Riders Up! Stepping Up at Lexington KY
UK Healthcare's Kentucky Children's Hospital
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Media Contact: UK HealthCare News Mary Margaret Colliver, (859) 361-1887
LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 10, 2008) – Patients at UK HealthCare’s Kentucky Children’s Hospital today received a special treat. Members of Keeneland’s jockey colony visited the young patients and brought them books and gifts. Dressed in their jockey silks, the riders brightened the day of children who come to Kentucky Children’s Hospital from across Kentucky.
Some of the jockeys visiting the children commented on their visit. “It’s a great opportunity to put a smile on the face of someone going through a tough time,” said Garret Gomez.
John Velazquez said, “I’ve been hospitalized at UK and received lots of good help and support there. I have two kids of my own. It's good to meet many of the children and their families.”
“I’ve been in the hospital and I know how it is; you appreciate visitors," said Robby Albarado. "It’s a small way to give back something to the community.”
Dr. Tim Bricker, professor and chair, Department of Pediatrics, University of Kentucky College of Medicine, and physician-in-chief of Kentucky Children’s Hospital, greeted the Keeneland jockeys. “We are so pleased to have the Keeneland Jockey Colony visit our patients at our Kentucky Children’s Hospital,” said Bricker. “After all, Keeneland’s jockeys are as committed to Kentucky as we are, and they are part of our team.”
Keeneland is a combination Thoroughbred race course and sales company located six miles west of Lexington in the heart of Kentucky's Bluegrass Region. Keeneland was established as a model race track to perpetuate and improve the sport, and to provide a course that is intended to serve as a symbol of the fine traditions of Thoroughbred racing. The philosophy and principles which have characterized Keeneland throughout its history remain unchanged.
Kentucky Children's Hospital was established in 1997. Previously known as UK Children’s Hospital, it was renamed in 2005 to more clearly define its role as the hospital for all children of Kentucky. The renaming reflects UK HealthCare’s new and expanded commitment to provide the best possible care to children throughout the state. The name also represents UK’s commitment to become a leading research center for children’s health and a Top 20 pediatric institution.
For more information about Kentucky Children’s Hospital, call Loralyn Cecil at (859) 257-1106.For more information about Keeneland, call (859) 254-3412.
Joyce Pinson, Kentucky health insurance agent, collects all things Derby including derby glasses, and memorabilia from fellow Boone County native Steve Cauthen.
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