The Bruce Underkoffler Neuroscience Brain Cancer Fund
Benefiting Brain Cancer Patient's
Mischer Neuroscience, Memorial Herman, The Woodlands, Texas
About Bruce
Bruce graduated from Lehigh University, having earned Highest Honors / Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial & Systems Engineering. He was inducted into Tau Beta Pi (The National Engineering Honor Society), Alpha Pi Mu and was a Senior Member of the Institute of Industrial Engineers. Bruce’s professional career began with Mobil Oil Corporation where he met his wife, Susanne. He continued with ExxonMobil Corporation, retiring in April 2020,following a devastating diagnosis of a globlastoma brain tumor. Throughout his career he worked in Mobil Exploration & Producing, Mobil Research & Development,Wholesale Plant Engineering, U.S. Marketing & Refining, Supply Chain Management, Joint Ventures Operations, Plant Design and Financial Analysis, in addition to; operating as Manager of Refining & Supply Global Remediation for 28 Countries/Americas South, U.S. Field Asset Service Manager, ExxonMobil Global Acquisitions/Trades/Sales Consultant, Worldwide Environmental Emergency Response Team Member and as a ATS Global Commercial Advisor.
Bruce was loved and admired by his peers.
Mr. Bruce A. Underkoffler
We bring together generous donors, business owners and community leaders. We build local connections, while raising money and awareness in support of our Woodlands community neurological medical staff at Mischer Neuroscience, for brain cancer technology and patient care advancements.
* All donations are securely managed by the Memorial Hermann Foundation.
A Fund Created Through Gratitude, Compassion, and Experience
The Bruce Underkoffler Neuroscience Brain Cancer Fund was established after Bruce and his family experienced firsthand the extraordinary care provided by the medical team at Mischer Neuroscience, Memorial Hermann Medical Center in The Woodlands.
Following Bruce’s journey, his family recognized a need to support not only advanced medical technology, but also the patients, caregivers, and families navigating the physical and emotional challenges of brain cancer.
Purpose
Supporting wellness, neuroscience innovation, and survivorship care initiatives that enhance patient experience and inspire gratitude-driven philanthropy throughout the community.
Honoring a Legacy
In loving memory of Bruce Underkoffler, the fund established in his honor continues to touch lives, inspire generosity, and sustain programs that bring comfort and hope to patients and families across the Memorial Hermann System.
Katie, Bruce, Christian and Susanne Underkoffler
https://memorialhermann.org/foundation/tributes-gifts/underkoffler
underkofflerfund@gmail.com
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The Bruce Underkoffler Neuroscience Brain Cancer Fund Impact
Your gift and the giving of others in Bruce's memory-continues to inspire our physicians and teams. It not only enhances patient care but also helps staff recognize other grateful patient families, creating a ripple effect of philanthropy throughout the hospital. Through this ongoing legacy, Bruce's life continues to uplift others-fueling compassion, excellence, and hope for generations to come.
Enhancing Surgical Accuracy
The fund purchased valuable surgery software and equipment which significantly defines the tumor margins, during surgery.
George Al Shamy, MD/Neurosurgeon, Susanne Underkoffler/ Neuro Symposium
Empowering First Responders
The fund sponsored a Neuro Symposium at Sam Houston College - which provided a platform for neurological physicians to share lifesaving methods with first responders; including Life Flight helicopter teams.
Trauma-Informed Wellness Programs
The fund sponsors a restorative Yoga class, led by a Trauma- informed instructor, designed especially for care givers to reduce stress and promote recovery from the physical and emotional challenges which many families experience when caring for loved ones.
A Brain Tumor Diagnosis Changes Everything
A brain tumor diagnosis instantly alters the course of a family’s life.
In a matter of moments, families are faced with overwhelming and deeply personal decisions — often without knowing whether surgery will bring recovery, permanent neurological damage, or the heartbreaking reality of an inoperable tumor.
Even after surgery, the journey is far from over. Many patients endure weeks — sometimes months — of intensive rehabilitation, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and physical therapy. The road forward requires strength, resilience, and unwavering support.
At Mischer Neuroscience Associates and TIRR Memorial Hermann, patients and families are surrounded by an integrated team of physicians, nurses, and therapists who work together with a shared purpose: to provide advanced, compassionate neurological care. Through clinical expertise and innovative technology, they help shine a light forward during one of life’s most uncertain seasons.
This is why The Bruce Underkoffler Neuroscience Brain Cancer Fund continues its vital mission.
Your support helps empower dedicated medical professionals to combine leading-edge treatment with genuine compassion — ensuring that every patient receives not only exceptional care, but also hope.
This is the care our family experienced at Memorial Hermann.
And this is the mission we are committed to advancing.
Please Donate Today
Susanne Underkoffler, Founder & Executive Director
For Questions Contact: underkofflerfund@gmail.com
The Bruce Underkoffler Neuroscience Brain Cancer Fund
Benefiting brain cancer patients and their families
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