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Dr. ANDREW EGOL Dr. Andrew Egol, 60, of Pembroke Pines, FL, passed away Thursday, August 19, 2010 at his home, surrounded by love and support. Beloved fiancee of Valerie Carver, cherished father to Jessica (Jeffrey) Adelman and Jared Egol, adored Papa to grandchildren Benjamin and Jacob Adelman, diligent brother to Lewis and Mandy Egol, bright-smiled support to numerous friends and relatives near and far, and angel to the countless individuals who received his care in the hospital. He was a steadfast clinician, a marksman with differential diagnosis and a human of inextinguishable warmth. He earned his D.O. at the Chicago School of Osteopathic Medicine, completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Brown University, and did a Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh. He moved to Miami in 1982 to work at Baptist Hospital of Miami, where he became one of the preeminent authorities on the ethics of medical futility and end-of-life care. He was active in the field he loved, saving lives at Wellington Regional up until the last month of his own. Never far from his inner child, he balanced his years of long hours and commitments to medical emergency with a tireless passion for family, diners, movies, comic books, doo wop and laughter. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made in Loving Memory of Dr. Andrew Egol c/o Memorial Foundation, MHW Oncology, 3711 Garfield Street, Hollywood FL 33021. A celebration of life service will take place 4:00 PM Wednesday, August 25 at Levitt-Weinstein Memorial Chapel, 3201 NW 72nd Avenue, Hollywood, FL 33024. To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries
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David Ryon
August 17, 2021
As I get ready to turn 60 myself, I recall what a special day that was when Andy took me, an unknown critical care doc just starting out, to a classic diner diner w aluminum siding near the SCCM convention where we had met. There we both had burgers and talked about critical care leadership in community hospitals. It was an inspiring day and the kind of experience I like to pay forward.
Linda
July 2, 2015
Rest in peace Andy.
David Ryon
September 14, 2010
Andy reached out and gave me a chance to work on projects through the Society of Critical Care Medicine, just to be helpful. He was an expert in what he did, but worked in the background doing stuff like this to help others. A really nice guy... I'll remember him fondly.
Charlotte Dison
September 13, 2010
Andy was the consummate critical care physician. He was a leader in this field, being the third to become the Director of Critical Care Medicine at Baptist Hospital.
Professionaly he was totally devoted to this specialty. With his leadership we were on the forefront. He led the way in implementing the Apache scoring system for critically ill. Early on he recognized the potential of computers, developing a patient information kiosk for the families of patients. He was key in supporting the annual critical care patient reunion, bringing patients and familes who had gone through critical care together for a celebration of their recovery.
He had a keen interest in medical ethics, serving on the ethics committee. He attended an ethics developmental program at the University of Virginia along with a nurse who became our first "Nurse Ethicist".
His leaving us so soon is a great loss.
Health care and those of us who knew him are enriched by his having come our way.
My condolences to his family and fiance.
God bless,
Charlotte C Dison, RN
Chief Nurse Executive, retired
Baptist Hospital of Miami
Magali Torres
September 7, 2010
I'm extremely saddened to hear of Dr. Egol's passing. I didn't have the privilege of meeting him in person but he recently contacted me via email with interest in purchasing one of my paintings. In our last communication I let him know that I wanted to send the painting to him as a gift of healing but unfortunately I didn't hear back from him. If anyone can have his fiancee or a member of the family contact me at [email protected] I would love to give the painting to his family as it was something he really wanted. God Bless.
Dan Thompson
September 7, 2010
I am saddened to hear of Andy's passing, as I remember him well from Pitt and as an always happy face at the SCCM meetings. I will miss seeing him there.
David Beede
September 6, 2010
WOW;I can only hope my family/friends can give similar accolades about me when my time is up:)....Dr. Egol[who I knew as "andy"]was so humble that "I" never knew he was a doctor;we were simply friends,on equal footing.
Prasanna Simha M
September 6, 2010
Andy was a member of CCML whom I was priveleged to interact with.He will be missed
Jack Aman
September 6, 2010
I corresponded professionally with Andy several times and was struck by his willingness to help a stranger he had never met. I'm very sorry he's gone.
