MyHealthKC Magazine Women's Summer 2021

A Women’s Guide to Living Well from AdventHealth

Time to Talk Family Planning?

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Exercising for a Healthier Pregnancy Exercise is a vital aspect of our whole health, especially during pregnancy. Even if your energy is low, it’s time to get moving. During pregnancy, exercise can: 3 Reduce backaches, constipation, bloating and swelling 3 Boost your mood and energy levels 3 Help you sleep better 3 Prevent excess weight gain 3 Promote muscle tone, strength and endurance.

Prior to working out in your first trimester, explain your exercise goals to your OB/GYN and be aware of any concerns he or she may have. Here is a list of exercises and workout recommendations based on trimester.

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FIRST TRIMESTER

During this phase, you can lie on your back, which activates your deep core muscles and helps build a strong foundation to help support your lower back during pregnancy. Examples of good exercises for your first trimester include: 3 Bridges 3 Clam Shells 3 TA Contractions.

SECOND TRIMESTER

Avoid lying on your back for long periods of time, which can decrease blood flow to the uterus. Examples of good exercises for your second trimester include: 3 Cat/Cow Stretch 3 Bird Dog 3 Wall Sits.

E X E C UTI V E D I R E C TO R O F M A R K E TI N G A N D S TR ATE G I C E N G AG E M E N T Doug Spear C R E ATI V E & P R O D U C TI O N The CollaborationKC The material in MyHealthKC is not intended for diagnosing or prescribing. Consult your physician before undertaking any form of medical treatment or adopting any exercise program or dietary guidelines.

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THIRD TRIMESTER

It’s important to watch for signs of a problem. Stop exercising and contact your health care provider if you have: 3 Vaginal bleeding 3 Dizziness 3 Headache 3 Increased shortness of breath before you start exercising 3 Chest pain.

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Any exercising you do in your third trimester will help you through a safe (and possibly faster) delivery and recovery. Try to find activities that have both your feet on the ground or in a seated position. Examples of good exercises for your third trimester include: 3 TA Pull Downs 3 Squats 3 Lateral Band Walks (Resisted).

Summer 2021 A NOTICE FOR CPR CLASSES: The American Heart Association (AHA) strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in all AHA courses and has developed instructional materials for this purpose.

Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course materials, do not represent income to the AHA.

Nutrition Spotlight

Dig in to Enjoy the Tasty Benefits of Broccoli Recipe by Lisa Markley, MS, RDN Lisa Markley, MS, RDN, is the Director of Culinary Medicine at AdventHealth Whole Health Institute. She is passionate about educating others how to harness the healing power of food and offers virtual cooking and nutrition classes.

Broccoli has a well-earned reputation for being a nutritional superstar. After all, it’s a rich source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Better yet, eating broccoli regularly may help reduce the risk of cancer, improve bone health and protect heart health. This delicious broccoli salad is great to serve at a summer picnic or potluck.

Broccoli Salad with Creamy Tahini Lime Dressing Ingredients: 1 pound broccoli florets ½ cup chopped red onion ½ cup dried cranberries or raisins ½ cup sunflower seeds ¼ cup sesame tahini 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup ¾ teaspoon sea salt Freshly ground black pepper Water

Directions:

1 Cut the broccoli into bite-sized pieces then toss in a medium mixing bowl with onions and dried cranberries or raisins.

2 In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lime juice, vinegar, maple syrup, salt and pepper. Slowly add 1 tablespoon of water at a time until you reach a consistency that’s thin enough to pour, yet still thick and creamy enough to coat the broccoli.

3 Toss broccoli salad with dressing.

Sprinkle with sunflower seeds when ready to serve.

Yield: 6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Join Lisa Markley for virtual cooking classes that will walk you through how to implement evidence-based nutrition recommendations and culinary techniques for achieving optimal health. Register at AdventHealthKC.com/Events.

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Spend Your Saturday Evening With the Kansas City Symphony AdventHealth South Overland Park is thrilled to host the Kansas City Symphony for a free outdoor Mobile Music Box concert. The Kansas City Symphony musicians bring the music to you, from familiar classics to uplifting modern works.

Saturday, June 26, 6:30 to 7:30 pm AdventHealth South Overland Park, 7840 W. 165th Street Overland Park, KS 66223 Park in the east parking lot. Seating available in the west parking lot. Lawn and folding chairs are encouraged.

AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Earns Five Stars in Updated CMS Quality Ratings AdventHealth Shawnee Mission again earned five stars from The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings for April 2021. AdventHealth Shawnee Mission is one of only six hospitals in Kansas to earn the highest possible rating, and one of 455 hospitals out of the more than 4,500 U.S. hospitals surveyed.

