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A P U B L I C AT I O N O F B A P T I S T H E A LT H C A R E
HEALTHY LIVING One
Woman’s Story
When Arm Pain Leads to Heart Concerns
Well-Being Tips for 2019 Evaluate Your Values to Be Successful
Joint Replacement Procedures Faster, More Effective
Grief
HAS NO TIMELINE But It Does Have a
Purpose
NEW Procedure
Enhances Gastro Diagnoses
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Baptist Health Care works tirelessly to
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expand our impact – to touch and change the lives of those we meet. We’ve helped more
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than 1.1 million people in 2018, and we are part of their life journeys. In this and every
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edition of Gulf Coast Healthy Living, we are purposeful and intentional in the information we share. Our features are meant to inspire and help you, whether that’s learning the signs to an atypical heart condition and taking steps to avoid a heart attack after hearing one woman’s story (Pages 4 and 5), evaluating your values to have a better wellbeing in 2019 (Pages 6 and 7), learning about how to better prepare yourself for success if you are considering joint replacement surgery (Pages 8 and 9), making online
CO N T EN TS 3 Healthy Habits Wellness Tips and Trends.
4 One Woman’s Story When Arm Pain Leads to Heart Concerns.
6 Well-Being Tips for 2019
physician appointments for greater ease
Evaluate your Values to be Successful.
and flexibility (Pages 10 and 11) or gaining
8 Joint Replacement
support for grief you may be experiencing (Pages 12 and 13). These stories will help you in various decisions you might be facing. We hope to impact your life in a positive
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Procedures Faster, More Effective
Today’s Methods Get You Back to Activity Sooner.
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way in 2019. May the New Year bring you comfort, joy and the knowledge you need to be successful in your health choices.
EasySchedule gives people in our community greater flexibility, access and convenience to take control of their health. Read story on Pages 10 and 11.
Mark Faulkner president and chief executive officer Baptist Health Care
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HEALTHY HABITS DON’T SHED IT! WINTER SKIN HEALTH TIPS Are your hands, elbows and knees dry, itchy and red this season? Winter can change your skin from soothing to scaly with its drier, colder conditions. Follow these three tips to keep your skin looking and feeling its best: • AVOID LONG, HOT SHOWERS AND BATHS. Very hot water can dry out and damage your skin. Try taking a lukewarm shower. When you step out, pat yourself gently with a clean towel. Then apply a safe moisturizer while your skin is still damp. This helps lock moisture in and prevent water from escaping. • MOISTURIZE MORE. Even if you take warmer showers instead of hot ones, you will likely experience dry skin this winter. Find a safe product that your skin responds well to that gives it moisture. Try a natural ointment or cream free from chemicals and scents. Apply it consistently every day after you shower. • HELP YOUR HANDS. The best way to give your hands a helping hand is to protect them in the winter by wearing gloves when you go outside. The skin on the hands is one of the thinnest parts of the body and it has less oil glands. Keep them moist during cold, dry weather. Layer them with a thin cotton glove first before wearing a thicker material, like wool, that may irritate the skin. Some animals shed their skin, but you don’t have to sacrifice yours. Try these suggestions and protect your skin’s health this winter.
QUICK SAUERKRAUT RECIPE Fermenting foods takes time, but we can still enjoy the basic benefits of cabbage with this simple, microwaveable recipe.
Ingredients: 1 head of cabbage, thinly sliced 1 onion, halved and thinly sliced 1 and 1/4 cups of apple cider vinegar 1/ 3
cup of balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons of kosher salt
Directions: Mix all ingredients together in a microwave safe bowl. Cover safely. Microwave on high for five minutes. Let mixture sit and cool, about 15 minutes. The cabbage should still be covered until it has absorbed the liquid and the bowl is no longer hot to touch. Serve as a side dish or on top of your choice of protein.
