• Senior Living • Healthy Bites • Swing Bed Care

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INSIDE
• Senior Living
• Healthy Bites
• Swing Bed Care
– FEATURES –
From the President’s Pen...................2
I vividly remember the tears in my
grandfather’s eyes as he stood in his
driveway and took one last look at the
home he was preparing to leave. With
the encouragement of their children,
my grandparents had agreed to move to a retirement center in Goshen,
Indiana where they could receive the care they both badly needed at
that time in their lives. It was the responsibility of my parents to drive
them to their new home and I will not forget my sense of sadness as I
watched their car back out of the driveway to begin the five hour
journey to Indiana.
More than a decade later the phone rang in my office where I was
immersed in my new responsibilities as President and CEO of Scheurer
Hospital. It was an old college friend who in the course of our
conversation asked if the hospital had ever considered providing elder
care services in this small rural community.
That conversation led to an astonishing series of events that resulted
in the creation of the independent living facility we know as Country
Bay Village. After months of planning and preparation, ground was
broken in the summer of 1993 and in May of 1994 the first residents
began moving into the sparkling new facility. Since that time nearly
250 residents have made Country Bay Village their home.
Our commitment to elder care services expanded in April of 2003 when
the doors were opened to Country Gardens, our Assisted Living Facility.
Then in 2005 a spacious new Long Term Care wing was added to the
hospital which replaced the outdated nursing home unit that had been
constructed in 1971. Between those three facilities we now have 100
apartments available to serve the needs of seniors who are such an
important part of our community.
Coming Events ................................3
Check us Out ..................................3
Meet the Medical Staff .....................4
Relay for Life..................................4
Spotlight on the Staff ......................5
Medical Minute ...............................5
How to Reach Us .............................6
Billing Bits.....................................6
Auxiliary Style Show ........................6
Healthy Bites..................................7
Looking Ahead................................7
Persistent Swelling ..........................8
Swing Bed Care Available..................8
Patient Sidebar ...............................9
Trama Simulation Training...............10
Open House Celebration..................11
In May of this year we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Country Bay
Village but in a sense it is a larger celebration. We can now celebrate
the reality that so many of our loved ones can receive the care they
need in the community they’ve known as home all of their lives. It’s a
reality worthy of celebration.
Sincerely,
Dwight Gascho, President & CEO
Scheurer Healthcare Network
pg 2
Scheurer Fit ..................................12
Patient Centered Medical Home ........12
On the Cover
Drs. Ross Ramsey and Paul Scaddan work
on a simulation mannequin during a
trauma exercise training. Scheurer
Hospital’s Team is continually learning
and training to provide the best care to
our patients.
APRIL
American Heart Association First Aid & CPR
Classes: Held on April 1st in the Wilson
Education Center. Choose from Healthcare
Provider CPR ($40) at 8:00 am, Heartsaver
CPR ($20) at 1:00 pm or Heartsaver First
Aid ($20) at 6:00 pm. Pre-registration and
pre-payment required. Register online at
www.scheurer.org.
“I Can Cope” Cancer Support Group: Held in
the Pine Room on April 1st at 1:00 pm.
Chaplain/Pastor Tom Beachy will discuss “A
Spiritual Journey of Cancer.” Everyone
welcome at this free meeting.
Senior Program: Seniors and their families
are welcome to join us at Country Bay
Village on April 1st at 2:00 pm for “The
Word on GERD” presented by Dr. Laurey
Hanselman of Scheurer Family Medical
Center. Refreshments served. Please call to
register for this free program.
Scheurer Hospital Auxiliary Meeting: Held at
the Scheurer Professional Center at 1:30
pm on April 7th. New members welcome.
Village on April 8th at 2:00 pm for “Say
What? When to Get a Hearing Screening
and Other Updates” presented by Danielle
Messing, HIS of AccuQuest Hearing Center.
Refreshments served. Please call to
Caregiver Connection: This free support
group is held at Country Gardens on April
10th at 12:00 noon. There will be a panel
discussion on “Senior Daycare & Caregiver
Respite.” Lunch will be served. Please call
(989) 453-5222 to RSVP. Reservations
appreciated but not required. Everyone
welcome to attend.
Village on April 15th at 2:00 pm for “Savvy
Senior Stretching” presented by Personal
Trainer Kathleen Laignel. Refreshments
served. Please call to register for this free
program.
Scheurer Train 5k Training Program
Registration: Get registered and get moving
with our 10-week 5k training program. Get
weekly tips and encouragement.
