Shauck Auditorium: - Carroll Hospital Center
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Shauck Auditorium: - Carroll Hospital Center
A Healthy Dose Summer 2013 A magazine for the community of Carroll Hospital Center Shauck Auditorium: Innovative Meeting and Education Space Also in this issue: Coordinated Breast Care Simmons Named Hospital President and much more! CEO’s Letter | John M. Sernulka Dear Friends, You may have heard the news through local media outlets that I will be retiring in a few years. I’d like to share with you that the hospital’s board of directors unanimously voted to name Leslie Simmons, R.N., FACHE, as president of Carroll Hospital Center. Leslie’s expanded role is effective July 1. “ ...our mission to offer the highest quality health care experience for people in all stages of life will never change. A Healthy Dose is published by the Marketing Department at Carroll Hospital Center: Carroll Hospital Center Board of Directors Ethan A. Seidel, Chairman Helen W. Whitehead, Vice Chair Miriam F. Beck, Secretary Charles O. Fisher, Jr. Martin K.P. Hill Syed S. Hosain, M.D. Kimberly A. Johnston, M.D. John M. Sernulka John A. Steers, M.D. Gerald Lee Sturgill W. Dennis Thomas Larry Van Sant, Sr. Harold W. Walsh Thomas D. Welliver Jeffrey A. Wothers Carroll Hospital Center John M. Sernulka, CEO Leslie Simmons, President Marketing Ellen Finnerty Myers, CFRE, Chief Development Officer and VP of External Affairs Selena Brewer, Director of Marketing and Public Relations It’s an exciting yet challenging time in health care, and I know Leslie will be a strong leader who will ensure Carroll Hospital Center continues its commitment to be your hospital of choice. Her enthusiasm for providing outstanding customer service and quality care is apparent, as is her dedication to making Carroll Hospital Center the best place to work and practice medicine. Once you get to know Leslie, one thing is clear: “good” is never good enough. Her high standards have helped shape the patient-centered care that our hospital is honored to provide, and our mission to offer the highest quality health care experience for people in all stages of life will never change. However, many other changes are taking place at Carroll Hospital Center. I’m sure you noticed that our publication has a new name: A Healthy Dose. This change is to align with our new blog of the same name that we launched in June. In this issue, you’ll also meet Carroll. This friendly blue guide will be popping up in our blog and on some of our materials, keeping you on a path to good health and answering your questions. You can meet and learn more about Carroll on page 7. It has been a pleasure to serve this organization for the last 25 years, and as I transition toward retirement, I know the organization is in capable hands. Sincerely, John M. Sernulka, FACHE CEO Carroll Hospital Center The goal of A Healthy Dose is to educate our readers about subjects and events relevant to their health and wellness and the programs and services Carroll Hospital Center provides. It is not meant as medical advice or as a substitute for a private consultation with your physician. Please contact your physician regarding any specific medical concerns or treatments. Let us know! Jaime Ridgley, Marketing Specialist We want to hear from you. If you have ideas, comments or suggestions, send them to: Simone Lindsay, Communications Specialist Carroll Hospital Center | Marketing, 200 Memorial Avenue | Westminster, MD 21157 or e-mail: mktpr@CarrollHospitalCenter.org Production Tracey Brown, Photography Howard Korn, Photography Devaney & Associates, Inc., Design and Production We look forward to your comments! 410-848-3000 | TTY: 410-871-7186 | CarrollHospitalCenter.org Contents | Summer 2013 10 13 8 Features In Brief 2 Coordinated Breast Care The new Center for Breast Health provides treatment, support and answers all in one place for breast cancer patients. 8Walking Tall Treating chronic back pain gives patients a new outlook on life. 10Modern Technology Funded Through Generosity A new auditorium soon will grace the Carroll Hospital Center campus, thanks to hospital supporter Edwin Shauck. 13Seeing the Big Picture Carroll Hospital Center’s renovated urology suite features high definition technology, expanded space and more. Simmons Named Hospital President 5 CCU Hours Extended 6 Construction Update 7 Bridge Builders 9 Keeping Your Bones Strong 12 Breathing Easier after Pulmonary Rehabilitation 14 2013 Physician of the Year 17 Calendar & Support Groups 18 On the cover: Hospital supporter Edwin Shauck on the grounds of Antrim 1844 in Taneytown. Hospital News is now A Healthy Dose! Although the name has changed, you can still depend on Carroll Hospital Center’s news magazine to provide you with up-to-date-information about health and wellness. CarrollHospitalCenter.org 1 The New Center for Breast Health Center provides treatment, support and answers in one place “You get all this expertise in one place,” explains Bertan Ozgun, M.D., a boardcertified radiologist at Advanced Radiology. “It’s a great opportunity to coordinate all the care together and get the full perspective from every member of the team.” And there’s someone to help guide you every step of the way. Marcia McMullin, R.N., B.S.N., M.A., a dedicated breast health navigator, helps guide patients through the entire process. But McMullin says her most important job at the beginning, though, is simply listening. “I can give them the extra time they need to express their concerns, fears and questions,” she says. “That can mean the world for someone when they first find out they have cancer.” 2 A Healthy Dose Summer 2013 “ You get all this expertise in one place. It’s a great opportunity to coordinate all the care together and get the full perspective from every member of the team. “ When you get a diagnosis of breast cancer, dealing with the logistics of what comes next—tests, specialists, treatment options—can be overwhelming. That’s why we created the Center for Breast Health, a collaboration between the hospital and Advanced Radiology that centralizes resources and fully integrates the care of each patient. The center is patient-focused in every sense of the word. Located on the second floor of the Charles O. Fisher Medical Building, everything connected with breast health is in one place, featuring a distinguished medical team, leading technologies, educational resources and a deeply caring approach. One of the newest additions to the center is its medical director, Dona Hobart, M.D., a board-certified surgeon specializing in breast surgery and a Westminster native. Dr. Hobart believes that the hospital is the perfect fit for her because the organization’s philosophy of what constitutes the highest