NEW YEAR FOODS TO
KEEP YOU WELL
Let the new year inspire you to be proactive, not reactive about your health and wellness. Here are seven foods to jumpstart your body’s immunity in 2019. 1. Yogurt – Eat this good source of probiotics to improve your bone and digestive health. 2. Pickles – These have good bacteria, are low in calories and a good source of Vitamin K. 3. Kombucha – This fermented black or green tea drink offers a wide variety of immunity boosters. 4. Kefir – Similar to yogurt, kefir aids in bone health and infection prevention. 5. Sauerkraut – These finely shredded cabbage leaves are rich in fiber and Vitamins B, C and K. 6. Miso – This Japanese seasoning is a good source of protein and fiber. 7. Buttermilk – This leftover milk from making butter carries Vitamin B12, riboflavin and calcium.
To learn more health and wellness tips, contact My Healthy Blueprint at 850.469.6903. GULF COAST HEALTHY LIVING
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One Woman’s Story: When Arm Pain Leads to
ANGINA & MAJOR HEART CONCERNS
Sue Westendorf (left) with friend Tara Rollins (right).
Like many women who often travel carrying a heavy purse and a laptop, Sue Westendorf experienced reoccurring pain in her arm and shoulder. She ignored the continual pains, thinking they were just an occupational hazard. When it began to feel as if a ton of bricks was pressing against her, Westendorf finally made an appointment with her doctor. She thought her physician would encourage her to lighten her load. Westendorf never expected to hear news that she had major blockages in her heart.
“I was shocked to learn that I was a walking heart attack waiting to happen, especially since I didn’t have the typical symptoms of heart trouble like chest, jaw or back pain,” said Westendorf.
of a task, such as taking stairs on a cold or hot day. It goes away on its own. Unstable angina may be a sign of a heart attack. It occurs unexpectedly or even at rest. The unstable type lasts longer and may not go away on its own.
Westendorf said that most people are startled to learn about her heart troubles.
Baptist Heart & Vascular Institute (BHVI) can detect angina in several ways, such as during a stress test, electrocardiogram or EKG, an echocardiogram, a nuclear stress test, chest X-ray, blood tests, coronary angiography, CT scan or a cardiac MRI.
“To look at me, you’d think I was in near perfect health,” said Westendorf. “But heart disease and bad cholesterol are in my genetics. My body manufactures the bad type of cholesterol. I’ve been taking cholesterol medication for almost 18 years, but I never made the connection that my arm pain I [had] dealt with for a year was associated with angina.” Angina is a reduced blood flow to the heart and can be caused by chest pain or other pains like arm, neck, shoulder, back and jaw. It is a symptom of coronary artery disease. Angina can be stable or unstable. Stable angina can occur during an exertion
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“Angina results from reduced blood flow and oxygen to the heart muscle, making it struggle to work properly,” said James Lonquist, M.D., cardiothoracic surgeon. “When it happens in an unexpected way, daily activities like walking may become uncomfortable. These symptoms may be a sign of serious coronary artery heart disease.” Women may experience angina differently than men. In some cases, there is no chest pressure but rather a stabbing type of
pain; shortness of breath; nausea; discomfort in the neck, jaw, back, arm or shoulder; and abdominal pain. According to Mayo Clinic, women’s symptoms of heart attack and heart disease can occur more often while resting or even while asleep.
According to Mayo Clinic, women’s symptoms of heart attack and heart disease can occur more often while resting or even while asleep.
More women show up in the emergency room after heart damage has already occurred, and they didn’t even realize it because of the atypical symptoms. This was the case for Westendorf. “It was scary for me,” said Westendorf. “I worked in health care for many years, and I know the seriousness of heart disease and my family’s history, but I thought I was doing OK. I take my cholesterol medication and exercise regularly. I was still taken by surprise when I went in for my arm and shoulder pain and learned about my angina and heart’s blockages. I was so close to having a massive heart attack and didn’t even know it.” In March of 2018, Westendorf had triple bypass surgery to address the blockages and stents in her heart. She has regular follow-up visits at BHVI and is gaining back her strength.
