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August 22, 2025
Earlier this month, the LuskinOIC Foundation received the final distribution from the Tigner and Gibson Estate. For more than 46 years, Evert Tigner and Ian Gibson were devoted supporters of LuskinOIC’s mission to provide exceptional orthopaedic care to children regardless of their financial circumstances.
Evert, a lifelong educator, witnessed firsthand how the care provided by LuskinOIC transformed the lives of his students. Inspired by the impact he saw in the classroom, he became a committed donor—choosing to support our work both during his lifetime and as part of his legacy.
The final gift from their estate—totaling $12,000—has been designated to help fund the purchase of a Siemens MRI machine for our forthcoming Advanced Imaging Center. Today, our patients face an average MRI wait time of nearly three months, delaying diagnosis and treatment for serious conditions. This generous contribution will help reduce wait times and ensure more timely, effective care.
To learn more about planned giving opportunities, please contact Mary Beth Perrine at MPerrine@mednet.ucla.edu.
[Top photo: Evert Tigner and his partner Ian Gibson, longtime LuskinOIC donors.]
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Knowing When to Seek Care for Your Child: A Guide from LuskinOIC
As a parent, your top priority is keeping your child safe and healthy. But when your child is sick or injured, it can be hard to know what level of care they need. Should you call your pediatrician, visit urgent care, or head straight to the emergency department?
For non-emergencies, your child’s pediatrician or a pediatric urgent care center is often the best place to start. If your child’s doctor isn’t available—such as during evenings or weekends—urgent care can provide fast, effective treatment. Contact your pediatrician or visit urgent care if your child has:
You may also have access to virtual urgent care for non-emergency issues, allowing your child to be seen by a provider from home. Check if pediatric virtual urgent care services are available in your area.
If your child is seriously injured or ill—especially if the condition may be life-threatening or needs immediate attention—take them to the emergency department (ED). Seek emergency care if your child:
Your child’s health matters. When in doubt, trust your instincts—and don’t hesitate to seek care. LuskinOIC is here to support your family with trusted pediatric expertise every step of the way.