Your healthy-living magazine

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WINTER 2010
Your healthy-living magazine
READ HER STORY: Dog-walking is much easier for Shelene
Anderson since she lost 80 pounds after gastric bypass surgery.
Learn more about weight-loss possibilities starting on page 10.
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Stephen L. Mansfield, PhD, FACHE
President and CEO
Patient satisfaction is one of the many reasons
for you and your doctor to choose Methodist Mansfield Medical
Center for your well-being. Our dedicated team of experts has
recently received the 2009/2010 Outstanding Patient
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us among the top 10% in the nation for exemplary
service. That means you and your family receive
some of the most elite health care in the country,
right here at home. Come see how Methodist
Mansfield is making health care shine.
Laura Irvine, FACHE
President, Methodist Mansfield Medical Center
Kathleen Beathard, APR
Vice President, Public Relations and Marketing
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Public Relations Specialist
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Public Relations Specialist
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Contents
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Ready for the
holidays?
Shop till you drop at the
Holly Days fundraiser
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Winter 2010
Cold or flu?
Shedding some light
on the symptoms
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Stay in the game
Avoid sports injuries with
advice from Jeff McDaniel, MD
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Look your best
Check out Methodist Mansfield's
cosmetic procedures and
weight-loss options
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In an emergency
Methodist Mansfield is the right
place for the right care
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2 roads to weight loss
Let Methodist help you reach
a healthy weight
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You don’t have to throw out your healthy diet to enjoy the
holiday season and maintain your weight.
The American Dietetic Association (ADA) suggests
these four smart steps for the season:
w Eat small, lower-calorie meals during the day so you can
enjoy some of your favorite holiday party foods.
w Drink water at gatherings.
w If you’re the host, serve some low-calorie foods such as
raw vegetables and fruits.
w Include physical activity in your holiday plans.
For more on healthy holiday eating, visit the ADA website
at www.eatright.org.
It’s an emergency
Methodist
Mansfield
Medical Center
is prepared to
handle your
emergencies.
Read one
woman’s story
on page 8.
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In a medical emergency, should you call for an ambulance or
drive to the nearest hospital?
That may not always be an easy question, so what do the
experts in emergency medicine say? Here’s what the American
College of Emergency Physicians recommends.
Faced with an emergency situation, ask yourself the
following questions. If you answer yes to any of them, call 911.
w Could the condition be life-threatening? (Think chest pain;
difficulty breathing; uncontrolled bleeding; or sudden,
severe pain, for example.)
w Could the condition get worse and become life-threatening
on the way to the hospital?
w Could moving the person to the car cause further injury?
w Could paramedic skills or emergency equipment be
needed?
w Could distance or traffic conditions delay getting to the
hospital?
Still not sure? When in doubt, call for an ambulance. Give
your name, the address, the phone number you’re calling
from, and the specific location of the person in need (such as
“upstairs in the bedroom”). Try to stay calm and describe the
emergency. Stay on the line until the dispatcher says you can
hang up.
If you decide it’s okay to drive, take the fastest route to the
nearest emergency room. You can be transferred to another
hospital later if necessary.
Now is the time
Open enrollment lets you choose the best health plan for you
info For a list of insurance plans
accepted at Methodist, visit www.
MethodistHealthSystem.org/Insurance.
Here it comes again — open enrollment.
It’s your once-a-year opportunity to
make changes to your health insurance
plan, health savings account, or flexible
spending account.
The key word here is opportunity. If
your current health plan isn’t affiliated
with Methodist Health System, now is
the time to sign up for one that is. By
selecting a plan that includes Methodist
Health System, you can take advantage of:
w The latest medical technology.
w Top-rated services that exceed
national quality averages for surgery,
heart attack, and pneumonia care.
w Advanced cardiac care — Methodist
is dedicated to providing exceptional
heart care to the community with some
of the highest-quality patient care.
w A specialized medical team that will
always treat you as an individual and a
partner in your health care decisions.
If you’re already with a health
plan affiliated with Methodist Health
System, congratulations. For you, open
enrollment means reviewing your health
needs and adjusting your coverage or
contributions if needed.
Sick and tired: Do you have a cold? Or could it be the flu?
You feel lousy. But do your symptoms
indicate a cold, or are you coming down
with the flu?
