Cure 4 The Kids Foundation (C4K) debuted its newest themed patient exam room this month in honor of the groundbreaking partnership between C4K and the SilverSummit Healthplan, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation.
Working alongside C4K to address the needs of current and future patients, SilverSummit supported the recruiting and relocation efforts to bring several highly trained medical specialists to Southern Nevada’s only pediatric cancer and rare disease treatment center.
The themed exam room offers a comforting and unexpected environment for children, some of whom are required to be seen in the clinic twice a week. Rather than a typical white-walled exam room, every wall in the SilverSummit room is covered with brightly colored floral designs that include references to Las Vegas and local neighborhoods. Patients also have the ability to use a “key” located on one wall asking them to find each item within the design on other walls. This kind of activity helps reduce tension and worry as patients and their parents are waiting to be seen by medical professionals.
“The support of our community partners, specifically, the SilverSummit Healthplan, is truly making a difference for our patients and the larger community,” said Annette Logan-Parker, Founder and Chief Innovation and Advocacy Officer of Cure 4 The Kids Foundation. “SilverSummit’s participation means children no longer need to wait eight (8) months to see a pediatric rheumatologist, and they now have access to the state’s only full-time geneticist who is located in our clinic. By bringing these medical professionals to our Las Vegas clinic, we’re helping pediatric patients, and in the case of the geneticist, adult patients who need access to this type of expertise.”
While Nevada is experiencing a general shortage of medical professionals, C4K, with its community partners, has succeeded in bringing highly desired specialists to our patients, the community, and the region. Through its support, SilverSummit is directly responsible for relocating three physicians to Nevada, including a pediatric rheumatologist, pediatric hematology/oncology physician, and the state’s first geneticist.
“We are proud to partner with Cure 4 The Kids Foundation to bring much-needed medical specialists to Southern Nevada,” said Dr. Steven Evans, Chief Medical Officer of SilverSummit Healthplan. “Our commitment is to improve access to quality care for children and families in the community, and this themed exam room is a perfect example of how we’re doing that. It’s designed to keep siblings and patients entertained and engaged while parents meet with doctors, creating a supportive and fun environment for everyone during their treatment journey.”
While themed exam rooms offer patients something fun and unexpected during their clinic visit, the highly decorated rooms provide a way for the clinic to formally thank some of its most generous sponsors. There are currently six themed exam rooms honoring Gwen Stefani, Criss Angel, Naqvi Injury Law, Annette Logan-Parker and family, and Make-A-Wish Foundation.
About Cure 4 The Kids Foundation
Founded in Las Vegas in 2007, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation provides high-quality, research-focused medical treatment to children battling cancer and a range of rare diseases. Cure 4 The Kids Foundation operates the only outpatient childhood cancer treatment center in Nevada and is proudly accredited by The Joint Commission. This stringent medical accreditation and the required unannounced inspections ensure patients are getting the safest care possible. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation increases access to specialized treatments that improve patient outcomes. Its Charity Care Program provides high-quality treatment on a sliding-scale basis. No patient is ever turned away for financial reasons. For more information, visit www.cure4thekids.org.
About SilverSummit Healthplan
SilverSummit Healthplan (SilverSummit) is a managed care plan that provides health insurance to the people of Nevada. Established in 2017, SilverSummit exists to improve the health of its members through focused, compassionate and coordinated care. SilverSummit is a Centene Corporation company. For more information, visit www.silversummithealthplan.com.
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