Senior Living • Healthy Recipes • Meet the Medical Staff
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Senior Living • Healthy Recipes • Meet the Medical Staff
INSIDE • Senior Living • Healthy Recipes • Meet the Medical Staff – FEATURES – I’ve been fortunate to spend more than one third of my life working in healthcare. The years have contained many challenges and certainly some difficulties. At the same time they’ve been rewarding and exhilarating. I’m grateful that I’m able to be a part of an industry that touches the lives of every single American in some way or another. I’ve noticed over the years that healthcare never stays the same. It’s always in the process of changing and redefining itself. Within Scheurer Healthcare Network we constantly observe these evolving changes as we address strategic and operational questions. We often ask ourselves how much we should invest in our facility to ensure the outstanding quality of our services will continue into an uncertain future. How to manage cost efficiencies along with the ability to grow and change are questions we constantly strive to answer. From the President’s Pen...................2 Coming Events ................................3 Customer Comments.........................3 Tasting Pleasures.............................3 Meet the Medical Staff .....................4 Pumpin’ for Life Winner ....................4 Spotlight on the Staff ......................5 Vision Center New Location...............5 How to Reach Us .............................6 Billing Bits.....................................6 Many healthcare futurists believe our current business model for the delivery of healthcare will soon become obsolete. In our current model we spend much of our time helping people address their illnesses and diseases. In other words, we strive every day to help sick people get better. In the opinion of the prognosticators, the future model will focus more on “value based” services with a strong emphasis on health and wellness. I’m confident all of us would agree that working harder to improve and maintain optimum health is a noble goal. Yet, that future model will represent a revolutionary change from the familiar model we currently nurture and promote. You can be assured that while healthcare changes and transitions are inevitable, we will always direct our efforts at keeping our services pertinent and relevant to the needs of our community friends and neighbors. You have been gracious in allowing us to serve your various medical needs over the years. We promise to do our best in serving them in the future despite the changes and challenges that lie ahead. Healthy Bites..................................7 Giving Tree.....................................8 Elkton Clinic Moves..........................8 Cardiac Rehab .................................9 BluePrints ....................................10 Scheurer Family Pharmacy - Elkton ...10 Senior Living ................................11 Medical Minute..............................12 Chili Cook-Off ...............................12 Mad Heel Dash ..............................12 President & CEO On the Cover Pictured on the cover is Long Term Care Nurse Michelle Richmond with her mother, Ivernia Schwartz, who is a Cardiac Rehabilitation patient. For more, please see page 9. pg 2 Scheurer Healthcare Network DECEMBER “I Can Cope” Cancer Support Group: Held in the Birch Room on December 4th at 1:00 pm. The group will be having their annual Christmas party. Everyone welcome at this free meeting. American Heart Association CPR: Held on December 6th in the Wilson Education Center. Choose from Healthcare Provider CPR ($40) at 1:00 pm or Heartsaver CPR ($30) at 6:00 pm. Please call to register. Pre-payment required. Caregiver Connection: This free support group is held at Country Gardens on December 13th at 12:00 noon. The group will be having their annual Christmas party. Lunch will be served. Please call Marie at (989) 453-5222 to RSVP. Reservations appreciated but not required. Everyone welcome to attend. JANUARY “I Can Cope” Cancer Support Group: Held in the Pine Room on January 8th at 1:00 pm. Everyone welcome at this free meeting. Caregiver Connection: This free support group is held at Country Gardens on January 10th at 12:00 noon. Lunch will be served. Please call Marie at (989) 453-5222 to RSVP. Reservations appreciated but not required. Everyone welcome to attend. 