The answer to that question may
be important — because if you have
the flu, you could see your doctor for
medication. Prescription flu drugs
(called antivirals) are available that can
reduce the amount of time that you’re
sick. They may also reduce the risk for
potentially dangerous complications
from the flu, such as pneumonia. These
drugs are most effective if given within
the first 48 hours after developing
flu symptoms.
Use this chart to help figure out
what’s ailing you.
Symptom
Cold
Flu
Fever
Rare
Usual, 100 to
102 degrees; may
be higher, especially
in young children;
lasts 3 to 4 days
Headache
Rare
Common
General aches, pains
Slight
Usual, often severe
Fatigue, weakness
Sometimes
Usual, lasts up
to 3 weeks
Exhaustion
Never
Usual, at the beginning
of the illness
Stuffy nose
Common
Sometimes
Sneezing
Usual
Sometimes
Sore throat
Common
Sometimes
Chest discomfort
Mild to moderate
Common
Cough
Common, hacking
Common, can
become severe
Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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Sports medicine ▸
Stay in the game
It’s your season to shine: Avoid sports injuries
Playing sports has countless
If you have a sports injury,
there’s a winning team to help at
Methodist Family Health Centers.
What’s new
in Midlothian
The Methodist Family Health Center –
Midlothian has grown to offer more
space and the services of an additional
physician. With more than 6,000 square
feet, the expanded facility now houses
a more comfortable waiting room and
larger exam rooms.
Whether you need primary and
preventive care or treatment for a
chronic condition, both Mary Welp,
MD, and Donna Shannon, MD, can
keep you feeling great inside and
out. The Midlothian Methodist Family
Health Center is conveniently located
at 2230 Bryan Place, Suite 200.
To schedule an appointment, call
972-775‑4132. Most insurance plans
are accepted.
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benefits, including strengthening your
heart, controlling weight, and enhancing
flexibility. But along with the benefits
comes the possibility of injury.
Whether you play sports for fun or
train every day, athletes can prevent
common sports injuries with a few
tips from sports medicine primary
care physician Jeff McDaniel, MD, an
independently practicing physician at
the Methodist Family Health Center –
Lake Prairie. As a team physician he has
helped numerous athletes get back in the
game — and stay there.
“You can’t modify your anatomy, but
you can prevent injuries by strengthening
and conditioning your body with certain
stretches and agility drills for your sport,
rather than expecting your sport to get
your body into shape,” Dr. McDaniel
says. “Many injuries, including sprains
and strains, stress fractures, tendonitis,
and joint problems, are often caused by
repetitive overuse of various parts of
the body.”
Listen to your body
Be sure to stop any activity at the first
sign of pain or discomfort. Warning
signs that let you know it’s time to see your
doctor are:
ww Swelling around the joints during or
after play
ww A very painful joint
ww Pain that does not go away 30 minutes
to one hour after you stop playing
ww The development of weakness in your
joints.
It’s important to have an accurate
diagnosis early for the best treatment
and recovery.
Stuck on the sidelines?
Regardless of the sport you play,
Methodist Family Health Centers can get
you back into the game if you’re injured.
info Methodist Family Health Centers
are open Monday through Friday from
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 972-522-0691 or
visit www.MethodistHealthSystem.org/
FamilyHealth.
Methodist Family Health Centers
Methodist Family Health Centers offer general family and preventive medicine
close to home. More information can be found at www.MethodistHealthSystem.org/
FamilyHealth.
◂ Healthy weight
Middle management
How to avoid a supersized waistline
You
might remember how many pints
are in a quart or how many ounces are
in a pound. But how many servings are
in a portion?
When it comes to restaurant food,
packaged food, and even food served at
home, portion sizes seem to be growing.
Not surprisingly, so are our waistlines.
In fact, food portions served in
this country have never been bigger,
according to the American Institute for
Cancer Research. And the more food
we’re served, the more we eat, which
leads to weight gain and an increased
risk of heart disease, diabetes, and
some cancers.
Portions vs. servings
Just so we’re clear: A portion is the
amount of food you eat. A serving is a
measured amount of food or drink. Your
normal portion may equal two or three
standard servings.
