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Contents
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THE BIG
STORY
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Opening Thoughts
Life in General
Volunteer Services
Donations
Employee Excellence
Community Connections
This Just In
The Truth About Allergies
Healthy Buys: Golden Gifts
Quiz: Freak Out or
Chill Out?
52 At a Glance: Smoke Alarm
54 In the Market: Spinach
56 Health by the Numbers:
Focus on Fertility
Studies show
that people often
save the happiest
years for last.
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FEATURES
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The Long View
Despite a serious
eye condition,
actress Judi Dench
is determined
to do what she
loves at age 80
and beyond.
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Age Is Just a Number
Past your prime?
Maybe not. See some
amazing achievements by
older folks.
You: Part 2
Life is full of surprises, and they
don’t stop when you’re on
the other side of 50.
IN EVERY ISSUE
Going Through
the Motions
Our joints endure
a lifetime of bending, twisting and rotating. Here’s how
to keep them in top shape.
Your Last
Chapter:
Expressing
End-of-Life Wishes
It’s something that no one
wants to think about, but
everyone needs to.
Our Health
Matters
Convenient,
affordable screenings provide cost-effective ways
for early detection of heart
disease, cancer and more.
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You Have
Diabetes—
Now What?
MGH is part of a community
education initiative that is
empowering people to manage their disease.
Can too much
gaming cause
osteoarthritis?
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Modern Touch
MGH has completed the
second part of its two-year
renovation project. Take a
look at the new, contemporary finishes in the nursing
stations and patient rooms.
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Opening Thoughts
vim &
vigor
Marion General Hospital
MGH’s
Vision:
To Be the Trusted
Healthcare Partner
of Our Community
President/CEO
Paul L. Usher, FACHE, CPA, FHFMA
Chairman, Board of Directors
Jerome Holderead
President, Medical Staff
Kristine A. Hess, MD
Administrative Director/Medical Staff Services
and Community Outreach
Ann Vermilion, MBA, FACHE
Editor
Terri Couse
Contributing Photographers
Your health matters to us. You are the reason
for our existence. MGH wants to help you
detect health problems early and manage your
overall health. We can help you through our investment in
the following:
• MGH Access: a family practice network of physicians
and nurse practitioners in our MGH Medical Group
located in offices throughout our community (call the
Access Referral Line at 765-660-6444, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.
to 5 p.m., excluding holidays)
• More health screenings at or below competitive prices
• Diabetes education classes at no charge
• Laboratory tests at lowest patient charges, probably in Indiana, for health
screening, diagnosing and monitoring
• Access to your medical records through our patient portals
• Health education through health fairs, community events, newspaper
articles, Vim & Vigor magazine, MGH’s website and more
• Support groups (e.g., Bariatric Group in conjunction with St. Vincent
System, New Mom Group, Reflections)
Eric Marshall, Carl and Allison Saathoff
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Senior Production Manager: Laura Marlowe
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Marion General Hospital
441 N. Wabash Ave., Marion, IN 46952-2690
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Life in General
Tracy Birky, Walgreens
pharmacy technician,
consults with an MGH
patient about his
medication.
MGH and Walgreens
Team Up to Improve
Medication Adherence
Marion General Hospital and Walgreens
have partnered to provide a wellness program focused on medication
adherence. The efforts are designed
to improve health results for people in
our Healthcare Community.
U.S. hospitals report medication nonadherence as one of the biggest challenges they face in reducing preventable
readmissions. It’s common for people
leaving the hospital to be overwhelmed
with the number of new medications
they will need to ensure a good health
result. Consequently, research shows
that more than one in four new prescriptions goes unfilled, and that the
discontinuation of medications among
newly discharged patients leads to an
increased risk for emergency department visits or emergency hospitalization.
To counter this trend, Walgreens
WellTransitions, a pharmacist-driven program, was developed to bring hospitals
and health systems together to reduce
hospital readmission rates, reduce overall healthcare costs, and increase patient
and hospital staff satisfaction.
