Winter 2012 - Methodist Hospitals

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WINTER 2012 ISSUE
HEALTHWISE
T H E M A G A Z I N E O F M E T H O D I S T H O S P I TA L S
GPS in the OR
Methodist Unveils the Only Multi-Specialty
Navigation Surgery Suite in Northwest Indiana
In this issue:
• Helping Seniors overcome aging-related emotional difficulties
• Mommy Makeovers: A growing trend
• Women take control of their heart health
• Acid Reﬂux treatments that really work
• NWI’s only Gamma Knife delivers hope close to home
L E A D I N G T H E W AY T O B E T T E R H E A LT H .
METHODIST HOSPITALS
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WELCOME FROM THE CEO
Welcome to the Winter 2012 issue of
Methodist Hospitals’ community magazine,
HealthWise.
Driven by the tremendous momentum
generated by three consecutive years of
strong financial results, Methodist Hospitals
embarks on 2012 with a clear vision for the
future and far-reaching plans to upgrade and
enhance all of our patient facilities.
‘GPS’ IN THE‘OR’
According to Elian Shepherd, MD, Spine Care
Center Medical Director, the unique suite is the
next step in technology.
We are always working to ensure that Methodist Hospitals
remains Northwest Indiana’s leader in delivering specialty care.
For example, we are proud to unveil the first multi-specialty,
computer assisted operating suite in the Northwest Indiana region.
I invite you to learn more about this remarkable new technology
in this issue of HealthWise.
February is Heart Month, and Methodist Hospitals is proud to
partner with the American Health Association to bring the
Go Red BetterU Challenge to Northwest Indiana for the first time.
It will give women in our communities the tools to improve their
cardiovascular health and empower them and their families to
lead longer, healthier lives. Learn about the challenge and how
to participate in this issue of HealthWise.
In these pages you will also find valuable healthcare information,
and a schedule of classes, seminars, support groups and other
educational opportunities offered by Methodist Hospitals. That’s
because everything we do is aimed at leading the way to better
health for our patients and the communities we serve.
We welcome your feedback. Call our Marketing and Corporate
Communications Department at 219.886.5972 or email us at
[email protected].
Sincerely,
Ian E. McFadden, FACHE
President/CEO
Support the Methodist Hospitals Foundation:
Contribute to the future of health care
in Northwest Indiana
Participating in and giving to the Methodist Hospitals Foundation
is an ideal way for community members to take part in furthering
the hospital’s mission.
In 2011, the Foundation successfully launched its First 100
campaign, a fund raising effort in honor of the 20 physicians who
each gave $100 to support the founding of the hospital that later
became Methodist, 100 years ago.
Its goal is to raise $1 million to support the mission and activities of
the hospital. To learn more about the Foundation, or to make a gift,
visit www.methodisthospitals.org, and click on the Foundation tab.
“We have done surgery for a long time and now
we’re trying to improve it,” Shepherd said. “In spinal
surgery there is simply no room for error. You have to
be exact 100 percent of the time and this navigation
system will help you to do that.”
The efficiencies afforded by the Stryker Navigation
System help improve the longevity and function of
knee and hip implants in a less invasive procedure.
GPS technology has found its way into the operating
room, providing surgeons with greater accuracy in
delicate operations and patients with increased safety.
Methodist Hospitals’ investment in
this cutting-edge treatment supports
our vision of being a leader in
delivering specialty care, becoming
an academic teaching institution, and
providing unprecedented health care in
Northwest Indiana.
Methodist Hospitals is the only hospital in the
Northwest Indiana region to offer this technology.
“You have to
be exact
100 percent
of the time and
this navigation
system will help
you to do that.”
The Stryker Navigation
System is housed in the
newly completed MultiSpecialty Navigational
Operating Room Suite.
Suites are dedicated to
neurological, spinal and
orthopedic surgeries.
Now Northwest Indiana
patients needn’t travel
out of the area to receive
the most advanced
treatments available.
The system relies on infrared cameras and tracking
software to help surgeons precisely navigate to
the exact area that needs treatment. Exceptionally
accurate and easy to use, the system creates greater
efficiencies during surgery and can enhance patient
outcomes. In addition, it allows for substantially
less exposure to radiation, protecting both
the patient and staff.
TO FIND A PHYSICIAN, CALL 1-888-909-DOCS (3627) OR VISIT METHODISTHOSPITALS.ORG
Judson B. Wood, Jr., MD, Orthopedic Surgeon,
believes the Stryker system places Methodist on the
forefront of orthopedic surgery in the area.
Leading the Way to Better Health.
