Patient news from the health care team you trust Spring 2018
Vol. 2, Issue 2
You can eat healthy and enjoy it, too Refocus and think about healthy eating in a positive way….think about all the new foods you “get to” try, rather than the foods you “can’t” have. Focus on fruits. Venture beyond your go-to fruit staples, such as apples or bananas. Try mango, kiwi or pineapple as change-ups. When your favorites aren’t in season, opt for frozen or canned fruit. Just make sure the canned fruit you choose is packed in water or its own juices so you avoid unnecessary sugars. Choose calcium-rich foods. Make the switch to low-fat or fatfree milk. You can also try low-fat and fat-free yogurt without added sugars.
Try a new twist on an old favorite. For favorite recipes that call for breaded or fried chicken or fish, opt for baking or grilling instead. You might also try dry beans in place of higher-fat meats. Change up your veggie routine. You may find that you love grilled or steamed vegetables when prepared with a different herb, like rosemary or sage. Sauté in a non-stick pan with a small amount of extra virgin olive oil or cooking spray. Used frozen or canned (without added salt, butter or cream sauces) for a quick side dish. Make it your goal to try one new vegetable each week. For recipes: healthy.marshallhealth.org
CALCULATING YOUR BODY MASS INDEX (BMI) IN ADULTS Underweight Less than 18.5 Normal 18.5 to 24.9 Overweight 25.0 to 29.9 Obese 30.0 or higher To calculate your BMI, visit: www.cdc.gov/healthyweight
Need help managing your weight? We have physicians and dietitians who can help. Call Marshall Internal Medicine at 304-691-1000 to schedule an appointment.
Center for Healthy Aging established to focus on elder care Marshall Family Medicine recently opened a center solely dedicated to senior adults. The Center for Healthy Aging, led by Robert B. Walker, MD, and Michael L. Grome, PA-C, puts quality of life at the center of care. By working collaboratively with other physicians both inside and outside the Marshall Health system, Walker and Grome focus on primary care, function, fall reduction/prevention and medication management. The newly renovated clinic features four large exam rooms that are wheelchair and walker friendly. The Center for Healthy Aging is located at the rear entrance for 659 Central Avenue in Barboursville. For appointments, call 304-691-6878.
Marshall Health, HIMG and Cabell Huntington Hospital form accountable care organization Together, Marshall Health, Huntington Internal Medicine Group and Cabell Huntington Hospital, Inc., have created MHC Accountable Care Organization , LLC ( MHC ACO) to participate in the Medicare Shared Savings Program. Launched by Medicare to advance the Affordable Care Act, the MSSP facilitates coordination and cooperation among providers both to improve the quality of care for Medicare beneficiaries and to reduce unnecessary costs. Its threepart aim is to promote: better care for individuals; better health for the population served; and containment of the growth in health care costs. Contact your primary care provider for more information.
LOVE YOUR SKIN New UV Light Therapy UV light therapy uses UVA and UVB rays to painlessly treat wide spread areas of psoriasis, vitiligo and atopic dermatitis. This treatment has proven to be highly effective and remarkably safe and takes only a few minutes. Patients typically respond in 4-6 weeks, and it is available to all ages. For more information, contact Marshall Dermatology at 304-691-1930
Exclusive Skin Care Line Now Available Our physicians and aesthetician at Marshall Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery worked closely with a lab to create and customize a high quality exclusive product line designed to treat acne and the signs of aging. Products are gluten and paraben free. For more information, call 304-691-8910.
UPCOMING EVENTS Orthopedic spine care now available 4TH ANNUAL FALLS PREVENTION SYMPOSIUM April 12-13 Brad D. Smith Foundation Hall 519 John Marshall Drive, Huntington Registration: https://somwebapps. marshall.edu/healthysteps/gerisymp_form. asp HUNTINGTON HEART WALK Join Marshall Cardiology as we raise lifesaving funds to help in the fight against heart disease and stroke—the #1 and #5 killers of Americans. This event is free and open to all ages. Pets are also invited. Saturday, April 21 / 9 a.m. to Noon Ritter Park, Huntington Registration: www.heart.org/ huntingtonwalk
Advanced care that includes all areas of spinal care and surgery, including spinal cord injuries, scoliosis, lumbar and cervical disc conditions and back and neck pain, is one the newest specialties now available at Marshall Orthopaedics. Tom E. Reinsel, MD, a board-certified, fellowshiptrained orthopedic spine surgeon with more than 20 years of experience, joined the practice in 2017. He is accepting new patients and referrals at Marshall Orthopaedics in Huntington (304-6911262) and Teays Valley (304-691-6710).
