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Game-Changing Surgery Adapting the da Vinci for gallbladder removal Page: 6
“Three months later, I was having fun at Disney World!” New advances in spine surgery Page: 8
“When it’s time to do my other knee, I’ll be back!” Another option for treating painful, arthritic knees Page: 10
EvergreenHealth recognized as a Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence— fourth year in a row Page: 14
Evergreen Healthcare is now EvergreenHealth 40 years of care and service— and we’ve only just begun Page: 4
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Spring // 2012
LETTER FROM THE CEO
With this issue of Monitor we mark the 40th anniversary of Evergreen, celebrating all this community has done to help Evergreen grow and expand as our community has grown. Over the past 40 years, Evergreen has come a very long way under the leadership of our Board of Commissioners and with the talent and dedication of our physicians, staff, volunteers and members of this community. We began as a small, general hospital in 1972, with only two floors. Today, we are still the deeply caring hospital this community created then; and we are a sophisticated medical center, using technological advances such 3D digital mammography and minimally invasive, robotic-assisted surgery to ensure that our people on the Eastside receive the best care possible. Our distinguished care and service have been recently recognized by HealthGrades, ranking us in the Top 5% of hospitals in the country for clinical excellence, and the Top 10% for our patient experience. To better reflect who we have become for you, we’ve decided this anniversary year to introduce a refreshed brand, name, and look for Evergreen that honors our 40-year tradition of exceptional clinical care and community service while more effectively reflecting what we have become and aspire to be—the hospital and medical center that aligns the technology, quality, expertise and service required to deliver breakthrough care for you. We have much to celebrate this 40th year. We invite you to join us in the celebration. Sincerely,
Spring // 2012 Nearly 16,000 surgeries are performed annually at EvergreenHealth’s hospital and ambulatory surgery centers. Some of them are life-saving; others are life-enhancing. All are life-changing. TABLE OF CONTENTS
EvergreenHealth is a leader in providing minimally invasive procedures and expertise to ensure better patient outcomes and a faster return to normal activity. Key to achieving and maintaining that leadership is our continued investment in new technologies, most recently the da Vinci robotics system for general surgery, MAKOplasty robotics for partial knee replacement, and computer-navigated systems for hip, knee and now spine surgery. In this issue of Monitor, we invite you to learn about some of the breakthrough surgical technologies and the skilled and dedicated physicians available at EvergreenHealth; to read about medical “firsts” for the region, the state and the nation; and to meet some of the people whose lives these breakthroughs have changed.
FEATURES 06
Game-Changing Surgery (da Vinci Gallbladder Surgery)
08
Three months later, I was having fun at Disney World (Spine Surgery)
10
When it’s time to do my other knee, I’ll be back (Knee Surgery)
12
Great solution to a difficult surgery (Colorectal Surgery)
UPDATES 14
Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence—four years in a row EvergreenHealth Sport and Spine Center
Bob Malte
Meet the new providers at EvergreenHealth
Chief Executive Officer
Rose Garden Ceremony THE EVERGREEN BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS INCLUDES: (From left to right) Jeanette Greenfield, Board Secretary, served since 1998 Al DeYoung, Board Chair, serverd since 1980 Chuck Pilcher, MD, served since 2010 Auggie Kempf, served since 2000 Rebecca Hirt, served since 1984
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IN EVERY ISSUE 02
Message from the CEO
15
Health Classes
18
Evergreen Healthcare Foundation
20
Primary, Urgent and Emergency Care
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LETTER FROM THE CEO
With this issue of Monitor we mark the 40th anniversary of Evergreen, celebrating all this community has done to help Evergreen grow and expand as our community has grown. Over the past 40 years, Evergreen has come a very long way under the leadership of our Board of Commissioners and with the talent and dedication of our physicians, staff, volunteers and members of this community. We began as a small, general hospital in 1972, with only two floors. Today, we are still the deeply caring hospital this community created then; and we are a sophisticated medical center, using technological advances such 3D digital mammography and minimally invasive, robotic-assisted surgery to ensure that our people on the Eastside receive the best care possible. Our distinguished care and service have been recently recognized by HealthGrades, ranking us in the Top 5% of hospitals in the country for clinical excellence, and the Top 10% for our patient experience. To better reflect who we have become for you, we’ve decided this anniversary year to introduce a refreshed brand, name, and look for Evergreen that honors our 40-year tradition of exceptional clinical care and community service while more effectively reflecting what we have become and aspire to be—the hospital and medical center that aligns the technology, quality, expertise and service required to deliver breakthrough care for you. We have much to celebrate this 40th year. We invite you to join us in the celebration. Sincerely,
Spring // 2012 Nearly 16,000 surgeries are performed annually at EvergreenHealth’s hospital and ambulatory surgery centers. Some of them are life-saving; others are life-enhancing. All are life-changing. TABLE OF CONTENTS
EvergreenHealth is a leader in providing minimally invasive procedures and expertise to ensure better patient outcomes and a faster return to normal activity. Key to achieving and maintaining that leadership is our continued investment in new technologies, most recently the da Vinci robotics system for general surgery, MAKOplasty robotics for partial knee replacement, and computer-navigated systems for hip, knee and now spine surgery. In this issue of Monitor, we invite you to learn about some of the breakthrough surgical technologies and the skilled and dedicated physicians available at EvergreenHealth; to read about medical “firsts” for the region, the state and the nation; and to meet some of the people whose lives these breakthroughs have changed.
FEATURES 06
Game-Changing Surgery (da Vinci Gallbladder Surgery)
08
Three months later, I was having fun at Disney World (Spine Surgery)
10
When it’s time to do my other knee, I’ll be back (Knee Surgery)
12
Great solution to a difficult surgery (Colorectal Surgery)
UPDATES 14
Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence—four years in a row EvergreenHealth Sport and Spine Center
Bob Malte
Meet the new providers at EvergreenHealth
Chief Executive Officer
Rose Garden Ceremony THE EVERGREEN BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS INCLUDES: (From left to right) Jeanette Greenfield, Board Secretary, served since 1998 Al DeYoung, Board Chair, serverd since 1980 Chuck Pilcher, MD, served since 2010 Auggie Kempf, served since 2000 Rebecca Hirt, served since 1984
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IN EVERY ISSUE 02
Message from the CEO
15
Health Classes
18
Evergreen Healthcare Foundation
20
Primary, Urgent and Emergency Care
EVERGREEN MONITOR // Spring 2012 3
FEATURES // Breakthrough Care From EvergreenHealth
Evergreen Brand and Logo Get Makeover for 40th Anniversary
Evergreen Healthcare is now
For the past 40 years, and especially today, we bring together the clinical quality, professional expertise, and highly personalized service that are required to deliver distinguished care, care that is known for the quality of its clinical outcomes and breakthrough best practices and lauded patient experience.
For Evergreen’s 40th anniversary this year, our brand and logo are getting a makeover to better express what Evergreen stands for, what it has become and aspires to be for the communities we serve on the Eastside.
Evergreen’s logo was put into place 12 years ago, and with all of the changes at Evergreen and in the Eastside community over the past dozen years, that logo and brand no longer accurately describe the capabilities and capacity that we bring to the community. As the community has grown, so have we. Our employees and the physicians who practice at Evergreen also told us that the current logo did not resonate with them or reflect for them the sense of mission and calling that they bring to Evergreen. The new brand and logo enable us to better communicate, first, our full range of capabilities and capacity, especially in the areas where we excel, areas where our communities may not always be aware of the extent of Evergreen’s distinguished care. For example, HealthGrades, the nation’s leading provider of independent hospital ratings, has again named Evergreen Hospital a Distinguished Hospital
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for Clinical Excellence in 2012—the only hospital in Washington State to receive this award for the past four consecutive years. Evergreen’s areas of outstanding care include cancer care, orthopedics, primary care, cardiology care, breast health care for women, home health care, and hospice. The new brand also expresses our own people’s sense of calling and the dedication they bring to our patients and our community. They feel committed to providing what our patients most want, which is to be returned to health. That is why the refreshed name is EvergreenHealth. The name literally brings together Evergreen and our goal for every one of our patients, every time they are in our care. The changes in our new brand and logo are more subtle than dramatic because we also want to acknowledge the continuity we have with the 40-year tradition that Evergreen has created on the Eastside.
We provide that care in a culture of highly personalized service. In Evergreen’s culture, the time, privacy, comfort, and preferences of our patients and their loved ones are fully respected and honored by their care team. As part of our culture of service, we commit the resources to support patients wherever they are on the Eastside and to provide them and their families with access to empowering information about their health. Finally, we pledge to be this community’s stewards for innovation, using our expertise to invest in innovative technology, facilities, people, and services that will enhance the delivery of care and keep us leading the way in providing breakthrough care on the Eastside. Today, we are building on the great things that have been part of who we have always been. We have provided 40 years of care and service— and we have only just begun.
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FEATURES // Breakthrough Care From EvergreenHealth
Evergreen Brand and Logo Get Makeover for 40th Anniversary
Evergreen Healthcare is now
For the past 40 years, and especially today, we bring together the clinical quality, professional expertise, and highly personalized service that are required to deliver distinguished care, care that is known for the quality of its clinical outcomes and breakthrough best practices and lauded patient experience.
For Evergreen’s 40th anniversary this year, our brand and logo are getting a makeover to better express what Evergreen stands for, what it has become and aspires to be for the communities we serve on the Eastside.
Evergreen’s logo was put into place 12 years ago, and with all of the changes at Evergreen and in the Eastside community over the past dozen years, that logo and brand no longer accurately describe the capabilities and capacity that we bring to the community. As the community has grown, so have we. Our employees and the physicians who practice at Evergreen also told us that the current logo did not resonate with them or reflect for them the sense of mission and calling that they bring to Evergreen. The new brand and logo enable us to better communicate, first, our full range of capabilities and capacity, especially in the areas where we excel, areas where our communities may not always be aware of the extent of Evergreen’s distinguished care. For example, HealthGrades, the nation’s leading provider of independent hospital ratings, has again named Evergreen Hospital a Distinguished Hospital
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for Clinical Excellence in 2012—the only hospital in Washington State to receive this award for the past four consecutive years. Evergreen’s areas of outstanding care include cancer care, orthopedics, primary care, cardiology care, breast health care for women, home health care, and hospice. The new brand also expresses our own people’s sense of calling and the dedication they bring to our patients and our community. They feel committed to providing what our patients most want, which is to be returned to health. That is why the refreshed name is EvergreenHealth. The name literally brings together Evergreen and our goal for every one of our patients, every time they are in our care. The changes in our new brand and logo are more subtle than dramatic because we also want to acknowledge the continuity we have with the 40-year tradition that Evergreen has created on the Eastside.
