Welcoming New Physicians to WRHS page 2 Looking for a
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Welcoming New Physicians to WRHS page 2 Looking for a
y o u r g u i d e t o h e a lt h y l i v i n g | f a l l 2 0 1 0 Welcoming New Physicians to WRHS page 2 Looking for a Healthier Heart? Go Fish page 3 When Your Newborn Has Jaundice page 4 Osteoporosis: Lifestyle Choices Help Keep Brittle Bones at Bay page 6 What’s Bugging You This Fall? page 7 message from the CEO Dear Friends, I am pleased to welcome seven outstanding physicians to White River Health System: Drs. Nathan McLaughlin and Rony Roche, Internal Medicine Hospitalists; Dr. Jennifer McLaughlin, Dermatology; Dr. Garrett Sanford, Cardiology; Dr. Jordan Weaver, Family Practice; Dr. David Yarnell, General Surgery; and Dr. Katie Yarnell, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. This region is so fortunate to have these bright, welltrained physicians as part of our medical community. They are a wonderful complement to the experienced physicians on our dedicated medical staff. In a rural region such as ours, it can be challenging to recruit high-demand physicians. However, we are very fortunate to have a well-planned and progressive recruitment program supported by a committee of physicians, board members, and community leaders. While the number of physicians starting practice at WRMC is impressive, the reasoning behind their procurement is important. We base our recruitment on area demographic information, physician/population ratios, and community feedback. For example, our most recent Community Perception Survey indicated area residents want us to increase the number of physicians on our medical staff, as well as the specific specialties that are needed. When you speak, we listen and take action. Each day, we commit ourselves to providing you with high quality healthcare because, to us, your health is what matters most. To Your Good Health, Gary L. Bebow, FACHE Administrator/CEO FIND THE stethoscope Find the hidden stethoscope in this issue, and you could win a $50 Wal-Mart gift card! Email your submission by October 30 to contest@ wrmc.com. Be sure to include your name, street address and email address. Congratulations to Julia Ragsdale of Mountain View, the winner of last quarter’s $50 Wal-Mart gift card! 2 Health Matters ■Fall 2010 Welcoming Our New Physicians Jennifer McLaughlin, M.D. Dermatologist at McLaughlin Dermatology Medical Degree: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Residency: Texas Tech University Health and Sciences Center Contact: 870-793-7800 Nathan McLaughlin, M.D. White River Medical Center Hospitalist Medical Degree: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Residency: Internal Medicine at Texas Tech University Health and Sciences Center Rony Roche, M.D. White River Medical Center Hospitalist Medical Degree: State University of Haiti in Port-au-Prince, Haiti Residency: Internal Medicine at the Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. Garrett Sanford, M.D. Cardiologist at Batesville Cardiology Medical Degree: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Residency: UAMS/Arkansas Children’s Hospital Cardiology Fellowship: University of North Carolina Hospital Contact: 870-793-7519 Jordan Weaver, M.D. Family Physician, Weaver Family Medicine Medical Degree: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Residency: AHEC Northeast—St. Bernard’s Regional Medical Center Contact: 870-793-2540 David Yarnell, M.D. White River Medical Center General Surgeon, Batesville Surgery and CT Imaging Medical Degree, Internship and Residency: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Contact: 870-698-1846 Katie Yarnell, M.D. Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, WRHS Behavioral Health Clinic Medical Degree, Internship and Residency: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Contact: 870-698-2100 A Closer Look: The Benefits of a Heart-Healthy Diet Supermarkets, restaurants and vending machines offer tempting foods high in fat, sugar and salt. However, they’re not the best for your health—especially if you have heart disease. That’s why it’s worth taking the time to learn how to eat right and shop smarter. The right food choices can help you manage your weight, cholesterol and high blood pressure and help prevent a heart attack or stroke. Follow these steps to make your diet more heart-healthy: ■■ Cut back on salt. ■■ Eat more fruits, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat dairy products. ■■ Consume less saturated and trans fat. ■■ Eat fish at least twice a week. Looking for a Healthier Heart? Go Fish by Garrett Sanford, M.D. Dr. Sanford is a Cardiologist at Batesville Cardiology and is on the Medical Staff at White River Medical Center. To make an appointment with Dr. Sanford, call 870-793-7519. I t’s not a fish tale—eating seafood really can help your heart and lower your chance of dying from heart disease. A number of studies reviewed in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that a key nutrient in fish can help prevent and treat heart disease. Omega-3 fatty acids aid