CARE Newsletter - December 2012
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RESEARCH MEDICAL CENTER • A P UBLICATI ON FOR STAFF, PHYSI CIANS AND CUSTOMERS • DECEMBER 2012
CARE
COMPASSION. ATTITUDE. RESPECT. EXCELLENCE.
In this issue:
PAGE 2: Vernita Hairston-Mitchell, MD, Joins Research Neurology Associates PAGE 3: Dr. Oz Presents Kansas City’s Health Report Card PAGE 5: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer PAGE 6: ‘What EMS Never Sees’ PAGE 10: Joint Camp Patient Steps Up to Recovery
Research Medical Center Hosts 5th Annual Community Leader Dinner
Research Medical Center and the Pastoral Care department hosted the 5th Annual Community Leader Dinner on Oct. 18. Each year, Distinguished Service awards are given in three categories – Physician, Nursing and Community Service.
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SHARON HARRIS-BAUGH, MD, received the Distinguished Service Award Physician. A native of Grambling, LA, Dr. Harris-Baugh has resided in the Greater Kansas City area for more than 20 years. She has been in private practice with Southtown Women’s Healthcare in Kansas City since 1990. She is active in numerous organizations, and as a physician advisor, she has served on several committees for BlueCross BlueShield of Kansas City, and Healthcare USA. As a board member of The Research Foundation, she was the driving force behind the initiation of the annual Community Block Party & Health Fair. Her involvement extends into the community and the church providing numerous seminars and lectures on women’s health and wellness issues throughout Kansas City. She was recognized for her many years of commitment and contribution to “Awesome Ambitions,” which focuses on encouraging and educating teen girls in Kansas City to pursue positive lifestyles and higher education. She was selected by the Southern Christian Leadership Conference to receive the Black Achievers Award. JANET ROWE has worked in the Research Medical Center complex since
September 1988. Until 2007 when she became an employee of Research, she was employed by the physicians of Midwest Neurosurgery as coordinator for the Midwest Gamma Knife Center. After joining Research Medical Center, she continued her duties with the Gamma Knife Center and became involved with Midwest Cancer Care. At that time Janet also became the radiation oncology coordinator for VA patients needing radiation services at Research and Menorah Medical Center. She continues to work in those areas. Her passion, however, is in the area of community education, and in 2008 she initiated a community outreach program for cancer education. That year she organized, attended and carried out over 19 events providing free screenings, cancer education and risk assessment information to over 1,500 members of our community. This community outreach program has expanded yearly under Janet’s guidance and thrives thanks to the assistance of many devoted Research employees and generous contributions from Research Medical Center itself. It continues to serve the members of our community in many ways, coordinating efforts with area churches, neighborhood associations, the American Cancer Society, the Black Health Care Coalition and other HCA hospitals.
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Vernita Hairston-Mitchell, MD, Joins Research Neurology Associates
Board-certi ed neurologist specializes in neuromuscular disorders and multiple sclerosis, neuro-rehabilitation, electromyography and spinal cord medicine
Vernita F. Hairston-Mitchell, MD, board-certi ed in neurology and spinal cord medicine, has joined Research Neurology Associates and the staff at Research Medical Center—part of HCA Midwest Health System, Kansas City’s largest healthcare network and private-sector employer. Research Neurology Associates is part of Midwest Physicians—a network of experienced, multi-specialty physicians located throughout the greater Kansas City area and part of HCA Midwest Health System. Dr. Hairston-Mitchell has more than 20 years experience in neurology and spinal cord medicine. “We are pleased to welcome Dr. Hairston-Mitchell to our healthcare family—another physician committed to providing excellent care and treating simple and complex neurological conditions,” says Kevin J. Hicks, chief executive of cer at Research Medical Center. Fellowship-trained in clinical neuromuscular disorders and neuro-rehabilitation, Dr. HairstonMitchell’s clinical interests are in treating neuromuscular disorders and multiple sclerosis, electromyography and spinal cord medicine. She has an extensive academic background in addition to her patient care experience, and has served as an assistant professor of neurology for the University of Maryland and University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) Schools of Medicine and as adjunctive clinical professor at University of Kansas School of Medicine. Dr. Hairston-Mitchell has also presented multiple lectures for the University of Maryland at Baltimore and UMKC Medical Schools and residency programs. Dr. Hairston-Mitchell has served as the director of the Muscular Dystrophy Association Clinic at Maryland General Hospital, medical director of the Acute Rehabilitation Unit at James Lawrence Kernan Hospital and director of the Electromyography Lab at James Lawrence Kernan Hospital. She is a member of the Academy of Spinal Cord Professionals, the American Academy of Neurology, the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine and the Myasthenia Gravis Association. Dr. Hairston-Mitchell received her medical degree from the University of Maryland Medical School and completed her residency in neurology at Case Western Reserve University. She completed a fellowship in clinical neuromuscular disorders at the University of Pennsylvania’s department of Neurology and a neuro-rehabilitation fellowship at the University of Maryland, training at Montebello Hospital and James Lawrence Kernan Hospital. She is board-certi ed in neurology and in spinal cord medicine. “I am pleased to partner with my primary care colleagues to meet the neurology needs of patients in the Kansas City area,” says Dr. Hairston-Mitchell. “I have a lifelong passion for treating neuromuscular disorders and neuro-rehabilitation with evidenced-based practices. Working with an excellent medical staff of physicians and well-trained nurses ensures patients receive the high-quality medical care they need.” For more information or to make an appointment, please call (816) 756-2651 or visit ResearchMedicalCenter.com/ midwestneuroscienceinstitute.
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Dr. Mehmet Oz Presents Kansas City’s Health Report Card
Results reveal that Kansas City is high in cholesterol and waistlines
Dr. Mehmet Oz, two-time Emmy® Award-winning host of the two-time Emmy® Award-winning, nationally syndicated The Dr. Oz Show, gave Kansas City a “15-Minute Physical” in partnership with HCA Midwest Health System, Alere, Inc. and Practice Fusion on October 30, at the Research Brookside Campus. The “15 Minute Physical” consisted of a quick series of screening tests that included a lipid panel (HDL and LDL cholesterol and triglycerides), and blood glucose made possible on the Alere Cholestech LDX® System, a rapidly reading mobile lab device contributed by Alere, Inc. In addition to the blood test, registrants had their blood pressure and waist size measured. By linking these ve important markers, a very basic idea of general risk for heart disease and diabetes can be determined. Screenings and consultations were provided by clinical staff from Research Medical Center, Belton Regional Medical Center, Menorah Medical Center, Midwest Family Physicians, Goppert-Trinity Family Care, Research College of Nursing and Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. Upon learning the results, participants were advised whether they were in optimum health, should address any of the conditions, or follow-up with their primary care physician. By providing quick, basic information to people, life threatening chronic disease can be stopped in its tracks, which is the mission of the “15-Minute Physical.” When the assessments were complete, Dr. Oz announced the results during a press conference. Final numbers from the day’s assessment compared Kansas City to ve other cities that have already participated in the “15-Minute Physical.”
