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Your healthy-living magazine Find out what every woman needs to know about her breast health Cassandra Beasley doesn’t like to waste time, and when it came to cancer treatment at Methodist Charlton, she didn’t need to FALL 2014 Recover faster with robotic surgery to get asthma off your chest. Bronchial Thermoplasty Asthma Treatment Breathing easy has never been easier thanks to Methodist Charlton Medical Center. Using the revolutionary bronchial thermoplasty system — the world’s first nondrug asthma treatment — physicians can clear the air for asthma sufferers in just three outpatient procedures. One of only a few Texas hospitals to offer this new minimally invasive procedure, Methodist Charlton is replacing shortness of breath with long-lasting relief. Connect with us /MethodistHealthSystem @mhshospitals @methodistcharl /MethodistHealthDFW MethodistHealthSystem.org SHINE is published as a community service for the friends and patrons of METHODIST HEALTH SYSTEM, 1441 N. Beckley Ave., Dallas, TX 75203, telephone 214-947-4600, MethodistHealthSystem.org. To unsubscribe, please email [email protected]. MethodistHealthSystem.org/BronchialThermoplasty Stephen L. Mansfield, PhD, FACHE President and CEO, Methodist Health System Jonathan S. Davis, FACHE President, Methodist Charlton Medical Center Joe Brown Public Relations Manager, Methodist Health System Lynette Wilkinson, APR Public Relations Coordinator, Methodist Charlton Medical Center Sarah Cohen Publication Specialist/Editor, Methodist Health System The information presented in this magazine should be viewed for general purposes only and should not be construed as prescribed medical advice. Please consult your private physician for further information or evaluation. Models may be used in photos and illustrations. Texas law prohibits hospitals from practicing medicine. The physicians on the Methodist Health System medical staff, as well as those at Methodist Family Health Centers and Medical Groups, at the Methodist Charlton Medical Center QuickCare Clinic, and in the Methodist Charlton Medical Center emergency department, are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Methodist Charlton Medical Center, Methodist Health System, or any of its other owned and operated hospitals. Methodist Rehabilitation Hospital is an independent legal entity separate from Methodist Health System and Methodist Hospitals of Dallas. Copyright © 2014 Coffey Communications CMM30598 ONLINE AND INSIDE WEB Fall 2014 SHINE MAGAZINE Keep the date When do I really need to start getting mammograms? And do I really need one every year? Are breast self-exams really worth it? You’re not the first woman to wonder. Fortunately, four of our specialists — as well as a breast cancer survivor — have teamed up to set the record straight and encourage you to keep the date for your mammogram. Visit MethodistHealthSystem.org/Mammogram. TO YOUR HEALTH 4 His and Hers Our free health event offers screenings, massages, and more. 5 Losing your patience? Lost sleep could be the reason. Flavors of fall When the heat starts fading, North Texans start getting ready for the flavors of the season — like cinnamon, cranberry, and pumpkin. In Methodist Health System’s new online Health Library, you’ll find the perfect recipe to combine all three: Cranberry Pumpkin Muffins. A bonus: They’re low in calories and saturated fat. Search for the recipe at MethodistHealthSystem.org/HealthLibrary. SPOTLIGHT 6 Former CBS broadcaster and current Good Enough Mother blogger Rene Syler shares what every woman needs to know about her breast health. 7 BLOGS Need to know Women’s health Q&A A gynecologist on our staff answers the questions you’ve been waiting for someone else to ask. For the love of the game — or the child? Through organized sports, children learn teamwork and discipline, improve physical fitness, and get to have some fun. But could organized sports be causing harm to your child, your family, or even you as a parent? Read up on five signs that you’re pushing sports a little too hard in our new blog Art of Balance,, designed especially for working moms, at ArtOfBalance. MethodistHealthSystem.org. On the cover FEATURES 12 Tending to her health With support from friends, family, and Methodist Charlton, Cassandra Beasley stayed positive during breast cancer treatment. Read her story on page 10. Bonnie Kaufman healed so quickly from robotic surgery to remove her colon cancer that there was little time for weeds to grow in her garden. TO YOUR HEALTH ▸ FREE EVENT! His and Hers — navigating your health together Saturday, Sept. 20, 10 a.m. to noon, Methodist Charlton TABLE FOR TWO Seating is limited for His and Hers, so reserve spots for you and your