Emory Crawford Long Hospital Renamed Emory University Hospital Midtown

Emory University has renamed Emory Crawford Long Hospital to Emory University Hospital Midtown (EUHM), following the Emory University Board of Trustees’ decision.

For over 70 years, Emory’s midtown hospital has been wholly owned and operated by Emory University. The hospital will continue its growth in research and clinical trials, educating the next generation of health professionals, and providing the latest and most advanced medical technology and patient care.

"Today’s decision emphasizes the importance of Emory University Hospital Midtown within our health system,” says James W. Wagner, PhD, president of Emory University. “Being more clearly affiliated with Emory in the public eye will help expand upon the hospital’s 100-year tradition of providing outstanding care to people in metro Atlanta and throughout the region.”

Fred Sanfilippo, MD, PhD, Emory’s executive vice president for health affairs and chair of Emory Healthcare, says, “Changing Emory Crawford Long to Emory University Hospital Midtown will fuel progress toward the Woodruff Health Sciences Center’s goal of being the 21st century model for an academic health sciences and services center. By clarifying the hospital’s relationship with Emory’s entire health system, the new name will enhance its already impressive reputation in the community – enabling even greater opportunities for cutting-edge research, world-class education and high-quality patient- and family-centered care.”

Emory’s Midtown hospital celebrated its 100-year anniversary in 2008, and is an important part of Atlanta’s health care history and heritage.

Today, EUHM is a 511-bed community-based, acute care teaching facility. Chief Operating Officer Dane Peterson leads the hospital with its nearly 2,900 employees, 947 Emory medical faculty and nearly 537 private practice community physicians. The hospital is well known for services in cardiology, cardiac surgery, neurosurgery, cancer, gastroenterology, emergency medicine and weight management. Women’s services include prenatal and postnatal education, bone density testing, mammography and obstetrics, with a specialization in high-risk pregnancy.

“Emory University, being more visible on the hospital’s campus between the Peachtrees, will strengthen the hospital’s position as a symbolic gateway between Midtown and Downtown,” says John T. Fox, CEO of Emory Healthcare. “This visibility along the connector and public transportation lines will highlight Emory University Hospital Midtown as the clinical powerhouse it is amidst the heart of Atlanta’s business district and exploding live-work-play growth.”

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Emory Crawford Long Hospital Celebrates 100th Anniversary

Crawford Long Hospital opened on October 21, 1908 with 26 beds near the present-day Turner Field.

Join Emory Crawford Long Hospital as it celebrates its 100th anniversary in Atlanta. Register for the tours at 404-778-2000.


Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Conservatory
• 7:30 a.m. Historic Tour
• 11:30 a.m. Historic Tour
• 2 – 4 p.m. Cake and Ice Cream
• 3:30 p.m. Time Capsule
Burial Ceremony
• 4 p.m. Historic Tour

Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Outside Seasonings Café
• 2 – 4 a.m. Cake and Ice Cream
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Outside Seasonings Café
• 2 – 4 p.m. Cake and Ice Cream
• 6 – 8 p.m. Cake and Ice Cream

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Emory Crawford Long Hospital Celebrates History Through Service

Most people don't equate celebrating a birthday or important milestone by making hard work an actual part of that celebration. But Emory Crawford Long Hospital, which this year marks its 100th anniversary, is celebrating its history in a unique way.

Employees will volunteer their time and efforts as part of the hospital's "100 Days of Service" campaign - a summer long commitment to serving the communities who have supported Emory for a century.

"Our goal in this process is to encourage staff to donate time in the community in whatever capacity possible," says Tracy Russell-Gonzalez, director of guest and volunteer services. "As part of this program, we hope to give back to our communities in a way that is meaningful, fun and also builds community spirit among our own employees."

The process began with a volunteer fair at Emory Crawford Long Hospital in April where 16 local organizations set up tables. This allowed employees to talk to the organizations one-on-one and find an avenue that piqued their interest.

As soon as Roxann Arnold, director of patient accounts, saw the Ronald McDonald House volunteer table, she was sold. "I am partial to any volunteer work that has to do with children," says Arnold. Inspired by her time at the Ronald McDonald House, Arnold now collects beverage tabs for the organization and has encouraged her friends to do the same.

The volunteer process continues through August 30. Upon conclusion, volunteer hours will be totaled, and awards handed out for involvement. Staff volunteers are encouraged to bring their families to volunteer, as there are many family-oriented volunteer opportunities.

"I hope folks will bring their youngsters and start a generational process," says Russell-Gonzalez.

Megaan Lorenzen, endoscopy nurse manager, did just that by taking her two children to the Atlanta Food Bank to volunteer. "The kids were excited to be allowed to do something to help people and they thought it was 'cool` that kids could actually make such a huge impact," says Lorenzen.

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