Marshall Sports Medicine Institute partners with WV Futbol Club
Wednesday, April 25 / 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Marshall University Medical Center Atrium 1600 Medical Center Drive, Huntington
Marshall Sports Medicine Institute (MSMI) is pleased to announce a new partnership with the West Virginia Futbol Club (WVFC), a youth travel soccer club, that will provide sports medicine services to its more than 400 players ages 8 to 19 during regional tournaments and practices. Baseline and followup concussion testing will also be available, helping to ensure a safer return to soccer if a concussion does occur.
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MSMI also offers free sports medicine clinics to the public
ORAL CANCER SCREENINGS Marshall Dentistry & Oral Surgery is offering free oral cancer screenings.
Visit health professionals from Cabell Huntington Hospital and Marshall Health to improve your health with free screenings. Friday, April 27 / 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Huntington Mall 500 Mall Road, Barboursville
Evaluations and assessments on orthopaedic conditions or injuries and advise on next steps are free of charge the following Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.: April 7, 14, 21 and 28; May 5, 12 and 19. Additional Saturday clinics will resume in fall 2018. Dates are subject to change. Call for 304-691-1880 for more info.
7TH ANNUAL JOINTS JOG This event hosted by Marshall Orthopaedics is a 5K run or 1-mile walk. All event proceeds go to support Lily’s Place. Saturday, May 5 / 8 a.m. Barboursville Park, Barboursville Registration: http://www.tristateracer. com/event.php?RaceID=9847 WE’RE ONE - BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Help us celebrate our first year together in Teays Valley with health activities for all ages and, of course, birthday treats! Saturday, May 12 / 9 a.m. to Noon Marshall Health – Teays Valley 300 Corporate Center Drive, Scott Depot Info: 304-691-6800
Diabetes Support Group MONDAY, APRIL 9 / 6 TO 7 P.M. TOPIC: Learn about “Dental Management for Diabetic Patients” at the April Support Group featuring Marshall General Dentistry Residents Joseph Douglas, DDS, and Angela Carbaugh, DDS. MONDAY, MAY 14 / 6 TO 7 P.M. TOPIC: Learn about “Healthy Summer Desserts” at the May meeting of the Diabetes Support Group featuring Tracy Hawthorne, RD, LD, CDE, and Jessica Meek, MS, RD, LD. Group meetings will take place in the Erma Ora Byrd Clinical Center, 1249 15th Street in Huntington. For more information, call 304-691-1660.
MEET OUR NEWEST PROVIDERS FAMILY MEDICINE
FAMILY MEDICINE
Michael Gibbs, MD Primary Care Dr. Gibbs provides primary care for Marshall Family Medicine. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Ambryan L. White, MD Geriatrics Dr. White joined Marshall Family Medicine where she specializes in specializes in geriatrics and home care medicine. She is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Appointments: Call CHH Family Practice - Barboursville at 304-7364027. Matthew Harris, MD Primary Care Dr. Harris joined Marshall Family Medicine where he specializes in primary care. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Appointments: Call CHH Family Practice - Barboursville at 304-7364027. Lauren Matheny, APRN, FNP-BC Primary Care Lauren is a nurse practitioner with Marshall Family Medicine specializing in primary care. A graduate of Marshall University, she is certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Appointments: Call Marshall Family Medicine at 304-6911100 (Huntington). Cynthia Z. Pinson, MD Geriatrics Dr. Pinson joined Marshall Family Medicine where she specializes in geriatrics and home care medicine. She is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Appointments: Call CHH Home Care Medicine at 304-5297004 (Huntington) or 304-720-0210 (Charleston).
Appointments: Call CHH Home Care Medicine at 304-529-7004 (Huntington) or 304720-0210 (Charleston).
INTERNAL MEDICINE Jessica Meek, MS, RD, LD Nutrition Jessica is a registered dietitian for the Bruce Chertow Diabetes Center. She works specifically with diabetic patients regarding nutrition. Appointments: A physician referral is required prior to scheduling an appointment with a dietitian or a diabetes educator. For more information, call Marshall Internal Medicine at 304-691-6910.
Orthopaedics Chad Lavender, MD Orthopaedics Dr. Lavender, a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon, recently joined Marshall Orthopaedics. He treats injuries of the musculoskeletal system and specializes in minimally invasive shoulder and knee surgery. Appointments: Call Marshall Orthopaedics at 304-6916710 (Teays Valley) . To learn more about our newest providers, go to: marshallhealth.org/doctors/new-providers/
Copyright Š 2018 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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