OncoLogics’ Krewe of Docs Event Raises Thousands for the American Cancer SocietY
By David Owens, newseditor@laurelleadercall.com
Story reprinted from Laurel Leader-Call (laurelleadercall.com)
OncoLogics, Inc., Laurel’s only radiation therapy clinic, hosted its second annual “Krewe of Docs” at the Laurel Train Depot Thursday.
The event was one of many fundraisers companies and other teams are hosting for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life.
Paige McCardle, senior community representative for the American Cancer Society, said this year’s “Krewe of Docs” raised several thousand dollars, although a final total has not yet been determined.
“There was an awesome cajun dinner and a performance by the Cowboy Blues Band, who does a lot of work with ACS,” McCardle said. “And, of course, the awesome doctors who served as waiters.
“OncoLogics serves patients all over the Pine Belt,” she added. “This event has really grown because everybody in southern Mississippi gets into Mardi Gras.”
In fact, doctors of all types worked throughout the night, bringing plates of gumbo, cajun rice and other ethnic staples to those who paid the $25 entry fee. Doctors included local dentists, heart doctors and surgeons, some who are far too familiar with cancer.
Dr. Jamie Sisk, a physician with ENT Surgical Clinic, said he had “no doubt” the event was well worth the price of admission.
“Funds are never adequate when taking care of cancer patients,” he said. “We all know someone affected by cancer. It’s also fun as a physician to see patients in a different light.”
Dr. Kevin Ivey of Laurel Surgery Clinic said he also enjoyed seeing people from all walks of life at the event.
“It’s good to see how many different parts of the community turn out to something like this,” he said. “There’s people here I know for sure have been touched by cancer. Others saw that a worthwhile cause was going on and came out to contribute.”
Local dentist Dr. Fred Walters, who served as a waiter, was one of those participating who has been affected by cancer. Both his mother and aunt both died of breast cancer while in their mid-40s.
Some of those fitting in the latter category were Laurel residents Charles and Mary Ann Stevens.
“I read about it in the paper that it was for Relay for Life,” Mary Ann said. “I enjoy things in the city. I really want to thank the doctors for doing this.”
Last Updated on 2/17/10
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