Otsego Health & Life; Summer 2011

SUMMER 2011

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AND COUNTING PRIZE THOSE EYES FUTURE DOCS IN THE MAKING

FOODS THAT FIGHT FAT

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CONTENTS THE GOOD LIVING MAGAZINE FROM OTSEGO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

OTSEGO STAFF

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C L I N I C A L U P D AT E OMH welcomes local students A program allows high school kids to learn about medicine firsthand.

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BETTER CARE Prevent diabetes! 4 ways

CEO

THOMAS R. LEMON

PRESIDENT, BOARD OF DIRECTORS MARY SANDERS

MARKETING & FOUNDATION DIRECTOR CHRISTIE PERDUE

MARKETING COORDINATOR KIMBERLY RULEY

to safeguard against this dangerous condition.

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H E A LT H Y L I V I N G Prize those eyes Have you been

properly protecting your peepers?

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PROFILES IN CARING New faces at OMH Meet three

WAINSCOT STAFF EDITOR IN CHIEF RITA GUARNA

ASSOCIATE EDITOR KRISTIN COLELLA

physicians who will soon join our staff.

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ART PATRICE HORVATH

E AT S M A R T 7 fat-beaters These foods and drinks help your body burn fat more efficiently.

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HISTORY A milestone in care OMH

celebrates 60 years of ser vice.

Otsego Health & Life is published by Wainscot Media, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645, in association with Otsego Memorial Hospital. This is Volume 3, Issue 2. Š 2011 by Otsego Memorial Hospital. All rights reserved.

Material contained herein is intended for informational purposes only. If you have medical concerns, seek the guidance of a healthcare professional.

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CLINICAL UPDATE

OMH welcomes local students A PROGRAM ALLOWS HIGH SCHOOL KIDS TO LEARN ABOUT MEDICINE FIRSTHAND

WHEN CHILDREN ARE ASKED WHAT THEY WANT TO BE when they grow up, their list often includes a position in the medical field. At Otsego Memorial Hospital (OMH) in Gaylord, students from local high schools are offered the opportunity to begin the journey of turning their dreams into reality.

The Gaylord High School (GHS) Medical Occupations (Med Occ) program began approximately 20 years ago. At the time it was primarily a nursing program with only about 20 students enrolled, but today it includes rotations at OMH and enrolls more than 50 students each year.

The program is offered at no cost to the school or students, and presents an opportunity for OMH to provide an invaluable medical education to local students. OMH staff members spend time with each student in addition to their regular duties—a time investment of more than 1,000 hours per year.

“The Med Occ program is a great opportunity for students to explore a number of different career choices in healthcare, many of which

they might not have considered,” says Marilyn Record, Human Resources Coordinator at OMH. The program is open to upperclassmen from both GHS and Gaylord St. Mary High School. The first semester of the program is an observation period, which includes rotations through 12 different departments. From those experiences, students are asked to choose up to three areas of special interest to focus on during the second semester.

“We’re hoping to provide our students with an advantage over their peers when competing to get into specific college healthcare programs,” says Jeff Rokop, GHS Med Occ Program Advisor.

Over the past two years, 105 of OMH’s Advanced Medical Occupations students—100 percent—passed the difficult National Healthcare Foundation Skills Assessment. This is the highest percentage among the 172 Med Occ programs in Michigan. Only 40 percent of students statewide and nationally pass this assessment each year.

“Med Occ made me want to pursue a career in healthcare,” says medical student Megan Murphy, a 2003 GHS graduate and former Med Occ program participant. Murphy credits the program for sparking and increasing her interest in becoming an emergency room physician. Murphy completed clinical rotations at OMH this spring and enters residency this fall. “If you have the dedication and are willing to work hard, a career in medicine is an option for everyone,” she says. ■

“WE’RE HOPING TO PROVIDE OUR STUDENTS WITH AN ADVANTAGE OVER THEIR PEERS”

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Robert Mee, D.O., of OMH

Family Practice discusses a patient’s chart and test results with medical student Megan Murphy, a former participant in the Gaylord High School Medical Occupations (Med Occ) program. Tyler Wise, a high school senior and current Med Occ student, prepares ultrasound cream for the physical therapy department during his rotation in the pharmacy at OMH.

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better care

prevent diabetes!

