The physicians of Princeton Radiation Oncology believe in supporting St. Mary Medical Center, their patients, and giving back to the community where they work. They have a patient-centered philosophy focused on a supportive, positive environment where patients receive every advantage in their fight against cancer. The group was recruited in a national search by St. Mary to bring the best in cancer care to Bucks County. Located at St. Mary Medical Center for the past five years, the group’s philosophy is a direct match with that of the medical center. “No radiation oncology center in the Philadelphia area can exceed what we have at St. Mary Medical Center” comments Dr. Robert Cardinale, Medical Director of Radiation Oncology. Built on a foundation of trust, mutual respect and teamwork, St. Mary Medical Center and Princeton Radiation Oncology have created a world class radiation oncology program that offers a full continuum of care ranging fromWide-bore CT,Tomotherapy, Stereotactic Radiotherapy, High Dose Rate Brachytherapy, PET/CT scanning to advanced image-guided Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy. This translates into care that focuses on the needs of the patient, providing the latest in diagnostic and treatment that is patient centered. “When St. Mary wanted to bring the next generation of cancer care here, we knew we would get involved with the fundraising effort.” Dr. Cardinale said. And they have, pledging $50,000 towards the purchase of Frameless Stereotactic Radiosurgery, the latest in radiation oncology technology. The professional partnership that started years ago fostered a philanthropic partnership that continues to grow. These physicians are truly community members committed to quality...
In the past, Ed Noonan and Washington Crossing resident John Smithson frequently spoke about issues relating to their reinsurance professions, and it was during one such discussion that John brought up a new topic that resonated with Ed. “As an active supporter and Foundation Board member, John talked to me about the need for people to get involved with St. Mary Medical Center,” Ed recalled. “He indicated what an important role the hospital plays in the community, and convinced me to join the Foundation. I am so glad that I did, and since then my wife has joined me in our efforts.” Ed and Andrea had no previous interaction with St. Mary, other than the usual medical experiences that parents of two active children might have. But Ed does have the life experiences and professional background that have turned him into an articulate advocate of St. Mary. As a reinsurance industry executive, Ed has more than a rudimentary knowledge of medical facilities. Coupled with his work history, which has taken him to all corners of the world, Ed is in a unique position to compare St. Mary Medical Center with other institutions and declare St. Mary Medical Center an unparalleled superior center. “John had praised the leadership qualities of Greg Wozniak,” Ed said, “and once I came on board and saw for myself what an outstanding leader Greg is, I was totally convinced that I had made the right decision to become an active supporter.” When Ed joined the Foundation Board, the hospital was half the size it is now. What impressed Ed was the caliber of the team...
Eleven months ago, Jim Natale was playing competitive basketball on a regular basis, was not overweight and neither smoked nor drank. As a Senior Corporate Vice President for a large medical products company, Jim maintained a busy professional schedule and with his wife Linda, an equally active social life. Yet, unbeknownst to Jim, while he was living his life, he was experiencing a 95% blockage in four heart vessels. A major heart attack — or worse — could occur at anytime. That it did not happen, Jim readily concedes, can be attributed to the expertise and competence of the medical team at St. Mary Medical Center. “I have a family history of heart disease, and my own cholesterol numbers were high,” he said. “My physician Dr. George Heyrich monitored my health, regularly scheduling me for stress tests.” Jim felt good, experiencing no symptoms, no chest pains. But it was a comment from a fellow basketball player that he did not look well that sent Jim to Dr. Heyrich’s office for another stress test even though he had taken one six months earlier. Five minutes into Jim’s stress test, the technician halted the test. Jim protested, saying he had completed 20 minutes during a previous test at an earlier time. However, the test clearly showed a potential problem. Dr. Heyrich recommended that a diagnostic catheterization be performed as soon as possible. Unfortunately, the results showed a significant blockage in four vessels. Dr. Heyrich informed Jim that he needed to have a quadruple by-pass surgery. Given the nature of his career, Jim had contacts with healthcare professionals and hospitals throughout the...
Building a solid foundation that impacts patient care Tom Nason is the third generation owner of Nason Construction, which was founded in 1922 by his grandfather Walton H. Nason. Tom started his career rather ordinarily at age 13 as a laborer sweeping floors of a new freezer building construction site at Nason’s WAWA Dairy farm. His father, Walter H. “Toppy” Nason, Jr., was insistent that his son start at the bottom and learn all aspects of the business during the summers. It was important to Toppy that his son had an appreciation for each type of job involved in the construction industry, the demands of each job, and the conditions in which each employee worked. As Tom remembers, “I was not pushed into this field. It came naturally to me, and I love it. I cannot think of doing anything else.” Today, as CEO of Nason Construction, Tom follows the guiding principal his grandfather instituted when the company was formed: Excellence in Construction. This overall goal dictates every decision and permeates every project they work on, including the current St. Mary Rehabilitation Hospital. Nason’s philosophy is to exceed customer service expectations for all clients. The $100 million dollar family company that Tom runs is centered on creating long-lasting relationships with customers. “One thing that I will always remember is that my father, who was very well known and respected in the Philadelphia construction world, told me many times that he never made a decision on or for a project that was not in the best interest of the client! He truly believed in doing the right thing at all...