Making sure you’re eating the right
amount can be a little tricky at first. Here
are some ways to visualize what makes
up an appropriate serving size:
Read how
Dr. Georgekutty
has helped
Barbara and Mel
Creason achieve
a healthier
lifestyle
on page 12.
ww A
serving of meat is 3 ounces — about
the size of a deck of cards.
ww A serving of cheese is 1.5 ounces —
about the size of three dominoes.
ww A serving of peanut butter is
2 tablespoons — about the size of a
pingpong ball.
ww A serving of most vegetables is
½ cup — about the size of half
a baseball.
Downsized dining
It’s easy to eat too much, especially when
you’re eating out.
To cut portions down to size:
ww Eat an appetizer as your meal.
ww Split your meal with a friend.
ww Eat slowly, and savor your food.
Nancy Georgekutty, MD
Ready to look
your best?
Methodist Mansfield Medical Group
can help your physical beauty shine,
whether you’re seeking medically
supervised cosmetic procedures or
weight-loss options.
Nancy Georgekutty, MD, an
independently practicing, boardcertified family medicine physician
with Methodist Mansfield Medical
Group, will help you determine what’s
best for you. Botox®, Juvéderm® XC, or
Latissé® can help you attain a more
youthful glow by freshening your
complexion and smoothing wrinkles.
In addition, the Methodist To Life!™
weight-loss program is personally
customized to help you shed excess
weight with lifestyle changes. The
program is also under the direction of
Dr. Georgekutty, a specialist in weight
loss. Encouraging and motivating
patients every step of the way, she
helps them gain a sense of well-being.
The Methodist Mansfield Medical
Group provides primary and preventive
care at 2800 E. Broad St., Suite 318. For
questions or to make an appointment,
call 817-473-7184.
Methodist Family Health Centers and Medical Groups are owned
and operated by MedHealth and are staffed by independently
practicing physicians who are employees of MedHealth. The
physicians and staff who provide services at these sites are not
employees of Methodist Health System or Methodist Mansfield
Medical Center.
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‘HAPPY TO HAVE
OUR MOM BACK’
Grand Prairie resident
Mary Smartt is feeling
better and is back to
playing bridge with her
two daughters, Jeannie
Allen and Sharan
Barrett, thanks to the
care she received at
Methodist Mansfield
Medical Center.
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center
The right place
for emergency care
When Mary Smartt was moving from Canton to Grand
Prairie, she became very ill. She had difficulty talking,
swallowing, and breathing, as well as blurred vision and facial
paralysis. Her two daughters, Jeannie Allen and Sharan Barrett,
drove her to the emergency department (ED) at Methodist
Mansfield Medical Center.
Upon arrival in the ED, a nurse immediately brought Smartt
a wheelchair and helped the daughters get their mom into the
triage area for an examination.
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“After seeing her condition, they began examining her and
caring for our mother as if she were their own,” Barrett says.
“Jeannie and I were very nervous, because we thought we were
losing our mom, but the caring attitude of the nurse set our minds
at rest. She took the time to thoroughly explain the care they were
giving Mom, answering all of our questions and reassuring us
they would do everything they could to get her well again.”
The ED team at Methodist Mansfield performed multiple
tests on Smartt, including an electrocardiogram, MRI and CT
scans, and a blood work analysis. Afterward, the attending
physician, Rizwan Shah, MD, an independently practicing
neurologist on the medical staff at Methodist Mansfield, met
with the family and said Smartt had myasthenia gravis and a
fractured jaw.
The right treatment
Myasthenia gravis is a neuromuscular disorder characterized by
variable weakness of voluntary muscles, which often improves
with rest and worsens with activity, Dr. Shah explains.
“The condition is often caused by an abnormal immune
response and treated with plasmapheresis,” he says.
Smartt’s other doctor, Ashfaq Siddiqui, MD, an independently
practicing general surgeon on the medical staff at Methodist
Mansfield, began this very procedure, a process in which blood
plasma containing antibodies against the body are removed and
replaced with fluids free of antibodies.
“I underwent treatment and began to regain my sight, my
speech improved, and I was able to swallow,” Smartt says.
Smartt continued treatments until she was strong enough to
undergo surgery with Douglas Sinn, DDS (an independently
practicing oral and maxillofacial surgeon on the medical staff at
Methodist Mansfield), who reset her jaw.
“It’s been a long 2½ months, but I am getting stronger and
feel so much better,” Smartt says. “I don’t think I would have
been able to attend my grandson’s wedding if it weren’t for the
doctors and nurses at Methodist Mansfield. I walked Kenni
down the aisle without my walker — I wouldn’t have been able
to do that before.”
