A QUARTERLY PUBLICATION OF PIEDMONT MEDICAL CENTER
FALL 2014
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THE ROLE OF HOSPITALISTS:
A conversation with Dr. Roosevelt Daniel
Roosevelt G. Daniel, MD, has served as a Hospitalist since 2011 and as the Medical Director of Piedmont Medical Center’s Hospitalist Team since the beginning of 2014. Our Hospitalists are a vital part of the award-winning care provided here at Piedmont, and we felt that Dr. Daniel’s insight into practicing medicine within the hospital setting would be of interest to our community. If you have additional questions for Dr. Daniel, he can be reached at pmc-hospitalists@tenethealth.com. What is a Hospitalist? “Hospital-based physicians have become the standard in caring for patients who require hospitalization. Much of this is because of the way that medicine has changed since the late 1990s. Private practice physicians used to make rounds in the hospital in the morning before seeing patients in their office. They may have stopped by the hospital during lunch breaks or on their way home to monitor their patients’ progress. Demands on physicians’ time have grown, and the need for acute patients to have someone in charge of their care throughout the day and night has increased. Therefore, the role of the Hospitalist has emerged.” What do Hospitalists do? “I view my responsibilities as a Hospitalist as three-fold. First and foremost, I must provide the best possible care to each and every patient I have the privilege to serve while they are here in the hospital. Secondly, if patients need a medical specialist to treat specific conditions, it is my job to refer them and coordinate their care. Lastly, I have a tremendous responsibility
to make sure that we transition patients back to their primary care physician or other personal physician specialist in such a way that their care providers are aware of what transpired while they were here. Our goal in doing this is to prevent them from having to be readmitted, if at all possible. As much as we love caring for our patients, we know that they would prefer to be at home rather than in the hospital.” Does a patient ever have more than one Hospitalist? “It is possible to have more than one Hospitalist as the attending physician while they are here – for instance, if they have a lengthy stay. Most of us are scheduled from 7am-7pm for seven straight days, and then a second team will repeat that same schedule. There are also Nocturnists on our team who work only the overnight shifts from 7pm-7am.” How does the Hospitalist, who may have just met the patient for the first time, gain access to a patient’s medical history? “Most physicians will tell you that, initially, the patient or his or her family members are usually the best sources of information. That said, we always search our internal records to see if they have an existing chart at Piedmont that might help us see the whole picture. We frequently communicate with Primary Care Physicians and other Specialists in private practice if we have questions about a specific patient. We also have the ability to reach out to other hospitals on the patient’s behalf.” ...continued on page 3
CEO CO RN E R
A message from Bill Masterton Chief Executive Officer
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hospital is a key part of a community’s infrastructure. In terms of healthcare and job creation, its impact is profound. At Piedmont Medical Center, we provide exceptional care to the residents of York County and beyond. We also employ more than 1,500 of our neighbors, a number that grows exponentially when you consider the local businesses we work with. And, we contribute to the influx of intellectual capital in the area when our highly-trained physicians become valued members of the community. I am in constant awe of the medical miracles our physicians facilitate each day at Piedmont. The same intelligence, dexterity, and talent that led them to be physicians show up in interesting ways in their personal lives. Surgeon Dr. Alex Espinal just finished a 100-mile ultra-marathon in Ohio. Dr. Karol Richards bungee jumps and has been known to run with the bulls in Spain. Two of our physicians, Dr. Joe Robinson and Dr. Terry Ezell are champion golfers. Gastroenterologist Dr. Stephen Bott grows prize-winning camellias and saved a bystander’s life during one of his shows. Dr. James Rentz, Dr. Eric Johnson and Dr. Rick Richter are road cyclists. Dr. Shelaila Villamor is an accomplished singer, and Dr. James Hubbard fences competitively. Dr. Smitha Ballyamanda plays flag football, kickboxes and does classical Indian dance. Dr. Aida Jacic is an organic farmer, and Dr. Leann Rettell writes young adult novels. Chief of Staff Dr. Vasant Patel has been involved in the development of BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Charlotte. I could go on for pages. Every one of our medical staff members has an interesting story to tell. The same discipline and dedication that enable them to care for us in our most vulnerable moments also lead to fantastic accomplishments outside their professions. I feel truly privileged to live in a community among these physicians and have the good fortune to call them friends. Some other ways we contribute to the infrastructure of our community include:
We recently recognized
employees who reached a milestone in their years of service (from 5 years to 40 years – a total of 2,300+ years all together!). I’m always inspired when I see how many people have found meaningful, stimulating work that matters at Piedmont. 2
By the end of this quarter, we will
have tripled the number of Primary Care Physicians we employ in our PMC Physician Network. myPMCnetwork.com
We are on track to complete the $20 million expansion of the
Emergency Department, and I think we can all agree it positions Piedmont well to meet the needs of our growing community. It’s very important for us to continue to be diligent and focused on the quality of patient experiences during this transition. By the end of this year, we’ll have the capacity to serve more than 70,000 of our friends and neighbors annually.
