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hurley diversity, equity & inclusion council
Over the past several months, the DE&I Council recorded a series of videos that address staff concerns voiced in the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Survey sent out last year. This video addresses: Tyree Walker Human Resources (Retired)
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Veterans’ Day 2021 Honoring all who have served and continue to serve Veteran’s Day reminds us of the many sacrifices made by all current and past U.S. military personnel. We should all let their dedication to upholding Americans’ freedoms, both in active duty and beyond, serve as an inspiration to us as we try to live by their example. On this special day of observance, we hope that all veterans feel remembered and honored for all that they have done. Please take time to view the very special slideshow of our active duty and veteran employees and/or family members, which ran on the Hurley Intranet and on the flat panel located in the 1West Lobby.
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october LAWRENCE TOWNSEL
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Our Employee of the Month for November, Now that he’s at Hurley, he is realizing just how Lawrence Townsel, has been at Hurley for four many people he knows in the community, and of years. He works as a Porter in the Laundry those he doesn’t know, there’s a good chance Department and his day starts early at 4:00 a.m. they have some kind of connection. One of the Lawrence has a variety of responsibilities but best parts of his job as a Porter, as he said, is starts most days picking up used linens, working “seeing and meeting people. My goal is to get downward from the ninth floor. Throughout the someone to smile every day.” He knew Hurley day, he’ll pack linen carts and deliver them to would be a great place to work right away. nurses’ stations, and fold and load the scrub During orientation, he knew people through machines. There’s always a deadline, and family and community connections and knew Lawrence appreciates that aspect of the work. “I many people on the floors when his supervisor couldn’t handle a job gave him a tour. that had me sitting Lawrence was also down all day,” he said. a mentor for Big Lawrence was born at Brothers Big Sisters Hurley sixty-one years for five years. He was ago and has spent his awarded the “Big life in Flint raising a son Brother of the Year” and a daughter with his in 2016. He explained wife, all while serving that you have a child the Flint community. placed with you He worked for the mentoring them Flint Public Library until they turn 18. He for thirty-seven years, as both a clerk and an found himself placed with a special needs child assistant supervisor. For thirteen of those years, at the age of 9. He would spend time with him, he drove the bookmobile and delivered books teach and encourage him and take him out on all over the city of Flint, including schools, senior activities. His primary goal was to encourage centers, daycares and neighborhood stops. It’s him to grow to be a better person, as well as a easy to see how all that experience translates to leader. Lawrence noted that he is still in touch his work at Hurley. As he explained, he thrives with the child that he mentored through Big on “the physical part of the job. Staying on top Brothers Big Sisters and is proud to note that he of details, and getting orders delivered on time.” has grown to be a wonderful young man. Another benefit of working at the library was that Lawrence was able to meet a lot of people.
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Lawrence’s favorite pastimes are bowling, roller skating and shooting pool. He has bowled
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in leagues just about everywhere in the area, including Galaxy Lanes and B’s Bowling Center. His roller skating time was split between Skateland and Rollhaven. He used to have his own pool table but now finds himself playing at all kinds of different places. Both his kids have grown up now and both live in Florida. Lawrence extended his appreciation for being nominated for Employee of the Month. He is so grateful and appreciative. He was extremely surprised. He noted his appreciation for all the wonderful gifts and is excited to wear his jacket. He truly appreciates his coworkers and his supervisor, Mike Wilson. Lawrence noted, “I am so grateful to work with such amazing people. My boss is wonderful. He is very encouraging and always shares how much he appreciates the work I do.”
"Lawrence's performance and qualities are awesome. He's strongly motivated to achieve optimal results and displays a strong incentive to succeed. On top of all this, he also displays an enthusiastic spirit." -Michael Wilson, Laundry Operations Supervisor
Lawrence received a gift package that included a pizza party with his team, a day off with pay, a Team Hurley All-Star fleece jacket, a one-month membership to the YMCA, a $25 Sodexo gift card, a $25 gift card from Sovita Credit Union, a $25 gift card to the Hurley Lobby Shop and a framed certificate. Congratulations, Lawrence!
