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Quinoa Is the Key to This Hearty, Healthy Salad This satisfying bowl of healthy goodness has so many flavors and textures — you get a little something different with each bite! With its tasty combination of soft avocado, nutty quinoa, chicken, fresh cilantro, and bright citrus flavor, it’s the perfect light dinner or easy lunch.
Chicken Quinoa Salad Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed 2 cups water or low sodium chicken broth 1 tsp. chili powder 3 tsp. minced garlic, divided ½ tsp. lime zest 2 tsp. + 2 Tbsp. olive oil ¼ tsp. salt (optional) ½ tsp. black pepper 1 lb. boneless chicken tenders Vegetable cooking spray ¼ cup lime juice ¼ cup sliced green onions 1 raw carrot, shredded 1 cup chopped zucchini ½ cup chopped red bell pepper 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro (or to taste) 4 seedless Mandarin oranges, peeled 1 ripe avocado, peeled & cubed (or to taste) To find more delicious recipes, visit MyHealthKC.com.
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Directions: 1 Cook quinoa according to package directions and fluff with a fork. Transfer to a large bowl and let cool.
2 Preheat broiler with a rack set
4 to 6 inches from the heat. In a medium bowl, combine the chili powder, 2 tsp. garlic, lime zest, 2 tsp. oil, salt (if using) and black pepper. Add chicken and toss to coat. Put chicken on a baking sheet sprayed with vegetable cooking spray and broil, turning once, until browned and cooked through, about 12 minutes total. Let cool slightly, then slice.
3 Add chicken and remaining
ingredients to quinoa; toss to coat. Serve immediately or refrigerate. Notes: 3 You can add or substitute your favorite fresh vegetables. 3 Squeeze half of one lime over the avocado before adding it to the salad to help keep it from turning brown.
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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.
Exercise & Fitness
Interval Training: The Best Way to Work Smarter – Not Longer Staying physically active is a vital part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. But are some exercise options better than others? You might want to consider interval training – especially if your current routine is feeling stale or doesn’t seem to be helping much. In a nutshell, interval training means alternating short bursts (about 30 seconds) of intense activity with longer intervals (about 1 to 2 minutes) of less intense activity. For example, you might combine leisurely walking with periods of faster walking. If you're walking outdoors, you could walk faster between certain mailboxes, trees or other landmarks. By changing the intensity of effort, you can get maximum cardiovascular benefits – including decreasing your risk of heart disease and high blood pressure.
Here’s How Interval Training Can Help: 3 Burn more calories. The harder you exercise, the more calories you burn — even if you increase intensity for just a few minutes at a time. 3 Make better use of your time. An interval training workout takes less time than a standard cardiovascular workout – without sacrificing results. 3 Improve your aerobic capacity. As your cardiovascular fitness improves, you'll be able to exercise longer or with more intensity. Imagine finishing your 60-minute walk in 45 minutes! 3 No need for special equipment. You can perform intervals walking, running, biking or swimming. Or you can work out on an elliptical trainer, treadmill or exercise bike. 3 Beat workout boredom. Turning up your intensity in short intervals can really spice up your exercise routine. Before starting a new fitness regimen, be sure and talk with your primary care physician. To find the right primary care physician for you, visit MyHealthKC.com.
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Life is unpredictable. And when a non-life-threatening emergency happens, you can now reserve an ER treatment time online and wait in the comfort of your own home. Using InQuickER is quick and easy: 3 Reserve a treatment time online* 3 Complete a brief, secure form 3 Receive a confirmation with directions and details 3 Go straight to your appointment Schedule online at GetInQuickERKC.com *For patients with non-life- or limb-threatening emergencies. In a life-threatening medical emergency, call 911, do not use InQuickER.
