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Vol. 24 • No. 38 • Sept. 14, 2015 Benefit Dinner Illuminates AN EVENING AT THE ROYAL HAWAIIAN Hotel is always alluring. When it’s a benefit for The Queen’s Medical Center, it becomes positively irresistible. “The community always responds with strong support,” confirmed Marc Inouye, Fund Development. “Our goal was to net $450,000 and we raised a net of over $585,000.” This year’s benefit was co-chaired by David Hulihee and Allen Uyeda. Allen commented that although he has hosted before, this is the first time he has done so as a Trustee, and that with each passing year he learns more and more about the positive impact Queen’s has on health care and the community. Daniel Alam, MD and Christopher Klem, MD, of the Queen’s Head & Neck Institute, beneficiary of this year’s Punchbowl campus Giving Campaign, spoke about their innovative whole life approach to medicine. As a reflection of the positive spirit of the Head & Neck Institute, a special performance was put together with a cast of physicians, nurses, dentists, dietitians, technicians, community members and significantly, survivors from the Queen’s Head & Neck Cancer Support Group, who call themselves “The Warriors.” Their group provides hope to newly diagnosed patients as they learn from each other how Warriors, despite lingering challenges from the battle with cancer, continue to live life to its fullest. Theatre professionals Malindi Fickle and Roslyn Catracchia volunteered their time and expertise to create the touching performance. The disparate group tackled the odds of scheduling and rehearsed twice a week for a month to prepare for the illuminating benefit performance. “We wanted to shine the light on the brilliant work of the Head & Neck Institute,” said a participant. Grateful patient R. Kawehilani Akau shared her dramatic story. “In the spring of 2008, I was diagnosed with a rare tu(Continued on page 2.) Our Commitment, Our Promise. Queen’s Staff Share their stories: I get to know each [patient] as a person and it feels like a family here. The team is my family, too; we work closely together, and great teamwork helps with the work flow. When our patients recover, we present them with a certificate of healing and have them ring a bell so the whole floor can share in the joy of their recovery. —Maria Jacinto, Physician Practice Assistant Wound Care Center Want to take the Pledge? Join us! QMC Punchbowl: Harkness Kiosk: Sept. 14 & 15, 11am - 1pm QMC West O‘ahu: Wednesday, September 23, 12–1:30pm North Hawai‘i Community Hospital: Friday, September 25, 2:30–3:30pm CareResource Hawai‘i (Kona): Friday, September 25, 12–1:30pm Diagnostic Lab Services (Halawa): Tuesday, September 29, 11am–1pm CareResource Hawai‘i (O‘ahu): Wednesday, September 30, 3–4pm Molokai General Hospital: date coming soon Queen’s Health Care Centers: A one time only performance, “Feel the Light”, pays tribute to Head & Neck cancer survivors and the work of the Head & Neck Institute at the annual benefit dinner. date coming soon Benefit Dinner Illuminates Grateful patient R. Kawehilani Akau with her husband Patrick F. K. Akau, Sr. mor in my upper jaw. The doctor’s solution was a complete resection which would involve cutting my face along my hairline from the top of my forehead down to my chin, breaking my jaw and replacing it with a titanium jaw and then living with a complete set of dentures for the rest of my life. I chose to wait for technology to catch up. At last I was referred to Dr. Alam and Dr. Klem and we scheduled surgery. “The greatest thanks I can give is to show you my life hasn’t changed since surgery. I attended my son’s graduation, I graduated and am currently working towards my Master’s Degree. I recently rode ATVs at Kualoa Ranch to celebrate (Continued from page 1.) my husband’s 50th birthday. “Queen Emma’s love for her people is reflected in her determination to create a place of healing, restoration, and recovery here in Hawai‘i. Now it is our turn, our privilege, our commitment to her legacy. Let’s join together and support our Queen’s Head & Neck Institute for generations to come,” Kawehilani concluded. A special mahalo goes to Barry and Virginia Weinman for kicking off the auction portion of the benefit with a $50,000 matching gift. Those who didn’t attend Daniel Klem, MD, Whitney Limm, MD, and Christopher Lam, MD. the event will have an opportunity to contribute to the Head & Neck Institute during this year’s Employee Giving Campaign that begins at the end of September and runs through October. Cocktails on the lawn of the Royal Hawaiian Hotel preceded dinner, entertainment and a Silent & Live Auction at the annual fundraiser event. Mary Nakasuji-Yoshino Dances into Retirement “IT’S BEEN AN INCREDIBLE adventure,” said Mary Nakasuji-Yoshino, MSW, at her recent