FINAL RESULTS
• • • • • • Kansas City tied with Tampa for rst in highest total cholesterol Kansas City ranked second highest in hypertension 72 percent of the participants were overweight, second to Washington D.C. 13 percent ranked morbidly obese 42 percent of the sample population had high waist sizes Only three percent were eating the required fruits and vegetables
Kansas City Mayor Sylvester “Sly” James and Jim Heeter, president and CEO of the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce, appeared with Dr. Oz during his announcement of Kansas City’s report card. James and Heeter have been engaged in a friendly tness competition for the past six months. They vowed to compete for another six months in order to lose inches from their waistlines.
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5th Annual Community Leader Dinner
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E. FRANK ELLIS, chairman and chief executive of cer of Swope Community Enterprises, was the Distinguished Community Service Award recipient. Mr. Ellis is founder, chairman and chief executive of cer of Swope Health Services, Swope Community Builders, Applied Urban Research Institute, and Swope Community Enterprises. Originally named Model Cities Health Corporation, Swope Health Services opened in 1969 in the basement of Metropolitan Baptist Church. Mr. Ellis and his dedicated board saw the need to provide primary health services to those who fell through the cracks of the health care system – the working poor. That rst year, with a budget of $100,000 and 20 employees, 2,000 patients were served.
Over the years, Swope grew in size and stature, adding services along the way to address substance abuse, mental and behavioral health issues, and every day medical problems. As a true social entrepreneur, Mr. Ellis grew the organization and founded FirstGuard Health Plan in 1996. He grew the company and later sold it to Centene Corporation, in 2004. Over his 40 years as head of Swope Community Enterprises, Mr. Ellis has received local and national recognition for his impact as an entrepreneur—effectively applying business principles and practices to address the total health and economic wellbeing of the indigent and working poor. He has successfully fostered public-private partnerships resulting in investments in some of Kansas City’s most blighted and depressed neighborhoods, transforming them with new housing, of ce, and retail space, resulting in new jobs, social services, economic growth, and a restored sense of pride. Mr. Ellis currently serves as the chair of the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce, where he is leading the efforts on the Chamber’s Big 5 Ideas to create a better business climate, create jobs, and to make Kansas City the most entrepreneurial city in the world. And while serving on the Greater Kansas City Chamber, Mr. Ellis also sits on the boards of the Heart of America Boy Scouts, United Missouri Bank, the University of Missouri-Kansas City Trustees, and the Midwest Research Institute Board of Trustees.
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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
Congratulations to Stephanie Graff, MD, and Research Medical Center’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer (MSABC) walk team. Through donations from Wear Pink Day, Jean Days, the MSABC website, Dr. Graff’s Chiefs’ ticket raf e, and the generosity of countless donors, our team raised $6,196.66! Dr. Graff was once again a Pacesetter fundraiser for MSABC. The winners of the Chiefs tickets are: • Cheri Hampton, Human Resources - Cheri won two tickets to the Dec. 23 Chiefs vs. Colts game at Arrowhead Stadium; Section 101, Row 1, and one parking pass. • Rhonda Frakes, O.R. - Rhonda won two tickets to the Dec. 23 Chiefs vs. Colts game at Arrowhead Stadium; Section 103, Row 3. HCA Midwest Health System overall raised $34,463.12 for the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 2012 Walk.
Volunteers Needed!
HCA Midwest Health System and Research Medical Center are committed to caring for those in our community. Many Research Medical Center employees already give time, energy, and resources to improve the lives of others. HCA encourages employees to support agencies and charities that serve our community. This is vital in slow economic periods like ours. We know from experience that focusing efforts and communications around a speci c timeframe maximizes giving and volunteer activity. We are interested to learn some of the ways you are involved in your community. On November 19 we launched a campaign to discover who, where, and how our Research family is engaged. Our “Heart of the Community” campaign will continue through the end of the year. It takes heart to serve the community. We are asking that you pick up a heart…a symbol of your heart for service, and share how you serve (either by name or anonymously). Post your hearts on the 1 North cafeteria glass windows and down the adjoining hall. Others will be inspired by your example. Everyone who selects to and contributes to our community will be awarded an Research Medical Center Community Service wrist band…as a way of saying “Thank You.” When others see your band, share with them how you are participating in community service. At the center of HCA’s emphasis is the National Frist Humanitarian Award. Created in 1971, this award honors individuals for their outstanding humanitarian and volunteer activities. This award is given in recognition of the caring spirit and philanthropic work of Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr., a founder of HCA. Employees and volunteers who demonstrate extraordinary commitment and dedication to caregiving and their community are selected around the country and honorees are recognized at the local and national levels. Two national winners are selected from the local honorees. Caring through your volunteer efforts includes, but is not limited to, missions, coaching, recycling, giving medical services or doing screenings, home and grounds work, community gardening, habitat for humanity, cause walks, bikes, and runs, harvesters, food kitchens, medicine cabinets, clothing distribution, elder and child care, and many more. In January we will ask each department to select a representative community servant to share a common meal. Employees who participated and chose not to be anonymous will join the pool of those considered for the next Frist Award. We will honor and respect your wishes if you do chose to remain anonymous. As Dr. Frist challenged, “Be happy in your community. Be active. There is so much good to do in this world and so many ways to do it.”
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‘What EMS Never Sees’
Research Medical Center provides behind-the-scenes patient scenarios to rst responders
On November 16 Research Medical Center hosted ‘What EMS Never Sees.’ The event was designed to give EMS providers a rare opportunity to understand the continuum of care a patient receives once they’re brought to the emergency room. EMS providers had the opportunity to visit operating room suites, interventional radiology, cath lab, intensive care unit and rehabilitation. The rotations with three patient scenarios (trauma, stroke and stemi) were designed by Tina York, an EMS professional and current EMS relations director at HCA Midwest Health System. Participants received 4.5 hours CEU certi ed by the Kansas City Fire Department.
Adult Care Program
The Adult Care program at Research Medical Center is designed to improve the hospital experience of the older patient. Hospitalization can be the turning point in the life of a patient over 70. All too often, these patients experience decline in their physical and mental abilities which can be dif cult. For some patients this means going to a nursing facility after the hospital instead of going home. The Adult Care program was designed to help minimize this decline. The primary focus is to: • • • • Maintain physical and cognitive function throughout the hospitalization Prevent injury from fall, catheter-associated urinary tract infection, or skin breakdown Maximize independence at discharge Prevent unplanned readmissions
To learn more about this program, contact Cindy Gaither, M.S.E., assistant director, program development at (816) 276-7878.
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Shared Governance
Transformational Leadership is alive and well at Research Medical Center. It is through our Shared Governance Councils that nurses are able to make decisions that directly in uence their work environment and patient care. Shared Governance at Research Medical Center includes the following councils: rates and celebrates the excellent nursing staff at Research Medical Center through awards and recognition.
PRACTICE COUNCIL • Meets monthly on the second Tuesday at
7:30 a.m. in Meeting Room 1. Led by co-chairs Christina Quick and Gail Mayer, the Council addresses professional nursing practices, policies and hospital processes.