4 ways to safeguard against this dangerous condition

About 18 million Americans have type 2 diabetes mellitus, and their ranks are growing. At least 41 million more are “prediabetic”—that is, their blood-sugar levels are borderline high. You could be in this group without knowing it—but you can take steps to protect yourself, says Meena Murthy, M.D., Director of the Diabetes Care and Control Center at Saint Peter’s University Hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

Here’s the danger: Cells need glucose (sugar) for energy. When we eat, most carbohydrates are converted into glucose and rapidly absorbed by the bloodstream. A rise in blood sugar triggers the pancreas to release insulin, which transports glucose to cells. When there is too much sugar and the pancreas can’t make enough insulin to control it, the result is prediabetes, or insulin resistance. The pancreas eventually becomes exhausted, and if the progression is not halted, diabetes develops.

Diabetes symptoms include increased thirst, increased urination, weight

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loss and blurred vision. If the condition isn’t controlled, it can result in blindness, kidney failure, cardiovascular disease and lower extremity amputations.

Family history affects who develops diabetes, as does ethnicity; the condition is more prevalent among African-Americans, Hispanics, Asian-Americans and Native Americans. Other risk factors include obesity, an age of 65 or older and a sedentary lifestyle.

Still, there are things you can do to reduce your risk. Dr. Murthy recommends these steps:

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Lose weight and get more exercise.

A study by the National Institutes of Health showed that just 30 minutes a day of moderate physical activity, coupled with a 5 to 10 percent reduction in body weight, can lower your risk of developing type 2 diabetes by nearly 60 percent.

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Dr. Murthy notes that even walking a bit more each day can have an impact. “If someone can wear a pedometer and increase their steps by 500 a week—with an ultimate goal of 10,000 a day—it would be a tremendous help,” she says.

For extra motivation, you might try joining an organized walking group. “And swimming is an option for those who have joint pain,” Dr. Murthy adds. (If you’ve been sedentary, check with your doctor before starting an exercise regimen.)

Note, however, that the scale doesn’t always tell the whole story: “A patient can have a normal body weight, but when fat is centered in the abdominal area, that person may be at higher risk,” says Dr. Murthy.

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Choose high-quality carbs. Donuts and bagels are tempt-

ing, but such processed carbohydrates convert to blood sugar too quickly. This causes a spike and crash that can trigger more hunger and increased caloric intake. Better options are high-quality carbohydrates such as fruit, veggies and whole grains—especially those with a fiber content of 3 grams or more per serving. They are slower to metabolize and help stabilize blood sugar, causing you to feel fuller longer.

How much do you know about type 2 diabetes?

Mark e ach of these 10 statements “true” or “false”—then check your responses against the correct answers printed below.

1. C ardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in people with diabetes.

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2. B lindness is a common complication of poorly controlled diabetes.

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3. A person at risk for diabetes should avoid eating nuts.

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4. Almost everyone with diabetes has some noticeable symptom.

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5. A half-hour a day of aerobic exercise, with moderate weight loss, can halve your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

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6. Type 2 diabetes is now a threat to children as well as adults.

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7. D ue to advances in medicine, our children can be confident of living longer lives than those of today’s adults.

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8. C innamon can raise blood sugar levels.

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9. It’s impossible to have type 1 and type 2 diabetes at once.

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10. It can be OK for a person with diabetes to enjoy an occasional sweet treat, such as cookies or cake.

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Know your fats. Look for fats

high in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids as opposed to artery-clogging saturated fats and trans fats. Good sources are fish, nuts and oils such as olive, flaxseed and canola. But indulge on them sparingly, as they can raise your calorie count quickly.

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See your doctor. “Don’t wait

for diabetes,” advises Dr. Murthy. “Get checked to see if you have any indicators— especially if you’re at high risk.” Your doctor can perform a blood test to see whether you have a normal metabolism, prediabetes or diabetes. n

for more information or to schedule an appointment with Meri Jo Makarewicz, a Certified Diabetes Educator through the OMH Internal Medicine Practice, please call 989-731-7870 or visit us at myomh.org.

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Answers 1. True. Diabetes that is not properly controlled can result in high blood pressure and hardening of the arteries, which can lead to heart disease.

2. True. Diabetic retinopathy, a degeneration of the blood vessels in the retina, is a leading cause of blindness in adults.

3. False. A study in the Journal of the American Medical Association in 2002 showed that people who ate tree nuts and peanuts at least five times a week had a lower diabetes risk (and lower weight) than those who didn’t.

