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August 2010
Navigation Program Helps Guide Breast Cancer Patients to Recovery
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Vol. 26 No. 4
Taking “Time Out” Makes Surgery Safer
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Karry Trout, RT(R)(M), a Registered Radiologic Technologist and Certified Mammographer at Mason General Hospital, can personally identify with people dealing with cancer through the hospital’s new Patient Navigation Program.
breast cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming. Patients at Mason General Hospital do not have to go through this experience alone. Since April of this year, Karry Trout, RT(R)(M), has taken on the position of Patient Navigator, providing breast cancer patients with assistance that includes connecting these women to both medical and community resources, as well as to other breast cancer survivors. Continued on page 8…
Aches, Pains and Vitamin D Deficiency Vitamin D deficiency is common, affecting more than 40 percent of older Americans, particularly those with aching joints and muscles, some researchers believe. One study of 360 patients with low back pain and no obvious cause found that 83 percent had abnormally low levels of vitamin D. Another study found a vitamin D deficiency in all 150 patients with persistent non-specific joint or muscle pain. In both studies, most patients showed improvement when they were given vitamin D supplements. [SOURCE: Sanjay Prakash and Nilima D. Shad, “Chronic tension-type headache with vitamin D deficiency: casual or causal association?” Headache, December 21, 2009]
Showing off signed certificates promising they will follow national “Time Out” standards in the operating room are (back row, from left) MGH surgery staff − Gretchen Tausa, R.N.; Joyce Anaya, surgical scrub; Tina Miller, R.N., surgical services manager; Sandy Smith, environmental services; and Craig Thurston, surgical scrub. (In front, from left) − Marj Haviland, R.N.; Krystal Jewett, R.N.; Kathy Smith, surgical scrub; Shannon Stevens, surgical scrub; and Tish Jordan, anesthesia technician.
Hospital patients don’t need to be alarmed if they overhear staff say “time out” as nobody’s in trouble. “Time out” is a standard security procedure Mason General Hospital employees practice in the operating room before surgery, in order to prevent potential oversights. During this process, the staff meticulously verifies a patient’s name, any antibiotics administered, any allergies, the correct surgery about to be performed − and any other important information is shared with the surgical team. Introducing any unknown observers in the room to the patient is also among the list of precautionary measures. Continued on page 6… For the third straight year, MGH received national acclaim for
its health information technology and has been designated “2010 Most Wired Hospital” by the American Hospital Association. Results indicate Most Wired Hospitals show better outcomes in patient satisfaction, risk-adjusted mortality rates, and other key quality measures through the use of information technology (IT). MGH joins larger state hospitals - Deaconess Medical Center, Multicare Health System, Providence Holy Family Hospital, St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute and Valley Hospital and Medical Center as Most Wired Hospital. “This year we received the award not based on our size, but solely on our capabilities in providing comprehensive IT,” said Eric Moll, CAO at MGH. This designation focuses on all areas of patient care as technology makes patient care more efficient, as it provides immediate delivery of the patient’s needs, making for better outcomes.
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Facility Master Plan — New Addition & Remodel From the desk of Bob Appel, CEO at MGH
In June, staff members had the opportunity to view the construction mock-ups for a “hands on” feeling, giving them a true-to-life sense of how the actual, completed structures would look, feel, and function. Surgery staff members who took the time to experience this firsthand were (l-r) Tish Jordan, Marjorie Haviland, R.N., Shannon Stevens, CORT, Krystal Jewett, R.N., and Gretchen Tausa, R.N. Here, they are interacting with equipment consultant Bob Larkin on room layout and equipment placement.
