The Center for Practical Bioethics – Annual Dinner
The Center for Practical Bioethics’ Annual Dinner, “Patients as Teachers,” was held on April 24th at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Rosemary Flanigan and Dr. Andrea Chatburn served as the honorary co-chairmen of the 30th annual event. Peggy Battin was the featured speaker and Irv Hockaday and Dr. Richard Payne were guest speakers. Jan Kreamer and Steve Roling received the 2014 Vision to Action Award.
Also featured in the August 9th issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: Mark McDonald
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Jim Spigarelli, board chairman; and Jan Kreamer, honoree |
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Marcia and Bill Tammeus with Dr. Richard Payne, Center for Practical Bioethics |
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Dr. Karin Porter-Williamson, Sandra Silva, Gina Johnson, and Angela Fera |
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Barbara and Dr. John Yeast, Dr. Kathleen Weatherstone, Dr. Jo Ann Harris, and Mavis Griesemer |
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Dr. Joe LeMaster and Kim Kimminau |
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Irv Hockaday, guest speaker |
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