NWSCRS Foundation
A Legacy of Education and Ethics
The Northwest Colorectal Foundation was formed in 1999, as an adjunct to support the educational efforts of the Northwest Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. The NWCRC was itself formed in 1956, originally drawing its members from Oregon, Washington and British Columbia, and has sponsored an annual scientific meeting since that time, celebrating its 50th annual meeting in 2009. In recent years, the membership has expanded to include members from all of the Western states, and because of the high quality of its meetings, often attracts many surgeons from the East, Midwest and South as well.
History of the Foundation
In the late 1990’s, a man with a serious illness was referred to one of our members, and felt that he received such superior care from this particular colon and rectal surgeon that he offered financial support for the Society’s educational programs which emphasized compassionate care and medical ethics.
This led to the establishment of the Northwest Colon and Rectal Foundation, through which the donations of this man and many others have been used to support and emphasize the importance of empathy and concern for the emotional well-being of patients, in additional to the scientific and technical aspects of managing their disease states.
Another important goal supported by the Foundation is the encouragement and education of students and surgical residents interested in the practice of colon and rectal surgery, by means of travel grants and awards for academic excellence in the study and presentation of patient problems.
HOW TO DONATE
We welcome donations of any amount!
Donations to support this educational mission are tax-deductible, and may be made in any amount by check or credit card.