Scope Magazine March 2017

March 2017, Vol. 33, No. 1 Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics United Community, Empowered People, Exceptional Health

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quality Rehabilitation Services team breaks language barrier, maximizes potential As soon as Perlita Hernandez-Ramirez hears music playing, the bubbly 5-year old begins dancing and singing with her therapists in MGH’s Rehabilitation Services Department. Until recently, none of this had been possible for little Perlita.

“She wasn’t doing any of that a year ago,” said her Occupational Therapist Joyce Vipond, OTR/L. A brain injury during infancy caused the little girl to suffer severe developmental setbacks in her cognitive and motor skills.

These delays had rendered her unable to sit up on her own, grip anything with her hands or even move her head from side to side. Before the injury, baby Perlita had been developing normally. But once she sustained a brain injury at 9 months of age, Perlita suddenly became immobile and was dependent on a feeding tube for nourishment. Her mother had been told to expect Perlita’s potential for improvement to be very limited for the rest of her life.

Perlita’s “MGH&FC team” of therapists enjoy a moment with the spunky 5-year-old; (standing) Physical Therapist Erika Feitz, DPT; Occupational Therapist Joyce Vipond, OTR/L; Perlita’s mother Florentina Hernandez; Certified Medical Interpreter Rosa Borja; (kneeling) SpeechLanguage Pathologist Julie Balazs, CCC-SLP, and Perlita.

“They said she would never be able to walk to progress.” The rest of Perlita’s therapeutic or talk, or even feed herself,” recalled her team at MGH consist of Speech-Language mother, Florentina Hernandez. “They said Pathologist Julie Balazs, CCC - SLP, and she was not going to progress.” After five Erika Feitz, DPT. years of intensive physical, occupational How far children with brain injuries are able and speech therapy, Perlita has begun to progress also depends on the dedication progressing in leaps and bounds; she is now of their families. Because able to walk, ask for toys “Her initial injury impacted Perlita’s mother is to play with, is learning (Perlita’s) potential for growth originally from Oaxaca, how to feed herself – and now she is starting and change, but because she Mexico, and speaks more Spanish than English, to dance and sing. has had effective therapy MGH provides in-person The biggest and parental training, we are language services breakthrough in Perlita’s maximizing her potential.” through certified rehabilitation came medical interpreter, when her therapists began tapping into Rosa Borja. “She is a very good interpreter, Perlita’s social and emotional engagement and she is very kind,” Mrs. Hernandez said. while working on her development.

“Rosa has been key,” Vipond said. “Having “Emotional engagement drives her to an ‘in-person’ interpreter has made a huge want to interact with her environment and difference – especially concerning the allows her to push her abilities,” Vipond sensory system and communication.” said. “She was learning that using her hands in communication and movement could Having Borja on-site has effectively facilitated be something powerful for her, and that communication and interaction between became a motivator. It gave her incentives Perlita, her family and her therapists. It has 2 S C O P E

allowed the team to teach Perlita’s family the abstract concepts of how to practice the necessary rehabilitation techniques with Perlita at home on a regular basis between sessions.

“Her initial injury impacted (Perlita’s) potential for growth and change, but because she has had effective therapy and parental training, we are maximizing her potential,” Vipond added.

“Perlita is working very hard, too,” said her mother. “It’s not easy.” Mrs. Hernandez appreciates the dedicated and effective treatment her daughter receives from her providers at Oakland Bay Pediatrics and Mason General Hospital. “This place is excellent because they talk to the children, smile and play with them – and all that helps,” she said.

But as far as Mrs. Hernandez is concerned, her daughter’s recent developmental progress has been nothing short of a miracle. “I go to church and I pray with all my heart because I believe in the doctors, and I believe in God,” Hernandez said.

Interpreters help bridge language divide

Centers for Disease Control reports knowing signs of sepsis saves lives

When patients are not fluent in English, MGH&FC provides a

A common, but sometimes overlooked difficulty from a medical

solution: Certified Medical Interpreters. Spanish, Russian and various Guatemalan dialects are the most-often requested languages from patients at MGH&FC who are not proficient in English, claims Marie Gofigan, executive assistant to MGH&FC’s chief operating officer. “In my position, I work with a diverse group of people,” Gofigan said. While it can sometimes be challenging to find qualified interpreters in certain indigenous languages, Gofigan appreciates the insight her role provides about the different minority groups entering the Mason County area.

“In many cases, Hospital and Clinic staff communicate with patients via video remote interpreters provided through contracted services with MGH&FC,” said Gofigan, who coordinates interpreter services at MGH&FC. There are special cases, however, in which an ‘on-site’ interpreter is necessary in order to “In-person interpreters are also effectively facilitate able to establish relationships communication with patients not proficient in between medical English who are coming in for staff and patients. repeat appointments such as Cases such as surgeries and rehabilitation services.” rehabilitation services, including physical and occupational therapy, usually require an on-site interpreter in order for staff to effectively communicate abstract concepts to patients. “This is especially true in pediatric cases,” Gofigan said. In-person interpreters are also able to establish relationships with patients not proficient in English who are coming in for repeat appointments such as rehabilitation services,” Gofigan added. Whether remote via video, or in person, all of the medical interpreters MGH&FC contracts are professionally trained and certified.

MGH&FC offers language services free of charge, and patients needing language assistance may request an interpreter when they register for an appointment at any MGH&FC Clinic.

“I’ve heard nothing but good feedback,” Gofigan said, of the response she’s received from patients and staff regarding Language & Cultural Services at MGH&FC. On the cover: Joyce Vipond, occupational therapist at MGH&FC’s Rehabilitation Services, works with pediatric patient Perlita Hernandez-Ramirez.

Rehab Services treats patients of all ages for a wide variety of diagnoses, including orthopedic musculoskeletal conditions, neurological diseases, vertigo, sports injuries, pediatric developmental delays, speech and language problems and swallowing issues. It also provides treatment for post Labor and Industry (L&I) injury, post motor vehicle accidents, and teaches balance and fall prevention. In the past year, outpatient pediatric visits increased 72 percent, from an average of 90 patient visits a month to currently 154 visits.

