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ST. ANTHONY HOSPITAL AND THE OTHER SERVICES OF FRANCISCAN HEALTH SYSTEM

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Joint Camp needs your help See page 5

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Calendar of Events Franciscan Health System • SPRING 2012

Find your new health care professional today! 3 PRIMARY CARE Keep current with immunizations

5 PATIENT PROFILE Former fire chief raves about Joint Camp. You can help, too.

Daniel Clerc, MD

DANIEL CLERC, MD Family Medicine ›› Enumclaw Medical Center 360-825-6511 3021 Griffin Ave. Enumclaw

Gary Pingrey, DO

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GARY PINGREY, DO Family Medicine ›› Gig Harbor Medical Clinic 253-858-9192 6401 Kimball Drive N.W., Suite 201 Gig Harbor

Get help for your ailing feet

11 WEIGHT LOSS A little weight loss may help reduce incontinence

12 FHSHEALTH.ORG Newly redesigned site has a treasure trove of free health information

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Troy Houseworth, MD

Troy Houseworth, MD ›› St. Francis Weight Loss Surgery Clinic 253-275-6030 200 S. 333rd St., Suite 150 Federal Way

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Know your health risks! ›› When it comes to health conditions and diseases, early detection is key. Get insight into your health risks at www.knowmyhealthrisk.org. The assessments are simple, quick— and may just keep you healthy!

Sign up for free health talks ›› Interested in attending? Get more information or register by visiting the Franciscan website at www.FHShealth.org/classes or calling 888-825-3227 toll-free.

Paul Schmidt, DO

PAUL SCHMIDT, DO Family Medicine ›› University Place Medical Clinic 253-564-0170 7210 40th St. W., Suite 100 University Place

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The percentage of unvaccinated school-age children in Washington has climbed to 6.2 percent, or one in 20 kindergarten students, posing a signifiJeff Harrison, DO cant health risk. Pertussis, or whooping cough, has reached epidemic levels this year in Washington state, an example of the danger caused by opting out or under-immunizing children. According to a recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Washington state has the highest rate of unvaccinated children in the U.S. The success of vaccines in the last 30 years has caused people to forget the dangers of opting out of immunizations, says Jeff Harrison, DO, a family medicine physician with the Franciscan Medical Group. “The number of parents choosing to

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not immunize their children is growing,” Dr. Harrison says. “In the past, parents chose for religious or social reasons to not have children immunized. Recently parents are making this decision based on concerns about vaccinations, which are mostly incorrect.” People talk with friends and family to make health care decisions, he says. The problem is there has been a lot of misinformation concerning the safety of vaccines. According to the CDC, experts, including groups such as the Academy of Pediatrics and the Institute of Medicine, have not found a link between vaccinations and medical conditions such as autism. In fact, the threat of vaccinationpreventable disease is a much more realistic concern that parents need to be aware of with the global movement within communities. Immunizations are important in preventing disease and protecting communities.

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Find your doctor at Franciscan Medical Group. Call 888-825-3227 or go to www.SouthSoundDoctors.org.

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Immunizations stop or slow the spread of infectious diseases in communities by lowering the number of people who could host the diseases, which is a principle called “herd immunity,” Dr. Harrison adds. Without hosts, the diseases can’t spread and the entire herd is protected. It is important to see a primary care physician to talk about immunizations and find out the facts before making the decision to opt out of any immunization. “There aren’t any immunizations people should opt out of,” Dr. Harrison adds. “We vaccinate against diseases to protect individuals from diseases that are potentially deadly.”

The success of vaccines in the last 30 years has caused people to forget the dangers of opting out of immunizations, says Jeff Harrison, DO, a family medicine physician with the Franciscan Medical Group.

Are your children’s vaccines up to date? In June, a new Washington state law will take effect requiring an informational visit with your primary care provider for children to attend school without the required vaccinations. Below are the required vaccines for children to attend public schools in Washington. Age

Newborns to 3 years

12 months to 3 years

4 years to 10 years

11 years to 18 years

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Hep B (3 doses)

MMR (1 dose)

DTaP (5th dose given)

Tdap (1 dose)

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DTaP (4 doses)

Varivax (1 dose)

IPV (4th dose given)

Meningococcal (2 doses)

HiB (4 doses)

Hep A (2 doses)

MMR (2nd dose given)

HPV (3 doses)

IPV (3 doses)

Varivax (2nd dose given)

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Spring sprains and strains? Turn to Prompt Care Ah, springtime! Gardening, golf games and house projects are in full swing. Unfortunately, so are sore backs and sprained ankles. “Every day, we see patients in need of X-rays who were referred to us by physicians in the community,” says Betti Wilson, clinic manager for St. Anthony

