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SUMMER 2013WWW.EVERGREENHEALTH.COMmonitor081011Celebrating the Next GenerationFamilies return to embrace trusted maternitycare with each new generationNICU Families Pay It ForwardParents find healing in caring for othersin need of supportFinding the Best ChildbirthTeam For Your FamilyImportant questions to considerwhen you’re expectingEmbracing04 Family-centered CareA philosophy pioneered by EvergreenHealthmaternity providers continues to thrive todayEvergreenHealth MedicalCenter in Kirkland, includingHome Health and Hospice24-Hour Emergency Carein Kirkland and RedmondUrgent Care in Redmondand WoodinvillePrimary Care in Canyon Park,Duvall, Kenmore, Monroe,Redmond, Sammamish andWoodinville17 Specialty Practicesin KirklandEvergreenHealth NurseNavigator & Healthline425.899.3000Blaire, Tyler & Graham Henebry, Redmond

FeaturesMessagefrom the CEORobert H. Malte, Chief Executive OfficerAt EvergreenHealth, new beginningstake place every day. We have theprivilege of sharing and celebrating thosetransformational moments with patients,neighbors and community members whomake EvergreenHealth part of their family’sgrowth, generation after generation.04081011TABLE OF CONTENTSFEATURESEmbracing Family-Centered CareCelebrating the Next GenerationNICU Families Pay It ForwardFinding the Best Childbirth Team for Your FamilyDear Friends,Welcome to the summer issue of Monitor, our quarterlyopportunity to share insights and resources forhelping the members of our community live healthy,active lives. We are dedicating a large part of thisedition of Monitor to our regionally and nationallyrecognized Family Maternity Center, where the teamof professionals has passionately embraced a familycenteredapproach to bringing nearly 5,000 new livesinto our community each year.As you’ll discover through the stories in this issue,the Family Maternity Center is one the mostcomprehensive maternity centers in the Puget Soundregion, providing families with a range of choices asthey work with their providers to create their desiredbirth plans. Our advanced capabilities meet patientsat every step along their journey, offering the abilityto provide care and services for all families, includingthose for whom the risks of pregnancy complicationsare greatest.And this spring, with the help of our community, weraised $1.2 million to help support families served byEvergreenHealth’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)with expanded space and innovative technology to carefor critically ill and extremely premature infants duringtheir vital first hour of life.This edition will also give you an in-depth view ofthe growth that EvergreenHealth has experiencedas we look back on our 40th anniversary and prepareto serve the next generation for a lifetime of health andwellness. In this issue—as we do once a year—we’veincluded a copy of our Community Annual Report,which highlights our mission in being a trusted partnerin your family’s health, and our commitmentto the values that guide our care.In this spirit, join me in embracing the health of ournext generation as we embark on our next 40 yearsof service.In good health,Robert H. MalteChief Executive OfficerFor some families, a new beginning is marked by thebirth of a baby—that extraordinary moment whena breath of new life transforms an expectant womaninto a mother, a supportive mother into a grandmother.Over our 40-year history, we’ve seen many familiesreturn to EvergreenHealth to celebrate thosemilestones with the birth of each new generation—an honor that humbles us time after time.For others, a new beginning may involve recommittingto a healthy lifestyle, discovering a new way of life aftera medical treatment, or embracing ways to live fullyand actively with each passing year.As we look back on our first 40 years, we find ourorganization poised to begin anew, as well. As we beginour 41st year of service to the community, we remainfocused on our purpose to enrich the health and wellbeingof every life we touch, while we also look aheadto preparing the members of the next generation fora lifetime of living at their healthiest best selves.In this issue of Monitor, you’ll meet some of thepeople who have made EvergreenHealth part of theirmultigenerational family history, and we’ll offer a fewtips and resources for ensuring your family’s healthand wellness for generations to come.12180216192224Discover Women’s and Children’s Servicesat EvergreenHealthUPDATESHalvorson Cancer Center CelebratesGrand OpeningEvergreenHealth Providers Featured onNew Day NorthwestBreast Health Center Celebrates Two Yearsof 3-D MammogramsHold the Date for Upcoming EventsIN EVERY ISSUEMessage from the CEOHealthiest Best at Any AgeHealth ClassesEvergreenHealth FoundationPrimary, Urgent, Emergencyand Specialty Care02

FeaturesEmbracingPictured above: BLAIRE, TYLER & GRAHAM HENEBRY, REDMOND“The entire team was soaccommodating, and really helped usstay focused on meetingour new baby.”carefamily-centeredFor thousands of years, women acrosscultures and historical eras have sharedthe experience of giving birth andbecoming a mother. While science hasbrought about technological advancesand improved safety practices, theextraordinary experience of childbirthis something that has continued to bondwomen and families in ways that fewother life events can.In recent history, teams of nurses and providersin obstetrics and women’s care have dramaticallyimproved the way providers prioritize patients’preferences and have created a more comfortable,inclusive environment for welcoming babies intothe world. EvergreenHealth was at the forefrontof that movement nearly 30 years ago, pioneeringthe philosophy of family-centered care. Todaythat approach continues to resonate with familiesand their childbirth teams who partner togetherthroughout this incredible journey.04 05

