EXPANDED WALK-IN CLINIC OPENS IN PAOLA P. 3

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Miami County Medical Center Edition [ FALL 2014 VOL. IX, ISSUE 3 ]
EXPANDED
WALK-IN
CLINIC OPENS
IN PAOLA P. 3
The Facts About
Childhood
Immunizations p. 3
GET BACK TO AN
ACTIVE LIFE WITH JOINT
REPLACEMENT P. 6
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Table of
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GET A FREE FLU SHOT!
Facts About Childhood
Immunizations.......................................p. 3
Expanded Walk-In Clinic
Opens in Paola .....................................p. 3
Meet Our New Doctors........................p. 4
Joint Pain is No Longer Setting
the Pace for Dwight’s Life....................p. 6
Free Joint Pain Seminar & Webinar..p. 7
One Simple Lung Scan
Saved Ellen’s Life .................................p. 8
Take Our Breast Health Checklist......p. 9
Early Detection Saves Lives................p. 9
Are You At-Risk for Heart Disease?.p. 11
Look and Feel Better with
Leg Vein Treatment.............................p. 11
Life doesn’t stop for the flu. And if you or someone in your family gets this serious
illness, it can make life miserable. So be prepared this year! Get a free flu shot at
one of our upcoming events, and meet some your local family practice doctors.
Cedar Lake Village Receives
Tax Credits to Give Donors................p. 12
Let us be your go-to team during flu season and beyond. We’re ready to help, and
we have a single specialty: you.
Improve Your Running
Mechanics with RunSmart................p. 12
Open House with free flu shots for the whole family, while supplies last
Language Access Program
Celebrates 30 Years............................p. 13
Classes and Events.............................p. 14
Primary Care Locations in Miami
and Linn Counties...............................p. 16
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n Refreshments
n Blood pressure checks
n Clinic tours
n Meet our doctors
Louisburg Family Care
Tuesday, Oct. 14
4:30-6:30 p.m.
102 W. Crestview Circle
Louisburg, KS
Phone: 913-837-4299
Associates in Family Care - Paola
Tuesday, Oct. 28
4:30-6:30 p.m.
2102 Baptiste Drive
Paola, KS
Phone: 913-557-5678
Meet Your New
Miami County Physicians
Friday, Nov. 14 at 10 a.m.
Evergreen Events
15 W. Wea St. in Paola
Miami County Medical Center has welcomed a number of new physicians and
surgeons to its medical staff this year. Please join us to meet our new providers!
Refreshments will be provided. For more information, please visit olathehealth.org/
mcmc or call 913-791-4396.
A Physician’s Perspective
The Facts About
Childhood Immunizations
Michael P. McGinnis, MD, Internist and Pediatrician at
Louisburg Family Care, answers frequently asked questions
about the importance of childhood immunizations.
1) Why are immunizations important for the safety
and well-being of a child?
It’s important for parents to educate themselves on
issues pertaining to their child’s health and remain his or her
advocate. Raising children is challenging enough without
having to filter out all of the misinformation available in
Michael P. McGinnis, MD
print and on the Internet regarding immunizations.
Following the routine schedule for childhood immunizations provides your
child with protection from a wide array of illnesses and related complications of
those illnesses, including death.
2) There are several common misconceptions about immunizations. Can
you provide accurate information about these claims?
“Immunizations cause autism.”
The origin of this false claim came from an article published in 1998 in the
Journal Lancet. Many subsequent studies have shown no link between autism
and childhood immunizations, and that article has since been retracted.
“If all other children are immunized, my child doesn’t need to be.”
Leaving your child unprotected against a vaccine-preventable illness is not a
risk worth taking. A single exposure to such an illness could lead to an otherwise
preventable cause of infertility (due to lack of immunity and exposure to mumps);
a brain infection, such as meningitis or encephalitis, deafness or death (due to
lack of immunity and exposure to Hib, Strep pneumoniae, measles or others);
lifelong liver disease, liver failure and/or liver cancer (due to lack of immunity and
exposure to hepatitis B); or cervical cancer (due to lack of immunity and exposure
to HPV).
“Immunizations are too expensive.”
Preventive services, such as immunizations, are covered by insurance. If you
don’t have health insurance, the Miami County Health Department is a great
resource for standard immunizations at little or no cost.
3) Is it important to follow the routine immunization schedule?
Yes. Following the routine immunization schedule gives your child the most
protection with the fewest shots and provides protection at a time when they are
at highest risk for many of the illnesses covered.
4) Where can I get additional information about immunizations?
The most important job of any parent is loving and caring for your child, as
well as preparing him or her for a long, healthy life. Your partner in this task
is your child’s health care provider, and they are a tremendous reference for
immunization-related questions or concerns. Other great resources for vaccinerelated information can be found on the websites of the American Academy of
Pediatrics (AAP.org), the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP.org),
the Centers for Disease Control (CDC.gov) and the World Health Organization
(WHO.org).
Expanded
Walk-In
Clinic Opens
in Paola
In October, Associates in Family
Care – Paola (AFC-Paola) will open
its expanded clinic space to include a
special area dedicated to serving walk-in
patients. The clinic has been providing
walk-in care and extended hours since
last September.
