Windows to Your Health - Winter 2014/2015 by Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

I just wanted to fight

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H o w S u e H a r m o n d e a lt w i t h a life-changing diagnosis

winter 2014/2015

hen you’re faced with a serious and scary disease, sometimes you just want to fight. You want to fight for family and for yourself – a fight to get your life back.

“It is still hard to believe…everything I’ve been through,” said Sue Harmon, 58, of Berwick, Maine when sharing her story about her recent battle with stage III endometrial cancer. “I just wanted to fight. I want to live my life and I want to be there for my family for as long as I can.” In February of 2013, Sue met with gynecologist Leia Card, MD, of Garrison Women’s Health Center, to find a solution to a problem she was having with unusually heavy bleeding. After multiple tests, Sue heard the words no one wants to hear. She had cancer. continued on page 3

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I’m 61 but I’m nowhere near done! How a New Knee Brought Back an Old Hobby

04 NH Hospital Association Honors Dr. Naomi Gauthier for Outstanding Service in Health Care 05 Oncology Fellowship Program Empowers Students

When

snowflakes

fall, so do people!

07 Community and staff help Wentworth-Douglass raise over $48,000 with the Every Step Matters 5k

Dick Bartlett from Wentworth-Douglass Plant Operations keeps the hospital’s walkways safe.

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inter is here with all the beauty and excitement that New Englanders hold dear. But, as the snowflakes fall, so do people! While we enjoy the winter season, it is important to be cautious of hazards that accompany the beauty. One of the most threatening winter hazards is the potential to slip and fall on the ice and snow. Falls can cause serious and sometimes life-threatening injury including broken bones and head trauma. According to the National Council on Aging, falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for people 65 years of age and over. Use caution when navigating in the winter and follow our winter slip and fall safety tips to help you and your family make it into spring injury-free.

Winter Slip and Fall Safety Tips: 789 Central Avenue Dover, NH 03820

Remove snow as soon as possible. Keep the outside of your home clear of snow to prevent the formation of ice patches. Plan ahead and allow enough time to navigate slowly. Try not to go out when the weather is dangerous. If you have to go somewhere, leave yourself enough time so you are not rushing. To see more helpful tips, continue to page 3.

I’m 61 but I’m nowhere near done!

H o w a N e w K n e e B r o u g h t B a c k a n O l d H o bb y The decision to have joint replacement By David Thut, orthopedic surgeon at Seacoast Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

he decision to undergo an elective orthopedic surgery such as total knee replacement is different from the decision for most other types of surgery. With problems like heart disease or cancer, patients may not really have other viable options, and the timing of surgery is decided by their disease. With joint issues, patients often live with progressively worsening arthritis for years before choosing to replace their joints. We can use medicine, injections, weight loss, activity modification and bracing to help keep people active and more comfortable. It is time to replace the joint when the less invasive options no longer allow a patient to live their life as actively as they would like. I cannot make the timing decision for them so I strive to educate my patients fully about their options and help them understand the risk for each choice they could make given their circumstances. Working together to design a game plan we are all comfortable with maximizes the chance of our success. There are many reasons for knee and joint pain and most can be modified if not cured. While rushing to the orthopedic surgeon is probably overkill for each passing ache and pain, if you have lingering discomfort in any joint it is worth exploring the reasons. Often, relatively simple and low risk interventions can make a big difference. When those fail, we are lucky to live in a time where most patients can regain an active life, free of arthritis pain through joint replacement. The studies are clear that total joint replacement patients gain both in quality of life and improvement of overall health. Wentworth-Douglass Hospital and Seacoast Orthopedics & Sports Medicine have worked hard to build a total joint replacement program which is team focused but where the patient is the center of the team. Each patient spends a morning in Joint Camp at Wentworth-Douglass where they have the chance to meet many of the OR staff, nurses and physical therapists who will ensure a smooth hospital experience. This education allows patients to come to the hospital on the morning of their surgery fully understanding their role in their own recovery. Starting just hours after surgery, our patients are up and walking in their private room and our dedicated team takes advantage of the facilities in the hospital’s beautiful new inpatient wing to help guide them down the path toward a more comfortable and active life. For more information about the Joint Replacement Center at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, please call 603-609-6135 or visit www.WDHospital.com/JointReplacement.