Prompt Care. Walk-in X-rays are available for anything from sprains and strains to chest conditions like pneumonia. “Our uptown location and extended hours make our X-ray services convenient for patients, and we’re committed to getting them in and out quickly, most of

the time in under 30 minutes.” The clinic’s physicians and providers are also trained to attend to occupational health issues, as well as urgent and general medical needs.“It’s so satisfying to know we’re able to care for people when their own physicians are unavailable, or if they have no primary care provider of their own,” says Wilson. No appointment needed

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From colds and bug bites to sports physicals and sports injuries, St. Anthony Prompt Care is the place to turn for your urgent care needs. St. Anthony Prompt Care is located in the St. Anthony Medical Building at 4700 Point Fosdick Drive N.W., across from the Uptown Gig Harbor shopping center.

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A member of the American College of Physicians, Dr. Holtzclaw earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland, and completed his medical residency at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda. He also served as a flight surgeon in the United States Navy.

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Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. To learn more about St. Anthony Prompt Care’s services and providers, call 253-853-2050 or visit FHShealth.org/prompt.

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Franciscan welcomes Dr. Holtzclaw to Port Orchard Franciscan Medical Group is pleased to welcome internal medicine physician Reid Holtzclaw, MD, to Port Orchard Medical Clinic. Board certified in internal medicine, Dr. Holtzclaw has a broad understanding of the many subspecialties involved in treating the whole person, inside and out, and promotes healthy aging. He holds a lifelong passion for medicine, and offers personal, comprehensive care for adults.

Schedule an Appointment Port Orchard Medical Clinic 451 S.W. Sedgwick Road, Suite 110 Port Orchard, WA 98367 Reid Holtzclaw, MD To schedule an appointment, call 360-874-5900.

St. Anthony Hospital

Joint Camp participants share an array of fun activities, including a miniature golf tournament.

Joint Camp speeds surgical recovery No pain, no cane!

For more than 30 years, former fire chief Mike Brown pushed through the pain. But his knee—first injured playing football in the Marine Corps, then re-injured when he fell through a roof while on duty—finally gave out. “I tried not to let it limit me or make me old, but the pain was constant,” the Allyn resident says. After five surgeries over three decades, Mike underwent a complete knee replacement, performed by Franciscan Medical Group orthopedic surgeon Robert Yancey, MD. Mike credits his speedy recovery to Joint Camp, a special program that removes the mystery from joint replacement surgery. “The Joint Camp concept provides the opportunity for education and mutual

Your generous gift in support of the St. Anthony Joint Camp Campaign will make a positive impact on joint replacement surgery patients, like Mike Brown. support for patients during the toughest time of the joint replacement process,” says Dr.Yancey, who has a practice at the Harbor Orthopedic Clinic in Gig Harbor. “The pre-operative educational component eases the anxiety of upcoming surgery—and the post-operative component provides an atmosphere of mutual support which aids the healing process considerably.” Patients are put into small groups and go through the entire process together. The atmosphere of camaraderie and

HELP JOINT CAMP SECURE A NEW HOME St. Anthony Hospital and its orthopedic surgeons have quickly acquired a reputation for excellence. Joint replacement patients now represent the hospital’s largest surgical population. As community need grows, Joint Camp has outgrown the space originally designed for group activities. We now turn to the community to help us serve more of our

intensive rehabilitation helps encourage campers, who in turn experience shorter hospital stays and speedier recoveries. “The staff knew exactly what each of us needed,” Mike says. “Plus, they gave us competitive things to do with each other that helped us push a little harder. It was a wonderful experience.” Mike was back to work just 10 days after surgery. Within a month, he felt better than he had in the last 20 years and was golfing, biking, kayaking and working around the house and yard.

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neighbors needing joint replacement close to home. Help support this program proven to support excellent surgical outcomes and high patient and family satisfaction. To learn more about the Joint Camp program or how you can support this vital initiative, please contact the Franciscan Foundation’s David Snow at 253-857-1432 or davidsnow@FHShealth.org.

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Family medicine

Know your family’s health history You have mom’s hair and dad’s height. That’s great, but genes can also pass down chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, and some cancers. Learn your family health history to help gauge your risk for disease. Then do all you can to head it off. If you know your grandfather died of a heart attack, you might want to quit smoking. If your aunt had breast cancer, and you’re a woman, you might want to get a mammogram. Environment, culture and lifestyle also play roles in your risk for disease. You can’t change your genes, but you can modify your lifestyle to reduce your risks. If you know that you might have a genetic risk for a chronic disease, modifying your

lifestyle might be even more important for you. To find out what your family risks are, ask people on both sides of your family. Start with your parents, siblings and children. Next come grandparents, aunts and uncles, and nieces and nephews. Need help organizing your findings? Check “My Family Health Portrait” on the U.S. Surgeon General’s website, www.hhs.gov/familyhistory. Keep copies for yourself, family and doctors.

