Volume 18, Issue No. 35 - August 24, 2009
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Volume 18, Issue No. 35 - August 24, 2009
The Queen’s T Connection HE QU EEN’ S MEDICAL CENTE R A Weekly Publication for the People of Queen’s • Vol. 18 • No. 35 • August 24, 2009 Senator & Mrs. Inouye Lend Support to Queen’s 1. 2. I It was a low key visit from high profile visitors. Back in Hawaii for his August recess, U.S. Senator Daniel K. Inouye and his wife, Irene Hirano Inouye, came to The Queen’s Medical Center to visit the Emergency Department, Queen’s Cancer Center and Women’s Health Center. Both Senator and Mrs. Inouye also supported Queen’s 150th anniversary fundraising event, “An Everlasting Legacy of Giving,” by serving as Honorary Co-Chairs. (See related story on page 3.) A standing invitation had been extended to Senator and Mrs. Inouye earlier, so when they returned to Hawaii, they took time out of their two-week stay to visit Queen’s. The Senator— who has had a longstanding interest in health care long before the current debate on reform—saw his visit as an opportunity to see firsthand some of the recent changes at Queen’s and hear directly from staff about the issues facing health care providers. 3. The first stop for Senator and Mrs. Inouye was the Queen’s Emergency Room. Staff had the opportunity to discuss with them the current issues in emergency medicine in Hawaii. The fact that the ER saw nearly 50,000 patients last fiscal year was noted, as well as Queen’s reputation of accepting all patients regardless of their ability to pay and of providing the best care. Staff members stated that as unemployment rises during the recession, increased demands on services will continue due to the loss of health insurance benefits. Doctors at the Queen’s Cancer Center 4. 1.Senator and Mrs. Inouye arrive at Queen’s. 2. A visit to the Women’s Health Center. 3. The senator and his wife tour the Emergency Room. 4. Senator Inouye with Kaye Kawahara, MD, and Clayton Chong, MD, of the Queen’s Cancer Center. discussed cancer statistics and how many cancers disproportionately affect Native Hawaiians. Physicians informed the Senator that 50 percent of cancer patients in Hawaii receive at least some part of their care at Queen’s, ranging from diagnosis (Continued on page 4.) Hula May Lead to Healthy Hearts R Rehab isn’t po1. etic and it isn’t pretty; but if your cardiac rehab happens to be hula, that’s a horse of quite a different color. Noting that hula is much more than just a physical outlet, principal investigators Todd Seto, MD, Keawe Kaholokula, PhD, co-investigator Mele Look, MBA, and Frederic Pashkow, MD, came up with the Hula Empowering Lifestyle Adaptations (HELA) Study. The fiveyear study is a joint project of QMC and The University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine and is funded by the National Institute of Health (NIH). The study is now entering its third year, following intensive research protocol and control group background work. The first class of hula students enrolled in June under the tutelage of noted kumu hula Mapuana deSilva, who also serves as the cultural consultant for the study. The study hypothesizes that hula will improve both cardiovascular health as well as quality of life. It addresses the needs of the Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander population who are statistically found to need bypass surgery at a younger age and have higher risk for obesity and diabetes than non-Hawaiians. This group also tends to be underinsured and therefore less likely to have cardiac rehabilitation referrals. Hula was proposed as an effective cultural based intervention that would be both appealing and effective to participants. The first class met three times a week for 12 weeks and graduated in June. Many plan to continue to study hula. “In preparation for our study, we spoke with many kumu,” Mele said. “Aside from being extremely positive about the outcome, they were just so knowledgeable and helpful. They gave valuable input with regard to class size and retention, as well as parameters for keeping the cultural integrity of the hula which was very important to us as well.” 2 2. Kumu deSilva brings a wealth of knowledge that goes even beyond her 30-plus years of hula expertise. Before hula took over her life, she was a physical education teacher, a background that melds well with the rehabilitative aspects of the study. “The study felt so right from the very beginning, “she said. “It is a good thing for our people, for hula, for cardiac rehabilitation. Mapuana is the kumu of award winning Halau Mohala ‘Ilima and is used to a positive reaction from the students in her halau, but was surprised by the level of response from the students in the HELA study. “They were so enthusiastic and appreciative,” she noted. “Most of the participants had no prior hula background, and yet by the end of the session, they had as much love and appreciation for hula as my long time students do. Before the Study began, I knew they would be thankful for the health benefits that could come from the class. But what made them so overwhelmingly appreciative was the unique combination of the benefits of both hula and health improvement together. Although the participants had only known each other for 12 weeks, by the end there were many tears, lei and hugs filling the room.” One of the participants commented, “I was glad to be in the class, not just 1. Kumu hula Mapuana deSilva. 2. Students at Hala Mohala ‘Ilima participated in the study as a control group before cardiac patients began rehab. for myself, but because I know that what the Study is learning will help so many others.” Another confided, “It was wonderful; I didn’t expect the class to be such a spiritual experience for me.” The daughter of a third participant wrote a thank you note that said, “From the bottom of my heart, I thank you for being so instrumental in my Mom’s recovery. The day I dropped her off for class, the spirit and aloha I felt simply from entering the room was awesome. Words can never adequately express the deep appreciation I have for you, kumu,and your team of wonderful professionals who chose my Mom to participate in this project.” The next session is now enrolling participants. Classes will start at the end of September. Participants must be at least 18 years old and have had recent cardiac surgery. The study is open to men and women. Participants may be paid up to $150 upon completion of the 12-week session. Classes will be held at Queen’s in the Women’s Health Center. Parking is validated. Contact Malia Young, RN, at 545-8768 for more information. An Everlasting Legacy of Giving A 1. 