2011 Fall Monitor by Gail Neubert

Fall 2011

“ It was really a great experience.” When abdominal pain struck, Matt Calkins got the care he needed at the Evergreen Medical Center Redmond. 3-D mammography: New Breast Cancer Detection Tool page 4 Pulmonary Rehab Improves Life for People with COPD page 6 Evergreen Hospital Medical Center in Kirkland, including Home Health and Hospice • 24-hour Emergency Care in Redmond Urgent Care in Redmond and Woodinville • Primary Care in Redmond, Woodinville, Canyon Park, Duvall, Kenmore and Sammamish

M E S SAG E F R O M T H E C E O

REDMOND MEDICAL CENTER

Evergreen welcomes these new members of the medical staff:

Diagnostic Imaging Patricia Geraghty, MD Vivek Manchanda, MD Loulie Molley, MD Emergency Medicine Brock Bemis, MD Gilbert Chen, MD Chad Crystal, MD Family Medicine Ralph Holsworth, Jr., DO Geriatrics Reza Tabibi, MD Hospitalist – Adult Monica Campo-Patino, MD Daniel Graesser, MD Courtney Greene, MD Aaron Krohn, MD Peter Leary, MD Michael Mena, MD Carmen Mikacenic, MD Sarah Petricca, MD Benjamin Staudinger, MD Ophthalmology Denise Lugo-Camann, MD Pathology Shane Anderson, MD Peter Benda, MD Linda Burkhardt, MD Brian Folz, MD Douglas Hansen, MD Michael Kalnoski, MD Aashiyana Koreishi, MD Thomas Martin, MD Kenneth Meckler, MD Angie Pham, MD Raul Villanueva, MD Sandra White, MD Katie Wilkinson, MD

“There was a smooth transition to the hospital for surgery.”

Bob Malte, CEO

When 39-year-old Matt Calkins was hit with stomach

Eat Well ... Play More!

pain that wouldn’t go away, he knew immediately

As this issue of the Monitor goes to press, we will just be completing one of our most enjoyable ways of connecting with the communities we serve. For the past three months, we’ve been participating in the farmers markets, festivals, soccer tournaments, walks, rides and runs that make summer truly the fun and healthy season here on the Eastside.

we went to Evergreen’s urgent care center in Redmond,”

where to turn. “My mom got sick while visiting, and

While Evergreen and our incredible staff are always here for those times when our bodies need intervention and help, we are even more committed to helping you stay well. To provide you some thought starters for doing that, we created the “Eat Well. Play More.” section on our website at www.evergreenhospital.org/eatwellplaymore. This fall, we’ll continue to provide you with fresh ideas on eating well and playing more through our community health education classes. You can find these classes listed in the class section of this issue, or on our website at www.evergreenhealthcare.org/classes. We love participating in these community events and connecting with you outside the hospital and our clinics. It reminds us that the real reason we exist is to make sure your life outside our care is abundant, full and rich with enjoyment. That is always our wish for you from your Evergreen.

Sincerely,

Bob Malte Chief Executive Officer

Find more Evergreenaffiliated providers at www.evergreenhospital.org/physician.

Matt Calkins

The urgent care center is part of Evergreen’s new medical center in Redmond, which also offers primary care, specialty care and a 24/7 emergency department all under one roof. For Calkins, it turned out to be the ideal place, where he received priority treatment because of his symptoms. “I suspected appendicitis,” urgent care physician Dr. Karri Chinn recalls, “so Matt was quickly taken to the emergency department (ED), just two floors away, for a confirming CT scan.” Dr. Chinn relayed her thinking to Dr. Neil Donner, who took over Calkins’ care in the ED. When the CT results confirmed appendicitis, Dr. Donner alerted surgeon Dr. Marion Johnson at Evergreen Hospital. Calkins was transported via ambulance to Evergreen and was prepped for surgery. He was back home less than 24 hours later. THE LEVEL OF CARE YOU NEED Whether a life-threatening emergency, an everyday illness or an accident, the Evergreen Medical Center in Redmond provides the level of care you need.

Psychiatry Jay Augsburger, MD

Rehabilitation Ryan Zehnder, MD

would be a great place to go!”

We were at these events to deliver a simple and important message: “Eat Well. Play More.” That is our heartfelt wish for you, your friends, and families for this summer and the whole year – a healthy and active life style.

Podiatry Brendon Moodley, DPM

Pulmonary Care Michael Bundesmann, MD Lindy Klaff, MD

he remembers, “and I thought, if I ever get sick, this

Evergreen is a proud sponsor of the First Annual Get Your Rear in Gear 5K Run/Walk and Kids Dash to raise money and awareness for colon cancer and screenings. The event takes place Sunday, Nov. 6, starting at 8:30 a.m., at Brooks Sports, Inc., in Bothell. It will be followed by family activities and food and beverage sampling. For more information and registration, please visit http://events.getyourrearingear.com/bothellwa2011. Proceeds benefit Evergreen Cancer Services and the Colon Cancer Coalition.

The primary care center offers same-day and Saturday appointments, with longer weekday hours. Urgent care takes patients who don’t have a primary care physician, and those who have an illness that can’t wait. “Patients are seen by a triage nurse within a few minutes,” Dr. Chinn explains. “If their symptoms need emergency care, we take them right to our on-site ED.” “With 16 fully equipped emergency exam rooms, we’re able to handle any medical emergency,” adds Dr. Donner, one of the 32 providers, all board-certified in emergency medicine, who staff the

Redmond ED along with trauma-trained nurses. “Evergreen’s specialists are available when we need them, and if a patient needs surgery or admission, we arrange for a transfer.”

Bellevue

Supporting the medical services is a full analytic lab, plus diagnostic imaging services that include X-ray, ultrasound, CT and MRI – on-site and available around the clock. TEAM APPROACH TO PATIENT CARE The physicians also stress the excellent communication that goes on between the physicians in the Redmond medical center, and with their colleagues at Karri Chinn, MD, and Neil Donner, MD Evergreen Hospital. “We work directly with the urgent care physicians to coordinate the care of patients sent to the ED,” Dr. Donner says. “That communication is part of our team approach to patient care.” That extends to the hospital as well. “In Matt Calkins’ case, they were able to do his full workup in Redmond, diagnose the problem, and contact me,” Dr. Johnson shares. “There was a smooth transition to the hospital for surgery because we knew exactly what we were dealing with.”

Marion Johnson, MD

For more information on the Evergreen Medical Center in Redmond, visit www.evergreenhospital.org/redmond.

M E S SAG E F R O M T H E C E O

REDMOND MEDICAL CENTER

Evergreen welcomes these new members of the medical staff:

“There was a smooth transition to the hospital for surgery.”

Bob Malte, CEO

When 39-year-old Matt Calkins was hit with stomach

Eat Well ... Play More!

pain that wouldn’t go away, he knew immediately

we went to Evergreen’s urgent care center in Redmond,”

where to turn. “My mom got sick while visiting, and

Sincerely,

Bob Malte Chief Executive Officer

Find more Evergreenaffiliated providers at www.evergreenhospital.org/physician.

Matt Calkins

Psychiatry Jay Augsburger, MD

Rehabilitation Ryan Zehnder, MD

would be a great place to go!”

Podiatry Brendon Moodley, DPM

Pulmonary Care Michael Bundesmann, MD Lindy Klaff, MD

he remembers, “and I thought, if I ever get sick, this

Redmond ED along with trauma-trained nurses. “Evergreen’s specialists are available when we need them, and if a patient needs surgery or admission, we arrange for a transfer.”

Bellevue

Marion Johnson, MD

For more information on the Evergreen Medical Center in Redmond, visit www.evergreenhospital.org/redmond.

B R E AST H E A LT H C E NT E R

Making Mammography More Convenient...

Exceptional Care – The Latest Technology

“ With this new 3-D machine I got the all-clear right away.” Carolyn Brock is a pioneer. The 45-year-old married mother of two made history at Evergreen in July when she became the first to experience the new 3-dimensional mammography known as tomosynthesis. It’s Evergreen’s newest diagnostic tool to fight breast cancer.

