Health & Wellness Directory 2020

2020

Health & Wellness Directory Find your provider by

❖ Specialty or treatment ❖ Hospital or clinic ❖ Physician’s name A comprehensive guide to physicians and healthcare providers serving the Illinois Valley

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IVCH Physicians are Accepting New Patients

LASALLE

Peru Primary Care Clinic 920 West St., Bldg. B, lower level Phone: 815-223-9214 Mark Fernandez, MD Anju Patel, MD Michelle Vasquez, MD

Hygienic Institute 2970 Chartres St., Lasalle, IL 61301 Phone: 815-223-0196 Kara Fess, MD Jamie Bond, FNP Lena Beale, APN

Illinois Valley Orthopedics 920 West St., Suite 211 Phone: 815-223-2143 Robert Mitchell, DO Connor Kasik, DO Debra Pyszka, PA-C Catherine Renk, PA-C Jordan Rivett, PA-C

LaSalle Medical Clinic 128 Bucklin St. Phone: 815-220-7170 Ricardo Calderon, MD Elizabeth Stuart, FNP

Pediatric Psychologist: Ginger Brainard, PhD

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Oglesby/Utica Medical Clinics 520 West Walnut St., Oglesby 2937 N. IL Route 178, Utica Phone: 815-883-3588 Kelly DeBoer, MD, David O’Donnell, DO Patricia Blackburn, PA-C Britnae Lewis, FNP

PERU

Peru Medical Clinic 920 West St., Suite 117 Phone: 815-223-3500 Mario Cote, MD, FACP Todd Kuzma, PA-C

IVCH CareToday Walk-in Clinic Located next to the lllinois Valley YMCA Phone: 815-780-3855 Hours: Weekdays 9 a.m.– 5 p.m.

Weekends and most holidays 10 a.m.– 4 p.m.

IVCH ENT and Allergy Center 920 West St., Bldg. B, lower level Phone: 815-223-4400 Jennifer Sangston, AuD Angela Vezzetti, PA-C Maher Younes, MD

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needs during this pandemic.

Sanitizing measures, social distancing and mask requirements are practiced at all of our clinics.

You may continue to see your healthcare provider in person, or if appropriate, you may schedule a telehealth visit via your computer or mobile device. Contact us today.

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IVCH Occupational Health 925 West St., (inside IVCH), lower level Phone: 815-780-3202 Deb Tostovarsnik, APN IVCH Sleep Medicine Clinic 925 West St., (inside IVCH), lower level Phone: 815-223-4400 Ioannis Karkatzounis, MD Women’s HealthCare Center 920 West St., Bldg. B Phone: 815-223-2944 OB/GYN Physicians: Ilan Bornstein, MD Anna Bida-Dudan, MD

Dana Hoffman, DNP, CNM Barbara Tieman, CNM, FNP Brittany Lange, CNM Jacqueline Ma, DNP, CNM IVCH Wound and Hyperbaric Center 1403 6th St. Phone: 815-780-3834 Thomas Curry, MD Nicholas Vogelsang, DPM Jay Rosenberg, MD

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Reduce Your Risk of Another Heart Attack or Stroke

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Practical Tips for Caregivers Facing a Pandemic

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ALLERGY TESTING IVCH ENT & Allergy Center 920 West St. Bldg. B (lower level) Peru, IL 61354 815-780-223-4400 ALZHEIMERS CARE Manor Court of Peru 3230 Becker Dr. Peru, IL 61354 815-224-2200 libertyvillageofperu.com AQUATIC THERAPY Illinois Valley YMCA 300 Walnut Dr. Peru, IL 61354 815-223-7904 ivymca.com ASSISTED LIVING Liberty Village of Peru 1101 31st St. Peru, IL 61354 815-224-2200 libertyvillageofperu.com AUDIOLOGIST AudiTorri Associates Bernard Torri Don Lamb 2741 N Columbus St., Ottawa 1921 4th St., Peru 815-434-4748 auditorriassociates.com Beth Wallace, MS, CCC-A Audiologist Elizabeth Koch, AuD, CCC-A Audiologist St. Margaret’s Ear, Nose & Throat Center 4040 Progress Blvd.