We provide that care in a culture of highly personalized service. In Evergreen’s culture, the time, privacy, comfort, and preferences of our patients and their loved ones are fully respected and honored by their care team. As part of our culture of service, we commit the resources to support patients wherever they are on the Eastside and to provide them and their families with access to empowering information about their health. Finally, we pledge to be this community’s stewards for innovation, using our expertise to invest in innovative technology, facilities, people, and services that will enhance the delivery of care and keep us leading the way in providing breakthrough care on the Eastside. Today, we are building on the great things that have been part of who we have always been. We have provided 40 years of care and service— and we have only just begun.
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FEATURES // Breakthrough Care From EvergreenHealth
FEATURES // Breakthrough Care From EvergreenHealth
Game-Changing Surgery
LEARN MORE
provided by the current surgical standard of laparoscopic gallbladder removal. “That provides a higher level of precision,” he adds. “I’ve done a number of surgeries where I wouldn’t have been able to use a minimally invasive procedure without the da Vinci.” Les Tiffany / Redmond
Michael Towbin, MD
Les Tiffany had been dealing with the occasional pain for three to four years, but it wasn’t until an acute attack in September 2011 that he went to his primary care provider for answers. An ultrasound revealed gallstones. Les would need surgery to remove the gallbladder, and he got a strong recommendation from his longtime primary care provider, Kenneth Wiscomb, PA-C. “He recommended Dr. Michael Towbin, who had operated on him,” Les recalls. “He said Dr. Towbin was the guy I needed to see.” DA VINCI FOR GALLBLADDER SURGERY There was another reason Wiscomb referred his patient to Dr. Towbin—he knew the surgeon had recently begun using the state-of-the-art da Vinci robotically-assisted surgical system for gallbladder removal. “The da Vinci is a new tool,” Dr. Towbin says, “and while it is renowned for prostate and gynecologic surgeries, it’s relatively new in the general surgery arena.” So Dr. Towbin, who’ll soon mark 25 years on staff at EvergreenHealth, began adapting the da Vinci for use in surgeries such as gallbladder removal. He says the da Vinci offers several advantages, starting with the ergonomics. “The wrist controls can do more than the human wrist, which means you can get different angles and approaches to anatomy,” he explains. “And the high-definition camera gives us 3-D images for incredible accuracy.” The da Vinci also gives the surgeon four “arms” to control the operation instead of the two arms
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For patients, this means less blood loss, less pain and a faster recovery. FIRST IN THE NATION Les Tiffany’s surgery at EvergreenHealth last October marked the first time in the nation that the da Vinci had been used for gallbladder removal, but Les wasn’t as impressed by that milestone as he was by the fact that he went home the same day and needed no pain medication. In March, Dr. Towbin once again took the da Vinci to another level, this time performing a minimally invasive gallbladder removal using just a single incision in the patient’s bellybutton. The procedure had just been approved by the FDA. In response to growing demand from both patients and surgeons, EvergreenHealth has added a second da Vinci system. Da Vinci options are available for colorectal, gynecological, urogynecological, prostate, oncological and bariatric surgeries. Eleven of EvergreenHealth’s surgeons are trained on them, supported by a specialized robotics team in the operating room. For EvergreenHealth, it’s just another exciting technology that, combined with the skill of our highly trained medical staff, allows us to provide our patients with a safer surgical procedure with significantly reduced recovery times.
A REGIONAL LEADER IN MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY
Darrell Blankenship / Bothell
Scott Van Appledorn, MD
“I still tell people how wonderfully I was treated.” If you don’t think your annual physical is important, just ask Darrell Blankenship. When the Bothell man turned 50, a prostate exam was added to his annual tests. The exam revealed a clinically significant prostate cancer. His primary care provider outlined the options: radiation seed therapy or surgery with the da Vinci robotic-assisted system. Some of his friends pressured Darrell to check out downtown hospitals, because they weren’t aware of the robotic surgery program available at EvergreenHealth. He met with urologist Dr. Scott Van Appledorn, the medical director of EvergreenHealth’s da Vinci surgery program, who told him there was no need to go anywhere else for robotic-assisted surgery. For the rest of Darrell’s story and an interview with Dr. Van Appledorn, please visit: www.evergreenhospital.org/davinci_prostate
The adoption of the da Vinci robotic-assisted system is one step in EvergreenHealth’s history of serving the community with advanced, patient-friendly technology that provides smaller incisions, less pain and quicker recovery. Robotics in the form of the MAKOplasty robotic arm offer a partial knee resurfacing procedure to relieve the pain caused by joint degeneration. EvergreenHealth was the first Eastside hospital to use the MAKOplasty procedure. (See page 10.) MAKOplasty joins the suite of other technologies used by EvergreenHealth’s hip, knee and spine surgeons. Nearly 10 years ago, EvergreenHealth was the first hospital in the state to perform “computer navigation” for total knee replacement. Today, it is a nationally and internationally acknowledged leader in this procedure. Last month, EvergreenHealth’s orthopedists achieved another first when Evergreen spine surgeons performed the first computer-navigated spine surgery on the Eastside. As with knees, the precision of computer navigation means less pain and quicker recoveries. (See page 8.)
“I’ve been a surgeon for many years,” Dr. Towbin shares, “and I’ve not been this excited about a surgical tool. This is a game changer; it really is.” For more information on da Vinci surgery at Evergreen, visit www.evergreenhospital.org/davinci or call the Evergreen Healthline at 425.899.3000.
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FEATURES // Breakthrough Care From EvergreenHealth
FEATURES // Breakthrough Care From EvergreenHealth
Game-Changing Surgery
LEARN MORE
provided by the current surgical standard of laparoscopic gallbladder removal. “That provides a higher level of precision,” he adds. “I’ve done a number of surgeries where I wouldn’t have been able to use a minimally invasive procedure without the da Vinci.” Les Tiffany / Redmond
Michael Towbin, MD
Les Tiffany had been dealing with the occasional pain for three to four years, but it wasn’t until an acute attack in September 2011 that he went to his primary care provider for answers. An ultrasound revealed gallstones. Les would need surgery to remove the gallbladder, and he got a strong recommendation from his longtime primary care provider, Kenneth Wiscomb, PA-C. “He recommended Dr. Michael Towbin, who had operated on him,” Les recalls. “He said Dr. Towbin was the guy I needed to see.” DA VINCI FOR GALLBLADDER SURGERY There was another reason Wiscomb referred his patient to Dr. Towbin—he knew the surgeon had recently begun using the state-of-the-art da Vinci robotically-assisted surgical system for gallbladder removal. “The da Vinci is a new tool,” Dr. Towbin says, “and while it is renowned for prostate and gynecologic surgeries, it’s relatively new in the general surgery arena.” So Dr. Towbin, who’ll soon mark 25 years on staff at EvergreenHealth, began adapting the da Vinci for use in surgeries such as gallbladder removal. He says the da Vinci offers several advantages, starting with the ergonomics. “The wrist controls can do more than the human wrist, which means you can get different angles and approaches to anatomy,” he explains. “And the high-definition camera gives us 3-D images for incredible accuracy.” The da Vinci also gives the surgeon four “arms” to control the operation instead of the two arms
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For patients, this means less blood loss, less pain and a faster recovery. FIRST IN THE NATION Les Tiffany’s surgery at EvergreenHealth last October marked the first time in the nation that the da Vinci had been used for gallbladder removal, but Les wasn’t as impressed by that milestone as he was by the fact that he went home the same day and needed no pain medication. In March, Dr. Towbin once again took the da Vinci to another level, this time performing a minimally invasive gallbladder removal using just a single incision in the patient’s bellybutton. The procedure had just been approved by the FDA. In response to growing demand from both patients and surgeons, EvergreenHealth has added a second da Vinci system. Da Vinci options are available for colorectal, gynecological, urogynecological, prostate, oncological and bariatric surgeries. Eleven of EvergreenHealth’s surgeons are trained on them, supported by a specialized robotics team in the operating room. For EvergreenHealth, it’s just another exciting technology that, combined with the skill of our highly trained medical staff, allows us to provide our patients with a safer surgical procedure with significantly reduced recovery times.
A REGIONAL LEADER IN MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY
Darrell Blankenship / Bothell
Scott Van Appledorn, MD
“I still tell people how wonderfully I was treated.” If you don’t think your annual physical is important, just ask Darrell Blankenship. When the Bothell man turned 50, a prostate exam was added to his annual tests. The exam revealed a clinically significant prostate cancer. His primary care provider outlined the options: radiation seed therapy or surgery with the da Vinci robotic-assisted system. Some of his friends pressured Darrell to check out downtown hospitals, because they weren’t aware of the robotic surgery program available at EvergreenHealth. He met with urologist Dr. Scott Van Appledorn, the medical director of EvergreenHealth’s da Vinci surgery program, who told him there was no need to go anywhere else for robotic-assisted surgery. For the rest of Darrell’s story and an interview with Dr. Van Appledorn, please visit: www.evergreenhospital.org/davinci_prostate
The adoption of the da Vinci robotic-assisted system is one step in EvergreenHealth’s history of serving the community with advanced, patient-friendly technology that provides smaller incisions, less pain and quicker recovery. Robotics in the form of the MAKOplasty robotic arm offer a partial knee resurfacing procedure to relieve the pain caused by joint degeneration. EvergreenHealth was the first Eastside hospital to use the MAKOplasty procedure. (See page 10.) MAKOplasty joins the suite of other technologies used by EvergreenHealth’s hip, knee and spine surgeons. Nearly 10 years ago, EvergreenHealth was the first hospital in the state to perform “computer navigation” for total knee replacement. Today, it is a nationally and internationally acknowledged leader in this procedure. Last month, EvergreenHealth’s orthopedists achieved another first when Evergreen spine surgeons performed the first computer-navigated spine surgery on the Eastside. As with knees, the precision of computer navigation means less pain and quicker recoveries. (See page 8.)
“I’ve been a surgeon for many years,” Dr. Towbin shares, “and I’ve not been this excited about a surgical tool. This is a game changer; it really is.” For more information on da Vinci surgery at Evergreen, visit www.evergreenhospital.org/davinci or call the Evergreen Healthline at 425.899.3000.
