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Jupiter Medical Center Acquires Leading-Edge

Equipment For Cancer Institute

Jupiter Medical Center is advancing its diagnostic imaging and Mary D. Walsh Robotic Surgery Program and the Florence patients’ well-being and quality of care, and Jupiter Medical
and staging capabilities with the addition of a new, high- A. De George Pavilion. Center Foundation is dedicated to securing this financial support
performance, digital PET/CT scanner. The technology will make As a leading, not-for-profit medical provider in the region, in order to fulfill the mission of the organization. For more
Jupiter Medical Center the first in the state to produce motion- Jupiter Medical Center relies on philanthropic gifts to maintain information, please visit jmcfoundation.org.
free images that will improve the diagnosis and treatment of
cancer. The acquisition is due to the generosity of Barbara and Music And Art At Village Art Studios
Joe Charles.
The General Electric Discovery IQ combines positron
(CT) scans. The merger results in the detection of much smaller At Gallery Square North
emission tomography (PET) and computerized tomography
cancerous lesions, exceptional image quality, and the use of less
radioactive materials. Report and Photos by Penny Sheltz
“It is important to us to have a regional medical center that is Fun Saturday at Village Art Studios in Tequesta with
committed to expanding critical services,” said donor Joe Charles music from Redshoes Roulette Band who play classic
who lives in Jupiter. “We wanted to help Jupiter Medical Center rock with Chris Vergil, keyboard; Jimmy Redshoes, guitar
find the best available technology to improve treatment, accuracy, and vocal; and Dr. Tom Rowe on bass. Guests had fun
and enhance patients’ experiences.” dancing, listening to the music and seeing great art works.
The new PET/CT scanner includes respiratory technology
that monitors each patient’s breathing pattern and stabilizes
accordingly, leading to clearer images and improved diagnosis.
The machine also involves less hardware and shortens the length
of the procedure, which increases patient comfort.
“This donation supports the growth of the oncology services
at Jupiter Medical Center and changes the outlook for our
patients,” said Liv Vesely, president of Jupiter Medical Center
Foundation. “Our physicians have a greater tool to determine
the extent of disease, so they can pinpoint the next steps for
treatment.”
The new PET/CT scanner with be housed in the Foshay
Cancer Center, which is part of the Anderson Family Cancer
Institute. The 55,000-square-foot facility opened in March 2020.
It offers patients tailored treatments and access to the world-class
team at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University
of Miami, the only designated National Cancer Institute (NCI)
cancer center in South Florida.
About Jupiter Medical Center Foundation
Since its founding in 1989, Jupiter Medical Center Foundation
has empowered Jupiter Medical Center with the financial
resources to reimagine the delivery of health and wellness to
the region. Jupiter Medical Center Foundation, together with
Jupiter Medical Center, is committed to transforming regional
healthcare through leading-edge technology, patient-centered
care and enhanced facilities. The foundation has funded a
number of major projects at Jupiter Medical Center, including
the De George Pediatric Unit in partnership with Nicklaus
Children’s Hospital, the Margaret W. Niedland Breast Center,
The Anderson Family Orthopedic and Spine Center, the Frank E.

Artist Bill Sabino paints Notre Dame and dances with his
While guests dance, Artist Julie paints a beautiful bird. wife Nicki.

Anderson Family Cancer Institute
Photo courtesy of Jupiter Medical Center
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