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daisy award recipient
TA B AT H A H I L L , B S N , R N
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Our October Daisy Award recipient from pediatrics to 9East was no is Tabatha Hill, RN. Tabatha began problem, as she had experience her career at Hurley immediately with administering chemotherapy after graduating from University and was familiar with the protocols. of Michigan-Flint. She initially Tabatha explained how a nurse worked in pediatrics on 3rd shift has many roles. They are not just for five years, noting she chose a nurse but are a communicator, pediatrics due to an experience translator, transporter, nursing with a patient. The situation truly assistant, even at times, a standtouched her heart, and she knew in family member and ultimately, she wanted to be a pediatric nurse. a patient advocate. These Then, COVID occurred and like so responsibilities include discussions many others, she found herself in on end-of-life or home care or even a changing work environment that coordinating with other teams and caused a greater need for RNs in physicians on how to achieve some other areas. Tabatha responded type of independent care for the to that need and began working patient enabling them, if possible, in patient care areas throughout to spend their last moments at the hospital. She was assigned home. to 9East, temporarily at first, and after a couple of months, accepted Tabatha displayed a great deal of empathy when speaking about a permanent position. “I came to 9East as a temporary reassignment the patients on 9East. “You try to remind yourself that it is not and then, just made it my home. I your family, but it is your family. took a full-time position within a Patients going through the final couple months and then, moved measures of their life, and their to the day shift. That was quite family cannot bear to see them a transition but everyone was so helpful, super friendly and great to there sometimes. You are the person taking care of them in their work with,” noted Tabatha. last moments. It is very difficult. It Tabatha has now been working is who we are as nurses taking care on 9East for one year. She notes of these patients. If it is someone that while 9East is traditionally that this patient needs walking an oncology unit, it is slowly them through the final parts of becoming more medical/surgical. their life, this is what I need to Tabatha found transitioning be.” She conveyed such pride in 10 • HURLEY MEDICAL CENTER
being a nurse and expressed what she considers to be the rewarding aspects, “When you receive a simple acknowledgement, a thank you for taking care of me or thank you for your help, even a smile, it does give you the extra momentum to get through the day.” Tabatha explained how important it is to always try to be helpful. She expressed that for her, it is her way of giving back. She embodies the concept of teamwork. She is always trying to pitch in wherever she can. She believes, “That is what nursing is all about, helping your fellow nurse with their patient. If you are able and can assist, lend a hand. It is a life lesson. It makes your team stronger.” She shared how appreciative she is to the team of 9East, noting that they display perseverance every single day. They help each other with difficult tasks and even small things, making certain that everyone takes a lunch break or bringing in and sharing snacks. They remind each other that today is a bad day but tomorrow is going to be better. Tabatha notes, “It is tough in nursing right now but somebody is always trying to be that positive person, who shines through, who gives that extra motivation to keep going.”
Tabatha was totally shocked to receive the Daisy Award. She expressed her appreciation with receiving the award and acknowledged how grateful she is to her team on 9East. She thanked her family. She has two daughters and she said, “They always understand when I’ve had a rough day and know when I need a hug.” She acknowledged husband, John, who she credits as an amazing man and is very supportive at home, of her job or just supportive with any venture she may endeavor.
"Tabatha is an amazing Nurse. Our unit struck gold the day she decided to be part of our team!" -Yolanda M. Ascencio RN Nurse Manager, 9 East - Oncology/Hematology
Tabatha embodies the idea of teamwork. She goes above and beyond to learn something new that she is unfamiliar with. She is very thorough with her patients and their care, all the way through to discharge. She is quick to bring up someone’s spirits when they are struggling. She has a positive outlook on situations and brings a smile to those she works with. -Comments from Daisy Award Nomination.
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closing the loop on breast cancer LEARNING ABOUT RECONSTRUCTION OPTIONS
On October 28, Dr. Saab presented “Closing the Loop on Breast Cancer” for Hurley’s Healthy Living Series. His presentation covered options for breast reconstruction surgeries, and afterward, he answered questions from viewers.
Breast Reconstruction Candidates Women who have had surgery, such as a mastectomy due to breast cancer, are candidates to undergo breast cancer reconstruction, or surgery to replace and/or reshape the breast. Breast reconstruction can help patients who have had their entire breast removed due to cancer or those who have had part of their breast with cancer removed and are left with significant asymmetry in their breasts.
Breast Reconstruction Options Implants Implants themselves have two options. First is a single stage treatment where the patient immediately receives an implant. The second is where the tissue is expanded using varying sizes of implants and when the desired size is reached, the patient receives a final implant.
Autologous Reconstruction Autologous reconstruction has three options. First is the Latissimus Dorsi Flap that uses a patient’s own muscle, fat and skin from the back to reconstruct the breast. This route frequently requires an implant underneath the tissue for volume. Second is the tram TRAM Flap, a reconstructive process that uses a patient’s lower stomach skin and excess fat to form and shape a new breast, but without sacrificing the stomach abdominal muscles. Lastly, the DIEP, or Free Flap, option uses the excess skin and fat from the patient’s lower abdomen, buttock, or inner thigh to shape and form a new breast without sacrificing the muscles.
Oncoplastic Breast Reduction If only the cancerous part of the breasts have been removed, and enough tissue still remains, an Oncoplastic Breast Reduction uses the remaining tissue to shape the breasts. Healthy Living
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Question and Answer Segment Recovery Time The question and answer portion of Dr. Saab’s presentation addressed questions and concerns that patients may have when faced with breast cancer. Recovery normally takes a year from initial reconstruction to final results. Also important to note is that implants have shelf life, like joint replacements. Tissue replacement options are a bigger investment upfront, because it's a larger surgery, but the dividends are greater because once the tissue survives it will always be there. Reconstruction and Risk of Cancer Returning: In response to another question, Dr. Saab explained that reconstruction itself does not increase or change the risk of getting cancer again. However, implant-based reconstruction is associated with a very rare form of lymphoma. This risk is specifically associated with a particular kind of implant. That said, radiologists today are very skilled at reading mammograms and MRIs and, with the current state of radiologic technology, data shows these surgeries don’t impact the detection of cancer.
