Adventist HealthCare & You Magazine (Winter 2015) by Adventist HealthCare

WE DEMONSTRATE GOD’S CARE B Adventist IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF PEOP AND COMMUNITIES THROUGH A MINISTRY OF PHYSICAL, MENTAL YOUR GUIDE TO H E A LT H Y L I V I N G AND SPIRITUAL HEALING. ADVEN WINTER 2015 HEALTHCARE WILL BE A HIGHPERFORMANCE INTEGRATOR OF WELLNESS, DISEASE MANAGEME AND HEALTHCARE SERVICES, DELIVERING SUPERIOR HEALTH OUTCOMES, EXTRAORDINARY PATIENT EXPERIENCE AND EXCEPTIONAL VALUE TO THOS WE SERVE. ADVENTIST HEALTHCARE HAS IDENTIFIED FIVE CORE VALUES TH WE USE AS A GUIDE IN CARRYING OUT OUR DAY-TO-DAY ACTIVITIES. RESP WE RECOGNIZE THE INFINITE WORTH OF THE INDIVIDUAL AND CARE FOR EACH ONE AS A WHOLE PERSON. INTEGRITY: WE ARE ABOVE REPROACH IN EVERYTHING WE DO. SERVICE: WE PROVIDE COMPASSIONATE AND ATTENT CARE IN A MANNER THAT INSPIRES CONFIDENCE. EXCELLENCE: WE PROVID WORLD-CLASS CLINICAL OUTCOMES IN AN ENVIRONMENT THAT IS SAFE FO BOTH OUR PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS. STEWARDSHIP: WE TAKE PERSONA RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE EFFICIENT AND EFFECTIVE ACCOMPLISHMENT OF OUR MISSION. WE DEMONSTRATE GOD’S CARE BY IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF PEOPLE AND COMMUNITIES THROUGH A MINISTRY OF PHYSICA MENTAL AND SPIRITUAL HEALING. ADVENTIST HEALTHCARE WILL BE A HIGH-PERFORMANCE INTEGRATOR OF WELLNESS, DISEASE MANAGEMENT AND HEALTHCARE SERVICES, DELIVERING SUPERIOR HEALTH OUTCOMES, EXTRAORDINARY PATIENT EXPERIENCE AND EXCEPTIONAL VALUE TO THOS WE SERVE. ADVENTIST HEALTHCARE HAS IDENTIFIED FIVE CORE VALUES TH WE USE AS A GUIDE IN CARRYING OUT OUR DAY-TO-DAY ACTIVITIES. RESP WE RECOGNIZE THE INFINITE WORTH OF THE INDIVIDUAL AND CARE FOR EACH ONE AS A WHOLE PERSON. INTEGRITY: WE ARE ABOVE REPROACH IN EVERYTHING WE DO. SERVICE: WE PROVIDE COMPASSIONATE AND ATTENT CARE IN A MANNER THAT INSPIRES CONFIDENCE. EXCELLENCE: WE PROVID WORLD-CLASS CLINICAL OUTCOMES IN AN ENVIRONMENT THAT IS SAFE FO

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Coming Together for You At Adventist HealthCare, we have a rich history of providing quality, compassionate and comprehensive services at locations convenient to you and your family. We provide care when you are sick. We also play a key role in keeping you healthy. You may not realize that Adventist HealthCare’s services go beyond care in a hospital and include rehabilitative medicine, in-home care, a broad physician network, mental health services and, soon, several urgent care centers. Even better, Adventist HealthCare’s services are becoming connected through technology aimed at making your experience more efficient and effective. As Montgomery County’s first healthcare system, we recently unveiled a new logo and naming structure that better reflects who we are as an organization, what we provide to the community and where we envision going in the future. The new logo features an updated “A” with a more modern design and brighter, bolder colors that symbolize strength, vitality and good health. The letter “A” not only leads the word Adventist, but it is a symbol of excellence, strength and trust. The new “A” also incorporates a flame, which reflects our deep connection to faith, caring and compassion. Additionally, the three lines of the flame highlight our focus on caring for each Share with Us ... patient’s mind, body and spirit. You will also notice that we have changed the names of what you think of all entities within our organization to lead with “Adventist our unified brand! HealthCare.” This consistency is intended to connect the www.facebook.com/ broad range of services, facilities and care we offer. adventisthealthcare Adventist HealthCare has been a leading provider of healthcare for more than 107 years. As our nation’s www.twitter.com/ healthcare system evolves, we believe that these changes adventisthc to our organization will help us continue to deliver on our mission of improving the health of people and communiwww.youtube.com/ ties. Visit www.adventisthealthcare.com to learn more. adventisthealthcare blog.adventisthealth care.com

Features

Cover Story

We Are Adventist HealthCare The health system unveils a new logo and a unified facility naming structure. PAGE 8

5 The Birth Center: Then and Now

We celebrate the 100,000-plus babies born here in the last 35 years.

6 Heart-Healthy Inspiration

Terry Forde President and CEO, Adventist HealthCare

Catch up with two former Adventist HealthCare patients.

