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Inside: Free classes and programs that promote your health John Muir Health Foundation: Your donation can make a difference
Your Local Resource for Living Well June–August 2014
After Hours Care for Your Kids We’re available, when they need us
pg 4 ER or Urgent Care: When and where you should go
pg 5 Stroke: Do you know the signs? pg 9 One-Stop Services: Outpatient Center now open in Walnut Creek
Did You Know?
News to Use for a Healthier You
Better Imaging, Better Care for You A new facility at John Muir Medical Center, Concord has opened for patients having cardiac testing or nuclear medicine studies. It was specially designed for your comfort and convenience. Our goal is to reduce radiation exposure, whenever possible. We’ve upgraded our camera equipment and software, which allows for lower radiation dosage, delivered in half the time, and views of the body that weren’t previously available.
Keeping Your Family Well John Muir Health has launched Wellness Services, providing you with education, support and resources to empower and assist you in managing your health. We offer: • Classes and events • Blood pressure checks and other health screenings • Support groups • Breastfeeding support services • Patient education materials, including online videos, print materials and book recommendations. Patients may also be referred to our appropriate services/programs for specific information or materials. • Informational resources, including providing information on all of our services and connecting you to our Physician Referral Service.
High Honors for John Muir Health
Can Our Research Aid Your Heart?
John Muir Health has recently been awarded several prestigious honors by Becker’s Hospital Review—a leading health care industry publication. These recognitions, including those listed below, are yet another way you can know we’re providing your family top-quality care and services.
John Muir Health is one of the few Bay Area hospitals to offer the ABSORB III research trial study. This device—used to treat coronary artery disease—is made from a material that dissolves naturally into the treated blood vessel, which may resume more natural function, free of a permanent metallic implant. Visit johnmuirhealth.com/ health-education for more info or call (925) 674-2580.
• 100 Great Hospitals in America (Walnut Creek) • 100 Great Community Hospitals (Concord) • 100 Hospitals with Great Women’s Health Programs (Walnut Creek) • 100 Hospitals with Great Heart Programs (Concord) • 100 Hospitals with Great Orthopedic Programs (Concord and Walnut Creek)
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Tool Kit
Find Your Future Doctor Online Looking for a doctor? Just visit johnmuirhealth.com/findadoctor to use our powerful search tool. You can search for a doctor by specialty, gender and languages spoken, and find the office that’s most convenient to you. While you’re there, check our doctor videos to get to know them before making an appointment. The easy-to-watch interviews are a great introduction to each doctor, highlighting their philosophy of care, bedside manner and expertise.
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That’s the percentage of new and experienced mothers who found childbirth classes to be a valuable source of pregnancy and childbirth information, according to a national survey. Source: Listening to Mothers Report III, 2013
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kid-ney stones [‘kidne- sto-nz] n., pl.
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Small “pebbles” that form in your urine when a change occurs in the natural balance of water, salts and minerals in your body; staying well hydrated by drinking water is one of the best ways to minimize the risk.
Get helpful information and support.
John Muir Health offers a variety of childbirth classes for parentsto-be. For more details, please visit johnmuirhealth.com/classes or call (925) 941-7900.
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A condition that, when suspected, should prompt a call to your doctor right away. Some signs to look for: severe pain in your side, belly or groin; urine that looks red or pink; nausea or vomiting.
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The target of a lithotripter machine, which produces—usually in an outpatient procedure (lithotripsy)—painless, high-energy sound waves to break up the stones into sandlike particles. The tiny particles can more easily pass through your urinary system and out of your body.
John Muir Health is one of only a few Bay Area health systems with a dedicated, on-site lithotripter machine,
so we can treat our patients sooner, often within 24 to 48 hours. For info, visit johnmuirhealth.com/services or call (925) 947-3322.
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JOINING OUR CLINICAL RESEARCH TRIALS WE’RE STUDYING NEW TREATMENTS THAT CAN BENEFIT YOU AND MEDICAL SCIENCE Before you sign up for a clinical research trial, know this: If you’re eligible to join it (i.e., you have the right condition and meet the study criteria), you can have access to a new treatment before it’s widely available, and help others by contributing to medical research. At John Muir Health, which has participated in more than 500 research trials, all trials are carefully reviewed and monitored to make sure risks are reasonable compared with potential benefits. During the study, you’ll be monitored by a supervising doctor and research nurse. You can talk over any concerns with the research team before you sign up (visit clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/about-studies/ learn for a list of questions).
