Holidays - Marion General Hospital
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Holidays - Marion General Hospital
HEALTHY LIVING FOR OUR HEALTHCARE COMMUNITY WWW.MGH.NET WINTER 2015 • $2.95 Healthy Holidays 79 tips for a safe and celebratory season PLUS How Tom Hanks manages diabetes, like millions of other Americans this season MGH EMPLOYEES HONORED FOR DECADES OF SERVICE Assessing the community’s health needs NURSES NOMINATE THEIR PEERS FOR EXCELLENCE Need a practitioner? Call MGH Access at 765-660-MGH4 (6444) FdVVWI1562_00_Cover.indd 1 9/25/15 1:20 PM You Have Cancer. We Have HOPE can be found here _ on your cancer journey. MGH promises to be your family _ fighting your cancer battle alongside you. With Quadruple & Hope. Triple Board Certified oncologists, certified oncology nurses and a cancer care team that is among the top 14% in the nation. www.mgh.net | 660.7800 | Theatre Drive in Marion FdVVWI1562_C2.indd 2 9/25/15 1:21 PM Contents WINTER 2015 THE BIG STORY IN EVERY ISSUE 2 3 6 7 8 33 38 40 42 Keep the holidays merry by staying in good health. PAGE 14 44 46 48 56 FEATURES 9 10 What’s Your Melting Point? Ranking the biggest holiday stressors. Staying in Control Tom Hanks is one of millions of Americans managing diabetes this holiday season. 14 Healthy Holidays Watch out for these hazards, and you’ll be on your way to what should be the happiest time of year. 22 A Gift to Yourself For gifts that keep on giving, schedule the screenings you need to ensure long-term health. 28 Celebrating While Someone Is Ill Practical advice to help you through the holiday season. 49 MGH Nursing Award Winners Meet the four staff members selected by MGH’s nurses for providing excellent care to patients. 52 Decades of Dedication At its annual recognition dinner, MGH honors long-service employees for their years of valuable contributions to the hospital. Opening Thoughts Life in General Volunteer Services Donations Employee Excellence This Just In The Truth About Sleep How To: Choose a Doctor Quiz: Freak Out or Chill Out? At a Glance: A Worrywart’s Guide to Cancer In the Market: Sweet Potatoes Health by the Numbers: Looking at Autism Community Connections How stress and depression affect your ticker PAGE 34 54 Keeping Our Community Healthy MGH is conducting a comprehensive health needs assessment. COVER PHOTO BY GETTY/CBS PHOTO ARCHIVE WINTE R 2015 FdVVWI1562_01_TOC.indd 1 1 9/25/15 1:20 PM Opening Thoughts vim & vigor Marion General Hospital Healthcare Is Always Changing One thing about healthcare is that it is always changing. This is good for many reasons. We continue to learn new ways to treat patients’ illnesses and new ways to improve preventive treatment to avoid illnesses. There are new drugs to treat disease and new surgical techniques that reduce recovery for patients. New technology is developed that helps us keep people out of the hospital and improves quality of life for people with certain health conditions. Although many changes in healthcare are good, “change” is not always easy or desired by patients. New and revised regulations many times require hospitals to make changes that do not seem positive to patients. Unfortunately, hospitals must make changes, some of which may not seem necessary to patients, to comply with regulations and help ensure financial viability of the hospital and its ability to provide local access to healthcare services in our community. While MGH would like all our changes to be positive, that is just not possible. There are so many factors that cause MGH to make changes, and many times MGH does not have any control over them. Progress requires us all to change. I assure you that MGH tries to make its progress positive for our patients to the extent we can. We appreciate your understanding and support of changes we must make to help ensure local access to healthcare services in our community. We will do whatever we can to help you adjust to the many changes we must make as we move forward. MGH is truly blessed with many caring and compassionate physicians, practitioners, nurses, clinicians and support staff available to serve you when you need us. As we enter this Christmas season, we need to remember to count our blessings and not take anything for granted. May God be with us all as we go forward to face the challenges of the future in our community, our nation and our world. President/CEO Paul L. Usher, FACHE, CPA, FHFMA Chief