The right results
Smartt’s daughters are also thrilled with their mother’s progress.
“We feel like we’ve got our mom back now that she has been
diagnosed correctly,” Allen says. “She’s able to do so much more
than she has in the last 48 months. She’s able to attend church,
go out to lunch, and play bridge with us, and that’s something
she hasn’t been able to do in a long time.”
Barrett is also impressed with the outcome — and with the
care her mother received.
“The hospital staff never mentioned her age when diagnosing
or treating her,” she says. “Whether she’s 26 or 86, we had the
right hospital with the right doctors at the right time. You can’t
imagine the difference it has made. We are so happy to have our
mom back.”
The right hospital
A few weeks ago Allen also found herself in the ED, where
she was seen by Stephanie Quarles, MD, an independently
practicing emergency medicine physician on the medical staff
at Methodist Mansfield. Allen says Dr. Quarles recognized her
and asked about her mother.
“She’s one in a million,” Allen says of Dr. Quarles. “And it was
a nice feeling to be remembered and get the same excellent care
that our mother experienced 2½ months ago.
“When we need care, we know to go to Methodist Mansfield,”
Allen continues. “You are going to get compassionate care, the
correct diagnosis, and be in good hands. All of my family’s
doctors are now at Methodist.”
info For more information about the ED and services at Methodist
Mansfield, visit www.MethodistHealthSystem.org/Emergency.
Texas law prohibits hospitals from practicing medicine. The physicians on the Methodist Health
System medical staff are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Methodist
Health System.
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estination
D
Weight Loss City
The journey to weight loss can have its fair share of detours,
roadblocks, and stalls — not to mention the challenge of deciding
which route to take: bariatric surgery or lifestyle changes or
both. In these pages, you’ll read how Methodist Mansfield
Medical Center is helping people reach their weightloss destinations, and you’ll discover new ways
to get going on your own journey.
ROUTE 1 Weight-loss surgery
Shelene Anderson was a specialist in
signal intelligence in the Army, but once she
experienced two broken legs and became partially
disabled, her whole world started to slow down.
“The military stopped making me run, and
walking wasn’t burning the calories,” Ms. Anderson
says. “Slowly I packed on the pounds.
“I wasn’t myself, and the depression, high
blood pressure, acid reflux, and high blood sugar
began to take over my life.”
A surgical solution
As a teacher at 260 pounds, Anderson decided
everything had to change. She talked to her
primary care physician, Judith Werner, DO, an independently
practicing family medicine physician on the medical staff at
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, and began to research
weight-loss surgery. Anderson had also witnessed her aunt’s
transformation after bariatric surgery and decided that she
wanted to look and feel as good.
Anderson underwent successful Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
surgery at Methodist Mansfield. With this type of surgery,
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the surgeon reconfigures the digestive system
to bypass the lower stomach and upper small
intestine. He makes the stomach smaller by
using surgical staples to create a pouch in the
upper portion of the stomach and connects the
smaller stomach to the second portion of the
small intestine, bypassing most of the stomach
and the upper portion of the small intestine.
Typically, bariatric surgery is recommended
for people who have a body mass index (BMI)
above 40 with at least 80 to 100 pounds to
lose or who have a BMI above 35 with other
weight-related medical conditions, says Tammy
Beaumont, BSN, RN, BC, CBN, director of the
Methodist Weight Management Institute. Almost immediately the
surgery seems to change patients’ metabolisms. These metabolic
changes also help improve glucose control and promote weight
loss by reducing hunger and boosting feelings of fullness.
Reaping the rewards
Anderson says she is thrilled with the results, but her first week
after the surgery was tough.
ON THE MOVE AGAIN:
Thanks to Methodist
Weight Management
Institute, Shelene
Anderson can now
enjoy walking dogs at
Katherine Rose Park
and volunteering
at Hillcrest Animal
Rescue.
“I wondered, What did I just do to myself?” she says. “I was
in pain, and I still wanted to eat, but I couldn’t. I’d tell myself,
‘I’m a soldier. I can handle this. It’s not that big of a deal.’ After a
few weeks, I didn’t think those thoughts anymore. As I healed,
the pain went away, and I would have the surgery again today.”
Nearly a year after her surgery, Anderson’s life is back on
track. She has lost 80 pounds and is still getting thinner as she
approaches her ideal weight.