Department President and CEO, Adventist HealthCare Inc.: Terry Forde

Editorial Team: Thomas Grant, Marisa Lavine

Writers: Susan Griffiths, Adventist HealthCare Danielle Lewald, Shanna Shady Grove Medical Center Muschik, Loren Nix, Lydia 9901 Medical Center Drive Parris, Clarencia Stephen Rockville, MD 20850 www.shadygroveadventist Senior Content Editor: hospital.com Matt Morgan President: John Sackett Production Technology Adventist HealthCare Director: Washington Mary Winters Adventist Hospital 7600 Carroll Ave. Senior Production Manager: Takoma Park, MD 20912 Laura Marlowe www.washingtonadventist hospital.com Interim president: Terry Forde

Adventist HealthCare & You is published four times annually by McMurry/TMG, LLC, 1010 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85014. Volume 20, Number 1 © 2014 McMurry/TMG, LLC. The material in Adventist HealthCare & You is not intended for diagnosing or prescribing. Consult your physician before under taking any form of medical treatment or adopting any exercise program or dietary guidelines.

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Q+A: Home Care

Bringing Healthcare Home Get to know this vital service that helps with daily living Time spent at home with family during the holidays offers opportunities to notice signs that an aging loved one might need assistance with daily living. Keith Ballenger, vice president of Adventist HealthCare Home Care Services, answers four common questions.

Jill Harper, center, physical therapist with Adventist HealthCare Home Care Services, chats with Kay and Robert Colish about Robert’s recovery plan after double knee replacement surgery.

What is home care? This valuable service helps people recover and function as independently as possible in their homes. At Adventist HealthCare Home Care, our compassionate team of nurses, therapists, social workers, dietitians and certified nursing aides provides occupational and physical therapy, speech and language pathology, wound care, infusion therapy, support with daily living activities, and more. Medicare, Medicaid and most insurance policies frequently cover home care services.

Who can benefit from this service?

Keith Ballenger

Home care is available to people of all ages. Seniors, however, most often use the service for diabetes care and recovery from major medical procedures such as heart surgery and hip or knee replacement. At Adventist HealthCare Home Care, we also provide assistance with basic daily living activities like medication management, grocery shopping and housekeeping. This allows seniors to stay

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ARE YOU INTERESTED IN HOME HEALTHCARE?

With more than 40 years of experience, Adventist HealthCare Home Care Services is here to help. Visit www.adventisthomecare.com to watch a video of how people have benefited from assistance with daily living.

safe and independent in their homes. We also have maternal/child services and pediatric care, including lactation and prematurity support, to help new moms and babies.

How do I know that an aging loved one might need help at home? Each person and situation is different. Some early indications, however, may include depression or loneliness, difficulty walking, errors with medication, difficulty getting to the doctor or other appointments, neglecting housework, and weight loss. Home care can provide support to aging loved ones who are facing challenges caring for themselves, and prevent future problems.

How do you involve the family and the physician in a person’s home care plan? At Adventist HealthCare Home Care, our experienced team coordinates with the patient, the physician and family members to achieve the best result for the patient. Our staff members work directly with a patient’s physician to develop a personalized care plan. We also engage with the patient’s family members to educate them and keep them up to date on the patient’s progress.

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What Generosity

Looks Like

Meet two people whose contributions help shape healthcare in our community

hether large or small, contributions from community members to Adventist HealthCare Foundations allow the mission of improving the health of people and communities to continuously expand. In 2013, our community members, business partners, physicians and employees, through their generosity and giving spirit, helped to fund programs that assist patients with limited resources, purchase equipment and technology, and expand vital services across Adventist HealthCare. The healthcare system is grateful to everyone who generously supports Adventist HealthCare in serving our community. Here are two inspiring stories.

Farid Srour, seated, with his family

Farid Srour, a successful local real estate agent, is a longtime donor to Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center. Thirty-five years ago, he was asked to help find available land to build the hospital. Over the years, his continuous generosity has supported the hospital and its service to the community in countless ways, including making the Pediatric Emergency Department lobby a colorful, inviting place for children and their families and contributing to the Adventist HealthCare Aquilino Cancer Center. Srour, a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, has also deeply dedicated himself to the health and wellness of his family and community. In fact, one of his sons became a physician. “We don’t live alone. We live for the community,” Srour says. “We should all be encouraged by the need. The need is here. That is why I have pledged that I would give to the hospital anything I can.”

Kenneth Michael, chairman of NAI Michael based in Lanham, Md., and donor to the Adventist HealthCare Washington Adventist Hospital Foundation, says: “Community involvement has been extremely important to NAI Michael since its beginning. Commitment to the community not only enhances our credibility and knowledge in diverse subjects, but also brings us closer to understanding the fabric of our community and its needs. As a former heart patient of Washington Adventist Hospital, I am also personally grateful for the excellent cardiac care from physicians and staff, particularly Dr. Fayaz Shawl.” Michael has been a generous supporter of the foundation’s annual golf benefit for the last four years.