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Whole Health Institute Adds Practitioners, Formalizes Name AdventHealth Shawnee Mission’s integrative medicine office, which had been temporarily referred to as the Center for Whole Health since its establishment in 2019, now has a permanent name, a permanent office and a growing team of practitioners. The newly minted AdventHealth Whole Health Institute, located in the medical office building at AdventHealth South Overland Park, provides high quality, unrushed and personalized care to deliver a true healing experience. The multidisciplinary team of clinicians is led by Tereza Hubkova, MD, medical director and integrative medicine physician, and now also includes Megan Schlick, ND, AdventHealth’s longtime naturopathic doctor, and Lisa Markley, MS, RDN, LD, registered dietitian nutritionist and director of culinary medicine. The practitioners help clients achieve better health with less medications and they work alongside primary care physicians and other specialists to support the patient’s optimal health.

To schedule directly with the Whole Health Institute, call 913-632-3550 or learn more at AdventHealthKC.com/IntegrativeMedicine.

AdventHealth Medical Group Adds Primary Care Practices in Southern Overland Park, Lawrence This summer, AdventHealth Medical Group will welcome two new primary care practices: a brand-new family medicine and internal medicine office in southern Overland Park and a longtime family medicine office in downtown Lawrence.

In August, Primary Care at South Overland Park will open at AdventHealth South Overland Park, near 165th and Antioch.

The office will be staffed by two experienced physicians and a nurse practitioner. This will become the second AdventHealth Medical Group primary care office at AdventHealth South Overland Park; Internal Medicine & Pediatrics at

South Overland Park opened on the campus in 2017.

Family Medicine Associates, which has served the healthcare needs of Lawrence-area residents since 2001, will join the AdventHealth Medical Group network in late summer.

The provider team includes four family physicians and six physician assistants.

With these additions, AdventHealth Medical Group will now have primary care offices in 12 communities across Johnson, Miami and Douglas counties.

AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Named to the Fortune/IBM Watson Health 100 Top Hospitals® List AdventHealth Shawnee Mission has been named to the Fortune/ IBM Watson Health 100 Top Hospitals® list. This is the fifth time AdventHealth Shawnee Mission has been recognized with this honor as one of the top performing hospitals in the U.S. The annual list recognizes excellence in clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, patient experience and financial health.

AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ for the Spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade AdventHealth Shawnee Mission received an “A” grade in the spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing AdventHealth Shawnee Mission’s achievements protecting patients from errors, injuries, accidents and infections. The Leapfrog Group is an independent national watchdog organization committed to health care quality and safety.

AdventHealth Shawnee Mission has earned 16 consecutive ‘A’ grades.

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hat happens when you stay indoors for an unprecedented amount of time, get a lot less sleep than usual, have no opportunity to exercise and face non-stop, overwhelming stress?

For more than 61 percent of Americans, what happened was unwanted weight gain due to the once-in-a-century COVID-19 pandemic.

According to a new American Psychological Association report, 40 percent of 3,000 adults surveyed gained an average of 29 pounds in 2020. And 10 percent said they gained more than 50 pounds.

“I think almost everyone went into this pandemic period with the idea that it would only last for a short period of time, so they were not careful with the habits they established, and those habits resulted in unwanted consequences with regard to weight,” said Matthew Swan, MD, Obesity Medicine Specialist, Primary Care Physician, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission.

Matthew Swan, MD, Primary Care, AdventHealth Medical Group With experience in both internal medicine and oncology, Dr. Swan is uniquely qualified to provide care for patients with a wide range of health needs, from complex medical conditions to chronic disease management to routine preventive or acute care. Dr. Swan earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed his residency, including service as chief resident, at Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver, Colo.

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Emotional eating and trouble sleeping Even without a pandemic environment, negative emotions may lead to a feeling of emptiness or an emotional void. Food is believed to be a way to fill that void and create a false feeling of temporary wholeness. This pattern is known as “emotional eating.”

It can cause feelings of guilt or shame, and lead to a cycle of excess eating and, of course, weight gain.

“The use of emotional eating to provide some sort of comfort undoubtedly affected the majority of the population. Those who have been using food as a way to cope with their stress unfortunately have been left with little in the way of other options or avenues to learn new habits for the time being,” said Swan.

Additionally, when you’re not getting enough sleep, you end up with a hormonal imbalance. Adults need seven to nine hours of sleep each night. Denying your body that recovery will leave you feeling hungrier and more tired.

“We have all spent a large amount of time in our homes, resulting in people eating a lot more than they normally would. For those who are working from home, the office has never been closer to the kitchen which provides a near constant temptation for many people. It is almost like someone sat down and created a plan to make the population collectively gain weight,” said Swan.

It’s time to get moving With the arrival of warmer weather and fewer COVID-19 restrictions thanks to the rising number of vaccinations, it’s the perfect time to reassess our daily habits and get back to a healthier lifestyle.