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Methodist Unveils New Multi-Specialty
Navigational Operating Room Suite
“Using the Stryker
system gives us a
minute-to-minute
awareness of
where we are
during surgeries.”
“The ability to make more
accurate cuts of the bone when
we’re placing prostheses means
they will be in better alignment,
which leads to better recovery
and outcomes,” said Wood.
“With the computer making the
measurements for us, implants
are exactly fitted to the patient.”
The ability to have a unique perspective, viewing a three
dimensional image of patient anatomy, is a boon to
neurosurgeons and their patients as well. Prior to the
Stryker system, Methodist invested in a navigation system
specialized for the brain that helps by mapping the brain
prior to surgery.
Hytham Rifai, MD, Medical Director of Neurosurgery
at Methodist Hospitals explained, “GPS-like navigation
makes surgery very accurate and helps us do
procedures that would otherwise not be possible.”
He added, “Using the Stryker system gives us
a minute-to-minute awareness of where we are
during surgeries.”
Methodist Hospitals remains committed to offering
patients cutting-edge technologies backed by the
expertise of an exceptional staff. The addition of the
Multi-Specialty Navigational Operating Room Suite
underscores Methodist’s position as a regional leader
in delivering quality healthcare.
Methodist Hospitals surgeons pause during a recent
inspection of the hospital’s new Multi-Specialty
Navigational Operating Room Suite. Pictured are
Judson B. Wood, Jr., MD, Orthopedic Surgeon, (left);
Elian Shepherd, MD, Spine Surgeon; Richard Oni, MD,
Orthopedic Surgeon and Hytham Rifai, MD, Neuro Surgeon
METHODIST HOSPITALS
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Behavioral Health Care for Seniors
Particular stresses come with aging. Losing loved ones,
changing mental and physical abilities, and unwanted
lifestyle changes can lead to sadness and withdrawal. In fact,
one in four older adults suffer from serious aging-related
emotional difficulties.
“...one out of four
older adults
suffers from
serious
aging-related
emotional
difficulties.”
If you have a loved one who exhibits
any of the signs and symptoms
of emotional illness, the Geriatric
Behavioral Health Program at
Methodist Hospitals is here to help.
Located at the Northlake Campus,
it is staffed by a psychiatrist, social
worker, activity therapist, and
specially trained counselors and
nurses. It is designed to meet the
emotional, mental, physical, and
medical needs of patients age 55
and older.
Indicators of illness in the elderly may include:
• Sleep or eating disturbance
• Crying spells
• Excessive and uncontrolled anger
• Disregard for personal appearance
• Sad or blank looks
• Thoughts of suicide
• Forgetfulness or confusion
• Social isolation
• Severe agitation or mood swings
Most depression and other emotional illnesses in older
people are treatable if addressed early. In its warm,
supportive environment, the Behavioral Health Team
conducts a thorough evaluation to help determine the
sources of behavioral and mental changes, including
checking for any underlying medical conditions. They then
work with the patient, family and other health professionals
to develop individualized treatment.
Treatment may include one-on-one meetings with
psychiatrists, group therapy and participation in
structured activities.
The Behavioral Health Team also works with Alzheimer’s
and dementia patients to control behaviors such as
wandering and combativeness. Meanwhile, families benefit
from education, encouragement and support groups.
Upon the conclusion of a patient’s stay, the treatment
team develops an individualized aftercare plan, which
may include placement in a more supportive environment,
such as assisted living, personal home care, or a long term
care facility.
Admissions to the Geriatric Behavioral Health Program are
accepted 24 hours a day, based on the psychiatrist’s decision.
Families are invited to arrange a free, confidential initial
consultation. Call 219-886-4755.
Weight Loss Success at the ReStart Center
Methodist Hospitals’ ReStart Center helps patients lead
healthier, more active lives by reducing obesity-related
complications. Achieving their weight loss goals enables
patients to redefine themselves, and embrace a second
chance at life.
“...embrace
a second
chance at life.”
The ReStart Center has been
designated a Bariatric Surgery Center
of Excellence® by the American
Society for Metabolic and Bariatric
Surgery. This honor means that the
ReStart Center has met the most rigorous standards and
built a proven track record of satisfactory outcomes.
Methodist’s Restart Center is Northwest Indiana’s only
Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence®.
All are welcome to attend the free Support Groups, held
at the ReStart Center on the first Monday of every month
from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Below is a brief overview of the next few Support Group topics:
March 5
Exercise Tips from Darlene
Darlene Brown, one of Methodist Hospitals’ physical
therapists, will share the benefits of exercise from cardio
and strength training to stretching, and how our body
responds to each form.
