Physicians Participate in "Race for the Cure"

Dr. C. Kent Osborne, director of the Breast Care Center at Baylor College of Medicine and The Methodist Hospital, will serve again as honorary chairman of Doctors for the Cure.

Dr. Osborne is leading the effort to recruit Houston area physicians to participate in the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation Race for the Cure, Saturday, Oct. 13. This year marks the first time noncompetitive coed events will be held in addition to the competitive race for women only

"The Race for the Cure has made a significant impact in creating awareness for breast cancer prevention, screening and treatment," Dr. Osborne said. "We expect many physicians and researchers to step forward this year to support this tremendous effort."

Now in its 11th year in Houston, Race for the Cure raises funds for breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment. The foundation expects 20,000 walkers and runners at this year's event.

Charlotte Rhodes, senior director of development for Baylor, is chairman of Houston's Doctors for the Cure.

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