heart attack recovery and improve other heart conditions, including heart rhythm irregularity, heart failure and plaque buildup in the arteries. Good Fat Omega-3 fatty acids are a form of fat our bodies need. They help reduce inflammation in the arteries and blood clotting, improve cholesterol and triglyceride blood fat levels, and lower blood pressure. Fatty or oily fish are very high in omega-3s. Trout, salmon, herring, mackerel, anchovies, sardines and tuna are all good sources. Forgo Fried How the fish is cooked is important. Broiling, grilling, poaching and baking are best. Eating fried, salted or dried fish may do more harm than good, according to research. The American Heart Association (AHA) says everyone should eat at least two servings a week of the recommended types of fish to get about 500 mg a day of omega-3s. The AHA recommendation for people diagnosed with heart disease is about 1,000 mg a day of omega-3s either through fatty fish or fish oil supplements. Talk with your doctor about the amount that’s right for you. www.whiteriverhealthsystem.com 3 Why Breast Milk Is Best for Babies With each new study, the list of breastfeeding benefits grows. Babies who nurse most often have lower rates of: ■■ Bacterial meningitis ■■ Botulism ■■ Chronic digestive diseases, such as ulcerative colitis ■■ Diabetes ■■ Diarrhea ■■ Ear infections ■■ Pneumonia ■■ Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) advocates breast-feeding for at least one year after birth, in most cases. However, bottle-feeding is sometimes a better choice. For instance, mothers who have human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or untreated, active tuberculosis risk passing these illnesses on to their babies via breast milk. When Your Newborn Has Jaundice by Nelson Obikwu, M.D. Dr. Obikwu is in private practice at The Children’s Clinic and is on staff at White River Medical Center in Batesville. To make an appointment, call 870-262-2200. F or new parents, the arrival of a newborn can lead to a blur of feedings, diaper changes and lack of sleep. Just when those duties are under control, a new concern pops up—the newborn’s skin and eyes start to look a little yellowish. Is there cause for concern? Jaundice, a common condition in newborns, occurs when the liver takes longer to break down the yellow bile pigment called bilirubin. It takes a few days for a newborn’s liver to catch up with the bilirubin, so the extra shows up as a yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes. Many babies show signs of jaundice about two to five days after birth. Jaundice can last anywhere from two to six weeks. In most cases, it clears up on its own. When Jaundice Becomes a Concern Unfortunately, jaundice doesn’t always go away by itself. And high levels of bilirubin 4 Health Matters ■Fall 2010 can lead to brain damage, hearing loss and other problems. Since many babies go home within a few days after birth—before jaundice may be noticeable—it’s left to parents to check for signs. Press your fingertip gently against your baby’s forehead or nose under natural or fluorescent light. Normal skin will blanch white when pressed. But if the skin looks yellowish, call your baby’s doctor. This skin test may not work as well for babies with darker skin. Treating Newborn Jaundice More frequent feedings of either breast milk or formula—but not water—can help your baby pass bilirubin through stools. If you are breast-feeding exclusively, do not stop or switch to formula unless the doctor recommends it. Phototherapy, in which the baby rests under special lights, can also help break down bilirubin. Other treatments may be needed in some cases. 16th Annual Golf Classic Raises Money for Foundation F orty-four teams teed off for a good time and a good cause at the 16th Annual White River Health System Foundation (WRHSF) Golf Classic. The event raised more than $163,000 for facility development and clinical services within White River Health System. Major event sponsors Abbott Vascular, AFLAC – Randy Reichardt Insurance Agency, Consumer Collection Management, Inc., Cromwell Architects Engineers, The Course at Eagle Mountain, Liberty Bank, Medtronic, Nabholz Construction Corporation, and Wade’s Heating, Air Conditioning and Electrical, joined with more than 100 sponsors to support this year’s Golf Classic. “The generosity of our donors and corporate sponsors allows the Foundation to support expanding and improving the healthcare services provided by White River Health System,” said WRHS Foundation President Dick Bernard. For the seventh consecutive year, the event was held at The Course at Eagle Mountain in Batesville. The premier 18-hole golf course features Empire Zoysia Fairways, Bent Grass Greens, and water hazards that present players with a challenging, but fun, game of golf. Players dined on hamburgers and BBQ ribs prepared by the 2009 Memphis in May Whole Hog Champions, Party-Q BBQ, and enjoyed music provided by the Danny Dozier Band. More than 50 volunteers gave over 400 hours of their time in preparing and executing the event. “I appreciate the willingness, enthusiasm, and hard work of