4. False. Some 30 to 50 percent of individuals with type 2 diabetes have no noticeable symptoms, according to Robert Rushakoff, M.D., associate clinical professor of medicine at the University of California, San Francisco.

5. True. One study showed that 30 minutes a day of moderate physical activity such as walking, along with a 5 to 10 percent reduction in body weight, reduced the risk of type 2 diabetes by 58 percent.

6. True. What used to be called adult-onset

diabetes is now developing at younger ages because of the obesity epidemic. It is now expected that one in three children in the U.S. will eventually become diabetic.

7. False. Because childhood obesity is sharply on the rise, our children may have shorter life spans than we do. By midcentury, say researchers in the New England Journal of Medicine, complications such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease and cancer could lower by two to five years today’s U.S. average life expectancy of 77.6 years.

8. False. Cinnamon sugar may indeed elevate levels of glucose in the blood, but Pakistani researchers have found that cinnamon alone can actually reduce them.

9. False. Studies suggest that a growing number of persons actually have this “double diabetes.” Doctors say that when some type 1 diabetics become overweight, they develop type 2 as well.

10. True. An occasional indulgence is fine, doctors say, as long as it’s small and you control overall consumption of foods that cause levels of blood sugar to spike.

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healthy living

prize those

eyes Have you been properly protecting your peepers?

By Janelle Yates

Windows to the soul? The eyes may be that, but they’re also a precious part of your good health. To guard your eyesight, get regular eye exams and “live a healthy life,” advises Emily Chew, M.D., deputy director of epidemiology and clinical applications at the National Eye Institute.

Staring at a computer screen Worry? No. No studies have proved that a long day in front of the monitor causes serious problems, says Jeffrey Anshel, O.D. (doctor of optometry), president of the Ocular Nutrition Society.

What to do: Lower your monitor—the widespread belief that it has to be at “eye level” is wrong, Dr. Anshel says. Position it so that your gaze is downward.

Your eyes won’t have to open so wide and you’ll blink more—a good thing, because blinking produces tears and prevents dry eyes.

Watching 3-D movies Worry? Maybe. Watching 3-D movies won’t harm your eyes, but it could offer a clue to existing eye problems. “Three-D images cannot be perceived without two functional eyes, and not everybody has them,” Dr. Anshel says. About 30 to 35 percent of the population struggles to keep their eyes working closely in tandem.

What to do: If your eyes get tired during a movie, or you develop a headache or nausea, “that’s an alarm,” Dr. Anshel says. Get your vision checked.

Reading on a Kindle, iPhone, iPad or other device Worry? Maybe. People tend to hold an electronic display closer than a book, Dr. Anshel says. “And the closer you hold something, the more you have to focus. That can lead to eyestrain.”

What to do: Of the currently available readers, choose a Kindle if you plan to read

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When trouble’s in sight The blossom images below show five ways your vision can be distorted by e ye conditions:

Macular degeneration What it is: Deterioration of the macula, which lets you to see details. Warning signs: Blurred central vision, sometimes with a blind spot. Straight lines may appear crooked. Who gets it: Smokers, the obese, women more often than men, and people with a family history of it. The condition is far more common among whites than blacks. But the greatest risk factor is age. Prevention: Stop smoking, lose excess weight and keep a balanced diet, with lots of green, leafy veggies and fish.

Glaucoma What it is: Damage to the optic nerve from fluid pressure. Warning signs: Glaucoma is painless and often “silent” until peripheral vision begins to erode. Tunnel vision is the ultimate outcome. Who gets it: African Americans, people over age 60, and those with a family history of the condition. Prevention: Cannot be prevented; early detection and treatment are critical.

Cataract What it is: Clouding of the lens of the eye. Warning signs: Dull or blurry vision, colors that seem faded, frequent eyeglass prescription changes, poor night sight.

Who gets it: People over 40—although it usually isn’t detected until age 60 or later. Surgery is the treatment. Prevention: Wear good sunglasses and a hat outdoors, quit smoking and eat a balanced diet.

Color blindness What it is: A lack of certain pigments in the nerve cells in the eye. Warning signs: Difficulty distinguishing red from green, or blue from yellow.

Who gets it: About 10 percent of men; few women. Prevention: None. It’s usually congenital.