WellTransitions supports patient
recovery by working directly with
the healthcare team at MGH. A staff
member from the Walgreens pharmacy
on the main MGH campus informs qualified patients and their caregivers about
the benefits of the service while they are
in the hospital. Walgreens also offers
delivery of newly written medications to
the patient’s bedside prior to hospital discharge. Pharmacy staff members coordinate discharge efforts with hospital case
managers and nurses, reviewing any
issues that might delay discharge, such
as prescription coverage.
“Our goal is to help all our patients
get, live and stay well,” says Steve Kroh,
a pharmacist at Walgreens.
Once patients have been discharged,
Walgreens pharmacists call on behalf
of MGH to reaffirm their understanding
of the medication regimen, answer any
questions they have about their care,
and encourage them to follow up with
their regular physicians or specialists.
The program has had a positive effect.
“Partnering with Walgreens ensures
that patients will have the medications
that the provider has prescribed in a
timely manner,” says Arun Tewari, MD,
MGH Hospitalist Program director.
“We know one of the biggest causes
of readmissions is medication errors.
Certainly, being able to have their medications upon disposition and having the
opportunity to ask questions ensures
patient safety and reduces the likelihood
of error. MGH is committed to highquality and safe patient care. This partnership is a means to that end.”
“Our goal is to help all our
patients get, live and stay well.”
—Steve Kroh, Walgreens pharmacist
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Life in General
MGH Welcomes New Practitioners
Martin Pruss, MD
Joan Joyce, MD
Martin Pruss, MD, earned his medical degree from Uniformed Services
University of the Health Sciences
in Bethesda, Md. His residency and
internship were completed at Puget
Sound Family Medicine Residency,
Naval Hospital Bremerton (Wash.).
Dr. Pruss is board certified by the
American Board of Family Medicine.
He joins the talented staff and
practitioners at Family Medicine
Center–South, at 1406 W. Bella Drive
in Marion. Dr. Pruss can be reached
at 765-660-7720.
Joan Joyce, MD, earned her medical degree from the University of
Calgary in Calgary, Alberta. Her
family medicine residency was
completed at McMaster University
in Hamilton, Ontario.
Dr. Joyce is board certified by
the American Board of Family
Medicine and comes to Marion
with 22 years of family practice experience.
She joins the talented staff and
practitioners at Family Medicine
Center–Marion, now in a new
location at 330 N. Wabash Ave.,
Suite 470, Marion. Dr. Joyce can
be reached at 765-660-7630.
Jeffrey W. Miller, DO
Kristine Knapp, MD
Jeffrey W. Miller, DO, earned his
medical degree from Chicago
College of Osteopathic Medicine.
His internship and surgical residency were completed at Detroit
Osteopathic Hospital/Bi-County
Community Hospital.
He joins the talented staff and
surgeons of Marion Surgeons at
330 N. Wabash Ave., Suite 370 in
Marion. Dr. Miller can be reached
at 765-660-7500.
Kristine Knapp, MD, earned her medical degree from Indiana University
School of Medicine in Indianapolis.
She received her bachelor’s degree
in chemistry at Metropolitan State
College of Denver. Her Ob-Gyn
residency was completed at Sparrow
Hospital/Michigan State University in
Lansing, Mich.
Dr. Knapp is board certified by the
American Congress of Obstetricians
and Gynecologists.
She joins the talented staff and
physicians at MGH Obstetrics &
Gynecology at 1419 W. Bella Drive in
Marion. Dr. Knapp can be reached at
765-660-7580.
Aparna Kurup, MD, and Riley Rose, AGACNP-BC, have joined the MGH
Medical Group.
Dr. Kurup earned her medical degree from Rajah Muthiah Medical College
at Annamalai University in Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu, India. Her residency was
completed at St. Mary’s Health Center in St. Louis.
Rose, a board-certified nurse practitioner, received his Master of Science in
Nursing from Indiana University–Indianapolis and his bachelor’s degree from
Indiana University Kokomo.
Both practitioners will be serving patients at skilled nursing facilities in
the area.
