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Vital Signs
November/December 2012
Providence Medical Group –
Hawks Prairie Family Medicine
physicians (left to right):
Peter Taylor, MD
Meghan Duffie, MD
Michael Lynam, MD
Providence Medical Group at Hawks Prairie
Multiple health services in one location!
Your health is important, and your time is valuable. That’s why Providence Medical Group
at Hawks Prairie offers the convenience of several health care services under one roof.
From family medicine, internal medicine and endocrinology to diagnostic imaging,
physical therapy and lab services, you can get the care you need, close to home.
See page 2 to learn more!

An inside look at
Providence Medical Group at Hawks Prairie
2555 Marvin Road NE, Lacey
Hawks Prairie Family Medicine
360.413.4200
Full-service medical care for all ages,
from newborns to seniors.
Women’s health - pap smears, hormone
replacement therapy, osteoporosis screening
and treatment. Prenatal and postnatal
care provided by Dr. Duffie.
Men’s health - treatment of erectile dysfunction,
prostate and urinary problems
Children’s health - well-child exams,
immunizations and sports physicals
Preventive services and health care
maintenance - annual, work and CDL/
DOT physicals, cancer screenings
Management of allergy, asthma and
skin conditions - breathing treatments,
eczema care
Treatment of acute illness & injuries -
colds and flu, urinary infections
Chronic disease management -
diabetes, elevated cholesterol, high blood
Craig Tedder, DPT
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now accepting patients
pressure, weight issues, depression and
seasonal affective disorder
In-office procedures - skin biopsy and
laceration repair, joint injections, casting
and splinting
Hawks Prairie Internal Medicine
360.923.4600
Serving adults of all ages. Our boardcertified
internal medicine physicians
have special training in the prevention
and treatment of diabetes, hypertension,
high cholesterol, heart disease, and other
illnesses and injuries.
Olympia Endocrinology
360.413.4250
Our endocrinologist and advanced
registered nurse practitioner specialize
in endocrinology, treating patients with
thyroid conditions, diabetes, osteoporosis
and other metabolic disorders.
Staff at Providence Medical Group -
Hawks Prairie Family Medicine
Providence St. Peter Hospital
Diagnostic Imaging – Lacey
360.413.4150
Routine X-ray services available. No
appointment necessary, just bring your
physician’s X-ray order. All images are
interpreted by a South Sound Radiologist,
and reports are faxed to the ordering
physician within 24 hours of exam. Stat
reports are received within the same day.
X-ray images on a CD are available
at time of service if patients need to
transport their images to a follow-up
appointment.
PACLAB
360.923.0231
Full-service laboratory offering routine
lab collections for adults and children,
pain management screens and glucose
tolerance tests.
Visit www.provmedicalgroup.org for more information.
Physical therapy now available for Hawks Prairie patients
If you’re a patient at Providence Medical Group - Hawks Prairie Family Medicine or Hawks Prairie
Internal Medicine, you can now see a physical therapist the same day you see your primary care doctor.
Dr. Craig Tedder, physical therapist, specializes in the manual therapy approach to musculoskeletal
problems. He has been in practice for 17 years and is currently a fellow in training for the American
Association of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists.
Physical therapy services are available for adults and children, and most commonly include:
• Evaluation and treatment for neck, back, knee and shoulder pain
• Sports and injury care
• Balance screenings and early intervention for people at risk of falling
• Strengthening programs
Call 360.413.4220 for an appointment.
Reflecting on her
cancer journey
Two years after her breast cancer diagnosis, Kim Lund can
look back on those days with perspective and appreciation.
“I learned a lot about cancer,” she says, “but also about the
kindness you find in the people who are taking care of you.”
The worst kind of news
Kim, an elementary school secretary, was 48 when she
heard the unwelcome news: She had breast cancer. There was
a lot to think about in those first days. Kim was diagnosed
through her nurse practitioner in Olympia, but she
considered going to Tacoma or Seattle for treatment –
she wanted the best.
“I would have made that drive if I thought I’d get better
care,” Kim says. “But the more I learned, the more I realized
I didn’t need to go.” She talked to her doctors, and to a friend
who had recently gotten excellent cancer care at Providence
Regional Cancer System, and decided that staying close to
home was her best option.
