Hurley News You Can Use - February 2024

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2 Welcome New Hires

3 Corporate Compliance

4 Hurley Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council

6 Child & Family Life

8 Hurley In the News

10 Team of the Season: Pharmacy Department

14 We Won the Jackpot

16 Hurley Wellness: What is Heart Healthy Living?

17 Marketing Wins 2 Addy Awards

18 Daisy Award: Ashley Bellis, RN

20 February 29 – Two Hurley Employees Celebrate Birthday

21 Opening and Ribbon Cutting of Obstetrics & Gynecology Healthcare Associates

22 Photo Feature: Valentine’s Day Babies

24 Thank You Sovita Credit Union & Miracle Pop Poppers

26 Hurley Healthy Living Series: Weight Loss Educational Event

30 Physician Connection

36 March 2024 Birthdays

WELCOME NEW HIRES

Alexandra Burrough, Graduate Nurse

Alyssa Lunsford, General Duty Nurse-BSN

Anna Fulco, Graduate Nurse

Ashley Boze, Coder Student

Asha Napier, Laboratory Assistant

Ashley Galsterer, Nurse Extern

Bert Curtis, General Duty Nurse

Billy Hopson, Environmental Technician

Briana Perez, LPN Med II

Brittany Slowik, General Duty Nurse

Calvin Clemmons, Nursing Assistant Trainee

Colleen Bobrowski, Host/Hostess

Cordrell Brown, Communications Operator

Chrystin Schultz, Physical Therapist Assistant

Diar Riley, Registration Clerk

Dylan Saultman, HVAC Technician

Elizabeth Lear, Graduate Nurse

Erik Bode, RN Rapid Response/IV Team

Erika Threlkeld, Laboratory Clerk

Eugena Campbell, LPN

Fallon Johnson, Nurse Extern

Florence Koch, Graduate Nurse

Ginger Wissman, General Duty Nurse

Giselle Ibanez, Nuclear Med Tech - Reg

Janai Montgomery, LPN

Janice Miller, Nurse Clin/Prog Coord Diab RC

Jaqala Franklin, Clinic Clerical Assistant

Jacqui Simmons, Graduate Nurse

Jasmin Clark, Nursing Assistant

Jessica Broniak, Laboratory Clerk

Jessica Richert, Graduate Nurse

John Williams, Environmental Aide

Jordan Utica, General Duty Nurse-BSN

Kaitlyn Sierakowski, Nurse Extern

Karlie Friedmann , Respiratory Therapist Student

Katara Wilson, Environmental Aide

Kathleen Brodie, Coder

Kathryn Cram, Nurse Extern

Katoya Lewis, General Duty Nurse

Kelly Hyatt, Nurse Extern

Kenneth Scott, Registration Clerk

Kenyell Waller, General Duty Nurse

WELCOME NEW HIRES

Kevin Kimmel, Anesthesia Student

Kimberly Smith, LPN Med II

Ladari Stewart, Office Assistant

Laila Boggan, Graduate Nurse

LaShawn Meniefield, OB Surgical Technician I

Lauren Earley, General Duty Nurse, BSN

Megan Bishop, Nurse Extern

Melanie Aumick, General Duty Nurse

MeOceana Callahan, Nursing Assistant

Michael Henry, Warehouse Delivery Clerk

Michelle Partridge, Physician Biller

Nicole Edgar, Nurse Extern

Noreen Blue, Gen Duty Nurse-BSN/Charge Nurse

Phill Johnson, Environmental Aide

Rachel Butterfield, Nurse Extern

Rahjon Southall, Porter

Samantha Rozek, General Duty Nurse-BSN

Sara Bridger, Nurse Extern

Shanta Kimbrough, Host/Hostess

Sharron Barnes, Sterile Processing Student

Shimmiyah Jones, Laboratory Assistant

Sophia Bowen, Public Safety Officer

Stacie Szamiel, Graduate Nurse

Stephanie Parks, Medical Assistant

Taina Cintron, Sterile Processing Student

Tatiana Dudley, Sterile Processing Student

Taylor Schumacher, Graduate Nurse

Tori Sutton, Nurse Extern

Thomas Easlick, General Duty Nurse-BSN

Valerie Sylvester, General Duty Nurse

Verna Burnette, Graduate Nurse

Willie Dirrell, Environmental Aide

CORPORATE COMPLIANCE

An important way to understand your role with maintaining compliance at Hurley is to be familiar with the Standard Practices pertaining to compliance. These standard practices are located in the 5100-5199 Corporate Compliance folder on the intranet. This month I am highlighting SP 5106 – Role of Federal and State Laws in Preventing Fraud, Waste and Abuse. I mention this one first, not for you to be able to recite law references, but more so this section:

· Act with honesty and integrity in all business activities.

· Follow all laws and regulations that apply to work activities, including requirements of the Medicare, Medicaid and other federal health care programs. These requirements generally include maintaining complete and accurate medical records, applying appropriate charges and submitting only complete and accurate claims for services provided.

· Seek out supervisors, managers, directors or the Corporate Compliance Officer - or make an anonymous referral as described below - when you have a question about a possible false claim or other issues identified in the Hurley Medical Center Code of Conduct.

Please contact me at Sshue1@hurleymc.com if you have questions or other topics relating to the Compliance Program at Hurley you would like to be addressed.

Anonymous referrals can be made by calling 1.866.835.0555

This March, Hurley DEI is highlighting:

recommended to do

MAKE A CLASSIC MARDI GRAS RECIPE

recommended reading recommended to do

GET AN ADULT COLORING BOOK AND COLOR IT BRIGHT!

