Medical Services Directory Summer 2012
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Medical Services Directory Summer 2012
Summer 2012 Medical Services Directory UK Health Connection is here to help Not sure which clinical programs are offered? Need a doctor? Have questions about your bill? We can help. Call UK Health Connection at 1-800-333-8874 or 859-257-1000. UK Health Connection Counselors UK Health Connection offers consumers easy access to the UK HealthCare system of care. Services include appointment scheduling, registration for health classes and screenings, and free literature on a wide variety of specific medical conditions. UK Health Connection also provides coverage for Markey Cancer Center outpatients who have medical requests and concerns. No matter what the question or issue may be, UK Health Connection can find the answer. Call 1-800-333-8874 (toll free) or 859-257-1000. Phones are answered 7 a.m. to midnight Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to midnight Saturdays Dear Patient: UK HealthCare has grown dramatically to meet the health needs of the Commonwealth. We have: • Added more than 200 physicians in virtually every specialty and subspecialty in order to ensure that we have an expert who can treat just about any health problem that might arise, no matter how unusual. • Increased our staffed hospital beds. In 2006 we had 473 licensed beds and today we have 791. • Expanded and updated our outpatient facilities in Kentucky Clinic. • Streamlined our systems to deliver care more effectively and improve patient satisfaction. • Opened the new UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital Emergency Department, which features separate and spacious emergency treatment areas for children and adults. • Opened two patient floors and the public spaces of our new pavilion at UK Chandler Hospital. • Transitioned to a new telephone access system to make it easier to reach a live person and schedule a timely appointment. In this booklet, we share some of the clinical and support services available at UK HealthCare. We hope you and your family will take advantage of the top-quality medical care available here. If you have any suggestions for how we can do better, please give one of us a call. Sincerely, Michael Karpf, MD Frederick C. DeBeer, MD Executive Vice President for Dean, College of Medicine Health Affairs 859-323-6582 859-323-5126 Bernard Boulanger, MD Colleen Swartz, RN Chief Medical Officer Chief Nurse Executive 859-257-6467 859-323-1896 Contents Frequently Called Phone Numbers Page 2 Emergency and Urgent Care Information 4 Part 1 – Customer Services 6 Part 2 – Clinical Services Part 3 – Health Information Services 10 53 Other Helpful Publications 55 Please note: If you have a family doctor or have seen a specialist prior to your UK HealthCare visit, please bring their contact information (first and last names, address, and phone number) with you when you check in. It is important that our doctors are able to communicate with them about your hospital visit. If you don’t have this information with you upon arrival, consider asking a family member to bring it to the admissions office before you are discharged. 1 Frequently Called Phone Numbers* Billing Questions • KMSF (Physician) 257-7900 • Hospital (all) 257-8111 Charitable Giving 323-6306 Family Care Center 218-2273 Find a Doctor or Make and Appointment 257-1000 or 1-800-333-8874 Gill Heart Institute 323-5479 • KCH Patient Information 323-5816 • Welcome Center 323-4773 • Acute Care 323-5741 323-5744 Kentucky Children’s Hospital: • ICUs (Neonatal ICU and Pediatric ICU) 257-1000 257-9800 Kentucky Neuroscience Institute 323-5661 Markey Cancer Center 257-4488 • Chandler Hospital (main office) 323-5816 • Good Samaritan Hospital 226-7033 • Outpatient Facilities 323-5561 323-5744 Kentucky Clinic Kentucky Clinic South Medical Records • ICUs (Neonatal ICU and Pediatric ICU) 257-8801 Twilight Children’s Clinic 257-6730 323-6156 323-5000 323-5816 UK Good Samaritan Hospital Operator and Patient Info 226-7000 Volunteer Services 323-6023 Polk-Dalton Clinic Security UK Chandler Hospital Operator UK Chandler Hospital Patient Info *All numbers have an 859 area code. 2 Reaching out to meet patient needs Through our affiliate and outreach programs, many Kentuckians are able to stay closer to home while benefiting from some of the same services that our main campus provides. In the last five years, UK HealthCare has increased our outreach clinical services across the region. We now offer health care services in more than 150 off-campus clinics in 41 clinical areas with sites in 39 Kentucky counties. Harrison Franklin Scott Rowan Fayette Johnson Madison Rockcastle Perry Pulaski UK HealthCare Clinical Affiliates We’ve partnered with seven community hospitals to bring Kentuckians comprehensive stroke, cancer and pediatric care closer to home. ARH Cancer Center, Hazard Markey Cancer Center affiliate Frankfort Regional Medical Center, Frankfort Markey Cancer Center affiliate Georgetown Community Hospital, Georgetown UK Comprehensive Stroke Network affiliate Kentucky Children’s Hospital affiliate Markey Cancer Center affiliate Harrison Memorial Hospital, Cynthiana UK Comprehensive Stroke Network affiliate Markey Cancer Center affiliate Pattie A. Clay Regional Medical Center, Richmond UK Comprehensive Stroke Network affiliate Kentucky Children’s Hospital affiliate Rockcastle Regional Hospital, Mt. Vernon UK Comprehensive Stroke Network affiliate Kentucky Children’s Hospital affiliate Markey Cancer Center affiliate St. Claire Regional Medical Center, Morehead Markey Cancer Center affiliate Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital, Ashland Markey Cancer Center Affiliate UK Organ Failure and Transplantation Network affiliates are available in 13 locations in Kentucky and West Virginia. Looking for the UK HealthCare services available in your area? Ask your physician or call us toll free at 1-800-333-8874. TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 Two emergency departments to meet your needs UK ALBERT B. CHANDLER HOSPITAL The Emergency Department (ED) at Chandler Hospital includes a Level I trauma center verified by the American College of Surgeons, one of only two in Kentucky. A Level I trauma center provides the highest level of surgical care to trauma patients and has a full range of specialists and equipment available 24 hours a day. In addition to the trauma center, the Chandler ED is also home to the Makenna David Pediatric Emergency Center, supported by specialists of Kentucky Children’s Hospital and the only 24-hour dedicated pediatric emergency and trauma care center in Eastern Kentucky. Board-certified emergency medicine physicians and pediatric nurses take care of infants and children in this child-friendly area that has a separate waiting entrance and treatment areas. Private exam rooms have flat screen TVs and soon, video games. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 for immediate assistance. Information: 859-257-1000. Location: 1000 S. Limestone, Lexington. GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL The UK Good Samaritan Emergency Department offers a variety of emergency services in a community-hospital atmosphere focused on quality, efficiency and patient care. We offer a fast-track service for urgent but non-life-threatening medical problems. Our experienced physicians are board certified in either family practice or emergency medicine and are able to treat patients of all ages. We also offer emergency help for mental health needs. Information: 859-257-1000 or 1-800-333-8874 (toll free). Location: 310 S. Limestone, Lexington. 4 Who can use UK HealthCare medical services? UK HealthCare accepts all major health plans, including Anthem, Humana, Bluegrass Family Health, United HealthCare, Aetna, Cigna and most major national PPOs. We also accept all University of Kentucky-sponsored health insurance plans, including the UK-HMO, UK-PPO, UK-RHP and UK-EPO. New pavilion now open 5 PART 1 Customer Services Page Billing Questions – Kentucky Medical Services Foundation 7 Billing Questions – UK Chandler and Good Samaritan Hospitals 7 UK HealthCare Office of Service Excellence (Customer Service) 7 Medical Records7 All Other Questions 7 UK HealthCare Services by Location 8 Parking 9 6 Billing Questions – KMSF Kentucky Medical Services Foundation (KMSF) provides billing services for all UK physicians. If you have questions about your bill from a UK physician, call their customer service line at 859-257-7900. Billing Questions – UK Hospitals UK provides a customer service linefor those who have questions about a hospital bill. Please call 859-257-8111 or 1-800-288-2779. Office of Service Excellence (customer service) Our Office of Service Excellence has locations at UK Chandler and UK Good Samaritan hospitals, as well as inside the Kentucky Clinic. The offices are open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and are there to help patients and families find the resources they need, such as hotels and restaurants, and have a good overall experience at UK HealthCare. If you have a compliment or complaint about your care, representatives will assist. Ideas and suggestions for improving care are also welcomed. UK Good Samaritan office – 859-226-7040 UK Chandler Hospital office– 859-257-2178 Kentucky Clinic office – 859-257-2178 Medical Records Medical Records is located in Room C106 of UK Chandler Hospital, near the main lobby, and at Good Samaritan Hospital on the first floor. In order to protect your privacy, written permission is required before UK HealthCare may release your medical records. Any patient or family member needing records may visit the medical records office to obtain a copy of the form, and staff can assist with filling it out. Patients may also visit ukhealthcare. uky.edu/patient/medicalrecords.htm for additional information, including a copy of the release form, which can be mailed, faxed or hand-delivered to the Medical Records office. Printable instructions are also available on the website. Once the written request has been submitted, Medical Records will mail the records within 30 days. Except under extreme circumstances, patients and families cannot pick up records in person but may direct questions to the Medical Records clerk at 859-323-5117 for UK Chandler Hospital and 859-226-7457 for UK Good Samaritan Hospital. The first copy of your medical record is free; a standard fee of $1 per page will be charged for additional copies. Please keep a personal copy of any information you request to avoid the expense of obtaining additional copies. All other questions If you have a question and don’t know whom to call, call UK Health Connection at 1-800-333-8874 (toll free) or 859-257-1000. A call coordinator is available from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday or Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. No matter what the question or issue, UK Health Connection can find the answer or connect you with the appropriate office. 7 UK HealthCare Services Offered by Location Outpatient Outpatient Clinics Hospital Inpatient Hospital Emergency Department Map of Locations is ar e Pik P 1 UK HealthCare Main Campus • UK Chandler Hospital • Ky Children’s Hospital • Gill Heart Institute • Markey Cancer Center 4 8 ile Pl. • Kentucky Clinic 3 Maxwell St. ain 1 M ./ St 2 Red M Ri d on m ch . Rd er az Bl 5 Pkw 6 7 y. 8 2 Ky Clinic South 3 UK Good Samaritan Hospital 4 UK Polk-Dalton Clinic 5 UK HealthCare Sports Medicine 6 UK HealthCare East 7 UK Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic 8 UK Family Care Center Parking Main Medical Campus, 1000 S. Limestone, Lexington Parking is available at the UK HealthCare Parking Garage, 110 Transcript Ave., facing S. Limestone directly across from the medical campus or at the Kentucky Clinic Garage at 140 Huguelet Ave. There is an hourly charge, but no more than $8 a day. Long-term passes are available from the parking office, inside the UK HealthCare Parking Garage on S. Limestone and Transcript Avenue. Shuttles offer free door-to-door service from the UK HealthCare Garage. Wheelchair-friendly (no steps) shuttle buses transport parkers safely to and from the hospital’s front loop 24 hours a day, every day. A second shuttle route serves the Emergency Department. A separate route serves the Kentucky Clinic from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday. Shuttle buses for each route arrive every three to five minutes. An ambassador is available at the shuttle loading area from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. to answer questions and help patients and visitors access the shuttles. An ambassador also provides assistance at the hospital’s main entrance. Patients or visitors may be dropped off at the hospital’s front loop, the emergency entrance, or at the Kentucky Clinic entrance on South Limestone before the driver parks. UK Good Samaritan Campus, 310 S. Limestone, Lexington Free parking is available inside the garage next to the hospital as well as in the surface lots outside the medical buildings. All other facilities also offer free parking. 