Peru, IL 61354 815-224-3040 Jennifer Sangston, Au.D. IVCH ENT & Allergy Center 920 West St., Bldg. B (lower level) Peru, IL 61354 815-223-4400 Theos Audiology Solutions 2200 Marquette Rd., Ste. 115 Peru, IL 61354 815-223-1100 CHIROPRACTORS Advanced Chiropractic 1104 Peoria St. Peru, IL 61354 815-224-4450 Ryan J. Smith, DC advancedchiroperu.com Marty Chiropractic 1310 N, IL-251 Lostant, IL 61334 (815) 368-3421 Dr. Eric W. Anderson Dr. Rhonda Marty-Anderson www.martychiropractic.net

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CLINICS Hygienic Institute 2970 Chartres St. LaSalle, IL 61301 Kara Fess, MD Jamie Bond, FNP Lena Beale, FNP Psychologist: Ginger Brainard, PHD 815-223-0196

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IVCH Counseling Clinic Kevin McLendon, LCPC, DAPA 920 West St., Bldg. B Peru, IL 61354 815-780-3696 North Central Behavioral Health Systems 2960 Chartres St. LaSalle, IL 61301 815-224-1610 NCBHS.org DENTISTS Dr. William White 225 Gooding St. LaSalle, IL 61301 815-224-1865 EAR, NOSE & THROAT OTOLARYNGOLOGY Dale Chilson, DO, FAOCO Board Certified St. Margaret’s Ear, Nose & Throat Center 4040 Progress Blvd.

Peru, IL 61354 815-224-3040 Angela Vezzeg, PA-C IVCH ENT & Allergy Center 920 West St., Bldg. B (lower level) Peru, IL 61354 815-223-4400 Maher Younes, MD Board Certified IVCH ENT & Allergy Center 920 West St., Bldg. B (lower level) Peru, IL 61354 815-780-223-4400 EXERCISE/PHYSICAL FITNESS Illinois Valley YMCA 300 Walnut Dr. Peru, IL 61354 815-223-7904 ivymca.com

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Reduce Your Risk of Another Heart Attack or Stroke

COVID-19 pandemic highlights importance of maintaining healthy routines

(Family Features) After a heart attack or stroke, as many as 1 in 4 survivors will have another one. However, lifestyle changes and working closely with your doctor to manage your health may minimize the risk of a repeat event. Sticking to secondary prevention routines - by eating healthy, being active and taking medications as prescribed - is important as cases of COVID-19 increase.

“A heart attack or stroke is a very scary experience, and people try to avoid revisiting that difficult time,” said neurologist Lee Schwamm, MD, chair of the American Stroke Association and professor of neurology at Harvard Medical School “Unfortunately, the risk of a repeat stroke is high, and lifestyle changes to reduce a person’s risk are almost always necessary to reduce those odds.”

Up to 80% of second clot-related strokes and heart attacks may be prevented by making healthy choices.

Consider these tips from the American Stroke Association’s secondary heart attack and stroke prevention initiative, sponsored nationally by Bayer.

Blood Pressure: Work with your doctor to ensure you’re maintaining a healthy blood pressure level below 130/80. High blood pressure is both a leading cause and major risk factor for stroke and heart attack.

Cholesterol: Medication and healthy lifestyle habits can help keep high cholesterol in check.

Blood Sugar: Having diabetes, which is caused by high blood sugar, more than doubles your risk of stroke. Some people have diabetes and don’t know it until a medical emergency happens.

Medications: If you are prescribed medications for high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes, make sure you take them as prescribed. If you had a clot-related stroke or a heart attack, your doctor may recommend aspirin to help prevent another event.

