We Care Fund for Medical Innovation and Research
At its core, the We Care Fund for Medical Innovation and Research in MCW’s Department of Surgery is about the hope for a future with better treatments. Every penny raised supports research and clinical programs that can’t wait for traditional funding sources. Your gift will help our researchers and physicians translate new medical discoveries from the laboratory to the operating room, bedside, and clinic. With your support, we can bring new hope to patients in Wisconsin and throughout the world.
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Why We Care
Patients with cancer, organ failure, and complications from trauma or cardiovascular diseases are searching for two things: hope and a clear plan of treatment.
Hope and Innovation
Bringing hope and innovation treatment plans to patients and their families depends on translating new medical discoveries from the laboratory for use in the operating room, the bedside, and the clinic. The mission of the We Care Fund is to support researchers and physicians who are creating cutting-edge therapies and clinical programs that benefit patients in Wisconsin and throughout the world.
Our Goal
The We Care Fund supports research in the fields of cancer, cardiovascular disease, gastrointestinal diseases, diseases of the newborn/child, organ transplantation, and trauma. Traditional funding mechanisms supporting basic science and clinical care can take months, even years. Some of the most promising and exciting solutions simply cannot wait that long. Our goal is to accelerate the development of those advanced, life-saving solutions by engaging the local community to help bring the best healthcare to Wisconsin.Translating Discoveries Into Better Patient Care+
Douglas B. Evans, MD
Dr. Douglas B. Evans is Chair of the Department of Surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He leads a team of scientists and physicians devoted to the rapidly growing clinical and translational research programs at the College’s Cancer Center. Dr. Evans’ professional career is dedicated to the research and treatment of pancreatic cancer. He is nationally recognized for his work in developing personalized treatment programs for his patients that target the unique molecular characteristics of their tumors.
Join Dr. Evans and his colleagues today in their personal mission to help focus the greatest minds in medicine on research and treatment of diseases that affect us all.
How You Can Help - Your Contributions, Put to Work+
Contributions to the We Care Fund are used to support researchers and physicians working at all stages of the scientific discovery process. Your contribution will have a direct, positive impact on their work and ultimately the lives of their patients.
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Lives You Touch With Your Generous Contribution
If you are interested in sharing your story or comments, please contact Ashley Thompson at asthompson@mcw.edu or (414) 955-4706. Please join us. There is no greater need than our future health and there is no better time than today.
“When I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, I was advised that Dr. Evans was the best pancreatic cancer surgeon in the country. In addition to saving my life with his surgical skills, Dr. Evans also inspired me to be a lifetime advocate for the fight against pancreatic cancer.”
-Mary Sharkey, featured on ABC’s Houston Medical (June/July 2001)
“Faced with pancreas and heart surgery, it was comforting to know the doctors on my team were also top-notch medical researchers. The Medical College of Wisconsin gives patients in our hometown access to world-class treatment, backed up by the latest advances in research and scientific discovery.”
-Bob Uecker, Milwaukee Brewers
“When you face a life threatening illness, it is all about having the best doctor. I feel so fortunate that the Medical College of Wisconsin is attracting so many renowned physicians and researchers. The We Care Fund is helping to make this possible. I want our hometown to have access to the very best."
-Arlene Wilson
Proceeds support the We Care Fund for pancreatic cancer research - in memory of Dr. Kenneth First. Pancreatic cancer devastates too many individuals and families. Our hope is that the advancements made through innovative medical research will provider better treatment and improve the quality of life for patients and their families.
He Can. He Will. 1st Annual 5k Fun Run / Walk to Honor and Support Dr. Kenneth First
Scientific Committee
Douglas B. Evans, MD
Marcelo Bonini, PhD
T. Clark Gamblin, MD, MS, MBA
David D. Gutterman, MD
David L. Joyce, MD
Karen Kersting, PhD
Gwen Lomberk, PhD
Aoy Tomita Mitchell, PhD
Sid Rao, MD, PhD
Peter Rossi, MD
Cal Williams, MD, PhD
Tina W.F. Yen, MD, MS
Kalpa Vithalani, PhD
We Care Fund Committee
Arlene Lee, Chair
Carrie Raymond Bedore
Aletha Champine
Betsy Evans
Jamie Evans
Deb Gollin
Sandra Hansen Harsh
Melissa Irwin
Ruth Joachim
Kathryn Kuhn
Jennifer La Macchia
Joel Lee
Liza Longhini
Darren Miller
Mary Ann Miller
Brian Neuwirth
Abigail Barnes Schroeder, PA-C
Peggy Schuemann
Brian Trexell
Aaron Valentine
Jennifer Vetter
Liza Zito
We Care Fund (featuring Bob Uecker) HD from JWD-Creative on Vimeo
A short commercial created for the Medical College of Wisconsin's WeCare Fund. This commercial played on the Jumbotron in Miller Park during a Brewers game. JWD-Creative wrote, filmed, directed, and edited the video.
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The Medical College of Wisconsin can help you give in the way most meaningful to you.
Associate Vice President Philanthropy
Office of Institutional Advancement
(414) 955-4383