April 2
Open Forum
Karen Krutz, our Bariatric Coordinator, will moderate
a session where attendees bring up topics that we
discuss as a group.
May 7
Summer Swapertunities
The focus is on making healthier food and lifestyle choices,
featuring seasonal food ideas. Topics will include swapping
out bad habits for good ones.
Meet the ReStart Team
Karen Krutz, RN,
Bariatric Coordinator
Karen has been working with bariatric
patients since 2002. She oversees the
Center, as well as plans and leads support
groups. Karen strives to reinforce the
concept that there is always a choice,
but in making that choice one has to take
action to achieve their desired outcome.
Mary L. Robinson,
Medical Assistant
Mary uses her 12 years of
bariatrics experience to provide
pre- and post-operative patients
support, information, advice, and
encouragement to stay on track.
Kristina Greene, RD, MS, CD, LDN,
Methodist Hospitals Dietitian
Kristina creates individualized diet
plans and goals, helping patients
better understand what they eat,
lifestyle changes, and the role of
vitamins in weight loss.
Mommy Makeovers
Rejuvenate Body and Spirit
Dr. Susan Schneider
“...a growing
trend in cosmetic
surgery is helping
mothers put
themselves first
in a very
important way.”
Most moms put the needs of their children and family first,
relegating their own needs to last, if ever. But a growing trend
in cosmetic surgery is helping mothers put themselves first in
a very important way. Known as “mommy makeovers,” these
cosmetic surgery procedures are targeted at correcting some
physical changes brought on by pregnancy, childbirth, and/or
nursing. Making these adjustments can foster a renewed sense
of self confidence.
After having one or more children, many women notice
changes in their bodies they’re not happy with and cannot
correct themselves, no matter how hard they try. Their breasts
may have become smaller in size and if they nursed, might
be drooping. Even women who lose the weight gained
during pregnancy can have abdomens that sag or contain
pockets of fat.
A wide range of choices and combinations of procedures
fall under the mommy makeover category, the most
popular including tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), breast
augmentation, breast lift and liposuction. As more women
become aware of these procedure combinations to rejuvenate
their bodies after pregnancy and nursing, the more popular
they’ve become.
Many of my mommy makeover patients are women who
work out regularly but just can’t get rid of their sagging
stomach. They don’t like how they look in a bathing suit and
their clothes don’t fit the way they would like them to. It’s
frustrating for a lot of women that despite everything they do
for their family and themselves, they are not able to look the
way they want or feel as young as they are.
Mommy makeover surgeries are individually tailored to
provide what each woman needs to return to their prepregnancy state. I discuss the options with my patients to
arrive at the most beneficial personal solutions.
If more than one procedure is called
for, such as a tummy tuck and breast
augmentation, I like to combine them.
This way the patient needs only
to schedule one surgery and can
recover from both simultaneously.
Recovery from an abdominoplasty
takes four to six weeks with
restrictions on heavy lifting and
housework. Many of my patients say it’s
comparable to the recovery from a C-section.
Combining procedures also makes good economical
sense. My fee and the cost for anesthesia and the
operating room will be considerably lower than if
the procedures were performed separately.
The majority of my mommy makeover patients
are women between 35 and 45 years old who are
done having children. They’re still young, but feel
they are losing their youthful looks too soon. They
approach the surgery with a very positive attitude,
excited to see what they’ll look like when they
wake up. When they see the results, they can’t
believe it – it’s a real morale booster!
A lot of women feel like, “I’ve been taking
care of my kids and putting myself on
hold for a long time; now it’s time to do
something for me and get back to feeling
like a woman.” That’s what mommy
makeovers are all about.
Susan Schneider, MD, FACS
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
State-of-the-Art
3D Mammography
ONLY AT METHODIST
BREAST IMAGING CENTERS
Same-day appointments available.
Call 219-981-5440
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METHODIST HOSPITALS
Women – Make 2012
Your Heart-Healthiest Year!
It’s essential for women to pay more attention to
heart health, and there’s no better time to begin
than right now. Many people don’t realize that
cardiovascular disease, not breast cancer, is the
most common cause of death and disability of
women in the United States. In fact, more women
than men die of heart disease each year.
Dr. Abdul Kawamleh
“You can play
an active role
in preventing
heart disease by
understanding
your risk factors
and staying on
top of them.”
Before menopause, the estrogen in a woman’s
body usually protects her from heart disease. The
loss of estrogen following menopause opens the
door to heart disease. Because of this, heart disease
presents about 10 years later in women than it
does in men, bringing with it additional risk
factors associated with advancing age.