“We want to offer the best care
possible in a patient-friendly manner,”
said Eric L. Dyck, MD, family practice
physician who provides care for the
walk-in patients. “Having dedicated space
will further help us offer walk-in care.
Our expansion will also help open space
in the current clinic for an additional
provider to see AFC-Paola patients.”
This new walk-in clinic was developed
as a result of community input received
during the Community Health Needs
Assessment. It features additional space
to accommodate people who need
immediate care. The addition includes
patient rooms, a nursing station, an
office for the providers and a waiting
room dedicated to walk-in patients. This
expansion will improve patient flow
throughout both sides of the clinic.
AFC-Paola has also added two new
family practice providers. Jawaria Khalid,
MD, and Karl Kroen, APRN, have joined
Kerri L. Fellows, MD, and Brooke Ottesen,
APRN, in caring for patients.
AFC-Paola
2102 Baptiste Drive
Paola, KS 66071
913-557-5678
Walk-In Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
If you would like to make an appointment
with a providers at AFC-Paola, please call
913-557-5678.
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Our Family is Expanding:
Jawaria Khalid, MD
Family Medicine
Sara Cobine, DO
Family Medicine
Jawaria Khalid, MD, has
joined Associates in Family
Care – Paola. Dr. Khalid
received her medical
education from King Edward
Medical College in Lahore,
Pakistan. She completed
residency at Flower Hospital
Family Practice in Sylvania,
Ohio. She is currently working
on an integrative medicine
Jawaria Khalid, MD
fellowship. She is board
certified in family medicine. Dr.
Khalid’s mission is helping families attain optimal health and
wellness.
Sara Cobine, DO, has
joined Associates in Family
Care – Osawatomie. Dr.
Cobine received her
medical education from the
Kansas City University of
Medicine and Biosciences
in Kansas City. She
completed residency at
Research Family Medicine
in Kansas City. She is board
Sara Cobine, DO
certified in family medicine.
Dr. Cobine is focused on
building relationships with her patients and helping them
achieve their health goals.
“I am a doctor because it was my childhood dream, and I find it
very rewarding,” Dr. Khalid said. “I love taking care of families,
helping keep them healthy and happy.”
“I love getting to know my patients and their families and
making a difference in their lives,” Dr. Cobine said.
Associates in Family Care - Paola
2102 Baptiste Dr.
In the Doctors Building, adjacent to Miami County Medical Center
Associates in Family Care – Osawatomie
100 E. Main St.
Osawatomie, KS 66064
913-755-3044
913-557-5678
OUTPATIENT CLINIC AT MCMC
At Miami County Medical Center’s outpatient clinic, physician
specialties range from podiatry and orthopedic surgery to
general surgery and ophthamology. MCMC has added new
specialists to its outpatient clinic this year.
Now seeing patients are:
n Andrew B. Morris, DO, MBA, PharmD - Urologist
n Bradley E. Davis, MD - Urologist
n Baseem Kayali, MD - Cardiologist
Dr. Kayali also provides cardiovascular care for patients in the
hospital.
For a complete listing of all our specialties, visit
olathehealth.org/mcmc. To schedule an appointment,
please call 913-294-6602.
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EMERGENCY CARE CENTER
The physician group providing care at MCMC’s Emergency
Care Center joined the medical staff within the past
year. The doctors also treat inpatients at the hospital.
This model allows for a continuity of care for patients
who come to the emergency center and then need to
be admitted to the hospital. The patient is able to stay in
Miami County for his or her hospital needs, instead of
being transferred to another facility.
Members of the ECC physician group are:
n Perry Bassett, MD
n Allen Davied, MD
n James Ellis, DO
n Daniel Frese, MD
n Osama Ismael, MD
n Christopher Lipsmeyer, MD
n Curt Meinecke, MD
n Kevin M. Miner, MD
n Venkata Gangadhara Reddy Katasani, MD
n Daniel Ross, MD
n Srinath Tadakamalla, MD
n David Talbott, MD
Meet Our New Doctors
Najla Maalouf, MD
Melissa L. Lane, DO
Pulmonologist
Family Medicine
Melissa L. Lane, DO, has joined
Olathe Family Physicians. Dr.
Lane received her medical
education at Kansas City
University of Medicine and
Biosciences in Kansas City.
She completed an internship
and residency at Research
Medical Center in Kansas City.
She is board certified in family
medicine.
Melissa L. Lane, DO
Dr. Lane is an expert at caring for families, and patients of
all ages.
Najla Maalouf, MD, has
joined Consultants in
Pulmonary Medicine. Dr.
Maalouf received her medical
education and completed
an internship and residency
at American University of
Beirut, Lebanon. She also
completed residency at St.
Louis University Hospital and
Najla Maalouf, MD
a fellowship at the University
of Kansas School of Medicine. Dr. Maalouf is board certified
in pulmonary disease and internal medicine. For Dr. Maalouf,
communication and trust are the foundation of patient care.
“Medicine is more than a diagnosis and treatment,” Dr. Lane
said. “It’s also about education, encouragement and care.
That’s why I love my job.”