We recently awarded our annual Nurse Betty Scholarship to an area high school student, providing her with $20K toward the pursuit of a nursing degree.
Twenty-three of our employees were selected to participate
in an educational opportunity through Tenet-owned Baptist Medical Center’s accredited University to receive degrees in their chosen profession. Tuition is fully paid by Tenet, with Piedmont making a significant contribution to each recipient’s books and materials.
Finally, last fall we launched Path to Health, our company-wide
initiative to educate patients about the health insurance options provided under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and to help with enrollment for those seeking these health insurance exchange products. The upcoming enrollment period, beginning on November 15, will provide another opportunity to improve and expand our efforts.
In these ways and more, we’re building a healthier community and strengthening our commitment to one another and those we serve. Thank you for being a part of our success.
Maxie Douglas (OR), Debbie Harris, (Outpatient Surgery) and Albernita Grase (Lab).
William Masterton, CEO
LIF ELI N E
From saving a little girl’s life to supporting our troops: Piedmont honors two special heroes.
EMS Hero Award
Patriot Award
n August, we were pleased to recognize Fort Mill resident Hakeem Sanders with our EMS Hero Award! The award honors citizens who demonstrate bravery and step in to save the life of another. Back in July, Hakeem heard banging on his apartment door. When he answered, he found his neighbor Hayley Owino frantic with her 2-month-old daughter Adda Claire unconscious. Luckily, Hakeem knew infant CPR. He performed CPR on little Adda and was able to get her breathing again before Fort Mill Rescue Squad arrived to take her to the hospital. Thanks to his quick action, Adda is alive and well today!
Captain Robert White, our Piedmont EMS Community Relations Coordinator, was recently surprised with a very prestigious award! He received the Patriot Award from the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) office of the US Department of Defense.
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Hakeem is truly Adda's hero, and Hayley wanted to recognize and thank him publicly. We were so happy to be able to present him with the EMS Hero Award - which has only been given out 5 times in the last 25 years!
The award recognizes employers committed to supporting employees who serve in the National Guard or Reserve. Robert was nominated by SGT Daniel Osborne of the 430th of the NC Army National Guard, who also works with our Piedmont EMS. Robert worked to secure crucial training tools for Daniel’s Reserve unit when they did not have the resources necessary to complete their combat medic training. Dr. Perry C. Hopkins, the nation’s most decorated living veteran, presented the award to Robert during a ceremony in the Women’s Tower Lobby. Congratulations to Robert – we are so proud of you!
The Role of Hospitalists continued from page 1 Will a patient’s Primary Care Physician be notified that their patient is in the hospital? “Ideally, when a patient arrives here, their Primary Care Physician (PCP) is notified. This is an opportunity for the provider to communicate any concerns or knowledge of the patient’s medical history. We do coordinate outpatient follow up with the PCP whenever possible, however it is always a good practice for the patients or their family members to confirm with their personal physicians that they are scheduled for a follow-up appointment and that they have any medical records they may need. Our new patient portal allows secure online access to this information as well.” What happens to the patient/Hospitalist relationship once the patient leaves the hospital? “We are always available to assist with any urgent needs between the patients’ discharge from the hospital and their follow-up appointments with their personal physicians.” What happens if patients don’t have their own Primary Care Physician? “We work closely with the nursing team and case management to try and establish that prior to the patient leaving. It is rare that someone is hospitalized and doesn’t need a follow-up appointment of some kind, so this is a big part of our discharge process.” 3
Our Mission: To deliver exceptional healthcare to every person we have the privilege to serve.
PIE DM O N T P R I D E
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ongratulations to our most recent Service Excellence Award Winners! Employees are nominated for these awards by patients and their families or fellow employees. Each month, one person is selected by their colleagues as the Employee of the Month. We also honor one outstanding Nurse with the DAISY Award each month. Quarterly awards are chosen for our Physician of the Quarter.