– Cover and inside photos by Cooper Studios, Shelton.

condition, surgery, or injury can be sepsis – a complication caused by the body’s overwhelming and life-threatening response to an infection, which can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death.

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently launched an effort to create public awareness about sepsis, because according to a 2011 CDC study, cases of sepsis across the country are rising. They attribute this to better diagnoses that are identifying more cases, and to an aging population and a rise in antibiotic resistance due to overuse.

According to the CDC, infections are easy to contract when germs enter the human body and begin to multiply. The most common kinds of infections which lead to sepsis are pneumonia, urinary tract or gut infections, staphylococcus aureus (staph), Escherichia coli (E. coil), and some types of Streptococcus (strep).

Even something as shallow as a skin scratch can lead to an infection if not properly cleaned and treated, and infections that are ignored or undiscovered can lead to sepsis. Although the most common groups developing sepsis are people over age 65 and those under the age of one, as well as those with chronic health conditions or weakened immune systems, anyone can develop sepsis – and knowing the signs can save a life.

There is no single symptom to identify sepsis, but a combination of symptoms that can include diarrhea, vomiting, or a sore throat.

Sepsis symptoms are sometimes mistaken for the flu, which can delay a patient’s diagnosis, so it is important to also watch for one or more of the following signs: 1) Shivering, fever, or very cold 2) Extreme pain or discomfort 3) Clammy or sweaty skin 4) Confusion or disorientation 5) Shortness of breath/rapid breathing 6) A rapid heart rate The Sepsis Alliance suggests that a patient who suspects sepsis can ask the question, “Could it be sepsis?”, or just say, “I’m worried about sepsis.”

In addition to knowing the signs of sepsis, take precautions to prevent sepsis, which is always caused by an infection. Preventing infection is the best way to avoid sepsis.

Precautions include: 1) Frequent hand washing 2) Proper cleaning and care of wounds 3) Avoiding the unnecessary use of antibiotics Continued on page 5…

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quality Hoodsport Family Clinic puts “Patients First” with new improvements Recently, there have been many changes at MGH Hoodsport Family Clinic (HFC), allowing the staff to offer improved quality care. New staff members have been added, along with a Healthy Heart Program that helps providers stay on top of a patient’s cardiac health issues.

Clinic Manager Rosa Gonzalez, who also manages the MGH Surgery and MGH Eye Clinics, joined the staff at HFC in December, already familiar with the Clinic and its operations.

“I knew the Hoodsport Family Clinic because many of its patients were referred to the Surgery Clinic,” said Rosa. She added that she is enjoying the challenge of helping to make operations at the Clinic run smoothly by implementing changaes to improve work flow and communications.

Hilary Walker, ARNP, is the veteran provider at Hoodsport Family Clinic, with just over two years on staff. She said she appreciates both the construction and operational This includes the phone number to changes she has witnessed over the Washington the past two State Quit Line, years.

access to nicotine patches, and emotional support.

“Everyone is going with the flow,” said Hilary, “and Rosa is helping to implement some positive changes.

With the addition of the Healthy Heart Program, changes to exam rooms, more space to do our work, and changes in the flow of communication between providers to better track patients’ needs, the Clinic is becoming more efficient to better serve our population,” she said. “And the staff really works well as a team, which has created a positive and supportive clinic culture.” Hilary also noted that one of the best things about the Clinic’s location is that it serves both permanent residents and retirees who come only for

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the summer. HFC is a convenient option for snowbirds, as people with the proper insurance can be served from any area.

“We try to balance the care they receive at home with the care they receive here, and they really MGH Hoodsport Family Clinic staff - Hilary Walker, ARNP; Amanda appreciate the quality of Dickson, receptionist; Linda Cook, CMA; Michelle Souza, CMA; Rosa care we offer,” Hilary said. Gonzalez, office manager; and Donna Horton, nursing student.

“And if a patient cannot be properly treated at HFC, we can provide an rate at which blood flows into and out of appropriate referral to a specialist.” the heart.

In addition to Rosa, new staff members include Linda Cook, CMA; Michelle Souza, CMA; and Amanda Dickson, receptionist. Linda and Amanda are responsible for the Healthy Heart Program and work together to answer patient questions, provide free blood pressure checks and inspections of patients’ personal blood pressure cuffs, and give education on how to maintain a healthy blood pressure.

The program also informs patients about the risks of smoking, and provides resources to help them stop smoking if they decide they want to quit. This includes the phone number to the Washington State Quit Line, access to nicotine patches, and emotional support. The staff said they referred six people to these resources in the month of January alone.

The clinical staff said the program is a result of training they received from David Stipe of Qualis, a non-profit health management organization based in Seattle, that sends trainers to clinics all over the State to teach staff members how to improve their patients’ blood pressure numbers.

“Any time a smoker comes in for an appointment, we ask them, ‘Are you ready to quit?’ It’s a part of the standard of care here,” said Amanda.

Besides knowing how to take blood pressure properly, which, said Amanda, “should always be done when at rest,” a low dose of aspirin for patients 55 years and over should be taken daily to help reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, and colon cancer.

“The blood pressure goal for the average person is to get their numbers below 140/90, and since implementing the Healthy Heart Program, our populations’ numbers are getting lower,” said Linda, adding that hypertension numbers are fairly standard for most people.

High is 140/90 or above, and 120/80 is considered perfect. These numbers reflect the

“If you want to live longer, you need to reduce your blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

Listen to your provider, get an annual physical, and do what your provider tells you to do,” said Linda.

The women on staff said they are always available to answer patients’ questions or take their blood pressure without an appointment, adding that local fire stations will also take people’s blood pressure for free.

Hoodsport Family Clinic operates Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed for lunch from 12 to 1 p.m.). A limited number of same-day appointments are available for urgent needs. For more information, contact Hoodsport Family Clinic at (360) 432-7781.

community General Surgeon Phil Bilderback Joins MGH&FC Last fall, MGH&FC welcomed General Surgeon Phil Bilderback, M.D., who joins John E. Clayton, D.O., at the MGH Surgery Clinic and the Surgery Department at Mason General Hospital.