Myopia What it is: Near-sightedness caused by the length of the eyeball or steepness of the cornea. Warning signs: Blurry distance vision. Who gets it: More than 40 percent of the population. Prevention: It usually can’t be prevented, but it can be corrected with lenses or surgery. Avoid aggravating the condition with too much close work.

outdoors, says the doctor, because it offers “reflective luminance” (the brighter your environment, the brighter the screen). “The iPad and a lot of phones have a glossy screen, so if you use them in bright light it’s harder to see,” he adds. And Dr. Anshel recommends holding your Kindle no closer than 16 inches away.

Skipping sunglasses Worry? Yes. “When we tell people to get some sun, we always tell them to wear sunglasses,” Dr. Anshel says. “Lots of studies show that ultraviolet light is a factor in cataracts.”

What to do: Buy good-quality glasses that provide UVA and UVB protection.

“About 99.9 percent of drugstore glasses don’t have good lenses,” the doctor says. He recommends a visit to an eyeglasses store or department store instead: “You’ve got to spend a few extra bucks.” When shopping for sunglasses, says Dr. Anshel, hold a pair at almost arm’s length and shift them left to right. If you see any “swimming” or distortion of the image, that’s a sign that the lenses are of so-so quality. Better yet, have your eye doctor check a pair’s quality with his or her instruments.

Rubbing your eyes while wearing contacts Worry? Probably not. “A little bit of rubbing is usually not a problem,” Dr. Anshel says.

What to do: “Do it lightly.” Also figure out what is making you rub your eyes.

“If they’re itching a lot, you may have an allergy. If they’re feeling gritty, they may be drying out. Rubbing could be a sign of a problem that needs to be resolved.”

Eat right for better sight

Which of these two changes are better for your eye health?

• Eat more carrots.

• Cut down on artificial sweeteners.

Surprisingly, it’s the second option. The critical nutrient in carrots is beta-carotene; this converts into vitamin A, which is good for your eyes.

But in the U.S., vitamin A deficiency is extremely rare, notes Jeffrey Anshel, O.D., president of the Ocular Nutrition Society. Consuming too much artificial sweetener, on the other hand, can be bad for your eyes. “It breaks down into a type of ethanol that is toxic to the mitochondria,” says Dr. Anshel. “Mitochondria are energy producers, and the rods and cones inside the retina have the highest percentage of mitochondria.” Consuming artificial sweeteners can ultimately reduce your ability to withstand bright light.

Wearing lots of eye makeup Worry? Maybe. Eye makeup can be a problem if it covers glands in the eyelids that produce essential oils, Dr. Anshel says. These oils become the front layer of your tears and prevent them from evaporating too quickly.

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profiles in caring

Welcoming New Faces to Otsego Memorial Hospital OTSegO MeMORIAL HOSpITAL HAS yOUR HeALTHCARe NeeDS COveReD OMH Medical Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Otsego Memorial Hospital would like to extend a warm welcome to Lori Burke, MD, and Jessica Kiley, MD. They join David W. Miner, MD, at the OMH Obstetrics & gynecology practice.

Lori Burke, MD Lori Burke, MD, received both her undergraduate and medical education at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.

She completed her residence at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak. She has had several pieces of research published and has delivered professional presentations on a wide range of topics including “gynecologic Issues of Adolescents with Down’s Syndrome, Autism, and Cerebral palsy”, “Maternal prompts to eat, Child Compliance, and Mother and Child Weight Status”, and “Fertility Sparing Management of Cervical Cancer”. She received several awards while attending school, including being named a galloway Resident by the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center for gynecology Oncology Service.

“What is most appealing to me about OB/gyN is that I can work with women in every stage of their lives. My goal is to be on the same level as my patients; ensuring they are comfortable with me to ask any and all questions they may have.”

Lori Burke, MD

OMH Medical Group General Surgery Otsego Memorial Hospital would like to extend a warm welcome to Dirk Bowman, MD, who joins John Moffat, MD, FACS, FRCS (C), and Troy Sargent, MD, FACS, at OMH general Surgery.

Dirk Bowman, MD Dirk Bowman, MD, received his undergraduate education in biology at the University of Akron in Akron, Ohio, and his medical education at the Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine in Rootstown, Ohio. He completed his categorical general surgery residency at the Akron City Hospital, SUMMA Health Systems, in Akron.

Through his residency program he has gained extensive general surgery experience including advanced laparoscopic experiences, and received his Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery (FLS) certification. He also has significant trauma, vascular, cariothoracic, colorectal, endocrine, and endoscopic experience.