What to ask each family member

• Common chronic diseases. These include heart disease, diabetes, neurological diseases, hemophilia, cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia, stroke and cancer. Get as much specific information about these diseases as you can. • Other serious medical conditions, such as pregnancy complications or birth defects. • Age at onset of disease. • Ethnicity. Some conditions are more common in certain ethnic groups. • Also ask about family members no longer living: What was the age at death and cause? What it means

These are instances when you may face a greater health risk because of a family history of illness: • The disease occurred at an earlier age (in some cases). • The disease occurred in more than one close relative on the same side of the family. • The disease occurred in combination with another disease, for instance, your mother had both breast and colon cancer. • The disease occurred in a gender not normally prone to it, such as breast cancer in males.

Primary care clinics close to home Gig Harbor Medical Clinic 6401 Kimball Drive N.W., Suite 201 Gig Harbor, WA 253-858-9192

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Port Orchard Medical Clinic 451 S.W. Sedgwick Road, Suite 110 Port Orchard, WA 360-874-5900

St. Anthony Medical Clinic 4700 Pt. Fosdick Drive N.W., Suite 202 Gig Harbor, WA 253-858-9192

Baby steps Get ready for a healthy pregnancy

If you’re thinking about having a baby, think about this: The best time to prepare for a healthy pregnancy is before you conceive. Here are 10 steps to take if you’re considering a pregnancy:

Can we talk? Sit down with your partner and talk honestly. Planning a pregnancy together will make it a happier time for both of you.

See your doctor. Make an appointment with your doctor before you try to conceive. Talk to him or her about your health history, diseases that run in your family and any prescription or over-the-counter medications you take.

Nice shot! Make sure you are up to date on all your vaccinations. Certain diseases, such as chicken pox, can hurt a developing baby.

Strength in numbers. To prevent birth defects, take 400 micrograms of folic acid every day for at least one month before you get pregnant and during early pregnancy. Folic acid helps a baby’s brain and spinal cord to develop.

Weight for it. The American College of Gynecologists says it’s best if you are at a healthy weight before pregnancy. Being overweight can increase your risk for high blood pressure, diabetes during pregnancy and premature delivery.

Food for thought. Ditch the chips and fast food, and get into the habit of eating delicious, healthy foods now. After you are pregnant, anything you eat also feeds your baby.

The right fit. Being active may help you have an easier pregnancy and delivery. When you become pregnant, don’t overdo it—talk with your doctor about how much activity and what kinds of activity are right for you.

Just say no! Starting now, don’t smoke, drink alcohol or use drugs. These substances can harm a baby’s organs, which begin to form a few weeks after conception. Because you have already been pregnant for at least two weeks before your first missed period, the safest time to stop is before you start trying to conceive.

St. Joseph’s NICU elevated to Level III Good news! St. Joseph Medical Center now offers a Level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). This means that the type and quality of care that we can offer new moms, babies and families is more comprehensive and better than ever: • Moms and their families have access to an expanded continuum of care for newborns, including preemies for as young as 28 weeks’ gestation and as small as just over two pounds. • St. Joseph Medical Center can now care for all babies born at our family birth centers, which means infants born with special medical needs can receive the expert care they need, close to home. • All delivering mothers benefit from enhanced, patient-centered care, with choices that suit their needs and preferences for pain control, water birth, vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC), and other essential factors.

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We are proud to be able to provide our families with this enhanced level of intensive care for at-risk and prematurely born babies.

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Got questions? To learn more about St. Joseph’s NICU, call 888-825-3227.

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Cool it. Don’t soak in a hot tub or a hot bath if there is any possibility that you are pregnant because it may harm your baby.

Hazardous to your health. If you think you may be pregnant, avoid toxic substances, radiation and chemicals such as insect killers. Don’t touch cat feces or rodent droppings. www.FHShealth.org

Heart care

You can prevent or manage heart failure Learning about this common condition—including after a heart attack— can help you avoid or control it In heart failure, your heart can’t pump enough blood and oxygen to feed your body’s organs. Although there’s no cure, you can take steps to help prevent and manage it. Here are answers to some key questions about the condition. What are the symptoms?

People with heart failure may feel a range of symptoms. They can include fatigue, dizziness, shortness of breath, and swelling in the legs and ankles. The condition often comes on gradually, with symptoms worsening over time. For some, symptoms are barely noticeable. Others have symptoms so severe that they are unable to do almost any physical activity. How can I prevent heart failure?

If you have a healthy heart, doing everything you can to prevent any kind of heart disease can also help prevent heart failure: • Eat a heart-healthy, low-fat diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean protein. • Don’t smoke. • Maintain a healthy weight. • Exercise for 30 minutes a day most days of the week. • Don’t use illegal drugs. Certain ailments heighten your risk for heart failure. Treating these problems—which include high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes— can help you avoid heart failure. How do I manage heart failure?

