St. Anthony health! - Fall 2014

Fall 2014

St. Anthony

From St. Anthony Hospital and the other services of CHI Franciscan Health

Married Couple Shares Their

Weight Loss Success Gig harbor Resident

Supports Wife

Prostate Cancer Sneak

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During Breast Cancer Battle See page 8

Plus+ See page 13 for our

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CHI FRANCISCAN HEALTH Our best care. Your best health.

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Irene Grias, DO

Aman Gill, MD

Gynecology Franciscan Women’s Health Associates at St. Anthony (253) 530-2955 11511 Canterwood Blvd.

N.W., Suite 145 Gig Harbor

Internal Medicine Franciscan Nephrology Associates at St. Anthony (253) 272-5881 11511 Canterwood Blvd.

NW Suite 100 Gig Harbor

Obstetrics/Gynecology Franciscan Women’s Health Associates - Gig Harbor (253) 853-8050 6401 Kimball Dr. Suite 104 Karen Nelson, MD, Gig Harbor FACOG

Andre Dalumpines, MD

Family Medicine Franciscan Medical Clinic Gig Harbor (253) 858-9192 6401 Kimball Dr. Suite 201 Gig Harbor

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CHI Franciscan is a family of more than 12,000 doctors, nurses and staff who provide exceptional medical care at: Hospitals St. Joseph Medical Center, Tacoma • St. Francis Hospital, Federal Way • St. Clare Hospital, Lakewood • St. Elizabeth Hospital, Enumclaw • St. Anthony Hospital, Gig Harbor • Highline Medical Center, Burien • Harrison Medical Center, Bremerton and Silverdale • Medical Groups Franciscan Medical Group, clinics throughout the Puget Sound • Harrison HealthPartners, serving the West Sound CEO, CHI Franciscan Health Joe Wilczek President, St. Anthony Hospital Kurt Schley Managing Editor Amanda Hobbs

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CHI Franciscan Health is here for you and your family Whether you have visited a Franciscan Health System facility for routine medical care, emergency services or anything in between, you’ve experienced what it means to receive expert, personalized care in a compassionate setting. We have a long tradition of expanding the boundaries of what’s possible in health care so people in our communities can live their very best lives.

That commitment to optimal health and innovation will continue as Franciscan Health System enters a new chapter as CHI Franciscan Health.

New name, same commitment to lead

However, our system will start using a new logo with four shapes intersecting to form a guiding star. The new logo symbolizes CHI Franciscan Health’s seamless integration of hospitals, clinics and services as well as our mission to ensure your best possible health.

Innovating and expanding health care Today’s health care world is changing.

That’s why CHI Franciscan Health is increasing efficiency and maximizing care by seamlessly integrating technology to meet your needs. Some great examples include electronic medical records (EMR) at all of our hospitals

and convenient telehealth capabilities, such as secure video chats with a doctor or nurse practitioner from the comfort of your home. As part of a national integrated network of medical expertise and trusted care, we have access to resources that are unavailable to smaller health systems. More than ever before, you and your trusted health team can quickly get what you need — regardless of your location.

With the wealth of experience that CHI and Franciscan have gained from their shared history, we are prepared to provide you and the communities we serve with leading edge care today and well into the future.

CHI, or Catholic Health Initiatives, has been Franciscan’s parent company for more than 18 years and is one of the largest health care networks in the country.

“Franciscan Health is a founding member of Catholic Health Initiatives and there are many advantages to our patients in being a part of not only a large regional system, but also a national health care organization,” said Joseph Wilczek, chief executive officer of CHI Franciscan Health. “Our new name and logo highlights that we’re dedicated to providing our community with the highest quality medical care at an affordable price as we work together to build healthier communities.”

Our individual hospital names will remain the same, and the same trusted health care experts will be here.

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CHI Franciscan News Medicare Advantage Plans from a member of your health care family!

Did you know that you could have your Medicare Advantage plan with a company that is part of the same family you trust your medical care to?