FESTIVAL STORIES THROUGH THE YEAR

India is a country of myriad festivals! Not a month goes by in which we don't have something to celebrate. This book invites you to rejoice in India's rich culture through the simple stories of two young twins, Natasha and Nikhil, as they experience an entire year of festivals and celebrationsstarting with Lohri in January and ending with Christmas in December!

recommended streaming

YEH JAWAANI HAI DEEWANI

Kabir and Naina bond during a trekking trip. Before Naina can express herself, Kabir leaves India to pursue his career. They meet again years later, but he still cherishes his dreams more than bonds.

Streaming on Netflix

CULTURAL OBSERVANCES

CHILD & FAMILY LIFE

Medical environments, especially hospitals, can be an intimidating situation especially for children. Infants, children, and their families find themselves not only coping with medical procedures but dealing with incredible situations from illness to injuries, disabilities or even bereavement. Hurley Medical Center’s Child & Family Life team is a group of trained professionals who work with Hurley doctors, nurses, social workers and beyond to help children and their families cope with the stress and uncertainty that comes with being in a hospital environment. They work with all children and their families, free of charge, to

meet their emotional needs through coping, comfort and education. From medical play to gaming, the team offers different ways to ease stress and anxiety in children during medical visits.  They also empower parents and caregivers to help their children by showing them additional ways to cope and lessen their own stress and anxiety.

Certified Child Life Specialists (CCLS) walk children through medical procedures using terms they can understand so they know what to expect, helping prevent trauma that may occur due to the procedure. They often engage young patients in a variety of coping strategies to help reduce anxiety and answer questions to help diminish the fear of the unknown. They provide support and distraction during medical procedures, offering opportunities for play and expressive activities. For example, they will prepare a child for surgery by decorating the anesthesia mask with them, letting them practice putting the mask on, role playing with stuffed animals and even using the mask for blowing bubbles. They often bring a sense of fun and comfort in spite of challenging circumstances. They promote family-centered care by providing information, advocacy and support to families of pediatric patients. They are working to help the child cope with what to expect and play an important role not only in decreasing stress and anxiety, but building trust.

Caitlin Bramble, CCLS is the new face of Child & Family Life at Hurley. As the team's new director, Cait is hoping to support the hospital's mission of providing support to patients, families and staff by increasing the team's involvement in all pediatric care areas. She brings years of experience with her, having worked in a Burn Trauma Intensive Care Unit (BTICU) in Salt Lake City and most

recently as a member of the Child and Family Life team at Mott. Cait pursued a career in Child Life, noting; “Everyone has their skillset. I could never do the essential and extremely difficult job of nursing. I found that what I can do is help these patients be what they are, kids, by keeping them playing, laughing and singing. But the work goes beyond just play. Certified Child Life Specialists can help a child cope with pain and having to be away from normal life. We can help them trust their team. Ultimately we, along with the rest of their medical team, can help them recover to the best of their ability with the least amount of negative impact. ”

Not only is there Cait, our Certified Child Life Specialist, but there is Channing Pearson, our Hospital Gaming Specialist (HGS) and Kaitlyn Larrea, our Child Life Assistant (CLA). Their goal is to normalize the hospital experience through self-expression and play, which have been found to have huge benefits in healing. Channing is building programs to help bring technology and gaming to the bedside. Kaitlyn ensures arts and crafts and play supplies are stocked and available. They help keep the play spaces cleaned and stocked with toys, games, and comfort items. They aid in managing volunteers and facilitating events, such as End of Treatment celebrations and birthdays. They provide one-on-one bedside play experiences with patients unable to leave their room. Channing and Kaitlyn's work is essential to bringing day-to-day cheer and laughter to kids of all ages receiving care at Hurley.

Child & Family Life can be anywhere, a dentist office, school or any place a child needs support. Here at Hurley, Child & Family Life is growing to work with children in Pediatrics, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Pediatric Emergency Department, Gastroenterology,

Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Surgery, Imaging, and clinics. The primary goal is to improve the patient's and family's experience with health care, reduce stress and improve communication all with the hopes of improving the health of the child. Hurley has always understood that children need this service, which is why our program has been around in some shape or form for 40 years.

February 29, 2024

M-Live

Michigan Hospital celebrates employee’s 11th birthday on Leap Day Dayna Yue, a Maternal Fetal Medicine Ultrasonographer at Hurley, celebrated her 11th birthday at the hospital on Leap Day, Thursday, February 29th.

February 29, 2024

WNEM TV5

Hurley celebrates first Leap Day baby

Hurley Children’s Hospital said Casey and Vince Seefried were the first to deliver a Leap Year baby this year. They had a baby girl named Rosemary at 2:17 a.m. weighing 7 pounds 6 ounces.

February 29, 2024

Mid-Michigan NOW

Hurley Medical Center celebrates Leap Year babies

Hurley welcomed new Leap Year babies into the world today. Baby Rosemary was delivered at 2:17 a.m. weighing 7 pounds 6 ounces.

February 29, 2024

ABC12

Hurley Medical Center welcomes the first Leap Day baby

Hurley Medical Center is celebrating this year's first Leap Year baby. Rosemary Seefried was born Thursday at 2:17 a.m. to parents Vince and Casey Seefried.

February 20, 2024

WCRZ CARS108

Flint Trooper honored for special visit with young Hurley Patient Flint Post Trooper Dennis McGuckin and his K9 partner Dre-ko made their way to Hurley to visit Ryder

February 19, 2024

WNEM TV5

Hurley Medical Center’s most popular baby names in 2023

Hurley Medical Center has released a list for mid-Michigan’s most popular baby names in 2023. The list is based upon names picked by parents who chose to have their babies delivered at Hurley.