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Susan Lee, MD, and Brad Palmer, DO, Open New AdventHealth Medical Group Practice Experienced primary care physicians Susan Lee, MD, and Bradley Palmer, DO, have joined AdventHealth Medical Group to establish a new primary care office at AdventHealth South Overland Park. Certified physician assistant Kirsten Lampe, PA-C, will also join the practice. Lee, a Board-certified family medicine physician, and Palmer, a Board-certified internist, come to AdventHealth from a primary care practice in Mission Farms. Lampe most recently worked at an urgent care clinic in Olathe. On Aug. 4, Lee and Palmer and will begin seeing patients at their new office; Lampe will join the practice mid-August. AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care at South Overland Park 7840 W. 165th Street, Suite 160, Overland Park, KS 66223 Phone: 913-373-2141
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ for the Spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Named to the Fortune/IBM Watson Health 100 Top Hospitals® List
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.
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 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.
AdventHealth Medical Group Welcomes New Physicians Elaine Demetroulis, MD, a Board-certified interventional cardiologist, joined AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology & Cardiovascular Surgery at Shawnee Mission in May. She welcomes new patients, ages 18 and older. Steven Hess, MD, a Board-certified neurological surgeon, joined AdventHealth Medical Group Neurosurgery at Shawnee Mission in June. He welcomes new patients. Maria Werly, MD, a Board-certified family medicine and integrative holistic medicine physician, joined AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care at Lenexa in June. She welcomes new patients of all ages. Derek Low, MD, a Board-certified pulmonologist and critical care physician, joined AdventHealth Medical Group Pulmonology at Shawnee Mission in June. He welcomes new patients, ages 18 and older.
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A Helping Hand: Easing the Aches of Gardening
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or the avid gardener, tending flowers, trimming bushes, planting a new tree and even mowing the lawn can be a wonderful way to relax and enjoy the outdoors. British horticulturalist and garden designer, Gertrude Jekyll, seemed to say it best: "The love of gardening is a seed that once sown never dies." Too often though, having a green thumb can lead to pain and injury in the hands or arms as the gardening season heats up. “As an occupational therapist, the most common conditions we see in the hand that can cause pain, limit range of motion and decrease someone's ability to participate in daily activities would be tendonitis conditions affecting use of the thumb and the wrist, as well as osteoarthritic conditions affecting the thumb, fingers and wrist,” said Katie Pascuzzi, Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD), OTR/L, at PT Solutions Physical Therapy. Also known as "wear and tear" arthritis, osteoarthritis causes the smooth, protective cartilage on the ends of your bones to wear away, causing pain when the bones rub together. “Rheumatoid arthritis – which is genetic – also affects the hands and fingers. This form of arthritis is controlled by the body's immune system. With
rheumatoid arthritis, the body actually attacks its own joints,” said Doug Cusick, MD, Plastic Surgeon at AdventHealth Shawnee Mission. Cusick has performed thousands of hand surgeries over the past 27 years. If the pain is keeping you from doing your everyday activities or if you’re experiencing ongoing tingling, numbness or weakness in the hands or fingers, it’s important to get help early. The AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Hand Specialty Center is the only facility in the greater Kansas City area to exclusively offer a full spectrum of services for the delicate treatment of hands and wrists. “We’re able to see patients within a week when they call for an appointment – so they can receive a prompt diagnosis, followed by treatment,” said Cusick. Therapy can often reverse painful hand, wrist and arm conditions, especially when addressed early. “Occupational therapists often treat patients with these conditions before resorting to surgery. We help them improve range of motion to increase the ability to functionally use the hand and fingers, and strengthen the supporting muscles to offload the large forces placed on these joints,” said Pascuzzi. When these problems become so irritable they are beyond chronic, surgical correction may be required. “Typically, a hand surgery patient should expect a recovery period of three-to-four weeks, depending on the complexity of the outpatient surgery. After the procedure, an occupational therapist can
help make sure the joints stay soft and supple, so the patient can resume normal activities as soon as possible,” said Cusick. What About Trigger Finger and Trigger Thumb? In addition to arthritis and carpal tunnel (which occurs when one of the major nerves to the hand is squeezed or compressed as it travels through the wrist), gardening and similar activities can cause conditions known as “trigger finger” and “trigger thumb” causing your finger or thumb to get stuck or locked in a bent position. Fortunately, diagnosis is usually easy because of an identifiable bump on the palm of your hand at the base of the affected digit. The lump will likely move as you bend your finger or thumb. There are a variety of treatments that can provide long-term relief. For mild cases, antiinflammatory medication can be very effective. But for severe cases, a surgical procedure known as “trigger finger release” may be called for. “With trigger finger, there’s a nodule that gets caught on tendons. The condition can be resolved surgically in an outpatient procedure that simply releases the nodule and doesn’t require cutting or rebuilding any tendons,” said Cusick. If wrist, hand or finger pain is ongoing, call 913-676-8626 to schedule an appointment with our Hand Specialty Center at AdventHealth Shawnee Mission.