Aspirin is not appropriate for everyone, so talk to your doctor before beginning an aspirin regimen.

Smoking: If you smoke, stop. Smoking increases the risk of stroke and heart attack because it damages blood vessels,

Know the Warning Signs for Strokes and Heart Attacks Even as COVID-19 cases strain emergency medicine, experts say calling 9-1-1 is still the best way to access life-saving treatments for people who are experiencing heart attack or stroke symptoms.

Heart attacks and strokes are medical emergencies. If someone is experiencing stroke or heart attack symptoms, he or she should call 9-1-1. Emergency medical responders can assess symptoms, begin treatment in the ambulance and transport the patient to the most appropriate hospital, if necessary.

Hospitals have plans in place to keep potentially contagious patients away from others and keep surfaces clean. Calling 9-1-1 and activating Emergency Medical Services (EMS) ensures you have the best possible chance to beat a heart attack or stroke. EMS can begin treatment in the ambulance and take you to the hospital best suited to care for you in an emergency.

which can lead to blockages.

Physical Activity: Being physically active at least 30 minutes a day, most days of the week or 150 minutes per week is recommended by the American Stroke Association.

Even as COVID-19 cases strain emergency medicine, calling 9-1-1 still provides access to life-saving treatments for people experiencing medical emergencies like heart attacks or strokes.

Emergency medical responders can assess symptoms, begin treatment and transport the patient to the most appropriate hospital, if necessary.

STROKE WARNING SIGNS CAN BE REMEMBERED USING THE ACRONYM F.A.S.T.: F - Face drooping A - Arm weakness S - Speech difficulty T - Time to call 9-1-1

HEART ATTACK WARNING SIGNS INCLUDE: • Chest discomfort.

• Discomfort in other areas of the upper body such as one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach.

• Shortness of breath.

• Breaking out in a cold sweat • Nausea • Lightheadedness

Based on current information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it appears people 65 and older and people of any age with underlying medical conditions, such as heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes, are more likely to be infected and develop more severe symptoms. Stroke survivors may face increased risk for complications if they get COVID-19.

Find more resources to help manage your risk at stroke.org/oneisenough. #15098 Source: American Stroke Association

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FAMILY MEDICINE WITH OBSTETRICS Michelle Vasquez, MD Board Certified Peru Primary Care Clinic 920 West St., Bldg. B (lower level) Peru, IL 61354 815-223-9214 FAMILY/PRIMARY MEDICINE Shawn Bailey, MD Board Certified St. Margaret’s Granville Clinic 309 South McCoy St. Granville, IL 61326 815-339-6245 Lena Beale, FNP Hygienic Institute 2970 Chartres St. LaSalle, IL 61301 815-223-0196 Alejandro (Alex) B. Bernal, MD Board Certified St. Margaret’s Midtown Health Center 1650 Midtown Rd. Peru, IL 61354 815-223-4550 Patricia Blackburn, PA-C IVCH Oglesby/Utica Medical Clinic 520 West Walnut St. Oglesby, IL 61348 815-883-3588 2937 N. IL Rte 178 Utica, IL 61373 815-667-4277 Jamie Bond, FNP Hygienic Institute 2970 Chartres St. LaSalle, IL 61301 815-223-0196 Ricardo Calderon, MD Board Certified LaSalle Medical Clinic 128 Bucklin St. LaSalle IL 61301 815-220-7170 Kelly DeBoer, MD Board Certified IVCH Oglesby/Utica Medical Clinic 520 West Walnut St. Oglesby, IL 61348 815-883-3588 2937 N. IL Rte. 178 Utica, IL 61373 815-667-4277 Kara Fess, MD Board Certified Hygienic Institute 2970 Chartres St. LaSalle, IL 61301 815-223-0196

Fazal A. Khan, MD Board Certified St. Margaret’s Family Health Center 415 E. Second Street Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-664-2367