“The quality of OMH as an organization, as well as the region, drew my attention, and I hope to create a relationship that is open, honest, and directed. I’m caring, loyal, and dedicated to my patients” Dirk Bowman, MD

Accepting new patients! Call (989) 731-7987

Jessica Kiley, MD Jessica Kiley, MD, received her undergraduate education at Michigan State University in east Lansing, and her medical education at the Saba University School of Medicine in Saba, Netherlands Antilles. She completed her residency at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing.

She has training in both low- and high-risk obstetrics, Maternal Fetal Medicine, Reproductive enocrinology with Infertility, Davinci Robotic surgery training, and supervised junior residents and medical students. She also delivered a Case presentation on Adolescent Behcets Disease.

Dr. Kiley was a qualifying Olympic gymnast in 1992, and has completed a Continental Divide trek through Rocky Mountain National park.

“I’m very laid back personality wise. My goal is to be as approachable, calming, and caring as I can for my patients.”

Jessica Kiley, MD

Accepting new patients! Call (989) 731-2105!

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In an effort to improve the services offered to you by the OMH Medical group, we’d like to let you know about the OMH Medical group patient portal, allowing you direct access to communicate with our staff and more – anytime, anywhere.

Services offered through the secure patient portal include appointment and prescription refill requests, limited access to your medical information and the ability to ask specific questions about your account status, as well as view and pay your bill online!

How to Sign Up: your information and privacy are extremely important to us and to ensure that you are the only person to have access to your account we ask that you: 1. Request the instructions needed to access the site in person at one of our physician offices.

2. Upon your request, you will be provided with an informational letter (which includes your pIN number needed for online registration) and an instruction sheet for using the portal.

3. Log on to myOMH.org. Click on the “patient portal” button and log in for the first time by clicking “Register” in the top left hand corner of the patient portal home page.

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eat smart

7 fat-beaters

Talk about the best of both worlds: Researchers have discovered that certain foods and drinks actually help your body burn fat more efficiently—so you can nibble and whittle your middle at the same time.

Here are 7 such items and their cl aims to fame:

1. What: Avocado Why: This fruit is another excellent source of

5. What: Olive oil Why: Olive oil is high in monounsatu-

abdominal fat–reducing monounsaturated fatty

rated fatty acids—a type of healthy fat

acids, which in a study reported in Diabetes

recently found to help shrink the

Care were shown to curb “central body fat

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distribution.” Avocados also boast beta-sitosterol,

accumulation of belly fat. Opt for extra-virgin, the least-processed

a plant-based fat that may lower cholesterol.

form of the oil, which contains the most antioxidants.

2. What: Green tea Why: This soothing brew contains epigal-

6. What:

Blueberries

locatechin gallate (EGCG), one of a group

Why: A recent University of Michi-

of antioxidants called catechins. Research

gan study suggests that the phyto-

indicates that catechins increase energy

chemicals in blueberries influence

expenditure and fat-burning, and may help

the genes that control how we

control weight. A 2007 review of research on

process glucose, thereby helping

the subject concluded that consuming five to six

our bodies store and burn fat

cups of green tea per day does indeed have

more effectively.

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metabolic benefits.

3. What: Oatmeal Why: High in fiber, oatmeal helps your body

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burn calories by boosting your metabolism. In 2008, a Penn State University weight-loss study reported that people whose diets were rich in whole grains lost sig-

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nificantly more abdominal fat than those who ate only refined grains.

The whole-grain group also had a big reduction in C-reactive protein

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7. What: Almonds Why: Researchers believe that

levels, a heart-disease marker.

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4. What: Chili peppers Why: They get their heat from a

barrier against fat. Besides

has been shown to suppress appetite and

lowering cholesterol and

boost metabolism. One Dutch study reported themselves as more satisfied when they consumed capsaicin half an hour before each meal.

fat in almonds and that the cell walls of the nuts may act as a

component called capsaicin, which

that subjects ate fewer calories and rated

the body may not fully absorb the

reducing the risk of heart

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history

a milestone in care OMH celebrates 60 years of service

Founded in 1951, Otsego Memorial Hospital (OMH) has always been committed to providing quality healthcare that meets the needs of its patients and the communities it serves. As the hospital marks 60 years of service this year, it’s taking time to reflect on its evolution and accomplishments through the decades.