Physical Effects of Reconstructive Surgery Other questions focused on the physical effects of reconstructive surgery. Regarding scarring, there will be a scar at the site of tissue removal if autologous options are pursued, and recovery is longer for patients using their own tissue compared to implants. Contralateral surgery is used to retain symmetry during reconstructions. Dr. Saab also explained that when there is a mastectomy, the nerves that supply sensation to the nipple are removed. Around a year out of surgery, patients might feel some sort of a sensation but it never recovers fully.
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Effects of Chemo and Radiation Finally, it’s important to note that if there are complications in the reconstruction, chemo or radiation might need to be held off to allow for healing, or reconstruction may need to wait until after chemo and radiation treatments are completed. Dr. Saab is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon with special interests in breast reconstruction, trauma reconstruction, hand surgery, lymphatic surgery and cosmetic surgery. He is board certified in general surgery, and completed his general and plastic surgery training at Henry Ford Health System.
To access the event, CLICK YouTube link: https://youtu.be/rf_VGuxq1oY Appointments can be made with Ihaab R. Saab, MD, Plastics & Reconstructive Surgeon, by calling: 810.262.7300
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hurley diabetes center OFFERS VIRTUAL CLASSES BEGINNING JANUARY 2022 Virtual Classes Starting January 2022
body either does not make enough insulin or cannot use the insulin it makes as well as it should. When this happens, health problems could develop over time, such as heart disease, vision loss and kidney disease.
Along with in-person and telephone classes, the Diabetes Center will soon be launching a virtual class series for adults with diabetes and diabetes during pregnancy. This series of 1-hour classes will begin Who’s at risk? on January 25th, will be twice a week (Tuesdays and You are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes if you: Thursdays) and will run for 4 weeks. The class will be limited to 8 attendees. A one-hour phone assessment • Are overweight • Have a parent or sibling is required and can be scheduled starting in • Are 45 years or with type 2 diabetes December. To register, a doctor’s referral is necessary, older • Aren’t very physically as well as your requesting the virtual class option with active central scheduling when they call to schedule your appointment. A computer and adequate internet are There is no cure for diabetes, but that does not also necessary for this virtual class. mean, if diagnosed with the disease, you cannot live a normal life. A proper diet, along with exercise, can What is prediabetes? Before a person is diagnosed with diabetes, he might go a long way in managing and maintaining a healthy, happy lifestyle. have prediabetes. Prediabetes means a person's sugar level is higher than normal, but not high enough to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. People with prediabetes are on the road to develop type 2 diabetes and are also at increased risk for serious health problems, such as stroke and heart disease. Unfortunately, most people who have prediabetes do not know it. 84 million Americans have prediabetes. The good news? Prediabetes can often be reversed through lifestyle changes such as increased physical activity and weight loss. The earlier people are diagnosed with prediabetes, the more likely they can reverse it and prevent type 2 diabetes
Diabetes Symptoms If you have the following symptoms, see your doctor about getting your blood sugar tested: • • • • •
If you pee more than usual, especially at night Are constantly thirsty Lose weight without trying Are very hungry Have blurry vision
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Have numb or tingling hands or feet Feel tired much of the time Have very dry skin Have sores that heal slowly Have more infections than usual
What is type 2 diabetes? Diabetes is a long-lasting disease that affects how your body turns food into energy. Most of the food you eat is broken down into sugar and released into your bloodstream. Your pancreas makes insulin, which acts like a key to let the blood sugar into your body’s cells for use as energy. If you have diabetes, your
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Take a self-evaluation and assess your risk today.
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Hurley’s Diabetes Center is “Here for You” Did you know that the Hurley Diabetes Center Adult Education Program had approximately 800 referrals last year? Of those referrals, 51% were 45-64 years old, 37% were >65 and 12% were 19-44. Yes, young people can get type 2 diabetes! The average A1c of those who started the program was 9.34. The average upon completion was 7.57, an average decrease of 1.77. This is better than most medicines! 15% of these patients had an A1c of less than 7 upon completion of the class.
Ready to learn more about Hurley’s Diabetes Education Program? Adult Diabetes Education Program Learn how to control your diabetes so you can live a healthy life. We teach you what diabetes is and what puts you at risk for getting diabetes. You will also learn about blood sugar monitoring, diabetes medicines, including insulin pump, how to stay healthy with diabetes and what to eat. Virtual classes are available.
