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OCTOBER 2013 VOL. 29, NO. 5 MASON GENERAL HOSPITAL & FAMILY OF CLINICS

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MGH&FC’s director of education travels to Africa with the World Health Organization teaching others how to save lives. Page 8

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Saving babies and new mothers is DiDonna’s mission of passion MGH&FC’s Director of Education and Learning Center Tom DiDonna, R.N., MSN, D.H.Sc – What he does outside of his regular job.

For the past 10 years, teaching, volunteering and ‘giving back’ have been a way of life for Dr. Tom DiDonna. In his travels to resourcepoor countries he teaches midwives and birth attendants how to save the lives of babies and new mothers through his volunteer work with the World Health Organization (WHO) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). After returning from a two-week trip to the African countries of Kenya and Ghana this past summer, Dr. DiDonna talked about his volunteer work helping ro achieve two of the World Health Organization’s “Millennium Goals”, which include “reducing or eliminating unnecessary deaths in infants and children worldwide” and “reducing maternal mortality in childbirth”. The mortality rates of infants and young women in childbirth are extraordinarily high in resource-poor countries and are preventable in many cases with a small amount of knowledge and skills on the part of birth attendants. Dr. DiDonna also is a longtime volunteer of “Operation Smile”, which is an international foundation that provides free surgical repairs of severe cleft palates and cranio-facial disorders in infants and children in resource-poor countries.

Saving babies In his work with the WHO and the AAP, Dr. DiDonna teaches midwives and birth

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attendants to recognize early signs of abnormal breathing (asphyxia) in newly born infants and to intervene with simple and effective steps to help the baby breathe. Asphyxia related deaths are common in poor countries and are preventable. Helping “Babies Breathe” is a program formulated by the AAP, and Dr. DiDonna is an international master trainer and has trained birth attendants in Jamaica, Guatemala, Panama, Haiti, Philippines, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Kenya, Ghana and Rwanda. He has also trained physicians and nurses in the United States who then went on to many other regions of the world providing the “Helping Babies Breathe” skills.

Dr. DiDonna’s teaching has given MGH&FC a name globally. A couple of examples include a Moroccan physician, Dr. Younnes, and an attendant who traveled to the United States and were hosted by Dr. DiDonna and received the “Helping Babies Breathe” training at the MGH&FC Learning Center last year. The Hospital’s administrative and general staff was very warm and welcoming to them. Dr. Younnes has since utilized the “Helping Babies Breathe” techniques and saved the lives of a few infants. Two birth attendants from South Africa traveled to Kenya to receive the Helping Babies Breathe program offered by Dr. DiDonna this summer.

Saving new mom’s

Restoring infants and children’s faces and dignity

“In resource-poor countries, the leading cause of death in new mothers is bleeding from childbirth,” added Dr. DiDonna. “Once again, we teach the midwives and birth attendants a very simple procedure that will reduce or stop the bleeding. This allows the mother more time to travel outside her area for further medical treatment.” He teaches the midwives and birth attendants the skills, provides the equipment, and teaches them to teach others. This assures capacity-building locally so improvements in mortality are sustainable upon his departure. By teaching to teach, the lifesaving lessons can be passed on to a whole region.

Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics is known in many parts of Africa thanks to the volunteer efforts of Tom DiDonna, R.N., MSN, D.H.Sc., director of clinical education and MGH&FC’s Learning Center. He takes personal vacations traveling to parts of Kenya and Ghana with the World Health Organization to teach others how to help save lives. Cover photo by Cooper Studios, Shelton. 2 S C O P E

Severe clefts are common in resource-poor countries due to malnutrition of childbearing aged women. It is not uncommon that in these regions, babies are born with severe, life threatening clefts and facial deformities. The volunteers serving “Operation Smile” offer surgical remedies to correct the cleft palates and facial deformities giving infants and children back their smile, their human-ness, their dignity, and their lives. When a cleft palate is left untreated, infants are unable to feed properly, which results in malnutrition and even death. If they survive, these children are socially ostracized, and very often abandoned. Infants and children who receive the surgery have high postsurgical complication rates which results in significant threats to their lives. Dr. DiDonna teaches local nurse volunteers early recognition and simple interventions continued on page 9...

community It is never too late to play If you missed out on your Olympic dream as

a youth, and are 50 years or older, you can still go for a gold medal. MGH Family Health Physician Chris Penoyar, D.O., started winning medals in the Washington State Senior Games ten years ago, and added two gold medals to his collection this summer when he took first in his age division for the shot put and discus throw.

Dr. Chris Penoyar competes in the standing long jump at the 2013 Washington State Senior Games. At a distance of 7’ 2”, he won in his age category by ¾ of an inch.

Track and field events were held in July at Tumwater High School, where Dr. Penoyar’s wins qualified him to attend the National Senior Games. Even though he chose not to participate this year, he won gold at the Nationals four years ago in Pasadena, California. Only the top three or four competitors in each age group advance to Nationals.

Thursday, Oct. 17, 2013 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shelton Civic Center

Come to the Wellness & Resource Fair The City of Shelton, which was recently recognized by the Association of Washington Cities as a “WellCity,” is partnering with Mason County Emergency Communications (MACECOM), Mason Transit Authority, Mason County Public Health, and Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics to host the Shelton Wellness and Resource Fair on Thursday, October 17, 2013 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Shelton Civic Center. The purpose of this event is for local vendors to provide information on various resources available in our community that relate to health and wellness, such as: healthy eating, physical activity, stress management, employment benefits, illness prevention, chronic disease management, and emotional/mental well-being.