NURSE QUALITY PEER REVIEW COUNCIL • Meets monthly on the rst Friday at 7:30 a.m. in the Maternal Child classroom. The co-chairs are Leah Coons and Cassie Morrison. The Council reviews nursing cases using the Just Culture algorithm, makes recommendations and disseminate lessons learned. If interested in joining, please contact one of the co-chairs. SURVEY READINESS COUNCIL • Meets the last Wednesday of every other month at 8 a.m. in Meeting Room 3&4. Led by chair Lynnette Hayes, the Council reviews survey requirements and determines how to keep Research Medical Center surveyready. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION COUNCIL • Meets monthly on the second Wednesday at 7:30 a.m. in the Auxiliary Room. Led by chair Gina Taylor and co-chair Julia Payne, this Council provides educational opportunities for professional development, including the annual Healthcare Career Education Fair. Membership is designed for two nurses per unit/department. Staff are invited to visit Councils that interest them (except Peer Review). If you are interested in representing your unit and joining a Council, contact your manager or the Council chairs.
OUTPATIENT PRACTICE COUNCIL • Meets monthly on the fourth
Thursday at 2 p.m. in the Physician Lounge on the Research Brookside Campus. The chair is Barb Miller. The Council addresses any professional nursing practice, policies, and hospital processes as they relate to the outpatient setting.
RESEARCH COUNCIL • Meets monthly on the fourth Wednesday at
8 a.m. on 7 West. Led by chair Pat Conley and co-chair Sarah Prichard, this Council serves as a forum to review, support and disseminate nursing research that works in conjunction with the Center for Nursing Research and Innovation.
RETENTION COUNCIL • Meets monthly on the third Wednesday at 8 a.m. in the 3 North classroom. Led by chair Becky Wright and co-chair Sirena Howrey, this council reviews retention
Council Highlights
If you are a member of a Council, or would like to see what we are all about, join us for the Shared Governance Breakfast on Thursday, December 13 at 7:30 a.m. in the Boardroom. The Retention Council recently approved two new preceptors and is currently working on revamping the preceptor forms and program to increase consistency. We are discussing new volunteer opportunities for 2013 and collecting for Harvesters. The current collection quarter ends Dec. 31. The Lab won for the third quarter. We recognized 11 people with “Show Us How RMC Cares” for the month of October and a luncheon was held for Service Champions. The fourth quarter P.E.E.R. ceremony will be held on December 4. Don’t forget to vote and join us for the celebration!
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News Briefs
STEPHEN SALANSKI, MD, TAPES APPEARANCE FOR DR. OZ SHOW
Stephen Salanski, MD, family practice physician and director of the Research Family Medicine Residency Program, recently ew to New York City to tape an appearance on The Dr. Oz Show. The show, scheduled to air in December, will focus on the “15-Minute Physical” that was held Oct. 30 on the Research Brookside Campus. The show will also highlight two of the patients that needed follow-up treatment at Goppert-Trinity Family Care. not usually present in early stages. Many patients have advanced disease by the time it becomes noticeable to the patient and doctors. If symptoms are present, they are often vague. Patients may experience different symptoms depending on the location, type and stage of the tumor.
LENNA LEVITCH, MS, CGC, FEATURED ON FOX-4 NEWS
In recognition of Family Health History Day on November 23, FOX4 health reporter Meryl Lin McKean interviewed Lenna Levitch, certi ed genetics counselor at Research Medical Center. Lenna discussed the importance of mapping one’s family’s medical history and creating a medical family tree to help identify health risks one may face in the future. Family gatherings, such as the upcoming holidays, are a great time to catch up on family news and information. They can also provide a good opportunity to learn about one’s family’s health history. This information can help healthcare providers do a better job of assessing a patient’s risk of disease and prescribe appropriate preventive measures or courses of treatment.
WILLIAM ROSENBERG, MD, FEATURED ON FOX-4 NEWS
In recognition of Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, FOX-4 health reporter Meryl Lin McKean interviewed William Rosenberg, MD, neurosurgeon and director at the Center for the Relief of Pain at Research Medical Center. The segment also featured one of Dr. Rosenberg’s patients, a three-year survivor of pancreatic cancer. Cancer of the pancreas is sometimes called a “silent” disease because symptoms are
Information Security Update
WHAT IS MANDATORY WHEN SENDING EPHI?
Phones must be encrypted and password protected for both the sender and receiver. This of course may very hard to verify if they are not HCA-issued phones. The Con dentiality and Security Agreement (CSA) requires every employee, clinician, physician, and vendor to agree that they will protect sensitive data, which includes phones, whether they are personal or HCA provided.
BEST PRACTICE
Always send the minimum PHI. Delete pages containing sensitive data regularly. Remember text paging is not secure, as pager traf c can be publically monitored. Although we have used pagers in the past, this method is now a high risk for data breach. It is recommended that you not use text paging to send sensitive data, including ePHI. If a person receives HCA email on their phone, then it has the HCA encryption policy and password policy pushed to it. If you use an HCA phone that does not receive email and/or is not password protected it may not be encrypted. If you are using an HCA phone that does not receive email and/or is not password protected, please immediately contact IT&S.
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Commemorative Bricks Available This Holiday Season
Looking for a way to remember or celebrate a loved one this holiday season? The Research Foundation offers commemorative bricks perfect for honoring a family member or coworker, celebrating a retirement, or thanking a physician or nurse for their care. For $100, this gift is a special way to show your gratitude to your family, friends, or coworkers. The commemorative brick will be placed in the Celebration of Life Tribute Garden, located on the lawn west of Research Medical Center’s main entrance. To nd out more information or to request a commemorative brick, please call The Research Foundation at 816-276-4218 or visit their website at www. theresearchfoundationkc.org. All contributions for the Celebration of Life Tribute Garden support the Foundation’s healthcare programs for the community including scholarships for nursing students, continuing education for physicians, nurses and allied health professionals and a variety of community health programs.
UPCOMING
Events
DECEMBER 5: “Pelvic Prolapse and Urinary Incontinence” presented by Samuel Kuykendall, MD, @ Research Brookside Campus, 6-7:30 p.m. DECEMBER 18: Employee Holiday Meal @ cafeteria, 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. DECEMBER 20: Employee Holiday Meal @ Home Base, Research Brookside Campus, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. FEBRUARY 1: Hoeper Primary Care Symposium @ Overland Park Sheraton Hotel, 7:15 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Candlelight Ball Recap
The Research Foundation expresses sincere gratitude to the 2012 Candlelight Ball Committee and its chairpersons Dr. Andy and Kristin Armstrong, as well as the many physicians and Research Medical Center employees who attended last month’s 14th Candlelight Ball. Your participation in this event is much appreciated as all proceeds raised from this event go to the Foundation’s health education and scholarship programs including Harmon Diabetes Center, ThinkFirst of Greater Kansas City, Young Traf c Offenders Program, nursing scholarships, and medical education symposiums. At The Research Foundation, we thank you for your generous contribution as it will ensure the ongoing success of each one of the Foundation’s programs.
Healthy Habits Update
WHAT A SPUD!
