At Franciscan Skemp, having a close relationship with Mayo Clinic has enabled us to expand and enhance our medical services. It's helped us develop new models of care where patients can essentially enter Mayo Clinic without ever leaving our facility.

But there's another relationship that's been equally important in advancing patient care at Franciscan Skemp - our relationship with the generous individuals and organizations who, through their gifts to Franciscan Skemp Foundation, are our steadfast partners in these efforts.

Generous community support allows Franciscan Skemp to truly fulfill its healing mission. It enables us to extend care to those who would otherwise go without; to upgrade equipment and facilities to bring advanced healthcare services to the region; and to establish a thriving research program that broadens patient treatment options and enhances our knowledge of diseases and how to treat them.

In the coming year we will continue to upgrade our technology and patient care services. At the same time, our commitment to meeting the healthcare needs of the poor and underserved will not waver.

It's a significant undertaking and one in which we hope you will help us to succeed. Large or small, each gift to the Foundation makes a difference - each impacts a life. Please consider lending your support today. Together we will ensure that advanced care and compassionate care are always found in equal measure at Franciscan Skemp.

Dr. Robert E. Nesse, President

Franciscan Skemp Healthcare

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Dr. Robert Nesse

President and CEO, Franciscan Skemp Healthcare

2008 Foundation Benefactors

2008 Gifts in Tribute