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DONATE TO ADVENTIST HEALTHCARE

Go to www.adventisthealthcare.com/giving to make a tax-deductible contribution to Adventist HealthCare Foundations and to learn about other ways to give. Kenneth Michael (from left) with Frank Bowman and Michael’s sons, David and Gary

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The Birth Center:

Then and Now Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center celebrates nearly 35 years of welcoming babies into the world

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BABY 1 …

At 3:38 p.m. on Nov. 22, 1981, Shady Grove Adventist Hospital welcomed its first baby. The girl was born in the new obstetrical unit that included 16 maternal/child department beds, five labor and delivery rooms and a 20-bassinet nursery. Within 24 hours, the unit had delivered five babies. In 1981, the 55-nurse department emphasized “family centered” care, which permitted fathers to stay in the rooms during birth, a practice that hospitals had only just begun adopting. It also offered uninterrupted bonding time for parents after birth; babies stayed with their mothers most of the day. In addition, the unit featured a Level II special care nursery to treat infants with complications. By 1983, Shady Grove Adventist Hospital entered a baby boom. According to The Washington Post: “Since the maternity ward opened two years ago, the hospital has been forced to open a satellite nursery, borrow extra bassinets from other medical centers, double its nursing staff and inaugurate a discounted ‘special delivery’ program for stays of less than 24 hours.”

AND BABY 100,000+

On Nov. 22, 1981, Shady Grove Adventist Hospital welcomed its first of more than 100,000 babies.

Today, the Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center Birth Center has 208 nurses, 23 state-of-the-art labor and delivery rooms and 48 private mother/baby suites. In addition, the hospital has Montgomery County’s first Level IIIB neonatal intensive care unit (Level IIIB is one of the highest ratings possible for newborn critical care). “Our Birth Center is committed to supporting new families during this exciting time,” says Kathy Dallas, director of women and children’s services at Shady Grove Medical Center. “In addition to prenatal and child care courses, we are pleased to offer the area’s only birth advisor to help guide expecting parents.” This past spring, Shady Grove Medical Center became the first hospital in Maryland to achieve the Baby-Friendly designation through the World Health Organization and the United Nations Children’s Fund, recognizing its extensive breastfeeding care and support. The Birth Center at Shady Grove Medical Center has welcomed more than 100,000 babies into the world over the past three decades, including over 5,000 in 2013. The entire care team looks forward to celebrating many, many more births in the future.

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Tool

Heart-Healthy

Inspiration Reconnect with two of Adventist HealthCare’s former patients

Take a FREE assessment at www.trustedheartcare.com to find out your heart age and risk for heart disease. Plus, watch a video of former heart patient Chris Barritt’s latest adventure.

ith February, American Heart Month, around the corner, now is a good time to reflect on what you’re doing to maintain or improve your heart health and make changes that could save your life. If you need inspiration, look no further than these two former Adventist HealthCare heart patients.

Í CHRIS BARRITT: THE RIDE OF HIS LIFE

This former Adventist HealthCare Washington Adventist Hospital heart surgery patient is pacing himself to meet his goals. “I have been living hearthealthy by eating well, taking a vigorous 40-minute walk every day and making sure to get a proper night’s sleep,” Barritt says. Months after open-heart surgery to remove a life-threatening tumor, Barritt was able to take the cross-country motorcycle trip he had been planning prior to his procedure. “Heart patients who have well-established healthy eating and exercise habits have an advantage during the recovery period,” says Paul Massimiano, MD, heart surgeon and program director of cardiac surgery at Washington Adventist Hospital, who performed Barritt’s surgery. “I was confident Chris would follow the right steps on the road to recovery and we’d get him back to his adventurous lifestyle.” Now, more than three years later, Barritt, of Mount Airy, is still taking on new adventures. His latest—completing a sprint triathlon that required him to swim 400 meters, bike 14 miles and run a 5K, for which he trained 10 months. “I want to stay as healthy and active as I can,” he says. “I think I have the responsibility to my family to take care of my heart and keep it in good shape.”

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Í RUTH GARRETT: HAPPY JUST TO DANCE

It has been three years since this Clarksburg resident underwent a minimally invasive heart procedure, called a radial catheterization, to open up her blocked heart arteries. The intervention helped her regain her stamina and continue participating in her favorite hobby: tap dancing. Garrett credits Michael Chen, MD, interventional cardiologist at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center and Adventist HealthCare Washington Adventist Hospital, and her team of nurses and caregivers for giving her another chance at a vibrant, active life at age 85. “I eat a healthy diet, and I’m still taking my dance classes twice a week,” Garrett says. “I’m especially enjoying spending time with friends and family, including the newest member of my family: a great-grandbaby.”

Adventist HealthCare Washington Adventist Hospital’s three-star rating places the hospital among the best in the U.S. for coronary artery bypass grafting surgery, according to the Society of Thoracic Surgeons.

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Care

When and

Where You Need It

At Centra Care, Adventist HealthCare Urgent Care centers, people have the option to walk in or reserve a time online and then come in for their appointment.

