to Your Future Hospital - Orange Regional Medical Center
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to Your Future Hospital - Orange Regional Medical Center
yourhealth t h e m a g a z i n e f o r h e a l t h y l i v i n g s pring2007 Stroke Know How to Beat the Odds Helping Hands in Times of Illness Welcome to Your Future Hospital Member of NewYork Presbyterian Healthcare System Community Events Member of NewYork Presbyterian Healthcare System ORANGE COUNTY HEART WALK 2007 MS WALK THE ORANGE CLASSIC 10K Saturday, April 21 Sunday, May 6 RACE WEEKEND Minisink Valley High School, Slate Hill Heritage Trail, Goshen Saturday, June 9 and Sunday, June 10 For more information, please call the American For more information, please call the Carpenter Avenue near the Alto Music Heart Association at (845) 342-1115. National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Southern parking lot, Middletown New York Chapter at (914) 694-1655. Classic 10K Road Race, Rowley 5K Race and MARCH OF DIMES WALK AMERICA Walk, Junior Classic, Health & Wellness Sunday, April 29 Y2KIDS: CAREERS FROM A TO Z Expo and Food Classic. Proceeds benefit Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, Tuesday, May 15 and Wednesday, May 16 Orange Regional Medical Center. For more Central Valley U.S. Army 2nd Aviation Detachment, information, log onto www.classic10k.com. For more information, please call the March of Stewart International Airport, Dimes Hudson Valley Division New Windsor ORANGE REGIONAL MEDICAL at (845) 454-8850. Students ages 9–14, their parents, and teachers CENTER 2007 GOLF CLASSIC learn about various careers at this hands-on, Monday, June 18 ARTHRITIS WALK interactive career exploration event. Career Orange County Golf Course and Saturday, May 5 specialists from A to Z will be on hand for Otterkill Country Club SUNY Orange, 115 South Street, questions and demonstrations. Benefiting Orange Regional Medical Middletown For more information, contact Center’s Comprehensive Cancer Care Program. For more information, please call the Alanna Smith, Orange-Ulster Boces, at For more information, please call the Arthritis Foundation, New York Chapter (845) 291-0318 or asmith@ouboces.org. Orange Regional Medical Center Foundation at (212) 984-8708. at (845) 294-2135. Welcome to Your Future Hospital Table of Contents 10 4 Introducing Our New Palliative Care Program Stroke: Know How to Beat the Odds 12 6 Expanding to Meet Your Needs An Insider’s Look at the Peter Frommer, M.D. Heart Center 8 In Case of Emergency 14 Your Health is published by the Public Relations & Marketing Department of Orange Regional Medical Center. This publication in no way seeks to serve as a substitute for professional medical care. Consult your physician before undertaking any form of medical treatment or adopting any new exercise or dietary routine. For more information about support groups, health screenings and hospital services; to find a physician; register for health education classes; or to be added to our mailing list, call us toll-free at 1-888-321-ORMC (6762) or visit us online at www.ormc.org. 2 Your Health | Spring 2007 An Answer to O S�ee� D�so��e�s ur community is resting easier thanks to Orange Regional Medical Center and the Center for Sleep Medicine at the Arden Hill Campus in Goshen. The Center for Sleep Medicine is a state-of-the-art facility that offers the latest technology in diagnosing sleep disorders in a comfortable setting. If you’re experiencing trouble sleeping, a polysomnogram (sleep study) is a painless, non-invasive test that will help diagnose a possible sleep disorder. While you sleep, specially trained technicians monitor breathing, heart rate, blood/oxygen level, eye movement, muscle tone and other factors. Your physician then receives a written report of the sleep study results, the results are explained and treatment options are discussed. ■ The Perfect Recipe for S��e� D�e�ms L ack of sleep negatively impacts productivity, concentration and mood. According to the National Institutes of Health, 70 million Americans suffer from some form of sleep disorder. Maximize your “downtime” with these tips for a better night’s sleep: • Sleep in a moderate to cool room that blocks light and sound. • Wind down 30 minutes before bed with a relaxing activity. • Eat dinner at least two hours before bedtime. • Avoid stimulants (caffeine and nicotine) and sedatives (beer, wine and liquor) just before bed. • Exercise no later than three hours before bedtime. • Nap no later than 3 p.m. • If you’re not asleep within 20 minutes of lying down, get up and do something relaxing, such as meditation or breathing exercises, before returning to bed. ■ ...zzzzzz Spring Fast Forward E ach spring, Americans adjust to the loss of sleep caused by Daylight Savings Time (DST). Traditionally, we “spring forward” at 2 a.m. on the first Sunday of April. Beginning this year, a new schedule was put into effect due to a federal bill. The Energy Policy Act of 2005 passed in hopes of seeing a positive impact on the amount of energy the nation consumes. This year, we moved our clocks forward on the second Sunday in March (March 11) and do not “fall back” until the first Sunday in November (November 4). The assumption is that four weeks of longer daylight hours will help us increase energy savings. ■ If you find yourself unable to adjust to the change or have constant problems with sleeplessness, call our Center for Sleep Medicine at (845) 294-4857. z z zzz z z z zzzzzzzz www.ormc.org | Spring 2007 3 Welcome artist’s rendering artist’s rendering Comfort and coziness while welcoming babies into the world will be key in our maternity suites. A fitness track will enhance the advanced care provided by Orange Regional’s cardiac rehabilitation program. artist’s rendering Fresh air is on the menu with our outdoor dining that’s slated to extend off the cafeteria. artist’s rendering Enhancing mealtime, a 2,000-square-foot cafeteria will allow for spacious dining. artist’s rendering 4 Your Health | Spring 2007 Orange Regional’s main lobby will welcome visitors into a comfortable waiting area. to Your Future Hospital With great excitement, Orange Regional Medical Center is proud to introduce you to renderings of our planned new hospital. History Arden Hill Hospital in Goshen and Horton Medical Center in Middletown merged in 2002, becoming Orange Regional Medical Center. Since this merger, the hospital has focused on consolidating existing resources, expanding and improving services, and redefining healthcare in the region. To achieve these goals, the decision was made to combine the two campuses onto a single site. The proposed new 374-bed hospital will be constructed in the Town of Wallkill on 61 acres. The Road to Excellence Orange Regional Medical Center has received