9 PART 2 Clinical Services UK HealthCare provides a variety of clinical services at many locations. As part of an academic medical center, we offer a team approach to care. Our patients benefit from the combined expertise of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, pharmacists, dietitians and other specially trained staff. We will work to address your questions, problems and concerns and to keep you informed about your health care choices. Outpatient care is provided at the Kentucky Clinic main campus, Kentucky Clinic South, UK HealthCare East, the UK Polk-Dalton Clinic, the UK Family Care Center and other sites in the Bluegrass area. 10 Clinical Services Page Allergies • Asthma, Allergy & Sinus 16 • Pediatric Allergy, Asthma & Immunology 16 Arthritis and Rheumatology • Rheumatology 16 Blood Disorders • Adult Hematology/Oncology, Blood & Marrow Transplant • Pediatric Hematology/Oncology • Hemophilia Clinic • Hematology/Oncology Clinic 16 16 17 17 Bone and Joints • Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine • Bone and Mineral Metabolism • Center for Cartilage Repair & Restoration • UK Runners Clinic 17 18 18 18 Brain and Nervous System • Kentucky Neuroscience Institute • Neurology • Neurosurgery • UK Brain & Body Radiosurgery Program • Kentucky Parkinson’s Disease Information and Referral Center 19 19 19 20 20 Cancer • Markey Cancer Center • Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network • Comprehensive Breast Care Center • Gynecologic Oncology • Markey Hematology Program • Lung/Thoracic Cancer • Medical Oncology • Radiation Medicine 20 20 21 21 21 22 22 22 11 Children’s Health • Kentucky Children’s Hospital • General Pediatrics • Kentucky Children’s Heart Center • Adolescent Medicine • Pediatric Hematology & Oncology • Pediatric Intensive Care/Critical Care • Mommy & Me Breastfeeding Clinic • Pediatric Nephrology • Pediatric Plastic Surgery • Pediatric Pulmonology • Dental Care for Kids • Thomas H. Pinkstaff Medical Home Clinic • Twilight Dental Clinic for Kids • High BMI Diagnostic Clinic • International Adoption Clinic • Pediatric Surgery • Pediatric Urology • Safe Kids Fayette County • Subspecialty Services • Twilight Clinic • Young Parents Program 23 23 23 24 24 24 24 25 25 25 25 25 26 26 26 26 27 27 27 27 28 Cosmetic and Reconstruction Surgery • Cosmetic Surgery • Plastic Surgery 28 28 28 29 29 29 29 30 30 30 30 Dental and Oral Health • Adult Dental Clinic • Urgent Care Clinic • Endodontics • Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Radiology and Surgery • Orofacial Pain • Orthodontics • Periodontics • Prosthodontics • Restorative Dentistry Diabetes and Endocrinology • Endocrinology and Molecular Medicine 30 • Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism 31 Digestive Health31 Ear, Nose and Throat • Audiology and Communicative Disorders • Ear, Nose & Throat/Head and Neck Surgery 12 31 31 Emergency Services • UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital • UK Good Samaritan Hospital 32 32 Eye Care • Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences • Laser Correction and Cataract Removal • Glaucoma • University Optical Shop 32 33 33 33 Family Doctor and Primary Care • Family & Community Medicine • General Internal Medicine • Med-Peds Clinic • General Pediatrics • Center for Advancement of Women’s Health • Executive Health Program • Hospitalist Program 34 34 34 34 34 35 35 Headache & Pain Management • Anesthesiology & Pain Management 35 • UK Interventional Pain Associates 35 • Headache & Pain Clinic 36 Heart and Vein • Gill Heart Institute 36 • Cardiovascular Medicine 36 • Cardiothoracic Surgery 36 • Advanced Cardiac Imaging Program 37 • Cardiac Rehabilitation 37 • Pediatric Cardiology 37 • Pacemaker Clinic 37 • Vascular Surgery 38 • Vein Clinic 38 Imaging/Radiology • Radiology 38 Infectious Disease • Infectious Disease • Pediatric Infectious Disease 38 39 Kidney and Urinary • Nephrology • Pediatric Nephrology • Urological Surgery 39 39 39 13 Lab Medicine, see Pathology40 Lungs and Breathing • Lung/Thoracic Cancer • Pediatric Pulmonologist • Pediatric Pulmonary Function and Sleep Lab • Cystic Fibrosis Clinic • Pulmonary 40 40 40 40 40 Mental Health • Psychiatry • Mental Health Line 41 41 Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health 41 Pathology • Pathology and Laboratory Medicine 42 Pharmacy • Kentucky Clinic Pharmacy • Pharmacy Benefits Program 42 42 Physical Medicine and Rehab • Physician Medicine & Rehabilitation • Rehabilitation Services 43 43 Podiatry 43 Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Diseases • Rheumatology • Pediatric Rheumatology & Musculoskeletal Diseases 44 44 Sleep Center (Adult and Pediatric)44 Stroke • UK Stroke Center Surgery • General Surgery • Cardiothoracic Surgery • Dermatology • Ear, Nose & Throat/Head & Neck Surgery • Minimally Invasive Surgery • Neurosurgery • UK Gamma Knife Center • Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery • Orthopaedic Surgery • Pediatric Surgery, see Children’s Health • Plastic Surgery • Surgical Specialties at UK Good Samaritan • Transplant Surgery 14 45 45 45 45 46 46 46 46 46 47 47 47 47 47 • Urological Surgery • Vascular Surgery 47 48 Transplant • UK Transplant Center • Blood & Marrow Transplant 48 48 Trauma • Trauma Program 48 49 49 49 49 50 50 50 51 51 51 Women’s Health • Center for the Advancement of Women’s Health • Kentucky Women’s Health Registry • Well Woman Clinic • Comprehensive Breast Care Center • Obstetrics and Gynecology • Reproductive Endocrinology • High-Risk Obstetrics/Maternal Fetal Medicine • UK Birthing Center • Pregnancy & Beyond Newsletter • Childbirth Education Classes Wound Care51 UK Good Samaritan Hospital52 UK Travel Medicine Clinic 52 Feedback and Suggestions52 15 Clinical Programs ASTHMA, ALLERGY & SINUS ASTHMA, ALLERGY & SINUS Our Asthma, Allergy & Sinus Clinic offers comprehensive care for all types of asthma and allergy problems for both children and adults. Appointments: 859-257-1000 or 1-800-333-8874 (toll free) Location: Professional Arts Center, UK Good Samaritan Medical Plaza, 135 E. Maxwell St., Suite 250. For the pediatric allergy, asthma and immunology, see Children’s Health. ARTHRITIS & RHEUMATOLOGY RHEUMATOLOGY Physicians in our Rheumatology Clinic offer expertise in the diagnosis and management of arthritis and connective tissue diseases. Individualized programs are developed to improve mobility, prevent disability and enable patients to cope with their diseases. We specialize in conditions such as: ankylosing spondylitis, connective tissue disease, fibromyalgia, gout, immune complex disease, infectious arthritis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, polyarteritis nodosa, polymyalgia rheumatica, psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus, scleroderma, Sjogren’s syndrome, psoriatic arthritis and Wegener’s granulomatosis. Appointments: 859-323-3900. Location: Kentucky Clinic, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. For pediatric rheumatology and musculoskeletal diseases, see Children’s Health. BLOOD DISORDERS ADULT HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY, BLOOD & MARROW TRANSPLANT See Hematology under Cancer, page 21. PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY Children with blood disorders and cancers are treated with the most advanced medicine by our team of specialists in hematology and oncology. We take a team approach to your child’s care that includes board-certified pediatric hematologist/oncologists, pharmacists, social workers and certified pediatric oncology nurses. Our team evaluates and treats children with blood diseases and disorders such as sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia, lymphoma, anemias, bone tumors, brain tumors, immunodeficiency syndromes, neutropenias, renal and hepatic tumors, sarcomas, storage diseases, and thrombocytopenias. 16 HEMOPHILIA CLINIC The UK Hemophilia Treatment Center was created to treat Central and Eastern Kentucky children who have bleeding disorders. As a more convenient option for patients living in southeastern Kentucky, we also offer an outreach clinic in Barbourville. Appointments: 606-546-5109. UK Hemophilia Treatment Program, Barbourville Commission for Children with Special Health Care Needs (CCSHCN) Cumberland Valley District 110 Johnson Lane Barbourville KY 40906 HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY CLINIC Our Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Clinic includes a special chemotherapy infusion area with a wide-screen TV and video games so kids can relax during their treatment. An on-site pharmacy and a new leading-edge laboratory allow automated blood counts so we can adjust your child’s treatment immediately. A sedation facility allows us to sedate children in our clinic for more involved procedures such as bone marrow aspirations and lumbar punctures. Appointments: 859-257-4554. Location: Kentucky Clinic, Second Floor, Room L230, 740 S. Limestone. BONE & JOINTS ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY & SPORTS MEDICINE The orthopaedic facilities at UK HealthCare feature the latest technology, including computer-assisted surgery and a Level 1 trauma center. Our services include cartilage repair and restoration techniques that can delay the need for joint replacement surgery. We offer the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing technique, a joint-reconstruction option for younger, active patients, and we have the largest group of pediatric orthopaedic surgeons in the area. Appointments: 859-323-5533. Locations: Kentucky Clinic, Wing C, first floor UK HealthCare Sports Medicine 601 Perimeter Drive, Suite 200 Lexington KY 40517 UK Orthopaedics Spine & Total Joint Service 125 East Maxwell St., Suite 201 UK Sports Medicine provides evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery for sports-related injuries. Our multidisciplinary team of specialists treats athletes of all levels, from recreational to professional. We also offer a daily walk-in 17 clinic for acute sports injuries that have occurred within the last 48 hours. The sports injury walk-in clinic is open from 7:30 to 8 a.m. Monday through Friday. Appointments or information: 859-323-5533. Location: 601 Perimeter Drive, Suite 200, Lexington. BONE & MINERAL METABOLISM Our physicians can provide diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients with bone metabolism conditions such as osteoporosis. Our specialties include: diabetic nephropathy, electrolyte metabolism, glomerular diseases, hematuria nephrotic syndrome, nephrotoxicity, osteoporosis, Paget’s disease, proteinuria, renal bone disease and renal dialysis (hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis). Appointments: 859-323-5311. Location: Kentucky Clinic, second floor. CENTER FOR CARTILAGE REPAIR & RESTORATION The UK Center for Cartilage Repair & Restoration offers comprehensive care for sports- or work-related cartilage injuries. We can treat all aspects of cartilage conditions from osteoarthritis to acute injuries of the knee, shoulder, hip and ankle joint. The center’s website at ukhealthcare.uky.edu/cartilage features resources for health care providers and worker’s compensation-insured patients, such as information on recovery times and expected return to work. Surgical postoperative instructions and rehabilitation protocols also are published there so patients and health care providers have easy access to our protocols whenever needed. Appointments: 859-323-5533. Location: 301 Perimeter Drive, Lexington. UK RUNNERS CLINIC The UK Runners Clinic is held monthly at the Kentucky Clinic Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Clinic. This multidisciplinary clinic offers a variety of evaluations and therapy geared toward enhancing speed and efficiency as well as preventing or treating injuries commonly associated with running. Half of all recreational runners sustain a running injury within a training year. Our goal is to provide management of these injuries and to facilitate healthy running. Our team of professionals provides expert examination and treatment whether you are a highly competitive and experienced runner or just starting out. The team includes physicians, scientists and physical therapists; all involved in the initial evaluation and management of every patient. Appointments: 859-218-3113. Location: UK Sports Medicine, 601 Perimeter Drive, Suite 200, Lexington. 18 BRAIN & NERVOUS SYSTEM KENTUCKY NEUROSCIENCE INSTITUTE The Kentucky Neuroscience Institute (KNI) integrates the expertise of neurology and neurosurgery physicians. We offer the state’s only Gamma Knife™ program for the treatment of brain tumors, arteriovenous malformations and trigeminal neuralgia. We were the first Joint Commission-designated Primary Stroke Center in Central Kentucky, and we continue to offer the most advanced treatments for stroke. We also offer the Kentucky Parkinson’s Disease Information and Referral Center to provide patients and caregivers with Parkinson’s disease information, support groups and referrals. KNI’s team of experts specializes in: ALS/motor neuron disease; botulinum treatment; cerebrovascular disorders (stroke); child neurology; comprehensive epilepsy; headache; memory disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease; movement disorders and Parkinson’s disease; multiple sclerosis; muscular dystrophy; myasthenia gravis; neuroinfectious disease and AIDS; neurogenetics; neuromuscular medicine; neuro-oncology; neuropathy; and post-polio syndrome. Appointments: Patients seeking appointments with our specialists are generally referred by their physicians. Call 859-257-1000 or 1-800-333-8874 (toll free) to make an appointment with a general physician. NEUROLOGY Our physicians provide diagnostic evaluation, treatment and management for conditions related to the central and peripheral nervous systems (brain, spine and all extremities). As part of the multidisciplinary team at the Kentucky Neuroscience Institute, our neurology specialists work with neurosurgeons and orthopaedic specialists to diagnose and treat complex neurological and neuromuscular diseases such as Parkinson’s disease, ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) and stroke. Appointments: 859-323-5661. Location: Kentucky Clinic, first floor, 740 S. Limestone. NEUROSURGERY Our physicians provide diagnosis and management of a wide spectrum of conditions involving the brain, spine and nervous system. We offer treatment for the following disorders: cerebral aneurysms, carotid stenosis, stroke, intervertebral disc herniations, brain and spinal cord tumors, peripheral nerve entrapment, hydrocephalus, myelomeningocele, spasticity, and intractable epilepsy. We also offer stereotactic surgery, spinal fixation for trauma or metastasis, microsurgery, laser surgery, interstitial radiotherapy, chemotherapy and Gamma Knife radiosurgery. Appointments: Patients seeking appointments with our specialists are generally referred by their physicians. Call 859-257-1000 or 1-800-333-8874 (toll free) to make an appointment with a general physician. Location: Kentucky Clinic, first floor, 740 S. Limestone. 