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Rutherford Society Gala

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Thank You to All Our Donors

This Black-tie event is a thank you to the Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford donors who have given $1,000 or more in the calendar year. The Foundation also recognizes the recipients of the Dr. Liz Rhea Philanthropist Award and the Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Foundation Physician Champion award.

This Black-tie event is a thank you to the Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford donors who have given $1,000 or more in the calendar year. The Foundation also recognizes the recipients of the Dr. Liz Rhea Philanthropist Award and the Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Foundation Physician Champion award.

History of Event

The Dr. Liz Rhea Philanthropist Award is given each year to the person(s) who most embodies the spirit of philanthropy and giving toward the Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital and Foundation, much like the donor it is named for, Dr. Liz Rhea. The Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Foundation Physician Champion Award recognizes the physician(s) who have gone above and beyond in their relationship with Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital and Foundation.

Honorees and speakers:

Beth and Mike Ussery
Dr. Liz Rhea Philanthropist Award Winners

Dr. Christopher Dunlap
Physician Champion Award Winner

Speaker
Jim Nantz, Legendary Sports Commentator

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