Licking Memorial Health Systems

Volume 15, Issue 5 September/October 2018 Laboratory Expansion Offers State-of-the-Art Capabilities pages 2-3

LMHS Medical Campus Expansion Project page 3

Alternative Therapy Improves Symptoms of Depression page 4

Project SEARCH Program Returns to LMHS page 15

Check out our Quality Report Cards online at www.LMHealth.org. See pages 18-25 for Quality Report Cards in this issue.

Measurably Different ... for Your Health! Laboratory Expansion LMHS Medical Campus Offers State-of-the-Art Capabilities Expansion Project

The Licking Memorial Hospital (LMH) The new equipment is engineered Additionally, as samples move testing to our patients, while enhancing In early July, Licking Memorial Laboratory Department is undergoing to optimize run time by allowing the through the automated track system, the work environment for our Health Systems (LMHS) began significant renovations and equipment operator to load reagents without any specialized modules perform tasks that employees.” construction on a 32,210 square foot upgrades. The Core Lab, which pauses in sample testing. The single eliminate possibilities for employees addition to the Licking Memorial performs testing for chemistry and loading point for specimens also will to be exposed to samples that could Furthermore, the new design features Medical Campus located at hematology, is responsible for the increase efficiency. After the testing potentially contain infectious materials. movable workspaces, allowing for 1717 West Main Street in Newark. majority of the testing completed in the phase of the specimen is completed, Several new instruments possessing future expansion, increasing efficiency The Medical Campus building sits Department, totaling over 5,000 tests per it is routed to the sealer module to updated technology will be situated as other laboratory fields are added on nearly 14 acres of property that day. A two-year research and evaluation prepare the specimen for archival and along the automated track, acting as to the line. The renovation, which was originally purchased in 2004. process to select the proper vendor storage. After each specimen is sealed, the workhouse for the Lab and providing will cost more than $1 million, is a Currently, the LMHS facility is the and equipment included demonstration it moves to the refrigerator storage unit. fast and accurate results. Each piece long-term investment for LMH and location for three medical practices: units, allowing staff to test equipment The 9,000-sample refrigerated storage of equipment offers an administrative incorporates numerous aspects of Center For Sight, Licking Memorial functionality and accessibility. Four new module accurately tracks all specimens suite of reporting mechanisms, providing construction, Family Practice – West Main and instruments will be installed and upon contained inside, allowing the Medical timely and accurate data. The updated including electrical, Licking Memorial Orthopedic completion, which is expected in April Laboratory Scientist to locate and retrieve instruments can perform up to 240 tests plumbing and Surgery. 2019, LMH will be the only Hospital any specimen needed for additional per hour even during peak workload. information in the state with this combination of testing. It also automatically locates and Backup equipment also will now be systems. The Medical Campus addition, instrumentation and testing capabilities. discards samples that are expired. The available. which will mirror the design of current method requires the Medical the existing building, will serve as Currently, the Laboratory areas are Laboratory Scientist to manually file “This is an extremely exciting project for the new location for expanded sectioned off by aisles that obstruct the tubes in order, so each can be our Department,” said Lorei Reinhard, Physical, Occupational and Speech the view of employees and inhibit located if needed. This method leaves Director of Laboratory Services. “As a Therapy services to accommodate communication between them. Patient a chance for error and potentially can be community hospital, we are proud to be patient needs. Dermatology and samples are dropped off at various counterproductive if a specimen is filed able to offer such timely, comprehensive Gastroenterology physician offices, locations making workflow inefficient. incorrectly. as well as a Wellness Center, also The new open-concept Laboratory will will be located in the expanded allow employees to see one another facility. In addition, an extended visually, improving interdepartmental parking area and an access road communication and teamwork while from Terrace Drive are included reducing errors. in the project.

Throughout several stages, an The general contractor is Corna automated track system will replace Kokosing and several local the current layout. This technology companies are assisting with the will help streamline the work of project, including Gutridge Plumbing Laboratory employees. Presently, many and Claypool Electric. Construction Medical Laboratory Scientists spend a is projected to be completed by considerable amount of time on process May 2019. tasks, unable to fully utilize critical thinking and technical skills. The new automated system will perform many of these manual steps that take additional time. A Medical Laboratory Scientist will be able to focus more closely on the samples that need their technical expertise and less time on duties such as sorting, de-capping, re-capping, storing and retrieval. This focus will result in more predictable turn-around times, an increase in sample tracking, and fewer human errors.

2 Community Connection September/October 2018 3 Alternative Therapy LMH Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Staff Improves Symptoms of Depression Reunites with Former Patients Repetitive transcranial magnetic very rapidly. TMS magnetic fields do and typically feel a tapping sensation stimulation (TMS) is a noninvasive not affect the whole brain, but only under the treatment coil. Individuals A special reunion event at Licking the great team we have on the unit and to “I can’t begin to count the ways the Acute procedure that uses magnetic fields reach about 2 to 3 centimeters into the are required to wear earplugs during Memorial Hospital (LMH) on August 16 celebrate the tremendous progress each of Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit prepared me to stimulate nerve cells in the brain brain directly beneath the treatment coil. treatment for their comfort and hearing reconnected former patients of the Acute you have made,” Dr. Koontz said. for my trip home,” Marilyn said. “Once I and improve symptoms of depression. During the process, the magnetic fields protection, as TMS produces a loud Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit with the staff was released, I continued my prescribed TMS is used for the treatment of major move into the brain and produce very clicking sound with each pulse. Each members who helped them become more The featured speaker was Marilyn Sundin, exercises every day. The efforts paid depressive disorder in adult patients small electrical currents. Each magnetic treatment lasts about an hour with independent after an illness, accident or a Chicago native who has resided in off two months after surgery when the who have failed to achieve satisfactory field is the same type and strength as the entire treatment course consisting surgery. The patients and their guests Granville since 1957. She received her walker I had been using for assistance improvement from prior antidepressant that produced by a magnetic resonance of five treatments per week over a enjoyed a catered dinner in the LMH Master of Fine Arts in Theatre from The permanently went into the attic. The medication. The therapy also has imaging machine. The electrical currents six-week period. Adverse effects are Café, received massages and blood Ohio State University, then served as the work all of the staff members did with me shown benefits for patients experiencing activate neurons within the brain which uncommon, but can include feelings pressure screenings, explored Academic Administrative Assistant at the while I was a patient on the Unit enabled postpartum depression. are thought to release neurotransmitters, of lightheadedness, temporary hearing informational tables, and met others who Denison University Department of my quick recovery. All I can say is thank such as serotonin, norepinephrine problems, mild headaches and tingling in also participated in acute rehabilitation. Theatre from 1978 through her retirement you.” During a TMS session, a small and dopamine, that treat depression. the face, jaw or scalp. in 2017. She also has been active with the electromagnetic coil is placed against These are the same neurotransmitters Licking Memorial Health Systems Vice Licking County Players and Weathervane The Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit the scalp above the targeted area of that are provided artificially through The TMS procedure is now available at President Development & Public Relations Playhouse as an actor and director. opened in 2012 on the Hospital’s sixth the brain, called the prefrontal cortex. antidepressant medications; however, Licking Memorial Outpatient Psychiatric Veronica Patton welcomed the attendees floor and is a specialized care center that This part of the brain is involved with TMS provides such directly. Services. The office is open Monday and introduced Acute Inpatient In her more than 60 years as a Licking provides at least three hours of skilled mood regulation. The electromagnet thru Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Rehabilitation Medical Director David County resident, Marilyn had numerous therapy services per day, five days per painlessly delivers a magnetic pulse that TMS does not require any anesthesia and Fridays, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Koontz, D.O. Dr. Koontz thanked the positive experiences at LMH that gave her week to patients who have experienced stimulates nerve cells in the brain. The or sedation, as the patient remains For more information about alternative former patients for attending the reunion great confidence in the care she would an illness or injury. The care team therapy generates a highly concentrated, awake and alert during the treatment. treatments, call (220) 564-4873. and for allowing the Acute Inpatient receive following hip replacement surgery. includes specially trained professionals magnetic field, which turns on and off Patients are seated during each session Rehabilitation staff to be part of their Three days after Kevin Ouweleen, M.D., including nurses, social workers, recovery process. of Licking Memorial Orthopedic Surgery, physicians, dietitians, and physical, performed the procedure in April 2018, occupational and speech therapists who “Our goal is not to get you out of the Marilyn was transferred to the Acute work to improve the patient’s functional Hospital, but to help you resume a normal Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit. She status and mobility so that they may LMH Supports life at home. Your attendance tonight is a participated in physical and occupational return home and live as independently National Mammography testament to your hard work and the therapy for three hours per day and as possible. dedication of our staff members. I am credited the staff for her ability to Day with Free Mammogram Program thankful for the opportunity to work with recuperate and resume her day-to-day Licking Memorial Hospital (LMH), • Must be uninsured, or not eligible if follow-up is required. Information activities. Licking Memorial Women’s Health and for Medicare or Medicaid regarding the Hospital Care Assurance Tri-County Radiologists, Inc., will offer • Must have a physician’s referral Program can be obtained at the LMH free mammograms to qualifying low- • Should have no symptoms of breast Cashier’s Office, located on the First income women in order to promote the cancer Floor near the Betsy Eaton O’Neill importance of breast cancer screening • Must not have received a free Health Resource Center. awareness. LMH will sponsor screenings mammogram from LMH in the on National Mammography Day, which last 12 months is on Friday, October 19. Tests will be performed from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The free tests apply only to screening in the Women’s Imaging Center at LMH mammograms. The X-rays will and Licking Memorial Women’s Health, be interpreted by Tri-County located at 15 Messimer Drive in Newark. Radiologists, including Edward The number of free mammograms Del Grosso, M.D., Joseph will be limited to 75. Any woman Fondriest, M.D., Daniel who is interested in receiving a free Kennedy, M.D., Lisa Lee, M.D., mammogram at LMH should contact Owen Lee, M.D., Timothy Lifer, her physician for more information and D.O., and Geoffrey Siesel, M.D. a referral. If the results of the screening mammogram indicate that the In order to be eligible to participate in patient needs further testing, this program, women must meet the the follow-up mammogram will following criteria: not be covered under the free • Must reside or work in Licking County program. However, financial • Must be at least 40 years old assistance programs are available