Dr. Bilderback is a native to the Pacific Northwest, having grown up just a few miles away in Port Orchard. He chose to have his practice here after earning a medical degree from University of Washington, Seattle, in 2010 and completing his residency in General Surgery at Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, in 2015. He went on to complete a Fellowship in bariatric, upper gastrointestinal and minimally invasive surgery from University of California San Francisco (UCSF) in 2016, and is boardcertified in General Surgery.

Phil Bilderback, M.D. Board Certified General Surgery

Dr. Bilderback has special interests in disorders of the stomach and esophagus, in breast and colon cancer surgeries, and in hernia and acute care surgical procedures. He is a valuable part of MGH&FC’s Mission, with his commitment to the delivery of care in a respectful, non-judgmental and inclusive environment for all patients.

Signs of Sepsis continued from page 3...

4) Receiving vaccinations for common infections such as pneumonia, especially if over 65 5) Seeking immediate medical attention if you have any suspicions While sepsis can’t always be prevented, many of its most troubling complications can be avoided by being pro-active and aware.

MGH&FC’s Patient Navigation Program expands to Grays Harbor Thanks to MGH&FC’s Patient Navigation Program, Grays Harbor Imaging (GHI) in Aberdeen recently launched its own Patient Navigation Program, to serve women who receive a breast cancer diagnosis or abnormal mammogram reading.

“The GHI program mirrors the program at MGH&FC, receiving its initial funding from grant dollars obtained by MGH&FC’s Patient Navigation Program from the Susan G. Komen Foundation,” said Karry Trout, BA, RT (R)(M), CN-BI, MGH&FC Patient Navigator.

Dawn Heckathorn, lead mammography technologist, is the Patient Navigator for the GHI program. “Our program will support all women in Grays Harbor County, specifically low income and uninsured women, and those who are hard to reach because they live in rural areas. It provides patient education as well as support and resources to newly-diagnosed breast cancer patients,” said Heckathorn.

“Dealing with breast cancer,” she added, “can leave a newly diagnosed patient feeling isolated and unsure of what to do next. The Patient Navigation Program allows patients to ask questions and receive support that a family member or friend may not be able to provide. In addition, the Navigator can help schedule appointments, locate resources, arrange transportation and walk the patient through each step of the treatment process.”

GHI’s program will be sharing MGH&FC’s Hispanic Outreach Coordinator Rosa Borja.

Rosa will provide outreach and translation services to the Hispanic women in Grays Harbor County. She will help guide these women from breast cancer screening to diagnosis with the support of the Patient Navigator. “The hope,” said Heckathorn, “is that Rosa will be able to mentor others in the Grays Harbor community to take her place and provide outreach with the local Hispanic community.”

Resources available to diagnosed patients include a Breast Cancer Survivor book and pamphlets from the Susan G. Komen Foundation and the American Cancer Society.

“The data online can be overwhelming, so having a focused response to patients can make it much less daunting,” said Heckathorn, adding that, “Patient Navigation programs focus on the many patients who survive breast cancer. I’m now meeting people who are up to 32-year breast cancer survivors,” Heckathorn said.

The Patient Navigation Program will host community events to inform Grays Harbor residents about this program, as well as provide free screening mammograms. The American Cancer Society has strongly reaffirmed that ‘mammograms save lives’.

For more information about MGH&FC’s Patient Navigation Program, call (360) 432-7706.

To contact the Grays Harbor Patient Navigation Program, call Dawn at (360) 533-0400.

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community Looking to Volunteer at MGH&FC? It is great and rewarding to volunteer at MGH&FC. A number of adult and junior volunteer opportunities are available for individuals who would like to offer their time and help unite the community.

Junior Volunteers Must be at least 15 years old with an overall 2.5 grade point average.

Complete a Junior Volunteer application, disclosure statement and criminal background check.

Provide a copy of high school transcript and immunization record.

Adult Volunteers Complete a Volunteer application, disclosure statement and criminal background check.

Set up an interview with the Volunteer Coordinator and complete a Volunteer Orientation.

If born after 1965, bring immunization record showing two Measles, Mumps, and Rubella vaccinations.

Applications are available online at www.masongeneral.com/ community/volunteering, or by contacting Volunteer Coordinator Lonnie Hatman by phone at (360) 427-4621, or by email at lhatman@masongeneral.com. Return completed application to the Volunteer Office.

Administrative Offices Office Assistant: Filing, copying, assisting with specific projects, and general office duties.

Patient Companions Providing companionship and compassion to patients in an acute care setting.

Gift Shop Serving as retail sales staff for MGH Foundation’s Auxiliary Gift Shop.

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Students and adults may also Job Shadow a department or staff member at MGH&FC as part of their career aspirations. Contact the Volunteer Coordinator for details.

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Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics Volunteer Positions Business Office Office Assistant: Filing, copying, and assisting with general office duties.

North Information Desk Customer Service: Greeting the public, guiding patients to Registration, coffee hostess/host, and providing general information.

South Information Desk Customer Service: Greeting the public, assisting families with information regarding inpatient surgeries, coffee hostess/host, and providing general information.

Medical/Surgical/Pediatrics (MSP) Unit Supplies: Stocking patient rooms with supplies.

Office Assistant: Copying, assembling chart packets and teaching materials, updating patient welcome books, and general support for the unit secretary.

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Some of the members of MGH&FC’s team, Scrambled Legs and Achin’, recently gathered for a team photo prior to participating in Seattle’s “Big Climb” at the Columbia Center in March. The building rises 69 floors, and takes 1,311 steps to reach the highly-acclaimed observation deck (end of the climb). The Washington/Alaska Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) hosts the annual fundraising event.