PHYSICIAN OF THE QUARTER Roosevelt Daniel, MD
Medical Director, Hospitalist Program
These employees set an excellent example of what it is to have Piedmont Pride and to truly put the well-being of their patients and peers before themselves.
OUR HOSPITAL SERVICE EXCELLENCE AWARD WINNERS: EMPLOYEE(S) OF THE MONTH
DAISY AWARD
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JULY
AUGUST
JUNE
Tammy Heath
Vincent McMoore
Linda Patti
Terri Crisp, RN
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Pharmacy
CVICU
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AUGUST
Connie Neely, RN
Wendy Cloninger, RN
Medical/Surgical Unit
Piedmont Medical Center offers an online portal where patients can access their health records.
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e are excited to introduce a new service to our patients – the My Health Rec patient portal! Patients admitted to our hospital as an inpatient or in our emergency department are eligible to register for this interactive, online portal where they can access their health records, get health information to share with their doctors, pay bills and view test results. Patients will be asked upon registration in the hospital if they would like to “opt-in” to the program by providing a valid email address. Then, an email invitation will be sent to that email address with a link to register for your My Health Rec account name and password. Once that is completed, access to the portal is available 24/7 by visiting PiedmontMedicalCenter.com/MyHealthRec.
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Labor & Delivery
Inpatients can securely and conveniently connect with their computer or smart device.
Take steps for a healthier lifestyle: November 8 • December 13 • January 10
WAL K W I TH A D O C
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e are thrilled to partner with “Walk with a Doc,” a non-profit organization that strives to help the community take steps to better their health. This program is held once a month at the Piedmont Medical Center Trail at Riverwalk. Walkers joining the featured physician will have the opportunity to ask questions about their health, and enjoy the camaraderie of others in the community! Join us for Walk with a Doc the second Saturday of the month at 8 a.m. First-time registrants will receive a free t-shirt and pedometer.
PA R K S , R E C R E AT I O N & T O U R I S M
Registration is FREE. Call 803-329-1234 and choose option 2 or online at myPMC.com/events to register.
PLEA S E W E L C O M E OUR NE W E ST P HYSIC IAN Dr. Ann Meyer joined Dr. Dean Adelman, Dr. Elizabeth Zimmerman and Nurse Practitioner Marilee Calamas at Fort Mill Family Practice in July. She is board-certified in Family Medicine and ABIHM-certified in Integrative Medicine. Dr. Meyer believes in an integrative, holistic approach to care. Her focus is on the whole patient – body, mind and spirit. Fort Mill Family Practice provides a full range of medical services with a focus on preventive care: from routine physicals; health screenings and immunizations; to treatment of chronic conditions and specialized care for women, children and seniors.
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N U RS I N G NO O K
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH: Compassion is key to award-winning cancer care.
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iedmont has been providing advanced treatment for cancer patients since the day we opened our doors, and we’re recognized nationally for providing high quality cancer care. We employ and work with leading experts in the field, allowing us to bring the latest research to the diagnosis and treatment of our patients. Equally important are the one-on-one relationships we build with those we serve. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness month, which is a good opportunity to shine the spotlight on the work done by our staff at the Women’s Diagnostic Center. The Center, located on the Piedmont campus directly across from the new ER, offers a full range of diagnostic and imaging services for women of all ages, including: digital screening, diagnostic and 3D mammography, sterotactic biopsy, breast ultrasound and ultrasound-guided biopsy, preoperative needle localizations, bone density testing and x-rays. MRI breast and MRI breast biopsy procedures are also offered at Piedmont in the main Imaging Department. Whether a patient arrives for a routine screening, returns for a follow-up diagnostic test, or is there to discuss treatment plans, the staff at the Women’s Diagnostic Center is committed to making her and her family feel welcome. They make an effort to reach out to those patients undergoing cancer treatment, putting them at ease on return visits and even sending personal notes of encouragement along the way.