Fighting cancer, close to home
“As soon as I started treatment, I knew I’d made the right
decision,” Kim says. “Everyone was extremely competent, and
so incredibly kind to me. Now, in hindsight, I cannot imaging
driving to Seattle three or four times a week for chemo,
injections and lab work, when I had access to excellent care
right here.”
Kim recalls certain aspects of her care that solidly confirmed
her decision: Cancer Center staff were continuously in contact
with her to make sure the next step in her treatment plan was
scheduled and organized. Appointments with her oncologist
Xingwei David Sui, MD, lasted an hour, until all of her
questions were answered. At Kim’s pre-chemo class, her nurse
studied her personalized regimen in advance and was prepared
to talk about specifics, side effects and expectations.
“I felt that the Cancer Center staff did a thorough
‘training’ of me to make sure I was prepared. There are a
lot of unknowns in cancer treatment, but they answered
as many of these in advance as they could. I didn’t have a lot
of surprises.”
Throughout her treatment Kim took advantage of many
Andrea
Potter, RN,
CBPN-IC
of Providence Regional Cancer System’s complementary
therapies, including acupuncture, massage and visits with
a naturopath to help keep her on track with her nutrition.
When her treatment was done, she participated in the
Cancer Transitions program, a six-week course that helps
cancer survivors transition into the “new normal” that is
life after cancer.
Today, Kim is happy to report that her cancer prognosis
is excellent. “It may sound odd, but when my treatment
ended, I almost felt sad. I would miss seeing the people
at the Cancer Center, who had taken such good care of
me for so long.”
Providence Regional Cancer System offers
a variety of resources for people with cancer,
including patient navigator services, complementary
therapies, free classes and support groups.
Visit www.provcancer.org for more information.
Pictured above: Perry and Kim Lund, of Olympia,
enjoy a ride along Deschutes Parkway. Kim was
diagnosed with breast cancer two years ago
and received treatment at Providence Regional
Cancer System in Lacey.
Recently diagnosed with breast cancer?
Our breast cancer patient navigator can help.
A diagnosis of breast cancer can be overwhelming. Our breast cancer
patient navigator at Providence Regional Cancer System connects women
with local resource information, coordinates appointment scheduling and
helps ensure your medical and emotional needs are met through a variety
of supportive offerings. To contact Andrea, call 360.493.4746 or email
andrea.potter@providence.org.
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Schedule of Events
New Schedule!
Opens Wednesday, November 28
Wednesday, November 28 – Sunday, December 2
Open During All Public Viewing
Days, Ladies’ Night Out and
Silver Bells Breakfast
Forest Raffle
Sponsored by McKinney’s Appliance Center Inc.
Buy a ticket for $5 to win your own Christmas
tree or wreath and other tempting items.
Holiday Gift Shop
Sponsored by Anchor Bank
Visit the Christmas Forest Holiday Gift Shop located
on the main floor of the Red Lion Hotel. Shop for
unique gifts and decorations to celebrate the season.
NEW Schedule!
Opens Wednesday, November 28
Discover Something Wonderful at the
25th Annual Christmas Forest.
Red Lion Hotel • 2300 Evergreen Park Drive, Olympia
View more than 40 beautifully decorated trees and
wreaths, stock up on your holiday needs at our Christmas
Forest Gift Shop, and attend one of our special events.
Over the past 24 years, Christmas Forest has generated
more than $4.5 million to provide charity care and
fund life-saving medical equipment.
Platinum Star Presenting Sponsor
Bronze Sponsor
Other Major Tree & Event Sponsors
($2,600 or more as of 9.20.12)
Market Place Office Building – The Rants Group
Panorama City
Olympia Orthopaedic Associates, P.L.L.C.
Olympic Moving and Storage
Reliable Electric
SW Washington Providence Leadership Team
Media SponsorS
Christmas Forest proceeds benefit the Providence
mission to provide vital health care to our community.
