Carol Cancino Pays it Forward

In June 2022, Carol Cancino was diagnosed with lung cancer and began treatment at Marian’s Mission Hope Cancer Center. Grateful for the compassionate care she received, especially from Dr. Bai, she developed close bonds with the staff.

In February 2024, Carol made a planned gift of more than $100,000, which was honored on the donor wall. Her contribution will support future patients with essential treatments and care. Despite her diagnosis, Carol remains positive and encourages others to appreciate the staff's efforts. Leadership at Mission Hope expressed deep gratitude for her donation, which will advance their mission of providing comprehensive cancer care.

Legion of Marian Giving Society's Special Speaker Series Begins October 24

We are excited to be hosting the first in a series of four presentations on changing health care technologies featuring some of Dignity Health’s top medical experts.

Join us Thursday, October 24, to learn about the latest advancements in the treatment of structural heart disease presented by Mansoor Arian, MD, Cardiologist with Marian Regional Medical Center. Space is limited, so so reservations are required.

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Think Pink During Pinktober at Toyota Santa Maria!

We’re honored to be the recipient of Toyota Santa Maria’s annual Pinktober Pumpkin Patch fundraiser! Dealership employees and community volunteers spent their time during the first week of October painting and personalizing pink-themed pumpkins.The custom pumpkins are being sold now through October 30 at the dealership with proceeds benefiting the Mission Hope Cancer Center at Marian Regional Medical Center. Visit them at 1643 S. Bradley Road to get yours before they're gone!

Breakfast with the President Coming October 30

Marian Regional Medical Center invites you to attend a unique opportunity to explore the advances in health care in the Santa Maria Valley.

Join Marian's President & CEO, Sue Andersen, and fellow community leaders to learn how the medical center is fulfilling its promise to the community by remaining at the forefront of health care innovation.

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Welcome, Dr. Dean

We’re excited to announce that Joel Dean, MD, has joined the Dignity Health team at our Mission Hope Cancer Center! Dr. Dean is a Colorectal Surgeon who specializes in robotic surgery for benign and malignant conditions in the lower gastrointestinal tract. The pelvis is an extremely sensitive area of the body with a lot of nerves making it a difficult place to operate. Dr. Dean believes robotic surgery, particularly in the pelvis, is a superior approach to treatment.

Dr. Dean was recently featured on KSBY Healthbreak. Click here to watch his interview now!

SAVE THE DATE: Light Up a Life Coming in December

Join us in person or virtually for our celebration as we remember our loved ones. We will gather together, with each candle a glowing symbol of life and spirit of someone loved and remembered. Available in San Luis Obispo on December 10, Arroyo Grande on December 11, and Santa Maria on December 12. Registrations must be received by November 29.

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Fresh Faces on the Marian Foundation Board of Directors

We’re proud to announce the appointment of three new, highly-distinguished individuals who have recently joined our Board of Directors here at the Marian Foundation! Our volunteer board is made up of community leaders with various backgrounds who graciously donate their time throughout the year to help us raise funds and awareness for Marian Regional Medical Center.

Join us in welcoming Greg Beebe, Terri Leifeste, and Anna Murphy!

It is also our honor to share our latest slate of Officers to the Board of Directors for our Foundation’s Fiscal Year 2025:

• Chair – Terry Dworaczyk, MS, CFP, CKA, CLTC
• Vice Chair – Silvia H. Sun, Esq.
• Secretary/Treasurer – Aaron Hanke
• Immediate Past Chair – Dhagash Joshi, MD

To learn more about the Marian Foundation Board of Directors and Leadership, click here.