approval for our new hospital project from the New York State Department of Health. With an emphasis on quality, safety and comfort, we will continue to work with physicians, board members and employees to design a state-of-the-art medical center that will serve thousands throughout the Hudson Valley. The new hospital will allow us to expand services and consolidate patient volume at one location. All six floors of the hospital are scheduled to offer private patient rooms, and outside there will be ample safe and convenient parking. The new hospital is estimated to cost over $300 million. artist’s rendering State-of-the-art technology will be close to home in Orange Regional’s advanced operating rooms that will be part of the new hospital. Orange Regional Awarded $24.6 Million New York State Grant In November 2006, Orange Regional was awarded a $24.6 million New York State Healthcare Efficiency and Affordability Law (HEAL) grant to help build your new hospital. This is the largest HEAL grant awarded to date to any New York State hospital. HEAL awards are given for capital projects aimed at reconfiguring, rightsizing and constructing inpatient space in favor of improved patient care. ■ To view more photos of your new hospital, please visit www.ormc.org. artist’s rendering This is the view of the main entrance to your new hospital, which will be in the Town of Wallkill. www.ormc.org | Spring 2007 5 I�tro�ucing Orange Regional’s Stroke Center Medical Director Orange Regional Medical Center is proud to announce Carmen Martinez, M.D., as medical director of its Designated Stroke Center. Dr. Martinez leads an expert stroke team comprised of highly trained physicians, nurses and technicians who can treat stroke quickly and effectively, using the latest medicines and techniques to minimize brain damage. Having access to these services within the first three hours of the onset of stroke symptoms is essential to preventing long-term neurological damage. “Becoming a Designated Stroke Center requires stringent on-site review ensuring a facility treats stroke accurately and quickly,” Dr. Martinez said. She received her medical degree from Universidad Libre de Colombia Seccional Atlantico in Colombia, completed her residency in neurology at New York Medical College–Westchester Medical Center, and was fellowship-trained in cerebrovascular diseases at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Martinez has been a member of Orange Regional’s Neurology Department since 2004. She is also board eligible in neurology and is a member of the American Academy of Neurology. She is affiliated with Crystal Run Healthcare. ■ For information about our physicians, Stroke Support Group or to schedule a stroke educator for a free group presentation to your organization, call the Orange Regional Health Connection at 1-888-321-ORMC (6762). 6 Your Health | Spring 2007 When a Stroke Happens …seconds count S troke commonly occurs when a blood clot in the carotid arteries (located in the neck) blocks blood flow to the brain. This condition is as serious as a heart attack and requires immediate medical attention to prevent brain cells from dying due to a lack of or slowed blood flow to the brain. If left untreated, stroke can lead to permanent paralysis in an arm, leg or one side of the body; an impaired ability to speak; or death. Fortunately, fast action can significantly reduce the risk of a stroke’s permanent effects. Lifesaving Medication Calling 911 at the first sign of stroke (see “Tips that Could Save Your Life”) is the best thing you can do for a loved one who is experiencing stroke symptoms. Time is of the essence in this type of emergency. If delivered within three hours of the onset of symptoms, a clot-busting drug—tissue plasminogen activator (tPA)—has been shown to effectively dissolve blood clots that cause strokes in some patients. Orange Regional Medical Center is a Designated Stroke Center. If you or a loved one is experiencing a stroke, call 911 immediately and ask to be taken to Orange Regional or the nearest Designated Stroke Center. ■ To learn more about Orange Regional Medical Center’s designation as a Stroke Center by the New York State Department of Health, visit www.ormc.org and click on “Services & Resources.” Tips that Could Save Your Life The latest statistics, classic symptoms and prevention tips you need to know about stroke. By the Numbers Detect Stroke FAST Prevention Checklist • Each year, about 700,000 people experience a new or recurrent stroke. • On average, there is at least one stroke every 45 seconds in the United States. • Men’s stroke incidence rate is higher than women’s at younger ages, but not at older ages. If you suspect someone you love is having a stroke, find out FAST with this simple test: FACE. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of his or her face droop? ARMS. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? SPEECH. Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. Are his or her words slurred? Can he or she repeat the sentence correctly? TIME. If the person shows any of these symptoms, time can save his or her life. Call 911 immediately. In many cases, strokes are preventable. Here are a few tips to help reduce your risk. • Maintain a healthy blood pressure. • Avoid foods that are high in fat and cholesterol and consume less salt. • Keep your blood sugar levels under control if you’re living with diabetes. • Limit the amount of alcohol you drink (two drinks daily at most). • Quit smoking. ■ www.ormc.org | Spring 2007 7 Spotlight on Advanced Cardiac Caring For Jodi Jashembowski, R.N., B.S.N., cardiac catheterization nurse at Orange Regional Medical Center, helping enhance the community’s heart health is all part of a day’s work and a lifetime calling. “I always wanted to go into nursing so I could take care of people and make them feel good,” said Jashembowski, who began her nursing career in 1993 and has been caring for heart patients at Orange Regional for eight years. “Since heart disease is our nation’s top health threat, it’s my personal goal to learn as much as possible so I have a strong background to teach people about maintaining a healthy heart.” Jashembowski began her career at Orange Regional’s Peter Frommer, M.D. Heart Center, where she’s progressed steadily toward her goal. Her knowledge and experience help greatly with her work for Orange Regional’s Healthy Heart Program—a community outreach effort that educates and provides risk assessments to area residents about caring for their hearts. “We have the advanced services to provide quality care for people with heart disease, but we’d much rather help them prevent it by giving them the tools to take their heart’s health into their own hands,” said Jashembowski. “We try to make it as easy as possible for people