Some women seek to counter the effects of
menopause with estrogen replacement therapy,
which I caution against. The therapy increases
the risk of stroke, blood clots in the lungs and
legs, and breast cancer. Aspirin is effective for
the primary and secondary prevention of stroke
in women past age 45 and for heart attack and
stroke in women over the age of 65. Consult your
physician before starting an aspirin regimen.
You can play an active role in preventing heart
disease by understanding your risk factors and
staying on top of them. If you have high blood
pressure or diabetes, keep them under control
with a doctor’s care. Cigarette smoking increases
the risk of dying of heart disease by two to three
times. Anyone with a family history of heart
disease needs to be particularly attentive to
maintaining good heart health.
See your physician, who can take a complete
medical history, perform a thorough physical
exam, and order blood tests to assess your risks.
Women with intermediate risk can benefit from
a stress test. Those at high risk are candidates for
an angiogram. Many things we discover during an
angiogram can be fixed on the spot.
Often, women’s heart attacks go unrecognized
because of their atypical presentation. What
have been considered to be “classic” symptoms
can include chest pain or heaviness, a feeling
of squeezing or tightness, pain in the left arm,
neck or jaw; shortness of breath, dizziness, and a
cold sweat. Women, however, are more likely to
initially present with symptoms such as pain in the
jaw, back or neck; fatigue or weakness, a burning
sensation in the chest, shortness of breath, and
stomach upset similar to acid reflux.
Historically, heart disease in women has been
under diagnosed, particularly in young women,
who are likely to be misdiagnosed with anxiety.
There is an interesting syndrome that mimics
classic heart attack symptoms called stress
cardiomyopathy. Nicknamed “broken heart
syndrome,” it causes severe but reversible
heart muscle weakness. It happens when
sudden shock or stress brings on a surge
of adrenalin and other stress hormones,
temporarily stunning the heart.
My best advice to women is to pay
attention to your bodies. If you
experience any unusual
symptoms, see your doctor.
New Approach to Angiography
Increases Patient Safety, Comfort
Have your cholesterol and triglycerides checked,
maintain a healthy weight, and exercise at least 15
minutes a day, five days a week.
Abdul Kawamleh, M.D., is a Cardiovascular Disease
Specialist affiliated with Methodist Hospitals.
Dr. Anas Safadi
“It is my preferred
method for
many compelling
reasons.”
Angiography is performed via cardiac
catheterization to look for blockages in the
arteries that supply the heart with blood. During
an angiogram, we inject contrast (dye) so we can
see the artery under an X-ray.
alone is a compelling reason to approach cardiac
catheterization via the radial artery. It is a
procedure that almost entirely eliminates the risk
of bleeding, which has particular significance in
patients who come in with a heart attack.
We perform angiograms when patients come
in with acute coronary syndrome (heart attack),
show symptoms of worsening coronary disease,
have a positive stress test with symptoms,
or have known coronary disease and are
displaying symptoms.
In patients where we find a substantial blockage
that requires stenting, most can go home the
same day when the radial technique is used. This
is important from both patient and economic
standpoints. Across the country, reducing hospital
stays can make a major economic impact.
The newest approach to cardiac catheterization is
to enter via the radial artery located in the wrist,
rather than the femoral artery in the groin. Over
the last 10 years this technique has gathered
increasing popularity, particularly in Europe and
Canada. In the United States, it has been gaining
momentum in the last two to five years.
I insist on providing my patients with the best
and most advanced techniques available. As a
result, they enjoy enhanced comfort, and are
exposed to significantly reduced risks of vascular
complications. This is why I perform angiograms
using the radial approach on the 90 percent of my
patients who are suited for this method.
It is my preferred method for many
compelling reasons.
The vast majority of patients on which I have
performed cardiac catheterization using the radial
approach tell me they never want to have the
procedure performed through the groin. They’ve
compared the recovery, post op time and comfort
of both approaches.
Patient comfort is high on the list of advantages
to the radial artery approach. When using the
femoral artery, patients must remain flat on
their backs for up to eight hours following the
procedure. This is particularly difficult for those
with chronic back pain, lung disease, heart failure
and other conditions.
For weeks afterwards, the groin area may remain
purplish and sore. What’s more, there are multiple
vascular structures near the femoral artery,
creating an even higher risk of bleeding and
vascular complications.
The good news continues to spread about radial
access as more and more patients are requesting
this technique.
Anas Safadi, MD, is an Interventional Cardiologist
affiliated with Methodist Hospitals.
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• Vascular risk assessment: a review of your family history,
medical history and life style risk factors to gauge your
overall risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
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METHODIST HOSPITALS
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Know When to Seek
Treatment for GERD
Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease, commonly
known as GERD, is a chronic condition shared by
many people. Also called acid reflux, it is caused by
a weakness in the valve between the stomach and
the esophagus. Instead of letting food through and
closing back up, the valve relaxes inappropriately
and lets acid come back up from the stomach.