“My motivating goal with patients is to restore them to health
as much as possible," Dr. Maalouf said. "But, equally important
is educating them about their condition, respecting their
wishes and upholding their dignity at all times.”
Olathe Family Physicians
20375 W. 151 St., Suite 105
Olathe, KS 66061
913-782-8487
Consultants in Pulmonary Medicine
20375 W. 151st St., Suite 451
Olathe, KS 66061
913-829-0446
J. Andrew Hurst, MD
Karen J. Haas, DO
Orthopedic Surgeon
Neurologist
J. Andrew Hurst, MD, has joined
Johnson County Orthopedics
& Sports Medicine. Dr. Hurst
received his medical education
from the University of Texas.
He completed his residency at
the University of Oklahoma. He
is board certified in orthopedic
surgery.
Karen J. Haas, DO, has joined
Comprehensive Neurology.
Dr. Haas received her medical
education at Kansas City
University of Medicine and
Biosciences in Kansas City. She
completed an internship and
residency at the University of
Kansas School of Medicine. She
is board certified in neurology.
J. Andrew Hurst, MD
Karen J. Haas, DO
Dr. Hurst is an experienced
physician who brings a wide range of orthopedic expertise to
serve the community.
Dr. Haas brings a wealth of expertise, along with compassion.
“I am motivated by a good challenge,” Dr. Hurst said. “Whether
that’s a fracture, arthritis or a torn tendon, my goal is always to
return you to the life you love.”
“I consider it an honor to be allowed to participate in my
patient’s healthcare,” Dr. Haas said. “I strive to always treat my
patients with the best medical care, while also treating them
with the same kindness and compassion that I would want for
my own family.”
Johnson County Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Olathe
20920 W. 151st Street
Suite 100
Olathe, KS 66061
913-782-1148
Paola
2102 Baptiste Drive,
Suite E
Paola, KS 66071
913-557-3800
Comprehensive Neurology
601 N. Mur Len, Suite 8
Olathe, KS 66062
913-764-5100
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DWIGHT’S
SUPERPOWER?
KEEPING UP WITH THE YOUNGER GUYS.
F
or Dwight Heincker of Spring
Hill, being stuck in a recliner
was no way to live. Active all
his life, including competing as a high
school and college athlete, Dwight,
56, suffered hip pain in his 30s and
40s. It finally got so bad he went to
see William W. Bohn, MD, at Johnson
County Orthopedics & Sports Medicine.
He found out he had a congenital
problem called hip dysplasia.
“My hips never bothered me when
I was younger,” Dwight said. “But by
the time I went to see Dr. Bohn, I was in
constant pain on my left side. It hurt to
do anything. It hurt to walk.”
Dwight tried steroid injections. But
they only helped for a while.
“Dr. Bohn told me, ‘The good news
is we can fix this with surgery. The bad
news is you will have to see me again.’
So I knew I’d eventually be back to
replace the other hip,” he said.
This year, almost exactly 10 years
Dwight Heincker is happy to be back to his active life after a total hip replacement surgery at Olathe Medical
after the first surgery on his left hip,
Center. He is now pain-free and able to enjoy his hobbies like fishing, gardening and cutting wood.
Dwight was back to see Dr. Bohn for his
right hip. He performed the total hip
pain after the procedure. I walked the next day. I was walking all
replacement at Olathe Medical Center. Dwight was surprised by
around the hospital.”
how much easier the recovery was the second time around.
"Now I can go out and cut wood, mow grass, work in the
“This is a fantastic procedure,” he said. “I had almost no
garden. I can get back to life. I was not able to do any of those
things before surgery. It’s only been five months, so I’m still
healing, but last night I went out to the barn and mixed and
poured some concrete and dug potatoes.”
His advice to anyone experiencing hip or joint pain: “See
what your options are. If the doctor says a total hip replacement
is the way to go, don’t be afraid of it. I wish I had done it earlier.
Why go through the pain if you don’t have to?”
“Once the pain is gone, you’ve got your life back.”
"Once the pain is gone, you've got
your life back."
-Dwight Heincker
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FREE JOINT PAIN
SEMINAR & WEBINAR
Wednesday, October 8 at 6:30 p.m.
Visit olathehealth.org/classes or call 913-791-4396 to
register.
If you've been missing out on life because of pain and limited mobility, make
a plan to attend our free seminar or webinar. You will learn about the latest in
orthopedic procedures from William W. Bohn, MD, an orthopedic surgeon with
Johnson County Orthopedics and Sports Medicine.
Getting back to life without pain is easier than you might think. Many of today’s
procedures are minimally invasive, with advanced implants and a quicker
recovery than in the past. So if need a knee or hip replacement, let us tell you
how our surgical options can help you get moving again.
TWO WAYS TO PARTICIPATE
1
IN-PERSON SEMINAR
Olathe Health Education Center
(Johnson County Community College building,
west of Olathe Medical Center)
Advance registration required.
2
ONLINE WEBINAR
Join us online at 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 8 to
attend this presentation as an interactive
webinar at olathehealth.org/webinar.
Registrations are preferred but not
required. Register online at olathehealth.
org/ortho or call 913-791-4396.