4 Community Connection September/October 2018 5 Behind the Scenes – Environmental Services Culinary Services Many of the staff members serving in the County including physician offices, as well as the LMHS staff,” said Jim by volunteers to portray the LMHS Licking Memorial Environmental Services the Urgent Care facilities, the Medical O’Bryan, Director of Environmental Mascot, Scrubs. The Transportation Nationally Recognized Department actively work behind the Campus at 1717 West Main Street, the Services. In addition to an ongoing Department transports equipment, scenes throughout the facilities and at Pataskala Health Campus and the 2000 cleaning schedule, the group works food, signs and other items needed for for Plant-based Recipe public functions sponsored by Licking Tamarack Road facility. Those involved closely with Director of Infection the success of such occasions as the Memorial Health Systems (LMHS). The in the upkeep of patient rooms often find Prevention Jeanne Emmons to acquire Red Dress Event, “For Your Health” 5K, Licking Memorial Culinary Services ingredients were grown in the Licking Department consists of 107 employees themselves contributing to patient care advice on the best practices to safeguard Family Movie Nights, and Active•Fit, created a special recipe to submit to Memorial Hospital (LMH) garden. The in Housekeeping, Laundry and by fulfilling requests for assistance, or those who enter an LMHS facilities. Active•Senior and Walk with a Doc Health Care Without Harm’s “Health stew was served in the Café and recipe Transportation. While the three areas spending time visiting and talking with events. Care Culinary Contest: Reimagining cards were made available for those include a number of different jobs, the someone who may need a sympathetic In the Laundry Department, employees Hospital Food.” The organization interested in recreating the dish at home. staff members work closely together to ear. “I treat the patients as though they care for the gowns, towels and bedding The Transportation couriers work encourages hospital chefs to work function as one in support of LMHS’ are my own family,” said Bobbi Cooper, for patients. “The staff working in the staggered shifts in order to distribute with clinicians to improve the quality The recipe was judged by members mission to improve the health of the an Environmental Services Assistant. “I Laundry area are constantly moving – interoffice mail, deliver supplies and of the hospital’s food and to purchase of Menus of Change, an initiative of community. do what I can do to help or just listen. they never stop,” said Denise Matthews, pick-up and deliver lab specimens ingredients that are healthy for people The Culinary Institute of America and I always try to stay positive and walk Environmental Services Manager. throughout LMHS’ many outbuildings and the planet. For the contest, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public The employees in Housekeeping are in with a smile.” and physician offices, as well as local it was suggested that the recipe Health. The group received submissions among the most visible members of the In addition to the daily needs of the nursing facilities. LMH Shuttle drivers be plant-based or use a less-meat from hospitals throughout the United Environmental Services Department. When considering candidates to hire Hospital, the Environmental Department spend much time in the parking strategy. Having a physician sponsor States. The awards were presented this In addition to cleaning common areas for the team, the management looks for also plays a pivotal role in community lot assisting patients; however, the the recipe also earned points in the spring at the 2018 CleanMed Conference and patient rooms at Licking Memorial people with experience in the hospitality events. “Each group is important for drivers also can be seen at area events competition. in San Diego, California. LMH earned Hospital (LMH), the Housekeeping industry, who have good customer support of area community events as shuttling participants from parking areas an honorable mention for the Garden- team also is responsible for the upkeep service skills, are able to interact well well as keeping the facilities running to the main event areas. “It takes every Chef Brian Merritt, Director of inspired Stew recipe. The judges praised of over 30 LMHS buildings in Licking with people, and are detail-oriented. smoothly,” said Jim. Linen Services often one of us to complete the circle of Culinary Services, joined with LMH for highlighting a variety of fresh, “The position requires the employee cleans the custom tablecloths used at service and care. Each job is important Nina Hourmouzis, M.D., of Licking local vegetables, incorporating a healthy to follow a complex set of protocols to events at LMHS buildings and in the to the LMHS mission to improve the Memorial Internal Medicine, to sustainable oil, and for the support make certain every precaution is taken community and also are instrumental in health of the community,” Denise said create a plant-based recipe for from Dr. Hourmouzis. LMH staff also for the health and wellbeing of patients, the upkeep of the two costumes used regarding the duties of the employees Garden-inspired Stew. Some of the received accolades for the marketing in the three departments. and promotion of the dish and for promoting healthy eating habits through The three distinct sections of the publications and social media. Environmental Department form one cohesive unit that works to care for the facilities, patients and employees. The Brian Merritt, Director of Culinary group also strives to be environmentally Services, and Internal Medicine conscious. According to Jim, over 33.5 physician Nina Hourmouzis, M.D., tons of material are being recycled teamed up to create the award- each month including cardboard, winning plant-based recipe. blue plastic wrap, paper, plastic and electronics. Sometimes those looking to begin a career in health care will seek a position with the Environmental Services team, then transfer to other areas of the organization. Denise says it makes her proud to see those employees continue their education and find success with LMHS. She knows they have performed well on the Environmental Services team, and that they will continue to be a valuable asset for the Hospital.

6 Community Connection September/October 2018 7 Licking County Youth Participate in the Active•Senior Third Period of the Program Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) to make their own decisions. Youth in Licking County, ages 6 to Participation in all Active•Fit summer invited seniors, ages 60 years and up, to “The person under care may 12, participated in numerous events events counted toward the Active•Fit the Active•Senior Brunch Walk in August. elect a close friend or relative throughout the third period of the Program Period 3 goals. The current Participants enjoyed a walk beginning at to as the healthcare power of Active•Fit Program, including a field day period, complete with new goals, began the Rotary Park Pavilion in Newark while attorney,” Jeff Smith stated. and bowling. These events encouraged September 1. All Program participants LMHS Director of Pastoral Care Jeff Smith “Even though it puts a weight youth to exercise, eat healthy foods and have an opportunity to choose and discussed Advance Care Planning (ACP). on their shoulders, I have maintain proper fluid intake for good complete new wellness goals by A healthy brunch followed the walk. seen that it can bring families health. December 31 to qualify for the next together in a time of need. It incentive prize drawing. Since 2012, ACP is an ongoing process that reflects is a vital decision, but it shows Approximately 145 youth attended the the Active•Fit program has registered a person’s goals, values and beliefs to the trust that one person has for Active•Fit Bowling event, which was more than 4,600 participants who help guide current and future healthcare another to make decisions of held on July 25. The event was hosted by select health-related goals and track decisions. ACP allows individuals to this nature.” Park Lanes Bowling Center in Heath and their progress on the Active•Fit website. receive medical care that is consistent featured free bowling for youth attendees For more information or to register for with their wishes and reduces the stress Prior to assuming his current over a two-hour period that included the Active•Fit Youth Wellness Program, of decision making on family and friends. position in 2007, Jeff served as glow light bowling. Healthy snacks please visit www.ActiveFit.org. “There are certain circumstances that Licking Memorial Hospital’s were provided throughout the event. may be appropriate for Advance Care (LMH) Director of Pharmacy Planning,” Jeff said. “For example, for 15 years. He was ordained For more information or to register for On August 9, Licking County youth an individual may or may not want to as a minister in January of 2007 and the Active•Senior program, please participated in the Active•Fit Field Day at receive health care at the end of life earned a Master of Divinity degree with visit www.LMHSActiveSenior.org. Alford-Reese Park in Newark. Youth had because they feel they do not need or a concentration in Pastoral Ministry from Registration on the website allows an opportunity to join multiple activities do not want medical aid. It creates a less Trinity Theological Seminary. participants to document their goal throughout the event with snack/hydration stressful atmosphere for the surrounding progress on an ongoing basis for breaks and water games to cool off at family who may feel uncomfortable The Active•Senior program, designed to the opportunity to win great prizes. the end of the fun-filled afternoon. The making those decisions.” promote healthy lifestyles for adults ages Participants also may track their children were divided into two age groups, 60 and older, focuses on the following progress in an Active•Senior booklet, ages 6 to 8 and 9 to 12, and participated Jeff also discussed the three items that goals: and then transfer the information to the in two games of choice, including flag are part of ACP discussions including • Encourage adults to stay physically Active•Senior website prior to the end football, soccer, kickball and freeze tag. living will, healthcare power of attorney fit and maintain a healthy diet. of each program year in April. Booklets and do not resuscitate (DNR) protocols. • Motivate adults to challenge are available at LMH, Licking Memorial He discussed the importance of having themselves intellectually and stay physician offices and other select a healthcare power of attorney under connected with friends and family. community locations. For additional certain circumstances. A friend or family • Help adults maintain a lifelong questions about the Active•Senior member may be elected as the healthcare commitment to personal health program, please contact the LMHS Public power of attorney to make medical and wellness. Relations Department at (220) 564-1560. decisions if the elector loses the ability I

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Join Licking Memorial Health Systems for the Active•Senior Bingo event. This free event will include bingo during a one-hour period, with many prizes for the lucky winners. Light refreshments and beverages will be provided.

