Mary Bird Perkins TGMC Cancer Center Welcomes New Development Coordinator

(Houma, La.) Mary Bird Perkins TGMC Cancer Center (Cancer Center) welcomes Tiffany Tuberville Adams as their new Development Coordinator. In her new role, Adams will be responsible for the implementation and growth of the philanthropic development program to raise awareness and support for the Cancer Center and local cancer patients. Adams’ brings an abundance of successful fundraising experience. Since 2012, she has led several successful fundraising initiatives at St. Matthews Episcopal School while also serving on the school’s board. Adams’ background is in teaching science and arts. Adams also served as a board member of The Foundation for TGMC and chaired the organization’s newest fundraiser, Derby on the Bayou. “We are thrilled to welcome Tiffany to our team,” said Phyllis Peoples, TGMC President and CEO. “Her vast fundraising experience combined with her strong communication and leadership skills make her a valued asset. With her support, we will be able to serve more cancer patients in our area.” The Cancer Center offers comprehensive, patient-focused cancer services. With a combination of exceptional resources and highly-experienced and compassionate physicians and staff, patients receive the highest quality care available right here at home. For more information about the Cancer Center’s development program, contact (985) 851-8661.   ### About Terrebonne General Medical Center Terrebonne General Medical Center, an award winning and nationally recognized healthcare organization, has built a reputation based on quality and its initiatives to strengthen the health and wellness of the community. The medical center is a non-profit acute care facility whose mission is to provide exceptional healthcare with compassion. TGMC offers a complete range of services such as the Accredited Chest Pain Center which was recognized by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (SCPS) and US News and World Report for its world-class cardiology and cardiovascular surgery, a comprehensive Women’s Health Center internationally recognized with top honors as a designated Baby Friendly USA™ hospital- the gold standard in maternity care, outpatient services, surgery center, emergency care services and Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center at TGMC which is nationally accredited with commendation for excellence in cancer care by the American College of Surgeons (ACoS) Commission on Cancer (CoC) – the gold standard for community-based cancer care.  Additionally, TGMC provides the Healthy Lifestyles Center, which offers the Community Sports Institute, Health and Sports Performance, Wellness for Life, Workout 360, Inpatient and Outpatient Rehabilitation, Diabetes Management and Weight Management.   TGMC is also designated as a Level One Hospital WellSpot Louisiana facility, and received the Outstanding Achievement Award from the Joint Commission.  Most recently TGMC has been chosen as a 2016 Women’s Choice Award recipient as an America’s Best Hospitals for Orthopedics and a 2016 Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey. For more information on TGMC’s services please visit www.tgmc.com.