ABC12

February 19, 2024

Medical Monday: Stress can affect heart health

Tarnesa Martin, a Hurley Medical Center resource and community advocate, discusses the effect of stress on heart health.

February 14, 2024

Valentine’s Day Babies at Hurley Medical Center

Check out photos from this year Valentine’s Day photoshoot at Hurley Medical Center.

ABC12

February 12, 2024

Medical Monday: Eczema has a variety of treatments

Dr. Wasim Nasir of Hurley Medical Center discusses the causes and treatment options for eczema.

ABC12

February 5, 2024

Medical Monday: Hurley Medical Center hopes to prevent gun injuries

Hurley Medical Center Injury Prevention Coordinator Nicole Matthews talks about ways to prevent gun violence and firearm injuries.

DEPARTMENT PHARMACY

Pharmacy is Hurley’s Team of the Season. This team is led by Amy Benko, Director of Pharmacy and Vice President of Patient Care Services, Jenny Hubble, Assistant Director of Pharmacy and Wendy KoontzBeatty, Pharmacy Operations Coordinator. The Pharmacy Team are critical members of Hurley, as they essentially provide patients with safe and effective medication therapy. They are recognized for Team of the Season for demonstrating a significantly high level of collaboration during a time when there has been several workflow changes in the Pharmacy. Wendy Koontz-Beatty and Jenny Hubble were interviewed for this article.

As the pharmacy strives to decrease turnaround and improve customer service to both medical staff and patients, there have been many changes implemented to how service is provided. For the past 20+ years, the pharmacy utilized a robot to get medications to patients. They found last spring that this robot needed to be replaced. An entirely new workflow was identified where in place of filling medication orders in the pharmacy and sending each dose, (47) new high-capacity medication dispensing Pyxis machines have been placed on nursing units.

This allows medications to be maintained at bedside and drastically improves the timeliness of service provided. This first phase of the project was a massive undertaking. Pharmacy spent countless hours designing, building, testing and stocking these new machines. The design/build/test part of this project took more than six months to complete and then implementation took another eight weeks.

The robot has now officially been dismantled to prepare for the second phase of this project. Beginning in April, the Pharmacy will implement two new medication storage carousels, in place of the robot, to assist with restocking the new Pyxis machines and balancing pharmacy inventory. While working on these multiple workflow changes, this Team has not only continued to provide uninterrupted day-to-day service but consistently rises to the occasion of meeting the challenge of implementing these changes. These changes have required a great deal of time and effort. We recognize that this will be another monumental project but there is no doubt that this Team will handle this next challenge with as much determination and grace as they did the first.

DEPARTMENT PHARMACY

"This year has really been a year of creativity, innovation and transformation for the pharmacy. This department is genuinely deserving of such a title. I am beyond grateful to our entire team for all of the hard work and dedication that made these workflow changes such a success. We truly needed all of our team members to complete this project. I am so honored to be a part of this department, and I am so proud of what we've been able to accomplish!”

-Jenny Hubble, Assistant Director of Pharmacy

“Pharmacy has experienced significant changes over the past few months in their workflow and will continue to see even more in the upcoming months. During this time, this team has continued to work hard, not only providing day-to-day services but demonstrating a high-level of cooperation and teamwork that are helping to successfully initiate these changes in workflow. It is for this reason that we believe it is extremely important that this team be recognized.”

-Wendy Koontz-Beatty, Pharmacy Operations Coordinator

“The pharmacy team is very deserving in being named Team of the Season.  Every day, pharmacists and technicians work closely together and play a crucial role in ensuring safe and effective medication use for our patients. Their contribution to patient care is so important, and I am very proud of the entire team!”

-Amy Benko, Director of Pharmacy and Vice President of Patient Care Services

The Team of the Season Award is our way of recognizing the teamwork that is so important at Hurley in assisting the fulfillment of our mission of “Clinical Excellence, Service to People”.

Teams are awarded this recognition based on their demonstration of a collaborative spirit, mutual accountability, support to others, fulfillment of Hurley’s mission and overall positive attitude.

To Nominate:

Complete nomination form on Hurley’s Intranet or drop your nomination in a HMC Voicebox.

In January 2023, Hurley’s Employee Engagement launched the internal “Thanks a LOTTO” campaign, inspired by the exceptional service provided by many employees as noted in Press Ganey and online reviews. Each employee received thank you cards containing $1 Michigan instant lottery tickets, with additional tickets for those named multiple times. The excitement was palpable, with hopes high for a big winner among us! Prizes ranged from $2 to $5,000.

Fast forward one year, and we're thrilled to report that nearly 500 thank-you cards were sent out in 2023. While the $5,000 grand prize remained elusive, we had numerous winning tickets ranging from $2 to $100. Ultimately, our patients emerged as the biggest winners, benefitting from the exceptional care provided by those recognized in the reviews.

Now, Thanks a LOTTO cards will be distributed quarterly, ensuring continued recognition of our dedicated staff. These cards have been making waves across various departments,

including Emergency, Mother/Baby, PEDS, PICU, NICU, CCU, ICU, Neuro Trauma Surgical Burn, 5East, 6East Joint, 7East, 9East, OB/GYN Clinic, and Wound Care Clinic. Managers are encouraged to celebrate these acknowledgments, and the feedback from them has been overwhelmingly positive.