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Joel Leifheit, MD 920 West Street, Ste. 111 Peru, IL 61354 815-223-4273 Britnae Lewis, FNP IVCH Oglesby/Utica Medical Clinic 520 West Walnut St. Oglesby, IL 61348 815-883-3588 2937 N. IL Rte. 178 Utica, IL 61373 815-667-4277

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Travis Swink, DO Board Certified St. Margaret’s Center for Family Health 1916 North Main St. Princeton, IL 61356 815-664-0605 St. Margaret’s Henry Clinic 528 Edward St. Henry IL, 61357 815-664-0605 Andrew Zidow, MD Board Certified St. Margaret’s Midtown Health Center 1650 Midtown Rd. Peru, IL 61354 815-220-1122 FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER/ PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT Elizabeth Birkey, CNM, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC St. Margaret’s Center for Family Health 1916 North Main St. Princeton, IL 61356 815-664-0515 Keith Christensen, FNP-BC Catherine Hopp, APN, FNP-BC Tiffany Shinnick, FNP-BC Kelly Phelps, FNP-C Michelle Lehn, FNP-C St. Margaret’s Midtown Health Center 1650 Midtown Rd. Peru, IL 61354 815-223-6843 Karen Eggers, RN, FNP-BC St. Margaret’s Family Health Center 415 East Second St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-663-2190 Angella Greenwood, FNP-BC St. Margaret’s Granville Clinic 309 South McCoy St. Granville, IL 61326 815-339-6245 Debbie Herz, RN, FNP-BC St. Margaret’s Midtown Health Center 1650 Midtown Rd. Peru, IL 61354 815-223-2808 Laura Oberholz, FNP-BC St. Margaret’s Oglesby Clinic 790 West Walnut St. Oglesby, IL 61348 815-883-2700 Taylor Vipond, DNP-BC St. Margaret’s Family Health Center 415 E. Second St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-664-2366

Tamara Workman, PA-C Jennifer Gutshall, PA-C Pamela Hansen, PA-C St. Margaret’s Center for Family Health 1916 North Main St. Princeton, IL 61356 815-915-8748 HEARING CARE Beth Wallace, MS, CCC-A Audiologist Elizabeth Koch, AuD, CCC-A Audiologist St. Margaret’s Ear, Nose & Throat Center 4040 Progress Blvd.

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Practical Tips for Caregivers Facing a Pandemic (Family Features) Whether your role as a caregiver has you looking out for an elderly relative, children or both, chances are good that you’ve worried about how the COVID-19 pandemic may continue to affect your ability to provide necessary care.

Following the most up to date guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is the first step for caregivers who are looking after loved ones. As caregivers continue to adjust during the pandemic, keep these considerations in mind: • Contact health care providers to obtain extra necessary medications and stock up on over-the-counter drugs.

• Monitor needed medical supplies related to a loved one’s condition or treatments (oxygen, incontinence, dialysis, wound care, etc.) and common supplies such as tissues and cough syrup.

• Those with a loved one in a long-term care facility should inquire about any positive COVID-19 cases in the facility, testing procedures for the residents and staff members and be aware of the facility’s protocol if there is an outbreak or positive tests among residents and staff.

THESE ADDITIONAL TIPS CAN HELP CAREGIVERS REDUCE THE PANDEMIC’S IMPACT: Make backup plans. Most caregivers have plans in place for temporary assistance when things go awry, but COVID-19 is putting many of those short-term solutions to the test. It’s a good time to pull in additional resources so you have extra help waiting if someone you’re counting on falls ill or can’t fill in as planned. A meal delivery

service may be a good option if grocery shopping and meal preparation continue to be affected.

Reduce exposure. Those who take care of loved ones in their homes or are regular care providers to family members and friends have concerns about exposing this vulnerable group to the virus.