James L. Lonquist, M.D., FACS BHVI Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Safwan Jaalouk, M.D., FACC, FSCAI BHVI Interventional Cardiologist Vascular Surgery
“Every day I wake up and feel what I’ve gone through,” said Westendorf. “I look down at my chest and see that scar, but I work hard to remain positive and make small steps to fully gaining my quality of life from before surgery. Baptist’s cardiac rehab has been vital to my care after surgery, helping me regain muscular strength and mobility.” Westendorf was compelled to share her experience with other women in hopes that they don’t ignore signs of unusual pain that may be related to heart issues. She recommends that all women and men know their baseline for cholesterol numbers. “My cholesterol had gotten dangerously high,” said Westendorf. “That was the sign of a more serious problem.” “High cholesterol can lead to deposit buildup on the walls of arteries,” said Safwan Jaalouk, M.D., BHVI interventional cardiologist. “The deposits may then lead to reduced blood flow, blockages or clots that could all result in the possibility of a heart attack. That’s why it’s important for people to know their levels, track their numbers and have annual exams to stay in top health.” Patients can have their cholesterol and blood levels checked annually with a primary care physician. If concerns arise, a patient can request a referral to a BHVI cardiologist or other specialist. The sooner women seek help, the sooner they may be able to avoid serious or traumatic long-term effects. BHVI also recommends that individuals investigate their family’s history to learn facts that will educate them on heart disease and other concerns. A poor family history or a clean bill of health does not guarantee a certain outcome, but knowing the history and tracking numbers can make a difference in a higher chance of heart success.
For more information about BHVI, visit eBaptistHealthCare.org/Heart or call 850.484.6500.
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4 TIPS Well-Being for
in 2019
Each year you start out with good intentions: Quit bad habits, adopt good ones. Then, before you know it, a crisis hits, and you feel overwhelmed again. You find yourself slipping into risky behaviors or having depressive thoughts. How do you sustain mental well-being when the going gets tough? David Josephs, Psy.D., is the clinical director at Lakeview Center. He’s treated a diverse group of people over the past two decades, and he says if you are asking this question, you may want to start by evaluating the things you place value on in your life.
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1 Be Aware
“The things we can do to make sure we are truly content don’t have to be fancy. In large part, it depends on what we place value on in life,” says Dr. Josephs. “Playing with our pets, spending time with our kids, creating art, exercising or any other reliable way to disconnect from the hustle and turmoil of life will feed well-being.” One thing you can count on is unpredictability, but paying attention to the things that provide you unconditional and positive regard will help see you through. Make more time for those activities because they send messages that “everything will be OK” and “you are OK.” “Happy moments can fill you up, and you should be aware of expanding on them. You budget time for other things with great discipline. Why not budget for your health and happiness?” Exercise, volunteer, walk the dog or spend relaxing time with family.
2 Enlist A “Coach”
If catastrophe hits and you realize that you don’t feel like your usual self, reach out to your doctor – or as Dr. Josephs puts it – your “coach.”
People spend money and time on yoga coaches, sports coaches, weightloss coaches, but less often mental health coaches. Think of your doctor or therapist as your health care coach. “If a golfer wants to improve his or her swing, they see a coach. Similarly, you should want to be an expert at healthy living, and sometimes you need a coach.”
3 Don’t Sacrifice
Above all, be true to yourself. Don’t sacrifice personal happiness, health and longevity. Know that you deserve it and place high value on it.
“People often think of physical health as being different than mental health, but both are equally important. When you actively place value on mental health, your behaviors will support a calmer life.” For instance, surround yourself with supportive people and environments, and participate in healthy activities. “When we counsel people in recovery, we emphasize three key components to a happy, healthy life: people, places and things.” If you feel obligated on holidays or special occasions to be in situations that cause re-traumatization of abuse, abandonment or some other stressful experience, say no. Ask your coach about ways to address the issue and practice saying no, but also trust yourself. You know the answers. Ask yourself: Is this place healthy? Is this person healthy? Is this activity healthy? Understand trigger points and find ways to avoid them.