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he pain in her left knee was bad enough to prevent her from her favorite hobbies – landscaping, skiing and swimming. “You can be 61 and old or 61 and young,” said Chris Wood, a special education teacher from North Berwick, Maine. “I prefer to be 61 and young!” Chris, who has been skiing since the age of three and who is passionate about landscaping multiple acres of property at her home, said she had to think seriously about her quality of life. “I’m 61 but I’m nowhere near done,” she added. After two months of living with the excruciating pain, Chris decided it was time to meet with David Thut, MD, of Seacoast Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. She worked with Dr. Thut on some previous orthopedic needs and she knew she would feel comfortable in his care. Chris started with a few other treatments before deciding to move forward with a total knee replacement. “I was really scared and that’s why I put it off,” said Chris, describing her decision for a total joint replacement. “When I met with Dr. Thut, I immediately felt at ease because there was no pressure from him or his team. It was an amazing experience because you’re included in everything and you feel like you’re truly part of the team. I never felt left out of the conversation. Once I made the decision to have the knee replacement, I felt relaxed and it was a huge weight off my shoulders.” According to Dr. Thut, commitment from a patient is extremely important for a successful outcome of a joint replacement. “I like to keep patients engaged from the beginning,” he said. “In the end, it is the enthusiasm the patient displays in physical therapy after surgery that ensures ideal surgical results. Chris has a positive, ‘can do’ attitude that is ideal for an orthopedic patient. Her desire to feel better is obvious in her hard work after surgery and her outcome is testament to the success of a team approach.” Chris was impressed by the experience with Wentworth-Douglass Hospital’s Joint Replacement Center and the way the staff motivated her throughout the process. “You get right up and start moving,” said Chris. “By the third day in the hospital, you’re ready to go home. Everyone in the hospital was awesome. They all just bent over backwards to get me anything I needed to be comfortable.” Chris is back to landscaping and enjoying her life again. She hopes next year she can return to the mountains to ski and enjoy the views and sting of cold air across her face. This year, she plans to get back to snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. For more information about joint pain, join us for our free educational programs led by WentworthDouglass nurses and physicians from Seacoast Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. See the back page for topics, dates and registration information.

The Rippling Effect of Music

Why are we so driven by music? Well, it is because we are music. By Maurizio Paura, Certified Music Practitioner and Wentworth-Douglass Hospital volunteer

verything in the universe, at the most basic molecular level, vibrates. As part of that universe, we vibrate and are continuously exposed to a variety of resonance and vibrational fields. We resonate with our surrounding world. As part of a system where everything resonates at the most minuscule molecular level, everything is in balance when we resonate with what surrounds us. It is very important and therapeutic to find the time to rest from the chaos of everyday life and let ourselves regenerate and recognize the beauty around us. This is why I believe that the use of therapeutic music in the healthcare environment is a very beneficial tool for patients and staff. It gives us that chance to unplug and regenerate. Since the beginning of time, music has always held a special place among different cultures around the world. Constantly used for rituals and religious ceremonies, music worked its way into the everyday life of our ancestors and is now in our own lives as an entertainment form and as a comfort for our souls. The benefits of music ripple through time. Open your ears and your heart to the rippling effect of music. For more information about Music Therapy at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, please call Integrative Wellness Services at 603-740-2649.

I just wanted to fight continued from cover Sue’s husband, Bob, can’t thank Dr. Card enough for being vigilant with Sue’s care. “I credit her [Dr. Card] with saving my wife’s life because she took the extra steps to find out if Sue’s symptoms were something more serious.” Dr. Card referred Sue to see John Schorge, MD, Wentworth-Douglass Hospital’s Medical Director of Gynecologic Oncology and Chief of Gynecologic Oncology at Massachusetts General Hospital.