Sweet potatoes are nutrient powerhouses with Vitamin C, ber, potassium, Vitamin E, iron, magnesium and phytochemicals like beta carotene and lutein. One medium sweet potato can give you your entire day’s supply of Vitamin A. December’s Superfood of the Month is sweet potatoes. Come check out healthy recipes and handouts that discuss bene ts of the superfood of the month. Keep your eye out for party planning tips for the holidays! On Wednesday, Dec. 19 Chef Michael will be featuring baked sweet potato fries with homemade dipping sauces in the cafeteria. Come on by and try it out! Courtesy of the Food and Nutrition Department
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Joint Camp Patient Steps Up to Recovery
BY SHERRY OSBURN
Seventy-six year-old Betty Hill leads an active life that includes visiting older adults in Kansas City to provide homemaking services and support, helping them to continue to live independently. So when she fell several months ago while walking with one of the individuals she cares for, she found her own independence threatened. “When I rst fell, I knew I had injured my shoulder,” Hill says. In fact, she required surgery to repair the damage. But a few months later, her right knee began bothering her. “I was having trouble going up and down the steps at my home. My knee would just lock on me and it was very painful. I live by myself, so it’s important to me to be independent. That’s why I decided I had better get it checked out. ”What Hill found out was that the fall had damaged more than her shoulder - the cartilage in her right knee was badly torn and her doctor recommended a knee replacement. “He said I needed surgery to repair my knee, and he suggested I go to Research,” she says. Hill had had her left knee replaced years ago, so she knew that knee surgery was no walk in the park, but she also knew it was necessary if she wanted to maintain her active lifestyle. “I decided if I wanted to be able to work and live on my own, I had better have the surgery,” she says. After Research Medical Center orthopedic surgeon, Sascha D. Taghizadeh, M.D., replaced her knee, Hill began her recovery on Research’s Joint Camp unit. “They had me up and walking the same day as my surgery,” Hill says. “That was good for me, and they did a great job - they were very compassionate - always checked on my pain level and they were very helpful. ”After just a few days in the hospital, Hill headed home to nish her recovery. With a walker, cane and home visits from a physical therapist, she’s getting back on her feet. “I have been very careful with my knee. I do just what the therapist tells me to,” Hill says. “I’m working on my exibility, and now I can walk down the steps of my house and the sidewalk to the mailbox. ”Her goal is to eventually return to helping others remain active and live independently too, something Hill believes she has been fortunate to do. “I can’t just sit here. I have to work, to help others. I have been blessed to have wonderful doctors and nurses who have taken great care of me,” Hill says. “I want to be able to pass it on.”
Joint Camp Patient Satisfaction Scores
Providing quality care means keeping track of how we’re doing. In the third quarter of 2012, we replaced 27 joints. Eighty- ve percent of these patients were discharged to their homes. The remainder needed additional rehabilitation after leaving Joint Camp. Below is our scorecard on other important questions: • • • Percent of patients who were “very satis ed” with their overall experience in Joint Camp - 96 percent Percent of patients who would “de nitely return” to Research Medical Center for hospitalized care - 81 percent Percent of patients who reported they were “very satis ed” with their pain management - 85 percent
In addition, 85 percent of our patients were out of bed with physical therapy the day of surgery.
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Hoeper Primary Care Symposium
February 1, 2013 • Sheraton Overland Park Hotel
Mark your calendars! On February 1, 2013, the Hoeper Primary Care Symposium will be held at the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel. Presented by The Research Foundation, Post Graduate Institute for Medicine and Bixby Institute, this symposium will offer a variety of topics including diabetes care, managing COPD, cervical cancer prevention, chronic kidney disease care, current healthcare advances in the eradication of vaccine preventable infections in youth, and the management of community acquired pneumonia. Physicians and healthcare professionals can earn up to 6.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits for attending. The Hoeper Primary Care Symposium is being supported through The Research Foundation Hoeper Bixby Educational Fund, which was established by Dr. Sam Hoeper, Sr. The purpose of the fund is to support medical symposiums and conferences for the bene t of the local Kansas City medical community. To nd out more information on the symposium, please visit www.theresearchfoundationkc.org or call the Foundation at 816-276-4218. PROGRAM AGENDA 7:15 a.m. • Registration/Continental Breakfast Moderators: SAM HOEPER, JR., MD and ANNE SLY, MD 7:55 a.m. • Welcome & Introduction 4 p.m. • Adjournment 8 a.m. • DIANE HARPER, MD, MPH, MS “Lessons We Have Learned in Cervical Cancer Prevention and Control” 9 a.m. • JOEL MCKINSEY, MD “Management of Community Acquired Pneumonia” 10 a.m. • Morning Break 10:30 a.m. • SUDDARSHAN HEBBAR, MD “Treatment of Diabetic Kidney Disease: Current and Future Considerations” 11:30 a.m. • Luncheon 12:30 p.m. • MARY ANNE JACKSON, MD “History of Pediatric Vaccine Preventable Infections Through the Eyes of the Red Book” 1:30 p.m. • MICHAEL D. CHACEY, MD “Update in Pulmonary Medicine: Drugs, Diagnostics and Devices” 2:30 p.m. • Afternoon Break 2:45 p.m. • AHMAD N. AL-MUBASLAT, MD “Diabetes Therapy: Evolution, Current Landscape and Future Prospects” 3:45 p.m. • Summary/Evaluation
Pelvic Prolapse and Urinary Incontinence
If you suffer from bladder leakage during physical activity, or a feeling of bulging or pressure in your pelvic area known as prolapse, discover today’s solutions. Procedures with demonstrated safety and ef cacy are now available to help restore your comfort, control and con dence. You don’t have to be one of them. Samuel Kuykendall, MD, urology specialist at Research Medical Center, will discuss these issues at an upcoming seminar. DATE: Dec. 5 REGISTRATION: 6 p.m. SEMINAR: 6:30-7:30 p.m. PRESENTED BY: Samuel Kuykendall, MD LOCATION: Research Brookside Campus • Curry Auditorium
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Wellness Garden
We have reached the end of growing season in the Wellness Gardens at Research Medical Center. The 48 raised beds have produced many vegetables, fruits and owers for the gardeners from Kansas City Community and employees. This year two employees from Research Psychiatric Center, Linda Silva and Tavia Farris, joined the gardeners and planted vegetables and fruit for an inter-faith ministry for homeless persons called reStart, Inc. This organization provides for thousands of homeless men, women, families, children and unaccompanied youth. Linda and Tavia used two garden plots to plant raspberry, blackberry, sage, basil, eggplant, broccoli, tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, green beans, okra and zucchini plants. Their donations were used at a reStart dinner, which served 75 homeless people. Linda and Tavia look forward to plant and provide from their garden and would appreciate any donations of seeds, seedlings and plants from any other gardeners next spring for this good cause. A complete list of reSstart, Inc. needs can be found visiting www.restartinc.org.
Healthy Competition
Several Research Medical Center employees and family members hosted another successful healthy competition kickball event. The goal of this healthy competition is to allow employees and their families to participate in a fun and wholesome process. It is designed to have all departments of the facility to participate at one of the four activities to be offered throughout the year. • • • The rst event occurred during hospital week (May 11) with a ash mob dance in the cafeteria The second event occurred on Aug. 11 with the rst kickball event. A total of ve teams participated, and the ICU won. The third event occurred Sept. 15 with over 10 teams represented with employees and families. The food was good and the competition was tough. The nal game pitted the defending champions from the ICU and Perioperatives Services department. It was a very intense game. In the end, Perioperative Services won the game!