4 Unplug
Another thing that may seem impossible to avoid is negative news from countless sources. If world events bring you down, limit yourself on television, social media, the internet and other news sources. Disconnect from Facebook for a while. Instead, take regular walks, pick up a good book and start reading, or have regular play dates at the park with your dog or children.
In those moments when you feel as if you aren’t coping well, you also can reach out to your minister, parent or close friend.
Happiness and good health take work. Expand on the healthy experiences. Take a healthy, constructive route on your life journey and reap the rewards of peace and calm.
Lakeview Center has more than 60 programs and services to help with mental health and addiction. Visit our website at eLakeviewCenter.org or call us at 850.469.3500. Also follow us on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/LakeviewCenter. GULF COAST HEALTHY LIVING
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ANDREWS INSTITUTE
Keep You
Active
Helps to
Physical activity is good for all ages. Yet as we grow older, cartilage wears down and joints may ache. People may be tempted to simply sit on the sidelines instead of actively participating in the hobbies they love. Joint replacement surgeries may become unavoidable realities when alternatives are not possible. Historically, joint replacement surgical procedures were associated with long hospital stays and lengthy rehabilitation periods. Thankfully now, physicians at Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine are leading the way in providing safe and effective ways to provide better patient outcomes with joint replacement procedures while reducing complications. Andrews Institute and Baptist Health Care boast lower readmission rates and shorter hospital stays than the national average for total joint replacements, and they recently received the highest score for quality performance among all area hospitals in the first year results of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement (CJR) model. This attention to value based care is due to experienced and proficient surgical providers as well as Andrews Institute and Baptist’s focus on pre-surgical optimization, a way to have patients enhance results after surgery. “One of the main reasons we are able to provide these outcomes is due to the emphasis we place on presurgical optimization for the patient,” said Brett Smith, M.D., M.S. “We make sure that we address a patient’s risk factors through pre-surgical optimization to ensure they have the best possible outcomes.” Normal risk factors can include obesity, diabetes and rheumatologic disease. Andrews Institute and Baptist work with patients to manage their risk factors prior to elective surgery to decrease the risk of complications during a total joint procedure. While joint replacement procedures have previously been completed as an inpatient surgery associated with long
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hospital stays, Andrews Institute providers have found that putting patients back on their feet quicker after surgery has led to reduced complications and more favorable outcomes. Patients may qualify for an outpatient joint replacement option. Outpatient procedures eliminate the need for hospital stays altogether and allow patients to return home after the joint replacement procedure. “We’re in the learning phase, I’d say, of determining who are the best candidates for outpatient and who still requires inpatient for a total joint procedure,” said G. Daxton Steele, M.D. “We’ve got a lot of different parameters we’re measuring. We’re taking somewhat of a conservative approach right now, but we’re learning who those patients are and who does better with inpatient versus outpatient at the current state.” If a patient requires a joint replacement procedure, Andrews Institute physicians will offer an individualized care pathway that sets the patient up for the best possible outcome. Andrews Institute providers are available at multiple locations throughout Northwest Florida. Even if your joints weaken, you don’t have to let them weaken your spirit. Talk to an Andrews Institute physician about your quality of life wishes. Together you can make a plan to continue your passion for boating, playing tennis and other activities that bring you joy.
If a patient does require a joint replacement procedure, Andrews Institute physicians will offer an individualized care pathway that sets the patient up for the best possible outcome.
Visit AndrewsInstitute.com or call 850.916.8700 to schedule an appointment today. GULF COAST HEALTHY LIVING
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Make an
ONLINE APPOINTMENT
using
EasySchedule.com EasySchedule
In today’s digital world, we have more self-service options at our fingertips. We often make hotel and restaurant reservations by booking them online. Now through Baptist Health Care’s online appointment system, EasySchedule.com, we can make our health care visits using a computer or mobile device. Once you enter EasySchedule.com, choose the location. Select an available time. Then, confirm your appointment.