Because we can’t prevent breast cancer yet, the Evergreen Breast Health Center places a high priority on staying at the forefront of technology that help ensure early detection. In 1998, Evergreen was the first medical center in the state to use computer-aided detection in mammography, and in 2006 we were the first comprehensive breast center to provide digital mammography on the Eastside. 3-D Mammography (Tomosynthesis) Today, Evergreen is at the forefront again, being the first hospital in King County to offer the revolutionary 3-dimensional mammogram known as tomosynthesis. This new technology produces clear, highly focused computerized 3-D images that can reveal cancers not seen by regular 2-D mammography. In addition to finding cancers earlier, the precision of the 3-D technology decreases the number of women who need callbacks for additional evaluation by 20 to 40 percent. 3D mammography benefits all screening mammography patients, and is especially beneficial for:

Carolyn Brock

Bothell

Brock’s journey began when her primary care provider, Suzan Watanabe, ARNP, saw something of concern with Brock’s left breast and referred her to the Evergreen Breast Health Center for a mammogram. “They first did a regular mammogram, but the results weren’t clear because of my dense breast tissue,” Brock recalls. “That’s when we did the 3-dimensional mammogram.” THE ADVANTAGE OF 3-D TECHNOLOGY “3-dimensional mammography, called tomosynthesis, is similar to a conventional mammogram as far as the patient is concerned,” explains radiologist Dr. Kara Carlson, medical director of the Evergreen Breast Health Center. “The breast is positioned the same way; then the breast is compressed to disperse the breast tissue.”

The difference is in the remarkable 3-D technology. “The X-ray tube moves in an arc around the breast, collecting multiple images during the exam,” Dr. Carlson adds. “That information, collected at one-millimeter intervals throughout the breast, is then sent to a computer, which assembles them to produce clear, highly focused 3-dimensional images. Those images can reveal cancers not seen by regular 2-dimensional mammograms.”

Kara Carlson, MD

There are several advantages to 3-dimensional mammography, with the first being its ability to detect breast cancer at its earliest, most treatable stages. Evergreen’s survival rates are already impressive, beating national and state standards; the addition of 3-dimensional

mammography holds the promise of offering women an even more hopeful future. Another advantage is peace of mind. “If I’d only had a routine mammogram, I definitely would have been called back because of my dense breast tissue,” Brock reveals. “That would have meant days of worry and waiting. With this new 3-D machine, I got the all-clear right away...and not having to worry is a big thing!” Dr. Carlson shares Brock’s enthusiasm. “Because the 3-D images are so precise, we’re seeing about a 40 percent decrease in the number of women having to come back for additional views, which is remarkable.” EVERGREEN AT THE FOREFRONT OF TECHNOLOGY 3-dimensional mammography (tomosynthesis) was only approved by the FDA in February 2011 ... so there was no money budgeted to add the new diagnostic tool this year. That’s when the community generously stepped forward at April’s Evergreen Gala and raised the money needed to purchase the new technology. Less than three months later, Carolyn Brock was getting the first 3-dimensional scan. Evergreen’s is the first Breast Health Center in the Puget Sound area to offer 3-dimensional mammography. “Washington state has one of the highest incidences of breast cancer in the nation,” Dr. Carlson states, “so I appreciate that Evergreen stays very much at the forefront of technology, especially when it comes to breast imaging detection. We are committed to providing the best care and technology for our patients.” For more information on 3-dimensional mammography, see stories on page 5, visit www.evergreenhospital.org/breastcenter or call the Evergreen Healthline at 425.899.3000.

BREAST HEALTH SERVICES

• • • •

baseline screening mammogram women 40 to 60 years old women with dense, fibroglandular breast tissue women with a personal history of breast cancer

Locations:

Breast Health Center at Evergreen Hospital 6:45 a.m.– 6 p.m. Monday– Friday

Mobile Mammography Coach For the current schedule, visit: www.evergreenhospital.org/mammocoach Scheduling:

Call 425.899.2831 Online at: www.evergreenhospital.org/mammography

...And More Comfortable

See story on page 4 or scan this Microsoft tag with a smartphone to receive more information on 3-D mammography. To download the app, go to http://tag.microsoft.com/download.aspx

Exceptional Results Are you looking for a Breast Health Center with exceptional care and results? Outcomes

With convenient locations around the community, we’re making it easier than ever to get your annual screening exam. Evergreen mammography is all digital, and all scans are interpreted by boardcertified breast radiologists. 3D mammography (tomosynthesis) is only available at the Breast Health Center.

The Breast Health Center and the mobile coach both offer the new MammoPad breast cushion to create a softer, warmer and more comfortable experience. Three out of four women reported that the MammoPad cut their discomfort in half. The MammoPad is invisible to X-rays and does not interfere with the image quality of the mammogram.

Evergreen

Nationally

Current Breast Health Screening Guidelines

Patients diagnosed in early stages, due to advanced methods and technology

62%

55%

• Baseline mammogram by age 40, with continued with annual screenings

Five-year survival rate 2003-2007 (based on Evergreen figures)

92.6%

85%

No recurrence of disease after 10 years (based on 1991-2000 figures)

97%

N/A

No local/regional recurrence post Mastectory after 5 years (2001-2005)

88%

N/A

• Breast self-exam done monthly, beginning in your 20s • Clinical breast exams every three years beginning in your 20s; every year for women 40 and older Women at higher risk for breast cancer due to family history or the BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation should consult with their provider for additional preventive screenings.

B R E AST H E A LT H C E NT E R

Making Mammography More Convenient...

Exceptional Care – The Latest Technology

Carolyn Brock

Bothell

Kara Carlson, MD

BREAST HEALTH SERVICES

• • • •

baseline screening mammogram women 40 to 60 years old women with dense, fibroglandular breast tissue women with a personal history of breast cancer

Locations:

Breast Health Center at Evergreen Hospital 6:45 a.m.– 6 p.m. Monday– Friday

Mobile Mammography Coach For the current schedule, visit: www.evergreenhospital.org/mammocoach Scheduling:

Call 425.899.2831 Online at: www.evergreenhospital.org/mammography

...And More Comfortable

See story on page 4 or scan this Microsoft tag with a smartphone to receive more information on 3-D mammography. To download the app, go to http://tag.microsoft.com/download.aspx

Exceptional Results Are you looking for a Breast Health Center with exceptional care and results? Outcomes

Evergreen

Nationally

Current Breast Health Screening Guidelines

Patients diagnosed in early stages, due to advanced methods and technology

62%

55%

• Baseline mammogram by age 40, with continued with annual screenings

Five-year survival rate 2003-2007 (based on Evergreen figures)

92.6%

85%

No recurrence of disease after 10 years (based on 1991-2000 figures)

97%

N/A

No local/regional recurrence post Mastectory after 5 years (2001-2005)

88%

N/A

Orthopedic services

P U L M O N A RY R E H A B I L I TAT I O N

Ranked #3 in Washington state for overall pulmonary care and recognized with the Pulmonary Care Excellence Award. ~ HealthGrades 2011 Hospital Quality in America Study

“ We empower them to take charge of their own disease.” A longtime smoker, Jayne Wilcox has been living with COPD – chronic obstructive pulmonary disease – since 2001. COPD causes the airways to narrow and limits the flow of air to and from the lungs, which leads to

“ I’m back playing soccer — no restrictions, no hindrances.” Sophie Borthen’s life revolves around soccer, and her goal is to play at the college level. But an ACL tear during a game last October put everything in jeopardy. Fortunately, Evergreen would provide her with a new team to get her back on the field.

shortness of breath and diminishing quality of life.

Sophie Borthen

Jayne Wilcox

Kirkland

Fortunately for Wilcox, treatment was available close to home at Evergreen’s award-winning Pulmonary Care Center.