William W. Bohn, MD
Johnson County Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Wouldn’t you love to wake up each morning free from joint pain? If you have to think about how much it’s going to hurt every
time you move, it’s probably time to think about seeing an orthopedic specialist. We have several convenient locations.
OLATHE LOCATIONS
PAOLA LOCATION
Near Olathe Medical Center
20920 W. 151st St.,
Suite 100
Olathe, KS 66061
Phone: 913-782-1148
The Doctors Building of Miami
County Medical Center
2102 Baptiste Drive,
Suite E
Paola, KS 66071
Phone: 913-557-3800
College Point Medical Plaza
23450 College Blvd
Olathe, KS 66061
Phone: 913-782-1148
PHYSICIANS
William W. Bohn, MD
Christopher C. Eckland, DO
Lanny W. Harris, MD
J. Andrew Hurst, MD
Brian C. Kindred, MD
Gregory P. Lynch, MD
Daniel D. Schaper, MD
Keith D. Sheffer, MD
John A. Tanksley, MD
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How A Simple Lung Scan
Changed Ellen’s Life
W
hile most people are shocked to receive the news they
have cancer, Ellen wasn’t. In fact, she was expecting it.
“I wasn’t surprised at all; I’m a nurse so I guess I was kind
of expecting it. I would’ve been more surprised if nothing ever
happened.”
Before quitting 10 years ago, Ellen Rowan-Webb, 74, was a
smoker for 40-plus years. She learned of a new screening being
offered called a low-dose CT lung scan. She decided to schedule
the screening, given her smoking history. At the same time, she
received a heart scan to measure the amount of calcified plaque
in her arteries.
“My calcium scoring came back good, but they noticed a
teeny, tiny nodule on my lungs," Ellen said.
Ellen's pulmonologist, Dominique M. Crain, MD, with
Consultants in Pulmonary Medicine, recommended monitoring
the lump using CT scans every six months. Last December, the
scan showed the nodule was growing, and it was cancer.
Dr. Crain teamed up with radiation oncologist Stephen R.
Smalley, MD, at Olathe Regional Oncology Center, to quickly
devise and implement a personalized treatment plan for Ellen.
She had two options - surgery to remove a part of her lung or
stereotactic radiation therapy. She chose the noninvasive route
of stereotactic radiation therapy.
Stereotactic radiation therapy uses focused rays of highdose radiation given over fewer treatments than traditional
radiation therapy. Several beams of radiation are targeted at the
tumor from various angles.
Ellen began radiation in January, needing only three
treatments over three days.
“I drove myself to and from the hospital and continued my
daily activities as normal," Ellen said. "I had no side effects.”
Ellen was thrilled she could continue her hobbies like
reading, writing and gardening during her treatment period.
Since receiving the radiation therapy, the nodule has shrunk
considerably.
Ellen Rowan-Webb smoked for more than 40 years. Her choice to get a
low-dose CT scan resulted in early detection of lung cancer.
"With this wonderful response to therapy, there is an
excellent prospect of a permanent cure," Dr. Smalley said.
Ellen will continue getting CT scans every six months to
monitor her lungs.
“I feel great," she said. "In fact, since my last treatment in
January, I haven’t had to go to the doctor except for my annual
blood work in May. And it all came back perfect!”
Ellen would’ve never known about the small nodule on her
lungs if she had not elected to receive a low-dose CT scan.
“It’s important to pay attention to what health screenings are
being offered, and if they apply to you," Ellen said. "If I didn’t
sign up for this particular scan, I might not be sitting here right
now.”
Should You Be Screened For Lung Cancer?
Olathe Medical Center offers low-dose CT lung scans to help detect lung cancer early, before symptoms begin to occur and
when it is more treatable.
Candidates for low-dose CT lung screenings should meet the following criteria:
n Ages 50-74 years old
n History of regular smoking, now or in the past
How to schedule or learn more:
Please call Jeni Wakefield, Nurse Navigator, at 913-324-8511. She can answer your questions, talk through the required
criteria and help you schedule a screening. You are also encouraged to discuss this with your primary care doctor.
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Saving Lives And Futures With
Nationally Accredited Breast Care
O
lathe Health System is a leader in breast care because it's important to the families we serve. From advanced
screening technology to a nationally accredited breast center, all of our resources are focused on keeping you
healthy. And that starts with prevention.
Our breast health checklist:
o
 Know your breasts. Be aware of their appearance
and how they feel. Monthly self-breast exams are
encouraged for women beginning in their 20s.
o
 Know your risks. Women who have a family
history of breast cancer are at an increased
risk for also developing breast cancer. If you
have a family history, consider scheduling your
mammogram at age 35.
o
 Schedule regular wellness exams with your
physician.
o
 Schedule annual mammograms. The American
Cancer Society recommends that women age 40
and older should have a screening mammogram
every year and should continue to do so for as
long as they are in good health.
No matter what services you need, we’ll be there for
you every step of the way, with caring physicians
and state-of-the-art services.