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FEATURES // Breakthrough Care From EvergreenHealth
“Three months later, I was having fun at Disney World!”
LEARN MORE
THE REVOLUTION IN SPINE SURGERY Seventy-one-year-old Karyl Lee Olels is no stranger to surgery, having had both hips replaced and work done on her rotator cuff. But there didn’t seem to be any answer for the back problems that had plagued her for years. “The pain was getting progressively worse,” she recalls. “I saw orthopedic specialists, and they told me that having back surgery was the worst thing I could do. So I tried physical therapy and pain injections, but neither was helping.” Karyl Lee mentioned the back pain during a follow-up appointment with the orthopedic surgeon who had treated her rotator cuff problems. He suggested that she see his Orthopedics International colleague, Dr. Addison Stone, a specialist in spine surgery.
Pictured above: Karyl Lee Olels / Bothell Pictured right: Addison Stone, MD
“Computer navigation allows us to see exactly what we’re doing,” he notes, “so we leave the operating room knowing our screws are perfectly placed.”
MINIMALLY INVASIVE + COMPUTER NAVIGATION Dr. Stone diagnosed degenerative spondylolisthesis— the slippage of one vertebra over another in Karyl Lee’s lower back that was causing significant nerve compression and leg pain. He recommended a spinal-fusion surgery. “During surgery, we reduce the spondylolisthesis, so it’s no longer slipped,” he explains. “Then we reestablish the space between the two vertebrae and fuse them together. That stabilizes that segment of the back, and decompresses the nerves, to help eliminate the pain.” Dr. Stone goes on to explain, “Traditionally, and still the gold standard in many places, this surgery involves a long incision with stripping of the muscles off the spine in order to be able to place screws and the rods for the fusion. Due to the significant soft-tissue trauma, there is a higher risk of infection. In addition, recovery can be prolonged, with considerable pain.”
Karyl Lee was understandably apprehensive about having an extensive back surgery, but Dr. Stone had a secret weapon that the other surgeons didn’t: a minimally invasive approach to spine surgery that would speed recovery and lessen the pain. When he performed Karyl Lee’s TLIF (transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion) in March 2011, not only did Dr. Stone use minimally invasive techniques, with smaller instruments that allowed for smaller incisions—he also, for the very first time, used computer navigation. “Computer navigation allows us to see exactly what we’re doing,” he notes, “so we leave the operating room knowing our screws are perfectly placed.” Dr. Stone continues, “Evergreen is one of the first in the region to be doing computer navigation for the spine. It’s another example of Evergreen being at the forefront of medical technology to benefit its patients.” LESS PAIN, FASTER RECOVERY The combination of minimally invasive surgery and computer navigation had Karyl Lee Olels out of the hospital in 12 hours. “Those small incisions didn’t hurt nearly as much as the larger ones I’d had with my previous surgeries,” she marvels. “Three months later, I was having fun at Disney World!” She’s returned to the gardening she loves and has added bicycling to her outdoor activities. Karyl Lee is thrilled with her outcome, and with her experience at Evergreen. “This is the first time I’ve had surgery at Evergreen, and I will definitely make sure I keep my care at Evergreen in the future,” she says. “I’m really impressed with both the hospital and Dr. Stone.”
Techniques in spine care are continuously evolving, and surgeons at the EvergreenHealth Spine Institute are leaders in the development and refinement of minimally invasive and computer-assisted surgery techniques and procedures for the spine. EvergreenHealth recently became the first hospital in the region to utilize the new spine navigation system technology. The system uses scans of the patient’s anatomy and a navigation camera to show the exact positioning of the surgical instruments; this provides greater precision, safety and better patient outcomes. A large percentage of our surgeries are performed using minimally invasive techniques. For more information: Visit www.evergreenhospital.org/spine to learn about cutting-edge spine surgery at EvergreenHealth and to hear from our spine surgeons. Attend Our Free Seminar: The Cutting Edge in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery July 26 / 6:30-8:30 p.m. Register online at www.evergreenhospital.org/classes or by calling 425.899.3000.
For more information on spine surgery at EvergreenHealth and to hear from our spine surgeons, visit www.evergreenhospital.org/spine.
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FEATURES // Breakthrough Care From EvergreenHealth
“Three months later, I was having fun at Disney World!”
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THE REVOLUTION IN SPINE SURGERY Seventy-one-year-old Karyl Lee Olels is no stranger to surgery, having had both hips replaced and work done on her rotator cuff. But there didn’t seem to be any answer for the back problems that had plagued her for years. “The pain was getting progressively worse,” she recalls. “I saw orthopedic specialists, and they told me that having back surgery was the worst thing I could do. So I tried physical therapy and pain injections, but neither was helping.” Karyl Lee mentioned the back pain during a follow-up appointment with the orthopedic surgeon who had treated her rotator cuff problems. He suggested that she see his Orthopedics International colleague, Dr. Addison Stone, a specialist in spine surgery.
Pictured above: Karyl Lee Olels / Bothell Pictured right: Addison Stone, MD
“Computer navigation allows us to see exactly what we’re doing,” he notes, “so we leave the operating room knowing our screws are perfectly placed.”
MINIMALLY INVASIVE + COMPUTER NAVIGATION Dr. Stone diagnosed degenerative spondylolisthesis— the slippage of one vertebra over another in Karyl Lee’s lower back that was causing significant nerve compression and leg pain. He recommended a spinal-fusion surgery. “During surgery, we reduce the spondylolisthesis, so it’s no longer slipped,” he explains. “Then we reestablish the space between the two vertebrae and fuse them together. That stabilizes that segment of the back, and decompresses the nerves, to help eliminate the pain.” Dr. Stone goes on to explain, “Traditionally, and still the gold standard in many places, this surgery involves a long incision with stripping of the muscles off the spine in order to be able to place screws and the rods for the fusion. Due to the significant soft-tissue trauma, there is a higher risk of infection. In addition, recovery can be prolonged, with considerable pain.”
Karyl Lee was understandably apprehensive about having an extensive back surgery, but Dr. Stone had a secret weapon that the other surgeons didn’t: a minimally invasive approach to spine surgery that would speed recovery and lessen the pain. When he performed Karyl Lee’s TLIF (transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion) in March 2011, not only did Dr. Stone use minimally invasive techniques, with smaller instruments that allowed for smaller incisions—he also, for the very first time, used computer navigation. “Computer navigation allows us to see exactly what we’re doing,” he notes, “so we leave the operating room knowing our screws are perfectly placed.” Dr. Stone continues, “Evergreen is one of the first in the region to be doing computer navigation for the spine. It’s another example of Evergreen being at the forefront of medical technology to benefit its patients.” LESS PAIN, FASTER RECOVERY The combination of minimally invasive surgery and computer navigation had Karyl Lee Olels out of the hospital in 12 hours. “Those small incisions didn’t hurt nearly as much as the larger ones I’d had with my previous surgeries,” she marvels. “Three months later, I was having fun at Disney World!” She’s returned to the gardening she loves and has added bicycling to her outdoor activities. Karyl Lee is thrilled with her outcome, and with her experience at Evergreen. “This is the first time I’ve had surgery at Evergreen, and I will definitely make sure I keep my care at Evergreen in the future,” she says. “I’m really impressed with both the hospital and Dr. Stone.”
Techniques in spine care are continuously evolving, and surgeons at the EvergreenHealth Spine Institute are leaders in the development and refinement of minimally invasive and computer-assisted surgery techniques and procedures for the spine. EvergreenHealth recently became the first hospital in the region to utilize the new spine navigation system technology. The system uses scans of the patient’s anatomy and a navigation camera to show the exact positioning of the surgical instruments; this provides greater precision, safety and better patient outcomes. A large percentage of our surgeries are performed using minimally invasive techniques. For more information: Visit www.evergreenhospital.org/spine to learn about cutting-edge spine surgery at EvergreenHealth and to hear from our spine surgeons. Attend Our Free Seminar: The Cutting Edge in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery July 26 / 6:30-8:30 p.m. Register online at www.evergreenhospital.org/classes or by calling 425.899.3000.
For more information on spine surgery at EvergreenHealth and to hear from our spine surgeons, visit www.evergreenhospital.org/spine.
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FEATURES // Breakthrough Care From EvergreenHealth
“When it’s time to do my other knee, I’ll be back!”
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LESS PAIN, QUICKER RECOVERY
Pictured above: David Bartos / Marysville Pictured right: Richard Angelo, Md
“Thanks to the sophisticated software, the surgeon is able to do a 3-D rehearsal of the surgery.”
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When David Bartos was troubled by painful knees, he turned to his primary care provider for help. Dr. Robert Kelley of Totem Lake Family Medicine knew who to refer Bartos to, Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Richard Angelo of the Evergreen Orthopedic Clinic, recently named one of 125 Outstanding Knee Surgeons in America by the January / February 2012 issue of Becker’s Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management Review.
Another benefit is that the computer and the robotic arm are essentially linked to the patient’s leg via transmitters—allowing the surgeon to make further refinements before any bone is cut. “MAKOplasty takes advantage of what are essentially tiny GPS units attached to the patient’s thigh and lower leg bone,” Dr. Angelo continues. “The computer knows to within one millimeter exactly where the knee is in space. This allows us a complete picture.”
Dr. Angelo treated the osteoarthritis and degeneration in David’s knees with a conservative, nonoperative treatment plan that managed his pain. But over time the pain became debilitating, and last fall both knew it was time for surgery. “I’d planned on having a minimally invasive knee replacement,” Bartos recalls, “but then Dr. Angelo said I’d be a candidate for a new procedure called MAKOplasty®.”
Finally, once the coordinates for size, position and other components of the surgery have been locked in, the robot will not allow the doctor to remove bone outside of those exact specifications. “The precision is remarkable,” Dr. Angelo says, “and can result in morenatural knee motion following surgery.”
ALTERNATIVE TO A COMPLETE KNEE REPLACEMENT MAKOplasty is a minimally invasive partial knee replacement designed to help alleviate knee pain and return people to their activities. “It uses a surgeon-actuated robotic arm to prepare the bones of the knee joint for new bearing surfaces while sparing the healthy bone and surrounding ligaments,” Dr. Angelo explains. “It’s a treatment option for adults living with osteoarthritis in the inside, outside or front compartment of the knee.” While partial knee replacement surgery has been around for years, Dr. Angelo says MAKOplasty offers some distinct advantages, particularly in the area of surgical precision. “Thanks to the sophisticated software, the surgeon is able to do a 3-D rehearsal of the surgery,” he explains. “The ability to fine-tune is incredible and especially helpful.”