Kathleen Quinn, RN, BSN, OCN and John Schorge, MD

Su Metcalfe, MD

“Once we understood the diagnosis, there was a lot of anxiety,” said Sue, “but I was put at ease when I met Dr. Schorge and the nurse navigator Kathy Quinn. Kathy was very compassionate and helpful. I was fortunate to have Dr. Schorge and Kathy on my team. They both are so caring and always available for any questions.” When asked if she had any questions, she asked Dr. Schorge if he thought she would live another year. Although he said he believed she would, he also made sure Sue and Bob understood that the cancer was aggressive. That is when Sue decided it was her time to fight. Dr. Schorge recommended a surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital to remove as much of the cancer as possible. After the surgery, Sue returned to Wentworth-Douglass Hospital for both chemotherapy and radiation therapy.

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shape future services

f you or a family member are interested in improving care, this could be your opportunity.

We are looking for members (of all ages!) to join our Patient and Family Advisory Council. As a member, you will: • Advise WDH leadership and staff from the patient/family point-of-view. • Provide feedback on policies, procedures, programs, facilities and the patient care process. • Promote collaboration among patients and families and healthcare professionals. To learn more about opportunities, expectations and meeting times, please call the Patient Experience office at 603-740-2823.

“When I returned for treatment, I was prepared to fight,” said Sue. “Once I met with the team of physicians that would care for me, I knew I didn’t have to worry.” Along with Dr. Schorge, Sue’s physician team included Seacoast Cancer Center medical oncologist Andrew Yee, MD and radiation oncologist Su Metcalfe, MD. “Dr. Yee would always look at me and tell me that they were going to take care of me…and I knew he would,” said Sue. Andrew Yee, MD

Dr. Yee cared for Sue over the course of her chemotherapy which included six treatments – one treatment every 3 weeks. “In the Seacoast Cancer Center at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, we are all completely invested in every patient and his or her family,” said Dr. Yee. “Sue has a great attitude and the support of her husband which is so helpful for getting patients through treatments that can be a long journey.”

Leia Card, MD

After chemotherapy, Sue kept up her fight with the last part of her treatment plan, 30 days of radiation therapy guided by Dr. Metcalfe, who met with Sue throughout her treatment.

“Dr. Metcalfe is such a compassionate doctor and she really wants to know how you are,” said Sue. “It is such an unbelievable feeling to get from a doctor. I could truly feel her sincerity.” Dr. Metcalfe described Sue as brave in the face of uncertainty. “Sue and Bob are remarkable people,” said Dr. Metcalfe. “Sue faced each step of her treatment with courage and grace. She understood the uncertainties associated with the outcome for the advanced stage of her cancer and wanted to be aggressive in her treatment. She completed a tough course of comprehensive radiation therapy with support from our multidisciplinary team which included nursing, radiation therapists, a dietitian and social worker.”

Express Care News

entworth-Douglass Express Care in Dover (701 Central Ave) is changing its hours effective January 4, 2015 to 8:00am to 8:00pm, 7 days a week. Also, Wentworth-Douglass Hospital’s Walk-in Urgent Care in Lee will be changing its name to Wentworth-Douglass Express Care as of the same date in an effort to align services and patient experiences at both locations. WentworthDouglass Express Care in Dover and Lee provide urgent care for life’s small emergencies and is staffed by the same Emergency team that cares for you at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital. For more info, visit WDHospital.com/ExpressCare. Express Care Dover: 701 Central Ave Express Care Lee: 65 Calef Highway

Right now, Sue is in remission and is finally feeling like she can make plans for her future. “At this point, I try not to carry everything around with me,” she said. “I feel great now and I want to live my life the best I can for as long as I can. I am just so thankful for all the support from my husband and the team at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital.” Bob remembers one specific moment when all of Sue’s treatment was complete. “I remember Dr. Schorge walking into the exam room with a huge smile on his face and I just knew we were okay…I have so much faith in the whole team at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital,” said Bob. “They are the reason Sue did so well.” For more information about the Seacoast Cancer Center, visit WDHospital.com/SeacoastCancerCenter or call 603-742-8787.