Registration runs April 21st – May 2nd. Call
or stop by Community Relations to sign up.
Program begins May 5th.
Village on April 22nd at 2:00 pm for “Humor
as you Age – It’s no Laughing Matter”
presented by Clinical Psychologist Trevor
Grice of List Psychological Services.
Refreshments served. Please call to
Health Fair: Held at the Scheurer
Professional Center on April 29th from 7:00
am until 6:00 pm. Stop by (no appointment
necessary) and take advantage of free
health screenings. See Looking Ahead on
page 7 for more details.
MAY
American Heart Association CPR Classes:
Held on May 1st in the Wilson Education
Center. Choose from Healthcare Provider
CPR ($40) at 1:00 pm or Heartsaver CPR
($20) at 6:00 pm. Pre-registration and prepayment required. Register online at
www.scheurer.org.
pm on May 5th. New members welcome.
the Pine Room on May 6th at 1:00 pm.
Kristen Rifenbark, MSA, CPHRM will be
talking about “Improving Communication
with your Physician.” Everyone welcome at
this free meeting.
Scheurer Hospital Auxiliary Spring Luncheon
& Style Show: Held on May 7th at 12:00 pm
at the Pigeon VFW Hall. Tickets are $15 and
sell out quickly, so be sure to get yours
soon! Please call for tickets or more
information.
group is held at Country Gardens on May
8th at 12:00 noon. Dr. Trevor Grice of List
Psychological Services will discuss “The
Emotional side of Caregiving.” Lunch will
be served. Please call (989) 453-5222 to
RSVP. Reservations appreciated but not
required. Everyone welcome to attend.
JUNE
pm on June 2nd. New members welcome.
the Pine Room on June 3rd at 1:00 pm.
The group will be designing luminaries for
Relay for Life. Everyone welcome at this
free meeting.
American Heart Association CPR Classes:
Held on June 10th in the Wilson Education
Center. Choose from Healthcare Provider
CPR ($40) at 8:00 am or Heartsaver CPR
($20) at 1:00 pm. Pre-registration and
pre-payment required. Register online at
www.scheurer.org.
group is held at Country Gardens on June
12th at 12:00 noon. Pharmacist Angela
Ankney will discuss “Medications and Older
Adults.” Lunch will be served. Please call
(989) 453-5222 to RSVP. Reservations
appreciated but not required. Everyone
welcome to attend.
Babysitter Training: Held on June 17th in
the Wilson Education Center at Scheurer
Hospital from 8:00 am until 3:00 pm. Youth
ages 11-14 are invited to join us to polish
their childcare skills. Cost is $25. Preregistration and pre-payment required.
Register online at www.scheurer.org.
Relay for Life: Join the Scheurer Healthcare
Network team on June 28th and 29th at the
Bad Axe City Park. This 24-hour fundraising
event begins at 10:00 am on June 28th. If
you’d like to join our team or donate,
please give us a call!
For more information on any of the
events listed here or to RSVP for a
program, please call (989) 453-4478.
Check us Out!
We're excited to share our new video featuring job opportunities available at Scheurer Healthcare Network.
Visit the home page of www.scheurer.org to view what SHN has to offer!
pg 3
the Intensive Care Unit and Operating Room,” notes
Sherrie as she reflects on her nursing career. “I worked as
a nurse for 15 years and wanted to further my education. I
discovered a Physician Assistant program for nurses at the
University of North Dakota’s School of Medicine and
graduated in 1999.”
Sherrie began working for Scheurer Hospital in April 2008
and is thrilled to be working at the Elkton Family Medicine
Clinic. “I love the Thumb area and love practicing in Elkton
with Dr. Ramsey. The people are wonderful and truly
appreciate the commitment Scheurer has made to the
community with the new clinic and pharmacy.”
Dr. Ross Ramsey shares, “Patients love Sherrie’s ability to
care for them with great compassion. She always puts the
patient first in her daily practice.”
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Born near London, Ontario, Sherrie Hernisey became a
United States citizen in 1993.
“I came to the United States in 1988 sponsored as a
Registered Nurse by Saginaw General Hospital to work in
Sherrie and her husband, Gregg, have been married for 17
years and reside near Caseville. Gregg is also employed
with Scheurer Hospital as a Certified Registered Nurse
Anesthetist. The couple has two children, Steven and Caty.