The next event will be volleyball! Date, time and place will be announced soon! Hope to see you there!
CARE
COMPASSION. ATTITUDE. RESPECT. EXCELLENCE.
In this issue:
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Research Medical Center Hosts 5th Annual Community Leader Dinner
Research Medical Center and the Pastoral Care department hosted the 5th Annual Community Leader Dinner on Oct. 18. Each year, Distinguished Service awards are given in three categories – Physician, Nursing and Community Service.
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SHARON HARRIS-BAUGH, MD, received the Distinguished Service Award Physician. A native of Grambling, LA, Dr. Harris-Baugh has resided in the Greater Kansas City area for more than 20 years. She has been in private practice with Southtown Women’s Healthcare in Kansas City since 1990. She is active in numerous organizations, and as a physician advisor, she has served on several committees for BlueCross BlueShield of Kansas City, and Healthcare USA. As a board member of The Research Foundation, she was the driving force behind the initiation of the annual Community Block Party & Health Fair. Her involvement extends into the community and the church providing numerous seminars and lectures on women’s health and wellness issues throughout Kansas City. She was recognized for her many years of commitment and contribution to “Awesome Ambitions,” which focuses on encouraging and educating teen girls in Kansas City to pursue positive lifestyles and higher education. She was selected by the Southern Christian Leadership Conference to receive the Black Achievers Award. JANET ROWE has worked in the Research Medical Center complex since
September 1988. Until 2007 when she became an employee of Research, she was employed by the physicians of Midwest Neurosurgery as coordinator for the Midwest Gamma Knife Center. After joining Research Medical Center, she continued her duties with the Gamma Knife Center and became involved with Midwest Cancer Care. At that time Janet also became the radiation oncology coordinator for VA patients needing radiation services at Research and Menorah Medical Center. She continues to work in those areas. Her passion, however, is in the area of community education, and in 2008 she initiated a community outreach program for cancer education. That year she organized, attended and carried out over 19 events providing free screenings, cancer education and risk assessment information to over 1,500 members of our community. This community outreach program has expanded yearly under Janet’s guidance and thrives thanks to the assistance of many devoted Research employees and generous contributions from Research Medical Center itself. It continues to serve the members of our community in many ways, coordinating efforts with area churches, neighborhood associations, the American Cancer Society, the Black Health Care Coalition and other HCA hospitals.
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Vernita Hairston-Mitchell, MD, Joins Research Neurology Associates
Board-certi ed neurologist specializes in neuromuscular disorders and multiple sclerosis, neuro-rehabilitation, electromyography and spinal cord medicine
Vernita F. Hairston-Mitchell, MD, board-certi ed in neurology and spinal cord medicine, has joined Research Neurology Associates and the staff at Research Medical Center—part of HCA Midwest Health System, Kansas City’s largest healthcare network and private-sector employer. Research Neurology Associates is part of Midwest Physicians—a network of experienced, multi-specialty physicians located throughout the greater Kansas City area and part of HCA Midwest Health System. Dr. Hairston-Mitchell has more than 20 years experience in neurology and spinal cord medicine. “We are pleased to welcome Dr. Hairston-Mitchell to our healthcare family—another physician committed to providing excellent care and treating simple and complex neurological conditions,” says Kevin J. Hicks, chief executive of cer at Research Medical Center. Fellowship-trained in clinical neuromuscular disorders and neuro-rehabilitation, Dr. HairstonMitchell’s clinical interests are in treating neuromuscular disorders and multiple sclerosis, electromyography and spinal cord medicine. She has an extensive academic background in addition to her patient care experience, and has served as an assistant professor of neurology for the University of Maryland and University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) Schools of Medicine and as adjunctive clinical professor at University of Kansas School of Medicine. Dr. Hairston-Mitchell has also presented multiple lectures for the University of Maryland at Baltimore and UMKC Medical Schools and residency programs. Dr. Hairston-Mitchell has served as the director of the Muscular Dystrophy Association Clinic at Maryland General Hospital, medical director of the Acute Rehabilitation Unit at James Lawrence Kernan Hospital and director of the Electromyography Lab at James Lawrence Kernan Hospital. She is a member of the Academy of Spinal Cord Professionals, the American Academy of Neurology, the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine and the Myasthenia Gravis Association. Dr. Hairston-Mitchell received her medical degree from the University of Maryland Medical School and completed her residency in neurology at Case Western Reserve University. She completed a fellowship in clinical neuromuscular disorders at the University of Pennsylvania’s department of Neurology and a neuro-rehabilitation fellowship at the University of Maryland, training at Montebello Hospital and James Lawrence Kernan Hospital. She is board-certi ed in neurology and in spinal cord medicine. “I am pleased to partner with my primary care colleagues to meet the neurology needs of patients in the Kansas City area,” says Dr. Hairston-Mitchell. “I have a lifelong passion for treating neuromuscular disorders and neuro-rehabilitation with evidenced-based practices. Working with an excellent medical staff of physicians and well-trained nurses ensures patients receive the high-quality medical care they need.” For more information or to make an appointment, please call (816) 756-2651 or visit ResearchMedicalCenter.com/ midwestneuroscienceinstitute.
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Dr. Mehmet Oz Presents Kansas City’s Health Report Card
Results reveal that Kansas City is high in cholesterol and waistlines
Dr. Mehmet Oz, two-time Emmy® Award-winning host of the two-time Emmy® Award-winning, nationally syndicated The Dr. Oz Show, gave Kansas City a “15-Minute Physical” in partnership with HCA Midwest Health System, Alere, Inc. and Practice Fusion on October 30, at the Research Brookside Campus. The “15 Minute Physical” consisted of a quick series of screening tests that included a lipid panel (HDL and LDL cholesterol and triglycerides), and blood glucose made possible on the Alere Cholestech LDX® System, a rapidly reading mobile lab device contributed by Alere, Inc. In addition to the blood test, registrants had their blood pressure and waist size measured. By linking these ve important markers, a very basic idea of general risk for heart disease and diabetes can be determined. Screenings and consultations were provided by clinical staff from Research Medical Center, Belton Regional Medical Center, Menorah Medical Center, Midwest Family Physicians, Goppert-Trinity Family Care, Research College of Nursing and Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. Upon learning the results, participants were advised whether they were in optimum health, should address any of the conditions, or follow-up with their primary care physician. By providing quick, basic information to people, life threatening chronic disease can be stopped in its tracks, which is the mission of the “15-Minute Physical.” When the assessments were complete, Dr. Oz announced the results during a press conference. Final numbers from the day’s assessment compared Kansas City to ve other cities that have already participated in the “15-Minute Physical.”
FINAL RESULTS
• • • • • • Kansas City tied with Tampa for rst in highest total cholesterol Kansas City ranked second highest in hypertension 72 percent of the participants were overweight, second to Washington D.C. 13 percent ranked morbidly obese 42 percent of the sample population had high waist sizes Only three percent were eating the required fruits and vegetables
Kansas City Mayor Sylvester “Sly” James and Jim Heeter, president and CEO of the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce, appeared with Dr. Oz during his announcement of Kansas City’s report card. James and Heeter have been engaged in a friendly tness competition for the past six months. They vowed to compete for another six months in order to lose inches from their waistlines.