Even if exercise doesn’t feel like a priority, the benefits are huge. It relieves stress, boosts the immune system and reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression. In fact, any physical activity that you can fit into your day – even a fiveminute walk – will be helpful to keep your weight in check and brighten your mood.

As you begin taking steps toward a healthier lifestyle, it’s important to be kind to yourself. Remember, this isn’t an experience you’re going through alone. And it hasn’t been easy. The whole world is trying to cope with the past year. So it’s important to remind yourself that even small progress is progress.

“The place that exercise really holds its own is with the maintenance of weight and mental wellbeing. Exercise maintains muscle mass, which is crucial for your resting metabolic rate, the calories you burn just being alive.

It also has a positive effect on your neurotransmitters – helping you feel calm and well,” said Swan.

Consequences of the Pandemic

Kids and Pets Have Been Affected, Too Grown-ups aren’t the only ones with growing waistlines as the country has sheltered-in-place.

Pediatricians are warning that the pandemic’s long-term disruption of in-person schooling, sports and

other activities is leading to weight gain that could have long-lasting impacts on children’s health.

And veterinarians report that even pets are getting pudgy. Banfield Pet Hospital, the nation’s largest

general veterinary practice, surveyed almost 1,000 dog and cat owners in October 2020.

Some 42 percent of pet parents admitted that their pets had gained weight during quarantine.

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Kimberly Matthews, MD, OB/GYN, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Kimberly Matthews, MD, earned her bachelor of science from the University of MissouriRolla, and received her medical degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia, and completed her residency at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She is Board-certified with the American Board of OB/GYN. Matthews is married and has two daughters. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, cooking, exercising and reading.

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Time to Talk Family Planning?

Make Sure Your Doctor Is Part of the Conversation

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aybe you just started to think seriously about getting pregnant. Or maybe you don’t intend to get pregnant anytime soon but have concerns about family planning and your biological clock.

Rest assured, your health care provider is ready to discuss any and all reproductive topics – even ones that seem embarrassing or sensitive.

“At this visit, we will go over health history, vaccination history, genetic history and determine if any testing or vaccines should be done prior to trying to conceive.

Answering questions about fertility and the best time to achieve pregnancy can be addressed as well,” said Kimberly Matthews, MD, OB/GYN, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission.

What are some health conditions that can affect someone’s ability to get pregnant?

3 Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) 3 Thyroid disorders 3 Weight disorders 3 Endometriosis 3 Other autoimmune and endocrine disorders.

Having health conditions that affect fertility does not mean it is impossible to get pregnant. There are many things that we can do to optimize health to help achieve pregnancy naturally. If needed, there are medications that can help patients achieve a pregnancy if ovulation or menstrual cycle regularity are issues.

Be sure to request a fertility consultation When you call to make your appointment, make sure your health care provider knows you want to talk about family planning and fertility so there’s plenty of time for a productive conversation.

Write a list of your concerns, symptoms and questions beforehand. It’s a lot easier than trying to gather your thoughts or come up with your questions off the top of your head.

And you be sure to bring a list of your medications you’re taking to your appointment — even over-thecounter products or supplements.

“If possible, the woman's partner should also be included in the visit.

Some important information to have is the partner's health history and the partner's family history, especially if there are any genetic risk factors in your partner's family that could affect the upcoming pregnancy,” said Matthews.

Another important topic is fertility charting, which determines when a woman is most fertile by monitoring the menstrual cycles.

“This can be done by looking for signs of ovulation like changes in bodily fluids or increases in temperature. A really nice way to track cycles is to use an app on your phone, which can help you predict your most fertile days,” said Matthews.

Ask about supplements and lifestyle changes Vitamins aren't only for people who are pregnant. Some supplements should be taken before you even start trying to conceive.

“It is very important to be taking a prenatal vitamin with at least 400mg of folic acid several months before trying to conceive and getting at least 1 mg is even better. Some women on certain medicines or with certain health conditions may need even more folic acid. DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid, is important as well and you should get at least 200mg daily,” said Matthews.

It's crucial to have an open conversation with your health care provider about your lifestyle habits and ask if you need to make changes before trying to conceive.

For example, being overweight or underweight can decrease your fertility. Excessive exercising, drinking alcohol and smoking cigarettes can also negative impact your fertility and pregnancy.

Share the good news with your doctor right away Many couples have no idea what to do after they find out they’re pregnant. Fortunately, your doctor can help.

“Your health care provider will help you set up your first appointment at the appropriate time in the pregnancy. Make sure you stop smoking and drinking if you haven't already done so. Continue with healthy diet and exercise. Most importantly, relax and celebrate what you've been working to achieve and the excitement a pregnancy brings,” said Matthews.