Dr. Kumar Venkat
Dr. Tom Galouzis
“We are seeing
more patients
with lower
esophageal
cancer because
of acid reflux.”
Among its many symptoms are regurgitation
of the stomach content, trouble swallowing,
hoarseness, cough, aggravated asthma symptoms,
excessive clearing of the throat, a burning sensation
in the mouth or throat, bloating, intolerance of
certain foods, and even dental erosion.
People may also experience pain or burning in the
chest, and they usually seek to rule out heart issues
before seeing a gastroenterologist.
In some cases, acid reflux is mild and episodic,
occurring with certain foods or lifestyle choices
such as lying down immediately after eating,
eating a large meal, eating spicy foods, or drinking
alcohol. With very mild GERD, altering your
lifestyle can make it go away and simple antacids
provide enough relief.
Frequently reoccurring acid reflux usually doesn’t
go away. Untreated, it can damage the esophagus,
cause inflammation, ulceration, narrowing of the
esophagus, or bring on a condition called Barrett’s
Esophagus, which is a premalignant condition.
While the chance of developing Barrett’s-associated
cancer is .1% per year, Gastroenterologist Kumar
Venkat, MD, noted, “We are seeing more
patients with lower esophageal cancer because
of acid reflux.”
Patients can find relief from an array of over the
counter medicines, which are milder versions of
prescription medications. One class, H2-receptor
antagonists, are not as effective than proton
pump inhibitors, but have no potentially
dangerous side effects. Proton pump inhibitors,
either over the counter or prescription, may
cause inadequate absorption of calcium and
other minerals into the bones.
Even if patients take calcium supplements,
the need to constantly take medication and its
associated cost can be a problem for some.
Further, patients can develop a tolerance to
medications over time.
If the patient also has a hiatal hernia, General
Surgeon, Tom Galouzis, MD, first repairs
the hernia.
“Dr. Venkat and I are talking about doing a study
on combining the procedures,” said Dr. Galouzis.
“I’m intrigued by this because, if I repair the
hernia and Dr. Venkat does the TIF and the
results are as effective as the nissen procedure
but without the associated morbidities, it is a
win-win for everybody.”
Gastroenterologist, Kumar Venkat, MD, and General
Surgeon, Tom Galouzis, MD, are affiliated with
Methodist Hospitals.
Fundoplication refers to the several types of
surgical options available that address the cause
of GERD rather than treating the symptoms.
The most common, laproscopic nissen
fundoplication, is usually performed when a
patient also has a hiatal hernia along with the
disease. Statistically, 15 to 19 percent of patients
experience some kind of dysphasia – pain or
difficulty swallowing – following this procedure.
“At Methodist, we are now doing a procedure
called transoral incisionless fundoplication,
or TIF,” said Dr. Venkat. “Using no
cutting, we enter the esophagus and
stomach via scope to recreate the
barrier between the stomach and
esophagus to prevent reflux.”
TIF patients very rarely suffer from
dysphasia or other side effects.
FREE SEMINAR
The best GERD treatment
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Methodist Hospitals
Southlake Campus – Pavilion B
200 E. 89th Ave., Merrillville
Presented by: Dr. Kumar Venkat
There are a variety of available GERD treatment
options. Your search for the right one for you will
begin at this free seminar.
FREE Acid Reflux Seminar
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
5:30 pm
Space is limited.
To register, call 1-888-909-DOCS (3627),
or visit www.MethodistHospitals.org.
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Methodist Hospitals’ Gamma Knife:
Delivering Hope Close to Home
People often seek specialized medical help in
big cities and well-known medical centers
without realizing that the very latest technologies
exist in their own backyard. The Gamma Knife
is a prime example of Methodist Hospitals’
commitment to providing the best, most
up-to-date technology available.
Dr. Hytham Rifai
“I was in and out
the same day,
with no recovery
period and no
side effects.
It’s just amazing.”
According to Dr. Hytham Rifai, Medical
Director of Neurosurgery at Methodist Hospitals,
“The main neurosurgical application of the
Gamma Knife is to treat all variety of brain tumors.
It also delivers remarkable results treating vascular
malformations of the brain and patients with
trigeminal neuralgia (facial pain). We have story
after story of great success using this technology,”
he added.
One such story comes from former patient,
William Muirhead, who suffered from the effects
of an undetected brain tumor for most of his
life, which included a constant headache. The
tumor’s location not only threatened to seriously
compromise Mr. Muirhead’s quality of life, but
his very survival.