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health-education or call (925) 674-2580.
ER or Urgent Care? When it’s time to see a doctor, head to the health care facility that’s tailored to your needs. If your condition is severe, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest ER. For mild to moderate symptoms, save time by visiting one of four John Muir Health Urgent Care Centers. For details, check the following lists.
Urgent Care For mild to moderate symptoms including: • Joint and muscle pain • Rash • Abdominal pain • Urination concerns
• Headache • Minor cuts • Ear pain • Sore throat and sinus pain • Cough and fever
Emergency Room For severe conditions including: • Difficulty breathing • Unconsciousness • Severe bleeding • Poisoning or suspected poisoning • Chest pain or pressure • Moderate to severe burns • Convulsions or seizures
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• Severe headache • Serious head, neck or back injury • Sudden loss of vision or blurred vision • Loss of limb or obvious broken bone • Severe abdominal pain (fever or vomiting)
John Muir Medical Center has Emergency Departments
in Concord and Walnut Creek. Visit johnmuirhealth.com/urgentcare for info about our Urgent Care Centers in Brentwood, Concord, San Ramon and Walnut Creek. Hours: M–F, 9 a.m.–9 p.m. (Walnut Creek: M–F, 8 a.m.–9 p.m.); weekends: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; holidays: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
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Ask Our Experts
A Stroke Can Strike Anyone, at Any Time Learn the warning signs in this Q&A with Jennifer Cave-Brown, a nurse practitioner and coordinator of John Muir Health’s award-winning stroke program What are the warning signs of stroke? Everyone should think F.A.S.T.: F [Face]—Notice any kind of difference in appearance on one side such as drooping. A [Arms]—Ask the person to put both arms up. Does the person have trouble holding one up? S [Speech]—Is the speech slurred? Is the person having a hard time saying words or suddenly confused? T [Time]—Time to call 9-1-1. Write down what time symptoms first appeared. Additional symptoms include sudden loss of vision, sudden blurriness, sudden severe headache, and sudden loss of balance or coordination.
Why is time so important? Time lost is brain lost, so the longer you wait, the more damage you’re doing to your brain. Also, there’s a fairly short time window from the time symptoms first appear to the time we can give patients a clot-busting medication called tPA.
What should you do if you or someone else experiences these symptoms? If you notice signs of stroke, even if they go away, call 9-1-1 and get that patient to the hospital as quickly as possible. Don’t let someone drive you; ambulance services will take that person to a hospital that is prepared to treat a stroke, such as John Muir Health’s primary stroke centers in Concord and Walnut Creek. According to national guidelines, our centers excel in rapidly recognizing and treating stroke and supporting patients during recovery.
What advice do you have for people who want to reduce their risk? Adopt a healthy lifestyle. That means exercising, eating healthy foods, not smoking and limiting alcohol. Remember, up to 80 percent of strokes can be prevented by taking care of your overall health.
What are some of the most common risk factors? The No. 1 risk factor for stroke is high blood pressure. Other common risk factors include diabetes, atrial fibrillation [a heart rhythm disorder], high cholesterol, smoking, and any kind of heart disease or blocking of any of the arteries in your neck that go to your head.
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For info about John Muir Health’s free, drop-in blood pressure screenings through-
out the community, visit johnmuirhealth.com/classes or see pages 11 and 12.
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When Your Child Needs Us John Muir Health cares for children and their families in all seasons of their lives, offering Children’s After Hours Care Services, a full-time Child Life Specialist on staff, and a wide range of sick- and well-child services 6
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Children’s After Hours Care Services Office Location and Hours 1450 Treat Blvd., Suite #160, Walnut Creek, CA 94597 (located in the Urgent Care Center) Open 5 p.m.–9 p.m., Monday through Friday; 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday; 9 a.m.–3 p.m. on holidays Services: Treatment of minor injuries and illnesses, basic lab tests; imaging services in the same building.