Soundpath Health is a locally based health plan serving Medicare beneficiaries in Washington state since 2007, with an emphasis on the physician-patient relationship, access and personal customer service.

CHI Franciscan Health and Soundpath Health are both part of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) which is dedicated to helping people achieve optimal health. Soundpath Health offers a fresh approach to Medicare Advantage where doctors, members and the health plan work together to optimize member health with costs that are affordable and predictable. Soundpath Health has four plans to choose from (three with Rx coverage!), all emphasizing preventive care, disease management and wellness programs.

In addition to King and Pierce counties, Soundpath Health serves Medicare beneficiaries in Chelan, Douglas, Grant, Lewis, Snohomish, Thurston and Whatcom counties. The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) runs Oct. 15-Dec. 7, 2014. For more information about your options, please call Soundpath Health at 1-866-789-7747.

Don’t forget!

Medicare open enrollment is October 15 through December 7, 2014. Need help? Easily compare Medicare Advantage plans with our free resource. Call 1-866-491-3860 or visit MedicareCompareUSA.com.

Vaccinate for health!

Washington state saw 219 cases of pertussis (whooping cough) this year. Of all infants hospitalized 80% were three months or younger. Adult immunization with the Tdap vaccine is the most effective way to stop the spread of this serious disease.

The CDC reported the largest number of measles cases in the U.S. since 1994: 288 cases this year. Most cases are imported by unvaccinated travelers. Before the U.S. had the vaccine, 400-500 children died each year. Currently 15% of measles patients require hospitalization.

Influenza, commonly called “flu,” can kill you, hospitalize you or simply ruin two weeks of your life with symptoms like fevers, body aches and a severely sore throat. Visit CHIFranciscan.org/FLU to find a clinic offering flu shots near you.

Vaccinations are important! Help you, your family and your communities’ most vulnerable stay healthy. Visit FranciscanDoctors.org to find a primary care provider and get immunized.

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Volunteers are the heart of hospice Would you like to share your time and comfort patients and families dealing with a serious illness? Franciscan Hospice and Palliative Care is looking for volunteers with warm hearts and good listening skills to support patients and their families.

Whether it’s a private home, nursing home or Franciscan Hospice House, we meet our patients where they live. If you are at least 16 years of age and can make a 12-month volunteer commitment, we’d love you to join our team in King, Pierce or Kitsap counties. Hospice volunteers generally work an average of one to four hours a week. Special training and ongoing education is provided.

There are many ways you can volunteer: ■ Sit with someone who could use some company ■ Listen to life stories ■ Play card games, do crossword puzzles or read ■ Give a caregiver much-needed time away to rest or run errands ■ Make monthly calls to our patients; and more

Join our team today!

For more information call (253) 534-7000 or visit CHIfranciscan.org/hospice

Are you a current or former heavy smoker?

Franciscan is introducing a new Lung Cancer Screening program for Franciscan Medical Clinic patients in the Gig Harbor and Peninsula region. Research indicates that for people who are at highest risk for developing lung cancer, this annual screening reduces the risk of dying from lung cancer. Our goal is to find any lung cancers early—in order to provide the best chance of treating and surviving the disease. Patients who qualify for this new program will be screened with a low-dose lung CT scan once a year – for 3 consecutive years – and will be followed by their primary care physician during that timeframe.

Patients who qualify include: Current or former heavy smoker (30 pack-years) between the ages of 55 to 75 years.

Most insurance providers do not currently cover the cost of lung cancer screening. Franciscan is offering this test to eligible patients for a cash price of $300, which is inclusive. Should a patient require lung cancer care as a result of the screening test, he/she is connected with our expert doctors to assure the very best cancer care.

If you would like to participate in this recommended test and meet the eligibility requirements, please call (253) 858-9192.

Regional Hospital joins CHI Franciscan Health When patients in critical care have stabilized, but still require acute hospitalization over an extended time, they are sometimes transferred to a long term acute care facility (LTAC). Regional Hospital has been the premier LTAC facility in the five-state region since it opened in 1994, providing specialized care including programs for ventilator weaning and complex medical management.