Active•Senior Bingo is free and open to those ages 60 and over; however, registration is required and is limited to the first 145 registrants. To register, please call LMHS Public Relations at (220) 564-1560. Participation will count toward the Active•Senior program goals.

8 Community Connection September/October 2018 9 Summer Fun and Education LMHS Completes Annual Provided through LMHS Summer Camps Sports Screenings Program

During the months of July and August, Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) hosted summer camps for local Camp Med Throughout May, Licking Memorial “Over the past 11 years, EKG and youth featuring active play and education, and based on various health-related topics including cancer and For area high school seniors, Camp Health Systems (LMHS) once again echocardiogram screenings have diabetes. The one-day camps offered an opportunity to meet other children and learn how to stay healthy. Med offered an opportunity to speak offered its free Sports Screening proven to be invaluable to the health Licking County high school seniors also were invited to participate in a two-day camp to learn about careers in with healthcare professionals and a Program to local youth. Licking of our community by protecting young health care. firsthand experience with a variety of County student-athletes entering lives,” said LMHS President & CEO Rob healthcare careers. Forty students, grades 7 through 12, and students Montagnese. “The testing has detected Camp Courage chosen through a rigorous application from C-TEC’s Criminal Justice, Fire heart defects that placed 30 students Camp Courage was designed to help reduce anxiety about cancer for children, ages 7 to 13, who have had an encounter with the process, spent two days visiting various and Physical Therapy programs were at risk. Early detection and diagnosis disease – whether personally or through a close friend or family member. The day camp, held at Infirmary Mound Park in Granville, departments and medical practices eligible to attend. of these abnormalities prevented the featured a superhero theme to encourage the attendees to find their superpower and create a T-shirt with a personally designed throughout LMHS. The attendees possibility of sudden tragedy in our superhero logo. D’Anna N. Mullins, M.D., Ph.D., of Licking Memorial Hematology/Oncology, spoke to the group about overcoming were divided into groups, and allowed A total of 482 students from 15 community during athletic competition fear, exercise, proper nutrition and making healthy choices. Cory Campbell, Pastoral Care Chaplain, spoke to the children about to participate in interactive medical Licking County Schools participated and other strenuous activities. In being comfortable with their emotions and finding ways to relax. He encouraged them to learn about topics they do not understand demonstrations. The students were in the program, which provided pre- addition to the state-required pre- to help minimize fear. The children enjoyed healthy snacks, superhero training sessions and water games. given the opportunity to use surgical participation physical examinations, participation physical examinations and sonogram equipment, learn electrocardiogram (EKG) and and ImPACT concussion testing, we are to draw blood, and prepare and echocardiogram heart screenings, proud to have offered EKG testing since administer medications. The group and ImPACT baseline concussion 2008 and echocardiogram testing since also spent time observing physician testing. The painless EKG displays 2015 at no cost to our local youth.” practices including Dermatology, the heart’s electrical impulses and Orthopedic Surgery, Women’s the echocardiogram screens the A total of 54 LMHS employees – Health, Hematology/Oncology and functioning of the heart’s valves including pediatricians, other family Pulmonology. and muscles. These screening tests practice and specialty physicians, can identify heart conditions that advanced nurse practitioners, nurses, place the athlete at risk for a sudden and support personnel – staffed the cardiac death even when there are LMHS Sports Screening Program in no symptoms. Of the 265 students 2018. The program included a total entering grades 7, 9 and 11 who of nine screening sessions, which were received the heart screenings, four conducted after regular business hours were referred for further evaluation at the Licking Memorial Pediatrics – CAMP and treatment after preliminary results Tamarack offices. COURAGE indicated possible abnormalities.

Camp A1c LMHS invited children, ages 7 to 13, who have diabetes to attend Camp A1c. Diabetes is a long-term health condition that causes high blood sugar and inadequate insulin levels in the body. This year, the group met at the Bryn Du Mansion Carriage House for the one-day camp featuring 2018 a survivor theme. Teams designed tribal flags and competed in activities such as the Boulder Dash, Discovery Challenge and Canteen Relay. LMH Community Wellness Dietitians discussed pitfalls of diabetes, carbohydrate counting and creating a balanced plate. Campers used their senses during the wilderness guessing game. Crafts included

MORIAL HEAL making shrunken head necklaces and survivor slime. Campers G ME TH SY KIN STEM were encouraged to exercise often and enjoyed an inflatable LIC S obstacle course throughout the day. Winners of the Survivor Shelter Challenge earned a head start in the Survival of the Fittest water games.

10 Community Connection September/October 2018 11 “For Your Health” 5K Run/Walk & 1-mile Fun Walk Residents from throughout Licking County The honorary chairs of the 2018 “For LMHS and PNB invited Licking County businesses to promote employee wellness by joining the Corporate Participation Challenge. and Central Ohio participated in the 11th Your Health” 5K Run/Walk & 1-mile Fun Businesses were grouped into four categories based on their total number of employees with the winners determined by the highest annual Licking Memorial Health Systems Walk were The Heckman Family – Lee, percentage of participants to run or walk the event. The Corporate Participation Challenge winners were: Micro (1 to 10 employees) (LMHS) “For Your Health” 5K Run/ Sally, Will, Everett and Mae. The Licking – Advance Business Communications, Inc.; Small (11 to 20 employees) – ADR & Associates, Ltd.; Medium (21 to 99 employees) – Walk & 1-mile Fun Walk at The Dawes Memorial Hospital (LMH) Development Bloomberg Eye Center; and Large (100 or more employees) – The Energy Cooperative. Arboretum’s scenic grounds on July 28. Council presented the community event Individual runners and walkers navigated in collaboration with sponsors The Dawes 5K Run First Place Winners the course throughout The Arboretum’s Arboretum, the Licking County Family 2018 5K Run Medalists nationally-recognized plant collections. YMCA and Park National Bank (PNB). A shorter, one-mile route also was offered Group Top Female Top Male as an option for the Fun Walk. The overall female and male winners 14 & Addison Pound Jonathon Holbrook of the 5K Run included: first place – Under Meghan Exline Aidan Bowman “The ‘For Your Health’ 5K Run/Walk Haylee Zigan (19:51) and William Metcalf Elisa Halsey Stephen Epps & 1-mile Fun Walk has become one of (16:09); second place – Kali Monroe 15 to 19 Kaylee Padar David Drushal the most popular events through which (20:20) and Christian Bradford (16:11); Abby Davies Drake Dickerson LMHS encourages healthy lifestyles,” and third place – Alexandra Davies Morgan Campbell Anthony Toskin said Rob Montagnese, LMHS President (21:43) and J. Newman (16:33). The top 20 to 24 Elana Preston Stephan Beasley & CEO. “We are proud to present this three overall female and male finishers Grace Montgomery Bailey Dittoe event as an opportunity to improve received medals and were offered gift Maggie Mitchell Zane Romine the health of the community, and the cards to Dick’s Sporting Goods, but some 25 to 29 Alison Ernest Chase Prior attendance has grown each year. Our respectfully declined due to collegiate Jennifer Lewis Chris Monroe first event included approximately 200 restrictions. Medals also were awarded Bunny Zenner Jerrod Abel individuals, so to see more than 1,600 to those who finished in the top three of 30 to 34 Diana Dick Josh Fulton register is fantastic. I am extremely their age and gender groups. Lindsay Lahowsky Peter Lowe pleased that so many community Amanda Filler Wes Carder members of all ages gathered at the picturesque Dawes Arboretum to 35 to 39 Danielle Burns Darrin Wilson promote the benefits of exercise Haylee Zigan (19:51) William Metcalf (16:09) Ebony Tennant Joshua Webb Jennifer Litsch Keegan Kirwin and good health.” 40 to 44 Erin Fulton Richard Bell Mary Ann Ensor Christopher Morrison Renee Hall Michael Pyle 45 to 49 Beth Yasko Chuck Engel Anke Frahn Kevin Saad Keeley Herron John Dubois 50 to 54 Holly Wheeler Jerame Davies Sue Mill James Silone Karen Herring Mike Hills 55 to 59 Susan Haas Bob Castle Sharon John Joseph Fondriest Linda Castle Wesley Wagner 60 to 64 Terri Eley Tom Sturtz Judy McNeish Terrance Wagner Laura Van Deusen Dick Reese 65 to 69 Louise Gemmell A.J. Tarquino Chris Montis Will Kern Marsha Schafer Jim Mitchell 70 to 74 Carol Brockway John Grandmason Daniel Sekerak Carl Lahman 75 to 79 Dottie Crump Thomas Mullady James Hoskinson Russell Hovland 80 & Over Bob Kent