Advice Nurse Line (925) 296-9001; available 5 p.m.–8:30 a.m., Monday through Friday; 24/7 on weekends and holidays. Free service: Advice and guidance toward the right care for your child, including helping you get a same-day appointment with our pediatricians.
HELP FOR WORRIED PARENTS Q&A: Dr. Lynne Whyte, associate medical director of Pediatric Operations at John Muir Medical Group
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t’s late, your child’s fever just spiked, and your pediatrician’s office has long since closed. Where can you turn next? Children’s After Hours Care Services at John Muir Health. Here, Dr. Whyte gives details about this vital community resource.
How does John Muir Health’s new after-hours clinic and advice line work? Whyte: Parents start with a call to our advice nurse line at (925) 296-9001. The advice nurse will guide you to the care your child needs. For instance, he or she may recommend that you take your child to our Children’s After Hours Care Services in Walnut Creek, and then help you schedule the appointment. Or the nurse may recommend that you go straight to an emergency room. Or he or she may advise you on how to get your child through the night, and then encourage you to follow up with your pediatrician in the morning. What kind of medical problems can be addressed after hours? Whyte: Virtually anything that isn’t an obvious emergency situation. Our after-hours clinic in Walnut Creek can treat minor injuries, such as minor cuts, and illnesses or symptoms such as asthma, flu, cough, fever and stomach pain. We also conduct basic lab tests [rapid strep, mono, urine] and provide imaging services on-site. On our advice nurse line, we talk to parents about fevers, falls, coughs, earaches, rashes—the whole range of children’s health issues. Note: The advice line is free. What are some benefits of these new services? Whyte: Your family can get assistance when you need it. That’s very important if your child is sick or injured in the middle of the night. What’s more, when your child can be treated at home effectively or in our After Hours Care Services office, it can keep you all out of the ER. That’ll save you time and money—and give you peace of mind. For more information about our Children’s After Hours Care Services, visit johnmuirhealth.com/services.
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WHAT IS A CHILD LIFE SPECIALIST?
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id you know that John Muir Health employs a Child Life Specialist to work with children getting medical procedures for an injury or illness? She is an expert who focuses on the psychological and social aspects of children’s medical care by working together with children, families, doctors, nurses and social workers. “I’m trained to help children and their families cope with the grief and stress that can accompany a serious medical situation,” explains Shana Hammers, John Muir Health’s certified Child Life Specialist. “I provide
age-appropriate emotional support, activities for selfexpression, therapeutic play and education related to the medical procedures the child will face.” Hammers’ services are free and available for patients at John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek. Parents can ask their child’s doctor or nurses about scheduling time with Hammers. For more info about Child Life Services at John Muir Health or to request support for your child, please call Shana Hammers at (925) 947-3305 or visit johnmuirhealth.com/services. (Note: Child Life Services are currently available Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.)
Beat the Back-to-School Rush for Shots This summer, make sure your child is up to date on checkups and immunizations. Remember, incoming seventh-graders in California must prove they’ve had a whooping cough (pertussis) booster shot, called Tdap, before entering school. For the CDC’s complete childhood immunization schedule, visit cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/child/0-18yrs-schedule.pdf.