Tips to help gardeners avoid wrist, hand and finger injuries: 3 Schedule regular breaks for yourself, especially if you’re performing repetitive motions. 3 Regularly stretch to prevent pain and injury. 3 Perform self-massage on sore forearms, palms and thumb. 3 Wear proper gloves that have good grip and don’t impede your dexterity. 3 Use ergonomic tools that reduce stress on muscles and joints.
From Katie Pascuzzi, OTD, OTR/L, PT Solutions Katie Pascuzzi, OTD, OTR/L, earned her Doctorate of Occupational Therapy from Creighton University in Omaha, NE. She is a Kansas City native and joined PT Solutions in July 2019. Pascuzzi is currently. studying and working towards becoming a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) and enjoys working with a wide range of patients.
From Doug Cusick, MD, FACS, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Doug Cusick, MD, FACS, earned his medical degree from Oral Roberts University, completed his General Surgery residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center, followed by an additional Plastic Surgery residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Dr. Cusick is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is one of the founding members of the Medical Missions Foundation, where he has served on the Board of Directors and is currently on the Board of Advisors.
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COPD + COVID-19 = An Additional Challenge Living with COPD can be tough. COVID-19 could make it even tougher.
If you already have COPD, talk to your doctor if you notice any of the following: 3 Worsening breathing problems 3 More coughing 3 New types of coughing 3 Changes in phlegm color or amount 3 More wheezing 3 Lower blood oxygen levels at rest 3 Increased oxygen use 3 More use of rescue inhaler
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reathing well – with little effort – is something most of us take for granted. But the American Lung Association estimates that as many as 24 million Americans may be living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, commonly known as COPD, a lung disease that gets progressively worse over time. Early symptoms can be shortness of breath and getting tired easily. Later, a cough could develop, and may produce mucus, phlegm or spots of blood. Fatigue and tightness in the chest can become a problem, and physical exertion like climbing a flight of stairs can leave you wheezing or gasping for air. While there are times when COPD limits your ability
to do even simple activities like walking or cooking, the good news is you’re not powerless against COPD, even though there is currently no cure for this disease. In fact, early diagnosis and treatment can often successfully manage COPD symptoms, making it easier to breathe and feel better. In addition, avoiding triggers and staying as healthy as possible go a long way in treating COPD. But now, with the threat of COVID-19, the situation for those with COPD is more serious than ever. “The first step should be to obtain free testing for COVID-19 or contact your physician’s office if you have concerns or difficulties. If you feel like your symptoms are getting worse to the point where you don’t feel you can care for yourself at home, you should seek emergency medical care,” said Derek Low, MD, Pulmonologist, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission. The simple fact is that having COPD makes you more vulnerable to the effects of COVID-19. “Anyone with lung diseases is at higher risk of respiratory infections. And if you have COPD, you have a higher risk of more severe infections,” said Adam Rivers, MHA, EP, Cardiopulmonary Rehab & Community Education Manager, Cardiovascular Services, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission. As nearly everyone knows, the effect of COVID-19 on breathing can be powerful and devastating. “COVID-19 causes inflammation and fluid buildup in your lungs which can result in shortness of breath, cough, fevers, and low oxygen levels. Those with
Pulmonary Rehabilitation | This exercise and education program is for patients diagnosed with chronic lung conditions. The program meets twice per week for 12 weeks. For more information or to request a referral for the program, please contact your Primary Care Physician. Move 4 Life | This monitored fitness program is for individuals who have graduated from outpatient pulmonary or cardiac rehab or who have a chronic health condition but may not feel comfortable exercising alone. Available for members Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8 am – 4 pm, in the AdventHealth Fitness Center. To sign up or for more information, call 913-632-8133.