Aparna Kurup, MD
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Riley Rose, AGACNP-BC
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Back row, from left: Ed Keppler,
MD; William Granger, MD; Karen
Jacobs, DO; Deputy Chief David
Day; Capt. Steve Scott; and
Deputy Chief Cliff Sessoms. Front:
Officer Joel Thomas, handler, with
K-9 Officer Azzuan.
Medical Staff Raises
Funds for K-9 Officer
In August, the Grant County Medical Society presented a check to the Marion Police Department’s
K-9 unit to be used toward the purchase of the
K-9 corps’ newest member, a Belgian Malinois
named Azzuan.
William Granger, MD, president of the medical
society, originally was asked to help purchase dog
food for the K-9 unit, as the vast majority of food is
bought with donations from the local community.
After a small amount of money was raised,
however, Karo, one of the K-9 officers, died of lymphoma. Seeing that there was an even greater need
at that point, Dr. Granger and Capt. Steve Scott, head
of the K-9 unit, agreed to expand the fundraiser.
Dr. Granger arranged for the medical society, along
with Karen Jacobs, DO, and Ed Keppler, MD, to match
all donations from the medical staff up to a limit.
With over 90 percent participation from the medical
staff, the final donation total was $3,570, just about
half the cost to replace the K-9 officer.
Dr. Granger believes this is a worthy cause
because of all the work the K-9 officers do in drug
interdiction in Grant County and surrounding areas.
“Drug abuse is a major problem, and the medical
society supports everything that will mitigate this
problem,” he says. “We salute the JEAN [Joint Effort
Against Narcotics] Team and the K-9 unit for their
dedication and commitment to the war on drugs.”
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Volunteer Services
Join Us at Our
Fundraisers
Dorinda
Turner
A message from MGH Auxiliary president Dorinda Turner
It is an honor and a pleasure to
serve as president of the MGH
Auxiliary. Joining me on the board are
Karen Koontz, vice president; Carol
Davis, secretary; Susie Vermilion, treasurer, and 17 others.
Our goal throughout the year is to
have monthly fundraisers to support
the hospital as we move forward with
the renovation. We hosted the Eastern
Indiana Hospital Auxiliary Association
and participated in the state convention,
hearing many great suggestions for
additional fundraisers.
Since January 2014, we have provided the South Marion Medical Park
with children’s tables and chairs,
Northwood Medical Center with
three wheelchairs, and the hospital
nursery with 20 bassinets. We invite
everyone to attend our fundraisers,
as I’m sure you will find something for
yourself or maybe a gift for a friend
or relative. n
GIVE
Be a Part
of Our Team
Call Sheila Stewart at
765-660-6410 to learn about
the many volunteer opportunities available at MGH.
Volunteering Helps Others—and You By Sheila Stewart
Would you like to add more meaning to your life? Would you
world’s problems and those who are working to solve those
like to do something that is satisfying and of great service to
problems. Teens who volunteer are more likely to feel connected
your community? Then call me and become a Marion General
to their community, do better in school and go on to obtain a
Hospital volunteer!
college degree, and they are less likely to engage in risky behavior.
There’s more to volunteering than meets the eye. Research
And volunteer experience looks great on a college application!
shows that it can help you live longer and happier, since helping
In addition to the health benefits and personal satisfaction
others benefits the heart and mind. Volunteering can be espeyou derive from volunteering, you will enjoy free parking, a free
cially valuable to seniors, who face change, loss and illness more
meal, service awards and leadership opportunities.
frequently than young people. It is sometimes hard to adjust to
Because MGH volunteers are required to meet many of the
retirement after decades of work-centered life, and volunteering same standards as hospital staff, it will take approximately three
can provide purpose, worthwhile work and an opportunity to
to four weeks to begin your volunteer experience. To ensure
make a difference in the lives of others.
the safety of our patients and staff, all
It helps seniors make new friends and
prospective volunteers must complete a
stay connected to our community. With
health screening, which includes tubera lifetime of expertise and experience to
culosis status and a check for immunity
share, seniors make great volunteers.
to certain diseases; reference checks; a
But volunteering is not just for seniors.
criminal history background check proAnyone who is at least 16 years old may
cessed by the Indiana State Police; and
volunteer in many areas of the hospital.
orientation and training.