Regional Hospital, located in Tukwila, will move to Highline Medical Center this fall. Relocating at Highline will benefit patients and their families through closer collaboration with specialists and quicker and easier access to needed services. The new Highline location also offers larger, private rooms with more services on site for family and friends.

For more information about this specialized care, please visit regionalhospital.org.

Franciscan Dialysis Center in Gig Harbor expands Franciscan Dialysis Center in the St. Anthony Medical Building on Pt. Fosdick Drive has expanded from nine to 12 hemodialysis stations, including a station to provide patient training for home dialysis. Additional upgrades include a new water treatment delivery system and new state of the art BBraun dialysis machines.

“We had maximized our center’s nine stations, so we underwent a process of licensing, funding and construction in order to meet the growing needs of the community,” explains center manager Maria Conger, RN. There are several types of dialysis patients can choose from. If you are interested in learning about Franciscan’s dialysis services in Gig Harbor, call (253) 853-2965 or visit CHIfranciscan.org.

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With you all the way beating Breast cancer surrounded by love, support and top-notch care About one in eight women will battle breast cancer. But many more lives are affected. Spouses, children and loved ones also share in this difficult, life-changing experience.

And the loving support they offer during this journey can make all the difference.

Just ask Gig Harbor resident Gretchen Beckman and her husband, Dan. When their lives were recently affected by a breast cancer diagnosis, Gretchen and Dan turned to our area’s best care at Jane Thompson Russell Cancer Care Center at the Milgard Medical Pavilion at St. Anthony Hospital.

An unexpected discovery Gretchen was in the good habit of getting annual mammograms, and the most recent results were normal. But in December 2013, she felt a lump in her breast. She wasn’t even searching for it. “I took off my bra and just felt it.

It was right there.”

Gretchen, with the support of her husband, Moacyr Ribeiro saw her doctor the next de Oliveira, MD day and was referred for another mammogram. Breast cancer was ultimately confirmed. Without hesitation she knew where to turn – her father had battled cancer and she remembered how well the CHI Franciscan team treated him.

“It all happened pretty quickly,” Gretchen recalled. After a biopsy and other tests, her medical oncologist Frank M. Senecal, MD, FACP, medical director of Franciscan Cancer Center, decided the best course of action would be chemotherapy, then mastectomy, then radiation. It was going to be a long journey, but Dan was committed to being with Gretchen every step of the way.

Personal touch Top notch care is paramount, but personal interactions with doctors and nurses from Jane T. Russell Cancer Care Center are what confirmed for Gretchen and Dan they were in the right place.

The couple found comfort in the relationship they built with the doctors and their staff. The team made sure both Gretchen and Dan had all of the information they needed to make informed decisions, and they demonstrated genuine care and compassion throughout the entire process. “It’s just a small item, but all of the providers always hugged my wife and that made me feel good,” said Dan. “And they said ‘God bless you’ each time. We both have a strong faith so that meant a lot to us.”

Gretchen also formed bonds with her chemo nurses. “I love all of my chemo nurses,” she said. “If you have to go through chemo, I would rate the

We’re with you all the way.

Contact the Jane Thompson Russell Cancer Care Center at (253) 530-2695 or visit CHIfranciscan.org/cancer.

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Gig Harbor resident Gretchen Beckman relied on her husband Dan’s enduring love and support and her faithful dog, Bailey, throughout her battle with breast cancer — a battle that she won

experience at the cancer center very highly.”

For Gretchen and Dan, their outcome was a happy one. Gretchen finished her final day of chemo on her 49th birthday surrounded by 14 family members and close friends.

Best treatment option for you There are several types of breast cancer, and many possible treatments. The team of experts at the Jane T. Russell Cancer Care Center will work with you to identify and explore all of your options. You can count on them to be knowledgeable about the latest clinical trials and research.

To determine an action plan it’s necessary to first identify the type of cancer present.

