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March 30, 2025
Earlier this month, the LuskinOIC Foundation received a third distribution from the Tigner and Gibson Estate. After discussions with the family, the $20,000 donation was designated to support the purchase of a Siemens MRI for LuskinOIC’s Advanced Imaging Center. Currently, pediatric patients face an average wait time of 2.5 months for an MRI due to limited Medi-Cal-approved providers. Last year alone, LuskinOIC patients waited a total of 59,500 days for their MRI.
Delays in diagnosis can disrupt healing, keeping children on the sidelines for months. That’s why LuskinOIC is raising funds to build an Advanced Imaging Center to address this disparity. The families of Evert Tigner and Ian Gibson, longtime LuskinOIC donors, saw the impact this MRI could make and chose to allocate their gift toward its purchase.
For more information about making an estate gift, contact Vice President Michael Sullivan at MichaelSullivan@mednet.ucla.edu.
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.