Download Spring 2012 - Logan Memorial Hospital

New Vision
Spring 2012
Wellness fair
Community Wellness Fair
on Saturday March 10th.
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iTriage
Auburn Community Health
Clinic has a new online
appointment registration
feature through an
iTriage® partnership
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FREE Healthcare App
for Smartphones or at
www.iTriageHealth.com
Check symptoms &
nd possible causes
• Determine appropriate treatment path
COLON CANCER
Research tests, treatments, medications,
procedures, and diseases
Colorectal cancer is the
third leading cancer
killer for men and
women in the United
States.
Schedule Appointments from your phone
or online at www.iTriageHealth.com
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SCHOLARSHIP
Logan Memorial Hospital
is pleased to announce
the annual Healthcare
Studies Scholarship.
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Communit
y Wellness Fair
Don’t miss the Community Wellness
Fair on Saturday, March 10th from
8 – 11 a.m. The event will be held at
the New Friendship Baptist Church,
5030 Friendship Road in Auburn.
A wealth of FREE screenings will be
available for all attendees. You will
have the opportunity to participate in
the following:
• Blood Glucose*
• Blood Pressure Checks
• Body Fat Analysis
• Body Mass Index
• Bone Density
• Cholesterol Testing (LDL, HDL, Risk)*
• Colon Cancer Screening
• Early Childhood Development
• Glaucoma Screening
• Lung Function Testing
• Oral Cancer Screening
• PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen)
• Sleep Apnea Assessment
*indicates fasting required
Transportation will be provided within
the Auburn area if needed. Please call
542-6244, by Friday, March 9, if you wish
to schedule this service.
Childcare will be provided for all
participants and free refreshments will
be available.
Call 725-4601 with questions.
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Auburn Community Health Clinic Now
Offers Mobile Appointment Setting
Auburn Community Health Clinic recently announced a new online
appointment registration feature through a partnership with iTriage®
– a free mobile healthcare app that lets patients access medical
information online and from their smartphones.
Now more than ever, patients want online access to medical
providers, and a recent survey from Intuit Health reported that 81%
of patients want to schedule appointments online. The appointment
request feature allows patients to quickly request an appointment
at Auburn Community Health Clinic directly from their computer
or mobile device, increasing efficiency and streamlining the
appointment process. iTriage also lets users do the following:
• Research medical symptoms
• Learn about possible causes and
treatment options
• Obtain medication information for
treatment of a specific condition
• Find Auburn Community Health Clinic
information like hours, services
provided, and turn-by-turn directions
“As more patients turn to online devices to access and manage
medical information, it’s crucial to provide them with the resources to
insure healthcare access is convenient and reliable,” said Michelle
Mitchell, Director of Business Development. “Online appointment
setting provides a confidential service when scheduling an
appointment over the phone isn’t ideal.”
iTriage can be accessed from any Internet-enabled device at
www.iTriageHealth.com and is also available as a free download for
iPhone® and Android™ mobile phones through app stores.
About Auburn Community Health Clinic
Located just off Highway 68/80 in Auburn, Kentucky, Auburn
Community Health Clinic (ACHC) is staffed by two Nurse Practitioners
and specializes in treating minor illnesses and injuries. ACHC is open
Monday through Friday 8 AM-5 PM and Saturday from 8 AM-2 PM.
Most insurance types are accepted, as well as self-pay. Walk-ins are
welcome.
FREE Healthcare App
for Smartphones or at
www.iTriageHealth.com
• Check symptoms &
nd possible causes
• Determine appropriate treatment path
• Research tests, treatments, medications,
procedures, and diseases
• Schedule Appointments from your phone
or online at www.iTriageHealth.com
Patients can quickly request appointments, look up
symptoms and access medical information online and from
their smartphones.