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5th Annual Community Leader Dinner
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E. FRANK ELLIS, chairman and chief executive of cer of Swope Community Enterprises, was the Distinguished Community Service Award recipient. Mr. Ellis is founder, chairman and chief executive of cer of Swope Health Services, Swope Community Builders, Applied Urban Research Institute, and Swope Community Enterprises. Originally named Model Cities Health Corporation, Swope Health Services opened in 1969 in the basement of Metropolitan Baptist Church. Mr. Ellis and his dedicated board saw the need to provide primary health services to those who fell through the cracks of the health care system – the working poor. That rst year, with a budget of $100,000 and 20 employees, 2,000 patients were served.
Over the years, Swope grew in size and stature, adding services along the way to address substance abuse, mental and behavioral health issues, and every day medical problems. As a true social entrepreneur, Mr. Ellis grew the organization and founded FirstGuard Health Plan in 1996. He grew the company and later sold it to Centene Corporation, in 2004. Over his 40 years as head of Swope Community Enterprises, Mr. Ellis has received local and national recognition for his impact as an entrepreneur—effectively applying business principles and practices to address the total health and economic wellbeing of the indigent and working poor. He has successfully fostered public-private partnerships resulting in investments in some of Kansas City’s most blighted and depressed neighborhoods, transforming them with new housing, of ce, and retail space, resulting in new jobs, social services, economic growth, and a restored sense of pride. Mr. Ellis currently serves as the chair of the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce, where he is leading the efforts on the Chamber’s Big 5 Ideas to create a better business climate, create jobs, and to make Kansas City the most entrepreneurial city in the world. And while serving on the Greater Kansas City Chamber, Mr. Ellis also sits on the boards of the Heart of America Boy Scouts, United Missouri Bank, the University of Missouri-Kansas City Trustees, and the Midwest Research Institute Board of Trustees.
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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
Congratulations to Stephanie Graff, MD, and Research Medical Center’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer (MSABC) walk team. Through donations from Wear Pink Day, Jean Days, the MSABC website, Dr. Graff’s Chiefs’ ticket raf e, and the generosity of countless donors, our team raised $6,196.66! Dr. Graff was once again a Pacesetter fundraiser for MSABC. The winners of the Chiefs tickets are: • Cheri Hampton, Human Resources - Cheri won two tickets to the Dec. 23 Chiefs vs. Colts game at Arrowhead Stadium; Section 101, Row 1, and one parking pass. • Rhonda Frakes, O.R. - Rhonda won two tickets to the Dec. 23 Chiefs vs. Colts game at Arrowhead Stadium; Section 103, Row 3. HCA Midwest Health System overall raised $34,463.12 for the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 2012 Walk.
Volunteers Needed!
HCA Midwest Health System and Research Medical Center are committed to caring for those in our community. Many Research Medical Center employees already give time, energy, and resources to improve the lives of others. HCA encourages employees to support agencies and charities that serve our community. This is vital in slow economic periods like ours. We know from experience that focusing efforts and communications around a speci c timeframe maximizes giving and volunteer activity. We are interested to learn some of the ways you are involved in your community. On November 19 we launched a campaign to discover who, where, and how our Research family is engaged. Our “Heart of the Community” campaign will continue through the end of the year. It takes heart to serve the community. We are asking that you pick up a heart…a symbol of your heart for service, and share how you serve (either by name or anonymously). Post your hearts on the 1 North cafeteria glass windows and down the adjoining hall. Others will be inspired by your example. Everyone who selects to and contributes to our community will be awarded an Research Medical Center Community Service wrist band…as a way of saying “Thank You.” When others see your band, share with them how you are participating in community service. At the center of HCA’s emphasis is the National Frist Humanitarian Award. Created in 1971, this award honors individuals for their outstanding humanitarian and volunteer activities. This award is given in recognition of the caring spirit and philanthropic work of Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr., a founder of HCA. Employees and volunteers who demonstrate extraordinary commitment and dedication to caregiving and their community are selected around the country and honorees are recognized at the local and national levels. Two national winners are selected from the local honorees. Caring through your volunteer efforts includes, but is not limited to, missions, coaching, recycling, giving medical services or doing screenings, home and grounds work, community gardening, habitat for humanity, cause walks, bikes, and runs, harvesters, food kitchens, medicine cabinets, clothing distribution, elder and child care, and many more. In January we will ask each department to select a representative community servant to share a common meal. Employees who participated and chose not to be anonymous will join the pool of those considered for the next Frist Award. We will honor and respect your wishes if you do chose to remain anonymous. As Dr. Frist challenged, “Be happy in your community. Be active. There is so much good to do in this world and so many ways to do it.”
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‘What EMS Never Sees’
Research Medical Center provides behind-the-scenes patient scenarios to rst responders
On November 16 Research Medical Center hosted ‘What EMS Never Sees.’ The event was designed to give EMS providers a rare opportunity to understand the continuum of care a patient receives once they’re brought to the emergency room. EMS providers had the opportunity to visit operating room suites, interventional radiology, cath lab, intensive care unit and rehabilitation. The rotations with three patient scenarios (trauma, stroke and stemi) were designed by Tina York, an EMS professional and current EMS relations director at HCA Midwest Health System. Participants received 4.5 hours CEU certi ed by the Kansas City Fire Department.
Adult Care Program
The Adult Care program at Research Medical Center is designed to improve the hospital experience of the older patient. Hospitalization can be the turning point in the life of a patient over 70. All too often, these patients experience decline in their physical and mental abilities which can be dif cult. For some patients this means going to a nursing facility after the hospital instead of going home. The Adult Care program was designed to help minimize this decline. The primary focus is to: • • • • Maintain physical and cognitive function throughout the hospitalization Prevent injury from fall, catheter-associated urinary tract infection, or skin breakdown Maximize independence at discharge Prevent unplanned readmissions
To learn more about this program, contact Cindy Gaither, M.S.E., assistant director, program development at (816) 276-7878.
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Shared Governance
Transformational Leadership is alive and well at Research Medical Center. It is through our Shared Governance Councils that nurses are able to make decisions that directly in uence their work environment and patient care. Shared Governance at Research Medical Center includes the following councils: rates and celebrates the excellent nursing staff at Research Medical Center through awards and recognition.
PRACTICE COUNCIL • Meets monthly on the second Tuesday at
7:30 a.m. in Meeting Room 1. Led by co-chairs Christina Quick and Gail Mayer, the Council addresses professional nursing practices, policies and hospital processes.