Get an inside look at our Birth Center and our team, so that when your baby is ready to arrive, you’re ready, too. If you’ve already chosen AdventHealth as your labor and delivery hospital, an in-person tour is offered as part of AdventHealth maternity navigator visits.

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Ask the Doctor

Simran Elder, MD, Hematology and Oncology specialist, on high risk breast cancer awareness and treatment What does it mean to be at high risk for breast cancer?

What are the main factors that contribute to breast cancer?

What are some ways to reduce the risk of breast cancer?

Individuals may be at a higher risk for breast cancer than the general population if they have certain hereditary genetic abnormalities or a family history of breast, ovarian or other certain cancers.

Breast cancer is now the most commonly diagnosed cancer worldwide. Some patients may be at higher risk due to genetic predisposition, personal history of breast cancer or a history of chest wall radiation therapy.

Smoking and excess alcohol use, obesity and certain hormonal factors also increase an individual's risk of breast cancer.

It is important that patients make their screening mammograms a priority and stay up-todate on their primary care visits for exams.

If there is a family history of cancer or if you have the other risk factors listed above, I recommend talking with your health care provider about whether visiting a high risk breast cancer clinic may be appropriate for you. Additionally, trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle through diet and exercise and avoidance of smoking or excess alcohol use can help to reduce the risk of breast cancer.

How has breast cancer detection improved in the last decade?

Imaging technology has improved, with 3D mammograms now being used as a standard, which allows for increased detection particularly in some younger patients or patients with dense breast tissue. Additionally, high risk breast cancer clinics have emerged, with the goal of breast cancer prevention and early detection by comprehensive individualized screening methods.

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Why is it significant that breast cancer is now the most commonly diagnosed cancer worldwide?

It shows the importance of prevention and early detection to achieve the best long-term outcomes for patients as possible.

AdventHealth High Risk Breast Clinic Shawnee Mission provides specialized care for individuals with an increased risk of breast cancer due to family history or specific breast cancer risk factors. To learn more, visit BreastHealthKC.com or call 913-632-9100.

Wellness & Parenting

Health & Wellness YOGA BUDDIES — 6 WEEK SERIES

An inclusive yoga class designed for people with special needs and their friends.

Wednesdays, June 23 to July 28, 9 to 9:45 am (5 to 11 years of age) Wednesdays, June 23 to July 28, 10 to 10:45 am (12 years and older) Cost: $60

PELVIC FLOOR MOVEMENT — 4 WEEK WORKSHOP

An essential insight into how the pelvic floor works, activating muscles correctly and training the muscles for symptom relief and prevention.

Learn gentle daily movements and breathwork that will help create strength and balance in your pelvic floor to obtain freedom and trust in your daily activities.

Mondays, July 12 to Aug. 2, 5:30 to 6:30 pm Cost $60

ANXIETY BUSTER — 4 WEEK SERIES

Movement is key to a healthy outlook.

This therapeutic class is designed to relieve racing mind, inability to stop thinking and repetitive thoughts.

Gentle movements along with guided mediation, breathing, intention setting and mood regulation techniques provide each participant with tools to relieve their anxiety symptoms.

Tuesdays, July 13 to Aug. 3, 6 to 7 pm Cost: $60

LOVE YOUR BODY YOGA — 6 WEEK SERIES

Practice yoga in a supportive environment to boost your body image with meditation, breath work and vinyasa flow. This class includes modifications for all body types. All fitness levels encouraged, especially those new to yoga.

Thursdays, Aug. 17 to Sept. 21, 5:30 to 6:30 pm Cost: $90

PILATES CORE STRENGTH — 4 WEEK SERIES

Increase body awareness as you are guided through specific movements designed to strengthen your entire core from deep inner muscles, external and internal obliques, to lower and upper abdominal and mid to lower back muscles. A strong and stable core is a powerful tool to relieve stress and pain on the back while aligning the pelvis and spine.

Thursdays, Aug. 19 to Sept. 9, 5:30 to 6:30 pm Cost: $60

CPR/Life Saving

For dates and to register, visit AdventHealthKC.com/Events.

ACCELERATED HEARTCODE BLS FOR RENEWING PROVIDERS Cost: $40 BLS: BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Cost: $60 FAMILY AND FRIENDS CPR WITH PEDIATRIC FIRST AID Cost: $40 HEARTSAVER® PEDIATRIC FIRST AID WITH CPR AND AED Cost: $75

Parent Education

For the following class dates and times, please visit AdventHealthKC.com/Events.

BABIES DON’T BARK

This class offers positive, practical and fun solutions for new and expectant parents and anyone else who wants to learn how wonderful life with babies and dogs can be!