“My grandmother had breast cancer, which is why I now do what I do. You have to be able to read people, to make them feel comfortable, to cry and laugh with them.” – Michelle Hayes, The Women’s Diagnostic Center
“Our oncology unit is small, and we like it that way. We have specially trained staff who are focused on delivering high quality cancer care in an intimate setting. Patients are family to us as soon as they walk through our doors.” – Nancy McCorkle, RN, Oncology Program Coordinator
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Piedmont Imaging Services at 803-329-6878. 6
Michelle Hayes is the Manager of the Women’s Diagnostic Center and oversees the majority of imaging services; Jennifer Barnwell, RN, OCN, CHPN, is Piedmont’s Cancer Care Navigator and primary point of contact for patients receiving cancer treatment in the outpatient setting; and Nancy McCorkle, RN, BSN serves as oncology nurse unit manager and program coordinator for Piedmont Medical Center. Together with their respective teams, the three work to coordinate and manage patient care: from imaging to diagnosis, from treatment to aftercare. By the time someone sees Jennifer, it’s likely the patient has already been there for an initial screening, follow-up ultrasound, and have had a biopsy. Jennifer helps explain the diagnosis and outlines next steps, which involve seeing a surgeon or oncologist. “I put the news into perspective,” says Jennifer. “Patients’ biggest concerns are, naturally, that they won’t be there for their families in the future; or that they will have to undergo mastectomies; or and that they will have a hard time with chemotherapy. Every case is unique, but I remind them that breast cancer is one of the most highly treatable forms of cancer. We’re by their side all the way.”
Watch our video and learn more about our Imaging Services at myPMC.com/imaging.
Jennifer serves as a “go to” point person for patients, helping them navigate multiple doctors, appointments, confusing treatment regimens, and tests during what is a stressful time. She calls patients at home to see how their surgical sites are healing, educates and supports them as they go through chemotherapy or radiation, and assists with other barriers to care, such as insurance problems, work worries or transportation. She is also in daily contact with Nancy to ensure that patients experience a smooth transition from inpatient stays or surgery to continuing outpatient care.
As part of Piedmont’s ongoing mission to provide quality care, Jennifer and the oncology team recently conducted a Community Needs Assessment Survey, collecting information from the public in York County and surrounding areas. Participants had experienced some sort of cancer diagnosis and treatment – at any facility, not just Piedmont – and were asked to evaluate their satisfaction with the diagnosis and treatment process, as well as their follow-up care. Results were largely positive, with the majority of people stating that they had received good care and were well-educated, regarding what to expect before, during and after treatment. Nutrition education, education related to treatment options, and an increase in the number of support groups in the area topped the list as services that the public wanted more of, as did better access to individual counseling and transportation services. Barnwell and the oncology team are now in the process of evaluating 430 surveys, and hope to expand services and community outreach.
– Jennifer Barnwell, RN, Cancer Care Navigator
S ATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH 8 AM - NOON: Party for the Girls: at the Baxter Village Imaging Center (routine mammos, no physician order required) P lease refer to the calendar listings on page 15-16 for a full list of upcoming events and support groups regularly held at Piedmont.
PIEDMONT IS RECOGNIZED NATIONALLY FOR CANCER CARE:
National Accreditation with Commen-
dations from The American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer
Accredited Facility (for Breast MRI,
Computed Tomography, MRI Breast Ultrasound, Mammography and Ultrasound) by the American College of Radiology
“When I moved to York County, I fell in love with the community and joined Piedmont. I wanted to help build our cancer care services so people would see that they didn’t have to leave the area for treatment. Everything they need is right here.”
1 ST AND 3RD THURSDAYS “Beyond Breast Cancer”
Piedmont offers all cancer patients
access to “The New Attitude Room,” where they can shop for wigs, head scarves, and other accessories. All items are donated by the community and available for free. Also:
In 2011, Piedmont was the first in
the region to offer 3D mammography, which provides an additional level of image clarity and often leads to earlier detection.
The Women’s Diagnostic Center features a special MRI machine for breast care, designed to accommodate a woman’s body.
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VOL U N TEER A U X I L I A RY
Some of the most visible and valuable people at Piedmont are our Volunteers.
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e were thrilled to recently honor the members of our Volunteer Auxiliary at their Annual Awards Luncheon. We have a fantastic group of dedicated individuals volunteering their time to help out our staff and patients on a daily basis – thank you for all you do!