NURSE QUALITY PEER REVIEW COUNCIL • Meets monthly on the rst Friday at 7:30 a.m. in the Maternal Child classroom. The co-chairs are Leah Coons and Cassie Morrison. The Council reviews nursing cases using the Just Culture algorithm, makes recommendations and disseminate lessons learned. If interested in joining, please contact one of the co-chairs. SURVEY READINESS COUNCIL • Meets the last Wednesday of every other month at 8 a.m. in Meeting Room 3&4. Led by chair Lynnette Hayes, the Council reviews survey requirements and determines how to keep Research Medical Center surveyready. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION COUNCIL • Meets monthly on the second Wednesday at 7:30 a.m. in the Auxiliary Room. Led by chair Gina Taylor and co-chair Julia Payne, this Council provides educational opportunities for professional development, including the annual Healthcare Career Education Fair. Membership is designed for two nurses per unit/department. Staff are invited to visit Councils that interest them (except Peer Review). If you are interested in representing your unit and joining a Council, contact your manager or the Council chairs.
OUTPATIENT PRACTICE COUNCIL • Meets monthly on the fourth
Thursday at 2 p.m. in the Physician Lounge on the Research Brookside Campus. The chair is Barb Miller. The Council addresses any professional nursing practice, policies, and hospital processes as they relate to the outpatient setting.
RESEARCH COUNCIL • Meets monthly on the fourth Wednesday at
8 a.m. on 7 West. Led by chair Pat Conley and co-chair Sarah Prichard, this Council serves as a forum to review, support and disseminate nursing research that works in conjunction with the Center for Nursing Research and Innovation.
RETENTION COUNCIL • Meets monthly on the third Wednesday at 8 a.m. in the 3 North classroom. Led by chair Becky Wright and co-chair Sirena Howrey, this council reviews retention
Council Highlights
If you are a member of a Council, or would like to see what we are all about, join us for the Shared Governance Breakfast on Thursday, December 13 at 7:30 a.m. in the Boardroom. The Retention Council recently approved two new preceptors and is currently working on revamping the preceptor forms and program to increase consistency. We are discussing new volunteer opportunities for 2013 and collecting for Harvesters. The current collection quarter ends Dec. 31. The Lab won for the third quarter. We recognized 11 people with “Show Us How RMC Cares” for the month of October and a luncheon was held for Service Champions. The fourth quarter P.E.E.R. ceremony will be held on December 4. Don’t forget to vote and join us for the celebration!
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News Briefs
STEPHEN SALANSKI, MD, TAPES APPEARANCE FOR DR. OZ SHOW
Stephen Salanski, MD, family practice physician and director of the Research Family Medicine Residency Program, recently ew to New York City to tape an appearance on The Dr. Oz Show. The show, scheduled to air in December, will focus on the “15-Minute Physical” that was held Oct. 30 on the Research Brookside Campus. The show will also highlight two of the patients that needed follow-up treatment at Goppert-Trinity Family Care. not usually present in early stages. Many patients have advanced disease by the time it becomes noticeable to the patient and doctors. If symptoms are present, they are often vague. Patients may experience different symptoms depending on the location, type and stage of the tumor.
LENNA LEVITCH, MS, CGC, FEATURED ON FOX-4 NEWS
In recognition of Family Health History Day on November 23, FOX4 health reporter Meryl Lin McKean interviewed Lenna Levitch, certi ed genetics counselor at Research Medical Center. Lenna discussed the importance of mapping one’s family’s medical history and creating a medical family tree to help identify health risks one may face in the future. Family gatherings, such as the upcoming holidays, are a great time to catch up on family news and information. They can also provide a good opportunity to learn about one’s family’s health history. This information can help healthcare providers do a better job of assessing a patient’s risk of disease and prescribe appropriate preventive measures or courses of treatment.
WILLIAM ROSENBERG, MD, FEATURED ON FOX-4 NEWS
In recognition of Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, FOX-4 health reporter Meryl Lin McKean interviewed William Rosenberg, MD, neurosurgeon and director at the Center for the Relief of Pain at Research Medical Center. The segment also featured one of Dr. Rosenberg’s patients, a three-year survivor of pancreatic cancer. Cancer of the pancreas is sometimes called a “silent” disease because symptoms are
Information Security Update
WHAT IS MANDATORY WHEN SENDING EPHI?
Phones must be encrypted and password protected for both the sender and receiver. This of course may very hard to verify if they are not HCA-issued phones. The Con dentiality and Security Agreement (CSA) requires every employee, clinician, physician, and vendor to agree that they will protect sensitive data, which includes phones, whether they are personal or HCA provided.
BEST PRACTICE
Always send the minimum PHI. Delete pages containing sensitive data regularly. Remember text paging is not secure, as pager traf c can be publically monitored. Although we have used pagers in the past, this method is now a high risk for data breach. It is recommended that you not use text paging to send sensitive data, including ePHI. If a person receives HCA email on their phone, then it has the HCA encryption policy and password policy pushed to it. If you use an HCA phone that does not receive email and/or is not password protected it may not be encrypted. If you are using an HCA phone that does not receive email and/or is not password protected, please immediately contact IT&S.
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Commemorative Bricks Available This Holiday Season
Looking for a way to remember or celebrate a loved one this holiday season? The Research Foundation offers commemorative bricks perfect for honoring a family member or coworker, celebrating a retirement, or thanking a physician or nurse for their care. For $100, this gift is a special way to show your gratitude to your family, friends, or coworkers. The commemorative brick will be placed in the Celebration of Life Tribute Garden, located on the lawn west of Research Medical Center’s main entrance. To nd out more information or to request a commemorative brick, please call The Research Foundation at 816-276-4218 or visit their website at www. theresearchfoundationkc.org. All contributions for the Celebration of Life Tribute Garden support the Foundation’s healthcare programs for the community including scholarships for nursing students, continuing education for physicians, nurses and allied health professionals and a variety of community health programs.
UPCOMING
Events
DECEMBER 5: “Pelvic Prolapse and Urinary Incontinence” presented by Samuel Kuykendall, MD, @ Research Brookside Campus, 6-7:30 p.m. DECEMBER 18: Employee Holiday Meal @ cafeteria, 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. DECEMBER 20: Employee Holiday Meal @ Home Base, Research Brookside Campus, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. FEBRUARY 1: Hoeper Primary Care Symposium @ Overland Park Sheraton Hotel, 7:15 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Candlelight Ball Recap
The Research Foundation expresses sincere gratitude to the 2012 Candlelight Ball Committee and its chairpersons Dr. Andy and Kristin Armstrong, as well as the many physicians and Research Medical Center employees who attended last month’s 14th Candlelight Ball. Your participation in this event is much appreciated as all proceeds raised from this event go to the Foundation’s health education and scholarship programs including Harmon Diabetes Center, ThinkFirst of Greater Kansas City, Young Traf c Offenders Program, nursing scholarships, and medical education symposiums. At The Research Foundation, we thank you for your generous contribution as it will ensure the ongoing success of each one of the Foundation’s programs.
Healthy Habits Update
WHAT A SPUD!