FeaturesOver Dr. Chuck Heffron’s 30-year career as anobstetrician in the Family Maternity Center, he,with a group of dedicated doctors and nurses,partnered with the organization to makebold, patient-focused changes that inspiredthe philosophy of family-centered care thatis embraced by many today. In retirement,he continues to advise the organization as itcontinually seeks to improve the patient andfamily experience in childbirth and beyond.PICTURED At LEFT: Charles Heffron, MD“After attention to safety, our role canbe to help make the experience ofchildbirth as personalized andpatient-centered as possible.”Last August, when Blaire Henebry’s delivery day arrived,she was determined to have the natural childbirth sheand Dr. Wells had discussed. But standing at just a hairover 5 feet tall, she knew her birth plan might not goas she had hoped.“My labor was long and rocky, but I knew I was in goodhands the entire time,” Blaire recalls.Blaire says of the moments, and then days, followingher son’s birth.And Blaire hasn’t left the EvergreenHealth family,either. She is one of thousands of moms who participatein parent-baby educational classes that help familiesnavigate the new discoveries of parenting, together.“I like to tell women that they are every bit as goodas the millions of women who have come before them,”Dr. Heffron explains. “The goal is simply the bestexperience and outcomes for mom and baby. Our roleis to help ensure the safest and best possible experienceof childbirth and as personalized and patient-centeredas possible.”When Blaire Henebry discovered she was pregnant, shecalled her sister in Montana for advice on the importantnext steps she would take in planning to have a baby.Her sister, having connections in the Northwest,referred Blaire to the Center for Women’s Health atEvergreenHealth, which happened to be just 10 minutesfrom Blaire’s Redmond home.Blaire chose Dr. Karen Wells, the center’s medical director,as her obstetrician, and Dr. Wells immediately put Blaire’sanxious nerves at ease.“I was paranoid abouteverything,” Blaire remembers.“But Dr. Wells really set mymind at ease, and helped mefeel in control and educatedabout what to expect.”“I was particularly intriguedby the notion ofmoms and babiesnot having to changeenvironments.”That feeling of comfort andconfidence was central to theexperience Dr. Chuck Heffron envisioned for maternitypatients back in the early 1980s, when he along witha team of doctors, nurses, staff and dedicated volunteersspearheaded the family-centered care philosophy thatis embraced by so many today.“We had a real opportunity to take a more progressiveapproach to how we partnered with and cared for ourpatients and to maximize the childbirth experience,but it had to be genuine and accepted by everyone acrossthe department,” Dr. Heffron says.The team started by looking at every aspect of theexperience from a patient-and-family perspective, keepingthe patient’s and family’s choices and comfort at thecenter of every decision.“I was particularly intrigued by the notion of momsand babies not having to change environments,”Dr. Heffron says.And, before any other hospital was doing it,EvergreenHealth introduced single labor, delivery andrecovery birthing suites and eliminatedits well-born nursery. Along with thosechanges, the hospital also did awaywith visiting hours and prescheduledfeeding times for newborns.“Our goal was to eliminate hospitalinconveniences and maximize the timefamilies spent together in a settingwhere we could provide them with thetools and techniques to educate new parents and helpgive them confidence,” Dr. Heffron adds.The family-centered approach quickly became thestandard of care adopted by the Family Maternity Center,balancing absolute patient safety with an individualizedpatient experience.“From the inception of a family centered pregnancy andbirth center, we—the entire staff—all understood howenriching the experience can be when family membersare included,” Dr. Wells comments.She labored for 31 hours while her husband’s and herextended families waited anxiously in the family supportareas for nearly two days.“The birth of a baby is one of the most intimate ‘familyaffairs,’” Dr. Wells adds. “The inclusion of spouses, siblings,grandparents and other family and close friends startswith joyously announcing the pregnancy, continues withemotional and physical support along the way and buildstoward the awesome experience of a birth. It’s importantto us to support our patients and families at each of thosesignificant steps along the way.”“The entire team was so accommodating, and really helpedus stay focused on meeting our new baby,” Blaire says.After two grueling days of labor, Blaire and Tyler Henebry’sson Graham was delivered by C-section on August 20, 2012.For many moms like Blaire,EvergreenHealth’s family-centeredapproach remains paramount to thechildbirth experience. When naturalchildbirth isn’t an option, providersstrive to emulate the naturalexperience at a C-section delivery,providing moms with skin-to-skintime—an important part of motherbabybonding—in the operatingroom just after the baby is born.“From the moment Graham wasborn, he didn’t leave our side,”LEARN MOREIS YOUR FAMILY EXPECTING?The EvergreenHealth Nurse Navigator & Healthline can refer you toour network of providers who specialize in childbirth services. We canalso connect you to our EvergreenHealth Parent-Baby Groups, which bringnew families together to navigate parenting successes and challengesin a supportive, educational and hands-on environment.We invite you to call the EvergreenHealth Nurse Navigator & Healthlineat 425.899.3000.PICTURED ABOVE: Blaire and Graham Henebry, Redmond, & Karen Wells, MD06 07

Featurespictured above: Tricia Fanning, ReNTON,and Natalie Delorey, duvallHolding your baby or breastfeeding for the first timeis a precious moment that many moms relate to, butwhen your child is receiving care in the NeonatalIntensive Care Unit (NICU), those events can be evenmore meaningful.The moms ofEvergreenHealth’sNICU ParentAdvisory Groupunderstand firsthand those specialmilestones and use their experienceto support families with babiescurrently receiving neonatal intensive care.“It can be such an isolating experience,” says TriciaFanning of Renton, whose son Jack, born at 27 1/2weeks, spent 159 days in the EvergreenHealth NICUbefore he was big enough to go home with his family.“Having someone you can lean on, who understandswhat you’re going through, makes a big difference.”Duvall mom Natalie Delorey shared a similar feelingwhen her son Andrew was born prematurely. Like Jack,Andrew was born at 27 weeks, weighing less than3 pounds.“It’s really hard to say, ‘I couldn’t hold my baby today,’”she explains.Andrew spent 95 days in the NICU while doctorsworked to treat the deficiencies resulting fromhis early birth.