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A significant number of Koreans who need urgent surgery remain uninsured and unable to receive governmental aid such as emergency Medicaid. Many patients endure illnesses that could be cured through surgery due to financial constraints. To address this critical issue, Holy Name Hospital's Korean Medical Program has commenced its “100 Churches Campaign” as a major project in celebration of its 10th anniversary.
The Korean Medical Program (KMP) at Holy Name Hospital is currently managing a fund specifically for Koreans unable to secure insurance or governmental assistance. With support from the Korean community and hospital, individuals like Ms. Chun-Sim Park, who faced the threat of blindness, have successfully undergone surgery and continue with regular check-ups, thanks to ophthalmologist Dr. Minhee Jo.
The Holy Name Hospital 100 Churches Campaign Committee (from left: Hye-Young Yoon - Customer Service Supervisor, Kyung-Hee Choi - Vice President, Higon Yang - Medical Director, Vicky Park - Community Outreach & Program Development Director)
For many Koreans seeking help from the Korean Medical Program, high medical costs, inability to take time off work, and various other private circumstances prevent them from securing necessary medical care. Among these individuals, there are many who could be treated with surgery but have no access to governmental support or financial aid from family.
With the Korean community and religious institutions’ collaboration, the program has facilitated surgeries for four Koreans in need. A selection committee conducts fair evaluations to identify beneficiaries and funds their surgery, hospitalization, and discharge costs. Holy Name Hospital also participates by matching funds, emphasizing a commitment to saving lives rather than pursuing profit.
For more information on supporting the 100 Churches Campaign, please contact the Korean Medical Program at Holy Name Hospital: (201) 833-3399.
The campaign was initiated following an April seminar attended by pastors and church officials. The campaign aims to sow the seeds of life within the Korean community, bolstering Holy Name Hospital’s commitment to healthcare and harnessing the power of Korean church communities.
Beginning with Ms. Chun-Sim Park, who faced retinal disease and the risk of blindness, and including Ms. Mi-jin Yoon, who was in a life-threatening emergency due to acute myocardial infarction, four Koreans have received life-saving surgeries through the support of Holy Name Hospital’s Korean Medical Program and the community. Ms. Park, the campaign’s first beneficiary, expressed deep gratitude as she narrowly avoided losing her vision.
“Where else could one find such fulfilling happiness as saving a life with a small gesture of help?” The campaign envisions active participation from the Korean church community and individuals to inspire an invigorating beginning of life support within the Korean society.
Other supporters include Bethany Church, New Jersey Chodae Community Church, New Jersey True Church, Cornerstone Church, Hansomang Women's Association, and sponsors such as Jong-Ku Park (Golden Adult Day Care Center and Golden Pharmacy), Myung-Geun Park (Councilman of Englewood Cliffs, CEO of Econo Agency), Closter Farm, Hannah Yeo, Michelle Shin, Jae-Hyun Jeon (Obamacare Specialist), Dr. Steven Angeli, Sungmi Park, and Robert Lee.