SCHEDULE YOUR
MAMMOGRAM TODAY
T
he American Cancer Society recommends that women ages 40 and older
should have a screening mammogram every year and continue to do so
for as long as they are in good health. Don’t wait for symptoms. Schedule your
mammogram today. Olathe Medical Center and Miami County Medical Center
each offer a relaxed, inviting atmosphere and provide patients with a number of
personal touches that make the experience more comfortable.
To schedule your mammogram at Olathe Medical Center’s Women’s Imaging
Suite, call 913-791-4395. To schedule at Miami County Medical Center, call 913-2946611.
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Breathing a Sigh of Relief
After Sinus Surgery
F
or more than 15 years, Chuck Smith, 52, suffered
from chronic sinus infections. His nose was always
stuffy or runny, and he woke up every morning with a
sinus headache. It affected his sleep. It affected his family. It
affected his life.
When the symptoms first started, Chuck had a few
allergy and sinus tests done. He used over-the-counter and
prescription allergy medicines and nose spray to manage his
symptoms.
“I always sounded nasal and was stuffy,” Chuck said. “My
kids said it was annoying to listen to all the time.”
Nothing was easy. If Chuck went on a camping trip with
his family, he had to worry about always having tissues with
him. When going out with friends, he would sometimes
have to ask them to stop at a store, so he could buy over-thecounter medicine. His symptoms seemed to be worse in the
evenings.
“Even breathing and talking were hard,” Chuck said.
“Every day someone would ask me if I had a cold.”
Chuck works in retail management and at times would
find himself in compromising situations with a customer
when he needed a tissue and didn’t have one on-hand.
Chuck's symptoms started affecting his sleep. He overslept
his alarm a few times this past winter, which is not a normal
habit for him. A co-worker pointed out that his sinuses were
probably affecting his sleep. His headaches were also getting
worse, and for the first time, he had to call in sick to work
with a headache. That’s when Chuck decided to do something
about it.
"I wish I had done [Balloon
Sinuplasty] sooner. Overall, I am
a happier person now."
-Chuck Smith
Chuck was referred to Brian A. Metz, MD, FACS, an ear,
nose and throat specialist at Olathe Medical Center. Dr. Metz
told Chuck about a minimally-invasive procedure called
Balloon Sinuplasty that could help alleviate his chronic sinus
problems. He had the procedure in April, and the results
changed his life.
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Chuck Smith suffered from chronic sinus infections for more than 15 years. He's
now breathing easier after a minimally-invasive procedure called Balloon Sinuplasty.
"I feel great!" Chuck said. "When I took over-the-counter
medicine, my symptoms improved, but nothing like how
good I feel now. There is no comparison. I never oversleep
now, and I'm getting better sleep. I can tell a huge difference."
Chuck said the recovery period from the surgery was
almost non-existent. He couldn't believe he suffered through
the symptoms for so long before deciding to take this step.
"The surgery was easy, and I needed very little downtime
after," he said. "I wish I had done it sooner. I suffered from
chronic sinus issues for all of my 40s. I think about how much
fuller my life might have been if I hadn’t waited so long.
Overall, I am a happier person now. I am getting better sleep,
and I don’t have headaches. In the four months since I've had
surgery, I have not been asked once if I have a cold! And, I
haven't bought a single tissue since the surgery."
To learn more about Balloon Sinuplasty, visit
olathehealth.org/sinus.
Your best gardening tool?
Legs that go all afternoon.
LOOK AND FEEL BETTER WITH
VARICOSE VEIN TREATMENT.
Have you had to stop doing something you love because
of the pain and swelling of varicose veins? Not all aches
and pains are easy to treat, but this one can be. We’ll help
you get back out there! Our most common treatment is
done by board-certified physicians and takes just an hour.
No surgery, no downtime and results you can see and feel
immediately.
FREE SCREENINGS AND
INFORMATIONAL SESSIONS*
October 8 and 27
4:30, 5:30 and 6:30 p.m.
21080 W. 151st St., Olathe
Call 913-768-3104 or register online at
olathehealth.org/veincare.
* Medicare and other federal healthcare beneficiaries are
limited to a free informational session.
ARE YOU AT RISK
FOR HEART DISEASE?
Find out with a quick, easy and painless heart scan today.
Good heart health begins when you know the score – your calcium score. That’s the amount of calcified plaque in your
arteries. Our advanced, non-invasive HeartScore64 scan can reveal and measure it painlessly within minutes. The lower
your score, the lower your risk for heart disease.
This screening costs $64.
To schedule, call 913-791-4395.
You must have a doctor’s referral to schedule.
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CEDAR LAKE
VILLAGE
RECEIVES
TAX CREDITS
FOR DONORS
TO MEMORY
CARE
PROJECT
C
edar Lake Village, Inc.
has launched a capital
campaign to raise $1 million
for an expansion that will include
Memory Care Assisted Living and a
Worship and Life Center. They have
received $320,000 in tax credits
from the Kansas State Department
of Commerce to pass on to donors
who make a gift of $250 or more in
2014 and 2015. Donors will get 50
percent of their donation as a credit
on the amount they owe on their
Kansas income tax. In addition, they
can itemize their gift on their federal
return and receive a deduction for a
charitable gift to a not-for-profit. The $9.3 million expansion
project will create a place to call
home for individuals who are
struggling with the early stages of
Alzheimer’s or other related forms
of dementia. The memory care
assisted living facility will include
two secure neighborhoods with a
total of 24 private rooms and outdoor
courtyards. The neighborhood will
include a common area with activity
spaces, such as a beauty shop and
ice cream parlor. The 29,000 square
foot expansion will also include a
Worship and Life Center that will seat
80 people. For more information about
making a donation to Cedar Lake
Village or receiving a tax credit,
contact Vivian Crosby at 913-3242235.
