Pardee Hospital Foundation
561 Fleming Street
Hendersonville, NC 28739
828.233.2700
Pardee Hospital Foundation is a not-for-profit organization, tax-exempt by the IRS under code 501(c)3. Contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Thanks to a generous grant to the Pardee Hospital Foundation from Kenmure Fights Cancer, UNC Health Pardee’s Cancer Center has become an even stronger leader in breast cancer detection, integrating two new tools in the fight for early detection.
Volpara AI software and Computer-Aided Detection (CAD) for Automated Whole Breast Ultrasounds (ABUS) are now incorporated into Pardee Cancer Center’s imaging program. These cutting-edge tools enhance early detection, especially for higher-risk patients, while improving outcomes and streamlining exam interpretation.
“This transformative technology, made possible by Kenmure Fights Cancer, allows us to deliver faster, more accurate diagnoses,” said Adam Wilkins, Administrative Director of Oncology Services. “We’re proud to be among the first UNC Health sites to adopt these groundbreaking approaches to breast imaging.”
The AI-driven Volpara software supports radiologists by interpreting complex imaging data, assessing lifetime breast cancer risk, and identifying immediate concerns. This technology will also play a pivotal role in expanding the Pardee Cancer Center’s High-Risk Breast Clinic, offering patients a more personalized and comprehensive approach to care.
Kristy Capps, BSN, RN, Clinical Manager of Oncology Services, highlighted the practical benefits: “The CAD for ABUS system not only enhances outcomes but also reduces the time required for image interpretation, enabling us to screen more patients and improve access to life-saving care.”
Kenmure Fights Cancer has supported Pardee Cancer Center for over 15 years, raising over $1 million for cancer programs across Western North Carolina.
Their contributions, including funding for the Mammo on the Go mobile mammography unit, have revolutionized local healthcare access.
“Kenmure Fights Cancer’s commitment to bringing innovative tools to our region has an immeasurable impact,” said Amy Treece, Executive Director of Pardee Hospital Foundation. “This latest grant elevates our capabilities and ensures we’re at the forefront of breast cancer detection.”
As the only comprehensive cancer center in Henderson County, Pardee Cancer Center continues to blend cutting-edge technology with compassionate care, setting new standards in community healthcare.
Pardee Hospital Foundation
561 Fleming Street
Hendersonville, NC 28739
828.233.2700
Andrew Schmidt joined Pardee Hospital Foundation in November 2023 as a Donor Engagement Officer. Andrew began his career in fundraising at his alma mater, Sewanee: The University of the South, as an assistant director in charge of reunions and volunteers, working on milestone giving campaigns as well as alumni engagement and stewardship events. Andrew holds a BA in Philosophy from Sewanee and recently earned a MA in Applied Arts & Sciences from the Liberal and Interdisciplinary Studies program at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Andrew previously served the Henderson Country community as an Advancement Analyst at nearby Kanuga Conference Center, where he was responsible for donor database administration, prospect research, and raising funds in support of a $15M capital campaign centered on a comprehensive renovation of the then-47-year-old Kanuga Lake Inn. Andrew looks forward to helping advance the mission of UNC Health and Pardee Hospital Foundation across the Western North Carolina region, and particularly in Transylvania County. When he’s not out and about visiting with donors, you can usually find Andrew scampering around DuPont and Pisgah with his wife, Sara, preschool-age son, Arthur, and new-born son, Rhodes.