Volunteering can expand people’s underThrough your gift of time, we are able
standing of the lives of others and give
to support the health and well-being of
Mary Jane Pernod (left) and Ilse
them a different perspective on the
our community.
Meurs volunteer in the MGH gift shop.
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DONATIONS
MGH MEMORIAL GARDEN
Honoring former MGH employees, physicians and volunteers
The Marion General Hospital
Memorial Garden, in the courtyard west of the cafeteria, was built in
memory of former Plant Engineering
Supervisor Fred Gause and made possible by a generous donation and support
from the MGH Auxiliary. The garden
honors MGH employees, physicians and
volunteers who have passed away, by
displaying their names and departments
on engraved bricks set around the base
of a tranquil fountain.
Honored as of press time are:
• John T. Irwin, maintenance
• Nancy A. Pyle, educational services
• Lora Nell Spence, volunteer ■
GIVE
Purchase a
Memorial Brick
Bricks to honor MGH
employees, physicians and
volunteers who have passed
away can be purchased for
a minimum donation of $25.
Call Volunteer Services at
765-660-6410 for more
information.
MARION GENERAL HOSPITAL
ENDOWMENT FUND
Memorial garden
supporters attend
a ceremony every
year during National
Hospital Week.
In 1994, the Marion General Hospital Endowment Fund was started to accept donations
to support the hospital’s mission and vision for our
Healthcare Community. Donations to the fund are
sincerely appreciated. Call 765-662-0065 or mail to:
The Marion General Hospital Endowment Fund
Community Foundation of Grant County, Indiana Inc.
505 W. Third St.
Marion, IN 46952
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EMPLOYEE EXCELLENCE
Purpose
Worthwhile
work
Making a
difference
FEATURED
HEADLIGHTER
WHO’S LIGHTING
THE HALLS OF MGH?
Marion General Hospital honors its employees who
embrace the spirit of service excellence through its
Headlighter program. Here are MGH’s most recent employees
who earned the distinction.
Headlighters
• Carol
Gary, environmental services
Hearn, cardiovascular lab
• Kelly Lemons, laboratory ■
• Tracey
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KELLY LEMONS,
LABORATORY,
REACHES ACROSS
DEPARTMENTS
FOR EQUIPMENT
INSTALLATION
Kelly was instrumental in the
purchase and implementation
of the respiratory department
point-of-care blood gas system. She was patient,
helpful and understanding. She worked to set up
orientation sessions and write the policies related to
this new equipment.
Always friendly and helpful, Kelly reached out to staff
members to ensure a smooth transition. She called in
on weekends and off-shifts to check on the implementation. She answered questions timely and courteously.
Kelly also developed a spreadsheet for monitoring
the receipt of point-of-care supplies and quality-control
procedures, all the while patiently working with staff
members to gain their understanding of monitoring this
important process for reporting to regulating bodies.
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Modern
Touch
Remodeled patient rooms and nursing stations
feature contemporary finishes by Terri Couse
M
arion General Hospital patients
and visitors have taken note of the
construction and renovation project
underway at MGH. In late August,
the first newly remodeled nursing unit opened with
a fresh look.
The complete remodel features new, contemporary finishes of floors, walls, cabinetry, nursing
stations and medical staff areas. Modern furniture
adds beauty and functionality. Plus, artwork curated
from MGH’s Call for Art Program adorns the rooms
and hallways.
The room upgrades and new technology are aimed
at making MGH more efficient and environmentally
friendly, and, most important, continue the hospital’s tradition of providing the most advanced and
comprehensive care in the region.
photo by thinkstock
Enhanced Patient Experience
“The rooms on 5-West are beautiful and up to date
with the modern times. I personally think the
patient bathrooms are beautiful; they would
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rival any high-end hotel,” says Matthew
Ramey, administrative director, medical/surgical and telemetry. “The layout
of the room is not only functional for
the staff but also for the families of the
patients. The furniture in the rooms is
inviting for visitors, as well.”