12 Community Connection September/October 2018 13 Supporter Spotlight – Project SEARCH Program Lindorf Family Foundation Returns to LMHS

The Lindorf Family Foundation works to Swedish immigrants and moved to of the Library and establish charitable pet grooming, art classes, yoga and Licking Memorial Health Systems Students from Newark, Granville, Heath, to foster innovation and creativity Granville in 1948 to attend Denison. trusts for OSU-N, Central Ohio pottery. “My family just wanted to give (LMHS) is continuing its collaboration Northridge and Licking Heights school in meeting community needs. The She majored in music and was an Technical College and Denison to the community. We do what we with the Licking County Educational districts are participating in Project organization offers grants and support alumna of Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority. Students,” said Andy Bow, Christine’s can because it serves the community.” Service Center, Opportunities for SEARCH this year. In addition to serving to charitable organizations for projects John was a successful insurance broker grandson and Chair of the Lindorf Family Both John and Christine received Ohioans with Disabilities, Greenleaf as the host site, LMHS will provide throughout Licking County including and real estate investor. The couple had Foundation. medical care at LMH, so Melissa also Job Training Services, the Licking uniforms to all of the students, as well as Licking Memorial Health Systems two daughters, Melissa Bow and the late feels strongly about giving to County Board of Developmental transportation via Licking County Transit (LMHS). Founders John Warner and Margaret Ann Warner. Christine also established a charitable the community Hospital. Disabilities and area school districts Services for those who need it. Dell “Christine” Warner Powell, now trust for the Licking County YMCA. For to offer the Project SEARCH program deceased, felt a great sense of joy in After establishing the Lindorf Family her service to LMHS and the community, While she leads the Lindorf Family for Licking County students during the Led by an instructor, job coaches and giving back to the community and Foundation, the couple began providing LMHS posthumously honored Christine Foundation, Melissa relies heavily 2018-2019 school year. The Project directors and managers within LMHS shared that joy with family members funds to LMHS to meet major medical with the 2011 Lifetime Achievement on her team, especially her son Andy. SEARCH High School Transition departments, the students receive a who are now part of the Lindorf Family needs. In 2006, Christine was eager Award. LMHS President & CEO, Rob “Andy is better at talking with people Program, which began at Cincinnati combination of classroom instruction, Foundation. Their generous spirit lives to find a special way to contribute to Montagnese said, “Christine was a and speaking in public, so he is out Children’s Hospital in 1996, provides career exploration and on-the-job training. on through their daughter, Melissa Bow, LMHS as construction commenced remarkable woman who improved the in the forefront of the meetings and real-life work experience, combined Students began the program in August and grandson, Andy Bow, who have on a new surgery unit within Licking lives of others through her contributions. other public events,” said Melissa. with training in employability and with orientation and time to acclimate to continued the philanthropic mission Memorial Hospital (LMH). After the It is our pleasure to memorialize her Andy is very excited about his role, independent living skills, to help the healthcare environment. Throughout of the Foundation. Lindorf Family Foundation Board of with this recognition for her generosity a position he took about a year ago, youth with disabilities make successful the school year, students continue to work Directors considered a list of projects, and graciousness.” Her daughter, and hopes to expand the organization transitions from school to adult life. on employability and functional skills John and Christine established the they decided to sponsor the construction Melissa, President of the Lindorf Family and get involved with more innovative LMHS facilities again will host the local in a classroom setting, but the majority Lindorf Family Foundation in honor of a decorative water wall which is now Foundation, accepted the award in and creative ideas to better the Project SEARCH program, which nine of their time is spent completing three of John’s grandparents. While excited part of the surgery waiting area on the honor of Christine. community. “He knows a lot about area students completed last year. unique rotations in a variety of clinical and to support the community, the couple second level of the John and Mary Alford recycling and being green. He takes technological areas of the Health Systems. felt the name of the Foundation would Pavilion. “I think the water wall will Before becoming Secretary of the pride in caring for the environment “We are thrilled to continue our The internship rotation allows the students be more discreet and private, allowing have a calming effect for those who are Foundation, Melissa often would attend and hopes to incorporate green ideas partnership with a number of local to acquire marketable and transferable skills them to remain unrecognized for the waiting for their loved ones in surgery. meetings with her father. She felt a into the community as well,” Melissa organizations again to offer this necessary to be hired by Licking County gifts, grants and support the organization The Hospital is a beautiful facility and sense of pride listening to the proposals said. Some of the future plans include outstanding educational experience in businesses for entry-level positions, with would offer to Licking County. Their we wanted to add to that,” Christine said and paid close attention to the details working with OSU-N on a Planetarium, Licking County,” said LMHS President additional responsibilities added as their passion was education, youth projects during the dedication ceremony. of the funding. After serving a number a new Crime Lab for the area and & CEO Rob Montagnese. “Students proficiency in the core areas increases. and investing in the health of the of years as Secretary, Melissa accepted addiction recovery grants. receive the opportunity to learn These work experiences also help the community. In addition to LMHS, the organization the position of President four years important skills that will allow them to students build communication, teamwork committed resources to The Ohio State ago. “She has always been selfless, Both Melissa and Andy remember enter the local workforce and embark and critical thinking skills. The two met while attending Denison University at Newark (OSU-N) funding always giving. She took on the role Christine as being happy and funny as on a meaningful and long-lasting career. University. Christine was born in Kansas construction of The John L. and Christine after learning so much from her father, well as generous. She enjoyed giving They are not the only beneficiaries from The long-term goal of Project SEARCH Warner Library and Student Center. “She and is now very excited to dedicate and watching projects come to fruition. this great program, however, as it also is to provide a set of transferable skills to was so happy to watch the completion funds to innovative ideas,” Andy said John was very reserved and quiet with gives area businesses an expanded pool people with disabilities that will result in of his mother. a good sense of humor. He did not of qualified candidates from which to a diverse group of motivated job seekers want to be in the spotlight, but was hire. Our staff greatly enjoyed working for employers throughout Licking County. Melissa was born grateful for the opportunities to better with the Project SEARCH interns last At the conclusion of each academic year, and raised in Licking the Licking County Community. The year because of the positive attitudes students who graduate from the program County. When same spirit of giving continues to grow and tremendous work ethics they are prepared for competitive employment Andy moved to the in Melissa. She and Andy look forward displayed every day.” and have assistance obtaining complex and Columbus area, he to the many new projects that have rewarding jobs. wanted her to move been proposed to the Lindorf Family to the area as well, but Foundation and hope to continue their Melissa did not want to support of LMHS as well. Melissa and leave the community Andy also are grateful for the guidance she has grown to and encouragement from the Lindorf love and faithfully Family Foundation Board members – serves. She is planning John Uible, Treasurer, Donna Alvarado, to open her home Secretary and Terry Meyers. In as a meeting place memoriam, Melissa honors the service for the Foundation of former Board Chair, Mary Jane and a place to host McDonald, and former Board member, classes, including Rod Lee.