Urgent care centers coming to Rockville, Germantown and Laurel

dventist HealthCare is excited to announce the opening of three urgent care centers, in Rockville, Germantown and Laurel. The first Centra Care, Adventist HealthCare Urgent Care center will open in Rockville in 2015, offering comprehensive urgent care to adults and children. Adventist HealthCare is partnering with Florida-based Centra Care to add this service to its system of healthcare. With more than 30 years of experience and 26 locations in Florida, Centra Care is an expert in providing quality urgent care. The Centra Care, Adventist HealthCare Urgent Care centers will treat walkins for minor illnesses and injuries, like common viruses and infections, stomach and digestive conditions, sprains, strains, asthma, allergies, common skin rashes and cuts, bumps, bruises and broken bones. The centers will also provide on-site X-rays; electrocardiograms (EKGs); immunizations; and physicals for sports, school and work. Additionally, Centra Care, Adventist HealthCare Urgent Care centers will offer comprehensive occupational health and workers’ compensation services, including drug and alcohol testing, employment examinations, vaccinations, travel medicine and treatment for injuries suffered on the job. The centers will be open for extended hours, including evenings and weekends, and will have ample parking. And people have the option to walk in or reserve a time online and come in for their appointment, limiting how long they might wait at the center. “We recognize that patients have busy lifestyles and often look e Websit for ways to get the care they need when they want it,” says Tim Hendrix, MD, medical director for the Centra Care Urgent Care centers. “Our goal is to provide the best care for patients but also in a manner that is beyond their expectations.”

GET TO KNOW CENTRA CARE

FIND EMERGENCY CARE NEAR YOU

When you or your family members need emergency medical care, look to Adventist HealthCare. All emergency departments in the system provide care from board-certified emergency physicians. The departments at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center and Adventist HealthCare Washington Adventist Hospital are designated as cardiac interventional centers and primary stroke centers by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems. • Adventist HealthCare Germantown Emergency Center: 19731 Germantown Road, Germantown • Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center: 9901 Medical Center Drive, Rockville • Adventist HealthCare Washington Adventist Hospital: 7600 Carroll Ave., Takoma Park

Visit www.adventisturgentcare.com to learn more about Centra Care, Adventist HealthCare Urgent Care’s services and search for available appointment times.

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We Are A new logo and unified facility names embody the quality service you’ve come to expect from us

hen it comes to your health, we know you want the best medical experts, the highest quality and most compassionate care, and a personalized experience in a convenient, comfortable environment. Adventist HealthCare not only provides all of that, but we also have a long-standing mission of improving the health of people and communities. We fulfill our mission each day by providing for and promoting your health and wellness—mentally, physically and spiritually. As the national healthcare system evolves, Adventist HealthCare continues to deliver on our mission while ensuring we are making appropriate changes that best serve our patients and communities. We are excited to share some recent changes with you.

A New Look for A Bright future

Adventist HealthCare is the first and largest healthcare system in Montgomery County. As the world of healthcare has changed, so have we. We are still the same system that first opened its doors in the county 107 years ago. Yet, today, we are bringing together diverse and comprehensive services to offer coordinated and connected care to the entire community. To better represent this, we are launching a refreshed logo for our system.

whAt’s iN AN ‘A’?

Adventist HealthCare has been represented by an “A” for many years. When you see the updated Adventist HealthCare “A,” we hope you will know that it stands for excellence, strength and trust. The new “A” incorporates a flame, which is a symbol of the Seventh-day Adventist Church and is used by many faiths. For us, the flame stands for our deep connection to faith, caring and compassion in all that we do. The blue and orange colors stand as a visual representation of brightness, vitality and good health.

CoNNeCtiNg As A system

All of our facilities also now incorporate the Adventist HealthCare name. Our system includes locations around Montgomery and Prince George’s counties and serves patients throughout the region. The change is intended to connect the many aspects of our health system. Whether you’re having your heart cared for at Adventist HealthCare Washington Adventist Hospital, delivering your baby at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center or receiving in-home care from Adventist HealthCare Home Care Services, you’ll see our name and know you can count on the best medical experts providing you the highest-quality healthcare. We are your local resource for comprehensive health and wellness.

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A BRIEF HISTORY OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY’S FIRST AND LARGEST HEALTHCARE PROVIDER H

1907

2002

Washington Sanitarium opens in Takoma Park, later to become Washington Adventist Hospital

Adventist Rehabilitation Hospital of Maryland, originally Kessler Adventist Rehabilitation Hospital, joins Adventist HealthCare

1916 Washington Adventist offers the first maternity services in Montgomery County

1949 Washington Adventist opens the first behavioral health unit in the county

2006 The Shady Grove Adventist Emergency Center opens in Germantown The Reginald S. Lourie Center for Infants and Young Children joins the system

1971

2011

The first open-heart surgery in Montgomery County is performed at Washington Adventist

Adventist Medical Group, an affiliate of GW Medical Faculty Associates, is established, with physician offices throughout Montgomery and Prince George’s counties

1973 Adventist Home Care Services opens, bringing care into homes throughout the region

1979 Shady Grove Adventist Hospital opens in the Rockville/Gaithersburg area, the first hospital in upper Montgomery County