MGH’s efforts are designed with
patient experience and convenience as
the top priority. In addition to excellent
staff and physicians, a hospital’s look and
feel can truly boost patients’ confidence
in the care they are receiving. In other
words, pleasant rooms—particularly
private rooms—aren’t only more comfortable. They’re therapeutic.
“The layout of the room is great. It has
a modern feel, very aesthetically pleasing,” notes Patricia Soultz, RN, unit shift
manager, medical/surgical/orthopedics.
“The design team took the time to get
everything thought out with regard to
color schemes and furniture. They did
a wonderful job.”
A Symbol of Dedication
From Patricia Soultz, RN,
unit shift manager, medical/surgical/orthopedics
“The laminate flooring has a quieter feel to it;
therefore, noise level is kept low. Enhanced
lighting in the rooms and corridors also help
make for a better patient and family experience.”
“The newly designed wall unit is much
like what is already in critical care, with
medical equipment that might be needed.”
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background photo by thinkstock
MGH is dressing up to enter a new era
in healthcare. Modern design and technology are essential, but so is a personal
and professional touch.
All of the improvements for the
hospital—current and future—will help
solidify MGH as a leading healthcare
provider in the area. This eight-phase
project began in February 2014 and will
take about two years to complete.
Everyone involved is excited to see
the project move forward and believes
the community will be equally pleased
with the new patient rooms. Once the
last of the work is completed, these
units will serve as a reminder of the
level of dedication MGH has in providing quality patient care. n
First Look at
the Remodel
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“Everyone has been
very pleased with
the remodel of the
bathrooms. They have
been reconfigured
with corner sinks, all
tile and mirror. They
are more spacious
with a little easier flow
and seem to fit nicely
for our patients.”
Along with the updated patient rooms, the nursing
stations have a more modern look, as well.
IMPROVEMENTS
DON’T STOP WITH
PATIENT ROOMS
Marion General Hospital’s new nursing stations let staff members monitor patients
more efficiently, reducing the likelihood of
mistakes, and also offer a higher level of
technology, security, privacy and comfort
for patients and their families.
For instance, a cabinet that holds personal
protective equipment (PPE) such as gowns
and gloves is now a few feet inside the room
rather than on a cart in the hallway, allowing staff members to put on their PPE as
they enter.
WEBSITE
Want to Know
the Latest on the
Renovation?
BACKGROUND PHOTO BY THINKSTOCK
“The patients’ families have commented
on how much they like the sofas. With the
press of a button, they can turn the sofa
into a sleeper bed and sleep there if they
choose to stay with the patient.”
Stay up to date with the latest
developments from Marion
General Hospital. Go to
www.mgh.net and browse
the home page.
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Convenient, affordable screenings help keep you well
CALL
Take Charge
of Your Health
Schedule your hospital
screening appointment
today! Call
765-660-MGH8
(6448) or toll-free
844-712-0095.
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MGH now offers affordable and convenient health screenings at the hospital and
in the community (see sidebar) that could
save your life. Why wonder if you are at
risk when you could know?
Hospital screenings are designed to provide cost-effective ways for early detection
of heart disease and some cancers. They
are available without a physician order.
Hospital screenings include:
Cardiovascular Screening.
Carotid ultrasound screen, abdominal aortic ultrasound screen, ankle-brachial index,
blood pressure and heart rhythm strip. $99.
Cardiovascular Screening Plus.
Carotid ultrasound screen, abdominal aortic ultrasound screen, ankle-brachial index,
blood pressure, heart rhythm strip and
cardiac CT scan calcium score. $138.
Heart Screening. Cardiac CT scan
calcium score. $49.
Lung Screening. Lung CT scan. $99.
Prostate Screening Plus. MRI of
the prostate. $388.