Pictured front row (l-r) - Alma Cation, MVWH receptionist; Cheryl Woods, PT, Rehabilitation Services director; Madisen Striplin, Registration specialist; Melinda Fisher, Pre-Registration specialist; and Kristen Sage, team co-captain, Clinical Informatics analyst. Middle row (l-r) - Erika Feitz, DPT, Rehabilitation Services; Sandra Putvin, IP/EH/Safety assistant; and Shannon Barnhart, Registration director. Back row (l-r) Keith Schmidt, PT, Rehabilitation Services; Tyler Dunnington, Rehabilitation Services office assistant; Vincent Morini, Rehabilitation Services office assistant; and Jeffrey Frisse, PT, Rehabilitation Services.

giving Gift Shop funds Auxiliary’s passion for scholarships

MGH&FC Gift Shop Manager Sue Glenn helps customer, Doralyn Legarde find the perfect scarf for her son’s wedding.

Around the corner from the South Main

Entrance Reception desk at Mason General Hospital is a hidden jewel. The ‘Gift Shop’ operated by volunteers from MGH&FC and MGH Foundation’s Auxiliary, a chapter of MGH Foundation, carries a variety of merchandise including Seahawk-themed hats and vests, women’s scarves, pajamas, slippers, and accessories. The shop is 100 percent staffed by volunteers who all have a passion for the shop’s purpose, which is to provide scholarships for students and employees either entering or expanding their studies in the field of health care.

“Because our store is operated by volunteers, we can carry quality items for a bargain price, and all proceeds, after expenses, go towards our Scholarship Program,” said Sue Glenn, president of the MGH Auxiliary, and Gift Shop Manager.

Since 1968, the Auxiliary has provided health care scholarships. One previous scholarship recipient, Mozell Snider, is now a CT Technologist at MGH&FC. She received a scholarship from the Auxiliary in 1987 for her academic record, participation in sports, and goal of becoming a Radiology Technologist, which she achieved at Bellevue College.

Later, she was able to pass the National Registry to become a Registered Radiology Technologist.

“As a mother of two college students, I know the struggles of financial aid, housing costs, and buying books. Any time a group of people can come together to assist

young minds in pursuit of their “Because our store department store at the dreams, I am all for it. Every mall, but at Auxiliary Gift is operated by little bit helps,” said Snider. they can be confident volunteers, we can Shop, their purchases are helping High School students from carry quality items a great cause.

Shelton, Choice and Mary M. for a bargain price. ” Knight High schools are eligible Glenn said that plans are to apply, as well as MGH&FC underway to make the employees and members of the general Gift Shop even more appealing, and that public who are entering the health care field. customers should watch for their Christmas in July event, which will begin Monday, July The number of scholarships and amount of awards varies. Glenn went on to say students 10, 2017 and run through the end of July. are eligible to reapply each year for the entire To volunteer see page 6. Scholarship length of their education program. applications are available at high school career centers, at the Gift Shop, or from HR. As the manager, Glenn is able to share This year’s deadline to apply is Friday, her expertise and can give customers the March 31. same good service they would receive in a CMYK

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giving 2017 ‘Tour de Mason Lake’ Annual Bike Ride for Karen Hilburn Cancer Fund

Karen Hilburn gives the “Welcome” to the riders before starting the scenic “Tour de Mason Lake 2016”. - Photo by Shawna Whelan Photography

The 3rd Annual Tour de Mason Lake – a Karen Hilburn Breast & Cervical Cancer Fund

(KHBCCF) event – is set for Saturday June 10, 2017. Check-in is at 7:45 a.m. in the parking lot of El Puerto de Angeles (across from Shelton McDonald’s) and the Event starts from there at 8:30 a.m. The cost is $40 per person. The course is either a 20, 32 or 44-mile circuit around Mason Lake with medium rolling hills through beautifully scenic, rural Mason County. Water and snacks will be available at the 20-mile mark. Olympic Mountain Ice Cream for all participants, and a cold beer for each adult rider will be served at the finish line at El Puerto de Angeles.

All proceeds support the Karen Hilburn Breast & Cervical Cancer Fund that helps uninsured and underinsured Mason County women with the cost of breast and cervical cancer diagnoses and treatment. KHBCCF is a chapter of the Mason General Hospital Foundation.

Register for Tour de Mason Lake online at Active.com. Event sponsors include El Puerto de Angeles, Anytime Fitness, Black Star, Hood Canal Communications, Olympic Mountain Ice Cream, and McCarty & Associates “a marketing firm”.

New Years’ Baby On January 1, 1964 Leon Longan, a local chef, had the honor of being the 1964 New Year’s Baby born at Shelton Hospital (which later became known as Mason General Hospital in 1968). And now his grandson, Angus Ryan Connell has the similar distinction as the 2017 New Year’s Baby for Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics.

“I am really happy they share the same birthday,” said Angus’ mother, Amanda. “Grandpa is pretty proud to have that honor to share.” Angus was born at 4:10 p.m. on Sunday, January 1 to Amanda and Tommy Connell and joins two sisters, ages 8 and 3. He weighed 8 lbs. 12 oz. and was 20.5 inches long. Before leaving The Birth Center at MGH&FC, the staff presented the Connell family with a large basket filled with many gifts to help celebrate the birth.

MGH Foundation contributors memorialized

Memorial contributions made to MGH Foundation

Mason General Hospital Foundation would like to acknowledge

Mason General Hospital Foundation has received generous

former contributors. Listed below are supporters, now deceased, the Foundation would like to recognize for their past support of our mission and work in the community. Please join us in acknowledging their support of the Foundation during their lifetimes.

Cheryl Brownfield

Virginia R. Fadden

Clayton Phythian

Joan Christensen

Pamela Fleming

Curtis Preston

Ann Goldback

Sandra Robertson

Leah Irwin

Ed Stout

George Kaszycki

David A. Waite

Ace LeGault

John Warren

Gene R. McKinnon

Norman Zimmerschied

Billie M. Cothran Dianne Dawley Nan Deffenbaugh Robert L. Dunlap 8 S C O P E

William D. Neal

donations in memory of the individuals listed below. Donors and memorialized individuals listed in this report reflect contributions made to the Foundation between October 28, 2016 and January 25, 2017, Roger & Linda Hoff In Memory of:­ Joanne Nutt

John & Kathy Gartland In Memory of: J’Anne Wagner

Marian Eveleth In Memory of: J’Anne Wagner

Patricia Gregg In Memory of: Charles C. Gregg

Please be advised that every effort has been made to ensure the integrity of this listing. If we have inadvertently omitted any names, please accept our apologies and most sincere thanks for your generosity and continued support of Mason General Hospital Foundation.