Diabetes during Pregnancy Education Program Pregnant or soon-to-be pregnant women are offered diabetes education and medical management during their pregnancy. Our staff will teach you everything you need to know about pregnancy and diabetes. Virtual classes are available. For more information: Call 810-262-9126
Pediatric Diabetes Education Program Hurley’s Pediatric Diabetes Education Program is the only diabetes pediatric education and management program of its kind in Genesee County. We assist children with type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes and pre-diabetes. We work with children and their parents to help them cope with diabetes and stay healthy as they grow. We also visit schools to teach students and school staff about diabetes. For more information: Call 810-262-6162
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preceptor of the year BRANDON R. FLUES, PHARMD, BCPS Dr. Cambria worked since July 2019. Dr. Flues rounds daily on DeHoag, PharmD, patient care floors with the adult internal medicine Director of services, serves as co-director of the antimicrobial Experiential stewardship program, participates in resident Education, Ferris quality improvement/research projects and is State University a member of numerous committees at Hurley College of Medical Center. Pharmacy, Dr. Flues has been a preceptor since 2019 and is presented the passionate about training future pharmacists. He Preceptor of the precepts student pharmacists from Ferris State Year award to Dr. University College of Pharmacy and Creighton Brandon Flues. University College of Pharmacy. Students have The Preceptor of the opportunity to rotate through Hurley for 5-6 the Year Award week rotations in internal medicine and infectious is an award that honors preceptors who have disease. The internal medicine demonstrated a commitment rotation allows students to gain to excellence in the clinical “We have excellent healthcare inpatient pharmacy experience education of pharmacy professionals throughout our and develop necessary skills students as a mentor and institution, which creates a great to provide direct patient care. instructor. Winners are learning environment for our Pharmacy students participate in individuals who are exemplary students that rotate at Hurley.” interdisciplinary rounds, develop practitioners, role models, and implement patient-centered -Brandon R Flues, PharmD, BCPS coaches, learning facilitators Infectious Diseases & Internal Medicine medication care plans and and team players. Clinical Pharmacy Specialist provide medication education Pharmacy Clinical Coordinator Dr. Flues received his Doctor to patients and providers. The of Pharmacy Degree from infectious disease rotation Ferris State University College of Pharmacy students participate in antimicrobial stewardship in 2018. He then completed a post-graduate activities, rounding with infectious disease consult pharmacy residency at Munson Medical Center service and gain experience in infection control in Traverse City, MI. He is currently a Pharmacy and microbiology. Join us as we extend our Clinical Coordinator at Hurley, where he has congratulations to Dr. Flues! “I started working with Dr. Flues about 2 ½ years ago
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-Cambria DeHoag, PharmD -Director of Experiential Education, Ferris State University College of Pharmacy
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Extra Life Game Day Raises Money for Hurley Kids On Saturday, November 6, more than 120 gamers from around the country came together to raise over $30,000 for Hurley Children’s Hospital during Extra Life Game Day. Included in the lineup of this year's gamers were two of Hurley's own IT team members: John Keane and Nathan Erinjeri, whose team "Gaming for Growth," raised more than $2,500. Since its inception in 2008, the Extra Life program has united participants nationwide to play their favorite games, while raising money for sick and injured children treated at their local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. Local gaming efforts continued into the end of the month as nearly 40 members of Kettering University’s varsity ESports team committed to 24 hours of gaming to raise money for Hurley kids. We are in awe of efforts made by our gaming community this year, and we can't wait to see what the future of the Extra Life program has in store.
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Costco - Midland Celebrates One Year Anniversary Congratulations to our friends at Costco in Midland who celebrated their first anniversary on Friday, November 12. From embarking on their inaugural Children's Miracle Network campaign this past spring, to celebrate a very special birthday with our 2021 CMN Champion, Lydia, it sure has been a memorable year. We are so grateful to have the Midland Costco team as part of our Hurley CMN family, and we are excited to celebrate many anniversaries to come!
Grant Received for Phototherapy Lights The Hurley Foundation received a $25,000 grant from the A.G. Bishop Charitable Trust to purchase five LED phototherapy lights for Hurley’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Preterm babies commonly need treatment for jaundice, a yellowish discoloration of the skin and/or eyes. Jaundice is caused by an immature liver due to prematurity, infection, medications or blood disorders. Light therapy or phototherapy is an effective treatment for mild to severe cases. It lowers bilirubin, a substance that is produced naturally as red blood cells recycle. Because the baby's liver is not yet fully mature, he/she is unable to breakdown and eliminate bilirubin. It is dangerous if bilirubin levels get too high. These new lights will provide coverage of the infant from head to toe, to optimize treatment so bilirubin levels are quickly and safely lowered.
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CENTER FOR JOINT REPLACEMENT ROSA Knee Robotic Technology Available at Hurley Medical Center Total joint replacement is one of the most commonly performed, elective surgical procedures in the United States. It is also becoming an increasingly popular outpatient procedure at hospitals across the country, including Hurley Medical Center in Flint, MI. Orthopedic surgeons and the medical staff at Hurley Medical Center are excited to offer Zimmer Biomet’s ROSA® Knee System, which brings together robotic technology and industry-leading knee implants to help surgeons personalize surgical procedures for their patients. You’re unique, and so are your knees. The ROSA® Knee System uses data collected before and during surgery to assist surgeons in giving you a knee replacement that’s unique and specific to you. Getting a precise knee implant fit is important to your comfort and overall experience following knee replacement surgery. Surgeons use the computer and software technology to control and move surgical instruments, allowing for greater precision during procedures, giving patients an increased chance for better recovery and long term results. “For everyone involved – surgeons, medical staff and, most importantly, patients – ROSA Knee has the potential to offer a number of key benefits and advantages,” said Catherine Metz, Service Line Administrator of Hurley’s Center for Joint Replacement. “We know the decision to have joint replacement is often a difficult one for patients to make, and we believe these robotically-assisted technologies have the potential to make it an easier one moving forward.” For more information on how patients may benefit from using ROSA Knee for total knee replacement, contact Hurley’s Center for Joint Replacement at cmetz1@hurleymc.com or 810.262.6339.