1996 The neonatal intensive care unit at Shady Grove Adventist opens

2000 Adventist Behavioral Health, originally Potomac Ridge Behavioral Health, joins Adventist HealthCare

Washington Adventist Hospital, 1907

2013 The Aquilino Cancer Center opens on the Shady Grove Adventist campus

Shady Grove Adventist Hospital, 1978–79

Adventist HealthCare Germantown Emergency Center

2014 Adventist HealthCare launches a new system logo and new names for some facilities (Shady Grove Adventist Hospital becomes Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center)

Aquilino Cancer Center

2015 Adventist HealthCare partners with Centra Care to open urgent care centers in Germantown, Rockville and Laurel

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GET THE LATEST HEALTH INFO

Visit blog.adventisthealthcare.com to learn more about Adventist HealthCare, including our refreshed brand, and to stay on top of the latest health news.

Centra Care, Adventist HealthCare Urgent Care

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A Year of Firsts in

Cancer Care Aquilino Cancer Center ushers in a new era for people in Montgomery County and surrounding areas

ast November, the Adventist HealthCare Aquilino Cancer Center opened its doors, launching a new era in local cancer care. In its first year, the center has made a tremendous difference for cancer patients in Montgomery County and surrounding areas. When it opened, the Aquilino Cancer Center offered imaging, navigation and oncology services, and soon it added lymphedema therapy, clinical trials, multidisciplinary clinics, palliative medicine, a specialized boutique and more. In addition to the coordinated approach to cancer care, the Aquilino Cancer Center features a partnership with the National Cancer Institute, which provides access to innovative treatments through phase I–IV clinical trials. This unique program highlights the state-of-the-art, academic-caliber patient care at the Aquilino Cancer Center. “We are creating a situation in the building where there’s research, surgery and radiation oncology all communicating and helping to enhance patient care,” says John Wallmark, MD, medical oncologist and clinical trials director. “That’s very exciting.” This multidisciplinary approach is also evident in the center’s new high-risk clinic, which offers genetic risk assessment, counseling and testing for people at increased risk for breast, ovarian, uterine, colon and other cancers, helping to ensure they receive appropriate screening according to national standards. The culmination of this exciting year of firsts was the Aquilino Cancer Center receiving accreditation with commendation from the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer (CoC). Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center achieved Silver level for obtaining commendation in six of seven categories. Shady Grove Medical Center’s cancer program is one of only 1,500 in the nation to hold CoC accreditation, highlighting the excellence and quality of cancer services. “Our oncology team is always looking for new ways to provide the latest advances in cancer care,” says Joseph Haggerty, MD, medical oncologist and chair of the Cancer Committee at Shady Grove Medical Center. “The Aquilino Cancer Center allows physicians to better collaborate on treatment plans so that patients can have the best possible outcome.”

The Adventist HealthCare Aquilino Cancer Center features state-of-the-art, academic-caliber patient care.

AQUILINO CANCER CENTER BY THE NUMBERS 2,000+ Meetings that cancer care navigators had with patients

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WHOLE-PERSON CARE IN YOUR COMMUNITY

1,867 Mammograms performed 747 Screenings performed for skin, prostate, Visit www.yourcancerteam.com to learn more about the services at the Adventist HealthCare Aquilino Cancer Center.

colorectal, thyroid, oral and breast cancers

88 Support groups, cooking classes, fitness classes and mindfulness seminars held

43 Cancer conferences held in the center 1 Commission on Cancer accreditation with Commendation Silver level achieved

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FREE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONSULTATION

If you are experiencing feelings of sadness and inactivity for two weeks or more, consult a licensed behavioral health provider to determine whether you have seasonal depression. To request a free consultation, visit www.adventist behavioralhealth.com or call 301-251-4545.

More Than the

Winter Blues Seasonal depression is a serious yet treatable condition

Lynnae Hamilton, PhD

s the winter season approaches and days become shorter, many people begin feeling depressed, lethargic and overwhelmed. What some call the “winter blues” might actually be a type of depressive disorder known as seasonal depression, occurring during the fall and winter months when exposure to natural sunlight is limited. Unlike the winter blues, which is often milder and more temporary, people with seasonal depression usually experience prolonged feelings of sadness and withdrawal along with a loss of interest in daily activities, such as going to work or school. “Seasonal depression is becoming increasingly recognized by doctors as a serious yet treatable psychiatric condition,” says Lynnae Hamilton, PhD, director of clinical services at Adventist HealthCare’s Behavioral Health & Wellness Services. “According to the National Institutes of Health, up to 6 percent of the U.S. population may have seasonal depression.” Studies have also shown that women in their 20s and 30s are most vulnerable to the condition. Seasonal depression can be more common in the northern regions of the U.S., where shorter days combined with colder temperatures can trigger depression and a change in the body’s circadian rhythm. The lack of exposure to sunlight changes our body’s levels of serotonin and melatonin, two hormones that are responsible for regulating sleep, mood and appetite. As a result of those changes, people with seasonal depression can

experience feelings of hopelessness, irritability, anxiousness, withdrawal from normal activities, irregular sleep habits and changes in diet. To help those experiencing seasonal depression, Dr. Hamilton recommends getting at least 15 minutes of exposure to sunlight three times a week, particularly in the winter months. “Exposure to sunlight helps stimulate brain activity and energy and elevates mood,” Dr. Hamilton says. It is also important to establish and maintain healthy routines and stick to them year-round. “Eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly and creating a support system of family members and friends can help tremendously in maintaining physical and mental wellness,” Dr. Hamilton says, “and prevent the onset of seasonal depression.”

