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Bizzell Is a Contributing Sponsor for the March of Dimes Maryland–National Capital Area Chapter Signature Chefs Auction

Bizzell Is a Contributing Sponsor for the March of Dimes Maryland–National Capital Area Chapter Signature Chefs Auction

The Bizzell Group (Bizzell) takes pride in supporting the communities that we serve. On November 14, 2019, Dr. Anton Bizzell, CEO; and other Communications Team members, Trevis Cage, Director of Corporate Communications; and Raigan Wheeler, Communications Specialist, attended the March of Dimes (MOD) Maryland–National Capital Area Chapter Signature Chefs Auction where guests enjoyed a variety of top-tier, local cuisine and participated in an exclusive live auction. All proceeds contributed to the MOD mission go toward improving the health of ALL moms and babies. Dr. Bizzell is a MOD Maryland Market Board Member, and the Bizzell Group was a proud sponsor of the event.

MOD leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. They believe that every baby deserves the best possible start. For 80 years, MOD has helped millions of babies survive and thrive. They’re building on that legacy to level the playing field for all moms and babies, no matter their age, socioeconomic background, or demographics. They advocate for policies that prioritize their health, support radical improvements to the care moms and babies receive, and pioneer research to find solutions to the biggest health threats to moms and babies. MOD pioneered the vaccine research leading to the eradication of polio in the United States, and then shifted focus to address some of the biggest health threats to moms and babies with innovations like folic acid, newborn screening, and surfactant therapy. Today, they educate medical professionals and the public about best practices, support lifesaving research, provide comfort and support to families in neonatal intensive care units, and advocate for those who need them most: moms and babies. For more information on the March of Dimes, please visit https://www.marchofdimes.org/.

Categories R.E.A.C.H. Tags Bizzell R.E.A.C.H., CEO, Health, March of Dimes, Maternal & Child Health, Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder (SUD), Vaccination

Dr. Anton Bizzell Joined the March of Dimes’ Maryland Market Board of Directors

Dr. Anton Bizzell Joined the March of Dimes’ Maryland Market Board of Directors

Business and community leader, Anton C. Bizzell, M.D., President and CEO of the Bizzell Group, has been elected to the March of Dimes Maryland Market Board of Directors.

Dr. Anton Bizzell understands the importance of fighting for the health of all moms and babies. “As a public health advocate, I can’t think of a more important cause,” he says. “When you support the March of Dimes, you make a statement that you want to live in a world in which healthy moms and strong babies are a priority for us all.” Dr. Bizzell has spent most of his career on public health issues regarding access to and quality of medical, substance misuse, and behavioral health services. He has extensive experience in collaborating and interacting with professional health and community organizations, as well as expert knowledge in identifying and treating medical diseases in the fields of primary care, mental health, and substance abuse.

In his role as a board member, Dr. Bizzell serves as an advocate for the March of Dimes’ mission, encouraging local businesses and community leaders to join him in supporting the fight for stronger, healthier babies. “The number of babies born prematurely here in Maryland and across the country is not acceptable,” he says. “March of Dimes empowers families with programs, knowledge, and tools.”

MOD leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. They believe that every baby deserves the best possible start. For 80 years, MOD has helped millions of babies survive and thrive. They’re building on that legacy to level the playing field for all moms and babies, no matter their age, socioeconomic background, or demographics. They advocate for policies that prioritize their health, support radical improvements to the care moms and babies receive, and pioneer research to find solutions to the biggest health threats to moms and babies. MOD pioneered the vaccine research leading to the eradication of polio in the United States, and then shifted focus to address some of the biggest health threats to moms and babies with innovations like folic acid, newborn screening, and surfactant therapy. Today, they educate medical professionals and the public about best practices, support lifesaving research, provide comfort and support to families in neonatal intensive care units, and advocate for those who need them most: moms and babies. For more information on the March of Dimes, please visit https://www.marchofdimes.org/.

Categories R.E.A.C.H. Tags Bizzell R.E.A.C.H., Health, March of Dimes, Maternal & Child Health, Mom and Babies

Bizzell Directors Support the Maryland March of Dimes Walk

Bizzell Directors Support the Maryland March of Dimes Walk

Two directors from the Bizzell Group, Jovan Silva and Trevis Cage, participated in the Baltimore March for the Babies walk, hosted by the March of Dimes (MOD). As members of the Delta Lambda chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, they raised nearly $1,500 for the event.

MOD leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. They believe that every baby deserves the best possible start. For 80 years, MOD has helped millions of babies survive and thrive. They’re building on that legacy to level the playing field for all moms and babies, no matter their age, socioeconomic background, or demographics. They advocate for policies that prioritize their health, support radical improvements to the care moms and babies receive, and pioneer research to find solutions to the biggest health threats to moms and babies. MOD pioneered the vaccine research leading to the eradication of polio in the United States, and then shifted focus to address some of the biggest health threats to moms and babies with innovations like folic acid, newborn screening, and surfactant therapy. Today, they educate medical professionals and the public about best practices, support lifesaving research, provide comfort and support to families in neonatal intensive care units, and advocate for those who need them most: moms and babies. For more information on the March of Dimes, please visit https://www.marchofdimes.org/.

Categories R.E.A.C.H. Tags Health Professionals, Maternal & Child Health, Opioid Use Disorder (OUD), People First, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

People First: How Bizzell Is Cultivating the Next Generation of Health Professionals

People First: How Bizzell Is Cultivating the Next Generation of Health Professionals

Lanham, MD – February 28, 2019 – On Saturday, February 9, a Senior Associate for the Bizzell Group (Bizzell), Dr. Rhonda Waller, was invited to participate in the Spelman College Health Careers Program Mock Interview Day. The Mock Interview Day prepares Health Careers students for the types of interviews they will likely encounter during the application cycle for internships and graduate and professional schools.

“My dedication to Spelman College is rooted in my service to the institution that changed the trajectory of my life,” said Dr. Waller, graduate of Spelman College. “As an interviewer, I was able to provide immediate and direct feedback to students and share with them the work we do at Bizzell.”

Dr. Waller is a Psychologist, Professor, and Maternal and Child Health Specialist with more than 30 years of professional experience in administration, project management, organizational development, technical assistance, policy analysis, and community outreach. Dr. Waller is highly skilled in program design and implementation, coalition building, and the development of community-based strategies to improve access to health care and education. While at Bizzell, Dr. Waller has led projects for Health Resources and Services Administration’s Maternal Infant Early Childhood Home Visiting Program, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s Behavioral Health and HIV/AIDS Technical Assistance Center, and SAMHSA’s Targeted Capacity Expansion: Medication Assisted Treatment – Prescription Drug and Opioid Addiction Policy Academy.

Bizzell’s commitment to professional development, diversity, and service translates outside of the traditional workspace and into the community. “We owe it to the next generation of public health professionals to support them as they grow and to let them see how we implement innovation and excellence in the health services and research arenas,” Dr. Waller added. “Minorities are often underrepresented in health professions, so it’s important that we continue to engage with students at HBCUs like Spelman College and provide insight into career paths they may not have considered otherwise.”

Dr. Waller serves as the Corresponding Secretary for the National Alumnae Association of Spelman College and is the proud mother of a current Spelmanite, Kai Adura Waller (C’2019).

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