Piedmont Medical Center Volunteers
Teen Volunteers
8,000 Hours Joyce Elder Priscilla Jennings
We were proud to have 70 teenagers helping out in the hospital this summer as a part of our Teen Volunteer Program. This annual program allows local teens to volunteer in various departments of the hospital and gain hands-on experience working in healthcare. The high schools we had represented this summer included:
6,000 Hours Paul Bagwell 4,500 Hours Barb Rosbrook Laura Rosbrook 2,000 Hours Ruth Carrol 1,500 Hours Irma Bendet 1,000 Hours Catherine Blair Donna Greene Joe Greene Carolyn Griffin Linda Hinson Gerald Kemp Brenda Scarborough Almeda Stearns
700 Hours Frances Cate Marge Ebeling Donald Moe Lesta Voght 400 Hours Ann Crouch Carol Funk Lillian Kemp Mary Martin Joy Pasquariello Kathleen Vermilyea 100 Hours Gail Cooke Hannah Levister Phillips Love Cecila Nettleton Lynn Robinson Elizabeth Simpson Brynne Soukup Frank Surrat Earl White Stephanie Woloszczuk
SPECIAL CONGRATULATIONS TO IRMA BENDET, OUR VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR. 8
Charlotte Islamic Academy Clover High School Connection Academy Fort Mill High School Indian Land High School Nation Ford High School Northwestern High School
Rock Hill High School South Pointe High School Sun Valley High School Westminster Catawba Christian School York Comprehensive High School York Preparatory Academy
York Summerfest 2014 – Healthy Hometown We hosted our Healthy Hometown at York's annual Summerfest on August 23. It was a beautiful day, and we enjoyed meeting hundreds of people who stopped by to get health screenings, play games, pose for pictures in our photo booth and much more.
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2014 Nurse Betty Scholarship winner – Kendall Chavis
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nce again, we announced our annual Nurse Betty Scholarship winner. This year, the high school student receiving the $20K scholarship to help with her nursing degree is Kendall Chavis. She will be attending Lander University this fall. Two previous winners of this scholarship were able to join us for the presentation and we were able to celebrate their success in the college classroom as well! After she graduates, Kendall will get to put her education to good use, as she will work at PMC for at least two years. We are proud to be able to support the education of future nurses in our community!
Nurse Betty & Kendall Chavis
LE TTERS FR O M PAT I E N T S
Recognizing Piedmont’s employees for outstanding care.
...PMC rocks! I had my first stay/surgery at Piedmont last week. I have had many stays at Columbia and Chester SC hospitals and nothing compared to the care I was given. My nurse during my hysterectomy was Shannon who not only got my IV in first stick (never happens), but she took wonderful care of me. Then I was moved to the Women's Center 4th floor. My nurses and techs were Brenda, Star, Cheryl, Kaitlin and Hailey. They were all fabulous! You have a great group of nurses that deserve recognition for their care and compassion that they showed me. ...Ms Brenda was unbelievably wonderful too. I expressed to her how much they, your nurses, made such a great impression of PMC! She even came to hug me bye before she left and to make sure there was nothing else I needed. — Jennifer My husband and I want to thank two of your paramedics for the wonderful response they provided when [our son] collapsed at home. Both Gene Moss and Tommy Caldwell were so kind and professional. As soon as they arrived, they took charge, which relieved our anxiety over watching [our son] turn gray and not able to talk. With a little info from us, they identified part of his problem, which was a reaction to [his medication]. Your paramedics reversed that and got him safely to the ER. — Robert and Elizabeth
FREE Heart Health Risk Assessment! THIRD THURSDAY OF ANY MONTH 7:30 - 10:30 am • Piedmont Medical Center Women’s Tower 4 10 2
Please, no food or drink after midnight on the day of your screening. We will be unable to screen those who have not fasted.
HOW OLD IS YOUR HEART?
I N TEN S I VE SH A RE...
HEART AND LUNG EMERGENCY prompts doctors to place patient in a medically-induced state of hypothermia.
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t was like any other Memorial Day – the Martof family of Lake Wylie relaxed and grilled burgers for dinner. Michael Martof, 50, who owns a lawn business, had no choice but to enjoy some time off – his lawn mower had broken and he was waiting for it to be fixed. After the festivities came to an end, the family headed to bed. The air conditioner had gone out that day, so while 20-year-old son Zach went to sleep in his room upstairs, 16-year-old Jacob decided to crash on the floor in his parent’s bedroom where it was much cooler. Little did they know, this night would turn out to be anything but ordinary. Shortly after 3am, Sharon Martof awoke with a start. Next to her, her husband was in distress – Mike was in a cold sweat, wide-eyed, shaking and unresponsive.
Dr. Leonard, Mike and Dr. Kundra
Mike had been a patient of cardiologist Dr. Arun Kundra for four years after a virus attacked his heart muscle, causing congestive heart failure. He had bundle branch block, a condition that affects the electrical impulses making the heart beat, putting the person at higher risk for sudden cardiac death. Mike had since been working with Dr. Kundra to monitor his condition. Given his history with heart problems, Sharon immediately understood what was happening – he was in cardiac arrest.