For more information on Hurley’s Center for Joint Replacement, visit hurleymc.com
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CENTER FOR
JOINT REPLACEMENT IT’S TIME FOR YOU TO ENJOY LIFE WITHOUT JOINT PAIN
Certified as a Blue Cross Center of Distinction for Knee and Hip Replacement, the Center for Joint Replacement at Hurley Medical Center consistently ranks above 90% in patient satisfaction. As the region’s experts in joint replacement surgery, we offer a comprehensive joint replacement experience. From pre-surgery testing, mobility assessment and exercises to a personalized physical therapy program after your surgery, we provide support and resources every step of the way.
ONLY THE CENTER FOR JOINT REPLACEMENT OFFERS YOU: ￭ The highest-quality surgical and therapeutic care ￭ The most up-to-date, minimally-invasive procedures ￭ The best orthopedic surgeons in the region ￭ Your own joint navigator and support team to care for you throughout your entire joint replacement journey
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hurley foundation volunteer of the month
october of the month The lobby shop is an important part of Hurley. It provides staff and visitors with a destination for the purchase of a variety of snacks and personal items, including patient gifts and greeting cards, along with seasonal products. It is caring individuals, like Ethan and Gavin, and a wonderful atmosphere that make it a pleasure to visit. Volunteers make a huge difference and are one of our most valuable resources. These young men provide outstanding customer service while coordinating and participating in the selling of merchandise; close the store, maintain and secure For the month of October, we are recognizing two cash deposits and assist in product restocking. outstanding young people as Volunteers of the Gavin and Ethan provide the opportunity for staff, Month, Ethan and Gavin Comini. Twin brothers who may not be able to otherwise, visit the lobby who are seniors attending Lakeland High School shop during extended hours on Wednesdays until in White Lake Michigan, find themselves providing 8:00pm. a much-needed service at Hurley by keeping our Young people choose to volunteer for a variety Lobby Shop open until 8:00pm on Wednesdays. of reasons. For some it offers the chance to It may seem like a small task but it comes along give something back to the community or make with the major responsibilities associated with a difference to the people around them. For school. Both Gavin and Ethan are working others, it provides an opportunity to develop toward pursuing education in a medical field so new skills or build on existing experience and are currently enrolled in advanced courses that provide college credit in Chemistry, Calculus and knowledge. Gavin and Ethan are seeking not only to fulfill school requirements but are hoping for Government. This is no small undertaking when you consider that in addition to school, homework exposure to a medical environment, as they work and volunteering, Gavin works part-time as a grill toward a career in the medical field. And how did they come to volunteer at Hurley, their dad was cook at a local establishment where they live. the one who referred them to a colleague who Ethan was also working part-time as a grill cook initiated the contact to Hurley Volunteer Services. but decided to pursue other projects.
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hurley foundation volunteer of the month Gavin notes, “I like to interact with all the people coming through the lobby shop, the staff and patients. There are a lot of people from different backgrounds.” “Volunteering gives you an inside look on how the hospital runs. I am hoping to see more of the inner workings of the hospital and get more hands on,” notes Ethan. It is wonderful how these brothers have such a strong partnership. They support and help each other in all aspects. They also have a competitive side, where they actually like to compete against each other. Their future plans are to attend college at Michigan State University, pursuing a degree in the medical field. They haven’t decided
what exactly they are pursuing but are reviewing their options. When they are not attending school, doing homework, volunteering or working, they enjoy weight lifting at a local gym. Gavin and Ethan extend their appreciation to their father for helping them obtain the opportunity of volunteering at Hurley. Both noted that they would recommend volunteering here to others. “It provides good experience and an opportunity to see what it is like to have a job. It is not stressful and is a good place to give your time as a volunteer.”
"Gavin and Ethan are super bright young men that have stepped up to keep our lobby shop open to our employees, visitors and patients until 8pm on Wednesday evenings. Many times when people think about volunteering with us, they think of clinical volunteer work, however we have so many opportunities beyond the patient floors that are mission critical, such as the lobby shop. Every dollar spent here gets reinvested into our organization. Thanks to volunteers like Ethan and Gavin the Foundation is able to have a larger impact on the medical center, and we are truly grateful for their service and support." Director of Volunteer and Community Engagement Jordan E. Brown, MBA
Nominate a volunteer: hurleyfoundation.org/volunteer/application
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12 Days of Savings! December 2021 Monday
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40% off all Holiday Decorations
*All profits made in the Hurley Foundation Lobby Shop are invested back into our organization. Thank you so much for investing in us!