“The reason our babies are healthy today is becauseof the EvergreenHealth NICU,” Tricia says. “We wereso thankful and wanted to find a way to support otherfamilies and give back to Evergreen.”Tricia and Natalie both joined the NICU Parent AdvisoryBoard about two years ago.“Our goal is to make ourselves available to other families.Whether it’s being a familiar face in the hallway orsomeone to talk to, we’re there to bring support andhope to other families,” Natalie explains.The Parent Advisory Board, made up of severalvolunteers who have “graduated” from the NICU,meets weekly on-site at the EvergreenHealth FamilyMaternity Center and invites new families to jointhem to share their babies’ challenges or progress.“We will do anything to help,” Natalie says. “We know it’sa roller-coaster ride of emotions, and a lot times we’rejust there to lean on and make theirlives easier, however we can.”NICU FamiliesPay It ForwardBeyond emotionalsupport, theParent AdvisoryGroup oftenprovides advice on other ways families may navigatetheir NICU experience, helping them, for instance, tostart a blog to keep friends and family up to date.“I tell families to take a picture of their baby every day.It’s amazing how much they change in a short time,”Natalie adds.Today, Natalie’s son Andrew is 3 and Tricia’s son Jackis 4. Both are perfectly healthy, growing boys.“Being part of this group has been a life-changingexperience,” Tricia says. “There is a lot of healingand peace in helping other people. It ends up helpingyou in the end.”Learning you’re expecting marks the beginning of an incredible journey—one that’sfilled with joy, excitement and a new experience, along with many decisions to make andquestions to answer throughout pregnancy and long after a new baby has joined yourfamily. Choosing your healthcare partner, who offers both clinical expertise and emotionalsupport, is one of those important early decisions.Finding the BestChildbirth Team forYour FamilyEvergreenHealth and its affiliated practices—which include compassionate obstetricians, midwives, nursesand support staff—offer suggestions to consider when selecting a team who can best partner with yourfamily during this time.When you’re beginning your search, recommendations from your friends, neighbors and colleagueswho have recently had a baby are often part of what families consider in choosing their own team. Manypatients also find it’s helpful to look online, as many websites offer insight into a provider’s experience andphilosophy. Once you’ve identified a potential partner, you might wish to have an introductory meetingto ensure the chemistry feels like a fit, and that trust and communication come easy.When you’ve found your best childbirth team it’s often helpful to ask plenty of open-ended questions,and to share specific goals, concerns or desires with your provider. Having open communication can helpyou learn about your provider’s personality and childbirth philosophy to ensure your partnership is thebest match for you and your family when it comes time to deliver.10 11

Maternity Care ServicesDiscover ComprehensiveMaternity Care at EvergreenHealthMaternal-FetalMedicinePostpartumCare andBreastfeedingCenterBaby& FamilyBoutiqueEvergreenHealth’s nationallyrecognized range of maternityservices meet families along thewonderful journey of childbirth.We offer the highest-level of care,advanced technologies and acompassionate family-centeredapproach to pregnancy andmaternity care—all delivered byproviders, midwives and nurseswho are experts in their field.Discover our spectrum ofpersonalized services that alignthe resources new families need fora healthy start.FamilyMaternityCenterEvergreenHealth’s Family MaternityCenter provides comprehensive,patient-centered care services thathelp families create an individualizedpregnancy and birthing experience.From childbirth education classesto high-risk pregnancy care,EvergreenHealth supports familieswith a range of needs. The FamilyMaternity Center offers:• gynecology services• antepartum care• triage and obstetrical emergencydepartment care• labor and delivery• caesarean sections• trial of labor after c-section(TOLAC)• post-delivery recovery• postpartum care• board-certified lactationconsultation• 24 hour OB and hospitalist& anesthesiologist on siteNeonatalIntensive CareUnitInfants born prematurely or withillnesses require a special level of care.EvergreenHealth’s Level III NeonatalIntensive Care Unit (NICU) provides ahigh level of lifesaving medical carewhen babies need it most.The state-of-the-art unit provides:• private care rooms for infantsand families• 24-hour Neonatologist on site care• Giraffe isolette neonatal intensivecare bed to simulate the uterineenvironment• dedicated teams of nursessupported by:– pediatric ophthalmologists– speech therapists– physical therapists– respiratory therapists– registered dieticians– board-certified lactationconsultants– pediatric pharmacists– social workersEvergreenHealth Maternal-FetalMedicine perinatologists care forwomen with high-risk pregnancies,helping to diagnose, treat andmanage potential complications.Specialized services care for arange of pregnancy complicationsand include:• prenatal consultation• prenatal testing and diagnosis• accredited, high-qualityobstetrical ultrasound screeningfor low-and high risk pregnancies,including:• the highest resolution 3-Dand 4-D imaging• first trimester fetal-healthscreenings and more complexsecond and third trimesterscreening for complexcongenital heart diseasesdiagnoses• consultation with boardcertifiedmaternal-fetalmedicine specialists andsonographers• genetic counseling• diabetes management• multiples program• pre-term labor management• twin-to-twin transfusionsyndrome• fetal therapyMost health care professionalsrecommend breastfeeding asthe best source of nutritionfor your baby’s first 12 months.EvergreenHealth was the firsthospital in the nation to berecognized by the World HealthOrganization as a Baby-FriendlyHospital. The designation meansEvergreenHealth promotesbreastfeeding and offers new momsresources to support successfulbreastfeeding.• board-certifiedlactation consultation• on-call phone consultationsduring off-hours• post-hospital consultationsfor postpartum maternal careBaby & Family BoutiqueEvergreenHealth, CoralSuite 320425.899.3603Hours:Monday-Saturday8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Sunday: ClosedThe in-hospital Baby & FamilyBoutique offers quality and hardto-findproducts to help newfamilies during pregnancy andthroughout a baby’s first year.From specially sized preemieclothing to breast pumps andcountless other accessories, theboutique offers a range of usefulproducts for all families.12 13

