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Pink on the Links Raises Money for MDIH Breast Health Center

This year’s Pinks on the Links Tournament at Kebo Valley Golf Club brought together 18 teams of 72 golfers for an day of fun, community, and purpose. Organized by Ladies League at Kebo Valley members Cat Lutz, Margie Phelps, Shannon Snurkowski, and Kelli Clark, the annual Jack and Jill style event raised $3,800 for the Breast Health Center at MDI Hospital.

The Pinks on the Links Tournament has long been a cherished tradition of the Ladies League, a Wednesday night gathering led by Club Professional Pieter Devos, where women come together to play scramble-format golf, share dinner, and build community. The special tournament invites the men to join in for one night, expanding the circle while focusing on a cause close to so many hearts: breast health.

“Supporting breast health is truly lifesaving work, and we are deeply grateful to the Ladies League for their generosity in supporting our Breast Health Center,” said Chrissi Maguire, President and CEO of MDI Hospital. “Their gift not only strengthens a vital service for our community, but also helps shine a light on such an important cause during Breast Health Awareness Month.”

As Cat Lutz of the Ladies League shared, “We all recognize the critical importance of early detection in breast cancer and the need for access to top-quality facilities and state-of-the-art equipment. We are truly grateful for everything the MDI Hospital Breast Health Center provides and are proud to support the Center through this annual event. Beyond fundraising, this event importantly raises awareness and honors the vital work being done to save lives.”

To learn more about events at Kebo Valley, visit their website: https://kebovalleyclub.com/

“It’s such a beautiful race,” she said. “The scenery is breathtaking, and the crowd energy is amazing. My mom has come up both years to cheer me on, which also makes it really special.” Whether she’s racing along the island’s winding roads or venturing into Acadia’s trails, Caitlin has found that being outdoors recharges her and deepens her appreciation for the intersection between health, resilience, and nature, a passion that has inspired her next step.

After residency completion this year, Caitlin is pursuing a fellowship in Wilderness Medicine, a field that perfectly blends her love for the outdoors with her dedication to emergency care. “Working at MDI Hospital has been an example of the merger between helping people in challenging environments and working closely in nature that I hope to experience during fellowship,” she said.

Reflecting on her time at MDI Hospital, Caitlin expressed deep gratitude for the people and experiences that have shaped her journey. “I plan to use the skills I have learned across my rotations at MDI Hospital going forward into my medical career so that I can provide great patient-centered care,” she said. “I will also remember the wonderful people I have met and cared for here who have helped shape my medical training to date.”

Whether running along the rugged coastline or responding to patients in the ED, Caitlin has found that MDI offers the perfect mix of challenge, inspiration, and community. It’s no surprise that for her, coming back to Mount Desert Island felt less like returning to a rotation, and more like coming home.

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