Mason General’s construction project is moving ahead smoothly and I am happy to share with you that the District is concluding the schematic-design phase of the construction project, which means that we have created detailed drawings and mock-ups that allowed our staff and physicians to experience the design of the most critical areas of the construction at actual scale. We invited all of our physicians and staff members in early June to view the construction mock-ups at the Port of Shelton. Viewing the mock-ups made our construction plans come to life and presented an opportunity to get a true-to-life sense of how the actual completed structures will look, feel, and function. We received many good suggestions during our week of tours at the Port, that will help make our new facilities more viable and efficient, as well as help the District save on construction costs. I appreciate the staff and physicians who made time in their busy schedules to view the mock-ups. I look forward to sharing New more updates with you about Medical our campus renewal and construction plans as the Directory project continues to unfold. Available You can learn more about Copies available the construction project by at all MGH visiting us on the web at Clinics and www.MasonGeneral.com. patient waiting areas at MGH. — Bob Appel
Two Surgeons – One Caring Team S
urgery is something that no one should take lightly. To help you through this uncertain time, however, you can rest assured that at MGH Surgery Clinic, you will receive care beyond expectation. The surgeons on staff at MGH Surgery Clinic (located Vanni C. Manthiram, M.D. across the street Board Certified, General Surgery from MGH) are friendly, compassionate, and most of all, caring. Drs. Vanni C. Manthiram and Eldie L. Cruz are a perfect team to help you get back on your feet… while staying close to home, family, and friends. Surgeries performed in the comfort of Mason General Hospital’s surgery department include gastrointestinal tract, colon, hernia, thyroid, breast disease and cancer surgeries, and laparoscopic procedures. Dr. Manthiram is board certified in general surgery, and the senior surgeon on staff at MGH Surgery Clinic. She came to MGH four years ago after completing her residency at the University of San Francisco-Fresno and graduating from Wayne State School of Medicine, Detroit, Michigan in 1999. She is the only doctor out of five siblings, where the majority are engineers. With a compassion for others, she chose to become a surgeon so she could make an immediate impact on someone’s quality of life, and surgery has that effect. Breast health for women and men (yes, men can get breast cancer) is a major specialty of Dr. Manthiram. “If caught early breast cancer is curable,” she added. She is a strong advocate Eldie L. Cruz, M.D. Board Eligible, General Surgery of early detection and prevention of breast cancer which can be done with breast self-exams, mammograms and living a healthy lifestyle – eating well and exercising. Born and raised in Michigan, Dr. Manthriam enjoys the Pacific Continued on page 5…
MGH Patient Navigation Program needs outreach workers
Relay Team Raises $5,400
If you are a breast cancer survivor or if you are a woman who wants to help other women in your community learn more about early breast cancer detection and how it saves lives, we want to hear from you. We are looking for women in Lilliwaup, Hoodsport, Union, Matlock, Allyn and Grapeview to provide breast cancer education and early detection information in their communities. A stipend will be provided. For more information please contact Karry Trout, RT(R)(M), Patient Navigator at (360) 432-7706.
Delay Paint Jobs During Pregnancy Consider putting painting and re-decorating jobs on hold if you’re pregnant or have young children around your house. A large populationbased study found a significant association between paint exposure at home and the risk of acute lymphocytic leukemia during childhood. The same study found a correlation between exposure to petroleum solvents such as paint thinner, spot remover, kerosene and gasoline and the risk of another type of leukemia, acute myelogenous leukemia. [SOURCE: Ghislaine Scelo, et al, “Household exposure to paint/petroleum solvents, risk of childhood leukemia,” Environmental Health Perspectives, January 2009]
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Digital makes a difference. Digital mammography now available at MGH! Advantages of digital mammography: • Improved image quality for all women, especially those under age 50 • Reduced patient exam time, increasing availability of appointment times • Ease of access & transfer of patient images & records • Images are immediately available for consultation with healthcare specialists, as needed
For an appointment call (360) 427-9590.
MGH is a member of the National Consortium of Breast Centers. All of our mammographers and radiologists are certified in digital breast imaging.
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ason General Hospital’s Relay For Life team raised more than $5,400 this year in the annual Relay for Life, put on by the American Cancer Society, that was held locally at the end of June. Pictured here at the “MGH site” are MGH’s team leaders, (left to right) Co-Captain Monica Bates, materials; Captain Cindy Mortensen, patient resources; and Co-Captain Merry Antrim, materials. Many staff members represented the Hospital from these departments: emergency, medical/ surgical/pediatrics, outpatient surgery, dietary, patient resources, health information management, environmental services, materials, administration, business office, and Clinics. Since MGH started hosting a team in 2004 they have raised over $40,000 for Relay For Life.
2010 Quality Care Open Another Success Title Sponsor
The Falcon Financial, Inc. Team (l to r) Jesse Rodman, Chris Newbry, Drew MacEwan, Tom Echols, Allison Wagner, and Chris Cation.