A Body Under Attack: Autoimmune Disease
Approximately 23 million Americans
or one in five people suffer from
autoimmune diseases (AD). Women
are three times more likely than men
to have an AD. Autoimmune disease
occurs when the body attacks its own
cells. This disease may only involve
certain organs such as the pancreas
or lungs or may spread throughout
the body. Some examples include: Chronic
obstructive
pulmonary
disease (COPD), Crohn’s disease,
rheumatoid arthritis, and lupus. About Antibodies and
Autoimmune Disease
The immune system creates proteins
in people
(antibodies) to fight bacteria and
suffer from
infections. However, sometimes the
immune system goes into overdrive
autoimmune disease
and creates autoantibodies that
target the body’s own tissue. The Autoimmune Related Diseases
Association (AARD) indicates that the number of autoimmune diseases
has been increasing significantly within the past decade. The reason is
largely unknown, but seems to cluster in families. For example a mother
may have lupus; her son, juvenile diabetes; her sister, Crohn’s and her
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grandmother, rheumatoid arthritis. Proper diagnosis may be difficult. Women, often in their child bearing years seem to present with vague
symptoms with a tendency to come and go. Logan Memorial Pharmacy Technician, Carrie McClelland was
diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at age 19.
Dr. Abrar Arshad,
Gastroenterologist, made the diagnosis and was able to start a treatment
plan to help her stay healthy.
“Living with an auto-immune disease myself, I know how discouraging
it can be at times. There are daily struggles and battles that must be
fought. However, there is hope! Being diagnosed with a chronic illness
may slow us down, but it doesn’t have to stop us! I am lucky to have
a supportive family and team of wonderful doctors around me,” said
McClelland. “I want to encourage others to keep their heads up, keep
fighting for answers, and supporting the search for cures.” More Statistics*
23.5 million Americans have an autoimmune disease, whereas cancer
affects up to 9 million and heart disease up to 22 million. It is estimated
that annual direct health care costs for AD to be in the range of $100
billion. In comparison, cancers cost are $57 billion and heart and stroke
costs are $200 billion (source NIH, AHA).
*Information provided by National Institute for Health and American Autoimmune
Related Diseases Association, Inc.
2011 Physician and Employee
of the Year Announced
Logan Memorial’s 2011 Physician of the Year and
Employee of the Year were recognized at Logan
Memorial’s Holiday Party in early January.
Six Steps to Helping Prevent
Colorectal Cancer
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and, according to the
American Cancer Society, the disease is both the third most commonly diagnosed
cancer and the third leading cause of cancer death in men and women in the
United States. More than 90 percent of cases are diagnosed in those over age 50.
“Unfortunately, colorectal cancer has no early warning signs, which means
screenings are critical in diagnosing the disease,” says Dr. Ellis, a General Surgeon
at Logan Memorial Hospital. “When symptoms do occur, they may include blood
in the stool, abdominal pain, a change in bowel habits (constipation or diarrhea),
unexplained weight loss, or extreme fatigue.”
Colorectal cancer develops from precancerous polyps in the colon or rectum, and
occurs as a result of errors in the way cells grow and repair the lining of the colon.
Dr. Arshad, a Gastroenterologist at Logan Memorial Hospital recommends the
following steps to help prevent the disease:
Get Screened. Beginning at age 50, make a commitment to regular screenings for
colorectal cancer. If you have a close relative who has suffered from colorectal
polyps or colorectal cancer, or if you have inflammatory bowel disease, talk to your
doctor about getting screened today. There are several different types of screening
tests that may be combined or used alone, including:
• Colonoscopy
• High-sensitivity fecal occult blood test
• Flexible sigmoidoscopy
Eat Smart. Medical experts agree that one of the best ways to reduce your chances
of developing colorectal cancer is to maintain a diet low in animal fats and high in
fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
Get Moving. Studies show that those who are physically active are 24 percent less
likely to develop colorectal cancer than those who are not. Exercise at least 30
minutes a day, several days per week, whenever possible.
Maintain a Healthy Weight. Also, keep in mind that studies have shown that your
body type can influence your risk for developing colorectal cancer. Those with an
“apple” shape and those carrying extra weight around the waist are at greatest risk.
Take Your Vitamin D. The American Cancer Society suggests that Vitamin D can
reduce the risk of developing colorectal cancer by helping the body get rid of its
own highly toxic digestive acid. Oral calcium supplements can also help reduce
the risk of developing the cancer.
Commit to Being Tobacco Free. Research shows a link between smoking and
colorectal cancer, because inhaled or swallowed tobacco smoke transports
carcinogens to the colon. Tobacco use has also been shown to increase polyp size.
To learn more about preventing and treating colorectal cancer, visit
www.cancer.org and click on Learn About Cancer, then Colon and Rectal Cancer.