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“The decision to move to our EasySchedule online appointment scheduling system was a great move for Baptist Health Care,” said Julie Cardwell, president of Baptist Medical Group. “EasySchedule gives our patients the power to book their appointment in a fast, effective manner. They love having that freedom to look at available physicians and select the location and time that best fit their current needs.” Local practices have seen an increase in numbers of new patients because of EasySchedule. The online convenience is leading to greater access of community care. More people who need health services are being seen, and as a result, more individuals are being helped. “Access to care and community health are two top priorities for Baptist Health Care,” said Mark Faulkner, CEO and president at Baptist. “Through our EasySchedule system, those we serve can take action on their health and make fast online appointments with greater flexibility and ease.” Monica Nall, M.D., family medicine physician at Baptist Medical Park – Pace, said that EasySchedule is significant for both patient accessibility and her team’s abilities to better serve patients. Her staff now spends less time doing manual administrative tasks because of EasySchedule. “Our patient satisfaction has been further enhanced since EasySchedule,” said Dr. Nall. “Our office’s capability to better serve our patients has also increased because we spend less time on the phone trying to schedule appointments. Instead, we can provide more direct contact to those in our care.”
Baptist Health Care’s EasySchedule gives patients the full circle power they want. They find a physician and then complete the process by making an online appointment, never having to pause to dial a number or be kept on hold. Julie Cardwell, president, Baptist Medical Group
Our patient satisfaction has been further enhanced since EasySchedule. Our office’s capability to better serve our patients has also increased because we spend less time on the phone trying to schedule appointments. Instead, we can provide more direct contact to those in our care. Monica Nall, M.D., Baptist Medical Group Family Medicine
Access to care and community health are two top priorities for Baptist Health Care. Through our EasySchedule system, those we serve can take action on their health and make fast online appointments with greater flexibility and ease. Mark Faulkner, CEO and president, Baptist Health Care
Cardwell added that by offering online appointments, patients can complete their goals of locating a provider and instantly booking an appointment with that physician. “Baptist Health Care’s EasySchedule gives patients the full circle power they want,” said Cardwell. “They find a physician and then complete the process by making an online appointment, never having to pause to dial a number or be kept on hold.” Online scheduling is ideal for people who become sick in the evening or after normal business hours. If a person is busy during the day and can’t call a physician’s office, EasySchedule can be accessed 24 hours a day, seven days per week. Individuals can choose the next available time. Baptist Health Care will still take calls for appointments, but EasySchedule gives people in our community greater flexibility, access and convenience to take control of their health. Both new and existing Baptist patients can use the online appointment system. EasySchedule is for physician visits only. If emergency care is needed, call 911. Book your health and wellness visits with EasySchedule today.
Schedule online at EasySchedule.com. GULF COAST HEALTHY LIVING
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Grief
Has No Timeline, But It Has a
PURPOSE The loss of a loved one is never easy. Grieving is the process of healing from the pain of loss, not a mental or physical illness. The process is different for everyone.
Sally Kapusciak, LCSW, ACHP-SW Baptist Hospital Palliative Care
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health decisions in palliative care, Kapusciak offers a grief support group at Baptist three times per year. The six-session, closed support group is open to the community for up to 12 participants.