Proper management of this condition is crucial to your well-being and longevity: • Reduce your salt intake. The sodium contributes to swelling that strains your heart and worsens symptoms. 8

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• If you’re overweight, lose weight to help your heart work better. • Eat a heart-healthy diet and cut back on foods that are high in cholesterol,

• Refill your prescriptions on time so that you don’t run out. • Take your medications routinely, at the same time each day.

If you have had a heart attack “Taking aggressive action to manage your symptoms as effectively as you can immediately after a heart attack can prevent or delay heart failure.” —R osemary Peterson, MD, cardiologist, medical director of Franciscan’s Heart Failure Clinic. trans fat and saturated fat. Exercise regularly. Ask your doctor what exercise routine to follow. • Take your medications as directed: • Never skip doses. • Don’t change your dosage or stop taking a medication without clearance from your doctor.

• Bring all medications, or a list with dosages, to your doctor visits. Make any other lifestyle changes recommended by your doctor. Working closely with your health care team can slow the progression of heart failure and manage symptoms so you can enjoy life more.

Seven minutes online could save your life! Take the free online St. Joseph HeartAware risk assessment Half of the people at risk for heart disease don’t know it. Their first symptom will be a heart attack. Heart disease can often be predicted—and prevented. Take the HeartAware evaluation today. If you’re not at risk, you’ll have peace of mind. If you are at risk, you can get a FREE heart health screening appointment at St. Joseph Heart & Vascular Center. Go to www.HealthyHeartCheck.org today.

Patient story

Attitude makes the difference

St. Joseph Heart Failure Clinic helps Hall of Famer make health gains Forrest “Frosty” Westering is living proof that attitude helps you achieve your best. As head football coach at Pacific Lutheran University, Frosty topped 300 career wins, joining only a handful of coaches to do so and is in the College Football Hall of Fame. He’s also doing the work it takes to keep his heart failure under better control with the help of his team at St. Joseph Heart Failure Clinic in the St. Joseph Medical Pavilion.

breath. I couldn’t walk without stopping,” Frosty says. “Now, the last time they tested me on the cycle, my knees got tired before my heart did!” Frosty is happy to be in the bleachers, supporting his grandchildren’s pursuits on area football

down. He’s glad his team at St. Joseph Medical Center approaches health care with the same helpful spirit. “When I heard the term ‘heart failure,’ I thought, wait a minute! Coaches don’t talk about failure— they talk about success!

what you can be when you are motivated,” he explains. Frosty adds that the affirmation he receives at St. Joseph Medical Center is helping him realize his potential at this stage of the game. “They are winners,” Frosty says.

Frosty stays ahead of the game — and his heart failure — with his care team at St. Joseph Heart Failure Clinic.

Peak performance

As a condition, heart failure means your heart doesn’t pump as well as it used to. This can allow fluid buildup around the heart and lungs that reduces physical stamina. To keep Frosty’s heart functioning at its highest potential, physical therapist Eddie Brewer coaches him in specialized exercise sessions each week. Franciscan cardiologist Rosemary Peterson, MD, monitors his heart health on a regular basis. And clinic provider Patti Aramburu, ARNP, watches his heart failure closely, making adjustments to his regimen, which includes fine-tuning his medications. This steady support has kept Frosty out of the hospital since an initial stay at St. Joseph Medical Center about a year ago. “When I was referred to St. Joseph, I was short of

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fields, baseball diamonds and volleyball courts. Winning spirit

As a Christian coach, with a doctorate in education, Frosty has been an active staff member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and has always felt it’s critical to choose words that build people up, not tear them

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It’s all about your attitude,” says Frosty. So together, he and his care team agreed to use the term ‘remodeling,’ instead of ‘failure.’ Setting goals in positive terms has played an important role in Frosty’s life as a coach and motivational speaker. “You close your gap between what you are and

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of your heart health! If you have been diagnosed with heart failure, your provider may refer you to the St. Joseph Heart Failure Clinic. To learn more, call 253-426-4972 or visit www.FHShealth.org.

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Foot care

Stay a step ahead of foot pain Feet hurt? You’re not alone. One in six Americans has foot problems. Year after year, your feet take a pounding as you run or walk. So as you might imagine, getting older and weighing too Kenneth Brewer, much can increase your risk for foot problems. DPM But poorly fitting shoes can also be to blame for a lot of foot pain, says Kenneth Brewer, DPM, who practices at Franciscan Foot & Ankle Specialists – Gig Harbor. This issue is more commonly found among females than males, he says. Painful conditions influenced by poor footwear include: • Bunions—a bump where the big toe joins the foot • Hammer toes—toes that curl downward tightly • Calluses and corns— thickened skin • Morton’s neuroma—pain most commonly found between the third and fourth toes

running shoes often. • Increase physical activity gradually to avoid overuse injuries. • Keep your feet dry to prevent blisters, fungal infections and warts. • Cut toenails according to the contour or shape of your toe, not straight across, so sharp corners do not snag socks or stockings.