retirement tea. Twenty four years ago Mary’s first assignment was in Neurology, but always ready to accept a challenge, she willingly transferred departments whenever the need for a social worker cropped up. Units she worked on include Pauahi 4, QET8 Orthopedics, the ICU, QET10 Labor & Delivery/Post Partum, Pauahi 6 Cardiac, QET7 Oncology, 2 and finally the Cancer Center. An active mentor and teacher who loves sharing her knowledge, Mary has supervised many students including those from the Okinawa University. She is fluent in Japanese and found it especially rewarding to speak directly to students without a translator. Mary cited projects such as LiveStrong, the Survivorship Program and training new hires as just a few of her additional duties over the years. Mary’s next adventure will be in San Antonio, Texas where she and her husband Dennis will help care for their nephews during their father’s deployment. “I’m indirectly serving my country,” Mary proclaimed. Mary and Dennis will also be looking for places to rhumba, a passion developed since their own daughter left the nest. “We used to leave weddings when the band came on, now we dance all night and leave when they do!,” she laughed. They also already have plans for a Las Vegas getaway and maybe Japan. QMC president Art Ushijima stated, “Social Workers are the unsung heroes of health care. They do the work that many don’t want to do, and many times don’t get the recognition they deserve. I know you’re not really retiring, just moving to another phase in your career.” Mary admitted that she’s excited about the work the Cancer Center is doing and maybe a little sad she won’t be a part of it. But she is also confident that her department has been left in good hands. QEC Diabetes Ed Group Dynamic Works “I NEVER REALIZED HOW IMPORTANT diet and exercise really are,” stated a participant in the Diabetes Education class at the Queen Emma Clinics. And that in a nutshell sums up exactly why diabetes education is perhaps the most powerful tool in the fight against diabetes. The prevalence of diabetes has reached epic proportions affecting nearly 600,000 people in Hawai’i and 29 million nationwide. At the Queen Emma Clinics, about a dozen patients recently completed a 12-week education class modeled after the one at Kokua Kalihi Valley (KKV) which uses the Partners in Care curriculum. Sheryl Yoshimura, RD, from the KKV program helped put the group centered program together and offered her guidance, participation and wellreceived recipes “I try to make the recipes simple, using only a few ingredients, but still very tasty,” Sheryl explained. “I want to show how easy it can be to eat well.” Everyone heartily dug into the food and agreed it was indeed delicious. “But I don’t want to have to eat like a rabbit!,” one patient wasn’t afraid to loudly proclaim. Everyone laughed, as it was gently pointed out that the recommended plant based diet does not mean plant exclusive. He confessed, “This class saved my life. It’s so comfortable to come here and so welcoming. I learned so many things, this class is excellent.” He admitted he’s not an easy patient, that maybe he owes some apologies to staff and fellow patients for his surly behavior. “But you know what? Over here, the patients come first. They really helped me out.” John Misailidis, MD, said the staff gets an education too. “It helps us learn how to care for all of you,” he told the gathering. And that’s the beauty of the group dynamic. They come together and share their stories and experiences. They learn Queen Emma Clinics Diabetes Education class staff: (from left to right) John Misailidis MD, Roxanne Jaudon, IS Coordinator, Sheryl Yoshimura, RD, MPH, LDN, CDE, Kokua Kalihi Valley, Maryann Magdirila, MA, Skye Larosa, CMA, Jan Takara RN, CDE, Jodi Hokama, RD, Marilyn Nalawagan, RMA, CPC, and Umesh Gheewala, MD. Not pictured: Kim Kehoe-Brown, APRN. that they are not suffering alone and exchange ideas about what works and what doesn’t. “It’s a learning process for everyone, and studies show that group visits improve care,” Dr. Misailidis added. Another patient confided that she has asthma and also had cancer. “I went through chemotherapy. But I tell you, diabetes is harder, you really have to work to stay healthy,” she admitted. “Now, I’m helping my whole family learn too, so we can all live healthy together.” Sessions include check ins with doctors and staff who monitor vitals such as glucose, blood pressure and whether or not doctor appointments have been kept or missed. Staff share information on subjects including diet, exercise, cholesterol, stress management, foot care and medications/glucose. Talking story is a key component of the meetings and allows issues to surface that may not otherwise be addressed. Mark Mundon, the father of staff member medical assistant