If track and field isn’t your sport, you can still participate in the Senior Games. “The games are all about variety, and to help seniors stay active. If you don’t have a sport, you can learn to do something. We had a 92 year-old swimmer this year in the 100 meter – and he beat me. That was pretty cool,” said Dr. Penoyar. According to Senior Games organizers, the purpose of the Senior Games is to keep seniors healthy, and with so many events to choose from, finding a favorite is easy. “The Games include tennis, cycling, swimming, track & field, shuffleboard, ping pong, dancing, and more. There is very little excuse not to participate,” said Dr. Penoyar. To get involved, visit www. PugetSoundGames.com where you can find the sport you are interested in, and any other opportunities to compete or train. “The Senior Games help maintain activity and give you something to do. You don’t have to be a hardcore competitor – it’s about having fun,” said Dr. Penoyar.

Vaccine leads to drop in hpv rate Introduced in 2006, the vaccine to protect women and girls from HPV infection and cervical cancer is already showing striking results. The infection rate for HPV strains linked to cervical cancer dropped from 7.2 percent in 2006 to 3.6 percent in 2010 among American girls age 14 to 19, according to a study published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases (June, 2013). The results were particularly surprising considering that only about a third of teenage girls have received the full dose of vaccine – a low rate compared to the 80 percent rate found in developed countries such as Great Britain and Denmark. [SOURCE: Sabrina Tavernise, “Study finds sharp drop in HPV infections in girls,” New York Times, June 2013] SCOPE 3

get moving A new sport for Kathy and her husband is off-roading. “One thing I never would have done before the weight loss was to drive the Rubicon Trail,” said Reed. She and her husband recently drove this harrowing 22-mile trail near Lake Tahoe, developed especially for off-road vehicle enthusiasts. “By age 50, my husband and I realized we couldn’t fake it forever. We asked ourselves where we wanted to go from here? The answer was – we didn’t want to become sedentary and live on medications,” Reed said, adding that, “Once you start to feel better, it snowballs and you start doing more and more.”

Kathy Reed encourages others to “Get Moving” for a better life! Sometimes, a medical diagnosis can be a wake-up call, like when Kathy Reed’s husband, Dan, was told he had Type 2 Diabetes.

That was 12 years ago. Five years ago, Dan was told he would need medication to manage his diabetes. That’s when the couple decided they both needed to make lifestyle changes. Today, Kathy is 80 pounds lighter, and Dan has lost 50 pounds. Kathy’s weight loss started with the Weight Watchers program, on which she lost the first 70 pounds. She lost the other 10 using the Medifast plan. While on Medifast, Kathy discovered something else: she was gluten intolerant. When Kathy cut out gluten from her diet, she not only lost more weight, but the pain in her knees disappeared, her mood swings stopped, and a 25-year allergy to latex went away. 4 S C O P E

“I’d been on anti-depressants most of my adult life, but when I stopped consuming gluten, my moods evened out and I haven’t needed medication since,” said Reed. Now she eats “lean and green” meals twice a day, with smaller meals, around 200 calories each, every few hours. With the pain in her knees gone, Kathy was able to begin a daily walk/run routine, and even started skiing again. “Every day, I do a walk/run for about six miles, alternating walking and running every 30 seconds. I have a workout partner, and every day we get up at o’dark thirty and plan our route. I also have a dog to walk with, and when he hears that alarm go off, he’s up and ready,” she said. Kathy had gone through weight loss spurts in the past, but this weight loss was different. “This time, the changes were not just physical, but mental.”

She now believes taking care of your physical and mental health is the most important thing you can do for yourself.

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Kathy and Dan Reed “before and after” their weight loss.

Smart phone “apps” help you lose weight and get in shape! If you have decided to lose weight or get in shape, and want a partner to keep you motivated, try downloading a training application to your smart phone. In today’s “app” market, there are FREE apps for every kind of fitness plan – so that even members of the same family can find the one that suits their personal style. To track your daily calorie intake and exercise routines, try the MyFitnessPal app for your android, or iPhone. The download is also available for your PC at MyFitnessPal.com, and allows you to input what you eat and the exercises you complete during the day. MyFitnessPal tracks the daily number of food calories consumed and the number of calories burned during physical activity, so you can

Why your kids (and you) need more physical activity If your kids ask you why they have to get

up from the couch and be more physically active, they don’t really want an answer. But, in case you’re not convinced yourself, here are some reasons. Regular physical activity: helps your body make better use of insulin burns calories and body fat widens and strengthens bold vessels makes bones stronger and more dense keeps joints healthy increases the amount of oxygen in the blood lowers blood pressure promotes restful, high quality sleep reduces stress and anxiety improves coordination and balance

[SOURCE: “Children and physical activity: have fun and be fit,” University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension, Family Development Fact Sheet]

RunKeeper, but also tracks nutrition, diet and weight, and sends voice prompts and updates on a runner’s progress during their workout. Rebecca’s sister-in-law, Emilie Schnabel, uses MapMyRun for all of her outdoor activities.

