Article printed on page 11 in the February 9-10, 2008 issue of The Mississauga News under the feature: Health & Wellness, Medicine Matters.
Breast cancer can be beaten. It involves a collaboration of Family Physicians, Oncologists, Geneticists, and Radiologists, Patholigists and specialized nurses, counsellors, skilled technologists and others on the medical side. But it also requires the help of family members, friends, clergy and society as a whole.
A group of local doctors have decided to put their sticks where their stethoscopes are. Hockey simply got more votes than the Full-Monty Doctor Calendar. So, this Wednesday, February 13th, 2008, at 5 p.m. at the Hershey Centre, the Mississauga News and the St. Mike's Majors will be presenting "Docs On Ice".
My own Bandage Clad Blades coached by NHL great, Johnny Bower, have challenged Dr. Dennis Izukawa's Tyrannical Titans, coached by the legendary Dick Duff, to a duel on ice. The ice is sure to turn pink as we duel for the coveted Golden Bedpan with proceeds going to the Breast Cancer Foundation. For a mere $8.00, you can cheer on your favorite doc, raise funds for breast cancer, meet a famous Maple Leaf Stanley Cup Champion, and even stay to watch the St. Mike's Junior Game at no extra cost. And it's all thanks to Mr. Ron Lenyk of the Mississauga News, one of the most valuable, community spirited individuals in our city. Mr. Eugene Melnyk has also pledged to match every dollar raised for this noble cause. Together, we can make a difference. Donations can be made out to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, and are tax deductible. They can be dropped off at the Mississauga News office. We hope to see you there!
Left to right: Dr. Zajdman, Johnny Bower and Dr. Kujtan at Docs On Ice 2008
Docs On Ice 2008 Team Picture of All Participating Doctors and Celebrities
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Docs On Ice 2009. The 27th Annual Doctors of Ontario Charity Hockey Tournament will be held in Niagara Falls, April 16 to 18, 2009. This charity competition will host over 50 teams of doctor hockey players organized into nine divisions. Proceeds will benefit Heart Niagara and reduction of childhood obesity through its Healthy Heart Schools' Program. In 2009, a medical student division will be added to "give medical students the opportunity to experience physician hockey, network and support an important cause."
DOCS On Ice Hockey 2008 by Scott A. Sumner, Thunder Bay Business. "Over 500 doctors in 40 teams from across Ontario will visit Thunder Bay for Docs on Ice 2008, which will be held on April 3rd - 5th, 2008 at 6 arenas across the city ... proceeds from the tournament will support two local charities - P.R.O. Kids Thunder Bay and the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre- Pediatrics Unit."
Docs On Ice 2007. “DOCS on Ice” hockey tournament celebrates 25th anniversary in 2007: 750 physicians to lace ‘em up in Steeltown, April 12-14. Thousands of dollars raised for Ontario charities, article by Matt Radford.
Pink ribbon from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. The pink ribbon is an international symbol of breast cancer awareness.
Dick Duff from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Terrence Richard "Dick" Duff was a Canadian professional ice hockey forward who played 18 seasons for the Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Maple Leafs, Buffalo Sabres, Los Angeles Kings, and New York Rangers in the National Hockey League.
Legends of Hockey - Induction Showcase - Dick Duff. Born February 18, 1936, Terrance Richard 'Dick' Duff was a hockey prodigy on the rinks in his hometown of Kirkland Lake, Ontario. By the age of sixteen, Duff took advantage of interest in his hockey prowess to advance his education, moving to Toronto to attend St. Michael's College.
Dick Duff. Dick Duff's hockey statistics profile at hockeydb.com. Left Wing Born Feb 18 1936 -- Kirkland Lake, ONT Height 5.10 -- Weight 163 -- Shoots L.
Johnny Bower from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. John William "Johnny" Bower (born John Kiszkan on November 8, 1924), nicknamed "The China Wall", is a Hockey Hall of Fame goalie.
Legends of Hockey - Johnny Bower. Bower ... became famous for his fearless play. Maskless, he never shied away from an attacking player and in fact patented the most dangerous move a goalie can make - the poke-check. ... After he retired in 1970 as the oldest goalie ever to play in the NHL, Bower remained with the Leafs for many years as a scout and then goalie coach, putting the pads on and helping Leaf goalies in practice.