After Methodist surgeons removed the largest part
of Mr. Muirhead’s brain tumor using conventional
brain surgery, a very small piece remained. Because
it was attached to an area of the brain where
resection would be highly dangerous, the surgical
team chose to complete its removal using the
Gamma Knife.
“We were able to remove the portion of the tumor
attached to an area of the brain associated with
high functionality. Had we used surgical resection
instead of the Gamma Knife, we would very likely
have had a recurrence of the tumor and a very bad
outcome,” observed Dr. Rifai. The surgery was
performed in 2004 and the patient is doing “very
well,” according to the doctor.
Said Mr. Muirhead, “The entire experience was
fantastic. The surgeon explained the whole process
and the procedure went well. I was in and out the
same day, with no recovery period and no side
effects. It’s just amazing.” He added, “Now that
my headaches are gone, I can’t believe that’s
how I functioned.”
During Gamma Knife treatment, an MRI is
performed followed by an approximately two-hour
planning phase. Dr. Rifai works as part of a team
that includes a radiation oncologist and physicist.
The procedure itself takes between a half hour and
two to three hours, depending on the complexity
of the lesion. A specially trained nursing team
stays with the patient to make sure they are
accurately monitored.
The Gamma Knife is extremely accurate in locating
lesions in the brain and excising them via 201
beams of radiation, without the patient losing one
drop of blood. Nicknamed “bloodless surgery,” it
can reach any part of the brain. Even the deepest
lesion in the brain can be accessed without
affecting the rest of the brain and surrounding
tissue. Because of the intensity of radiation it
employs, the Gamma Knife can only be used on
lesions of a smaller size.
In addition to neurological applications, the
Gamma Knife is used in certain spinal cases.
This and other technologies combine with our
highly talented, dedicated staff to keep Methodist
Hospitals on the forefront of medical innovation in
Northwest Indiana.
Hytham Rifai, MD, is Methodist Hospitals’
Medical Director of Neurosurgery.
METHODIST HOSPITALS
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Welcome our New
2011 Medical Staff
Olufemi Aboyeji, MD
Infectious Disease
Osama Ayad, M.D.
Internal Medicine
Sreekant Cherukuri, M.D.
Otolaryngologist
1400 S. Lake Park Ave
Hobart, IN 46342
Phone: 219-945-1523
800 MacArthur Blvd., Ste. 7
Munster, IN 46321
Phone: 219-836-1096
99 E. 86th Ave
Merrillville, IN 46410
Phone: 219-738-2617
Charles Chuman, M.D
Neurosurgeon
Steven Corse, D.O.
Family Medicine
Brendan Frawley, M.D.
General Surgeon
Tom Galouzis, M.D.
General Surgeon
Idalina Garcia, DDS
General Dentistry
Dafer Haddadin, M.D.
Infectious Disease
Bo Headlam, M.D.
Pain Management
Jacob Hennings, M.D.
Emergency Medicine
297 Franciscan, Ste. 107
Crown Point, IN 46307
Phone: 219-757-6410
3100 45th St
Highland, IN 46322
Phone: 219-922-6099
Indiana Surgical Associates
101 E. 87th Ave
Phone: 219-947-1910
101 E. 87th Ave
Phone: 219-947-1910
8691 Connecticut Dr
Phone: 219-757-5700
1101 Glendale Blvd. Ste. 110
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Phone: 219-477-6828
11456 S. Broadway
Phone: 219-488-0154
Northwest Emergency
Associates, LLC
600 Grant Street
Gary, IN 46402
Phone: 219-886-4710
Zeshan Hyder, D.O.
Orthopedic Surgeon
Stuart Klein, M.D.
Internal Medicine
Munish Kumar, M.D.
Neonatologist
Jaroslaw Kuna, M.D.
Family Medicine
Michelle Lee, M.D.
Anesthesiologist
Varun Malhorta, M.D.
Ophthalmologist
Camille McGann, M.D.
Radiation Oncologist
9001 Broadway
Phone: 219-795-3360
10996 Four Seasons Pl.
Phone: 888-339-7339
900 Jorie Blvd., Ste. 186
Oakbrook, IL 60523
Phone: 630-945-6700
Methodist Physician Group Crown Point
11496 Broadway
Phone: 219-663-1150
19627 LaGrange Rd
Mokena, IL 60453
Phone: 708-326-1637
303 W. 89th Ave, Ste. E4
Phone: 219-769-8989
Erik McClure, M.D.
Physical Medicine /
Rehabilitation
Christen Morrow, M.D.
Family Medicine
Mark Mueller, M.D.