Many long-term care facilities have changed their visitation policies. You might be able to visit a loved one through a window, via a balcony or through video chat. It’s also important to minimize time spent out in the community where you could unknowingly contract the virus and pass it to a vulnerable loved one.

Shop smart. Because supermarkets and stores with goods identified as “essential” are still bustling with people, it’s important to minimize extra trips and wear a mask

when in public. If possible, drop groceries and essentials at the door or arrange for delivery. In addition, some major pharmacies, where AARP members get special benefits on health, wellness and beauty purchases, have introduced special shopping hours for seniors and drivethru shopping options to minimize person-to-person contact.

Reschedule wellness appointments. Not only are doctor’s offices short on resources, a waiting room can be filled with germs that may cause illness. Try to arrange for telephone or video-based appointments when possible and cancel any appointments that aren’t urgently necessary.

Keep germs away. Thorough handwashing with soap and water is critical. In addition to washing hands after eating and using the restroom, anyone entering and leaving

the house should wash his or her hands. Also wipe down high-touch surfaces like doorknobs, remotes and phone keypads.

Combat boredom. Despite the good intentions of staying away, social isolation can be a real concern for seniors.

Practicing social distancing is important for their health, but you can help keep them engaged by increasing phone, video and online interaction, and encouraging family and friends to do the same.

If your loved one doesn’t already have a cell phone, contract-free plans are available with free activation and special rates for senior users.

Many long-term care facilities also offer social distancing activities for residents.

Find more resources for caregivers at aarp.org/save. #15183 Source: AARP Services, Inc.

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Thaw Tun, MD Board Certified St. Margaret’s Henry Clinic 528 Edwards St. Henry, IL 61537 309-364-3088 St. Margaret’s Spring Valley Clinic 1302 North Greenwood St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-664-4308 INTERNAL MEDICINE/ PEDIATRICS Mark Fernandez, MD Board Certified IVCH Primary Care Clinic 920 West St., Bldg. B (lower level) Peru, IL 61354 815-223-9214

Louis R. Lukancic, MD Board Certified St. Margaret’s Family Health Center 415 E. Second St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-664-1595 Robert Morrow, MD Board Certified St. Margaret’s Family Health Center 415 E. Second St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-664-2365 MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES Family Home Medical Equipment 1319 4th St. Peru, IL 61354 815-220-1682 St. Margaret’s Home Medical Equipment & Supplies 416 East Dakota St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-664-4663 NEUROLOGY Angela Benavides, MD Board Certified St. Margaret’s Neurology Center 1412 Midtown Rd. Peru, IL 61354 815-220-2693 Edward W. Pegg III, MD Board Certified St. Margaret’s Neurology Center 1412 Midtown Rd. Peru, IL 61354 815-220-2693 NURSE MIDWIFE Dana Hoffman, DNP, CNM Women’s Health Care Center at IVCH 920 West St., Building B Peru, IL 61354 815-223-2944 Brittany Lange, CNM Women’s Health Care Center at IVCH 920 West St., Building B Peru, IL 61354 815-223-2944 Jacqueline Ma, DNP, CNM Women’s Health Care Center at IVCH 920 West St., Building B Peru, IL 61354 815-223-2944 Barbara Tieman, CNM Women’s Health Care Center at IVCH 920 West St., Building B Peru, IL 61354 815-223-2944

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Manor Court of Peru 3230 Becker Dr. Peru, IL 61354 815-224-2200 libertyvillageofperu.com OBSTETRICS/GYNECOLOGY Anna Bida-Dudun, MD Women’s Health Care Center at IVCH 920 West St., Building B Peru, IL 61354 815-223-2944 Ilan Bornstein, MD Board Certified Women’s Health Care Center at IVCH 920 West St., Bldg. B Peru, IL 61354 815-223-2944 Jennifer Maschmann, MD Board Certified St. Margaret’s Hazel Marie Boyle Women’s Health Center 600 E. First St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-663-2300 Norah Toraason, MD Board Certified St. Margaret’s Hazel Marie Boyle Women’s Health Center 600 E. First St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-663-2300 Craig Whatcott, MD Board Certified St. Margaret’s Hazel Marie Boyle Women’s Health Center 600 E. First St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-663-2300 OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE Robert Koogler, MD, MPH Board Certified St. Margaret’s Midtown Health Center 1650 Midtown Rd. Peru, IL 61354 815-220-0075