level of breast care matches her own. “Everyone here believes that the patient is the center of everything,” says Dr. Hobart. She also loves the weekly collaboration of all the specialists on every breast cancer case (see page 4). Dr. Hobart is particularly excited to be working with another new addition to the hospital’s medical staff, Gabriel Del Corral, M.D., a plastic surgeon, fellowship trained in microsurgery, who focuses on breast reconstruction. The surgeons affiliated with the Center for Breast Health as of press time include: Gabriel Del Corral, M.D., plastic surgery Dona Hobart, M.D., general surgery Stephan Hochuli, M.D., general surgery Sarah Lentz, M.D., general surgery Stuart Shindel, M.D., general surgery John A. Steers, M.D., general surgery For the most up-to-date list of affiliated surgeons, please call our physician referral line at 410-871-7000. Dr. Del Corral understands that after getting a tumor removed, the last thing a woman may want is something foreign in her body. “We can take her own tissue from other parts of her body, like her abdomen or thighs, and use that for her breasts,” he explains. “When a woman hears she has to lose a breast, it may seem like the worst news possible,” says Dr. Del Corral, “but when we explain how we can coordinate the reconstructive surgery right after the removal, and she will look essentially the same as she does now, there is a sense of relief.” i Looking for the best in breast care? Answers to your questions? Another level of support? Now you can find it all in one place. Visit CarrollHospitalCenter.org or call 410-871-7080 for more information. Schedule your mammogram today! Call Advanced Radiology at 888-972-9700 for an appointment. Pictured on opposite page, left to right: Bertan Ozgun, M.D.; Gabriel Del Corral, M.D.; Dona Hobart, M.D.; and Marcia McMullin, R.N., B.S.N., M.A. Above: The Center for Breast Health waiting room and consultation room. CarrollHospitalCenter.org 3 Collaboration at its best At the weekly multi-disciplinary breast conference, cancer experts weigh in on patient cases At a follow up visit after having a lump removed from her breast, Fran Thomas of Hampstead learned that her breast was free from cancer, but a tiny trace of the disease was found in one of her lymph nodes. Thomas’ surgeon, John Steers, M.D., told her about the group of physicians and specialists involved with the treatment of breast cancer who meet each week to discuss patients’ cases. He asked Thomas if she would like her case to be presented, and Thomas agreed. “ “That made me feel good,” says Thomas, a grandmother of 17 and great-grandmother of three. “My case would be talked about amongst the doctors and they would decide the best treatment for me.” “ Good care is about good communication. It is vital. And Thomas appreciated that by the time she had her appointment with board-certified oncologist and hematologist Johanna DiMento, M.D., her situation had been presented to the group and Dr. DiMento was very familiar with her case. Dr. DiMento leads the weekly discussion of patient cases. “Good care is about good communication,” she says. “It is vital.” Meetings like the multi-disciplinary breast conference can preemptively catch potential problems and help develop a plan of treatment much more efficiently. Dr. DiMento stresses the importance of prospective care. “Discussing all the procedures before they happen is key. This collaboration greatly benefits our patients and all of us involved in their care,” she says. Bertan Ozgun, M.D., a radiologist at Advanced Radiology, concurs. “We can get into some lively discussions,” he says of the weekly meetings, “but we all want the same thing: what’s best for the patient.” Oncologist and hematologist Johanna DiMento, M.D., Carroll Regional Cancer Center, 410-871-6400 4 A Healthy Dose Summer 2013 Leslie Simmons, R.N., FACHE, named president of Carroll Hospital Center The Carroll Hospital Center Board of Directors unanimously voted on June 4 to name Leslie Simmons, R.N., FACHE, president of Carroll Hospital Center effective July 1. This is the next step in the succession process developed by the board of directors to transition administrative leadership in anticipation of the 2015 retirement of current President & CEO John M. Sernulka. “The board is delighted that we have such a talented leader in Leslie, who has grown in the organization over the last 14 years,” says Ethan Seidel, Ph.D., chairman of the board of directors. “She will continue the hospital’s tradition of strong leadership and a family-like culture that is focused on providing high quality, compassionate care.” “ “ I am deeply honored to be named to this position, and I look forward to continuing our organization’s mission of providing quality health care to our community. As a leader in the organization for more than a decade, Simmons has been instrumental in driving Carroll Hospital Center’s outstanding achievements in quality with a focus on accountability and transparency. John M. Sernulka, FACHE, and Leslie Simmons, R.N., FACHE Simmons’ strong clinical background, from her more than 24 years of experience in numerous aspects of the health care industry, has been an asset in creating a culture of patient-centered care and uncompromising commitment to high performance at the hospital through the development of clinical service lines and increased participation in statewide collaboratives and best-practice initiatives. “I am deeply honored to be named to this position, and I look forward to continuing our organization’s mission of providing quality health care to our community,” says Simmons. Until his retirement, Sernulka will continue to lead the hospital as CEO, with a focus on future strategies and a commitment to the hospital’s vision of being the best place to work, practice medicine and receive care. During his 25 years at the hospital, the organization has experienced significant growth in facilities, programs and services, market share and community support. CarrollHospitalCenter.org 5 Visiting hours extended in Critical Care Unit To better serve Critical Care Unit (CCU) patients and their families, the hospital has adopted an open visitation policy that allows adult visitors on the unit 24 hours a day, seven days a week. “It was a godsend,” says recent CCU patient Pat Huffman of the unrestricted visiting hours. “If my family couldn’t have been with me, I would have been lost.” Carroll Hospital Center is on the forefront of extending visitation hours in the CCU. Although ample evidence demonstrates that open visitation improves patient and family satisfaction and the overall health of critical care patients, the majority of hospital CCUs still have limited hours. “This change in policy dovetails with the hospital’s emphasis