Cost: $35

BREASTFEEDING GETTING OFF TO A GOOD START

This beginner breastfeeding class covers the first feedings through the first three weeks at home. Topics include benefits, what you need before baby is here, positioning, latching and breast care. Partners are encouraged to attend.

Cost: $20

BREASTFEEDING ONLINE

This self-paced course is a mix of self-study, reading and video clips with use of an access code and book.

Access to a certified breastfeeding educator is available through email and phone as you work through the class.

Cost: $50

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Integrative and Culinary Medicine TO N U R T U R E YO U R W H O LE H E A LT H

VIRTUAL TUESDAYS WITH TEREZA POWER UP YOUR BRAIN

More and more Americans suffer from depression, anxiety, attention deficit disorder and dementia. Learn what lifestyle choices may lower your risk, how they may be informed by genetics and how you can optimize the function of your brain to live a healthy, happy and fulfilled life.

June 15, noon to 1 pm Cost: $15

SET YOURSELF UP FOR A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP Learn ways to improve your sleep, pros and cons of commonly prescribed sleep aids and how a home sleep study could be the solution to feeling your best in body, mind and spirit.

July 13, noon to 1 pm Cost: $15

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR THYROID

Are you feeling tired, gaining weight, losing hair or suffering from constipation?

Your thyroid may be the cause. In this session, we’ll explore the factors affecting your thyroid function and available treatment options.

WEIGHT LOSS AND WEIGHT MAINTENANCE IN THE 21ST CENTURY

Learn how to determine your optimal weight, how to maintain it and what makes some people resistant to weight loss. We will discuss the impact our lifestyle, microbiomes and circadian rhythm have on our metabolism.

Aug. 17, noon to 1 pm Cost: $15

PERSONALIZED NUTRITION – CAN KNOWING YOUR GENES HELP?

Modern medicine should be personalized, predictive, preventative and participative. The dynamic and rapidly evolving field of nutrigenetics and nutrigenomics allows us to do just that. Learn how the knowledge of our genes may allow for a more personalized approach to prevention through dietary, lifestyle and supplement recommendations.

BREASTFEEDING RETURNING TO WORK AND PUMPING

This class covers from the time babies are about three weeks old on and answers questions such as how to bottle feed a breastfed baby, what type of pump works best for you, pump care and breast milk storage. Partners are encouraged to attend.

Cost: $20

CHILDBIRTH 5 WEEK

Our five-week comprehensive childbirth class series is perfect for first-time parents. A certified childbirth educator will cover stages of labor, comfort measures and positions, what to expect at the hospital, medications and much more. This course includes the Newborn Care class at Shawnee Mission.

Cost: $65

CHILDBIRTH NATURAL STRATEGIES

Our one-time class is a perfect addition to Weekend Childbirth or five-week classes. A certified instructor provides an opportunity

for you to create your birth vision by clarifying values, writing a birth plan and practicing additional relaxation and comfort measures. Participants need to complete a childbirth preparation class prior to attendance.

Cost: $30

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION ONLINE

This method of preparing for childbirth might be a good fit if you prefer to learn at your own pace, have been placed on bed rest or if your work/ travel schedules prevent you from committing to a traditional class. Access to a certified childbirth instructor is available through email and phone.

Cost: $80

CHILDBIRTH REFRESHER AND VBAC

A refresher class for parents to focus on this pregnancy while reflecting on the last. A certified childbirth instructor will review stages of labor, what to expect at the hospital, positions and comfort measures, medications and

Aug. 24, noon to 1 pm Cost: $15

July 27, noon to 1 pm Cost: $15

NUTRITIOUS LIFE WITH LISA: SMART SNACKS COOKING DEMO

Dietitian and chef Lisa Markley will show you healthy, grab-andgo snacks that can be made quickly. Recipes included.

June 18, noon to 1 pm Cost: $15

VIRTUAL COOK-ALONG: MAIN COURSE SUMMER SALADS

Learn how to make a variety of salads worthy of being your main course. Dietitian and chef Lisa Markley will share her favorite tips and tricks for layering together various flavors and textures to achieve a perfectly satisfying salad. She’ll also take you beyond salad greens and will also teach you how to utilize beans, whole grains and other veggies. By the end of class, you’ll also feel confident in knowing how to make your own homemade salad dressings.

June 24, 6 to 7:30 pm Cost: $19

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Support Groups As a health care provider in the Kansas City area, AdventHealth is a source of knowledge with an awesome responsibility to support our community's health and wellness. From supporting your neighbors in their efforts to quit smoking, to helping kids foster good life-long habits, we're honored to provide community outreach programs to help our neighbors enjoy greater wellness as we work toward building a stronger, healthier community.

Learn about our upcoming programs and support groups at AdventHealthKC.com/SupportGroups or call 913-676-7777, option 2.