During the months of March and April, Logan Memorial Hospital will offer free
Fecal Occult Blood Tests (FOBT) to the community. To request a test kit either
call 725-4601 or visit LoganMemorial.com.
The
2011
Physician
of the Year is Dr. Terry
Crafton. An Emergency
Room doctor since 2006,
Crafton is widely known
throughout the hospital
as a team player. In the
past 12 months he has
accepted a leadership
position for an Initiative to help Logan Memorial Hospital
become an accredited Chest Pain Center and will serve
as the facility’s Medical Director.
Terry Crafton is extremely dedicated to his parents and
grandchildren and loves fishing with his wife, Cheryl.
Logan Memorial’s 2011
Employee of the Year is
Penny Pearson. Penny
began her employment
at Logan Memorial as a
pharmacy
technician.
Later she moved to
Materials
Management
and was named director
of that department in 2006. The next year her duties were
expanded to include Housekeeping as well.
When presenting her award, CFO Jason Schmeidt had this
to say: “I was very excited to see Penny get the recognition
as employee of the year. The departments she manages
impact every department and patient at Logan Memorial
Hospital in some fashion. Penny consistently exceeds my
expectations and is an excellent example of someone
following the “High Five” guiding principles. I can always
count on Penny to focus her energy on finding the best
solution to solve the issue presented.”
Penny is deeply involved in her church and family, which
includes husband Tim and children, Bethany and Justin.
LOGAN MEMORIAL HOSTS
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
Thursday, MARCH 22
Did you know that every two seconds a patient within the
US needs blood? That translates to 44,000 units of blood
needed each day in this country alone.
On Thursday, March 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Logan
Memorial Hospital will host an American Red Cross
Blood Drive. Potential donors must be at least 16 years
old, weigh 110 pounds and be in good health. The donor
should not have given blood in the past in 56 days. Please
call 270-725-4601 or go to RedCrossBlood.org and enter
sponsor code LMH to schedule an appointment.
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LOGAN MEMORIAL OFFERS
HEALTHCARE STUDY SCHOLARSHIP
Logan Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce the annual Healthcare
Studies Scholarship. This award will be presented to a High School
Senior from both Logan County and Russellville school systems. To be
considered for the scholarship, applicants must be planning a career in
healthcare. Selection criteria are based on academic achievement and
documented financial need.
Those interested in receiving an application should contact the school
guidance counselor or call the hospital at 725-4601 for more information.
The deadline to apply is April 30, 2012.
Medical Staff of Logan Memorial Hospital
Gastroenterology:
Dr. Abrar Arshad
General Surgery:
Dr. Adam Ellis
Gynecology:
Dr. Steven Beverly
Radiology:
Dr. Beth Cooper
Dr. L. Sharon Smith
Dr. Stan Amonette
Dr. William Brannick
Dr. Robert Francis
Dr. Michael Marks
Internal Medicine:
Dr. Muhammad Ahmed
Dr. James C. Dodson
Dr. Brian Humble
Dr. Kamal Singh
Dr. Kushal Singh
Gerontology:
Dr. Abby Singh
Orthopedics:
Dr. Joseph Zehner
Pediatrics:
Dr. Ronald Elder
Dr. Varsha Humble
SPECIALTY STAFF
Cardiology:
Dr. Tullio Emanuele
Dr. Mark Koenig
Dr. G.S. Scoville
Dr. Mohammad Waheed
Electrophysiology:
Dr. Frank Schwender
Nephrology
Dr. Frank Boateng
Opthamology:
Dr. John McCubbin
Dr. Aaron Porter
Emergency Room:
Dr. Maulik Desai, Director
Dr. Terry Crafton
Dr. Akhter Khan
Dr. Christopher Bunch
Dr. Thokur Vyas
Nurse Practitioner:
James Staples, ARNP
Stacia Washer, ARNP
Pain Management:
Dr. Ram Pasupuleti
Podiatry:
Dr. Jennifer Benge
Dr. Kevin Davis
Urology:
Dr. Vivek Narain
1625 Nashville Street
Russellville, KY 42276
Family Practice:
Dr. Lawrence Gotts
Dr. Patrick Hayden
Dr. Charles Mathis
BOWLING GREEN, KY
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