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A Closer Look
At a Glance 1450 Treat Blvd., Walnut Creek • Internal, family and pediatric medicine physicians and endocrinologists • Urgent Care: 8 a.m.–9 p.m., weekdays; 9 a.m.–5 p.m., weekends; 9 a.m.–3 p.m., holidays • Children’s After Hours Care Services: 5–9 p.m., weekdays; 9 a.m.–5 p.m., weekends; 9 a.m.–3 p.m., holidays • Lab and Imaging Services (X-rays and ultrasound) • Bone Health Services, Wellness Services and Weight Management Program • Café, Wi-Fi, conference rooms for community health classes and other events
The Services You Need, Under One Roof DO YOUR HEALTH A FAVOR—VISIT OUR NEW OUTPATIENT CENTER IN WALNUT CREEK Good news: John Muir Health’s Outpatient Center in Walnut Creek is open to serve you and your family, providing a convenient, welcoming location for your health care with many advantages. You’ll find a wide range of services in one location, including an Urgent Care Center, lab services, X-ray, ultrasound, as well as nearly 30 primary care provider offices and a growing number of specialists. “All aspects of this new Outpatient Center were designed with the patient in mind,” says Lee Huskins, president and chief administrative officer of the John Muir Physician Network. “You can access a range of medical services under one roof, rather than travel to multiple locations for various services. This is more convenient for you and allows us to better work as a team to coordinate your care and enhance your experience.” The team approach—including physicians, physician assistants, nurses, case managers and medical assistants—is also a boost to preventive care and monitoring,
which can help avoid unnecessary trips to the ER or hospital stays. It provides another layer of care for patients that they appreciate. “The team approach allows us to see more patients, more efficiently—while providing the same level of care and an improved patient experience by reducing wait times. My patients have been extremely positive about the changes and like having the services all together in one place,” says Dr. Maureen Stevenson, who is chief operating officer for Ambulatory Services and was instrumental in planning the building. “For instance, if they need an X-ray, they walk or can be escorted right over to X-ray. The same with any lab tests that might be needed.” Other benefits that Stevenson’s patients appreciate are the drive-up, drop-off area and the ease of parking. “We’re all very proud of our new Outpatient Center,” she says. “We’re enhancing our services to better meet the needs of our patients.”
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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.
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CANCER Bowel Management Networking Group for Colon and Rectal Cancers WHEN: July 30, 4–5:30 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call (925) 933-0107 to register.
Brain Tumor Support Group WHEN: Fourth Wednesdays, 7–8:30 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call (925) 933-0107 to register.
Breast Cancer Support Group WHEN: Second Thursday, 11 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call (925) 933-0107 to register.
Colorectal Cancer Group WHEN: Second Wednesday, 4–5:30 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call (925) 933-0107 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 (925) 933-0107 to register.
Head and Neck Cancer Support Group WHEN: Fourth Wednesday, 4–5:30 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call (925) 933-0107 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 (925) 933-0107 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 Wednesdays, 6–7:30 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call (925) 933-0107 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 (925) 933-0107 to register.
Lymphedema Support Group
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WHEN: Please call for date and time. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Please call (925) 674-2125 for more info or to register.
Melanoma Support Group WHEN: Fourth Wednesday, 4–5:30 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call (925) 933-0107 to register.
Metastatic Prostate Cancer Group WHEN: Fourth Thursday, 11 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call (925) 933-0107 to register.
Pediatric Oncology Support Group WHEN: Please call for date and time. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Call (925) 947-5272 for more information.
Insulin Pump Support Group
Blood Pressure Screening (for Seniors)
WHEN: Please call (925) 941-5076. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek
WHEN: June 26, July 24, Aug. 28, Sept. 25, 11 a.m.–noon WHERE: Alcosta (San Ramon) Senior Center
HEART HEALTH Blood Pressure Screening WHEN: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek
WHEN: June 16, July 21, Aug. 18, Sept. 15, 10:45–11:45 a.m. WHERE: Ambrose Community Center WHEN: June 16, July 21, Aug. 18, Sept. 15, 10–11 a.m. WHERE: Antioch Senior Center WHEN: June 20, July 18, Aug. 15, Sept. 19, 9:30–10:30 a.m. WHERE: Concord Senior Center
Prostate Cancer Screening Event WHEN: Sept. 16–17, 5–7 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Concord. Must preregister. To qualify, please call (925) 941-7900, option 3.
Prostate Cancer Support Group WHEN: Fourth Thursday, 1–2:30 p.m. WHERE: Cancer Support Community Please call (925) 933-0107 to register.
CONTINENCE Taking Back Control WHEN: July 29, 9–10:30 a.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Walnut Creek
GENERAL HEALTH AND PREVENTION Diabetes Education for You WHEN: Second Friday of every month, 3:30–4:30 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Call to register. English: (925) 9417900; Spanish: (925) 363-7588.