adjust them and monitor your progress toward your weight loss goal. “I use MyFitnessPal because it helps me track my food and exercise,” said Hannah Schnabel. I like the charts because I’m a visual person, and the app has helped me become aware of the true value of my food and exercise.” And what about tracking your daily walk, run, or weekend hike? RunKeeper, an app developed by Nike, uses your phone’s GPS system to log your distance, route, elevation, and speed. Hannah’s sister-in-law, Rebecca Schnabel, is a runner, and RunKeeper is the app she prefers. “I use RunKeeper for my marathon training, though it can be used for several other sports,” said Rebecca. “I can personalize audio cues based on time, running pace, and distance, which helps me stay on track throughout a workout, almost like having a personal trainer! I also like the app’s ability to track and compare my workouts, either on my phone, or on the app’s website. As an extra bonus, I receive notifications every time I beat a personal record in my category,” Rebecca added. Another popular app is MapMyRun by MapMyFitness. MapMyRun was named the “best running app” in 2012, as voted by its users. This app has some of the same features as

“I use MapMyRun to log my workouts whether I’m running, walking, hiking, or biking,” said Emilie. “I like it because it has a lot of useful features, like GPS tracking, split mile-pacing with vocal prompts, elevation charting, and the ability to import routes from Garmin and other, third-party GPS systems.” She also likes the safety GPS tracking provides. “I feel more secure knowing there is an app tracking my location and uploading it to my profile so my friends and family know where I am during a workout,” she added. To find out which apps work best for you, go directly to an app’s website on your computer or smart phone and try out its features. You may have to create an account, but you can deactivate the account if you don’t like the app. It’s also important to note that some apps charge a download fee, while others are free. Most apps also require users to pre-select their privacy preferences, and for those who enjoy sharing workout information, many apps allow users to connect directly with Facebook, Twitter, Google Plus, or other social networking sites.

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an article in May 2013 Better Homes and Gardens, most people lose an average of 15 lbs when they pair a weight-loss regimen with a mobile app that tracks eating and activity. According to a Northwestern University study, app feedback helps dieters stay focused on the program. Even those who used the apps alone lost an average of 8 pounds. Make sure your app offers these key elements: goal-setting, calorie and activity tracking, and social support. SCOPE 5

giving Give the gift of quality healthcare through MGH Foundation Mason General Hospital Foundation is very grateful for the support it

receives from the community in gifts of time, talent and treasure. Our volunteers and contributors make it possible for the Foundation to fulfill its mission to provide financial support to Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics. There are a variety of ways that you can make a gift to the Foundation:

Online contributions/event tickets Please visit MGH&FC’s website at www.MasonGeneral.com. Please look for the Foundation’s logo on the left side of the page and a header that says “Support the Foundation for MGH&FC” and click on the yellow “Donate” button below the logo to make a secure, online contribution through Paypal. **(Remember you can purchase your tickets to this year’s Fantasy Forest Event! It is being held at The Skookum Creek Event Center, Little Creek Casino Resort, November 19 – 23.)

Pledges & monthly billing The Foundation can accept a pledged commitment and can send you pledge reminders if you choose to spread your gift over a six- or twelvemonth billing period. Please contact Jennifer Capps, chief development and communication officer, at (360) 427-3622 to discuss making a pledge to the Foundation.

Credit card The Foundation accepts credit cards (Visa and Master Card). For more details call the Foundation at (360) 427-3623.

Securities, mutual funds, bequests, and planned estate gifts Gifts of securities, mutual funds, bequests and gifts from an estate are accepted by the Foundation. Please contact the Foundation at (360) 4273622 to make a gift or notify the Foundation of this type of contribution.

Matching gifts Your company’s matching gift may be added to your contribution. Some companies may match contributions made by retirees and may even match a spouse’s gift. Please be sure to include the matching gift form along with your donation. Matching gift forms may be obtained from your company’s Human Resources Department; you may also contact the Foundation with questions. We appreciate your continued support of the Foundation. We are looking forward to a successful, fun and productive 2013, and thank you again to all of our supporters for your involvement in support of MGH&FC! –Jennifer Capps, chief development and communication officer 6 S C O P E

Please

use the enclosed envelope to make your tax-free donation to help support MGH&FC. To make a secured donation online go to www.MasonGeneral.com.

MGHF contributors memorialized Mason General Hospital Foundation would like to

acknowledge former contributors. Listed below are supporters, now deceased, 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.

Virginia Bayley Mirja Bridges Jim E. Carlton Gordon Downey Dr. Norman Jaques

Bernice I. Olson Viola Wade Ronald Wire Patricia Wooddell

Memorial contributions made to MGH Foundation 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 between July 2 and September 2, 2013.

Harlan & Betty Buitenveld In Memory of: Dr. Norman Jaques

Bruce & Joyce Jaros In Memory of: Marie Grinnell

Daryl & Marion Bugge In Memory of: Dr. Norman Jaques

Richard & Mary Reller In Memory of: Curt Schnitzer

Adele DuPont In Memory of: Janis Byrd Harold & Joan Hanson In Memory of: Thora Correa Lee Hanson Gordon & Marilyn Keller In Memory of: Hannah Grenberg Grilli

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.

MGH Foundation thanks its supporters for another successful Quality Care Open Golf Tournament! The Foundation would like to acknowledge the tremendous support of all the sponsors, golfers, and volunteers, as well as our corporate partners – Salish Cliffs Golf Club, Little Creek Casino Resort, and Squaxin Island Tribe – for their generosity and for making this event possible. This year the Tournament generated more than $90,000 in cash contributions and in-kind donations. Funds raised will go toward the purchase of MRI- compatible IV pumps for Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics.