Prevent pain

Not all foot pain can be prevented, but these steps may keep foot pain at bay: • Wear shoes that fit well.Your best bets are shoes with a toe box of adequate width and heels no higher than one to two inches. “If your feet feel good after moderate activity, then it is probably OK. If you have increased pain, then it is probably not OK and changes may be necessary,” says Dr. Brewer. • Wear athletic or supportive shoes when possible. Replace

• Try a shoe insert to absorb shock, provide pressure point relief or control motion. “Choose inserts with your doctor, because they are not for everybody,” cautions Dr. Brewer. • Apply ice packs to reduce pain and swelling after an activity that increases foot pain. • Elevate a painful foot and reduce activity until pain goes away.

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These remedies may help ease existing foot pain:

If you have sudden, severe pain, a lot of swelling or pain doesn’t improve after three to four days, see your doctor, advises Dr. Brewer. Examine your feet

Keeping an eye on your feet is always wise—but it’s critical if you have diabetes or peripheral artery disease. “Look for sores, rashes, areas of discoloration or tenderness and pain, and report these to your doctor,” says Dr. Brewer. Redness or swelling of a joint, an open sore or ulcer or new pain—particularly after a diabetes or peripheral artery disease diagnosis—all require prompt, professional medical care.

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Weight loss

Rushing to the bathroom? A little weight loss may help

Margaret Mercado, MD

If you’re carrying extra pounds, you may be at increased risk for urinary incontinence. But a recent study in Obstetrics & Gynecology shows that shedding just a little weight may greatly reduce incontinence symptoms.These symptoms can range from some loss of urine when you cough or sneeze to an urgent need to use the bathroom. Major changes, even for frequent symptoms

Researchers studied the effects of weight change in 338 overweight or obese women with urinary incontinence. All had a body mass index between 25 and 50 and were provided information on healthy lifestyles or enrolled in a weight loss program. After 18 months, results showed major changes for women who lost just 5 to 10 percent of their initial body weight. These women were up to four times more likely than women who gained weight to report significant improvement in their symptoms. Many of them reduced incontinence episodes each week by 70 percent or more. These results were true even among women who weighed the most and struggled with the most frequent symptoms. The weight loss key? Start with small goals

While weight loss can be tough, it’s not impossible, says Port Orchard Medical Clinic family medicine practitioner Margaret Mercado, MD. Dr. Mercado herself finally lost almost 70 pounds after the birth of her second child two years ago and has been an inspiration to her patients. The key, Dr. Mercado says, is to start with small goals. “Don’t think, ‘I’m going to lose 60 pounds.’ Think, ‘I will lose five pounds in the next two weeks’ or ‘I will lose one pound this week.’” Dr. Mercado does recommend counting calories if you’re able to. “If you know you’re going to log that bite of pie into your smartphone app before you put it in your mouth, you think twice,” she says. Dr. Mercado will also send patients to a dietitian if they need additional one-on-one nutrition guidance. Of course exercise helps, too.“I recommend 45 to 50 minutes, five to six days a week, but it doesn’t have to be all at once,” she says.“Walk 10 minutes in the morning and 10 minutes on your lunch break. It adds up. Not all of us have an hour to spend at the gym—including me!” Talk to your Franciscan physician for help

Losing weight isn’t always easy. But shedding 5 to 10 percent of your overall weight is a reachable goal. For a 200-pound woman, that’s as little as 10 pounds. For help, talk with your Franciscan primary care provider. He or she can help you develop a weight loss plan that’s right for you.

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Online resources

FHShealth.org: a treasure trove of free health information and tools Are you one of the 650,000 people who visited the Franciscan website this year and discovered the free health information, resources and tools? If you haven’t visited our website, here’s what you’re missing! Start at the Health Information section of the website, www.FHShealth.org.You can sign up for events, email a get-well card to patients, and do so much more!

Award-winning Franciscan Health Library

Social media

With more than 3,900 health-related articles and 3,000-plus videos and images, you can learn about everything from arthritis to zinc. The library is also a great resource for students who are working on health-related projects.

• Like us on Franciscan’s Facebook page for health tips and happenings in our community. • Follow us on Twitter and get daily updates about health news and events with experts in your area. • On the Franciscan YouTube channel, you can listen to health experts in the comfort of your own home as they discuss stroke prevention, heart health, weight loss and many more vital health topics. • Check in on Foursquare to keep up with your friends and to discover what’s nearby. (All Franciscan clinics are on Foursquare. Be sure to check in when you go see your doctor.)