to be proactive about guarding their health by doing cholesterol screenings, blood pressure checks, body mass index (BMI) calculations and 10-year risk assessments at locations throughout the community.” At the Heart of It All ., ., B. S.N ski, R .N nurse at w o b sh e m t ion Jodi Ja atheteriza ical Center, c t c ia l Me d ar t s a c a rd egiona munit y’s he Center. R e g n t O ra e com M .D. Hear for th , c a re s mm e r F t e r ro the Pe 8 Your Health | Spring 2007 When she’s not busy taking heart-health education beyond hospital walls, Jashembowski has her hands full using her diverse training to serve patients in various units of Orange Regional’s Cardiology Department. On any given day, she can be found helping patients who have undergone heart transplants, bypass surgery or stenting (opening a clogged artery with a wire mesh tube) ease back into everyday life with cardiac rehabilitation services or caring for patients who undergo diagnostic studies in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab. “I’ve discovered that I have a love for helping put heart patients and their families at ease,” added Jashembowski. “Being in the hospital environment is an unsettling experience for most people—especially those with heart conditions—so it’s important to remember their names instead of treating them like numbers. I try to put smiles on their faces and make sure they each have a positive experience.” Teamwork You Can Trust Those who work with Jashembowski view her upbeat spirit and positive outlook as shining examples of Orange Regional’s culture of caring and the Cardiology team’s mission to combine care with compassionate service. “Jashembowski has a diverse background like many of our highly skilled Cardiology team members, and that breadth of experience—combined with her service leadership— Comprehensive Cardiac Care State-of-the-art diagnostic technology—that’s skillfully applied—sets Orange Regional Medical Center apart from the rest. Offering a wide range of cardiac testing, we can help detect, monitor, or control your heart problems. Our diagnostic services include: • Echocardiogram • EKG • Holter Monitor • Pacemaker Diagnostic Services • Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator • Stress Tests including nuclear • Transesophageal Echocardiogram • Tilt Table Test • Cardiac Thallium Viability Testing • Cardiac Calcium Scoring A physician prescription is required for all cardiac testing. To find a physician, call the Orange Regional Health Connection at 1-888-321-ORMC (6762) or visit our Find a Physician section online. Call 1-866ORMC-TEST (676-2837) to schedule an appointment or to learn more about any of our diagnostic services. helps make every patient’s experience as seamless as possible,” said Susan Gerstl, R.N., interim director of the Cardiac Catheterization Lab at Orange Regional. “Jashembowski rises to every occasion to do whatever patients or staff need, and her fellow teammates describe working with her as a breath of fresh air.” Only the Best for Our Community Keep Up the Good Cholesterol + True or false: the last thing you want to do to any cholesterol level is give it a boost. ANSWER: FALSE. When it comes to high-density lipoprotein (HDL) or “good” cholesterol, a one-point increase enhances heart health as much as a one-point decrease in low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or “bad” cholesterol. HDL cholesterol serves as the bloodstream’s cleanup crew, sweeping arteryclogging LDL to the liver and helping to prevent hardening of the arteries. Men can guard their heart’s health by raising their HDL levels higher than 40 mg/dL, while women benefit from bolstering theirs above 50 mg/dL. For optimal health, your total cholesterol should be less than 200, according to the American Heart Association. Here are four ways to give your “good” cholesterol level a boost. The community’s leader in cardiac care, Orange Regional offers sophisticated cardiac services, experienced physicians and nurses, the latest equipment and patient-centered amenities. The Cardiac Catheterization Lab, for example, takes patients’ needs to heart with memory foam If you… examination tables, upgraded mattresses and ceiling-mounted plasma televisions with earphones and remote controls in walk briskly for 30 minutes three the recovery area for a comfortable and times a week relaxing experience. “Many of us have lived in this community or surrounding communities for most of lose weight our lives, so we’re taking care of people we know,” said Anne Nelson, M.S., N.P., administrator of Cardiopulmonary Services eat one ounce of walnuts each day at Orange Regional. “We take great pride in providing world-class care in our community—from having top physicians and advanced equipment, to nurses who are stop smoking dedicated to treating patients like family. We tie the best of both worlds together.” ■ For more information on cardiac services at Orange Regional Medical Center’s Peter Frommer, M.D. Heart Center, please call 1-888-321-ORMC (6762). Your HDL rises by… 1–4 points 1 point for every 6.6 pounds 2–3 points (walnuts have good fat similar to salmon) 4 points www.ormc.org | Spring 2007 9 Comfort From left to right: Beverly Keefer, nursing director CCU/PCU; Mary Ellen King, M.D., medical director, Palliative Care Program; and Maggie Conroy, R.N., Palliative Care Program coordinator, attend the Aetna Foundation grant presentation. Orange Regional Medical Center received $31,200 to assist in establishing a Palliative Care Program for patients with life-altering illnesses. Palliative Care at the Horton Campus Orange Regional Medical Center’s new Palliative Care Program aims to offer comfort to patients with life-altering illnesses. Palliative care is a means of improving the quality of life for people with advanced illnesses through pain reduction, education and emotional support. The treatment approach is similar to hospice in that it offers relief from symptoms and pain, yet different in that there is no life expectancy restriction. Patients in palliative care still receive disease management care while those in hospice generally have less than six months life expectancy and are not seeking treatment aside from pain management. Both programs offer assistance and peace of mind in times of illness for patients and their families. For more information on Orange Regional’s new Palliative Care Program, call (845) 342-7205. 