5222 to RSVP. Reservations appreciated but not required. Everyone welcome to attend. FEBRUARY APRIL “I Can Cope” Cancer Support Group: Held in the Pine Room on February 5th at 1:00 pm. Everyone welcome at this free meeting. Caregiver Connection: This free support group is held at Country Gardens on February 14th at 12:00 noon. Please call Marie at (989) 4535222 to RSVP. Reservations appreciated but not required. Everyone welcome to attend. “I Can Cope” Cancer Support Group: Held in the Pine Room on April 2nd at 1:00 pm. Everyone welcome at this free meeting. Scheurer Hospital Auxiliary Meeting: Held at the Scheurer Professional Center on April 8th at 1:00 pm. New members are always welcome. Caregiver Connection: This free support group is held at Country Gardens on April 11th at 12:00 noon. Please call Marie at (989) 4535222 to RSVP. Reservations appreciated but not required. Everyone welcome to attend. Health Fair: Held at the Scheurer Professional Center on April 30th from 6:00 am until 6:00 pm. Stop by (no appointment necessary) and take advantage of free health screenings. MARCH “I Can Cope” Cancer Support Group: Held in the Pine Room on March 5th at 1:00 pm. Everyone welcome at this free meeting. Children’s Wellness Adventure: This free event is held March 9th from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at Bad Axe Junior High School. Join us for a morning of fun-filled activities focusing on children’s health, safety, school readiness and well-being. Everyone welcome. Caregiver Connection: This free support group is held at Country Gardens on March 14th at 12:00 noon. Please call Marie at (989) 453- For more information on any of the events listed here or to RSVP for a program, please call (989) 453-4478. Customer Comments “Absolutely wonderful service. Quick and kind.” – Emergency Department Patient “I find all of the staff to be above average, friendly & skilled. The environment is exceptional.” – Respiratory Care Patient “I have never had a bad experience at Scheurer Hospital!” – Laboratory Patient Scheurer Healthcare Network Smiles abound at Tasting Pleasures, an annual fundraising event sponsored by the Scheurer Hospital Auxiliary. Guests enjoy samplings of local restaurants’ finest dishes, musical entertainment and lively conversation. The Auxiliary fundraises throughout the year to support a variety of projects at the Hospital. pg 3 If you’ve had a pre-employment physical within Scheurer Family Medical Center, it may have been completed by Jerry Hall, Physician Assistant (PA). Celebrating 15 years with Scheurer Hospital, Jerry handles many of the physicals for area employers, maintains a patient caseload within the clinic and provides assistance to Dr. Girgis in his urology clinic located at the Scheurer Professional Center. Jerry grew up in the Detroit area and completed his undergraduate degree from Eastern Michigan University and his PA certification from Mercy College in Detroit. Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners, commonly referred to as mid-level providers, have served an important role within healthcare organizations, especially in rural locations. Jerry and his wife, Ethel, reside in Millington and celebrated their 21st Jerry Hall, PA-C and his wife Ethel anniversary this past July. “Ethel is my best friend. We enjoy traveling throughout Michigan and spending time together and with our family.” The couple has five grown children, 15 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Jerry shared his interests are broad and he enjoys many things in his spare time. “Hobbies are my hobby,” confessed Jerry. “I am an avid birdwatcher, a Harry Potter fan, and I read and collect books on prayer, miracles and angels. I play the guitar, a little, and try to stay healthy by biking, running and watching what I eat. We’re active in our church, The Millington Church of God.” Jerry expressed appreciation for the patients he cares for along with the people he works with. “A person spends a lot of time at work and you want it to be a place you enjoy coming to each day,” noted Jerry. And the Pumpin’ for Life Winner is… Christ the King Lutheran School in Sebewaing! Pumpin’ for Life is a four-week cardiac education program taught to local sixth grade classes. Each student is given a pedometer to track their activity throughout the program. The four weeks culminate with a 20 question test. Test scores are then combined with miles walked to give each classroom a score. The winning classroom receives an all-expenses paid trip to Zehnder’s Splash Village Waterpark and lunch at The Exit Restaurant in Birch Run. The 15 students from Christ the King averaged an amazing 156.6 miles and a wonderful score of 95% on the test. This gives them a total score of 251.50. This is the highest score ever recorded for Pumpin’ for Life. Great job!! Great