Turn a New Leaf in - Citrus Valley Health Partners

Fall 2015
elevations
Seniors Staying Healthy
CVIP Senior Select Wellness Program
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Getting Back on Track
Rehabilitation Services
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Advancing Women’s Health
Minimally Invasive Surgical Options
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Turn a New Leaf in
Your Health
IN HEALTH
Welcome to
Elevations
Magazine.
CVHP is dedicated and guided
by our mission: to help people
keep well in body, mind and
spirit by providing quality
health care services in a safe,
compassionate environment. Our mission
remains strong and our commitment to our
community even stronger.
We exist to take care of you, whether within
one of our hospitals, at home through our
home health or hospice services or through
our many programs that aim to keep you
healthy. We have developed programs
to help manage disease before hospital
services are ever needed.
Taking care of our community begins with
providing access to education, prevention,
health screenings and clinics to help manage
chronic diseases, such as diabetes. In
addition to being your hospitals of choice,
we want to be your resource for health and
wellness needs.
Throughout this issue you will learn more
about the special programs and the many
events planned. Maintaining your good
health and the health of your family, friends
and neighbors is our mission. I hope you
enjoy this edition of Elevations and invite you
to visit www.cvhp.org to learn more.
In good health,
Robert H. Curry
President & CEO
Citrus Valley Health Partners
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Rewarding YOU
for staying healthy
If you’re like most active adults, staying healthy is a top priority. In fact, taking
care of your health is the most important thing you can do.
Citrus Valley Independent Physicians wants to make it simple for you to stay
healthy. That’s why the group created Senior Select Wellness, a membership
program for those 65 and older. Senior Select Wellness rewards members
for taking simple steps to maintain and improve their health. Through your
Passport to Wellness, you can stay on top of when to see your doctor for
important screenings and prevention visits.
In between visits, you can attend free classes and events that also earn you
points and aim to keep you healthy. Members are invited to monthly health
screenings and our annual flu clinics. They also receive discounts in the
cafeterias and gift shops at Queen of the Valley Hospital, Foothill Presbyterian
Hospital and Inter-Community Hospital. And just for joining, Senior Select
Wellness members will receive a free first aid kit!
Passport to Wellness Rewards
How do you earn points? It’s easy! For every wellness visit you keep with
your physician, you earn five points. These are visits you may be making
already, such as your Annual Wellness Exam, a mammogram or prostate
cancer screening, and vaccinations for flu or pneumonia. After each visit, your
physician will stamp your passport and you have peace of mind knowing that
you’ve done something to stay healthy— and you’ve earned points for doing it!
What can you “buy” with all the points you earn? Everyday useful items you
can use around the house, the latest electronic devices, gift cards and more.
Members also receive a 10% discount in the cafeterias and gift shops at Queen
of the Valley Hospital, Foothill Presbyterian Hospital and Inter-Community
Hospital by showing their Passport to Wellness.
All this for simply taking care of your health? Yes. It’s rewarding to “select
wellness!”
If you are interested in learning more about
Senior Select Wellness, please call (626) 814-2509
or go online at www.cviphealth.com.
Want to find the right Medicare
plan for you?
Attend a free “Medicare 101” class to learn more about
your options. Call (888) 456-2847 to register.
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Attend a
Free Men’s
Prostate
Health
Event
R.E.S.T.O.R.E.
Rehabilitation Event Supporting Therapy
Outcomes, Recovery & Education
Know Your Stats • Presented by Dr. John Lee
Thursday, Sept. 17 • 6-7:30 p.m.
Queen of the Valley Hospital – Oakwood Room
1115 S. Sunset Ave., West Covina, CA
Space is limited. To register, please call (888) 456-2847.
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
5-7:30 PM
The TCU at Inter-Community:
taking care of you
One of the best parts of being in a hospital is getting ready
A multidisciplinary team, made up of physicians, nurses,
to leave it.
therapists, case managers and dietitians, is involved in
A Transitional Care Unit can bridge the gap between
the hospital’s acute care setting and the patient’s home,
allowing for a smooth transition.
At Inter-Community Hospital in Covina, the goal of the
Transitional Care Unit is to maximize the patient’s quality
of life and to help the patient transition out of the hospital.
Residents (patients in the TCU) may be discharged home
from the TCU or transition to another level of care for
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every resident’s continuity of care. The team assesses each
resident and will plan, initiate and coordinate a plan of
care to meet the individual needs and goals of the resident,
family and caregivers.
Presented by Dr. John Lindberg
Queen of the Valley Hospital
Oakwood Room
Free
skilled need, medical status and discharge plan.