GET YOUR HEAD ON STRAIGHT Dr. Smith

practices the latest

State-ofthe-Art

ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY Lacey Carls, PA-C St. Margaret’s Family Orthopedic Center 600 E. First St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-663-8009

Chiropractic techniques.

Ryan J. Smith, D.C. Doctor of Chiropractic

Rachel Colby, PA-C St. Margaret’s Valley Orthopedics & Sports Medicine 600 E. First St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-664-5343 Connor Kasik, DO Board Certified Illinois Valley Orthopedics 920 West St., Suite 211 Peru, IL 61354 815-223-2143 Carrie Lopez, PA-C St. Margaret’s Family Orthopedic Center 600 E. First St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-663-8009

1104 Peoria Street, Peru ATLAS ORTHOGONAL ACTIVATOR TECHNIQUE www.advancedchiroperu.com

(815) 224-4450

Dr. William M. White Family Dentistry • New patients • Emergency visits welcome • Cosmetic veneers All forms of Insurance accepted

Call today for your appointment

815-224-1865

225 Gooding St., LaSalle

SM-LA1811808

Robert Mitchell, DO Board Certified Illinois Valley Orthopedics 920 West St., Suite 211 Peru, IL 61354 815-223-2143 Paul Perona, MD Board Certified & Fellowship Trained St. Margaret’s Family Orthopedic Center 600 E. First St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-663-8009

Kendra L. Theodosopoulos, Au.D., CCC-A Doctor of Audiology

Debra Pyszka, PA-C Catherine Renk, PA-C Jordan Rivett, PA-C Illinois Valley Orthopedics 920 West St., Suite 211 Peru, IL 61354 815-223-2143 Michael Shin, MD; Board Certified & Fellowship Trained St. Margaret’s Valley Orthopedics & Sports Medicine 600 E. First St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-664-5343

Audiological Evaluations Tinnitus Evaluations Hearing Aids/Repairs 2200 Marquette Rd Ste 115, Peru • (815) 223-1100 • theosaudiology.com

For Better Health and Wellness

- Pediatric Care - Family Wellness -

Dr. Eric Anderson & Dr. Rhonda M arty-Anderson

- Geriatric Care - Sports / Fitness -

815-368-3421 • Lostant

Corner of Route 18 & 251 • Exit 41 on Interstate 39

SM-LA1813336

Heartland Health Care Center 1650 Old Indian Town Rd. Henry, IL 61537 309-364-3905 www.heartland-manorcare. com/HENRY

OPTOMETRY IVCH Occupational Health Dept.

925 West St. (inside IVCH) 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays Peru IL 61354 815-780-3202

QUALITY CHIROPRACTIC CARE

NURSING HOME Greenfield 508 Park Ave East Princeton, IL 61356 815-872-2261 greenfieldhome.org

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Kayla Vowels, FNP St. Margaret’s Valley Orthopedics & Sports Medicine 600 E. First St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-664-5343 PEDIATRICS Anju Patel, MD IVCH Primary Care Clinic 920 West St. Peru, IL 61354 815-223-9214 POPULATION HEALTH MANAGEMENT Christine Hermosillo, NP-C St. Margaret’s Hospital 600 East First St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-664-7520 C. Nelle Barnes, FNP-C St. Margaret’s Hospital 600 East First St. Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-664-1320

REHAB SERVICES IVCH Center for Physical Rehabilitation and Aquatics 310 Walnut St. Peru, IL 61354 (next to Illinois Valley YMCA) 815-780-3509

