John Muir Health Magazine December 2013 – February 2014 by John Muir Health

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pgs 3, 5: Vital info for moms-to-be pg 3: Holiday challenges for those in recovery pg 4: Considering knee replacement?

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News to Use for a Healthier You Your Lab Services

Top Docs Serve You Our physician network earned highest possible ratings in a statewide survey Good news about your family’s health care: John Muir Health’s Physician Network earned the highest possible rating, elite status, in a recent survey by the California Association of Physician Groups (CAPG). The Standards of Excellence survey measures the tools needed to deliver on the Institute of Medicine’s Triple Aim—better patient experience, better population health and better affordability. “The CAPG survey is an important measure of our ability to provide outstanding care and service to our patients,” says Lee Huskins, the Network’s president and chief administrative officer. “We are proud to be recognized among the best physician groups in the state.” Since its start in 1996, John Muir Health’s Physician Network has become one of the largest medical groups in Northern California, with more than 950 primary care and specialty doctors. The Network owns and operates primary care practices in 23 locations from Brentwood to Pleasanton.

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Visit johnmuirhealth.com/findadoctor to find a doctor at John Muir Health, or call (925) 952-2887, option 1.

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FYI: If you’ve been getting lab services at one of our MuirLab locations, you are now being served by a new provider. John Muir Health sold its outreach lab services to Laboratory Corporation of America (LabCorp), a national lab services company. LabCorp is now operating 26 former MuirLab locations in Contra Costa County, Alameda County and Northern California. (The Oakland site is the only location that closed.) For more info, please call LabCorp at (800) 598-6944.

Trauma Care for the County—and Beyond John Muir Health is Contra Costa County’s only trauma center and the only facility in the county that meets the American College of Surgeons’ standards for care and performance as a Level II trauma center. Our skilled and experienced trauma surgeons and nurses have wide-ranging expertise, including complex cases in orthopedics, neurosurgery and minimally invasive procedures. Patients also have the benefit of state-of-the-art surgical suites, intensive care units, medical imaging, lab and respiratory care. “When you’re treating critically injured patients, every second counts,” says Kacey Hansen, John Muir Health’s director of trauma services. “We are one of the few centers in the Bay Area with a helipad, which means we can rapidly provide critical care for patients from a broad geographic area. What does this mean for you and your family? You can take comfort in knowing we're here for you if you need us.”

Tool Kit

ATTENTION, MOMS-TO-BE Ask your doctor about your Tdap shot Expectant moms may be well aware of the importance of shots to protect against infectious diseases like whooping cough (pertussis), but they may not know that new recommendations advise them to have a Tdap vaccine before or during every pregnancy. The Tdap vaccine is used to prevent three infections: tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis. Increases in cases of pertussis, a contagious respiratory illness, led to new recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. They call for Tdap vaccinations to be given to pregnant women, optimally between 27 and 36 weeks, or immediately postpartum. For further protection, family members and caregivers are also advised to be vaccinated with Tdap—at least two weeks before contact with the baby. Note: Pertussis mainly affects infants and young kids and can be serious, even fatal—outbreaks have been reported in Contra Costa County schools. Newborns are especially vulnerable since they can’t get vaccinated until two months after birth.

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Schedule any needed vaccination with your primary

care doctor today. To find a primary care doctor at John Muir Health, visit johnmuirhealth.com/findadoctor or call (925) 952-2887, option 1.