Sponsors Title Sponsor

Cerner Corporation

Co-Presenting Sponsor Verizon

Co-Presenting Sponsor

Manke Lumber Company

Women’s Prize Sponsor

Christmas Village

Men’s Prize Sponsor Squaxin Island Tribe

Banquet & Catering Services

Food Services of America

Prize Sponsor

Dynamic Collectors, Inc.

Golf Course Sponsor IEI Security

Banner Sponsor

Taylor Shellfish Company

Awards Dinner Sponsor

MWR--USS Stennis

Putting Contest Sponsor

Hiawatha Corporation

Golf Cart Sponsor

OAC Services, Inc. Construction Management

Advertising Sponsor

Falcon Financial Investments

1st Place Handicap Prize Sponsor

Hoffman Construction of Washington

Tournament Patron Sponsor Washington Casualty Company

2nd Place Handicap Prize Sponsor

Inland Northwest Health Services

Registration/Brunch Sponsor Betty A. Paulsen/VALIC

Entertainment Sponsor

Healthcare Management Administrators

Hospitality Carts Sponsor Network Hardware Resale

Hole Sponsor(s) Level A*

Allstate Insurance Company Marcy Johnson Cerium Networks (2 holes) Direct Matters Edward Jones Eric Thompson, Financial Advisor Gastroenterology Associates New York Life Insurance Co.- Bill Schultz, Brad Miller Peninsula Credit Union Robert W. Johnson, PLLC Shelton Dental Excellence Trebron Company, Inc.

Hole Sponsor(s) Level B*

94.5 Roxy CellNetix Pathology & Laboratories Columbia Bank D.R. Gardner CPA, PS DeMiero Enterprize Fidelis Communications First American Title of Mason County Green Diamond Resource Company Hackney Family Dentistry Heritage Bank

Hood Canal Communications Joe L. Snyder and Andrea L. Huff, Attorneys at Law, (360) 426-9100 Les Schwab Shelton Los Sarapes de Shelton Maple Glen Senior Living McCarty & Associates “a marketing firm” NR Smith & Associates Shelton Chiropractic Center - Damon J. Ernst, DC Shelton Health & Rehabilitation Center Shelton Rotary Club Simpson Lumber Company Sterile Surgical Systems The Flakus Family William J. Busacca, DDS, PS Wittenberg CPA, PS

Event Underwriting Jack Charneski

Hole-In-One Sponsors

Arnold Smith Insurance and Gillis Auto Center

Designated Drivers

Brian Davis, USPGA Professional Ron Stull, USPGA Professional

Steering Committee John Cruse Steve DeMiero Tom Hornburg Kathy Howe Paul Johansson Whitney Jones Drew MacEwen Jeff McHargue Susanna Samuelson Jack Stark, Committee Chair Lisa Woodard

Volunteers

MGHF Golf Steering Committee Salish Cliffs Golf Club Staff Little Creek Casino Resort Staff MGH&FC CNS Staff MGH&FC Maintenance Staff Bob Brady Heidi McCutcheon Kristy Buck Nancy Wright Skip Angell Carol Currah Gene Currah Rachel DeMiero Karen Anderson Nicole Eddins Melissa Cuzick Jon Hornburg Judy Stark Alice Johansson Penny Nielsen Bill Nielsen Jeanette Webb Adele DuPont Peggy Cleveland Darryl Cleveland Daris Devaney Michelle Corral Herbert Gofigan Kyle Cruse Leigh Devaney Gary Diemert John Lester Rachel DeMiero

In-Kind Donations

Salish Cliffs Golf Club Little Creek Casino Resort Adele DuPont Hoodsport Winery Walter Dacon Wines Shelton Health & Rehabilitation Center Verle’s Sport Center & Marine Lucky Eagle Casino Cary’s Tire & Repair Union Square Deli

Heritage Bank CDW Healthcare Shelton Cinemas Jack in the Box Domino’s Hunter Farms L & E Bottling Our Community Credit Union LakeLand Village Golf Course Lake Limerick Country Club Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club Horseshoe Lake Golf Course Hood Canal Communications Columbia Bank Edward Jones-Janis Byrd Pier 101 Boutique & Gifts Cameo Boutique Lake Cushman Golf Course Land Title Company 94.5 Roxy Food Services of America LPL Financial, Mark Mager Bayshore Golf Club The Shopper Salon at Union Square Century Link Mountain Mist Wal-Mart Brian & June Bigelow Alderbrook Resort Roosters Balance Day Spa Tozier’s Ace Hardware Xtrax Olympic Mountain Trading Company Hiawatha Corporation

2013 Winning Teams Handicap Team

1st: Arnold Smith Insurance: Jeff McHargue, Chris Ladner,

Hauke Hansen, Matt Dieter, and John Lester 2nd: Key Bank: Gayle Weston, Gary Koch, Brek Sowers, Bill Smith, and Tonya Smith 3rd: Reinhold Schuetz: Reinhold Schuetz, Brian Bigelow, Mark Grimm, and Tim Whitehead 4th: DeMiero Enterprize: Steve DeMiero, Henry Fertitta, Miles Silverthorn, Jeff Boone, and Pete Skogstad

Gross Handicap Team

1st: Christmas Village: Barbara Ingraham, Tim Ingraham, Scott Ingraham, Steve Ingraham, and Craig Fritchl

