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Avera McKennan Hospital's First Century of Caring

A Journey of Faith,
A Destination of Excellence.

Gala for a Century

Thank you to all who attended our centennial celebration!

Event Program

November 11, 2011
6 p.m.

SOCIAL HOUR


7 p.m.

PRAYER
Sister Colman Coakley & Sister Mary Thomas


DINNER


8 p.m.

THE SEED
Performed by Billy Dean


REFLECTIONS ON OUR HERITAGE
Dave Kapaska, DO
Regional President


THE FUTURE OF HEALTH CARE
Eric Topol, MD


9 p.m.

MUSIC/DANCING WITH IMPULSE

Featured Speaker

Eric Topol, MDERIC J. TOPOL, MD,
"THE FUTURE OF HEALTH CARE"

Named one of the 12 "Rock Stars of Science" by GQ Magazine, Dr. Topol is a distinguished physician and scientist working on the forefront of digital medical technology.

A premier cardiologist, genetic researcher and technologist, Dr. Topol is bringing a new kind of medicine into widespread practice: specifically-designed treatments based on an individual's unique genetic structure.

Featured Entertainment

Billy DeanBILLY DEAN

Billy transcends musical genres with his unique repertoire. Over a time span of 18 years, he produced 12 albums and 11 Top 10 singles, winning a Grammy and other numerous awards. Most recently, Billy has founded the publishing company BDMG (Billy Dean Music Group).

Visit www.billydean.com for a preview.





ImpulseIMPULSE

Four of LA's most sought-after singers, including two American Idol finalists, come together to offer a repertoire spanning the last six decades with songs made popular by Queen, Journey, Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, Black Eyed Peas and more. Impulse has shared the stage with a number of legendary artists, and has performed at several high-profile special events.

Visit Impulse online for a preview.

Support Our Mission

Free Clinic

In 1992, McKennan Hospital opened Sioux Falls' first and only free clinic of its kind, now known as Avera Medical Group Health Care Clinic. Serving individuals who are uninsured and underinsured, the free clinic and its staff offer preventative care; diagnosis, and treatment of illnesses, injuries and chronic conditions; and referrals to specialty care for more complex cases.

Seeing more than 8,600 patients a year, the clinic also offers education on diabetes and other health topics, medication assistance, annual flu shots and psychiatric care.

Thanks to Helen McKennan's generous investment in her community, countless people have received quality health care services throughout the past century, regardless of their ability to pay. Please help us continue her mission by supporting her vision of services to all people in our community.