Staying Sober Over the Holidays Tips for those in recovery

If you are in early recovery from an alcohol addiction, the holidays can be a challenge. “In addition to more get-togethers and more opportunities to abandon a healthy routine, we are faced with more family visiting, which can add stress,” says Nina Ferraris, director of John Muir Health’s Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Services. For starters, don’t feel obligated to attend every event. “People sometimes go to parties, remain abstinent but then relapse a week or two later,” Ferraris says. To avoid temptation, she advises, consider doing something different for the holidays, like going away with your spouse or sober friends during this time. If you do attend a party, be sure to have a nonalcoholic beverage in your hand. It is wise, as well, to avoid food made with alcohol, as the taste or smell can be a trigger. And devise a strategy to manage any midparty cravings. “Some people carry a little card in their pocket that has the 12 steps or the serenity prayer on it,” Ferraris says. “If you have a sponsor, you can use texting to have a conversation while you’re in the middle of it all.” It also can help to bring along a sponsor or another sober friend to the event. If you need someone to talk to, call the AA hotline at (925) 939-4155. Finally, have an escape plan. “Bring your own car, even if your spouse is going,” Ferraris advises. “If you’re worried you might drink, leave early and go to a 12-step meeting. Many plan 12-step meeting attendance before and after the event. If you’re not comfortable disclosing personal information, you can always say you have a headache.”

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For more information about John Muir Health’s Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Services, please visit

johnmuirhealth.com/chemicaldependency or call (925) 674-4100. We offer a free assessment and a positive, holistic program.

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Tool Kit

KNOW THE WARNING SIGNS OF TEEN SUICIDE

id you know that suicide is the third leading cause of death for young people? Dr. Yanni Rho, a board-certified child psychiatrist at John Muir Health’s Behavioral Health Center and medical director of the Adolescent Outpatient Program, advises parents to watch for these warning signs: • Hints of hopelessness. Talking about feeling miserable or not being able to see his or her way out of a situation. • Withdrawal from family, friends and school organizations. “If you previously had a pretty good relationship with your child, but now he or she doesn’t want to talk, that’s a potential warning sign,” Rho says. • Changes in behavior, such as neglecting personal appearance or dropping grades. • Giving away prized possessions or other actions that indicate he or she is settling affairs or saying goodbye. • Being preoccupied with death, either in conversation, in personal writing, or in drawings or other art. If you’re concerned, first talk to your child. “Sometimes teenagers are just waiting to talk with someone without feeling ashamed or judged,” says Rho. ”They want someone to care.” It’s not always easy to tell the difference between normal teen moods and depression. “If it’s a gray area, talk to a mental health professional,” Rho advises. “You could also start the conversation with your child’s pediatrician—just somebody who can determine if there’s risk and help choose the appropriate course of action or provide reassurance so you can put your fears to rest.” If you have immediate concerns about your teen, you may also call the Suicide Hotline at (925) 646-2800 (local) or (800) 646-2800 (toll-free, national). Or visit the ER for an in-person assessment.

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Considering Knee Replacement? HERE ARE SOME OF JOHN MUIR HEALTH’S ADVANTAGES • Nationally recognized team of orthopedic specialists: Including surgeons who are fellowshiptrained in joint replacement, including knee specialists; orthopedic-certified nurses; and physical and occupational therapists. • Advanced procedures and implants: Including minimally invasive techniques; state-of-theart implants; and regional anesthesia, which relieves pain and helps get you moving earlier. John Muir Health was one of the first participants in the California Joint Replacement Registry, which aims to improve treatments by sharing information about surgical techniques, devices and patientreported outcomes. • Compassionate care: Our preoperative services offer new patients the opportunity to meet with a team of specialists to review their medical/social history and work together to customize plans for treatment and recovery. In addition, our unique aftersurgery services offer patients ongoing assistance and support.

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U.S.News & World Report has ranked John Muir

Medical Centers, Walnut Creek and For more information about John Muir Health’s Adolescent

Concord, among the nation’s best

Outpatient Program, call (925) 825-8523.

orthopedics programs. For more info,

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visit johnmuirhealth.com/ortho.

Talk With Your Doctor

PREGNANCY AFTER 40 More U.S. women in their 40s are having children, researchers say. And while there are advantages to starting a family when you’re older—and arguably wiser—40-something moms-to-be are at greater risk of complications during pregnancy and are more likely to have a cesarean delivery. That’s why getting expert advice and care is important. For an overview of common concerns, check out this Q&A with Dr. Timothy Leach, an OB/GYN at John Muir Health.

What are some health risks for older women during pregnancy?

What can women do themselves to promote a healthy pregnancy?