14 Community Connection September/October 2018 15 Baltisberger Receives Physician Spotlight Aruna C. Gowda, M.D., joined Licking Memorial Hematology/Oncology in 2012. Rotary Service Above Self Award She received her Doctor of Medicine degree at Kempe Gowda Institute of Medical Sciences in The Rotary Club of Newark recently provides physician services to the Kids’ Dr. Rick’s dedication has earned Bangalore, India. She completed an internship and residency in internal medicine at the State honored Richard Baltisberger, M.D., Place, a Newark-based LMHS facility that prestigious recognitions, including the University of New York at Buffalo, and then completed a hematology/oncology fellowship at of Licking Memorial Pediatrics, with cares for young victims of child abuse. Hometown Hero Award by American Red The Ohio State University in Columbus. Dr. Gowda takes a special interest in managing different the Service Above Self Award, which is He recently returned from a mission trip Cross of Licking County, a Forty Under 40 types of malignancies – especially breast cancer, lung cancer and lymphoma. She is board named after the organization’s motto. to Honduras and regularly volunteers with designation by Columbus Business First, certified in internal medicine, hematology and oncology. The prestigious Award recognizes Vineyard Grace Fellowship Outreach a Provider Award by Columbus Business Rotarians who demonstrate their to assist homeless and low-income First and an MVP Award by LMHS. In commitment to helping others by individuals in Licking County. 2010, he was selected volunteering their time and talents. by his peers as Dr. Baltisberger received his Medical Physician of the Known as “Dr. Rick” by his young patients, Degree from the University of North Year at LMHS. Ask a Doc – Blood Cancer with Aruna C. Gowda, M.D. Dr. Baltisberger has dedicated much of his Dakota School of Medicine and is board career to helping children with physical certified in pediatrics. He completed his and medical challenges. He serves as residency and internship at Children’s the camp physician for Licking Memorial Hospital in Columbus and joined LMHS Question: A family member has been diagnosed with leukemia – a type of blood cancer. Health Systems’ (LMHS) Camp Feelin’ in August 1998, serving as Chief of Can you explain more about blood cancers? Fine, a day-long program for children with Pediatrics since 2002. Dr. Baltisberger was asthma. He is a member of the National instrumental in assisting Licking Memorial Answer: September is Blood Cancer The most common types of blood of radiation, repeated exposure to Advisory Committee for Down Syndrome, Hospital achieve Level II status for the Awareness month – a time to spark cancer include leukemia, lymphoma certain chemicals such as benzene, which sets standards and promotes Special Care Nursery. dialogue about the different types of and myeloma. Leukemia is found in and a strong family history of leukemia. research in Down syndrome issues. On blood cancers and help promote the blood and bone marrow. It is Symptoms vary depending on the type the local level, he is active in the Down understanding of the treatments for caused by the rapid production of and stage of the cancer, and may Syndrome Society of Central Ohio, which these types of disease. Blood cancer abnormal white blood cells which include fever, chills, night sweats, works to develop ways to improve care can affect anyone at any time. Every hinders the body’s ability to fight weakness, fatigue, swollen tonsils, for Down syndrome patients. He also three minutes, someone is diagnosed infection and to produce red cells bone pain, and pinhead-size red with blood cancer. Currently, there is and platelets. Lymphoma affects spots on the skin. Similar symptoms no way to prevent or screen for most the lymphatic system – the system also are reported with lymphoma and blood cancers, but medical composed of lymph nodes that myeloma. A physician will conduct advancements have increased the removes excess fluids from the body a complete blood count to diagnose survival rates. Since there is no and produces immune cells. Normal a patient with such symptoms. prevention, it is important to report any lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell symptoms or signs of blood cancer to a that fights infection, can transform into Treatments for leukemia are similar physician in order to increase the lymphoma cells and multiply in your to those for lymphoma and myeloma. effectiveness of the treatments. lymph nodes causing enlargement. A physician may suggest a combination Over time, these cancerous cells impair of treatments including chemotherapy, Blood cancers affect the production the immune system. The third type is radiation therapy, stem cell and function of the blood cells. Blood known as myeloma and it affects the transplantation or targeted therapies – is the main transport system in the plasma cells. Abnormally developed a type of treatment that uses body, carrying oxygen and nutrients to plasma cells often become myeloma medications or other substances to the lungs and tissue, and transporting cells and prevent the normal identify and attack specific types of waste to the kidneys and liver. The production of antibodies that fight cancer cells with less harm to normal cells develop in bone marrow – the disease and infection weakening the cells. Research continues on different spongy tissue in the central cavity body’s immune system. ways to treat blood cancers, and the New Appointments of bones. Stem cells in the marrow survival rates for this type of disease mature and develop into three types Of the three types of blood cancers, are increasing. It is important to discuss of blood cells: red blood cells, white leukemia is the most common kind concerns with a physician and seek blood cells or platelets. In most blood of cancer among children and teens. treatment as soon as possible if blood cancers, the normal blood cell The disease can be further classified cancer is suspected. development process is interrupted by as either acute or chronic. Chronic uncontrolled growth of an abnormal leukemia progresses more slowly type of blood cell. These abnormal than acute leukemia, which requires blood cells, or cancerous cells, prevent immediate treatment. The cause of the blood from performing many of its leukemia is uncertain, however, several Mae T. Gallagher, M.D., Sean M. Gallagher, M.D., Andrew J. Pierre, D.P.M., Geoffrey M. Siesel, M.D., functions, such as fighting off infections risk factors have been identified of Cherry Westgate Family joined Licking Memorial of Foot and Ankle Specialists of Tri-County Radiologists, Inc., or preventing serious bleeding. including exposure to high levels Practice, joined the Pediatrics – East. of Central Ohio, joined joined the LMH Medical Staff. LMH Medical Staff. the LMH Medical Staff. 16 Community Connection September/October 2018 17 Quality Reporting Diabetes Care – How do we compare? to the Community At Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS), we take pride in the care we provide. To monitor the quality Patient Story and Benchmarks for Diabetes Care of that care, we track specific quality measures and compare to benchmark measures. Then, we publish the data so you can draw your own conclusions regarding your healthcare choices.

– Steve* Much of the care that diabetes patients receive takes place in the outpatient or physician office setting. The physician offices Patient Story of Licking Memorial Health Professionals (LMHP) measure the most critical indicators for diabetes. Steve has been living with Type 2 tooth. I never realized that sports drinks and he has seen a 20-pound weight loss. 1. diabetes for 15 years. However, several contained so much sugar. Now I drink Steve continues to follow up in the Clinic LMHP 2015 LMHP 2016 LMHP 2017 National LMHP diabetes patients receiving years ago his A1c increased. He had the sugar-free alternatives,” he shared. monthly and uploads his meter from eye exam 63% 59% 59% 58%(1) been diagnosed with liver cancer and “I have learned so much about foods home every two weeks for review. LMHP diabetes patients having was undergoing treatment, making it and how they affect my body.” HbA1c test 96% 95% 94% 88%(1) difficult to manage his diabetes. “I was “My goal is to keep my numbers LMHP Goal so focused on my other health issues, I The staff also helped Steve download consistently low. I will follow up LMHP diabetes patients having let myself lapse concerning my diabetes,” the Glooko app on his smartphone with my primary care physician, Nina lipid profile 93% 91% 89% 83% Steve explained. “My A1c had risen to and taught him how to use it. Glooko Hourmouzis, M.D., of Licking Memorial LMHP diabetes patients having 9.6, so a little over a year ago, my primary helps patients understand how certain Internal Medicine, this fall,” Steve stated. microalbuminuria test 88% 86% 82% 84% care physician referred me to the Licking foods, activities, times of the day, and “The Clinic staff has been so patient National Memorial Hospital (LMH) Medication medication doses affect blood glucose, and supportive. They have helped me LMHP diabetes patients having Therapy Clinic.” allowing for easier diabetes management. tremendously. I do not know where foot exam 89% 85% 84% 80%(2) The app also shows patients what time I would be without them. I hope that Steve was using basal insulin, sliding of the day they are registering high or patients continue to be referred to the While having the testing done is important, the test results (or outcomes) indicate how well the physician, in collaboration scale insulin with meals, and metformin low levels, which days of the week are Clinic and utilize their services,” he with the patient, is managing the diabetes. The hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) test is a simple lab test that shows the average 2. amount of sugar (also called glucose) that has been in a person’s blood over an extended period of time. when he was referred to the Clinic. After the best days, and how blood glucose concluded. evaluating his case, the staff started him levels compare to previous time periods. LMHP 2015 LMHP 2016 LMHP 2017 National(1) on a set meal insulin dose with mealtime The app works by syncing all of the data The Medication Therapy Clinic moved LMHP diabetes patients with insulin and encouraged him to check his from a glucometer, insulin pump and/ from the Hospital to 88 McMillen Drive HbA1c less than or equal to 7% 57% 56% 51% 38% LMHP diabetes patients with blood sugar prior to meals and bedtime. or continuous glucose monitor, then in May 2017. The Clinic has been HbA1c less than or equal to 8% 77% 76% 72% 59% “Steve was very motivated and wanted to tracking the medication, carbohydrates, working with patients since 2003 to assist get better control of his diabetes, despite and lifestyle data, and finally creating with education and management of the People with diabetes are at high risk for heart disease. An elevated LDL (“bad”) cholesterol test reveals if an individual has all of his other medical diagnoses,” easy-to-read graphs and charts for the use of medications. The staff includes unhealthy fat levels, which increase the risk for heart disease – a very serious complication of diabetes. explained Danette Warner, PharmD, user. “I can enter insulin doses, use pharmacists, technicians, dietitians and 3. BCPS, C.D.E. the food database, and upload my nurses focused on teaching correct LMHP 2015 LMHP 2016 LMHP 2017 LMHP Goal meter readings,” explained Steve. “Tina dosing, the importance of monitoring LMHP diabetes patients with LDL less Steve followed up in the Clinic regularly (Roberts) always does an outstanding job patient condition and even lifestyle than or equal to 100 mg/dL 67% 65% 65% 50% and also met with Aundrea Parker, evaluating my readings.” By sending his changes needed to sustain good health. R.D., L.D. Together, they reviewed meter readings to the Medication Therapy Currently, more than 1,300 patients utilize The Community Case Management (CCM) program at Licking Memorial Hospital (LMH) provides services to people in the carbohydrate counting and Steve was Clinic every two weeks for review, staff the services on a monthly basis. community with diabetes. The American Diabetes Association recommends that a person with diabetes should have an HbA1c given a carb-counting workbook. He is able to make appropriate insulin dose 4. blood test at least every six months to monitor glucose levels. LMH staff members work closely with patients and their physicians to ensure that this test is performed as recommended in order to manage each patient’s condition better. diligently completed his workbook and adjustments as necessary between Licking Memorial Endocrinology staff was able to determine an insulin to appointments. provides care for patients with glandular LMH 2015 LMH 2016 LMH 2017 LMH Goal carbohydrate ratio for meals. Aundrea disorders, such as diabetes, metabolic CCM diabetes patients who also introduced Steve to CalorieKing, Steve has always been active and was disorders, thyroid disease, pituitary and obtained an HbA1c test 100% 100% 100% Greater than 85% a food search website and mobile an avid runner for years prior to his hip adrenal abnormalities and osteoporosis. application that provides nutritional replacement in 2005. He still frequents The practice is accepting new patients Per the American Diabetes Association (ADA), decreasing body weight by 7 to 10 percent can delay or prevent Type 2 diabetes information about a wide variety of foods, the Licking County Family YMCA with a physician’s referral. To make an and lower blood glucose levels. Intentional weight loss of 10 percent of body weight can result in a reduction in A1c for people 5. with Type 2 diabetes. including many chain restaurants as well regularly where he participates in the appointment, please call (220) 564-1740. as home meal items. By tapping on a Silver Sneakers program. His workouts LMH 2015 LMH 2016 LMH 2017 LMH Goal food, users can quickly access nutritional include light weight lifting and walking. *Steve is not the patient’s real name. Diabetes Self-Management Education & Support participants’ average 9.05 lbs. 8.59 lbs. 10.59 lbs. 7 to 10 lbs. facts, such as protein, fiber, saturated fat, When he is not at the YMCA, he often weight reduction (percentage 93% 93% 82% Greater than 80% trans fat, cholesterol, sodium and alcohol walks at home in nice weather. denotes amount of participants who decreased body weight by counts. 7 to 10 percent) In three months, Steve’s A1C improved “Aundrea has really gotten me from 8.9 to 7.7, then further improved Diabetes Care – How do we compare? (continued to page 20) straightened out. She has helped me to 6.6 in six months. His nighttime watch my carbs better and curb my sweet medicine has decreased by 50 percent Check out our Quality Report Cards online at www.LMHealth.org.