19 UK BRAIN & BODY RADIOSURGERY PROGRAM We have Kentucky’s only Gamma Knife, a revolutionary method of brain surgery that allows our specialists to operate on the brain without even breaking the skin and without general anesthesia or incisions. The Gamma Knife’s noninvasive (no surgery) method also offers new hope to patients with inoperable neurological disorders. Appointments: 859-257-7712. Location: Ben F. Roach Cancer Care Facility (Pavilion CC), ground level, 800 Rose St. KENTUCKY PARKINSON’S DISEASE INFORMATION AND REFERRAL CENTER UK HealthCare and the American Parkinson’s Disease Association (APDA) have partnered to create the Kentucky Parkinson’s Disease Information and Referral Center. The center provides physician and service referrals and educational programs. It also develops and maintains support groups across the state and hosts patient and caregiver information sessions. Information: 859-257-APDA (2732) or toll free at 1-866-554-APDA (2732). CANCER MARKEY CANCER CENTER The UK Markey Cancer Center has provided state-of-the-art patient care for more than 20 years. Our expert team of physicians, nurses and other health care providers treats patients in a compassionate and caring environment. For patients with advanced or recurrent cancer, we often utilize the latest research programs offering breakthrough treatments and therapies. More than 70 clinical trials for different types of cancer are available to patients. Appointments: 859-257-4488. Location: Main medical campus, adjacent to UK Chandler Hospital, 800 Rose St. MARKEY CANCER CENTER AFFILIATE NETWORK The UK Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network has created an association of regional health care providers who collaborate with Markey Cancer Center clinicians and researchers. The network’s goal is improved quality of care for cancer patients, as well as cancer prevention, education and research throughout the Commonwealth. The Markey Cancer Center affiliates include: • Frankfort Regional Medical Center, Frankfort, 502-875-5240 • Georgetown Community Hospital, Georgetown, 502-868-1100 • Harrison Memorial Hospital, Cynthiana, 859-234-2300 • Rockcastle Regional and Respiratory Care Center, Mount Vernon, 606-256-2195 • St. Claire Regional Medical Center, Morehead, 606-783-6500 • ARH Cancer Center, Hazard, 606-482-7902 • Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital, Ashland, 606-833-3333 20 COMPREHENSIVE BREAST CARE CENTER A team of specialists from surgical oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, diagnostic mammography, pathology, and plastic and reconstructive surgery is ready to evaluate your diagnostic tests and recommend the best choices for your breast cancer care. Individual and family counseling services are also available, as well as a variety of support groups that meet on a regular basis. Appointments: 859-323-2222. Location: Whitney-Hendrickson Building (Pavilion WH), second floor, Markey Cancer Center, 800 Rose St. Mammography-only services – Kentucky Clinic South, 2400 Greatstone Point, Lexington. GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY Our specialized team of medical and gynecological oncologists provides screening tests for early detection of cancer, along with optimal, personalized care for women with a gynecological cancer. Our services include: ovarian cancer screening, early detection program for cervical cancer, minimally invasive diagnostic surgery (MIDS) program, bone mineral density (BMD) testing program and a treatment program for women with gynecologic cancer. For women who have a gynecologic cancer (including cancers of the ovary, cervix, vagina and vulva), the gynecologic oncology team can provide treatment options that include surgery, radiation therapy or chemotherapy, or a combination. Knowing that early detection of gynecologic cancers greatly increases treatment success, the gynecologic oncology program offers the following screenings: • Ovarian cancer – The UK Markey Cancer Center Ovarian Screening Program, started in 1987, provides free annual sonographic screenings to women at risk for ovarian cancer. For more information about the program, call 859-323-4687. • Cervical cancer – Patients are screened for conditions such as HPV that indicate a higher risk of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN) and invasive cervical cancer. Appointments: 859-323-5553. Location: Whitney-Hendrickson Building (Pavilion WH), third floor, Markey Cancer Center, 800 Rose St. MARKEY HEMATOLOGY PROGRAM Blood disorders require specialized care and advanced treatment methods. Our hematologic specialty team specializes in treating patients with blood disorders and cancers, as well as those requiring blood and marrow transplants. Our hematologic cancer team specializes in blood disorders such as anemia, aplastic anemia, leukopenia and sickle cell disease; coagulation disorders such as hemophilia and thrombosis; blood cancers such as leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma; and blood and marrow transplantation. Appointments: 859-257-6006 or 1-800-333-8874 (toll free). Location: Roach Building (Pavilion CC), Suite CC 180A, Markey Cancer Center, 800 Rose St. 21 LUNG/THORACIC CANCER The Multidisciplinary Lung Cancer Program includes multiple cancer specialists who have a broad range of expertise in all aspects of lung cancer. Surgery, radiation and chemotherapy treatments are state-of-the-art, supplemented by national research studies as well as treatments with promising new drug regimens. Conditions treated include small and non-small cell lung cancer, mesothelioma, thymoma, esophageal cancer, bronchial carcinoid, and other thoracic cancers. Appointments: 859-257-5864. Location: Whitney-Hendrickson Building (Pavilion WH), first floor, Markey Cancer Center, 800 Rose St. MEDICAL ONCOLOGY DIVISION The Medical Oncology Division specializes in the treatment of solid cancer tumors and research dedicated to improving therapy of solid cancer tumors that include but are not limited to gastrointestinal, genitourinary, breast, head and neck, thyroid and lung. The Markey Cancer Center’s dedicated multidisciplinary treatment teams, including physicians from all subspecialties, nurses, pharmacists and researchers, work together to provide coordinated care for all treatments. Beginning with the initial diagnosis through survivorship, the Medical Oncology teams are prepared to give the best patient care possible. Patients are seen in a supportive environment where they are offered the latest advances in surgical, radiation and chemotherapeutic intervention. For convenience, we offer two clinics at the Whitney-Hendrickson Building on the Markey Cancer Center campus. These clinics offer a comfortable atmosphere for patients and their families and free parking immediately next to the building. Appointments: 859-257-4490 or 859-257-4488. Location: Whitney-Hendrickson Building (Pavilion WH), first floor, Markey Cancer Center, 800 Rose St., Lexington RADIATION MEDICINE Our physicians offer patients the most advanced cancer care in a supportive setting. We provide a variety of individualized treatment options, including stereotactic body radiation therapy, and clinics for outpatient care, as well as social and emotional support. In addition, the department’s ongoing commitment to clinical research allows many patients to take advantage of groundbreaking investigative therapies. Appointments: 859-323-6486. Location: Ben F. Roach Cancer Care Facility (Pavilion CC), first and ground floors, Markey Cancer Center, 800 Rose St. 22 CHILDREN’S HEALTH KENTUCKY CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL Kentucky Children’s Hospital offers a level of service for children that is unparalleled in Central Kentucky, including: • • • • • Specially trained pediatric anesthesiologists should your child need surgery. A Level III neonatal intensive care unit to care for the tiniest, sickest babies. An intensive care unit dedicated solely to children. 24-hour pediatric emergency and verified Level I pediatric trauma care center. A comprehensive pediatric heart center: the Kentucky Children’s Heart Center. • Kentucky Children’s Hospital is the only ICAEL accredited lab in fetal echo, pediatric transthoracic and pediatric transesophageal in the state. Everything at Kentucky Children’s Hospital is designed just for kids, from the kid-sized medical equipment and bright, cheerful rooms to the caring expertise of our pediatric specialists and staff. On the Web: ukhealthcare.uky.edu/kch. Appointments: 859-257-1000 or 1-800-333-8874 (toll free). Location: UK HealthCare medical campus, Pavilion HA of UK Chandler Hospital, 800 Rose St. GENERAL PEDIATRICS Our pediatricians and everyone who works on the pediatric team are experts in the special needs of kids. We work with families to keep kids healthy and happy. We have specialists in acute and chronic childhood diseases, adolescent medicine (10-21 years of age), child development, childhood abuse (including sexual abuse), developmental disabilities, nutrition, preventive health and school health. Appointments: 859-323-6211. Location: Kentucky Clinic, second floor, Wing D, 740 S. Limestone. KENTUCKY CHILDREN’S HEART CENTER The pediatric cardiology specialists, cardiothoracic surgeons and pediatric anesthesiologists of Kentucky Children’s Hospital leverage leading-edge technologies such as fetal echocardiography to care for newborns and children with any heart defect, regardless of its complexity. This partnership generates the consistency of care so important in achieving favorable long-term outcomes for children so that they can live long and healthy lives. Kentucky Children’s Hospital is the only ICAEL accredited lab in fetal echo, pediatric transthoracic and pediatric transesophageal in the state. All pediatric heart services have been consolidated into one new convenient location to provide improved continuity of care, customer service and appointment scheduling. The new clinic also features a state-of-the-art diagnostic center. Appointments: 859-257-1000 or 1-800-333-8874. Location: Kentucky Children’s Hospital Congenital Heart Clinic, Kentucky Clinic, second floor, Wing D, 740 S. Limestone. 23 ADOLESCENT MEDICINE The teenage years are an exciting and difficult time in a child’s life, with special health risks and problems. That’s why we developed the Adolescent Care Clinic to give teens (10 and 21 years) the specialized, comprehensive care they need. Appointments: 859-323-5643. Location: Kentucky Clinic, Wing D, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGY & ONCOLOGY Children with blood disorders and cancers are treated with the most advanced medicine by our specialists. We take a team approach to your child’s care, including board-certified pediatric hematologist-oncologists, pharmacists, social workers and certified pediatric oncology nurses. Appointments: 859-257-4554. Location: Kentucky Clinic, Wing D, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. Outreach Clinic: UK Hemophilia Treatment Program Location: Barbourville CCSHCN, 110 Johnson Lane, Barbourville KY Appointments: 606-546-5109 PEDIATRIC INTENSIVE CARE / CRITICAL CARE If your child has a life-threatening acute illness or organ failure, our pediatric intensive care team goes into action. Working in our state-of-the-art pediatric intensive care unit (PICU), our team treats and monitors critically ill children (newborn to 18 years) for a range of problems, everything from burns to trauma injuries, cardiovascular surgery to neurosurgery. Our team also provides a sedation service just for kids who need special care during a painful or stressful procedure. Information: 859-323-1496. Location: Kentucky Children’s Hospital (Pavilion HA), 800 Rose St. MOMMY & ME BREASTFEEDING CLINIC This clinic is available to all moms who would like to breastfeed and are interested in having a breastfeeding assessment performed by Kentucky Children’s Hospital providers. During your visit, the baby will be weighed and examined and a physician and lactation consultant will work with the new mom to develop a plant to meet her breastfeeding needs. Appointments: 859-323-6211. Location: Kentucky Clinic, second floor, Wing D, 740 S. Limestone. 24 PEDIATRIC NEPHROLOGY We understand that the impact of kidney disorders goes far beyond the initial diagnosis and treatment, so we’ve created a team of specialists who give families the support they need to deal with the long-term effects of what can be a chronic, life-changing disease. Nurses, psychologists and social workers will work with patients and their families to help them cope. Appointments: 859-323-6211, option 1. Location: Kentucky Clinic, second floor, Wing D, 740 S. Limestone. PEDIATRIC PLASTIC SURGERY The specialists in pediatric plastic surgery understand that every child is special. Every child is unique, so our specialists make sure that every child receives individual care and attention. Our world-renowned plastic surgeons use the latest techniques to correct disfiguring deformities. Appointments: 859-323-8082. Location: Kentucky Clinic, first floor, Wing C, 740 S. Limestone. PEDIATRIC PULMONOLOGY If you or your doctor suspects your child has a lung problem, our team of pulmonary specialist will evaluate, treat and manage your child’s care using the most advanced therapies and treatments available. The UK Cystic Fibrosis Clinic is located within our department and is accredited by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Appointments: 859-323-6211. Location: Kentucky Clinic, second floor, Wing D, 740 S. Limestone. DENTAL CARE FOR KIDS The UK College of Dentistry’s Pediatric Dental Clinic in Kentucky Clinic provides consultation and comprehensive care for all levels of oral/dental needs for infants, children and adolescents. Service is also available to patients with serious health issues. Appointments: 859-323-6261. Location: Kentucky Clinic, Room A219, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. THOMAS H. PINKSTAFF MEDICAL HOME CLINIC The Thomas H. Pinkstaff Medical Home Clinic (previously known as the Medical Home for Coordinated Pediatrics) provides primary medical care for: • Children in foster care • Children with special health care needs The clinic is a joint venture of the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services, the Commission of Children with Special Health Care Needs, and the UK College of Medicine Department of Pediatrics. It is named in honor of Thomas H. Pinkstaff, MD, the clinic’s first medical director. Appointments: 859-252-3270. Location: Suite 300, 333 Waller Ave., Lexington. 