When

snowflakes fall, so do people! continued from cover

Don’t put your hands in your pockets. We know your hands are cold! We also know that your arms are important in maintaining balance. If it is slippery keep your hands out of your pockets until you reach a safe destination. Wear gloves to keep your hands warm. Choose appropriate shoes. Winter boots with good traction can provide extra precaution. Pack an extra pair of shoes in a bag if you will need them for indoors. Don’t carry heavy loads. A heavy load can alter a person’s balance. If you need to carry a heavy load and feel yourself falling, drop what you are carrying and focus on yourself. Help the elderly. Ask for help if you are elderly. Help your elderly friends and family navigate icy and snowy walkways. A slip and fall can be even more detrimental for seniors. If you are elderly, do not be afraid to ask for help.

WentworthD o u g l a ss

is prepared.

hen an outbreak of an infectious disease occurs, Wentworth-Douglass Health System is prepared. Wentworth-Douglass works with the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Disease Control to actively prepare for a public health emergency such as Ebola or any other potential health threat. During the recent Ebola situation in the U.S., a core hospital team, led by WentworthDouglass Health System’s Infectious Disease specialist and Chief Quality & Safety Officer Dr. Malcolm Rosenson, met daily to discuss updates, communication plans, and to develop ongoing training and response preparation. The hospital continues to prepare for any outbreak by conducting drills and alerts with staff and by keeping up-to-date with procedures and protocols. Wentworth-Douglass is prepared.

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NH Hospital Association Honors

Dr. Naomi Gauthier for Outstanding Service in Health Care

he New Hampshire Hospital Association (NHHA) recently honored Naomi Gauthier, MD, of CHaD at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Dover with the Outstanding Medical Staff of the Year Award.

Environmental Services staff

enrich patient experience & safety

he Environmental Services staff at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital are quick to lend a helping hand – and smile – to patients and visitors at the hospital. On top of their kind actions, the Environmental Services staff go above and beyond to keep the facilities clean, helping to prevent the spread of disease. Due to their exceptional work and care, the team was selected as the national winner of the 2014 Environmental Services Department of the Year award from Health Forum’s Health Facilities Management Magazine & the Association for the Healthcare Environment. “The importance of the Environmental Services department to the hospital cannot be overstated,” said Daniel Dunn, Senior V.P. of Operations at Wentworth-Douglass. “They are an integral part of the patient care team and are highly aware of how their roles relate to our patients and the hospital culture overall.”

The Medical Staff Award is an honor bestowed upon a medical staff member from a New Hampshire hospital who devotes him- or herself to excellence in health care.

The recent award recognized the Environmental Services team for achieving the highest levels of performance in critical areas such as infection control, patient safety initiatives, customer service, recycling/ waste reduction, use of advanced technologies, staff education and training, patient satisfaction and engaging senior management in the success of the department.

“When it came time to nominate Dr. Gauthier for this award,” said NHHA President Steve Ahnen, “her nominators chose extraordinary words to describe her. They used words like ‘determined, visionary, compassionate, brilliant, funny and lifechanger.’”

At a recent recognition ceremony at the hospital, Wentworth-Douglass Health System President & CEO Gregory Walker told the Environmental Services staff he was extremely proud of their award but that he was just as proud of the kindness they show to Wentworth-Douglass patients each and every day.

Along with her work as a pediatric cardiologist, Dr. Gauthier was recognized for her work in founding Camp Meridian, a three-day annual camp experience for children with congenital heart problems, directed by a group of medical personnel, parents and counselors. She also led the effort to raise funds to create this camp, which is free for all children to attend. The camp began with 15 students in 2003 and has blossomed to 60 who make the annual trek from New England and all over the Eastern seaboard. “More recently,” Ahnen added, “Dr. Gauthier realized that families in need of a highly specialized cardiac test had to travel to Boston or further. She spent a full year training at Boston Children’s Hospital and then worked with her hospital administration to provide the equipment and start up the program so families in Seacoast New Hampshire and southern Maine wouldn’t have to make the trek to Boston.” “Her passion for caring for children is evident the minute you meet her and it doesn’t end with a diagnosis or a treatment plan. We are honored that the New Hampshire Hospital Association recognized Dr. Gauthier for what we see from her every day. She is truly worthy of this award,” noted Gregory Walker, FACHE, WentworthDouglass Health System President & CEO. For more information about Dr. Gauthier or about programs and services at CHaD at WentworthDouglass Hospital, please call 603-740-2366.