Women in their 40s are more likely to develop high blood pressure, which increases risk of a low-birth-weight or preterm baby. Older women are also likelier to develop gestational diabetes, which, among other things, can cause the baby to grow too large, increasing the risk of injuries during delivery. So get an assessment from your OB, who can prescribe any necessary medication or care to manage the condition.

Aim to have the healthiest weight for your height—obesity plays a role in miscarriage, gestational diabetes and other conditions. Staying up to date on immunizations— including the pertussis vaccine—is very important. (See “Attention, Moms-to-Be,” page 3.) So is taking prescription prenatal vitamins, which—unlike certain trendy supplements at the grocery store—are FDA-approved.

What are some other health concerns for the baby?

Why should women consider seeing John Muir Health experts for pregnancy and related services?

Older moms’ babies are at higher risk of certain genetic abnormalities such as Down syndrome. John Muir Health’s experts in maternal-fetal medicine offer prenatal genetic screening, diagnosis and counseling, which are important to moms over 40.

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For more info about our pregnancy/ new parent services, please visit

johnmuirhealth.com/pregnancy. For information about our various childbirth classes, visit johnmuirhealth.com/classes. To find an OB at John Muir Health, visit johnmuirhealth.com/ findadoctor or call (925) 952-2887, option 1.

U.S.News & World Report ranks John Muir Health’s gynecological surgery program among the top 30 in the country. Many of the same doctors are just as experienced when it comes to high-risk deliveries. At John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek, there are 24-hour-a-day, in-house obstetricians, anesthesiologists and pediatricians, and immediately available perinatologists and neonatologists. What’s more, we provide high-touch, family-centered care, delivered by a devoted team interested in one goal—healthy moms and babies.

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Eat Well—and Avoid the Holiday Spread John Muir Health dietary experts share tips, plus a healthful and tasty recipe Delicious foods are part of the holiday season, but as more people are committed to health-conscious habits nowadays, it’s easier to enjoy good eats and avoid calorie creep. “People are more focused, knowledgeable and motivated than ever before,” says Debbie Stevens, R.D., John Muir Health lead clinical dietitian. One workable strategy, says Stevens, is to emphasize local seasonal produce in your holiday menus and make traditional foods the side dishes. “Make the focal point a brightly colored, beautiful salad that has so much eye appeal you can’t resist it,” she advises. “Fresh winter fruits and veggies, such as persimmons, dried cranberries, honeycrisp apples or firm bosc pears make side dishes more festive and incorporate seasonal favorites.” Everyone around the table, including those with gluten-free or vegetarian diets, will welcome a selection of several vegetable dishes, Stevens adds. A tasty option: a platter of fresh roasted veggies, such as cauliflower, string beans, asparagus and Brussels sprouts.

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Eat Well

Orange Baked Salmon From Debbie Stevens, R.D., John Muir Health lead clinical dietitian Makes 4 servings (3 ounces cooked without the skin)

Ingredients

1 pound wild salmon fillet, with skin 2 fresh oranges, washed, sliced thinly with peel on 2 teaspoons grated orange zest Finely ground fresh pepper to taste ¼ cup finely minced fresh flat-leaf (Italian) parsley 1 fresh fennel bulb trimmed and cut in half vertically Directions

1. Lay a large piece of aluminum foil in a Nutritional Analysis 9-by-12-inch baking (varies according to the pan, with enough type of salmon used) extra on either side Calories: 155 to bring together Protein: 23 grams on the top. Total fat: 5 to 6 grams 2. Lay the fennel Cholesterol: 55 milligrams slices and then the Sodium: 45 milligrams salmon fillet on the foil inside the pan. Sprinkle lightly with pepper to taste. 3. Sprinkle the orange zest over the fillet. Cover the surface of the fillet with orange slices and then with parsley. 4. Seal foil tightly. 5. Bake at 400 F for 30 to 40 minutes, depending on the thickness of salmon, or until salmon is cooked thoroughly (when the flesh of the salmon turns opaque orange throughout the total thickness). 6. Cut into 4 even pieces, removing the skin as you serve. Divide orange slices among each serving.