25 TWILIGHT DENTAL CLINIC FOR KIDS Getting high-quality dental care at a reduced price is easy at the Twilight Dental Clinic for Kids, offered by the UK College of Dentistry. The clinic offers affordable, convenient after-work or after-school evening appointments for children age 4-10. Children visiting this clinic will be seen by a student dentist who is nearing the completion of four years of training beyond a college education. The student dentist works under the close supervision of board-certified specialists in pediatric dentistry. Appointments: 859-323-6525 (Please call between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday.) Location: College of Dentistry (adjacent to UK Chandler Hospital), third floor, 800 Rose St. HIGH BMI DIAGNOSTIC CLINIC The High BMI (Body Mass Index) Clinic serves children and adolescents, age 2 to 18, who are referred by their primary care physician. The clinic provides an extensive initial evaluation including a comprehensive physical exam; a detailed family, dietary and activity history; and screening for co-morbidities associated with obesity. Information: 859-257-3971. Location: Kentucky Clinic, second floor, Wing D, 740 S. Limestone. INTERNATIONAL ADOPTION CLINIC The International Adoption Clinic specializes in the health issues associated with international adoption and helps families before, during and after their adoption. Many diseases and conditions that are rare in this country are common, or even endemic, to the countries from which U.S. families commonly adopt. Infectious diseases have been found in up to 60 percent of new adoptees. They include parasites, lead poisoning, G6PD deficiency, hepatitis B and tuberculosis. Information or preadoption evaluation appointments: E-mail Shawn Taylor, MD, at [email protected]. Post-adoption appointments: Contact Grace Florence, RN, at 859-323-6426, ext. 310. Location: Kentucky Clinic, second floor, Wing D, 740 S. Limestone. PEDIATRIC SURGERY Working with your primary care team, our experienced team of pediatric surgeons will plan and perform the surgery right here in Kentucky Children’s Hospital’s state-of-the-art pediatric surgical facilities. We know that a child’s surgery can be difficult and scary for the entire family, so we work with a team of specialists including psychologists and therapists to make sure everything about your experience is as stress-free as possible. We have even prepared a Patient’s Guide to Surgery to help patients and their families get ready for the surgery itself and the care their child will need afterward. Our specialties include gastrointestinal problems, hernias, newborn surgery, oncology, trauma, pediatric urology and laparoscopic surgery. Appointments: 859-323-5625. 26 PEDIATRIC UROLOGY Kentucky Children’s Hospital’s urology physicians address urological conditions and diseases that are present at birth or develop as a child grows. Pediatric urology provides care for both boys and girls ranging from birth to early adulthood. Appointments: 859-323-6211 (ages birth-13), 859-257-3533 (ages 13-18). Location: Kentucky Clinic, second floor, Wing D, 740 S. Limestone. SAFE KIDS FAYETTE COUNTY Safe Kids Fayette County Coalition is one of more than 650 grassroots coalitions in all 50 states and 17 countries, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico that bring together health and safety experts, educators, corporations, foundations, governments, and volunteers to educate and protect families. Among its many safety programs and activities, Safe Kids offers a free monthly car seat fitting station. The fittings are held on the second Wednesday of each month 2-4 p.m. at Auto Tech Service, 780 Winchester Road, in Lexington. SUBSPECIALTY SERVICES Specially trained pediatric physicians also offer subspecialty care in the following areas: • • • • • • • • • • • • • Adolescent Medicine Anesthesiology Asthma, allergy and immunology Cardiology Cardiothoracic Surgery Critical care Dentistry Developmental and behavioral pediatrics Ear, nose and throat (ENT) Endocrinology and metabolism Gastroenterology and nutrition Hematology/oncology Hemophilia treatment • • • • • • • • • • • • High BMI diagnostics Infectious diseases Neonatology Nephrology Neurology and Neurosurgery Newborn screening and metabolic disorders Orthopaedic Surgery Plastic surgery Pulmonology Radiology Rheumatology and muscloskeletal diseases Urology Appointments: 859-323-6211. TWILIGHT CHILDREN’S CLINIC The Twilight Children’s Clinic offers the convenience of after-hours physician services for acute (severe and sudden) symptoms such as a sore throat, earache, fever and nausea. Staffed by Kentucky Children’s Hospital pediatricians, the Twilight Children’s Clinic is open from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday and from noon to 5 p.m. on weekends and holidays. Appointments: 859-257-6730. Location: Kentucky Clinic, second floor, Wing D, 740 S. Limestone. 27 YOUNG PARENTS PROGRAM The Young Parents Program was created to address the special challenges faced by young parents. Both the young mother and her child are cared for at the same appointment, saving time and money. Services include well-baby checks, child-rearing guidance, counseling services to help young parents with the stresses of caring for a child, routine health care, gynecological care and sick visits Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. – 8 p.m., and Friday 9-11:30 a.m. Appointments: 859-323-5643. Location: Kentucky Clinic, second floor, Wing D, 740 S. Limestone. COSMETIC & RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY COSMETIC SURGERY ASSOCIATES Our board-certified plastic surgeons provide a full complement of plastic and cosmetic surgery services. Personalized skin care programs include laser rejuvenation, microdermabrasion and peels, as well as VISIA complexion analysis. Professional-level products from SkinCeuticals, Obagi and GlyDerm are available for purchase. Services include brow lift; eyelid surgery; facelift; endoscopic surgery; breast surgery including augmentation, reduction and lift; abdominal surgery; body contouring – tummy tucks and liposuction; BOTOX cosmetic; injectable fillers including Restylane, Sculptra and Radiesse; laser procedures; and computer imaging for facial procedures. Appointments: 859-257-7171. Location: 101 Prosperous Place, Suite 280, Lexington. PLASTIC SURGERY In addition to the services provided by Cosmetic Surgery Associates, our board-certified plastic surgeons offer programs and treatment for burns; reconstructive plastic surgery; and hand, head and neck, craniofacial and post-trauma maxillofacial surgery. We offer redeemable gift certificates for products and services, and financing plans are available. Appointments: 859-323-8082. Location: Kentucky Clinic, first floor, Wing C, 740 S. Limestone. DENTAL & ORAL HEALTH ADULT DENTAL CLINIC The adult dental clinic provides general and specialty dental care to adults at competitive fees. Appointments: Kentucky Clinic, 859-323-5562. Kentucky Clinic South, 859-257-9272. UK Polk-Dalton Clinic, 859-257-8801. College of Dentistry, 859-323-9707. 28 Faculty Dental Clinic, 859-323-5831. Student Dental Clinic, 859-323-6525. URGENT CARE CLINIC The College of Dentistry offers an urgent care walk-in clinic daily 7:30-9:30 a.m. This clinic offers basic services designed for the relief of acute pain. Information: 859-323-9707. Location: College of Dentistry, adjacent to UK Chandler Hospital, 800 Rose St. ENDODONTICS Our endodontics faculty members specialize in treating pulpal diseases of the anterior and posterior teeth. Services include root canal therapy and apicoectomy. Appointments: 859-323-5831. Location: Faculty Dental Clinic, College of Dentistry, first floor, 800 Rose St. ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL PATHOLOGY Patient care for oral mucosal diseases and a surgical laboratory service for oral and maxillofacial biopsy specimens specializing in oral and facial lesions. Appointments: 859-323-6101. Location: College of Dentistry, fifth floor, 800 Rose St. ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL RADIOLOGY The oral and maxillofacial radiology clinic provides radiological (X-ray) and diagnostic services requested by dentists and physicians. The clinic specializes in all phases of oral and maxillofacial radiology and oral diagnosis including cone beam computed tomography. Location: College of Dentistry, Room D103, 800 Rose St. ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY We provide comprehensive surgical treatment of all oral and maxillofacial problems, including the extraction of teeth, biopsies, and treatment of infections and injuries to the mouth, jaw and related structures. Appointments: 859-323-6080. Location: College of Dentistry, fifth floor, 800 Rose St. OROFACIAL PAIN We provide diagnosis and treatment for patients experiencing various facial pain disorders. We also offer consultation services for physicians and dentists whose patients are unresponsive to traditional therapies. Our specialties include orofacial pain and TMJ (temporomandibular joint dysfunction). Appointments: 859-323-5500. Location: College of Dentistry, fifth floor, 800 Rose St. 29 ORTHODONTICS We specialize in straightening teeth and treating jaw growth and development in children and adults. Appointments: 859-257-2760. Location: College of Dentistry, third floor, 800 Rose St. Graduate Orthodontics program Appointments: 859-323-5655. Location: College of Dentistry, fourth floor, 800 Rose St. PERIODONTICS We specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of gum diseases. We also place dental implants and perform surgical procedures to enhance the appearance of the teeth and gums. Appointments: 859-323-6193. Location:: College of Dentistry, fourth floor, 800 Rose St. PROSTHODONTICS We provide adult patients with prosthetic services that include complete dentures, removable and fixed appliances, and implants. Appointments: 859-323-5831. Location: Faculty Dental Clinic, College of Dentistry, first floor, 800 Rose St. RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY We offer a wide variety of services for adult patients, including amalgam and composite restorations, crowns, bridges, and aesthetic dentistry. Appointments: 859-323-5831. Location: College of Dentistry, Room M122B (first floor), 800 Rose St. DIABETES & ENDOCRINOLOGY ENDOCRINOLOGY & MOLECULAR MEDICINE Our physicians offer diagnosis and treatment of diabetes mellitus, thyroid disease, pituitary disease and other endocrine disorders. Our specialties include calcium and bone metabolism disorders; diabetes mellitus, including neuropathy and insulin resistance; hypercalcemia; lipid abnormalities; obesity management; pituitary diseases; thyroid disorders; and thyroid nodule and oncology. Appointments: 859-323-2232. Location: Kentucky Clinic, Wing C, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. 30 PEDIATRIC ENDOCRINOLOGY & METABOLISM Our team of specialists diagnoses and treats pediatric endocrine disorders including diabetes mellitus, growth disorders, hypopituitarism, thyroid disorders and problems of calcium metabolism. In addition to doctors and nurses, we include counselors and social workers in our team of specialists, to help kids and their families deal with every aspect of their disease, including its emotional effects. Appointments: 859-323-6211, ext. 268. Location: Kentucky Clinic, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. DIGESTIVE HEALTH DIGESTIVE The Digestive Health Program specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases affecting the digestive system. A collaborative team of gastroenterologists and surgeons provides the most advanced treatments to patients. The program offers same-day prep colonoscopies and capsule endoscopy, as well as other advanced procedures. We offer the largest group of gastroenterologists in Kentucky. Appointments: 859-323-0079. Location: Kentucky Clinic, Wing C, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. For pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition services, please refer to Children’s Health. EAR, NOSE & THROAT AUDIOLOGY & COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS Our audiology program offers a full range of audiology services for both children and adults. Audiological tests entail both basic and advanced diagnostic testing, including hearing evaluation, electrophysiological assessment and balance assessment. Our neuroaudiology program provides patients with diagnostic services of auditory processing disorders. A comprehensive rehabilitation program is available that includes assistive listening devices and hearing-aid evaluation, consultation and fitting. We also have a comprehensive cochlear implant program that provides services to patients of all ages. Appointments: 859-257-3390. Location: Kentucky Clinic, third floor, 740 S. Limestone. EAR, NOSE & THROAT / HEAD & NECK SURGERY Clinic specialists address all facets of the medical and surgical care of the ear, nose and throat region, including pediatric ear, nose and throat care; facial plastic and cosmetic surgery; head and neck cancer surgery; treatment for thyroid and parathyroid disorders; sinus disease; and treatment of major trauma and injuries of the head and neck. Appointments: 859-257-5405. Location: Kentucky Clinic, third floor, Wing B. For pediatric Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) services, see Children’s Health. 31 EMERGENCY SERVICES UK ALBERT B. CHANDLER HOSPITAL The Emergency Department (ED) at Chandler Hospital includes a Level I trauma center verified by the American College of Surgeons, one of only two in Kentucky. A Level I trauma center provides the highest level of surgical care to trauma patients and has a full range of specialists and equipment available 24 hours a day. A new emergency department opened in July 2010 on the ground floor of the new pavilion (A) at UK Chnadler Hospital. In addition to the trauma center, the Chandler ED is also home to the new Makenna David Pediatric Emergency Center, supported by specialists of Kentucky Children’s Hospital and the only 24-hour dedicated pediatric emergency and trauma care center in Eastern Kentucky. Board-certified emergency medicine physicians and pediatric nurses take care of infants and children in this child-friendly area that has a separate waiting entrance and treatment areas. Private exam rooms have flat screen TVs and soon, video games. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 for immediate assistance. Information: 859-257-1000. Location: 1000 S. Limestone, Lexington. GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL The UK Good Samaritan Emergency Department offers a variety of emergency services in a community-hospital atmosphere focused on quality, efficiency and patient care. We offer a fast-track service for urgent but non-life-threatening medical problems. Our experienced physicians are board certified in either family practice or emergency medicine and are able to treat patients of all ages. We also offer emergency help for mental health needs. Information: 859-257-1000 or 1-800-333-8874 (toll free). Location: 310 S. Limestone, Lexington. EYE CARE OPHTHALMOLOGY & VISUAL SCIENCES Providing medical and surgical services for ocular diseases and eye disorders. Our subspecialties include retinal and vitreous problems, corneal and external disease, glaucoma, pediatric ophthalmology, and ophthalmic pathology services. Appointments: 859-323-5867 (Lexington); 859-624-3937 (Richmond). Locations: 32 • Lexington – Kentucky Clinic, third floor, Wing C, 740 S. Limestone. • Richmond – 920 Barnes Mill Road, Suite D. LASER VISION CORRECTION AND CATARACT REMOVAL Dr. John D. Conklin Jr., a board-certified UK ophthalmologist specializing in refractive and cataract surgery using the most advanced technology available. He also provides customized LASIK and LASEK. Dr. Conklin also specializes in cataract surgery using premium intraocular lenses. Appointments: 859-257-2020. Location: Kentucky Clinic South, 2400 Greatstone Point, Lexington. GLAUCOMA Trabectome is a new, minimally invasive surgical procedure designed to reduce pressure in the eye and stabilize vision. UK’s Dr. Sunil Deokule, a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in glaucoma, is the only ophthalmologist in Kentucky currently performing this procedure. Appointments: 859-323-5867. Location: Kentucky Clinic, third floor, Wing C, 740 S. Limestone. UK HEALTHCARE EYE CENTER – RICHMOND Providing general eye care, pediatric eye care and specialty services in cornea, glaucoma and retina disorders. Appointments: 859-624-EYES (3937). Location: Suite D, 920 Barnes Mill Road, Richmond, Ky. UK HEALTHCARE JESSAMINE EYE CLINIC Providing comprehensive ophthalmology service for children and adults. Appointments: 859-881-1400. Location: Suite 103, 100 John Sutherland Drive, Nicholasville, Ky. UNIVERSITY OPTICAL SHOP University Optical offers a wide selection of eyewear and accessories to fit your lifestyle and budget. Designer frames, high-quality lenses, fashion sunwear, and eyeglass repairs and adjustments are all part of our full-service optical shop. Contact lenses may also be purchased at University Optical with a valid contact lens prescription. Ask about our pricing specials for multiple lens purchases. We also offer non-prescription reading glasses, non-prescription sunglasses, sport/recreation goggles, custom-fit prescription lenses, eyewear for children/infants, and frame/lens options for computer use. Information: 859-323-3045. Location: Kentucky Clinic, first floor, 740 S. Limestone. 33 FAMILY DOCTORS & PRIMARY CARE UK HealthCare has several options for establishing a primary care physician for you and your family. All services are offered at the Kentucky Clinic, 740 S. Limestone and are available to new or established patients. Primary Care is also offered at other locations. See listing below for detailed offerings. FAMILY & COMMUNITY MEDICINE Offering continuing and comprehensive health care and preventive services for the entire family. These include the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses and injuries for adults and children, routine gynecology services, maternity care, well-child care, immunizations, preventive check-ups, certain minor surgeries, mental health services, and primary care hospital services. Care is provided in consultation with subspecialists when needed. Appointments: 859-323-6371. Locations: • Kentucky Clinic, Room K302, third floor, 740 S. Limestone. • Kentucky Clinic South, 2400 Greatstone Point, Lexington. • UK Polk-Dalton Clinic, 217 Elm Tree Lane, Lexington. • UK Family Care Center, 1135 Red Mile Place, Lexington. GENERAL INTERNAL MEDICINE Provides diagnosis, treatment and management of patients from adolescence through adult age. The clinic specializes in primary care, wellness and prevention, and care of patients with chronic medical conditions. Appointments: 859-323-0303. MED-PEDS CLINIC The doctors at our med-peds clinic have unique training, enabling them to care for a person throughout their entire life. They are board-certified in both internal medicine and pediatrics specializing in both routine and complicated health problems in patients of all ages. Appointments: 859-323-0257. Location: University Health Services Building, Suite 304, 830 S. Limestone. GENERAL PEDIATRICS Our pediatricians and everyone who works on the pediatric team are experts in the special needs of children. From primary care needs to specialty care, we work with families to keep kids healthy and happy. Appointments: 859-323-6211. CENTER FOR ADVANCEMENT OF WOMEN’S HEALTH Created specifically for women, the center offers high-quality comprehensive medical service for women and includes the Well Woman Clinic, a convenient option for busy and active women between the ages of 40-64 who have no active health disorders. The Well 34 Woman Clinic offers everything a woman requires annually, including an annual exam and pap smear, a mammography screening, a DEXA bone density exam and laboratory tests as needed in one convenient half-day appointment. Appointments: 859-323-3900. THE EXECUTIVE HEALTH PROGRAM For companies that arrange for the service by contract, this program provides yearly physical exams, health care assessments and disease risk-factor determinations for employees. Whenever possible, program coordinators arrange exams for completion in a single morning for maximum convenience. Information: 859-257-1000 or 1-800-333-8874 (toll free). HOSPITALIST PROGRAM Patients staying at any UK HealthCare hospital and Kentucky Children’s Hospital benefit from our hospitalists – hospital-based physicians who work with the patient’s doctor to make sure each patient receives the individualized care needed. Studies have shown that the presence of hospitalists shortens hospital stays and improves care. Available at all times, our hospitalists work to ensure each patient receives compassionate treatment that is sensitive to his or her needs and beliefs. This level of care does not stop when the patient leaves the hospital; we continue to work with the patient’s doctor to ensure all the equipment, professional assistance and education needed post-discharge is readily available. Information: 859-257-1000. HEADACHE & PAIN MANAGEMENT ANESTHESIOLOGY & PAIN MANAGEMENT Our physicians provide complete advanced anesthesiology services for all surgical procedures performed at UK HealthCare, from minor outpatient procedures to major operations. The department also provides comprehensive pain management for postoperative, chronic and cancer-related pain syndromes. For pediatric anesthesiology, please refer to Children’s Health. UK INTERVENTIONAL PAIN ASSOCIATES The physicians at Interventional Pain Associates provide comprehensive pain management for a variety of conditions. Appointments: 859-257-1000 or 1-800-333-8874 (toll free). Location: UK Good Samaritan Hospital, 310 S. Limestone. 35 HEADACHE & PAIN CLINIC We provide specialized care for patients suffering from neurologically related chronic pain syndromes. The UK Headache & Pain Clinic is the only comprehensive headache clinic in Kentucky. Clinic physicians use BOTOX and peripheral nerve and muscle injections for refractory syndromes. Patients can receive same-day urgent IV or IM therapies on a walk-in basis. Clinical research trials are available. Appointments: 859-323-5661. Location: Kentucky Neuroscience Institute Clinic, Kentucky Clinic, first floor, 740 S. Limestone. HEART & VEIN GILL HEART INSTITUTE The UK Gill Heart Institute unites high-quality clinical heart care with leading-edge heart health research. We’re working toward becoming one of the Top 10 public cardiovascular facilities in the nation. By applying our research successes to clinical care, our high-ranking doctors and staff provide patients with the most modern and technologically advanced concepts of heart and circulatory health. Appointments: 859-257-1000. Location: Linda & Jack Gill Building, adjacent to UK Chandler Hospital, 800 Rose St. CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE Specialties of our cardiovascular physicians include ankle/brachial index (ABI) testing, ablations, arrhythmia management, bi-ventricular pacing, carotid stenting, complex rhythm mapping and evaluation, cryoablation, diagnostic catheterization, echocardiography (transthoracic, transesophageal), electrocardiograms (EKG), Holter monitors, implanted cardiac defibrillators (ICD), checks and programming, interventional cardiology, patent foramen ovale/atrial septal defect (PFO/ASD) closures, pacemakers, peripheral vascular interventions, and stress testing. Appointments: 859-323-5479. Location: Gill Heart Institute, 800 Rose St. CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY Our physicians provide comprehensive surgical treatments for coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, congenital heart disease, thoracic and pulmonary diseases, esophageal disease, and disease of the mediastinum pleura, chest wall and diaphragm. We also provide trauma care and the management, including transplantation, of patients with end-stage heart and lung disease. Appointments: 859-323-6494. Location: Linda and Jack Gill Building, Room G100, 800 Rose St. For pediatric cardiothoracic surgery, please see Kentucky Children’s Hospital Congenital Heart Program. 36 ADVANCED CARDIAC IMAGING PROGRAM The Gill Heart Institute offers a wide array of cardiovascular imaging using CT scanners and MRI machines. Both offer minimally invasive ways to see the heart and to determine whether there are any problems or blockages in the heart. Conditions are diagnosed more accurately than with invasive techniques, as the machines provide a clearer picture of the heart. The imaging center provides state-of-the-art technology to help physicians determine the best plan of care for their patient’s heart health. Appointments: 859-257-1000. Location: Gill Imaging Center, Linda and Jack Gill Building, ground floor, 800 Rose St. CARDIAC REHABILITATION After a cardiac event, the Gill Heart Institute’s cardiac rehabilitation program is there to help. A variety of equipment is used including treadmills, elliptical trainers, stationary bicycles and a weight system. During each session, the patient is monitored by the staff to ensure safety as well as progress. Our staff includes a physician, an exercise physiologist, a cardiac nurse, a rehabilitation assistant and dietitians. Appointments: 859-257-1000. Location: UK Good Samaritan PAC Building, 135 E. Maxwell Street, Lexington. PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY Using state-of-the-art technology and techniques, our pediatric cardiologists diagnose and evaluate your child’s heart condition and develop the most advanced treatment plan possible. The entire team of cardiac specialists is focused on one goal: healing your child’s heart. Our specialties include arrhythmia detection, cardiac catheterization and interventions, congenital and acquired heart disease, fetal-perinatal cardiology, non-invasive procedures including echocardiography (transthoracic, transesophageal and fetal), electrocardiography, exercise-stress testing, rhythm disturbances, pacemakers, and invasive electrophysiological study and ablation of abnormal electrical pathways. See also Kentucky Children’s Heart Center. PEDIATRIC PACEMAKER CLINIC For children who have pacemakers, this specialized clinic is available to check and monitor your child’s pacemaker. If problems are detected, adjustments will be made as needed. Appointments: 859-323-6754, Option 1. Locations: Kentucky Clinic, second floor, Wing D, 740 S. Limestone. See also Kentucky Children’s Hospital. 37 VASCULAR SURGERY Our vascular surgery physicians treat all the blood vessels outside the brain and heart. We are committed to providing you the best care and the most advanced treatment options. Our team offers an array of treatment plans, including conservative management of the causes and risk factors of vascular disease. For very progressive vascular disease treatment, options include interventional and minimally invasive procedures. Our specialties include peripheral vascular disease, cartoid artery disease, aortic aneurism, renal artery disease, varicose veins, venous insufficiency and lymphedema. Appointments: 859-257-1000. Location: Kentucky Clinic, Wing D, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. VEIN CLINIC The Vein Clinic offers help for a variety of vein-related problems, including varicose veins, venous insufficiency and venous stasis. Experts also can help patients requesting sclerotherapy. Appointments: 859-218-2564. Location: Good Samaritan Medical Office Building, second floor, 125 E. Maxwell St. IMAGING/RADIOLOGY RADIOLOGY Our physicians provide diagnostic imaging services using conventional radiography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound, radionuclide imaging, and therapeutic interventional procedures employing radiological techniques. Our advanced and patient-friendly equipment includes digital mammography, digital radiography and open bore MRI, which enables the imaging of patients up to 550 pounds. Our specialties include breast imaging and intervention, interventional neuroradiology, interventional radiology including computerized tomography (CT) and ultrasound-guided procedures, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear medicine, pediatric radiology and positron emission tomography/computerized tomography (PET/CT). Appointments: 859-323-5377. INFECTIOUS DISEASE INFECTIOUS DISEASE Our physicians specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of infectious diseases. They have special expertise in the treatment of immunocompromised patients and in emerging infectious disease problems. Specialties include antibiotic resistance, antibiotic utilization, fungal infections, HIV/AIDS, infection control, nosocomial infections, osteomyelitis, pneumonia, pseudomembranous colitis, sexually transmitted diseases, tuberculosis and viral infections. Appointments: 859-323-5544. Location: Kentucky Clinic, fifth floor, Wing D, 740 S. Limestone. 