10 Your Health | Spring 2007 Through Palliative Care Orange Regional Medical Center’s new Palliative Care Program will provide family-centered care to patients with progressive, chronic and life-limiting illnesses. T hanks to a $31,200 Aetna Foundation grant, the Palliative Care Program is scheduled to begin this spring. Training for Maggie Conroy, R.N., and Medical Director Mary Ellen King, M.D., will be covered by the grant. The funding will also help offset costs for informational outreach and educational materials for patients and families, plus the establishment of a Palliative Care Family Room and Resource Library at the Horton Campus of Orange Regional Medical Center. Orange Regional’s Palliative Care Program is the result of a continued collaborative relationship between Orange Regional Medical Center and Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties. Due to the project’s joint approach, both partners have invested substantial funding in initial program costs. Helping Others Palliative care is intended for patients with prolonged serious health conditions or life-limiting illnesses that have life-altering conditions. Palliative care includes management of pain through therapy plus emotional care for patients and those who care for them. The Palliative Care Program at Orange Regional will help establish specific standards of care for patients. Drawing from the nationally recognized Palliative Care Standards, the program will assist patients with illnesses such as cardiopulmonary disease, cancer, stroke and renal failure. Hospice of Orange & Sullivan expects to play an actively supportive role throughout the implementation and operation of Orange Regional’s Palliative Care Program. Hospice of Orange & Sullivan will help Orange Regional enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities of hospital staff and physicians treating patients facing life-altering issues. As a key collaborator in the program, Hospice of Orange & Sullivan will also serve as a critical part of the network of community and home-based service providers, helping to ensure an effective transition for patients from the hospital back to their homes. Hospice’s broad range of services will also enable the facility’s staff to assist the hospital in linking caregivers with necessary respite and support services. As part of the continuity of care for patients whose disease process is more advanced, Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties will ensure patients no longer suitable for palliative care will be appropriately directed to hospice care. ■ For more information on our new Palliative Care Program, visit www.ormc.org. Space-age Diagnostic Imaging A high-tech addition to the Orange Regional Medical Center Radiology Department means better service for patients and physicians. O range Regional’s Web-based picture archiving and communication system (PACS) has received an upgrade. The new Dynamic Imaging Integrad Web PACS will enhance service to patients and referring physicians by heightening all aspects of the electronic image distribution system. Fast and Secure The system improves the way radiologists interpret diagnostic imaging studies and how those images are available for review. This means radiology results—such as images and reports—are quickly available for secure review across the hospital facility and beyond. Physicians can view imaging exams on a Web viewer with all the same features that are on the radiologist’s workstation. Speeding up the process even further, the Web viewer is available from all Internet locations as well as the physician’s office and home. “Once the exam has been completed, our radiologists have immediate access to patient images,” said Gene Bernieri, administrator of diagnostic imaging at Orange Regional. “Our radiologists can then manipulate the images using the latest diagnostic techniques, quickly interpreting every nuance of the data, to include three-dimensional viewing. That’s simply not possible using X-ray film.” + The staff at Orange Regional Medical Center performs more than 200,000 imaging exams a year. Orange Regional introduced Orange County’s first 64-slice CT scanner, recently installed a shortbore open MRI and also offers full-field multiple digital mammography and PET/CT among other diagnostic services. So Long, Film Through the elimination of numerous manual processes required with the handling of X-ray film, efficiencies will be gained resulting in tangible benefits to patients and their physicians. Orange Regional’s patients will no longer have to carry around stacks of X-ray films from physician to physician. Instead, patients will now be given CDs that include their imaging exams, reports and an auto-launching image viewer. “We pride ourselves on being early-adopters of efficient, cutting-edge technology and that is just what the new PACS provides,” said Bob Diamond, chief information officer at Orange Regional Medical Center. “The system gives Orange Regional an even higher level of sophistication and collaboration, which ultimately enhances patient care for the residents of the Orange County area.” ■ To learn more about Diagnostic Imaging services or to make an appointment, visit www.ormc.org or call 1-866-ORMC-TEST (676-2837). www.ormc.org | Spring 2007 11 expanding to Meet Your Needs Orange Regional Medical Center keeps growing, bringing better care to you and your family. T he 83,000-square-foot addition to the Orange Regional Medical Pavilion received a Certificate of Occupancy from the Town of Wallkill in December 2006. Since that time, the clinical space for Orange Regional was inspected by the New York State Department of Health and officially opened January 3, providing new and expanded outpatient services. The Growth Continues The new space includes an expanded Ray W. Moody, M.D. Breast Center and state-ofthe-art short-bore open magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The Radiation Oncology Department also grew, and the Nuclear Medicine portion of the new clinical area is expected to be completed late this year or early in 2008. The remaining space also features physician offices, an urgent care center operated by Regional Medical Express and a new Ambulatory Surgery Center operated by Hudson Valley Ambulatory Surgery in affiliation with Orange Regional. While most of the expansion is complete, some areas are still under construction. The growth of the Orange Regional Medical Pavilion has expanded clinical and physician services for our community. In addition, the pavilion has created a comprehensive outpatient complex that’s second to none. ■ The Orange Regional Medical Pavilion is located at 75 Crystal Run Road in the Town of Wallkill. The staff of the Ray W. Moody, M.D. Breast Center keeps patients in good hands. Our staff includes: top row (from left to right), Kelly Pizarro, R.T.(R.)(M.); Souny Davis, R.T.(R.)(M.); Sherri Terracino, R.T.(R.)(M.); Karen Downing, R.T.(R.)