The center treats all diseases of the respiratory system, and includes specialists in pulmonary medicine, sleep medicine, respiratory therapy and exercise physiology – all working together with the latest technology to expedite diagnosis and treatment. PULMONARY REHABILITATION Jayne Wilcox also took advantage of the center’s new pulmonary rehabilitation program, which helps patients improve their quality of life while increasing their strength and stamina. “Pulmonary rehab is one of the few things we can do for people with stable lung disease to help them live better lives,” explains Dr. Aileen Mickey, the rehab center’s medical director. “We empower them to take charge of their own disease.” That empowerment comes from an innovative 12-week program that combines exercise and education. The program meets Aileen Mickey, MD, and twice a week, and each session includes Dave Engle an hour of monitored exercise designed according to the lung limitations of each participant. The exercises strengthen the muscles used to breathe while also improving overall fitness. One weekly session also includes an hour of education that helps participants better understand and manage their chronic lung disease.

“It’s a lot of lifestyle work,” says Dave Engle, the exercise physiologist who worked with Jayne Wilcox. “We teach people how to take better care of themselves with exercise, diet and medications – working within the precautions they need.” Engle says the results are very gratifying. “It’s typical during our 12-week program that people improve their functional capacity by nearly 50 percent.” Dr. Mickey adds that pulmonary rehab also decreases the number of doctor’s office visits, emergency department visits and hospital admissions. EMOTIONAL SUPPORT Evergreen’s pulmonary rehab program also addresses the emotional component, which may be just as important as exercise and education. “A huge part of lung disease is depression and anxiety,” Dr. Mickey shares. “When you can’t breathe, you get anxious. It’s one of the worst feelings in the world to be short of breath.” The group setting lets participants see they aren’t alone in their struggles. “They can rely on each other for support and exchange ideas,” she notes. Wilcox’s class formed such a tight bond that they continue to meet as a group for the center’s maintenance classes. Jayne Wilcox says the exercise program has helped her lose 15 pounds and improve her core muscles, which helps her breathe a little better. She’s also eating healthier, thanks to the nutrition classes. “I never imagined that three hours a week could make such a big difference in my life,” she says, smiling. For more information, visit www.evergreenhospital.org/pulmonary or call 425.899.6972.

Recovery from a severe knee injury takes three things: a skilled surgeon, a highly motivated patient, and a physical therapist who knows when to push and when to hold back. Sophie’s surgeon, Dr. Pierce Scranton, practices at Orthopedics International’s Kirkland office. In his 18 years as team physician for the Seattle Seahawks, Dr. Scranton has seen his share of ACL repairs. “For any level of athlete, blowing out your knee is very serious,” he shares. “But for young high school athletes like Sophie, it can be devastating, because sports is their whole life, their circle of friends, their social network. It’s very important to give these young athletes their lives back.” Dr. Scranton used minimally invasive surgery to repair Sophie’s torn ACL. “Minimally invasive techniques not only mean the surgery is done in about an hour as an outpatient,” he explains, “but recovery and rehabilitation become a bit easier, as well.” But not all minimally invasive surgeries are the same. “There are at least 20 different techniques,” Dr. Scranton adds, “and it’s important that the surgeons select the correct technique for each individual patient’s needs. We have really exceptional surgeons at Evergreen who provide superior sports medicine care.” SPORTS-SPECIFIC REHAB The second key member of Sophie’s team was physical therapist Andy Dujenski from Evergreen Rehabilitation Services. “We started Sophie with a basic rehabilitation program to get things moving again soon after surgery,” he explains. “Then we transitioned her to sports-specific rehab – a program uniquely

Woodinville tailored to Sophie’s desire to return to the soccer field.” Dujenski plays soccer, which gave him insight into some of the therapies she’d need to get back on the field.

As experts in human movement, Dujenski and the entire rehabilitation staff are able to break down the stages of any activity, whether it’s football, skiing, hiking or even gardening, and design a rehabilitation program specific to that activity. “A person’s activity, whatever it is, is important to them,” he says, “and we take it very seriously in working with them to get back to that.” Sophie came to outpatient rehab two or three times a week at first, finally tapering off to a home program designed to not only get her back on the field, but to help prevent any problems down the road. A SUCCESSFUL PARTNERSHIP Thanks to Evergreen’s surgical and Andy Dujenski, DPT and rehabilitation expertise, and Sophie’s Pierce Scranton, MD hard work, she was back on the soccer field just seven months after her injury. “I’m back playing soccer just like before – no restrictions, no hindrances,” she says, smiling. “This injury could really have put an end to my dream if I hadn’t found such great folks to take care of me.” For more information, visit www.evergreenhospital.org/ortho or www.evergreenhospital.org/rehab, or call the Evergreen Healthline at 425.899.3000.

Orthopedic services

P U L M O N A RY R E H A B I L I TAT I O N

Ranked #3 in Washington state for overall pulmonary care and recognized with the Pulmonary Care Excellence Award. ~ HealthGrades 2011 Hospital Quality in America Study

shortness of breath and diminishing quality of life.

Sophie Borthen

Jayne Wilcox

Kirkland

Fortunately for Wilcox, treatment was available close to home at Evergreen’s award-winning Pulmonary Care Center.

Woodinville tailored to Sophie’s desire to return to the soccer field.” Dujenski plays soccer, which gave him insight into some of the therapies she’d need to get back on the field.

E V E R G R E E N H E A LT H C A R E F O U N DAT I O N

Record-Setting Gala Kicks Off Cancer Center Campaign

The Elling & Barbara Halvorson Cancer Center

Our 10th annual Evergreen Gala set a fundraising record – $1.16 million was raised to support the creation of the Elling & Barbara Halvorson Cancer Center at Evergreen. This new cancer center will both expand and consolidate Evergreen Hospital Medical Center’s well-regarded cancer services, allowing Evergreen to acquire the best equipment, expand access, and bring all facets of a patient’s cancer treatment together in one patient-centered location. During the Fund-a-Need portion of the event, $411,000 was raised to purchase tomosynthesis – the breakthrough 3-dimensional breast cancer detection technology. (See page 4 for more on tomosynthesis.) More than 650 business and community leaders, physicians and patrons of Evergreen Healthcare came together on April 30 for an incredible “Evening in Paris” under the stars at Marymoor Park in an impressive 35,000-square-foot freestanding tent, complete with the Eiffel Tower and a Parisian café setting.

The Gene & Irene Wockner Hospice Center: 20 Years of Caring “I cannot imagine how any family could manage without the caring and professional help given by hospice. Thank you, and God bless you all.”

The Evergreen community thanks Elling and Barbara Halvorson, seen here with Evergreen CEO Bob Malte, for their generous leadership gift toward the cancer center that will bear their name. Watch future issues of Evergreen Monitor for information about the cancer center.

Spirit of Giving Award Honors Jacob and Janet Green In recognition of their involvement in the community, Jacob and Janet Green are recipients of Evergreen’s 2011 Spirit of Giving Award. Jacob Green is best known as the Seattle Seahawks All-Pro defensive end during the 1980s. Since his retirement, Jacob and Janet have worked tirelessly to support a number of charitable organizations, including Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the American Heart Association, Boys & Girls Clubs and United Cerebral Palsy. Over the past 24 years, his signature Jacob Green Charity Golf Classic has raised a total of $2.6 million to support research and patient care at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.

Representatives of Wells Fargo, Gala Presenting Sponsor

Those words and similar sentiments have been heard time and time again from families who’ve said good-bye to a loved one with the help of Evergreen Hospice Services. In the 20 years since the hospice center opened, more than 24,500 families in King and Snohomish counties have leaned on Evergreen Hospice to get through one of life’s most difficult tasks. Evergreen provides hospice care right in the patient’s home, where they can be in familiar surroundings with their family, friends, pets and comfortable routine. The hospice team makes this possible by providing expert pain and symptom management, as well as emotional and spiritual support – all tailored to the patient’s and family’s needs and wishes. And our wonderful volunteers are available to help with errands and household chores, and provide companionship to the patient.