In addition to working at the Elkton Family Medicine
Clinic, Sherrie occasionally works in the Redi-Care Clinic at
Scheurer Family Medical Center. To schedule an
appointment with Sherrie, contact Elkton Family Medicine
at (989) 375-2214.
Scheurer Healthcare Network Relay for Life Team
Scheurer Healthcare Network is committed to joining the fight against
cancer by sponsoring a team for the American Cancer Society Relay
For Life of Huron County again this year. This one-of-a-kind
fundraising event will take place Saturday, June 28, 2014
beginning at 10 am and ending Sunday, June 29, 2014 at 10 am at
the Bad Axe City Park.
Last year’s Relay For Life of Huron County friends and families raised
$88,040 to support your American Cancer Society’s research, education,
patient support and advocacy efforts. This year our goal is to meet or
exceed our 2013 efforts. For more information or to donate to the SHN Team,
please contact Mary Beth at (989) 453-4498.
pg 4
Jodi Williamson joined the Scheurer Healthcare Network team on November
30, 2007. She came with 20 years experience working in Human Resources
and is our Payroll & Benefits Coordinator. She is in charge of making sure
employees are paid accurately. Jodi works closely with the staff and
administration to prepare payroll, direct payroll deductions to proper
channels, supervise medical leave documentation and coordinate employer
benefits.
She maintains her caring smile as she multitasks throughout the day. Jodi
enjoys the diversity of her job from keeping employee records accurate to
monitoring IRS regulations. She adds, “I look forward to meeting employees
and being able to put faces to names. I’m here to help them understand the
payroll policies, their benefits or help with other HR concerns they have.”
Her supervisor, Greg Foy, adds, “Jodi has strong communication skills to
answer questions regarding payroll, employee benefits and address other
issues that employees may have. She is organized, professional and a good
problem solver.”
Jodi Williamson
Jodi is a true Sebewaing gal! She was born and raised there, graduated
college, then returned to marry and raise her family there. She and her
husband Jeff will celebrate their 29th anniversary in May. They have 2 daughters, Jillian and Jennifer, who are both in
college, and son Isaiah is in the 8th grade.
Jodi prefers a simple life, spending time with family and friends, reading, walking with Jeff and going to Isaiah’s
basketball and baseball games. Her sweet tooth enjoys flavored tootsie rolls and brownies. Her dream vacations one day
include Hawaii and a Caribbean Cruise (or anyplace warm). Jodi has been active in her church and especially faithful to
the Preschool Sunday School program for 35 years.
Thank you, Jodi, for being a shining employee. Scheurer Healthcare Network is proud to have you on
our team!
Medical Minute - Preventative Medicine
Preventative medicine seems to be the latest buzzword in healthcare these
days. However, it is very important when it comes to looking forward in your life
and planning the future. Ultimately, none of us want to get older and not live a
productive, healthy life. The concept of preventative medicine encompasses the
tenets of this ideal so that we can indeed be productive and happy well into our
80s, 90s and beyond. Insurance companies have embraced the idea of
preventative medicine for their constituents because it is good medicine. This
approach to healthcare works toward identifying and preventing serious medical
problems. The preventative approach identifies and controls risk factors for
diseases before they can contribute to disease progression, such as controlling
blood glucose levels in diabetes or lipid levels in heart disease. Everyone needs
to be proactive and patient centered in their approach to their own health and
find out what preventive tests are necessary at their age to help them reach
their ultimate health goals of living a long, productive and healthy life.
Laurey Hanselman, DO
pg 5
HOW TO REACH US
PIGEON LOCATIONS
Country Bay Village – A Senior
Independent Living Community:
(989) 453-2188
Country Gardens – Assisted Living
Community: (989) 453-7474
Scheurer Family Medical Center:
(989) 453-2141
Redi-Care Clinic (RCC): (989) 453-3223
Scheurer Family Pharmacy – Pigeon:
(989) 453-2535
Scheurer Family Vision Center:
(989) 453-2025
Scheurer Hospital: (989) 453-3223
Scheurer Hospital Long Term Care:
(989) 453-5248
Scheurer Hospital Rehabilitation
Services: (989) 453-5217
Scheurer Professional Center:
(989) 453-3798
SH Fiscal Services & Billing, SHN
Finance: (989) 453-7301
Toll Free: (800) 690-9972
SEBEWAING LOCATIONS
Scheurer Family Pharmacy –
Sebewaing: (989) 883-3850
Sebewaing Family Medicine:
(989) 883-9656
Sebewaing Health Center:
(989) 883-2617
ELKTON LOCATIONS
Elkton Family Medicine: (989) 375-2214
Scheurer Family Pharmacy – Elkton:
(989) 375-2121
Billing Bits
Do We Participate with your Insurance Plan?