(M.); bottom row (from left to right), Michele Worden, R.N.; Penny Lynch, supervisor; Carolyn Woods, R.N.; Jay Feder, M.D.; Anna Cortese, mammography assistant; Tone Lindgren, M.D. 12 Your Health | Spring 2007 + The new open-bore MRI at Orange Regional Medical Center is opening the doors for many patients. The spacious design accommodates patients of all sizes and provides an extra foot of room above the head, further preventing claustrophobia. www.ormc.org | Spring 2007 13 Be Prepared for Any Emergency Each year, Americans make more than 100 million visits to emergency departments across the country. When the time comes, will you be prepared for an emergency? T he best time to prepare for a trip to the Emergency Department is before you actually need it. By gathering the following information in advance, keeping it up-to-date and making it easily accessible, you can eliminate some of the chaos that can arise when an emergency situation occurs. Place this information in a large clearly marked envelope that will be easy for you—or emergency medical services personnel—to grab on your way out of the house. ✚ Current medications. To prevent drug interactions or over-medicating, make sure you have an up-to-date list of all your current medications and dosages for your physician. ✚ Emergency contact information. You should always carry a small card that lists the name and telephone number of your regular physician, as well as contact numbers for family members or a friend. ✚ Information about allergies. If you know you’re allergic to a certain Preparations medication or you’ve had problems While you’re gathering your with medications or anesthesia in the emergency information, it’s a good past, put that in writing and keep it in idea to look into an additional the envelope. document: a health care proxy. ✚ Insurance information. Keep your A New York State health care proxy insurance cards on hand, and names a family member or friend to follow through with any emergency make decisions regarding your medical coverage requirements your insurer care—including the continuation or might have. Some insurance compawithdrawal of lifesaving measures—in nies require that you notify them the event that you’re incapacitated. By within a certain time period for hosappointing a healthcare agent in this pital admissions or emergency visits. manner, you can ensure your treatment ✚ Medical history. Being aware of prior wishes are followed. diagnoses—such as epilepsy, heart The health care proxy form can be disease or diabetes—can help the downloaded from our Web site, physician caring for you in the emerwww.ormc.org (“For Patients and gency department make decisions Visitors section”). It must be signed about your care. Make sure your brief and witnessed by two people. medical history is in the envelope, and update it with new developments that arise, such as pregnancy. Orange Regional Medical Center offers a free medical information card for every patient who visits the Emergency Department. Much of the necessary emergency information is covered on the card, which can help alleviate some of the stress during an emergency situation. ■ To receive this free card, call the Marketing and Public Relations Department at Orange Regional at (845) 342-7111. If you or a loved one is experiencing an emergency, call 911 and ask to be taken to the Emergency Department at Orange Regional Medical Center or the nearest emergency room. 14 Your Health | Spring 2007 People Doing More The staff at Orange Regional Medical Center is always on the move to improve our service to the community. PHILLIP MASSENGILL, M.D., was among 1,186 initiates from around the world who became Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) during convocation ceremonies at the College’s 92nd annual Clinical Congress in Chicago. Dr. Massengill received a medical doctorate degree in 1995 from Boston University and is currently practicing at Hudson Valley Ear, Nose and Throat located in Middletown, New York. He has held privileges at Orange Regional Medical Center since June 2006. In 2003, Dr. Massengill attained board certification from the American Board of Otolaryngology/Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Dr. Massengill has a strong professional interest in otolaryngology and holds membership in other professional societies, including the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. ANN M. SISSLER has been appointed as administrator of Behavioral Health Services at Orange Regional Medical Center. Sissler has a broad array of experience in hospital administration, specializing in behavioral health and ambulatory settings. Most recently, Sissler held the position of associate vice president/director of Clinical Services, Behavioral Health Division, at Bergen Regional Medical Center in Paramus, New Jersey. While at Bergen Regional, she also held positions in Strategic Planning and Business Development, Physician Contracting and Ambulatory Services, among other specialties. Sissler received her master’s of social work from the State University of New York at Albany. She is a licensed social worker and a member of the National Association of Social Workers. Sissler was named to the Healthcare Leaders of New York in 2006. For information about Orange Regional’s Behavioral Health Services, call the Orange Regional Health Connection at 1-888-321-ORMC (6762). DOMINIQUE HEALY, R.N. B.S.N., has been appointed as director of Surgical and Central Services at Orange Regional Medical Center. Healy has been with Orange Regional since December 1998 as director of Surgical Services at the Arden Hill Campus. She is a graduate with honors of the Cochran School of Nursing and Mercy College and has 27 years of nursing experience, including Critical Care, Medical/Surgical, Presurgical Testing, Operating Room, Recovery Room, Same Day Surgery and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. KARL FARRIS has been appointed as director of Surgical Services at Orange Regional Medical Center’s Arden Hill Campus. Farris has been employed at Orange Regional since 1979, having worked in the Medical/Surgical Unit, Critical Care and the Emergency Department at the Horton Campus. He has been a leader in the Horton Campus Operating Room since 1990. Farris has a nursing degree from SUNY Orange, a bachelor’s degree in organizational management from Marist College and will be graduating from Marist College in May 2007 with a master’s degree in public administration. www.ormc.org | Spring 2007 15 Orange Regional Medical Center’s All-Stars Please join Orange Regional in offering our thanks and congratulations to our outstanding 2006 fourth quarter honorees. Guiding Star—December Sharon Perna, Laboratory director, Horton Campus Perna began working in Orange Regional’s Laboratory in January 1975. Since then, she has established trust among her staff as a listener, communicator, advocate and professional. As a result of Perna’s excellence, the laboratory staff takes pride in their evolving profession and the advances made