Administrative Officer Stephanie Hilton-Siebert Chair, Board of Directors Barbara A. Ihrke, PhD, RN Chief, Medical Staff Kristine A. Hess, MD Administrative Director/Medical Staff Services and Community Outreach Ann Vermilion, MBA, FACHE Editor Terri Couse PRODUCTION Editorial Editor-in-Chief: Amy Saunders Editors: Erin Feeney, Meghan Krein, Matt Morgan Copy Editor: C.J. Hutchinson Design Chief Art Director: Tami Rodgers Art Director: Rod Karmenzind Production Senior Production Manager: Laura Marlowe Special Projects & Pricing Manager: Jenny Babich Director of Premedia: Dane Nordine Production Technology Specialists: Julie Chan, Sonia Fitzgerald Circulation Senior Director, Logistics: Tracey Lenz Postal Affairs & Logistics MANAGER: Janet Bracco client services Chief Client Officer: Beth Tomkiw Client Strategy and Services Managers: Mark Kats, Lauren Keeton, Gerry Kubek, Barbara Mohr, Katie Murphy ADMINISTRATION Chief Executive Officer: Jason Benedict SVP, Business Development – Healthcare: Gregg Radzely, 212-574-4380 Executive Art Director: Adele Mulford 441 N. Wabash Ave., Marion, IN 46952-2690 If you prefer not to receive our magazine or other health and wellness information from Marion General Hospital, please call us at 765-660-6000 or send your request to be removed from our mailing list to [email protected]. Paul L. Usher, FACHE, CPA, FHFMA President/CEO Marion General Hospital 2 Vim & Vigor™, Winter 2015, Volume 31, Number 3, is published three times a year by MANIFEST LLC, 1010 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85014, 602-395-5850. Vim & Vigor™ is published for the purpose of disseminating health-related information for the well-being of the general public and its subscribers. The information contained in Vim & Vigor™ is not intended for the purpose of diagnosing or prescribing. Please consult your physician before undertaking any form of medical treatment and/or adopting any exercise program or dietary guidelines. Vim & Vigor™ does not accept advertising promoting the consumption of alcohol or tobacco. Copyright © 2015 by MANIFEST LLC. All rights reserved. Subscriptions in U.S.: $3 for one year (3 issues). Single copies: $2.95. For subscriptions, write: Circulation Manager, Vim & Vigor™, 1010 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85014. W IN TER 2 0 1 5 FdVVWI1562_02_Thoughts.indd 2 9/25/15 1:20 PM LIFE IN GENERAL MGH WELCOMES NEW PRACTITIONERS Adam J. Patrick, MD, earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis. His residency was completed at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. Dr. Patrick earned his Master in Biology from Purdue University in Adam J. West Lafayette, Ind. He Patrick, MD also received a bachelor’s degree in computer technology from Purdue University and a bachelor’s degree in health information administration from Indiana University. Dr. Patrick is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He joins the talented staff and practitioners at Family Medicine Center–South at 1406 W. Bella Drive in Marion. Dr. Patrick can be reached at 765-660-7720. Lisa Wallace, NP-C, earned her Master of Science in Nursing (nurse practitioner) and her bachelor’s degree from Ball State University in Muncie, Ind. She is board certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Lisa Wallace, NP-C She brings 13 years of experience in oncology, seven years in hospice care and home infusion, nine years as a professor of nursing in pharmacology and medical-surgical nursing, and five years in internal medicine. In addition, she teaches adjunct for nurse practitioners at Indiana Wesleyan University. She joins the talented physicians and staff at Progressive Cancer Care at 831 N. Theatre Drive in Marion. STETHOSCOPE PHOTO BY THINKSTOCK MGH STAFF EARN PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION Melinda Gard, BSN, RNC-NIC, family birthing center, is now certified in neonatal intensive care nursing from the National Certification Corp. A 12-year MGH employee, Gard earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Ball State University in Muncie, Ind. She also brings eight years of experience in a level 3 NICU. Gard lives in Marion with her husband, Kurt; sons, Jackson and Dylan; and daughter, Maggie. Her hobbies and interests include long walks with her family, reading, cooking, canning, crafts and spending as much time as she can with her children. “I enjoy the opportunity to be part of a team serving the needs of my community,” she says. Melinda Gard, BSN, RNC-NIC WINTE R 2015 FdVVWI1562_03-5_LifeInGeneral.indd 3 3 9/25/15 1:47 PM Life in General MGH Names New Chief Administrative Officer Stephanie HiltonSiebert has been appointed chief administrative officer (CAO) at Marion General Hospital. Hilton-Siebert has been in hospital administration for 14 years, serving as chief executive officer, chief operating officer and director of inpatient services. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing and Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville, Ill., in addition to a diploma degree in nursing from Missouri Baptist Medical Center School of Nursing in St. Louis. She has completed post-master courses at the University of Missouri/ Barnes-Jewish School of Nursing for nurse practitioner certification. She has held several roles in her professional career, including clinician, college nursing educator and administrator. She has led organizations through Department of Public Health surveys, accreditation surveys and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services validation surveys. She has overseen several multimillion-dollar construction projects over the past six years. “I am so pleased to have been awarded the opportunity to join the Marion General Hospital team and to continue in the field that has been my passion, rural healthcare,” Hilton-Siebert says. “Focusing on the healthcare needs of the community will remain a priority by ensuring that Grant County citizens have access to quality healthcare locally. After only being on the job a short time, I find myself impressed with what has been created here and look forward to working with the medical staff and all of the employees in an effort to secure a long and viable future for MGH.” Stephanie Hilton-Siebert Award Winners for Excellence in Advertising Honored for excellence in advertising, Marion General Hospital and ad agency partner Designs Group LLC of Marion received a Bronze Award in the 2015 Aster Awards competition. The Aster Awards, one of the largest national competitions of its kind, is hosted by Marketing Healthcare Today magazine and Creative Images Inc. This elite program recognizes outstanding healthcare professionals for excellence 4 in their advertising/marketing efforts. The Bronze Award was received for the We Have Hope cancer care advertising campaign, ranking in the top 16 percent out of approximately 3,000 entries from across the U.S. and several other countries. Entries competed against those from similar-size organizations in each category. Judging criteria included creativity, layout and design, functionality, message effectiveness, production quality and overall appeal. “It’s an extreme compliment for our team and partnering ad agency to be recognized by our industry and peers for a national award,” says Ann Vermilion, administrative director of medical staff services and community outreach. “Winning this award validates we produce advertising of national quality on a local level.” W IN TER 2 0 1 5 FdVVWI1562_03-5_LifeInGeneral.indd 4 9/25/15 1:20 PM Emmanuel Ndow, MGH chief information officer Linda Simpkins, NP MGH AMONG NATION’S ‘MOST WIRED’ FOR SECURITY AND PATIENT ENGAGEMENT Marion General Hospital has been named one of the 2015 Most Wired hospitals and health systems in the nation for the sixth time. As a testament to its investment in information technology (IT), MGH has won the national award in 2001, 2002, 2003, 2005 and 2009 and repeated the prestigious designation in 2015. MGH is one of only 13 technologically advanced hospitals in Indiana to receive the honor. Health-data security and patient engagement are top priorities for the nation’s hospitals, according to the results of the 17th annual HealthCare’s Most Wired survey, released by the American Hospital Association’s Health Forum and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME). The 2015 Most Wired survey and benchmarking study, in partnership with CHIME and sponsored by VMware, is a leading industry barometer measuring IT use and adoption among hospitals nationwide. The survey of more than 741 participants, representing more than 2,213 hospitals, examined how organizations are leveraging IT to improve performance for value-based healthcare in the areas of infrastructure, business and administrative management, quality and safety, and clinical