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WDH Receives Primary

Stroke Center Certification

chievement of Primary Stroke Center Certification signifies that WDH continues to meet critical elements to achieve longterm success in improving outcomes for stroke patients and, that the quality care provided is effectively managed to meet the unique and specialized needs of stroke patients. Developed in collaboration with the American Stroke Association and launched in 2003, The Joint Commission’s Primary Stroke Center Certification program is based on the Brain Attack Coalition’s “Recommendations for the Establishment of Primary Stroke Centers.” Certification is available only to stroke programs in Joint Commission-accredited acute care hospitals. For more information about Quality initiatives at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, contact the Community Relations office at 603-742-5252.

Tirabassi is the 2014 WDH

Spiritual Care Award Recipient

aren C. Tirabassi, church pastor at the Union Congregational Church UCC in Madbury, NH, was surprised when she received the Wentworth-Douglass 2014 Spiritual Care Award at the hospital’s annual Spiritual Care Conference in October. Maren is an author and is extremely active in the local community. She often visits her parishioners who are patients at Wentworth-Douglass and has been a first responder for emergency pastoral care for our patients. Thank you for all you do, Maren!

Oncology Fellowship Program

Empowers Students

Kale & Red Onion Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe from the Wentworth-Douglass Food & Nutrition Department

INGREDIENTS: • ½ oz Kale-Braised • ½ oz Onions-Red, Roast, Lite Vinaigrette • ½ oz Peppers-Red, Roasted, Julienne • 1 Multigrain Sandwich Flats • 2 tbsp. Mozzarella Cheese, Shredded, Part Skim • 1 tsp. Parmesan Cheese, Shredded

INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Prepare Braised Kale, Roasted Red Onions, and Roasted Red Peppers 2. Spray a 350˚F. griddle with vegetable oil 3. Place an opened sandwich flat on the griddle, with the outer crust facing down 4. Top each slice of the sandwich flat with 1 tbsp shredded Mozzarella cheese and ½ tsp shredded Parmesan cheese Sarah Forster, left, and Danielle Brouillard, right, pictured with preceptor Anne-Marie Hardman, MSN, ACNS-BC, OCN, Wentworth-Douglass Clinical Nurse Educator

his past summer, Wentworth-Douglass Hospital joined an oncology nursing fellowship program and welcomed Oncology Fellows Sarah Forster and Danielle Brouillard. The program was made possible through the Susan D. Flynn Oncology Nursing Training and Development Fund, established by Frederick C. Flynn, Jr. in memory of his late wife, who lost her courageous battle with ovarian cancer in 2013. “During our challenging journey together in the face of this terrible disease, we witnessed first-hand the invaluable work and compassionate care of oncology nurses,” said Flynn. Flynn created the comprehensive oncology nursing fellowship program to help develop the next generation of oncology nurses. The fellowship gives student nurses the opportunity to immerse themselves in oncology nursing at top cancer care hospitals. Fellows Brouillard and Forster were two of 11 oncology nursing students to complete the unique program at sponsor hospitals including Wentworth-Douglass, Massachusetts General, Greenwich, Stamford, and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

5. On the griddle, combine 2 tbsp kale, 1 tbsp red onions and 1 tbsp red peppers. Sauté until heated through 6. Place kale mixture atop one slice on the sandwich flat. Place the remaining slice on top to close the sandwich.

Do you have questions about nutrition and chronic disease prevention? A Registered Dietitian can help you with: • Weight Management

Brouillard and Forster are thankful to the Flynn family and to Wentworth-Douglass Hospital for the opportunity and support. After their time in the Seacoast Cancer Center at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, the two fellows reflected on how the experience moved them and solidified their passion for oncology nursing. “This fellowship has profoundly strengthened my confidence in nursing and, most importantly, has enriched my passion for oncology,” said Brouillard. “As a Flynn Fellow at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, I’ve had the opportunity to immerse myself in oncology education, hands-on care, and evidence-based research. I’ve learned about different types of cancer, current treatment options, clinical trials, and palliative care. Through intensive research and completion of an evidence-based project, I was able to investigate some of the most effective ways to communicate with oncology patients and their families. But most importantly, I’ve learned how to care for the oncology patient. And that’s something that a classroom, textbook, or computer screen cannot teach you.” Like Brouillard, Forster gained valuable skills and witnessed first-hand how important it is to have immense compassion in the oncology setting.

