New chief of staff
Orthopedic surgeon Gordon N. Cromwell, Jr., MD, FACS, is Harrison’s new chief of staff. “It is an honor and privilege to be chief of the medical staff,” says Dr. Cromwell, who stepped into the position May 1, after serving two years as assistant chief of staff. Cromwell will serve through April 30, 2012.  More >>

New board member
Kelly R. Nelson, CPA, joined Harrison Medical Center’s board of directors in April and will serve through June 2012. With nearly 18 years as a certified public accountant, Nelson, of Kingston, brings a distinguished background in financial planning.  More >>

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Bruce Carlton, MD Harrison HealthPartners
Internal Medicine & Adult Primary Care
19365 Seventh Ave., NE, Suite 104
Poulsbo, WA 98370

Sharman Hurlow, MD Harrison HealthPartners
Internal Medicine & Adult Primary Care
19365 Seventh Ave., NE, Suite 104
Poulsbo, WA 98370

Connie Tomada, MD Harrison HealthPartners
Internal Medicine & Adult Primary Care
19365 Seventh Ave., NE, Suite 104
Poulsbo, WA 98370

Anne LeDell-Hong, ARNP
Harrison HealthPartners
Internal Medicine & Adult Primary Care
19365 Seventh Ave., NE, Suite 104
Poulsbo, WA 98370

Art in the Lobby
Harrison’s Complementary Therapies and Volunteer Resources in partnership with Bainbridge Arts & Crafts host “Art in the Lobby” at Harrison’s Bremerton campus each Tuesday during the summer. Patients, family members, and visitors are welcome to participate.

• Tuesdays through Aug. 31
• 10 am to 1 pm
• Harrison Bremerton

Heart & Vascular Support Group
Learn the ways in which stress can affect patients’ lives before and after heart surgery at our new support group. The Aug. 5 session, “Before and After Cardiac Surgery: Managing the Stress,” will be presented by Harrison staff psychiatrist Kathryn Rahn, MD. Download the flyer for details.

Women with Cancer Support Group
A new oncology support group is being hosted at our Harrison Poulsbo Hematology & Oncology location. The Women with Cancer Support Group provides education, resources, and support for women affected by cancer. Download the flyer for details.

Oncology support groups for all
Cancer support groups are available to the public at several Harrison locations. Our compassionate caregivers guide those who are experiencing cancer through practical resources for self and family care in a safe and supportive environment. We also encourage caregivers, family members, and friends to attend. Click here for a full list of support groups.

Second annual Kitsap Wine Festival
Saturday, Aug. 14
2 to 5:30 pm
Harborside Foundation Park, Bremerton

Blood Drive
Friday, August 27
11 am to 1 pm and 1:45 to 5 pm
Harrison Bremerton, Auditorium

Click here for a complete list of classes, events and support groups.

Campaign reaches $3 million
Harrison has raised more than $3 million in support of its Great Nurses for a Great Community campaign since announcing the first gifts in August 2008. Fundraising efforts continue to be in the "quiet phase" of the campaign, focusing on individual conversations with prospective donors, grateful patients, and others who value and recognize the importance of having excellent nurses in our community.

The campaign's goal for cash gifts and pledges is $5.5 million. The total goal is $8 million, including planned estate gifts. If you or someone you know is interested in supporting exceptional nursing care in our community, contact the Foundation.