38 PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASE Because children’s immune systems function differently from those of adults, sick children need specialists in pediatric infectious disease care. When your child’s doctor suspects an infectious disease such as a viral, bacterial, fungal or protozoal/parasitic infection or an immunological disorder, our specialists join your team to diagnose and treat the illness. Working with state-of-the-art labs and diagnostic technology, our team of doctors, nurses and therapists will work to treat the disease and its symptoms. Our specialties include bone and joint infections, fever of unknown origin, infections in immunocompromised patients, lymphadenitis, meningitis, pneumonia, recurrent infections, tick-transmitted infections, tuberculosis and viral infections. Appointments: 859-323-6211. Location: Kentucky Clinic, Wing D, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. KIDNEY & URINARY NEPHROLOGY Our physicians provide diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients with acute or chronic renal failure, nephrotic syndrome, hypertension, hypokalemia, hyponatremia and acid-base disturbances. Appointments: 859-323-5311. Location: Kentucky Clinic, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. PEDIATRIC NEPHROLOGY We understand that the impact of kidney disorders goes far beyond the initial diagnosis and treatment, so we’ve created a team of specialists that gives families the support they need to deal with the long-term effects of what can be a chronic, life-changing disease. Nurses, psychologists and social workers work with patients and their families to cope with these lifestyle changes. Appointments: 859-323-6211. Location: Kentucky Clinic, second floor, Wing D, 740 S. Limestone. UROLOGICAL SURGERY Our physicians offer state-of-the-art diagnosis and treatment methods for genitourinary disorders, and have special expertise in minimally invasive treatments for many of these disorders. Minimally invasive prostatectomy is an advanced surgical option available for prostate cancer patients. Our services include general urology, urologic oncology (genitourinary cancer), prostate cancer surgical options, women’s urologic health, urinary incontinence, neurogenic bladder, and treatment of kidney and ureteral stones. Appointments: 859-257-3533. Location: Kentucky Clinic, Wing C, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. 39 LAB MEDICINE See Pathology LUNGS & BREATHING LUNG/THORACIC CANCER See Cancer, Lung/Thoracic Cancer PEDIATRIC PULMONOLOGY If you or your doctor suspects your child has a problem with his or her lungs, our team of pulmonary specialists will evaluate, treat and manage your child’s care using the most advanced therapies and treatments available. Our specialties include acute lung injury, apnea of infancy, asthma, bronchiectasis, bronchiolitis, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, cystic fibrosis, pediatric bronchoscopy, pediatric pulmonology function testing, sleep-related respiratory disorders and sudden infant death syndrome. PEDIATRIC PULMONARY FUNCTION AND SLEEP LABORATORY State-of-the-art facilities for performing and interpreting lung function tests are available for infants and children. Our Sleep Laboratory, located at UK Good Samaritan Hospital, allows us to monitor sleeping children so that we can diagnose their condition and design a comprehensive treatment program. CYSTIC FIBROSIS CLINIC The cystic fibrosis team works with more than 175 patients and is dedicated to working with the most advanced therapies to improve the life of every patient. Appointments: 859-323-6211. Location: Kentucky Clinic, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. PULMONARY Our physicians offer the full scope of inpatient and outpatient services involving the diagnostic evaluation and clinical management of respiratory disorders. Diagnostic aspects include routine pulmonary function testing and evaluation of all lung diseases, including related and interrelated pulmonary evaluation of interstitial lung disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, infectious lung disease, drug-related pulmonary disorders and carcinoma of the lung. Appointments: 859-323-9555. Location:: Kentucky Clinic, Wing D, fifth floor, 740 S. Limestone. For pediatric pulmonology, please refer to Children’s Health. 40 MENTAL HEALTH PSYCHIATRY Our physicians provide a full range of clinical services for children and adults. The department’s multidisciplinary faculty is active in a variety of clinical and research interests in biological psychiatry, pharmacotherapy and behavior therapy including cognitive therapy. The department’s facilities include an outpatient clinic located at Blazer Parkway and an inpatient unit for adolescents (age 12-18) and adults housed at UK Good Samaritan Hospital. We offer programs and treatment for adolescents, adult affective disorders, adult psychopharmacology, anxiety disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, child abuse, child diagnostics, depression, eating disorders, family mediation and evaluation, family therapy, individual and group psychotherapy, personality disorders, psychosomatic disorders, and schizophrenia. Appointments: 859-257-1000. Outpatient clinic: 3470 Blazer Parkway, Lexington. Adolescent and adult inpatient care: UK Good Samaritan Hospital, 310 S. Limestone. MENTAL HEALTH LINE The resource and referral line at 859-457-0022 is available 24 hours a day to the UK family. Students, faculty, employees and their families are encouraged to call if they are worried about themselves, a friend or a family member’s mental health, including possible danger of committing suicide. Calls are confidential. OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health provides consultation in the areas of preventive medicine, travel medicine, occupational health, and environment-related health problems. • We evaluate and and manage anticipated health problems and identify occupational and lifestyle hazards and environment-related disorders. • We emphasize individual health maintenance in our approach to the promotion of good health. • We assist companies in identification of workplace health hazards, cost-effective preventive health programs, and fringe benefit packages for employees. Specialities: clinical evaluation for development of a preventive health plan, clinical evaluation for foreign travel, consultation of workplace or environmental exposures, development of worksite health promotion programs, health wellness service for individuals and worksites, occupation-related examinations including black lung, hazardous exposure, independent medical exams, periodic and interim pre-placement, respirator clearance and worker’s compensation, and travel medicine. Appointments: 859-257-5166 Location: Kentucky Clinic South, 2400 Greatstone Point, Lexington 41 PATHOLOGY PATHOLOGY & LABORATORY MEDICINE Our physicians provide diagnostic laboratory services for UK Chandler Hospital and consultative services for physicians throughout Kentucky. We provide special expertise in the following pathologies: anatomical, clinical, neurological, forensic, dermatological, cardiovascular, surgical and immunological (hematology and toxicology). Appointments: 859-323-5425. Location: UK Chandler Hospital, Room MS-117, 800 Rose St. PHARMACY KENTUCKY CLINIC PHARMACY The Kentucky Clinic Pharmacy is a full-service outpatient pharmacy that also provides medication education; administers influenza, pneumococcal and shingles vaccines; and supports UK smoking cessation programs. Sundry items are available for purchase. There is also a Student and Employee Health Pharmacy. Both pharmacies offer over-the-counter items for sale, and the Student and Employee Health Pharmacy offers some sundry items for your convenience. Kentucky Clinic Pharmacy Call: 859-323-5854. Location:: Kentucky Clinic, first floor. Student and Employee Health Pharmacy Call: 859-257-6451. Location: University Health Service Building, 830 S. Limestone. PHARMACY BENEFITS PROGRAM The Human Resources office has a pharmacist available to counsel UK Health Plan participants on their medication choices. Through this free service, a pharmacist will review your medications, check for drug-to-drug interactions and make recommendations that may lower your overall cost. Recommendations can be made to switch to a preferred formulary brand from a non-preferred brand, or to switch to a generic choice. While there is not always a generic choice available, there may be other drugs in the same therapeutic class that have lower cost alternatives. The pharmacist can forward these recommended changes to your prescriber for consideration. Controlling medication costs encourages proper medication use and may improve your overall health and reduce the possibility of medical complications. To speak with a pharmacist, call 859-323-1493. 42 PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHAB PHYSICIAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION Our physicians work with patients who have severe neurological or musculoskeletal impairments. Our goal is to restore each patient to the highest possible level of medical, psychological, social and vocational function. A multidisciplinary team approach is used in all aspects of care. Patients will be treated by a physiatrist, a specially-trained therapist. Programs include back pain evaluation, comprehensive rehabilitation services, disability determination, electrodiagnosis program, pain rehabilitation program and sports injury rehabilitation. Appointments: 859-257-3573. Location: Kentucky Clinic, Wing C, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. REHABILITATION SERVICES The UK Rehabilitation Services team offers inpatient and outpatient treatment in a centralized location. Service areas include sports physical therapy, occupational therapy and physical therapy. Physician and individual referrals are accepted. Our specialties include dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) assessment and management, visual/perceptual evaluation and retraining, neuromuscular re-education, environmental modification recommendations, hand therapy, therapeutic exercise, joint and soft tissue mobilization, neurophysiological rehabilitation, gait training, heat/cryotherapy, ultrasound and phonophoresis (controlling tendon inflammation), electrical stimulation, splint and orthotic (corrective device) fabrication, and wound care. Appointments: 859-257-1776. PODIATRY PODIATRY Our podiatry services are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to the foot, ankle and lower leg. Our physicians offer expertise on a wide variety of conditions, including: • • • • • • • • Fractures and dislocations Tendon injuries and ruptures Foot and ankle deformities Foot and ankle reconstruction Sports injuries Wound care Foot and ankle pain Diabetic limb salvage Clinics offering podiatry care include Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine, Plastic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, and UK Good Samaritan’s Surgical Specialty and Wound Care clinics. See individual clinic entries for locations and contact numbers. 43 RHEUMATOLOGY AND MUSCULOSKELETAL DISEASES RHEUMATOLOGY UK Rheumatology offers expertise in the diagnosis and management of arthritis and connective tissue diseases. Individualized programs are developed to improve mobility, prevent disability, and enable patients to cope with their diseases. Specialties include: ankylosing spondylitis, connective tissue diseases, fibromyalgia, gout, immune complex disease, infectious arthritis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, polyarteritis nodosa, polymyalgia rheumatica, psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus, scleroderma, Sjogren’s syndrome, psoriatic arthritis, Wegener’s granulomatosis Appointments: 859-323-3900 Location: Kentucky Clinic, Room B218, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. PEDIATRIC RHEUMATOLOGY AND MUSCULOSKELETAL DISEASES The Kentucky Children’s Hospital rheumatology and musculoskeletal diseases clinic offers evaluation, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up for children with rheumatologic as well as inflammatory disorders such as fever with unknown cause, periodic fever syndrome, joint swelling, acute arthritis, reactive arthritis, acute rheumatic fever, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA), chronic arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, spondyloarthropathy, other chronic arthritis, juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM), morphea, scleroderma, mixed connective tissue disease, uveitis, vasculitis, hypermobility syndrome and limb pain, and pain from rheumatic disorders. Appointments: 859-323-6211 Location: Kentucky Clinic, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. SLEEP CENTER SLEEP CENTER The UK Good Samaritan Sleep Disorders Center can help diagnose and manage most sleep disorders, including those of children. We offer clinical evaluation for problems related to daytime sleepiness and disturbed sleep. If indicated by the referring physician’s evaluation, polysomnographic testing (sleep studies) can be undertaken for sleep-related breathing disorders, such as sleep apnea. Sleep studies are conducted in private rooms with a bathroom, television and Tempur-Pedic beds. The tests are painless and are monitored by our Respiratory Therapy Sleep Center staff, which includes a medical director, a pediatric medical director, a clinical coordinator, a clinical supervisor and eight respiratory therapy sleep technicians. Appointments: Please contact your primary care physician, who will refer you to us and will provide us with a current medical history to ensure proper evaluation and testing. If you do not have a primary care physician or if you have any other questions, please contact us at 859-226-7006. Location: UK Good Samarian Hospital, 310 S. Limestone. 