“This fellowship has profoundly strengthened my confidence in nursing and, most importantly, has enriched my passion for oncology,” said Brouillard

• Hyperlipidemia • Hypertension • Irritable Bowel Syndrome • Celiac Disease • Prenatal Nutrition • Food Allergies • Vegetarian & Vegan Nutrition Ask your primary care provider to send an Outpatient Nutrition Referral to WentworthDouglass Hospital’s Centralized Scheduling at 603-740-2398. Insurance coverage varies according to your plan.

My dad is a patient in room 344. Since I have worked nutrition in two

“The lessons I’ve learned will benefit me this school year and in my future career,” said Forster. “Through this fellowship I have improved my assessment and communication skills. This immersion into oncology has solidified in me that oncology nursing is a career that I want to pursue. Wentworth-Douglass may have been a smaller hospital involved in this fellowship, but for what it lacked in size it made up for with its caring and compassionate staff. Everyone who I have come into contact here at WDH has had something to teach me and was genuinely excited to have a student within the hospital.”

hospitals, I asked about the food. He is absolutely

“I am forever grateful to Mr. Flynn for the wonderful program he has developed in loving memory of his wife, Susan,” said Brouillard. “It provided me with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that facilitated my dream of becoming an oncology-certified nurse.”

and there is no flavor. Not here - it’s like ordering

For more information about how to donate to this program and programs at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, please call our Foundation office at 603-740-2687.

thrilled, even though he has only been in the hospital for two days and is on a restricted diet… My dad is deeply impressed with your selections, the quality, the call center, the delivery staff ... he loves it. His words: I’ve been in too many hospitals,

in a good restaurant.

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A MASTERFUL EXPERIENCE:

You could win a trip for you and three friends to the 2015 Masters Tournament!

golfers and sponsors

raised over $43,000 during 2014 Golf Tournament

The Wentworth-Douglass Hospital and Health Foundation is raffling off a 4-day trip for FOUR to the

MASTERS TOURNAMENT

at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, GA | April 9-12, 2015! Don’t’ miss your opportunity to win! Only 500 Masters Sweepstakes tickets are available. Tickets are only $100 each. The winning package includes 4 Saturday and 4 Sunday badges to the Masters Golf Tournament, housing for 3 nights and daily hospitality includes transportation from Augusta Golf events to the tournament. The winner will be drawn at a Sweepstakes Party event on January 29, 2015 at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital. Other fun prizes will be raffled off as well!

Purchasing your ticket could make a difference for children with Diabetes. Proceeds from the sweepstakes will support WDH Diabetes Camps for children and their families. Wentworth-Douglass Diabetes camps are a safe place where kids can interact with other children who have diabetes and learn ways to cope with their diagnosis. Kids enjoy usual camp activities such as games, arts and crafts, and hiking. However, there is an additional educational and support component that helps kids and their families learn new skills such as adjusting diet or Thank you to our sponsor insulin for exercise. To purchase your tickets, call The Foundation office at 603-740-2687 or visit our website at www.wdhospital.com.

Prizes are not transferable, nor redeemable for cash. Winners are responsible for all applicable federal, state, and local taxes resulting from the award of these prizes. The grand prize winner must provide proper identification (including providing his/her Social Security number) and complete a Federal Form W-9, when claiming the prize. The grand prize winner is subject to a tax withholding equal to 25% of the fair market value of the grand prize less the cost of the ticket. The grand prize winner is responsible for payment of such tax withholdings prior to receiving the grand prize. Prize does not include airfare.