With all the new changes in healthcare it has become necessary to find out
if your doctor and/or hospital participates with the health plan that you
are choosing to purchase. Scheurer Hospital contracts with many insurance
companies and we continue to move forward with other products as they
become available to us. Here is a listing of the plans that Scheurer Hospital
currently participates with:
MEDICARE
Traditional Medicare
BCBSM Medicare Advantage
Humana ChoiceCare Medicare
Aetna Medicare
BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF MICHIGAN
BCBSM Traditional and PPO
BCBSM Federal
Blue Care Network HMO
MEDICAID
Michigan Medicaid
United Healthcare Community Plan (HMO)
Meridian Health Plan (HMO)
McLaren MI Child (Eff. 4-1-14)
COMMERCIAL
Aetna
ASR Health Benefits
CIGNA/MultiPlan
Cofinity
Curanet
HCAP
Health Alliance Plan EPA & POS
HealthPlus of MI HMO & PPO
Humana
Priority Health
TriCare
TriCare for Life
Workman’s Compensation
No matter what type of healthcare you need or who your doctor is, you
should be sure to check with them before you purchase your health
insurance plan to see if they participate. We at Scheurer Hospital stand
ready to offer you excellent care and service to meet all of your healthcare
needs!
CASEVILLE LOCATIONS
Caseville Family Medicine:
(989) 856-3449
Sandy Shores Fitness & Physical
Therapy Center: (989) 856-3004
Scheurer Family Pharmacy – Caseville:
(989) 856-2900
Are you ready for 2014 Fashion?
The Scheurer Hospital Auxiliary Style Show planning is already in full swing,
and 2014 is shaping up to be a great year for fashion trends! If you’re looking
to pick up a few tips to help jazz up your wardrobe, then be sure to snag some
tickets (just $15 each) for the 2014 Auxiliary Style Show. This year’s event will
be held on Wednesday, May 7th at 12:00 noon at the Pigeon VFW Hall. Enjoy a
delicious luncheon, catered by K & K Catering, as well as a sneak peek at the
latest and greatest in clothing, accessories and eye wear.
For tickets or for more information, please call Scheurer Hospital at
(989) 453-3223.
pg 6
Morning Glory Muffins
Ingredients
2 C. all-purpose flour
1 C. white sugar
2 tsp baking soda
2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
2 (generous) cups of grated carrots
1/2 C. pecans or walnuts
1 apple peeled, grated
2 snack size cups applesauce
2/3 C. canola oil
3 eggs
2 tsp vanilla
Mix the first 5 ingredients. Stir in the carrots, nuts and apple. In
a separate bowl beat the eggs, oil and vanilla. Stir into flour
mixture until batter is just combined. Spoon into well-greased
muffin cups. Bake at 350º for 18-20 minutes. Makes 22-24
muffins.
Nurse Practitioner Brenda
Kretzschmer displays her
tasty Morning Glory
Muffins.
Looking Ahead
SHN’s Annual Health Fair is almost here! This year the Health Fair will be held Tuesday, April 29th from 7:00 am
to 6:00 pm at the Scheurer Professional Center.
You may have heard that the Affordable Care Act covers many of the same screenings we offer at our Health Fair.
Some of these screenings may be covered at 100%, without a co-pay or deductible. To know for sure, please
contact your insurance company using the number on the back of your card. If you are interested in more
information on the Affordable Care Act, please visit www.healthcare.gov.
Because a number of people may still find themselves uninsured, SHN has elected to offer the free Health Fair in
2014. We will continue to evaluate the changes that the Affordable Care Act brings to healthcare as we plan our
2015 health events.
The following screenings will be offered:
• Breast Exam
• Mammogram
• Skin Cancer Screening
• Driver’s Reaction Timer
• Glaucoma Pressure Check
• Eye Glasses Adjustment
• Body Mass Index
• Blood Pressure
• Bone Density
• Pulse Oximetry
• Heart Rate
• Grip Strength
• Massage
• Ear Wax Check
• Hearing Screening
• Hemoglobin A1c
• Total Cholesterol
• HDL & LDL
• Triglycerides
The Breast Exam and Mammogram are for women ages 40-64 who qualify. To see if you qualify, please call the
Huron County Health Department at (989) 269-9721.
For more information on the Health Fair, call (989) 453-4478. We hope to see you there!
pg 7
Problems with Persistent Swelling?