In the fourth quarter of 2023 (October, November, December), over 100 individuals were specifically mentioned in positive reviews. We encourage staff to draw attention to the Patient Information wall clings in all patient rooms and prompt happy patients to scan the HAPPY QR code. This is where they can nominate those who have provided exceptional care.

Let's continue to celebrate the dedication and hard work of our team as we move forward into another year of serving our community with excellence. Congratulations to all our winners, and here's to many more successes ahead!

THANKS A LOTTO!

Maria Backstrom

Jerrit Baker

Justin Barber

Danielle Bassi

Jayla Beggs

Bradley Bessett

Emma Birchmeier

Mackenzie Brannon

Artavia Bransford

Kristie Brzezinski

Tanya Brown

Jayme Browning

Amy Bujak

Aliyah Byron

Brittany Caesar

Michael Cassidy

Chloe Clarambeau

Megan Cloutier

Megan Cooper

Natalie Curtis

Jill Dawes

Claire Duley

Kara Ebbott

Brooke Erickson

Carol Fechik

Desiree Fellows

Debbie Freeman

Nicole Fresorger

Gabrielle Ganto

Jayla Garth

Veronica Garza

Tracy Gillmore

James Gonzalez-Anderson

Sparkle Goodman

Sara Granger

Amber Grant

Nicole Greenwald-Jones

Vanessa Hadley

Amanda Harris

Julia Haubenstricker

Sarah Haycock

Michelle Helzerman

Sara Heney

Tara Herrington

Tabatha Holder

Kaitlyn Hubbard

Nancy Hudson

Mary Jenkins

Jennifer Johnston

Kendra Kelly

Marcy Kempa

Ashley Kingsley

Justine Klecker

Haley Laurie

Kelley Lemek

Brady Lockwood

Regina Long

Elizabeth Longshore

Tatiana Maalour

Vickie Mack

Hallie Maurer

Tammy McDonald

Melinda McDowell

Dan McEnroe

Angel Neibler

Kyle Neyman

Jodie Nickerson

Andrea O'Brien

Michael Padilla

Emily Park

Maggie Payne

Margaret Payne

Virgina Perkins

Erica Perry

Roger Pettit

Janeen Pharms

Emma Philpotts

Hanna Rauch

Richard Reickel

Brock Reynolds

Leah Ridenour

Megan Rinke

Katherine Ryan

Dan Schneider

Madison Sells

Rose Semple

Natosha Smith

Sam Smith

Jacqueline Spitler

Brandy Stafford

Amber Stames

Hanna Steenhuysen

Alex Swayze

Vatina Topps - Reynolds

Shelby Turner

Brooklyn Umbarger

Caitlin Vowell

Donald Warner

Anita Webb

Karlee Weissend

McKenzie Welch

Katherine Widmark

Mikayla Wikaryasz

Kyla Willoughby

Isaac Young

Jadyn Zimmerman

What is Heart Healthy Living?

Heart disease is a leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States, however there is a lot you can do to protect your heart and stay healthy. Heart-healthy living involves understanding your risk, making healthy choices, turning healthy choices into healthy habits, and taking steps needed to reduce your risk of heart disease. By taking preventative measures, you can lower your risk of developing heart disease and improve your overall health and well-being. There are several lifestyle changes you can make to lower your risk of heart disease.

KNOW YOUR NUMBERS AND THEN MANAGE THEM

Maintaining healthy cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, and A1c levels are an important factor in heart-health. Though each type of heart disease differs, the common element is the disruption of healthy blood flow to the heart or from the heart to the rest of the body.

· Get your annual physical. People with high blood pressure or high cholesterol are often asymptomatic.

· Take all prescriptions as prescribed. Put your prescriptions on auto-refill so you don’t miss any days.

· Check your blood pressure at home (or at work). Make sure it is staying within the healthy ranges your physician recommends.

· If your numbers are trending upward, contact your primary care physician or cardiologist for an appointment.

MAKE DIET AND EXERCISE A PRIORITY

Healthy choices are paramount to maintaining a healthy weight and helping to keep blood pressure and cholesterol levels in healthy ranges. But repetition matters! Physical activity strengthens your heart, and regular exercise can be added to even the busiest of schedules.

· Exercise at least 150 minutes a week.

· Add a variety of physical activities; walking, yoga, and strength training are great examples.

· Eat a diet full of fruits and vegetables.

· Reduce saturated fats and sugar sweetened beverages.

SAY NO TO TOBACCO

Tobacco cessation is perhaps the biggest impact you can make to your heart health - the CDC states that smoking is one of the greatest factors for developing heart disease. If you are already a smoker, work with a Tobacco Treatment Specialist or contact the Michigan Quitline to aid in your tobacco cessation.

MARKETING WINS 2 ADDY AWARDS

The Hurley Marketing Team won two American Advertising Awards (Addys). The Addys were held on Friday, February 23, 2024, at Warwick Hills Golf & Country Club. The awards recognized the Hurley Team for excellence in a variety of advertising areas including design and photography. The wins included 2 silver awards for the Hurley Ball 2023 Installations and for colored still photography for “Glow for Miracles.”

Congratulations to the Marketing Team for their hard work and creativity in promoting Hurley’s exceptional medical services and outstanding patient care.

Below is a breakdown of the awards:

• Hurley Ball 2023 Installations – Silver Graphic Designer & Project Managers

Jeremy Eads & Steffany Hillis

• Glow for Miracles – Silver Photographer - Doug Pike

for extraordinary nurses

ASHLEY BELLIS, RN

In the realm of healthcare, nurses often become unsung heroes, devoting themselves to the well-being of patients and their families. Their compassion and dedication leave a lasting impact on the lives they touch. This month, we celebrate the outstanding contributions of Ashley Bellis, RN, as she is honored with the prestigious DAISY Award for her exceptional care and empathy at Hurley Medical Center.