Mason General Hospital Foundation’s 2010 Quality Care Open Golf
Tournament held at the Alderbrook Golf and Yacht Club at the end of June hosted 180 golfers and raised funds for Mason General Hospital. Proceeds from the 16th annual tournament funded the Perinatal Interface between the District’s Information Technology Dept. and Mountain View Women’s Health Clinic, and also the purchase of an Infant Warmer System in the Hospital’s Birth Center. The Title Sponsor for this year’s event was Falcon Financial Incorporated. Please join us in thanking our sponsors, volunteers and event steering committee for making this event so successful. Here are the winners: Winning Teams for Handicap Division Buhl – Bob Buhl, Linda Gott, Rick Endicott, Tim Fredson, Kathy Fertitta Hackney – Travis Hackney, Kyle Hackney, Alice Hackney, Bob Hackney, Tim Vanderwal Our Community Credit Union – Joe Robertson, Mark
Eichhorn, Scott Eichhorn, Lynn Spilseth, Leigh Devaney Youngs Team – Frank Youngs, Ross Youngs, John Dobson, Karen Dobson, Lorna Martinson Winning Teams for Non-Handicap Division Taylor Shellfish Team – Austin Docter, Jeff Pearson, Dave DeAndre, Max Ohmdal, Francisco Fonseca
Shelton Health & Rehab –
Lee Ayers, Karl Denison, Ryan Williams, Steve Andrewski, Leon Scott Capital Business Machines – Derek Lowe, Kasey Lowe, Stacey Hartman, Adam Hunnicane, Royce Smith Food Services of America – Scott Schmitz, Jack Harris, Bob Videen, Randy Irvine, Mike Abercrombie Winning Gross Handicap Team Christmas Village/Barbara Ingraham’s Team – Barbara Ingraham, Tim Ingraham, Scott Ingraham, Steve Ingraham, Rod Gilseth Hole In One Winner Dave Hamlin
Women’s Prize Sponsor Christmas Village Mfg. Home Community Men’s Prize Sponsor Squaxin Island Tribe Banquet & Catering Services Sponsor Food Services of America Tee Pack Sponsor Two Noble Guys, LLC Prize Sponsor Dynamic Collectors, Inc. Golf Course Sponsor IEI Security Tent Sponsor Electrocom Banner Sponsor Taylor Shellfish Company Awards Dinner Sponsor Mt. St. Helens Evergreens, Inc. and Eveland Family Putting Contest Sponsor Hiawatha Corporation Golf Cart Sponsor Shelton Health & Rehabilitation Center 3rd Place Handicap Prize Sponsor Fred Finn/Finninsula Foundation, Inc. 4th Place Handicap Prize Sponsor Dr. Richard C. Downing, D.D.S., P.S. 4th Place Non-Handicap Prize Sponsor Healthcare Management Administrators, Inc. Registration/Brunch Sponsor Bob & Betty Paulsen/Michael Maria & VALIC Entertainment Sponsor Manke Lumber Company Hospitality Carts Sponsor Land Title Company
Hole Sponsors Level A A.S.I. – Arnold & Smith Insurance/North Bay Mortgage Direct Matters – Mary Houlihan Gastroenterology Associates, PLLC Harpreet S. Brar, M.D. Kathryne A. Wagner, M.D. James F. Kruidenier, M.D. Meimin Xie, M.D. Kristine Y. Zhang, M.D. McCarty & Associates, Inc. “a marketing firm” Olympic Mountain Millwork, LLC Peninsula Community Federal Credit Union Robert W. Johnson, PLLC Steven Sims, Inc. Hole Sponsors Level B Bill Schultz Insurance Brady Landscape Supply Capital Business Machines Cardiology Associates, PLLC D.R. Gardner, CPA Eco Tex Healthcare Laundry Services Fidelis Communications Green Diamond Resource Company Hackney Family Dentistry Heritage Bank Hood Canal Communications John L. Scott Shelton Real Estate KPS Health Plans Mason County Title Insurance ProBuild Simpson Lumber Company, LLC S.I.T.E., Inc. South Sound Radiology Wittenberg, CPA Event Underwriting Coffee Creek Espresso, LLC Hood Canal Marina McComb Funeral Home Sponsors as of June 25, 2010
Centennial Guild Hosts Fun Run/Walk The Goldsborough Creek Fun/ Run and Walk (2- and 7-mile walk or run) was held on Saturday, June 5 as a part of the Forest Festival activities. There were nearly 350 participants – from all over the state. Centennial Guild was the organizer of the event which raised more than $5,000 for Mason General Hospital. In 2009 the Guild’s fund raising effor ts, which included this event, allowed them to donate $5,000 towards the purchase of the MGH Digital
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Mammogram machine. Over the years, Centennial Guild created the MGH Wellness G a rd e n a n d helped with the purchase of the electronic reader board on N. 13th Street. In addition, the Guild has purchased several pieces of hospital equipment since forming 20 years ago. For more photos of the race and race results go to www.MasonGeneral.com/ creekrun.html.