Maternity Care ServicesChildbirthEducationServicesEvergreenHealth’s childbirtheducation begins with pregnancyand continues all the way througha baby’s first year to help ensurethat new families get off to the beststart. Classes include:Prenatal Classes• Family Maternity Center tours• Labor & Birth Basics• Labor Coping Skills Review• Labor & Birth for Teensand Young Adults• Labor & Birth–Multiples• Breastfeeding Basics and Beyond• Pumping classes• Pelvic Health class• Day About Baby• Siblings classes• Yoga for Pregnancy• Pre-Diabetes Prevention Class• Gestation Diabetes ClassPostpartum Classes• Bringing Baby Home Workshop• This is Not What I Expected• Starting Solid Foods• Breastfeeding Your Older Baby• Conscious Fathering• Spanish Tours• Car Seat Inspection Clinic• Car Seat Safety• Fit4Baby• Happiest Baby on the BlockParent-BabyGroupsSince 1991, EvergreenHealth’s Parent-Baby Groups have been providingeducation and support to help families learn about their new babies andparenting with a group of other new parents. Weekly groups help provideknowledge and camaraderie, and encourage parents to share successesand challenges—and to get practical, hands-on information to make thejourney a little easier.Snugglers (0-3 months)Tuesdays & Wednesdays12:30-2:30 p.m.Gigglers (3-6 months)Tuesdays & Wednesdays9:30-11:30 a.m.Movers (6-9 months)Thursdays12:30-2:30 p.m.Explorers (9-12 months)Thursdays9:30-11:30 a.m.Shakers (12-15 months)Thursdays9:30-11:30 a.m.Visit www.evergreenhealth.com/parent-baby to see thismonth’s calendar or call the EvergreenHealth Nurse Navigator& Healthline to register for a class: 425.899.3000.EvergreenHealthWomen’s Servicesand OB PracticesThe practices affiliated with the Family Maternity Center all share EvergreenHealth’scommitment to quality, family-centered maternity care. They partner with patientsand families, listening to the desires for each family’s birth experience, working togetherat every step to make it happen.A Women’s Clinic at Evergreenwww.awomensclinic.comMaheen Fallah, MD; OB/GYNBonnie Gong, MD; OB/GYNKathy Partida, MD; OB/GYNLorraine Robertson, MD; OB/GYNTheresa Tsang, MD; GynecologyEastside OB/GYNwww.eastsideob.comKent Davis, MD; OB/GYNJean Dydell, MD; OB/GYNMary Tsuang, MD; OB/GYNMary Beth Wittman, MD; OB/GYNCenter for Women’s Healthat Evergreenwww.womenshealthcare.orgSheemain Asaria, MD; OB/GYNMichele Delorit, MD; OB/GYNAmanda Dise, MD; OB/GYNGuoli Johnston, MD; OB/GYNAmy Tu, MD; OB/GYNKaren Wells, MD; OB/GYNEvergreen Women’s Carewww.evergreenwomenscare.comJonathan Cook, MD; OB/GYNStephen Hyde, MD; OB/GYNPatrick Morell, MD; OB/GYNDawn Russell, MD; OB/GYNDebra Stemmerman, MD; OB/GYNEvergreenHealth Midwifery Carewww.evergreenhealth.com/midwifeHeather Bradford, CNM, ARNPShana Burton, CNM, ARNPMichele Jackson, CNM, ARNPKim Meyers, CNM, ARNPEvergreenHealthOB/GYN Hospitalist ServicesBrenda Flake, MD; OB/GYNShaunie Keys, MD; OB/GYNTerrence Pheifer, MD; OB/GYNJennifer Porter, MD; OB/GYNSusan Rutherford, MD; OB/GYN,Maternal-Fetal MedicineSuman Tewari, MD; OB/GYNEvergreenHealthMaternal-Fetal Medicine Serviceswww.evergreenhealth.com/maternal_fetal_expertsJosephine Amory, MD;Maternal-Fetal Medicine, OB/GYNDarcy Barry, MD;Maternal-Fetal Medicine, OB/GYNRobin H. de Regt, MD;Maternal-Fetal Medicine, OB/GYNDaniel Gavrila, MD;Maternal-Fetal Medicine, OB/GYNCaroline Kline, MD;Maternal-Fetal Medicine, OB/GYNBettina Paek, MD;Maternal-Fetal Medicine, OB/GYNVivienne Souter, MD;Maternal-Fetal Medicine, OB/GYNMartin Walker, MD;Maternal-Fetal Medicine, OB/GYNPeter Wall, MD;Maternal-Fetal Medicine, OB/GYNEvergreenHealth celebrates the extraordinary compassion and careof our nurses every day, and recognizes outstanding service withthe international DAISY Award. Family Maternity Center nurse PattyOlmstead was recently awarded a DAISY for her excellence in nursing.You can nominate a nurse here: www.evergreenhealth.com/daisyEvergreen Women’sHealth Centerwww.obdoc.comMary Brumfiel, MD; OB/GYNMaura Cardwell, MD; OB/GYNAngela Chien, MD; OB/GYNLuanne Schocket, MD; OB/GYNJosephine Wang, MD; OB/GYNTo find your perfect fit health care partner,visit www.evergreenhealth.comor call the Nurse Navigator & Healthline at 425.899.3000.14 15

Healthiest BestBe yourHealthiestBestat all ages!50in your fiftiesListen to your bodyIf you begin noticing any menopausal changes, address them withyour doctor. Also, women over 50 should get 1,200 milligrams ofcalcium per day to protect against osteoporosis. Take vitamin Dsupplements to help your body absorb the most calcium possiblefrom your diet, especially during winter, when sunlight levels are low.16in your teensTake chargeYoung people are faced with plenty of changes, including yourbody’s evolving needs. That’s why your teen years are the perfecttime to begin taking hold of your own health. Start by becomingcomfortable asking your doctor lots of questions, and rememberthat no topic is off limits.60in your sixtiesHit the roadWhile it may not be possible to maintain the same levels ofexercise as in your youth, don’t let physical fitness fall by thewayside as you enter older adulthood. There’s no need for anexpensive gym membership, either: according to the U.S. Centersfor Disease Control and Prevention, a brisk 20-minute walk eachday can help fortify your body for the years ahead.20in your twentiesFOREVER YOUNGSunscreen is your number-one defense against aging. Applya daily sunscreen with SPF 30 to help prevent brown spots,wrinkles and leathery-looking skin. Not to mention, sunscreenprotects your skin from sun damage that can lead to skin cancerlater on in life.70in your seventiesBe a social butterflyAlmost 10 million Americans older than age 65 live alone,according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Living alone can lead toloneliness and depression, which can harm a person’s overallhealth. Stay socially active with people who share your interestsor get involved in community events30in your thirtiesSmell the rosesJuggling all your responsibilities can sometimes beoverwhelming, but it’s essential to regularly include time