Ashley graduated in 2004 from Garden City High School, Garden City, Michigan. She had her family and later when her youngest was in kindergarten, she returned to school pursuing a nursing degree at Mott Community College. Ashley attended her clinicals at all three hospitals-Genesys, McLaren and Hurley. It was during her second

year she found she needed to be on second shift in order to meet her children’s schedule. Hurley met her schedule and afterwards, she decided to remain here, beginning her career on 9East.

Ashley’s responsibilities include assessing and implementing care; including administering medications, changing wound dressings, preparing patients for surgery and many other duties revolving around patient care. It is not surprising that a patient nominated Ashley as she strongly believes,

“I care for patients like I would any one of my family members. I love to interact with patients and get to know them and their family.”

Ashley’s nomination supports her belief:

"Ashley has been my nurse for two nights. She is very knowledgeable and quick to seek help if she needs to. She is sweet and has an upbeat personality. She treated me with respect and never acted like she was just doing her job. She is on time with medications and treatment. When she says she is going to do something, she does it."

Ashley acknowledged that she has worked here for a short period of time but has so many memories of working with her fellow RN’s. “We love to laugh and joke. The job cannot always be so serious.” Ashley appreciates the opportunity to do what she loves, nursing, and recognizes her preceptor, Kerri. “I loved my time in orientation. My preceptor, Kerri, was amazing! She taught me everything I needed to know. She was kind and never made me feel like I wasn’t smart enough.”

Ashley recognized her husband, Brandon, and her children, Hayden and Mackenzie. She also recognized her parents who have always been there to help when needed and continuously encourage her.

Ashley smiled explaining she feels as though she doesn't have many hobbies because she has been in school for so long. She does however love to spend time with her husband and children. It could be anything from watching movies to having fires in their backyard. The family enjoys vacationing and going somewhere different each time, especially if there is a lake. She also admits that she does enjoy watching sports.

When asked how she felt about being recognized for the DAISY Award, Ashley responded, “I was very surprised and did not realize what was going on. It made me feel so happy that I could help that patient! I always treat my patients as if they were one of my family members. I try to always have a good rapport with them.”

Have you witnessed an extraordinary registered nurse in action? Nominate an exceptional RN for the DAISY Award. Nomination forms are available in the Cafeteria, 8W Nursing Office and on the Hurley intranet.

February 29 - Two Hurley Employees Celebrate Birthday this Leap Year

Happy 11th Birthday to Hurley Maternal Fetal Medicine Ultrasonographer, Dayna Yue! Dayna is one of two Leap Year babies at Hurley. The second is Susan Rozboril, RN, who was off on this special day.

Dayna says as a child, her family would tease her saying she didn't have a birthday some years, since February 29th was not on the calendar. Dayna then started adding it in with a marker! When it wasn't a Leap Year, her family would celebrate on March 1st. Dayna’s mom said she didn't have Dayna yet on February 28th, so she would not celebrate that day. Now, Dayna enjoys celebrating any day because she knows it's unique. She's having a big celebration tonight to celebrate her 11th birthday - even though she has worked at Hurley 20 years!

Hurley Health Services is excited to serve and support the women of Grand Blanc and beyond with the opening and ribbon cutting of Obstetrics & Gynecology Healthcare Associates located on South Dort Highway in Grand Blanc.

From puberty through the stages of menopause, Dr. Sierra Cuthpert and Midwives, Danielle Bassi and Hannah Steenhuysen are now offering a comprehensive range of healthcare services tailored to women’s needs.

In August, Obstetrics & Gynecology Healthcare Associates will also welcome Dr. Lauren Clever to this esteemed group, further enhancing Hurley’s ability to serve the community with quality care and expertise.

“Today marks the beginning of an exciting journey, and we are grateful for the opportunity to serve and support the women of Grand Blanc and beyond,” says Annette Napier, Executive Director HHS/HPMS.

“We understand the importance of accessible and compassionate care, and we are dedicated to ensuring the well-being of every patient who walks through our doors.”

From left to right: Dr. Lauren Clever, Dr. Sierra Cuthpert, Annette Napier, Midwives; Danielle Bassi and Hannah Steenhuysen and Jacqueline Smiley, Nurse Practitioner

valentine's day babies

THANK YOU

Hurley Foundation wants to thank Miracle Pop Sponsor Sovita Credit Union and Miracle Pop volunteers for raising for Hurley Children’s Hospital in 2023!

$17,892

MIRACLE POPPERS

Ann Newell

Brooklyn Kennings

Chanze Tiggs

Cheryl Hightower

Christine Travis

Christine Wirt

Christopher Smith

Jennifer Shew

Julie Forbush

Karima Amlani

Kelsay Mannor

Kim Mannor

Kristine Kuerbitz

Laquendra Franklin

Macie Henige

Matthew Smith

Michael Wilson

Michelle Reed

Nicole Matthews

Pamela Kammer

Richard Barker

Sequoyah Ngo

Sheila Cannon

Shellie Shue

Trina Isaac

Valerie Prieur-Strom

Thank you all for supporting Children's Miracle Network Hospitals!

FUN FACTS

· Kim and Kelsay Mannor our loyal Miracle Poppers have popped since 2005, that is 18 years

· Another loyal Miracle Popper, Trina Isaac, has popped for 17 years

· Sovita has been supplying popcorn since 2018 –6 years. That is a lot of popcorn.

