/White Party at the glamorous Hacienda Sarria and we are anticipating a terrific year!” commented Audrey Wilson, Event Producer, With Audrey Consulting.
Immediate breast reconstruction as part of a mastectomy or lumpectomy procedure is a relatively new option for women in Waterloo Region. A team of local surgeons at Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH), including Drs. Rob Shenker, Amy Chesney and Stephanie Ma, perform many types of reconstructive breast surgery, including this ‘same-day’ technique when possible. They work in a close partnership with Dr. Donna Kolyn and her general surgery team to provide seamless care for these patients.
Fashion for Life/White Party proceeds will help to complete the purchase of a SPY Elite Fluorescence Imaging System, vital in identifying healthy tissue during reconstruction surgery. Used by Dr. Shenker’s team in the operating room, SPY technology allows for better healing following surgery, fewer complications and a greater patient experience overall.
CMH’s Breast Reconstruction program will be offered within the larger, more modern surgical suites of the new patient care wing when it opens later this year.
Fashion for Life will hold their 9th Annual White Party fashion event on April 26, 2018 at the Hacienda Sarria in Kitchener. Sponsorship is available by contacting Audrey Wilson, [email protected]
Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation raises funds to provide exceptional healthcare for members of our community. Providing hope and healing for breast cancer patients is one way that CMH is serving our Region. www.cmhfoundation.ca
Fashion for Life is a charitable project of Gemini Modelling Agency and Producer Audrey Wilson with a mission to raise money and provide hope to those who are dealing with the difficulties surrounding cancer. Since 2010 over $330,000 has been raised. www.fashionforlife.ca
For media inquiries contact:
Stephanie Wilson
Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation 519-740-4966 [email protected]
Audrey Wilson
Fashion for Life
(519) 578-2111 [email protected]
MEDIA RELEASE
Fashion for Life/White Party to Support SPY Imaging Technology for Reconstruction Patients
Cambridge, Ontario – Fashion for Life/White Party will continue their mandate of supporting local cancer survivors with their event planned on April 26th. This will be the second year Fashion for Life/White Party directs their proceeds to Breast Reconstruction at Cambridge Memorial Hospital.
Once again, the Hacienda Sarria in Kitchener will serve as the backdrop for this elegant fashion experience. Guests will enjoy an evening of fashion and fun, featuring some of the Region's top retailers, served hors d'oeuvres by Wildcraft Catering and a live auction. Limited VIP Lounge Packages are available for those seeking the ultimate event experience.
“The women who benefit from reconstruction surgery in our Region are counting on us to come through for them. Some of these brave women will be involved in our show again this year, either by sharing their journey or as our guest models. We are thrilled to be hosting Fashion for Life/White Party at the glamorous Hacienda Sarria and we are anticipating a terrific year!” commented Audrey Wilson, Event Producer, With Audrey Consulting.
Immediate breast reconstruction as part of a mastectomy or lumpectomy procedure is a relatively new option for women in Waterloo Region. A team of local surgeons at Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH), including Drs. Rob Shenker, Amy Chesney and Stephanie Ma, perform many types of reconstructive breast surgery, including this ‘same-day’ technique when possible. They work in a close partnership with Dr. Donna Kolyn and her general surgery team to provide seamless care for these patients.
Fashion for Life/White Party proceeds will help to complete the purchase of a SPY Elite Fluorescence Imaging System, vital in identifying healthy tissue during reconstruction surgery. Used by Dr. Shenker’s team in the operating room, SPY technology allows for better healing following surgery, fewer complications and a greater patient experience overall.
CMH’s Breast Reconstruction program will be offered within the larger, more modern surgical suites of the new patient care wing when it opens later this year.