Many Benefits
Hospital screenings are available Monday
through Friday by appointment. Results are
sent directly to the patient. For people who
do not have a physician, MGH will assist in
obtaining one. Other benefits of the hospital
screenings are:
• One number to call
• Flexible spending accounts may be used
to pay for exams
• One bill
• No physician order necessary
“I’ve enjoyed working with our MGH
health screening and wellness team,” says
Melo-Dee Collins, administrative director,
cardiovascular service line. “I believe we
have created affordable tests and packages
that are tailored to individual needs. We
have made it convenient and flexible for
people with busy schedules and easy for
them to take the information to their primary care providers for follow-up.”
A health screening is a proactive step
toward staying healthy. It allows you to
find out whether you have a disease or a
condition before you might have signs or
symptoms. Early detection, followed by
treatment and good control of the condition, can result in better overall health. n
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photo by thinkstock
Marion General Hospital wants to be a leader in
promoting health and wellness in our community.
By providing affordable health screenings, patient
education, and assistance in securing a routine
primary care provider, the hospital is helping you be
proactive in maintaining your health and wellness.
LOW-COST
SCREENINGS
IN THE
COMMUNITY
In addition to screenings on
its campuses, Marion General
Hospital offers discount lab tests
and osteoporosis screenings at
various events in the community.
These include:
3 Lipid profile (fasting)
3 Glucose (fasting)
3 Diabetes screening (A1c)
3 PSA (prostate cancer screening)
3 Thyroid (TSH)
3 Anemia
3 Sickle cell
3 Occult blood
3 Bone density (osteoporosis)
Visit www.mgh.net for locations
and times.
THE ADVANTAGES ARE CLEAR
MGH Community
Hospital
Screenings
Mobile
Company
Screenings
Local certified professionals
Results accessible in the electronic
medical records for local providers
Services to locate physicians if
patients do not have one
Privacy of a hospital setting
Convenient scheduled times
No herding or assembly lines of
examinations
PHOTO BY THINKSTOCK
CT screenings for lung cancer or
heart disease
Year-round—not just special events
Critical results communicated
immediately
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Sobering
Diabetes Stats
• Lowers life expectancy by up to
15 years
You Have
Diabetes—
Now What?
Program empowers people to manage
their disease by Kelley Hochstetler, MA, MT(ASCP),
Community Education Coordinator
T
he Grant County Community
Health Profile (CHP) of 2013
defined the story of diabetes
in the county and the strong
need to take action to stop the disease.
Marion General Hospital is taking action!
The MGH administration and board
of directors recognize the challenges
of diabetes and are leading a campaign to decrease new diagnoses and
reduce complications.
Through the CEASE Diabetes campaign, MGH is striving to unite and
empower the community to make a
significant and measurable impact on
diabetes. A plan was designed with
CALL
Be Ready to
CEASE Diabetes!
For more information about
MGH’s CEASE Diabetes
campaign or to get involved,
call Kelley Hochstetler at
765-660-7204, or email her at
kelley.hochstetler@mgh.net.
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input from healthcare professionals,
community leaders, parish nurses,
social agencies, employers and people
with diabetes.
Measurable Impact
In a report titled “The Burden of
Diabetes,” the state of Indiana pointed
out that the cost of diabetes is far
beyond just medical. According to the
report, diabetes care in our state is
$4 billion annually!
When diabetes is controlled, however, people take less time off work, are
more productive, spend more time with
children and grandkids, perform better in class, are more active in churches
and social organizations, and overall
contribute to making Grant County and
Indiana a better place to live.
The CHP data show that people with
diabetes who complete formal diabetes
and nutritional education have significantly more control over the disease and
less risk for complications. Therefore,
CEASE Diabetes aims to:
• Increase the number of people with
diabetes who check their feet every day
• Increase the number of people with
diabetes who have comprehensive foot
checks by medical professionals annually
• Increases risk for heart disease
2 to 4 times
• Leading cause of kidney failure,
lower-limb amputations and
adult-onset blindness
• Increase
the number of people with
diabetes who have a dilated eye exam
yearly
• Increase the number of referrals
to MGH’s Diabetes Self-Management
Education Program (accredited by the
American Diabetes Association)
Implementation
The CEASE Diabetes campaign comprises three phases.