integration. “We are honored to once again be named as a Most Wired hospital,” says Emmanuel Ndow, chief information officer at MGH. “The recognition validates our commitment to transform the health of our community by providing high-quality care outcomes through the strategic use of technology.” Adds Russell P. Branzell, CEO and president of CHIME: “We commend and congratulate this year’s Most Wired hospitals and their CIOs for improving care delivery and outcomes in our nation’s hospitals through their creative and revolutionary uses of technology. These Most Wired organizations represent excellence in IT leadership on the front lines of healthcare transformation.” WINTE R 2015 FdVVWI1562_03-5_LifeInGeneral.indd 5 5 9/25/15 1:20 PM Volunteer Services Volunteers Are Our Lifeblood A message from MGH Auxiliary president Dorinda Turner As I begin my second year as president of the Auxiliary, I am pleased to announce the following new members to our board: Jennie Carmichael, Joe Haynes, Diana Nusbaumer, Maggie Osborn, Loretta Sampson and Kelly Snyder. Through our monthly fundraisers this past year, we have been able to provide the hospital with over $50,000 in recliners, bassinets, folding walkers and step stools for the comfort of our customers. This will be our commitment and mission to the hospital and community as we continue to have dedicated board members Dorinda Turner give of their time and effort volunteering at all of our fundraisers. With the holidays fast approaching, be sure to check out our fundraisers, as I’m sure you will find many great gift ideas. Upcoming Fundraisers GIVE Join Our Team Call Sheila Stewart at 765-660-6410 to learn about the many volunteer opportunities available at MGH. • Oct. 27: Masquerade Jewelry 5–6: Books R Fun • Dec. 9–10: South Bend Chocolate • Nov. Humble Servants More than 250 adult volunteers donate 25,000-plus hours a year at Marion General Hospital and help the hospital offer a wide variety of services to patients. Volunteers are retirees, former patients, homemakers, husband-and-wife teams, professionals and students. These caring individuals assist MGH in providing the highest quality of healthcare to our Healthcare Community. Abishek Sehgal (left) and Bill Patuzzi assist customers at the main information desk. 6 W IN TER 2 0 1 5 FdVVWI1562_06_Volunteer.indd 6 9/25/15 1:20 PM DONATIONS MGH MEMORIAL GARDEN Honoring former MGH employees, physicians and volunteers The Marion General Hospital Memorial Garden, in the courtyard west of the cafeteria, was built in memory of former Plant Engineering Supervisor Fred Gause and made possible by a generous donation and support from the MGH Auxiliary. The garden honors MGH employees, physicians and volunteers who have passed away by displaying their names and departments on engraved bricks set around the base of a tranquil fountain. Honored as of press time are: • Gina Durben, physicians practice management • William C. Peden, volunteer • George Macaluso, volunteer • Jim Butler, volunteer • Evelyn Frances Dilley, volunteer • Dr. Keith Kucera • Dr. Frank Smyrniotis • Dr. Robert Cunningham • Dr. Henry Alderfer • Ruth Stradling, LPN, critical care unit GIVE Purchase a Memorial Brick Bricks to honor MGH employees, physicians and volunteers who have passed away can be purchased for a minimum donation of $50. Call Volunteer Services at 765-660-6410 for more information. MARION GENERAL HOSPITAL ENDOWMENT FUND Memorial Garden supporters attend a ceremony during National Hospital Week in May. This year, 129 people were honored. In 1994, the Marion General Hospital Endowment Fund was started to accept donations to support the hospital’s mission and vision for our Healthcare Community. Donations to the fund are sincerely appreciated. Call 765-662-0065 or mail to: The Marion General Hospital Endowment Fund Community Foundation of Grant County, Indiana Inc. 505 W. Third St. Marion, IN 46952 WINTE R 2015 FdVVWI1562_07_Donations.indd 7 7 9/29/15 12:05 PM EMPLOYEE EXCELLENCE Purpose Worthwhile work Making a difference FEATURED HEADLIGHTER WHO’S LIGHTING THE HALLS OF MGH? Marion General Hospital honors its employees who embrace the spirit of service excellence through its Headlighter program. Here are MGH’s most recent employees who earned the distinction. Headlighters • Joshua Hurst, radiology Moorman, RN, emergency department • Andrea Schnitz, telemetry • Lindsey 8 LINDSEY