MGH Foundation Contributors Memorialized The Mason General Hospital Foundation would like to acknowledge former contributors. Listed below are supporters, now deceased, that the Foundation would like to recognize for their past support of our mission and work in the community. Please join us in acknowledging their support of the Foundation during their lifetimes. David M. Best Charles V. Buhl Shirley A. Durkin Sonny Lowe
Myrtle Morkert Zella Z. Mounts R.T. Steinruck Glenn R. Yates
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Northwest for its beauty and wildlife. When she isn’t working she enjoys family time on their yacht with her husband and daughter. Joining Dr. Manthiram is board-eligible general surgeon, Eldie L. Cruz, M.D. He graduated from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, in 2004, where he also did his residency. What Dr. Cruz likes most is helping people get well, and finds surgery to give the most tangible results. He enjoys the variety that surgery has to offer, admitting that no two days in surgery are alike, and no two patients are ever alike. One of his special interests is in gallbladder surgery, which is mostly now done laparoscopically (through small incisions in the abdomen). Dr. Cruz is impressed by the high standards MGH Surgery department employs. “We have great equipment, and the OR staff is team oriented,” he added. “As surgeons we receive great support from administration and medical staff personnel.” In the spring of 2011 MGH is breaking ground to construct a new state-of-the-art surgery wing that will include even better facilities and equipment for patient care. “The new wing will be a wonderful addition,” he added. Like Dr. Manthiram, Dr. Cruz is the first medical doctor in his family. He has two sisters, a businesswomen and a teacher. “We are the first in our family to graduate from college,” he added. He was born and raised in a small town in northern New Mexico and now enjoys the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Now that his 120-hour weeks of residency are behind him, Dr. Cruz looks forward to married life this fall, and getting back to his hobbies of fishing, basketball and a new found love – “grilling” on the barbecue.
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Memorial Contributions Mason General Hospital Foundation has received generous donations in memory of the individuals listed below. Donors and memorialized individuals listed in this report reflect contributions made to the Foundation beginning May 5, 2010 and ending July 9, 2010. Jouita Cole Sonny Lowe Leland & Cathie Rhodes Paul & Alice Johansson Connie Franklin Chuck Walton Donald & Ginger Brown Penelope Yonge Every effort has been made to ensure the integrity of this listing. If we have inadvertently omitted any names, please accept our apologies and most sincere thanks for your generosity and continued support of Mason General Hospital Foundation.
The Facts About
Immunization I
mmunizations are the single most important way parents can protect their children against serious diseases. The decision to immunize your child is an important one. Know the facts! Vaccines prevent common, but serious illnesses. Diseases like whooping cough, flu, chickenpox, and rotavirus are very common in the U.S. Choosing not to vaccinate increases the risk of getting a life-threatening disease. Vaccines prevent diseases that are rare but still exist. Measles and mumps occur in the U.S. at low levels. If fewer people are immunized against these diseases, outbreaks can occur. Diseases like polio are still common in other parts of the world and are literally only a plane ride away. Vaccines protect others in your family and community. By immunizing your child, you also protect those who: • have a weak immune system • are not fully immunized • cannot get shots because of a medical condition or age It is never too late to vaccinate! Children who have incomplete vaccinations do not have to start over! Your doctor can tell you which vaccinations are needed, and help bring your child up to date. For more information about childhood immunizations, visit www. HealthyMasonCounty.org or call (360) 4279670 ext. 400.
Find Us on the Internet Auxiliary News www.MasonGeneral.com/auxil.htm Oakland Bay Pediatrics www.MasonGeneral.com/oakland_ bay_pediatrics.htm MGH Ankle & Foot www.MasonGeneral.com/AandF.htm MGH Family Health www.MasonGeneral.com/fh.htm Birth Center www.MasonGeneral.com/birth.htm Karen Hilburn Breast and Cervical Cancer Fund www.MasonGeneral.com/hilburn.html
• Germs that cause cavities are passed from moms to babies through kissing or sharing food • Children in dental pain miss more school days and have trouble learning • Moms can protect children from cavities by having dental checkups while they are pregnant and by taking their children to the dentist every six months! Mason Community Dental Clinic accepts pregnant women and children on DSHS!
Call (360) 426-2708
Welcome
New Pediatrician Dr. Ramirez Maria Rowena Ramirez, M.D.
Dr. Maria Rowena Ramirez
joined Oakland Bay Pediatrics in July and is now accepting new patients. She recently completed her pediatric residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Ohio, in June 2010, and received her medical degree in 2000 from Medical School University of San Tomas, Philippines, and is board eligible in pediatrics.