18 Community Connection September/October 2018 19 Diabetes Care – How do we compare? (continued from page 19) A1c is the standard for measuring blood sugar management in people with diabetes. Studies show higher A1c levels to be Understanding A1c associated with the risk of certain diabetes complications (eye, kidney and nerve disease). For every one percent decrease 6. in A1c, there is significant protection against those complications. Diabetes is a group of diseases that result separated through a laboratory a condition where the blood sugar level from excess sugar in the blood, also procedure called high pressure liquid is higher than normal, but not high LMH 2015 LMH 2016 LMH 2017 LMH Goal known as high blood glucose. Serious chromatography. Once separated, the enough to be type 2 diabetes. Someone Diabetes Self-Management Education complications can arise from the glucose can be measured and a who has a level of 6.5 percent or higher & Support participants with a decrease condition, such as cardiovascular disease percentage determined. likely will be diagnosed with diabetes. HbA1c or within normal limits 96% 92% 98% Greater than 80% and nerve, kidney or eye damage. To Test results can be skewed by recent determine if someone has the disease, More glucose circulating in the blood blood loss, anemia, kidney disease or physicians can order an A1c test. This leads to more hemoglobin being a recent blood transfusion. Data Footnotes: simple blood test measures the average glycated. Once hemoglobin is glycated, (1) Average of reported Commercial, Medicare and Medicaid/HEDIS measure (2) National Committee for Quality Assurance – NCQA Diabetic Recognition Program blood sugar level over two to three it remains in that state until the red blood Those experiencing symptoms of months prior to the test. The test also cell dies. Red blood cells live an average diabetes or are at high risk for diabetes is beneficial for tracking how well the of three to four months. Therefore, the are encouraged to talk to a physician blood sugar level is being managed. A1c level indicates the average glucose about having an A1c test or other in the blood over a two to three month glucose level test. The symptoms may A1c refers to a minor component of timespan. A1c is not affected by short- be subtle or very mild. People often hemoglobin – the oxygen-carrying term fluctuations in blood sugar experience hunger, excessive thirst and Health Tips − Lowering A1c Levels protein that gives blood its red color. concentrations due to meals, so the increased urination, fatigue, blurred About 90 percent of hemoglobin is blood test can be administered any time vision, or tingling in the hands and feet. Good Blood Sugar Control hemoglobin A – or adult type. It then of the day, without requiring the patient Risk factors for diabetes include family is further classified into type 1 or type 2. to fast. The results of the A1c test are history, high blood pressure and obesity. Many studies have shown that lowering A1c levels can help reduce the risk of complications from diabetes. For those with Type 1 is the most common type of expressed as the percentage of all When the condition is detected early, prediabetes, the progression to type 2 diabetes can be prevented by working to lower A1c levels. The following suggestions hemoglobin and has subtypes A1a, A1b hemoglobin that is glycated. nerve damage and other complications can be helpful in reducing A1c: and A1c. A1c is the most common can be avoided. For those with minor component. Sugar attaches or An A1c level below 5.7 percent is prediabetes, the progression to type 2 • Get a minimum of 150 minutes of moderate physical exercise a week – 30 minutes at least 5 days per week. binds with hemoglobin A1c which is considered normal. When the reading diabetes can be prevented by making • Eat a healthy diet. then referred to as glycated hemoglobin. falls between 5.7 and 6.4 lifestyle changes such as eating healthy, • Reduce starch and sugar intake. This combined molecule percent, it is classified losing weight and being more physically • Reduce stress. differs in size from the other as prediabetes – active. (See the Health Tips on page 20 • Stick to treatment or medication plans. components in the blood, for ways to lower and maintain A1c.) • Set and achieve weight loss goals. so it can easily be

For a person with diabetes, many physicians recommend maintaining the A1c level at 7 percent or below.

Community Education – Dining with Diabetes

Date: Thursday, October 4 Location: LMH First Floor Conference Rooms Thursday, October 11 Time: 5:30 p.m. Thursday, October 18 Speakers: Annmarie Thacker, M.S., R.D., L.D., C.D.E. Thursday, October 25 Shari L. Gallup, M.S., CHWC

Annmarie Thacker, Making smart meal choices is an important part of diabetes management, but healthy eating can be M.S., R.D., L.D., C.D.E. challenging. Dining with Diabetes is a four-part cooking school program for individuals with diabetes and their families that offers healthy alternatives in food preparation. The program, presented by Registered Dietitian Annmarie Thacker, M.S., R.D., L.D., C.D.E., and Shari L. Gallup, M.S., CHWC, will include healthy meal demonstrations, taste-testing, and discussions about carbohydrates, fats and vitamins. In addition, a three-course meal will be served at each session.

Dining with Diabetes is presented by Licking Memorial Health Systems in partnership with The Ohio State University Extension and the Licking County Senior Levy. Advance registration is required to attend the four- part program. Please call (740) 670-5315 to register. The cost, which is due at the time of registration, is $10 for senior citizens (age 60 and over) and $20 for all other participants. Space is limited – please register by Shari L. Gallup, Wednesday, September 26. M.S., CHWC