Franciscan Symptom Navigator

Is it a cold or a fever? Is my headache serious? The interactive Symptom Navigator guides you through more than 300 symptoms, so that you better understand when to self-treat and when to give your doctor a call. Find a Doctor

Are you looking for a doctor who will work with you to find the best treatment that suits your health care needs and unique lifestyle? Click the Find a Doctor link on FHShealth.org home page for a fast and easy search.

Franciscan’s mobile site HealthAware Risk Assessment

Go to KnowMyHealthRisk.org to learn if you are at risk for potentially critical health conditions—many of which don’t show any signs or symptoms. The seven free risk assessments are: HeartAware, StrokeAware, SleepAware,VascularAware, CancerAware-Breast, CancerAware-Lung and DiabetesAware.

Go to FHShealth.org on your smartphone to get directions and contact information for emergency departments, hospitals, clinics and physicians.

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In the community

The gift of giving Local boy inspires friends and family to give to Franciscan Hospice House Joshua Currey celebrates his January birthday like many young boys. He gathers friends and family together at a popular pizzeria, eats hearty and plays video games. But his celebration diverges from those of most of his friends in one key way: He prefers to give rather than receive. Rather than accept gifts for his birthday, Joshua Joshua decided at Currey (right) has family and friends give to charity. age nine that he didn’t need more toys made him laugh; his mom or gifts right after Christmas. What he really wanted was to liked the flowers in the room that were kept fresh by staff, make a difference in the world. For the last three years, and the whole family commented on how welcoming it he has asked his friends and was to be here at this time family to join him at the pizzeria and donate money to when emotions were high. Joshua is the grandson of the cause of his choice. This Franciscan Health System year, as he turned 11, Joshua employee Connie Pyles, collected $515 in memory of manager of the respiratory his grandfather, Juan Carlos therapy department at St. Santiago, who passed away at Joseph Medical Center. It is Franciscan Hospice House in always such an honor when November 2011. one of our own thinks highly Joshua wanted to honor all enough of us that they allow us the volunteers who were so welcoming and friendly during to care for a family member. Blessings to Joshua and his the two weeks he and his family and to the staff and family were visiting his grandfather at Hospice House. volunteers at Hospice House— you are all truly the angels He especially liked the ice on earth. cream cart volunteers who

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If you have been diagnosed with heart valve disease, or you have symptoms of valve disease but no formal diagnosis, there is a place where you can get answers about your condition. The St. Joseph Heart Valve Clinic offers a convenient, one-stop, single-day appointment where the region’s leading cardiovascular experts will examine you and talk with you about your heart history, perform state-of-the-art diagnostic exams, and work with you to develop a treatment plan to manage or improve your valve health. Some commonly treated conditions include: • Heart murmur • Mitral valve prolapse or regurgitation • Aortic valve prolapse or regurgitation • Aortic or mitral valve stenosis If you want to learn more about valve disease, its effect on your life, and what you can do to keep your heart as healthy as possible, speak to your physician about making an appointment at the St. Joseph Heart Valve Clinic or call 253-426-6700.

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Health Resources & Events F ranciscan H ealth S y stem

ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER 1717 S. J St Tacoma • 253-426-4101

ST. FRANCIS HOSPITAL 34515 Ninth Ave S Federal Way • 253-944-8100

ST. CLARE HOSPITAL 11315 Bridgeport Way S.W. Lakewood • 253-985-1711

ST. ELIZABETH HOSPITAL 1455 Battersby Ave Enumclaw • 360-802-8800

ST. ANTHONY HOSPITAL 11567 Canterwood Blvd N.W. Gig Harbor • 253-530-2000

Most programs and classes are free, but many require registration. For more information, call the number listed.

UPCOMING EVENTS ›› The Peninsula Metric Century Bike Ride The Peninsula Metric Century, organized by the Tacoma Wheelmen’s Bicycle Club and sponsored by Franciscan Health System, is a challenging bike ride through the scenic Kitsap Peninsula. Choose from routes of 29, 44, 62, or 100 miles. Riders will enjoy panoramic waterfront views, rural countryside, and rolling hills on a well-marked course with cue sheet and map, support vehicles, fully stocked rest stops, and dessert at the finish line. Gig Harbor Medical Pavilion, 6401 Kimball Dr. N.W. Gig Harbor Cost: $25 per person, $45 per family Date: Sunday, June 3 Time: Registration begins at 7 a.m. Registration Instructions: Visit www.twbc.org

›› American Cancer Society Relay for Life Multiple locations throughtout June and July. Register online at www.relayforlife.org

›› Enumclaw Street Fair The Enumclaw Street Fair is a fun family event with activities for all ages--a full carnival with rides, games and good ol’ fair food! Whether you enjoy just strolling down Cole Street visiting the many vendors, or sitting and enjoying the entertainment on Main Stage, you are sure to have fun! Stop by the St. Elizabeth Hospital booth for health information and prizes. July 20 and 21, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. ENUMCLAW Downtown/Cole Street

FAMILY EDUCATION For more information about our classes and to register online, go to www.FHShealth.org/ childbirthclasses or call the Family Education information line at 253-426-6253.

