Torrance Memorial Medical Center, together with Cancer Support Community South Bay (CSC South Bay), joined in commemorating National Cancer Survivors Day on Sunday, June 2 with a Hawaiian luau themed celebration held at Torrance Memorial Hunt Cancer Center. The event honored cancer survivors, provided inspiration to those recently diagnosed, and was a gathering of support for families and outreach to the community.Staff and Volunteers from Torrance Memorial Medical Center and CSC South Bay gather in Hawaiian attire to celebrate National Cancer Survivor DayAloha from the CSC South Bay booth – Nancy Lomibao–CSCSB Program Director/COO, Jackie Suiter—CSCSB Development Director, Norma Gonzalez—CSCSB Outreach & Kids Community Manager, Theresa Plakos—CSCSB Public Relations Director.
More than 200 cancer survivors, their families and friends sporting Hawaiian attire were treated to healthy refreshments, crafts, wellness resources and more in a festive outdoor setting.  National Cancer Survivors Day marks a day of success for individuals who have a history of cancer. It aims to celebrate milestones and show the world that life after a cancer diagnosis can be fruitful, fulfilling and inspiring. For more information about Torrance Memorial Medical Center or CSC South Bay, please visit www.TorranceMemorial.org or website www.CSCSouthBay.org Brittany Rudinica—Oncology Social Worker and Survivorship Coordinator at Torrance Memorial, Dr. Andrew Horodner—Keynote Speaker, Mary Wright—Chief Nursing Officer at Torrance Memorial, Nancy Lomibao—Program Director and Chief Clinical Officer at CSC South Bay, Laura McMillen—Cancer Survivor and speaker at the event.Kim McCormick enjoys the festivitiesTorrance Memorial Doctors join in the festivities – Dr. Thomas Lowe, Dr. Andrew Horodner, Dr. Hugo Hool, Dr. Dan Hovenstine, Dr. David Chan, Dr. Julie Sim, Dr. Justin Tiulim.Wahine Illikea Hula dancers pictured with Brittany Rudinica—Oncology Social Worker and Survivorship Coordinator at Torrance MemorialJillian Van Leuven—CSC South Bay Executive Director/CEO, Dr. Neil Bhayani—CSC South Bay Professional Advisory Board Chairperson, Jackie Suiter—CSC South Bay Development Director