on being patient focused and family friendly,” explains Mark Maslow, executive director of cardiovascular services. According to Leanne Bonds, R.N., the CCU’s clinical manager, the hospital’s Critical Care Nurse Best Practice committee educated hospital staff about how open visitation would help achieve what they all want: better care and outcomes for their patients. The results have been immediate, says Bonds. Patients are happier and family members love it. Huffman says having access to her family during her entire stay made a difference in her recovery. “It cut down on the emotional stress of being at the hospital,” she says. “It made it so much easier on me and my family, and I was able to focus on healing.” Benefits of Open Visitation 1. Family has a better understanding of the patient’s condition 2. Less anxiety for the patient and family 3. Family and patient are more in control and do not feel so helpless 4. Patient gets better rest in between visits 5. Patient recovers faster and is able to go home sooner To find out more information about the CCU, visit CarrollHospitalCenter.org/CCU 6 A Healthy Dose Summer 2013 Construction Update Progress continues with the building of the new William E. Kahlert Regional Cancer Center and the Tevis Center for Wellness on the hospital campus. The interior demolition of the former ambulatory surgery center in the Dixon building is complete, and crews have begun installing underslab plumbing and building the new interior walls. Sitework also has begun for the new concourse and the Kahlert Regional Cancer Center linear accelerator vaults. Construction is on target for completion by fall 2014. Hospital launches new blog You may have noticed that we have changed the name of this publication from Hospital News to A Healthy Dose. We’ve made the change to align with the launching of our new hospital blog of the same name. A Healthy Dose is your resource for health and wellness information. Learn about healthy living, learning opportunities and events, and hospital services while also getting an inside look at our organization. Have a general health-related question for us? E-mail it to us at AskCarroll@CarrollHospitalCenter.org with “Ask Carroll” in the subject line. We may answer your question in a future post! Please visit (and bookmark) CarrollHospitalCenter.org/blog and check back often. As always, we look forward to your feedback! Meet your blue friend Carroll, a go-to resource for all that Carroll Hospital Center has to offer. Carroll could be a friendly nurse, an administrator or a diligent doctor. Our friendly guide will take many forms, so keep your eyes open for Carroll on the blog and in other places! CarrollHospitalCenter.org 7 Walking TALL Spinal surgery relieves chronic pain Bowling used to be one of Jerry Boeckmann’s passions, along with hiking and enjoying outdoor activities with his two grown children and six grandchildren. Two years ago, however, chronic pain in his lower back and legs put an end to these pursuits for the energetic 75-year-old. “It was like a toothache—always there, and it wouldn’t go away,” says Boeckmann. “I had to give up bowling, and I used to go to the senior center and use their exercise equipment and couldn’t do that anymore. It hurt to walk as well.” Boeckmann sought advice from his primary care physician, who referred him to orthopaedic spinal surgeon Myles D. Brager, M.D. Boeckmann had already tried more conservative treatments, such as cortisone shots, but they afforded only temporary relief from his unrelenting discomfort. Looking at his new patient’s X-rays, Dr. Brager recommended spinal surgery for a more permanent solution to two degenerative conditions he found. “Mr. Boeckmann was suffering from the narrowing of the spinal canal and spinal instability,” Dr. Brager explains. In September 2012, Dr. Brager performed a complex spinal surgery on Boeckmann, removing the bone spurs, relieving pinched nerves and fusing four vertebra in his lower back to stabilize his spine. Boeckmann spent just three days at Carroll Hospital Center after the procedure, and was impressed by the experience. “Everyone, from the receptionist to the nurses to the people who drew blood, was fantastic,” he says. “I was very grateful for their kindness and care.” 8 A Healthy Dose Summer 2013 Carroll Hospital Center patient Jerry Boeckmann “ “ After my surgery, I had no more pain in my legs. It was wonderful—I felt like I was walking on a cloud. –Jerry Boeckmann, Carroll Hospital Center patient By the end of his first week out of the hospital, he could feel the difference the surgery had made. “Very soon the pain in my legs went down to almost nothing, and it was so wonderful,” Boeckmann recalls. However, his orthopaedic experiences were not quite over. Boeckmann also had deterioration of the hip joint, so Dr. Brager referred him to orthopaedic surgeon, David Silber, M.D., and Boeckmann received a total hip replacement in May. Although he is still recuperating from his hip surgery, Boeckmann has already noticed that walking feels more comfortable, and his pain is gone. He is looking forward to getting back to hiking this summer—and is planning to sign up for his bowling league in the fall. While many people are apprehensive about having spinal surgery, Boeckmann was ready to get back to his active life. “The track record of Dr. Brager speaks for itself, and I just knew that I didn’t want to live with pain anymore,” he says. “I wanted to feel better. And I do.” Building a Lasting Legacy for future generations The quality care that Brad and Jean Lawrence experienced from the nurses, doctors and staff at Carroll Hospital Center inspired the couple to include the hospital in their estate plans. “We are impressed at how the hospital is expanding to provide highly specialized care in so many critical areas and we want to support that effort,” say the Lawrences. “As Bridge Builders, we can leave a legacy to help Carroll Hospital Center and Carroll Hospice continue to expand and grow to serve our community into the future.” You can become a Bridge Builder by making a provision in your will, establishing a charitable gift annuity or trust, or designating Carroll Hospital Center or Carroll Hospice as a beneficiary of your estate, retirement plan, insurance policy, CD or bank account. Join Brad and Jean as Bridge Builders and create a lasting legacy for future generations. For more information, contact the Carroll Hospital Center Foundation at 410-871-6200 or visit CarrollHospitalFnd.org. Myles Brager, M.D., orthopaedic spinal surgeon, 410-876-8081 CarrollHospitalCenter.org 9 Modern Technology Funded Through Generosity Edwin Shauck is a familiar face to many in the community. Some have been serenaded by his beautiful piano solos at Antrim 