significant other today. Just go to MethodistHealth System.org/HisHers. Bring your significant other and learn how to find your way to good health together at His and Hers, a free health event sponsored by Methodist Charlton Medical Center. Your hosts will be football superstar and Heisman Trophy winner Tim Brown and his wife, Sherice Brown. They’ll be joined by other power couples from the community, including Methodist Charlton President Jonathan S. Davis, FACHE, and his wife, Janet Davis. The event’s Newlywed Game–style format includes swing-out and line-dancing lessons, cooking demonstrations, and a couples panel discussion. Physician experts will talk about a variety of health topics that matter to you. This fun, activity-packed event also offers health screenings, hand massages, and chair massages — all for free. Door prizes include a one-hour couples massage. ASTHMA Sports are a Kids love to run and play, but for children with asthma, exercise and sports can lead to exercise-induced asthma (EIA). Children with EIA may have trouble keeping up, feel short of breath, cough a lot, and experience heavy breathing. But with proper treatments, exercise and sports are possible, even endurance sports. “Exercise can actually be beneficial for children living with asthma,” says Stephen Mueller, MD, pulmonologist on the medical 4 ❁ Methodist Charlton Medical Center • Fall 2014 Hey, Mr. Sandman! You’re feeling tired and run-down. At work, it’s hard to concentrate. And you can’t count how many times you’ve snapped at someone this week. Sound familiar? Interestingly enough, the root problem might be too little sleep or even poor-quality sleep. The best way to find out is with a sleep study in the hotel-like atmosphere of the Methodist Charlton Sleep Diagnostic Center. Your sleep study results can help your doctor find restful solutions to improve your health and life. TAKE A SHOT AT THE FLU Protect yourself and your family from the flu virus this year with a little help from our medical staff. Find a provider at MethodistHealthSystem.org/ FindAPhysician. Rumor has it READY FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE? Learn more about the Sleep Diagnostic Center by calling 214-947-0575. go — with caution staff at Methodist Charlton Medical Center. “In fact, there have been athletes with asthma who have won Olympic medals. EIA symptoms can often be alleviated with the right treatment plan.” To manage asthma symptoms, doctors often recommend both: w Pretreatment with a fast-acting, shortterm medication, such as albuterol w Long-term treatment with a controller medication to keep airways from getting inflamed. HEY, PARENTS! DO YOU HAVE ASTHMA? Methodist Charlton is the only facility in southern Dallas County and one of the few in the state of Texas offering bronchial thermoplasty (BT). Clinically proven to offer an improved quality of life for asthma patients 18 and older, BT is the only nondrug procedure approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of severe, persistent asthma. For more information, visit MethodistHealth System.org/BronchialThermoplasty. Q: Can the flu shot give you the flu? A: “This is one of the more widespread medical myths out there and a good example of how misinformation can get in the way of good medical care,” says Brian Jones, MD, medical director of population health management and a family medicine physician on the medical staff at Methodist Charlton Medical Center. “The flu shot contains only dead virus, so there is no way it can infect you. The truth is, not only does a flu shot protect you, but also those around you who may be vulnerable and are not protected. A flu infection carries a risk of serious complications even among otherwise healthy children and adults.” ❁ Methodist Charlton Medical Center • Fall 2014 5 WOMEN’S HEALTH ▸ Get to know your body Many women don’t think of their breasts as a burden. But for Rene Syler, they were constant reminders of her family’s battle with breast cancer. The former CBS broadcaster and now Good Enough Mother blogger was only in grade school when her father was diagnosed with the disease. Her mother’s breast cancer diagnosis followed almost 25 years later. “I would go every year and have a mammogram, and you would see these crazy white flecks,” Rene says. “After four biopsies, I knew this wasn’t the way I wanted to live.” Rene decided to make a strategic, preventive move to eliminate her breast cancer risk: In 2011, she had a double mastectomy. Her journey to this decision now serves as a platform for empowering women to learn about and be proactive regarding their own breast health. “You have to be as good to yourself as you are to everyone else,” Rene tells women — and that starts with your wellness. Know your