Wells Fargo

DIAMOND

PLATINUM Denali Advanced Integration Evergreen Hospital Medical Staff

Al and Donna DeYoung

Evergreen Surgical Center

Stella DeYoung and Family

First Choice Health Livengood, Fitzgerald & Alskog, PLLC Merchants Credit Association SonoSite, Inc.

GOLD CollinsWoerman Copiers Northwest Elling and Barbara Halvorson Evergreen Emergency Services Orthopedics International Radia Inc., PS Rural/Metro Ambulance Seattle Cancer Care Alliance UnitedHealthcare

Thursday, Nov. 17, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Lynnwood Convention Center $45/person; $450/table of 10

How You Can Support Hospice and Palliative Care Evergreen’s Hospice and Palliative Care programs rely on your generosity to provide these valuable services to our community. You can show your support by joining us for the Third Annual Seasons of Hope Luncheon, which benefits both programs.

Camilla Rockwell Keynote Speaker

Allen Schauffler KING 5 News

This year’s luncheon looks at the impact of the arts and music on hospice care, and we’re excited to welcome keynote speaker Camilla Rockwell. A hospice volunteer and a film producer, Ms. Rockwell will speak about her film Holding Our Own: Embracing the End of Life, which celebrates the power that art has in dealing with the sometimes difficult issues surrounding death and dying. KING 5 News anchor Allen Schauffler will be our emcee for the luncheon, which will include the presentation of our first ever Founders Award. This year’s award will recognize three individuals instrumental in the creation of the Gene & Irene Wockner Hospice Center.

The Gene & Irene Wockner Hospice Center, located adjacent to Evergreen Hospital, is the area’s only freestanding hospice center. Its 15 beds house patients needing acute symptom management before returning home.

You can reserve your seat online at www.evergreenhospitalfoundation.org (click on “Special Events,” then “Seasons of Hope”) or by calling 425.899.1900.

For more information on Evergreen Hospice Services, call 425.899.1040 or visit www.evergreenhospital.org/hospice.

For more information about the luncheon, contact Christie Elliott at the Evergreen Healthcare Foundation at 425.899.1906 or caelliott@evergreenhealthcare.org.

Thank you to our 2011 major sponsors: PRESENTING SPONSOR

EVERGREEN HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION

What Hospice Care Means to the Community

BEST SEATS IN THE HOUSE Jay Cooley – Renton Collections, Inc Majdi and Dana Daher

We could write a thousand words about the compassionate care provided by Evergreen Hospice, but the true impact of hospice care is best described in the words of the families we have served: We never imagined the death of a loved one could possibly occur in such a proper fashion – with constant caring, relief of pain and family members at the bedside. Thank you for transforming a very difficult time to one full of peace and satisfaction.”

My mother’s nurse was always ahead of the curve in the care that she provided. Evergreen Hospice was the one bright spot in an otherwise sad situation.”

The best part is knowing that there are people available around the clock for anything that comes up. They came in a flash and eased my mom’s suffering. Thank you.”

Equipment appeared and disappeared like magic. Thank you for everything you do.”

There was no end to the help, kindness and respect they gave to my husband and to myself and our family. God bless you all.”

The hospice staff took time to listen, to ask questions and to provide answers to any concerns we had. They all made a sad occurrence very peaceful and easier to cope with. We could not thank them enough.”

E V E R G R E E N H E A LT H C A R E F O U N DAT I O N

Record-Setting Gala Kicks Off Cancer Center Campaign

The Elling & Barbara Halvorson Cancer Center

Representatives of Wells Fargo, Gala Presenting Sponsor

Wells Fargo

DIAMOND

PLATINUM Denali Advanced Integration Evergreen Hospital Medical Staff

Al and Donna DeYoung

Evergreen Surgical Center

Stella DeYoung and Family

First Choice Health Livengood, Fitzgerald & Alskog, PLLC Merchants Credit Association SonoSite, Inc.

Thursday, Nov. 17, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Lynnwood Convention Center $45/person; $450/table of 10

Camilla Rockwell Keynote Speaker

Allen Schauffler KING 5 News

You can reserve your seat online at www.evergreenhospitalfoundation.org (click on “Special Events,” then “Seasons of Hope”) or by calling 425.899.1900.

For more information on Evergreen Hospice Services, call 425.899.1040 or visit www.evergreenhospital.org/hospice.

For more information about the luncheon, contact Christie Elliott at the Evergreen Healthcare Foundation at 425.899.1906 or caelliott@evergreenhealthcare.org.

Thank you to our 2011 major sponsors: PRESENTING SPONSOR

EVERGREEN HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION

What Hospice Care Means to the Community

BEST SEATS IN THE HOUSE Jay Cooley – Renton Collections, Inc Majdi and Dana Daher

My mother’s nurse was always ahead of the curve in the care that she provided. Evergreen Hospice was the one bright spot in an otherwise sad situation.”

The best part is knowing that there are people available around the clock for anything that comes up. They came in a flash and eased my mom’s suffering. Thank you.”

Equipment appeared and disappeared like magic. Thank you for everything you do.”

There was no end to the help, kindness and respect they gave to my husband and to myself and our family. God bless you all.”

U P DAT E S F R O M E V E R G R E E N H O S P I TA L

Evergreen Recognized for Patient Experience, Maternity Care, Gynecological Surgery More recognition for Evergreen from HealthGrades, the country’s leading independent health care ratings organization. Evergreen was the only hospital in the Puget Sound area to receive the 2011 Outstanding Patient Experience Award™. It also received the 2011 Maternity Care Excellence Award™ for the second consecutive year. The accolades recognize hospitals performing in the top 10 percent in the nation for overall patient satisfaction and superior maternity care. Evergreen also achieved designation as a 5-Star rated medical center in gynecologic surgery, and 5-Star rated in maternity care for the

Evergreen Physicians Recognized as “Top Docs” We have hundreds of top doctors at Evergreen, and some of them have been selected by readers of local magazines as best in their field. Congratulations, all!

eighth consecutive year. Evergreen is the only King County hospital to receive both the Maternity Care Excellence Award and a 5-Star rating in gynecologic surgery.

SEATTLE MAGAZINE

To be considered for HealthGrades’ designations of excellence, Evergreen met minimum thresholds in terms of patient volumes, quality ratings, and the range of clinical services provided within qualified specialties. “Earning positive feedback from our patients is one of the highest honors we receive as health care providers,” says Evergreen Healthcare CEO Bob Malte. “Our teams are extraordinarily dedicated to providing an unmatched patient experience and we share this award with staff and physicians across the organization.” Earlier this year, Evergreen was ranked among the top 5 percent of hospitals nationwide and received the HealthGrades 2011 Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence™. To learn more about Evergreen’s other HealthGrades recognition, visit www.evergreenhospital.org/healthgrades.

2011 Nursing Excellence Awards

Blue Distinction Center for Spine Surgery, Knee and Hip Replacement ®

Evergreen Hospital Medical Center is proud to be recognized as a Blue Distinction Center® for Spine Surgery and for Knee and Hip Replacement. Blue Distinction® is a national designation awarded by Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies to medical facilities that have demonstrated expertise in delivering quality health care in specialty areas.

Congratulations to our winners. Front row, from left: Linda Surace (Surgery), Joyce Avery (Home Health), Suzanne Knaus (Hospice), Katayoon (Kathy) Ansari (Ortho, Spine & Neuro), Jeri Lee (Progressive Care Unit), Marta Grapensteter (CCU), Mary Grobman (Breast Center) and Heather Yang (Ortho, Spine & Neuro). Back row, from left: CEO Bob Malte, Senior VP/Chief Medical Officer Dr. Jeff Tomlin, VP/Chief Nursing Officer Cheryl Nail and Senior VP/Chief Operating Officer Neil Johnson. Not pictured are: Cheryl Patterson (Evergreen Healthline), Valerie Clayton (NICU) and Joanna Minetti (ED).

