Court the Cure Tennis Tournament Raises $18,000 for Leading-Edge Breast Cancer Research at NorthShore University HealthSystem

Evanston, IL (September 29, 2015) – On Thursday, September 24, the North Shore Women’s Platform Tennis League (NSWPTL) hosted its 19th annual Court the Cure fundraiser. Over 230 paddle players took to the courts for an exciting morning of matches at clubs across the North Shore including Birchwood Country Club in Highland Park, Evanston Golf Club, Prairie Club Park District in Glenview, Green Acres Country Cub in Northbrook, Knollwood Club in Lake Forest, Northmoor Country Club in Highland Park, Northshore Country Club in Glenview, Onwentsia Club in Lake Forest, Skokie Club in Glencoe, Sunset Ridge in Northfield, Tennaqua in Deerfield, Valley Lo Sports Club in Glenview, Westmoreland Country Club in Wilmette, the Wilmette Park District, and the Winnetka Platform Tennis Club where an exciting Pro-Am component was held. This year, the generous support of the Court the Cure players and sponsors raised $18,000 for leading-edge breast cancer research at NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore).

“Court the Cure provides a fabulous opportunity for women in our community to come together and enjoy the sport they love while being advocates for an extremely important cause,” stated Court the Cure co-chair Liane Joseph. “Since the events inception 19 years ago, we have been able to raise more than $165,000 for leading-edge breast cancer research at NorthShore – an extremely important women’s cause that is near and dear to our hearts,” added co-chair Bonnie Flanzer.

All proceeds from Court the Cure will support breast cancer research initiatives led by Katharine Yao, MD, Director of the Breast Surgical Program at NorthShore. The funds raised will support a 3D modeling project to allow for early detection of lymphedema in breast cancer patients. This dynamic research at NorthShore will help to ensure early detection and more effective treatments for many generations to come.

For more information about Dr. Yao’s breast cancer research or ways to support NorthShore University HealthSystem Foundation, please call (224) 364-7200 or visit foundation.northshore.org.

About NorthShore University HealthSystem

Headquartered in Evanston, Illinois, NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) is a comprehensive, fully integrated, healthcare delivery system that serves the Chicago region. The system includes four hospitals in Evanston, Glenview, Highland Park and Skokie. NorthShore employs approximately 10,000 staff and has 2,400 affiliated physicians, including a 900 physician, multispecialty group practice with some 100 office locations. Further, NorthShore supports teaching and research as the principal teaching affiliate for the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine.

The NorthShore Research Institute focuses on clinical and translational research, including leadership in clinical trials, medical informatics and genomics. The NorthShore Foundation is the organization’s primary philanthropic entity. The Foundation raises charitable contributions and engages volunteer friends in support of NorthShore’s ongoing mission to preserve and improve human life.

NorthShore has significant capabilities in a wide spectrum of clinical programs, including Kellogg Cancer Center, NorthShore Neurological Institute, NorthShore Orthopaedic Institute and NorthShore Cardiovascular Institute, as well as high-risk maternity and pediatrics. NorthShore is a Magnet recognized organization, the first in Illinois designated as a system to receive this prestigious honor that demonstrates excellence in nursing. NorthShore is a national leader in the implementation of innovative technologies, including electronic medical records (EMR). In 2003, NorthShore was among the first in the country to successfully launch a system-wide EMR with demonstrable benefits in quality, safety, efficiency and service to patients. NorthShore has been recognized by multiple national organizations for this notable achievement.

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