›› Childbirth Preparation

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St. Joseph Medical Center, St. Francis Hospital and St. Elizabeth Hospital offer childbirth preparation classes. Topics include pregnancy comfort measures, labor and birth including variations and interventions, and postpartum. $100 per couple or free with Provider One/DSHS card. Register online or call 253-426-6253.

Dads-to-be discuss priorities, life adjustment, fears, problem solving, partnership and basic infant care. $40. Call to register: 253-426-6253.

›› Welcome to Our Home Maternity Reception and Tour—FREE! Be prepared for your upcoming delivery with preregistration, a tour of the birth center and tips for going home with your baby. FREE yet registration is required. Call to register: 253-426-6253.

›› Teen Childbirth Preparation Pregnancy preparation specifically addressing the unique needs of young people 19 and under. $60 per couple or free with Provider One/DSHS card. Call to register: 253-426-6253.

›› Newborn Preparation A resource for parents preparing for discharge after delivery, this one-time class includes topics such as postpartum care of mom and baby, hints for adjusting to new roles, basic newborn care, and resources. $50 per couple. Register online or call 253-426-6253.

›› Infant Massage Fun, relaxing three-hour class designed to nurture the bond between parents and babies. $55 for parents and baby. Call to register: 253-426-6253.

›› CPR/Child Safety Learn basic resuscitation and how to make your home safe for children. $50 per person, $60 per couple. Call to register: 253-426-6253.

›› Protecting Your Pelvic Floor Franciscan physical therapists, specialists in pelvic floor muscle training, offer techniques to strengthen and protect your pelvic floor muscles during pregnancy and the birth process. Class fee is $50, which includes an exercise kit. Register online!

›› Breastfeeding Preparation Covers basic breastfeeding initiation tips and accessing postpartum lactation resources. $40 per couple. Register online!

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›› Safe Sitter Babysitting training for adolescents. Discusses many topics including how to handle emergencies. $55. Call to register: 253-426-6253.

›› Free Car Seat Safety Check Is your child’s car seat installed correctly? Certified technicians will show you how to install your car seat according to national safety guidelines. First Tuesday of each month. 5:30-7 p.m. St. Francis Hospital Medical Office Building B, 34509 9th Ave S, front entrance. No registration required.

HEART HEALTH TALKS ›› Heart-Healthy Nutrition Series Four-week series on heart-healthy eating topics, including meal planning, food labels, eating out and portion control. Call 888-825-3227 to register and for more information. For Nutrition Services, call the St. Joseph Outpatient Nutrition Center at 253-426-4926.

Support Groups Please visit FHShealth.org/support for a list and details of current support groups available.

Caregiver Support Group First and third Thursday of the month, 1 - 2:30 p.m. Call 360-802-8800 to confirm dates, rooms and times. ENUMCLAW St. Elizabeth Hospital, Cedar Room

Grief Support Group First and third Wednesday of the month, 1 - 2:30 p.m. Call 360-802-8800 to confirm dates, rooms and times. ENUMCLAW St. Elizabeth Hospital, Cedar Room

path of grief become a little less lonely and a little less painful.This small group, six-week support group is sponsored by the pastoral care department at St. Anthony Hospital. Call 253-530-2142 for information about upcoming sessions. Registration is required.

Diabetes Support Groups The Franciscan Diabetes Support Group is designed for people with diabetes and their family members. Participants are encouraged to share their experiences and feelings, and in return learn and find encouragement and support from others coping with similar issues. Registration: None required. Call Franciscan’s Diabetes Services at 253-426-6753 for more information. Dates, times, locations and costs subject to change. Locations and times: Fourth Monday of the month, Noon - 1 p.m. TACOMA St. Joseph Medical Center, call for room locations

›› NEW! The Path of Grief

Fourth Wednesday of the month, Noon - 1 p.m. FEDERAL WAY St. Francis Hospital, Executive Dining Room (located in cafeteria area)

Through conversations and story-telling, participants find support, new ways to care for self, and new sparks of hope to help the

One Wednesday per month (date varies), Noon – 1 p.m. LAKEWOOD St. Clare Hospital, Classroom A

WEIGHT LOSS Free Weight Loss Surgery Information and Seminars Learn how weight loss surgery can help you reclaim your body and lead a healthier, happier life. To register, call 888-825-3227 or visit us online at FHShealth.org

›› Weight Loss Surgery—Learn the Facts Join this FREE seminar to learn your sugical options at the St. Francis Center for Weight Management, a designated Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Registration is required. Go to www.StFrancisWeightForLife.org or call 888-825-3227. Free support groups also available. Call 800-823-6525.

