Vision for Mercy Cardiology Bridging the Gap Mercy Health Foundation Washington Cardiology Funding mercy.net/giving
Mercy needs you. Donate today. mercy.net/giving Heart disease is the #1 cause of death for men and women in the U.S.
Together, we can expand cardiology services and provide comprehensive heart and vascular treatment to all. Some 2,500 patients are seen at the Mercy Medical Building South in Washington each day and at least half of those are receiving some type of cardiac care. In response to this need, Mercy Washington has expanded its cardiovascular services over the past five years to include a second on-site cardiac catheterization lab, a new, larger cardio pulmonary rehabilitation center and a full spectrum of cardiovascular services. Previously, patients would have to travel to St. Louis to receive implants, stents and other procedures. Patients can now receive care and recover close to home due to Mercy s commitment to its patients and community. Mercy s Mission As the Sisters of Mercy before us, we bring to life the healing ministry of Jesus through our compassionate care and exceptional service. Mercy Philanthropy Mercy is deeply committed to the flourishing of our communities. The call of Mercy Health Foundation is to build and strengthen relationships with those who have been touched by our ministry and who seek to use their gifts for the common good. As Mercy looks to the future, the need for cardiac services in Washington and the surrounding Four Rivers region is expected to increase an estimated 10 percent in the next five to 10 years. Readiness for the future is imperative. Mercy s ongoing investment in capital needs, together with private donations from the community will allow Mercy to keep abreast of ever-changing technological advances and continue to provide excellent quality care to everyone in our community.
Just What is Needed? In order for Mercy to continue delivering state-of-the-art cardiac care close to home, there are both equipment and renovation needs. To meet demands, vital equipment needs include three new echocardiograph and vascular units that provide 3D images for physicians to diagnose and treat, as well as two nuclear cameras to help decrease radiation exposure. Between equipment and renovation needs, the total cost for cardiac expansion is estimated at $2,160,000. Heart Disease has a much higher death rate than breast cancer Currently, an average of 40 hospital patients per day receive cardiac testing in the hospital stress lab. This area is mainly utilized for patients who ve been admitted to the hospital, however, when demand is too high for capacity at the Mercy Medical Building South, providers perform tests at the hospital. Combined, more than 60 hospital and clinic patients are seen per day in an area that has not been built for such volume. To accommodate this and future volume, Mercy needs two general nuclear testing units, a Venticon machine to diagnose blood clots in the lungs and upgraded and expanded patient waiting area and restroom. These upgrades would also improve the patient experience by increasing efficiency and clearer patient wayfinding. Visit mercy.net/giving to support this program.
Rendering of patient room Rendering of patient waiting room Estimated cost breakdown: Equipment 3 Echocardiograms ($500,000) 2 Nuclear Cameras ($450,000) 1 Fluoroscopy Unit ($700,000) 1 Venticon Machine ($10,000) 3D view of entire space Renovation of Space $500,000
Thank you for supporting Mercy. On behalf of all of us at Mercy, and on behalf of those whose lives we touch throughout Washington and the Four Rivers region, we d like to thank you for your support. We could not continue to grow our mission without your generosity and kindness. Contact us today to make a donation. Please call Rachel A. Covington, Executive Director, Mercy Health Foundation Washington, at 636-239-8882. Or reach out by email to: rachel.covington@mercy.net Often called The Silent Killer, 64% of women who die suddenly from cardiac disease have no prior symptoms
Cardiology Letter of Intent I support the mission of Mercy Health Foundation and wish to invest in the future of health care in our community. I am making a pledge in the amount of $ to Mercy Health Foundation for Cardiology. I WILL PAY MY PLEDGE BY: Check One-time payment...enclosed is a check (made payable to Mercy Health Foundation) for the total gift amount of $ Recurring payment...paid here is $, with the remainder to be paid as follows: Number of payments: over years. (1-5 years) Paid: Annually Monthly Quarterly Credit Card Stock Please charge my credit card for the total amount of $ Card number: Expiration date: I d like to learn more about how to make a gift from my securities. FOR PURPOSES OF DONOR RECOGNITION: I desire that my gift be treated as an anonymous commitment. Please list my name as specified below in all appropriate donor recognition: Name: Please print exactly as you would like your gift to be recognized. CONTACT INFORMATION: Name: Mailing Address: City: State: Zip: Work Phone: Signature: Date: PLEASE DETACH THIS FORM AND MAIL TO: Mercy Health Foundation Rachel A. Covington Executive Director 901 E. Fifth Street Washington, MO 63090 All contributions are tax deductible as provided by law. mercy.net/giving
Mercy Health Foundation is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization and is dependent on the gifts and support of generous individuals, caring corporations and foundations. Mercy Health Foundation Washington 901 E. Fifth Street Washington, MO 63090 P: 636.239.8882 F: 636.239.8010