(360) 426-3102 247 Professional Way Shelton, WA 98584
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Time Out continued from page 1…
“This is all for patient safety,” said Tina Miller, R.N., certified nurse of the operating room, registered nurse first assistant, and surgical services manager at Mason General Hospital. Throughout the month of June, Mason General observed National Time Out Month. “In fact, June 16 was the official ‘Time Out Day’ at Mason General,” Ms. Miller said. The Association of Operating Room Nurses, a national organization, established the official “Time Out” guidelines. According to The Joint Commission, an independent, nationallyrecognized organization, “wrong site surgery” is still the most common medical error in surgeries around the country. Between January and March of 2010, 18 wrong-site surgeries were reported to the national commission from across the country. MGH is making every effort to prevent surgical errors by fully implementing national standards. “So now, when you hear, ‘time out’ − that doesn’t mean, ‘go stand in the corner’ − it means we are protecting our patients,” Ms. Miller explained.
Utilizando el “Fuera de Tiempo” hace la cirugía más segura
Posponga los trabajos de pintura mientras el embarazo Considere posponer sus trabajos de pintura o decoración durante su embarazo o si tiene niños pequenos en su casa. Un estudio basado en gran parte de la población encontró una asociación entre el estar expuestos a pintura y el riesgo de leucemia linfocitica durante la niñez. El mismo estudio encontró relación entre estar expuesto a solventes de petróleo como tiner, keroseno y gasolina y el riesgo de otro tipo de leucemia en la niñez, la leucemia myelogenosa [SOURCE: Ghislaine Scelo, et al, “Household exposure to paint/ petroleum solvents, risk of childhood leukemia,” Environmental Health Perspectives, January 2009]
El ejercicio es muy importante para bajar de peso saludablemente
Mostrando los certificados firmados prometiendo de seguir los estándares nacionales de “Fuera de Tiempo”, están atrás empezando por la izquierda, Gretchen Tausa enfermera de cirugía; Joyce Anaya, ayudante de cirugía; Tina Miller enfermera y gerente de servicios de cirugía; Sandy Smith de servicios de limpieza y Craig Thurston ayudante de cirugía. En frente desde la izquierda: Marj Haviland enfermera; Krystal Jewett enfermera; Kathy Smith, ayudante de cirugía; Shannon Stevens ayudante de cirugía y Tish Jordan, técnico de anestesia
Es posible perder peso solamente a través de una dieta pero tendrá más beneficios si incluye ejercicio como parte de su plan. En un estudio clínico, mujeres y hombres con sobrepeso perdieron peso durante un programa de 6 meses que requería una pérdida del 25 por ciento de energía. Un grupo elimino el 25 por ciento de sus calorías diarias a través de una dieta; el otro elimino un 12.5 por ciento a través de dieta y 12.5 por ciento a través de ejercicio aeróbico regular. Mientras ambos grupos tuvieron reducciones de la masa del cuerpo, grasa y obesidad abdominal, el grupo que realizo la dieta con el ejercicio mejoro mas su sensibilidad a la insulina, LDL, colesterol y presión de la sangre.
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os pacientes del hospital no necesitan alarmarse si escuchan a empleados decir “fuera de tiempo”. No, nadie esta en problema. Al contrario “fuera de tiempo” es una medida de seguridad del Hospital General de Mason que practican los empleados en la sala de operaciones antes de que alguien haga algo mas, de esta manera previenen cualquier posibilidad de descuido. Durante el proceso, los empleados verifican el nombre del paciente y los antibióticos administrados, alergias, y confirman que la operación correcta es la que se realizara y cualquier otra información importante que necesita ser compartida con todo el equipo de la sala de operaciones y introduce a los observadores que puedan estar en la sala al paciente, así como otra lista de medidas de precaución. “Todo es para la seguridad del paciente”, dijo Tina Miller, enfermera certificada de la sala de operaciones, enfermera registrada y gerente de servicios de cirugía del Hospital General de Mason. Durante el mes de Junio, el Hospital General de Mason realizo el Mes Nacional de Fuera de Tiempo. De hecho, Junio 16 fue el día oficial del hospital General de Mason, dijo Miller. La Asociación de Enfermeras de la sala de operaciones, un organización nacional, estableció la guía del “Fuera de L H OS P I T RA AL E tiempo”. De acuerdo a la Comisión de Hospitales, una N organización independiente reconocida nacionalmente, las operaciones en el lugar equivocado es aun el error que mas sucede en las operaciones en todo el país. Entre Enero y marzo del 2010, 18 operaciones de lugares equivocados fueron reportadas en la comisión nacional a través de la nación. MGH está haciendo un esfuerzo para prevenir errores e implementar los estándares nacionales. “Así que cuando escuche Fuera de Tiempo es que estamos protegiendo a nuestros paciente” explico Miller.
Obtenga su magnesio a través de las nueces Muchos americanos, particularmente aquellos mayores de 60 anos, tienen niveles bajos de magnesio que es un mineral importante para los huesos y para el funcionamiento del corazón, nervios y músculos. Alimentos altos en magnesio son nueces, pez mero, espinacas y frijoles.