MOORMAN, RN, EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT, EXEMPLIFIES WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO EVERY DAY Lindsey showed great care and compassion for the family of a recently deceased patient. A man was in the emergency department receiving care when his wife, who had been admitted to the hospital earlier, died. Lindsey contacted the son to inform him of his father’s arrival to the ED and learned that the son had been with his mother when she passed away. Lindsey went above and beyond to arrange time for the husband to be alone with his wife at her bedside. She showed great compassion and patience for the family. She was able to stay with the husband to ensure his needs were taken care of. She provided discharge instructions to the family and updated them on the plan of care. W IN TER 2 0 1 5 FdVVWI1562_08_Excellence.indd 8 9/29/15 12:05 PM MGH NURSING Award Winners Teresa Sutton, BSN, RN Erica Jefferies, BSN, RN Providing excellent care to patients Tussha Mercer, PCA James MacKrell, MD F lorence Nightingale was a celebrated English social reformer and statistician and the founder of modern nursing. National Nurses Week begins each year on May 6 and ends on May 12, Nightingale’s birthday. One of the highlights of the celebration at Marion General Hospital is the nomination, voting and selection of the MGH Excellence in Nursing, Excellence in Nursing Leadership, Physician Friend of Nursing and Friend of Nursing award winners. These awards give nurses the opportunity to recognize peers and other staff members who support them in providing excellent care to patients. A wonderfully talented nursing workforce has always been a source of pride for Marion General Hospital. Nurses work hand in hand with others on the care team to provide high-quality, safe, compassionate, extraordinary care. Each candidate for the nursing awards must exemplify characteristics of the Magnet nursing recognition program: transformational leadership; structural empowerment; new knowledge, innovations and improvements; and exemplary professional practice. EXCELLENCE in Nursing Erica Jefferies, BSN, RN, Telemetry What her colleagues said: • Erica exemplifies the meaning of what it is to be a nurse. Her strong work WINTE R 2015 FdVVWI1562_49-51_Nursing.indd 49 49 9/25/15 1:21 PM Members of the Magnet champion team coordinate Nurses Day events at MGH. This year’s celebration of National Nurses Week (May 6–12) included a Star Wars theme, “May the Fourth be with you.” ethic is complemented by a positive attitude. Her willingness to incorporate teamwork on a daily basis ensures the success of the unit. • Erica’s strong Erica Jefferies, morals and belief in BSN, RN good patient care are proven on a daily basis. Peers look to her for guidance, motivation and resource. She is a valuable asset to the telemetry department and to MGH. • Erica’s knowledge of equipment helps eliminate unnecessary waste of products, resulting in reduced costs. She is mindful of the financial obligation the company has, so in turn she assists in proper usage and handling. She also has a willingness to educate team members when she sees improper usage. 50 • Her discipline in nursing practice is noticeable in her work ethic, which brings strength to the unit. • In between being a full-time mother, a nurse and a teacher, Erica has enrolled in a nurse practitioner program to further her education. Our community needs more nurses like Erica who are willing to improve the lives of others and define what it means to be a nurse. EXCELLENCE in Nursing Leadership Teresa Sutton, BSN, RN, Telemetry What her colleagues said: • Teresa exemTeresa Sutton, plifi es leadership BSN, RN with her ability to enlist aid and support of others to ensure proper operation of the telemetry unit. She provides direction to those who show a need or to those who ask for guidance, and she motivates staff to always give 100 percent while upholding to MGH’s standard of care to patients. • Teresa is a valuable resource and is knowledgeable in her role as unit shift manager. She keeps up to date with any changes made throughout the hospital, as well as MGH policies and procedures. She communicates among staff and has a customer-oriented personality. • Teresa’s industrious personality accompanied by her professionalism proves she is an asset to the telemetry unit. She has a keen sense of when someone is in need of help and has a willingness