PIONEERING PROCEDURE David Bartos wasn’t looking to be a pioneer, but the surgery on his left knee in November 2011 was the first MAKOplasty performed at EvergreenHealth— one of only two facilities in the Puget Sound area offering the procedure. As with any minimally invasive surgery, smaller incisions result in less impact to normal tissues and often lead to quicker recovery time. David went home two days after his surgery. Four weeks later, he was able to resume his busy cross-country travel schedule for work. Looking ahead, David knows a partial replacement of his other knee is in his future, and he knows where he’ll be headed. “I’m pleased with Evergreen and very pleased with Dr. Angelo. When it’s time to do my other knee, I’ll be back!”
Is a bone, muscle or joint condition keeping you on the sidelines? We can help you get back to your normal routines—whether that’s work, sports or just getting out of bed in the morning without pain. EvergreenHealth is at the forefront of orthopedic surgery, thanks to our top-flight group of orthopedic surgeons and new, minimally invasive surgical techniques that mean smaller incisions, less pain and quicker recoveries. For more information: Visit www.evergreenhospital.org/ortho to learn about our minimally invasive and computer-assisted surgical options and to hear from some of our orthopedic surgeons. Attend one of our free seminars: Considering Knee or Hip Replacement? May 24, June 28 / 6:30-8:30 p.m. Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques for the Shoulder Aug. 23 / 6:30-8 p.m. Register online at www.evergreenhospital.org/classes or by calling 425.899.3000.
For more information on MAKOplasty surgery at EvergreenHealth, visit www.evergreenhospital. org/MAKO or call the Evergreen Healthline at 425.899.3000.
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“When it’s time to do my other knee, I’ll be back!”
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LESS PAIN, QUICKER RECOVERY
Pictured above: David Bartos / Marysville Pictured right: Richard Angelo, Md
“Thanks to the sophisticated software, the surgeon is able to do a 3-D rehearsal of the surgery.”
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When David Bartos was troubled by painful knees, he turned to his primary care provider for help. Dr. Robert Kelley of Totem Lake Family Medicine knew who to refer Bartos to, Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Richard Angelo of the Evergreen Orthopedic Clinic, recently named one of 125 Outstanding Knee Surgeons in America by the January / February 2012 issue of Becker’s Orthopedic, Spine & Pain Management Review.
Another benefit is that the computer and the robotic arm are essentially linked to the patient’s leg via transmitters—allowing the surgeon to make further refinements before any bone is cut. “MAKOplasty takes advantage of what are essentially tiny GPS units attached to the patient’s thigh and lower leg bone,” Dr. Angelo continues. “The computer knows to within one millimeter exactly where the knee is in space. This allows us a complete picture.”
Dr. Angelo treated the osteoarthritis and degeneration in David’s knees with a conservative, nonoperative treatment plan that managed his pain. But over time the pain became debilitating, and last fall both knew it was time for surgery. “I’d planned on having a minimally invasive knee replacement,” Bartos recalls, “but then Dr. Angelo said I’d be a candidate for a new procedure called MAKOplasty®.”
Finally, once the coordinates for size, position and other components of the surgery have been locked in, the robot will not allow the doctor to remove bone outside of those exact specifications. “The precision is remarkable,” Dr. Angelo says, “and can result in morenatural knee motion following surgery.”
ALTERNATIVE TO A COMPLETE KNEE REPLACEMENT MAKOplasty is a minimally invasive partial knee replacement designed to help alleviate knee pain and return people to their activities. “It uses a surgeon-actuated robotic arm to prepare the bones of the knee joint for new bearing surfaces while sparing the healthy bone and surrounding ligaments,” Dr. Angelo explains. “It’s a treatment option for adults living with osteoarthritis in the inside, outside or front compartment of the knee.” While partial knee replacement surgery has been around for years, Dr. Angelo says MAKOplasty offers some distinct advantages, particularly in the area of surgical precision. “Thanks to the sophisticated software, the surgeon is able to do a 3-D rehearsal of the surgery,” he explains. “The ability to fine-tune is incredible and especially helpful.”
PIONEERING PROCEDURE David Bartos wasn’t looking to be a pioneer, but the surgery on his left knee in November 2011 was the first MAKOplasty performed at EvergreenHealth— one of only two facilities in the Puget Sound area offering the procedure. As with any minimally invasive surgery, smaller incisions result in less impact to normal tissues and often lead to quicker recovery time. David went home two days after his surgery. Four weeks later, he was able to resume his busy cross-country travel schedule for work. Looking ahead, David knows a partial replacement of his other knee is in his future, and he knows where he’ll be headed. “I’m pleased with Evergreen and very pleased with Dr. Angelo. When it’s time to do my other knee, I’ll be back!”
Is a bone, muscle or joint condition keeping you on the sidelines? We can help you get back to your normal routines—whether that’s work, sports or just getting out of bed in the morning without pain. EvergreenHealth is at the forefront of orthopedic surgery, thanks to our top-flight group of orthopedic surgeons and new, minimally invasive surgical techniques that mean smaller incisions, less pain and quicker recoveries. For more information: Visit www.evergreenhospital.org/ortho to learn about our minimally invasive and computer-assisted surgical options and to hear from some of our orthopedic surgeons. Attend one of our free seminars: Considering Knee or Hip Replacement? May 24, June 28 / 6:30-8:30 p.m. Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques for the Shoulder Aug. 23 / 6:30-8 p.m. Register online at www.evergreenhospital.org/classes or by calling 425.899.3000.
For more information on MAKOplasty surgery at EvergreenHealth, visit www.evergreenhospital. org/MAKO or call the Evergreen Healthline at 425.899.3000.
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FEATURES // Breakthrough Care From EvergreenHealth
“It’s such a great solution to a very difficult surgery.” When 84-year-old Seattle resident Barbara Allan saw a bit of blood in her stool last summer, she called her gastroenterologist and scheduled a colonoscopy. That was a smart decision, as it revealed a precancerous lesion on her rectum. “My gastroenterologist, Dr. John Hinds, told me it would have to come out because it could turn malignant,” Barbara recalls. Dr. Hinds thought she might be a candidate for a minimally invasive procedure called transanal endoscopic microsurgery, or TEMS. He referred Allan to the Evergreen Surgical Clinic’s Dr. Harry Kahn—a US News & World Report 2011 “Top Doc” and the only surgeon performing TEMS in the entire state of Washington.
Pictured above: Barbara Allan / Seattle Pictured right: Harry Kahn, Md
“TEMS is a clean, precise technique that’s used for patients who have a precancerous growth in the rectum or a very-early-stage rectal cancer.”
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AVOIDING MAJOR ABDOMINAL SURGERY “TEMS is a clean, precise technique that’s used for patients who have a precancerous growth in the rectum or a very-early-stage rectal cancer,” Dr. Kahn explains. “Before transanal techniques, the standard procedure would have been a major abdominal surgery and a much more involved bowel resection. The benefit of TEMS is there’s no major surgery, no large incision, no colostomy, less pain, faster recovery and a shorter hospital stay.” The TEMS procedure involves a microscope and a videoscope, and specialized microsurgical instruments, which allow Dr. Kahn to remove lesions in the rectum by operating through the anus. “In the case of early-stage cancer, it is critical to get clear margins, which this equipment facilitates,” he adds. Though the TEMS technique has been around a while, Dr. Kahn says it’s being used more now because of advances in the equipment that stages the tumors. “We can now tell whether the growth is precancerous, early-stage cancer or late-stage
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cancer,” he says. “That’s critical, because TEMS is not appropriate for advanced cancers, especially if the lymph nodes might be involved.” In those cases, standard surgery is necessary to make sure all of the cancer is removed. Barbara Allan met with Dr. Kahn and had an ultrasound conducted by a gastroenterology specialist to determine the staging of her tumor. It turned out that she was an ideal candidate for TEMS. RECOVERY WITH LITTLE OR NO PAIN The lesion was located in the upper third of Barbara’s rectum, and Dr. Kahn was able to remove it without any problem. She spent just one night in the hospital and didn’t even need pain medication. Dr. Kahn says that is common. “Most TEMS patients just need Tylenol,” he says, “and they get back to work much more quickly.” Just a few weeks after her surgery, Barbara was back to her busy, active life—painting watercolors, taking long walks, and enjoying a full calendar of social activities with family and friends. Looking back, Barbara Allan says the decision to leave the Seattle medical community for the pioneering procedure at Evergreen was an easy one to make, because the benefits of TEMS are enormous. “I’m very grateful that Evergreen offers this procedure,” she says, smiling. “It’s such a great solution to a very difficult surgery, which could have caused all kinds of problems for a person my age and maybe left me not being able to really enjoy my life.”
OUR COMMITMENT TO SURGICAL EXCELLENCE EvergreenHealth offers an extensive range of surgical services, from the breakthrough robot-assisted and minimally invasive procedures to the placement of children’s ear tubes and tonsillectomies. Our surgeons provide the most sophisticated vascular, thoracic and neurological procedures, such as craniotomies, nephrectomies, endovascular procedures, thoracoscopies and carotid endarterectomies. Our fetal therapy program is a destination for patients from across the West because of its groundbreaking treatment of complicated problems that require surgery while the baby is still in the womb. Our surgeons work with highly technologically trained anesthesiologists, nursing and support staff to ensure the highest level of care and support for both patients and their families. EvergreenHealth offers two surgical environments: The hospital, which provides both in-and outpatient surgeries. The Evergreen Surgical Center, which specializes in outpatient, same-day surgeries. For more information, please visit www.evergreenhospital.org/surgery.
For more information, please contact the Evergreen Surgical Clinic at 425.899.5500.
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FEATURES // Breakthrough Care From EvergreenHealth
“It’s such a great solution to a very difficult surgery.” When 84-year-old Seattle resident Barbara Allan saw a bit of blood in her stool last summer, she called her gastroenterologist and scheduled a colonoscopy. That was a smart decision, as it revealed a precancerous lesion on her rectum. “My gastroenterologist, Dr. John Hinds, told me it would have to come out because it could turn malignant,” Barbara recalls. Dr. Hinds thought she might be a candidate for a minimally invasive procedure called transanal endoscopic microsurgery, or TEMS. He referred Allan to the Evergreen Surgical Clinic’s Dr. Harry Kahn—a US News & World Report 2011 “Top Doc” and the only surgeon performing TEMS in the entire state of Washington.