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The 2014 Wentworth-Douglass Golf Tournament trophy and green tournament jackets went to the winning team from Prime Buchholz (l to r) Daren Dulac, Kirk O’Quinn, Ryan O’Quinn and Andy Cyr.

he 2014 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital & Health Foundation Golf Tournament raised over $43,000 for charitable programs and services to benefit our patients and the community. The donations and sponsorships from the Golf Tournament will allow us to provide dental care for low-income adults and children, free CareVan patient transport services as well as financial assistance programs for those unable to pay for care. For more information about our Golf Tournament, please visit our website at www.WDHospital.com/Golf or call 603-740-2687.

Thank you to our sponsors! Federal Savings Bank, EMC, Par 4, Sodexo Clinical Tech Management/Patriot Med. Tech of Ohio, Auxilio, Prime Buchholz, Siemens, HUB International, Huron Healthcare, Seacoast Pathology, Sean Tracey Associates, Sulloway & Hollis, PC Connection, Centrix Bank, Leone, McDonnell & Roberts, Bellamy & Watson Fields, CHaD at Dartmouth-Hitchcock, Gragil Associates, Inc./ Audit Billing Center, Inc., Trinet Healthcare, Helms & Company, Inc., Helms & Company, Inc., Sodexo, Yankee Equipment, Baker Newman & Noyes, Pepsi Beverage Co., Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital, ERC Wiping Products, Inc., Northeast Corneal Consultants/Excellent Vision, Von Hemert Group

Make a Difference Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is a not-for-profit organization, and we depend on contributions to support vital programs and services offered to our community. Please support the Wentworth-Douglass Hospital & Health Foundation today and help make a difference in the lives of patients in our community – your family, your neighbors, your friends. You can donate online at WDHospital.com.

C o m m u n i t y a n d s t a f f h e l p W e n t w o r t h - D o u g l a ss

raise over $48,000 with the Every Step Matters 5k

ver 680 people registered for our Every Step Matters 5k on September 28, 2014! With the support of our community, our staff and our sponsors, we raised over $48,000 for wellness services and support programs for patients in Wentworth-Douglass Hospital’s Seacoast Cancer Center! Thank you to our 2014 cotitle sponsors D.F. Richard Energy and Federal Savings Bank. Once a diagnosis with little hope, today’s patients with a cancer are surviving treatment and moving on with their lives thanks to support and wellness services now available at our Seacoast Cancer Center. Funding is available for some of these programs but more is needed to support our patients and their families. Current programs include education, nutrition and psychosocial screening, rehab, exercise, support groups and integrative therapies. Monthly offerings include massage, aromatherapy, Reiki, pet therapy, yoga, support groups and community education. With a focus on wellness, support, healthy living and early detection, these programs are more than just complementary or alternative; they are now well integrated into the care of every cancer patient. Patients are living with cancer everyday and our wish is for them to be well. Your continued support and sponsorship will make this wish come true. The next Every Step Matters 5k is scheduled for fall of 2015. Please watch for more information on our website at www.WDHospital.com and our Facebook page. If you’re interested in sponsoring our next walk, please call the Wentworth-Douglass Hospital & Health Foundation at 603-740-2581.

How to attain your

New Year’s resolution By staff from The Works Family Health & Fitness Center Make reasonable resolutions and avoid choosing a resolution that you’ve been unsuccessful at achieving in the past. Choose an attainable goal. If you are still tempted to make a resolution in which you’ve been unsuccessful before, try altering it. For example, instead of saying you are going to lose 30 pounds, try promising to eat healthier and increase your weekly exercise. Break your ultimate goal down in to a series of smaller, mini-goals. You will have positive reinforcement as each mini-goal is reached and surpassed and it will ensure that you do not give in too soon by setting the bar too high. For example, if you want to lose 30 pounds in six months, break this goal down into three mini-goals of 10 pounds every 2 months. Don’t go on a specific “diet” Make simple eating changes. Find a 100-calorie change you can make for this week. Don’t think in terms of depriving yourself of foods you love, but eliminate empty calories and find substitutes that you can enjoy for the rest of your life. Don’t workout – TRAIN! There’s a big difference between working out and training. To work out is to exercise without any long-term performance goals in mind. To train is to exercise for the goal of being healthy for life! For more information, please call The Works Family Health & Fitness Center at 603-742-2163 or visit www.theworkshealthclub.com. Windows