forrelaxation in your busy schedule. Whether it’s by meditating,taking a yoga class or reading a good book, learning early on howto relax and manage stress will aid you throughout your life.80in your eightiesBalancing actPractice balance exercises daily to minimize the risk of accidentalfalls, which can lead to wrist or hip fractures. Using a table orwall for stability, practice standing on one leg at a time andslowly work your way up to standing freely when you feel firmlybalanced. Tai chi is also an excellent balance-improving exercise.40in your fortiesSCREEN IN 3-DBeginning at age 40, women should schedule anannual mammogram and clinical breast screening. TheEvergreenHealth Breast Health Center offers 3-D screenings,which significantly improve our ability to catch cancer at itsearliest stages.90in your ninetiesPay it forwardA long, healthy life is the best gift we can give ourselves andthe ones around us. Share your secrets to good health with yourloved ones.16 17

UpdatesHealth ClassesPictured Above: The Halvorson Cancer CenterHalvorson Cancer CenterCelebrates Grand OpeningIn March, EvergreenHealth and Seattle Cancer CareAlliance presented a series of events to celebratethe grand opening of the Halvorson Cancer Center.Patients, community leaders, providers, staff andvolunteers came together to dedicate the new center tothe community and to all those who believe in a placewhere hope lives.Through EvergreenHealth and SCCA’s collaboration,the Halvorson Cancer Center provides a comprehensive,patient-centered approach to cancer care unlike anyother on the Eastside.To learn more, visit www.evergreenhealth.com/halvorson or call 425.899.6000.Hold the Date21ST ANNUAL ROSE GARDEN MEMORIALCEREMONY AND RECEPTIONEvergreenHealth Hospice Care and EvergreenHealth’sDepartment of Spiritual Care invites the community tohonor the memory of a deceased loved one at their annualRose Garden Ceremony. Inspirational messages, soothingmusic and the hospice gardens in full bloom create ahealing environment in which to share feelings of grief.Wednesday, July 17, 2013Memorial celebration begins at 6:30 p.m.,reception at 7 p.m.The Gene and Irene Wockner Hospice Centerwww.evergreenhealth.com/rosegardenEvergreenHealth Providers Featuredon New Day NorthwestEvergreenHealth recentlypartnered with KING-TV tobecome a regular health carecontributor to the morningtalk show, New Day Northwest.The lifestyle-focused programcovers a range of topics forNorthwest viewers and includesa new health care segment called “Wellness Wednesday.”Throughout the year, the show will continue tofeature EvergreenHealth providers sharing insightson “Wellness Wednesdays” to help members ofthe community live as their healthiest selves. Lookfor guest appearances by EvergreenHealth providerson Wednesdays at 11 a.m. on KING 5.Pictured Above: Dr. Jeffrey Roh explains the benefitsof minimally invasive spine surgery.Breast Health Center CelebratesTwo Years of 3-D MammogramsThis summer marks the second anniversary ofEvergreenHealth’s addition of 3-D mammographyto the Breast Health Center’s diagnostic imaging tools.Since July 2011, the advanced three-dimensional imagingtechnology has detected 44 cancers that would have beenmissed by a traditional 2-D screen.Now, with two years of experience offering the latest incancer-detection technology, EvergreenHealth continuesto improve its ability to detect cancer at its earliest stages.The latest data shows that nearly one-third of womenwho would have needed an additional screening toconfirm their results instead received peace of mindafter one appointment.Advanced 3-D mammography is available at theEvergreenHealth Breast Health Center and aboardits mobile mammography coach. To Schedule yourmammography or for more informationvisit www.evergreenhealth.com/mammographyRegister for Classes Online or by PhoneFor your convenience, you may register and pay for classes 24/7 online at www.evergreenhealth.com/classes. You mayalso call the EvergreenHealth Nurse Navigator & Healthline at 425.899.3000, Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-7 p.m.Pre-registration is required for all classes. Checks, VISA and MasterCard are accepted. Refunds and rescheduling will only begiven for cancellations two business days prior to the class. Let us know if you need special accommodations to participate.Free SeminarsBREAKTHROUGH TREATMENTFOR PAINThere’s nothing worse thanpain that keeps you from yourwork, your favorite activities orjust getting out of bed in themorning without hurting. Atour free seminars, learn how ouradvanced treatment therapiesand technologies can help youget back to life pain-free.Knee or Hip PainJuly 25, Sept. 5, Oct. 24Please call 425.899.3000 or visitthe website for times, locationsand registration.Shoulder PainSept. 26, 6:30-8 p.m.Back PainDec. 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m.WEIGHT-LOSS SURGERY–IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU?Experts from the EvergreenHealthBariatric Center will discusssurgical options, postoperativefollow-up, lifestyle changes,financial information andnutrition support. Aug. 19, Sept. 4,16, 6-8:30 p.m.Parenting &RelationshipsCOUPLES COMMUNICATIONCouples will understand effectivecommunication skills, fairfighting rules and the dynamicsof anger. July 23, 6:30-8:30 p.m.,$20 p/p or $30 per couple.Emergency &Safety EducationBABYSITTING BASICSTeaches sitters ages 11 to 16the developmental differencesof children, proper hygiene andcare for infants and children,good nutrition and first aidtechniques. Aug. 17, Sep. 21,9 a.m.-3 p.m., $40.KARING FOR KIDSTeaches basic First Aid forpediatric medical emergencies.Participants receive an infant/child CPR and First aid card validfor two years. Aug. 10, Sep. 14,9 a.m.-3 p.m., $45.00.INFANT AND CHILD CPRParticipants receive an infant/child CPR card valid for two years.Aug. 10, Sep. 14, 9 -12:30 p.m.,or Jul. 16, Aug. 20, Sep. 17, 6-9:30p.m., $40. $15 discount if alsoenrolled in Babysitting Basics.COMMUNITY CPRParticipants receive a CPR cardvalid for two years. Jul. 27, Aug. 3,31, Sep. 7, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., $40.COMMUNITY FIRST AIDParticipants receive a first aidcard valid for two years. Jul. 27,Aug. 8, 31, Sep. 7, 1-5 p.m., $40.COMMUNITY CPR & FIRST AIDParticipants receive a CPR andfirst aid card valid for two years.July 27, Aug. 8, 31, Sep. 7,9 a.m.