SLEEP MEDICINE Ioannis Karkatzounis, MD Board Certified IVCH Sleep Medicine Clinic 925 West St. (Inside IVCH lower level) Peru, IL 61354 815-223-4400

Liberty Village of Peru 3230 Becker Dr. Peru, IL 61354 815-224-2200 libertyvillageofperu.com

TRUST SERVICES Hometown National Bank 260 Bucklin, LaSalle 815-223-7300 4141 Venture Dr, Peru, IL 61354 815-223-6714 myhtnb.com

St. Margaret’s Center for Physical Rehab 1430 Midtown Rd. Peru, IL 61354 815-223-8600 SENIOR SERVICES Bureau County Senior Center 16 W. Marion St., Princeton, IL 61356 815- 879-391 bcseniorcenter.com Mendota Area Senior Services 1901 Tom Merwin Dr. Mendota, IL 61342 815-539-7700 mendotaarraseniorservices.org

WALK-IN CLINICS IVCH CareToday (for when your doctor is unavailable/ x-rays available) 310 Walnut St., Peru, IL 61354 (next to the Illinois Valley Y) Open 9 a.m. -5 p.m. weekdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 815-780-3855

St. Margaret’s Midtown Health Center (for non-emergent injuries and illnesses) 1650 Midtown Rd. Peru, IL 61354 Open 8 AM - 9 PM on Weekdays 9 AM-1 PM on Weekends/Holidays 815-223-6843 St. Margaret’s Center for Family Health (for non-emergent injuries and illnesses) 1916 North Main St. Princeton, IL 61356 Open 8 AM – 9 PM on Weekdays 9 AM – 2 PM on Saturdays 815-915-8748 WOUND CARE IVCH Wound and Hyperbaric Center 1403 6th St. Peru, IL 61354 815-780-3834

We’re more than just a Gym Define

Your Fitness Goals.

300 Walnut St., Peru

815-223-7904

FREE Group Exercise!

Complete Aquatic Center

Route 251, Mendota

815-538-2900 www.ivymca.com

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The Cost of Living with IBD (Family Features) A diagnosis like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) means lifestyle changes throughout every aspect of life, including financially. IBD has many direct costs of care, like clinic visits, radiology studies, procedures and medications. There are also indirect costs such as missed work or school.

There are resources that can help IBD patients manage the financial impact of the disease, many of which depend on the patient’s stage of life. For example, young adults transitioning into the workforce and off their parents’ insurance may find their needs quite different from older adults who are approaching Medicare eligibility.

YOUNG ADULTS Evaluate your IBD needs and select an affordable insurance plan. When you turn 26, you age out of your parents’ health insurance plan. Your options may include enrolling in a plan sponsored by your employer or your spouse’s employer; purchasing a plan in the health insurance marketplace (you can enroll 60 days before you turn 26 and the timeframe ends 60 days after your birthday); purchasing insurance on the individual market; purchasing COBRA; or going on Medicaid, if eligible.

To decide what’s right for your situation, start by listing your current health care providers and health services. Review the insurance plan you are considering and check whether your current providers, medications and hospital are covered in the plan, and whether they are considered in-network (more cost-efficient) or out-of-network (higher out-of-pocket costs).

For assistance with your options, consider speaking with an insurance specialist or help center, such as the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s IBD Help Center, which can help you review available plans.

Participate in a savings program. If you have the option of participating in a Health Savings or Flexible Spending Account, these personal savings programs can help pay your out-of-pocket costs. You contribute a certain amount of untaxed money to the account each year, which can be used toward expenses like prescriptions, deductibles, copayments and coinsurance.

Enroll in manufacturer assistance programs. Depending on your specific circumstances, you may be eligible for assistance from your prescription manufacturers or lab testing companies. In addition to drug copay discount programs and pharmaceutical financial assistance programs, you might be able to access help to offset the cost of certain procedures.

