Events

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Saint John’s “Good as Gold” Gala on November 2 at the Fairmont Century Plaza. The evening was one of our most successful galas in history, raising over $1.5 million to benefit vital programs, services, and the greatest needs within our distinguished institutes of excellence at Providence Saint […]

We were honored to be joined by over 100 people at the annual Legacy Society Luncheon held at the Hotel Casa del Mar. The luncheon celebrates the visionary philanthropy of our legacy donors. This year’s luncheon featured a presentation on “The End of Alzheimer’s” by internationally-recognized Dale Bredesen, MD. Dr. Bredesen is the Senior Director […]

This year’s Power of Pink Luncheon benefiting the Margie Petersen Breast Center on September 29 was a huge success! Together, we raised over $400,000 to fund Providence Saint John's Health Center's breast surgical oncology fellowship, research, and supportive services for patients and survivors. The event honored Sara Rutenberg with the Ruth Weil Spirit of Hope […]

On September 19, we were proud to honor this year’s Champions of Philanthropy at Hotel Casa del Mar. Champions of Philanthropy recognizes physician partners who are dedicated to advancing the mission of Providence Saint John’s Health Center. This year, we honored: Jennifer A. Linehan, MD 2024 Physician Rising Star Award Santosh Kesari, MD, PhD 2024 […]

Nearly 1,000 ice cream treats along with hundreds of gift cards and prizes were given away during the Irene Dunne Guild’s annual ‘Treats for Caregivers’ event! Hosted by the Irene Dunne Guild and Saint John’s Health Center Foundation, Treats for Caregivers is organized as a way to have fun and show appreciation for the hard […]

Over 100 guests joined us for our September Educational Evening - Think You’re Too Healthy for a Heart Attack or Stroke? The evening featured a physician panel with: Shephal K. Doshi, MD Executive Medical Director, Minerd Heart and Vascular Institute, Providence Saint John’s Health Center; Edward and Mary White Endowed Chair in Electrophysiology, Providence Saint […]

On August 15, we hosted a mixer welcoming dozens of new physicians to the Providence Saint John’s Health Center family. The evening included remarks from Providence Saint John’s Health Center Chief Operating Officer, Jared Amerson, and Co-Chair of the Physician Leadership Council Dr. Mehran Movassaghi. Thank you to all who organized and attended this evening […]

On July 18, 2024, Saint John’s celebrated Providence Saint John’s Health Center’s Fellowship Programs Class of 2024. The ceremony, held at Foundation Board Member Elizabeth Gregory Riordan’s home, recognized seven graduating fellows who will go on to be a part of national cancer centers running their own programs and training other surgeons in what they […]

On May 30, 2024, Saint John’s Health Center Foundation held its inaugural Endowed Chair Investiture Ceremony at the Brentwood Country Club. This event celebrated three remarkable individuals: - Dr. Shephal K. Doshi, recipient of the Edward and Mary White Endowed Chair in Electrophysiology. - Dr. Peter C.D. Pelikan, awarded the Peter C.D. Pelikan, M.D., Endowed […]

We did it! Thanks to the incredible support from our community, the Day of Giving at Saint John’s Health Center Foundation was a huge success! We’re so grateful to everyone who donated, shared our posts, and helped spread the word. Your generosity will go a long way in supporting the life-saving work at Providence Saint […]

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an empowering day at Think Pink for Women’s Wellness on May 8th! We had an incredible lineup of speakers, and a beautiful luncheon to cap off the event. Proceeds from the event will support vital programs, services, and equipment at Providence Saint John’s Health Center. Here’s to […]

From April 19 to 21, Saint John’s Health Center Foundation held its annual retreat at the stunning Ojai Valley Inn. Trustees, donors, physician partners, and special guests came together for a weekend of education, camaraderie, discovery, and relaxation.⁠ ⁠ Thanks to the hard work and dedication from the Chautauqua Weekend Planning Committee, led by co-chairs […]