-5 p.m., $75.HEALTH CARE PROVIDER CPRParticipants receive an AmericanHeart Association health careprovider CPR card valid for twoyears. Aug. 17, Sep. 21,9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., or Jul. 2, Aug. 6,Sep. 3, 6-9:30 p.m., $65.ADVANCED CARDIACLIFE SUPPORTFor health care providers. Twopartclass begins Aug. 8, 4-10p.m., $245; includes textbook.Recertification students only needto take second day of class.PEDIATRIC ADVANCEDLIFE SUPPORTFor health care providers.Two-part class beginsSep. 12, 4-10 p.m., $245; includestextbook. Recertificationstudents only need to takesecond day of class.Wellness &Healthy LivingSELF-HYPNOSIS BASICSSelf-hypnosis is a beneficial,do-it-yourself tool that can helpyou ease stress, relieve pain, andenhance the healing process.Discover how to use your mind tohelp your body. August 7, 7-9 p.m.,$20 p/p. Material fee of $10 perfamily will be collected on the firstday of class. Cash only.“PFILATES”—PERSONALIZEDPELVIC FLOOR FITNESSPfilates is a fitness system createdby a women’s health MD forstrengthening your pelvic floor,hips, glutes and lower core. In thisfantastic workshop, you’ll learn10 signature Pfilates exercisesand how to incorporate yourfavorite into your everyday habitsand existing fitness routines soyou can achieve pelvic fitness in10 minutes a day. Aug. 24,10-11:30 a.m., $60 p/p includesa Pfilates DVD and fitness ball.STOP SMOKING:NICOTINE SOLUTIONSDiscover proven step-by-step,cutting-edge techniques that canhelp you stop smoking or chewing.Smoke while you learn how toquit without drugs or weight gain.Nicotine Solutions has a 90%success rate and lifetime support.Participate in a free 1-hourpreview lesson July 31, 10-11 a.m. or7-8 p.m.Senior Health ClassesIn addition to the classes offeredat EvergreenHealth MedicalCenter, we offer classes andhealth screenings at otherconvenient community locations.Visit www.evergreenhealth.com/horizons for class schedulesand locations. To receive thefree quarterly EvergreenHealthHorizons newsletter, call425.899.1858 or emailHorizons@evergreenhealth.com.AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAMInterested in improving yourdriving skills and possiblyreceiving an insurance discount?This program, designed andconducted by AARP, provideseight hours of classroominstruction, covering the effectsof aging and medication ondriving, basic driving rules,license renewal and more.Aug. 10, Sept. 7, Oct. 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., $12 AARP members, $14nonmembers.MANAGING HIGH BLOODPRESSUREGet the lowdown on high bloodpressure, including risk factorsand current treatment options.Learn how you can manage highblood pressure.Aug. 15, 12:30-1:30 p.m., free.METHODS FOR RELAXATIONLearn and practice basicmindfulness meditation,visualization, and relaxationtechniques to reduce stress andachieve inner peace. Sept. 19,12:30-1:30 p.m., free.For detailed information on each class, visit www.evergreenhealth.com/classes.Register online, or call the EvergreenHealth Nurse Navigator & Healthline at 425.899.3000 • Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.1819

Health ClassesNeurological &Movement DisordersEvergreenHealth NeurologicalCare offers classes and supportgroups to aid patients living witha variety of neurological diseasesand movement disorders.PARKINSON’S TELEHEALTHView live, interactive educationaltalks designed to help patientsand families improve theirknowledge of Parkinson’sdisease. Second Monday of everymonth, 2-3:30 p.m., free.For more information, visitwww.nwpf.org.DANCE FOR PARKINSON’SLearn to stretch and strengthenmuscles, focusing on balanceand rhythm through manystyles of dance. Saturdays11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., free. To inquireabout the summer series startdate, please call the Healthlineat 425.899.3000.COMMUNICATION GROUPImprove your communicationskills. For those with stroke,Parkinson’s or other neurologicalchanges. Second Thursday ofevery month, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., $5.NEUROLOGICALEXERCISE GROUPGentle stretch and strengthexercises done in a chair orstanding. For patients affectedby neurological disorders such asParkinson’s, stroke and multiplesclerosis. Four-week sessionsbegin Aug. 6, Aug. 8, Sep. 3,1-1:50 p.m., $20 for Tuesday onlyor $30 for Tuesday and Thursday.FROM-THE-GROUND-UPSTRENGTH AND FLEXIBILITYThis mat-oriented class includeselements of yoga, tai chi,dumbbell exercise and exercisebands. Every Monday and Friday,2-3 p.m., $5/per session.LIVING WELL AFTER STROKEInformation and support forstroke survivors and their carepartners. First Tuesday of themonth, 2-3 p.m., free.EVERGREENHEALTHMEN’S GROUPSupport group for those affectedby neurological conditions suchas multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’sand stroke. Second Tuesday ofevery month, 3-4:30 p.m., free.THERAPEUTIC YOGA FOR MSRestore, renew and regenerateyour energy. Therapeutic yogafor people living with MSdevelops mind-body awareness,stability, coordination, balanceand calms your nervous system.Our teacher team’s adaptiveyoga training and experiencecreates a safe, skilled andcompassionate environmentin which to explore health,wholeness and well-being. Classis accessible for all levels andcapacites. Six-week series beginsSept. 10, 9:30-11 a.m., $30.THERAPEUTIC YOGA FOR MSWORKSHOPThis workshop will refine yourproprioception and help youcultivate a healing relationshipwith your body. Class targetsthose who are new to yoga orwho have limited mobility. Oct. 5,10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., $20.Childbirth PreparationFor class dates and times orto register for classes, go towww.evergreenhealth.com/childbirtheducation or call theEvergreenHealth Nurse Navigatorand Healthline at 425.899.3000.Register early during yourpregnancy, as classes fill quickly.MATERNITY CENTER TOURA free 20-minute tour for thoseresearching their birthing centeroptions. Registration required;also offered in Spanish.WARM WELCOMESThis class series, taught byour labor nurses, helps newlyexpectant parents understandtheir pregnancy and plan fortheir birth journey. CelebratingYour Early Pregnancy (1sttrimester), Kickers (2nd trimester)and Getting Ready for Baby (3rdtrimester). A great introductionto the Family Maternity Center,and a good way to connect withother parents who have similardue dates. Call the Healthlinefor details.LABOR & BIRTH BASICSThis core series for first-timeparents covers labor andbirth, pain management,cesarean birth, interventions,breastfeeding and postpartumcare. Includes a tour of theFamily Maternity Center.