FREEDOM FROM SMOKING®

Want to be free from nicotine but don’t know where to start? This program will teach you how to change your behavior and become smoke free for life.

Mondays, Aug. 2 to Sept. 13 and Wednesday, Aug. 25 Cost: $35 more. Also includes topics specific to anyone interested in having a VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) with your upcoming birth.

Cost: $30

GRANDPARENTS CLASS

First-time and experienced grandparents will learn how to support their son or daughter and spouse’s new role as parents, plus current safety issues.

Cost: $25

NEWBORN CARE

Learn what to expect at the hospital, the importance of newborn tests and procedures, baby basics such as bathing, diapering, cord care, safe sleep, calming techniques, Happiest Baby on the Block and much more. Included in the Childbirth Five-Week class, and complimentary with the Weekend Childbirth classes.

Cost: $30

NEWBORN CARE ONLINE

This self-paced course is a mix of self-study, reading and video clips via access to an interactive online class website. Access to a certified childbirth educator is available through email and phone as you work through the class.

Cost: $40

SIBLING: 3 TO 6

Children ages 3 to 6 will learn how to get ready for their newborn sibling.

They will learn what to expect with a new baby in the house, experience a simulated womb, tour the AdventHealth Birth Center at Shawnee Mission to see where Mom and their new brother or sister will be and wrap a special gift for them.

Cost: $15

WEEKEND CHILDBIRTH PART 1

Our half day, two-part, class is perfect for those unable to attend the five-week series due to scheduling conflicts. In Part 1, a certified childbirth instructor will provide information on the stages of labor, comfort measures and positions.

Fee includes mother and partner as one registration.

Please register for your free Newborn Care class.

Cost: $35

WEEKEND CHILDBIRTH PART 2

Once you have taken Weekend Childbirth Part 1, continue learning in Part 2. In Part 2, a certified childbirth instructor will provide information on what to expect at the hospital, medications, Cesarean birth and postpartum. Fee includes mother and partner as one registration. Completion of part 1 is a prerequisite for this class. Please register for your free Newborn Care class.

Cost: $35

COMING SOON: AROMATHERAPY FOR HEALTHY AND WELL

3 Basics of Aromatherapy – July 1* 3 Aromatherapy for Anxiety and Low Moods – July 20 3 Aromatherapy for Teens and Young Adults – Aug. 4 3 House & Home with Aromatherapy – Sept. 29**

All classes are held from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, unless otherwise noted.

Cost: $5

Specialty Classes HOW TO ALLERGY PROOF YOUR HOME

More than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies each year. Join us to learn how to ease symptoms by reducing the exposure to allergens in your home.

June 23, 5:30 to 7 pm July 21, 5:30 to 7 pm* Cost: $5

CREATING PEACE IN YOUR SPACE

This workshop will introduce you to the basic tools. Decide where to start. Evaluate what earns the right to stay. Learn about systems of organization that may work in your home. Discuss feelings of overwhelm.

June 24, 5:30 to 7 pm Cost: $5

FROM CLUTTER TO CLARITY

Letting go of things that have served their purpose in your life opens your space, your mind and your heart to new adventures. Here we’ll dig-in to all those excuses you have for keeping things you no longer use.

July 29, 5:30 to 7 pm Cost: $5

FROM CHAOS TO CALM

Being organized is about knowing what we have and being able to find it when we need it. To be successful, your organizing system must fit your personality and lifestyle.

Aug. 26, 5:30 to 7 pm Cost: $5

*These classes will be held at AdventHealth South Overland Park located at 7840 W. 165th Street in Overland Park, Kan., in Suite 120. **This class will be at AdventHealth Lenexa located at 23351 Prairie Star Parkway, Lenexa, Kan., in the Prairie Star Conference Room.

Massage Therapy Services Rejuvenate with a relaxing massage at the Woodland Hills Building on the AdventHealth Shawnee Mission campus. A variety of massages can be tailored to meet your needs.

Massage types include Swedish, Deep Tissue, Prenatal and Stone.

A variety of massage lengths are available to fit any schedule:

3 10, 20, and

30-minute chair

3 30, 60, and

90-minute full body

3 90-minute full body – stone

Call AdventHealth Massage Therapy at 913-676-8447 for more information or to schedule an appointment. HSA accounts are accepted.

For more information or to register for any of these classes, visit AdventHealthKC.com/Events or call AdventHealth Class Registration at 913-676-7777, option 2.

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The Facts

Art Therapy: Drawing on the Healing Power of Art Art therapy is a specialized mental health discipline that uses creativity to help resolve psychological conflicts. The goal is to help people find new ways to gain personal insights and new coping skills by exploring self-expression.