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Marsha Schmit, RN, BSN, CBCN 810.262.7207 mschmit1@hurleymc.com
thank you community partners Grand Blanc Huntsman’s Club 12th Annual Bust ‘Em for Breast Cancer (Skeet & Sporting Clays Shoot) I would like to thank Judy Jones and her team at Grand Blanc Huntsman for hosting the 12th Annual Bust ‘Em for Breast Cancer Skeet & Sporting Clays Shoot. This year they graciously donated $10,700 to the Breast Cancer Navigation Fund. I am always so grateful for all of her hard work in coordinating and executing this event. It was a gorgeous fall day and lots of fun memories were created. With loads of gratitude,
Marsha Schmit Breast Cancer Navigator Elga Credit Union I would like to extend a great big heartfelt thank you to Elga Credit Union who presented Hurley Medical Center's Breast Cancer Navigation Fund with a $10,000 donation. They were inspired to raise money for our local community to show how much they care. I am so grateful to the donors and to the event host for this kind and generous donation, which will favorably impact the patients we serve. With loads of gratitude,
Marsha Schmit Breast Cancer Navigator
Lear/Flint I would like to extend a great big thank you to Lear/ Flint who raised $4,108 for the breast cancer navigation fund. Their generosity and community support is greatly appreciated. These funds will go a long way to change the lives of the people we have the opportunity to care for. Please accept my gratitude and best wishes for a great holiday season ahead. With loads of gratitude,
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B Y N A T A L I E G O L D E N U of M Student, Wellness Intern
Adopting a healthy lifestyle can help you prevent a diabetes diagnosis or manage your diabetes. It may also improve your critical health numbers, including weight, blood sugar, blood pressure and blood cholesterol.
Risk Factors of diabetes:
Eating healthy Making healthy food choices, including controlling portion sizes and reading food labels, is key to maintaining the right weight and preventing or managing diabetes. With prediabetes or diabetes, you have additional issues with food. For example, it’s important to limit simple carbohydrates that are in foods such as table sugar, cake, soda, candy and jellies. Consuming them can increase blood glucose.
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Family History (parent or sibling with diabetes)
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Keep a food and blood glucose log
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Having abnormal cholesterol levels (low levels of HDL, high triglycerides)
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By writing down what you eat, when you eat and how it affects your glucose levels, you can track how foods affect your body.
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Race or Ethnicity (higher risk for Black, Hispanic, American Indian and Asian American people)
Managing weight Being overweight or obese, makes it hard to manage Type 2 diabetes. It also increases the risk for high blood cholesterol and high blood pressure, risk factors for cardiovascular disease, which is the leading cause of death for people with diabetes. Two ways to help manage weight are to eat healthy and be more physically active. To lose weight, you must take in fewer calories than you use up through normal metabolism and physical activity.
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Tips on how to manage your diabetes: You must understand diabetes before you are able to manage it for yourself. Help from a doctor or diabetes care team may be needed to make personalized meal plans. Medication can also be taken to help manage your diabetes. These medications can range from insulin to non-insulin type medications. Your diabetes can change over time so these medications may need to be monitored regularly. If you feel overwhelmed with managing your diabetes, know you are not alone and there is help out there.
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INCLUDE:
LIMIT:
Fiber-rich whole grains (such as oatmeal, barley, brown rice, whole grain pasta, whole wheat and corn)
Sweets and added sugars (such as table sugars sucrose, glucose, fructose, maltose, dextrose, corn syrups, high-fructose corn syrup, concentrated fruit juice, honey, soda, fruit drinks, candy, cake and jellies)
Lean Meats (Chicken or turkey white meat without skin, or round sirloin, and loin cuts of meat)
Meat High in Saturated Fat and Cholesterol (such as sausages, bacon, fatty beef and pork, salami, and hot dogs)
Fruits and vegetables (deeply colored such as spinach, carrots, peaches and berries)
Sodium (Consume less than 2,300 milligrams (mg) a day. An ideal limit is less than 1,500 mg per day for most adults.)
Fat-free, 1-percent fat and low-fat dairy products
Saturated fats (contained in dairy products such as butter, whole milk, 2% milk and cheese, fatty meats and poultry, coconut oil and palm oil, hydrogenated oils and foods made with these ingredients).
Call to learn more about Hurley’s Diabetes Education Programs: 810-262-2310 Adult Diabetes Education Program 810-262-9126 Diabetes during Pregnancy Education Program 810-262-6162 Pediatric Diabetes Education Program
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physician connection
Hurley Online CME To get FREE continuing medical education online, please visit: education.hurleymc.com/cme/calendar for the following topics that have been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit ™: • Ethical Principles – Choosing Wisely (This activity fulfills the CE requirements for medical ethics.) • Managing the Chronic Opioid User (This activity fulfills the CE requirements for pain and symptom management.) • Promoting Safety when Prescribing Opioids (This activity fulfills the CE requirements for pain and symptom management.) • Human Trafficking: the Role of the Healthcare Provider (This activity fulfills the LARA training standards for identifying victims of human trafficking requirements.) • AJCC 8th Edition Breast Cancer Staging • Drug Endangered Children • Pediatric & Adolescent Obesity • Physician Burn Out • Thyroid Cancer Management • Impact of Racism on Children and Adolescents
Coronavirus Educational Resources There is a Novel Coronavirus Education Resources webpage on the ACCME website at www.accme.org/ coronavirus-resources that includes a list of accredited continuing education (CE) activities and additional resources that can help the clinician community respond to the novel coronavirus public health emergency. The majority of the CE activities are Free.