in laboratory medicine. Perna embodies the true spirit of a guiding star! Shooting Star—September Yolanda Polchowski, coordinating clerk, Nursing Unit, Tucker Center for Cancer Care Polchowski joined Orange Regional in December 2004 as an employee in the Medical Records Department. She transferred to the Tucker Center in January 2005. The epitome of a team player, Polchowski goes above and beyond her duties to ensure patients and their families receive excellent care. Words like dedicated, courteous, cordial, hard working and compassionate describe her work ethic. It has been said that Polchowski is the hub that keeps the wheels of the Tucker Center turning. Shooting Star—October Mirna Laguerre, phlebotomist, Laboratory, Arden Hill Campus Laguerre joined Orange Regional’s Laboratory in December 2002 and, since that time, has consistently demonstrated a high level of service excellence to patients and co-workers. Regardless of her workload, Laguerre assists her co-workers and will assume additional tasks to finish the job. She leads by example and embodies Orange Regional’s standards of behavior and excellence. A co-worker stated, “She has made a difference by being an amazing team player and team leader.” Shooting Star—November Donna Salamone, endoscopy technician, Endoscopy, Medical Pavilion Salamone joined the Endoscopy Department at the Horton Campus in July 2003 and later transferred to the same department at the Orange Regional Medical Pavilion. Her high-quality performance regarding the careful sanitization of endoscopes helps eliminate the spread of illness and disease. Salamone takes the importance of infection control—and her role in it—very seriously. Co-workers praise her great attitude and work ethic, stating she truly has a positive impact on patients and staff. Shooting Star—December Marjorie Babula, environmental services worker, Environmental Services, Horton Campus Babula joined the Environmental Services Department in July 1983 and is currently the housekeeper at the Tucker Center for Cancer Care. She applies standards of excellence to all of her duties, proving instrumental in improving patient flow, diligently cleaning patient rooms upon discharge and transfer and communicating with the charge nurse and unit clerk to ensure the best care for all patients. She is often complimented on her thoroughness and caring attitude. Co-workers are proud of Babula’s many accomplishments and feel that the Tucker Center shines because of her. They also insist they are lucky to have her. To join an organization committed to excellence, see our Web site at www.ormc.org and click on “Careers,” or call our Recruitment Office at (845) 342-7190. 16 Your Health | Spring 2007 Orange Regional Medical Center Junior Volunteers Justin (top) and John Charitable found their service experience helped direct their futures. Both brothers want to pursue careers in the medial field. Volunteers Making a Difference Through volunteering, two brothers have found the joy of helping others. J unior volunteers and brothers Justin and John Charitable have volunteered at Orange Regional’s Arden Hill Campus for more than three years and highly recommend becoming a volunteer to local youth. Volunteering has been a way for Justin to gain insight into the career he wants to pursue while helping people feel better. “I’d recommend becoming a volunteer because it is a great experience, especially to be able to work with people and to become part of the workforce,” Justin said. “You meet a lot of new people, grow as a person, mature and complete tasks that many kids aren’t expected to do.” For Justin, it’s a sense of responsibility. “If you find something you enjoy doing, you want to be there,” he added. “I hadn’t ever thought about going into pharmacy until I volunteered here. This experience has helped me decide to study pharmacology when I go to college.” In addition to helping Justin choose his career path, volunteering at Orange Regional has helped him socially, too. Charitable Life Lessons For Justin’s brother, John, volunteering at Orange Regional provides perspective. “Giving something to somebody, without expecting to get anything in return, is why I initially volunteered,” he said. “I like knowing that I really helped patients. Seeing their reactions is rewarding. When I leave here, I know that I have helped.” John added, “Volunteering helps you learn and grow. You get to see other people’s lives. When I see others who are really sick, it helps me to put what I thought were my problems into perspective.” Volunteering at Orange Regional has reinforced John’s dreams of going into the medical field. “If three hours can make me feel the way I do, I can’t imagine what it would feel like doing it for an entire day or to help someone who is sick feel better.” Both brothers have been year-round volunteers and have dedicated more than 700 hours each. ■ Hours of Service In 2006, more than 160 Junior Volunteers at Orange Regional contributed 10,262 hours of service. In recognition of their dedicated service, a reception was held at the Harness Racing Museum in Goshen. The Junior Volunteers received pins for the amount of service hours they provided. Among those awards, one was given for 1,250 hours; one for 1,000 hours; one for 750 hours; seven for 250 hours; and 32 were given for 100 hours. The President’s Student Service Award was given to 38 recipients, all of whom volunteered a minimum of 100 hours from September 1, 2005, through August 31, 2006. If you are interested in becoming a Junior or Adult Volunteer, please call Debbie Linken at (845) 294-2126 at the Arden Hill Campus or Lisa Ritchie at (845) 342-7145 at the Horton Campus of Orange Regional Medical Center. Junior Volunteers must be at least 14 years old. www.ormc.org | Spring 2007 17 n i t e l l u B News Newly elected U.S. Congressman John Hall (D-N Y) (right) visited Orange Regional Medical Center’s Arden Hill Campus in January to get acquainted with Hospital President and CEO Scott Batulis. Additional visits by local politi cians included New York State Assembly members Aileen Gunther in November 2006 and Nancy Calhoun in December 2006. “We’re Clearing the Air” ployees and students in ients, visitors, volunteers, em With the interests of our pat at all of its facilities beginal Center will be smoke-free mind, Orange Regional Medic ning in May. acco products is not and means that the use of tob 7 y Ma ct effe es tak icy pol The new ldings, grounds, parking pital campuses, including bui allowed anywhere on the hos al Center. ty of Orange Regional Medic lots or vehicles on the proper the community. We are of lth hea is to improve the sion mis al’s ion Reg nge Ora everyone. Smoking viding a safe environment for pro to ed icat ded and for e responsibl and many other illnesses. disease, lung