Pictured above: Barbara Allan / Seattle Pictured right: Harry Kahn, Md
“TEMS is a clean, precise technique that’s used for patients who have a precancerous growth in the rectum or a very-early-stage rectal cancer.”
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AVOIDING MAJOR ABDOMINAL SURGERY “TEMS is a clean, precise technique that’s used for patients who have a precancerous growth in the rectum or a very-early-stage rectal cancer,” Dr. Kahn explains. “Before transanal techniques, the standard procedure would have been a major abdominal surgery and a much more involved bowel resection. The benefit of TEMS is there’s no major surgery, no large incision, no colostomy, less pain, faster recovery and a shorter hospital stay.” The TEMS procedure involves a microscope and a videoscope, and specialized microsurgical instruments, which allow Dr. Kahn to remove lesions in the rectum by operating through the anus. “In the case of early-stage cancer, it is critical to get clear margins, which this equipment facilitates,” he adds. Though the TEMS technique has been around a while, Dr. Kahn says it’s being used more now because of advances in the equipment that stages the tumors. “We can now tell whether the growth is precancerous, early-stage cancer or late-stage
LEARN MORE
cancer,” he says. “That’s critical, because TEMS is not appropriate for advanced cancers, especially if the lymph nodes might be involved.” In those cases, standard surgery is necessary to make sure all of the cancer is removed. Barbara Allan met with Dr. Kahn and had an ultrasound conducted by a gastroenterology specialist to determine the staging of her tumor. It turned out that she was an ideal candidate for TEMS. RECOVERY WITH LITTLE OR NO PAIN The lesion was located in the upper third of Barbara’s rectum, and Dr. Kahn was able to remove it without any problem. She spent just one night in the hospital and didn’t even need pain medication. Dr. Kahn says that is common. “Most TEMS patients just need Tylenol,” he says, “and they get back to work much more quickly.” Just a few weeks after her surgery, Barbara was back to her busy, active life—painting watercolors, taking long walks, and enjoying a full calendar of social activities with family and friends. Looking back, Barbara Allan says the decision to leave the Seattle medical community for the pioneering procedure at Evergreen was an easy one to make, because the benefits of TEMS are enormous. “I’m very grateful that Evergreen offers this procedure,” she says, smiling. “It’s such a great solution to a very difficult surgery, which could have caused all kinds of problems for a person my age and maybe left me not being able to really enjoy my life.”
OUR COMMITMENT TO SURGICAL EXCELLENCE EvergreenHealth offers an extensive range of surgical services, from the breakthrough robot-assisted and minimally invasive procedures to the placement of children’s ear tubes and tonsillectomies. Our surgeons provide the most sophisticated vascular, thoracic and neurological procedures, such as craniotomies, nephrectomies, endovascular procedures, thoracoscopies and carotid endarterectomies. Our fetal therapy program is a destination for patients from across the West because of its groundbreaking treatment of complicated problems that require surgery while the baby is still in the womb. Our surgeons work with highly technologically trained anesthesiologists, nursing and support staff to ensure the highest level of care and support for both patients and their families. EvergreenHealth offers two surgical environments: The hospital, which provides both in-and outpatient surgeries. The Evergreen Surgical Center, which specializes in outpatient, same-day surgeries. For more information, please visit www.evergreenhospital.org/surgery.
For more information, please contact the Evergreen Surgical Clinic at 425.899.5500.
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EVERGREENHEALTH UPDATES
Register for Classes Online or by Phone
Breakthrough Care Recognized for Excellence For the fourth consecutive year, EvergreenHealth has been named a Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence by HealthGrades, the nation’s leading provider of independent hospital ratings.
The recognition places EvergreenHealth among the nation’s top 5 percent of hospitals, according to HealthGrades’ independent study of mortality and complication rates at nearly 5,000 hospitals nationwide.
The EvergreenHealth Sport & Spine Center is
all about eliminating pain, maximizing function and restoring your quality of life. Our physicians are experts in the diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of spine, musculoskeletal and
EvergreenHeatlh is the only hospital in Washington state to be recognized with the Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence Award for the past four consecutive years.
NEW PROVIDERS
EvergreenHealth Sport & Spine Center nerve dysfunction, and pain due to degenerative conditions and to sports, work and other injuries. For more information on how we can help you live without pain, call 425.899.1220 or visit www.evergreenhospital. org/sport_spine.
Evergreen welcomes these new members of the medical staff: DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY Edward Sessions, MD FAMILY MEDICINE Rachel Freund, MD Lars Kaine, MD Linda Van Hoff, ARNP HOSPITALIST (ADULT) David Baker, MD INFERTILITY Paul Lin, MD PALLIATIVE MEDICINE Elizabeth Loggers, MD
Rose Garden Ceremony to Honor Loved Ones Honor the memory of
a deceased loved one with inspirational talks, soothing music and a healing environment in which to share feelings of grief.
Evergreen Hospice’s annual Rose Garden Ceremony will take place July 18, beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the Gene & Irene Wockner Hospice Center adjacent to Evergreen Hospital.
It’s open to everyone; please RSVP by calling Evergreen Hospice at 425.899.1079. For more information, visit www. evergreenhospital.org/ rosegarden.
CLASSES
PEDIATRICS Cynthia Bader, MD Megan Kullnat, MD Sandra Sjoberg, MD Paige Wright, MD UROLOGY Donald Pick, MD Find more Evergreenaffiliated providers at www.evergreenhospital. org/physician
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.
Free Seminars CONSIDERING KNEE OR HIP REPLACEMENT? Learn more about minimally invasive, computer-assisted knee and hip replacement surgery. It means smaller incisions, less pain and quicker recovery. Join our surgeons for a free seminar on Evergreen’s comprehensive joint program. May 24, June 28, 6:30-8:30 p.m. WEIGHT-LOSS SURGERY: IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU? Experts from the Evergreen Bariatric Center will discuss surgical options, postoperative follow-up, lifestyle changes, financial information and nutrition support. Free seminar offered biweekly, 6-8:30 p.m. Check www.evergreenhospital.org/ seminar for the schedule. THE CUTTING EDGE IN MINIMALLY INVASIVE SPINE SURGERY In the field of spinal surgery, there is currently a shift from traditional, open (“big incision”) surgery to modern, minimally invasive (“small incision”) approaches. Learn about the most up-to-date, cutting-edge, minimally invasive spine surgery (MIS) techniques and technologies from a regional leader in the field of MIS. July 26, 6:30- 8:30 p.m., free.
MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGICAL TECHNIQUES FOR THE SHOULDER The shoulder is one of the most vulnerable joints in the body and one of the more difficult to treat. Learn about the minimally invasive surgical (MIS) techniques and cuttingedge therapy available for shoulder problems. Aug. 23, 6:30-8 p.m., free.
Parenting & Relationships DEALING WITH ANGER Discover more effective ways to express your feelings and make your response a choice rather than a reaction. Three-part class begins May 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $30. DEALING WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE Learn strategies to maintain your comfort with challenging people, including giving and receiving feedback. Two-part class begins June 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $20. PRICELESS PARENTING FOR AGES 1 TO 11 Parenting can be a pleasure or a pain. You’ll experience more pleasure when you have the right tools. This sixweek class will help you pave a path to a joyful family life. May 14, 7-9 pm. Register at http://PricelessParenting.com/ May2012/.
PRICELESS PARENTING FOR AGES 12 TO 18 You experience new parenting challenges when your kids become teens. This sixweek class provides ideas for effectively dealing with your teens while preparing them to successfully launch as adults. Starts May 16, 7-9 p.m. Register at http:// PricelessParenting.com/ May2012/.
Emergency & Safety Education BABYSITTING BASICS For ages 11 to 16. May 19, June 2, 16, July 7, 21, Aug. 4, 18, Sept. 15, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., $40. INFANT AND CHILD CPR Participants receive a CPR card valid for two years. May 12, June 9, July 14, Aug. 11, Sept. 8, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., or May 15, June 19, July 17, Aug. 21, 6-9:30 p.m., $40. $15 discount if also enrolled in Babysitting Basics. COMMUNITY CPR Participants receive a CPR card valid for two years. May 26, June 2, 23, July 7, 28, Aug. 4, 25, Sept. 8, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., $40. COMMUNITY FIRST AID Participants receive a first aid card valid for two years. May 26, June 2, 23, July 7, 28, Aug. 4, 25, Sept. 8, 1-5 p.m., $40.
COMMUNITY CPR & FIRST AID Participants receive a CPR and first aid card valid for two years. May 26, June 2, 23, July 7, 28, Aug. 4, 25, Sept. 8, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., $75. HEALTH CARE PROVIDER CPR Participants receive a health care provider CPR card valid for two years. May 16, June 16, July 21, Aug. 18, Sept. 4, 15, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 5, July 3, Aug. 7, Sept. 4, 6-9:30 p.m., $60. ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT For health care providers. Two-part class begins May 10, July 12, Aug. 9, 4-10 p.m., $245; includes textbook. Recertification students only need to take second day of class. PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT For health care providers. Twopart class begins June 14, Sept. 13, 4-10 p.m., $245; includes textbook. Recertification students only need to take second day of class.
Wellness & Healthy Living NICOTINE SOLUTIONS Discover step-by-step, proven, cutting edge techniques that can help you stop smoking or chewing without drugs or weight gain. Nicotine Solutions has a 90 percent success rate and offers lifetime support. July 11, 7-8 p.m., free.
For dates, times and 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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EVERGREENHEALTH UPDATES
Register for Classes Online or by Phone
Breakthrough Care Recognized for Excellence For the fourth consecutive year, EvergreenHealth has been named a Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence by HealthGrades, the nation’s leading provider of independent hospital ratings.
The recognition places EvergreenHealth among the nation’s top 5 percent of hospitals, according to HealthGrades’ independent study of mortality and complication rates at nearly 5,000 hospitals nationwide.
The EvergreenHealth Sport & Spine Center is
all about eliminating pain, maximizing function and restoring your quality of life. Our physicians are experts in the diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of spine, musculoskeletal and
EvergreenHeatlh is the only hospital in Washington state to be recognized with the Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence Award for the past four consecutive years.
NEW PROVIDERS
EvergreenHealth Sport & Spine Center nerve dysfunction, and pain due to degenerative conditions and to sports, work and other injuries. For more information on how we can help you live without pain, call 425.899.1220 or visit www.evergreenhospital. org/sport_spine.