[SOURCE: “Nuts about magnesium,” UC Berkeley Wellness Letter, March, 2009]
Beware of Floaters and Flashes The sudden appearance of floaters (small, drifting shapes and specks in the field of vision), brief flashes of light in peripheral vision on one side and a reduction in vision should be taken as urgent signs prompting a visit to an eye specialist. A review of 17 relevant studies published in the Journal of the American Medical Association [November 25, 2009] found that the prevalence of retinal tears was 14 percent among patients reporting such symptoms. About half of patients with a retinal tear went on to develop retinal detachment. The most important symptom predicting a retinal tear was a subjective feeling of reduced vision. [SOURCE: Laurie Barclay, M.D., “Floater and/or flashes may warn of retinal tear and detachment,” Medscape Medical News, December 9, 2009]
Arts Commission Donates to Hospital
Bob Appel, CEO at MGH; Jen Capps, MGH director of development; Darryl Cleveland, Peg Stock, Gerri Roberts, Terri Thompson, and Karen Burger, all members of the MGH Arts Commission, help display a recent donation from the Arts Commission to MGH. The piece of art is a poster that was framed and used to publicize the Arts Commission’s 1st Annual “Students’ Art Project” held last December. More than 700 students from Mason County participated in the competition, from which 40 winning pictures were framed and displayed in patient rooms at MGH. The framed poster pictured here was given to MGH in memory of Mary Penney, a charter member of the Arts Commission who passed away in 2009. The poster was arranged by Cliff Ferrara of Art Talks, Shelton, from a selection of pieces of original student art. It was the showpiece used to advertise the month-long public exhibit of student artwork last December at Art Talks, prior to installation in the hospital.
Navigation Program
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A patient navigator is a medical professional dedicated to guiding cancer patients and their caregivers through the medical maze of diagnostic and treatment options as well as removing obstacles to proper care. “Here at Mason General Hospital, our Patient Navigation Program will help women overcome barriers to seeking annual screening mammograms and early detection of breast cancer. Some women avoid these screenings fearing unknown outcomes. Others have lost their insurance in this tough economy. “We can help women in our community during these challenging times,” said Mrs. Trout. Since arriving at MGH in 1997, Mrs. Trout has worked with the Washington State Breast and Cervical Health Program to increase breast cancer education, awareness and screening services in our local community. Her roles have included physician liaison, case manager and patient advocate, among others. In addition to her professional expertise, Karry also personally understands the burdens and emotional hardships of a cancer diagnosis as her daughter has battled a brain tumor for more than 10 years. With her experience she brings additional compassion and care to participants in the Patient Navigation Program. “I have had patients and their families say it is very helpful to feel like they have someone who they can call and talk to. Even if it’s something as simple as just listening, women feel heard and feel the strength to move through a difficult journey,” Mrs. Trout said of the program’s impact. Recently, the program has also seen a successful outreach effort to Hispanic woman. Half of the women screened during Mason General’s free screening event in May were Hispanic. A $58,100 grant through the Susan G. Komen for the Cure-Puget Sound Affiliate funds this new program. Our Patient Navigation Program includes breast cancer education, awareness and community outreach. “It was a competitive application process and we were one of 17 organizations who received funding in western Washington. We have partnered with the Washington Breast and Cervical Health Program along with Karen Hilburn’s Breast and Cervical Cancer Fund for many years to screen women who are lowincome and uninsured/underinsured,” Mrs. Trout said. Mason County was recognized as a community of high disparity/needs for breast cancer awareness and early detection. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, breast cancer is the second most common form of cancer in women. However, studies have shown regular screenings have prevented almost a third of breast cancer deaths in recent years. When detected at early stages, breast cancer is curable. Current guidelines recommend scheduling a breast examination by a healthcare provider every three years, starting at age 20. Annual clinical breast exams should begin at age 40. At age 40, women should also begin to have a mammogram screening every year. MGH’s Patient Navigation Program is focused on providing these services throughout Mason County. We look forward to sharing more updates with you as this new and exciting program continues to unfold and our strong community outreach efforts into the District’s rural and remote rural service areas continue to grow.
Rotary Honors Employee
Certified nursing assistant, Karen Visser, (right) was recently honored by the Shelton Rotary Club for outstanding service at the third annual “Caregiver and Nurse’s Aide Certified Award” ceremony in June. Karen works as a Nurse’s Aide-Certified at MGH in outpatient surgery. Joining her in celebration is her supervisor, Kelly Nettle, R.N., Director of Clinical Informatics, and Ambulatory Surgery Director.