Theme donated by The Williams Group
Public Viewing Hours
Nov. 28 – 10 am to 2 pm
Nov. 29 – Noon to 8 pm
Dec. 1 – 10 am to 8 pm
Dec. 2 – 10 am to 8 pm
Tuesday, November 27
Sneak Peek – Private Event
Sponsored by RadiantCare Radiation Oncology
Wednesday, November 28
Opening Day/Public Viewing
10 am – 2 pm
Sponsored by TRA Medical Imaging
Ladies’ Night Out 5 – 9 pm
Sponsored by Olympic Dermatology & Laser Clinic
Celebrate the season with a night of shopping,
savory and sweet treats, and holiday beverages.
A shopping bag and one free drink included.
Visit www.provforest.org for all the details!
Special program that night to raise funds for
Providence Pediatrics. Reservations required. $50
Thursday, November 29
Silver Bells Breakfast 9 am
Sponsored by Olympia Federal Savings
Celebrate with a champagne breakfast in the
Forest among the beautifully decorated Christmas
trees and wreaths. Enjoy entertainment by Chris
Anderson Music. Special program that morning
to raise funds for Providence St. Peter Hospital
Regional Heart Center. Reservations required.
$22 – Guest / $45 – Patron
Senior Discount Day/Public Viewing
Noon – 8 pm
Sponsored by Olympia Cardiac Surgery, Inc.
Friday, November 30
Gala Dinner and Auction
Sold out!
Sponsored by Surgical Associates
Christmas Forest Fund-A-Need
Sponsored by Dr. James and Diane Reus
This year’s Fund-A-Need will support
the Providence St. Peter Sexual
Assault Clinic, one of many missiondriven
programs at Providence, and
one that provides an incredible
resource for children and families
in our community. To donate or learn
more, visit www.provforest.org.
Saturday, December 1
Kids’ Day 10 am – 6 pm
Activities provided by Hands on Children’s Museum
Sponsored by Dr. Dan and Shelly Davidson,
Dr. Jeffrey and Lorraine Hamilton, Dr. James and
Margaret Hutchinson, Dr. Don and Alice Sampson,
Small To Tall Pediatric Dentistry
Saturday’s Regular Public Viewing continues
until 8 pm.
Sunday, December 2
Family Day/Public Viewing 10 am – 8 pm
Sponsored by Heritage Bank
For more information, call the Foundation at 360.493.7981 or visit www.provforest.org.
Like us on facebook: facebook.com/provstpeter
Follow us on twitter @provsouthwestwa
For reservations or more information, call 360.493.7981.
Or register online at www.provforest.org!
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Medrice Coluccio
Join the Patient
Advisory Council
Do you know a former patient –
or family member of one – who has
opinions that would be valuable to
Providence St. Peter Hospital, St. Peter
Family Medicine or other Providence
Medical Group clinics? We are recruiting
new members for The Patient Advisory
Council (PAC). The PAC allows patients
and families to directly impact and
influence the policies affecting the care
and services they receive.
To apply, contact Jill Cooper
at jill.cooper@providence.org or
360.493.4983. Interviews will begin
in November.
Providing hope and healing
Sexual abuse of children has been in the
national news in recent years, but it also
happens right here at home. In fact, one
in four girls and one in six boys will be
sexually abused before the age of 18. Abuse
leaves lasting emotional scars, but an early
response can improve coping and reduce
stress, helping children and their families
get started on their journey of healing.
In our local communities, there appear to
be increasing demands and fewer resources
available for child abuse intervention.
Providence St. Peter Hospital’s Sexual Assault
Clinic & Child Maltreatment Center
works to fill that void. The Sexual Assault
Clinic provides specialized medical care,
support and resources to meet the needs
of families in crisis.
Our physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners
and social workers are always here for
victims of sexual, physical or emotional
abuse. Serving residents of Thurston,
Lewis, Mason, Grays Harbor, Pacific and
Wahkiakum counties, our specialists are on
call 24 hours a day, seven days a week to
provide medical evaluations for children,
adolescents and adults.
Preeti Bhalla, DO
In 2011, the Sexual Assault Clinic
provided nearly $400,000 in subsidized
services for 349 people, many between
the ages of three and nine. This important
work needs ongoing support, which is why
this year’s Christmas Forest Fund-A-Need
contributions will provide hope and healing
for children victimized by abuse.