roots “You’ve got to ask questions of everyone in your family until you get some answers,” Rene says. Based on your family history, your doctor can help determine when you should start getting mammograms and how often. Your doctor may also recommend genetic testing to see if you are predisposed to breast and ovarian cancers. If you don’t have a family history, don’t brush off breast cancer as a possibility. “Family history is actually a factor in only 10 percent of breast cancer diagnoses,” Rene says. “If you’re a woman, you’re at risk.” Schedule a mammogram The American Cancer Society recommends that women of average risk schedule their first mammogram at age 40. But many women make excuses, even saying they’d rather not know if they have cancer. “You’ll know if you have breast cancer, but will you know early enough to do something about it?” Rene says. “Breast cancer, if caught early, is nearly 100 percent curable. “We have to stay on top of this. You can’t say you’re too busy for a mammogram. No one is that busy.” Do breast self-exams “There’s a lot of data that says self-exams don’t help, but I don’t think there can be a bad thing in knowing your body,” Rene says. “You need to be able to tell when things aren’t right.” For tips on self-exams, visit MethodistHealthSystem.org/HealthLibrary. 6 ❁ Methodist Charlton Medical Center • Fall 2014 Rene Syler, former CBS broadcaster and now Good Enough Mother blogger, took control of her breast cancer risk. TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR BREAST HEALTH Schedule your mammogram today by calling the Methodist Charlton Medical Center Women’s Imaging Center at 214-947-5490. Questions & Answers with Richard Wallner, MD, FACOG w ” Richard Wallner, MD, FACOG, gynecologist on the medical staff at Methodist Charlton Medical Center, shares his expertise regarding some common women’s health questions. Q A How often do I really need a Pap test? I recommend that women have their first Pap test two to three years after the first time they have intercourse and then annually until age 30. That’s when you’ll also start being tested for HPV — a sexually transmitted virus that can ultimately lead to cervical cancer. If your Pap test and HPV screening are both normal, you can reduce Pap tests to every three years. Starting at age 65, you should have one every two years, as long as results are normal. Your doctor may also have other recommendations based on your personal health history. Q Now that I’m postmenopausal, should I consider taking estrogen supplements? A It’s worth discussing with your doctor, as there are definite benefits to estrogen therapy. It improves your thinking abilities, preserves bone mass, raises good cholesterol levels, improves blood circulation, and reduces risks for heart disease. Another perk is that it prevents overactive bladder and vaginal discomfort. There is a minor risk for blood clots in the lungs, however, as well as a slightly increased risk for breast cancer when combined with progesterone. And estrogen therapy is not a safe option if you have a history of estrogendependent cancer. Q After my period, I often have a gray-colored vaginal discharge with a strange, fishy odor. Is this a problem? A You are describing bacterial vaginosis (BV), a condition caused by too much “bad” bacteria in the vagina. It’s usually controlled by the natural acidity in “good” bacteria, but menstruating, having a new partner, douching, and smoking can all lower this acidity and throw off the good-bad bacteria ratio. Definitely see your doctor if you’re showing symptoms of BV; he or she can prescribe antibiotics. Treatment also helps prevent other risks associated with BV, such as increased risk of contracting or transmitting a sexually transmitted infection or, if you’re pregnant, increased risk of preterm delivery. RAISE YOUR HAND Got a question? Our team of board-certified gynecologists and OB-GYNS has the answer for you. Find one to be your women’s health provider at MethodistHealthSystem.org/FindAPhysician. ❁ Methodist Charlton Medical Center • Fall 2014 7 Avoid another heart attack Steps you can take now They say that lightning never strikes the same place twice. Unfortunately, the same can’t be said for heart attacks. “The truth is, once you’ve had a heart attack, you face an increased risk of having another one,” says Roberto Wayhs, MD, FACC, FSCAI, chief of cardiology at Methodist Charlton Medical Center. “The good news is that you aren’t guaranteed to have another one. In fact, there are quite a few things you can do to prevent one.” Use the personal checklist on the next page to see if you’re taking the proper steps to protect your heart. DID YOU KNOW? Methodist Charlton Medical Center boasts some of Dallas County’s fastest heart attack treatment times. If your heart’s in trouble, you have somewhere to turn. Learn more at MethodistHealthSystem.org/ CharltonCardiology. 