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CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS FOR MICHIGAN MEDICAL DOCTORS Authority: Public Act 368 of 1978, as amended
REQUIREMENTS FOR RENEWAL Each medical doctor is required to complete 150 hours of continuing education in courses or programs approved by the board of which a minimum 75 hours of the required 150 hours must be earned in courses or programs designated as Category 1 programs. A minimum of 1 hour of continuing education must be earned in the area of medical ethics. A minimum of 3 hours of continuing education must be earned in the area of pain and symptom management. Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) Mandatory Training Standards HUMAN TRAFFICKING R338.2413 Training standards for identifying victims of human trafficking; requirements. Rule 113. (1) Pursuant to section 16148 of the code, MCL 333.16148, an individual seeking licensure or licensed shall complete training in identifying victims of human trafficking. CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES R 338.3135 Opioids and other controlled substances awareness training standards for prescribers and dispensers of controlled substances; requirements. Rule 35. (1) An individual who is applying for a controlled substance license or who is licensed to prescribe or dispense controlled substances pursuant to section 7303 of the act, MCL 333.7303, shall complete a 1-time training, in opioids and controlled substances awareness.
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welcome new providers MEDICINE
SURGERY
Huda Marcus, MD
Lawrence Bugg, CPO
Internal Medicine Hurley Medical Center Internal Medicine Two Hurley Plaza Suite 212 Flint, Michigan 48503 Office Phone: 810- 262-9275 Office Fax: 810- 262-7245 Office Manager: Alicia Ferguson Michelle Powell, NP
Nurse Practitioner Advanced Cardiovascular Clinic 6122 W. Pierson Rd Suite 1 Flushing, Michigan 48433 Office Phone: 810- 600-3399 Office Fax: 810- 600-3398 Office Manager: Aubrey Long
Orthotist/Prosthetist Orthotech Prosthetics & Orthotics 4511 Miller Rd. Flint, Michigan 48507 Office Phone: 810-230-6688 Office Fax: 810-230-6689 Office Manager: Kathy Sauvola Jeremy LaBelle, PA-C
Physician Assistant Hurley Trauma Services One Hurley Plaza, 7B Flint, Michigan 48503 Office Phone: 810-262-9355 Office Fax: 810-262-6341 Office Manager: Pauline Tippett
last chance: Please take the CME Needs Assessment Survey and be eligible for the gift card drawing on 12/6/2021! In order to meet your educational needs and relicensure requirements, please complete a survey using any of the following methods: •
Type the link below in your Internet browser: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NZ9ZMQL
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Visit the Hurley website at: www.hurleymc.com > Education & Research > Continuing Medical Education > “Please take our CME Needs Assessment”
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On any computer in the Hurley Physician’s Lounge (non iSITE), look for the “2021 CME Needs Assessment” icon on the desktop screen
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Visit the Hurley INTRANET Homepage on any computer at Hurley, under Frequently Used Links, click on “CME Needs Assessment Survey”.
Be sure to include your Name to be eligible for the gift card drawing! If you have any questions, please contact the CME Department at 810.262.9142.
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physician connection REGULARLY SCHEDULED SERIES (RSS) CREDIT HOURS
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Multidisciplinary Tumor Board
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Oncology
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Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 AM WEEKLY
Shannon Schimmele 810.262.9585
Pediatric Grand Rounds
1.00
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Virtual and Ed Center Rm 123
Wednesdays, 8:00-9:00 AM WEEKLY
Audrina Roberts 810-262-7045
Pediatric Oncology Tumor Board
1.00
Oncology
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For Location, Day, and Time, please call the Pediatric Dept at 810-262-7045
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Audrina Roberts 810-262-7045
Pediatric Trauma Conference
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Trauma
Virtual
3rd Thursday, 8:00-9:00 AM MONTHLY
Valerie Canary 810.262.7163
Surgical Conference
1.00
Trauma
Virtual and 7B Conference Rm
3rd Friday, 7:00-8:00 AM MONTHLY
Pauline Tippett 810.262.6823
Surgical Critical Care Journal Club
1.00
Trauma
Virtual and 7B Conference Rm
4th Friday, 7:00-8:00 AM MONTHLY
Pauline Tippett 810.262.6823
Trauma Conference
1.00
Trauma
Virtual and 7B Conference Rm
1st Friday, 7:00-8:00 AM MONTHLY
Pauline Tippett 810.262.6823
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Hurley faculty contribute to critical care psychology book One Hurley faculty member co-edited a newly published book about critical care psychology, while eight Hurley faculty members contributed to chapters in the book. Kirk J. Stucky PsyD ABPP-CN,RP (bio), chair of the Department of Behavioral Health at Hurley Medical Center and Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at Michigan State University, co-edited Critical Care Psychology and Rehabilitation: Principles and Practice (Oxford University Press, Oxford, England) with Jennifer Stevenson Jutte. He also co-authored the introduction and two chapters:
Mercer MD (bio), Valerie Canary MSN RN CPNP, and Michelle Maxson MSN, RN, ACCNS-AG. Dr. Meko is also program director of the Hurley Pediatric Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship, while Dr. Mercer is program director of the Hurley Trauma Research Fellowship and the Hurley Trauma Surgery Fellowship. Dr. Dennis and Dr. Ellens are key faculty in their programs, the Rehabilitation Psychology Fellowship and the Pediatric Psychology Fellowship/Pediatrics Residency, respectively. Ms. Canary and Ms. Maxson are also educators, in addition to taking on many other roles at Hurley. The book - part of the Oxford University Press' Academy of Rehabilitation Psychology Series - is available for preorder from the publisher.