From Adam Rivers, MHA, EP, Cardiopulmonary Rehab & Community Education Manager, Cardiovascular Services, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Adam Rivers, MHA, EP, earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Physiology from Slippery Rock University, PA, and his Masters of Healthcare Administration and Management from Point Park University, PA. He has nearly a decade of experience in Pulmonary Rehabilitation.
From Derek Low, MD, Board-Certified Pulmonologist, Pulmonology, Critical Care and Sleep Services Derek Low, MD, is a Board-certified pulmonologist and critical care physician with AdventHealth Medical Group Pulmonology at Shawnee Mission. Dr. Low earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed his internal medicine residency at the Medical University of South Carolina, where he was named Resident of the Year. He then continued his specialty training in Denver with a pulmonary and critical care medicine fellowship at the University of Colorado and National Jewish Health. He joined Pulmonology at Shawnee Mission in 2021.
COPD may already have limited ventilation due to their chronic condition and could be more prone to developing these symptoms or a worsening of their baseline COPD symptoms,” said Low. Fortunately, there are several simple steps recommended by medical professionals to help COPD sufferers protect themselves from COVID-19. “Anyone who is able should be vaccinated against COVID-19. The currently available COVID-19 vaccines have been shown to be extremely safe and effective. If you are not able to be vaccinated for COVID-19, we recommend wearing a mask or face covering in all public areas,” said Low. Overall, the more you know about COPD – and COVID-19 – the more opportunity there is to avoid getting the coronavirus and maintain your quality of life. “In Pulmonary Rehab, we teach our members with COPD ways they can leave the house, instead of staying in isolation. Wearing a mask when not able to socially distance is a great way to lower risk of exposure while still getting out into the community,” said Rivers. Managing COPD symptoms take a lot of effort and can be stressful at times, but avoiding triggers and staying as healthy as possible will go a long way in treating this progressive lung condition. SUMMER 2021 | MyHealthKC.com | 9
Ask-A-Doctor
Mark A. Wiles, MD,
Hospice and Palliative Medicine, on the Value of Hospice and Palliative Care
What are the basic differences between hospice care and palliative care? Of course, both palliative care and hospice care provide comfort. Hospice care is provided by a specialized team and designed to help support patients with a terminal disease and a limited prognosis of six months or less. Palliative care, on the other hand, is patientand family-centered care designed to help optimize the quality of life for patients struggling with critical or chronic illness. It can include specialized symptom management like customized pain strategy.
Are there different types of palliative care?
Who can benefit from palliative care?
Because palliative care addresses the needs of patients and families over time and across different stages of illness, it can be offered in many settings including the hospital, outpatient clinics, home-based teams and even within specialized facilities like nursing homes.
Anyone struggling with a lifelimiting illness, including conditions such as chronic lung or heart disease, or irreversible neurologic conditions such as MS and ALS.
When is it time for hospice? It is time when terminally-ill patients – those with a limited prognosis determined by a doctor – are ready to shift their goals from disease-directed care to comfort-oriented care.
Can palliative care help cancer patients? Absolutely. For patients who require aggressive symptom management, having access to palliative care can help maintain their health status so they can continue receiving the cancer treatment they desire for a longer period.
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Community & Wellness Classes Health & Wellness MOVE 4 LIFE A monitored fitness program for individuals who have graduated from outpatient rehab or who have a chronic health condition but may not feel comfortable exercising alone. This program is available for members on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8 am to 4 pm in the AdventHealth Fitness Center. A medical release is required. To sign up, please call 913-676-8133. Health and Wellness classes are held in the AdventHealth Fitness Center, Woodland Hills Building, 7315 E. Frontage Road, Suite 125, Shawnee Mission, KS 66204.