More smart strategies from Stevens: • Eat a healthy fiber-rich snack before a party. You’re less likely to overeat and should make healthier choices if you’re not too hungry. • Beware of rich appetizers that pack fat and calories into a small package. They can put a big dent in your weight-watching efforts. Opt instead for low-fat whole-grain crackers and light feta or fresh mozzarella cheese, olives, and low-fat dips or hummus. • Instead of prime rib, serve flavorful baked fish, pork tenderloin or tarragon shrimp. • Keep portions small for sweet potatoes, bread stuffing or other foods that raise blood sugar. • Bake a fresh fruit crisp instead of a traditional pie with two crusts. • And don’t forget: Make time for physical activity in all your holiday plans.

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John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Walnut Creek Meeting your health care needs— at your ease and convenience Mark your 2014 calendar: Enjoy new advantages of our exceptional, patientfriendly health care when John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Walnut Creek opens in January. Now, you and your family can access a wide range of medical services under one roof—that’s more convenient for you and allows our team to better coordinate your care and enhance your experience.

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At Your Service These Walnut Creek health care providers are moving in INTERNAL MEDICINE Dr. Devorah Ben-Zeev Dr. Anthony Bernens Dr. Joy Bloch Dr. Natalie Chang Dr. Paul Endo Dr. Anita Gaind Dr. Elise Hughes-Watkins Dr. Lisa Hudson Dr. Richard Kamrath Sirintorn Mann, P.A. Dr. Rebecca Parish Dr. Ross Pirkle Dr. Meena Rijhwani Dr. Sarah Sanders Dr. Maureen Stevenson Dr. Matthew Walvick Dr. Tricia Yeap FAMILY MEDICINE Dr. John Cho Dr. Lawren Hicks Dr. Tien Lam Dr. Lillian Leong Dr. Priti Patel Dr. Jasleen Sohal Karen Sonnenthal, N.P. PEDIATRIC MEDICINE Dr. Arthur Law Dr. Tessie Okamura Dr. Kathleen Smith ENDOCRINOLOGY Dr. Richard Kamrath Dr. Bonnie Kimmel Dr. Douglas Zlock

Your One-Stop Resource Services at the new Outpatient Center, 1450 Treat Boulevard, Walnut Creek • Internal Medicine • Family Medicine • Pediatric Medicine • Endocrinology • Urgent Care Services, available seven days per week • Care coordination for those with chronic conditions • X-Rays and Ultrasound • Lab Services • Weight Management Program • Behavioral Health Support • Bone Health Services • Senior Services • Wellness Services • Volunteer Services

Health Care Made Easy Here are just a few of the features that have been specially designed to make your visits more comfortable and useful: • An enhanced electronic medical record—gives you the ability to schedule appointments, refill prescriptions and email your provider • WiFi • Café • Conference rooms for community health classes and other community uses

Want to Volunteer? Helping hands will be welcome at our new outpatient facility. For information on volunteering, visit johnmuirhealth.com/volunteer.

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Your John Muir Health

FIND GREAT CLASSES & PROGRAMS AT JOHN MUIR HEALTH MOST ARE FREE, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED—SIGN UP TODAY! JOHN MUIR HEALTH OFFERS A VARIETY OF HEALTH-PROMOTING CLASSES, PROGRAMS AND EVENTS FOR PEOPLE OF ALL AGES. FOR MORE INFO ABOUT TOPICS AND LOCATIONS OR TO REGISTER, VISIT JOHNMUIRHEALTH.COM/CLASSES OR CALL (925) 941-7900.

Check highlighted boxes for upcoming special events.

CANCER Brain Tumor Support Group WHEN: Second and fourth Wednesdays, 7–8:30 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call to register.

Breast Cancer Support Group WHEN: Second and fourth Thursdays, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call to register.

Colorectal Cancer Group WHEN: Second Wednesday, 4–5:30 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call to register.

Gynecologic/Ovarian Cancer Support Group WHEN: First and third Thursdays, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call to register.

Kids Circle and Teen Talk Cancer Support Group WHEN: Second Saturday, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call to register.

Leukemia, Lymphoma and Multiple Myeloma Support Group WHEN: First Thursday, 7–8:30 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek You must call (925) 947-3322 before coming to the group.