They collaborate with referral sources regarding
recommendations in order for patients to meet
Admission Criteria. The Transitional Care Unit is
just one of the many Rehabilitation Services offered
at CVHP. For more information about the TCU
Skilled nursing services are provided and include: IV
and our wide array of rehab services, join us for our
antibiotic therapy, respiratory treatment, tube feeding,
R.E.S.T.O.R.E. rehab education event on September
teaching for new diagnoses of diabetes, pain management
23, 2015 (see information above).
and wound care.
Before someone is admitted into the TCU, the team
Transitional Care Unit at Inter-Community, long-term care facility or a custodial care site.
conducts an evaluation based on the individual’s
please call (626) 859-5851.
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Citrus Valley Health Partners (CVHP) prides itself on being an integral partner in
elevating our communities’ health not only by providing safe and quality medical
services, but by also giving our patients and their families the tools they need to take
charge of their health care.
One such tool is the online CVHP Patient Health Portal. All of the information in the
Portal comes from your CVHP Electronic Health Record. This ensures that you have
access to the most accurate, up-to-date information possible.
The use of the portal is free and only takes a few minutes. You can log into your
account from either your home computer or smartphone via a mobile site. Once signed up, you can use it to view a
health summary of your recent visit, update
your medication list, and even link family
members to help you keep track of your
future appointments.
Sign up today by visiting the Patient
Health Portal link at www.cvhp.org
If you are interested in learning more about the
continued care, such as an Acute Rehabilitation Unit, a
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Taking charge of your health – online
PATIENT H EALTH P ORTAL
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health classes
& support groups
SEPTEMBER - NOVEMBER 2015
For more information or to register for any of these classes or programs,
please call (888) 456-CVHP (2847) unless otherwise indicated.
DIABETIC FOOT SCREENINGS
Third Wednesday of every month, 3–6 p.m.
(ICH)
the Outpatient Wound Care Center. For more
information, call (626) 915-6261.
MENDED HEARTS
First Wednesday of every month
(ICH)
Monthly support and education for cardiac patients
and their families. Call (626) 915-6238
for more information.
ICH: Inter-Community Hospital
210 W. San Bernardino Road, Covina, CA 91723
(626) 331-7331
QVH: Queen of the Valley Hospital
1115 S. Sunset Ave. , West Covina, CA 91790
(626) 962-4011
FPH: Foothill Presbyterian Hospital
250 S. Grand Ave., Glendora, CA 91741
(626) 963-8411
HOS: Citrus Valley Hospice
820 N. Phillips Ave., West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 859-2263
FAMILY HEALTH FAIR
October 17, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
(QVH)
Health education booths, screenings and
giveaways. Free.
MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY
October 20, 6–7:30 p.m.
(QVH)
Dr. Edward Tangchitnob answers your questions.
Free.
UNDERSTANDING ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA
October 29, 6–7:30 p.m.
(QVH)
between the two diagnoses. Free.
CVHP RESOURCE CENTER
(QVH, FEC)
Tuesdays, 9 a.m.–4 p.m., or by appointment. (CRC)
An information center providing support groups,
books, pamphlets and video. Call (626) 938-7585 for
more information.
cancer support
and services
LOOK GOOD...FEEL BETTER
a healthier you
GRUPO DE APOYO PARA PERSONAS
CON CÁNCER Y SUS FAMILIAS
COM: Community location
BREATH SAVERS CLUB
Third Thursday of every month, 12–2:30 p.m. (ICH)
El segundo y cuarto sábado de cada mes;
10 a.m.–12 p.m. (ICH)
Support and education for those with chronic lung
disease. Fee: $7 with lunch, free after 1 p.m.
Call (626) 814-2423 for information.
Para más infomación llame al (626) 814-2423.
LIGHTEN UP SGV CLASS SERIES
REIKI ENERGY HEALING SESSIONS
September 17, 6–7:30 p.m.
(QVH)
Dr. John Lee discusses prostate cancer and
treatment options. Free.
R.E.S.T.O.R.E. REHAB EDUCATION FAIR
September 23, 5–7:30 p.m.
(QVH)
Physician lecture, resource booths and screenings.
Free.
October 6, 7–9 a.m.
A monthly support program for those trying to lose
weight. Free. Call for dates and topics.
STROKE SUPPORT GROUP
a stroke.
Monday and Thursday evenings and Friday mornings.
(ICH)
BORIS THE BEAR
(QVH)
A program to prepare children ages 3-12 for surgery.
By appointment only, call (626) 814-2490.
(QVH)
Health education and enrollment assistance for
Medi-Cal, Healthy Families, Healthy Kids
and other no-cost or low-cost insurance
programs. Call (626) 851-2748 for an appointment.