8 ❁ Methodist Charlton Medical Center • Fall 2014 GET FIT IN THE FIT ZONE The Fitness Center and Fit Zone at Methodist Charlton is the perfect place to get your heart back in shape. Fitness specialists and medical professionals are available to make sure you’re pushing your heart just right. Learn more at MethodistHealthSystem.org/ FitZone or by calling 214-947-0678. t s li k c e h c l a n o s r e p r u o Y YES NO Have you quit smoking? r chances of having another ck, you If you smoke after a heart atta will double. Do you exercise most days one of the week? t and help you control your weigh Regular physical activity can ing, and ycl bic cholesterol. Walking, lower your blood pressure and heart. r of exercise that can help you swimming are all good forms us Are you eating a nutritio diet? whole high in fruits, vegetables, and Eating a diet low in fats and . uce your heart attack risk grains can also help you red ctor’s Are you following your do ations? dic me ing instructions for tak how and your doctor’s directions on It’s important that you follow erol, blood lest cho ns, including those for when to take your medicatio ck risk factors. pressure, and other heart atta Did you complete cardiac rehabilitation? to get can do after a heart attack is One of the best things you the to ing litation program, accord involved in a cardiac rehabi ervised sup Rehabilitation programs are American Heart Association. s, and other therapists, exercise specialist by doctors, nurses, physical le changes and o can help you make lifesty health care professionals wh ivities. take part in safe physical act Can you recognize heart attack signs? ber, time fast if they show up. Remem If so, you’ll know to call 911 saved is muscle saved. se of your s may not be the same as tho Also, remember that the sign include: first heart attack. They may few minutes t that lasts for more than a w Chest discomfor y other areas of your upper bod w Discomfort in without chest discomfort. Shortness of breath, with or w ❁ Methodist Charlton Medical Center • Fall 2014 9 Taking care of BUSINESS Cassandra Beasley acted fast against breast cancer When busy mom Cassandra Beasley got the results from her breast biopsy in fall 2013, “everything started moving fast,” she says. Within weeks of a stage II breast cancer diagnosis, she had already had a lumpectomy and two other procedures to address the tumor and affected lymph nodes. The fast pace actually suited her get-itdone approach to life’s challenges. “After I got the diagnosis, I was shocked, so I immediately went back to the Women’s Imaging Center at Methodist Charlton Medical Center, where I’d had my biopsy,” Cassandra says. “I wanted to know more. Right away, I was connected with a nurse navigator.” Vicki Hallum, RN, CBCN, spent the next couple of hours talking with Cassandra. “Vicki was wonderful,” Cassandra says. “I’m sure she was busy, but she interrupted her schedule to sit down with me and answer my questions. She let me know what to expect in the next few months.” Armed with information, Cassandra went into problem-solving mode. “I said, ‘I’ve got a life to live — let’s get started,’ ” she says. Leaning on her support system Cassandra’s positive outlook proved helpful in the months following surgery. In January, she began chemotherapy treatments, accompanied by her 10 ❁ 11-year-old daughter (her “little treatment partner”). Cassandra’s support group of family, friends, and co-workers, as well as her health care team at Texas Oncology – Methodist Charlton Cancer Center, made it easier for her to bear hair loss and the challenges of managing treatment. “I can’t believe how nice the staff is,” Cassandra says. “When they say, ‘Call anytime,’ they really mean it. They’re thorough and take the time to make sure you’re getting the care you need.” Moving to a brighter beat In June, Cassandra completed radiation therapy. “Cassandra’s radiation treatments were only a few minutes a day for 6½ weeks,” says Kesha Harris-Henderson, MD, radiation oncologist at Methodist Charlton. “She tolerated radiation treatment well. She experienced only mild side effects from her prior treatments and was able to keep up with her busy lifestyle.” That was good news for Cassandra, since summer also marked her return to one of her joys: Zumba®. “One of the first questions I asked after I was diagnosed was ‘How does this affect my Zumba?’ ” she says, laughing. “I was so ready to go back, because it’s my dose of energy.” Staying connected to enjoyable activities as much as possible and Methodist Charlton Medical Center • Fall 2014 WHY WAIT? Schedule your digital mammogram at Methodist Charlton’s Women’s Imaging Center today. Just call 214-947-5490. maintaining a normal routine are among the top pieces of advice that Cassandra has for other cancer patients. Her other advice? Keep your mammography appointment. “Annual checkups and mammograms may be uncomfortable, but that’s nothing compared to what might happen if you skip them or put them off,” she says. “Early detection is easily worth it.” Cassandra Beasley’s Zumba friends danced into action on Cassandra Day, when they wore pink in honor of her fight against breast cancer. IN HER OWN WORDS Watch Cassandra Beasley share her story at MethodistHealth System.org/PatientStories. ❁ Methodist Charlton Medical Center • Fall 2014 11 After a quick recovery from robotic surgery at Methodist Charlton to remove her colon cancer, Bonnie Kaufman is happy to be back in her garden — and spending time with her great-grandchildren. BOUNCE BACK LIKE BONNIE DID! Patients who have surgical procedures with the da Vinci robot tend to have quick recoveries. To learn more, visit MethodistHealthSystem.org/DaVinci. 12 ❁ Methodist Charlton Medical Center • Fall 2014 on TV As seen Methodist Charlton treated Bonnie Kaufman’s cancer with the latest technology and knowledge Retiree Bonnie Kaufman was enjoying her active lifestyle, spending time with her five great-grandkids and tending her yard, among other activities. That all came to a halt when doctors discovered she had colon cancer and would require surgery. The trouble began in May 2013 when Bonnie was scheduled for a colonoscopy to find the source of her anemia. “Because of my low heart rate, the procedure had to be postponed,” Bonnie says. Even though a sonogram of her heart and an X-ray of the large intestine did not reveal any health concerns, she began having severe stomach pain. “Even housekeeping became too much of a chore for me,” she says. In February, her primary care physician, Shehetaj Abdurrahim, MD, on the medical staff at Methodist Charlton Medical Center, scheduled a CT scan, which showed a spot on Bonnie’s colon. Bonnie was referred to Anil Tibrewal, MD, general surgeon on the medical staff. A follow-up colonoscopy confirmed it was cancer. Dr. Tibrewal suggested a minimally invasive procedure to remove the cancerous section of her colon. Great care at Methodist Charlton Dr. Tibrewal is specially trained in operating with the robotic da Vinci® Surgical System, which gives surgeons increased visibility, dexterity, and precision when operating. “I thought it was exciting!” Bonnie says about having robot-assisted surgery. She remembers watching a TV program on robotic surgery and thinking, “That’s the kind of surgery I had.” Bonnie says the team who cared for her at Methodist Charlton was great. She also appreciated the large hospital room that easily accommodated a visit from her greatgrandchildren and her daughter-in-law’s overnight stay. Fast healing Everyone was surprised that Bonnie had so little pain after surgery, just some soreness for a few days. Even better is that the robotic procedure removed all of the cancer, eliminating the need for chemotherapy and radiation treatments. Bonnie was quickly back to playing in the yard with her great-grandkids — and recruiting them to help with yard work. At age 82, she’s mowing the grass, pulling weeds, and trimming bushes. “Anything it takes to enjoy the outdoors,” Bonnie says. © 2014 Intuitive Surgical A better experience Robot takes surgery beyond the limits of the human hand The latest evolution in surgical and robotics technology, the da Vinci® Surgical System, is now at Methodist Charlton Medical Center. Robotassisted surgery allows the surgeon to operate with enhanced vision, precision, dexterity, and control. For most patients, da Vinci surgery offers numerous benefits over traditional surgery, including: w Smaller incisions w Significantly less pain w Fewer complications w Less scarring w A shorter hospital stay w A faster return to normal daily activities. “Talk with your doctor about all treatment options, as well as the risks and benefits of each,” says Anil Tibrewal, MD, general surgeon on the medical staff at Methodist Charlton. “If da Vinci surgery is right for you, rest assured that it is the skill of the surgeon that guides the robot. Da Vinci interprets the surgeon’s movements in real time and enhances his or her visual capabilities. The result is an overall better experience for both the surgeon and you.” ❁ Methodist Charlton Medical Center • Fall 2014 13 COMMUNITY ▸ RADIA NT GIR LS: Metho Charlton wa dist s a sponsor fo r the Radian Girls luncheo t n held at Trin ity Church in Cedar Hill. Se veral Method ist Charlton Medical Cente r employees, including Regina Wren (right), serve d as table host for