A biopsy helps doctors to check for estrogen receptor, progesterone receptor and HER2/ neu receptor, explained Moacyr Ribeiro de Oliveira, MD, a medical oncologist who practices at the cancer center and is another important member of Gretchen’s care team.

These results help determine the appropriate treatment regimen since certain types of breast cancer respond well to some forms of treatment but not others.

Sometimes surgery is the next step after biopsy – surgery could mean a lumpectomy or mastectomy, said Dr. Oliveira. In cases where the tumor is too big or aggressive, chemo is given before surgery. “Clinical trials show that in aggressive tumors, especially in triple negative tumors, if chemo is given up front there is a better chance that the tumor is not coming back,” he added.

We’re in it together After a cancer diagnosis, there is a lot of information to take in and decisions to be made. That’s why our experts are here to provide you with clear information and to address any concerns. Our area’s leading team of doctors, nurses and staff coordinate care to make sure everyone is on the same page. This means that starting from the moment we first see you and all the way through your treatment program, you get high-quality, compassionate care.

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Winning the battle together CHI Franciscan offers screening and hightech care to help men beat prostate cancer Could you have cancer and not know it? It’s common for prostate cancer to progress without any symptoms. This makes the disease more likely to advance before you know something is wrong. Fortunately, the PSA blood test is a screening tool that can lead to early detection and treatment.

Christopher S. Arroyo, MD, a urologist and surgeon at Franciscan Urology Associates in Gig Harbor, recommends prostate screenings for men who are at risk for the disease. This includes those over the age of 50, men who have a family history of the disease or who are of African American ancestry who have at least a ten-year life expectancy.

Weighing the options Port Orchard resident Bill Szpor learned that his PSA levels were high as a result of a prostate screening by his general practitioner. He Christopher was referred to Dr. Arroyo.

Arroyo, MD “Dr. Arroyo spent time with my wife and I, and he talked to us about everything,” Bill said. “He told us to take a few days and then come back and tell him what we wanted to do. My wife and I sat down and weighed the options. I had an enlarged prostate and a little bit of cancer in the prostate. We believed the best way to deal with it was to eliminate the problem. We

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weighed the downsides against the positives and decided to just take it out.” Dr. Arroyo performed the procedure – a robotic prostatectomy.

Informed decisions Prostate cancer diagnosis and treatment is a very controversial topic, said Dr. Arroyo.

‘The reason for this is that many prostate cancers are small volume, slow growing cancers, and they tend to occur in older men – so for some men, the cancer may not be life-threatening. One of the first things I do with patients is to put their cancer in context of their health condition, their age, and their level of comfort with ‘sitting on’ the cancer if it isn’t life-threatening.”

When individuals are candidates for curative treatment, meaning they have an early cancer that has not spread outside of the prostate, but that has potential to become life-threatening, the discussion advances to exploring treatment options, recovery and the potential complications, he said.

Compassionate care There is a lot of information to process and decisions to be made after a cancer diagnosis.

The experts at CHI Franciscan are here to answer any questions you may have, and to make sure you are informed about all of your treatment options. Our team works together to make sure you receive high-quality, compassionate care.

Cancer care is provided by CHI Franciscan and a network of expert partners including: Peninsula Radiation Oncology, Northwest Medical Specialties, TRA Medical Imaging, and the Puget Sound Institute of Pathology.

Port Orchard resident Bill Szpor has teamed up with CHI Franciscan Health to battle prostate cancer.

If you need to fight the battle, let us help you win. Contact Franciscan Urology Associates at (253) 858-9192 or visit CHIfranciscan.org/cancer.

Another concern for men: testicular cancer Prostate cancer isn’t the only “manly cancer” that men should be concerned about. While a man’s chance of being diagnosed with testicular cancer is low — only about 1 in 270 develops the disease. But when testicular cancer does occur, it tends to strike in younger men.

While this disease can affect males of all ages, about half of all men diagnosed with testicular cancer are between ages 20 and 34.

Performing a self-exam can help lead to early detection of testicular cancer — often a lump is the first sign, although swelling, breast tenderness and early puberty are also possible symptoms.