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giving Fantasy Forest – A Benefit for MGH&FC engages community and raises funds for defibrillators This year’s Fantasy Forest event, held in November at the beautiful Alderbrook Resort & Spa, raised $65,000 to go toward the purchase of eight Zoll R Series Defibrillators for MGH&FC. Dr. Mark Schlauderaff, internal medicine, made the Fund-An-Item appeal during the Gala and Live Auction. He focused on the importance of the defibrillators and how they meet MGH&FC’s Mission Statement of putting “Patients First.”

“Several significant contributions were made prior to the Gala that helped push us over our goal,” commented Jen Capps, chief development and communication officer at MGH&FC. “Donations included gifts made at the door during the open houses, special Fund-An-Item appeals solicited by Foundation Board members during the ticketed events, MGH&FC’s Education Department, and our Title Co-Sponsor, Little Creek Casino Resort via their community appeal campaign.” Little Creek Casino Resort’s community campaign yielded $4,180 in donations from donors who contributed $5 to the foundation. “I want to thank everyone who supported Fantasy Forest this year,” added Capps. “This wouldn’t have been such a success without such a caring and sharing community.”

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Jack Stark receives Foundations’s 2016 Flame Award Jack Stark, retired Shelton High

School teacher and successful head football coach, received the 2016 Flame Award during Mason General Hospital Foundation’s Annual Fantasy Forest Gala and Live Auction in November. Each year, MGH Foundation awards an Jack and Judy Stark outstanding individual from the community who demonstrates strong support of the Foundation and of MGH&FC. Co-sponsor of the award was Sierra Pacific Industries & Foundation.

Jack has been a tireless volunteer and philanthropist of MGH Foundation for many years. His greatest involvement over the past 21 years has been on the Foundation’s golf fundraising committee and serving for nearly two decades as chair on the Annual Quality Care Golf Tournament. Over the years, Jack has been a supporter of MGH&FC in many ways. At one time he was a product spokesman for MGH&FC’s Emergency Department (ED) during a Hospital bond campaign. Jack attributes the ED’s efficiency and knowledgeable staff to saving his life after he suffered a heart attack. At the time he stated, “I wouldn’t be alive today if it weren’t for our wonderful ED staff.” His wife, Judy has also been active in the Foundation over the years, and was a founding member and past president of the Sherwood Guild, a chapter of MGH Foundation.

Save the date…

November

14 – 18, 2017

Fantasy Forest 2017 at the beautiful Alderbrook Resort & Spa in Union.

If you do not wish to receive future fundraising requests to support the Foundation, please email us at foundation@masongeneral.com. As an alternative, you may call our local number (360) 427-3623 or the toll free number (855) 880-3201 ext. 28084 and leave a message identifying yourself, stating you no longer want to receive fundraising requests. We will honor your request not to receive any Mason General Hospital Foundation fundraising communications from us after the date we receive your decision.

Please make a gift to MGHF! Use the enclosed envelope to make your tax-deductible donation to help support MGHF. To make a secure donation online go to www.MasonGeneral.com.

MGH Foundation’s Forever Fund

By Jennifer Capps, Chief Development and Communication Officer

One of the simplest ways to provide an enduring gift of support to Mason General Hospital Foundation is through your Will. By including the Foundation and the Forever Fund in your estate plans, you can designate some of your assets to the Foundation after your lifetime. At that time, the asset(s) you specify can be allocated to us, and your estate may be able to take a charitable deduction for the amount of your bequest, possibly reducing income and estate taxes payable.

How to name Mason General Hospital Foundation in your Will If you choose to include Mason General Hospital Foundation in your Will or other estate plan, we should be named as: Mason General Hospital Foundation, Post Office Box 1668, Shelton, WA 98584.

Our tax identification number is 91-1529293.

Mason General Hospital Foundation would be pleased to work with you and/or your financial or tax advisor to establish the planned gift(s) most appropriate for you to achieve your financial planning goals.

Our communication with you about planned giving is strictly confidential and without obligation to you. For more information, please call (360) 427-3622 or send an email to jcapps@masongeneral.com.

Our Mission Mason General Hospital Foundation furthers the mission of Public Hospital District No. 1 of Mason County by providing financial support to Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics.

Long-term stress weakens immunity A meta-analysis of nearly 300 studies published in 2004 found a significant association between stress and the immune response.

When stressed for a few minutes, subjects tended to show a response by general, first-responder immune cells. For any long-term stress, even lasting only a few days, all aspects of immunity were significantly reduced.

Even more vulnerable to weakened immunity were subjects who were older or already sick. Other studies have found weakened immunity in persons with low levels of social support or suffering from chronic, mild depression.

[SOURCE: American Psychological Association, “Stress weakens the immune system,” February 23, 2006]

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“Quality Care Open” Golf Tournament Friday, June 23, 2017 Alderbrook Golf & Yacht Club. All proceeds benefit MGH&FC. For more information call (360) 427-3623 or go to www.MasonGeneral.com S C O P E 11

news briefs

John E. Clayton, D.O. Board Certified General Surgery

Douglas Dightman, M.D. Board Certified Family Medicine

Michael Keep, M.D. Board Certified Family Medicine

...The staff of more than 100 physicians – active, courtesy, and consulting – with privileges at Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics, recently re-elected its medical officers and appointed its Chiefs of Service for 2017.

The officers include: Chief of Staff John E. Clayton, D.O., board-certified in general surgery; Assistant Chief of Staff Douglas Dightman, M.D., board-certified in family medicine; and past Chief of Staff Michael Keep, M.D., board-certified in family medicine.