Your health care provider or pharmacist may have information on available programs, or you can visit manufacturer websites and

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other resources like crohnscolitisfoundation. org/managingcosts.

OLDER ADULTS Purchase coordinated or supplemental Medicare insurance. As you approach the age of 65, you enter an enrollment period (3 months prior and 3 months after your birthday) when you are eligible to apply for Medicare. In addition to original Medicare, you have the option of purchasing additional insurance for added health care coverage and benefits, such as a Medicare Advantage Plan (Medicare Part C) or Medigap plan.

Enroll in federal and state savings programs.

If you have or are eligible for Medicare Part A, and if you have limited income and resources, your state Medicaid program can help determine whether you qualify for one of the Medicare Savings Programs.

State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIP programs) provide free one-on-one telephone counseling and advice services, personal face-to-face counseling sessions, public education programs and media presentations for assistance with Medicare programs (including Part D) and Medicaid.

The Medicare Extra Help Program is for Medicare Part D recipients and recipients of both Medicare and Medicaid who have limited income and resources to help pay for prescription drugs.

Investigate grants, foundations and other assistance programs. Additional assistance may be available through other foundations. Find resources to assist in planning your IBD medical expenses at crohnscolitisfoundation.org/ managingcosts. #15032 Source: Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation

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Super Foods for a Nutritious Diet (Family Features) The health community has long praised the benefits of vitamins and nutrients derived from natural sources. For those looking to improve their health or take preventative measures, these 10 natural super foods can be incorporated into your daily diet to help support your health: Green Tea - Armed with a special type of antioxidants called polyphenols, green tea can decrease plaque formed in the arteries and can fight prostate cancer.

Rosemary - Studies have shown this powerful spice can reduce the risk of stroke, as well as protect against Alzheimer’s disease.

Almonds - Full of plant sterols and amino acids, almonds can help lower high cholesterol and promote muscle growth. These handheld treats are also rich in vitamin E,

which can protect skin from sun damage.

Fatty Fish - Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fatty fish such as salmon, flounder and sardines can lower the risk of heart disease.

Bananas - This easy, portable snack is loaded with essential potassium, which regulates the nervous system. Bananas also offer loads of vitamin B-6, which aids immunity and metabolism.

Whole Grains - These powerful body defenders have been known to boost immunity, protect against various cancers and reduce cholesterol.

Eggs - These energy-packed breakfast favorites contain a special type of protein that helps build muscle strength more than other proteins.

When compared to other breakfast foods, eggs can also keep you feeling fuller longer with fewer calories and fat.

Spinach - Chock-full of magnesium, potassium and various vitamins and nutrients, spinach can prevent clogged arteries and protect against prostate and colon cancers.

Soy - This protein-packed food contains isoflavones, which can aid in treatment and prevention of prostate cancer. Also, research from the Food and Drug Administration shows that 25 grams per day can help lessen the risk of heart disease.

Dark Chocolate - Satisfy your sweet tooth and improve blood flow to the brain at the same time. Dark chocolate can also lower blood pressure and increase skin’s resistance to UV rays.

Find more health-conscious tips at eLivingToday.com. #13139 Source: eLivingToday.com

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ILLINOIS VALLEY ORTHOPEDICS at Illinois Valley Community Hospital

A Breath of Fresh Air Life is out there.

Go experience it—pain free.

Dr. Kasik and Dr. Mitchell of IVCH Orthopedics create an individualized treatment plan to help every patient get back to life free of joint or bone discomfort. This can include non-surgical and less invasive surgical solutions.

Schedule your consultation today!

Illinois Valley Orthopedics 920 West St. Suite 211, Peru (815) 223-2143 ivch.org/orthopedics

Dr. Connor Kasik Orthopedic Surgeon

Dr. Robert J. Mitchell Orthopedic Surgeon

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