$145/couple.LABOR & BIRTH BASICS–TEENS AND MULTIPLESThis core series for teens andmultiples covers labor and birth,pain management, cesareanbirth, interventions, infantfeeding and postpartum care.$120/couple.HYPNOBIRTHING®—THEMONGAN METHODUse guided imagery,visualization and patternedbreathing for a safe andsatisfying birth. Five-week series,$135/couple, plus $25 materialsfee due at class.SIBLINGS CLASSPrepare siblings for the arrivalof a new baby. For childrenages 2 to 6. Parents attend withchildren. $15/one child, $25/twoor more.CONSCIOUS FATHERINGNew fathers learn to anticipatetheir baby’s five basic needsthrough hands-on instructionand practice. $40.FIT4BABY PROGRAMA total-body interval workoutadjusted to the variouspregnancy phases of theattendees. Includes cardio,strength training and flexibilityexercises. Six-week session, $90.HEALTHY EATING FORPREGNANCY AND BEYONDImprove your diet with practicaltips on shopping, dining out,healthy snacking and more. $15.YOGA FOR PREGNANCYStrengthen childbearingmuscles, increase flexibilityduring pregnancy, and learndeep relaxation for lifelonghealth. Locations in Kirkland andRedmond. Sessions and price vary.PELVIC HEALTH CLASSLearn how to minimize painduring pregnancy and birth,optimize healing, and avoidfuture pelvic floor issues. $20.FINANCIAL PLANNING FOREXPECTING PARENTSLearn about the importance ofbasic financial planning toolsincluding, but not limited to,savings, protection, properinsurance coverage, collegesavings plans and long termfinancial sustainability. July 25,6:30-8 p.m., free.Baby Care & SafetyDAY ABOUT BABYLearn about diapering, bathing,soothing, infant carriers, introto breastfeeding and more.$75/couple.BREASTFEEDING BASICSAND BEYONDInformation about breastfeedingbenefits, anatomy of the breast,breastfeeding cues, special feedingneeds, partner’s involvement andmore. $35/couple.PUMPING CLASSFocus is on pumping andsafe storage of breast milk,the different kinds of pumpsavailable, and tips andtechniques for pumping. $20/couple.CAR SEAT SAFETYLearn about selecting and usinga car seat specific to your needs.$10/couple.CAR SEAT INSPECTIONFour out of five car seats are notused properly and motor vehiclecrashes continue to be one of themost common causes of injuryto children. Let EvergreenHealthand Safe Kids Eastside help youkeep your family safe in your car.Have your car seat checked by acertified child passenger safetytechnician. Donations welcomefor this service.BRINGING BABY HOMEWORKSHOPExpectant couples learn howto avoid marital meltdown andcope with the normal stressorsof becoming parents. Two-dayworkshop, $150/couple.HAPPIEST BABY ON THE BLOCKLearn how to soothe even thefussiest baby in minutes.$60/couple. Fee includes CDand DVD.HOP TO SIGNAROO® BABY SIGNLANGUAGEUse American Sign Language tocommunicate with your baby.Details at www.hoptosignaroo.com. Four-week series, $128/bothparents or parent/grandparent,plus $19 supply fee payable atfirst class.RedmondDerby DaysLISTENING MOTHERS: THEMINDFUL PARENTING PATH FORFAMILY WELL-BEINGStaying calm in moments ofstress and exhibiting selfcompassion(forgiving yourselfin moments of self-criticism)models important skills that helpyour child develop resiliency, trustand well-being. This eight-weekresearch-based program, formothers with babies who areup to 6 months old, offersmindful-based skills thatcultivate nurturing relationshipswith your entire family.$150/mother.PARENT-BABY GROUPSWeekly discussions of age-specificbaby topics and support fromother new parents. Visit www.evergreenhealth.com/parent-babyfor schedule. Class for babies0-3 months is free, $97 for 3-6, 6-9,9-12 and 12-15 months.Woodinville Parade& Community FestivalTODDLER SERIESThis four-week eveningparenting series, taught byParent-Baby Group leaders,will cover toddler developmentfrom 18 months to 3 years old.$80/one or both parents.THIS IS NOT WHAT I EXPECTEDSupport for new parentsexperiencing symptoms ofpostpartum distress. Meetsthe first and third Thursdaysof the month, free. For moreinformation, call 425.899.3602.STARTING SOLID FOODSLearn practical and researchbasedinformation on thehealthy feeding of solid foods forbabies 4 to 12 months old. $25.BREASTFEEDING YOUROLDER BABYEducation and support for momscontinuing to breastfeed beyondthe first six months. $10.BABY & FAMILY BOUTIQUEClothing, nursing bras andsupplies for pregnancy,breastfeeding and your newborn.Visit www.evergreenhealth.com/boutique.Join us this summerat more than 80community eventsin your area!KirklandSummerfestJuly 12-13, 2013 August 10, 2013August 9-11, 2013HealthPoint Family 5kWalk/Run, BothellAugust 24, 2013For detailed information on each class, visit www.evergreenhealth.com/classes.Register online, or call the EvergreenHealth Nurse Navigator & Healthline at 425.899.3000 • Monday-Friday, 7 a.m.-7 p.m.Follow EvergreenHealth’s updates on Facebook and Twitter for the latest news on local summer events.For more information, call the Nurse Navigator & Healthline at 425.899.300020 21

Foundationpictured top left to righT: Kerry ReAd, Kerry Burke, Duncan Libby • Bottom left to right: Cary Burns, Oakley Allred, Kae Peterson, Christie ElliottMeet the Foundation2013 EVERGREENHEALTH FOUNDATION STAFFKae Peterson, Vice President, Executive DirectorChristie Elliott, Events OfficerDuncan Libby, Major Gifts OfficerKerry Burke, Annual Giving OfficerKerry Read, Office ManagerOakley Allred, Development AssociateCary Burns, Development Assistant2013 EvergreenHealth Foundation Boardof Trustees OfficersMajdi Daher, Denali Advanced Integration, Board ChairKinnon Williams, Williams & Williams, PSC, Vice ChairChuck Brockway, Fortune Bank, SecretaryJeff Cashman, Cashman Consulting & Investments, LLC, TreasurerLucy DeYoung, Simpson Hawley Properties, Campaign Co-chairTeddy Overleese, Community Volunteer, Immediate Past ChairEvergreen Gala:A spectacular black-tie evening raises$1.2 million to support new lifeAt this year’s 12th annual EvergreenHealth FoundationGala, more than 700 community leaders, patrons ofEvergreenHealth, leading physicians, and executivesfrom top local companies joined in raising $1.2 millionto support the lifesaving