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WHEN: June 2, June 16, July 7, July 21, Aug. 4, Aug. 18, Sept. 8, Sept. 15, 10–11 a.m. WHERE: Danville Senior Center WHEN: June 10, July 8, Aug. 12, Sept. 9, 10 a.m.–noon WHERE: First Presbyterian Church WHEN: June 10, July 8, Aug. 12, Sept. 9, 10–11 a.m. WHERE: Golden Crane Senior Center—Alamo Women’s Club
Sept. 10, 9:30–11 a.m. WHERE: Pleasant Hill Senior Center WHEN: June 11, July 9, Aug. 13, Sept. 10, 9:30–11 a.m. WHERE: Walnut Creek Senior Center
Heart Healthy Nutrition WHEN: June 2, Aug. 4, 5–6 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Register online or call.
WHEN: June 16, July 21, Aug. 18, Sept. 15, 10–11:30 a.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Tice Valley/Rossmoor
WHEN: July 17, 5–6 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Register online or call.
WHEN: June 9, July 14, Aug. 11, Sept. 8, 9–10:30 a.m. WHERE: Martinez Senior Center
Mended Hearts Support Group
WHEN: June 25, July 23, Aug. 27, Sept. 24, 10:30–11:30 a.m. WHERE: Pittsburg Senior Center WHEN: June 2, June 11, July 7, July 9, Aug. 4, Aug. 13, Sept. 8,
WHEN: Second Tuesday, 7–8:30 p.m. WHERE: Alternates between John Muir Medical Centers in Concord and Walnut Creek Call (925) 947-5206 for more information.
Taking Back Control
You’re not alone if you have bladder problems—and we can help Did you know that, according to some estimates, as many as 20 million U.S. women have experienced bladder problems (urinary incontinence)? This class, taught by a John Muir Health Continence Services specialist, is designed to help you better understand this condition and learn more about bladder function. Each participant will identify a personal plan for successfully taking back control. When: July 29, 9–10:30 a.m. Where: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Walnut Creek Cost: FREE For more info or to register: Visit johnmuirhealth.com/classes.
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Stroke Support Group WHEN: Second Monday, 7–9 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Call (925) 947-3300 for more information.
MEN’S HEALTH Men’s Health Seminar—Keeping You Healthy WHEN: Sept. 9, 6–7:30 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Register online or call.
NUTRITION AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
Class Locations
Managing Emotional and Compulsive Eating
– 1656 N. California Blvd., Suite 100, Walnut Creek
WHEN: June 3, 6:30–8:30 p.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek Fee
Weight Loss Surgery Seminar WHEN: Check online for seminar dates and times.
OLDER ADULT Advance Health Care Directives WHEN: Aug. 20, 10 a.m.–noon WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Brentwood WHEN: July 9, 9:30–11:30 a.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Tice Valley/Rossmoor
– John Muir Health Breast Health Center 133 La Casa Via, Suite 140, Walnut Creek – John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek 1601 Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek – John Muir Medical Center, Concord 2540 East St., Concord – John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Brentwood 2400 Balfour Road, Brentwood – John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Tice Valley/Rossmoor 1220 Rossmoor Parkway, Walnut Creek – John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Walnut Creek 1450 Treat Blvd., Walnut Creek – John Muir Health Senior Services 3480 Buskirk Ave., Suite 100, Pleasant Hill – 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
WHEN: June 10, 6–8 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Concord WHEN: Sept. 10, 9:30– 11:30 a.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek
ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) Support Group WHEN: Third Saturday, 1–3 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek Call (415) 904-2572, ext. 307 for more information.
Catch Yourself—Preventing Falls WHEN: Four-session series, Mondays, July 7–28, 2:30–3:30 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Tice Valley/Rossmoor WHEN: Four-session series, Wednesdays, July 9–30, 11 a.m.–noon WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Walnut Creek
Dementia, Should I Be Worried? WHEN: Aug. 26, 2:30–3:30 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Walnut Creek
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Grief Awareness Support Group
Healthy Posture and Balance
WHEN: Second and Fourth Mondays, 6:30–7:45 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Concord Call (925) 674-2132 for more information.
WHEN: June 6, 9:30–11 a.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Tice Valley/Rossmoor
Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program WHEN: Call (925) 602-4163 for more info or to register.
