MyHerdMD - December 2017

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Patient news from the health care team you trust December 2017

How to keep holiday eating in check It is possible to avoid holiday weight gain without depriving yourself of your favorite holiday dishes. All it takes is a little pre-planning, moderation and, of course, self-control. Use mobile apps to track your food and activity. Avoid skipping meals. Maintain your eating schedule, as much as possible. Skipping meals can lead to overeating later due to excessive hunger. Don’t deprive yourself of your favorite foods. Limit portion sizes or look for healthier versions of those foods. Sometimes, a couple of simple substitutes can make a big difference in the carbohydrate and/or calorie content. Always try to bring a couple of low carbohydrate dishes to a gathering. You will have some options that you know are good choices and can take smaller portions of unfamiliar items. Choose a smaller plate. Eat slowly. Keep a carbohydrate-free drink in your hand. Load up on low carbohydrate vegetables. Eating vegetables, such as broccoli, asparagus, zucchini or spinach, first can help fill you up so portion control with other foods will be easier.

Budget treats into your meal. Switch out mashed potatoes for mashed cauliflower or a low carbohydrate stuffing/dressing, to allow carbohydrate for a small serving of dessert. Save indulgences for foods you dearly love.

Stay on track with your medication doses and timing. If you will be attending an event that will involve food and you take medications that should be taken at mealtime, bring your medication with you.

Give away leftovers that are too tempting to keep around.

Only consume alcohol with food. Limit yourself to one drink per day for women and two drinks per day for men. Alcohol can lead to hypoglycemia. Make sure the people you are with know that you have diabetes and how to treat a low blood glucose. Always carry glucose tablets, mints, etc.

Stay active. Focus on fun activities, rather than food. Try holiday-themed games after the meal and move to another area away from the food to reduce grazing. Plan a group walk to look at holiday decorations or go window shopping. For Diabetics Specific to patients with diabetes and prediabetes, these tips can help you manage your diabetes, while still enjoying in the festive fun. Don’t panic over one slip up. Check your blood glucose, take your medication accordingly and use the situation as a learning experience. Check your blood glucose more frequently. Monitor your levels both before and after parties, especially if you have consumed alcohol. You may also need to check it during the party, if you will be there for an extended period of time.

If you use mealtime insulin and are attending a party that will involve nibbling over a few hours rather than sitting down to a meal, discuss your insulin dosing with your health care provider. He or she may suggest splitting up the dose to reduce the risk of hypoglycemia.


Wishing you a healthy, happy holiday season Taking time to disconnect in order to reconnect I love the holiday season and everything that comes with it—the festive decorations, the aromas of cinnamon and pumpkin and spending time with family. But, getting into the holiday spirit doesn’t always come so easy. Often, the joyfulness that of what should be a merry time of year is served with a heaping dose of stress-cleaning, decorating, cooking, gift-giving and hosting family. As I was decorating this year, I found myself wrapped up in the chore of it all.

It wasn’t until I was halfway done that I remembered to turn on some holiday music. As I trimmed the tree, my son started singing along to “Jingle Bell Rock.” Almost instantly, my mood lightened. These moments are gentle reminders of what’s really important. Stress, grief and a whole host of other emotions can surface during the holidays. So, it’s important be proactive in your mental health as well as your physical health. What that looks like is different for each of us. Maybe it’s shopping or yoga or baking. Maybe it’s sitting curled up by the fire with a good book. For me, I always make a point to take time doing holiday activities with my kids. It’s time when I know I can disconnect from work and my other responsibilities and just be “Mom.” As we prepare to end one year and start

the next, I want to take a moment just to say that we’re honored to be part of your care team. You have made a concious choice to be Beth L. Hammers is the executive our patient director of Marshall Health. and we are committed to providing you with the highest quality care. From all of us at Marshall Health, let me be the first to wish you a healthy, happy holiday.

From Kim’s Kitchen: Cranberry Relish Courtesy of Kim Becker

If you’ve only had cooked cranberries, you will be pleasantly surprised by how delicious and refreshing they taste raw. This cranberry salad will definitely make you a fan of the cran. Simple, but festive, it’s become a staple at my house during the winter months. As far as healthy foods go, cranberries are at the top of the list. They outrank nearly every fruit and vegetable in disease-fighting antioxidants and are often referred to as a “superfood.” Combined with apple, orange, celery and walnuts, this salad also ranks high in vitamin C, fiber and essential fatty acids. 3 cups fresh cranberries (one package) 1 orange, quartered (slice quarters into halves) 1 large apple, cut into chunks 1 celery stalk, cut into 1-inch pieces 1⁄2 cup shelled walnuts 3 1⁄2 Tbsp. (12 packets) of Truvia (or 1⁄2 cup of sugar) Directions In a food processor, combine cranberries, orange, apple, and celery pieces. Process until finely chopped. Be careful not to process too long or mixture will become mushy. Add the walnuts and pulse until chopped. Transfer mixture to a bowl and stir in sugar. Refrigerate until serving time. Nutrition Facts: 1⁄2 cup serving (using Truvia). Amount Per Serving: Total Calories 97, Total Fat 5 g, Total carb. 12 g

For more of Kim’s healthy recipes, go to: www.healthy.marshallhealth.org


Health establishes Senior Pain & UPCOMING EVENTS Marshall Wellness Center at 20th Street Building SPORTS MEDICINE SCREENING CLINICS Experienced sports medicine physicians provide evaluations and assessments on orthopaedic conditions or injuries and advise on next steps free of charge. Saturday, December 2 / 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, December 9 / 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, December 16 / 8 to 10 a.m. Marshall Sports Medicine Institute 2211 Third Avenue, Huntington Info: 304-691-1880 The DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP will not meet this month. The next meeting will be January 8.