20 Community Connection September/October 2018 21 Quality Reporting Pediatric Care – How do we compare?

to the Community At Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS), we take pride in the care we provide. To monitor the quality of that care, we track specific quality measures and compare to benchmark measures. Then, we publish Patient Story and Benchmarks for Pediatric Care the data so you can draw your own conclusions regarding your healthcare choices. Immunizations are one of the safest and most effective methods to protect children from potentially serious childhood diseases. Licking Memorial Health Professionals (LMHP) monitor the percentage of children, aged 19 months to 35 months, Patient Story – The Miller* Family 1. who receive the individual and complete set of recommended immunizations. The series is frequently referred to as the 4:3:1:3:3:1 series. It consists of the following vaccines: Each week the Miller girls cannot wait weekly basis from the Licking Memorial how to select and store items and how • 4 doses of diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw), and pertussis • 3 doses of Haemophilus influenzae B (influenza type B) to visit the Farmer’s Market at the Canal Hospital Café, during the winter and at long each remains fresh,” Laura shared. (whooping cough) • 3 doses of hepatitis B Market District. “We have tried a lot the Canal Market District in Newark, A meal planning brochure, containing • 3 doses of polio • 1 dose of varicella (chicken pox) of really neat and delicious fruits and during the local growing season. nutritional facts also was included. • 1 dose of measles, mumps and rubella vegetables – it’s a lot of fun,” said Tiffany*, LMHP 2015 LMHP 2016 LMHP 2017 National age 16. “There is such a wide variety of The Millers receive Market tokens on a “The girls are more involved in meal Childhood immunization rate 88% 86% 86% 75%(1) fresh and colorful items to choose from weekly basis and typically visit the Market preparation now,” said Dorothy. “We (4:3:1:3:3:1 series) and the selection varies each week,” twice a week on Tuesday and Friday. The have learned how to make dips with commented Laura*, Tiffany’s mother. token quantity is based on the number various spices for our vegetables and often Children, aged 6 months to 18 years, 35% 32% 31% 59%(2) receiving the influenza vaccination “It’s great – we just love it!” of people in the family. Vendors at look for healthy recipes on our own too,” the Market often offer varieties of fruits she continued. LMHP providers follow Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommended vaccinations to prevent In an effort to improve affordable food and vegetables, not commonly seen in cervical cancer, varicella (chicken pox) and meningitis among adolescents. access and food security, increase local grocery market chains, such as the The vegetables are so fresh and flavorful, 2. consumption of healthy fruits and cucamelon, dessert melons and fairy that most do not need much seasoning. LMHP 2015 LMHP 2016 LMHP 2017 National Female adolescents, aged 13 to 17 years, 56% 56% 62% 42%(3) vegetables, and promote the importance eggplants. “I do not even use butter on the sweet completing HPV vaccination series of a healthy diet for young patients and corn,” commented 14-year-old Julie*. Adolescent children receiving 96% 96% 97% 83%(3) their families, Licking Memorial Health “This is certainly a more exciting way to “It tastes delicious without it. I really like varicella vaccination Systems (LMHS) recently launched the shop. The girls are more likely to want going to the Market and trying all the new Adolescent children receiving 88% 89% 91% 81% (2) meningococcal vaccination Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program to eat a vegetable that they have picked foods more than I thought I would.” (FVRx). Shelley Gittens, M.D., of out themselves fresh from a farmer’s Pharyngitis (sore throat) is a common illness in children. Most children’s sore throats are caused by viral illnesses. While Licking Memorial Pediatrics – Tamarack, bin,” explained Dorothy*, the girls’ Laura admits that her family ate many antibiotics are needed to treat bacterial pharyngitis, such are not useful in treating viral pharyngitis. Before antibiotics are introduced the Millers to the program grandmother, who also lives with them. processed foods before participating in the 3. prescribed, a simple diagnostic test needs to be performed to confirm the presence of a bacterial infection. Inappropriate use this past spring and the family has been Many of the items are harvested the same FVRx program. “Having the access to the of antibiotics for viral pharyngitis is costly, ineffective and contributes to the development of drug-resistant bacterial strains. enjoying the benefits ever since. day and most vendors accept requests fresh foods has been wonderful for our LMHP monitors and reports how many children with sore throats, aged 2 to 18 years of age, received a Group A streptococcus for specific types or quantities of items. family. We are eating and feeling better, it test before they were given a prescription for antibiotics. FVRx originally was created by “They have the opportunity to talk with is definitely a healthier lifestyle.” The girls Wholesome Wave, a nonprofit the farmers and ask about how certain are requesting more fruits and vegetables LMHP 2015 LMHP 2016 LMHP 2017 National Children with pharyngitis receiving 95% 96% 96% 78%(4) organization that develops partnership- foods are planted and grown. Everyone with each meal and all of them have lost test before antibiotics based programs that enable under-served is always very kind and also offers recipes, weight and inches, since beginning the the consumers to make healthier food choices preparation ideas and samples,” she FVRx program. LMHP screens children, aged 9 to 11 years, for high blood cholesterol levels. Studies have shown that children who have high by increasing affordable access to fresh, continued. cholesterol are more likely to have high cholesterol as adults, placing them at increased risk for heart disease. By identifying local food. LMHS has collaborated with Dorothy explained how eating the 4. at-risk children at a young age, families have an opportunity to make important lifestyle changes to diet and exercise to increase the likelihood that their children will enjoy long and healthy lives. Wholesome Wave to adapt the nutrition “The vendors take great pride in their fresher foods on a more regular basis incentive program for the Licking County products and are very accommodating has changed the tastes of less healthy LMHP 2015 LMHP 2016 LMHP 2017 LMHP Goal community. Families and/or individuals and respectful,” Laura pointed out. “They foods and they have found themselves Children, aged 9 to 11 years, 65% 58% 66% 65% qualify for the Program based on a set are just as excited to talk to us and share moving away from unhealthy snacks and receiving cholesterol screening of questions discussed during a regular their knowledge as we are to learn from meals. “I like to slice cucumbers on my check-up with a family physician or them. The Market also has been a sandwiches and we now eat a lot of fruit When a child arrives at Licking Memorial Hospital with suspected or known sexual abuse, the specially trained sexual assault pediatrician. Over the course of a year, terrific social outlet for all of us. We look for dessert, instead of ice cream or cake,” response team (SART) conducts a comprehensive evaluation of the child, including use of forensic kits to gather evidence from participants are asked to complete the forward to going, not only to talk with the Tiffany commented. 5. sexual assault victims. Complete use of this kit ensures that evidence is collected properly and submitted to law enforcement for analysis. following: vendors, but also to share ideas with other • Meet with a physician or physician’s patrons,” she added. The Millers also have benefitted from LMH 2015 LMH 2016 LMH 2017 LMH Goal care team twice during the year, free their meetings with dietitian Annmarie Forensic kit collection was complete 100% 100% 100% 100% of charge. Families receive kitchen preparation tools Thacker, M.S., R.D., L.D., C.D.E. “She has for children treated for sexual abuse • Attend four free nutrition education as well as basic information about fruits taught us about portion sizes and what Data Footnotes: (1) Estimated Vaccination Coverage* with Individual Vaccines and Selected Vaccination Series Among Children 19-35 Months of Age by State and Local Area; US, National counseling sessions, along with their and vegetables on their first visit to the a balanced meal looks like,” explained Immunization Survey Q3/2014-Q2/2015. (2) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Immunization Survey, “Flu Vaccination Coverage, United States, 2014-15 Influenza Season” updated October 30, 2016. (3) Estimated Vaccination Coverage with Selected Vaccines and Doses Among Adolescents Aged 13-17, by State/Area; National Immunization Survey-Teen (NIS- family. physician’s office. “The recipes, oils, Tiffany. “My sister is not a big breakfast Teen), United States, 2016. (4) NEW-National Committee of Quality Assurance, State of Health Care Quality Report Card 2016. • Redeem FVRx for a free basket of spices and colander are very helpful. eater, so she also has given us some great healthy fruits and vegetables on a We also appreciated the information about alternatives, like smoothies.” Tiffany Check out our Quality Report Cards online at www.LMHealth.org. Patient Story – The Miller* Family (continued on page 24) 22 Community Connection September/October 2018 23 Patient Story – The Miller* Family (continued from page 22) proudly reported losing five pounds at Annmarie take the time to explain things their physicians about it, so they also can Battle Childhood Obesity each of her weigh-ins so far. “Annmarie’s to us and are very good at following up. enjoy its benefits,” she concluded. information has been eye-opening,” We all feel very comfortable with them,” by Teaching Healthy Eating Habits commented Dorothy. “Her visual she said. Some of the vegetables that families According to the Centers for Disease created an easy tool called My Plate. The a low-calorie dip or sauce. For teenagers, examples showing the salt and sugar receive when redeeming a prescription Control, 1 in 5 school age youth in America idea is to divide a plate into fourths and engage them in the food buying process content in certain foods are shocking.” “It is great that we have one another at the LMH Café are grown in the LMH – ages 6 to 19 years old – are considered choose a variety of foods and beverages and teach them to read food labels. As the for a support system too,” added Laura. garden, located on Dickerson Street, obese. Obesity puts children at higher risk from four main food groups including teen’s appetite surges, offer healthy snacks “We have been treated with total respect, “We keep each other accountable and adjacent to the Hospital main campus. of having other chronic health conditions fruits, vegetables, grains and protein, then high in protein and fiber to help them feel kindness and courtesy from everyone are really enjoying the experience of The nearly one-acre garden yielded more and diseases including asthma, bone add a side of dairy such as milk, cheese or fuller longer. involved with this program,” Dorothy discovering new ways to eat foods. than 1,600 pounds of produce last year problems, type 2 diabetes and risk factors yogurt. Protein foods include meat, poultry, shared. “Dr. Gittens, Annmarie, the We are so appreciative of Dr. Gittens for that was utilized in the Café, or for events, for heart disease. Parents can join in the eggs, beans, nuts and seeds. Any food There are a number of ways to increase Hospital Culinary Services staff and introducing us to this program and hope patient meals and education. battle against childhood obesity by teaching made from wheat, rice, oats or cornmeal the amount of vegetables children eat. the Market vendors are always willing more members of the community talk to children healthy eating habits. Eating – including bread, pasta and cereal – are Add chopped broccoli or green peppers to to answer questions. Dr. Gittens and *These are not the patients’ real names. healthy does not require a specific diet. considered grains. Whole grains, such spaghetti sauce, top cereal with fruit slices, It is as simple as choosing fruits, vegetables, as whole-wheat flour and brown rice, or mix grated zucchini and carrots into grains, dairy, and protein-rich foods to are preferred because they include more casseroles and soups. Creating a healthy obtain the most nutrition and meet the dietary fiber and other nutrients. When eating style can improve a child’s health child’s personal calorie needs. choosing processed or packaged foods, and help maintain a healthy weight. Be LMH Hosts Fifth Annual Baby Expo check the labels for sugars, sodium and wary of foods high in saturated fat, sodium The recommended daily calorie range ingredients high in saturated fat. High and added sugars. For more information Sunday, October 14, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. for most children between the ages of amounts of sugar and fat can lead to added and suggestions from the USDA, visit John & Mary Alford Pavilion, 6 and 12 is 1,600 to 2,200 calories per calories and weight gain. www.choosemyplate.gov. day, depending on how active they are. Licking Memorial Hospital More calories are needed during early Changing eating habits can be a challenge, Join us for an afternoon celebrating the joy of childbirth! adolescence as the child begins to go and does take time. Start with small Light refreshments will be available, and guests also will through puberty. Including foods with changes over time like focusing on whole receive a variety of give-away items and a carbohydrates – the starches and sugars that fruits instead of drinking juice. Fruit juices chance to win fabulous door prizes. are converted into fuel for the body helps often contain added sugar. Add fresh, fulfill the caloric intake and maintain energy; frozen or canned vegetables to salads, Featuring select baby specialty however, it is recommended that children side dishes and favorite recipes. For vendors, safe nursery display consume foods with complex-carbohydrates picky eaters, be patient with new foods. and information on: such as beans, whole grains, vegetables and Encourage the child by talking about a fruits instead of foods with added sugars and food’s color, shape, aroma and texture. • Pregnancy care, including nutrition fat. Added sugars are sugars and syrups that Serve new foods together with the are added to foods or beverages when they child’s favorite meals. Also, try to • Breastfeeding are processed or prepared and are often make eating fruits and • Newborns’ special needs found in beverages, such as soft drinks, vegetables • “First Impressions” classes at LMH energy or sports drinks, candy, cookies, fun by cutting and jams. This does not include natural the foods • CPR for infants, children and adults sugars found in milk and fruits. into shapes or • Licking Memorial Pediatrics services serving it with • Licking Memorial Women’s Health services To engage in healthy eating habits daily and keep children interested in healthy foods, • “Quit for You, Quit for Your Baby” tobacco the United States Department of Agriculture cessation services • Vendors’ products for mothers-to-be, as well as mothers and babies • Car seat check station Health Tips − Rethink Your Drink Sugar-sweetened beverages, including soda, sweetened teas/coffees, and sports and energy drinks, can contain more than 16 teaspoons of sugar – the equivalent of three chocolate candy bars. On average, a 12-ounce serving of soda contains 36 grams – or about four teaspoons – of sugar and about 160 calories. While some sports drinks offer extra vitamins and minerals, the average FREE Event! sports drink contains about eight teaspoons of sugar in a 32-ounce bottle. That is equivalent to eating five chocolate-covered peanut butter cups.