1844, while others remember him as the former executive vice president of Carroll County Bank. Current and future generations who have never met Mr. Shauck will benefit from his generosity, for when the hospital’s Tevis Center for Wellness opens in fall 2014, it will house the Shauck Auditorium. Carroll Hospital Center has had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Shauck as a staunch supporter of the organization through his service as the past leader of several boards and committees and the former chairman of the board of directors (1980-1982). Designed to hold more than 200 people, the auditorium will be the perfect venue to host large community events, yet it can easily be converted into smaller meeting spaces for hospital staff and community classes. With its state-of-the-art technology, 10 A Healthy Dose Summer 2013 “ “ Mr. Shauck is grateful that his position and good fortune have allowed him to give back to the community through his contribution to the Campaign to Cure & Comfort, Always. the auditorium will feature high-definition video conferencing, the latest in projection technology and other advanced communication tools. Mr. Shauck is grateful that his position and good fortune have allowed him to give back to the community through his contribution to the Campaign to Cure & Comfort, Always. He does so in memory of his wife, Mary Jane, to whom he was married for 61 years until she passed away in 2010. The couple met on a blind date while she was attending Western Maryland College (now McDaniel College). After they married, the Shaucks built their life in Westminster, raising their daughter just down the road from the hospital. Today, Mr. Shauck enjoys being in close contact and proximity to his family, which includes his loving daughter, granddaughter and great-granddaughter. In addition to his family, music has always played an important role in Mr. Shauck’s life. As a teen, he played with local dance bands and had even considered becoming a professional musician. Edwin Shauck and his If you ever have the chance to hear Mr. wife, Mary Jane Shauck play Gershwin or his other favorites while dining at Antrim 1844, you will be in good company. He remembers the time he met Newt and Calista Gingrich there. Mrs. Gingrich told him he was a great player and asked “what is your background?” Mr. Shauck replied, “Oh, I’m just an old country banker.” An old country banker bringing people together through wonderful music and, soon, through a new, innovative meeting and education space. CarrollHospitalCenter.org 11 Keeping Your Bones Strong In a question-and-answer session with A Healthy Dose, Kiarash Zarbalian, M.D., of Carroll Health Group Endocrinology, discusses osteoporosis and the importance of vitamin D and calcium in your diet. What is osteoporosis and who is most at risk? Osteoporosis is a bone disease that literally means “porous bone.” The bones become thinner and the holes in them, which are normally small, become much larger. As a result, bones are much more susceptible to breaks from simple bumps or heavy lifting, let alone having a major fall. According to the surgeon general, one out of every two white women and one out of every four men over age 50 will have an osteoporosis-related fracture in their lifetime. Risk factors include advanced age, being female, smoking, excess alcohol consumption, chronic oral steroid use, and having a firstdegree relative who has had a fracture resulting from very little trauma. Several common diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis and type 2 diabetes, also can increase a person’s risk. Why are vitamin D and calcium important for our health? Calcium and vitamin D are essential for normal bone maintenance. Adequate amounts of both are beneficial in preserving bone and appear to reduce fracture risk, according to most studies. For osteoporosis prevention, most doctors recommend taking 1200 mg of total calcium daily (including diet and supplements) along with 800 units of vitamin D in postmenopausal women. In premenopausal women and men, we recommend 1000 mg of calcium and 400 to 600 units of vitamin D. If you have a vitamin D deficiency, your doctor may prescribe much higher doses. What are the best ways of getting vitamin D and calcium? In addition to taking supplements, a well-rounded diet is essential for getting adequate vitamin D and calcium. Fortified milk and other dairy products are the largest dietary source of vitamin D and calcium. Fish also provides a good source of vitamin D. Significant calcium is found in a diet that includes green vegetables, fortified cereal, nuts and soy products. Sun exposure also increases vitamin D levels, as the body uses UV light to form vitamin D. Visit CarrollHospitalCenter.org/calcium for calcium-rich recipes and resources. 12 A Healthy Dose Summer 2013 The Big Picture on the Keith O’Reilly, M.D., and Erin German, R.N. New Urology Suite Updated suite features new, state-of-the-art technology Remember the first time you saw the picture on a high definition flat screen TV and you couldn’t believe the difference? That is a hint of what the new imaging is like in the hospital’s completely renovated urology suite. The images from the new workstation are so clear that even the tiniest kidney stone can be easily spotted. And not only that, these crystal clear images are much larger. According to urologist Keith O’Reilly, M.D., now he can see both kidneys and the entire urinary tract all at once. “Before, I had to take multiple shots, reposition the patient and piece the images together,” he says. “This literally is getting the ‘big picture.’” Very few hospitals in the region have this workstation, and only Carroll Hospital Center has the newest version of it with the latest technology. “Other hospitals check out our system because it’s so state of the art,” says Erin German, R.N., urology and gynecology services coordinator. The equipment is not the only improvement to the suite. The area has doubled in size, making maneuverability even easier for staff and patients. German points out that the region has a higher than average incidence of kidney stones, which O’Reilly believes is mostly related to diet. But whatever the cause, thanks to the hospital’s updated suite, there is no better place to get treated for kidney stones, prostate problems and other urological issues. Need a urologist? We can help you get a clear picture on what to do next. Call our physician referral line at 410-871-7000 to find a urologist or visit CarrollHospitalCenter.org/physicians CarrollHospitalCenter.org 13 Breathing Easier after Pulmonary Rehabilitation One year ago, Kathy Petrie was recovering from lung surgery and struggling to cope with a recent diagnosis of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). She