“Using art as a tool for enhanced expression gives one the feeling of empowerment. Especially at a time where one feels lack of power, art becomes an effective way to go beyond our perceived limitations. When one feels helpless, creativity gives us control.” – Noel Kearns, ATR-BC (Art Therapist) Working with art therapists has proven to be an effective mental health treatment for people living with depression, trauma, medical illness and social difficulties.

ART THERAPY HELPS WITH STRESS AND DEPRESSION

ART THERAPY BENEFITS MENTAL HEALTH The benefits that art therapy can bring to a person’s mental health include: 3 Improving self-esteem 3 Facilitating self-expression 3 Boosting self-confidence 3 Lowering anxiety 3 Increasing self-control 3 Providing a cathartic release of emotion 3 Increasing insight and self-understanding 3 Helping to bypass cognitive defenses and quickly assessing emotion

Creating art carries many of the same benefits of meditation. Being completely focused on creating art helps alleviate stress and quiets anxious thoughts in our minds. Making art that represents emotions can help us process things we are feeling.

ART THERAPY IS EASY TO ACCESS

You don’t need specialized training to participate in art therapy exercises. And you don’t need to be diagnosed with a psychological disorder to benefit from these exercises. All you need is a willingness to experiment with different materials and explore your emotions.

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AdventHealth | Summer 2021

ART THERAPY IS MUCH MORE THAN COLORING

In order to be truly considered art therapy, art exercises must be guided by an art therapist – who is trained to help patients understand how their creative expression reveals their thoughts and feelings. Art therapists are also trained to facilitate the right creative exercises that best align with a patient’s interests, mood, abilities, etc.

Locations AdventHealth Campuses and Emergency Rooms AdventHealth Shawnee Mission  9100 W. 74th Street Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-676-2000 AdventHealth South Overland Park**  7820 W. 165th Street Overland Park, KS 66223 913-373-1100 Medical Office Building 7840 W. 165th Street Overland Park, KS 66223 AdventHealth Lenexa**  Building A 23351 Prairie Star Parkway Lenexa, KS 66227 913-676-8500 Building B 23401 Prairie Star Parkway Lenexa, KS 66227 913-676-8500 AdventHealth College Boulevard**  7025 College Boulevard Overland Park, KS 66211 913-632-3500 AdventHealth Ottawa  1301 S Main Street Ottawa, KS 66067 785-229-8200 = AdventHealth Emergency Room AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care Locations Internal Medicine & Pediatrics 7840 W. 165th Street, Suite 210 Overland Park, KS 66223 913-373-2230 Prairie Star 23351 Prairie Star Parkway, Suite A245 Lenexa, KS 66227 913-676-8630 Shawnee Mission 7450 Kessler Street, Suite 300 Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-632-2900 Shawnee Crossings 6815 Hilltop Road, Suite 100 Shawnee, KS 66226 913-632-9600 De Soto 8960 Commerce Drive, Suite 4E De Soto, KS 66018 913-789-3961 Lenexa 8804 Renner Boulevard, Suite 200 Lenexa, KS 66219 913-676-8400 Prairie Village 7501 Mission Road, Suite 103 Prairie Village, KS 66208 913-632-9880

Deer Creek 6240 W. 135th Street, Suite 150 Overland Park, KS 66223 913-632-9500 Spring Hill 22450 S. Harrison Street, Suite 100 Spring Hill, KS 66083 913-592-2720 Paola 705 Baptiste Dr. Paola, KS 66071 913-294-2305 Specialty Clinics AdventHealth Whole Health Institute 7840 W. 165th Street, Suite 110 Overland Park, KS 66223 913-632-3550 AdventHealth Medical Group Endocrinology at Shawnee Mission 7450 Kessler Street, Suite 203 Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-676-7585 AdventHealth Medical Group Endocrinology at South Overland Park 7840 W. 165th Street, Suite 210 Overland Park, KS 66223 913-676-7585 AdventHealth Medical Group Pulmonology at Shawnee Mission 7450 Kessler Street, Suite 204 Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-632-9770 AdventHealth Medical Group Neurology at Shawnee Mission 7450 Kessler Street, Suite 205 Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-632-9810 AdventHealth Medical Group Neurosurgery at Shawnee Mission 7450 Kessler Street, Suite 202 Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-632-9480 AdventHealth Medical Group Neurosurgery at South Overland Park 7840 W. 165th Street, Suite 210 Overland Park, KS 66223 913-632-9480 AdventHealth Medical Group Neurosurgery at Lenexa 23351 Prairie Star Parkway, Suite A275 Lenexa, KS 66227 913-632-9480 AdventHealth Medical Group General Surgery at Shawnee Mission 7450 Kessler Street, Suite 201 Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-632-9200