They had waited for quite some time when Dr. Sam Skarote, Mike’s intensivist in Sharon, Mike and Jacob the ICU, decided he needed a pep talk. He leaned over his bed, tapped him and said, “Mike, it’s time for you to open your eyes.” His eyelids fluttered, and it was obvious Mike had heard him. “It was in that moment that I knew everything was going to be okay,” Sharon said.
She grabbed the phone and dialed 911. While EMS was en route to their house, Sharon, Jacob and Zach listened as the operator explained that they would need to perform CPR. Jacob began chest compressions, listening to the instructions of the 911 operator. He continued to work on keeping his father’s hear pumping until EMS arrived and rushed Mike to Piedmont. There, doctors and nurses began their own work to keep Mike alive.
Fast forward a few months later, and Mike is on his way to a full recovery. He is a currently enrolled in Piedmont’s Cardiac Rehab program, which will help strengthen his heart muscle. He is a star student, and the staff often has to remind him to slow down and take it easy! He also received an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD), a device that helps to control dangerous heart arrhythmias like the one Mike experienced.
Not only had he gone into cardiac arrest, one of his lungs had also filled with fluid and collapsed. Staff performed a chest x-ray and radiologist Dr. Bruce Leonard saw the lung condition immediately. A chest tube was inserted and the lung was re-inflated.
Mike is a survivor and counts himself lucky. The immediate CPR that Jacob performed on his dad certainly helped save his life that night. Mike also credits the fast reaction and close attention of his medical team – including Dr. Kundra, Dr. Leonard, and Dr. Skarote – for helping him make it through. Mike’s family feels thankful and blessed that he is still with them. “God was with us – everything just lined up,” said Sharon. “It’s truly a miracle that he is alive today. He is here for a reason.”
Mike was unconscious for quite some time, and a traumatic event like this can cause damage to the brain. In an attempt to stop as much damage as possible, the medical team placed him in a medically-induced state of hypothermia. Lowering his body temperature would reduce the body’s workload, allowing the brain time to heal. Once they warmed his body up, the Martof family waited to see if Mike would wake up so the medical team could assess his condition.
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GENCY BiggER. FastER. BettER.
THE BEST IS YET TO COME! Our team is hard at work finishing the final phase of our ER expansion, to include: • Private triage areas • Additional treatment spaces to serve you • An expanded lobby, designed for your comfort We expect to complete the expansion by the end of the year. 4 12 2
Dental Access Days supported by Piedmont Medical Center
Piedmont Medical Center's involvement in the Dental Access Days event was unprecedented according to organizers. We provided onsite EMS coverage and assisted those in need while over 1,400 of our friends and neighbors received dental care that they otherwise could not have afforded. It was a honor to serve our community in such a meaningful way.
You can WORRY, or you can take ACTION! 1 in 14 people will develop LUNG CANCER Take our FREE ONLINE PRE-SCREENING SURVEY at myPMC.com/screenings to see if you’re a good candidate for a CT scan. source: National Comprehensive Cancer Network® – www.nccn.org
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Piedmont Medical Center and Pet Therapy
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his fall, PMC is getting a little bit cuter, as Pet Therapy dogs Bella, Toby and Holly Belle join our ranks! Handlers Kathy Zant, Jennifer Veurink and Amanda Kushmider and their four-legged friends will be visiting patients to bring a little joy to their days while they are with us. We are so appreciative of them volunteering their time!
Sutton Road Pediatrics Opens
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e’ve cut the ribbon and officially opened the newest practice in our PMC Physician Network – Sutton Road Pediatrics!
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We love kids, big and little!
Whether you come to us for well visits or for the unexpected illness or injury, we consider it a privilege to have your child in our care.
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803-547-8181 SuttonRoadPediatrics.com For appointments, call
515 River Crossing Drive, Suite 180, Fort Mill Adjacent to Piedmont Express Care at Sutton Road.
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PIEDMONT CALENDAR OF EVENTS EVENTS
CLASSES
QUIT SMART! Smoking Cessation Counseling
CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
Scheduled one-on-one, $10 per one-hour session. Call 803-985-4651 to set up a time.
PERIPHERAL VASCULAR DISEASE (PVD) SCREENING / FREE 1
October 1 • 10 am 1 PMC Women’s Tower
EXPECTANT PARENTS TOUR / FREE 4
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Oct. 4, 5, 18 • 1 pm
518 18 PMC Women’s Tower
SURGICAL WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM PRE-SURGERY SEMINAR / FREE October 9 • 12:30 pm
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9 Piedmont General Surgery
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Associates, Rock Hill October 9, 29 • 6 pm 29 9 29 PMC Women’s Tower
WALK WITH A DOC / FREE October 11 • 8 am
11 11 Piedmont Medical Center Trail at the Rock Hill Outdoor Center (Located at the Riverwalk Development)
HEART HEALTH RISK ASSESSMENT
Oct. 16 • 7:30-10:30 am • FREE 16 16 PMC Women’s Tower Resource Center Fasting required, no food or drink after midnight.