Life After Cancer WHEN: Second and fourth

Most of These Won’t Cost a Dime Classes and programs are free of charge, unless Fee is noted. 10

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Wednesdays, 6–7:30 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call to register.

Living Well Beyond Cancer WHEN: Third Thursday, 10–11:30 a.m. WHERE: Breast Health Center Please call (925) 947-3322 to register.

Lung Cancer Group WHEN: Second Wednesday, 4–5:30 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call to register.

Lymphedema Support Group WHEN: Please call for date and time. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Please call (925) 674-2125 for more info or to register.

Metastatic Breast Cancer Group WHEN: Third Wednesday, 4:30–6 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call to register.

Metastatic Prostate Cancer Group WHEN: Fourth Thursday, 11 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call to register.

Pediatric Oncology Support Group

Managing Back Pain Without Surgery

WHEN: Please call for date and time. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Call (925) 947-5272 for more information.

WHEN: Feb. 3, 6:30–8 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center

WHEN: Dec. 10, 10–11 a.m. WHERE: Golden Crane Senior Center–Alamo Women’s Club

HEART HEALTH

WHEN: Dec. 10, 10 a.m.–noon WHERE: First Presbyterian Church

Prostate Cancer Support Group WHEN: Fourth Thursday, 1–2:30 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call to register.

CONTINENCE Taking Back Control WHEN: Jan. 21, 5:30–7 p.m.; March 25, 9–10:30 a.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center

GENERAL HEALTH AND PREVENTION Diabetes Education for You WHEN: Dec. 13, 3:30–4:30 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Check online for class details.

Insulin Pump Support Group WHEN: Please call (925) 941-5076. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek

Blood Pressure Screening WHEN: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.– 5 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center

Blood Pressure Screening (for Seniors) WHEN: Dec. 19, 11 a.m.–noon WHERE: Alcosta (San Ramon) Senior Center WHEN: Dec. 16, 10:45–11:45 a.m. WHERE: Ambrose Community Center

WHEN: Dec. 16, 10–11:30 a.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Tice Valley/Rossmoor WHEN: Dec. 9, 9–10:30 a.m. WHERE: Martinez Senior Center WHEN: Dec. 18, 10:30–11:30 a.m. WHERE: Pittsburg Senior Center WHEN: Dec. 2, Dec. 11, 9:30–11 a.m. WHERE: Pleasant Hill Senior Center WHEN: Dec. 11, 9:30–11 a.m. WHERE: Walnut Creek Senior Center

WHEN: Dec. 16, 10–11 a.m. WHERE: Antioch Senior Center WHEN: Dec. 20, 9:30– 10:30 a.m. WHERE: Concord Senior Center WHEN: Dec. 2, Dec. 16, 10–11 a.m. WHERE: Danville Senior Center

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Cardiac Nutrition Class WHEN: Dec. 2, Feb. 3, 5–6 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Concord WHEN: Jan. 16, 5–6 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek

Mended Hearts Support Group WHEN: Second Thursday of each month, 7–8:30 p.m.; occasionally on Saturdays WHERE: Alternates between John Muir Medical Centers in Concord and Walnut Creek For more info, call (925) 947-5206.

Stroke Support Group WHEN: Second Monday of the month, 7–9 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Call (925) 947-3300 for more information.

MIND AND BODY WELLNESS Banishing the Blues WHEN: Dec. 16, 6:30–8 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center

Managing Insomnia WHEN: Jan. 28, 6:30–8:30 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center

The Mind-Body Connection WHEN: Dec. 4, 9:30–11 a.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Tice Valley/Rossmoor WHEN: March 17, 6:30–8 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center

NUTRITION AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT Age Proof Your Skin With Nutrition WHEN: Jan. 20, 6:30–8 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center

Have the Holiday Blues?