Initially, you may notice swelling in your hand or foot. A ring may seem tighter or shoes may fit more
snugly. You may sense a feeling of heaviness, stiffness and pain. In severe cases you may notice
thickening of skin, hardening of the limb, leakage of lymph and massive swelling. Do not
ignore even the slightest amount of swelling – seek medical attention.
Unusual or persistent swelling in an extremity should always be evaluated
by a physician.
Why does this happen?
All of us produce proteins in the tissues of our bodies. Usually these proteins,
along with excess cells and water are carried away by our circulatory or
lymphatic systems. If these systems are damaged, the proteins, cells and
water begin accumulating in the body’s soft tissue, which results in swelling
of a body part. The swelling is called lymphedema and most often affects
the extremities and abdomen.
Although lymphedema is a chronic condition, with proper care and treatment,
it can be managed.
Treatment for lymphedema
At Scheurer Hospital, we use a treatment called Complete Decongestive
Therapy, or CDT. This is a non-invasive treatment program to help patients
manage lymphedema.
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Therapy for edema and lymphedema requires a physician’s written referral. Once you have a physician referral for
therapy, contact Scheurer Hospital Rehabilitation Services at (989) 453-5217.
Scheurer Hospital Offers Swing Bed Care
When patients reach the point in their recovery that
acute care is no longer necessary, but they are not
ready to leave the hospital, they can be evaluated to
see if they qualify for the Swing Bed Care program.
The Swing Bed Care program at Scheurer Hospital
can provide that skilled, follow-up care that is
necessary for some patients to reach their optimal
recovery. Even if the original hospitalization
occurred elsewhere, patients may still qualify for the
Swing Bed Care program at Scheurer Hospital.
During their stay, patients receive daily skilled
services, along with activities and education
designed to meet their unique needs.
The length of a patient’s stay depends on their
progress. Medicare covers 100% of the first 20 days,
and 80% of days 21 through 100. Most private
insurance includes benefits for skilled care.
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Some of the services qualifying for Swing
Bed Care include:
• Physical Therapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Respiratory Therapy
• Recreational Therapy
• Medical Nutrition Therapy
• Wound Care
• IV Therapy
• Skilled Nursing Care
• Joint Replacement Rehab
• Stroke Rehabilitation
If you are interested in learning more about this
program, we welcome the chance to talk to you.
Please call us at (989) 453-5244 and we’d be happy
to answer your questions.
Patient Sidebar:
ER vs.
REDI-CARE CLINIC
vs.
Family Doctor
What you need to know about the differences between ER, Redi-Care Clinic and your Family Doctor.
ER
QUALITY
Redi-Care Clinic
Family Doctor
Quality is placed first, regardless of where the patient is located
CONDITIONS
Severe and lifethreatening conditions:
Chest pain, sudden or
severe pain, abdominal
pain, difficulty
breathing, signs of
stroke, severe breathing,
a head injury or any
other type of major
trauma
Non-emergent care
when your family
physician is not
available such as:
abrasions, cough or
cold, diarrhea, minor
burns, simple sutures,
minor sprains, rashes,
joint pain, vomiting,
urinary tract infections,
ear or throat pain or
Tetanus (Tdap) shots
Non-emergency care for
acute illnesses or
chronic conditions and
preventative and well
check visits
TIME
Patients are seen based
on the severity of their
conditions; can be
unpredictable
Patients are seen on a
first-come, first-served
cost basis; more
predictable
Patients can choose a
date and time that
works best for them; the
most predictable
HOURS
Open 24/7
Nights, weekends and
holidays
Normal business hours;
may have same day
appointments
PROXIMITY TO A
PHARMACY
Within the hospital
building
Within the hospital
building
Your home town
(Caseville, Elkton,
Pigeon and Sebewaing)
Associated with higher
costs and usually higher
co-pays
Associated with lower
costs and usually the
same co-pay as seeing
your family doctor
COST
Associated with lower
costs and co-pay
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Scheurer Selected for Trauma Simulation Training
The staff at Scheurer Hospital were one of four hospitals
in the state of Michigan to be selected to take part in a
trauma simulation with the Michigan State University
Learning and Assessment Center. This fantastic program
enabled doctors and nurses, along with staff from the
Lab, Diagnostic Imaging, Respiratory Therapy and
Registration and many others to work together. The
simulation was an excellent opportunity for the hospital
to practice and learn how
ER Nurse Angela works on the mannequin as staff from Diagnostic
Imaging and Respiratory Therapy stand ready to do their parts.
condition. The simulation quickly converted to a real
event. After he was stabilized at Scheurer, he was flown
to another hospital for further treatment. He states that
he is doing well now thanks to Scheurer’s team catching
the problem right away, making the right decisions at the
right time and providing the actor with the appropriate
medications. We are all grateful for a positive outcome!
