BRMC's 'Biggest Loser' Winners

By Kimberly Maben, Director
Department of Communications

Bradford Regional Medical Center is over two tons lighter and a whole lot healthier - thanks to the efforts of the organization's Wellness Committee in hosting a "Biggest Loser" contest to raise awareness of healthy lifestyles and dietary choices.

A beach party was held April 17 to reveal the winners of the 12-week contest which started Jan. 19, according to Wellness Committee member Beth Price. "The competition was a huge success," Mrs. Price noted.

Bridget Pascarella of BRMC's Same Day Surgery Department took the top individual award of $1,000 for having the highest percentage weight loss of 23.5 percent. Also, the Pre-Admission Testing Department earned the top team award for the highest percent weight loss of 14.1 percent. The winning team was comprised of Mrs. Pascarella, Shannon Madore and Lois Sager. The team members received hooded "Biggest Loser" sweatshirts.

Additionally, Tom Kreiner, a member of the hospital's Pharmacy staff, lost 52 pounds -- the most of anyone -- and for his effort he won a $150 gift certificate at Rhoda's. The certificate was provided by Robert Landfried, D.O., F.A.O.C.A., chairman of BRMC's Department of Anesthesiology/Pain Management.

There were 37 employees who lost 10 percent of their body weight and their names were put in a drawing for a $500 prize with the winner being Pauline Kindervater of WIC. More than 130 employees completed the competition and lost a total of 2,149 pounds.

(Photo of Kreiner and Pascarella courtesy of BRMC)