Re: Dr. Rosenzweig retires

[Guest guest]

Apart from you, Leanne, do you wonderful people KNOW that your organistion helps people all over the Globe?

BIG THANKS to Mike et al!

in Oz

IPF: Fibrotic NSIP/UIP???

Raynaud's

May 2007

Ro52

May 2008

>> Co-founder and President of Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation Leaving Post > > Due to deteriorating health caused by pulmonary fibrosis, Rosenzweig, PhD announced his retirement as president and CEO of the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (PFF) effective March 31, 2009. > > Dr. Rosenzweig, along with his brother, the late Albert Rose, and Dr. Marvin Schwarz started the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation in 2000. After being diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis, Albert Rose was committed to finding life-extending treatments and ultimately a cure for the relatively little known lung disease. Over 20,000 people die annually from pulmonary fibrosis. > > Under the leadership of Dr. Rosenzweig, the PFF has committed over $2,400,000 to fund various research projects at universities across the country. He is also credited with expanding educational and support services, and has increased public awareness of the disease. > > Dr. Rosenzweig was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis over 15 years ago and has remained devoted to improving the quality of life for those diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis. He spoke with patients daily and gave them hope and inspiration. He knows some individuals like him can survive relatively long periods while others can benefit from transplantation. > > Dr. Rosenzweig will become president emeritus and provide his expertise in the areas of grant research and fundraising. Dr. Dan Rose, son of Albert Rose and a retired cardiothoracic surgeon, will become the president of the PFF. Leanne Storch will continue as executive director and Thiemkey as director of development. > > For more information about pulmonary fibrosis and the foundation, visit www.PulmonaryFibrosis.org. > > > Leanne Storch> Executive Director> Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation> 1332 N. Halsted, Suite 201> Chicago, IL 60642-2642> www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org> P> F> > A cure is just a breath away>