the even s t. Miss Texas 2013 Ivana H (center) from a ll Cedar Hill w as also a gu est. THANK YOU FO R INSPIRING AN D LEADING: The Rev. Bryan L. Carter, sen ior pastor at Concord Church of Dallas, delivered a stirring message of hope as the key note speaker for this year’s Pastor Appreciation Lunche at Methodist Charlton. Each on year, Methodist Charlton hos ts this inspiring and elegan event to honor and show app t reciation for the dedicated service of pastors and ministr leaders and their commitme y nt to patients, families, and the community. HEAD FOR THE HILLS: Methodist Charlt on nurses Colandra Weaver (left) and Regina Wren take a break from staffing the first-aid station at the Cedar Hill Head for the Hills Bike Rally to pose with President Jonathan Davis , FACHE. Methodist Charlton was a sponsor for the popular annua l event. WE LOVE OUR LEADERS: Methodist Charlton colleagues Teresa Land; Lorenzo Manquero; President Jonathan Davis, FACHE; Dana Alexander; and Vice President Operations Kendall Huff congratulate Leadership Southwest 2014 graduates (center) Methodist Charlton Volunteer Services Director Sarah Drew-Watson and Manager Guest Services Colin Harrison. 14 ❁ Methodist Charlton Medical Center • Fall 2014 8 IS GREAT: Human Resources Director Preston Miller (right) welcomes Dallas Mayor Pro Tem Tennell Atkins and 50 community leaders with Atkins’ District 8ight is Great bus tour during a stop at Methodist Charlton. Guests were welcomed with refreshments and highlights of the hospital’s growth and achievements. ❷ ❶ We’re in your neighborhood Mountain Creek Lake Grand Prairie Medical Centers Dallas Executive Airport ❸ Methodist Charlton Medical Center Duncanville Joe Pool Lake Cedar Hill ❽ Methodist ❹ ❺❻❼ Rehabilitation Hospital Lancaster DeSoto ❷ Central Grand Prairie 820 S. Carrier Parkway Grand Prairie, TX 75051 972-262-1425 ❸ South Grand Prairie Midway Regional Airport 4116 S. Carrier Parkway, Suite 250 (in the Albertsons shopping center) Grand Prairie, TX 75052 972-263-5272 ⓫ Hw y. 2 0 Bolton Boone Dr. 3450 W. Wheatland Road, Physicians Office Building II, Suite 340 Dallas, TX 75237 972-780-1796 ⓫ Waxahachie Plainview Rd. Oaks ❾ For more help finding your way, visit MethodistHealthSystem.org/Maps. ⓫ St. in Ma W. n rs o f fe Je St. W. 7 y. 6 Hw FM 1382/E. Belt Line Rd. r f o rd Hw y. 2 0 Bryan Place . Dr. Westmoreland Rd. Wa t e Lee St. n St. Housto Hardy St. S. Walnut Grove Rd. S. Broad St. S. Main St. ve R d y. Pkw ❺ ❼❻ N. Joe Wilson Rd. y G ro ❿ ON THE r. Longhorn Stadium ia D ❽ W. Wheatland Rd. t. Shad 2230 Bryan Place, Suite 200 Midlothian, TX 76065 972-775-4132 Center QuickCare Clinic 3500 W. Wheatland Road (in the Outpatient Center) Dallas, TX 75237 855-75-QUICK (855-757-8425) gin nS 950 E. Belt Line Road, Suite 100 Cedar Hill, TX 75104 972-291-7863 ❻ Methodist Charlton Medical ❹ Vir so ier st We Mt. Zion Rd. fe r arr Cedar Ridge Dr. SW 3rd St. N. Carrier Pkwy. Hwy. 20 Jef n Rd. ❾ Cedar Hill East 7979 West Virginia Drive Dallas, TX 75237 972-780-8400 ❺ Charlton Medical Group Bardi 326 Cooper St. Cedar Hill, TX 75104 972-291-7863 Other facilities W. Belt Line Rd. Cooper St. ❸ S. C t. nS fferso W. Je ❷ Westchase Dr. Westchester Pkwy. S. Robinson Rd. Hwy. 30 n NW 2nd St. Mai W. NW 4th St. ❶ St. ❽ Cedar Hill West ❿ Midlothian ❹ Charlton College St. Family Medical Center 3500 W. Wheatland Road Dallas, TX 75237 214-947-5400 401 College St. Grand Prairie, TX 75050 972-262-1596 Red Oak ❿ ❼ Methodist Charlton ❶ College Street Glenn Heights Midlothian Methodist Rehabilitation Hospital 3020 W. Wheatland Road Dallas, TX 75237 972-708-8600 Methodist Family Health Centers and Medical Groups E. Belt Line Rd. ❾ Methodist Charlton Medical Center 3500 W. Wheatland Road Dallas, TX 75237 214-947-7777 1410 W. Jefferson St. Waxahachie, TX 75165 972-937-1210 Nonprofit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Dallas, TX Permit No. 2710 Methodist Charlton Medical Center 3500 W. Wheatland Road Dallas, TX 75237 C Can you tell flu fact from fiction? Find out on page 5. Navigate Your Health Together Bring your significant other to this FREE event! Newly married or not, His & Hers at Methodist Charlton Medical Center is a fun-filled event for couples of any age. His & Hers will feature a fun, informative Newlywed Game-style program, plus dance lessons, cooking demos, chair massages, and more. You’ll hear from experts about the health needs and differences you and your spouse have. Saturday, September 20 Methodist Charlton Medical Center Auditorium 11 a. m. – 1 p. m. Register today by calling 214-947-0000. For more information, visit MethodistHealthSystem.org/HisHers • Healthy food choices & cooking • Proper exercise & sleep habits • Swing & line dance lessons • Fun prizes, massages, & gifts