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. Tuesdays, August 17 to September 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. Thursdays, August 19 to September 9 5:30 to 6:30 pm Cost: $60
BALANCE – 6 WEEK SERIES
Tuesdays, August 31 to October 5 10:30 to 11:30 am Cost: $60
DEPRESSION DEFENSE – 4 WEEK SERIES Movement is key to a healthy outlook. This therapeutic class includes slow uplifting movements that progress to help build energy. Wednesdays, September 1 to September 22 5:30 to 6:30 pm Cost: $60
INTRO TO YOGA – 4 WEEK SERIES
Thursdays, September 2 to September 23 10 to 11 am Cost: $40
PELVIC FLOOR MOVEMENT WORKSHOP – 4 WEEK SERIES
PILATES PERFECT POSTURE – 4 WEEK SERIES
An essential insight into how the pelvic floor works. Learn gentle daily movements and breathwork that will help create strength and balance in your pelvic floor. Mondays, October 4 to October 25 5:30 to 6:30 pm Cost: $60
Increase body awareness as you are guided through specific movements designed to improve posture. A body aligned with a healthy posture enjoys less-stress on the spine. Thursdays, October 7 to 28, 5:30 to 6:30 pm Cost: $60
HIP AND KNEE PAIN RELIEF – 4 WEEK SERIES
CPR/Life Saving
Tuesdays, October 5 to October 26, 6 to 7 pm Cost: $60
TAI CHI – 4 WEEK SERIES Wednesdays, October 6 to October 27 5:30 to 6:30 pm Cost: $40
ADVANCED FORWARD HEAD POSTURE
CHAIR YOGA – 4 WEEK SERIES
This workshop aims to reduce rounded shoulders and improve head position. This class uses standing and seated movements only. Tuesdays, September 7 to September 28 1:30 to 2:30 pm Cost: $60
Modified yoga movements with a chair make the benefits of yoga accessible to people who lack the mobility to easily move from standing to lying on the floor. Thursdays, October 7 to October 28 10:30 to 11:30 am Cost: $40
MIGRAINE RELIEF September 28, 6 to 7 pm Cost: $15
For class 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
For more information or to register for any of these classes, visit AdventHealthKC.com/Wellness or call AdventHealth Class Registration at 913-676-7777, option 2.
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Specialty Classes ALL THINGS ORGANIZED: DECLUTTER SERIES Join us for this series presented by Joanie Nicholas, Home Organization Coach, to reimagine and declutter your space. If you are tired of living in a home that makes you feel stressed instead of refreshed, these workshops are for you! Cost: $5 3 From Chaos to Calm August 26, 5:30 to 7 pm 3 Home Transformation = Life Transformation September 23, 5:30 to 7 pm
DIABETES EDUCATION CLASSES Learn how to improve your blood sugar control and increase your self-confidence to manage diabetes. The curriculum includes an initial one-on-one visit with a Certified Diabetes Educator, and then a series of three two-hour class sessions with a Registered Nurse and a Registered Dietitian. A
physician referral is required, and the classes are billable to insurance. For more information, call 913-676-2548. Wednesday, August 4, September 1 and October 6, 9:30 to 11:30 am Tuesday, August 3, September 7 and October 5, 5:30 to 7:30 pm Cost: Billed through insurance or self-pay
AROMATHERAPY SERIES Learn how to incorporate essential oils into your daily life to promote health and wellness. Join us for this great series lead by Corie Mustoe, Certified Aromatherapist. All classes 5:30 to 7:30 pm Cost: $5 3 House & Home with Aromatherapy September 29** 3 Boost your Immune System with Aromatherapy October 13
UNDERSTANDING OBESITY WITH DR. MATTHEW SWAN When "Eat right and exercise!" doesn't do the trick: understanding obesity is a psychological disease. Join internist Matthew Swan, MD,