to lend a hand. • Teresa is involved in mission work for underdeveloped and underprivileged countries. Her knowledge and expertise is valuable for those who lack proper W IN TER 2 0 1 5 FdVVWI1562_49-51_Nursing.indd 50 9/25/15 1:21 PM MGH is very proud of the 2015 award winners, because they not only represent our Magnet model, but they also set a standard for every employee at MGH. These individuals are strong advocates for quality and best practice for our patients and our Healthcare Community. care or resources to maintain adequate health. It takes a special person to willingly reach out to others and make a difference in this world. PHYSICIAN FRIEND of Nursing James MacKrell, MD What his colleagues said: • Dr. MacKrell is always on time. James We know to be MacKrell, MD ready and waiting for him. This is huge for patient and staff satisfaction. • He is very engaged in MGH’s commitment to accreditation. He does not miss committee meetings. • Dr. MacKrell is proficient at his work. He makes procedures look easy and can tell quickly if something is not quite right. Patients feel they are important and are receiving quality care when their physician is on time. • Dr. MacKrell is thorough and timely at the bedside, but respectful. With staff, he encourages us through his occasional quizzes during procedures. He expects a high level of critical thinking from staff, but once you understand this expectation, you fi nd that you become a better nurse/ staff member. FRIEND OF Nursing Tussha Mercer, PCA What her colleagues said: • Tussha plays a critical role in Tussha patient care. She is Mercer, PCA able to manage time to guarantee the completion of tasks. From the time she clocks in to the time she clocks out, she sees to it that patients are cared for, their water is replenished, their needs are met, their pain is under control, and the cabinets are stocked. • The nurses rely on Tussha’s observations and critical thinking to ensure proper documentation of the patient’s behavior. Her can-do, will-do attitude proves she is a major contributor to the successful operation of the telemetry unit. • As a practice alliance member, Tussha is entrusted to improve the unit by listening to co-workers’ feedback. She is approachable and easy to talk to. Tussha is well-liked by many, and patients appreciate her. • Tussha’s strength and compassion for people, especially those who are ill, are evident. She is a ray of sunshine and brightens the lives of patients. I thank her for showcasing a wonderful attitude and working as hard as she does. She truly makes a difference. ■ CALL Discover More About What Magnet Means MGH is among just 7 percent of U.S. hospitals to achieve Magnet designation for quality patient care, nursing excellence and innovations in professional nursing practice. To learn more about what Magnet designation means to MGH, and what it means to you, call 765-660-6301. MGH employees enjoy Nurses Day, filled with activities, food and fun. WINTE R 2015 FdVVWI1562_49-51_Nursing.indd 51 51 9/25/15 1:21 PM Decades of D Long-service employees honored at recognition dinner BY TERRI COUSE Marion General Hospital employees with multiple years of service were honored during the annual Long Service Recognition Dinner Program at the Roseburg Event Center. The event is held during MGH’s weeklong celebration of National Hospital and Healthcare Week. The careers of employees with five through 45 years of service (in fiveyear increments) were recognized. MGH appreciates all of its longservice employees and their loyalty and thanks them for their many contributions and years of devotion to MGH. Without their dedication and the knowledge and expertise they bring to the organization, the level of care MGH provides to the Healthcare Community would not be possible. ■ Front row, from left: Patricia Townsend, Dea Wright and Margaret McNair. Back row, from left: Sally Varner, Paul L. Usher, president/CEO, and Sheila Stewart. 52 Linda Sutton BACKGROUND PHOTO BY THINKSTOCK 40 years 45 years W IN TER 2 0 1 5 FdVVWI1562_52-3_Service.indd 52 9/25/15 1:54 PM Dedication 35 years 5 Front row, from left: Mary Nelson, Debbie McClain and Patty Harrison. Back row, from left: Carolyn Smith, Paul L. Usher, president/CEO, and Jane Case. Not pictured: Melo-Dee Collins, Lynn Knight, Vickie Lada and Rebecca Lynch. 