Skye Larosa, shared his story. He successfully used diet and exercise to reduce his glucose levels without insulin. “Take tiny steps and work your way up,” he encouraged. “I know it’s hard, but you gotta try.” Mark started a garden and found it provided fresh veggies and a convenient form of stress relief, another major health risk factor. “It’s a win win,” he smiled. (Continued on page 4.) Language of Caring @QMC-Punchbowl Language of Caring princi- • Helps listener hear entire message and ples, taught in modules, are highly effective avoid missing cues tools in keeping the Queen’s Patients First Pledge. The current module is “Practice of Reminders • September 1 - October 31 Focus on Presence.” Here are the highlights: Practice of Presence What is Practice of Presence? • Managers to schedule 30-minute • Quieting the mind staff workshops • Focusing on exact moment at hand and • Workshops during first month; the person you’re with put module into daily practice during • Listening fully without judging second month • Practice tips at languageofcaring.com Why is it important? or the Queen’s Intranet • Helps people feel connected • Reach out to Misty Crouch, RN • Increases trust (691-4632/[email protected]) • Decreases anxiety 3 A SMART START TO SOCIAL SECURITY the final HR sponsored retirement workshop, will be held on Thursday, September 17, from 12:00 - 1:00 pm in the Queen’s Conference Center room 203. Register online at http://eww.queens. org/hr/registration/retirement.asp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CORRECTION: NEW NSICU PHONE extensions (QET5 Ewa 691-5423 and QET5 DH 691-5425) “go live” on Monday, September 28. The “go live” date for the NSICU Expansion is December 1, 2015. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . INFLUENZA (FLU) VACCINATIONS for QMC-Punchbowl employees, medical staff, volunteers and health care students are now available. Employees who decline the flu vaccinations will be re- quired to wear a mask whenever they have close interactions or direct contact with patients, or prepare patient foods and medications, or handle patient supplies/equipment during influenza season. Shots will be offered at the Harkness Kiosk Monday - Thursday, September 14 - 17, from 7:00 am - 12:00 pm. After that, vaccinations will be given 24/7 to staff in the Emergency Department and on Pauahi 4. Employee Health will also provide vaccinations Monday – Friday, September 9 – 17, 10:00 – 11:00 am; 1:00 – 2:00 pm and Monday - Friday (except holidays), from September 21. POB 2 Pharmacy will also give free vaccinations to employees only, Monday - Friday, from 9:00 am - 4:30 pm. For more information, contact Ruth Honda(691-7289/rhonda@ queens.org), Michelle Taylor(691-5404/ [email protected]) or Jan Pang (6914664/[email protected]). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PEDIATRIC NEUROCRITICAL CARE: Managing the Kritical Keiki II will be held on Friday and Saturday, November 6 and 7, at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa. CE Credits are available for physicians, ACEP, nurses, and EMS personnel. Conference participants should make reservations ASAP while rooms are still available at the conference rate. Register early. The 2012 conference hit capacity; there was a 50+ person waitlist and no onsite registrations were taken. For more information and to register email cme@ queens.org or call 691-7009. Diabetes Education (Continued from page 3.) Throughout Mark’s presentation folks spoke up, asking questions or just making comments. The easy back and forth exchange made it clear how the group situation helps everyone be comfortable about asking for help or clarification. “I think I’m gonna really miss everybody,” someone said as the session was winding down. “We learned a lot, but we made friends, too. It’s been great.” The next session begins October 1. Call 691-4970 for more information. The Queen’s Print Connection is published by Creative Services. If you have news or wish to opine, call 691-7532 or email [email protected]. The news deadline is Monday prior to publication. QHS/QMC Pres. . . . . . . .Art Ushijima Publisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Keala Peters Editor/Writer . . . . . . . . . .Jason Kimura Assist. Ed./Writer . . . . . Glee Stormont The Queen’s Health Systems consists of The Queen’s Medical Center, The Queen’s Medical Center – West O’ahu, The Queen’s Health Care Centers, Queen Emma Land Company, Queen’s Development Corporation, Queen’s Insurance Exchange, Inc., Molokai General Hospital and North Hawai‘i Community Hospital, and has ownership interests in CareResource Hawai‘i, Hamamatsu/Queen’s PET Imaging Center, and Diagnostic Laboratory Services, Inc. www.queens.org The Queen’s Health Systems is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit corporation 4