Sherri Lewman
Tampa General Hospital
Corporate Chair

Sherri Lewman is the Senior Vice President of Enterprise Imaging for Tampa General Hospital. With her expertise in both strategy and operations, she is responsible for further integrating Tampa General and Tower Radiology at an enterprise level and overseeing Tampa General’s dynamic growth of outpatient imaging services throughout the state.

Lewman previously served as Vice President of Service Lines at TGH and brought over two decades of experience to her initial role. She is a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist and holds a master’s degree in health administration.

Sherri is proud to be serving as the Corporate Chair for the Arthritis Foundation’s annual Jingle Bell Run. She says, “I understand how autoimmune and arthritic diseases can effect a family or loved one and want to support this worthy cause.”

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Adam Grunbaum, DO
Gulf Coast Rheumatology
Medical Honoree

Dr. Grunbaum is board certified in Rheumatology and Internal Medicine. He received his medical degree from Nova Southeastern University, completed his Internal Medicine residency at Sun Coast Hospital and Rheumatology fellowship at Largo Medical Center.

In addition to his private practice, Dr. Grunbaum is the Program Director of the Rheumatology Fellowship at Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point. He is also an Assistant Professor with the USF and Clinical Assistant Professor with Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Grunbaum has been involved with his community since graduation. His practice is involved in clinical research studies as well.

Dr. Grunbaum enjoys spending time with his family, traveling and supporting local sports teams. He is proud to be serving as the Medical Honoree for the Arthritis Foundation! 

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Alpha Omicron Pi
Community Champion

Alpha Omicron Pi (AOII) is a women’s fraternity with 134 currently installed collegiate chapters and 142 active alumnae chapters across the US and Canada. AOII’s partnership with the Arthritis Foundation is one of the longest running and most impactful philanthropy partnerships in the Greek world - more than 55 years. The international fraternity has donated millions of dollars and countless service hours to support the great work of the Foundation. Members are honored to raise money every year through signature Strike Out Arthritis! fundraisers, they also pride themselves on a commitment to a hands-on experience. AOIIs love to volunteer or participate in the Jingle Bell Run or Walk to Cure Arthritis events, work at camps and conference, and commit numerous hours spreading awareness about arthritis and the Arthritis Foundation. AOII continues to fund programming and research that will improve lives and leave a lasting impact.

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Cindy Marie Powell
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Adult Honoree

Cindy’s arthritis journey began seven years ago. She had joint pain in her shoulders, knees, and hands. One day while massaging her hands, Cindy recalled that her grandmother, who suffered from severe rheumatoid arthritis, used to do the same thing. Bloodwork confirmed her diagnosis and the challenges of finding the right therapies and medications began.

Cindy has an extremely busy career as a Clinic Director for Florida Orthopaedic Institute. She says, “I do not have time to let arthritis hold me back!” With the help of her rheumatologist and a current regimen, Cindy says, “With these therapies I can enjoy spending time with my family, spoiling my adorable grandsons, going on cruises, and cheering on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers!” 

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Ellanora Moates
Systemic Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Youth Honoree

After weeks of fevers, swelling and inability to walk, Ellanora was diagnosed with COVID-19 and was hospitalized with MIS-C and treated with IV-IG and IV steroids. After stopping steroids, inflammation and fevers quickly returned. Ellanora was then diagnosed with systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Her parents are thankful rheumatology at JHACH was involved from the initial diagnosis of the MIS-C. Steroids, injections and infusions were no success. She now takes Xeljanz and Methotrexate and is weaning off Prednisolone. Recently, she’s seen great improvement in mobility and decrease in swelling and flares.

Ellanora loves swimming, aerial yoga, and dance classes. She also does physical therapy. Ellanora is excited to be the Youth Honoree and help spread awareness that Kids Get Arthritis Too!

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