In 60 years, OMH has grown from a county hospital to a small health system comprised of the main hospital, OMH Medical Group, Oncology & Infusion Therapy Center, N’Orthopedics, MedCare Walk-In Clinic and Montmorency Medical Clinic, which serves patients located in and around Lewiston. OMH also operates the Specialty Center located in Gaylord, which houses offices for providers making regular visits to the Gaylord area.

Over the past few years, both the main hospital and the OMH Medical Group have received awards for their hard work and dedication to innovations in healthcare. Most recently, the hospital was named to Hospital & Health Networks’ “Most Wired” list for its continuous implementation of the latest in healthcare information technology, and was identified as a best practice organization by Professional Research Consultants’ (PRC) 2010 National Patient Benchmarking Database for Patient Satisfaction.

Recent technological developments at OMH include the launch of a new website last April, myomh.org, designed with patients’ needs in mind. The OMH Medical Group has also developed an online patient

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portal, which gives patients easy access to scheduling appointments and requesting prescription refills.

The OMH Radiology Department underwent an exciting technology upgrade in 2010, and now provides digital mammography services and a 64-slice CT scanner with low-dose radiology technology.

“The images that we now have with OMH’s digital mammography equipment are the best in northern Michigan,” says Ryan Hoenicke, M.D., a diagnostic radiologist with Northern Imaging Associates.

OMH is also passionately committed to educating the surrounding community. As part of its ongoing Community Benefit program, the hospital hosts provider presentations on a variety of topics, which are open to the public free of charge. Presentations, as well as the hundreds of hours the staff spends with high school and college students interested in the field of medicine, are all part of OMH’s bigger vision: to be the champion for better health at all levels.

“Offering services outside of direct patient care is critical when trying to build healthy communities,” says Christie Perdue, Director of Marketing at OMH. “By providing education, support and training to the community, we’re helping them to be proactive in meeting their healthcare needs.”

OMH would like to thank the community for its continued support and patronage of their services, and looks forward to remaining a leader in healthcare in the years to come. n

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Otsego Memorial Hospital Foundation Quarterly Gift Registry All names listed have generously supported the Otsego Memorial Hospital Foundation in the first quarter of 2011 (1/1/2011 - 3/31/2011).

The OMH Foundation is grateful for their support and dedication to quality local healthcare.

Staff & Employee Circle of Friends Anonymous Sarah Authier Mr. and Mrs. Richard Bartlett Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd “Skip” Berry Esther Bessette Connie Bisson Dennis and Laurie Black Mr. and Mrs. Ken Blust Geri Boadway Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Bragg Faith Brinkman Donna Chandler Donna Clark Sheryl Cody Mrs. Twilla L. Coon Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Corby (Cindy) Mr. and Mrs. Brett Crandell Jessica Crane Nicole Cryderman Mr. and Mrs. R. Dale Mr. and Mrs. Jon Deming Mrs. Marguerite Duncan Amy Ellison Mrs. Julie Ellison Catherine Foust Cynthia Francis Vicki L. Garlitz Elizabeth Goodrich Justine Gorman Suzanne Griswold Howard and Chris Grosser Paul Hagan Mr. and Mrs. Todd Harding Suzanne Hardy Amelia Harmon Mr. Timothy Hella Steven Holman Ms. Rhonda Howard Ms. Sharon Jann Kelly Joles Greg and Dawn Jones Mrs. Kathleen Jones Kayla Jones Linda Kaufmann Beatriz F. Kelly Jeanie C. Kelsey John and Linda Kremkow Ms. Kathy Kucharek Kevin and Amanda LaBarge Tiffanie LaHaie Jill LaMotte Andrew Lanway Nichole Loshaw Ms. Pamela Lynch Mrs. Lisa Mackowiak Ashley Malport Cynthia Marcenaro Lisa Mason Mrs. Melissa Meadows Kathleen Mecomber Donna Meredith Linda T. Mesler Amy Monarch Charlene M. Morris Mr. Steven A. Moulding Mr. and Mrs. Douglas F. Mowery Kellie Mumford Ms. Danielle Mundt Sharon A. Oliverson Mr. and Mrs. Brian Olsen (Heather) Michael O’Neill Andrea and Mike Parke and Family Mr. Kenneth and Mrs. Kathleen Pawlanta, FNP John and Mollie Peterson Mr. and Mrs. Michael Piper Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Prebenda Jessica Price Tamyra Purgiel Joanne Reichert Bobbie Jo Repar Mr. and Mrs. Tyler Roberts Kelly Roberts-Zielinski Jay Ruddy Juanita Sarzynski Ms. Catherine Schalau Mac Scribner