The 2017 Clinical Chief of Services are: Anesthesia – Deborah A. Hartley, CRNA; Medicine – Douglas F. Lindahl, D.O.; Emergency Services – Joseph Hoffman, M.D.; Infant and Children’s Services – Binod Tuladhar, M.D.; Laboratory Services – Nisreen Fidda, M.D.; Nutritional Services – Douglas F. Lindahl, D.O.; Obstetrics/Gynecology – Alford Vassall, Jr., M.D.; Respiratory Therapy – Douglas F. Lindahl, D.O.; Surgery – Stephen Ou, D.O., and Radiology – Kevin J. Roscoe, M.D.

...Public Hospital District No.1, the governing body of Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics recently announced its officers on the Board of Commissioners for 2017. Don Wilson, Potlatch, was elected chair of the Don Wilson three-person Board; Nancy Trucksess, Chair, P.H.D. No. 1 Shelton, is secretary; and Scott Hilburn, Shelton, is a trustee.

classes/workshops “Living Well With Diabetes” class in April A two-day class in diabetes self-management.

When: Tuesday and Wednesday, April 4 & 5, 2017 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Where: Pershing Meeting Room at MGH. Registration: Pre-requisite: diabetes education and advance registration is required by calling (360) 426-1611, ext. 28941 (from Allyn (360) 275-8614, ext. 28941).

Note: There is a fee for this class, however, diabetes education is a covered service under most insurance plans.

First Aid/CPR/AED course in April, May, June

Class size is limited to 16 persons, and an early, non-refundable registration fee of $35 (exact cash or check) is required to cover the cost of books and materials.

The classes are open to the entire community and a Spanish interpreter can be made available upon request. Comfortable clothing is recommended.

When: Thursday evening classes on April 13, May 11, and June 8 from 5 to 9 p.m.

Where: MGH&FC Learning Center, next to McDonald’s on Olympic Highway N. Registration: Advance registration is required at least 10 days prior to each scheduled class by calling the Learning Center at (360) 427-3609.

2017 Cancer Wellness Workshops MGH&FC and Harmony Hill Retreat Center continue to offer a series of Cancer

Wellness Workshops until August 2017. Classes meet every second Wednesday of the month from 3 to 5:30 p.m. in the Pershing Meeting Room at MGH. Featuring various topics and speakers, the Cancer Wellness program is free and open to anyone with a cancer diagnosis, those in survivorship, their companions, and caregivers. Facilitated by Harmony Hill Faculty member Melissa Layer, the workshops aim to help individuals feel a sense of control in their lives. By building confidence and emotional strength, you’ll learn how to respond to stress and develop new skills for healing. Classes include supportive group discussions, journaling, gentle movement and creative arts to promote self-care and positive change.

...Tom DiDonna, R.N., MSN, DHSc, director of education at MGH&FC, was recently named chairperson on South Puget Sound Community College’s School of Nursing Advisory Committee. The position runs from January 2017 to January 2018.

Workshop schedule

...Debbie McGinnis, R.N., BSN, certified diabetes educator, is now the Diabetes Wellness Center Program Coordinator at MGH&FC. Debbie is highly qualified, with eight years’ experience as a Diabetes Nurse Educator, and 28 years of varied nursing experience. She will be overseeing diabetes education patient services and coordinating the Shelton and Allyn Diabetes Support Groups and Living Well With Diabetes classes. She takes over for Sue Barwick, R.N., BSN, Certified Diabetes Educator, who retired in January after 43 years of excellent service at MGH&FC.

April 12: Tools for the Journey/Care for the Caregiver - Consider ways to nurture yourself to feel more strength and wholeness (for both patient and caregiver).

May 10: The Healing Art of Collage - Use the playful process of collage-making to give visual expression to the healing wisdom within us.

June 14: Taming Stress and Emotional Distress - Identify your personal stressors and explore new ways to access resilience.

July 12: Gentle Movement - Learn mindful movement and breath awareness practices to increase energy and calm and decrease tension and anxiety.

August 9: Closing Circle Celebration - Review what we have learned and share gratitude.

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Early registration for the Cancer Wellness Program is advised, as space is limited.

To register or for more information, call (360) 432-7706.

We’d like to publicly thank our medical providers in honor of their service to MGH&FC in observance of

Doctor’s Day

March 30th We put patients first.

Anesthesiology v Robert Anderson, CRNA v JoVanna Eisenbarth, CRNA v Deborah A. Hartley, CRNA v Brent Wise, CRNA Cardiology Philip W. Berger, D.O. v William P. Brennan, M.D. James F. Clifton, M.D. William A. Gavin, M.D. J. Gregg Julin, M.D. Richard P. Kennedy, M.D. Qiang Li, M.D. Harton S. Smith, M.D. John W. Waggoner, M.D. Robert S. Wark, M.D. v Craig J. Wehrli, M.D. v Scott Werden, M.D. Christopher L. Wolfe, M.D.

Thank you for all you do!

Emergency Medicine v Roy G. Belville, M.D. v Carola E. Bonfante, M.D. v Dean E. Gushee, M.D. v John W. Hautala, M.D. v Joseph R. Hoffman, M.D. v Marc Reiswig, M.D. v John P. Short, M.D. v Mary Colleen Tran, D.O. Family Practice v Christine Anderegg, PA-C v Lucinda Boudreau, PA-C v Lisa Dell, PA-C v Douglas Dightman, M.D. v KC Graham, PA-C v Katie Hackney, PA-C v Rebecca Hendryx, M.D. v Sara Holt-Knox, ARNP v Dianna Kaiser, ARNP v Michael Keep, M.D. v Andrew Kwon, M.D. v Allen L. Millard, III, M.D. v Jennifer Nelson, ARNP

v With office hours in Shelton

v Christopher W. Penoyar, D.O. v Tony Pham, D.O. v Resa Shaner, PA-C v James Stauffer, PA-C v Angela Tobias, M.D. v Hilary Walker, ARNP v Timothy J. Weber, M.D. Gastroenterology Harpreet S. Brar, M.D. Kathryne A. Wagner, M.D. Meimin Xie, M.D. Kristine Zhang, M.D. General Surgery v Phillip Bilderback, M.D. v John Clayton, D.O. David M. Deitz, M.D. David F. Tollefson, M.D. William Williard, M.D. Todd Woltman, M.D. Hospitalists v Thordur S. Agustsson, M.D. v David Anderson, M.D. CMYK v Edward Gacek, M.D. v Douglas F. Lindahl, D.O. v Thomas Prieskorn, PA-C v Jaeckyung Song, M.D.