44 STROKE UK STROKE CENTER Stroke is the third leading cause of death in Kentucky, and when a stroke happens, it’s important to get treatment quickly. At the UK Stroke Center, our stroke specialists are available 24 hours a day to make sure every stroke is treated immediately. Our multidisciplinary stroke team stays on the leading edge of stroke treatment, using the latest technology and clot-busting drugs to treat strokes before they cause brain damage. Stroke patients at the Kentucky Neuroscience Institute have access not only to the region’s top doctors, but also to the most advanced medical technology. KNI was the first health care center in the region to operate the Merci® Retrieval System, a leading-edge tool for removing potentially lethal blood clots in the brain. If you think you are experiencing a stroke, please call 9-1-1 immediately. SURGERY GENERAL SURGERY Our physicians provide all aspects of patient care related to each field of general surgery, including gastrointestinal, surgical oncology, vascular, and trauma and critical care surgery. Appointments: 859-257-3253. Location: Kentucky Clinic, Kentucky Clinic, Wing D, Room L202, 740 S. Limestone. CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY Our physicians provide comprehensive surgical treatments for coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, congenital heart disease, thoracic and pulmonary diseases, esophageal disease, and disease of the mediastinum pleura, chest wall and diaphragm. We also provide trauma care and the management of patients with end-stage heart and lung disease, including transplantation. Appointments: 859-323-6494. Location: Gill Heart Institute, Room G100, first floor, 800 Rose St. See also Kentucky Children’s Heart Center. DERMATOLOGY UK Surgery is pleased to announce the addition of a division of dermatology where the focus is providing the best possible treatment for ailments related to the largest organ of the human body – the skin. Our doctors have special expertise in the diagnosis and management of complex disorders, including autoimmune blistering diseases, connective tissue diseases, skin cancer and childhood skin diseases. UKHC dermatologists are experts in treating skin diseases such as cutaneous lymphoma, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and vitiligo as well as short-term and preventive care that help keep skin healthy and strong. Appointments: 859-257-1000 Location: Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Office Building, 125 East Maxwell Street, Suite 302 45 EAR, NOSE & THROAT / HEAD & NECK SURGERY Our physicians address all facets of the medical and surgical care of the ear, nose and throat region, including pediatric ear, nose and throat care, facial plastic and cosmetic surgery, head and neck cancer surgery, treatment for thyroid and parathyroid disorders and sinus disease, and treatment of major trauma and injuries of the head and neck. Appointments: 859-257-5405. Location: Kentucky Clinic, Wing B, third floor, 740 S. Limestone. MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY UK HealthCare has assembled experts in minimally invasive surgery from all surgical disciplines. Skilled surgeons, combined with state-of-the-art imaging and technology, offer our patients the best in MIS care. The number and scope of surgeries that can be completed with MIS techniques continues to increase. Surgical disciplines offering MIS techniques in their practice at UK include the following: gastrointestinal surgery, neurosurgery, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatric surgery, vascular surgery, plastic surgery, urology, thoracic surgery, and transplant surgery. Information: 859-257-3253. NEUROSURGERY Our physicians provide diagnosis and management of a wide spectrum of conditions involving the brain, spine and nervous system. We offer treatment for the following disorders: cerebral aneurysms, carotid stenosis, stroke, intervertebral disc herniations, brain and spinal cord tumors, peripheral nerve entrapment, hydrocephalus, myelomeningocele, spasticity and intractable epilepsy. We also offer stereotactic surgery, spinal fixation for trauma or metastasis, microsurgery, laser surgery, interstitial radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and Gamma Knife radiosurgery. Our highly experienced team of surgeons can treat children and adults. Our team of world-renowned neurosurgeons uses the most advanced surgical techniques to treat brain diseases and disorders. UK GAMMA KNIFE CENTER Kentucky’s only Gamma Knife Center performs a revolutionary method of brain surgery that does not require general anesthesia or even an incision. The Gamma Knife’s noninvasive method also offers new hope to patients with inoperable neurological disorders. Information or appointments: 859-257-3534. Location: Ben F. Roach Cancer Care Facility, Markey Cancer Center, 800 Rose St. ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY We provide comprehensive surgical treatment of all oral and maxillofacial problems, including the removal of teeth and tumors and the treatment of infections and injuries to the mouth, jaw and related structures. Appointments: 859-323-6101. Location: College of Dentistry, Room D508, 800 Rose St. 46 ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY Our physicians treat a variety of musculoskeletal diseases and conditions, ranging from fractures to complex reconstructions, and microvascular and microneural surgery of the extremities. Appointments: 859-323-5533. PEDIATRIC SURGERY Also see Children’s Health. PLASTIC SURGERY Adults Our board-certified plastic surgeons provide a full complement of plastic and cosmetic surgery services, including programs and treatment for burns, plastic surgery, and hand, head, neck and craniofacial surgery. Children The specialists in pediatric plastic surgery understand that every child is special. Every child is unique, so our specialists make sure that every child receives individual care and attention. Our world-renowned plastic surgeons use the latest techniques to correct disfiguring deformities. Appointments: 859-323-8082. Location: Kentucky Clinic, first floor, Wing C, 740 S. Limestone. SURGICAL SPECIALTIES AT UK GOOD SAMARITAN UK HealthCare provides several surgical specialties at its Good Samaritan location. Parking is convenient and free. Our specialties at Good Samaritan include ENT, urology, vascular, thyroid and parathyroid surgery. Appointments: 859-218-2774 or 859-218-2775. TRANSPLANT SURGERY The UK Transplant Center has provided transplantation services since 1964 and is the only center located in Central and Eastern Kentucky. Our surgeons perform more than 130 transplants each year. The faculty and staff of the Transplant Center specialize in the transplantation of all major solid organs, including the heart, lung, kidney, pancreas and liver. Appointments: 859-323-1691. Location: UK Chandler Hospital, Room C416 (fourth floor), 800 Rose St. UROLOGICAL SURGERY Our physicians offer state-of-the-art diagnosis and treatment methods for genitourinary disorders, and have special expertise in minimally invasive treatments for many of these disorders. Minimally invasive prostatectomy is an advanced surgical option available for prostate cancer patients. Our areas of expertise include urologic oncology (cancer of the kidney, adrenal, bladder, testis or penis) and non-cancerous problems such as kidney stones, prostate enlargement, incontinence, female bladder problems and neurogenic bladder. 47 Our services include general urology, urologic oncology (genitourinary cancer), prostate cancer surgical options, women’s urologic health, urinary incontinence, neurogenic bladder, and treatment of kidney and ureteral stones. Appointments: 859-257-3533. Location: Kentucky Clinic, Wing C, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. VASCULAR SURGERY Our physicians treat of all the blood vessels outside the brain and heart. We are committed to providing you the best care and the most advanced treatment options. Our team offers an array of treatment plans, including conservative management of the causes and risk factors of vascular disease. For very progressive vascular disease treatment, options include interventional and minimally invasive procedures. Our specialties include peripheral vascular disease, carotid artery disease, aortic aneurism, renal artery disease, varicose veins, venous insufficiency and lymphedema. Appointments: 859-257-1000. Location: Kentucky Clinic, Wing D, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. TRANSPLANT UK TRANSPLANT CENTER The UK Transplant Center has provided transplantation services since 1964 and is the only center located in Central and Eastern Kentucky. Our surgeons perform more than 130 transplants each year. The faculty and staff of the Transplant Center specialize in the transplantation of all major solid organs, including the heart, lung, kidney, pancreas and liver. Appointments: 859-323-1691. Location: UK Chandler Hospital, Room C416, fourth floor, 800 Rose St. BLOOD & MARROW TRANSPLANT Blood disorders require specialized care and advanced treatment methods. Our hematologic specialty team specializes in treating patients with blood disorders and cancers, as well as patients requiring blood and marrow transplants. Appointments: 859-257-6006. Location: Roach Building, first floor, Markey Cancer Center, 800 Rose St. TRAUMA TRAUMA PROGRAM Our Trauma Program is an American College of Surgeons-accredited adult and pediatric Level I trauma center. We are one of only two Level I centers serving the needs of Kentuckians and the only certified pediatric Level I trauma center in the state. It is the only center providing tertiary care for central and southeastern Kentucky. UK Chandler Hospital Trauma Center is committed to providing timely, high-quality and cost-effective care for patients with complex, multisystem trauma or single-system trauma requiring specialized surgical services. 48 WOMEN’S HEALTH CENTER FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF WOMEN’S HEALTH The Center for the Advancement of Women’s Health offers care specially designed by women, for women. Appointments: 859-323-3900. Location: Kentucky Clinic, second floor, 740 S. Limestone. KENTUCKY WOMEN’S HEALTH RESEARCH REGISTRY Women can participate in the Kentucky Women’s Health Registry and clinical trials by filling out a 20-minute survey at www.kywomensregistry.com. The registry provides insight into previously unexamined women’s health issues, and more is learned about women’s health each time a survey is completed. WELL WOMAN CLINIC The Center for Advancement of Women’s Health offers a Well Woman Clinic where all of your annual exams and tests are done in one morning appointment, saving you valuable time. A physician specializing in women’s health handles your annual exam and Pap smear, laboratory tests as needed (blood/urine analysis), mammogram screening, and DEXA bone density exam/interpretation (for women 50 and older). This convenient option is available to healthy women between the ages of 40 and 64. Appointments: 859-257-1000 or 1-800-333-8874 (toll free). COMPREHENSIVE BREAST CARE CENTER We understand how women, and men, feel when faced with the possibility of a breast cancer diagnosis. Should a mammogram reveal breast cancer, or if your doctor wants further tests, the Comprehensive Breast Care Center has a team of specialists working together in a single location to provide timely and accurate care from evaluation and diagnosis to treatment planning. Appointments: 859-323-2222. Location: Whitney-Hendrickson Building, second floor, Markey Cancer Center, 800 Rose St. Location: Kentucky Clinic South, 2400 Greatstone Point, Lexington. OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY UK Obstetrics & Gynecology offers dedicated women’s care from adolescent gynecology through menopause and a full range of pregnancy services from routine care and delivery to unanticipated pregnancy needs such as infertility treatments and care of high-risk pregnancies. In addition, the program also provides comprehensive gynecologic care through all stages of a woman’s life: from adolescence through menopause and beyond. Specialty services include adolescent gynecology, infertility, midlife health, minimally invasive hysterectomy, and advanced robotic procedures. 