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free community programs

friday 10-11Am

Story Time

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information: 603-740-2366 Location: CHaD at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

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The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: A Review of Popular Diets REGISTER: 603-742-2163

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tuesday

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Presented by: Michael Davidson, DO of Endocrinology & Diabetes Consultants REGISTER: www.WDHospital.com or 603-740-2817 Location: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital’s Garrison Wing

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Prevention and Treatment of Shoulder Injury Presented by: David Thut, MD of Seacoast Orthopedics & Sports Medicine REGISTER: www.WDHospital.com or 603-740-2817 Location: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital’s Garrison Wing

Vein Screenings at The Works Wentworth-Douglass Cardiovascular Care staff will provide free vein screenings during two time frames. REGISTER: Appointments are required. Call 603-742-2163 Location: The Works Family Health & Fitness Center, Rt. 108, Somersworth, NH

Feel the Beat dance-a-thon Have fun and support our patients! Join us for a dance-a-thon to support Cardiovascular Care at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital. Proceeds will help us to provide state-of-the-art cardiovascular care to our patients. Feel the Beat!

Vegetarian Nutrition Presented by: Wentworth-Douglass Dietitian Leigh Davenport REGISTER: www.WDHospital.com or 603-740-2817 Location: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital’s Garrison Wing

The User’s Guide for those with Hip and Knee Arthritis Presented by: Moby Parson, MD of Seacoast Orthopedics & Sports Medicine REGISTER: www.WDHospital.com or 603-740-2817 Location: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital’s Garrison Wing

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Presented by: Elizabeth Chase, MD, Garrison Women’s Health Center

Location: The Works Family Health & Fitness Center, Rt. 108, Somersworth, NH

A Woman’s Sexual Health

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Bionic Pancreas: A Doctor’s Journey

Presented by: Donna Smith from Wentworth-Douglass Joint Replacement Center

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Joint Pain Seminar

Nutrition Screenings: Find out more about your nutrition habits

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Presented by: The Works Family Health & Fitness Center Dietitians Location: The Works Family Health & Fitness Center, Rt. 108, Somersworth, NH

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Presented by: Adam Fleit, MD of Seacoast Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Location: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital’s Garrison Wing

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Common Issues with Hand Pain and Injury

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Relaxation Techniques Presented by: Holly Roche from Wentworth-Douglass Integrative Therapies REGISTER: 603-742-2163 Location: The Works Family Health & Fitness Center, Rt. 108, Somersworth, NH

Diabetes Education Ongoing Programs: Please call Wentworth-Douglass Diabetes Services for more information at 603-740-2887.

Build a Better Diet This class is perfect for you if you’ve been recently diagnosed with Pre-diabetes or are looking for a simple nutrition refresher class. The class is FREE and takes place at 10 Members Way, Dover, NH.

Sharps Exchange Diabetes Services also offers a Sharps Exchange program for the safe transfer and disposal of needles and sharp supplies from our patients with diabetes. It is held in the Main Lobby at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital. Bring your old sharps container, and we’ll issue you a new one.

Type 1 Community Meeting These quarterly meetings are for adults with Type 1 Diabetes and are led by Wentworth Health Partners Nurse Practitioner Jen Thomas, FNPC, and Physician Michael Davidson, DO. Registration is not required. Please call 603-740-2887 for more information. Upcoming classes are February 5th and April 2nd from 6 – 7 p.m. at 10 Members Way in Dover, NH.

Diabetes Education and Support Group These monthly educational support group meetings are held on the last Thursday of every month (except in the summer) from 7 - 8 p.m. at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital. Registration is not required.

Support Group for Parents of a Child with Diabetes

Location: The Works Family Health & Fitness Center, Rt. 108, Somersworth, NH

This support group meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month, 6:30-7:30 p.m. For more information, please call 603-740-2861. All ages are welcome.

Presented by: The Works Family Health & Fitness Center Dietitians