FREEDOM FROM SMOKING® Want to be free from nicotine but don’t know where to start? AdventHealth Shawnee Mission offers the Freedom From Smoking® program. This seven week, eight-session group program was developed by the American Lung Association and is one of the most successful quit programs available. A trained instructor will provide the extra support you need to kick your habit for good. This program will teach you how to change your behavior and become smoke free for life. You’ll get special attention to help you: Develop your own quitting plan, Fight urges to smoke, Combat recovery symptoms, Control your weight, Manage stress through relaxation techniques. Mondays, August 2 to September 13 AND Wednesday, August 25 Mondays, October 4 to November 15 AND Wednesday, October 27 Cost: $35
FACP, for a discussion about the nuances of obesity. Learn what obesity means for your overall health, why a person with this disease finds it so hard to lose weight, why it isn’t just a lack of willpower, and what can be done about it. Dr. Swan, Board-certified in internal medicine and obesity medicine, approaches the topic from an authentic perspective, as someone who struggles with obesity himself. His training, his clinical experience and his personal experience combine to offer participants unique, straightforward and full-picture insight on the mental drivers of obesity, comorbidities, behavioral modifications and treatment options. August 12, 5:30 to 7 pm* Cost: $5
SAFELY SOCIALIZING FOR SENIORS
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. 12 | AdventHealth | SUMMER 2021
Join us for a conversation about the social challenges of the last year. Learn ways to safely communicate with friends and family, and get to know some of the people in our community. Presented by Alexa Pickering, LSCSW. August 16, 1:30 to 3 pm Cost: $5
MINDFULNESS FOR EVERY DAY Mindfulness is one of the best ways to manage the anxiety of living through a pandemic! Learn how to live a mindful life anytime,
anywhere. Presented by Lisa Cummings, Wellness Manager with AdventHealth Shawnee Mission. August 31, 5 to 6:30 pm Cost: $5
BABYSITTING: A SERIOUS BUSINESS (2 SESSION)
Sunday, Sept. 12, 1 to 5 pm AND Sunday, Sept. 19, 1 to 4:30 pm Sunday, Oct. 17, 1 to 5 pm AND Sunday, Oct. 24, 1 to 4:30 pm Cost: $48
SUPPORTING YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM WITH SELF-MASSAGE Join us for this informative talk about the benefits of self-massage. What is the lymphatic system and how does it affect your immune system? Information and demonstrations presented by Laura FitzSimmons, BSN, RN, CLT (Certified Lymphatic Therapist) September 15, 5:30 to 7 pm Cost: $5 *This class 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 Building A Conference Room. ***This class will be held at Shawnee Mission West High School Food Lab, 8800 West 85th St, Overland Park, Kan.
Integrative and Culinary Medicine T O N U R T U R E Y O U R W H O L E H E A LT H
N UTR ITI OU S LI F E W ITH LI SA GLUTEN-FREE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW You’ve been told by your doctor or dietitian that you need to go gluten-free…now what? This class will teach you the basics of what you need to know to follow a gluten-free diet. August 20, noon to 1 pm Cost: $15
TU E S DAYS W ITH TE R E Z A GUT, IMMUNE AND BRAIN HEALTH – WHAT’S THE CONNECTION? The gut is the home of trillions of microscopic organisms that have a profound impact on our brain health, immune system, hormonal balance, cardiovascular health and more. In this session you will learn how our food, lifestyle choices and environment affect our gut microbiome, immune health and brain health. August 10, noon to 1 pm Cost: $15
PERSONALIZED NUTRITION – CAN KNOWING YOUR GENES HELP?