49 In an effort to improve the level of care to our patients, we combined all of our OB/GYN services in one convenient location. In addition to providing a full range of services, the new location offers easy access and free onsite parking. Locations: • Women’s Health Obstetrics and Gynecology UK Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Office Building 125 E. Maxwell St., Suite 140 Appointments: 859-323-0005 • Gynecological Oncology Whitney Hendrickson Building, Third Floor Markey Cancer Center, 800 Rose St. Appointments: 859-323-5553 • UK Polk-Dalton Clinic 217 Elm Tree Lane Appointments: 859-257-8801 • UK HealthCare – Georgetown Landmark Office Complex 202 Bevins Lane Georgetown, Ky. Appointments: 859-323-9333 • North Fork Valley Community Health Center 750 Morton Blvd. Hazard, Ky. Appointments: 606-439-1559 REPRODUCTIVE ENDOCRINOLOGY Our physicians provide care and treatment of reproductive and endocrine health issues such as menstrual abnormalities, infertility, premenstrual syndrome, abnormal uterine bleeding, endometriosis, genital ambiguity, hormone problems, infertility and menopause. Services include insemination, in vitro fertilization (IVF), myomectomy, ovulation induction and reconstructive vaginal surgery. Appointments: 859-323-0005 Location: UK Good Samaritan Medical Office Building, 125 E. Maxwell St., Suite 140, Lexington HIGH-RISK OBSTETRICS PROGRAM/MATERNAL-FETAL MEDICINE If you or your primary physician determine you need a high-risk obstetrics program, it’s important to choose one that has the ability to cope with your specific issue and whatever health issues your baby might face at birth. Our team of experts provides extensive ultrasound services, amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling and prenatal diagnosis genetic counseling service. Should you have complications during delivery, it is important to be in a hospital that has a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) with the highest level of trained specialists possible. Kentucky Children’s Hospital has the only Level III NICU in the Bluegrass area. If you have complications during delivery, you will not only have the skills of the maternal-fetal medicine faculty but also the highly skilled faculty of the NICU caring for your baby. Our maternal-fetal physicians specialize in prenatal diagnosis and management of pregnancy risk factors such as gestational diabetes, multiple gestations, hypertension, vascular disease and early delivery. Appointments: 859-323-0005. Location: UK Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Office Building, 125 E. Maxwell St., Suite 140, Lexington 50 UK BIRTHING CENTER UK Birthing Center is the leading facility in Central Kentucky specializing in high-risk pregnancies and deliveries. In addition to the newly renovated labor and delivery facilities, we have the only Level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) in the region. Your birthing experience will begin in one of our private labor, delivery and recovery rooms, or one of our operating rooms designated for cesarean births. The Birthing Center has a dedicated anesthesia staff with an anesthesiologist available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Tours are held every Tuesday from 1 to 2 p.m. and once a month on Thursday evenings. Call 859-257-5168 to sign up. You also can take an online tour of the birthing center at ukhealthcare.uky.edu/womenshealth/birthcenter.asp. Pregnancy & Beyond Newsletter This free weekly electronic newsletter guides expectant and new parents through each week of pregnancy and the first year of their baby’s life. It also offers other pregnancy-related information, news and resources, announcements from our parent education staff, and access to hospital classes and tour information. Go to ukhealthcare.uky.edu/newsletter to sign up. Childbirth Education Program We offer a wide variety of childbirth education classes and support resources. Our educational programs assist expectant parents and their support networks to better anticipate the physical, emotional and lifestyle changes of having a baby. For information or to register for a class: 859-323-2750. Location: UK Chandler Hospital, Room HA-302, third floor. UK June Buchanan Medical Clinic This community healthcare center offers a wide range of medical services to residents of Knott and surrounding counties, including medical, dental and lab services. An on-site pharmacy is also available. Appointments: 606-785-3175. Location: 50 Cowtown Road, Hindman, Ky. WOUND CARE The Wound Care Clinic is a unique outpatient health service dedicated to caring for people with wounds that have resisted healing. The clinic brings together a team of specially trained, experienced doctors and nurses with combined knowledge in all areas of wound management. If you have a sore or wound that hasn’t started to heal in a month, ask your doctor about UK Good Samaritan Hospital’s Wound Care Clinic. Appointments: 859-226-7050. Location: UK Good Samarian Hospital, 310 S. Limestone. 51 UK GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL UK Good Samaritan Hospital offers employees an alternative to visiting the UK Chandler Hospital. UK Good Samaritan Hospital offers a wide array of services, including orthopaedic surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, behavioral health, cardiac rehabilitation, physical and aquatic therapy, wound care, an outpatient diagnostic center, a sleep center and an emergency department. UK Good Samaritan broadens service options for employees and builds upon the strong community-physician base at UK HealthCare. UK Good Samaritan has its own parking garage with free parking. Information: 859-257-1000 or ukhealthcare.uky.edu/GoodSamaritan. Location: 310 S. Limestone. UK TRAVEL MEDICINE CLINIC Physicians and staff at the Travel Clinic review your travel itineraries and immunization status and recommend vaccines and preventive measures. They offer advice and medical resources available locally during your trip and address specific health risks or concerns. You will also find advice on travel health insurance and trip preparation. Although it is important to plan at least two weeks or more ahead to allow adequate time for vaccines to work completely, you can also get a significant benefit from a vaccine if you visit the day of travel. Appointments: 859-257-1000 Location: Kentucky Clinic South, 2400 Greatstone Point, Lexington FEEDBACK Thank you for reviewing this booklet. If you discover incorrect information, please contact Sharon Lanham or Tammy Taylor at 859-323-8587or e-mail [email protected]. You may also fax your information to 859-257-4148. Suggestions are also welcome! 52 PART 3 Health Information Services Available Page • Patient guides 54 • HealthSmart! 55 • UK House Calls 55 • Advances & Insights 55 • Email news service 56 56 • Don and Cathy Jacobs Health Education Center 56 • Support groups 57 • Health lectures 57 57 • Pregnancy and parenting e-newsletter • UK HealthCare website (ukhealthcare.uky.edu) 53 Patient Guides UK HealthCare has a number of guides that help patients and families understand the resources available to make their visit or stay with us more comfortable. UK Good Samaritan Hospital Emergency Department UK Chandler Hospital UK Markey Cancer Center Patient Handbook To obtain a guide: • Go online to ukhealthcare.uky.edu/patient-guides. • Drop by Service Excellence (customer service) offices at UK Chandler or UK Good Samaritan hospitals. • Call UK Health Connection at 859-257-1000 or 1-800-333-8874 (toll free) and a copy will be mailed to you. UK Health Connection UK Health Connection offers consumers easy access to the UK HealthCare system of care. Services include appointment scheduling, registration for health classes and screenings, and free literature on a wide variety of specific medical conditions. UK Health Connection also provides coverage for Markey Cancer Center outpatients who have medical requests and concerns. Phones are answered from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. No matter what the question or issue may be, UK Health Connection can find the answer. Call 1-800-333-8874 or 859-257-1000. 54 Other helpful publications HealthSmart! Our HealthSmart! series of publications covers a variety of topics that can help you make wiser health care choices or more easily navigate our nation’s complex health care system. Topics include: • Autopsy: How Understanding Death Helps the Living • Become an Expert in Your Own Health • Electromagnetic Interference of Battery-Operated Medical Devices • Genetic Counseling and Testing: What You Need to Know • Getting a Good Second Opinion • How to Avoid Medication Errors • Have a Positive Surgical Experience • How to Prevent and Solve Medical Billing Problems • Patient Safety: Staying Safe in the Hospital • Pediatric Patient Safety: Keeping Children Safe in the Hospital • Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft • Should You Participate in a Clinical Research Study? • Should You Choose a Multispecialty Group Practice for Your Care? • What to Do If You Have Multiple Medical Problems • Why You Should Choose an Academic Medical Center • Choosing a Mental Health Professional • Caregiving at Home for the Elderly, Chronically Ill or Disabled • Medical Precautions While Traveling Abroad • What to Look for in a Skilled Nursing Facility • Blood Thinners: What You Should Know HealthSmart! fact sheets are available online at ukhealthcare.uky.edu/publications or by mail by calling toll free 1-800-333-8874. UK House Calls Our monthly newsletter provides useful information on UK HealthCare’s medical services. Also included are notices of screenings, health lectures, health fairs and other events where you can discuss your needs and pick up information. Call toll-free 1-800-333-8874 to subscribe to this free publication. Advances & Insights New health information and recommendations seem to be in the news all the time, but it can be hard to figure out what it all means for you. That’s where UK HealthCare’s Advances & Insights series can help. Each newsletter explores a new development in health and provides insights from a UK physician. Each issue is categorized as heart health, cancer, neurosciences, pediatrics, women’s health or general health, and subscribers may request the category or categories that most interest them. Call toll free 1-800-333-8874 to request hard copies of a specific issue or visit ukhealthcare.uky.edu/publications to see all available issues. Become a mail subscriber by calling the toll-free number, and you’ll never miss a new issue. 55 For more information Emails Join our e-mail list and get free health news alerts delivered right to your inbox. Choose from 18 information categories, so you get only the information that interests you. Visit ukhealthcare.uky.edu/publications to sign up. Pregnancy and parenting e-newsletter Our weekly parenting e-newsletter provides reliable information to help expectant parents navigate pregnancy, labor and delivery, and the first year of their baby’s life. This free service offers news and resources as well as announcements from our parent education staff, access to hospital classes and tour information – all delivered to your inbox. Subscribers receive information tailored to their week of pregnancy and then the age of their newborn. Sign up at ukhealthcare.uky.edu/newsletter. Don and Cathy Jabobs Health Education Center Located inside UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital, our Health Education Center houses more than 5,000 books and pamphlets written for consumers. Internet access and the assistance of knowledgeable medical librarians is also available. Patients and families can use the collection center to learn about diagnostic tests, research an illness, find out about treatment options,or order copies of their medical records. The center is open 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For additional information, call 859-323-7808. Health Education Center Located inside UK Albert B. Chandler Hospital, our Health Education Center houses more than 5,000 books and pamphlets written for consumers. Internet access and the assistance of knowledgeable medical librarians is also available. Patients and families can use the collection center to learn about diagnostic tests, research an illness, find out about treatment options, or order copies of their medical records. The library is open 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. 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UK HealthCare Website The UK HealthCare website offers a wealth of information. Research a health topic, find a doctor, make an appointment and much more by visiting ukhealthcare.uky.edu. 56 Support Groups UK HealthCare can connect you to more than 50 area support groups designed to help meet the social and emotional needs of patients and their families. Most groups focus on a particular illness or issue and are available for AIDS, depression, cancer, chronic illness, nutrition and weight, sexual abuse, parenting, transplantation, and much more. A comprehensive list can be found online at ukhealthcare.uky.edu/supportgroups. Health Lectures UK HealthCare offers a variety of free educational lectures to the public throughout the year. These lectures, conducted by top physicians in our organization with expertise in their given area, are designed to give consumers more insight into health issues and to prevent injury and illness when possible. To make sure you don’t miss a lecture on a topic that interests you, sign up for our e-mail notification service at ukhealthcare.uky. edu/publications. UK HealthCare Website The UK HealthCare website offers a wealth of information. Research a health topic, find a doctor, make an appointment and much more by visiting ukhealthcare.uky.edu. 57 Public service campaigns Secondhand Smoke Secondhand smoke comes from the burning end of a cigarette, pipe or cigar. It also comes from smoke exhaled from the smoker. Each year secondhand smoke causes about 46,000 deaths to nonsmokers from heart disease and 3,000 deaths from lung cancer. Children living in households where adults smoke are at high risk of exposure to secondhand smoke. Parents who smoke provide almost 90 percent of a child’s exposure to secondhand smoke. Children exposed to secondhand smoke are more likely to die from sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). They also have more health problems such as pneumonia, bronchitis, asthma and ear infections. Children living in households where adults smoke are hospitalized more than children living in smoke-free homes. With 28.9 percent of adults smoking (based on a 2009 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), Kentucky outranks most other U.S. states for smoking prevalence. For this reason, a coalition of Kentucky hospitals and community organizations, led by UK HealthCare, UK Markey Cancer Center and Kentucky Children’s Hospital, is working to educate Kentuckians about the health risks of secondhand smoke and how to avoid or minimize exposure. Two brochures are available. Secondhand Smoke discusses the risks of exposure, and Tips for Avoiding Secondhand Smoke provides a variety of actions you can take to minimize or avoid exposure. Secondhand smoke campaign materials can requested by calling 859-257-1000 or 1-800-333-8874 (toll free). 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