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RUNSMART
Improve your running mechanics and
decrease your chance of injury
T
he Run Smart program, offered
through The Rehab Place at
Olathe Medical Center, is designed
to meet the needs of runners of all
ages and performance levels. Our
physical therapists work with runners
to develop a personalized plan to
improve running mechanics and
decrease overall risk of injury.
Slow-frame videography and
computer software technology are
used to capture all the movements of
your run. The therapist analyzes your
form from head to toe and provides
you with immediate visual feedback.
As part of your evaluation, you will
receive an in-depth assessment of
your strength, flexibility and running
efficiency. The therapist will teach
you how even small changes to
running mechanics can keep you
running longer and safer.
What current or previous injuries warrant a further look at your stride?
n IT band syndrome
n Runner’s knee
n Plantar Fasciitis
n Shin splints
n Achilles tendonitis
n Hamstring pull
n Stress fracture
n Back or neck pain following running
For additional information or to schedule your evaluation with one of our speciallytrained physical therapists, please call 913-324-8685.
Physical Therapy at Olathe Health System
Olathe Health System offers physical therapy on an outpatient basis at seven
convenient locations in Johnson and Miami counties. This service provides evaluation
and one-on-one rehabilitation services for optimal healing and improved quality of life.
You can now be referred to a Physical Therapist by a physician, or you can self-refer.
We are here to serve you if you suffer from:
n Back/Neck Pain
n Frequent Falls
n Joint Sprains
n Difficulty Walking
n Muscle Strains
n Chronic Pain
n Sports Injuries
n Anything that makes movement
difficult
For additional information or questions about rehabilitation services, please call 913324-8638 or visit olathehealth.org/rehab.
Celebrating 30 Years of
Language Access Services
O
lathe Health System's commitment to providing access to care goes well beyond the work we do within our clinics,
hospitals and other facilities. For more than 30 years, we have offered easy access to healthcare for members of our
community who are deaf and hard-of-hearing. We provide free interpreter service 24/7 using skilled professionals who
are on call, on staff or available by phone. Several of our recent language access program enhancements include:
n A video remote interpreting (VRI) program recently launched at Urgent Care of Olathe and in Suite 150 at Olathe Medical
Center. This program provides live, on-demand interpreting services for deaf and hard of hearing patients, without potential
wait time.
n Olathe Medical Center now has two video phones available to allow individuals who are deaf, have hearing loss or speech
impairments to communicate with a hearing individual using sign language.
Free Flu Shot
Event
Wednesday, Oct. 22
Olathe Medical Pavilion
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Fall means flu season is around the
corner. We’ve got FREE shots!
From sunscreen to helmets, you do a
lot of things to protect your family. Take
care of the one that’s on your fall to-do
list: flu shots.
Olathe Health System's
Dedication to the Community
Each year, OHSI staff invests thousands of hours participating in community
support efforts. We also dedicate a considerable part of our operating budget
toward monetary donations and resources to support other non-profit
organizations that work to make our region a healthier place to live.
CHARITY AND UNCOMPENSATED CARE
Every day, there are countless opportunities for us to share our compassion
and capabilities with those in our community. In fact, the demands of charity
and uncompensated care have risen steadily over the past several years. As
a non-profit organization, we believe that everyone has the right to quality
healthcare, regardless of his or her ability to pay.
For more information about the community support provided by Olathe
Health System, visit our website at olathehealth.org/community.
n Free flu shots for the whole family,
while supplies last.
n Refreshments
n Olathe Medical Pavilion tours
n Meet our family care team
Olathe Medical Pavilion
Located just west of Olathe
Medical Center
21120 W. 152nd St.
Olathe, KS 66061
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wellness&support
HEALTH AND EDUCATION CLASSES
To learn more about all of our screenings, classes and events, or to register, please visit olathehealth.org,
or call 913-791-4312. Note: For classes at Miami County Medical Center, call 913-294-6657 for times.
CHILDBIRTH &
PARENTING
PLANNING A PREGNANCY
What should be done and what should be
avoided before and during pregnancy to give
your baby the best chance for a healthy start?
Risk factors and hazardous exposures, as
well as emotional and financial issues will be
addressed. Call 913-791-4312 for class times.
HEALTHY PREGNANCY
For expectant parents in their first or second
trimester. Information provided on nutrition,
exercise, fetal growth and development,
and coping with common discomforts of
pregnancy. Call 913-791-4312 for class times.
CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Childbirth preparation techniques,
emphasizing a family-centered approach to
birth options, comfort measures, breathing
techniques, partner coaching, informed
choices and total body relaxation during
labor and birth. Information on postpartum
care, newborn care and safety. A tour of The
Birth Place is included.