was attempting to regain her own strength with exercise at home—but was losing the battle to keep her strength and stamina up, along with her spirits. I didn’t have energy to do anything,” says Petrie, a retired schoolteacher. “My body was shutting down, and my doctor said that I might need oxygen eventually. That was very scary.” Petrie learned that her granddaughter, actress Beth Behrs of the sitcom Two Broke Girls, was traveling to New York City to appear on The View and wanted her to come along. Petrie knew she couldn’t make the trip in her condition. The time had come to take action. “ “ I never before had the kind of care I found at pulmonary rehab. They gave me my life back—there is really no other way to put it. 14 A Healthy Dose Summer 2013 —Kathy Petrie, Carroll Hospital Center patient “ “ ...we can maintain, and often improve, the quality of life for those who come to us for help. –Michele Burton, clinical coordinator of pulmonary rehabilitation (pictured right) Her physician recommended pulmonary rehabilitation at Carroll Hospital Center. Her next six months of rehabilitation therapy, according to Petrie, “got me back to my old self again.” The hospital’s pulmonary rehabilitation program is accredited by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, ensuring the highest level of multi-disciplinary, individualized care. “All of our programs are customized to meet the needs of each patient who comes to us for help,” explains Michele Burton, clinical coordinator of pulmonary rehabilitation. connecting Patients with resources After an initial one-on-one evaluation that explores the patient’s history, exercise tolerance and pulmonary capabilities, patients receive a customized rehabilitation plan created by Burton, a trained respiratory therapist. Most programs range from 8 to 12 weeks and involve three 1-hour sessions weekly. The new Care Connect service at Carroll Hospital Center helps patients regain control of their chronic conditions—and ultimately over their health and sense of well-being. The rehabilitation begins slowly with limited exercise, and heart and oxygen levels are monitored every step of the way. Over time, the length and difficulty of the exercises are gradually increased, allowing most to regain some of the stamina, lung capacity and abilities they may have feared were lost forever. Care Connect is a comprehensive, guided approach to care that supports patients who have—or are at risk of developing—diabetes, heart disease, lung disease and vascular disease. Patients are connected to a health navigator, a licensed nurse or social worker, who will help patients find the resources, services and support they need to gain control of their health. “We can’t cure many of the chronic conditions they face,” says Burton. “But we can maintain, and often improve, the quality of life for those who come to us for help.” Burton remembers Petrie and her extremely weakened condition when she arrived for therapy. She also remembers Petrie’s motivation and dedication to complete the program so that she could travel to New York with her granddaughter. In nearly 25 sessions under Burton’s guidance, Petrie used the treadmill, stationary bicycle, free weights and completed other exercises. She learned nutrition tips to keep herself healthy and gradually regained not only her energy but also her positive outlook on life. When Petrie’s granddaughter appeared on The View, Petrie was in the audience with a microphone on, talking about her with the show’s hosts. After that trip, Burton received a special note from the celebrity, which she says truly warmed her heart. It read: “Thank you for making my Gram healthy.” Depending on the disease or condition, Care Connect will assist patients with recommendations for appropriate physicians, screenings, support groups, rehabilitation services, financial resources, specialty services such as pulmonary or cardiovascular rehabilitation, and more. With Care Connect, patients no longer need to navigate the many avenues of treatment and rehabilitation alone. For more information about the comprehensive, connected care and support offered by Care Connect, or to request a consultation with a health navigator, call 410-871-7000 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. CarrollHospitalCenter.org 15 The Campaign to Cure & Comfort, Always is Carroll Hospital Center Foundation’s largest fundraising effort to date. Through this campaign, we will expand our services and facilities, advance our technologies, and bring essential health and wellness programs to our community. The campaign focuses on five key areas: construction of the new William E. Kahlert Regional Cancer Center; construction of the new Tevis Center for Wellness; investing in emerging technologies; strengthening cardiovascular and stroke care services; and creating the Carroll Hospice endowment fund. More than $19.4 million has been donated to the $22-million campaign. To date, the following donors have made generous commitments of $25,000 or more: Advanced Radiology Anonymous Councilwoman Suzanne Albert Mr. Glenn S. Bair Harvey & Ruth Bair Dr. Christos Ballas Mr. Robert M. & Mrs. Ruth B. Bare Mr. Wayne & Mrs. Bonnie Barnes Baugher Enterprises, Inc. BB&T Dr. J. Mark & Mrs. Anne Blue Carroll County Anesthesia Assoc.: Andrew Green, M.D. Jeffrey Tabak, M.D. Scott Cole, M.D. John Brock, M.D. Diana Eclavea, M.D. David Kottra, D.O. Kiran Kuna, M.D. Angelo Caprarella, M.D. Carroll Hospital Center Auxiliary Dr. Joan Develin Coley & Mr. M. Lee Rice Devaney & Associates, Inc.: Mrs. Diane Devaney & Mr. David DeKowski Doctors Hicken, Cranley & Taylor P.A. Economic Development/Commissioners of Carroll County Emergency Medicine Associates EMJAY Engineering & Construction Co., Inc. Mr. & Mrs. John F. Feezer, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Thomas K. Ferguson Mrs. Bridget H. & Mr. Charles O. Fisher, Jr. Fletcher Funeral Home, PA: Mr. Dale & Mrs. Teresa Fletcher Mr. & Mrs. Robin L. Ford Mr. P. Douglas & Mrs. Christine A. Gerstmyer Drs. Jason & Camille Hammond Mr. & Mrs. Todd Herring Mr. & Mrs. Martin K. P. Hill Mr. R. Neal & Mrs. Nancy Hoffman Dr. Syed S. Hosain Industrial Development Authority of Carroll County The Johansson Family Kahlert Foundation, Inc. Dr. & Mrs. Dineshkumar Kalaria Mr. Kevin & Mrs. Cristina Kelbly Mr. James G. Kohler Dr. & Mrs. Flavio W. Kruter Dr. & Mrs. Alfred W. Lee-Young Lehigh Cement Company Mr. K. Wayne & Mrs. Bonnie M. Lockard MasterWorks Dr. & Mrs. Samuel Matz Mr. & Mrs. G. Melvin Mills, Jr. Mrs. Bharati S. Morjaria Mr. Douglas & Mrs. Ellen Finnerty Myers Mr. Marcus Lee & Mrs. Louna S. Primm R. D. Bowman & Sons: Mr. Dirk & Mrs. Julie Bowman Mr. Dale & Mrs. Jeanne Bowman Dr. & Mrs. Natvarlal K. Rajpara Rotary Club of Westminster S. H. Tevis & Son, Inc.: Mr. & Mrs. Jack Tevis Dr. & Mrs. David J. Salinger Dr. Robert & Mrs. Carolyn Scott Dr. Ethan A. & Mrs. Deborah D. Seidel Mr. John M. & Mrs. Marion H. Sernulka Mr. Edwin W. Shauck Mr. Greg & Mrs. Leslie Simmons Dr. & Mrs. Joseph A. Soliman Dr. & Mrs. John A. Steers Sturgill & Associates: Mr. & Mrs. Lee Sturgill Mr. & Mrs. James Sturgill Terry’s Tag & Title: Ms. Terry Smack The Powers Family Foundation Mr. & Mrs. W. Dennis Thomas Thomas, Bennett & Hunter, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. Larry A. Van Sant, Sr. Dr. Michael Vietz Mr. Dale & Mrs. Peggy Wilhelm YGT Ltd.: Mr. & Mrs. Stevenson B. Yingling Mr. Carroll L. & Mrs. Susan M. Yingling Ms. Mary Lee Yingling To learn more about the Campaign, please visit CarrollHospitalCenter.org/Campaign or call 410-871-6200. 