4 TIPS TO PREVENT SEASONAL DEPRESSION

• Get at least 15 minutes of sunlight three times a week. • Eat a healthy diet. • Exercise regularly. • Make time to socialize with friends and family. B LO G . A DV E N T I S T H E A LT H C A R E .CO M |

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Living Healthy

HEART HEALTH Heart-Health Screenings with Medical Consultation Our comprehensive screenings and private, two- to four-minute personal consultations with licensed medical professionals are designed to help you understand and manage your specific health risks for heart disease and related conditions. Please note that some screenings require a fee and fasting, but please be sure to drink water to remain hydrated. When: Thursday, Dec. 11, and Wednesday, Feb. 25, 8â&#x20AC;&#x201C;10 a.m. Where: WAH, Cafeteria Conference Rooms A&B When: Wednesday, March 25, 8â&#x20AC;&#x201C;10 a.m. Where: SGMC, Birch Room Info: Call 800-542-5096; registration required; event subject to cancellation due to low registration

Visit www.helpstoptheflu.com for community flu shot clinic dates and times.

December 2014March 2015

Health and wellness classes, programs and activities for a healthy mind, body and spirit, brought to you by the Adventist HealthCare Center for Health Equity and Wellness.

Screening Description and Fees Lipid profile: Basic cholesterol test, total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, VLDL, triglycerides, cholesterol/HDL ratio (12 hours of fasting recommended); $35, $31 for seniors (55plus); only order this or the expanded cholesterol test (see below) Expanded cholesterol test: This VAP (vertical auto profile) includes all of the lipid profile plus information that can help identify inherited and hidden heart disease risks; $65, $61 for seniors (55-plus); only order this or the lipid profile (see above) Homocysteine: Vascular fitness test; $95

FREE, MONTHLY BLOOD PRESSURE TESTING Available at multiple locations throughout Montgomery County. Info: Visit www.adventisthealthcare.com/ calendar or call 800-542-5096

CLASS LOCATIONS

The Adventist HealthCare Center for Health Equity and Wellness offers classes at numerous locations within the community, including the following. Visit www.adventisthealthcare.com/calendar for additional class/event locations. SGMC Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center 9901 Medical Center Drive, Rockville Paid parking

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ACC Adventist HealthCare Aquilino Cancer Center 9905 Medical Center Drive, Rockville Paid parking

WAH Adventist HealthCare Washington Adventist Hospital 7600 Carroll Ave., Takoma Park

AHC Adventist HealthCare 820 W. Diamond Ave., Gaithersburg

ARH Adventist HealthCare Rehabilitation Hospital 9909 Medical Center Drive, Rockville Paid parking

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HsCRP: Tests high-sensitivity C-reactive protein for cardiovascular risk; $45 Blood pressure monitoring: FREE Glucose: Basic screening for diabetes (12 hours of fasting recommended); $8 A1c: Blood sugar test for known diabetics or those at high risk; $40 PSA (prostate-specific antigen): Prostate cancer screening test for men; $40 Body-fat analysis: Tests percentage of body fat; $10

Heart Screening Packages Sweetheart: Lipid profile and glucose; $38 Heart smart: Expanded cholesterol test (VAP) and glucose; $69 Heart risk special: Expanded cholesterol test (VAP), homocysteine and HsCRP; $199 Diabetes check: Glucose and A1c; $42 Introduction to Cardiac Rehabilitation and EECP Treatment for Chest Pain Info: For an appointment, call the Center for Fitness and Health at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center at 240-826-6662 or Cardiac Rehab at Adventist HealthCare Washington Adventist Hospital at 301-891-6016 Cost: FREE Heart to Heart Support Group For patients and families. When: Thursdays, Dec. 18, Jan. 15, Feb. 19 and March 19, 7–8 p.m. Where: SGMC Center for Fitness and Health, 9715 Medical Center Drive, Suite 130, Rockville Women and Heart Disease Support Group For patients and families. When: Thursdays, Dec. 18, Jan. 15, Feb. 19 and March 19, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Where: WAH, Cafeteria Conference Rooms A&B Internal Cardiac Defibrillator and Pacemaker Discussion Group Group discussion for patients and the families of patients with these devices. When: Mondays, Jan. 12 and March 9, 7–8 p.m. Where: SGMC Center for Fitness and Health, 9715 Medical Center Drive, Suite 130, Rockville Info: Call 240-826-6662 Congestive Heart Failure Class and Discussion Group For patients and families. When: Mondays, Dec. 8 and Feb. 9, 7–8 p.m. Where: SGMC Center for Fitness and Health, 9715 Medical Center Drive, Suite 130, Rockville Info: Call 240-826-6662

Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Support Group For patients and families. When: Tuesdays, Dec. 16 and March 24, 6–7 p.m. Where: SGMC, Willow Room Info: Call 240-826-6163 or email kcarney@ahm.com For additional information about these groups, including a schedule of meetings and locations, visit www.adventisthealth care.com/calendar or call 800-542-5096.