The grief support group began in 2016 due to a lack of grief “There is no right or wrong way support and resources available in Northwest Florida. If a to grieve,” said Sally Kapusciak, community member is not affiliated with a hospice or church, LCSW, ACHP-SW, a social worker the individual may not know how to access grief resources. in Palliative Care at Baptist Hospital. “I feel like grief and loss “What we feel support is my calling,” said inside of us needs I feel like grief and loss Kapusciak. “There are so to be felt, and few support groups in the support is my calling. There the grief needs community, so that’s why I to come out so it are so few support groups in started one here at Baptist.” does not manifest the community, so that’s why into unhealthy The emotions we experience I started one here at Baptist. behaviors.” when grieving, such as anger, guilt, loneliness, denial In addition to her and many others can be so role of helping overwhelming that we may run from them. In addition, we the medically and chronically ill may find these feelings come out of us in unexpected bursts. and their families make informed
“How we grieve often has to do with how we were taught as children to grieve,” said Kapusciak. “We imitate what we see. Did our parents talk to us about death and loss? Did they cry or keep their feelings bottled up? Our past impacts who we are and how we manage the grieving process.” Grief is an internal process, probably the most painful thing people can experience in life. Mourning is the release of that grief. That mourning can come in the forms of talking with others, writing feelings down or expressions through art like painting, sculpting and dancing to release tension.
class six, and attendees can see the improvements and positive steps they have made.” Grieving is not easy, but we don’t have to do it alone. We can still honor those who are not with us. Through the open, honest process of grief, we can find a renewed sense of purpose and direction in life. View the schedule for upcoming Baptist grief support classes in 2019.
In her grief support groups, Kapusciak tells attendees what to expect when grieving occurs. Many people don’t know how to fully identify grief or express it. She helps her group “normalize” grief, letting them “begin the process of reconciliation, where one becomes more adapted to a new way of living.” Coping strategies that Kapusciak shares with those in her groups include self-care, permitting individuals to feel and express the full range emotions they have, talking and writing about the loss, social support and obtaining basic health needs like proper nutrition, sleep and exercise. “Most importantly, don’t let others tell you how to grieve,” said Kapusciak. “Individuals should face it in their own way, as long as they continue to work through it. Lean into the pain to get through it.” Honesty is also best when it comes to grief. Don’t say you’re fine if you’re not. Acknowledge the grief. “There’s no timeline for grieving,” said Kapusciak. “Grief doesn’t stop when our last support group session ends. There is no end destination but rather a journey of grief, with in and out phases. However, there is hope. I see it all the time. We do an assessment in class one and compare it to
GRIEF SUPPORT CLASSES IN 2019: Each session lasts for six weeks, one class per week. • Jan. 16 through Feb. 20, 2019 • May 1 through June 5, 2019 • Sept. 4 through Oct. 9, 2019 Class dates are subject to change and may vary. Call 850.469.7197 for more information.
For more information about grief support, call 850.469.7197. GULF COAST HEALTHY LIVING
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PROCEDURE
Offered at Baptist Helps Gain Clearer Picture of Gut Health Listen to your gut when it comes to overall health. Your digestive system can affect many other areas of your body. The Baptist Medical Group (BMG) – Gastroenterology team is here to help people treat conditions in the gut or digestive tract, as well as concerns in the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, bile ducts, gallbladder and their associated structures. Baptist Health Care wants individuals who deal with digestive issues to be identified quickly and effectively. BMG – Gastroenterology now offers a new minimally invasive technology called SpyGlass™ DS Direct Visualization System to help diagnose and treat patients with diseases and conditions in the bile duct, hepatic ducts, and pancreas.
enhance the ability to obtain tissue samples for the definitive diagnosis of cancer, gallstones, pancreatitis and other diseases. SpyGlass can also be used for lithotripsy, which breaks down stones in the common bile duct.
examination of the bile ducts, gallbladder and pancreas. Its camera provides high resolution image quality and a wide field of view that allows physicians to clearly see any areas of concerns. Special biopsy tools
An added patient benefit is that the local availability of this technology prevents the need for patients to travel outside the county for the procedure. Northwest Florida residents can conveniently be
Baptist Health Care gastroenterologist David W. Dozer, M.D., performed the first procedure in Escambia Northwest Florida SpyGlass enables high County using the new resolution imaging and SpyGlass system. residents can therapy to target biopsies In the first case, Dr. conveniently be and fragment stones. This Dozer was able to treated using may result in more efficient examine a biliary duct SpyGlass right here mass. Amanda Davis, evaluation and help reduce the need in their community. R.N., who assisted in for additional testing the procedure, said and repeat procedures compared with the equipment enabled the surgical team to standard methods, enabling patients to better visualize the difficult-to-see mass and receive treatment sooner. obtain samples that were crucial for a final diagnosis. The technology is used for endoscopic
treated using right here in their community. When it comes to gut health, trust your instincts and don’t wait to take action. Talk to your doctor when you think there may be a problem related to your digestive tract.