disease, cancer is the leading cause of heart secondhand smoke, which is ing an environment free of We are committed to provid a risk for everyone. okers’ Quitline at please call the New York State Sm If you are interested in quitting , 1-866-NY-QUITS (697-8487). Outpatient B ehavioral Health Cente In November r Relocates to 2006 Orange Arden Hill Ca Regional Med Behavioral H mpus ical Center re ealth Center to located its O the Arden H State Senator u il tpatient l C am pus, 4 Harrim William J. Lar an Drive in G kin Jr. (RC, C ty Departmen oshen. or nwall-on-Hu t of Mental H dson) and Ora ealth Comm Orange Regio n ge is si Counoner Chris A nal Medical C shman were enter Presiden the occasion. on site with t and CEO Sc ott Batulis to commemorat The Outpatie e nt Behaviora l Health Cen cation manag ter offers psy ement, sympt ch iatric evaluat oms managem therapies fo ions, medient, coping r individuals m ethods and w it h depression, an problems or behavioral increased fam xiety, mood ily/life stress d is or d ioral Health er s, behavioral ors. The clinic Center are li ians at the Ou censed clinic ness approac tpatient Behav al social worke hes. The enti rs trained in re staff has a variety of w substance ab extensive ex use settings. el lp er ience in men ■ tal health an For more inform d ation on the C enter, please ca ll (845) 294-22 69 or visit ww w.ormc.org. 18 Your Health | Spring 2007 Welcome New Practitioners Diagnostic Imaging Lynn A. Clements-Northland, M.D. Emergency Medicine Frank Karp, P.A. Minkailu M. Sankoh, M.D. Eric J. Silva, M.D. Family Practice Harold Runnels, M.D. Lisa T. Sager, M.D. Geriatrics Karen A. Bleser, M.D. Internal Medicine Karen A. Bleser, M.D. Sethu Muralidharan, M.D. Orthopedics Nicholas A. Fanok, P.A. Palliative Care Lisa T. Sager, M.D. Pediatric Cardiology Sanjay N. Vepa, M.D. Pediatric Urology Lori L. Dyer, M.D. Surgery Andrew Monteleone, M.D. Vascular Surgery Robert W. Zickler, M.D. For more information on these healthcare providers or to find a physician, call 1-888-321-ORMC (6762) or visit www.ormc.org. R�cipe Your Health Hummus and Pita Chips Snack time can be tasty and healthful with hummus and pita chips. This recipe is courtesy of Holbert’s Catering in Montgomery, New York. Servings: 6 HUMMUS INGREDIENTS 19-ounce can of chickpeas (garbanzo), rinsed and drained ½ cup fresh lemon juice ¼ cup tahini ¼ cup water 2 cloves of garlic 1 tsp. olive oil ¼ tsp. salt (optional) pinch cayenne pinch ground black pepper ½ cup finely chopped parsley DIRECTIONS PITA CHIPS INGREDIENTS Regular or whole wheat pita cut into 6 wedges 3 tbsp. olive oil 1 tsp. dry oregano 1 tsp. dry thyme 1 tsp. dry basil 1 tsp. dry parsley 1 tsp. ground black pepper DIRECTIONS • Spread pita wedges on a cookie sheet and sprinkle lightly with olive oil. • Season with dry spices. • Bake 350 degrees until crispy. NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION—per serving Calories: 131; Protein: 6g; Carbohydrates: 16g; Total fat: 6g • In a blender or food processor, combine chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, water, garlic, oil, salt, cayenne pepper and black pepper. • Process scraping sides occasionally until mixture is a smooth paste. If mixture is too thick, add a little water a few drops at a time. • Stir in parsley. www.ormc.org | Spring 2007 19 Foundation Update Many of the advances at Orange Regional Medical Center would not be possible if it were not for generous community members. Orange Regional Remembers Frank P. Dodd The Orange Regional Medical Center family was saddened by the loss of Frank P. Dodd (left) in December 2006. Mr. Dodd served as president of the board of directors of Horton Memorial Hospital from 1967 to 1970 and served as chair of several of the hospital’s capital campaigns. His dedication to the community was evident by his active participation in numerous charitable and service organizations. Our sincere condolences are extended to his family and friends. Fashion Show Benefits Moody Breast Center For the second year, the Ray W. Moody, M.D. Breast Center was the recipient of a $1,500 donation from the Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society. This donation represents a portion of the proceeds from their annual Fashion Show. Several members of the hospital family participated in this fundraising event, including models Teresa Scotto, Leone Semerano, Michelle DeGraff and Kerry Gambino and escorts Gene Bernieri, Bob DeValentino and Jonathan Schiller. Thank you to the dedicated members of this organization for their support. Benefactor Visits Ray W. Moody, M.D. Breast Center . Dodd Frank P Mrs. Sally Moody, benefactor of the Ray W. Moody, M.D. Breast Center, visited the Center’s new home located in the new addition to the Orange Regional Medical Pavilion. Guided by Penny Lynch, supervisor of Mammography Services, Mrs. Moody viewed the state-of-the-art technology and learned how the center has evolved to respond to women’s needs for quality cancer care. Also on hand for this visit were guests of Mrs. Moody and representatives of the Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society. Orange Regional is continually grateful to Mrs. Moody who, along with her late husband, William, was responsible for the creation of the vital services through a generous planned gift to the Orange Regional Medical Center. Fraternal Order of Eagles Soar Throughout the year, the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie No. 544 is busy at work raising funds in support of local charities. Recently, several members of the Eagles visited the Hospital to present donations to several of Orange Regional’s “Centers of Excellence”—the Peter Frommer, M.D. Heart Center; the Stanley S. Dunkelman, M.D. Diabetes Treatment Center; and the Tucker Center for Cancer Care. A total of $3,500 was raised. Thank you members of F.O.E. Aerie No. 544 for your dedication and continued support. 