Sweet potatoes are nutrient powerhouses with Vitamin C, ber, potassium, Vitamin E, iron, magnesium and phytochemicals like beta carotene and lutein. One medium sweet potato can give you your entire day’s supply of Vitamin A. December’s Superfood of the Month is sweet potatoes. Come check out healthy recipes and handouts that discuss bene ts of the superfood of the month. Keep your eye out for party planning tips for the holidays! On Wednesday, Dec. 19 Chef Michael will be featuring baked sweet potato fries with homemade dipping sauces in the cafeteria. Come on by and try it out! Courtesy of the Food and Nutrition Department
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Joint Camp Patient Steps Up to Recovery
BY SHERRY OSBURN
Seventy-six year-old Betty Hill leads an active life that includes visiting older adults in Kansas City to provide homemaking services and support, helping them to continue to live independently. So when she fell several months ago while walking with one of the individuals she cares for, she found her own independence threatened. “When I rst fell, I knew I had injured my shoulder,” Hill says. In fact, she required surgery to repair the damage. But a few months later, her right knee began bothering her. “I was having trouble going up and down the steps at my home. My knee would just lock on me and it was very painful. I live by myself, so it’s important to me to be independent. That’s why I decided I had better get it checked out. ”What Hill found out was that the fall had damaged more than her shoulder - the cartilage in her right knee was badly torn and her doctor recommended a knee replacement. “He said I needed surgery to repair my knee, and he suggested I go to Research,” she says. Hill had had her left knee replaced years ago, so she knew that knee surgery was no walk in the park, but she also knew it was necessary if she wanted to maintain her active lifestyle. “I decided if I wanted to be able to work and live on my own, I had better have the surgery,” she says. After Research Medical Center orthopedic surgeon, Sascha D. Taghizadeh, M.D., replaced her knee, Hill began her recovery on Research’s Joint Camp unit. “They had me up and walking the same day as my surgery,” Hill says. “That was good for me, and they did a great job - they were very compassionate - always checked on my pain level and they were very helpful. ”After just a few days in the hospital, Hill headed home to nish her recovery. With a walker, cane and home visits from a physical therapist, she’s getting back on her feet. “I have been very careful with my knee. I do just what the therapist tells me to,” Hill says. “I’m working on my exibility, and now I can walk down the steps of my house and the sidewalk to the mailbox. ”Her goal is to eventually return to helping others remain active and live independently too, something Hill believes she has been fortunate to do. “I can’t just sit here. I have to work, to help others. I have been blessed to have wonderful doctors and nurses who have taken great care of me,” Hill says. “I want to be able to pass it on.”
Joint Camp Patient Satisfaction Scores
Providing quality care means keeping track of how we’re doing. In the third quarter of 2012, we replaced 27 joints. Eighty- ve percent of these patients were discharged to their homes. The remainder needed additional rehabilitation after leaving Joint Camp. Below is our scorecard on other important questions: • • • Percent of patients who were “very satis ed” with their overall experience in Joint Camp - 96 percent Percent of patients who would “de nitely return” to Research Medical Center for hospitalized care - 81 percent Percent of patients who reported they were “very satis ed” with their pain management - 85 percent
In addition, 85 percent of our patients were out of bed with physical therapy the day of surgery.
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Hoeper Primary Care Symposium
February 1, 2013 • Sheraton Overland Park Hotel
Mark your calendars! On February 1, 2013, the Hoeper Primary Care Symposium will be held at the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel. Presented by The Research Foundation, Post Graduate Institute for Medicine and Bixby Institute, this symposium will offer a variety of topics including diabetes care, managing COPD, cervical cancer prevention, chronic kidney disease care, current healthcare advances in the eradication of vaccine preventable infections in youth, and the management of community acquired pneumonia. Physicians and healthcare professionals can earn up to 6.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits for attending. The Hoeper Primary Care Symposium is being supported through The Research Foundation Hoeper Bixby Educational Fund, which was established by Dr. Sam Hoeper, Sr. The purpose of the fund is to support medical symposiums and conferences for the bene t of the local Kansas City medical community. To nd out more information on the symposium, please visit www.theresearchfoundationkc.org or call the Foundation at 816-276-4218. PROGRAM AGENDA 7:15 a.m. • Registration/Continental Breakfast Moderators: SAM HOEPER, JR., MD and ANNE SLY, MD 7:55 a.m. • Welcome & Introduction 4 p.m. • Adjournment 8 a.m. • DIANE HARPER, MD, MPH, MS “Lessons We Have Learned in Cervical Cancer Prevention and Control” 9 a.m. • JOEL MCKINSEY, MD “Management of Community Acquired Pneumonia” 10 a.m. • Morning Break 10:30 a.m. • SUDDARSHAN HEBBAR, MD “Treatment of Diabetic Kidney Disease: Current and Future Considerations” 11:30 a.m. • Luncheon 12:30 p.m. • MARY ANNE JACKSON, MD “History of Pediatric Vaccine Preventable Infections Through the Eyes of the Red Book” 1:30 p.m. • MICHAEL D. CHACEY, MD “Update in Pulmonary Medicine: Drugs, Diagnostics and Devices” 2:30 p.m. • Afternoon Break 2:45 p.m. • AHMAD N. AL-MUBASLAT, MD “Diabetes Therapy: Evolution, Current Landscape and Future Prospects” 3:45 p.m. • Summary/Evaluation
Pelvic Prolapse and Urinary Incontinence
If you suffer from bladder leakage during physical activity, or a feeling of bulging or pressure in your pelvic area known as prolapse, discover today’s solutions. Procedures with demonstrated safety and ef cacy are now available to help restore your comfort, control and con dence. You don’t have to be one of them. Samuel Kuykendall, MD, urology specialist at Research Medical Center, will discuss these issues at an upcoming seminar. DATE: Dec. 5 REGISTRATION: 6 p.m. SEMINAR: 6:30-7:30 p.m. PRESENTED BY: Samuel Kuykendall, MD LOCATION: Research Brookside Campus • Curry Auditorium
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Wellness Garden
We have reached the end of growing season in the Wellness Gardens at Research Medical Center. The 48 raised beds have produced many vegetables, fruits and owers for the gardeners from Kansas City Community and employees. This year two employees from Research Psychiatric Center, Linda Silva and Tavia Farris, joined the gardeners and planted vegetables and fruit for an inter-faith ministry for homeless persons called reStart, Inc. This organization provides for thousands of homeless men, women, families, children and unaccompanied youth. Linda and Tavia used two garden plots to plant raspberry, blackberry, sage, basil, eggplant, broccoli, tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, green beans, okra and zucchini plants. Their donations were used at a reStart dinner, which served 75 homeless people. Linda and Tavia look forward to plant and provide from their garden and would appreciate any donations of seeds, seedlings and plants from any other gardeners next spring for this good cause. A complete list of reSstart, Inc. needs can be found visiting www.restartinc.org.
Healthy Competition
Several Research Medical Center employees and family members hosted another successful healthy competition kickball event. The goal of this healthy competition is to allow employees and their families to participate in a fun and wholesome process. It is designed to have all departments of the facility to participate at one of the four activities to be offered throughout the year. • • • The rst event occurred during hospital week (May 11) with a ash mob dance in the cafeteria The second event occurred on Aug. 11 with the rst kickball event. A total of ve teams participated, and the ICU won. The third event occurred Sept. 15 with over 10 teams represented with employees and families. The food was good and the competition was tough. The nal game pitted the defending champions from the ICU and Perioperatives Services department. It was a very intense game. In the end, Perioperative Services won the game!
The next event will be volleyball! Date, time and place will be announced soon! Hope to see you there!