Learn ways to de-stress and reconnect with what’s meaningful to you The holidays are supposed to be a time for special occasions, but they can also be a time when you feel overwhelmed or depressed. This class will help you identify the causes of tension and anxiety and create a personal plan for managing them. What: Coping With Holiday Stress and the Blues When: Friday, Dec. 13, 9:30–11 a.m. Where: John Muir Medical Center, Concord For more information or to register: Visit johnmuirhealth.com/ classes or call (925) 941-7900. Cost: FREE

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Managing Emotional and Compulsive Eating

Class Locations

WHEN: Feb. 18, 6:30–8:30 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center Fee

– John Muir Health Women’s Health Center 1656 N. California Blvd., Suite 100, Walnut Creek

Nutrition for Young Athletes

– John Muir Health Breast Center 133 La Casa Via, Suite 140, Walnut Creek

WHEN: Jan. 13, 6:30–8 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center

– John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek 1601 Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek

Weight Loss Surgery Seminar

– John Muir Medical Center, Concord 2540 East St., Concord

WHEN AND WHERE: Check online for dates and times.

– John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Brentwood 2400 Balfour Road, Brentwood

OLDER ADULT

– John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Tice Valley/Rossmoor 1220 Rossmoor Parkway, Walnut Creek

Advance Health Care Directives WHEN: Jan. 28, 9:30–11:30 a.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek WHEN: Feb. 20, 9:30–11:30 a.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Concord

ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) Support Group WHEN: Third Saturday of the month, 1–3 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Please call (415) 904-2572, ext. 307 for more information.

Coping With Holiday Stress and Blues WHEN: Dec. 13, 9:30–11 a.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Concord

Grief Awareness Support Group WHEN: Second and fourth Mondays, 6:30–7:45 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Call (925) 674-2132 for more information.

– John Muir Health Senior Services 3480 Buskirk Ave., #100, Pleasant Hill – Destination Maternity 1604 Mount Diablo Blvd., Walnut Creek – Cancer Support Community 3276 McNutt Ave., Walnut Creek, and various locations; for details, call (925) 933-0107 – Growers Square Parking Garage 1676 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek

Memory Screening: What’s Your Memory Fitness? WHEN: Dec. 17, 9 a.m.–noon; Dec. 18, 1–4 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Brentwood Please call (925) 947-3300 for an appointment. WHEN: Dec. 17, 9 a.m.–noon; Dec. 18, 1–4 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Tice Valley/ Rossmoor Please call (925) 947-3300 for an appointment.

WHEN: Dec. 17, 9 a.m.–noon; Dec. 18, 1–4 p.m. WHERE: Senior Services Office Please call (925) 947-3300 for an appointment.

Movement and Exercise Class— Staying Strong WHEN: Drop-in, Wednesdays, 9:15– 10:15 a.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center Fee

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Welcome to Medicare WHEN: Dec. 11, Jan. 8, Feb. 12, 7–9:30 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Please call (925) 947-3300 for more information.

PARENTING AND CHILDREN’S HEALTH Children’s Nutrition Services WHEN: Please call (925) 941-7900. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Fee

CPR: Infant and Child CPR and Safety WHEN: Dec. 2, 6:30–9:30 p.m.; Jan. 11, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; Feb. 3, 6:30–9:30 p.m.; March 8, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; March 31, 6:30–9:30 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center Fee

CPR: Infant and Child CPR and Safety for Grandparents WHEN: Jan. 25, March 1, 9 a.m.–noon WHERE: Women’s Health Center Fee

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Loving Solutions® WHEN: Seven-session series, Tuesdays, Jan. 14–Feb. 25, 4–6 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Brentwood Registration required. Fee WHEN: Seven-session series, Wednesdays, Jan. 15–Feb. 26, 4–6 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center Registration required. Fee

Parent Project® Sr. WHEN: 10-session series, Tuesdays, Jan. 14–March 18, 6:30–9 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Brentwood Registration required. Fee WHEN: 10-session series, Wednesdays, Jan. 15–March 19, 6:30–9 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center Registration required. Fee

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Get the 4-1-1 on Weight Loss Surgery

Find out if it’s the right option for you At John Muir Health, we’ve helped hundreds of patients overcome obesity and regain their quality of life through weight loss surgery. This informational seminar will cover the different types of surgery, plus other useful strategies and resources such as exercise and support groups. There’ll be time for you to ask questions too. What: Weight Loss Surgery Seminar When/Where: Please check online for information on dates, times and location. Note: To qualify for weight loss surgery, you must have a BMI (body mass index) of 30 or higher. For more info or to register: Visit johnmuirhealth.com/classes or call (800)-700-6111. Cost: FREE

Car Seat Checkup

Childbirth: Convenience Class

WHEN: Fridays WHERE: Growers Square Parking Garage Appointment required. Please call or go online.