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Ms. Mary R. Shelson Julie and Lucas Shepherd Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Spyhalski (Eileen) Darlene Stroyan Frank Stroyan Mr. Donald Suddon Diane Suttles Tamula Techel Brian and Tami Techel Lisa Thackeray Nicholas Thaxton Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Thomas (DiAnne) Maryann Thurston Neil Tomes Mr. David B. Trimbath Kaarina M. Veihl Ms. Jennifer Vogel Julia Vultaggio Kevin Wahr Amy Wells Kathy Wilcox Beth Wilson Deborah Worm Mr. and Mrs. Dan Yale (Karen) Staff & Employee 1951 Society Recognizing all gifts made in honor of OMH’s 60th Anniversary.

Shirlee Andrews Anonymous Kathy Avenall Susan Bennett Brittany Beyers Kimberly Biddinger Amy Bilyea Melissa Blonde Patty Bonner Dennis E. and Maureen Borowiak Jason J. Brock Romeo and Carolyn Buclay Nancy Burke Lonny G. Burns Bonnie J. Byram Jackie Carson Maria Cassisi Katie Clark Barbara Comben and Family Mary Beth Cook Ruth Coons Bob and Gay Courtois Doris Day Tad and Kay De Luca Marcia Dennis Florence Dowker Maria A. Dubie Marlene Dzwik Linda D. Eastwood Angela Eisengruber Stephanie Fahler Diane Fisher Nancy M. Fogle Melissa Gapinski Dan and Wendy Glomski Lori A. Gonzalez Cindy Gordon, RN Marlene Hinchliffe Cindy and Tony Hull Beverly Johnson Bob and Skip Kasprzak David Kramp Nancy and Doug Kussrow Jerry and Della Lambert Tom and Jean Lemon Ann Mahan Christianne McClain Gloria J. McDonald Jeanne Melton Mike and Barb Miller Linda and Pete Morris Shelley Mousseau, RN, IBCLC Pam Nemeth Sarah Nowak Bob and Sandy Oltersdorf Nickie Owens Mr. and Mrs. Ralph D. Pardo Michael and Christie Perdue Sharon Pudvan Nancy Ragan Teresa M. Rathiel

John and Marilyn Record M. Rempe Ronald and Kathy Respecki Betsy Rich-Czarnik Allison Robbins Mr. and Mrs. Brian Rosenburg Kimberly Ruley Donatella Saponare Julie G. Sevenski Brad, Laura and Ryan Sincock Jeff and Sarah Sloniker Gordon and Gayle Smith Jan Smith Kathryn Smith Amy Szymanski Sharon Taylor Melanie Totten Natalie Udebrock Jack and Marlene Warren Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Watson Mike and Theresa Weber Peg Wcisel Theresa Wood Physician 1951 Society Recognizing all Physician gifts of $1,951 or more.

In Honor of Dr. Changxin Li Ernie and Carol Beebe Don Moyer In Honor of Julie Marcotte Ray and JoAnn Lingle In Honor of Dr. Michael McNamara Gordon Nickert, Sr. In Honor of Dr. Robert Mee Anonymous Jean L. Appleton Gene and Barbara Fleming George and Judith Magsig In Honor of Dr. Christopher Milan Pete and Pat Slominski In Honor of Dr. John Moffat Jack and Ginny Anderson Anonymous Betty and Dale Mattmiller In Honor of Linda Morris Gene and Barbara Fleming In Honor of Helen Morrow Anonymous

Anonymous Dr. and Mrs. Robert Halter Dr. Peter and Mrs. Amy Handley Medina H. Shaltry, D.O. Dr. Ronald and Deborah Weisberger

In Honor of Dr. David Olson Roger L. Girard Richard and Susan Straith

Hippocrates Society Recognizing gifts from physicians.

In Honor of Dr. Frederick Rau Marvin and Nancy Kelso

Dr. and Mrs. Collazo Janelle Hendrian, DO Changxin Li Dr. Robert and Mrs. Dawn Mee John and Mitch Moffat Kasey and Wendi Nelson Dr. and Mrs. Steven J. Wisniewski My Champion Honorariums Honoring caregivers who have championed the healthcare experience of OMH patients.