Evergreen welcomes these new members of the medical staff: DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY Edward Sessions, MD FAMILY MEDICINE Rachel Freund, MD Lars Kaine, MD Linda Van Hoff, ARNP HOSPITALIST (ADULT) David Baker, MD INFERTILITY Paul Lin, MD PALLIATIVE MEDICINE Elizabeth Loggers, MD
Rose Garden Ceremony to Honor Loved Ones Honor the memory of
a deceased loved one with inspirational talks, soothing music and a healing environment in which to share feelings of grief.
Evergreen Hospice’s annual Rose Garden Ceremony will take place July 18, beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the Gene & Irene Wockner Hospice Center adjacent to Evergreen Hospital.
It’s open to everyone; please RSVP by calling Evergreen Hospice at 425.899.1079. For more information, visit www. evergreenhospital.org/ rosegarden.
CLASSES
PEDIATRICS Cynthia Bader, MD Megan Kullnat, MD Sandra Sjoberg, MD Paige Wright, MD UROLOGY Donald Pick, MD Find more Evergreenaffiliated providers at www.evergreenhospital. org/physician
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.
Free Seminars CONSIDERING KNEE OR HIP REPLACEMENT? Learn more about minimally invasive, computer-assisted knee and hip replacement surgery. It means smaller incisions, less pain and quicker recovery. Join our surgeons for a free seminar on Evergreen’s comprehensive joint program. May 24, June 28, 6:30-8:30 p.m. WEIGHT-LOSS SURGERY: IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU? Experts from the Evergreen Bariatric Center will discuss surgical options, postoperative follow-up, lifestyle changes, financial information and nutrition support. Free seminar offered biweekly, 6-8:30 p.m. Check www.evergreenhospital.org/ seminar for the schedule. THE CUTTING EDGE IN MINIMALLY INVASIVE SPINE SURGERY In the field of spinal surgery, there is currently a shift from traditional, open (“big incision”) surgery to modern, minimally invasive (“small incision”) approaches. Learn about the most up-to-date, cutting-edge, minimally invasive spine surgery (MIS) techniques and technologies from a regional leader in the field of MIS. July 26, 6:30- 8:30 p.m., free.
MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGICAL TECHNIQUES FOR THE SHOULDER The shoulder is one of the most vulnerable joints in the body and one of the more difficult to treat. Learn about the minimally invasive surgical (MIS) techniques and cuttingedge therapy available for shoulder problems. Aug. 23, 6:30-8 p.m., free.
Parenting & Relationships DEALING WITH ANGER Discover more effective ways to express your feelings and make your response a choice rather than a reaction. Three-part class begins May 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $30. DEALING WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE Learn strategies to maintain your comfort with challenging people, including giving and receiving feedback. Two-part class begins June 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $20. PRICELESS PARENTING FOR AGES 1 TO 11 Parenting can be a pleasure or a pain. You’ll experience more pleasure when you have the right tools. This sixweek class will help you pave a path to a joyful family life. May 14, 7-9 pm. Register at http://PricelessParenting.com/ May2012/.
PRICELESS PARENTING FOR AGES 12 TO 18 You experience new parenting challenges when your kids become teens. This sixweek class provides ideas for effectively dealing with your teens while preparing them to successfully launch as adults. Starts May 16, 7-9 p.m. Register at http:// PricelessParenting.com/ May2012/.
Emergency & Safety Education BABYSITTING BASICS For ages 11 to 16. May 19, June 2, 16, July 7, 21, Aug. 4, 18, Sept. 15, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., $40. INFANT AND CHILD CPR Participants receive a CPR card valid for two years. May 12, June 9, July 14, Aug. 11, Sept. 8, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., or May 15, June 19, July 17, Aug. 21, 6-9:30 p.m., $40. $15 discount if also enrolled in Babysitting Basics. COMMUNITY CPR Participants receive a CPR card valid for two years. May 26, June 2, 23, July 7, 28, Aug. 4, 25, Sept. 8, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., $40. COMMUNITY FIRST AID Participants receive a first aid card valid for two years. May 26, June 2, 23, July 7, 28, Aug. 4, 25, Sept. 8, 1-5 p.m., $40.
COMMUNITY CPR & FIRST AID Participants receive a CPR and first aid card valid for two years. May 26, June 2, 23, July 7, 28, Aug. 4, 25, Sept. 8, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., $75. HEALTH CARE PROVIDER CPR Participants receive a health care provider CPR card valid for two years. May 16, June 16, July 21, Aug. 18, Sept. 4, 15, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 5, July 3, Aug. 7, Sept. 4, 6-9:30 p.m., $60. ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT For health care providers. Two-part class begins May 10, July 12, Aug. 9, 4-10 p.m., $245; includes textbook. Recertification students only need to take second day of class. PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT For health care providers. Twopart class begins June 14, Sept. 13, 4-10 p.m., $245; includes textbook. Recertification students only need to take second day of class.
Wellness & Healthy Living NICOTINE SOLUTIONS Discover step-by-step, proven, cutting edge techniques that can help you stop smoking or chewing without drugs or weight gain. Nicotine Solutions has a 90 percent success rate and offers lifetime support. July 11, 7-8 p.m., free.
For dates, times and 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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CLASSES
Senior Health Classes Evergreen 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. AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM Interested in improving your driving skills and possibly receiving an insurance discount? This program, designed and conducted by AARP, provides eight hours of classroom instruction, covering the effects of aging and medication on driving, basic driving rules, license renewal and more. June 9, July 14, Aug. 11, Sept. 8, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., $12 AARP members, $14 nonmembers. CHOLESTEROL AND DIABETES SCREENING Screening will include fasting full-panel cholesterol test and glucose. Results will be given before you go home! Limit 25 participants; must register for time slot. May 17, 8:30-10:30 a.m., free. SELF-CARE AND EXERCISE Learn how to optimize your cardiovascular health through exercise and lifestyle choices that are right for you. June 7, 10-11 a.m., free. BE GOOD TO YOUR FEET We will discuss aspects of injury prevention for the foot and ankle, as well as overall good foot care. June 21, 12:30-1:30 p.m., free.
NUTRITION AND EYE CARE Research is showing a link between good nutrition and maintaining healthy eyes. Learn what nutrients may help prevent, or at least slow the progress of, age-related vision loss caused by conditions such as cataracts and macular degeneration. July 19, 12:30-1:30 p.m., free. MEDICATIONS FOR A HEALTHIER HEART A discussion of medications used to manage heart failure and how to help your meds work best for you. Aug. 2, 10-11 a.m., free. FEELING BREATHLESS? COPD is one of the most common lung diseases and causes of death in older people. Learn the signs, symptoms and various treatment options. Aug. 16, 12:30-1:30 p.m., free.
Neurological & Movement Disorders The Evergreen Neuroscience Institute offers classes and support groups to aid patients living with a variety of neurological diseases and movement disorders. PARKINSON’S TELEHEALTH View live, interactive educational talks designed to help patients and families improve their knowledge of Parkinson’s disease. May 14, June 11, July 9, Aug. 13, 2-3:30 p.m., free. DANCE FOR PARKINSON’S Learn to stretch and strengthen muscles, focusing on balance and rhythm through many styles of dance. Eight-week session begins June 9, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., free.
COMMUNICATION GROUP Improve your communication skills. For those with stroke, Parkinson’s or other neurological changes. June 14, July 12, Aug. 9, Sept. 13, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., $5. NEUROLOGICAL EXERCISE GROUP Gentle stretch and strength exercises done standing or in a chair. Four-week sessions begin May 29, 31, June 26, July 24, 26, Aug. 21, 23, 1-1:50 p.m., $20. FROM-THE-GROUND-UP STRENGTH AND FLEXIBILITY This mat-oriented class includes elements of yoga, tai chi, dumbbell exercise and exercise bands. Four-week sessions begin June 4, July 2, July 30, Aug. 27, 2-3 p.m., $20. LIVING WELL AFTER STROKE Information and support for stroke survivors and their care partners. June 5, July 3, Aug. 7, Sept. 4, 2-3 p.m., free. THERAPEUTIC YOGA FOR MS Restore, renew and regenerate your energy. Therapeutic yoga for people living with MS develops mind-body awareness, stability, coordination and balance, and calms your nervous system. Class is accessible for all levels and capacity. Six-week series begin June 19, Sept. 4, 9:30-10:45 a.m., $30. THERAPEUTIC YOGA FOR MS WORKSHOP Whether you are a new or returning student, this workshop will refine your proprioception and help you cultivate a healing relationship with your body. Class is accessible for all levels and capacity; no previous yoga experience necessary. This class can be taken independently or in conjunction with our ongoing Therapeutic Yoga for MS classes offered at Evergreen. June 9, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., $20.
Disease Management DIABETES HEALTH Our diabetes classes cover fundamentals to advanced topics. Call 425.899.3008 or visit www.evergreenhospital.org/diabetes for class schedule. CARDIAC HEALTH Evergreen’s Cardiovascular Health and Wellness Center offers wellness programs to improve your heart health. Call 425.899.3770 or visit www.evergreenhospital.org/ cardiohealth for information.
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 begin May 15, Sept. 11, 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.
For dates, times and 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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CLASSES
MATERNITY CENTER TOUR A free 20-minute tour ideal for friends and family, and for those researching their birthing center options. Registration required; also offered in Spanish. LABOR & BIRTH BASICS This core series for first-time parents covers labor and birth, infant feeding, pain management options, cesarean birth and postpartum. Includes maternity center tour, $145/ couple. We also offer the series for teens and for multiples, $120/couple. 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. SIBLINGS CLASS Prepare siblings for the arrival of a new baby. Includes a tour of the Family Maternity Center. For children ages 2 to 6. Parents attend with children. $15 for one child and $25 for multiple. DADS ONLY Learn the first steps to becoming a great dad, based on cutting-edge insights from psychology and developmental theory. $25.
HEALTHY EATING FOR PREGNANCY AND BEYOND Improve your diet with practical tips on shopping, dining out, healthy snacking and more. $15.
HAPPIEST BABY ON THE BLOCK Learn how to soothe even the fussiest baby in minutes. $60/couple. Fee includes CD and DVD.
BREASTFEEDING YOUR OLDER BABY & CHILD Education and support for moms continuing to breastfeed beyond the first six months. $10.