30 years BACKGROUND PHOTO BY THINKSTOCK 25 years Front row, from left: Jan Vian, Glenda Fuller, Tonya Blevins, Natelie Correll-Lowe, April Stout and Nancy Bowen. Back row, from left: Tracy Livingston, Elaine Rhetts, Suzi Cannon, Paul L. Usher, president/CEO, Linda Foust, Shelly Backs and Phyllis Wynk. Not pictured: Catherine Boggs, Sherryl Costelow, Amy Drook, Janet Fox, Stacey Houser and Vickie Siler. Janice Maynard and Paul L. Usher, president/CEO. WEBSITE Interested in a Career at MGH? Visit www.mgh.net and click the “Job Opportunities” tab to search for jobs at Marion General Hospital. WINTE R 2015 FdVVWI1562_52-3_Service.indd 53 53 9/25/15 1:55 PM Keeping Our Community Healthy MGH is leading a program to assess— and address—Grant County’s wellness needs By Kelley Hochstetler, MA, MT (ASCP), Community Education Coordinator, and Pamela G. Leslie, MSN, RN Everyone has a pattern of behavior, function and choice that contribute to his or her state of health. To plan, design and deliver effective programs for health promotion and disease prevention, these patterns must be assessed and evaluated by members of the Healthcare Community. Marion General Hospital is committed to addressing population health concerns to make our community a healthier place to live. We are responsible for leading the process and collaborating with other community health organizations to provide evidence-based care. As a notfor-profit hospital, we are mandated to complete a comprehensive community health needs assessment every three years. As a result of the community health profiles completed in 2010 and 2013, new programs have been developed by several organizations in our county. One of the new programs at MGH is the CEASE Diabetes initiative. In earlier community health profiles, results indicated that Grant County had a higher average of individuals living with diabetes compared with the rest of the state and the nation. MGH is committed to providing better care and comprehensive support to people who have diabetes. Goals include increased 54 participation in MGH’s Diabetes Self-Management Education Program, increased numbers of individuals who have regular foot examinations and increased numbers of individuals who have dilated eye exams. Indiana Wesleyan nursing students prepare to conduct the health profile out in the community. During fall 2015 and early winter social work students are providing 2016, Indiana Wesleyan University community members the opportunity nursing students are partnering with to voice their opinions and concerns the Community Outreach Department through focus groups in various townof MGH to conduct a third commuship locations. Dates and times are availnity health profile. The goal is to surable through the Chronicle-Tribune and vey approximately 10 percent of Grant County residents. Also, Indiana Wesleyan www.healthygrantcounty.net. n website Help Us Provide Better Health and Wellness Care We welcome your opinions as part of the community health profile. If you are willing to complete an electronic survey, go to www.surveymonkey.com/r/gcchprofile. W IN TER 2 0 1 5 FdVVWI1562_54-5_HealthProfile.indd 54 9/25/15 1:21 PM What the 2011 community health profile showed us about our community Social and Emotional Support • Almost 20% of respondents indicated that they “sometimes” or “rarely/never” receive the social and emotional support that they need. • There is a statistically significant relationship between receiving social and emotional support and possessing a sense of life satisfaction. • 86% of respondents were “very satisfied” or “satisfied” with their lives. • The less support respondents received, the more likely they were to indicate that they were dissatisfied with their lives. Adult Diet and Exercise • Almost 67% of participants said they consume at least one soft drink per week, and over 25% said they drink four or more per week. • Almost 75% of survey participants indicated that when going out to eat, they “sometimes” or “never” scrutinize the calories of menu items. • Over 25% of participants had no participation in physical activities (outside of their jobs) in the previous week. Youth Physical Activity • 25% of high school students indicated they participated in physical activity every day of the week, while close to 20% indicated zero days of at least 60 minutes of physical activity. • Close to 33% of students watch three hours of television or • Approximately more per day. 13% of Grant County adults have been told that they have