MAMMOS 'TIL MIDNIGHT 17
Oct. 17 • 8 am-12 am 17 PMC Women’s Diagnostic Center
TEGA CAY FALL FESTIVAL
Oct. 25 • 11 am-5 pm 25 25 Glennon Community Center, Tega Cay
OLD TOWN ZOMBIE CRAWL
Oct. 25 • 12 pm-6 pm 25 25 5K/Fun Run for The Heart2Heart Foundation • OldTownZombieCrawl.com
FORT MILL FALL FESTIVAL 31
Oct. 31 • 5-7 pm 31 Main Street, Fort Mill, SC
BOO-HAHA 31
Oct. 31 • 5:30-8 pm 31 Main Street in Old Town, Rock Hill, SC
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OCTOBER 2014 FREE SUPPORT GROUPS
October 4, 18 • 8 am 18 PMC Women’s Tower
CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION 4
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October 4, 18 • 8 am 18 PMC Women’s Tower
SIBLING BOOT CAMP 5
October 5 • 2 pm 5 PMC Women’s Tower
GRANDPARENTS 101 5
October 5 • 3 pm 5 PMC Women’s Tower
INFANT MASSAGE CLASS 6
October 6 • 6 pm 6 PMC Women’s Tower
YOUNG PARENTS TO BE 6
October 6 • 7 pm 6 PMC Women’s Tower
TOTAL JOINT – HIP & KNEE 7
October 7 • 2 pm & 23 • 4 pm 23 7 23 PMC Women’s Tower, 3rd Floor
INFANT CPR 12
October 12 • 3 pm 12 PMC Women’s Tower
BUDGETING FOR YOUR BABY October 18 • 2 pm
18 18 PMC Women’s Tower INFANT CARE
October 18 • 2 pm
18 18 PMC Women’s Tower MAYBE BABY – WHAT TO EXPECT October 18 • 3 pm
18 18 PMC Women’s Tower LOOK GOOD FEEL BETTER - HELPING WOMEN WITH CANCER / FREE October 20 • 6:30 pm
20 20 PMC Doctor’s Dining Room BREASTFEEDING CLASS October 20 • 7 pm
20 20 PMC Women’s Tower
Registration is required for all events except for support groups. To register, please call 803-329-1234, and press 2 or visit myPMC.com/events Visit myPMC.com/pulse for a listing of all current events and more details.
BREASTFEEDING Support Group
Every Tuesday 10-11 am PMC Women’s Tower 2nd Floor Perinatal
KNIT CHICKS Cancer Survivor Support Group
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Oct. 1, 15, 29 • 2:30 pm
29 29 15 1 15 PMC Women’s Tower
BEYOND BREAST CANCER Support Group 2
October 2, 16 • 5:30 pm
16 2 16 PMC Women’s Diagnostic Center
ALZHEIMER'S Support Group 2
October 2 • 6 pm
2 PMC Doctor’s Dining Room
DIABETES Support Group 2
October 2 • 6 pm
2 PMC Women’s Tower
SCLERODERMA Support Group 4
Oct. 4 • 1 pm 4 Doctor’s Dining Room PMC
SURGICAL WEIGHT LOSS Support Group 7
October 7 • 6 pm
7 PMC Women’s Tower
US TOO - PROSTATE CANCER Support Group October 7 • 7 pm 7 7 PMC Doctor’s Dining Room
TYPE 1 DIABETES Support Group 9
October 9 • 6:45 pm
9 PMC Doctor’s Dining Room
MENTAL HEALTH Support Group October 15 • 7 pm
15 15 PMC Women’s Tower STROKE Support Group
October 19 • 11 am • Healthsouth
19 19 Piedmont Rehabilitation Hospital 1795 Dr Frank Gaston Blvd, Rock Hill
EMPTY ARMS Support Group October 20 • 7 pm
20 20 PMC Women’s Tower, Conf. D SPINAL CORD INJURY Support Group October 21 • 6 pm
21 21 PMC Women’s Tower
PIEDMONT CALENDAR OF EVENTS EVENTS
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QUIT SMART! Smoking Cessation Counseling
CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION
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November 1 • 12 Noon-6 pm 1 Baxter Town Center, Fort Mill, SC
A HEALTHIER RUNWAY - SURGICAL WEIGHT LOSS FASHION SHOW / FREE 6
November 6 • 7-8:30 pm
6 Rock Hill Galleria Mall
CHILD SAFETY SEAT INSPECTION
November 7 • 8-11:30 am 7 7 Britax Child Safety, Inc., 4140 Pleasant Road, Fort Mill, SC • FREE