job! pg 4 Scheurer Healthcare Network Diane Milton joined the Scheurer Hospital team on August 5, 2002. She is a familiar face in our Rehabilitation Department as the Physical Therapy Aide or at the reception desk. In addition to greeting patients, Diane takes phone calls, handles patient scheduling, monitors the pool, changes linens, stocks laundry and wound care supplies and provides assistance to the Physical Therapists. She does whatever she can to help the department run smoothly. She enjoys the hands-on experience assisting the Physical Therapists with wound care therapy. “I like to meet patients and get to know them. It’s great to see their progress as they heal and get stronger. We all want the best for them,” said Diane. Physical Therapist Jennifer Iseler adds, “Diane is very reliable, respectful and treats patients as her own family. She does her best for our patients in all situations. I can always count on her to assist me with challenging cases. Her loyalty and service to our department are invaluable!” Diane has mutual respect and admiration for her co-workers. She added, “We believe we have the best rehab department in Huron County and I have all the confidence in them.They’re a great group to work with!” Diane Milton Diane was born in the Thumb and is a Laker graduate. She and her husband Dave have two sons. Eric is in his fourth year at Saginaw Valley State University going into teaching. Ryan is in his first year at Central Michigan University in the broadcasting program. Their family is rounded out with a cat named Kitty and dog named Keira. Even with her busy family, Diane still finds time to be active in her church, play the flute and she loves to travel. Her dream vacations on her bucket list include Alaska, Hawaii and a Carribean cruise. Thank you, Diane for being a shining employee. Scheurer Healthcare Network is proud to have you on our team! Scheurer Family Vision Center New Location We've moved down the road. Visit us at our new location in the former Community Book Store at 7484 W. Michigan Ave., Pigeon. Scheurer Healthcare Network pg 5 HOW TO REACH US Scheurer Hospital (989) 453-3223 AMBULANCE SERVICE – CALL 911 Scheurer Family Medical Center Phone: (989) 453-2141 Redi-Care Clinic (RCC): (989) 453-3223 Scheurer Professional Center Phone: (989) 453-3798 Elkton Family Medicine Phone: (989) 375-2214 Caseville Family Medicine Phone: (989) 856-3449 Sebewaing Family Medicine Phone: (989) 883-9656 New Location! Scheurer Family Vision Center Phone: (989) 453-2025 Sandy Shores Fitness & Physical Therapy Center Phone: (989) 856-3004 Sebewaing Health Center Phone: (989) 883-2617 Scheurer Hospital Rehabilitation Services Phone: (989) 453-5217 Scheurer Family Pharmacy – Caseville Phone: (989) 856-2900 Scheurer Family Pharmacy – Elkton Phone: (989) 375-2121 Scheurer Family Pharmacy – Pigeon Phone: (989) 453-2535 Scheurer Family Pharmacy – Sebewaing Phone: (989) 883-3850 Country Bay Village – A Senior Independent Living Community Phone: (989) 453-2188 Country Gardens – Assisted Living Community Phone: (989) 453-7474 Billing Bits “I went to my doctor for my yearly lab work and physical. Why did I get a bill for it? My insurance covers preventative services!” Has this ever happened to you? Have you ever had to call the Billing Department and ask why you got a bill for something that you thought your insurance should cover at 100%? A lot of insurance policies offer benefits for wellness and screening but don’t give you all the details on how you can receive them. Please realize that “100% coverage” only applies to your claim if you are receiving exactly what the insurance is describing in your policy for that benefit. To find out what you are entitled to, call your insurance company (before you have your lab work, test, mammogram, procedure, etc. done) and ask what your benefits for screening are. Tell your insurance company exactly what your doctor has ordered for you and also give them all of the diagnoses that your doctor has put on your order. Your order may contain both screening and diagnostic tests with screening and diagnostic diagnoses on it depending on what you saw your doctor for and it is important to know which test corresponds with which diagnosis. • Some insurance policies hold you to a deductible/coinsurance for these kinds of services. • Some insurance policies require you to have only a screening diagnosis on your claim. • Some require only certain types of lab work or tests to be done in order to be covered at 100%. • Some insurance policies have a $250/$500 maximum for preventative services. It is also reasonable to know that if you are having