Fashion for Life will hold their 9th Annual White Party fashion event on April 26, 2018 at the Hacienda Sarria in Kitchener. Sponsorship is available by contacting Audrey Wilson, [email protected]
Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation raises funds to provide exceptional healthcare for members of our community. Providing hope and healing for breast cancer patients is one way that CMH is serving our Region. www.cmhfoundation.ca
Fashion for Life is a charitable project of Gemini Modelling Agency and Producer Audrey Wilson with a mission to raise money and provide hope to those who are dealing with the difficulties surrounding cancer. Since 2010 over $330,000 has been raised. www.fashionforlife.ca
For media inquiries contact:
Stephanie Wilson
Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation 519-740-4966 [email protected]
Audrey Wilson
Fashion for Life
(519) 578-2111 [email protected]
For Immediate Release: Jan 6, 2017
Fashion for Life Finds an Elegant New Venue
Cambridge, Ontario – The Cambridge Memorial Hospital is very pleased to announce that Fashion for Life has found a new location for its April 2017 “White Party” Fundraiser in support of Breast Reconstruction at CMH.
The stunning Hacienda Sarria in Kitchener will serve as the backdrop for this elegant fashion experience. The event’s former location, Pearl Nightclub, closed their facility late last year forcing the committee to search for another suitable venue that offered a great atmosphere.
“We are thrilled to be hosting Fashion for Life at the glamorous Hacienda Sarria. It was important for us to find a location that would enhance our guests' and sponsors' experience and we are confident that this will be our most successful fundraiser to date! Guests will enjoy an evening of fashion and fun, featuring some of the Region's top retailers, served hors d'oeuvres by Wildcraft Catering and a live auction with prizing valued at over $10,000. The women who benefit from reconstruction surgery in our Region are counting on us to come through for them,” commented Audrey Wilson, Event Producer, GEMINI Models.
Breast reconstruction after mastectomy or lumpectomy is a relatively new option for women in the Waterloo region. A team of local surgeons, including Drs. Shenker, Chesney and Ma, perform many types of reconstructive breast surgery at Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH).
Fashion for Life proceeds help fund specialized operating room equipment, such as a microscope, tissue blood supply analyzer, specialized instruments and training for support staff.
Over $180,000 has been raised towards a $1M goal for CMH’s Breast Reconstruction program. The program will be offered within the larger, more modern surgical suites of the new patient care wing when it opens in 2017.
Fashion for Life will hold their 8th Annual White Party Fashion Show and Shopping night on April 27, 2017 at the Hacienda Sarria in Kitchener. Sponsorship is available by contacting Audrey Wilson, [email protected]
The Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation is a registered public charitable foundation that raises funds for medical equipment, infrastructure and continuing education at Cambridge Memorial
Hospital. Breast Reconstruction is part of our larger TransformationCMH Campaign to expand CMH to better serve the growing needs of our community. www.cmhfoundation.ca
Fashion for Life is a charitable project of Gemini Modelling Agency with a mission to raise money and provide hope to those who are dealing with the difficulties surrounding cancer. Since 2010 over $300,000 has been raised. www.fashionforlife.ca
For media inquiries contact:
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Sue Lockett
Campaign for Breast Reconstruction Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation 519-740-4966 mailto:[email protected]
Audrey Wilson
Fashion for Life
Gemini Modelling Agency
(519) 578-2111 [email protected]
Fashion for Life Finds an Elegant New Venue
Cambridge, Ontario – The Cambridge Memorial Hospital is very pleased to announce that Fashion for Life has found a new location for its April 2017 “White Party” Fundraiser in support of Breast Reconstruction at CMH.
The stunning Hacienda Sarria in Kitchener will serve as the backdrop for this elegant fashion experience. The event’s former location, Pearl Nightclub, closed their facility late last year forcing the committee to search for another suitable venue that offered a great atmosphere.
“We are thrilled to be hosting Fashion for Life at the glamorous Hacienda Sarria. It was important for us to find a location that would enhance our guests' and sponsors' experience and we are confident that this will be our most successful fundraiser to date! Guests will enjoy an evening of fashion and fun, featuring some of the Region's top retailers, served hors d'oeuvres by Wildcraft Catering and a live auction with prizing valued at over $10,000. The women who benefit from reconstruction surgery in our Region are counting on us to come through for them,” commented Audrey Wilson, Event Producer, GEMINI Models.
Breast reconstruction after mastectomy or lumpectomy is a relatively new option for women in the Waterloo region. A team of local surgeons, including Drs. Shenker, Chesney and Ma, perform many types of reconstructive breast surgery at Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH).