Employee Focus: Live, Learn, Work at MGH Court Drebis, CNA Court Drebis, CNA, is a radiologic technologist’s aide in MGH’s Diagnostic Imaging Department. As a radiologic technologist’s aide, Court helps with patient care and handles Court Drebis, CNA the patient’s paperwork. He has been an employee at MGH for three years. “Everyone at MGH is so wonderful to work with,” says Court. “This is a unique place to work.” MGH has a Diagnostic Imaging Department complete with MRI and digital mammography.
Save the Dates Fantasy Forest – November 16 - 20 MGH’s next Women’s Health Event – Saturday, October 16, 2010 Brought to you by the Karen Hilburn Breast & Cervical Cancer Fund and MGH. Mammograms for uninsured and underinsured women Information on health and wellness
News Briefs … Congratulations to MGH “Employee of the Month” for July - Jeanne Henriksen, central registration; and for August - Margaret Hults, CNA, Medical/Surgical/Pediatric unit. … Longtime general surgeon, S. Garrret Ogle, M.D., board-certified in general surgery, retired in June after serving this community for 16 years. … Mason General Hospital Foundation had a booth at the Bite of Shelton in May. “We would like to thank everyone who stopped by to talk about the Foundation and volunteering,” said Jen Capps, chief development officer for MGH. “It was so successful; we plan to do it next year, too.” S. Garrret Ogle, … Auxiliary Gives $3,500 to Hospital Departments… MGH’s Auxiliary gave M.D. checks to three different Hospital department managers during its annual meeting in May. The checks were presented by Auxiliary President, Mary Anne Munson. The departments receiving the checks, which totaled $3,500, were – the emergency department, respiratory therapy, and medical/surgical/pediatrics. The money was used to purchase medical equipment. … Students’ Art Project Calendar! Coming this fall is a MGHF Arts Commission calendar showcasing 40 original works of art by county students selected from the Students’ Art Project held in the fall of 2009. Watch for detailed information on both the 2010 Students’ Art Project and the 2011 Calendar sales in the October issue of “Scope”. The calendars make great gift ideas. … Treasures Thrift Store is in need of volunteers in all departments: cashiers, clothing, linens, arts and crafts, etc. If you have an interest or hobby, they have a department to suit you! Volunteers receive a coupon for 50% off one item for every four hours worked. Treasures is a great place to make friends, and they also have fun staff parties a couple of times a year! When you volunteer you are helping Mason General Hospital, as all proceeds go to MGH for equipment. If you want further information, please call (360) 427-3858, or stop by and speak with Sandy, Terina or Tersa. … Recently the Board of Hospital Commissioners honored the MGH Arts Commission and Centennial Guild for their hard work and dedication in raising monies and hosting special events that benefit MGH and community.
Classes & Support Groups
… If diabetes is a part of your life, plan to attend Mason General Hospital’s next two-day session entitled “Living Well With Diabetes” on September 14 and 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hospital in the Ellinor Room. Studies show that effective self-management of diabetes is beneficial for the patient and their family. Due to space limitations, advanced registration is required. To register, call Sue Barwick, R.N., certified diabetes educator at (360) 426-1611, ext. 3301 (Allyn (360) 2758614, ext. 3301). Diabetes education is a covered service under most insurance plans. … Mason General Hospital’s next FREE Adult, Child, and Infant Basic Life Support CPR class will be held on Thursday, September 23, 2010 from 6 to 9 p.m. in the MGH Learning Center located next to McDonald’s on Olympic Highway North. Everyone attending the class is asked to wear comfortable clothes. There will also be a Spanish interpreter on site. Pre-registration for the class is required, as class size is limited. Reservations must be made by Friday, September 10, by calling the MGH Learning Center at (360) 427-3609.
Clinics
1 Mountain View Women’s Health Clinic 2 MGH Eye Clinic 3 Shelton Family Medicine 4 MGH Ankle & Foot 5 MGH Family Health
Approved by The Joint Commission Our Mission: We take every possible action to protect and promote the health of the people in Mason County while extending respect and compassion as we serve each individual. Published by: Public Hospital District No. 1 for Mason General Hospital and Clinics. Published six times per year. Editor: McCarty & Associates, Inc. “a marketing firm”. Business Office: Office hours: 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Spanish Translator Available. Located at Gateway Center, 2505 Olympic Hwy N., Suite 460, (360) 427-9547 Mason General Hospital: Visiting hours: 8 a.m. – 8:30 p.m., daily. Intensive Care Unit (ICU) visiting hours: special hours on a patient-by-patient basis, call for Unit hours.