FIVE-WEEK PREPARATION – Sept. 30 – Oct.
28, Oct. 16 - Nov. 13 and Nov. 3 – Dec. 8
ONE-DAY PREPARATION – Oct. 4, Nov. 1 and
Dec. 6
REFRESHER - Oct. 25
BREASTFEEDING
Review the basics of breastfeeding,
including benefits to mom and baby,
latch-on, frequency and length of feedings,
and common problems and solutions.
Information on pumping and what to do
when you return to work. Your support
person is encouraged to attend.
Oct. 8, Nov. 5 and Dec. 3
olathehealth.org
INFANT CARE
FIRST AID 4 KIDS
An overview of baby care basics: how to
hold, diaper, swaddle and bathe a newborn
and what to expect in the first few weeks at
home. Safety issues and common concerns
are addressed.
Oct. 15, Nov. 12 and Dec. 10
This class is for children ages nine to 12.
It focuses on safety and prevention of
injuries and treatment of choking, bleeding
and various medical and environmental
emergencies. Parents should accompany
children. This class is available upon request
for community groups.
Oct. 15
GRANDPARENTING AND
SIBLING PREPARATION
CLASSES
Grandparenting class teaches current
methods of childbirth, infant care and safety.
The sibling preparation class helps children
feel more comfortable with the hospital
setting and with the new family addition.
Sibling class content is most appropriate for
ages three to 10, but other ages are welcome.
GRANDPARENTING TODAY
Oct. 25
SIBLING PREPARATION
Oct. 11, Nov. 8 and Dec. 13
TOURS OF THE BIRTH PLACE
The Birth Place at Olathe Medical Center
hosts free tours for prospective parents.
Tours provide an opportunity to meet the
staff and view the unique delivery rooms
and amenities. Dads, siblings, grandparents
and friends are welcome to attend. Tours are
also included with all Childbirth Preparation
classes. Please visit olathehealth.org to view
upcoming tours or call 913-791-4311.
KIDS & TEENS
BABYSITTER SAFETY
This American Safety & Health Institute
(ASHI) program, taught by certified
instructors, is intended for babysitters ages
11 to 15. Participants will learn helpful tips
and techniques on care for infants and
children, home safety, first aid and managing
choking. Participants will receive a two-year
certification in babysitting. Parents are asked
to accompany their child to and from class.
Oct. 11, Nov. 8 and Dec. 13
CPR 4 KIDS
This non-certified CPR class teaches basic
adult, child and infant CPR skills and how to
aid a choking victim. This class is targeted for
ages nine to 15. No test is required and no
certification card is given. Parents are asked
to accompany their child to and from class.
Nov. 29
GIRLS GROWING UP
Girls Growing Up is designed to guide girls
in third through fifth grade and her mom or
guardian through the changes of puberty
and menarche in a gentle, humorous, nonthreatening way.
Call 913-791-4312 for class times.
BECOMING YOUNG WOMEN
Becoming Young Women is designed for
girls in the seventh through ninth grade who
often have questions about sexuality but are
unsure who or how to ask.
Call 913-791-4312 for class times.
WEIGHT
MANAGEMENT,
NUTRITION &
EXERCISE
AQUATIC EXERCISE
FAMILY AND FRIENDS CPR
(ALL AGES)
FIRST AID (PEDIATRIC FIRST
AID/CPR/AED)
This non-certified class teaches basic adult,
child and infant CPR skills and how to aid a
choking victim. No test is required and no
certification card is given.
OMC: Oct. 6, Nov. 3 and Dec. 1
MCMC: Call 913-294-6657 for class times.
The Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR
AED is intended for those involved in child
care (child care workers, teachers, foster
care workers, camp counselors, youth
organizations and coaches for children’s
sports organizations) and is designed to
meet the regulatory requirements for child
care workers. This course is also ideal for
parents, grandparents, babysitters and
guardians. The course covers how to respond
to and manage illnesses and injuries in a
child or infant in the first few minutes until
professional help arrives. In addition, the
course teaches child CPR AED and infant
CPR. A certification card valid for 2 years will
be issued after successful completion of the
skills test. Book included.
OMC: Oct. 18
MCMC: Call 913-294-6657 for class times.
Eight-week sessions, either two or three
days per week, designed for individuals with
special needs, such as arthritis, fibromyalgia,
joint problems, etc. Includes flexibility, range
of motion and strength activities. This class
is ongoing.
OMC: Call 913-791-3596 for class times.
MCMC: Call 913-294-6679 for class times.
HEALTHY WEIGH – WEIGHT
MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Meet one-on-one with a registered dietitian
to discuss personal eating habits, develop
goals, and establish a plan for managing
weight.
To make an appointment with one of our
registered dietitians, please call
913-791-3500 ext. 4014.
WELLNESS &
EDUCATION
SIGN LANGUAGE
Learn the basics of American Sign Language.
“The American Sign Language Phrase
Book” by Lou Fant is included in the price of
registration. This eight-week class meets two
days a week and covers Sign Language I & II.
The course is designed for those who are 14
years or older. Certificates will be awarded
upon completion.
Call 913-791-4312 for class times.
DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT
Our staff is specifically trained in diabetes
management and can help you achieve your
diabetes goals. Diabetes education classes
are designed for adults with a diagnosis
of type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Patients must
be referred by their physician for the class
cost to be covered by insurance. Cost may
be covered by your health insurance plan
(individual policies vary, check with your
insurance provider to verify coverage).
OMC: Call 913-791-4382 for class times.
MCMC: Call 913-294-6638 for class times.
HEARTSAVER CPR AND AED
This American Heart Association course
is designed for the lay rescuer requiring
certification. This course teaches adult, child
and infant CPR, how to aid a choking victim
and AED use. A certification card valid for
two years will be issued after successful
completion of the skills test. Participants
will have hands-on practice, so comfortable
clothing is recommended. Book included.
OMC: Nov. 17
MCMC: Call 913-294-6657 for class times.
NEW CLASS: HEALTHCARE
PROVIDER SKILLS TESTING
This program is for healthcare providers
seeking an alternative non-classroom
method for completing an initial or renewal
BLS for Healthcare Providers course.
Oct. 28 , Nov. 25
HEALTHCARE PROVIDER CPR
AND RENEWAL
Learn CPR for victims of all ages (including
ventilation with a barrier device and a bagvalve mask device), use of an AED and relief
of Foreign Body Airway Obstruction (FBAO).
Designed for participants who provide care
to patients in a wide variety of settings, inhospital and out. Book included. The renewal
class is for healthcare providers seeking
re-certification and focuses on reviewing and
testing all skills. A certification card will be
issued after completion of these classes.
OMC: Healthcare Provider CPR
Oct. 25, Nov. 22 and Dec. 4
OMC: Healthcare Provider Renewal
Oct. 13, Nov. 10 and Dec. 8
MCMC: Healthcare Provider Renewal
Sept. 26, Oct. 31 and Nov. 28
SUPPORT
GROUPS
Learning to deal with the loss of a loved one
or coping with illness can present challenges
to everyday life. Our support groups provide
an outlet for individuals seeking help,
encouragement and companionship. Support
groups are available for obesity/bariatric
surgery, grief and loss, breastfeeding, cancer,
diabetes, pregnancy and infant loss, women’s
cardiac and sleep disorders support. Call 913791-4312 for more information.
COMMUNITY
BLOOD DRIVE
OCTOBER 16, 2014
7 A.M. - 4 P.M.
Olathe Medical Center
The Doctor’s Building II, Ste. 315
Walk-ins are welcome. To schedule, visit
savealifenow.org, or call 913-791-4380.
The Community Blood Center has
established Olathe Medical Center (OMC)
as an ongoing Community Blood Drive site.
Saving a life can be as easy as making a
blood donation. With the blood supply at a
critical low, every donation matters.
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MCMC EDITION
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Health System, Inc. Please direct your
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Kansas 66061, 913-791-4311.
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Olathe Health System, Inc. Public Relations
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Olathe Health System, Inc. is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. Services are provided
on a nondiscriminatory basis.
FALL 2014 • VOL. IX, ISSUE 3
FAMILY CARE CLINICS IN
MIAMI AND LINN COUNTIES
ASSOCIATES IN FAMILY
CARE - OSAWATOMIE
100 E. Main St.
Osawatomie, KS 66064
913-755-3044
Providers: Sara Cobine, DO; Brian D.
Cooke, MD; Jonathan L. Newkirk, MD;
Kailey Dressler, APRN; and
Janet French, PA-C
ASSOCIATES IN FAMILY CARE – PAOLA
2102 Baptiste Dr.
Paola, KS 66071
913-557-5678
Providers: Kerri L. Fellows, MD; Jawaria
Khalid, MD; Karl Kroen, APRN; and
Brooke Ottesen, APRN
LACYGNE FAMILY CARE
1017 E. Market St.
LaCygne, KS 66040
913-757-4575
Providers: Anthony R. Justesen, MD;
and Brian Becker, PA-C
olathehealth.org
LOUISBURG FAMILY CARE
102 W. Crestview Circle
Louisburg, KS 66053
913-837-4299
Providers: Michael P. McGinnis, MD;
and Loretta Heinen, PA-C
MOUND CITY FAMILY CARE
302 N. 1st St.
Mound City, KS 66056
913-795-2203
Providers: Anthony R. Justesen, MD;
Brian Becker, PA-C; and Karl Kroen,
APRN
OUTPATIENT
SPECIALTIES
Our physicians see patients
in the outpatient clinic within
The Doctors Building located
inside Miami County Medical
Center. Listed below are their
specialties:
CARDIOLOGY
EAR, NOSE & THROAT
GENERAL SURGERY
OPHTHALMOLOGY
ORTHOPEDICS & SPORTS
MEDICINE
PAIN CARE
WALK-IN CARE
ASSOCIATES IN FAMILY CARE – PAOLA
2102 Baptiste Dr.
Paola, KS 66071
913-557-5678
Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Provider: Eric L. Dyck, MD
PLASTIC & RECONSTRUCTIVE
SURGERY
PODIATRY
UROLOGY
CALL 913-294-6602
FOR AN APPOINTMENT.