HOLIDAY HOURS ALL CLINICS/OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED: FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22 MONDAY, DECEMBER 25 MONDAY, JANUARY 1 Additional clinic closures include: Eye Surgeons / Closing at Noon Friday, Dec. 15 & Tuesday, Dec. 26 Psychiatry / Friday, Dec. 29 The Family Medicine Walk-In Clinic will also be CLOSED Saturday, Dec. 23, and Saturday, Dec. 30. SPECIAL PEDIATRIC NOWCARE HOURS Friday, Dec. 22 / 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 23 / 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 24 / 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 25 / CLOSED Monday, Jan. 1 / CLOSED Regular hours unless otherwise noted.

DECEMBER SPECIAL Take a break from the hustle & bustle and make time for yourself at Marshall Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery: $40 Holiday Package Express Facial Eyebrow waxing & shaping

Offer valid through Dec. 31. Call 304-6916910 to schedule.

This new service utilizes the most advanced medical and interventional pain management techniques to diagnose and treat pain conditions in adults 55 and older. The center, led by Joseph M. DeLapa II, MD, emphasizes preventive medicine and focuses on restoring function in senior adults coping with conditions such as chronic back pain, arthritis pain, degenerative disc disease, degenerative joint disease and sciatica. A variety of treatment options are available at the center, including epidural steroid injections, facet nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, joint injections, trigger point injections, spinal cord stimulation and more.

By physician referral only: Call 304-691-6779

Family Medicine earns NCQA accreditation for medical home The National Committee for Quality Assurance announced that Marshall Family Medicine has received NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home Recognition for using evidence-based, patient- centered processes that focus on highly coordinated care and long-term, participative relationships. Only 1 in 6 primary care doctors in the country practice in an NCQA-recognized practice.

Physicians team up to care for young women with bleeding disorders Specialized care is now available at Marshall Health and Cabell Huntington Hospital for young women who experience abnormal vaginal bleeding, including heavy menstrual bleeding and bleeding between periods. Pediatric and adolescent health care specialists are leading the Young Women’s Health and Hematology Clinic, which is exclusively for young women ages 10 to 24 who experience menorrhagia, or abnormally heavy or prolonged vaginal bleeding. A physician referral is required. Talk to your doctor or call 304-691-1400 for more information.

Give the gift she’ll love to receive Gift certificates are now available on cosmetic services at Marshall Dermatology and Marshall Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. Call our offices for more information.


Meet our Newest Providers FAMILY MEDICINE

INTERNAL MEDICINE

Joseph M. DeLapa II, MD Interventional Pain Management Dr. DeLapa is a fellowshiptrained, double board-certified interventional pain management physician and anesthesiologist. He has been practing pain management locally since 2009, most recently at the Cabell Huntington Hospital Pain Management Center. Appointments: Call Marshall Senior Pain & Wellness Center at 304-691-6779.

Yara Tovar Marmolejo, MD Endocrinology Dr. Marmolejo is a fellowshiptrained, board-certified physician specializing in diabetes, digestive health and endocrinology. After working in private practice in Texas for several years, she decided to pursue an endocrinology fellowship at Marshall, which brought her to Huntington. Appointments: Call the Bruce Chertow Diabetes Center at 304-691-1000.

INTERNAL MEDICINE Peimei He, MD Infectious Disease Dr. He is a board-certified, fellowship-trained infectious disease specialist. She specializes in chronic and atypical infections and caring for immunocompromised patients. Appointments: Call Marshall Internal Medicine at 304-691-1000. Pavithra Indramohan, MD Geriatrics General Internal Medicine Dr. Indramohan specializes in addressing medical concerns of elderly patients (65+) as well providing primary care to adults of all ages. She is board-certified and fellowship-trained. Appointments: Call Marshall Internal Medicine at 304691-1010. Elie Khalil, MD Infectious Disease Dr. Khalil is a board-certified, fellowship-trained infectious disease specialist experienced in chronic and atypical infections and caring for immunocompromised patients. Appointments: Call Marshall Internal Medicine at 304-691-1000.

PEDIATRICS Christina Hensley, MD General Pediatrics Dr. Hensley is a two-time graduate of Marshall University, where she earned her medical degree. She also completed her residency at Marshall and is accepting new patients at our Third Avenue office in Huntington. Appointments: Call Marshall Pediatrics at 304-691-8900. Fatima Tariq, MD Pediatric Critical Care Dr. Tariq is a board-certified specialist in pediatric critical care medicine. She completed a fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. Kate Waldeck, MD Pediatric Critical Care Dr. Waldeck is a board-certified specialist in pediatric critical care medicine. She completed her fellowship at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. Both Drs. Tariq and Waldeck see patients in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at the Hoops Family Children’s Hospital. To learn learn more about our newest providers, go to: marshallhealth.org/doctors/new-providers/

Copyright © 2017 by Marshall Health. All rights reserved. For inquiries or suggestions, contact Marshall Health at info@marshallhealth.org. This information is not intended to be used in place of medical advice. In case of a medical issue, contact your personal physician.

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