“I feel so much better about myself,” Anderson says. “It’s so
much easier to do things now, like getting the mail, shopping
or going to the grocery store, and not being embarrassed about
how big you are or how you’re perceived by others. People treat
me nicer, and my clothes are more stylish. I can now wear fun
prints and flirty skirts and look fashionable.”
The health benefits also abound for Anderson. Not only has
she stopped having acid reflux and diabetic symptoms, but her
cholesterol levels and blood pressure are back to normal.
Life after weight loss
“I get lots of compliments now from my students and family,”
Anderson says. “They tell me I’m beautiful, and that means a
lot. I’m more confident now and a stronger person physically
and mentally.
“I’m not looking back, and I tell others to stop thinking about
weight-loss surgery and just do it. It’s definitely something you
won’t regret.”
info If you would like to attend a free weight-loss workshop
to learn how the Methodist Weight Management Institute can
help you lose weight and gain health, call 866-500-1852, e-mail
[email protected], or visit www.MethodistHealthSystem.org/
WeightLoss.
Texas law prohibits hospitals from practicing medicine. The physicians on the Methodist Health
System medical staff are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Methodist
Health System or Methodist Mansfield Medical Center.
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ROUTE 2 Methodist To Life!
TM
As their 30th anniversary
approaches, couple feels
‘younger and more invigorated’
Hoping to be thinner by the New
Year and their 30th wedding anniversary,
Barbara Creason and her husband, Mel,
are on a weight-loss journey together.
A GREAT TEAM: Barbara and Mel
Both needed to lose weight, and
Creason swim together every morning
Ms. Creason had struggled with the lack
and evening to help trim down.
of results, plateaus, and other weight-loss
dilemmas. She talked to her husband,
and the couple began the Methodist To Life!™ lifestyle change
transformation in my life — that includes feeling younger and
weight-loss program.
more invigorated.”
“I was constantly on diets, losing weight, and then gaining
A new way of life
it back and getting discouraged,” Ms. Creason says. “Then I
started thinking about our 30th anniversary and the possibility
Since starting Methodist To Life!, the Creasons have started
of being mother of the groom within a few years.
modifying their recipes to make them healthier, for example,
“I learned about the Methodist To Life! program, and I liked it
using only small amounts of oil and water for stir-fry and
because it emphasizes that weight loss takes time,
replacing potatoes with fresh vegetables.
To learn more
patience, and a total body-mind-spirit approach.
“We also grill more often and plan meals a
I talked Mel into attending the initial workshop
week in advance to stay on a healthy track,”
about the
with me, and I was hooked.
Ms. Creason says.
Methodist Weight
“I am learning how to read food labels and
“Since May I have lost more than 10 percent
Management
cook tasty, low-calorie meals. We have both
of my original weight, and I am feeling the
increased our exercise while creating a healthier
Institute’s services, benefits,” she says. “I sleep more soundly,
body and mind.”
have more energy, and my pain from arthritis
go to www.Methodist has vanished.
Staying motivated
HealthSystem.org/
“I am less than halfway to where I want to be.
Ms. Creason’s doctor, Nancy Georgekutty, MD,
I don’t feel like I’m on a diet, and I will continue
WeightLoss.
a board-certified family medicine physician
until I reach my goal.”
specializing in weight loss on the staff at the Methodist
And as her 30th wedding anniversary approaches,
Mansfield Medical Group, is helping her with encouragement,
Ms. Creason has much to celebrate — and to look forward to.
motivation, and education about how to lose weight. Ms. Creason
“I can’t wait to slip into a new dress several sizes smaller
also enjoys the opportunity to attend weekly support group
for my anniversary,” she says. “I’m also looking forward to
meetings with other experts in dietetics and exercise.
chasing my future grandchildren around in years to come
“Dr. Georgekutty is supportive during my visits and
and having fun.
“My advice to others is don’t go on a diet — start the
understands my frustrations with weight loss,” she says.
Methodist
To Life! program today. Make small changes that
“She helped me design my own weight-loss plan, helped
lead
to
weight
loss and a healthy, more enjoyable life.”
me to log my daily calories, and offers me suggestions. It’s a
Methodist Family Health Centers and Medical Groups are owned and operated by MedHealth and are staffed by independently practicing physicians who are employees of MedHealth. The physicians
and staff who provide services at these sites are not employees of Methodist Health System or Methodist Mansfield Medical Center. Texas law prohibits hospitals from practicing medicine. The physicians
on the Methodist Health System medical staff are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Methodist Health System or Methodist Mansfield Medical Center.