For 25 years, Christmas Forest has served
as Providence St. Peter Foundation’s largest
annual fundraising event, generating
much-needed funds for programs such as
the Sexual Assault Clinic that are a vital
resource for our community.
We invite you to join us at the
Forest Nov. 28-Dec. 2. Stroll through
the beautiful trees and participate in
special festivities, all of which support
the Providence mission to provide health
services to those in need. You can find
details about these events or donate
online at www.provforest.org.
Thank you for supporting health care
services in our community. May each of
you have a safe and memorable holiday
season with family and friends.
Medrice Coluccio – Chief Executive,
Providence Health & Services, Western
Washington Region – Southwest
Welcome Dr. Bhalla
Preeti Bhalla, DO
Olympia Infectious Disease Clinic
360.493.4001
Dr. Bhalla is a board-certified internal medicine physician
who completed her infectious disease fellowship at Oregon
Health & Science University in Portland. She is a graduate
of Des Moines University, College of Osteopathic Medicine,
in Iowa, and did her internship and residency in internal
medicine at Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego.
Olympia Infectious Disease Clinic is currently located
at 149 Lilly Road NE, with a new location scheduled to
open in early 2013.
Need a doctor?
Go to www.provmedicalgroup.org
health calendar
For a complete list of classes, support groups & meeting times,
visit www.providence.org/swsa.
Childbirth Classes
Register online at www.nwchildbirth.com.
Diabetes
Diabetes Self-Management Classes
on nutrition, medication, exercise, glucose
monitoring and complication prevention.
Physician referral required. Call 493.7567.
Exercise
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Call 493.7496.
Therapeutic Yoga: Support for the
Cancer Journey Focuses on reducing
stress and promoting holistic health.
$80/8 classes. Call 412.8951.
Heart Health
Cardiac Rehabilitation Physician referral
required. Call 493.7050.
Mended Hearts For cardiac patients
and support partners. Call 456.8607 for
membership details.
Free Support Groups
ADD For adults with attention deficit
disorder. Third Wednesday of each month.
Call 786.5070.
ALS 1st Tuesday, 2-3:30 p.m. Emilie
Gamelin Pavilion, 3rd floor. Funded by
MDA. Call 253.272.6200.
Bereavement Call 493.4667.
Brain Injury 2nd Tuesday of each month,
6-7:30 p.m. Call 878.7240.
Breastfeeding Call 754.8080.
Cancer Counseling Call 493.7960.
Eating Disorders Call 440.0607
or 259.9231.
Cancer 101:
Basics & Beyond
Jan. 14, 6-8 p.m.
Providence St. Peter Hospital
Room 200, next to cafeteria
Attend a complimentary dinner event with
our team of cancer experts. From diagnosis
to treatment and more, you’ll learn what
to expect as you navigate the path ahead.
Resources available, plus time to ask
questions. Bring a guest! RSVP at
www.provregister.org, or call 360.412.8949.
International Survivors of
Suicide Day Saturday, Nov. 17, 10 a.m.
Call 253.973.0492 for more information.
Look Good, Feel Better For women
with cancer. Sponsored by ACS. Call
800.ACS.2345.
NAMI Family-to-Family 12-week
education program for families of
individuals with mental illness.
Call 491.3423 or 493.6021.
NAMI Family Support For family
members of loved ones suffering from
mental illness. Call 486.4190 or 493.6021.
Overeaters Anonymous Call 786.8886
or 491.8406.
Pregnancy After Loss Information
line only. Call 923.0344.
Prostate Cancer – Us Too
Man-to-man support group. Third
Tuesday of each month, 7-8:30 p.m.
Call 438.3644 or 427.1022.
P.S. Support For parents who have
experienced stillbirth, newborn death
or miscarriage. Call 493.7240.
SoundCareKids For families with
children who have suffered a loss.
Pre-register at 493.5928.
Stop Smoking Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
Call 357.5297.
Stroke Club For survivors, families &
caregivers. 2nd Sunday of each month,
2:30 p.m. Call 705.0934 or 264.2120.
Touch of Strength For breast cancer
patients. Call 943.7032, 459.8062 or
800.ACS.2345.