Non Handicap Team

1st: Capital Business Machines: Derek Lowe, Casey Lowe, Adam Hunnukune, Royce Smith, and Dean Hartman 2nd: Taylor Shellfish: Jeff Pearson, Austin Docter, Dave DeAndre, Justin Lanman, and Wes Taylor 3rd: Nicaise-Top Gun: Matt Nicaise, Thomas Nicaise, Michael Apadoca, Bruce Landrud, and Pete Deriatus 4th: Manke Lumber: Scott Manke, Mike Manke, Brandy Willie, Andrew McDonald, and Mac McInelly

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giving The week’s events at “The Club” at Fantasy Forest

Tuesday, November 19

Thursday, November 21

Come and be the first to view the beautifully decorated trees, and visit the gift shop. 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. FREE

View the beautifully decorated trees, and visit the gift shop. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. FREE

Wednesday, November 20

Sponsored by Alpine Way Continuing Care Community

A Sneak Peek

Presents its 10th Annual

Fashion Show & Luncheon Sponsored by Fred Finn/ Finninsula Foundation

Janene Bandes of Pier 101 is displaying an exciting fashion show with a gourmet lunch provided by Little Creek Casino Resort. View the beautifully decorated trees, and visit the gift shop. 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Reservations Required $40 per person

Evening includes: Heavy Hors D’oeuvres, Wine, Live and Silent Auctions, and Live Music by Paul Barber.

Wine Tasting – A Toast to Fantasy Forest and All of Our Community Supporters Sponsored by Dynamic Collectors, Inc.

Showcase of wines from around the World with over 40 wineries represented and enjoy butler style served appetizers. Commemorative wine glass and four complimentary tastings. View the beautifully decorated 2 ft., 3 ft. and 4 ft. trees created by Hospital and Clinic staff members, and visit the gift shop. MGH&FC CFO, Rick Smith, will be the event Emcee and Dr. Michael Keep will host the Live and Silent Auctions. Event also features a No Host Café. 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Reservations Required $40 per person

Date: Sunday, October 27 at 4 p.m. Where: Alderbrook Resort & Spa (Grand Ballroom) 10 E Alderbrook Drive, Union, WA Admission: $50 per person Reservations Required Please call (360) 427-3623

Purchase tickets on-line at www.masongeneral.com/ fantasy_forest.html or call the MGH Foundation office at 360.427.3623.

Your reply is requested by Monday, October 21 *A chapter of Mason General Hospital Foundation

Hand washing offers best protection Germs are everywhere – on your hands, on door knobs,

floating through the air after a cough or sneeze. Fewer than one percent, however, are likely to cause disease, and the best way to protect yourself from these organisms is through frequent hand washing.

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Kids and adults should wash their hands thoroughly before eating, after using the bathroom, after changing a baby’s diaper and before putting in contact lenses. Plain soap and water is best, antibacterial soap is only marginally more effective at killing germs and overuse of it lessens the effectiveness of antibiotics.. [SOURCE: Dr. Hansa Bhargava, “Day2Night: how Mom can stop germs,” WebMD Expert Corner]

Community Open House

Senior Day Tea

Musical entertainment, visit the gift shop, view the beautifully decorated trees, enter to win door prizes, snack on fresh cookies, tea and coffee. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. FREE

Father-Daughter Night Out Co-Sponsored by EI Kristyn & Son Construction, Inc.

View the beautifully decorated trees, enjoy the buffet dinner, dance the night away with great music by DJ Forrest Cooper, visit the gift shop, and bid on the silent auction items. Open seating format. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Reservations Required $30 per person

Friday, November 22 Business Luncheon & Confections Auction, Hosted by Little Creek Casino Resort

Little Creek Casino Resort brings their culinary expertise to the table for this event! Share a stolen moment among our Holiday wonderland with co-workers, friends, and neighbors, gaze upon designer decorated trees, and visit the gift shop. Doors and gift shop open: 11:00 a.m. Plated lunch service begins: 12:00 noon sharp Reservations Required $25 per person

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Champagne Concert Featuring Anna’s Bay Choir

Co-Sponsored by Our Community Credit Union

Come and enjoy Anna’s Bay Choir performing songs from the 1940’s, champagne & appetizers served at Intermission, dance among beautifully decorated trees, and visit the gift shop. No Host Bar. 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Reservations Required $40 per person

Saturday, November 23 Candy Cane Carnival

Co-Sponsored by South Sound Radiology

Children’s activities, meet Santa, refreshments, surprises and visit the gift shop. 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Reservations Required $5 per person Free for ages 2 and under

Grand Gala and Live Auction Co-Sponsored by Hiawatha Corporation

Enjoy gourmet dining, bid on many silent and live auction items, visit the gift shop. Dancing to immediately follow the Auction. No Host Bar. Black tie optional. 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Reservations Required $1,200 Sapphire reserved table of 10 Single Ticket Purchase: $120 Sapphire table includes an appreciation gift for each guest and personal wait staff for your table. $1,500 Emerald reserved table of 10 Single Ticket Purchase: $150 Emerald table includes an appreciation gift for each guest, preferred seating & two personal wait staff members for your table and a table host. Fantasy Forest raises money to buy new state-of-the-art medical equipment for Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics. Mark your calendars and get your tickets today. You don’t want to miss MGH Foundation’s biggest event of the year and the opportunity to support your local hospital and clinics.