August 26, 2010
I wil always remember Dr. Egol as the person who took me under his wing when I started at the Stat Lab at Baptist in 1986. He expected nothing less than the very best from his staff, which pushed us to strive for excellance in care. He always took the time to teach and always encouraged me to keep learning. Thank you Dr. Egol
Lucy Escobar Miami, Fl
Steve McEllin
August 25, 2010
Dr. Egol was a tireless advocate for critical care medicine and intensivists. He'll be missed.
Cousin Andy, you will be missed.
Amy Glasser
August 25, 2010
Audrey Wellham
August 24, 2010
Dr. Egol will be deeply missed for those of us who had the pleasure of working with him at Baptist Hospital in Miami during his 20+ year tenure. I was among one of the very fortunate nurses that he molded in his likeness. He expected excellence and that is what we became. He was ahead of his time in evidenced based medicine and ran the ICU extremely efficiently. I will miss him because he listened to our dreams for the future, had fun and expertly guided us through medical experiences he so willingly shared his knowledge. My heart and prayers go out to his family, fiance and friends who he shared so many wonderful stories about. He made an impression on so many in so few years. I will cherish all the memories.
August 24, 2010
Just a thought on Dr. Andrew Egol who contributed much and was taken too soon.
I knew them once very well
through memories of times and places spent,
through myriads of conversations remembered.
Time spent telling and retelling
hopes and ambitions, feelings and futures.
Validating moments-
shaping who we were, and who we would become.
It was all important then.
But with time, circumstances become different, memories become encumbered.
I no longer know them today.
Yet, those moments remain even more important- now.
Lisa Colsky, Miami, Florida
Steven Meyerson, M.D.
August 24, 2010
I knew Andy when he directed the ICU at Baptist Hospital. I remember him as a thoughtful and caring physician who looked deeper than every day medical management. I admired his intellect as well as his compassion. I am so sorry to hear that he is gone.
Valerie Carver
August 24, 2010
Valerie Carver
August 24, 2010
Valerie Carver
August 24, 2010
paige macdermott
August 24, 2010
i remember andy as a decent "cool" kid who never lauded his"coolness" over us kids who were not cool ..... i don't think andy ever knew he was "cool" he just was a good guy............
Linda Ferrante
August 23, 2010
Rare are the moments in life when a person enters yours and leaves you with everlasting memories.
That person for me was Andrew Egol.
When I think of him a million great qualities come to mind.
I admired his dedication to his patients.
I admired him for the great love in his heart for his children Jessica and Jared.
I admired his love for life and never forgetting how to have fun.
When I think of Andy, I think of how fortunate I am to have known him.
Hold close to your heart those memories and he will never be gone.
Andy and his circle of many friends at age 17
steve tarde
August 23, 2010
I echo the words of my classmate Katie. Andy had a wide circle of friends. I met Andy when we were both 6 years old and we bonded instantly. It is my great regret that we did not rekindle that once strong friendship. We have an extraordinary class. Many of us have remained friends for over 40 years. Andy will be greatly missed.
Edith Black
August 23, 2010
Andy was a wonderful person. He was my youngest cousin. I remember when he was born and he always had a beautiful smile. He was thoughtful and kind. He will be missed by everyone he touched. - Cousin Edee
Andy's graduation photo
Katie Fahnestock Kingston
August 23, 2010
There is an overwhelming show of sadness & affection in the Walt Whitman High School Class of 1968 group. Andy made a lot of friends and was universally admired. We wish all healing & wonderful memories to his dear family & friends - Katie Fahnestock Kingston, for Class of 1968 WWHS
Joanne Byron-Buchanan
August 23, 2010
The world of medicine and the families he served have lost a caring and compassionate physician. It may be said that Dr. Andy Egol made a significant professional impact which will not be lost. The Byron-Buchanan family wish to express our profound sadness and sympathy in the loss of a father, fiance, physician, and friend.
August 23, 2010
The Mackey Family was blessed and fortunate to have known Andy. We honor the years of cherished memories. His smile, laugh and kindness will be missed...Peace and much love.
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