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Lakewood Ranch Medical Center Commits $316,000 to Brain Health Initiative Contact Name: Kristina Sparacino Contact Email: kristina.sparacino@lwrmc.com Contact Phone Number: 3524272108 WHAT: Lakewood Ranch Medical Center (LWRMC) will present a $316,000 gift to the Brain Health Initiative on Tuesday, October 8, 2019. The check presentation will take place in LWRMC’s main floor lobby from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. and will include a photo op and time for interviews with representatives from Schroeder Manatee Ranch (SMR), LWRMC and the Brain Health Initiative (BHI). If you are unable to attend the check presentation, an interview can be arranged. WHO: Media will have the opportunity to speak with: Stephanie Peabody, PsyD, HSPP, Neuropsychologist | Executive Director Andy Guz, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center | CEO Rex Jensen, Schroeder Manatee Ranch, Inc. | President and CEO Monaca Onstad, Lakewood Ranch Communities | Director of Community Relations WHEN: Tuesday, October 8, 2019 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM 10:00 AM | Meet & Greet – BHI/LWRMC/SMR 10:15 AM | $316,000 Check Presentation Photo 10:30 – 11:00 AM | Media Interviews Conducted 11:00 AM | Check Presentation Concludes WHERE: Lakewood Ranch Medical Center – Main Lobby 8330 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Bradenton, FL 34202 RSVP: Email | Kristina.sparacino@lwrmc.com Call | 941.782.2128 or 352.427.2108 ABOUT LAKEWOOD RANCH MEDICAL CENTER: Lakewood Ranch Medical Center is the hospital of choice for many families in the Manatee/Sarasota region. Since it opened in September 2004, the hospital has earned the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission. The Gold Seal of Approval is recognized across the nation as a symbol of quality that shows the hospital's commitment to meeting certain performance standards. The hospital has also received consecutive 'A' ratings in Fall of 2018 for patient safety in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade. Patients at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center have access to a medical staff of more than 550 physicians and allied health professionals who practice in a comprehensive range of specialties and use the hospital's advanced medical technology. Among the members of the medical staff are surgeons whose specialties include cardiovascular, gynecological, spine and joint and reconstructive procedures. Physicians are on the medical staff of Lakewood Ranch Medical Center, but, with limited exceptions, are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Lakewood Ranch Medical Center. The hospital is not liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians. For language assistance, disability accommodations and the non-discrimination notice, visit our website. MEDIA CONTACTS: Kristina Sparacino, Director of Marketing Lakewood Ranch Medical Center kristina.sparacino@lwrmc.com 352.427.2108