2. A 150th anniversary celebration fundraising event, “An Everlasting Legacy of Giving,” was held on August 14. U.S. Senator Daniel K. Inouye and Mrs. Irene Hirano Inouye served as Honorary Co-Chairs of the event, which was held at The Kahala Hotel & Resort. In addition to the distinguished co-chairs, the event featured Eric K. Keawe, who reflected on the exceptional care his mother, Aunty Genoa Keawe, received at Queen’s in the last stages of her life until her death in February 2008. Accompanying herself on the ukulele, Pomaika‘i Keawe Lyman, daughter of Eric and granddaughter 3. 4. 5. 6. of Aunty Genoa, moved the audience with her rendition of “For a Peaceful World,” written by Irmgard Aluli. Queen’s Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President Mark Yamakawa donated 37 glass and ceramic pieces which he created. A silent auction was held for the works of art, which were a part of the centerpiece on each table. Naleen Andrade, MD, Chair of the QHS Board of Trustees, ended the successful event by thanking the patrons and 7. 1. U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye 2. Irene Hirano Inouye. 3. Naleen Andrade, MD. 4. Eric Keawe. 5. Pomaikai Keawe Lyman. 6. Art Ushijima. 7. Noreen Mokuau, DSW, and Art with Honorary Co-Chairs. comparing them to the first subscribers of The Queen’s Hospital. “Giving to Queen’s began in the mid-1800s,” she said, “it’s not much different today.” She also recalled how the Queen devoted herself to her hospital in spite of the “crushing grief” she felt over the loss of her child and husband. Concluding, Dr. Andrade called on our Founders, King Kamehameha IV and Queen Emma, to be our guides into the future. This very successful community event was managed and led by Sharlene Tsuda, Queen’s Vice President of Community Development, and Natalie Arrell, Director of Development. There were 370 guests at the dinner, which raised more than $230,000 from table sales of $25,000, $10,000, $5,000, and $3,500. Proceeds from the event will be used to support programs and services at The Queen’s Medical Center. 3 The last of the annual System-wide Employee forums with QMC President Art Ushijima in the Kamehameha Auditorium will be held on Wednesday, August 25 at 2:30 to 3:30 pm. Reservations are not necessary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thomas J. Kane III, MD, has been named Medical Director of the Queen’s Joint Center. Dr. Kane has served as Assistant Chief of Orthopedics at QMC since 2003. Since 1993, he served as Clinical Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at the John A. Burns School of Inouyes Lend Support to Queen’s (Continued from page 1.) to treatment. The Senator was surprised to learn that the Queen’s Cancer Center offers complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), such as acupuncture and massage therapy. Both he and Mrs. Inouye were impressed with the resortBelow: Sharlene Tsuda, VP, Community Development; Darlena Chadwick, RN, VP, Patient Care; Noreen Mokuau, DSW, Chair, QMC Board of Trustees, Mark Yamakawa, COO, EVP; U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye; Art Ushijima, QHS President; Irene Hirano Inouye; and Naleen Andrade, MD, Chair, QHS Board of Trustees. 4 Medicine. He is also the founder and Director of the Joint Reconstruction Institute of the Pacific. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The new Queen’s Employee Emergency Information Line provides timely information and answers to questions on whether or not you need to report to work during an emergency, such as a natural disaster. The number is 537-7900. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Four Queen’s teams participated in the recent American Cancer Society Relay for Life at Magic Island. The 24-hour event is a major fundraiser for cancer research and prevention. The Queen’s ‘ohana received a Gold Award, given to groups raising between $5,000 $10,000 in donations. “It was a lot of work that couldn’t have been done without a team effort,” said QET 7 Oncology team captain Shawna Chong, RN. “[The] event that gave a lot of hope that we will find a way to cure cancer.” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Queens Basketball League week 10 results are: Nurses 60-DLS 37; Security 57-PT 29; QE T8DH 41-CPD/ Maint 21; OR 39-FTC 37 (OT). Visit www.theqbl.com for more information. Games start at 6:00 pm. like feel and décor of the Women’s Health Center and the range of services offered. At the fundraising event, which was held the following evening, Senator Inouye said, “Yesterday was an inspiration—I really mean that.” The Senator went on to say that he has served as honorary chair for many organizations, but it was the first time that he had been led around by people who were so exceptionally proud of their institution. “I am proud to be Chair,” he concluded, noting that Hawaii has an institution that ranks with many of the best health care centers in the U.S. Mrs. Inouye had equally kind words to share, saying that what came through strongly was the “warm spirit” of the staff and their sincere care for the patient. Sell: ’02 Econoline Ford Van: White, seats 15, 190K mi, good cond. $3,500. 537-7397. ’94 Honda Accord: 100K mi, all lthr, sn rf, a/c, auto, p/w, p/l, alarm, Alpine deck w/dtchbl face. Rns grt. $3,700 obo. 808-382-5551. ’08 Honda Accord: Silver, 10K mi, pwr everything, tint, alloy wheels. Very good cond, must see. $18,500 obo. 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