FW: A Preview of the Saturday Night Gala at the Prostate Cancer Conference, PLUS: Bring a Friend for Free Ends TOMORROW, August 31!

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Well, friends, now that “the word†has been promulgated by the Prostate Cancer Research Institute (PCRI) in Los Angeles, I can “pass the word†that I was nominated by Wichita Us TOO Prostate Cancer Education and Support Chapter member Judge Larry Hollis and selected by a PCRI committee, as one of two recipients this year of the “Harry Pinchot Award†and will be traveling to Los Angeles next week to receive this presitgious award.  Please review below the award information and other events that will occur during the “Gala Dinner†at this year’s annual PCRI Conference on Prostate Cancer.  You can imagine that I am both thrilled and humbled by this selection. Chuck  Always as close as the other end of your computer to help address any prostate cancer concerns. " What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others. " (Chuck) Maack - Rmd, PCaA, PCaM Email: maack1@... PCa Help: " Observations " http://www.theprostateadvocate.com From: Prostate Cancer Research Institute Sent: Thursday, August 30, 2012 3:19 PMSubject: A Preview of the Saturday Night Gala at the Prostate Cancer Conference, PLUS: " Bring a Friend for Free " Ends TOMORROW, August 31! If you're having trouble viewing this email, you may see it online. Share This: Dean , M.D.PCRI Medical Director SATURDAY NIGHT DINNER GALAFEATURING:A Keynote Address by Dean , M.D., PCRI Medical DirectorDr. graduated from University of California, San Diego in 1972 with a focus on molecular biology. He completed his medical training at the University of Southern California in 1976 and his residency at USC in orthopedic surgery in 1981. He is board certified and is an active fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. While leading a group practice in the San Diego area between 1981 and 2003, he specialized in reconstructive surgery including stabilizing pathologic fractures from metastatic bone disease.Dr. has been personally impacted by prostate cancer. His father, who was initially treated with radioactive seed implantation, later developed a cancer recurrence requiring hormonal treatment and chemotherapy. He ultimately succumbed to the disease. While caring for his father, Dr. found that he himself had prostate cancer. He initially selected a monitoring program called active surveillance. Subsequently he underwent successful treatment with surgery.With his wife Jeanne, Dr. founded LifeGuard Inc., a firm instrumental in raising four million dollars for Histogen Inc., a company focused on isolating stem cell signaling proteins to kill prostate cancer cells. Dr. and his wife are also the founders of LifeGuard Ministries, a Christian 501c3, that focuses to unite the faith-based community in the war against cancer. Dr. ’s firsthand experience with cancer, his love for research and his passion to empower patients in their anti-cancer journey has led to his joining PCRI in their fight against prostate cancer.Jerry sA Musical Performance by Jerry s and FriendsGrammy Award winner Jerry s will be joined by other outstanding artists, including Alphie Silas, DJ , Jim Gilstrap, and Lamont Van Hook. Jerry is best known for writing, in collaboration with Anita Poree, the hit R & B song “Going In Circles†by The Friends of Distinction. After the record went gold, he became an in demand composer, arranger, songwriter and producer. Jerry has worked with some of the best acts in the music business throughout the 70s and 80s, including Earth, Wind & Fire, Aretha lin, Quincy , Marvin Gaye, The s, Ross and Lionel Richie. Featured songs to be performed at the gala include “Love Trainâ€, “Man in the Mirrorâ€, “Signed, Sealed, Deliveredâ€, and an original piece written by Jerry s for prostate cancer survivors.Harry PinchotThe Pinchot and Catalyst AwardsHarry Pinchot AwardIn honor of the late Harry Pinchot, the Prostate Cancer Research Institute began awarding the Harry Pinchot Award in 2008. Now in its fifth year, we are pleased to once again present this prestigious award at the Saturday night dinner gala. Harry Pinchot is best remembered for his unlimited knowledge of the biology, prevention, and treatment of prostate cancer. Throughout his life, Harry has impacted many patients and their caregivers afflicted by prostate cancer simply with his knowledge and warm spirit. Harry served as PCRI’s Program Director for over a decade, and was known as “Helpline Harry†because of the amounts of calls he took from prostate cancer patients. Harry lost his 13-year battle with prostate cancer in January 2008. In his honor, PCRI recognizes unsung heroes like Harry that are making a difference in other people’s lives.Men and women are nominated based on their accomplishments in the fight against prostate cancer through education, research, advocacy, and community support. These men and women are nominated by another individual or an organization. This year’s winners are Murray Corwin and Chuck Maack.Catalyst AwardThe PCRI Catalyst Award was established to highlight the outstanding work and generosity of individuals and organizations that set the standards for bettering the lives of those with prostate cancer and their families.The recipients are chosen by the PCRI Board of Directors, and are individuals or businesses which have shown a history of leadership, philanthropic involvement and educational commitment within the field of prostate cancer. PCRI is thrilled to present two Catalyst Awards to this year’s outstanding recipients at the Saturday night dinner gala.This year’s winners are Medivation and Astellas, for their work with the Early Access Program (Compassionate Care).Interested in attending the Gala Dinner?Registration is $55 for conference attendees; $65 for non-attendees who wish to attend only the dinner. Call the PCRI office at to reserve your spot today!Register by TOMORROW, August 31 and bring a friend for free! One of the goals of the Prostate Cancer Research Institute is to disseminate as much information and education as possible about the latest treatments, guidelines, and lifestyle recommendations for prostate cancer patients. We also know how important it is for patients to have the support of their friends, wives, and other family members through their treatments and when learning about all of their options. New for 2012, we have started the " Bring A Friend For Free " program for this year's Prostate Cancer Conference. If you register for the conference by August 31, you will be entitled to a free registration for a friend or family member to attend with you. This promotion does not apply for those who have already registered under the " Early Bird " registration rate. To register, please call the PCRI office at and mention the " Bring A Friend For Free " program. We look forward to seeing you!5777 W. Century Boulevard Suite 800 | Los Angeles, CA 90045 USThis email was sent to maack1@.... To ensure that you continue receiving our emails, please add us to your address book or safe list. manage your preferences | opt out using TrueRemove®.Got this as a forward? Sign up to receive our future emails.