In Honor of Dr. Michael Angileri Beverly A. Wisniewski In Honor of Dr. Becky Ashley Margaret Wilson In Honor of Dr. Kristine Bobish Jim and Carol Havrilla In Honor of Mary Lee Butcher Anonymous In Honor of Laura Champion “Frequent Flyer” In Honor of the Emergency Department “Frequent Flyer” Mr. and Mrs. Harlan E. Pedersen Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Ucman In Honor of the Environmental Services Staff Anonymous In Honor of Allison Gougeon Carolyn and Jon Study In Honor of Dr. Louis Habryl Carol A. Moyer In Honor of Mr. Chris Hope Jim Spillan In Honor of Julie Hulderman “Frequent Flyer” In Honor of the Intensive Care Unit Mr. and Mrs. Harlan E. Pedersen and Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Ucman In Honor of Judy Jerome, G.N.P. Anonymous Jim and Libby Gray In Honor of Bea Kelly American Association of University Women – 2011”Women Making History”

In Honor of Pre-Op and Post-Op Staff “Frequent Flyer”

In Honor of Dr. Michael Samalik Josephine Lilak In Honor of Mary Seger, G.N.P. Ms. Joan Begeman In Honor of Julie Shepherd Jim and Carol Havrilla In Honor of Shelly Slivinski, P.A.-C. Carol A. Moyer In Honor of Dr. Steven Wisniewski Anonymous Chet and Cindy Janssens Ray and JoAnn Lingle Gerald and Patricia Moran Carol A. Moyer Bert and Nancy Nyland Cornerstone Society This Giving Society recognizes all donors who give or pledge an annual gift of $1,000 or more to the OMH Foundation.

Burdco, Inc. Michel Cameron Charter Business Scott and Michele Chesley Citizens Bank Jim and Jan Cotant Freeman Family Enterprises Gaylord Eye Care Center - Dr. Ronald Mead - Dr. Peter Opperman - Dr. Robert Slezak Mr. and Mrs. Keith H. Gornick Health Plan of Michigan, Inc. Independent Bank Jet Subsurface Pumps Johnson Oil Company Scott and Janice Lampert LeJeune Puetz Investment Counsel, L.L.C. Mayfair Plastics, Inc. MHA Insurance Company / FinCor Solutions Munson Healthcare Mr. and Mrs. William J. Muzyl Northern Michigan Chapter of A.P.I Luke and Margo Noss Otsego Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Plante & Moran, PLLC Mary MacGregor Sanders Leo and Sylvia R. Schuster Charles and Sheila Simpson

Dale J. and Marlene A. Smith Carolyn and Jon Study Marcus and Sharon Wegmeyer Wright & Filippis, Inc. Good Samaritan Society This Giving Society recognizes all donors who give or pledge an annual gift of $500-$999 to the OMH Foundation.

Gordon Food Service Greater Michigan Biomet, Inc. Priority Health Remer Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. VALIC Financial Advisors, Inc. Circle of Friends This Giving Society recognizes all donors who give or pledge an annual gift of $50-$499 to the OMH Foundation.

Jack and Ginny Anderson Anonymous Jean Appleton Ernie and Carol Beebe Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Joyce Engel Eugene and Barbara Fleming Gaylord Community Schools Girls Volleyball Program Roger L. Girard Jim and Libby Gray Jim and Carol Havrilla Ideal Wholesale Chester and Cynthia Janssens Jay’s Sporting Goods, Inc. Marvin and Nancy Kelso Josephine Lilak Ray and Jo Ann Lingle Robert M. McNamara Mr. and Mrs. Donald W. Moyer Mr. and Mrs. Harlan E. Pedersen Roger M. Rasmussen Pete and Pat Slominski Richard and Susan Straith Cynthia A. Tallent Thomas and Mary Tomaski Beverly A. Wisniewski Memorials Otsego Memorial Hospital Foundation proudly lists the gifts made in memory of others. May they each be honored through the Hospital’s healing mission.

In Memory of Mary Ann Buchau Althea Metzger In Memory of Doris Hoffman Jerry and Judy Dill In Memory of Fred Otto Dale J. and Marlene A. Smith In Memory of Donald Sagasser Kenneth Borton Evelyn J. Ealy Rod Formanczyk Natalie A. Gates Michael C. Hayes Gerald E. Leach Michigan Society of Professional Surveyors Herbert J. Russell Mary MacGregor Sanders Jeffrey A. Simpson In Memory of Gene Sanders Colonel and Mrs. Carl W. Lord In Memory of Alvin Wahr Nancy Ragan In Memory of Lewis Weiss Althea Metzger

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