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to save their lives. They are taught to teach other nurses to assure sustainability, much like the “Helping Babies Breathe” program. Dr. DiDonna admits that each time he visits these countries he is humbled at how people with very little are able to give so much to their patients. DiDonna concludes by stating, “I approach this work

from a collaborative, cooperative, community spirited and respectful manner in which I learn as much from my global friends as they learn from me. I am lucky and grateful I am in a place in my life and work for an organization (MGH&FC) that supports my passion to share knowledge to improve the lives of others.” SCOPE 9

news briefs Employee Focus Live, learn and work at MGH&FC Craig Chase, a 21-year employee in MGH&FC’s maintenance department, is on the move every minute of the day trying to stay on top of all maintenance issues that come up with the Hospital and its clinics. “This is a busy place,” he said. “The staff here is the best part of my job. Their attitudes and skills help me do what I need to do. If they weren’t so helpful, kind, and considerate, my job would be a lot harder.”

Employees of the Month Congratulations to MGH&FC “Employee of the Month” for September – Lori Hatfield, MGH Ankle & Foot; and October – Rachel Conley, health information management.

Hoodsport Family Clinic to be part of Hospital District in January Effective Thursday, January 2, 2014, Hoodsport Family Clinic, under the leadership of Margene Fields, ARNP, will become a part of Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics. “This opportunity, to bring aboard a very well established clinic into our family of clinics, marks a very exciting time in the history of our Public Hospital District,” said Eric Moll, CEO of MGH&FC. “The addition of Hoodsport Family Clinic will enhance the District’s efforts to create a sense of togetherness within our family of providers and the broader community. This acquisition allows MGH&FC to support fully the services provided by more tightly integrating the 10 S C O P E

coordination of care for the benefit of the patients.” In the announcement made in September, Moll went on to say, “This addition will make the District more robust, as Margene has done a marvelous job of serving the broader Hoodsport community. I am impressed with the breadth and depth of the care Margene provides. She is incredibly accessible, and to me, that type of relationship equates to superior care. When you know the patients, you are a better advocate for them and the community. At MGH&FC we are very much about the sense of community and family; one of our most important values is our relationships. We have a strong alignment in values between Hoodsport Family Clinic and MGH&FC. Our partnership with Hoodsport Family Clinic helps MGH&FC to achieve our ultimate goal of putting the patient first. Together with Margene as a member of our team we will realize our ultimate vision of a successful patient-centric continuum of care.“

Olympic Physicians to Join Hospital District in December Olympic Physicians will officially become a part of Public Hospital District No. 1 of Mason County (now known as Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics) on December 2, 2013. In making the announcement, MGH&FC CEO Eric Moll stated, “Olympic Physicians brings a very strong culture of innovation and quality improvement as evidenced through the leadership of Dr. Mark Schlauderaff and Pam Schlauderaff with the clinic’s successful Medical Home journey. Medical Home is a primary care-based model that – at its core – puts the patient first by actively engaging, monitoring, and advocating for the patient. “This addition now ensures that we have a community-wide EMR (electronic medical records) as the District launches a new comprehensive system - “Cerner” - in January 2014. This change will increase our ability to share vital patient

Classes/Support Groups “First Aid/CPR/AED” course in November The First Aid/CPR/AED course size is limited to 16 per class, and an early, nonrefundable registration fee $35 (exact cash or check) is required to cover the cost of books and materials. It is open to the entire community and a Spanish interpreter can be made available upon request. Comfortable clothing is recommended. When: Thursday evening, November 14, from 5 to 9 p.m. Where: MGH&FC Learning Center, next to McDonald’s on Olympic Hwy North. Registration: Advanced registration is required by November 10, by calling the Learning Center at (360) 427-3609.

“Living Well with Diabetes” class in November A two-day class in diabetes self-management. When: Tuesday and Wednesday, November 19 & 20, 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. Where: Ellinor Meeting Room at MGH Registration: Advanced registration is required by calling Sue Barwick, R.N., C.D.E., at (360) 426-1611, ext. 28941 (from Allyn (360) 275-8614, ext. 28941). Note: Diabetes education is a covered service under most insurance plans.

hola care information throughout various care delivery settings,” added Moll. Moll went on to explain, the District will greatly benefit from the many talents and leadership skills that both Dr. Schlauderaff and Pam Schlauderaff, MSN, BSN, RN, bring to the District’s team. “They are both pioneers and thought leaders in the healthcare arena. Dr. Schlauderaff brings a passion for quality improvement and a willingness to share his knowledge and mentorship as it relates to Internal Medicine. He is also the Chief of the intensive care unit at MGH playing a pivotal leadership role in the provision of critical care at MGH. In addition, Dr. Schlauderaff is our physician champion for the Diabetes Wellness program by providing critical leadership for the District’s community outreach efforts. Olympic Physicians is known for having an exceptional group of providers who serve in leadership roles throughout the District and in our community. I appreciate the high caliber of staff and physicians who will continue to bring a breadth and depth of expertise to the patients we serve. Please join me in welcoming Olympic Physicians to MGH&FC.” Dr. Schlauderaff has been recognized as the “Washington State Rural Physician of the Year”, and was named to the “Meaningful Use Vanguard (MUV) by the Washington & Idaho Regional Extension Center” for his leadership in adoption and use of electronic health records (EHRs) at Olympic Physicians. Pam is recognized as a practice management leader in the healthcare industry. She has made many presentations on a state-wide level about the Medical Home model. In addition, she has held board leadership positions within the Rural Healthcare Clinic Association, which is an organization that advocates for rural health care in Washington. Pam is a recipient of the Mason General Hospital Foundation American Business Woman of the Year award.