diabetes, with approximately 5% of those individuals taking insulin. • Approximately 25% of students spend at least three hours playing video games or using the computer (not related to school work) during the average day. • Students with higher grades spent less time watching television. • Female middle school students were more likely than male students to watch less than an hour of television or spend time on the computer each day. Diabetes • Approximately 50% of Grant County adults have been tested for high blood sugar or diabetes in the three years leading up to the survey. Cigarette Use • Approximately 71% of respondents indicated that they “did not smoke at all.” • Smokers who “smoke every day” were six times more likely to have less than a high school education than they were to graduate from college. • Respondents who smoked every day were more likely than individuals who did not smoke at all to describe their health as “fair” rather than “good” or “excellent.” Self-Described General Health: 2008/2011 Grant County residents felt their health was better in 2011 than 2008 45% 40% 38.8% 35% 30% 30.0% 31.3% 32.7% 2008 26.7% 25% 2011 20% 15% 10% 16.3% 12.2% 12.0% 5% 0% Excellent Very Good Good Fair or Other WINTE R 2015 FdVVWI1562_54-5_HealthProfile.indd 55 55 9/25/15 2:05 PM Community Connections Reflections Cancer support group. Call 765-660-6555. Bariatric Support Group Support group for individuals who have had bariatric surgery or are interested in bariatric surgery, as well as those who are participating or wish to participate in medically supervised weight loss. Call 765-660-7133 for more information. Dates: Meets the third Thursday of each month (does not meet in December) Time: 6:30–8 p.m. Location: MGH 330 Building, Conference Rooms 1–2, 330 N. Wabash Ave. Community Service Car Seat Safety Events & Activities Continuous education programs/support groups Classes Support Groups Classes are offered monthly. Physician referral is required. For more information, call diabetes education at 765-660-6690. New Mom Group Diabetes Prenatal Education 56 (All support groups are free) A safe place to find support from other new and expectant mothers. Infant weight checks, feeding and nutrition, safety issues and postpartum depression are just a few of the topics covered. Refreshments available. Call 765-660-6866. Dates: Meets every Tuesday Time: 1:30–3 p.m. Location: MGH Fourth Floor, Lactation Office, 441 N. Wabash Ave. CLASS For More Information To register or learn more about our programs, please call the numbers listed or visit our website at www.mgh.net (click “Calendar/ Events/Groups”). PHOTO by thinkstock Classes provided in conjunction with Family Service Society Inc. Classes are held at various times throughout each month. Please call 765-660-7893 or visit www.mgh.net for more information. Free service for parents and caregivers for inspection, fitting and instructions on proper installation of a child car seat. (Both child and car seat must be at inspection.) Call 765-660-6860 for appointment. Date/Time: By appointment only Location: MGH Parking Garage, 441 N. Wabash Ave. n W IN TER 2 0 1 5 FdVVWI1562_56_Connections.indd 56 9/25/15 1:21 PM who we are, and where we are. 15 Kem Road HM rth No MG 9 wo od M edical Oncology a N. W edical Center bash 18W Ave. Drook Medical Center Gas City Medical Center 330 Building 22E 22E Pence-Davis Medical Center 13S Ma rion Medical Park Bella Avenue O bs tetrics & Gyn y log e co N. Baldwin / Bypass ut So h M GH ns o i t Work Solu Upland Health & Diagnostics 26E Fairmount Medical Associates Ne e d a PRAC T IT IONE R? www.mgh.net FdVVWI1562_C3.indd 3 WE WILL GET YOU IN. 660- 4(6444) 9/25/15 1:22 PM Marion General Hospital 441 N. Wabash Avenue Marion, IN 46952 Non-Profit Org. US Postage PAID Vim & Vigor Life takes HEART Specialty Services Percutaneous Coronary Angioplasty (PCI) and Stent Placement Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Insertion Cardiac Catheterization Cardiac Ablation Electrical Cardioversion at Experience MGH Cardiovascular Team 70+ Years Cardiovascular Expertise 8 Board Certifications Hicham Z. El Masry, MD James P. MacKrell, MD Christopher D. Powers, MD M. Nabi Sharif, MD Electrophysiology (EP) Study Biventricular Pacemaker or ICD Insertion finest R Pacemaker Insertion Providing the FdVVWI1562_C4.indd 4 Cardiovascular Care 9/25/15 1:22 PM
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