Ch. 1: Introduction to Critical Care Psychology and Rehabilitation • Ch. 3: Critical Care, Psychology, and Rehabilitation: Integrative Aspirations • Ch. 6: Neurocognitive Disorders •
Dr. Stucky is also program director of the Hurley Rehabilitation Psychology Postdoctoral Fellowship. Other chapter contributors from Hurley include: Ch. 9: Unique Considerations for Psychologists Working in Pediatric Critical Care by Crystal Cederna-Meko PsyD (bio), Shannon L. Dennis PhD (bio), and Rebecca E.H. Ellens PsyD (bio) Ch. 14: Systemic Factors Impacting Mortality and End-of-Life Issues in Critical Care by Leo C.
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CLINICAL DOCUMENTATION INTEGRITY SPECIALISTS QUERY PROCESS & FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS WHAT IS A QUERY? It’s a communication tool that CDI Specialists use to clarify clinical documentation in the health record for documentation integrity and accurate code assignment · Queries are always addressed to physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants. · Resident query responses are cosigned by an attending provider. · Registered nurses and registered dietitians cannot respond to queries. Per AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association) Queries are… “A mechanism that increases the precision of clinical documentation, which translates into accurate clinical data, reflecting a provider’s intent and clinical thought process in a manner that results in an accurate depiction of patient complexity within each episode of care.” Per ACDIS (Association of Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialists) Clinical documentation specialists (CDS) send CDI queries to: Clarify diagnoses · Clarify ambiguous/conflicting documentation · Capture specificity required for accurate coding · Document a diagnoses based on clinical indicators ·
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Determine “present on admission” (POA) assignment. This helps to meet with goals of CDI: - Accurate reflection severity of illness and risk of mortality - Defend against claim denials by payors - Justify medical necessity of inpatient admission - Provide appropriate facility and provider reimbursement - Determine accurate level of care
Queries are used to: · Establish primary and secondary diagnosis and procedures performed. · Establish cause and effect relationships · Establish the acuity or specificity of a documented diagnosis · Resolve conflicting documentation between the attending and other treating providers · Support appropriate present on admission (POA) indicator assignment · Clarify if a diagnosis is ruled in or out · When it appears, a documented diagnosis is not clinically supported · Support documentation of medical diagnoses that are clinically evident and meet Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS) requirements but without corresponding diagnoses or conditions · Clarify the objective and extent of a procedure
physician connection WHY ARE QUERIES SO LONG? CDIS follows established compliant query practices. Here at HMC all queries contain: · Clinical indicators to support a query · Treatments · Risk factors · Never include impact on reimbursement · Ask a question to assure accurate coding for the admission · Offer response options including diagnosis, unable to determine and other (please specify)
#2 WHILE IN A PATIENT CHART UNDER SUMMARY TAB CLICK ON COMPLETE OUTSTANDING QUERIES 1. Place appropriate response 2. Back out asterisks *** and place diagnosis #3 WHILE IN PATIENT RECORD UNDER NOTE TAB 1. Complete incomplete note 2. Back out asterisks *** and place diagnosis
4 WAYS TO RESPOND TO A QUERY
#4 UPDATE YOUR PROGRESS NOTES/ DC SUMMARY WITH THE APPROPRIATE DIAGNOSIS
Queries are asked to obtain your professional judgment based on the review of the clinical indicators · Per guidance from Richard Pinson, MD, FACP, CCS and Cynthia Tang, RHIA, CCS, coauthors of the best-selling CDI Pocket Guide: “In responding to requests, please exercise your independent professional judgment. The fact that a question is asked does not imply that any particular diagnosis is desired or expected.” ·
#1 PHYSICIAN IN BASKET 1. Hospital chart completion/ My messages 2. CDI note review 3. To respond while remaining in the In Basket highlight the patient and click edit OR double click on patient to answer within the patient encounter 4. Copy and paste response or free type response
For any questions or further information, please contact your CDI Team: Jill Al-Shabani alshab1@hurleymc.com Lisa Graf lgraf1@hurleymc.com Barbara Lockwood blockwo1@hurleymc.com Tara Sposeto tsposet1@hurleymc.com Terri McDaniel tmcdani1@hurleymc.com
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THANK YOU FOR VOTING to acknowledge the top vote recipients in our recognition of excellence in local health care.
Voted Best Hospital & Emergency Department You want the best for your loved ones, so take them to Hurley Medical Center, winner of the My City Wellness Award for Best Hospital and Best Emergency Department. With the area’s highest level Trauma Center for both adults and children, Hurley provides exceptional care to every age. Plus our compassionate staff is known for treating patients like family. It doesn’t make sense to go anywhere else when you have the best right here. We’re proud to be voted best by you—because Hurley cares.
SURGEON
PEDIATRICIAN
SPECIALIST
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Gul R. Sachwani-Daswani DO, FACOS
Habib Akrawi, MD
Manjit Grewal MD, FACP, FASN-Nephrology
Nkechi Onwuzurike, MD
Tammy RaCosta, RN 4C Ambulatory Surgery
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