YOGA FOR PREGNANCY Strengthen childbearing muscles, increase flexibility during pregnancy, and learn deep relaxation for lifelong health. Locations in Kirkland or Redmond. Sessions and price vary.
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 parent/grandparent, plus $19 supply fee payable at first class.
BABYSITTING BASICS Students ages 11 to 16 learn the developmental differences of children, proper hygiene and care for infants and children, good nutrition and first aid techniques. $40.
PELVIC HEALTH CLASS Learn how to minimize pain during pregnancy and birth, optimize healing, and avoid future pelvic floor issues. $20.
Baby Care & Safety DAY ABOUT BABY Learn about diapering, bathing, soothing, infant carriers and more. $75/couple. BREASTFEEDING BASICS AND BEYOND Information about breastfeeding, special feeding needs, breast pumps, partner’s involvement, breast milk collection and storage. $35/couple. CAR SEAT SAFETY Learn about selecting and using a car seat specific to your needs. $10/couple.
CONSCIOUS FATHERING Learn about your baby’s needs and how to contribute to the all-important “father effect.” $40.
CAR SEAT INSPECTION Have your car seat checked by a certified safety technician. Free.
FIT4BABY PROGRAM A total-body interval workout adjusted to the various pregnancy phases of the attendees. Includes cardio, strength training and flexibility exercises. Six-week session, $90.
BRINGING BABY HOME WORKSHOP Expectant couples learn how to cope with the normal stressors of becoming parents. Two-day workshop, $150/couple.
PARENT-BABY CLASSES Weekly discussions of agespecific baby topics and support from other new parents. Visit www.evergreenhospital. org/parent-baby for schedule. Class for babies 0-3 months is free; $97 for 3-6, 6-9, 9-12 and 12-15 months. NEW! TODDLER SERIES This four-week evening parenting series, taught by Parent-Baby class instructors, will cover toddler development from 15 months to 3 years old. Weekly topics: Development, Potty Training, Feeding a Growing Toddler, Discipline and Self-Esteem. $80/one or both parents. THIS IS NOT WHAT I EXPECTED Support for new parents experiencing symptoms of postpartum distress. Meets the first and third Thursdays of the month, free. For more information, call 425.899.3602.
BABY & FAMILY BOUTIQUE Clothing, nursing bras and supplies for pregnancy, breastfeeding and your newborn. Visit www.evergreenhospital. org/boutique.
Cancer Lifeline at EvergreenHealth Evergreen and Cancer Lifeline are partnering to offer classes and support groups for cancer patients and their families. For program descriptions and a class schedule, or to register for programs, visit www.cancerlifeline.org or call 206.297.2500 or 1.800.255.5505.
STARTING SOLIDS Learn practical and researchbased information on the healthy feeding of solid foods for babies 4 to 12 months old. $25.
For dates, times and 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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CLASSES
Senior Health Classes Evergreen 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. AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM Interested in improving your driving skills and possibly receiving an insurance discount? This program, designed and conducted by AARP, provides eight hours of classroom instruction, covering the effects of aging and medication on driving, basic driving rules, license renewal and more. June 9, July 14, Aug. 11, Sept. 8, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., $12 AARP members, $14 nonmembers. CHOLESTEROL AND DIABETES SCREENING Screening will include fasting full-panel cholesterol test and glucose. Results will be given before you go home! Limit 25 participants; must register for time slot. May 17, 8:30-10:30 a.m., free. SELF-CARE AND EXERCISE Learn how to optimize your cardiovascular health through exercise and lifestyle choices that are right for you. June 7, 10-11 a.m., free. BE GOOD TO YOUR FEET We will discuss aspects of injury prevention for the foot and ankle, as well as overall good foot care. June 21, 12:30-1:30 p.m., free.
NUTRITION AND EYE CARE Research is showing a link between good nutrition and maintaining healthy eyes. Learn what nutrients may help prevent, or at least slow the progress of, age-related vision loss caused by conditions such as cataracts and macular degeneration. July 19, 12:30-1:30 p.m., free. MEDICATIONS FOR A HEALTHIER HEART A discussion of medications used to manage heart failure and how to help your meds work best for you. Aug. 2, 10-11 a.m., free. FEELING BREATHLESS? COPD is one of the most common lung diseases and causes of death in older people. Learn the signs, symptoms and various treatment options. Aug. 16, 12:30-1:30 p.m., free.
Neurological & Movement Disorders The Evergreen Neuroscience Institute offers classes and support groups to aid patients living with a variety of neurological diseases and movement disorders. PARKINSON’S TELEHEALTH View live, interactive educational talks designed to help patients and families improve their knowledge of Parkinson’s disease. May 14, June 11, July 9, Aug. 13, 2-3:30 p.m., free. DANCE FOR PARKINSON’S Learn to stretch and strengthen muscles, focusing on balance and rhythm through many styles of dance. Eight-week session begins June 9, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., free.
COMMUNICATION GROUP Improve your communication skills. For those with stroke, Parkinson’s or other neurological changes. June 14, July 12, Aug. 9, Sept. 13, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., $5. NEUROLOGICAL EXERCISE GROUP Gentle stretch and strength exercises done standing or in a chair. Four-week sessions begin May 29, 31, June 26, July 24, 26, Aug. 21, 23, 1-1:50 p.m., $20. FROM-THE-GROUND-UP STRENGTH AND FLEXIBILITY This mat-oriented class includes elements of yoga, tai chi, dumbbell exercise and exercise bands. Four-week sessions begin June 4, July 2, July 30, Aug. 27, 2-3 p.m., $20. LIVING WELL AFTER STROKE Information and support for stroke survivors and their care partners. June 5, July 3, Aug. 7, Sept. 4, 2-3 p.m., free. THERAPEUTIC YOGA FOR MS Restore, renew and regenerate your energy. Therapeutic yoga for people living with MS develops mind-body awareness, stability, coordination and balance, and calms your nervous system. Class is accessible for all levels and capacity. Six-week series begin June 19, Sept. 4, 9:30-10:45 a.m., $30. THERAPEUTIC YOGA FOR MS WORKSHOP Whether you are a new or returning student, this workshop will refine your proprioception and help you cultivate a healing relationship with your body. Class is accessible for all levels and capacity; no previous yoga experience necessary. This class can be taken independently or in conjunction with our ongoing Therapeutic Yoga for MS classes offered at Evergreen. June 9, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., $20.
Disease Management DIABETES HEALTH Our diabetes classes cover fundamentals to advanced topics. Call 425.899.3008 or visit www.evergreenhospital.org/diabetes for class schedule. CARDIAC HEALTH Evergreen’s Cardiovascular Health and Wellness Center offers wellness programs to improve your heart health. Call 425.899.3770 or visit www.evergreenhospital.org/ cardiohealth for information.
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 begin May 15, Sept. 11, 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.
For dates, times and 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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CLASSES
MATERNITY CENTER TOUR A free 20-minute tour ideal for friends and family, and for those researching their birthing center options. Registration required; also offered in Spanish. LABOR & BIRTH BASICS This core series for first-time parents covers labor and birth, infant feeding, pain management options, cesarean birth and postpartum. Includes maternity center tour, $145/ couple. We also offer the series for teens and for multiples, $120/couple. 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. SIBLINGS CLASS Prepare siblings for the arrival of a new baby. Includes a tour of the Family Maternity Center. For children ages 2 to 6. Parents attend with children. $15 for one child and $25 for multiple. DADS ONLY Learn the first steps to becoming a great dad, based on cutting-edge insights from psychology and developmental theory. $25.
HEALTHY EATING FOR PREGNANCY AND BEYOND Improve your diet with practical tips on shopping, dining out, healthy snacking and more. $15.
HAPPIEST BABY ON THE BLOCK Learn how to soothe even the fussiest baby in minutes. $60/couple. Fee includes CD and DVD.
BREASTFEEDING YOUR OLDER BABY & CHILD Education and support for moms continuing to breastfeed beyond the first six months. $10.
YOGA FOR PREGNANCY Strengthen childbearing muscles, increase flexibility during pregnancy, and learn deep relaxation for lifelong health. Locations in Kirkland or Redmond. Sessions and price vary.
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 parent/grandparent, plus $19 supply fee payable at first class.
BABYSITTING BASICS Students ages 11 to 16 learn the developmental differences of children, proper hygiene and care for infants and children, good nutrition and first aid techniques. $40.
PELVIC HEALTH CLASS Learn how to minimize pain during pregnancy and birth, optimize healing, and avoid future pelvic floor issues. $20.
Baby Care & Safety DAY ABOUT BABY Learn about diapering, bathing, soothing, infant carriers and more. $75/couple. BREASTFEEDING BASICS AND BEYOND Information about breastfeeding, special feeding needs, breast pumps, partner’s involvement, breast milk collection and storage. $35/couple. CAR SEAT SAFETY Learn about selecting and using a car seat specific to your needs. $10/couple.
CONSCIOUS FATHERING Learn about your baby’s needs and how to contribute to the all-important “father effect.” $40.
CAR SEAT INSPECTION Have your car seat checked by a certified safety technician. Free.
FIT4BABY PROGRAM A total-body interval workout adjusted to the various pregnancy phases of the attendees. Includes cardio, strength training and flexibility exercises. Six-week session, $90.
BRINGING BABY HOME WORKSHOP Expectant couples learn how to cope with the normal stressors of becoming parents. Two-day workshop, $150/couple.
PARENT-BABY CLASSES Weekly discussions of agespecific baby topics and support from other new parents. Visit www.evergreenhospital. org/parent-baby for schedule. Class for babies 0-3 months is free; $97 for 3-6, 6-9, 9-12 and 12-15 months. NEW! TODDLER SERIES This four-week evening parenting series, taught by Parent-Baby class instructors, will cover toddler development from 15 months to 3 years old. Weekly topics: Development, Potty Training, Feeding a Growing Toddler, Discipline and Self-Esteem. $80/one or both parents. THIS IS NOT WHAT I EXPECTED Support for new parents experiencing symptoms of postpartum distress. Meets the first and third Thursdays of the month, free. For more information, call 425.899.3602.
BABY & FAMILY BOUTIQUE Clothing, nursing bras and supplies for pregnancy, breastfeeding and your newborn. Visit www.evergreenhospital. org/boutique.
Cancer Lifeline at EvergreenHealth Evergreen and Cancer Lifeline are partnering to offer classes and support groups for cancer patients and their families. For program descriptions and a class schedule, or to register for programs, visit www.cancerlifeline.org or call 206.297.2500 or 1.800.255.5505.