Internal Medicine v Mark L. Schlauderaff, M.D. v In Kyu Yoo, M.D. Obstetrics & Gynecology v Mercedes Goebel, M.D. v Carley A. Jacobs, PA-C v Andrea Martin, M.D. v Alford N. Vassall, Jr., M.D. Oncology Maury Blitman, M.D. Ronald S. Goldberg, M.D. Steven J. Gorton, M.D. Harry S. Griffith, III, M.D. Michael Harris, M.D. v Min Kang, M.D. James J. Lechner, M.D. Paul A. Robertson, M.D. Xiang Sui, M.D. Hui Wang, M.D. v Linli Xuan, M.D. v Joseph Ye, M.D. Ophthalmology v Jenni Aaseby, O.D. v Monica Vuong, M.D. Orthopedic Surgery v Chuck Anderegg, PA-C v Michael Henry, M.D. v Stephen Ou, D.O.

Pathology Kathi Adamson, M.D. Francois Cady, M.D. Dominique Coco, M.D. Nisreen Fidda, M.D. Jeffrey Freed, M.D. Elizabeth Kehr, M.D. Kevin B. Long, M.D. Jay M. Odell, M.D. Eric Weppler, D.O., FCAP Richard Whitten, M.D. Pediatrics v David Myers, M.D. v Therese Pizanti, ARNP v Rose Ann Rayos, M.D. v Binod Tuladhar, M.D. Podiatric Medicine Terrence E. Hess, D.P.M. v John V. Rice, D.P.M. v James A. Wright, D.P.M. Pulmonology Robert L. Huck, M.D. Austin C. Lampert, M.D. Richard Redman, M.D.

Radiology v Afshin K. Afarin, M.D. v Tariq Balawi, M.D. v John Bartow, D.O. v Lawrence N. Bennett, M.D. v James G. Bonifield, M.D. v Samuel Boynton, M.D. Alireza Bozorgmanesh, M.D. v Terrence Chan, M.D. v David Danielson, D.O. v Gurdarshan G. S. Dhanda, M.D. v John Edwards, M.D. v Jack Fields, M.D. v Sarah Foster, M.D., MBBS v Mamta Gupta, M.D. v Peter Hu, M.D. Mihai F. lancu, M.D. v Mitchell Kok, M.D. v Michael V. Krasnokufsky, M.D. v Thomas J. Luetkehans, M.D. v Joel T. McFarland, M.D. v David P. Miller, M.D. David B. Mitchell, M.D. v Tremont V. Parrino, M.D. v Colin Poon, M.D. PMS M.D. PMS v Kevin Roscoe, 7540 2757 v Charles Hao Shen, M.D. v Navneet K. Singha, M.D. v David Stagnone, M.D. v Andrew R. Taylor, M.D. v Ian D. Timms, M.D. v Evert-Jan Verschuyl, M.D. v Zachary A. Winter, M.D. Listing effective March 1, 2017

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John E. Clayton, D.O. Douglas Dightman, M.D. MGH Medical MGH Medical Chief-of-Staff Asst. Chief-of-Staff

Michael Keep, M.D. MGH Medical Past Chief-of-Staff

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Mason General Hospital 901 Mountain View Drive, PO Box 1668, Shelton, WA 98584 (360) 426-1611, from Allyn (360) 275-8614 Toll free (855) 880-3201 • TTY/TDD (360) 427-9593 www.MasonGeneral.com Equal Opportunity Provider • Free Translation Services Provided Se habla español • Approved by the Joint Commission MGH&FC complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

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hola Equipo de terapia derriba barreras, maximiza el potencial Tan pronto como Perlita Hernández-Ramírez

escucha música tocar, la niña alegre de 5 años comienza a bailar y cantar con sus terapeutas en el Departamento de Servicios de Rehabilitación del HGM. Hasta hace poco, nada de esto había sido posible para la pequeña Perlita.

“No estaba haciendo nada de esto hace un año,” dijo su Terapeuta Ocupacional Joyce Vipond, OTR/L. Una lesión cerebral durante su infancia le causó a la niña sufrir retrocesos severos del desarrollo en sus habilidades cognitivas y psicomotrices. Estos retrocesos le dejaron sin la capacidad de sentarse por sí sola, ni agarrar nada con sus manos ni siquiera mover la cabeza de un lado al otro. Antes de su lesión, la nena Perlita había estado desarrollando normalmente. Pero en cuanto sufrió una lesión a los 9 meses de edad, de repente Perlita volvió inmóvil y dependía de una sonda para alimentación. A su madre le habían dicho que anticipara que el potencial para que Perlita mejorara sería muy limitado durante el resto de su vida.

“Dijeron que nunca podría caminar, ni hablar ni siquiera alimentarse,” recordó su madre, Florentina Hernández. “Dijeron que no iba a progresar.” Después de cinco años de terapia física, ocupacional y de hablar intensiva, ha comenzado a progresar a pasos agigantados; ahora ella puede caminar, pedir sus juguetes, está aprendiendo a alimentarse – y ahora está empezando a bailar y cantar.

El avance más grande en la rehabilitación de Perlita vino cuando sus terapeutas comenzaron a aprovechar su actividad emocional y social mientras que trabajaban en su desarrollo.

“La actividad emocional le anima a querer interaccionar con su ambiente y le permite esforzar sus habilidades,” Vipond dijo. “Aprendía

PEl «equipo del HGM» de Perlita disfruta de un momento con la valiente niña de 5 años. Las terapeutas son Fisioterapeuta Erika Feitz, DPT; Terapista Ocupacional Joyce Vipond, OTR/L; Florentina Hernandez, la madre de Perlita; Intérprete Médica Certificada Rosa Borja; (en frente) Patólogo de Lenguaje Julie Balazs, CCC-SLP; y Perlita.

que usar sus manos en comunicación y movimiento podría ser algo poderoso para ella, y esto llegó a ser motivador. Le daba incentivo para progresar.” Los demás miembros del equipo terapéutico de Perlita en HGM consisten en Patóloga de Lenguaje y el Hablar Julie Balazs, CCC-SLP; y Fisioterapeuta Erika Feitz, DPT.

