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Page 8 Oxford Hills Observer April 2013 www.turnerpublishing.net The Stephens Connection Connecting Stephens Memorial Hospital and Western Maine Health to the communities we serve. Stephens Memorial Hospital 2013 Annual Fund For 56 years Stephens Memorial Hospital and the community have championed the need for quality healthcare in western Maine. From its humble beginnings to our current facility the staff at Stephens Memorial Hospital has been able to provide exceptional medical care because of the commitment of our staff and the financial support from our community. We cannot remain static in our quest to provide quality care. Our need to invest in technology to recruit and retain the best physicians to Norway and enhance healthcare outcomes is critical. Our Annual Fund campaign for 2013 will fund the purchase of a laparoscopic tower and supporting equipment for our surgeons in the Operating Room. The laparoscopic surgery is less invasive for the patient, reduces time spent in the hospital and generally allows the patient to return to their normal routine more quickly. Contributions to our Annual Fund are vital in ensuring that new technology and programs are funded. If you would like to support Stephens Memorial Hospital, visit our website: wmhcc.org and click on the Ways to Give Link to see how you can help. U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack Speaks at Maine Medical Center about 5210 Efforts On March 14th U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack spoke at Maine Medical Center on USDA’s efforts to improve childhood nutrition and prevent obesity to raise a healthier generation of Americans. “We must continue to take action today to ensure that today’s young people grow up healthy and strong, or we will see more challenges – everything from soaring health care costs to diminished national security and decreased business competitiveness,” said Vilsack. SMH’s Pat Watson, MS, RD, LD, CDE, Director of Food and Nutrition Services at SMH, as a representative of the MaineHealth Food Service Task force, was invited to join Secretary Vilsack on stage. Carl Costanzi, Director Let’s Go Oxford County, was also in attendance. For more information on the Let’s Go program visit www.letsgo.org. Just What our Patients Ordered Timothy A. Churchill, President and CEO of Western Maine Health is pleased to announce that Dr. Inga Johannesson will be joining Oxford Hills Internal Medicine in May. Dr. Johannesson will complement the services that are currently provided by Dr. William Medd, Dr. David Kumaki, Dr. Frank Kieliszek, Dr. Peter Harbage and Dr. Brian Nolan. Dr. Johannesson is board certified in Internal Medicine. She received her medical degree at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency training at Frankford Hospitals in Philadelphia Pennsylvania. Dr. Johannesson has been a practicing physician since 2004, her experience will be an excellent addition to the practice. Dr. Inga Johannesson Oxford Hills Internal Medicine SMH Run for Wellness 5k Registration is Open! Spring 2013 Issue 19 U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack Photo provided by Maine Medical Center SMH Run for Wellness5K On June 2, 2013 we will be holding our second annual SMH Run for Wellness 5k! If you are an experienced competitor or if you are interested in participating in your first road race, we invite you to walk or run with us on June 2 in the SMH Run for Wellness 5k! There will be a Kids Fun Run starting at 8:15 am! All kids ages 14 and under are invited to participate at no cost! The SMH Run for Wellness 5K will begin at 9:00 am. For more information or to register please visit us online at www.wmhcc.org. Register by Wednesday, May 1 and receive a free SMH Run for Wellness 5K shirt on race day! See you at the finish line! This newsletter is a publication of the Community Relations & Development Department at Stephens Memorial Hospital. For More Information Please Visit Our Website at www.wmhcc.org
April 2013 Oxford Hills Observer Page 9 www.turnerpublishing.net MSHCC Welcomes New Staff Cindy Ci d James, J RN, RN BSN BSN MDS Coordinator Amanda Johnson, RN Clinical Coordinator Class of 2013 Maine Medical Center / Tufts University School of Medicine Medical Students - Where are they now? UPCOMING EVENTS - MARK YOUR CALENDAR LIVING WELL FOR BETTER HEALTH Tuesdays, April 2 - May 7 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM FMI - 1-866-609-5183 ADVANCE CARE PLANNING Wednesday, April 10 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM FMI - 1-866-609-5183 STAYING ON YOUR FEET Thursday, April 11 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM FMI: 744-6160 Thomas Lawton, Administrator of Market Square Health Care Center is pleased to announce, Cindy James, RN, BSN has recently been hired as the MDS Coordinator and Amanda Johnson, RN has been hired as the Clinical Coordinator for Market Square Health Care Center. Cindy will provide comprehensive assessment for Long Term Care patients. Assessment is done at set intervals and the MDS Coordinator assesses the quality of care and different payment levels for patients. Cindy is an experienced nurse with 14 years of experience working in various nursing settings. Amanda will ensure quality care is provided to residents by working with and coordinating clinical staff. Amanda is an experienced nurse with 5 years of experience working in various nursing settings. Foundation Members Save the Date Stephens Community Healthcare Foundation Annual Meeting Wednesday, May 15 at 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Ripley Medical Office Building in the Harper Conference Center (193 Main Street, Norway) Kr K is isti ti t Lar ar a ne n d Ni Nico cole le Bar ar a be bee Ka Kati tie e Br Bren en enna na n n The Class of 2013 medical students were the first group to complete a rotation at SMH and live in the student housing complex, providing students the opportunity to be immersed in the community living and working beside the patients they are caring for. The third Friday in March known as Match Day is when the medical students find out where they “matched” for their resident training program. Congratulations on all your hard work and we wish you luck in your next steps! Kristi Larned - Internal Medicine Program Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - Boston, MA Nicole Barbee - Family Medicine Program Waukesa Memorial Hospital - Waukesa, WI Katie Brennan - Family Medicine Program Maine Medical Center - Portland, ME WALKING FOR THE HEALTH OF IT Thursdays, April 11 - May 30 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM FMI - 1-866-609-5183 SAFE SITTER CLASS Monday, April 15 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM FMI - 743-1562 X 6957 HEARTSAVER CPR Thursday, May 2 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM FMI - 1-866-609-5183 Updated Imaging Suite We are excited to announce our new updated imaging suite which includes new x-ray equipment. The new equipment means less radiation exposure for our patients and it can accommodate a wider range of patients. Like us on Facebook Facebook.com/StephensMemorialME SMH Tobacco Free Campus SMH Awarded 10 Stars for the 2013 Maine Tobacco- Free Hospital Network Gold Start Standards of Excellence Program The Maine Tobacco-Free Network, an initiative of the Breathe Easy Coalition of Maine recognizes hospitals for taking steps to create tobacco-free hospital environments and supporting tobacco-free lifestyles for patients, staff and the community. The annual Gold Star Standards of Excellence awards program celebrates the efforts of Maine hospitals. Stephens Memorial Hospital was recognized for receiving a gold level award. For more information about these events or for other opportunities offered by Stephens Memorial Hospital please visit our website at www.wmhcc.org “Like” us on Facebook for more information about upcoming classes and events! Facebook.com/StephensMemorialME
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