›› Healthy Solutions A medically supervised weight loss program, Health Management Resources® incorporates

Franciscan Orthopedics and Sports Medicine announces sponsorship of Rainier to Ruston Well known for its Ultra (50 mile) Marathon and Relay race, Rainier to Ruston (R2R) was founded to bring public attention to the Foothills Trails, from the shoulders of Mt. Rainier to the shores of Puget Sound. Celebrating its 10 year anniversary, R2R has changed the courses to offer Pierce County’s most scenic routes. R2R includes an Ultra (50 mile) Marathon and Relay, 50k Ultra, Full (27.7mile) Marathon and Half (13.1 mile) Marathon. Join us on National Trails Day, June 2, 2012! Learn more at www.rainiertoruston.com.

Fourth Thursday of the month, 4 – 5 p.m. GIG HARBOR St. Anthony Medical Building 4700 Pt. Fosdick Dr. NW, Suite 107

Weight Loss Surgery Clinic welcomes Troy Houseworth, MD, FACS Troy Houseworth, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon who specializes in bariatric and minimally invasive surgery. He practices at St. Francis Weight Troy Houseworth, Loss Surgery Clinic in Federal Way and operates at both St. Francis Hospital and St. Joseph Medical Center. A highly skilled surgeon, Dr. Houseworth is a MD veteran of the U.S. Army, where he served as chief of general surgery and developed a bariatric surgery program for Keller Hospital in West Point, New York. The St. Francis Weight Loss Surgery Clinic is located at 200 S. 333rd St., Suite 150, in Federal Way. To make an appointment with Dr. Houseworth, call 253-275-6030.

healthy shakes and entrees, intensive lifestyle education and follow-up with emphasis on long-term weight maintenance. Free orientation. New class starts in June. Call 888-825-3227 for information. FEDERAL WAY St. Francis Center for Weight Management, 34509 Ninth Ave S, Suite 310

›› Sound Weight Loss Designed to support weight management, this program incorporates a behavior modification approach. Ten, one-hour weekly classes, plus a one-on-one session with a registered dietitian. $250 fee. Free orientation. Call 800-823-6525.

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St. Francis Hospital 34515 Ninth Ave S, Federal Way, WA 98003 St. Joseph Medical Center 1717 South J St, Tacoma, WA 98405 St. Clare Hospital 11315 Bridgeport Way SW, Lakewood, WA 98499 St. Elizabeth Hospital 1455 Battersby Ave, Enumclaw, WA 98022 St. Anthony Hospital 11567 Canterwood Blvd NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98332 Franciscan Medical Group 1313 Broadway Plaza, Suite 200, Tacoma, WA 98402 CEO, Franciscan Health System Joe Wilczek President, St. Anthony Hospital Kurt Schley Franciscan Health System is part of Catholic Health Initiatives, which has health care facilities throughout the United States. ©2012, Franciscan Health System. All rights reserved. For questions or comments, or if you’d like to be removed from the health! mailing list, please contact us at 253-382-3850, (fax) 253-382-3877, www.FHShealth.org or write to: Editor, Franciscan health!, Franciscan Health System, Marketing & Communications, PO Box 2197, Tacoma, WA 98401-2197.

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OUR MISSION To create healthier communities OUR VISION To be the South Sound's first choice for healing of mind, body and spirit OUR VALUES Reverence, Integrity, Compassion, Excellence

St. Francis Hospital • St. Joseph Medical Center • ST. CLARE HOSPITAL • st. elizabeth HOSPITAL • ST. ANTHONY HOSPITAL • FRANCISCAN MEDICAL GROUP

URgENT MEdiCAl CARE—fOR lifE’S UNExPECTEd bUMPS, bRUiSES ANd bUgS Sometimes even league champions take a tumble down the lane, ending up with scrapes, sprains or a headache the size of a bowling ball. If you need to see a doctor quickly, St. Anthony Prompt Care is just minutes away. Our experienced physicians are here for you—even evenings and weekends. So the next time your overzealous efforts strike, just come on in. We’ll see you promptly and get you on your way in no time. FOR ADVANCED MEDICINE AND TRUSTED CARE, CHOOSE ST. ANTHONY PROMPT CARE.

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Affiliated with St. Anthony Hospital (253) 823-2050 | 4700 Point Fosdick Drive N.W., Gig Harbor For hours and directions, visit www.StAnthonyPromptCare.com