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To earn this designation, Evergreen was evaluated based on objective, evidence-based selection criteria established with input from expert physicians and medical organizations. The goal of Blue Distinction is to identify medical facilities that deliver better overall quality and medical outcomes for areas of specialty care, helping patients and doctors to make more informed hospital choices. For more information, visit: www.bcbs.com/innovations/bluedistinction/.

Kathryn Arendt, MD Rick Badura, MD Mary Brumfiel, MD Paul Buehrens, MD Maura Cardwell, MD Joseph Chebli, MD Stephen Chentow , MD Maria Chong, MD Roberta DeRegt, MD Gavin Dry, MD Sally Esser, MD Sandra Ewaskow, MD Robert Haynes, MD Michael Hunter, MD Hongxiu Ji, MD

Janet Kennedy, MD Bart Keogh, MD Barry Lawson, MD Robert Michaelson, MD Eric Pinczower, MD Derek Rodrigues, MD James Schneider, MD Peter Sefton, MD Jeffrey Stolz, MD Mark Vossler, MD Martin Walker, MD Peter Wall, MD Josephine Wang, MD Mitchell Weinberg, MD Michael Weiss, MD Harry Yu, MD

Seattle Metropolitan Magazine Ronald Abrams, MD Theodore R. Brown, MD Howard Colson, MD Stephen R. Cuplin, MD Eric J. Demers, MD Wayne L. Hill, MD Larisa A. Kaukonen, MD Terry J. Mengert, MD Rolf Olsoy, MD Terrence A. Pheifer, MD Sunil K. Saluja, MD Dyan M. Simon, MD Jeffrey J. Tomlin, MD Dean C. Walund, MD

$100,000 Grant to Increase Access to Evergreen’s Palliative Care Program More people in our communities will have access to Evergreen’s unique Palliative Care program, thanks to a $100,000 grant from The Regence Foundation, the corporate foundation of Regence BlueShield. Palliative care focuses on improving the quality of life for patients facing a chronic or life-threatening illness by aggressively managing symptoms, setting treatment goals, providing support to patients and families, and planning for end-of-life care. Unlike hospice care, palliative care can be provided at any time during a person’s illness. While some healthcare organizations deliver palliative care in a hospital setting, Evergreen’s unique focus provides consultation and counseling services in the patient’s home, including skilled-nursing facilities. Currently, Evergreen’s program has a partnership with

Life Care Center of Kirkland. The Regence Foundation grant will enable the additional staffing needed to broaden the relationship with Life Care Center and develop relationships with other skilled nursing facilities in the communities that Evergreen serves. The grant is part of The Regence Foundation’s Sojourns grantmaking program to promote hospital and community-based palliative care services. See the Seasons of Hope story on page 9 for information on how you can help the Palliative Care program reach even more people. For more information about Evergreen’s palliative care services, visit www.evergreenhospital.org/palliative or call 425.899.3224. For more information about The Regence Foundation, visit www.regencefoundation.org.

Specialty Care at the Evergreen Medical Center – Redmond Do you want more convenient access to specialty care? The Evergreen Medical Center in Redmond is home to several specialty care practices, and is conveniently located in the Bella Bottega shopping center. Please call the number listed for each practice to schedule your Redmond appointment.

Woodinville Dermatology

425.485.7985

Evergreen Women’s Health Center

425.285.0060

Evergreen Orthopedic Clinic

425.823.4000

Orthopedics International

1.877.277.8641

Advanced Foot & Ankle Clinic

425.822.7426

Northwest Podiatry

305.323.2882

Additional specialists will be added. The updated listing is available at: www.evergreenhospital.org/redmond_specialty_care.

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eighth consecutive year. Evergreen is the only King County hospital to receive both the Maternity Care Excellence Award and a 5-Star rating in gynecologic surgery.

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2011 Nursing Excellence Awards

Blue Distinction Center for Spine Surgery, Knee and Hip Replacement ®

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Woodinville Dermatology

425.485.7985

Evergreen Women’s Health Center

425.285.0060

Evergreen Orthopedic Clinic

425.823.4000

Orthopedics International

1.877.277.8641

Advanced Foot & Ankle Clinic

425.822.7426

Northwest Podiatry

305.323.2882

Additional specialists will be added. The updated listing is available at: www.evergreenhospital.org/redmond_specialty_care.

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Keeping You Safer in the Hospital Nothing matters more to us than your care, comfort and well-being. That’s why Evergreen now uses CPOE to ensure your hospital stay is even safer.

• Bedside medication barcoding is a final check that matches the patient’s barcode and electronic medical record with the medication’s barcode.

CPOE stands for Computerized Physician Order Entry. That means instead of handwriting patient care orders on paper forms, Evergreen physicians and nurses now enter orders directly into your computerized medical record. This provides numerous safeguards, as well as many improvements in overall efficiencies, such as:

• The “Time Out” program is a final check prior to each surgery to ensure the right patient is getting the right surgery on the right part of the body.

• Entering orders electronically is intended to ensure that patients get exactly what the doctor orders, every time. • Because electronic orders are filed instantly, tests will take place quicker and medications will be delivered faster. • Physicians and nurses will be able to check patient orders and patient medication history at any time, from any computer. In addition to CPOE, these other innovations are helping us prevent errors and keep you safe: • Our robotic pharmacy uses barcode technology to dispense the correct medication to the correct patient.

• Our HemoSafe blood storage refrigerator uses patient barcoding to limit access to only the correct blood match.

You can help us protect your health by: • Knowing your medications, and making sure those are entered into your patient record. • Asking your physician or nurse what medication you are receiving. • Making sure the physician or nurse scans your wrist¬band and asks your name before giving you medicine. • Speaking up if you think you are about to get the wrong medicine. • Asking for help immediately if you don’t feel well, or think you might be having a reaction, after receiving a medicine. • Washing your hands. Hand hygiene is key to good health. If you’ll remind us when we forget to wash, we’ll remind you!

At the center of this initiative is the HemoSafe blood storage refrigerator, which is stocked with 150 available units of blood on-site at Evergreen.

When blood is needed, the patient’s information is input using barcode technology, and the automated technology dispenses the correct component.

People needing lab work can now have it done in a spacious new center at Evergreen Hospital. PACLAB has consolidated its two smaller Patient Service Centers on the Evergreen campus into an expanded facility located in Coral suite 520. The larger, more comfortable waiting room includes a children’s play area, Wi-Fi access and a big screen TV. The six private blood-draw rooms mean faster service, and the new design also provides a relaxing environment for

obstetric patients who need extended glucose tolerance testing. The new PACLAB Patient Service Center is open Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Saturday 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and can be reached at 425.899.2736. Other Patient Services Centers are located in Canyon Park, Redmond and Woodinville. Visit www.evergreenhospital.org/lab for hours and directions.

For your convenience, you may register and pay for classes 24/7 online at www.evergreenhospital.org/classes. You may also call the Evergreen 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 be given for cancellations two business days prior to the class. Let us know if you need special accommodations to participate.

PARENTING & RELATIONSHIPS

Emergency & Safety Education

Wellness & Healthy Living

Parenting with Love & Logic Learn techniques and skills for interacting effectively with your children. Three-week series begins Sept. 27, 7-9 p.m., $50.

Babysitting Basics For ages 11 to 16. Oct. 15, Nov. 12, Dec. 10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., $40.

THE WEB-SAVVY PATIENT How do you know what health information to trust on the Internet? Andrew Schorr, author of The Web-Savvy Patient, shares his insider’s tips. Oct. 27, 7-8 p.m., free.

Parenting with Love and Logic: Tips and Tools Great refresher class, or an introduction to the Love and Logic principles. Dec. 6, 7-9 p.m., $25.

FATHERS, FATHERING AND BEING FATHERED Use your values to help your children create boundaries, grow, reinforce their critical thinking skills and create their own values. Oct. 19, 7-9 p.m., $10.

Because the HemoSafe is on-site, staff can access blood immediately instead of having to wait for it to be transported.