16 A Healthy Dose Summer 2013 2013 Physician of the Year Congratulations to Chintu Sharma, M.D., adult and pediatric hospitalist, who was named Carroll Hospital Center’s 2013 Physician of the Year during the annual Doctor’s Day celebration held at the hospital on March 26. Chosen from 12 Physician of the Month candidates, Dr. Sharma was selected based on his extraordinary care and his exemplifying the hospital’s SPIRIT values. Dr. Sharma also played an integral part in continuing the development of pain management services at the hospital. “Dr. Sharma is a role model who makes patient care his top priority,” said Leslie Simmons, R.N., FACHE, executive vice president and chief operating officer, as she announced him the winner. “He’s been commended by his colleagues for his outstanding care, his tireless work in creating best practice policies and his outstanding assistance in continuing to build an effective pain management service for patients with chronic pain.” Dr. Sharma has been affiliated with Carroll Hospital Center for nearly three years. Welcome Back, Dr. Lentz Carroll Hospital Center is pleased to announce the return of general surgeon Sarah Lentz, M.D., to Carroll Health Group’s team of expert surgeons. A board-certified surgeon, Dr. Lentz specializes in advanced laparoscopy, breast surgery and endocrine surgery. She also performs gallbladder surgeries, colonoscopies, hernia repairs and hemorrhoidectomies. Dr. Lentz previously served as medical director of The Women’s Place at Carroll Hospital Center from 2007 to 2010, where she was highly respected by coworkers and patients. “I’m really excited to be back at Carroll Hospital Center, where I know the staff is really helpful, caring and knowledgeable,” Dr. Lentz says. “It’s a good institution where I know everybody, so that’s a really good feeling.” Dr. Lentz received her medical degree from Dartmouth School of Medicine and completed her residency at Emory School of Medicine. Her medical career includes serving in the United States Air Force as a general surgeon for four years. During that time she was deployed to Saudi Arabia in 2003 and Iraq in 2006. To make an appointment with Dr. Lentz, please call Carroll Health Group General Surgery at 410-848-1818. CarrollHospitalCenter.org 17 Calendar & Support Groups Registration is required for all classes and programs with the exception of support groups unless otherwise indicated. To register or for more information, please call Health Access at 410-871-7000, or register online at CarrollHospitalCenter.org. All fees are non-refundable. Support Groups Bereavement Support Groups All support groups are provided free of charge. A.W.A.K.E. Network Celebrating 17 years For individuals with sleep apnea. Wednesday, September 4 7 – 9 p.m. Shipley Classroom Adult Diabetes Monday, October 7 7 – 8 p.m. Outpatient Center Classroom Registration required. NEW Breast Cancer: Beginning the Journey For newly diagnosed breast cancer patients within one month of diagnosis. Open to men and women. Facilitated by physicians and nurses. Second Tuesday of each month (beginning in September) 6 – 7 p.m. Outpatient Center Classroom Breast Cancer Second Tuesday of each month 7 – 8:30 p.m. Outpatient Center Classroom Breastfeeding Support Thursdays 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Outpatient Center Classroom Cancer Men, women and caregivers welcome. First and third Wednesday of each month 7 – 8:30 p.m. Outpatient Center Classroom Caregivers: To Whom it Matters Caregivers are welcome to bring those to whom they provide care. Second Tuesday of each month 4 – 5:30 p.m. Carroll County Bureau of Aging and Disabilities 125 Stoner Ave., Westminster Crohn’s and Colitis Co-sponsored by the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America. Tuesday, September 10 7 – 8 p.m. Shipley Classroom Bereavement Luncheon Call 410-871-6161 for more information. Open to any adult who has experienced the death of a loved one. Last Tuesday of each month, Noon Baugher’s Restaurant 289 W. Main St., Westminster No registration required. Gluten Free & You Grief Support Group Fibromyalgia & Arthritis Tuesday, October 22 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Shipley Classroom Registration required. Lymphedema Call 410-871-6161 for more information. Multiple Sclerosis Second Monday of each month (except December) 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Carroll Hospice Meeting Space 292 Stoner Ave., Westminster Ostomy Second Wednesday of each month 7 – 8 p.m. The Outpatient Center Classroom Parkinson’s Disease Thursdays, August 22, September 26, October 24 2 – 3:30 p.m. Shipley Classroom Prostate Cancer Second Wednesday of every other month. July 10 and September 11 6 – 8 p.m. Shipley Classroom See more calendar listings by visiting CarrollHospitalCenter.org, click on Class Registration. 18 A Healthy Dose Summer 2013 Call 410-871-7231 for more information or to register for any of our bereavement support groups. Open to adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. Fourth Tuesday of each month, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Trinity Lutheran Church 38 W. Baltimore St., Taneytown Registration required. Glade Valley Grief Support Group Open to adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. Third Thursday of each month, 2:30 – 4 p.m. Glade Valley Center, Genesis Health Care 56 W. Frederick St., Walkersville Registration required. Healing Hearts Day Camp A grief day camp for children ages 7 - 13 who have experienced the death of a loved one. Friday August 23, 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Landon C. Burns Park, Westminster Registration and completed application required. Pathways Bereavement Open to adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. Third Wednesday of each month, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Carroll Hospice Pet Loss Addressing the emotional issues and coping strategies concerning the