Fashion for Life proceeds help fund specialized operating room equipment, such as a microscope, tissue blood supply analyzer, specialized instruments and training for support staff.
Over $180,000 has been raised towards a $1M goal for CMH’s Breast Reconstruction program. The program will be offered within the larger, more modern surgical suites of the new patient care wing when it opens in 2017.
Fashion for Life will hold their 8th Annual White Party Fashion Show and Shopping night on April 27, 2017 at the Hacienda Sarria in Kitchener. Sponsorship is available by contacting Audrey Wilson, [email protected]
The Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation is a registered public charitable foundation that raises funds for medical equipment, infrastructure and continuing education at Cambridge Memorial
Hospital. Breast Reconstruction is part of our larger TransformationCMH Campaign to expand CMH to better serve the growing needs of our community. www.cmhfoundation.ca
Fashion for Life is a charitable project of Gemini Modelling Agency with a mission to raise money and provide hope to those who are dealing with the difficulties surrounding cancer. Since 2010 over $300,000 has been raised. www.fashionforlife.ca
For media inquiries contact:
-30-
Sue Lockett
Campaign for Breast Reconstruction Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation 519-740-4966 mailto:[email protected]
Audrey Wilson
Fashion for Life
Gemini Modelling Agency
(519) 578-2111 [email protected]
For Immediate Release: July 6, 2016
MEDIA RELEASE
8th Annual Fashion for Life to Support Breast Reconstruction at Cambridge Memorial Hospital
Cambridge, Ontario – The Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation is very pleased to announce that Fashion for Life has chosen the hospital’s Breast Reconstruction Program as its beneficiary for their upcoming 2017 ‘White Party’ fashion event.
Fashion for Life Chair, Audrey Wilson, commented “We are very proud and grateful of our success having raised over $300,000 for The Canadian Cancer Society since 2010. As a committee, we review annually where our time and fundraising efforts are best spent and this year we've chosen the Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation’s Breast Reconstruction Campaign.”
“We had no idea this service even existed until hearing three very personal and passionate stories from breast reconstruction patients,” says Wilson. “The committee voted unanimously to support this program for 2017 and we're confident that our change in direction will bring a renewed sense of energy and life to our show.“
Breast reconstruction after mastectomy or lumpectomy is a relatively new option for women in the Waterloo region.
A team of surgeons, including Drs. Shenker, Chesney and Ma, do all forms of reconstructive breast surgery, and began performing microsurgical free-flap, reconstructive surgeries at Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) in 2014. Often the reconstructive surgery may be combined with the cancer surgery on the same day. Reconstructive surgery is offered to women who have had, or are scheduled to have, a breast removed due to cancer, or a lumpectomy. Specialized operating room equipment, such as a microscope, tissue blood supply analyzer and instruments are required, along with a great deal of training for support staff.
Since 2014, over 150 of breast reconstructions have been performed at CMH. The CMH Foundation has raised over $160,000 towards their $1M goal for Breast Reconstruction. The program will be offered within the larger, more modern surgical suites of the new patient care wing when it opens in 2017.
Fashion for Life will hold their 8th Annual White Party Fashion Show and Shopping night on April 27, 2017 at Pearl Nightclub in Waterloo. Sponsorship is available by contacting Audrey Wilson, [email protected]
The Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation is a registered public charitable foundation that raises funds for medical equipment, infrastructure and continuing education at Cambridge Memorial
Hospital. Breast Reconstruction is part of our larger TransformationCMH Campaign to expand CMH to better serve the growing needs of our community. www.cmhfoundation.ca
Fashion for Life is a charitable project of Gemini Modelling Agency with a mission to raise money and provide hope to those who are dealing with the difficulties surrounding cancer. Since 2010 over $300,000 has been raised for causes such as Wheels of Hope coordinated by the Canadian Cancer Society. www.fashionforlife.ca
For media inquiries contact:
-30-
Jennifer White
Campaign for Breast Reconstruction Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation 519-740-4966 [email protected]
Audrey Wilson
Fashion for Life
Gemini Modelling Agency
(519) 578-2111 [email protected]