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Lee Health’s Regional Cancer Center Darcy J. Davis, CEO of the Health

Expands Program; Plans to Build Out Care District of Palm Beach County,
New Locations Underway Honored as One of Florida’s T op

As the most comprehensive cancer program in Southwest Florida, the Lee Health Women-Led Businesses
Regional Cancer Center is bolstering its services in an effort to keep cancer care close to
home for community members. The Commonwealth Institute Florida (TCI-FL), a net-
To be able to care for even more community members, Lee Health is expanding its work of successful business and professional women driving
oncology program with plans to open new cancer center locations in Cape Coral and our community recently came together to honor Florida’s
Bonita Springs. Top 100 Women-Led Businesses at its 17th annual lunch- Darcy J. Davis
Lee Health will first build-out the Coconut Point location to include oncology and eon. The event celebrated the achievements of women who
infusion services, which will be located at the Bonita Health Center. The anticipated are leading the charge to the top of their industries in companies across the state. Darcy
timeline to open this location is summer of 2023. J. Davis, CEO of the Health Care District of Palm Beach County , was among the hon-
Plans to expand in Cape Coral are currently underway . While an exact location hasn’t orees. Ranked eleventh on the list of 100, Davis is among the 15 percent of healthcare
yet been identified, the intent is to add services to the Cape in 3-4 years. CEO’s nationwide who are women.
“Our goal is to meet the needs of our community , and as the population in Southwest “It’s a tremendous honor to be recognized for this statewide award,” said Davis, who
Florida continues to grow , so does the need for more oncology services in the region,” has led the unique safety net health care system for the past six years. “I’m proud to
said Debra Wilson, vice president of oncology for Lee Health. “By expanding our pro- empower women and promote gender equity and diversity within our 1,300-member
gram, we are going to be able to keep our patients in their neighborhoods and commu- workplace. In fact, diversity as an organization and among those we serve is one of our
nity so they can be treated closer to home.” biggest strengths.”

North Broward Hospital District Palm Beach County Medical Society
Board of Commissioners Elects Officers and Services Presents Venetian Masquerade

The North Broward Hospital District Board of Commissioners, which oversees Ball and 5th Annual Festival of T rees
Broward Health, elected its officers at the July board meeting. Stacy Angier was re-elected
chair, Christopher Pernicano was elected vice chair and Paul Tanner was elected secre- and Lights at Its Annual Gala
tary/treasurer. Additional board members serving the board of commissioners are Nancy
Gregoire-Stamper, Ray Berry , Jonathan Hage and Levi Williams. The Palm Beach County Medical Society and Services Annual Gala will honor Dr.
“I am very honored to serve alongside such a tremendous board,” said Angier. Claudia Mason, the 2022 Palm Beach County Medical Society president, welcome Dr.
“Collectively , I know that we will bring innovation, growth and change to our system and Martha Rodriguez, the 2023 incoming Palm Beach County Medical Society president,
the community we serve.” and celebrate all Palm Beach County physicians for their selfless commitment to the
Stacy Angier, a Margate resident, has served on the North Broward Hospital District health and safety of the community . This year’s unique celebration will be a Venetian
Board of Commissioners since 2018. She is principal of Abundant Life Christian Masquerade Ball with live entertainment performed by The Dereck Mac Band and excit-
Academy , an accredited, college preparatory school in the city of Margate. ing surprises throughout the evening. A silent and live auction will round out the
Christopher Pernicano, a Fort Lauderdale resident, has served on the North Broward evenings festivities with the traditional Festival of Trees and Lights — a visually exciting
Hospital District Board of Commissioners since 2021. He is chief technology officer of array of nearly forty decorated four foot lighted trees.
Tellus, a leading provider of mobile care delivery , Electronic Visit Verification (EVV), and A variety of sponsorship and advertising opportunities are available and can be cus-
claims processing technology . tomized. The Venetian Masquerade Ball cocktail party and Festival of Trees and Lights
Paul Tanner, a Fort Lauderdale resident, has served on the North Broward Hospital will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. with dining and entertainment from 7:30 to 10:00
District Board of Commissioners since 2022. He is the owner and founder of Las Olas p.m. Black tie. Proceeds will benefit Palm Beach County Medical Society Services 501c3
Capital Advisors and has sourced and raised more than $2.5 billion in capital via private programs. Purchase tickets online at www.pbcms.org. For additional information, con-
equity funds, private investors, and institutional investors over the last 10 years. tact Katherine Zuber at (561) 433-3940 ext. 106 or KatherineZ@pbcms.org.
“Broward Health has an exceptional board that is collaboratively moving our system
forward,” said Broward Health President & CEO Shane Strum. “I am confident that our
officers will capture and drive the vision of our board and leadership team.”

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