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REGISTER TODAY Online registration and payment options are now available for some programs. Visit www.adventist healthcare.com/calendar or call 800-542-5096 for more information or to register.

PRENATAL, FAMILY AND WOMEN’S HEALTH Prenatal Classes for Expecting Couples and Families A wide variety of maternal and child health classes is available through Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center and Washington Adventist Hospital. Expecting families will receive expert advice, support and education before and after the birth of their babies. Classes include Childbirth, Breastfeeding, Grandparent, Fatherhood, and more. Online registration now available! Info: Detailed descriptions and listings for locations are available by visiting www.adventisthealthcare.com/calendar or calling 800-542-5096

Lactation Services Lactation classes, consultation, breastpump sales and rentals, and breastfeeding support groups. Info: Call 240-826-MOMS (6667) for SGMC or 800-542-5096 for WAH Infant Safety and CPR A Family & Friends class that covers safety, CPR skills and choking management for newborns to 1-year-olds. When: Sundays, Dec. 7 and 14; Jan. 11 and 18; Feb. 8 and 22, March 8 and 22, 10 a.m.–noon When: Wednesdays, Dec. 10 and 17; Jan. 21 and 28; Feb. 11 and 25, March 11 and 25, 6–8 p.m. Where: SGMC Cost: $40 per person, $55 per couple Private Infant or Toddler Safety and CPR Class Info: Call 800-642-0101 for details SUPPORT GROUPS • BEST breastfeeding • Discovering motherhood • The Latch Clinic: TLC for breastfeeding moms

JOINT HEALTH Joint Replacement Class Learn about the total hip or knee replacement procedure, hospital stay and rehabilitation program at Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center. When: First Wednesday of each month, 1:30–3 p.m. Where: SGMC Cost: FREE Info: www.adventisthealthcare.com/ calendar B LO G . A DV E N T I S T H E A LT H C A R E .CO M |

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Living Healthy YOUTH HEALTH Interested in Infant Safety and CPR? Multiple classes available, including BabySitting, CPR Companion to Baby-Sitting, Home Alone (prepares 8- to 11-year-olds and their parents for times when children will spend brief periods alone at home), and more. Info: Visit www.adventisthealthcare.com/ calendar or call 800-542-5096

CANCER PROGRAMS At Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center and Washington Adventist Hospital, cancer care navigation teams assist people living with cancer, their families and friends, and caregivers. The navigation teams consist of professionals who can provide guidance through diagnosis, treatment and survivorship. Info: Call 240-826-6297 (SGMC) or 301-891-5559 (WAH) to speak to a member of the cancer care navigation team

Look Good ... Feel Better Meet with other women living with cancer and a professional esthetician to learn makeup tips so you can put your “best face forward” during and after treatment for cancer. You’ll have fun and receive a “personal tool kit” to take home. When: Wednesdays, Jan. 14 and March 11, 6–8 p.m. Where: ACC Info: Call 240-826-6297 When: Mondays, Dec. 1 and March 2, 10 a.m.–noon Where: WAH, Radiation Oncology Info: Call 301-891-5559

Colorectal Cancer Screening Program Adventist HealthCare partners with the Montgomery County Health Department to offer this FREE, lifesaving screening. Info: Call 301-315-3507 or 301-315-3147 to see whether you are eligible Montgomery County Cancer Crusade Coalition Monthly meeting to discuss community needs for cancer screenings. Info: Call 301-315-3507 or 301-315-3147 for meeting dates and times

SUPPORT GROUPS • All cancers (ACC) • Breast cancer (ACC) • Caregivers (ACC) • Thyroid cancer (ACC) • Women’s lifestyle (WAH) For dates, times and locations, call 240-826-6297 (ACC) or 301-891-5559 (WAH).

NEUROSCIENCES Community Aphasia Group A support group for those with aphasia. Cost: $140 for six-week series Info: Contact Sandi Lancaster at 240-864-6033 or slancas2@adventisthealthcare.com SUPPORT GROUPS • Brain injury • Stroke • Spinal cord injury For additional information about these groups, including a schedule of meetings and locations, visit www.adventisthealth care.com/calendar or call 800-542-5096.