PacLab Opens New Patient Service Center at Evergreen Hospital

Puberty Prep for Parents of Girls Prepare for your daughter’s changing mind and body, first period and having the birds and the bees talk. Sept. 28, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $30. Includes The Dot Girl First Period Kit.

HemoSafe Dispenses Blood Quickly and Safely The Evergreen Hospital Laboratory has partnered with the Puget Sound Blood Center to ensure patients requiring transfusions are getting the blood they need safely and quickly.

CLASSES

DEALING WITH Difficult People Learn strategies to maintain your comfort with challenging people. Two-part class begins Nov. 1, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $20.

Evergreen Lab Receives National Accreditation Evergreen Laboratory Services has achieved accreditation from the College of American Pathologists. The accreditation is based on the results of a recent on-site inspection that reviewed all facets of the laboratory, from its equipment, facilities, safety record and staff qualifications to the lab’s overall

DEALING WITH ANGER Discover more effective ways to explore your feelings and make your responses a choice rather than a reaction. Three-part class begins Oct. 11, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $30.

Infant and Child CPR Participants receive a CPR card valid for two years. Oct. 8, Nov. 12, Dec. 10, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., or Sept. 20, Oct. 18, Nov. 22, Dec. 13, 6-9:30 p.m., $40. $15 discount if also enrolled in Babysitting Basics. Community CPR Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 22, Nov. 19, Dec. 10, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., $40. Community First Aid Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 22, Nov. 19, Dec. 10, 1-5 p.m., $40. Community CPR & First Aid Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 22, Nov. 19, Dec. 10, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., $75. Health Care Provider CPR Oct. 4, Nov. 1 Dec. 6, 6-9:30 p.m., or Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 19, Dec. 17, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., $60. Advanced Cardiac Life Support For health care providers. Two-part class begins Oct. 13, Nov. 10, 4-10 p.m., $245; includes textbook. Pediatric Advanced Life Support For health care providers. Two-part class begins Dec. 8, 4-10 p.m., $245; includes textbook.

BOUNCE BACK AND BOUNCE BEYOND Learn hypnosis and guided meditation to help you reduce stress and build resilience. Oct. 18, 7-9 p.m., $10 plus $15 materials fee. MANAGING FEAR IN A CHANGING WORLD Use guided meditation, art processing and dialogue to release fear and gain confidence in the face of health and life changes. Two-week class begins Nov. 9, 7-9 p.m., $30.

EMOTION STRESS AND MEDITATION Learn how our feelings can influence mind-body stress, relaxation, energy and vitality. Meditation CD included. Oct. 4, 7-8:30 p.m., $5. NICOTINE SOLUTIONS Discover proven techniques to help you quit smoking. Sept. 21, 10-11 a.m., 6-7 p.m., free. RESTFUL SLEEP WITH THE SOUNDER SLEEP SYSTEM® Learn to shift to a physical and mental quiet for ideal sleep. Fourweek session begins Sept. 21, 7-8:30 p.m., $55. Eat Well, Play MORE: Eat More Meals Together Studies show families that eat dinner together eat healthier. We’ll highlight nutrient-rich, great-tasting fall vegetables and healthy recipes. Oct. 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $10.

TURN INTENTION INTO ACTION Practice mindfulness-based methods to stop fighting yourself and live the healthy habits you choose. Two-week class begins Oct. 13, 7-9 p.m., $25.

Healthy Eaters through healthy lunches Make healthy foods more appealing so your kids will be less tempted by junk food. Recipes and samples. Sept. 27, 6:30-8 p.m., $10.

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION FOR STRESS REDUCTION Explore a variety of mindfulness practices. Four-week sessions begin Sept. 26 and Oct. 24, 6:308:30 p.m., $115/session. Includes a retreat Oct. 22, 10 a.m-3 p.m.

Energy Boosters – Need a Boost? Learn how to manage your energy bank and refill it with nutrition, exercise and sleep to give you the extra energy boost you need. Oct. 25, 6:30-8 p.m., $10.

MINDFUL WALKING MEDITATION Develop sensory awareness and physical and spiritual harmony by focusing on proper breathing and correct body movements. Two-part class begins Sept. 19, 5:30-6:45 p.m., $25.

GOODBYE GERMS! Tips from our infection experts to avoid getting sick and help your family prevent the spread of germs. Sept. 29, 6:30-8 p.m., free. PREPARING FOR MENOPAUSE Learn successful strategies and treatment options to manage symptoms. Nov. 1, 7-8:30 p.m., $10.

management and quality control over the past two years. For more detailed information on each class, visit www.evergreenhospital.org/classes. Register online, or call the Evergreen Healthline at 425.899.3000 • Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

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Keeping You Safer in the Hospital Nothing matters more to us than your care, comfort and well-being. That’s why Evergreen now uses CPOE to ensure your hospital stay is even safer.

• Bedside medication barcoding is a final check that matches the patient’s barcode and electronic medical record with the medication’s barcode.

• The “Time Out” program is a final check prior to each surgery to ensure the right patient is getting the right surgery on the right part of the body.

• Our HemoSafe blood storage refrigerator uses patient barcoding to limit access to only the correct blood match.

At the center of this initiative is the HemoSafe blood storage refrigerator, which is stocked with 150 available units of blood on-site at Evergreen.

When blood is needed, the patient’s information is input using barcode technology, and the automated technology dispenses the correct component.

For your convenience, you may register and pay for classes 24/7 online at www.evergreenhospital.org/classes. You may also call the Evergreen Healthline at 425.899.3000, Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-7 p.m.

PARENTING & RELATIONSHIPS

Emergency & Safety Education

Wellness & Healthy Living

Parenting with Love & Logic Learn techniques and skills for interacting effectively with your children. Three-week series begins Sept. 27, 7-9 p.m., $50.

Babysitting Basics For ages 11 to 16. Oct. 15, Nov. 12, Dec. 10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., $40.

THE WEB-SAVVY PATIENT How do you know what health information to trust on the Internet? Andrew Schorr, author of The Web-Savvy Patient, shares his insider’s tips. Oct. 27, 7-8 p.m., free.

Parenting with Love and Logic: Tips and Tools Great refresher class, or an introduction to the Love and Logic principles. Dec. 6, 7-9 p.m., $25.

FATHERS, FATHERING AND BEING FATHERED Use your values to help your children create boundaries, grow, reinforce their critical thinking skills and create their own values. Oct. 19, 7-9 p.m., $10.

Because the HemoSafe is on-site, staff can access blood immediately instead of having to wait for it to be transported.

PacLab Opens New Patient Service Center at Evergreen Hospital

CLASSES

DEALING WITH Difficult People Learn strategies to maintain your comfort with challenging people. Two-part class begins Nov. 1, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $20.

DEALING WITH ANGER Discover more effective ways to explore your feelings and make your responses a choice rather than a reaction. Three-part class begins Oct. 11, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $30.

TURN INTENTION INTO ACTION Practice mindfulness-based methods to stop fighting yourself and live the healthy habits you choose. Two-week class begins Oct. 13, 7-9 p.m., $25.

Healthy Eaters through healthy lunches Make healthy foods more appealing so your kids will be less tempted by junk food. Recipes and samples. Sept. 27, 6:30-8 p.m., $10.

Energy Boosters – Need a Boost? Learn how to manage your energy bank and refill it with nutrition, exercise and sleep to give you the extra energy boost you need. Oct. 25, 6:30-8 p.m., $10.

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HEALING EXERCISES WITH QIGONG Use mindful movements and meditations to help heal and rejuvenate your body, mind and spirit. Two-week class begins Nov. 10, 7-9 p.m., $25.