a screening procedure (such as a colonoscopy) and your doctor finds something during that procedure that he/she needs to treat at that time, your claim then turns from a screening to a diagnostic and the benefit for that usually will not be covered at 100%. Diagnostic claims are paid with your deductible and coinsurance applied to them. Getting educated about your health insurance policy and what coverage you have for screening and wellness benefits will save you a lot of misunderstandings when you receive your statement in the mail. We at Scheurer Hospital are always ready to help you with any questions you may have. Call the Billing Department at 1-800-690-9972. Long Term Care Phone: (989) 453-5220 Billing/Finance Phone: (989) 453-7301 Toll Free: (800) 690-9972 pg 6 Scheurer Healthcare Network Mandarin Orange Salad Submitted by the Nutritional Services Staff at Scheurer Hospital Ingredients 1/2 Cup Sliced Almonds 2 Tablespoons White Sugar 1 Head of Torn Romaine Lettuce 1/2 Cup Chopped Celery 6 Thinly Sliced Green Onions 2 Cans (11 oz) Mandarin Oranges (drained) Sweet-Sour Dressing 1/2 Cup Olive Oil 1 Tablespoon White Sugar 1/4 Cup Red Wine Vinegar 1 Teaspoon Chopped Parsley 1/8 Teaspoon Black Pepper Heat 2 tablespoons sugar with the almonds in saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir while sugar starts to melt and coat almonds. Stir constantly until almonds are light brown. Turn onto a plate, and cool for 10 minutes. Prepare Sweet-Sour Dressing by combining all ingredients in a tightly covered container and shake well until sugar dissolves. Refrigerate until serving. Toss almonds, dressing and remaining ingredients in large bowl. Notes: Make sure you tear the lettuce to prevent browning around edges. Do not mix together ahead of time, will become soggy. Texas “Hillbilly” Caviar Submitted by Dianne Diebel, CDM-CFPP, CNA, EMT Nutritional Services/Information Technology Ingredients 1/2 Cup Canola Oil 3/4 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar 1 Cup Sugar 1 Teaspoon Salt 1 Tablespoon Black Pepper 1 Tablespoon Water Bring above ingredients to a boil in sauce pan, pour over ingredients below. Place the following in a bowl: 1 can White Corn, drained and rinsed 1 can Black Beans, drained and rinsed 1 can Chick Peas, drained and rinsed 1/2 small Red Onion, finely diced 1 Cup diced Peppers, (I use 1/4 of each yellow, green, red, orange pepper for color) Let marinate overnight in refrigerator Serve with tortilla chips Scheurer Healthcare Network pg 7 Giving Tree - Twas the Night Before Christmas Twas the night before Christmas and all thro’ the house, Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there… I don’t know about you, but I love this familiar story. I couldn’t wait to hear it as a child. When I became a parent, I read it to my kids every year until they were able to read it to me. The excitement, the thrill, the dreaming of what Santa would leave them was almost too much for them to settle down for bed. For many families in our area this story doesn’t always bring happy memories or come with a happy ending. This is where the Giving Tree comes in. Students in the Laker School system that meet the income based needs criteria are placed on a list. All children in that family, from birth through 12th grade, are included on the list. Organizers assign a number to each family so that the family’s identity remains confidential. A card for each child on the list is created specifically for that child. It will include their size for clothing and shoes, and what they need in that area, along with items of necessity that parents feel are needed. It will also include a “wish list” created by the child. These cards are then divided between the three local businesses that are willing to find a “Santa” for each card. The businesses display the cards on a tree that make it easy for all us “Elves” to help out. So, how can you help? There are so many ways! The cards will be available on Saturday, November 24, 2012, at Thumb National Bank, Bay Port State Bank, and Scheurer Hospital. Stop in at one these three Pigeon locations and pick a card (or more!) from the tree. You then get to go shopping for this child and purchase an item or items from their list. Finally, you return the card, along with your purchase, to Thumb National Bank by December 12, 2012. If you don’t have time to shop but you still want to be part of this great cause – no problem, monetary donations are always welcome! All monies are used to purchase gifts for these children. It’s as easy as that! However, be warned, the warm, fuzzy feeling you get from helping out lasts for a long time! Through the generosity of individuals and groups in our community, these families will be able to enjoy their Night Before Christmas knowing the true meaning of Christmas exists in our Community. Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night. Elkton Clinic on the Move The former Elkton Family Medicine Clinic found a new location as Scheurer Hospital donated it to the Pigeon Historical Society. pg 8 Scheurer Healthcare Network Recently in Cardiac Rehabilitation there was a unique occurrence. Four mothers of four employees here at Scheurer Hospital were attending cardiac rehabilitation at the same time. This unusual circumstance prompted us to be reminded of the significance of women and heart disease. Cardiac Rehab is a very important and underutilized tool for women with heart disease, especially since heart disease is the number one cause of death among women. Each of these mothers was referred to Cardiac Rehab by their physician, after they had a recent cardiac event. These events can include coronary artery bypass, valve replacement/repair, stent placement or a heart attack. 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A cardiac rehab program helps individuals to increase their quality of Source: S tatistics life after a cardiac event through exercise. compiled Statistics fro ; Nationa Programs are uniquely designed for each l Heart L m the National Ce Heart Ass u n ng and B ociation; lood Insti ter on Health HANES II individual and the progression is based on tu te; Ameri I and the can World He what each patient can handle. art Fede ration Education is also offered while in Cardiac Rehab. The emphasis of the education program is on a healthy lifestyle and ways that individuals can adapt into a heart healthy lifestyle. It focuses on the heart disease risk factors; risk factors are anything that would pre-dispose a person to a certain disease. The risk factors for heart disease are divided into two categories, which are controllable and uncontrollable. The risk factors that can’t be controlled are: age, gender, race, previous heart attack or stroke and family history of heart disease. Risk factors that can be controlled are: high blood pressure, smoking, high cholesterol, obesity, lack of physical activity, unhealthy diet and diabetes. While in Cardiac Rehab these women and all patients receive explanation, education and support for their risk factors. Scheurer Healthcare Network Pictured from left to right, Ivernia Schwartz and Long Term Care Nurse Michelle Richmond, Inez Buchholz and Diagnostic Imaging Staff Technologist Kim Delpiere, Physical Therapy Assistant Lori Wisenbaugh and Janet Dufty and Clinic Coordinator Jeff Snider and Mary Snider. pg 9 As of the end of October, construction has been completed for Phase 1 of the Acute Care renovations. The Acute Care Department is now able to occupy the new addition and updated space and the staff are in the transition of moving equipment into the new unit and setting everything up. This new area has 17 beds (9 private beds and 4 semi-private beds). nurses to stay closer to the patients. Nurses, physicians and pharmacists can complete their documentation right next to the patient at the bedside or right outside of their room. Medications, clean linens and heart monitors are also located in the alcoves so the nurses do not have far to go to retrieve or view these items. The pediatric room now has an observation window right next to the new nurses’ station for close monitoring of our smallest patients. The pediatric room also has a glider rocker for new parents to snuggle in close with their little ones. The new renovations also include an upgraded wireless call system. When a patient activates their call light, their nurse will be notified by a hand-held telephone that the nurse carries with them. This allows the nurse to answer the patient’s concerns much more quickly and efficiently. Each new patient room has a gorgeous tile bathroom and most rooms have a private shower. There are nursing alcoves throughout the unit to allow the Stay tuned for further updates as Phase 2 and Phase 3 of the Acute Care renovations continue to progress. We are excited to announce the opening of a fourth Scheurer Family Pharmacy! The new pharmacy is located in the Elkton Family Medicine building in downtown Elkton. Although the pharmacy is located in the clinic building, it is open to ALL patients and customers, regardless of who their family physician is. training and education to patients and family members, over-the-counter medicines and vitamins, first-aid and diabetic equipment and supplies and Durable Medical Equipment (such as crutches and walkers) the Elkton pharmacy has all of your needs covered. Scheurer Family Pharmacy - Elkton Scheurer Family Pharmacy – Elkton has a large array of products and services to offer customers. From Hours: 00 am - 5:30 pm Monday - Friday 9: pm; om 12:30 to 1:00 fr h nc lu r fo ed os Cl ed s and Holidays: Clos Saturdays, Sunday 2121 Phone: (989) 375- ilroad Street, Elkton Location: 4970 Ra ilding Family Medicine bu Inside the Elkton ts and customers Open to all patien pg 10 Angela Ankney, Pharm.D., Janelle Wiederhold, CPhT and Alisha Rosen, Pharm.D. are standing by to fill your prescriptions and answer your questions. Scheurer Healthcare Network Worried about winter? Stay in a fullyfurnished apartment at CBV or CB until the snow clears! Your senior years are meant to be golden and within Scheurer Healthcare Network’s senior living services, we take this expression seriously. Consider enjoying your senior years stress-free of home maintenance, available transportation services, convenient access to healthcare and personal assistance to meet your needs. Cindy Wagner, daughter of Vince and Joyce Smith, discovered the fun involved in making a festive-looking hat during the Cheeseburger Festival held in Caseville. Dwight Gascho, President & CEO of Scheurer Healthcare Network, delighted residents and staff of Country Gardens with rides in his 1930 Ford Model A. Jane Pobanz and her mother, Millie Rosenthal, reminisce during the car show held by the Ohio Indiana Chapter of the Veterans Motor Car Club of America. Country Bay Village residents and staff take advantage of visiting one of the many beautiful sites in the Thumb area. Ruby Damm, pictured with her daughter Pam Sturm, take time to pose for the camera as they celebrate Ruby’s 85th birthday. COUNTRY BAY VILLAGE COUNTRY GARDENS LONG TERM CARE A Senior Independent Living Community 161 Country Bay Drive, Pigeon (989) 453-2188 An Assisted Living Community 203 North Caseville Road, Pigeon (989) 453-7474 170 North Caseville Road, Pigeon (989) 453-5220 Scheurer Healthcare Network pg 11 Medical Minute – What is Eczema? Eczema is a skin condition that makes your skin itchy and flaky. Another term for eczema is atopic dermatitis, a recurring skin condition that is not easy to treat. Symptoms of eczema are intense itching, redness, small bumps or skin that flakes off or forms scales. Most people with eczema have their first symptoms before they turn five. Eczema looks different in people based on age. In babies, eczema tends to affect the front of the arms and legs, cheeks or scalp. In older children and adults, eczema often affects the back of the neck, elbow creases and backs of knees. Adults can also get it on their face, wrists, hands and forearms. How To Treat Eczema While there is no test for eczema, physicians can determine you have eczema by looking at your skin and asking a few questions. Unfortunately there is no "magic bullet" for treating eczema. Treatment depends on the patient's condition. The first step for effective treatment is to identify the cause. There are many things you can do to reduce symptoms: avoid being too hot or sweating too much, Chili Cook-Off avoid dry air, minimize stress and worry, avoid harsh soaps or cleaning products, avoid perfumes and often wool or synthetic fabrics (like polyester) will cause eczema "flare ups." The most important treatment for eczema is hydration. Take daily but short baths. The American Osteopathic College of Dermatology (AOCD) also recommends topical steroids (for example, 1% hydrocortisone cream) which can be helpful to treat the inflammation and itching caused by eczema. However, topical steroids should not be used more than twice a day. Long-term use can cause thinning of the skin, depigmentation and acne-like symptoms. Oral steroids can sometimes be used; however, only at the discretion of the physician. In severe eczema cases, characterized by yellow crusts or pus developing in affected areas, staph infection may be present. In such a case, a doctor will likely treat you with antibiotics. The AOCD recommends that topical antibiotics like Neosporin should not be used as it may worsen the skin's condition. It is always important not to self diagnosis conditions. Consult a physician for a proper treatment plan. Mad Heel Dash Kent Shetler measures participant Greg Foy’s heel before Thumb National Bank’s Mad Heel Dash fundraiser for breast cancer. Dr. Scott Reiter and Dr. Ross Ramsey prepare to serve their “Pepperoni Soup” during the Chili/Soup Cook-Off fundraiser for the Laker Junior Class. The soup won Judge’s Choice. pg 12 Scheurer Healthcare Network