The WSU School of Medicine will recognize the dedication of its partners in health care with its annual Pathfinders in Medicine Awards Saturday at the Detroit Institute of Art.

Established in 2000, the black-tie dinner honors outstanding vision and leadership in medicine, progressive scientific research and efforts that promote the availability of quality health care within the community. This year's ceremony will honor the CEOs of hospitals affiliated with the School through the Southeastern Michigan Center for Medical Education.

The black-tie event will begin at 6 p.m. with a cocktail reception and will progress through an awards ceremony and strolling dinner. Guests will also have an opportunity to view exhibits on display.

The Pathfinders dinner is the premiere fundraising event for Wayne State University School of Medicine. Money raised on this night directly funds the scholarships that help make medical school possible for many talented individuals.

If you'd like to attend, please contact Sue Helderop at 313-993-4179 or sheldero@med.wayne.edu

Honorees will include:

• John Ruckdeschel, Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute;
• Kenneth Matzick, Beaumont Hospitals;
• Jeffrey Collins, Bon Secours Cottage Health Services;
• Michael Duggan, Detroit Medical Center;
• Nancy Schlichting, Henry Ford Health System;
• Michael Wheeler, John D. Dingell V. A. Medical Center;
• John Graham, North Oakland Medical Centers;
• Gerald Fitzgerald, Oakwood Healthcare System;
• Elliot Joseph, St. John Health; and
• Joseph Swedish, Trinity Health.