Phase I is to develop an internal
program that ensures all people who
have diabetes, especially those with
a new diagnosis, are empowered to
maximize their options for care. The
Healthcare Community will focus on
holistic interventions for inpatients
and outpatients.
Phase II is to assemble an external
team of partners from the community. Area clinics, primary care
providers, school nurses, social
service agencies, health departments and universities are all
involved in caring for people
with diabetes. Ongoing collaborative and cooperative networks
are being established with them.
Phase III is to work with area
podiatrists, eye care specialists and
employers to provide the tools for
people with diabetes to take charge
of their health.
MGH knows that we need to work
together to help the people who have
diabetes and ultimately prevent people from developing it in the first place.
The CEASE Diabetes campaign is a
great first step toward that goal. n
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Class Schedule
Marion General Hospital’s Diabetes—Now What? class is for people who have diabetes and their
families to receive comprehensive education about the disease. A 40-minute introduction session
is provided at no charge.
Average annual
healthcare cost for a
person with diabetes
in Indiana is $11,744,
compared with
$2,935 for a person
without diabetes.
For more information or questions about the class schedule, call Kim Jeffries at 765-660-6690.
Date
Location
Time
Location
Time
Feb. 19
Northwood Medical Center
1:30 p.m.
Pence-Davis Medical Center
3 p.m.
Feb. 26
South Marion Medical Park
1:30 p.m.
Gas City Medical Center
3 p.m.
March 12
Northwood Medical Center
1:30 p.m.
Pence-Davis Medical Center
3 p.m.
March 19
South Marion Medical Park
1:30 p.m.
Gas City Medical Center
3 p.m.
April 9
Northwood Medical Center
1:30 p.m.
Pence-Davis Medical Center
3 p.m.
April 23
South Marion Medical Park
1:30 p.m.
Gas City Medical Center
3 p.m.
May 14
Northwood Medical Center
1:30 p.m.
Pence-Davis Medical Center
3 p.m.
May 28
South Marion Medical Park
1:30 p.m.
Gas City Medical Center
3 p.m.
June 11
Northwood Medical Center
1:30 p.m.
Pence-Davis Medical Center
3 p.m.
June 25
South Marion Medical Park
1:30 p.m.
Gas City Medical Center
3 p.m.
“Coming together
is a beginning.
Keeping together
is progress.
Working together
is success.”
—Henry Ford
photo by thinkstock
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Community Connections
website
For More
Information
To register or learn more
about our programs, please call
the numbers listed or visit our
website at www.mgh.net.
Events & Activities
Continuous education programs/support groups
Classes
Diabetes
Classes are offered
monthly. Physician
referral is required.
For more information,
call diabetes education
at 765-660-6690.
Classes provided in
conjunction with
Family Service Society
Inc. Classes are
held at various times
throughout each
month. Please call
765-660-7893 or visit
www.mgh.net for
more information.
Support Groups
(All support groups
are free)
New Mom Group
A safe place to find support from other new
and expectant mothers.
Infant weight checks,
feeding and nutrition,
safety issues and postpartum depression
Reflections
Cancer support group.
Call 765-660-6555.
Bariatric
Support Group
Support group for
individuals who have
had bariatric surgery
or are interested in
bariatric surgery, as
well as those who are
participating or wish to
participate in medically
supervised weight loss.
Call 765-660-7133 for
more information.
Dates: Meets the
third Thursday of
each month (does not
meet in December)
Time: 6:30–8 p.m.
Location: MGH 330
Building, Conference
Rooms 1–2, 330 N.
Wabash Ave.
Community
Service
Car Seat Safety
Free service for parents and caregivers
for inspection, fitting
and instructions on
proper installation of
a child car seat. (Both
child and car seat must
be at inspection.)
Call 765-660-6860 for
appointment.
Date/Time:
By appointment only
Location:
MGH Parking Garage,
441 N. Wabash Ave. n
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Prenatal
Education
are just a few of
the topics covered.
Refreshments available.
Call 765-660-6860.
Dates: Meets every
Tuesday
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Location:
MGH Fifth Floor,
441 N. Wabash Ave.
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