· Miracle Popcorn sales have “popped” up and up.

- Total Sales in 2020 were $8,190, increasing to $17,892 in 2023.

• That is double the amount in only 3 years!

weight loss educational event

The Hurley Healthy Living Series: An Educational Weight Loss Event took place on January 17, 2024 and discussed surgical and nonsurgical weight loss options featuring Dr. Gul R. Sachwani, DO and Hannah Welter, RDN from Hurley Bariatric Center.

Our highly-skilled board certified surgeons not only specialize in bariatric surgery, but are also credentialed in critical care at a Level 1 Trauma Center. With more than 6,000 procedures under our belt, we will accompany you every step of the way to maximize your chances for a successful outcome. Hurley Bariatric Center is a nationally-accredited Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Comprehensive Center and BCBS Blue Distinction Center.

NON-SURGICAL WEIGHT LOSS

PRESENTED BY:

YOU ARE ELIGIBLE IF YOU ARE: THE PROGRAM MIGHT BE RIGHT FOR YOU IF:

- An adult 18 years or older

- At a Body Mass Index of 25 or greater

- Interested in losing an average of 30-40 pounds of excess body weight

- Ready to commit to diet and lifestyle change

- Ready to enjoy better health and quality of life

- You have tried dieting on your own without success

- You prefer to lose weight without surgery or do not quality for bariatric surgery

- You are worried about other health issues such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, or sleep apnea that may be the result of your weight gain

- You need to lose weight before bariatric surgery

This 12-week program is based on the four pillars of weight management per the Obesity Medicine Association, which are nutrition, physical activity, behavior, and medication (if indicated). There are weekly individual clinic visits that include weigh-ins, nutrition counseling with a Registered Dietitian, labs, medical monitoring, and educational resources.

Hanna Welter, RDN Registered Dietician Nutritionist

Gul R Sachwani-Daswani, DO, FACOS Bariatric Surgeon

SURGICAL WEIGHT LOSS OPTIONS

YOU MIGHT BE A CANDIDATE IF:

- You have a BMI of 40 or greater, or more than 100 pounds overweight

- You have a BMI of 35 or greater and at least one or more obesity-related comorbidities such as type II diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea, or heart disease

- You were unable to achieve a healthy weight loss sustained for a period of time with prior weight loss

Gastric Band

o 1 hour surgical procedure and an overnight hospital stay (typically)

o Desired weight loss of 2-5 pounds per week

o Adjustable for desired weight loss by filling or removing fluid

o Less commonly performed procedure

Sleeve Gastrectomy

o Most commonly performed surgical weight loss procedure in the United States (70-75%)

o Removal of 80% of the stomach with no adjustments after initial surgery

o Estimated weight loss percentage at one year is 59.3%

o Recommended as primary surgery for patients with BMI less than 50

Roux En Y Gastric Bypass

o Gold standard weight loss surgical procedure

o Recommended for patients with Type II Diabetes, baseline GERD, history of gastric ulcers, or with a BMI greater than 50

Duodenal Switch

o Recognized as the most effective surgery for maximum estimated weight loss percentage

o Most effective for resolution for diabetes and hyperlipidemia

o Recommended for patients with BMI greater than 50

andy holmes: a sucessful

Andy Holmes, 37, has lived in Flint for four and a half years and it was common for him to be outside and active with his friends, especially when he lived downtown. He had felt overweight for the majority of his life, and his highest weight was 325 pounds. A bigger concern than the number on the scale, though, was how he felt. On one excursion with his friends, walking around downtown Flint, Andy noticed that he was out of breath and felt as though he could not continue. Andy had been busy, both working and going to grad school. Graduating in late 2021 was a huge accomplishment, and it also gave him the room to consider his health.

After trying various diets and exercises over the years and finding it very difficult to lose even a small amount of weight while putting in maximum effort, Andy had been looking into bariatrics over the last few years. Reassured by the conversation with a friend who was a resident at Hurley, and his experience of Hurley’s good reputation in the community, he made his first appointment at the Hurley Bariatric Center for March 7th, 2022. Andy explains, “I’m glad I chose Hurley because people here helped me make a decision that’s had such an important impact on my health. There was no pressure in the appointments. Dr.

Wong was very kind, and very straightforward. He was generous with his time, and answered all of my questions so that I could take the information and make my own decision.” Andy decided that it was time to be all in and follow Dr. Wong’s treatment plan.

For Andy, that meant seeing the bariatric surgery as the first of many healthy lifestyle choices. The surgery went as planned, and he was home later that same day. He says, “The surgery, I think, is a tool to aid diet and exercise. I had to be all in, or the surgery alone wasn’t the answer. It was a big adjustment afterward, especially getting used to what portions I could eat, but alongside my friends and family, Hurley offered a lot of ongoing support through educational and group meetings.” Because of Andy’s resilience and his decision to commit to following Hurley’s post-surgery guidelines, he has seen a dramatic improvement to his overall health. Besides losing 160 pounds over 9 months, he no longer needs medications to maintain a normal blood pressure, and he feels much better day to day. He explains, “I’m sleeping much better, and have a lot more energy. Even little things, like cleaning the house. I used to have to vacuum a part of the house and sit down for a few minutes to catch my breath. I don’t have to do that anymore.

"I hope this inspires people to go through with this process because it’s an easy process once you make the decision to be all in, but it can be so hard on your mental and physical health to be overweight."

weight loss story

I’m able to physically do more, and feel much more comfortable doing more things.” Of course, he is spending a lot of time with his friends and they have started going on hikes. He’s even bought a rowing machine for his home.

