Movers & Shakers

Cindystock 22 was once again a huge success. The annual event raises funds for cancer screening tests and support services. This year’s event brought in more than $25,000 and welcomed over 200 attendees. Mark your calendars—Cindystock 23 is already on the books—scheduled for Saturday, August 22, 2026.

Passavant Memorial Homes Foundation (PMHF) recently held its 32^nd Annual Golf Classic at Olde Stonewall Golf Club in Ellwood City. The event raised more than $143,000 to support children and adults with intellectual disabilities, autism, and behavioral health needs served by Passavant Memorial Homes (PMH), PMHF’s parent nonprofit organization. All net proceeds will enhance the services and supports provided to more than 600 individuals served by PMH across western and central Pennsylvania. The winners of the event’s prestigious PMHF Classic Cup were the foursome led by Dr. Frank Makoczy of Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania.

UPMC Passavant-Cranberry is celebrating its newly renovated campus and expanded specialty services, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to community health care. The $42 million investment across both campuses positions UPMC Passavant as a signature specialty hub and advanced tertiary care destination for Pittsburgh’s northern communities. Newly enhanced services at the Cranberry campus include: 

• Advanced cardiac imaging with a new CT scanner offering 3D imaging for improved diagnostics 

• Behavioral health enhancements with a flexible care transformer room for safer, more efficient treatment 

• Pediatric telehealth connectivity through UPMC Children’s emergency department affiliation 

• Expanded Heart and Vascular Institute clinic footprint, including an advanced heart failure evaluation clinic 

• Full weekday physician coverage at the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center site 

• Surgical services in gynecologic oncology, orthopaedics, urology and general surgery