October 2025 - Luskin Orthopaedic Institute for Children

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The Ozzie Spotlight: LuskinOIC’s Legacy of Care

Our mascot Ozzie is rallying stakeholders and staff to spread the word about LuskinOIC’s unmatched commitment to accessible, high-quality pediatric orthopaedic care. Below are sharp talking points to showcase our work. Use them in meetings, posts, or pitches to highlight how we ensure every child receives top-tier treatment with no barriers or compromises.

  • Founded in October, 1911
  • Staffed with 38 medical providers, including 11 surgeons, 6 nonoperative MDs, 3 physician assistants, and 4 nurse practitioners.
  • LuskinOIC surgeon on call 24/7, 365 days a year, for UCLA Health in the event a child needs emergency orthopaedic surgery
  • Largest provider of pediatric orthopaedic surgery in Los Angeles county
  • We serve all children, regardless of immigration status, insurance, or background, creating a true safe space in the heart of Los Angeles
  • With more than 100 years of impact, we have:
    • Cast more than 30,000 casts
    • Fitted more than 12,000 braces
    • Welcomed more than 50,000 patient visits
  • These numbers prove that expert care belongs to every family, not just a few

Swing for Kids Golf: A Day of Generosity and Gratitude

We would like to take a moment to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our incredible sponsors who helped make this year’s Swing for Kids Golf Tournament a success. Your generosity and commitment continue to make a lasting impact on the lives of the children and families we serve.

A special thank-you goes to longtime friend and supporter Jason Silletti, who never hesitates to rally his network to show up in a big way each year. We’re also deeply grateful to our Golf Committee Chair Dan Madden, whose leadership, enthusiasm, and dedication brought every planning meeting to life.

To Ashley and the Jain Family, thank you for always answering the call to action with open hearts and unwavering support. We’re also proud to recognize our returning sponsor, the Dal Bello Family, for their continued partnership and generosity. And finally, a warm welcome to our newest sponsor, Prevail Insurance Management Services—we’re so excited to have you join us on the course.

We truly couldn’t do this without all of you. Thank you for Driving Fore-ward for our patients.

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