Cystic Fibrosis Institute

cysticfibrosisinstitute.org

cfi@wecare4lungs.com

THE AMAZING
RACE

"The Cystic Fibrosis Institute (CFI) was founded on the fundamental principle that
every person with cystic
fibrosis (CF) deserves the opportunity to realize his
or her full potential, to
lead as normal a life as
possible and, despite the
many obstacles they and
their families face, share
in the joys of life itself."

February 20, 2010

   CFI is also committed to providing educational resources to those affected by cystic
   fibrosis as well as to the medical community and members of the general public at large.
   An Annual Educational Conference featuring nationally known experts and addressing
   many issues relative to cystic fibrosis is offered to those with CF, their caregivers,
   members of the medical community, and the public at large.

Dr. Boas (center) along with
2010 "Iron Chef" speakers Dr. Jeff Wagener (left)
and Dr. Michael Pryor (right)

Dr. Boas (left) and Rep. David Miller (right) at
the 2010 Educational Retreat

The theme of the 2010 Conference was The Amazing Race and addressed topics including bone health, allergic reactions, complementary medicine and traveling with CF. The past year's Conference, The CF 500 – A Lifelong Race, covered important areas including family planning, exercise, issues facing the newly diagnosed, and financial and legal implications of CF.

High school students who volunteered
at the 2010 Educational Conference
From left: Nathan Drucker, Scott Schwartz,
Michaela Margolis, Claire Russell

Dr. Aaron Donnell speaking at the
2010 Educational Retreat

The Conference is not only an invaluable educational tool but also a fun, dynamic, and interesting event at which attendees participate in small breakout sessions where information and experience can be shared. The program also features the Hans Wessel Award to honor Dr. Wessel’s tireless and lifetime commitment to the CF community. At the 2009 Conference, the Make-A-Wish Foundation received this award in recognition of the vital mission the organization serves. At the 2010 Conference, retired social worker Carolyn Utech, LCSW, was the recipient of the Hans Wessel award in honor of her lifelong dedication to those affected by cystic fibrosis.

2007 Recipient,
Maureen Garvey

2009 Recipient,
Stephanie Springs for
the Make-A-Wish Foundation

2008 Recipient,
Dr. Claude Prestige

2010 Recipient,
Carolyn Utech

Dinner Lecture Series
In April 2007, The Cystic Fibrosis Institute initiated the Dinner Lecture Series as an extension of the CFI Winter Educational Retreat. The first program featured attorney Jayme Matchinski and addressed legal issues facing individuals with CF. Since then, this ongoing event has addressed a wide variety of CF related topics including financial planning, psychosocial adjustment, challenges facing the newly diagnosed, and employment concerns in the current economic climate.

Our Address:
2401 Ravine Way, Suite 302, Glenview, Illinois 60025