Healthy Aging With Nutrition WHEN: June 9, 6:30–8 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Walnut Creek Register online or call.
Movement and Exercise Class— Staying Strong WHEN: Wednesdays, 9:15–10:15 a.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek Drop-in Fee
Navigating Life’s Changes and Adjustments WHEN: July 17, 6:30–8 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Outpatient Center, Walnut Creek
Healthy Digestion
Welcome to Medicare
WHEN: June 20, 9:30–11 a.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek
WHEN: June 11, July 9, Aug. 13, Sept. 10, 7–9:30 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek
PARENTING AND CHILDREN’S HEALTH Loving Solutions® WHEN: Seven-session series, Tuesdays, July 8–Aug. 19, 4–6 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Brentwood Fee WHEN: Seven-session series, Wednesdays, July 9–Aug. 20, 4–6 p.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek Fee
Parent Project® Sr. WHEN: 10-session series, Tuesdays, July 8–Sept. 9, 6:30–9 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Brentwood Fee WHEN: 10-session series, Wednesdays, July 9–Sept. 10, 6:30–9 p.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek Fee
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Weight Loss Surgery
Is this the right option for you? John Muir Health has helped hundreds of patients overcome obesity with weight loss surgery. At our free informational seminar, you’ll learn about the different types of surgery, as well as our support groups and programs. You’ll also have the chance to get answers to your questions and concerns. Join us to find out if weight loss surgery is the best strategy for you. (Note: To qualify for weight loss surgery, you must have a BMI of at least 30.) When/Where: Check online for dates, times and location. Cost: FREE For more info or to register: Visit johnmuirhealth.com/classes.
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Breastfeeding Your Infant WHEN: June 7, 9:30–11:30 a.m.; June 19, 6:30–8:30 p.m.; July 10, 6:30–8:30 p.m.; Aug. 2, 9:30– 11:30 a.m.; Aug. 28, 6:30–8:30 p.m.; Sept. 25, 6:30–8:30 p.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek Fee WHEN: Aug. 14, 6:30–8:30 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Brentwood Fee
Breastfeeding Support Services WHEN: Please call. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek
You’re Pregnant, Now What?
Count on John Muir Health for quality care and support , every step of the way Designed for women who are less than 24 weeks pregnant, this class is a great way to start your prep for parenthood. Join our lively and informative discussion about how to remedy the discomforts of early pregnancy, what you can do to take care of yourself, and where to find resources at John Muir Health that can support you—before and after baby. When: June 21, Aug. 16, 10:30–11:30 a.m. Where: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek Cost: FREE For more info or to register: Go to johnmuirhealth.com/classes.
Car Seat Checkup
Childbirth—Prepared Childbirth
WHEN: Weekly on Fridays WHERE: Growers Square Parking Garage Please call or go online. Fee
WHEN: Two-part series, Aug. 11 and Aug. 18, 6:30–9:30 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Brentwood Fee
Childbirth: Convenience Class WHEN: June 3, July 8, Aug. 5, 6–9 p.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek Fee
Childbirth: Low Intervention Childbirth WHEN: Four-session series, Mondays, July 14–Aug. 4, Sept. 8–29, 6:30–9 p.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek Fee
Childbirth: Online Preparation WHERE: Online Fee
WHEN: One-day session, June 14, July 19, Aug. 23, Sept. 20, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek Fee
Cord Blood Banking: Is It Right for Your Family? WHEN: July 19, 10:30–11:30 a.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek
CPR: Infant and Child CPR and Safety WHEN: June 2, 6:30–9:30 p.m.; June 21, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; July 12, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; Aug. 4, 6:30–9:30 p.m.; Sept. 13, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek Fee
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CPR: Infant and Child CPR and Safety for Grandparents WHEN: July 26, 9 a.m.–noon WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek Fee
MuirMommies: Back to Work (working moms and babies 3–12 months) WHEN: Semimonthly, second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30–7:30 p.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek
MuirMommies: Best Beginnings (0–3 months) WHEN: Six-part series on Tuesdays or Thursdays, 9:15–10:15 a.m., 10:30– 11:30 a.m., 11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m., 1–2 p.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek
MuirMommies: Mommy and Me (3–12 months) WHEN: Thursdays, 10:30–11:30 a.m., 11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m., 1–2 p.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek Fee
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You’re Pregnant, Now What?