STARTING SOLIDS Learn practical and researchbased information on the healthy feeding of solid foods for babies 4 to 12 months old. $25.
For dates, times and 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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EVERGREEN HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION
EVERGREEN HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION
2012 Evergreen Gala Our 11th annual Evergreen Gala was a great success and raised $ to support the Breast Health Center at EvergreenHealth. It was a spectacular evening during which guests enjoyed fine dining catered by Lisa Dupar Catering and fabulous wines provided by Baer Winery.
More than 700 business and community leaders, physicians and patrons of EvergreenHealth came together on April 28 for an incredible “Esplendor de España,” which was held under the stars at Marymoor Park in an impressive 35,000-square-foot freestanding tent, complete with Spanish courtyard.
Through the generous support of our sponsors and guests, Evergreen will purchase a tomosynthesis unit for our mobile mammography coach, making EvergreenHealth the first in the county to put this breakthrough three-dimensional breast cancer detection technology out on the road, serving patients and the community.
Our thanks for the incredible support we received from auction contributors and our wonderful 2012 Sponsors, who include:
Fashion for a Cause An Exclusive Fashion’s Night Out Preview benefiting EvergreenHealth’s Breast Health Center
EvergreenHealth and Neiman Marcus are teaming
up for the inaugural Fashion for a Cause—An Exclusive Fashions’ Night Out Preview benefiting EvergreenHealth’s Breast Health Center. Wednesday, September 5— Neiman Marcus at The Shops at The Bravern
Proceeds will support uncompensated care for screening mammograms at EvergreenHealth’s Breast Health Center. For more information on this exclusive event, call 425.899.1900 or go to www.EvergreenHospitalFoundation.org.
This VIP cocktail event is a private fashion preview and a limited number of tickets will be available. It will feature a fashion runway show spotlighting the season’s hottest trends and much more.
A Special Thank You to This Evening’s Sponsors Upcoming Event Calendar PRESENTING
Elling and Barbara Halvorson
Cymetrix
Ann Liberto – Cobalt Mortgage
Wells Fargo
Radia
Evergreen Surgical Clinic / Proliance Surgeons, Inc.
Corrigan Partners, LLC
Rural/Metro Ambulance Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
Fortune Bank
MedData
DIAMOND Al and Donna DeYoung
Encore Creative Productions
Kempf & Company
Stella DeYoung and Family
SILVER
Miller Nash
Marsh USA Inc.
Puget Sound Institute of Pathology
Cigna
Modern Medical Systems Co.
Matrix Anesthesia, P.S.
Angelina Wallent- John L.Scott
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
Orthopedics International
Thomas Cuisine Management
PLATINUM
Evergreen Orthopedic Center
Whidbey Coffee Company
Denali Advanced Integration EvergreenHealth Medical Staff
Payden & Rygel Investment Management
Pediatrix and Obstetrix Medical Group
Evergreen Surgical Center
Snoqualmie Casino
First Choice Health
United Healthcare
Livengood, Fitzgerald & Alskog, PLLC
BRONZE Aegis Living
Merchant Credit Association SonoSite, Inc.
EvergreenHealth / Eastside Cardiology Evergreen Emergency Services
PATRON TICKETS
SoundMark Wealth Management, LLC
Wilson Anhar
Washington Dental Service
Don & Meg Briggs
Williams & Williams PSC
Dr. William & Kate Ericson
Wood Harbinger
Nancy & Ben Remak
UNDERWRITING DONATIONS
Michael Schaedig
Aon Hewitt Arscentia / Firmani
GOLD
Premera Blue Cross
Ash Consulting CB Richard Ellis Cerner Corporation
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Tim & Lisa Baer
Advent Print Resources
BEST SEATS IN THE HOUSE
Athena Water Baer Winery
Jay Cooley – Renton Collections, Inc.
BarclayDean
Majdi and Dana Daher
SAVE THE DATE!
Rose Garden Ceremony—Wednesday, July 18 Honoring the memories of deceased loved ones Gene & Irene Wockner Hospice Center at EvergreenHealth –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Get Your Rear in Gear 5K Run—Sunday, November 4 Benefitting colon cancer awareness King County’s Marymoor Park –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Seasons of Hope—Thursday, November 15 Benefitting hospice and palliative care services at EvergreenHealth Lynnwood Convention Center
For more information on any of these events or other information, please contact the Evergreen Healthcare Foundation at 425.899.1900 or go to www.EvergreenHospitalFoundation.org.
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EVERGREEN HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION
EVERGREEN HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION
2012 Evergreen Gala Our 11th annual Evergreen Gala was a great success and raised $ to support the Breast Health Center at EvergreenHealth. It was a spectacular evening during which guests enjoyed fine dining catered by Lisa Dupar Catering and fabulous wines provided by Baer Winery.
More than 700 business and community leaders, physicians and patrons of EvergreenHealth came together on April 28 for an incredible “Esplendor de España,” which was held under the stars at Marymoor Park in an impressive 35,000-square-foot freestanding tent, complete with Spanish courtyard.
Through the generous support of our sponsors and guests, Evergreen will purchase a tomosynthesis unit for our mobile mammography coach, making EvergreenHealth the first in the county to put this breakthrough three-dimensional breast cancer detection technology out on the road, serving patients and the community.
Our thanks for the incredible support we received from auction contributors and our wonderful 2012 Sponsors, who include:
Fashion for a Cause An Exclusive Fashion’s Night Out Preview benefiting EvergreenHealth’s Breast Health Center
EvergreenHealth and Neiman Marcus are teaming
up for the inaugural Fashion for a Cause—An Exclusive Fashions’ Night Out Preview benefiting EvergreenHealth’s Breast Health Center. Wednesday, September 5— Neiman Marcus at The Shops at The Bravern
Proceeds will support uncompensated care for screening mammograms at EvergreenHealth’s Breast Health Center. For more information on this exclusive event, call 425.899.1900 or go to www.EvergreenHospitalFoundation.org.
This VIP cocktail event is a private fashion preview and a limited number of tickets will be available. It will feature a fashion runway show spotlighting the season’s hottest trends and much more.
A Special Thank You to This Evening’s Sponsors Upcoming Event Calendar PRESENTING
Elling and Barbara Halvorson
Cymetrix
Ann Liberto – Cobalt Mortgage
Wells Fargo
Radia
Evergreen Surgical Clinic / Proliance Surgeons, Inc.
Corrigan Partners, LLC
Rural/Metro Ambulance Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
Fortune Bank
MedData
DIAMOND Al and Donna DeYoung
Encore Creative Productions
Kempf & Company
Stella DeYoung and Family
SILVER
Miller Nash
Marsh USA Inc.
Puget Sound Institute of Pathology
Cigna
Modern Medical Systems Co.
Matrix Anesthesia, P.S.
Angelina Wallent- John L.Scott
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
Orthopedics International
Thomas Cuisine Management
PLATINUM
Evergreen Orthopedic Center
Whidbey Coffee Company
Denali Advanced Integration EvergreenHealth Medical Staff
Payden & Rygel Investment Management
Pediatrix and Obstetrix Medical Group
Evergreen Surgical Center
Snoqualmie Casino
First Choice Health
United Healthcare
Livengood, Fitzgerald & Alskog, PLLC
BRONZE Aegis Living
Merchant Credit Association SonoSite, Inc.
EvergreenHealth / Eastside Cardiology Evergreen Emergency Services
PATRON TICKETS
SoundMark Wealth Management, LLC
Wilson Anhar
Washington Dental Service
Don & Meg Briggs
Williams & Williams PSC
Dr. William & Kate Ericson
Wood Harbinger
Nancy & Ben Remak
UNDERWRITING DONATIONS
Michael Schaedig
Aon Hewitt Arscentia / Firmani
GOLD
Premera Blue Cross
Ash Consulting CB Richard Ellis Cerner Corporation
18 EVERGREEN MONITOR // Spring 2012
Tim & Lisa Baer
Advent Print Resources
BEST SEATS IN THE HOUSE
Athena Water Baer Winery
Jay Cooley – Renton Collections, Inc.
BarclayDean
Majdi and Dana Daher
SAVE THE DATE!
Rose Garden Ceremony—Wednesday, July 18 Honoring the memories of deceased loved ones Gene & Irene Wockner Hospice Center at EvergreenHealth –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Get Your Rear in Gear 5K Run—Sunday, November 4 Benefitting colon cancer awareness King County’s Marymoor Park –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Seasons of Hope—Thursday, November 15 Benefitting hospice and palliative care services at EvergreenHealth Lynnwood Convention Center
For more information on any of these events or other information, please contact the Evergreen Healthcare Foundation at 425.899.1900 or go to www.EvergreenHospitalFoundation.org.
EVERGREEN MONITOR // Spring 2012 19
12040 NE 128th Street Kirkland, WA 98034 www.evergreenhospital.org
EVERGREENHEALTH BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AL DEYOUNG Bothell/Duvall/Woodinville
Extended Hours to Better Serve You We make health care easy and convenient, with six
primary care clinics, two urgent care centers and two 24/7 emergency departments. Our primary care centers offer night and weekend hours, with Sunday walk-in care available at Canyon Park.
PRIMARY CARE
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
URGENT CARE
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
EMERGENCY CARE
Evergreen Hospital 12040 NE 128th St Kirkland 425.899.1700 Redmond Medical Center 8980 161st Ave. NE Redmond 425.899.1111
Hours: M-F 8 a.m.-8 p.m. S-S 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Redmond 8980 161st Ave. NE 425.899.2273 Sammamish 22850 NE 8th, #103 425.898.0305
Evergreen Primary, Urgent and Emergency Care
Woodinville 16916 140th Ave. NE 425.481.6363
For hours and directions, see our website at www.evergreenhospital.org/primarycare or www.evergreenhospital.org/emergency. Call our 24-Hour Nurse Line and Physician Referral, 425.899.3000.
JEANETTE GREENFIELD At Large 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 EvergreenHealth Medical Center. Its contents are not intended to replace professional health care. See your health care professional for information relevant to your medical history. Editor: Gail Neubert, 425.899.1881 Photography: Keith Brofsky, Larry Gill Design: Arscentia EvergreenHealth is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. For career opportunities at EvergreenHealth, visit our website at www.evergreenhospital.org Follow EvergreenHealth on: FACEBOOK: facebook.com/ evergreenhospital.org TWITTER: @EvergreenHosp
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