PACKING A HEALTHY LUNCH BOX COOKING DEMO Join Lisa to learn several healthy ideas for packing a wellbalanced lunchbox, whether it be for yourself or your child(ren). August 27, noon to 1 pm Cost: $15
EATING FOR VIBRANT ENERGY COOKING DEMO If you’re finding it difficult to muster up enough energy to get through your day, this class may help! Lisa will help you take a closer look at a variety of factors that may be zapping your energy and will demo a few healthy recipes that may help give you a boost. September 3, noon to 1 pm Cost: $15
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. August 24, noon to 1 pm Cost: $15
IT TAKES GUTS TO FEEL WHOLE One in three Americans suffer from digestive issues or disease. Join Dr. Hubkova to learn a holistic approach to common digestive issues such as reflux, bloating, constipation, irritable bowel and more. August 31, noon to 1 pm Cost: $15
EATING FOR GOOD GUT HEALTH COOKING DEMO In this class, Lisa will demonstrate recipes featuring ingredients known to support good gut health. Together, you’ll explore prebiotic foods, probiotic foods, and enjoyable ways to get them into your diet. September 17, noon to 1 pm Cost: $15
COOKING WITH ANTI-INFLAMMATORY FOODS Did you know that certain foods can play a role in reducing inflammation in the body, while others may perpetuate it? Participate in this fun and engaging in-person hands-on cooking class to learn how easy and enjoyable it can be to about cook with foods that contain beneficial antiinflammatory compounds that support vibrant health. September 30, 6 to 8 pm*** Cost: $35
W H O LE H E A LTH I N STITUTE PRO G R A M S AT M E R R I A M CO M M U N IT Y C E NTE R WEIGHT LOSS AND WEIGHT MAINTENANCE IN THE 21ST CENTURY Presented by Tereza Hubkova, MD, Integrative Medicine Physician and Medical Director of the Center for Whole Health at AdventHealth. Our genetics have a substantial impact on our weight and can inform our lifestyle choices. Learn how to determine your optimal weight, how to maintain it and what can make some people resistant to weight loss. We will discuss the role our lifestyle, microbiomes and circadian rhythm on our metabolism. August 20 from 12-1pm Cost: $20
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The Facts
These Days, Journaling Is the Write Thing to Do Thanks to decades of TV shows and movies, when we think about journaling, many of us picture a teenage girl, laying on her bed and writing about her hopes and dreams in a diary. But the truth is, journaling is for anyone who can write. In fact, journaling does more than just help you record your memories or find self-expression. It’s good for your health. Here are four important virtues of journaling:
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Reduces stress by allowing you to work through anxious feelings or worries. Keeps memory sharp by helping keep your brain in tip-top shape and increasing working memory capacity. Boosts mood by giving you a greater sense of overall emotional well-being. Strengthens emotional functions by improving mindfulness and providing a greater sense of confidence and self-identity.
Ready to Start Journaling?
No matter which type of journal you keep, remember – there’s no right or wrong approach. Just choose the type of journal that feels right for you:
Stream of consciousness: Simply capturing your thoughts in action.
Food journal: So you’ll be more mindful about the foods you choose to eat.
Dream journal: A great way of getting in touch with your subconscious.
Fitness journal: Keep track of your workouts so you can stay committed to an active lifestyle.
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Gratitude journal: Make a list of everything you were thankful for that day.
Day’s events journal: Keep track of your daily experiences.
To-do list: Write things down, then cross them off as they’re completed.
Sketch journal: Express yourself through illustrations, doodles, or sketches.
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 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
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 • Rheumatology — 785-229-8882 5675 Roe Boulevard Roeland Park, KS 66205 AdventHealth Medical Group 913-632-4750 Hematology Oncology at Ottawa* PT Solutions of College Boulevard 1301 S. Main Street Ottawa, KS 66067 7025 College Boulevard, Suite 310 785-248-2910 Leawood, KS 66211 913-632-4745 AdventHealth Sports Med & Rehab Ottawa AdventHealth A service of AdventHealth Ottawa Centra Care 901 S. Main Street Ottawa, KS 66067 Overland Park 785-229-8343 9099 W. 135th Street Overland Park, KS 66221 *Hospital departments 913-549-4242 of AdventHealth Ottawa Olathe **Hospital departments 14744 W. 119th Street of AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Olathe, KS 66062 913-839-1759 Shawnee 11245 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66203 913-268-4455
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