the volunteers. Their outstanding attitudes played a vital role in the success of the tournament,” said Gary Bebow, WRHS Administrator/CEO. The winners of the four-person scramble were Gary McDonald, Matt McDonald, Rodney Griffin, and Chip Rayford. The Putting Contest winner was Charlie Jarrett. The Ladies’ Longest Drive winner was Cecelia Vinson, while the winner of the Men’s Longest Drive was Brett Swenson. Danny Kelley was the Straightest Drive winner. The Closest to the Pin winners were Gary Bebow, Ronnie Hutchinson, Garth Branstetter, and Matt McDonald. The Skins Game winners were Jim Wann, Gary Bebow, Tony Rushing, Gerald Meacham, Dick Bernard, Steve Bell, Buddy Vinson, and Tommy Ford. The consolation winners were Blake Beardsley, Caleb Brewington, Gary Horness, and Mike Hunnicut. Established in 1992, the WRHS Foundation is a charitable organization dedicated to raising funds to enable us to enhance and improve the healthcare services provided by WRHS. The Golf Classic has raised $1.25 million for vital programs and projects such as nursing scholarships, community health programs, the WRMC Cancer Care Center, and the Josephine Raye Rogers Center for Women and Imaging. Would you like to make a positive difference for the WRHS Foundation? To learn more about opportunities for giving, please call Amber Neal, Foundation Coordinator, at 870-262-1225 or email [email protected]. www.whiteriverhealthsystem.com 5 Osteoporosis: Lifestyle Choices Help Keep Brittle Bones at Bay by J.D. Allen, M.D. Dr. Allen is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is in private practice at Medical Park Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Clinic with Dr. Jeff Angel. They can be reached at 870-793-2371 or toll-free at 800-585-2371. O steoporosis is a bone-thinning disease that can increase your risk for fracture and reduce your quality of life. Experts say 28 million people may develop osteoporosis or already have this disorder. Take this quiz to find out whether you’re at risk for osteoporosis and to learn ways to keep your bones strong. 1.Only older women have osteoporosis. ❒ True ❒ False 2.Osteoporosis is a “silent disease.” ❒ True ❒ False 3.What you eat affects bone health. ❒ True ❒ False 4.Exercise is bad for people with osteoporosis. ❒ True ❒ False 5.You can control many of the risk factors for osteoporosis. ❒ True ❒ False 6.Many treatments are available for people who have osteoporosis. ❒ True ❒ False 6 Health Matters ■Fall 2010 Answers 1.False. Postmenopausal women are at greatest risk for osteoporosis because of their reduced levels of the hormone estrogen. But you can get osteoporosis at any age. And bone loss occurs in men, too, although more rarely. When men develop osteoporosis, they typically do so at about age 70— or 10 to 15 years later than women. 2.True. Osteoporosis is usually considered a silent, chronic disease because bone loss may not have warning signs until you actually fracture a bone. But in some cases, a doctor may notice signs of bone loss, such as shortened height or a curved spine. 3.True. Calcium is the most important nutrient to prevent and treat osteoporosis. Calcium-rich foods include skim milk, yogurt and leafy green vegetables. Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium. You can get vitamin D from fortified cereal, egg yolks and liver. 4.False. Regular exercise is critical to preventing and treating osteoporosis. Experts recommend weight lifting and weight-bearing exercises, such as walking or climbing stairs. But check with your doctor before beginning an exercise routine. 5.True. Strategies that help prevent osteoporosis—in addition to a calciumrich diet and regular exercise—include drinking alcohol in moderation, limiting caffeine and avoiding smoking. Since the body builds bone until the mid30s, even children and young adults should get a start on these lifelong healthy habits. Risk factors you can’t control include a family history of osteoporosis, a small, thin body size, and your race. Caucasian and Asian women have the highest risk of developing osteoporosis. 6.True. If you are at risk or already have suffered a fracture, your doctor can prescribe a treatment plan that includes a combination of calcium-rich foods, regular exercise and medication. What’s Bugging You This Fall? by Michael Orlando, M.D. Dr. Orlando is an Ear, Nose, and Throat physician at White River Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Orlando can be reached by calling 870-793-3636 or toll-free at 888-939-3636. E very autumn, the leaves change colors, the temperature drops—and you get a stuffy nose and a massive case of the sneezes. Colds, the flu and allergies are all common in the fall. Telling them apart is tough, but doing so can help you feel better faster. The Common Cold: Many Causes Together, Americans suffer from one billion colds each year. Most strike between late August and early April. That’s when people spend time in school and indoors, close to others who may be infected. You might be the latest victim if you have: ■■ A stuffy, runny nose ■■ Sneezing ■■ A sore throat ■■ A hacking cough Many treatments