WHEN: Dec. 3, Jan. 14, Feb. 18, March 11, 6–9 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center Fee

Childbirth: Prepared Childbirth WHEN: Two-session series, Jan. 13 and 20, 6:30–9:30 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Brentwood Fee

WHEN: Four-session series, Mondays, Jan. 6–13, Jan. 27, and Tuesday Feb. 4; Monday, Feb. 24, Tuesday, March 4, and Mondays, March 10–17; Mondays, March 31–April 21; 6:30–9 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center Fee

Childbirth: Prepared Childbirth

Childbirth: Online Preparation

WHEN: Dec. 7, Jan. 25, Feb. 22, March 15, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center Fee

WHERE: Online Fee

Breastfeeding Support Services WHEN: Please call. WHERE: Women’s Health Center

Breastfeeding Your Infant WHEN: Dec. 14, 9:30–11:30 a.m.; Jan. 21, 6:30–8:30 p.m.; Feb. 1, 9:30– 11:30 a.m.; March 18, 6:30–8:30 p.m.; March 20, 6:30–8:30 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center Fee WHEN: Jan. 8, 6:30–8:30 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Brentwood Fee

Childbirth: Low Intervention Childbirth

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Your John Muir Health

Cord Blood Banking: Is It Right for Your Family?

MuirMommies: Mommy and Me (3–12 months)

Pain Relief Options for Labor and Delivery

WHEN: Jan. 11, 10:30–11:30 a.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center

WHEN: Thursdays WHERE: Women’s Health Center Please call or go online to register. Fee

WHEN: Jan. 15, 6:30–7:30 p.m.; March 1, 10:30–11:30 a.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center

Newborn Care

WHEN: Feb. 4, 6:30–8 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center

MuirMommies: Back to Work (working moms and babies 3–12 months) WHEN: Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30–7:30 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center

MuirMommies: Best Beginnings (0–3 months) WHEN: Six-part series on Tuesdays, 9:15–10:15 a.m., 10:30–11:30 a.m., 11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m., 1–2 p.m. Please call for more info and to register. WHERE: Women’s Health Center

WHEN: Dec. 14, 12:30–2:30 p.m.; Jan. 23, 6:30–8:30 p.m.; Feb. 1, 12:30– 2:30 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center Fee WHEN: Jan. 15, 6:30–8:30 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Brentwood Fee

Pregnancy Nutrition

Shopping for a Car Seat WHEN: Jan. 27, March 25, 6:30– 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center

Sibling Celebration WHEN: Feb. 22, 10–11 a.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center Fee

Surviving Your First Weeks at Home With Your Baby WHEN: Jan. 14, March 11, 6–8 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center Fee

Low Intervention Childbirth

For expectant parents who would like to try a delivery without medication At John Muir Health, we want to support your childbirth preferences and help you have the best possible experience. This class is designed for those considering a delivery without medication and explores coping techniques that assist with labor. From breathing and positioning to relaxation, you and your partner will learn all you need to know about the special occasion of giving birth. When: Four-session class (small groups), 6:30–9 p.m. First session: January 6, 13, 27 and February 4. Second session: February 24 and March 4, 10 and 17. Third session: March 31 and April 7, 14 and 21. Where: Women’s Health Center For more info or to register: Visit johnmuirhealth.com/classes or call (925) 941-7900. Cost: $250 per couple. Register for any three fee-based classes (some exclusions may apply) during one transaction and receive a 20 percent discount.