During or immediately after a shower is the best time to perform a self-exam because the skin of the scrotum is relaxed. Check one testicle at a time by rolling it between your fingers, looking and feeling for lumps or any changes in size, shape or feel of the testicles.

Testicular cancer can typically be treated successfully. Talk with your doctor if you find a suspicious lump or other concern.

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University Place resident Jeff Bonnell is back to hiking thanks to great care at Franciscan Heart Center.

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Back on the trail Minimally invasive heart surgery, team approach help local hiker recover FASTer University Place resident and avid hiker Jeff Bonnell had been living with a leaky heart valve for over a decade. But, when climbing the football stadium bleachers left him very short of breath, he knew something wasn’t right.

After attending one of CHI Franciscan Health’s heart health talks, Jeff got a thumbs-up from his cardiologist to seek care with one of the Northwest’s most skilled heart surgeons, Craig Hampton, MD, with Franciscan Cardiothoracic Surgery Associates at St. Joseph.

Dr. Hampton confirmed Jeff needed his mitral valve repaired.

“I was ecstatic to find out I was a candidate for minimally invasive heart surgery,” said Jeff.

Craig Hampton, MD Minimally invasive heart surgery offers major benefits over traditional open heart surgery, including a smaller incision, and often less blood loss and a faster recovery.

On the day of the surgery, Jeff, who works as a nurse educator, saw former students he had actually trained standing by. Now they were ready to take care of him. “Everyone was fantastic,” he said. “They made a real effort to make sure I was informed about everything going on.”

Successful surgery Dr. Hampton performed the procedure at St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma, not far from Jeff’s home.

The surgery left a small, four-inch incision between his right ribs. Within a day, the nursing team had him attempt to stand and supported his efforts to get moving again. Three days later, he went home.

As part of his recovery, Jeff attended CHI Franciscan’s cardiac rehabilitation program at St. Joseph. Three times a week, nursing staff and physiotherapists showed him how to safely exercise again to strengthen his heart and rebuild his stamina.

Staying active was an important goal for Jeff.

Thanks to his work with CHI Franciscan staff, he’s been able to trek to Paradise Lodge on Mt. Rainier and enjoyed a hike in Alaska over the summer.

“Franciscan got me on the mountain again,” Jeff said. “I have never felt better!”

Making heart surgery easier for you Jeff is just one of many who can benefit from minimally invasive heart surgery, according to Dr. Hampton. “Any time a small incision is made, it’s better for the patient,” he said. “There’s less stress, less trauma and potentially a safer, faster recovery.”

CHI Franciscan offers a wide variety of high-tech, minimally invasive heart procedures, including: ■■ Mitral valve repair and replacement ■■ Aortic valve replacement ■■ Cardiac arrhythmia surgery ■■ Coronary artery bypass graft (bypass surgery) “We offer the most advanced, state-of-the-art heart surgery from some of the Northwest’s most skilled heart surgeons, each with different specialties and expertise,” said Dr. Hampton.

In fact, our surgeons perform more minimally invasive heart procedures than any other heart surgeons in the South Puget Sound. We know being told you need heart surgery can be overwhelming, but with CHI Franciscan, you’re in good hands.

Want to learn more about minimally invasive heart surgery?

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Two is better than one Couple finds winning weight loss plan with Franciscan Center for Weight Management

When Barry Allen decided to change his life with weight loss surgery, he knew who would support him along the way: his wife, Wynetta.

Barry weighed 331 pounds, and a previous spinal injury prevented him from exercising. He had high blood pressure, high cholesterol and was on the borderline of having type 2 diabetes. So he turned to the Franciscan Center for Weight Management for help. He met with Troy Houseworth, MD, FACS, who specializes in bariatric and minimally invasive surgery at the center. Together, they decided that the vertical sleeve gastrectomy was Barry’s best choice.

“One of the benefits of vertical sleeve gastrectomy is a quicker recovery time,” said Dr. Houseworth.

Barry had the surgery in January 2013 and lost more than 115 pounds over the next several months. Wynetta was his steadfast support.