PARTY FOR THE GIRLS MAMMOGRAM PARTY
November 8 • 8 am-12 Noon 8 Imaging Center at Baxter Village, The 6th Baxter Crossing, Fort Mill, SC
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WALK WITH A DOC / FREE
November 8 • 8-9 am 8 8 Piedmont Medical Center Trail at the Rock Hill Outdoor Center (Located at the Riverwalk Development)
SURGICAL WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM PRE-SURGERY SEMINAR / FREE November 13 • 12:30 pm 13 13 Piedmont General Surgery Associates, Rock Hill and 6 pm at PMC Women’s Tower
COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE
VIRTUAL DEMENTIA TOUR 18
November 18 • 5-6 pm 18 PMC Women’s Tower
HEART HEALTH RISK ASSESSMENT Nov. 20 • 7:30-10:30 am • FREE
20 20 PMC Women’s Tower Resource Center
SIBLING BOOT CAMP 2
November 2 • 2 pm
2 PMC Women’s Tower
GRANDPARENTS 101 2
November 2 • 3 pm 2 PMC Women’s Tower
INFANT MASSAGE CLASS 3
November 3 • 6 pm 3 PMC Women’s Tower
YOUNG PARENTS TO BE 3
November 3 • 7 pm 3 PMC Women’s Tower
TOTAL JOINT – HIP & KNEE 4
Nov. 4 • 2 pm & 27 • 4 pm
27 4 27 PMC Women’s Tower, 3rd Floor
INFANT CPR 9
November 9 • 3 pm 9 PMC Women’s Tower
BUDGETING FOR YOUR BABY 15
November 15 • 2 pm 15 PMC Women’s Tower
MAYBE BABY – WHAT TO EXPECT 15
November 15 • 3 pm 15 PMC Women’s Tower
BREASTFEEDING CLASS November 17 • 7 pm
17 17 PMC Women’s Tower
FREE SUPPORT GROUPS BREASTFEEDING Support Group
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November 6 • 6 pm
6 PMC Doctor’s Dining Room
DIABETES Support Group 6
November 6 • 6 pm
6 PMC Women’s Tower
KNIT CHICKS Cancer Survivor Support Group Nov. 12 • 2:30 pm
12 12 PMC Women’s Tower TYPE 1 DIABETES Support Group November 13 • 6:45 pm
13 13 PMC Doctor’s Dining Room EMPTY ARMS Support Group November 17 • 7 pm
17 17 PMC Women’s Tower, Conf. D SPINAL CORD INJURY Support Group November 18 • 6 pm
18 18 PMC Women’s Tower STROKE Support Group
November 19 • 11 am • Healthsouth
19 19 Piedmont Rehabilitation Hospital 1795 Dr Frank Gaston Blvd, Rock Hill
MENTAL HEALTH Support Group November 19 • 7 pm
19 19 PMC Women’s Tower
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Every Tuesday 10-11 am PMC Women’s Tower 2nd Floor Perinatal
SURGICAL WEIGHT LOSS Support Group 4
November 4 • 6 pm
4 PMC Women’s Tower
Fasting required, no food or drink after midnight. Visit myPMC.com/pulse for a listing of all current events and more details. 16
ALZHEIMER'S Support Group
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November 6, 20 • 5:30 pm
20 6 20 PMC Women’s Diagnostic Center
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BAXTER FALL FESTIVAL & MARKET DAY / FREE
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November 1, 15 • 2 pm 15 PMC Women’s Tower
BEYOND BREAST CANCER Support Group
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Nov. 1, 2, 15 • 1 pm 15 PMC Women’s Tower
November 1, 15 • 8 am
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Support Group November 4 • 7 pm 4 4 PMC Doctor’s Dining Room
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EXPECTANT PARENTS TOUR / FREE
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Scheduled one-on-one, $10 per one-hour session. Call 803-985-4651 to set up a time.
NOVEMBER 2014
Registration is required for all events except for support groups. To register, please call 803-329-1234, and press 2 or visit myPMC.com/events.