20 Your Health | Spring 2007 Hank Christensen, chair of Orange Regional Medical Center Foundation, presents a plaque to Mrs. Alan Wiley honoring the memory of her husband for his tireless efforts, dedication to and support of Orange Regional Medical Center’s Behavioral Health Center. Thank You Supporters of the 2006 Bowl-a-Thon!!! On October 14, 2006, the Orange Regional Foundation hosted its 4th Annual Bowl-a-Thon at Colonial Lanes in Chester. Thanks to a wonderful group of enthusiastic employees, their family and friends and those members of the community who bowled, were sponsors and/or provided prizes, this event raised $19,000 for Orange Regional’s Rehabilitation Department. Their support will allow our Rehabilitation staff to help inpatients and outpatients reach their highest level of independence and return to activities of daily living. On their behalf, we extend a sincere thanks to all. TEAM SPONSORS PIN SPONSORS Campbell Hall Rehabilitation Center D.E.C.A.T. Driving School Dovetail Construction Team #1 Dovetail Construction Team #2 Descon Inc. Groo’s Shoes Halpern Family, The Horizon Family Medical Group Lou Masci Jr. Home Improvements Middletown Rotary Club Mid-Orange Mechanical Corp. Mobile Life Support Services ORMC Auxiliary ORMC Board of Directors ORMC Executive Management Team ORMC Foundation Board of Trustees Regina Drive Service Corporation Rose & Kiernan Inc. WillCare Ampa Coach Apria Healthcare Chester Printing Clark & Aerberli Community Bank of Sullivan County Holbert’s Catering BackYard Bistro Home Therapy Equipment Krogslund, Keating, & Behrens Woody Levitan Manchester Orthopedics Mid-Hudson Pain Management and Physical Therapy Medical Diagnostic Group Park Manor Rehabilitation & Health Care Center Montgomery Nursing Home Orange County Trust Company Domenica Pistone Rubin Management St. Theresa’s Nursing Home Spiro & Spiro Inc.— Electrical Contractors Original Tube T-Shirt Co. LANE SPONSORS Casa Mia Restaurant Rt. 211 Auto Sales Lanc & Tully Engineering/Surveying A Friend Norton & Christensen Vincent J. Gulfo, M.D. www.ormc.org | Spring 2007 21 Health Resource CLASSES FAMILY EDUCATION Preregistration is required for all classes. Classes and screenings take place at: Community Health Education Center, 110 Crystal Run Road, Middletown; Horton Campus, 60 Prospect Avenue, Middletown; and Arden Hill Campus, 4 Harriman Drive, Goshen Preregistration is required. total Joint rePlacement class—Free Provides a better understanding of what to expect before, during and after surgery. Classes include a review of total joint replacement, presurgical and postsurgical information and a look at different medical devices and equipment that will be used during your surgical experience. Community Health Education Center May 1, June 5 • 9 a.m. May 29, July 10 • 12:30 p.m. July 18 • 5 p.m. exPectant Parent class—$10 Per couPle; oPtional cPr—$15 Per Person Classes feature mother/baby care, Cesarean birth, epidural anesthesia, breastfeeding and more. Five-week session; optional Expectant Parent Infant Child CPR (must be registered for corresponding Expectant Parent Class). Auditorium, Horton Campus May 2, 9, 16, 30, June 6 • 7–9 p.m. Optional CPR June 13 • 6–10 p.m.; May 29 June 5, 12, 19, 26 • 7–9 p.m.; optional CPR June 28 • 6–10 p.m. lamaZe cHildbirtH classes—$100 Per couPle Prepares expectant parents for childbirth. Community Health Education Center May 1–June 5 • 7–10 p.m. July 10–Aug. 14 • 7–10 p.m. yoga For stress reduction—$72 Per six-Week session Classes are designed to introduce the basics of yoga. Community Health Education Center June 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9, 16 • 5:30 –6:45 p.m July 23, 30, Aug. 6, 1, 20, 27 • 5:30–6:45 p.m. CPR Certification lamaZe Weekend classes—$100 Per couPle Prepares expectant parents for childbirth. Community Health Education Center May 5 & 6 • 10 a.m.–3 p.m. June 3 & 4 • 10 a.m.–3 p.m. July 14 & 15 • 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Please call the Orange Regional Health Connection at 1-888-321-ORMC (6762) for more information. lamaZe reFresHer class—$50 Per couPle adult cPr—$35 Provides adult CPR training for the lay responder. May 12 • 9 a.m.–1 p.m. inFant/cHild cPr—$35 Provides infant/child CPR training for the lay responder. bls For HealtHcare Providers—$75 A CPR course for healthcare professionals, it includes instruction on using an automated external defibrillator. bls recertiFication—$55 A course for healthcare professionals whose certification has expired in the past 60 days or will expire in the near future. Proof of previous certification required. Designed for parents who have previous Lamaze training. Community Health Education Center Prenatal breastFeeding class—$10 Auditorium, Horton Campus May 23, June 27 • 7–9 p.m. May 12 • 11 a.m.–1 p.m. sibling class—$5 Per Family Prepares children for the arrival of their new sibling. Includes a tour of the maternity unit. Rowley Family Birthing Center, Horton Campus June 2 • 10 –11 a.m. 22 Your Health | Spring 2007 Calendar SCREENINGS Healthy Heart Program—Free Insulin Pump Support Group Diabetes Treatment Center, Horton Campus May 2, June 6 • 6:30–8:30 p.m. The Healthy Heart Program assesses an individual’s cardiac risk factors and provides education on making heart-healthy lifestyle changes. Appointment includes free cholesterol, glucose and blood pressure screenings. Preregistration is required. Mended Hearts—Cardiac Support Group Board Room, Horton Campus May 12, June 10, July 8 • 1–2 p.m. SUPPORT GROUPS Multiple Sclerosis Support Group Board Room, Arden Hill Campus May 19, June 16, July 21 • 9–11 a.m. Community Health Education Center May 2, June 6 • noon–2:45 p.m. Free, no registration necessary. Adult Diabetes Support Group Conference Rooms A & B, Horton Campus May 14, June 11• 6:30–7:30 p.m. Al-Anon Private Dining Room, Arden Hill Campus Mondays • 7:30–8 p.m.—Beginners group Mondays • 8–9 p.m.—Open group Bariatric Weight Loss Support—“A Different Weigh of Living” Community Health Education Center May 3, June 7, July 5 • 7–9 p.m. Cancer Support Group Community Health Education Center May 22, June 26, July 24 • 11 a.m.–noon Nicotine Anonymous Private Dining Room, Arden Hill Campus Wednesdays • 8–9:30 p.m. Overeaters Anonymous Conference Rooms A & B, Horton Campus Sundays • 1:30–2:30 p.m. Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) Support Group Community Health Education Center May 8, 22, June 12, 26, July 10, 24 • 6–8 p.m. Stroke Education & Support Group Community Health Education Center May 22, June 26, July 24 • 3:30–5 p.m. We Will Always Remember You Caregivers Support—Partners in Caring Community Health Education Center May 15, June 19, July 17 • 3:30–5 p.m. Celiac Sprue Support Group Community Health Education Center May 24, June 28, July 26 • 7–8 p.m. Support for those who have suffered a miscarriage, stillbirth or the loss of an infant up to nine months. Horton Campus—please meet in lobby; group will then move to a conference room. May 30, June 27, July 25 • 7:30–9:30 p.m. Call the Orange Regional Health Connection at 1-888-321-ORMC (6762) for class registration, possible cancellations (due to weather) or physician referral information. Please note that dates, times and locations are subject to change. www.ormc.org | Spring 2007 23 MODERN HEART Complete cardiac care is around the corner – at Orange Regional Call the Orange Regional Health Connection: 1-888-321-ORMC (6762) for referrals, information and an appointment for a FREE cardiac risk assessment. Member of the NewYork-Presbyterian Healthcare System | www.ormc.org 60 Prospect Ave. Middletown, NY 10940 Nonprofit Organization U.S. Postage PAID Middletown, NY Permit No. 1326