Barry’s experience was so positive, it prompted Wynetta to see how weight loss surgery might help better her health. She was a good candidate and had a vertical sleeve gastrectomy in May 2013, just months after her husband.

She has lost 85 pounds so far and continues to work toward her goal weight. “It takes support, diet and exercise to maintain,” said Wynetta. “It’s not just a quick fix. It’s a lifestyle change with a jump start.”

“We had the surgeries close together so we could learn from and support

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Barry and Wynetta had weight loss surgery just months apart.

Together, they’ve lost a total of about 200 pounds!

each other,” said Barry. “The first month is always the hardest. I’d tell her that it would be OK and she could do it.”

Your weight loss surgery plan Weight loss surgery should be individualized based on a person’s health issues and weight loss goals. If you are interested in surgery, the first step is to attend one of our bariatric seminars to learn about your options, Dr. Houseworth said. The next step is to schedule a consultation with our team where we will review the appropriate treatment options and requirements.

“Through a physical, psychological and lifestyle evaluation, the center will help you determine your best choice

for long-term success,” said bariatric surgeon Haroon P. Anwar, MD. When you work with our center, you’ll be in great hands. Franciscan Center for Weight Management, based at St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way, was designated a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery in December 2006. The designation recognizes the center’s experience and favorable outcomes in weight loss surgery.

More than 2,000 surgical weight loss procedures have been performed at St. Francis Hospital over the past 10 years. The surgeons perform the most robotic-assisted surgeries in the state.

Attend a free weight loss seminar today! Visit CHIfranciscan.org/weightloss.

Troy Houseworth, MD

Haroon P. Anwar, MD

Fall 2014

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Mark your calendar!

CHI Franciscan Health offers these upcoming events and resources to help promote healing of mind, body and spirit.

CLASSES Fitting Food Into Your Fight Against Cancer Designed for cancer patients in active treatment and their caregiver or support person. Topics include: anti-inflammatory foods to aid recovery and healing, coping with common treatmentrelated side effects and nutrition resources.

Instructor Nancy Steedman, RD, CD, CSO, is a certified specialist in oncology nutrition. Call (253) 426-4428 to register. FREE! » Third Tuesday of every month; 3–4 p.m.; TACOMA, St. Joseph Medical Center, Ground Floor Oncology Conference Room, 1717 S. J Street » Fourth Thursday of every month; 10–11 a.m.; GIG HARBOR, Jane Thompson Russell Cancer Care Center classroom, St. Anthony Hospital, 11567 Canterwood Blvd. NW

Pump Up Your Knowledge This class is for those on insulin pump therapies or those considering insulin pumps. Please call Franciscan Diabetes at (253) 426-6753 for information about registration. » Classes offered Tuesdays, May 27, July 22, Sept. 23, Nov. 25; 6–7:30 p.m.; TACOMA,

St. Joseph Medical Center, Lagerquist A, 1717 S. J Street

Living Better with Kidney Disease Franciscan Nephrology Services offers a three-hour FREE quarterly class to help people with kidney disease better understand their condition, learn ways to help preserve kidney function and live better. This class is taught by a registered nurse, registered dietitian and social worker who all have experience in kidney disease and dialysis needs.

Visit CHIfranciscan.org/classes or call 1-888-825-3227 to register. FREE! » Wed., Nov. 5; TACOMA, St. Joseph Medical Center, 1717 S. J Street

Living Successfully with Heart Failure Course Franciscan Heart Center now offers a free, four-week course to help you live successfully with heart failure. Led by healthcare experts, information presented includes understanding heart failure, nutrition, medication and exercise/activity. This class welcomes patients and families of those living with heart failure and newly diagnosed patients.