CALENDAR SECTION
Second Friday of the month and
Third and fourth Tuesday of the month (CRC)
Reiki is the practice of energy healing through
meridians similar to acupuncture. Provided by Reiki
masters and practitioners. Free.
First Wednesday of every month, 3–4:30 p.m.
(QVH)
CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Classes include prepared childbirth labor and
delivery techniques, Caesarean birth and medical
options and interventions. Please register during
YOGA FOR HEALING
For cancer patients and survivors. Taught by
No walk-ins.
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NEWBORN INN MATERNITY TEA AND TOUR
First Thursday of the month, 7:30–9 p.m.
(FPH)
hospice and
bereavement services
GRIEF OUTREACH
Join a safe, supportive environment with others
older. Call for dates.
ADULTS WITH DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP
First Monday of the month,
10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
(FEC)
Third Wednesday of the month,
7–8:30 p.m.
(FEC)
Fourth Thursday of the month,
10–11:30 a.m.
(CRC)
WITH DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP
First Wednesday of the month,
10–11:30 a.m.
(CRC)
We will come to your place of worship and
provide two hours of education. For more
information, call (626) 857-3476. Free.
PARENTS SUPPORT GROUP
First Wednesday of the month,
7–8:30 p.m.
(FEC)
ROAD TO SURVIVAL
(HOS)
A support group for those who have experienced the
loss of a loved one. Call (626) 859-2263 for dates.
Tuesdays; 10–11 a.m.
(QVH)
(HOS)
MOTHER BABY SPECIALTY SHOPPE
VOLUNTEER FOR HOSPICE
AND HOME HEALTH
HOSPICE OPEN HOUSE
Moms and breast-feeding infants only.
No older children, please. Call (626) 851-2753 for
more information.
Monday-Friday;
9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
(QVH)
Medela breast-feeding supplies, nursing bras
are available. Call (626) 851-2753 for more
information.
Monthly
(FEC)
Gain information about normal newborn behavior
and characteristics. Fee charged.
Tour the Citrus Valley Hospice facility. Call (626) 8592263 for an appointment.
(HOS)
Volunteers are needed to provide
comfort and companionship to terminally ill
patients. For more information, call Volunteer
Services at (626) 974-0348.
diabetes education
To register or for more information about our
American Diabetes Association-accredited Center for
Diabetes Education, please call (626) 857-3477.
MANAGING YOUR DIABETES
SIBLING CLASS
Monthly
(FPH)
Cancer patients or those with a family history of
cancer may be eligible to participate in clinical
research studies or clinical trials. Please ask your
oncologist or physician for more information.
Or call for a referral to a CVHP oncologist.
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Join us for an open house, tour and information on
our maternity and educational services. No children,
please.
MOM 2 MOM:
Start preparing your children for their new role as a
big brother or sister. Fee charged.
CLINICAL TRIALS
Third Wednesday of the month - English, 6–8 p.m. (QVH)
Fourth Tuesday of the month - Spanish, 6–8 p.m.
(QVH)
(QVH)
For pregnant women with diabetes.
Physician referral required.
Call (626) 857-3477 for more information.
CRC: CVHP Resource Center
315 N. Third Ave., Suite 303 B, Covina, CA 91723
KNOW YOUR STATS
Learn the basics of breast-feeding.
(QVH, FEC)
(CRC)
FAMILY BIRTH & NEWBORN CENTER
MATERNITY ORIENTATION AND TOUR
Join us for an open house, tour and information on
our maternity and educational services. No children,
please.
SWEET SUCCESS/DULCE ÉXITO
Dates and times vary.
Call (888) 456-2847 for more information.
6:30 – 7:30 p.m. (QVH)
Welcome Baby is a free program designed to help
pregnant and new moms who deliver at Queen of
the Valley Hospital. Moms will receive information,
education, personalized support, linkage to
community resources, and much more.
Please call (626) 851-2749 for program eligibility
and additional information.
One-on-one nutrition counseling with a registered
dietitian. Physician referral required. Fee charged.
Call (626) 962-4011, ext. 23281 to make an
appointment.
FEC: Foothill Education Center
427 W. Carroll Ave., Glendora, CA 91741
special events
(QVH)
Monthly
(FEC)
A class to help patients cope with changes in their
appearance as a result of cancer and its treatment.
Co-sponsored by the American Cancer Society.
Registration required. Please call (800) 227-2345 to
register.
MEDICARE 101
WELCOME BABY
NUTRITION COUNSELING
(ICH, QVH, FPH)
Classes and support groups are generally held at one
of our hospital campuses or facilities, indicated in
parentheses after the class dates and times.
childbirth and parenting
Learn how to live with diabetes. Group and
individual sessions available by appointment.
Physician referral required. Fee for service.