Tener Borja in-situ ha facilitado eficazmente a la comunicación y la interacción entre Perlita, su familia y sus terapeutas. Le ha permitido al equipo a enseñarle a la familia de Perlita los conceptos abstractos de cómo practicar las técnicas de rehabilitación necesarias con Perlita en casa en una base regular entre las sesiones.

Cuanto progreso que los niños con lesiones cerebrales pueden lograr también depende de la dedicación de sus familias. Porque la madre de Perlita es originalmente de Oaxaca, México, y habla más español que inglés, HGM proporciona servicios lingüísticos en persona a través de Rosa Borja, una intérprete médica certificada. “Ella es una intérprete muy buena y es muy buena gente,” dijo Sra. Hernández.

“Una hora por semana de fisioterapia, terapia ocupacional y la terapia de hablar no es suficiente para lograr el progreso,” Vipond dijo, del esfuerzo que Perlita y su familia tenían que invertir en su rehabilitación. Los terapeutas han estado enseñando y simulando la conciencia corporal, el balance, caminar, la comunicación y cómo alimentarse, entre otras habilidades. “Su lesión inicial le impactó al potencial (de Perlita) para su crecimiento y cambio, pero porque ella ha tenido terapia eficaz y capacitación paterna, estamos maximizando a su potencial,” Vipond agregó.

“Rosa ha sido clave,” Vipond dijo. “Tener a una intérprete ‘en-persona’ ha hecho una diferencia enorme – sobre todo con respecto al sistema sensorial y a la comunicación.”

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“Perlita está esforzándose mucho, también,” dijo su madre. “No es fácil.” Sra. Hernández valora el tratamiento dedicado y eficaz que recibe su hija de los médicos en Oakland Bay Pediatrics y el Hospital General de Mason. “Este lugar es excelente porque hablan con los niños, sonríen y juegan con ellos – y todo esto ayuda,” dijo ella. Pero por su parte, Sra. Hernández cree que el progreso reciente en el desarrollo de su hija ha sido nada menos que un milagro. “Voy a la iglesia y oro con todo el corazón porque creo en los doctores y creo en Dios,” Hernández dijo.

El ejercicio estructurado ayuda con la EAP Se ha encontrado que un programa estructurado de ejercicio es uno de los tratamientos más eficaces para la enfermedad arterial periférica (EAP) y claudicación intermitente–dolor o malestar en la pantorrilla, el muslo o nalga durante la actividad física.

A los pacientes con síntomas de claudicación intermitente les avisa que caminen en una rueda de andar hasta que experimenten un dolor leve o moderado. Cuando se resuelva el dolor, el sujeto comience a caminar hasta que el dolor vuelva.

Ahora tienen 3 maneras de pagar su cuenta en MGH&FC

Al completar el programa de capacitación supervisado, al paciente le da una receta para continuar con el ejercicio en casa como una actividad para toda la vida.

[RECURSO: Naomi K. Hamburg and Gary J. Balady, “La rehabilitación de ejercicio en la enfermedad arterial periférica,” Circulación, 4 de enero, 2011]

Tratamiento clave para limitar el daño El glaucoma, una enfermedad ocular que afecta al nervio óptico, puede causar pérdida de visión si no se trata. Aunque el daño hecho por el glaucoma no se puede deshacer, sí se puede reducir la velocidad o prevenir por seguir a un plan de tratamiento individualizado.

La mayoría de las personas diagnosticadas con el glaucoma necesitan usar colirios diariamente. Se estima que 50 por ciento de aquellos con glaucoma no siguen su receta. Incumplirlo puede permitir que la presión ocular suba, una condición que puede llevar a una pérdida de visión. Si usted está diagnosticado con glaucoma es esencial cumplir con su plan de tratamiento como si su vista dependiera de ello, porque así es el caso. Los síntomas de glaucoma de ángulo abierto, el tipo más común, no son obvios hasta tarde en el curso de la enfermedad cuando alguna pérdida de visión ya ha ocurrido. Las pruebas regulares con la pupila dilatada son claves para asegurar que se protegiera su visión en su vida más adelante.

[RECURSO: “Datos sobre Glaucoma,” National Eye Institute, NIH, 2016]

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En MGH&FC, queremos que usted tenga suficiente cobertura. Así que antes de registrase para un plan de salud, favor de comunicarse con Susana Lopez, Supervisora del Proyecto, al (360) 432-7766.

¿ Preguntas ? ¿Está preocupado acerca de su seguro de salud a través de Healthplanfinder? Hay muchas preguntas que contestar con respecto a los requisitos del seguro de salud de hoy.

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Para más información visite a: www.MasonGeneral.com y haga clic en Healthplanfinder.

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Editor: McCarty & Associates, Inc. “a marketing firm” Business Office: Office hours: 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. • Free translations services • Located at Gateway Center, 2505 Olympic Hwy N., Suite 460, (360) 427-9547 Mason General Hospital: Located at: 901 Mtn. View Drive, PO Box 1668, Shelton, WA 98584-5001 • (360) 426-1611, from Allyn (360) 275-8614, Toll free (855) 880-3201, TTY/TDD (360) 427-9593 • Serving the medical needs of Mason County since 1968 • Accredited by The Joint Commission • Free Translation Services Provided. Se habla español • Equal Opportunity CMYK Provider • MGH&FC complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

Visiting hours: 8 a.m. – 8:30 p.m., daily • Intensive Care Unit (ICU) visiting hours: special hours on a patient-by-patient basis, call for Unit hours • The Birth Center Quiet Hours: 1 - 3 p.m. daily. Please, no visitors at this time. • Laboratory: Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m. - noon. No appointment necessary. • Main (South) Entrance open Monday - Friday, 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. Weekends and holidays, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. • Emergency Department (North) Entrance and ED lobby open 24/7.

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