Local Golfers Hit the Golf Course to Benefit Diabetes Institute

Published: 
October 20, 2009

Local Golfers Hit the Golf Course to Benefit Florida Hospital Diabetes Institute

 

Orlando, Fla., Oct. 20, 2009 - Local golfers hit the golf course for the Florida Hospital Diabetes Institute Golf Invitational at Shingle Creek Golf Club on Oct. 9. Teams of four players played a round of golf "scramble" to raise awareness and money to help those affected by diabetes.

Approximately 100 players and volunteers attended the event which raised $91,000. All proceeds from this year's event will directly benefit the Florida Hospital Diabetes Institute, which treats more than 30,000 patients with diabetes every year. 

"With diabetes reaching epidemic proportions, there has never been a greater need to care for and educate patients with diabetes," said Louis Katz, administrator of the Florida Hospital Diabetes Institute. "The golf tournament is a wonderful opportunity for our community to support the Diabetes Institute and be part of making a difference for those with diabetes. We strive to help people living with diabetes in the Central Florida area  and beyond live a healthy, productive and enjoyable life."

Florida Hospital Diabetes Institute is one of the largest and most comprehensive diabetes and endocrinology institutes in the county. The Institute provides a multidisciplinary approach that includes education, clinical care, research and fitness programs. For more information about the Florida Hospital Diabetes Institute please visit www.floridahospitaldiabetes.com.

For media inquiries only, contact Florida Hospital Media Relations at 407-303-8217.

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