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With cooler weather arriving, it’s time
to step outdoors and enjoy a walk for
your health. Walking not only improves
your blood flow, it’s great for your peace
of mind.
From the historical Indian red bluffs
near Hardy Allmon Park, Mansfield
has a cross section of trails for anyone.
Trailheads are located at Town Park,
Katherine Rose Park, Hardy Allmon Park,
James McKnight Park West, and James
McKnight Park East. So grab a friend,
and step outside for a brisk walk or run.
Photo by John P., onemansblog.com
A walk
in the park
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F Health fair at
Cowboys Stadium!
Saturday, Dec. 11
Come join Methodist Health System for free health screenings and education
at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington on Saturday, Dec. 11, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., in
partnership with the Dallas Cowboys.
The first 1,000 people to sign up will get a free tour of the stadium and a variety of
health screenings.
For more information and to register, visit
www.DallasCowboys.com/HealthEvent.
THE SCENIC ROUTE: The historical red
bluffs located near Hardy Allmon Park
were once used by Indians to overlook
the area.
Do you know your way around a food label?
Take this quick quiz to see how
prepared you are to make healthy
food selections. (And no peeking at
the answers!)
1 True or false: If a package of food
is small, it likely contains only
one serving.
1 False. Many packages contain more than
one serving. This is especially important to note
because the nutrition facts on a label are based on
only one serving. If a small bag of chips contains
two servings, munching down too many could
double your fat or calorie intake.
2 False. Be sure to look at both fat and calories on
the food label.
2 True or false: Fat-free on a label
means the food is also calorie-free.
3 True or false: A food is considered
low in saturated and trans fats as
well as cholesterol when it has a
% Daily Value of 5 percent or less.
THE GREAT OUTDOORS: The Walnut
Creek Linear Park trail meanders for
nearly two miles along a wooded
creekside through five parks. Enjoy
bird watching, scenic overlooks, and
wildflower areas.
Answers:
4 True or false: Sodium levels
are important to check on food
labels, especially if you have a
heart condition.
5 True or false: For all parts of a food
label, the lower the value the better.
3 True. It’s not necessary to cut all fats out of your
diet, but you want to favor foods with low values of
these particular ones. Also look for good fats such
as monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats.
4 True. Sodium, or salt, has been linked to high
blood pressure. Choose foods low in sodium.
5 False. Vitamins, iron, and other nutrients are the
good stuff, and you want to look for foods with
many of these and in high amounts (a % Daily
Value of 20 percent or more).
Sources: American Dietetic Association; U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services
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commUnity ▸
BETTER CARE FOR BABIES:
President Laura Irvine accepts a $37,177
check from Connie Trail, Methodist
Mansfield Auxiliary president, at the
general meeting. The funds will be
used for the neonatal intensive care
unit. Since 2006, the Auxiliary has
given more than $120,000 to the
hospital.
HELPING HEARTS:
Chief Nursing Officer Jeanne Reeves,
along with Operating Room Director
Shelley Cook, accepts a $20,000
check from Mansfield Women’s
Club President Genie Hermann for
the cardiac care unit at Methodist
Mansfield Medical Center. Club
members raised the funds from their
annual Yellow Rose Charity Fest. Since
2006, the club has given more than
$105,000 to the hospital.
CUDDLY GIFTS: Members of the British Women’s Club
recently partnered with St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church
Boy Scout Troop 43 and Cub Scout Pack 43 to donate more
than 72 Webkinz™ stuffed animals to Methodist Mansfield
Medical Center. The small stuffed animals will be used to
comfort young patients at the hospital.
GIVING FROM THE HEART: Dennis Lauterbach Jr. of Midlothian and his daughter,
Liana, gathered more than 150 new toys for children at Methodist Mansfield Medical
Center. Shown delivering the toys are Lauterbach (center) and his father, Dennis
Lauterbach Sr. (left), along with police officer Greg Olson.
A HEALTHY START: Methodist Mansfield Medical Center
and the Methodist Charlton Medical Center Midlothian
Imaging Center hosted more than 7,000 riders for a healthy
breakfast and sponsored the Bike Around Midlothian event.
