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Cancer Institute Dedicates Two Days to Commemorate Celebrating Life
Published: Friday, June 13, 2008
On the evening of May 31, more than 300 attendees enjoyed dinner and entertainment at “Up on the Roof,” an inaugural fundraising event. The funds raised from this event will benefit the Cancer Institute’s community outreach division by supporting a variety of screenings and educational programs. Guests enjoyed a Mediterranean cuisine along with outstanding background harmony by members of the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra. Cancer Institute physicians—Dr. John Bell, Dr. Eric Carlson, Dr. Keith Gray, Dr. Greg Mancini and Dr. Wahid Hanna—kicked off the entertainment with their rendition of “Up on the Roof” by the Drifters. Next, comedian Gary Jenkins captivated the audience with his unique wit that included putting three UT presidents and many others on the spot as he strolled through the audience. As a result of Jenkins’ pre-performance reconnaissance, current University of Tennessee President John Petersen was enticed onto the stage to perform “Proud Mary” (completely unrehearsed) for the elated audience. Save the date for next year’s gala—you will not want to miss it!
| “We consider ourselves survivors. We are here celebrating life – we no longer look at [cancer] as a death sentence.” – Breast and Lung Cancer Survivor |
On Sunday, June 1, the same tented area was inundated by more than 600 cancer survivors, family members and friends for the University of Tennessee Medical Center’s 6th annual Celebrating Life in recognition of National Cancer Survivors Day. In addition to food, music and dancing, more than 25 UT Medical Center services and community cancer support organizations provided cancer information and giveaways.
This year’s keynote speaker, Dr. Bill Bass, provided insight from his personal experiences with loved ones that have battled cancer. In addition, Dr. Bass answered questions from the audience about his professional interests. 
| “Thank you for the excellent care from the physicians, nurses, all who cared and prayed for me in celebrating my life.” – Colon Cancer Survivor |
Past and current cancer patients, doctors, nurses, staff and their families joined together to celebrate each other and share the day. A special acknowledgement was presented to Fay McMahan, president, University of Tennessee Hospital Auxiliary for their continued support of the Cancer Institute, including the recent purchase of 20 new chemotherapy treatment chairs for the Cancer Institute’s “Chemo Hut.”
Many shared their thoughts, poetic expressions and artwork on the survivor wall.
National Cancer Survivors Day is an annual celebration for more than 10.8 million cancer survivors worldwide.