are available. Try gargling with warm salt water to relieve a sore throat. Saline nasal spray can help a runny nose, while a decongestant can help a stuffy one. For a cough, ask your pharmacist about over-the-counter antitussive medication. Consult your doctor before giving any cold medications to children. Call your doctor if your symptoms last more than 10 days or you have severe pain in your face (the areas behind your nose and eyes). The Flu: One Virus, Many Symptoms The influenza virus spreads when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Signs of the flu include: ■■ Fatigue and weakness ■■ High fever ■■ Severe aches and pains ■■ Headache ■■ Dry cough Beat the flu with lots of rest, plenty of fluids and pain relievers to soothe body aches. Get medical help if you are age 65 or older, have a chronic medical condition or are pregnant. Antiviral drugs can lessen symptoms and prevent pneumonia and other flu complications. Getting an annual influenza shot will aid in preventing the flu. Allergies: Something in the Air Fall allergies are usually a bad reaction to pollen from the ragweed plant. This powdery substance hangs in the air from late August until the first frost. It can cause: ■■ Itchy or watery eyes ■■ Stuffy, clear runny nose ■■ Cough ■■ Sneezing Reduce your exposure by showering after going outside and keeping home and car windows closed. Medications, such as over-the-counter antihistamines, saline and non prescription nasal sprays, and prescription nasal steroids, can help. Baked Salmon Dijon This salmon entrée is easy to make and will be enjoyed by the whole family! 1 cup fat free sour cream 2 tsp dried dill 3 Tbsp scallions, finely chopped 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard 2 Tbsp lemon juice 1 ½ lb salmon fillet with skin, cut in center ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp black pepper as needed: fat free cooking spray 1. Whisk sour cream, dill, onion, mustard, and lemon juice in small bowl to blend. 2. Preheat oven to 400° F. Lightly oil baking sheet with cooking spray. 3. Place salmon, skin side down, on prepared sheet. Sprinkle with garlic powder and pepper, then spread with the sauce. 4. Bake salmon until just opaque in center, about 20 minutes. Yield: 6 servings Serving size: 1 piece (4 oz) Each serving provides: Calories: 196 Total fat: 7 g Saturated fat: 2 g Cholesterol: 76 mg Sodium: 229 mg Total fiber: less than 1 g Protein: 27 g Carbohydrates: 5 g Potassium: 703 mg Source: “NHLBI: Keep the Beat Heart Healthy Recipes” www.whiteriverhealthsystem.com 7 Gary L. Bebow Administrator/CEO Larry Sandage Director of Institutional Advancement Sheila Mace Public Relations Coordinator NON PROFIT ORG US POSTAGE PAID White River Medical Center Foundation Inc 1710 Harrison Street Batesville, AR 72501 WHITE RIVER medical center foundation inc Annie McAllister Marketing Specialist II Health Matters is published by White River Health System. The information included is intended to educate and inform readers about subjects pertinent to their health, not as a substitute for consultation with a personal physician. To unsubscribe to Health Matters, call 870-262-6149 or send an email with your name and address to [email protected]. ©2010 Printed on recyclable paper 6246M C A L L W H I T E R I V E R H E A LT H S Y S T E M ’ S P H Y S I C I A N R E F E R R A L L I N E AT 8 0 0 - W R M C - D O C Do You Know About the Breast Cancer Genes? “When breast cancer strikes in families, particularly at a younger age, doctors often suspect genes are to blame.” W omen who have had a close relative—such as a mother, sister or daughter—diagnosed with breast cancer have nearly twice the risk of developing the disease, too. When breast cancer strikes in families, particularly at a younger age, doctors often suspect genes are to blame. Genes Gone Wrong Relatively few cases of breast cancer are caused by genetic problems. But two genes—BRCA1 and BRCA2—are the most common genes responsible for hereditary breast cancer. Normally, these genes help keep cells from growing out of control. Defective genes fail at that task, allowing cancer to develop. Roughly one in eight women is at risk for breast cancer; however, women with defective copies of the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes have more than four times the chance of developing breast cancer, often before age 50. These women also face a higher risk for ovarian cancer. Don’t Forget Your Mammogram Mammography is an important tool for detecting breast cancer early on, when it’s easiest to treat. But the benefits and limitations of mammography vary based on factors like age and personal risk. Women should talk with their doctor about how often they should get screened. If Money Is Tight, You Can Still Get a Mammogram Mammography services can be offered to women who otherwise would not be able to afford them, thanks to White River Health System Foundation’s partnership with the Arkansas Affiliate of the Komen for the Cure Foundation. To learn more about mammography services offered at WRMC, call 870-262-1258.
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