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Evento De Salud Para Mujeres Sabado, Oct. 19, de 8 am- 1pm. Entrada Sur del Hospital n Mamografía digital GRATIS para mujeres sin seguro o con seguro médico limitado, entre las edades de 40 a 64* años n Servicios de Nutrición CMYK n Salud Cardiaca – prueba de la presión sanguínea e información sobre la salud

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*Las primera 50 mujeres que califiquen bajo el Programa del estado de Washington para la salud Cervical, los Senos y Cáncer en el Colon. Fundado por Karen Hilburn Breast & Cervical Cancer Fund. Las mujeres que tienen seguro médico para la mamografía pueden llamar al (360) 4279590, opción 1 y pedir una cita para mas adelante para la mamografía digital. Sponsored by:

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quality Staff recognized for enhanced wound care training MGH&FC Wound Care Services recently enhanced its bedside wound care through the additional training of staff. Five staff members voluntarily took the Wound Treatment Associate (WTA) course – offered by the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society (WOCN) and through MGH&FC’s Continuing Education program. Sally Petersen, RN; Donna Scott, RN; Rochelle Saeger, LPN; Kendra Ksen, RN; and Tiffany Preston, RN, earned their WTA title by putting in over 23 contact continuing education hours to upgrade their skills and complete the program. The WTA program is an educational wound care program for non-specialty, licensed wound care providers. It offers a completion certificate in contact hours where participants must pass a written post-test and satisfactorily demonstrate competency in: performing risk assessment, pressure ulcer prevention, basic management of incontinence associated dermatitis and skin tears, documentation of wound status,

Five staff members voluntarily took the Wound Treatment Associate (WTA) course offered by the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society (WOCN) through MGH&FC’s Continuing Education program. The participants were (l-r) Kendra Ksen, RN; Rochelle Saeger, LPN; and Donna Scott, RN. Not pictured: Sally Petersen, RN, and Tiffany Preston, RN.

application of a four-layer compression wrap, and measuring an ankle brachial index. The title is renewable in two years. “They worked very hard and should be proud of their accomplishment,” said Lena McGinnis, BSN, R.N., CWCN, wound

care supervisor at MGH&FC. “This was an ‘extracurricular course’ the Hospital offered to its staff, who put in their own time and effort to enhance the skills that allow us to continue to offer excellence in care.”

Wound Care Services now includes Ostomy Care Proper wound care is vital to help

prevent infection or other complications which may arise after surgery or following an injury, and MGH&FC Wound Care Services has added Ostomy Care to their list of services. Wound Care Services provides the latest evidencebased practices in advanced wound and ostomy care for patients of all ages, and is available for inpatient or outpatient care with a physician’s referral. Self-care for wounds at home is not always adequate. With the help of MGH’s Wound Care team that includes a Certified Wound, Ostomy and

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Continence Nurse (CWOCN), a LPN, and a Chief of Wound Services’ physician, the patient receives the necessary information to properly care for wounds and ostomy issues. Other types of wounds include: pressure ulcers diabetic ulcers venous ulcers arterial ulcers acute wounds infected wounds surgical and traumatic wounds wounds that won’t heal

burns skin and stoma issues In addition, Wound Care Services also provides ostomy appliance fittings, marking sites for surgery, caregiver education/training, and counseling for lifestyle issues. Wound care is provided Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Ostomy Care is provided Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For questions, a wound care specialist is available Monday to Friday by calling (360) 432-3586.

New Chemistry Analyzer installed Shelton Orthopedics offers ConforMIS personalized knee replacement A revolutionary knee implant system is now available, locally.

MGH Shelton Orthopedics now offers ConforMIS – a knee replacement system designed to conform precisely to your own, unique anatomy. And the entire process – from your pre-op diagnostic imaging to your post-op physical therapy – is done right here at Mason General Hospital. Using a series of CT scans of your knee, a computer-generated virtual model is created to build your own, personalized knee implant designed to provide a precise fit and correct alignment. The virtual “blueprint” is electronically sent to ConforMIS, where the custom implant is manufactured in approximately six weeks, and then delivered to your local surgeon in time for your scheduled surgery. Frederick Davis, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in knee replacement at MGH Shelton Orthopedics, and highly endorses this new technology for his patients who are good candidates for the procedure. “We’re pleased to be able to offer Fredrick J. Davis, M.D. the ConforMIS system to our patients who suffer Board Certified, Orthopedic Surgery with the pain of osteoarthritis or a knee injury,” said Dr. Davis. “The goal is always to find the right solution for each patient, and ConforMIS allows us to tailor a fit that will do that.” MGH Shelton Orthopedics is seeing great patient outcomes with the ConforMIS knee replacement system since it began implementing it early this year. Ruth Benson, a 64 year-old Shelton resident who underwent a partial knee replacement in February, is now pain-free. “I wish I could have had the ConforMIS procedure on my other knee that was done the year before,” she said. In May, Dr. Davis performed two more surgeries with the ConforMIS knee replacement system. Hilda Mayes, 68, of Matlock had her entire left knee replaced, is also free of pain, and anxious to have the same procedure on her right knee in the future. “Dr. Davis did a marvelous job!” she exclaimed. “I was back to normal activity in just a few weeks, and right now I’m walking about half a mile a day,” she said, adding, “– but I know I can go even further.” Georgette Bellack, 51, of Elma, had a partial ‘outer’ knee replacement and is now almost pain-free. “Dr. Davis and his team are amazing,” she said, describing the great care she received at MGH. “They make you feel like they’ve known you forever!”

