Page 24 - Southern Exposure - January '25

Page 24, Southern Exposure

Holiday Happenings from page 21

“The Annual Holiday Mixer is always a highlight of our Happenings
year, and this year was no exception,” said Noel Martinez,
president and CEO of the Palm Beach North Chamber of
Commerce. “We are deeply grateful to everyone who attended
and contributed to this incredible cause. Together, we’re The Old Church In Palm Beach
making a tangible difference in the lives of our local students.”
The evening was filled with festive cheer, offering
attendees the opportunity to strengthen relationships, forge Serves As Setting For Intimate
new connections, and reflect on the accomplishments of
the past year. As 2025 approaches, the Palm Beach North
Chamber of Commerce looks forward to continuing its Jupiter Medical Center Recxeption
mission of fostering a high quality of life in Palm Beach North
while building a prosperous economy, developing regional
leadership, and becoming a resilient and connected region. Jupiter Medical Center (JMC) supporters gathered to The following day, Jupiter Medical Center announced
For more information, visit www.pbnchamber.com. hear from President and CEO about latest in health care. it was the only hospital in the Palm Beach and Martin
On Thursday, Nov. 14, as the sun set on the Intracoastal County region to receive an “A” Hospital Safety Grade,
Waterway, Jupiter Medical Center supporters gathered for the highest safety grade from The Leapfrog Group, an
an intimate reception hosted by Mimi and Leroy McMakin independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on
at their residence, The Old Church in Palm Beach. The patient safety. This ranking marks the hospital’s 12th
picturesque backdrop served as the setting for a discussion “A” from The Leapfrog Group.
about Jupiter Medical Center’s latest updates, including Also joining the discussion were several of the
how the area’s only independent, not-for-profit hospital hospital’s esteemed physicians:
continues to lead the region in safety, quality, and patient • Julian Berrocal, M.D., Yale-educated, board-
experience rankings. certified and fellowship-trained breast surgical
“It is a privilege to be with you tonight,” said Traci oncologist, discussed the latest breast cancer treatments
Simonsen, chief philanthropy officer of the Jupiter Medical available at the Margaret W. Niedland Breast Center.
Center Foundation, while welcoming the crowd. “We are • Michael Sabbah, M.D., board-certified and
truly grateful for the opportunity to connect with you and fellowship-trained in cardiovascular medicine at the
share our latest updates and achievements, which continue Mayo Clinic, discussed the Robson Heart & Vascular
to elevate Jupiter Medical Center and benefit our region.” Institute’s multidisciplinary approach to heart care.
She then introduced Amit Rastogi, M.D., MHCM, who • Jessica Schwartz, D.O., a board-certified general
Angel Adams, Alex Slaton, Traci Rollins, and Betsy Cohen detailed the hospital’s latest updates, including its growth internist with a special focus on obesity medicine,
over the past 45 years, current growth plans, and how it detailed the importance of primary care for overall
is advancing health care in the region using the latest health and wellness.
technology and treatments. For more information about Jupiter Medical Center,
“Our growth is driven by the demand to provide the visit jupitermed.com, call (561) 263-2234, or follow
highest level of health care in our region,” said Dr. Rastogi. Jupiter Medical Center on Facebook and Instagram @
“Three things are fundamental for us at Jupiter Medical jupitermedicalcenter or on Twitter @JupiterMedCtr. For
Center: providing the best quality, safety, and patient more information about Jupiter Medical Center Foundation,
experience. We attribute our success in these areas to our visit jmcfoundation.org or call (561) 263-5728.
status as the area’s only independent, not-for-profit health
system, which allows us to focus all our efforts on our
community and its needs.”

Michael Mitrione, Susan Kaplan and Chip Armstrong

Alex Martinez Slaton, Ashley Verturo, and Narupa Baldeosingh

Jimmy Glenis, Bruny Rosa, and Eddie Tybuszynski

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