General Surgeon
Mushoba Njalamimba, M.D.
Anesthesiologist
Shaheen Parvez, M.D.
Internal Medicine
Jonathan Patterson, D.O.
General Surgeon
Erin Quattromani, M.D.
Emergency / Ambulatory Care
Vincent Ray, M.D.
Ophthalmologist
Allison Rodgers, M.D.
OB/GYN
1313 W. Chicago Ave
East Chicago, IN 46312
Phone: 219-397-1196
101 E. 87th Ave
Phone: 219-947-1910
19627 LaGrange Rd
Mokena, IL 60453
Phone: 708-326-1637
1640 45th St.
Munster, IN 46321
Phone: 219-513-0999
101 E. 87th Ave
Phone: 219-947-1910
Northwest Emergency
Associates, LLC
600 Grant Street
Gary, IN 46402
Phone: 219-886-4710
303 W. 89th Ave, Ste. E4
Phone: 219-769-8989
155 W. 86th Ave
Phone: 219-769-3670
Anas Safadi, M.D.
Cardiologist
Susan Schneider, M.D.
Plastic and Reconstructive
Surgeon
Faizuddin Shareef, D.O.
Family Medicine
Longcheng Su, M.D.
Anesthesiologist
Masayoshi Uemura, M.D.
Neonatologist
1400 Broadway
Gary, IN 46407
Phone: 219-882-2305
19627 LaGrange Rd
Mokena, IL 60453
Phone: 708-326-1637
900 Jorie Blvd., Ste. 186
Oakbrook, IL 60523
Phone: 630-945-6700
8560 Broadway
Phone: 219-793-9248
Methodist Physician Group Merrillville
200 E. 89th Ave., Ste. 3C
Phone: 219-757-7566
111 E. 89th Avenue, Ste. 111
Phone: 219-769-8989
1101 S. Arlington Rd.
Arlington, VA 22202
Phone: 703-888-1089
Leading the Way to Better Health
11
How Arthritis
Causes
Deterioration
of the Joints
FREE Arthritis
Seminar
Community Event Calendar
Presented by: Judson B. Wood, Jr., M.D., FACS
screenings & seminars:
classes:
Southlake Campus, Pavilion B, Neuroscience Institute
200 E. 89th Ave, Merrillville
By appointment only. For information call 219-738-4926.
Comprehensive diabetes education involving all aspects of
treatments as well as prevention of chronic complications.
Free Scoliosis Screenings
Back and Neck Pain Seminars
The New Spine Care Center takes an innovative team-oriented
approach to treatment. Identify your back or neck pain and learn
about the most effective treatments available.
Southlake Campus, Pavilion B, Center for Advanced Clinical Studies
200 E. 89th Ave, Merrillville • 4:00 p.m.
• February 15
• March 7
• March 21
To register call 1-888-909-DOCS (3627).
Health Matters Seminars
Presented by Methodist Hospitals
YWCA of Northwest Indiana, 150 W. 15th Avenue, Gary
All Health Matters seminars begin at 12 noon.
• February 24
• March 23
• April 27
Stroke and PAD Screenings
Free Stroke risk assessment and PAD Screenings:
Blood Pressure and Carotid Bruit Check
Methodist Hospitals Midlake Campus,
2269 25th Ave, Gary • 12 to 2:00 p.m.
• March 6
Southlake Campus, Pavilion B,
200 E. 89th Ave, Merrillville • 4 to 6:00 p.m.
• April 3
clinics:
Genetics Clinic
Identify your potential genetic health risks in order to make informed
decisions about your genetic health. The clinic also helps identify your
genetic results, and provides support throughout the process.
Southlake Campus, Pavilion B, Oncology Institute,
By Appointment Only. Call 219-757-7212.
Lymphedema Clinic
Patients with lymphedema and/or other edemas can learn proper skin
care, diet & exercises, massage and other compression techniques
Southlake Campus, Pavilion B, Oncology Institute,
1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month.
By Appointment Only. Call 219-757-7212
FREE Outpatient Congestive
Heart Failure Clinic
The goal of this clinic is to assist heart failure patients in learning
how to monitor and control their symptoms, improve their quality
of life and prevent hospital stays.
Cardiac Rehab, 753 E. 81st Place, Merrillville, IN 46410
By appointment only. Call 219-738-1075
Thursday, February 23, 2012, 6:00 p.m.
Diabetes Self-Management
Education Classes
Southlake Campus, Pavilion D,
303 E. 89th Ave., Merrillville
• Tuesdays
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
or 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
(3 Tuesdays in a row)
To register call 219-944-4160.
Must have physician referral.
