Bensadon Society
Bensadon Society
Touro Infirmary Foundation's Physician-led Giving Society.
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Physician led philanthropy
The Bensadon Society is a philanthropic group of physicians with the same vision – patients come first. Named after Dr. Joseph Bensadon, Judah Touro’s personal physician and the first house surgeon at Touro, the Society exists to help further the mission of the Touro Infirmary Foundation and its reach and impact to our patients.
Physicians see first-hand the needs of our patient population. Whether it’s an updated unit or area that houses state-of-the-art technology that will provide advanced treatment for our patients, or vital equipment needed for care that our patients cannot afford, and that insurance will not cover, this Society allows a direct line to make a difference in the way care is delivered. Voting members of the Bensadon Society, decide on the philanthropic goals of the established fund and how best to utilize donations to impact Touro patients.
Honoring Physicians
In addition to its philanthropic initiatives, the Society annually bestows two physician-focused awards for excellence. The Murrel H. Kaplan, M.D. Compassionate Physician Award is presented to an active Touro physician who demonstrates compassion, empathy, and respect for the patient as a whole person, and genuine care for the patient’s welfare, as well as compassion and respect for staff and their peers. The Raja W. Dhurandhar, M.D. Cardiology Award is given annually to an outstanding cardiology resident in recognition of Dr. Dhurandhar’s 49-year medical career and commitment to medical education and mentorship of many of New Orleans’ aspiring doctors.
Membership:
Voting Member: $2,000+ donation
- Voting rights and the full participation in the designation of annual funds.
- Invitation to annual Bensadon Society Dinner to engage with other physician members and vote on how the Bensadon Society funds will be used the next calendar year.
- Two tickets to the Annual Silver Scope Soiree, a Touro Physician fundraising event in which the Kaplan Compassionate Physician Award and Dhurandhar Cardiology Award are presented.
- Recognition as Bensadon Society member in all print publications, online listings, and event signage.
- Signature Bensadon Society Lapel Pin.
New Physician Member: $1,500 donation
Reserved for physicians who have been in practice for fewer than 5 years.
- Two tickets to the Annual Silver Scope Soiree, a Touro Physician fundraising event in which the Kaplan Compassionate Physician Award and Dhurandhar Cardiology Award are presented.
- Recognition as Bensadon Society member in all print publications, online listings, and event signage.
- Signature Bensadon Society Lapel Pin.
Retired Physicians Organization: $1,500+ donation
Reserved for physicians who have retired from Touro Medical Staff.
- Physician access to Touro’s Medical Staff Lounge and Touro parking garages.
- Inclusion in Touro Medical Staff Communication and Doctors’ Day Events.
- Two tickets to the Annual Silver Scope Soiree, a Touro Physician fundraising event in which the Kaplan Compassionate Physician Award and Dhurandhar Cardiology Award are presented.
- Recognition as Bensadon Society member in all print publications, online listings, and event signage.
- Signature Bensadon Society Lapel Pin.
Donations for society membership can be made in installments throughout the calendar year. Gifts can be made by check, credit card, money order, stocks, or bonds. Bensadon Society members’ gifts will go to the Bensadon Fund with the Touro Infirmary Foundation unless otherwise directed.
Silver Scope Soiree
The Bensadon Society holds an annual fundraising event, chaired by a Touro physician or group of physicians, who design a signature event with curated food, cocktails, and entertainment. The Silver Scope Soiree also honors the recipients of the Kaplan Compassionate Physician Award and the Dhurandhar Cardiology Resident Award. Members of the Bensadon Society receive two tickets to the signature event.
Individual tickets: $250