In keeping with the Hospital’s culture to continually seek improvements in patient care and safety, MGH Laboratory recently completed an upgrade to its chemistry instruments. The upgrade expanded the number of types of lab tests that can be performed, in addition to shortening the turnaround times for several tests. “It took several hospital departments and vendors to make this happen,” said Paul Nixon, medical laboratory scientist and project lead. “It involved department staff from the Laboratory, IT Systems, Maintenance, and Materials, as well as contractors from the local community.” Several of the Lab team members from the project were (l-r) – Paul Nixon, MLS; Cindy Rose-Hammond, MT; Mona Mecham, lab assistant; Danielle Hall, MLT; Karen Bennett, MT; and Janine Anderson, MT. Not pictured: Sandy Strohschein, MT; Becky Penoyar, MT; Luisa Gordon, MT; Jeri Haymore, MLT; Lisa Jacobson, MLT; SaVanna Dominquez-Alvarez, CI analyst; and Craig Chase, lead maintenance tech.

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Support Program for Washington Healthplanfinder – the new way for Washingtonians to find, compare and enroll in health insurance – was unveiled in September. The support effort focused on providing answers to questions about new types of health coverage options and financial help to qualifying consumers. CHOICE Regional Health Network is one of 10 Lead Organizations selected by the Exchange. Statewide, the Exchange has partnered with nearly 100 community organizations including public health agencies, coalitions, and regional health networks and began education and enrollment efforts in their local areas this fall. Additional partners will be confirmed in the weeks ahead. Known as in-person assisters, these organizations can be located on a searchable map at www.wahealthplanfinder.org/ map.php. “We are encouraged by the way the community has rallied around this opportunity,” said Winfried Danke, CHOICE Regional Health Network’s executive director. “Tens of thousands of individuals and families in our region who are currently uninsured will have access to affordable healthcare coverage. As a Lead Organization, we want to ensure that every individual who has questions or needs help enrolling will have their needs met.” The Exchange has also awarded $560,000 in grant funding to five organizations as part of its Tribal Assister Program. These organizations, which include a coalition of tribes and tribalaffiliated groups, have the expertise to help tribal members, their families, and other community members to compare and enroll

in health coverage through Washington Healthplanfinder. “These diverse and trusted organizations are experts at reaching people in their communities,” said Kelly Boston, navigator manager for the Washington Health Benefit Exchange. “Through our networks, we offer the one-on-one support that allows those who are not likely to use a website or call center to learn about their options and enroll in health coverage.” Assistance is available in up to 175 languages, and trained representatives are available weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. by dialing toll-free: 1-855-WAFINDER (1-855-923-4633). Consumers can also email: customersupport@wahbexchange.org. “Our trained experts help ensure Washingtonians learn about and have access to the new health coverage options available through Washington Healthplanfinder,” said Richard Onizuka, Ph.D., CEO of the Washington Health Benefit Exchange. “People can get help online, over the phone, or in-person through a local organization or registered insurance broker if they need help enrolling in coverage.” Customer Support Center representatives are trained and available to answer questions about health coverage options, how to access financial help, and what consumers need to know about the enrollment process. On October 1, they began to facilitate enrollment in health plans offered through Washington Healthplanfinder. All health plans offered through Washington Healthplanfinder meet strict benefit and quality standards, and cover essential benefits including doctor visits, hospital stays, prescriptions, and regular check-ups. An individual making up to $45,000 and a family of four making up to $94,000 a year may qualify for financial help toward premiums and copays. Free and low-cost coverage is also available.

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addressing all possible concerns and questions. It was great to see very professional services. My thanks and respect to all.” “Thanks for taking the time to help us out in our time of need. I don’t know how hard it is working here, but you guys are amazing.” “Thank you so very much for all you did for me and all that you do for others. You make a beautiful difference.”

CHOICE Regional Health Network CHOICE Regional Health Network’s mission is to improve community health in central Western Washington through collective planning and action of healthcare leaders. CHOICE, founded in 1995, is a nonprofit collaborative of member organizations. CHOICE has partnered for years with the region’s medical providers, local governments, and a number of community-based organizations on a wide range of community health improvement projects. CHOICE believes that through collaboration, the effectiveness and efficiency of any single organization is greatly increased. CHOICE’s region encompasses Grays Harbor, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, and Thurston counties. As a Lead Organization for the Health Benefit Exchange, they will also serve Clallam and Jefferson counties to implement the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and provide services to uninsured individuals in their communities.

to tax credits, reduced cost-sharing and public programs such as Medicaid. Washington Healthplanfinder began enrolling consumers on October 1, 2013, for health insurance coverage commencing January 1, 2014.

Washington Health Benefit Exchange The Washington Health Benefit Exchange is a public-private partnership established in accordance with the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010, with the goal to redefine the healthcare experience through the creation of a new health insurance marketplace for individuals and small businesses. The Exchange is separate from the state and governed by an independent 11-member board appointed by Gov. Chris Gregoire in December 2011.

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Mountain View Women’s Health has new technology making it possible for you to get the treatment you need for your overactive bladder issues, locally – without long wait times or trips out of town. New urodynamic bladder testing equipment provides a computerized summary of test results – information our board-certified OB/GYNs and specially-trained staff use to provide you the best possible treatment options. Put an end to the worry about endless trips to the bathroom and get back to the life you enjoy with family, friends, and at work. Call Mountain View Women’s Health today at (360) 426-0955 to make an appointment with one of our specialists.

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