Marge Gambow Named President of The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem

EVANSTON, Ill (November 11, 2015) – The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) proudly announces the appointment of Marge Gambow as president of the 250-member volunteer organization. An Auxiliary member since 2004, Gambow has held many leadership roles, including Treasurer, Vice President of Volunteers, Nursing Scholarship Chair, American Craft Exposition Chair and Vice President of Funding Development.

“Marge’s commitment to our organization and leadership within the community is extraordinary,” said Katie Oshinski, Auxiliary Manager. “We are pleased to welcome Marge into a new leadership role and have confidence that she will successfully lead The Auxiliary’s fundraising efforts this year as she has in the past.”

Since 2004, Gambow has continually taken on responsibilities with The Auxiliary that have prepared her for the role of Auxiliary president, a title she was eager to hold. In addition to her work with The Auxiliary, Gambow is an avid volunteer with The Women’s Club of Evanston and her local church, St. Nicholas. She currently resides in Evanston with her husband, Neil Gambow.

The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem is a volunteer fundraising organization that provides philanthropic and community service programs to benefit NorthShore.

For more information about The Auxiliary of NorthShore University HealthSystem or to inquire about becoming a member, please contact The Auxiliary office at (224) 364-7270 or via email at auxiliary@northshore.org. For more information, please 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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