WHEN: June 7, Aug. 2, 12:30– 2:30 p.m.; June 26, July 24, Aug. 21, Sept. 16, 6:30–8:30 p.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek Fee
WHEN: June 21, Aug. 16, 10:30– 11:30 a.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek
WHEN: Aug. 20, 6:30–8:30 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Brentwood Fee
The Wig Source
Shopping for a Car Seat WHEN: July 15, 6:30–7:30 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Health Outpatient Center, Walnut Creek
Sibling Celebration WHEN: July 12, Sept. 6, 2–3 p.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek Fee
Surviving Your First Weeks at Home With Your Baby WHEN: July 8, Sept. 2, 6–8 p.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek Fee
Tours: Family Birth Center WHEN: June 14, July 12, Aug. 9, Sept. 13, 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; June 24, July 22, Aug. 26, Sept. 23, 5–7 p.m. WHERE: John Muir Medical Center, Walnut Creek
Well, Well, Well FYI: John Muir Health recently launched Wellness Services to provide you with support, education and resources that will help you in managing your health. For more info, see page 2 or visit johnmuirhealth.com/services.
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WOMEN’S HEALTH WHEN: Second and fourth Fridays, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. WHERE: 1656 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek Appointments are required. Call (925) 947-5328 for information.
Meet the Latest Additions to Our Team
Dr. Michael Forrest Radiation Oncology 6380 Clark Ave. Dublin 94568 (925) 875-1677
Dr. Robert Greenberg Dermatology 5201 Norris Canyon Rd. #130 San Ramon 94583 (925) 277-1300
Dr. Viet Ho Ophthalmology 2299 Bacon St. #11 Concord 94520 (925) 798-2020 Speaks Vietnamese
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Dr. Nadia Essa Pediatrics 2299 Bacon St. #7 Concord 94520 (925) 676-6500 Speaks Spanish
Dr. Navin Mallavaram Pain Medicine 5924 Stoneridge Drive #206 Pleasanton 94588 (925) 469-9120
Dr. Rakesh Patel Radiation Oncology 5725 W. Las Positas Blvd. #100 Pleasanton 94588 (925) 734-8130
Dr. Kavitha Raj Hematology/Oncology 5725 W. Las Positas Blvd. #100 Pleasanton 94588 (925) 734-8130 Speaks Tagalog and Hindi
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Meet the Latest Additions to Our Team
Dr. Sarit Shtivelman Pediatrics 2299 Bacon St. #7 Concord 94520 (925) 676-6500
Dr. Rona Silkiss Ophthalmology 122 La Casa Via #222 Walnut Creek 94598 (925) 256-9440
Dr. Jasleen Sohal Family Medicine 1450 Treat Blvd. #120B Walnut Creek 94597 (925) 296-9736 Speaks Punjabi
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Dr. Oana Spataru Neurocritical Care 1455 Montego Way #200 Walnut Creek 94598 (925) 937-0404
Dr. Chanatip Suksang Family Medicine 1220 Rossmoor Parkway Walnut Creek 94595 (925) 939-1220
Dr. Judianne Walker Podiatry 1320 El Capitan Drive #410 Danville 94526 (925) 830-2929
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. (Walnut Creek: 8 a.m.–9 p.m., M–F) 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: 1450 Treat Blvd., Suite 160, (925) 296-9000
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, Brentwood (925) 308-8100 • Outpatient Center, Tice Valley/ Rossmoor (925) 939-1220 • Outpatient Center, Walnut Creek (925) 952-2887 • Senior Services (925) 947-3300 • Wellness Services (925) 941-7900
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“When I sneeze, I wet my pants. Normal?” The check-up’s almost over and it’s still there: that sorta embarrassing symptom you haven’t shared. But these questions can lead to serious conversations about health. That’s why we listen. We explain. And we’re big fans of healthy conversations. To find an OB near you, visit johnmuirhealth.com/findadoctor.
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