When asked if there was anything he would like people to know, Andy says, “I hope this inspires people to go through with this process because it’s an easy process once you make the decision to be all in, but it can be so hard on your mental and physical health to be overweight.”

The Medical Weight Loss program at the Hurley Bariatric Center is designed to be a 12-week plan, customized to the medical needs of the individual, but it is also meant to educate the individual so they can maintain their success beyond the completion of the program. This approach extends to all of the various services offered at the center, which include different surgical and non-surgical options. Before surgery, the bariatric professionals help patients choose the right type of surgery for their situation. Following surgery, the staff continues to monitor progress while offering support, such as nutrition and exercise counseling, to help patients have a sustainable weight loss outcome.

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continuing medical education (cmE)

Continuing Education Requirements for Michigan Medical Doctors

Authority: Public Act 368 of 1978, as amended

REQUIREMENTS FOR RENEWAL

The continuing education requirements apply to every physician renewing a Michigan medical license who has been licensed in the 3-year period immediately preceding the application for renewal. The requirements apply whether or not the physician is actively engaged in the practice of medicine. No one, including medical school faculty and resident physicians, is exempt from this requirement.

Each medical doctor is required to complete 150 hours of continuing education in courses or programs approved by the Board of Medicine, of which a minimum 75 hours of the required 150 hours must be earned in courses or programs designated as Category 1 programs.

A minimum of 1 hour of continuing education must be earned in the area of Medical Ethics

A minimum of 3 hours of continuing education must be earned in the area of Pain and Symptom Management, and at least 1 of the 3 hours must include controlled substance prescribing.

Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)

Mandatory Training Standards

• LARA requires a one-time mandatory training in Opioids and Other Controlled Substances Awareness for prescribers and dispensers of controlled substances.

• LARA requires a one-time mandatory training in Identifying Victims of Human Trafficking.

• LARA requires a minimum of three hours, every 3-year renewal cycle, in Implicit Bias Training.

For more information or questions, please visit: michigan.gov/lara

continuing medical education (cmE)

New DEA Training Requirement via the MATE Act

The Medication Access and Training Expansion (MATE) Act, part of the federal Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, requires ALL new or renewing DEA-registered practitioners who prescribe schedule II, III, IV or V drugs to undergo a one-time, eight-hour training requirement incorporating education on the treatment and management of patients with opioid and other substance use disorders.

See Michigan State Medical Society (MSMS) for further FAQs at: msms.org > NEWS

Hurley Online CME Courses

The following are free Hurley CME on Demand courses that have been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™:

• Advances in OB Pain Management (This activity fulfills the CE requirements for pain and symptom management.)

• Hypertension Management in the Hospitalized Child

• Human Trafficking and the Role of the Healthcare Provider (This activity fulfills the LARA mandatory training standards for identifying victims of human trafficking.)

• Pediatric & Adolescent Obesity

• Pediatric Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities

Coming Soon:

• Urinary Tract Infections and Patient Communication

Please visit: education.hurleymc.com/cme/calendar

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REGISTER NOW ~

“Professional Liability Update for Healthcare Providers” (HMC Staff Only)

MAY 1, 2024 – Wednesday

Hyatt Place Flint/Grand Blanc

5481 Hill-23 Drive, Flint, MI 48507 5:30pm – 7:30pm

Approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit ™

Register online: education.hurleymc.com/cme/calendar or snap the QR code above.

“SEPSIS: The Evidence and How to Make a Difference for your Patients”

(HMC Staff Only)

MAY 16, 2024 – Thursday (Hybrid – In Person & Virtual)

Hyatt Place Flint/Grand Blanc

5481 Hill-23 Drive, Flint, MI 48507 5:30pm – 7:00pm

Approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit ™

Register online: education.hurleymc.com/cme/calendar or snap the QR code above.

Physician Support Line is a national, free and confidential support line service made up of 600+ volunteer psychiatrists, joined together in the determined hope to provide peer support for our physician colleagues and medical students. Physician Support Line was created with the mission of physicians supporting physicians as we navigate the many professional and personal intersections of our lives.

Physician Support Line promises to provide emotional support and a safe holding space for physicians and medical students.

continuing medical education (cmE)

Continuing Medical Education Section

YEARLY CME ATTENDANCE REPORT

If you attended a Hurley Medical Center CME activity in 2023, your Yearly CME Attendance Report has been sent to you. Please contact the CME Department at 810.262.9142 or email: ContactCME@hurleymc.com, if you have any questions or did not receive your report.

NOTE: You will need this report for your medial license renewal.

The CME Needs Assessment Survey Results are in!

Thank you to everyone who completed a survey. The following results will be the focus for continuing education topics in 2024:

HURLEY REGULARLY SCHEDULED SERIES (RSS)

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4 Hurley resident physicians receive honors from MSU students

Four Hurley resident physicians were selected for honors by medical students on the Flint Campus of Michigan State University College of Human Medicine on Feb. 23, 2024.

In recognition of the Arnold J. Gold Foundation's Thank-a-Resident Day in February, the following resident physicians from Hurley were selected by the students as most deserving of thanks for their teaching/mentoring:

Internal Medicine rotations

Ekwevugbe (Ochuko) Ogbon, PGY3, Internal Medicine

Rohit Gupta, PGY4, Combined Internal Medicine/Pediatrics

Obstetrics & Gynecology rotations

Emily Pauls, PGY1

Panagiotis Cherouveim, PGY1

The selection was part of the activities for the 2023-2024 MSU CHM Gold Humanism Honor Society, according to Jennifer Shields, the 2023-2024 secretary for the Gold Honor Society.

