Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong-a surgeon, scientist and founder/chairman/CEO of the global pharmaceutical company Abraxis BioScience Inc., and his wife Michele B. Chan were presented with the 2007 Caritas Award on Oct. 13 at the Saint John’s Health Center Caritas Gala. They were recognized for their spirit of philanthropy, compassionate concern for others and commitment to the Health Center. Also honored at the event was philanthropist Marion Jorgensen, who received the Spirit of Saint John’s Award for her remarkable life achievements, extraordinary leadership and lifelong support of Saint John’s.
More than 600 guests attended the charity event, which raised more than $1 million in vital support of Saint John’s. The 14th annual Caritas Gala, which took place at the Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills was sponsored by the Irene Dunne Guild and Saint John’s Health Center Foundation