Managing Your Blood Pressure Learn strategies to reduce high blood pressure. Nov. 21, 6:30-8 p.m., free. HYPNOSIS FOR WEIGHT LOSS Learn how hypnosis can encourage healthy behaviors that lead to weight loss. Sept. 20, Nov. 8, 7-9 p.m., $10, plus $15 materials fee to instructor. ORGANIZING FOR AGING Tips to organize a home free from unnecessary threats so seniors can live at home and stay active and socially engaged in their community. Sept. 26, 7-8:30 p.m., $15. HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE: MYTHS, FACTS AND COMPASSION Learn when to use and how to access these services before you need them. Oct. 6, 7-8:30 p.m., free.

Exercise & Fitness Create a Healthy Family Activities to get your family in shape while instilling good habits in your children. Nov. 15, 7-8:30 p.m., free.

YOGA: STRENGTHEN YOUR PRACTICE Six-week sessions begin Sept. 20, Nov. 1, 7-8:30 p.m., $65.

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SENIOR HEALTH CLASSES Shoulder Pain and Your Rotator Cuff Learn how to protect your rotator cuff from damage and care for it when pain is limiting your activity. New, minimally invasive treatment options will also be discussed. Sept. 29, 6:30-8 p.m., free. Considering Knee or Hip Replacement? Our orthopedic surgeons detail Evergreen’s comprehensive joint replacement program. Oct. 27, 6:30-8:30 p.m., free.

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The Cutting Edge in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Get the most up-to-date information from a regional leader in minimally invasive spine techniques. Dec. 1, 6:30-8:30 p.m., free.

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Evergreen also offers classes and health screenings for seniors at convenient community locations. Visit www.evergreenhospital.org/ horizons for class schedules and locations. To receive the free quarterly Evergreen Horizons newsletter, call 425.899.1858 or email Horizons@evergreenhealthcare.org

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MINIMALLY INVASIVE OPTIONS for Knee and Shoulder Review of injury prevention for knee and shoulder – rotator cuff, labral, meniscus and ACL tears. Minimally invasive surgical options will be discussed. Nov. 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m., free.

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Do Breast Self-Exams Work? An informative evening about breast self-exam and the newest mammogram technology. Dessert and coffee provided. Oct. 5, 6:30-8 p.m., free.

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Weight-Loss Surgery: Is it Right for You? Experts from the Evergreen Bariatric Center will discuss surgical options, lifestyle changes, financial information and followup care. Oct. 5, 17, Nov. 2, 21, Dec. 7, 19, 6-8:30 p.m., free.

BEGINNING YOGA Six-week sessions begin Sept. 20, Nov. 1, 5:30-6:45 p.m., $65.

September

Doctors Appointments to Make Our primary care expert details the medical appointments and tests that are most important to your health through each decade of your life. Nov. 14, 7-8:30 p.m., free.

BALANCE, POSTURE AND WELL-BEING Using qigong and martial arts techniques, learn to create better balance and posture. Nov. 2, 7-8:15 p.m., $10.

BONES, JOINTS AND YOU Improve and protect your bone and joint health with gentle movement and meditation. For menopausal or postmenopausal women. Two-week class begins Nov. 10, 5:30-6:45 p.m., $25.

Parkinson’s Quarterly Education Series Updates in Parkinson’s Research, Dec. 2, 1-3:30 p.m., free. Parkinson’s Telehealth Interactive talks to help patients and families improve their knowledge of Parkinson’s disease. Oct. 10, Nov. 14, Dec. 12, 2-3:30 p.m., free.

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Transcending Grief How to cope with the changes and loss that MS brings. Three-day series begins Oct. 25, 12 -2 p.m. or Nov. 28, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $15.

Mighty Maestro Singers Joyful singing, open to patients, their caregivers, family and friends. Oct. 7, 21, Nov. 4, 18, Dec. 2, 16, 10-11 a.m., free.

Social Security Disability Insurance Workshop This workshop for MS patients will explain the process of filing for SSDI. Sept. 24, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., free.

Music Therapy for Health & Wellness Music therapy techniques will be used to help patients reach their goals for memory retention, attention, focus and wellness. Six-session series begins Oct. 10, 10-11 a.m., $60.

Companions on a Journey Explores the challenges MS brings to relationships and provides tools to help enhance intimacy. Six-week series begins Oct. 5, 6:45-8:30 p.m., $30. THERAPEUTIC YOGA FOR MS Develops mind-body awareness and balance, and calms the nervous system. Six-week series begins Oct. 25, 9:30-10:45 a.m., $30. THERAPEUTIC YOGA FOR MS WORKSHOP This one-day workshop is accessible for all levels and capacity. Oct 1, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., $20. LIVING WELL AFTER STROKE Information and support for stroke survivors and their care partners. Oct. 4, Nov. 1, Dec. 6, 2-3 p.m., free. Communication Group Improve your communication skills. Oct. 13, 27, Nov. 10, Dec. 8, 22, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., $5.

Dance For Parkinson’s Stretch and strengthen muscles, focusing on balance and rhythm through many styles of dance. Eight-week session begins Oct. 8, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., free.

Neurological Exercise Group Gentle stretch and strength exercises. Four-week sessions begin Sept. 22, Oct. 18, 20, Nov. 15, 17, Dec. 13, 15, 1-1:50 p.m., $20.

Men’s Group: PArkinson’s Disease How to cope and to thrive in spite of your limitations. Oct. 11, Nov. 8, Dec. 13, 3-4 p.m., free.

From-the-Ground-Up Strength and Flexibility Includes elements of yoga, tai chi, dumbbell exercise and exercise bands. Four-week sessions begin Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 14, Dec. 12, 2-3 p.m., $20.

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Women’s Group Share ideas, experiences and support with other women facing similar challenges. Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec. 15, 3-4 p.m., free.

Empowered Living Wellness Series A life coach teaches stress management techniques, activities and skills for everyday living. Significant others are welcome. Six- week series begins Nov. 1, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., $30/person.

Disease Management FIVE Wishes Explore ways to direct your treatment should you become too ill to speak for yourself. The Five Wishes® booklet is recognized as a legal Living Will in most states. Dec. 1, 6:30-8 p.m., free. Living Well with Diabetes Learn small, steady changes to better manage your diabetes, how sleep and stress affect your body, and the importance of a healthy heart. Nov. 3, 6:30-9 p.m., free. WHAT’S ON THE MENU: Diabetes Class Explore cuisine from around the world as you learn how to pick the best restaurant options and prepare quick and healthful meals at home. Oct. 25, 6-7:30 p.m., $10. 7 Habits of Successful Diabetes Management Tools to break habits and change behavior. Oct. 4, 6-7:30 p.m., $10. Success with Heart Failure Heart Failure Basics (Nov. 1). Having Fun with Low-Sodium Cooking (Nov. 8). 1-2:30 p.m., $5/class.

Healthier Heart Failure Enjoy a heart-healthy lunch with author Joe Piscatella learning about stress reduction, exercising effectively and keeping a positive attitude. Oct. 13, 12-3 p.m., $10.

Hypnobirthing Use guided imagery, visualization and patterned breathing for a safe and satisfying birth. Five-week series, $135/couple, plus $25 materials fee due at class.

CANCER LIFELINE AT EVERGREEN Evergreen and Cancer Lifeline are partnering to offer classes and support groups for cancer patients and their families. Visit www.cancerlifeline.org or call 206.297.2500.

Fit4Baby Program A total-body interval workout adjusted to the pregnancy phases of the attendees. Six-week session, $90.

Grief & Bereavement Pre-registration is required for all programs; call 425.899.1077. BEREAVEMENT SERIES For those who have lost a loved one through death. Six-week series begins Nov. 8, 12:30-2:30 p.m. or 7-9 p.m. Suggested donation is $30. SUDDEN & TRAUMATIC LOSS For those grieving a death by suicide, homicide or accident. Call for next six-week series. Suggested donation is $30. Supporting Our Children Assists the grieving parent in dealing with the struggles facing a grieving child (ages 6 to 12). Call for dates. Donations accepted.