Additionally, the course is designed to help transition participants joining CHI Franciscan’s Cardiac Rehabilitation program. FREE! Valet Parking

is available in the Emergency Department parking lot, off 19th St. and J St. Registration is required: go to CHIfranciscan.org/classes or call 1-888-825-3227. » Mondays (fifth Monday of the month excluded); 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.; TACOMA, St. Joseph Medical Center’s Franciscan Heart Center Patient Education Room, 1717 S. J Street

Heart-Healthy Eating Class Series This four-week series is taught by a registered dietitian and focuses on living a healthier lifestyle by changing habits and following a nutritious, low-fat eating plan. Classes cover meal planning, shopping, reading labels, dining out, goal setting, staying on track and much more. FREE! Call 1-888-825-3227 to register. » Wednesdays (excluding the 5th Wednesday of the month); 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.; TACOMA, St. Joseph Medical Center, 1717 S. J Street

Weight Loss Weight Loss Surgery — Learn the Facts FREE seminar about your surgical options at the Franciscan Center for Weight Management, a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence. Registration is required. Call 1-888-825-3227 or go to FranciscanWeightLoss.org. » FEDERAL WAY, Franciscan Center for Weight Management, 34509 Ninth Ave. S, Suite 203B

Weight Loss Surgery Support Groups Whether you’re contemplating surgical weight loss or have already had surgery, we have a support group to meet your needs. Support group attendance is free and confidential. No need to register! » LAKEWOOD, Third Monday of the Month, 6:30–7:30 p.m., St. Clare Hospital Resource Center, 4908 112th St. SW » FEDERAL WAY, Second Tuesday of the Month, 1–2 p.m., St. Francis Hospital Medical Office Building, 34509 Ninth Ave. S

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Events Bras for a Cause Join us for an uplifting evening of creativity, sisterhood and fundraising to support breast cancer screening for underserved women on the plateau. View artfully decorated bras, vote for your favorite and enjoy appetizers and libations. If you are a community member, a cancer survivor or caregiver, a mother, sister, grandmother or friend who is interested, join us for this evening of fun!

Catered by St. Elizabeth’s Cornerstone Café.

Cost: $15 pre-registration/$20 at the door. Tickets available online at CHIfranciscan.org/events or by calling 1-888-825-3227. » Thurs., Oct. 16; 6-8 p.m.; ENUMCLAW, St. Elizabeth Hospital, 1455 Battersby Ave.

Susan G. Komen Puget Sound — Lunch for the Cure®

Health Talks Palpitations, Pains and Prevention — Learn More, Worry Less!

Ever had a flip-flop feeling in your chest? Worried about that arm pain? Want information to prevent heart disease? Join us to learn more about your heart and set your mind at ease. Cardiologist Francisco Yuvienco, MD will explore the basic anatomy of your heart, common heart problems and explain what you can do to reduce risk factors and better manage your heart health. Visit CHIfranciscan.org/classes or call 1-888-825-3227 to register. FREE! » Wed., Oct. 22; 6-7:30 p.m.; LAKEWOOD, St. Clare Hospital, 11315 Bridgeport Way S.W., St. Clare Conference Room A & B

Walk Away From Heart Disease — Take Control of Your Lifestyle!

Heart disease may be America’s number one cause of death, but it’s also the most preventable.

CHI Franciscan Cardiologist Hamid Roodneshin, MD, is passionate about the preventive measures you can take to increase your ticker’s stamina and longevity. Even if you have heart disease, Dr. Roodneshin will give you ways to help reduce your risks and increase your capacity to enjoy life! Please visit CHIfranciscan.org/classes or call 1-888-825-3227 to register. FREE! » Tues., Nov. 4; 6-7:30 p.m.; AUBURN, The Rainier Room at the Truitt Building, 102 West Main Street

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As the presenting sponsor, CHI Franciscan joins the fight against cancer at this annual luncheon honoring cancer survivors, celebrating new developments in cancer treatments, and our commitment to finding a cure. If you’re interested in being a table captain, please contact Sarah Breece by phone at (206) 633-0303, ext. 102 or Sarah@pskomen.org

» Thurs., Oct. 9; 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.; TACOMA, Hotel Murano Bicentennial Pavilion, 1320 Broadway Plaza

Movember on the Plateau Men (and the women who care about them) are invited to an evening of food, fun, a poker run, and even a craft beer brewed and labeled just for Movember on the Plateau, courtesy of The Mint and Cole Street Brewery. Come see who’s mastered the mustache in support of men’s health! Attendees must be 21 years of age. Cost: $10 pre-registration/$15 at the door. To register, please call 1-888-825-3227 or visit us online at CHIfranciscan.org/MovemberOnThePlateau. » Tues., Nov. 18; 6 p.m.; ENUMCLAW, St. Elizabeth Hospital, 1455 Battersby Ave.