AdventHealth Medical Group Hematology Oncology at Shawnee Mission** 9301 W. 74th Street, Suite 100 Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-632-9100 AdventHealth Medical Group Gynecologic Oncology at Shawnee Mission** 9301 W. 74th Street, Suite 130 Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-632-9130 AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery at Shawnee Mission 9119 W. 74th Street, Suite 350 Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-632-9400 AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology at South Overland Park 7840 W. 165th Street, Suite 280 Overland Park, KS 66223 913-632-9400 AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology at Lenexa 23351 Prairie Star Parkway, Suite A275 Lenexa, KS 66227 913-632-9400 AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology at Lansing 1004 Progress Drive, Suite 130 Lansing, KS 66043 913-632-9940 AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology at Heartland 2040 Hutton Road Kansas City, KS 66109 913-632-9400 Surgery Centers AdventHealth Surgery Center Lenexa 23401 Prairie Star Parkway, Suite B200 Lenexa, KS 66227 913-632-9300 AdventHealth Surgery Center Shawnee Mission 9301 W. 74th Street, Suite 300 Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-632-9300 PT Solutions Physical Therapy A hospital department of AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

PT Solutions of Shawnee Mission Woodland Hills Building 7315 E. Frontage Road, Suite 120 Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 913-676-2444 PT Solutions of Lee’s Summit 913 N.E. Woods Chapel Road Lee’s Summit, MO 64064 913-632-4795 PT Solutions of Westport 546 Westport Road Kansas City, MO 64111 913-632-4790 PT Solutions of Olathe 18581 W. 151st Street Olathe, KS 66062 913-632-4780 PT Solutions of Olathe Station 11970 S. Black Bob Road, Suite 100 Olathe, KS 66062 913-393-0992 PT Solutions of Piper 7652 State Avenue Kansas City, KS 66112 913-632-4775 PT Solutions of Shawnee 15315 W. 67th Street Shawnee, KS 66217 913-632-4785 PT Solutions of Stonehedge 9870 W. 87th Street Overland Park, KS 66212 913-632-4760 PT Solutions of Leawood 3636 W. 135th Street Leawood, KS 66224 913-632-4765 PT Solutions of Platte Woods 8644 N. Boardwalk Avenue, Suite 21 Kansas City, MO 64154 913-632-4740

AdventHealth Ottawa Locations AdventHealth Medical Group Orthopedic Care at Ottawa* 1301 S. Main Street Ottawa, KS 66067 785-229-8438 AdventHealth Medical Group Pulmonary Care at Ottawa* 1301 S. Main Street Ottawa, KS 66067 785-229-8438 AdventHealth Medical Group Surgical Care at Ottawa* 1301 S. Main Street Ottawa, KS 66067 785-229-8438 AdventHealth Medical Group Urology Care at Ottawa* 1301 S. Main Street Ottawa, KS 66067 785-229-8438 AdventHealth Cardiovascular Care at Ottawa* 1301 S. Main Street Ottawa, KS 66067 833-764-2273 AdventHealth Medical Group Women’s Care at Ottawa* 1301 S. Main Street Ottawa, KS 66067 785-242-9889 AdventHealth Primary Care at Wellsville A service of AdventHealth Ottawa 424 Main Street Wellsville, KS 66092 785-883-4863

AdventHealth Specialty Care at Ottawa A service of AdventHealth Ottawa 1428 S. Main Street, Suites 3 & 4 PT Solutions of Lenexa City Center Ottawa, KS 66067 8804 Renner Boulevard, Suite 210 • Family Medicine — 785-229-8882 Lenexa, KS 66219 • Internal Medicine — 785-229-8882 913-632-4755 • Neurology — 785-242-4003 • Pediatrics — 785-229-8891 PT Solutions of Roeland Park 5675 Roe Boulevard AdventHealth Medical Group Roeland Park, KS 66205 Hematology Oncology at Ottawa* 913-632-4750 1301 S. Main Street Ottawa, KS 66067 AdventHealth 785-248-2910 Centra Care AdventHealth Sports Med & Rehab Ottawa Overland Park A service of AdventHealth Ottawa 9099 W. 135th Street 901 S. Main Street Overland Park, KS 66221 Ottawa, KS 66067 913-549-4242 785-229-8343 Olathe 14744 W. 119th Street *Hospital departments Olathe, KS 66062 of AdventHealth Ottawa 913-839-1759 **Hospital departments Shawnee of AdventHealth Shawnee Mission 11245 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66203 913-268-4455

PT Solutions of Overland Park 7820 W. 165th Street Overland Park, KS 66223 913-373-1100 PT Solutions of Lenexa Building A 23351 Prairie Star Parkway Lenexa, KS 66227 913-676-8500

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AdventHealth Shawnee Mission earned Advanced Certification in Perinatal Care Certification by The Joint Commission.

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And by caring for 5,000 families each year, our experience ensuring the safest delivery possible is clear.

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