Southlake Campus, Pavilion B
200 E. 89th Avenue – Merrillville
Get up-to-date, down-to-earth information
about the causes of joint pain. Also learn
about the latest treatment options, including
The Region’s remarkable new Computer
Assisted Surgery technologies found only
at Methodist Hospitals.
Dr. Judson Wood
This seminar is a great
first step to ultimately relieve your pain
and restore your independence.
Arthritis
FREE
Prepared Childbirth
Classes
A five-week course to help pregnant mothers and their
partners learn about labor, delivery and the immediate
post partum period. Recommendation for attendance is
7 – 8 month of pregnancy.
Register Today! Space is limited.
To register, call 1-888-909-DOCS (3627),
or visit www.MethodistHospitals.org.
Screening
Center for Advanced Clinical Studies,
200 E. 89th Ave, Merrillville • 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• April 17
• May 22
support groups:
Sibling Classes
Diabetes Support & Education
Groups
The right doctors make all the difference.
Classes are designed help to prepare children and their
parents for a new family member.
A wide variety of topics related to diabetes are discussed.
For persons with diabetes and their family members.
$15 per child; Free if parents are
delivering at Methodist.
Center for Advanced Clinical Studies,
200 E. 89th Ave, Merrillville • 6 to 9:00 p.m.
• April 21
• July 28
• Methodist Hospitals Midlake Campus,
2269 25th Ave, Gary
• Free. Classes meet the 4th Tuesday of every month
from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon or 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
To register call 219-944-4160.
We’re Holding
a Jacket for You.
Become a
Methodist Hospitals Volunteer
We can never have too many helping hands and smiling
faces. Volunteering is a wonderful way to make a
difference in the life of someone else. Methodist
Hospitals’ Volunteer Services offer unique opportunities
for anyone 15 years or older to share their time, talents
and interests to support our mission. As a volunteer,
you’ll be providing vital support, assisting with many of
the services that contribute to the quality of care and
comfort of our patients.
For more information on volunteer opportunities, call
Northlake Campus, Gary: 219-886-4257 or
Southlake Campus, Merrillville: 219-738-5622
MS Support Group
A support group for friends and family of people with multiple
sclerosis.
Southlake Campus, Center for Advanced Clinical Studies,
200 E. 89th Ave, Merrillville • 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• February 17
• March 16
• April 20
Midlake Campus, 2269 West 25th Ave, Gary • 12 noon
Third Tuesday of each month.
For more information call 219-738-4926.
No registration required.
Living After Loss
A support group for adults grieving the death of a loved one.
Northlake Campus, South Pavilion Conference Room A,
600 Grant St., Gary • 4:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
Every Wednesday
Southlake Campus, Ground Floor Classroom 1,
8701 Broadway, Merrillville • 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Every Tuesday
For more information call 219-886-4522.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 1-888-909-DOCS (3627) OR VISIT METHODISTHOSPITALS.ORG
Get the Free Makeover that could
Change your life
in just 12 weeks.
Go Red BetterU is a FREE 12-week online nutrition and fitness program designed
to enhance your heart health. In addition to FREE daily expert tips, heart-healthy
recipes, an online journal and BetterMe coaching tools, Methodist Hospitals is
hosting these FREE HEART HEALTHY EVENTS...
The Heart
of Cooking
Get shopping and diet
tips and learn food
preparation strategies
for better heart health.
Get Moving!
Learn about exercises
and activities that
will complement
your therapeutic
lifestyle change.
Stress Out!
Learn tools, including yoga,
massage and meditation,
to manage stress and
other risk factors to
improve heart health.
Wednesday, March 7,
6:00 PM
Thursday, April 5,
6:00 PM
Thursday, May 3,
6:00 PM
Methodist Hospitals
Southlake Campus
Pavilion B
200 E. 89th Ave.,
Merrillville
Methodist Hospitals
Southlake Campus
Pavilion D
303 E. 89th Ave.,
Merrillville
Methodist Hospitals
Southlake Campus
Outpatient Diagnostic Services
101 E. 87th Ave.,
Merrillville
Presented by
Anas Safadi, MD,
Cardiologist
Jerry Sabo, RD, CD,
Registered Clinical Dietitian
Presented by
Harish Shah, MD,
Cardiologist
Jerry Janda, BS,
Exercise Specialist
Presented by
Abdul Kawamleh, MD,
Cardiologist
Signing up is easy. Just visit
MethodistHospitals.org
or call 1-888-909-DOCS (3627)
Methodist Hospitals is a proud signature sponsor of the Go Red for Women BetterU program.

Winter 2012 - Methodist Hospitals

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