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from the ceo My daughter got married a few weeks ago. She was a beautiful bride, and the wedding was a great celebration. I learned through this experience the responsibilities of the father of the bride: to show up, shut up and pay up. I can proudly though painfully tell you I met my responsibilities. Those of you contemplating the great blessing of children will enjoy this issue of Connect magazine. Turn a few pages, and you’ll find information about our exceptional Obstetrics Services at Cartersville Medical Center. We have comments from Dr. Ben Warren and Nurse Midwife Kim Millsap that I know you’ll find helpful as you anticipate your “special delivery.” Enjoy the experience, but be warned: They grow up quickly! We’ve also included several pieces about the cancer screening, treatment and support services available at Redmond Regional Medical Center, Cartersville Medical Center and The Hope Center, our high-tech cancer treatment center located right on the Cartersville Medical Center campus. We’re proud to offer the finest cancer screening services available, and these screenings enable us to diagnose cancer early, when it’s most treatable. When we do identify cancer, we provide our oncologists and surgeons with state-of-the-art equipment, technology and support to treat it aggressively and give you, our patient, great hope in beating this disease. Our high-tech resources are not limited to treating cancer. Read on to learn about the latest technology and equipment we’ve added and the cutting-edge services we’ve introduced at both our hospitals. From the only cardiac magnetic resonance imaging service available between Atlanta and Nashville to the latest in robotic surgery and the most modern electrophysiology lab in the state, we’re committed to providing you with the state-of-the-art services you expect. We’re also committed to remaining the health system you rely on for all your healthcare needs. You know you can trust us, and we certainly take that responsibility seriously. I assure you our family at Redmond Regional and Cartersville Medical Center will continue doing everything we can to ensure we’re ready to care for your family when you need us. Sincerely, John Quinlivan, FACHE Redmond Chief Executive Officer Redmond Health system president Meet Leonardo! The da Vinci® Si™ Surgical System at Cartersville Medical Center helps patients return home more quickly and with less scarring after surgery. In honor of this advanced technology, we reached out to area students to help us choose the robot’s name. Thanks to everyone who participated in the “Name the Robot” art contest, and Keagan Williams, fifth grader at Mission Road Elementary School, who won the grand prize for his entry “Leonardo.” Third to Fifth Grade Honors: First place—Jordan Crook, fourth grader at Pine Log Elementary School, for “Medibot 2000” Second place—Vanna Beach, fifth grader at Mission Road Elementary School, for “Caring Carla” Third place—Olivia Flynn, third grader at Hamilton Crossing Elementary School, for “Dr. Fix-a-Lot” Honorable Mention—Evan Crane, fourth grader at Hamilton Crossing Elementary School, for “Dr. Armstrong” Kindergarten to Second Grade Honors: First place—Jada Gravitt, first grader at Pine Log Elementary School, for “Robee” Second place—Molly Centers, first grader at Pine Long Elementary School, for “Sunshine” Third place—Violet Lopez, first grader at Mission Road Elementary School, for “Dr. Help” Honorable Mention—Jordanna Sensing, first grader at Cartersville Primary School, for “Dr. Sally” Hospital Editorial Board Ginger Tyra Director of marketing and public relations Cartersville Medical Center Andrea O. Pitts Director of Marketing redmond regional medical center True North Custom Media Liz Presnell Publisher Dorothy Piatt Managing Editor Abigail Gentry-Richardson senior Designer This publication in no way seeks to serve as a substitute for professional medical care. Consult your physician before undertaking any form of medical treatment or adopting any exercise program or dietary guidelines. Connect is published quarterly as a service of Redmond Health System, redmondhealth.com/connect. To subscribe or unsubscribe, write to: Connect Magazine, Redmond Health System, 735 Broad Street, Suite 708, Chattanooga, TN 37402 or call 800-624-7496 Redmond Health System