Respiratory Therapists Karen and Sheila assist Dr. Scaddan in
intubating the mannequin.
to communicate effectively in a very fast-paced, stressful
trauma, without all of the pressure of having a real
person’s life on the line.
The trauma situation involved mannequins and one live,
medically trained actor. The mannequins allowed the staff
to perform invasive procedures, such as inserting chest
tubes and stabilizing leg fractures. The real actor allowed
the simulation to feel more like the real thing. Staff were
able to interact with the actor in much the same way
that they would a real patient.
As it turns out, while the doctors, nurses and therapists
were performing non-invasive procedures on the actor,
they discovered that he truly had a life-threatening
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Diagnostic Imaging Staff Kayla and Karen begin their procedures to
take an x-ray of the mannequin on the ER bed..
The construction of Country Bay was an
impressive sight to watch in 1993.
This aerial photo showcases the complete complex
of Country Bay Village, which consists of 40
apartments and 11 duplexes.
Country Bay resident Brad Gilbert has traveled the
world visiting over 40 countries during his service
in WWII or with his late wife, Dorothy. Brad has
called Country Bay his home for 16 years and
encourages seniors to stop in for a visit!
pg 11
Scheurer Fit Challenge
Scheurer Fit Challenge is a new program that began in February to help 60
contestants lose weight, increase their physical activity and live a healthier lifestyle.
Working in teams of six, participants monitor their food intake and physical activity
daily and earn points for doing so. Points can also be earned for things like
attending educational seminars, taking part in fitness classes and keeping
appointments with the Registered Dietitian and Fitness Coach.
Scheurer Healthcare Network’s very own employee Carleen Giddings has agreed to
share her journey as a Scheurer Fit Challenge participant.
Carleen decided to she want to join Scheurer Fit Challenge to work with fellow
teammates to lose weight and stay fit. She not only hopes to lose 20 pounds and keep
it off, but ensure that her clothes are fitting “comfy.”
For Carleen, the most important benefit of joining the program and being a part of a
team is the support from your teammates. Together you can discuss food, exercise and
share each other’s enthusiasm. She also states, “Each person is rewarded with points
based on workout minutes and not their ability.”
One obstacle Carleen didn’t expect to face in this program thus far was following a
healthy food plan which includes carbohydrates counting. Though one of Carleen’s
toughest obstacles, she has stuck with this food plan and can definitely see the plan’s
benefits already. “It seems like following the carb eating plan helps me feel less hungry.”
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fitness routines, is paying off. She’s already lost six pounds and has logged nearly 1,000 minutes of exercise.
Despite the occasional challenges, Carleen’s personal mantra keeps her going. “Be happy, healthy and fit,” says Giddings.
“I have the discipline to define myself, no matter how long it takes.”
Watch for more information on Carleen’s transformation in the Summer 2014 magazine. We’ll update you on her progress
and share her secrets for success.
Patient Centered Medical Home
Scheurer Hospital is working diligently to ensure our patients receive the quality care they've come to expect.
As such our clinics are in the process of becoming Patient Centered Medical Homes (PCMH). A PCMH is a trusting
partnership between a doctor led healthcare team and an informed patient. The ultimate goal is to help patients
reach their health goals of living longer, productive and healthy lives. The process includes an agreement between
the doctor and the patient that acknowledges the role of each in a total healthcare program.
The health team will:
• Ask you what your goals are, or what you want to do to improve your health.
• Remind you when tests are due so that you can receive the best quality care.
• Ask you to have blood tests done before your visit so that the doctor has results at your visit.
• Explore methods to care for you better, including ways to help you care for yourself.
The patient will help by:
• Tell us about your needs and concerns.
• Take part in planning your care and following through with it.
• Tell us what medications you are taking and ask for a refill at your office visit when needed.
• Let us know when you see other doctors and what medications they put you on or change.
• Learn about your insurance so that you know what it covers.
• Keep your appointments as scheduled, or call and let us know when you cannot.
• Give us feedback so we can improve our services.
We look forward to continuing our relationship with our patients and we see a bright future in the
management of your care.
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