6 MGH Surgery Clinic 7 Oakland Bay Pediatrics
Located at: 901 Mountain View Drive, PO Box 1668, Shelton, WA 98584-5001, (360) 4261611, from Allyn (360) 275-8614. Serving the medical needs of Mason County since 1968. Accredited by the Joint Commission. TTY/TTD: (360) 427-9593. Translation Services Provided. Se habla español. Equal Opportunity Provider. Administration: Bob Appel, chief executive officer; Eric Moll, chief administrative officer; Roy G. Belville, M.D., chief of staff; Scott Hilburn, commissioner/president; Nancy Trucksess and Don Wilson, commissioners.
MGH Foundation Honors Three Local Business Women T
hree of Mason County’s business women for generations. She and her father both − Janene Bandes of Pier 101; Pamela graduated from high school in Shelton. Now Schlauderaff of Olympic Physicians, PLLC, she has grandchildren attending Shelton and Anytime Fitness; and Cheryl Stewart schools. These days, she enjoys co-owning of Our Community Credit Union have been Pier 101, a gift shop and women’s boutique in selected to receive Mason General Hospital Hoodsport. Janene is active in the Hood Canal Foundation’s 2010 American Business Business Association, the Union Tourism Women’s Award. Association, and the Evergreen Chapter of the Each year, the foundation honors three Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association. outstanding business women who are or were She is also co-founder of the Hoodsport successful in their occupations, work or have Community Events Association. Janene and worked in Mason County, and are active as her husband, Will, live in Union and have volunteers in the community. four children, and 10 grandchildren between These women will be honored at a the two of them. She enjoys spending time public, no-host luncheon on Friday, with her family, as well as traveling September 17, from 11:30 a.m. to and reading. 1 p.m. at Mason General Hospital Pamela Hunter Schlauderaff was in the lower level meeting rooms. born and raised on her parents’ dairy Tickets are $25 per person, and can farm in the Skokomish Valley. She be purchased by calling (360) 427graduated from Seattle University 3623 (from Allyn (360) 275-8614 with a degree in nursing, and later and ask for Development). earned her Master’s degree in “I am thrilled to honor these management, with a healthcare Pamela Hunter three fantastic women for their focus, from Troy University. Pam and Schlauderaff accomplishments and wonderful her husband, Mark Schlauderaff, service to our community,” said Janis Byrd, M.D., own Olympic Physicians, PLLC in chairperson of the selection committee Shelton. They have three sons. Pam helps and president of the MGH award an annual Shelton High School football Foundation. “I admire these scholarship. She also owns Anytime Fitness women greatly and I am in Shelton, and has been very involved proud that the Board has in serving the local community, including made such an outstanding with the First Baptist Church of Shelton, the selection from a great pool Skokomish Valley Grange, the Mason County of nominees.” Forest Festival, and on the Rural Health Clinic Janene Pettyjohn Association of Washington. Pam is also a Bandes’ family has member of the Olympic College Business Janene Pettyjohn Bandes attended Shelton schools Advisory Committee.
Cheryl Stewart also grew up in Shelton. She graduated from Olympic Vo c a t i o n a l Te c h n i c a l Institute, and has enjoyed working almost 36 years at Our Community Credit Union. Currently, she Cheryl Stewart holds the position there of Vice President of Policy and Regulatory Compliance. She has also earned the Credit Union Compliance Expert designation. Cheryl is very involved in the community, and is a member of the Shelton Community Toastmasters Club. She and her husband, Jim, have two sons, five grandchildren, and a Yorkshire terrier, her office’s “compliance watchdog.” In her spare time, Cheryl likes yard work, and cheering for her brother who races a modified stock car. Past honorees include: 1998 – Miriam Hall, Janet Thornbrue, and Patti Tupper; 1999 – Nita Bariekman, Jean Lee, and Norma Taylor; 2000 – Kay Gott, Colleen Hunter, and Doris Wilson, M.D.; 2001 – Beth Johnston, R.N., Betty Wolfe, and Mary Helen Anderson; 2002 – Carol Hunter, Rose Nye, and Cherrie Reitsch; 2003 – Janis Byrd, Carolyn Olsen, and Gayle Weston; 2004 – Patti Case, Betty Wing, and Catherine Ann Wolf; 2005 – Angela Wake Olsen, Michelle Schnitzer, and Renee Youngs; 2006 – Xinh Dwelley, Irene Locke, and Virginia J. McCarty; 2007 – Lynn Busacca, Vicki Gonzalez, and Lynn Harvey; 2008 – Laurie Buhl, Pam Hanson, and Billie Howard; and 2009 – Kristy Buck, Sharon Tibbits, and Lisa Woodard.