The selected residents are to receive gift cards and virtual thank-you notes, "acknowledging the excellent educational support and/or mentorship opportunities" they provided to students, said Shields.

Ekwevugbe (Ochuko) Ogbon

Emily Pauls

Rohit Gupta

Panagiotis Cherouveim

Alec Fair

Alexandra Neyman

Alda Fetters

Alison Taylor

Amanda Woelzlein

Amanda Zacek

Amber Arkles

Amber Harrison

Amy Eisenhauer

Amy Holmes

Angela Beyer

Angela Dent

Anita Spencer

Ann Hartmann

Ann Poole

Anne Hirzel

Ashley Sedlarik

Bertram Adams

Bethany Lipka

Bonnie Raymond

Brandi Petrarca

Brandy Dykes

Brayden Thompson

Breanna Hitsman

Brenda Adams

Brian Flynn

Brian Norrow

Brianna Greene

Brianna Neely

Brittany Constantineau

Brittany Grant

Buck Wright

Caitlin Sanderson

Caitlin Vowell

Callie Lewis

Calvin Clemmons

Calvin Retz

Carmen Cooper

Charelle Chatmon

Chelsea Studer

Cheyenne Sanborn

Christina Norris

Christina Williams

Christine Alumbaugh

Christine Durant

Christopher Kozma

Corey Wagonschutz

Cynthia Pickett

Dana Rose

Daniel Schneider

Danielle King

Danielle Thygesen

Dannie Hogan

Darcy Ottaway

Darica Hardy

Davon Barnes

Dawn Smith

DeShawanna Trouser

Derek Samida

Derrick Jones

Devin Porrett

Devon Knox

Donald DuVan

Dorothea Randall

Dorothy Onweller

Elaina Branstner

Elizabeth Fulton

Elizabeth Longshore

Erik Hunter

Eric Young

Erik Bode

Ernest Frierson

Gayle Ritchie

Haley Flynn

Heather Taylor

Holly Johnson

Jacob Bowen

Jadyn Zimmerman

Jailyn Martin

Jalen Finney

Jamie Bracy-Bradley

Jason Webster

Jena Hunt

Jennifer Henson

Jennifer McDermitt

Jennifer Plumb

Jennifer Ryan

Jennifer Southwell

Jennifer Streeter

Jennifer Urssing

Jenny Abraham

Jeremy Soldan

Jerry Dawes

Jessica Desarden

Jessica Gunther

Jessica Roberts

Jessie Wilson

Jillaine Robinson

Jimmy Collins

Joann Morgan

Joy Stinson

Justin Fiedor

Kacy Houle

Kaitlyn Sanborn

Kalen Dirrell

Karlee Balanowski

Katelyn Skarritt

Kathleen Anger

Kathleen Peterson

Kathleen Suttle

Kayla Wallace

Kelley Rumsey

Kelly Millar

Kelsey Sly

Kendra Anderson

Kenneth Harris

Kermit Hinkle

Kevin Meredith

Kordero Pennyman

Kristin Winston

Krystie Swatsell

Kyle Greenman

Kyleigh Stone

LaQuonya Taylor

Lakeisha Davis

Karielle Kelly

Lauren Jagielo

Lee Strickland

Lela Schwerin

Lelend Williams

Lisa Arnold

Lisa Holden

Luann Schuman

Lydia Ribsby

Macie Henige

Madalyn Dimond

Madison Macsuga

Mallory Waisanen

Marci Goodlow

Marcia Houfek

Marge Geiersbach

Marina Corsi

Martha Lefurgey

Matthew Yonan

Max Baire

Maycee Frey

Meadeau Dowd

Megan Bishop

Megan Cooper

Megan Hackney

Megan Robinson

Melanie Slackta

Melissa Laughlin

Mia Ward

Mia Wentworth

Michael Cassidy

Michael McCartney

Michael Petrowski

Michelle Helzerman

Michelle Partridge

Mikayla Arseneault

Mulondo Echols

Nancy Hudson

Natasha Jones

NeRica Mithcell

Nickcol Cobb

Nicole Hall

Nicole Richey

Nijal Herron

Nikita Jagu

Onka Henderson

Paige Hendricks

Pamela Nealy

Patrick Figgins

Prabesh Aryal

Pule Wang

Rachel Butterfield

Rachel Laframboise

Rahjon Southall

Randy Wansedel

Raynell Stribling

Rebecca Henderson

Renee Link

Richard Maziarz

Robert Mudge

Roberta Hilborn

Roger Pettit

Sal Deepika Gudapati

Samah Rashed

Samantha Smith

Sandi Modreski

Sandra Kus

Sarah Rodriguez

Shanaie DeGraffinreed

Sharika Peeples

Shaunia Eason

Shawn Cooley

Shawn Shamel

Skiry Burns-Cyborowski

Skyler Henry

Stephanie Allen

Susan Fletcher

Susie Willis

TaTyana Miller

Tameka McKenze

Tami Green

Tarnesa Martin

Tawanna Jackson-Woody

Taylor Fagan

Taylor Schumacher

Taylor VanKeuren

Theresa Short

Thomas Groezinger

TiShayla Lester

Tiana Rison

Tina Cunningham

Tonia Ramin

Tonya Wilson

Tracy Gilmore

Trent Evans

Ulysses Brown, Jr.

Vickie Katus

Vickie Mack

Zakiya Arnold

Zilon Wiley