Run for Your Buns 5K organizers receive award from American College of Gastroenterology: 3 thoughts

Stephen Amann, MD, nurse navigator Cindy McDaniel and Digestive Health Specialists clinical research coordinator Marsha Williams were recently awarded a SCOPY from the American College of Gastroenterology for their work on the Blue Tie Affair and the Run for your Buns 5K, the Daily Journal reports

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Here’s what you should know.

 

1. The Mississippi-based physician and healthcare professionals were recognized in the “best event support and community engagement category.” The two events benefitted a colorectal cancer and patient assistant program. They raised nearly $8,000.

 

2. The 5K doubled its participation in its second running.

 

3. Dr. Amann created the Blue Tie Affair as a way to complement the race and appeal to a broader audience.

 

The affair featured a band, a silent auction and a speaker and was held at Elvis Presley’s Birthplace.

 

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