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Tours: Family Birth Center WHEN: Dec. 10, 5–7:30 p.m.; Dec. 14, Jan. 11, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; Jan. 28, 5–7:30 p.m.; Feb. 8, 9 a.m.– 12:30 p.m.; Feb. 25, 5–7:30 p.m.; March 8, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; March 25, 5–7:30 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek

You’re Pregnant, Now What? WHEN: Feb. 8, 10:30–11:30 a.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center

WOMEN’S HEALTH The Wig Source WHEN: Second and fourth Fridays, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. WHERE: Women’s Health Center Appointment is required. Please call (925) 947-5328.

Meet the Latest Additions to Our Team

Dr. Jose Arias-Vera Internal Medicine 2211 East St., Concord 94520 (925) 603-1363 Speaks Spanish

Dr. Luisa Duran Endocrinology and Metabolism 2305 Camino Ramon #270, San Ramon 94583 (925) 866-8700 Speaks Spanish

Dr. Carl Fieser Pain Management 450 N. Wiget Lane, Walnut Creek 94598 4053 Lone Tree Way #206, Antioch 94531 (925) 691-9806 Speaks Spanish

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Are you looking for a doctor? Check out the latest additions to our team! You can also visit johnmuirhealth.com/findadoctor to meet the rest of our team or learn more about our newest members by clicking the “recently joined” link.

Dr. Eugenia Kang General Surgery 130 La Casa Via #3-211, Walnut Creek 94598 (925) 933-0984

Dr. Diane Kwan General Surgery 130 La Casa Via #3-211, Walnut Creek 94598 (925) 933-0984 Speaks Chinese

Dr. Robin Meezan Pediatrics 140 Brookwood Rd. #201, Orinda 94563 (925) 254-9090 4 Country Club Plaza Orinda 94563 (925) 254-9500

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Meet the Latest Additions to Our Team

Dr. Sophia Rahman Radiation Oncology 400 Taylor Blvd. #101, Pleasant Hill 94523 (925) 825-8878 Speaks Spanish

Dr. Jessica Roberts Family Medicine 3440 Hillcrest Ave. #150, Antioch 94531 (925) 779-1331 Speaks Spanish

Dr. Maha Toma Internal Medicine 3466 Mt. Diablo Blvd. #C-104, Lafayette 94549 (925) 296-7490 Speaks Arabic

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Dr. Yevgeniy Veltman Urology 2700 Grant St. #316, Concord 94520 (925) 825-8100 Speaks Russian

Dr. John Zink General Surgery 365 Lennon Lane #250, Walnut Creek 94598 (925) 932-6330 Speaks German

John Muir Health Hospitals John Muir Medical Center Concord Walnut Creek Behavioral Health Center Concord Physician Offices Urgent Care Centers Other Outpatient Service Locations Emergency Services

For You and Your Family, From John Muir Health John Muir Health Urgent Care Centers Convenient Hours Monday through Friday: 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Weekends: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Holidays: 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Convenient Locations Brentwood: 2400 Balfour Road, Suite 120, (925) 308-8111 Concord: 2700 Grant St., Suite 110, (925) 674-2500 San Ramon: 2305 Camino Ramon, Suite 100 at Bishop Ranch 11, (925) 866-8050 Walnut Creek: 1455 Montego Way, Suite 205, (925)-939-4444 New location, Jan. 2014: 1450 Treat Blvd., Suite 160, (925) 296-9000

We’re Just a Phone Call Away Customer Service/ Physician Referral (925) 952-2887, option 1 Emergency Services Concord (925) 674-2333 Walnut Creek (925) 939-5800 Hospitals • John Muir Medical Center, Concord (925) 682-8200 • John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek (925) 939-3000 Key Centers and Services • Behavioral Health Center (925) 674-4100 or (800) 680-6555

• Breast Health Center (925) 947-3322 • Imaging (925) 952-2701 • Outpatient Center, Tice Valley/ Rossmoor (925) 939-1220 • Outpatient Center, Brentwood (925) 308-8100 • Outpatient Center, Walnut Creek (925) 952-2887 • Senior Services (925) 947-3300 • Women’s Health Center (925) 941-7900

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