ADOLESCENT SUPPORT GROUP
Fourth Wednesday of the month,
7–8:30 p.m.
(FEC)
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Citrus Valley Health Partners
Minimally Invasive
Gynecological Surgery
Open surgery, also known as laparotomy, refers to any
surgical procedure in which a large cut or incision is made to
reach your organs. The incision must be sizeable enough for
your surgeon to fit his or her hands and surgical instruments
inside your body.
With gynecological surgery, the incision can be horizontal
or vertical. The horizontal incision is usually about an inch
above the pubic bone. This type of cut is also called a “bikini”
incision, and is the most common type of incision to perform
during a Caesarean section (or C-section).
Open surgery is used successfully worldwide for many
gynecologic conditions. There are, however, some drawbacks
for patients, due to the large abdominal incision and resulting
scarring. Fortunately, there are minimally invasive surgical
options for women facing complex gynecologic conditions.
Minimally Invasive
Surgery
Experienced Surgeons Performing Hysterectomies,
Cervical Biopsies & More
At Citrus Valley Health Partners, we specialize in gynecological
surgery, and are able to perform the following types of traditional
procedures at all of our surgery centers:
•Minimally invasive hysterectomy. Our advanced
laparoscopic hysterectomy procedures eliminate a long
recovery time, allowing a busy woman to get back to
her life as soon as possible. Using only a few miniscule
incisions, our surgeons are able to remove your uterus
without a painful rehabilitation period.
•Heavy menstrual bleeding relief. Prolonged periods can
drastically influence your quality of life, from daily activities
to clothing choices. We offer procedures that treat the
lining of your uterus, drastically cutting down on monthly
menstrual bleeding.
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Presented by Dr. Edward
Tangchitnob
Tuesday, October 20, 6–7:30 PM
Queen of the Valley Hospital
Oakwood Room, Free
•Urinary incontinence treatment. Our skilled surgeons
can adjust the urethra and your pelvic floor muscle to treat
urinary incontinence and return you to your regular lifestyle.
•Permanent birth control. Are you happy with your family
size? Using inserts and minimally invasive tiny incisions to
place a small device in your fallopian tubes, our doctors can
prevent eggs from reaching your uterus, thus providing a
permanent form of birth control.
•Cervical biopsy. By minimally invasive means, our doctors
remove tissue from your cervix to test for abnormal or
precancerous conditions, proactively ensuring your health and
well-being.
For more information about the procedures we can
perform to treat a variety of gynecological conditions,
please visit www.citrusvalleywomenshealth.org.
Know Your Stats
Presented by Dr. John Lee
Thursday, September 17, 2015
6–7:30 PM
Queen of the Valley Hospital
Oakwood Room, Free
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CVHP’S THIRD ANNUAL
Family Health & Safety Fair
Health Screenings • FREE Flu Shots* • Emegency Preparedness Education • And More!
*Limited supply available. First come, first served.
Saturday, October 17, 2015 • 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Queen of the Valley Hospital, Front Lawn, 1115 S. Sunset Ave., West Covina, CA 91790
CVHP Introduces a
Valve
Clinic
for Severe Aortic Stenosis
Severe symptomatic aortic stenosis is often caused by the
build-up of calcium (mineral deposits) on the aortic valve’s
leaflets (flaps of tissue that open and close to regulate the
one-way flow of blood through the aortic valve) in elderly
patients. This build-up of calcium on the leaflets impairs
the aortic valve’s ability to fully open and close. As a result,
the narrowed valve allows less oxygen-rich blood to flow
from the lungs to the brain and rest of the body, which may
cause symptoms like severe shortness of breath and extreme
fatigue. What can help with severe aortic stenosis is to
either replace the valve with tissue or do a procedure called
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
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Citrus Valley Health Partners
(CVHP) has opened up a
valve clinic run by a multidisciplinary team led by
expert cardiologists and
surgeons who specialize
in heart valve disease to
consider both of these
options. If you are
interested in more
information, please
call (626) 261-4038.
NONPROFIT ORG
U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
TORRANCE, CA
PERMIT #234
1115 S. Sunset Ave.
West Covina, CA 91790
www.cvhp.org
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Flu Clinic
Protect your health and those around you.
Get your flu shot!
Tuesday, October 6, 2015 • 7 - 9 a.m.
Foothill Presbyterian Hospital
250 S. Grand Ave. Glendora, CA 91741
Enter the hospital’s far eastern parking lot off of Ada Avenue,
stay in your car and roll up your sleeves. First come, first serve
while supplies last. You will be required to sign a consent form.
Adults 18 years or older only.
For more information, call (888) 456-2847.
The medical information contained in this newsletter should
not be substituted for the advice from your personal physician.