David W. Dozer, M.D. Baptist Medical Group – Gastroenterology
For more information or to schedule an appointment with a Baptist Medical Group gastroenterologist, call 850.626.9626.
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in the news PEOPLE, PROJECTS AND PRAISE
BAPTIST HEALTH CARE FOUNDATION RAISED AN ADDITIONAL $10,000 AT 2018 BRAS ACROSS THE BRIDGE The ninth annual Bras Across the Bridge, presented by Baptist Health Care Foundation and Pensacola Honda, raised more than $36,000 for the Foundation’s Mammogram Fund – a $10,000 increase from last year’s event. More than 400 new bras were donated by Bras Across the Bridge participants. The Foundation donated these bras to several local organizations that help women and girls in need, including Baptist Hospital’s Case Management clothes closet; PACE Center for Girls; Suit Yourself, an organization of First United Methodist Church that provides free interview outfits to women; and Samaritan Hands Ministry of First Baptist Church that provides clothing and assistance to those in need.
NEW NURSING HONOR GUARD PAYS TRIBUTE TO NURSES DURING MEMORIAL SERVICES Baptist Health Care launched the Nursing Honor Guard, a new program established to honor and recognize men and women at the time of their death who dedicated their professional lives to the practice of nursing. Nursing volunteers attend funerals to honor the wishes of deceased Baptist nurses’ families. Honor Guard members wear traditional white nursing uniforms, white caps and blue capes and carry Victorian-style lanterns to represent Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. Families of Baptist nurses who would like to invite the Nursing Honor Guard to be a part of their loved ones’ memorial services can email their request to BHCNurseHonorGuard@bhcpns.org.
SEE W H AT EL S E WE’RE U P TO.
ANDREWS INSTITUTE OFFERS LEADING-EDGE PROCEDURE FOR CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME (CTS) Andrews Institute non-surgical sports medicine physician Brett Kindle, M.D., CAQSM, RMSK, provides a leading-edge procedure for CTS. Ultrasound-guided carpal tunnel release (USCTR) is a micro-invasive procedure that allows patients with carpal tunnel syndrome to safely return to normal activity within a week. Call 850.916.8700 to learn more or schedule an appointment.
THE FRIARY AT LAKEVIEW CENTER NOW ACCEPTS AETNA INSURANCE The Friary at Lakeview Center now accepts Aetna Insurance for services in addition to most commercial health plans. A confidential assessment can be arranged at any time by calling 850.932.9375 or toll free 800.332.2271. Visit TheFriary.org to learn more about services.
BAPTIST HEALTH CARE HEALTH EDUCATION EVENTS Join us at these upcoming wellness seminars to learn more about health so you can continue an active life. Lower Back Pain . . . Is It Really Your Back? Thurs., Jan. 17, 11:30 a.m. lunch; noon to 1 p.m. seminar Baptist Medical Park – Nine Mile, 9400 University Parkway Azalea Room Afib: What It Means for You Fri., Feb. 22, 11:30 a.m. lunch; noon to 1 p.m. seminar Andrews Institute Athletic Performance & Research Pavilion 1020 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Conference Room B New Advancements in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Fri., Mar. 22, 11:30 a.m. lunch; noon to 1 p.m. seminar Andrews Institute Athletic Performance & Research Pavilion, 1020 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Conference Room B Seminars fill up quickly, so reservations are required. Call 850.469.7897 and let us reserve your seat today.
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