HEALTH MAINTENANCE Diabetes Outpatient Education Programs This comprehensive, three-class series will help you learn how to better manage your diabetes with tips on self-care, eating right and more. Covered by most health insurances. Call your carrier to verify your coverage. A physician’s referral is required. When: Monthly on consecutive Tuesdays, 6–9 p.m. Where: SGMC Info: 301-315-3129

Prediabetes Class Learn how to manage prediabetes and prevent type 2 diabetes in this two-class series. When: Alternate months at each location, Thursdays, 9:30–11:30 a.m. Where: SGMC and WAH Info: Visit www.adventisthealthcare.com/ calendar to register for these FREE classes Nutrition Counseling Individual appointments and group sessions with a registered dietitian for management of high blood pressure, unhealthy cholesterol levels, diabetes and prediabetes, digestive problems, food allergies and other diagnoses. Nutrition counseling, or medical nutrition therapy, is a benefit covered by many health insurances. We will verify that your insurance plan covers the cost of nutrition counseling prior to your initial appointment. When: By appointment, Mondays through Fridays Where: WAH, Outpatient Nutrition and Diabetes Education Office, Suite 350 Info: Call 301-891-6105 to schedule an appointment When: First Monday of each month in the evening Where: AHC Cost: $85 Info: Call 800-542-5096 to register

SUPPORT GROUP Free group sessions open to anyone with diabetes or prediabetes. When: First Tuesday of each month, 6–7 p.m. Where: WAH, Outpatient Nutrition and Diabetes Education Office, Suite 350 Info: Call 301-891-6105 to RSVP

When: Day and evening classes available Where: Professional building next to WAH, Suite 350 Info: 301-891-6105

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Zumba This eight-week exercise class involves dance and aerobic elements and includes music with fast and slow rhythms, as well as resistance training. The music comes from the following dance styles: cumbia, salsa, merengue, mambo, flamenco, chacha, reggaeton, soca, samba and hip-hop. Cost: $60 preregistration, $9 drop-in fee When: Tuesdays, Jan. 20–March 10, 6:30–7:30 p.m. Where: Epworth United Methodist Church, Gaithersburg Adventist HealthCare Walking Club Includes free blood pressure screenings. When: Tuesdays, 8–9:30 a.m. Where: Westfield Montgomery Mall Food Court Info: Visit www.adventisthealthcare.com/ walkingclub Weight-Loss Surgery Informational Seminars When: Monthly on the first Thursday, 6:30– 8:30 p.m.; second and fourth Wednesdays, 6–8 p.m.; and fourth Sunday, 5–7 p.m. Where: SGMC Cost: FREE Info: Open to all; contact Latasha Baxter at 240-826-5278 or lbaxter@adventisthealth care.com for room location and to register Lifestyle Seminars When: Second Thursday of each month, 6:30–7:30 p.m. Where: SGMC • Fad Diets, Jan. 8 Gain skills to identify deceptive claims and fad diets and understand the principles of a healthy and safe weight-loss plan. • Food and Mood, Feb. 12 Explore how food and nutrition can affect your mood and get tips to enhance your overall well-being. • Healthy Habits, March 12 Promoting overall health through informed food and exercise choices.

SeniorS’ health Adventist HealthCare recognizes the specialized health needs of our community’s senior population. FREE monthly lectures cover a wide variety of timely health topics for seniors, in addition to health screenings and personal consultations. For additional information, dates, locations and times, call 240-777-4999.

Holiday Park Multipurpose Senior Center 3950 Ferrara Drive, Wheaton Healthy Living Lecture Series • Heart-Health Talk: Is It Possible to Prevent or Reverse Plaque Naturally? When: Tuesday, Feb. 24, 1–2 p.m. Info: 240-777-4999

Others Adventist HealthCare offers many FREE support groups for patients and their loved ones. Ongoing support groups are currently available on the following health topics. • Alcoholics Anonymous • Amputee • Diabetes • Narcotics • Sickle cell anemia For additional information about these groups, including a schedule of meetings and locations, visit www.adventisthealth care.com/calendar or call 800-542-5096.

Support GroupS Grief Adventist HealthCare’s Pastoral Care Services offers compassionate help and hope to the community with FREE, specialized grief support groups held in a safe, nurturing environment. Where: SGMC Info: Call the Pastoral Care Department at 240-826-6112 or email jmufuh@adventist healthcare.com for more information and to register Where: WAH Info: Call the Pastoral Care Department at 301-891-5265 for more information

Weight-Loss Surgery When: First four Thursdays of each month, 7–8:30 p.m. Where: SGMC, Sycamore Conference Room Cost: FREE Info: Open to all; registration not required; contact Latasha Baxter at 240-826-5278 or lbaxter@adventisthealthcare.com for additional information

Cpr & FirSt aid ClaSSeS The Center of Resuscitation Excellence offers convenient CPR and first aid courses at various times and locations. For course schedules, locations and registration, visit www.adventistlifesupport.com or call 240-826-CORE (2673).

HeartSaver CPR and AED This American Safety & Health Institute CPR and AED program is designed for anyone in the community who wants to learn how to perform CPR on all ages. All class material is included, along with two-year certification card. When: Saturdays, Jan. 24, Feb. 28, March 28, 9 a.m.–noon Where: SGMC Info: For additional information, dates, locations and times, visit www.adventist healthcare.com/calendar or call 800-542-5096 American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI): Basic First Aid Class OSHA-approved first aid certification for construction workers, teachers, scout leaders, security guards, lifeguards and those who want to help in the community with emergencies and disasters. Twoyear certification. When: Jan. 14, Feb. 10, March 11, 5:30–8 p.m. Where: SGMC

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