Roll the Dice for Breast Care Join us for an evening of fun, prizes, appetizers and libation, Bunco and more! Proceeds help ensure uninsured or underinsured women receive breast care and screening mammography. Cost: $22 per person. Register at CHIfranciscan.org/ WomensCare or call 1-888-825-3227. » Thurs., Oct. 23; 6:30 p.m.; FEDERAL WAY, Twin Lakes Golf & Country Club, 3583 SW 320th Street.

Support Groups Diabetes Support Groups Learn and find encouragement and support from others coping with diabetes. Call Franciscan’s Diabetes Services at (253) 426-6753 for more information. » Second Tuesday of the month; 5:30–6:30 p.m.; GIG HARBOR, St. Anthony Hospital, Conference Room A, 11567 Canterwood Blvd. NW » Third Wednesday of each month, Noon–1 p.m.; FEDERAL WAY, St. Francis Medical Office Building, 34509 9th Ave. S » Fourth Monday of each month, Noon–1 p.m.; TACOMA, St. Joseph Medical Center, Dining Rooms 1 & 2, Ground Floor, 1717 S. J St.

Franciscan Hospice Grief Support Groups Call (253) 534-7000 for more information.

Cancer Support Groups Look Good, Feel Better — Dedicated to female cancer survivors, this 2 ½ hour class helps with make-up, head scarves and other appearance tips during cancer treatment. FREE! Call 1-800-227-2345 to register. » First Friday of the month; 1–3:30 p.m.; GIG HARBOR, Jane Thompson Russell Cancer Care Center.

Yoga for Cancer Patients, Survivors and Caregivers — Open to anyone touched by cancer as a patient, survivor or caregiver. No yoga experience necessary. No registration

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

necessary. FREE! » Second and fourth Wednesday of the month; 5–6 p.m.; GIG HARBOR; Jane Thompson Russell Cancer Care Center

Family Education

center. $125/couple or free with Provider One/ DSHS card.

Teen Childbirth Preparation Pregnancy preparation specifically addressing the unique needs of young people 19 and under. $60/couple or free with Provider One/DSHS card.

For more information about tours or family education classes and to register, please call 1-888-825-3227 (available 24/7) or visit FHShealth.org/familyeducation.

Breastfeeding Preparation

Especially Yours

Newborn Preparation

A personalized three-hour private childbirth education course for the expectant mother and her companion. Arrange the date, time and location which best suits your schedule and personally select class content. A private tour of the Franciscan Family Birth Center is an option. $200/couple.

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/couple.

Covers basic breastfeeding initiation tips and accessing postpartum lactation resources. $50/ couple.

Family Birth Center Tour Free tour of a Family Birth Center. For parents-to-be who are considering or delivering at a CHI Franciscan hospital. Tour the Franciscan birth center of your choice and learn how to make the most of your hospital stay. FREE!

Childbirth Preparation Four Franciscan hospitals offer childbirth preparation classes. Topics include pregnancy comfort measures, labor and birth including variations and interventions, and postpartum.

All classes include a tour of the family birth

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

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

Safe Sitter Babysitting training for adolescents. Discusses topics such as how to handle emergencies. $75/person.

CPR and Infant Safety Learn basic life-saving skills for infants and children and ways to childproof your home. $60/person; $90/couple.

Balance After Birth Postpartum Support Groups In collaboration with Postpartum Support International, these drop-in support groups are a welcoming, non-judgmental space for new parents to discuss emotional changes and challenges. FREE!

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.

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