Community Events
Coping with the Holidays
Tuesday, Nov. 13, 6-8 p.m.
Providence SoundHomeCare and
Hospice, conference room
3432 South Bay Rd. NE, Olympia
This free seminar presented by
Providence SoundHomeCare and
Hospice provides information and
emotional support to those grieving
the loss of loved ones. To register or
learn more, call 360.493.4667.
Light Up a Life
Sunday, Nov. 25, 4 p.m.
Lacey Community Center
Join us for Providence SoundHome-
Care and Hospice’s annual memorial
service, Light Up a Life: A Winter Time
of Remembrance. This event provides
an opportunity for families and staff
to grieve together while honoring the
memory of loved ones who have died.
Sharing memories can rekindle hope
and love, bringing light to the winter
season. For more information, please
call 360.493.4656.
Living with & Beyond Cancer
Wednesday, Dec. 5, 6:30-8 p.m.
Providence St. Peter Hospital
Room 200, next to cafeteria
Cancer can take a physical toll on the
body. It also can shake up emotions, relationships,
spiritual beliefs, finances and
more. Attend a free information session
about coping with the many aspects of
cancer. Family members and friends are
welcome to attend, too. RSVP at
www.provregister.org, or call
360.412.8949.
Prevent child sexual abuse
Thursday, Jan. 17, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Providence St. Peter Hospital
Room 200, next to cafeteria
Learn how to recognize, prevent and
react responsibly to child sexual abuse.
Attend a “Darkness to Light” training
session presented by Providence St.
Peter Sexual Assault Clinic. Snacks
provided. $15 suggested donation
to cover class materials.
To sign up, visit www.provregister.org
or call 360.493.7469.
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413 Lilly Road NE
Olympia, WA 98506
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PAID
OLYMPIA, WA
PERMIT NO. 294
Get the facts about flu shots
Flu season is officially under
way, but there is still time to
protect yourself. Infections
start occurring as early as
October and generally peak
in January and February.
It can take up to two weeks for your
flu shot to start providing full protection,
so it is best to get a flu shot as soon as the
vaccine is available, even if you received a
flu shot last year.
The flu virus is constantly changing,
which means the vaccine is also changing.
Public health experts develop a new
vaccine every year to treat the three most
widespread flu strains for the current year.
And, despite what you may have heard,
getting your flu shot does not give you
the flu. “If you feel achy and feverish after
the shot, it’s your own immune system
working to protect you; it’s not the flu,”
says DelRene Davis, ARNP, Providence
Medical Group - West Olympia Family
Medicine.
The flu shot is made from dead flu
viruses (germs). “When you get the shot,
these dead germs ‘trick’ your body into
making antibodies ahead of time,” says
Davis. “Now you’re ready to defend
yourself in case the real flu catches
up with you.”
Immunization is especially
critical for:
• people with chronic medical conditions
such as asthma, diabetes, heart or lung
disease
• pregnant women
• seniors age 65 and over
• young children
Anyone who lives with or cares for
those at higher risk should also get a
flu shot.
You can receive your flu vaccine
two different ways:
1. The “flu shot”– made from a killed
virus that has been tested and approved
for use. The flu shot comes in three
different varieties:
• A regular dose for those six months
and older
• An intradermal shot (injected into
the skin instead of a muscle) for people
ages 18 to 64
• A high-dose shot for those 65 or older
2. The “flu mist” – made from a weakened
vaccine, given as a nasal spray. The
spray is approved for those 2 to 49 years
of age who are healthy and not pregnant.
You should not get a flu shot if you
have a severe allergy to chicken eggs, have
had a severe reaction to a previous shot,
have a fever at the time, or have a history
DelRene Davis is an
advanced registered nurse
practitioner at Providence
Medical Group – West
Olympia. Her medical interests
include preventive care, sports
medicine, women’s health and
chronic disease management.
She is currently accepting
new patients. Call 360.486.6710
to schedule an appointment.
of Guillain-Barre syndrome. Consult
your primary care provider if you have
any questions or concerns.
VitalSigns Editor: Traci Blake • 360.493.7245
traci.blake@providence.org