treatment provided by theEvergreenHealth Family Maternity Center and NeonatalIntensive Care Unit.Guests reveled in a beautifully appointed tent structureset in King County’s historic Marymoor Park, and enjoyedthis year’s “Essence of the Sea” theme, while raisingmoney to support EvergreenHealth’s Golden Hour project.Caring for mothers and their newborns has always beenat the heart of EvergreenHealth. The first hour of life iscritical to the long-term survival and development of anewborn, with decisions made in the first hour impactingthe baby and their family for a lifetime. This first hour iscalled the “Golden Hour.”UPCOMING EVENTSVisit us online atwww.evergreenhealthfoundation.comto learn more about each eventin the coming weeks and months.September 2013: Fashion for a Cause atNeiman Marcus in Bellevue. Our second annualexclusive fall fashion preview event benefitingEvergreenHealth’s Breast Health Center.September 22, 2013: All Porsche Grand Displayat Carillon Point in Kirkland. A display of allthings Porsche benefitting uncompensatedcare at EvergreenHealth.Seasons of Hope LuncheonJoin the EvergreenHealth Foundation for the fifthannual Seasons of Hope Luncheon, benefitingEvergreenHealth’s Hospice and Palliative CarePrograms and Services. These services providefor the physical, emotional and spiritual needsof people suffering from chronic and life-limitingillnesses as well as those who love them, regardlessof ability to pay. Hospice and Palliative Careisn’t about giving up—it’s about providing hopeto people facing life-limiting illness—hope ofcontinuing their journey free from pain, withoutfear, and in the comforting circle of family and friends.To carry out this mission, EvergreenHealth Hospice andPalliative Care Programs rely on your generosity. Please joinus for a very special luncheon in support of these valuableservices to our community.SAVE THE DATEThursday, November 14, 201311:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.Lynnwood Convention Center$45 per person; $450 for a table of 10For more information, contact Christie Elliott at425.899.1906 or caelliott@evergreenhealth.com.The gala’s proceeds will support the remodel and updatingof space to coordinate care at delivery for critically illnewborns and their families. This new space, the InfantStabilization Room, will be adjacent to the delivery roomso that mom and baby can be close to one another butcared for efficiently and effectively by the highly trainedteams of professionals demanded in such situations.Save the DateSaturday, April 26, 2014King County’s Marymoor ParkFor more information, contact Christie Elliott at425.899.1906 or caelliott@evergreenhealth.com.www.evergreenhealthfoundation.comNovember 3, 2013: Get Your Rear in Gear 5K runand walk to support colon cancer awarenessand promote early screenings and detection.Held in King County’s Marymoor Park.November 14, 2013: Seasons of Hope Luncheonat Lynnwood Convention Center. Our annualluncheon to support EvergreenHealth’s Hospiceand Palliative Care Programs and Services.2223

12040 NE 128th StreetKirkland, WA 98034www.evergreenhealth.comMultiple Locations for All Levels of CareWe make health care easy and convenient with seven primary care practices,two urgent care centers and two 24/7 emergency departments. Our primary carepractices offer night and weekend hours, with Sunday walk-in care available atCanyon Park. We also provide more than a dozen specialty practices.For hours and directions, see our website at www.evergreenhealth.com.Call our 24-hour Nurse Navigator & Healthline at 425.899.3000.Primary CareCanyon Park1909 214th St. SE, Ste. 110425.488.4988Duvall14720 Main St. NE, Ste. 109425.788.4889Kenmore18208 66th Ave. NE, Ste. 200425.485.6561Monroe14841 179th Ave. SE, Ste. 210360.217.1155Redmond8980 161st Ave. NE425.899.2273Sammamish22850 NE 8th, Ste. 103425.898.0305Woodinville16916 140th Ave. NE425.481.6363Urgent CareRedmond8980 161st Ave. NE425.883.3333Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.seven days a weekWoodinville16916 140th Ave. NE425.488.2273Hours: M-F 8 a.m.-8 p.m.S-S, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Emergency CareEvergreenHealthMedical Center12040 NE 128th St.Kirkland425.899.1700Redmond Medical Center8980 161st Ave. NERedmond425.899.1111Specialty PracticesAnticoagulation12333 NE 130th LaneTan 415Kirkland425.899.2783Booth GardnerParkinson’s Care Center12039 NE 128th St., Ste. 300Kirkland425.899.3123Heart and Vascular Care12333 NE 130th Lane, Ste. 320Kirkland425.899.0555General Neurology Care12039 NE 128th St., Suite 300Kirkland425.899.3135Internal Medicine & Primary Care12333 NE 130th LN #310Kirkland425.899.6700Lipid Services12333 NE 130th LaneTan 415Kirkland425.899.3796Maternal-Fetal Medicine12333 NE 130th Lane, Ste. 240Kirkland425.899.2200Midwifery Care12040 NE 128th St.KirklandCoral Suite 225425.899.4012Multiple Sclerosis Center12039 NE 128th St., Ste. 300Kirkland425.899.5350Pulmonary Care12333 NE 130th Lane, Ste. 225Kirkland425.899.6972Radiation Oncology12040 NE 128th St.Green 1290Kirkland425.899.1860Rehabilitation Care12039 NE 128th St., Ste. 200Kirkland425.899.1960Senior Services11521 NE 128th St., Ste. 100Kirkland425.899.6800Sleep Services11521 NE 128th St., Ste. 130Kirkland425.899.4280Sport & Spine Care11800 NE 128th St.,Ste. 530Kirkland425.899.1220Washington InterventionalSpine Associates11800 NE 128th St., Ste. 200Kirkland425.899.1210Wound Care Services12303 NE 130th Lane, Ste. 400Kirkland425.899.2160EvergreenHealthBoard of CommissionersAl DeYoungBothell/Duvall/WoodinvilleJeanette GreenfieldAt LargeRebecca HirtKirkland/KenmoreR. August KempfRedmond/SammamishChuck Pilcher, MDAt LargeEditor: EvergreenHealthMarketing & Public RelationsGroup & Firmani + Associates Inc.Photography: Keith BrofskyDesign: ArscentiaFollow EvergreenHealth on:FACEBOOK:facebook.com/evergreenhospital.orgTWITTER:@EvergreenHospYOUTUBE:youtube.com/user/evergreenhospitalYou may contact theCommissioners by emailat Commissioners@evergreenhealth.com.EvergreenHealth Monitoris published as a communityservice by EvergreenHealth.Its contents are not intendedto replace professional healthcare. See your health careprofessional for informationrelevant to your medical history.EvergreenHealth is anequal opportunity employerand service provider.For career opportunitiesat EvergreenHealth,visit our website atwww.evergreenhealth.com.