We went back to the source of our Lung Center program -- the people who saw what it might become, those who formed the process for driving the program, and those who helped to implement and manage it. We tried to capture and convey the experience and insights of these people. The result of this new form of assessment, a Learning History, is put forth on the pages that follow. We believe that what we have learned can help you think about the best way to reach lung disease sufferers in your community.

We hope that this learning history will give you a chance to catch your breath and explore new ideas. As the ALA-I Lung Center continues to try and make a place for itself in our community, we hope our challenges and triumphs will be events that communities beyond our walls can learn from too.

Memorial Health System staff members are more than happy to answer any questions you may have regarding this process. Feel free to call us at (574)647-7115.

Phil Newbold

CEO, Memorial Hospital/Health System