death of a pet. Saturday, July 13, 10:30 a.m. – noon Carroll Hospice Widows Open to women whose spouse has died. First Tuesday of each month, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Carroll Hospice Widowers Open to men whose spouse has died. First Tuesday of each month, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Carroll Hospice Planning for Parenthood Breastfeeding Prepare for a positive breastfeeding experience, including benefits and techniques, handling common breastfeeding concerns, breast pumps and more. Tuesday, July 23, August 20, September 17 and October 15 6:30 – 9 p.m., Shipley Classroom $30 per couple Childbirth Review For couples who have previously attended a childbirth preparation class and need review of labor and delivery, including coping techniques. Call 410-871-7000 for more information. Family Birthplace Tours Tours of The Family Birthplace are held twice a month and are offered as part of the Prepared Childbirth programs. To register for a tour not affiliated with a particular class, call 410-871-7000 for dates and times. Prepared Childbirth Class (3 nights) Offers preparation for a meaningful, knowledgeable childbirth experience taught by a certified instructor. Relaxation and breathing techniques are an integral part of the program. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6 – 9 p.m. July 9, 11 and 16; August 6, 8 and 13; September 5, 10 and 12; October 1, 3 and 8 Shipley Classroom $70 per couple Prepared Childbirth Weekend Expectant parents with busy schedules may want to attend a weekend of childbirth preparation. Friday, 6 – 9 p.m./Saturday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. August 23 & 24; October 18 & 19 Shipley Classroom $100 per couple, includes lunch voucher on Saturday. Safe Start For new and expectant parents, grandparents and caregivers. Learn about infant safety including child-proofing, poison prevention, car seat safety, SIDS, CPR and choking rescue for infants less than one year of age. Not a certification class. Thursday, July 25, September 19 6:30 – 9 p.m., Shipley Classroom $50 per couple, includes Infant CPR Anytime Kit Healthy Living Cancer Survivorship Series Pathway to Health: Embracing the “New Norm” A cancer survivorship series for men and women. Navigating the Sea of Emotions Presented by Jan Nicholson, Ed.D. Monday, September 30, 6 – 7 p.m. The Women’s Place, Free The Road to Better Nutrition and Exercise Presented by Stacey Wilson, exercise therapist and wellness coach, and a Martin’s Food Market nutritionist Tuesday, October 29, 6 – 7 p.m. The Women’s Place, Free Stepping Stones: Surveillance, Screening and Medical Follow-up Presented by Flavio Kruter, M.D., hemotology and oncology Wednesday, November 6, 6 – 7 p.m. The Women’s Place, Free COMING SOON Exercise Program for Cancer Survivors In partnership with Y of Central Maryland Hill Family Center. Call 410-871-7000 for more information or to be placed on the waiting list. Heart of the Matter Education Series Stroke & Stroke Prevention Tuesday, August 20, 7 – 8 p.m. Shipley Classroom, Free Diabetes & Heart Disease Tuesday, October 15, 7 – 8 p.m. Shipley Classroom, Free Honoring our Bodies, Ourselves Presented by Jan Nicholson, Ed.D. Understanding how a healthy lifestyle can lead to a better self image. Tuesday, October 15, 6 – 7 p.m. Outpatient Center Classroom, Free Living Well...Take Charge of Your Health Sponsored by the Carroll County Bureau of Aging and Disabilities, a Maryland Access Point Site. Thursdays, September 12 – October 17 8:30 – 11 a.m. Outpatient Center Classroom, Free For more information or to register call 410-386-3810. Look Good…Feel Better Just for Kids Program to help women cope with the appearancerelated side effects of chemotherapy. Mondays, July 22, September 16 and October 28, 1 – 3 p.m. Monday, August 19, 5 – 7 p.m. The Women’s Place, Free Call 410-871-6161 to register. Babysitting & CPR Lymphedema: Reduce Your Risk In this two-part course, participants will learn how to create a safe environment for children, plus appropriate ways to keep children occupied. Instruction on how to handle emergencies, as well as CPR training is included. Participants must be at least 12 years old. Wednesday, July 24, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. and Thursday, July 25, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Shipley Classroom $60 per person I Am Special (Sibling Preparation Program) Offers children ages 3 to 7 an opportunity to prepare for the arrival of a new baby in your family and to feel special about becoming a big brother or sister. Sundays, August 11 and October 13 1:30 – 3 p.m. $15 per child Wednesdays, September 25 and October 30 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. The Women’s Place, Free Speakers Available The Speakers Bureau at Carroll Hospital Center brings the expertise of the area’s health care professionals to your organization. Our professionals are available to speak on a wide range of health topics to community groups of 20 or more. For more information or to make a request for this complimentary service, please call 410-871-7121 or visit CarrollHospitalCenter.org/speakers-bureau CarrollHospitalCenter.org 19 Calendar & Support Groups Registration is required for all classes and programs with the exception of support groups unless otherwise indicated. To register or for more information, please call Health Access at 410-871-7000, or register online at CarrollHospitalCenter.org. All fees are non-refundable. Special Services Mind and Body To schedule an appointment for any of our services, call Health Access at 410-871-7000. All Mind and Body classes and programs are held at The Women’s Place unless otherwise noted. Acupuncture By appointment only. $135–initial treatment; $80–follow-up visit Community Acupuncture Intake $40, Follow-up visits $25 Aromatherapy Massage Surround yourself in the aroma of your choice from one of the therapist’s essential oil blends and soothe away stress and tension. $75 per session The Boutique at the Women’s Place A boutique specializing in merchandise for women with cancer. The Women’s Place Charges apply. Limited quantities of wigs and head coverings are available free of charge. By appointment only. Call 410-871-6161 for more information or to schedule an appointment. Cancer Navigation Services A free comprehensive resource for men and women pending a diagnosis or in any stage of cancer. Call 410-871-6161 for more information. Cancer Nutritional Services Call 410-871-6161 for more information. Center for Breast Health A comprehensive resource for women pending a diagnosis or in any stage of breast cancer. Call 410-871-7120 for more information. Genetic Counseling In partnership with University of Maryland Greenebaum Cancer