BIGGER AND BETTER: Methodist
Mansfield Medical Center President
Laura Irvine is joined by state Rep. Chris
Turner, Mansfield Chamber of Commerce
President Lucretia Mills, and community
leaders to cut a ribbon celebrating
the hospital’s $37 million expansion.
The expansion doubled the size of the
emergency department and added eight
intensive care unit treatment rooms
and 36 telemetry patient rooms on the
fourth floor.
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Methodist
Hospital
for Surgery*
Methodist
McKinney
Hospital*
We’re in your neighborhood
Medical centers
Methodist Dallas
Medical Center
1441 N. Beckley Ave.
Dallas, TX 75203
214-947-8181
Methodist Charlton
Medical Center
3500 W. Wheatland Road
Dallas, TX 75237
214-947-7777
➓
Methodist Mansfield
Medical Center
2700 E. Broad St.
Mansfield, TX 76063
682-622-2000
Methodist Richardson
Medical Center
401 W. Campbell Road
Richardson, TX 75080
972-498-4000
➎
Methodist Richardson
Medical Center Bush/Renner
2831 E. President George Bush
Highway (at Renner Road)
Richardson, TX 75082
469-726-6700
➍
Methodist Rehabilitation
Hospital*
Dallas, TX 75237
972-708-8600
➒
➐
➑
➏
*
➌
➋
Methodist McKinney Hospital*
8000 W. Eldorado Parkway
McKinney, TX 75070
972-569-4500
Methodist Hospital for Surgery*
17101 Dallas Parkway
Dallas, TX 75001
469-248-3900
➊
Methodist Family Health Centers and Medical Groups
➍ South Grand Prairie
➊ Midlothian
➐ Lake Prairie
2230 Bryan Place, Suite 200
(near Plain view and Walnut
Grove roads)
Midlothian, TX 75065
972-775-4132
➋
Cedar Hill West
326 Cooper St.
Cedar Hill, TX 75104
972-291-7863
➌ Cedar Hill East
950 E. Belt Line Road, Suite 100
Cedar Hill, TX 75104
972-291-7863
4116 S. Carrier Parkway,
Suite 250
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
972-263-5272
➎ Central Grand Prairie
820 S. Carrier Parkway
972-262-1425
➏ Methodist Mansfield
Medical Group
2800 E. Broad St., Suite 318
Mansfield, TX 76063
817-473-7184
Lake Prairie Towne Crossing
5224 S. State Highway 360,
Suite 230
(in Super Target/The Home
Depot shopping center)
972-522-0691
➑ Charlton Medical Group
Physicians Office Building II,
Suite 340
Dallas, TX 75237
972-780-1796
➒ Kessler Park
1222 N. Bishop Ave., Suite 300
Dallas, TX 75208
214-941-1353
➓ Methodist Uptown
Medical Group
3000 Blackburn St., Suite 130
(in The Mondrian building)
Dallas, TX 75204
214-599-8624
Other Facilities
➊ Methodist Charlton
Medical Center
Midlothian Imaging Center
2210 Bryan Place (near Plainview
and Walnut Grove roads)
Midlothian, TX 76065
972-775-7410
*Methodist Rehabilitation Hospital, Methodist McKinney Hospital, and
Methodist Hospital for Surgery in Addison are independent, legal entities
separate from Methodist Health System and Methodist Hospitals of Dallas.
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My doctor recommended weight loss.
I had everything to gain at Methodist.
A thinner, healthier you is within reach at the Methodist Weight Management
Institute at Methodist Mansfield Medical Center. We have all of the tools to help
you succeed with your weight-loss journey including lifestyle-change management
and weight-loss surgery. Our surgical program offers expert, minimally invasive
laparoscopic options, including gastric banding, bypass, and sleeve, to help show
you all you have to gain by losing weight.
Weigh all of your weight-loss options at these free workshops:
Conference Rooms A and B
2700 E. Broad Street, Mansfield, TX 76063
Saturday, Nov. 20, 10 a.m. – noon
Saturday, Dec. 4, 10 a.m. – noon
Register today at 866-500-1852 or visit
www.MethodistHealthSystem.org/WeightLossWorkshops
Texas law prohibits hospitals from practicing medicine. The physicians on the medical staff at Methodist Mansfield Medical Center are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Methodist Health System.

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