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The UMKC School of Medicine – 50th Anniversary Benefactor Party

The UMKC School of Medicine’s 50th Anniversary Benefactor Party was held at the stunning home of Rachael and Dr. Nelson Sabates. A jazz trio from the UMKC Conservatory provided entertainment for the guests. The Honorable Brenda and Charlie Shields served as honorary chairmen. 

Nelson Sabates and Olivia Sabates

 

Gay Purcell, Rebecca Kornitzer, and Brett Purcell

 

Jazz Trio Members Pete Fucinaro, Joseph Cooper, and Zach Ruhmann of the UMKC Conservatory

 

Featured in the July 23, 2022 issue of The Independent.

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