Center. Services are available for cancer patients and those at risk for the disease. Call 410-871-6161 for more information. Hot Stone Body Massage Free trial session Wednesday, September 18 By appointment only. Taneytown Professional Center 417 E. Baltimore St., Suite C Call 410-871-7000 to register. Infant Massage Continuing Yoga Practice & Review (4 weeks) 60-minute massage, $80 For babies age 3 weeks to 6 months and one or both parents. First session: $70, includes instruction, Massage oil and book. Additional session: $55 Integrative Reflexology® 30-minute session, $45 60-minute session, $70 Call 410-871-6161 for information. IPL & Laser Services Hair removal, treatment of Rosacea, spider veins on the face and skin pigmentations. Call 410-871-6161 for more information. Japanese Hot Stone Facial Massage 30-minute massage, $50 Lymphedema Treatment Services Call 410-871-6161 for information and appointments. Massage General, pregnancy, cancer and mastectomy massage. By appointment only. 15-minutes, $20; 30-minutes, $45 60-minutes, $70; 90-minutes, $95 Reiki One-hour, $70; 30-minute, $45 The Resource Center A comprehensive health library. Open Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Call 410-871-6161 for more information. 20 A Healthy Dose Summer 2013 Auricular (ear) Acupuncture Thursdays, October 31 – November 21 6 – 7:15 p.m. $45 per person Mini Massage Day Wednesdays, July 24, August 28, September 25 and October 23 By appointment only. 15-minutes $20; 30-minutes $45 Reiki I Monday, September 9, 6 – 9 p.m. $70 per person Reiki II Monday, October 14, 6 – 9 p.m. $85 per person Yoga (7 weeks) Thursdays, September 5 – October 24 (skip September 19) Prenatal Yoga*: 4:30 – 5:20 p.m. *Physician consent required Continuing Yoga: 5:30 – 6:45 p.m. Beginning Yoga: 7 – 8:15 p.m. $79 per person Tobacco Cessation Stop Using Tobacco for Life (5 weeks) Learn strategies for quitting and developing healthy new habits. Sponsored by the Carroll County Health Department. Thursdays, August 8 – September 5 & October 24 – November 21 7 – 9 p.m. Carroll County Health Department 290 South Center St., Westminster Free Grow Your Health Special Events Auxiliary Books Are Fun Book Fair To benefit the William E. Kahlert Regional Cancer Center. Thursday, August 22, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Friday, August 23, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Carroll Hospital Center Main Lobby Auxiliary Gala To benefit the William E. Kahlert Regional Cancer Center. Saturday, November 2, 6:30 p.m. – midnight Martin’s Westminster For sponsorships, tickets, donations or more information, contact Carroll Hospital Center Volunteer Services at 410-871-7280 or visit www.CHCGala.org Auxiliary Uniform City Scrub Sale To benefit the William E. Kahlert Regional Cancer Center. Thursday, October 10, 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. Friday, October 11, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Carroll Hospital Center Main Lobby Bingo Dinner To support the Center for Breast Health. Saturday, October 5 Doors open at 5 p.m. $32 (includes bingo cards and dinner) Theme: Going down the ocean, hon Gamber Fire Hall For tickets, call Herb Marquess at 410-356-7872 or Carroll Hospital Center Foundation at 410-871-6200. Carroll Golf Classic Friday, September 13 7:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. flights Piney Branch Golf & Country Club Register at CarrollHospitalCenter.org, or call 410-871-6200 for more information. Interfaith Service of Remembrance The service will include prayers, reading, music and a special candle lighting ceremony to celebrate the lives of those who have passed away at the hospital. Friday, September 20, 4 – 5 p.m. Shipley Classroom For more information, call 410-871-6679. Pink Fling Luncheon To benefit the WISH Fund Supports the Center for Breast Health Call 410-871-6200 for more information. Year of the Book Signing Event *NEW!* A book signing with local authors to benefit the William E. Kahlert Regional Cancer Center. Thursday, August 1, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Carroll Hospital Center Main Lobby For information call Volunteer Services at 410-871-7280. Certified CPR Healthcare Provider CPR – Initial This class is for health care professionals and professional rescuers. Friday, August 9 and Monday, October 7 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Shipley Classroom $80 per person Healthcare Provider CPR – Renewal Must have a current AHA Healthcare Provider Card to register. Monday, July 29, Noon – 4 p.m. Tuesday, September 24, 8 – 11:30 a.m. Shipley Classroom $64 per person HeartCode® BLS An alternative to the traditional BLS class, this American Heart Association BLS e-learning program is now being offered as an option to renew your Healthcare Provider CPR. Call 410-871-7000 for more information. AT THE TOTAL HEALTH EXPO Saturday, October 26 8 a.m. – noon Carroll Hospital Center Bushels oF Family Fun & activities Interactive educational displays Health information booths Activities for the kids Plus! Free snacks, prizes & giveaways too! FR EE & low-cost health scr een ings For your whole Family Blood pressure, cholesterol*, foot health, glucose*, knee & hip*, oral health, osteoporosis, skin cancer*, vascular & vein*, and more! *Registration required. Call 410-871-7000 to register now. Screenings Blood Pressure Screenings Registration not required. Carroll Hospital Center Main Lobby Mondays, August 5, September 9, October 7 3 – 4 p.m. New Windsor Post Office Tuesdays, August 6, September 3, October 1 10 – 11:30 a.m. Sykesville Post Office Mondays, July 29, August 26, September 30, October 28 11 a.m. – noon Westminster Post Office Mondays, August 5, September 9, October 7 1 – 2 p.m. For more information, call 410-871-7000. CarrollHospitalCenter.org 21 Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Westminster, MD Permit No. 348 200 Memorial Avenue |Westminster, Maryland 21157 Manchester Primary Care Hampstead Cardiology Primary Care Westminster Cardiology Ear, Nose & Throat Endocrinology General Surgery Gerontology* Neurology Neurosurgery OB/GYN Orthopaedics Pediatrics Plastic Surgery* Primary Care Vascular Surgery Quality Care, Close to Home With 26 office locations throughout the area, Carroll Health Group’s family of primary and specialty care providers can serve virtually all of your health care needs—close to home. For individual office addresses and phone numbers, physician bios and more, please visit our website at CarrollHealthGroup.org Mt. Airy Cardiology Pediatrics Primary Care Finksburg Primary Care Reisterstown Cardiology* Orthopaedics Primary Care Eldersburg Cardiology Ear, Nose & Throat OB/GYN Orthopaedics Plastic Surgery* Primary Care Woodbine Primary Care *Coming August 1