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION For class dates and times or to register for classes, go to www. evergreenhospital.org/childbirth or call the Evergreen Healthline at 425.899.3000. Register early during your pregnancy, as classes fill quickly. Maternity Center Tour A free 20-minute tour. Also offered in Spanish. Labor & Birth Basics This core series for first-time parents covers labor and birth, pain management, cesarean birth and postpartum care. Includes a tour. Also offered for teens and for multiples. $120/couple. LABOR COPING SKILLS Extensive two-hour review of labor coping skills for experienced parents. $35/couple.

Healthy Eating During Pregnancy and Beyond Improve your diet with practical tips on shopping, dining out, healthy snacking and more. $15. Yoga for Pregnancy Strengthen childbearing muscles, increase flexibility during pregnancy, and learn deep relaxation for lifelong health. Locations and prices vary. Pelvic Health Class Learn how to minimize pain during pregnancy and birth, and optimize healing. $20. Siblings Class A fun tour of the Family Maternity Center for children ages 2 to 12. Parents attend with children. $5. Dads Only Expectant fathers meet to discuss fatherhood, labor and birth, experiences and expectations. $25. Conscious Fathering Learn about your baby’s needs and how to contribute to the all-important “father effect.” $40.

BABY CARE & SAFETY Day About Baby Learn about diapering, bathing, soothing, infant carriers and more. $75/couple. Infant Feeding and Pumping Information about breastfeeding, breast pumps and milk storage. $35/couple.

Car Seat Safety How to select a car seat specific to your needs. $10/couple. Car Seat Inspection Have your car seat checked by a certified safety technician. Free. Bringing Baby Home Workshop Expectant couples learn how to avoid marital meltdown and cope with the normal stressors of becoming parents. Two-day workshop, $150/couple. Happiest Baby on the Block Learn how to soothe even the fussiest baby in minutes. $60; includes CD and DVD. HOP TO SIGNAROO® BABY SIGN LANGUAGE Use American Sign Language to communicate with your baby. Details at www.hoptosignaroo. com. Four-week series, $128/both parents or for one parent and one grandparent, plus $19 supply fee payable at first class. Parent-Baby Classes Weekly discussions of age-specific baby topics and support from other new parents. Visit www.evergreenhospital.org/parentbaby for schedule. For ages 0-15 months. 3-month sessions; class for babies 0-3 months is free; $77 for other ages. This Is Not What I Expected Support for new parents experiencing symptoms of postpartum distress. Free. For more information, call 425.899.3602. Starting Solid Foods Practical and research-based information on the healthy feeding of solid foods for babies 4 to 12 months old. $25. Breastfeeding Your Older Baby & Child Education and support for moms continuing to breastfeed beyond the first six months. $10.

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HEALING EXERCISES WITH QIGONG Use mindful movements and meditations to help heal and rejuvenate your body, mind and spirit. Two-week class begins Nov. 10, 7-9 p.m., $25.

Exercise & Fitness Create a Healthy Family Activities to get your family in shape while instilling good habits in your children. Nov. 15, 7-8:30 p.m., free.

YOGA: STRENGTHEN YOUR PRACTICE Six-week sessions begin Sept. 20, Nov. 1, 7-8:30 p.m., $65.

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The Cutting Edge in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Get the most up-to-date information from a regional leader in minimally invasive spine techniques. Dec. 1, 6:30-8:30 p.m., free.

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Do Breast Self-Exams Work? An informative evening about breast self-exam and the newest mammogram technology. Dessert and coffee provided. Oct. 5, 6:30-8 p.m., free.

Doc Talks

BEGINNING YOGA Six-week sessions begin Sept. 20, Nov. 1, 5:30-6:45 p.m., $65.

September

Doctors Appointments to Make Our primary care expert details the medical appointments and tests that are most important to your health through each decade of your life. Nov. 14, 7-8:30 p.m., free.

BALANCE, POSTURE AND WELL-BEING Using qigong and martial arts techniques, learn to create better balance and posture. Nov. 2, 7-8:15 p.m., $10.

BONES, JOINTS AND YOU Improve and protect your bone and joint health with gentle movement and meditation. For menopausal or postmenopausal women. Two-week class begins Nov. 10, 5:30-6:45 p.m., $25.

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Transcending Grief How to cope with the changes and loss that MS brings. Three-day series begins Oct. 25, 12 -2 p.m. or Nov. 28, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $15.

Mighty Maestro Singers Joyful singing, open to patients, their caregivers, family and friends. Oct. 7, 21, Nov. 4, 18, Dec. 2, 16, 10-11 a.m., free.

Social Security Disability Insurance Workshop This workshop for MS patients will explain the process of filing for SSDI. Sept. 24, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., free.

Dance For Parkinson’s Stretch and strengthen muscles, focusing on balance and rhythm through many styles of dance. Eight-week session begins Oct. 8, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., free.

Neurological Exercise Group Gentle stretch and strength exercises. Four-week sessions begin Sept. 22, Oct. 18, 20, Nov. 15, 17, Dec. 13, 15, 1-1:50 p.m., $20.

Men’s Group: PArkinson’s Disease How to cope and to thrive in spite of your limitations. Oct. 11, Nov. 8, Dec. 13, 3-4 p.m., free.

From-the-Ground-Up Strength and Flexibility Includes elements of yoga, tai chi, dumbbell exercise and exercise bands. Four-week sessions begin Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 14, Dec. 12, 2-3 p.m., $20.

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Women’s Group Share ideas, experiences and support with other women facing similar challenges. Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec. 15, 3-4 p.m., free.

Healthier Heart Failure Enjoy a heart-healthy lunch with author Joe Piscatella learning about stress reduction, exercising effectively and keeping a positive attitude. Oct. 13, 12-3 p.m., $10.

Hypnobirthing Use guided imagery, visualization and patterned breathing for a safe and satisfying birth. Five-week series, $135/couple, plus $25 materials fee due at class.

Fit4Baby Program A total-body interval workout adjusted to the pregnancy phases of the attendees. Six-week session, $90.

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P R I M A RY, U R G E NT & E M E R G E N C Y C A R E

Extended Hours to Serve You

Evergreen Hospital Board of Commissioners Al DeYoung, Bothell /Duvall /Woodinville Jeanette Greenfield, At Large

Life is hectic – even on a good day. That’s why Evergreen’s primary care and urgent care centers provide extended hours during the week and on the weekend to meet your family’s needs. Our Evergreen primary care centers all have Saturday hours, and most offer longer hours during the week. Our Canyon Park location is open Sundays for walk-ins. Our Evergreen urgent care centers in Redmond and Woodinville are open seven days a week to take care of illnesses and injuries that don’t require a trip to the Emergency Department, such as: • bladder infections • coughs, colds, sinus infections • earaches, fever, sore throats

• minor injuries • rashes, skin infections

When emergency care is needed, our emergency departments in Kirkland and Redmond are ready to help 24/7.

Rebecca Hirt, Kirkland/Kenmore R. August Kempf, Redmond/Sammamish Chuck Pilcher, MD, At Large You may contact the Commissioners by e-mail at Commissioners@ evergreenhealthcare.org

Evergreen Monitor is published as a community service by Evergreen Hospital. Its contents are not intended to replace professional health care. See your health care professional for information relevant to your medical history.

WE’RE HERE WHEN YOU NEED US

Editor: Gail Neubert, 425.899.1881

For office hours and directions, see our website at www.evergreenhospital.org.

Photography: Larry Gill

PRIMARY CarE Locations canyon Park 1909 214th St. SE, Suite 110 • 425.488.4988 Duvall 14720 Main St. NE, #109 • 425.788.4889 Kenmore 18208 66th Ave. NE, #200 • 425.485.6561 Redmond 8980 161st Ave. NE • 425.899.2273 Sammamish 22850 NE 8th, #103 • 425.898.0305 Woodinville 16916 140th Ave. NE • 425.481.6363

Urgent CarE Locations Redmond 8980 161st Ave. NE • 425.883.3333 • Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. seven days a week Woodinville 16916 140th Ave. NE • 425.488.2273 • Hours: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. M-F / 9 a.m.-5 p.m. S-S

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