Water is the best choice for hydration. If you want to provide more nutrients and vitamins in a beverage, serve milk or an unsweetened milk alternative such as soy, coconut or almond milk. Children only should consume 4 to 6 ounces of 100 percent For more information, please call (220) 564-4102. fruit juice each day for a healthy weight. If a child will not drink plain water, try adding berries with mint leaves, a citrus blend, cucumber and melon, or apples with a cinnamon stick to add flavor. September/October 2018 25 Donors Recognized for Contributions Donors Undesignated contributions to Licking Memorial Health Foundation benefit new technology at Licking Memorial Hospital. This section to Licking Memorial Health Foundation highlights our donors and their very generous gifts, which were recently received. New donors recently were recognized for their generous contributions to Licking Memorial Health Foundation (LMHF). The contributions assist Licking Memorial Hospital (LMH) in providing excellent, quality health care for the community with state-of-the-art technology and facilities. Capital Improvement Grants TWIGS 6 Ohio Network of Children’s Advocacy The John Alford Fellowship Centers The John Alford Fellowship was created in 1996 by the LMH Development Council to memorialize the extraordinary commitment of the Cradle Roll Hospital’s long-time friend and supporter, John W. Alford. By joining the Alford Fellowship with a commitment of $25,000 or more, a donor In honor of Emma Rae Miller Memorial affirms John W. Alford’s belief in the need for quality healthcare at the local level. By: Sheila and Ron Miller In memory of Fred Davis By: April Adams General Thomas and Christine Adams Robert H. and Patricia E. McGaughy Sarah M. Rapp LMHS President & CEO Rob Montagnese the Board of Directors until 2010 and is the Trish was born in Detroit, Michigan, William and Constance Acklin (right) and Vice President Development current Chair of the LMH Development but moved to Newark as a child and AmazonSmile Foundation Paving Our Future & Public Relations Veronica Patton (left) Council Executive Committee. Bob also has graduated from Newark High School Anonymous In honor of Lori A. Powell-Veits presented Robert (Bob) and Patricia (Trish) served the community as Vice Chair of the before attending both Miami Anonymous By: Christina Veits McGaughy with a glass recognition piece in Energy Cooperative Operation Feed Roundup University and The Ohio State Kirkersville Child Study Club honor of their commitment to the The John Board, the Immediate Past President of the University. She retired from Park Alford Fellowship. The McGaughys live in Licking Knox Goodwill Board, Past President National Bank and has been Kroger Community Rewards Newark with their golden retriever, Kimi, of the Newark Rotary Club and Past Rotary involved in the community Park National Bank and have two grown children – Patrick and District Governor. He has been honored as a past treasurer of the Larry and Penny Sargent Meredith – and four grandchildren. as the recipient of the 2010 LMH Lifetime Philanthropic Educational Marvin and Terry Snow Achievement Award, the John Alford Grand Organization Chapter DL, the Bob is a lifelong resident of Licking County Illusion Cancer Research Award, the Licking Progressive Club, and the 20th who graduated from Newark High School and County Good Scout Award, the Newark High Century Club. Trish also is a The Ohio State University. A former LMHS School Outstanding Citizenship Award and past member and President employee, he retired as Vice President Human the Licking Knox Goodwill Pat Wolfe Award of TWIGS 14 at LMH, and Resources & Development, but continued of Excellence. participates in Monday Talks. to serve the organization as a member of

The Caduceus Society The Caduceus Society was created in 1990 by the LMH Development Council to give special recognition to Licking Memorial Honorary and Active Medical Staff who support LMHS’ mission to improve the health of the community by pledging a minimum of $10,000 over a period of 10 years. This group of physician leaders continues the tradition of healthcare excellence by providing funds for the latest medical technology.

Courtney and Thomas Hagele, M.D. Courtney and Thomas Hagele, M.D., State University Wexner Medical Center. He as a Risk Manager to provide accepted a glass recognition piece from also completed a residency in dermatology education and legal advice to LMHS President & CEO Rob Montagnese and served as chief resident at University of medical staff and employees. (left) and LMHF Board Chair Patrick South Florida College of Medicine in Tampa, She received her Bachelor Guanciale (right) in appreciation of their Florida. Dr. Hagele is board certified in of Arts in Psychology and commitment to the Caduceus Society. The dermatology and has a special interest in Criminology from The Ohio Hageles reside in New Albany with their complex skin cancer, dermatologic surgery State University, and her Juris children – Helena, 4; and James, 1. and cosmetic dermatology. He is a member Doctorate from the University of the American Academy of Dermatology, of Dayton School of Law Dr. Hagele joined Licking Memorial the American Society of Dermatologic before passing the Ohio Dermatology in July 2016. He received Surgery, the American Society of Mohs Bar in 2010. Courtney is a both his Doctor of Medicine degree and Surgery, the American Society of Pediatric member of the Ohio State Master of Business Administration degree Dermatology and the American Medical Bar Association, the American with a focus in health care at Wright State Association. Bar Association, the Licking University Boonshoft School of Medicine County Bar Associations and in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Hagele completed an Courtney joined the LMHS Process the Ohio Society of Healthcare internship in internal medicine at The Ohio Improvement Department in January 2017 Risk Managers.

LMHS is proud to acknowledge those who make significant contributions to support its mission to improve the health of the community. Charitable contributions to LMHF are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Contributions are used for capital expansion, renovation projects or equipment needs. Contributions are not used for operating expenses, salaries or other day-to- day expenditures.

26 Community Connection September/October 2018 27 2018 Golf Gala Sponsors Annual Golf Gala Supports LMH CLUB SPONSOR ($7,500) Granville Inn Colleen Justice The Works IHOP Denison University Griffin’s Floral Designs and Faith Justice Your Lawn, Inc. Jafra The Licking Memorial Hospital (LMH) Corps. Ann and Tom reside in Newark Energy Cooperative; Gutridge Plumbing, Ware Shop Harold Justice Pat Jeffries ACE SPONSORS ($5,000) The Guanciale Group Jim Justice OTHER SPONSORS Kick’s Mix Book Store Development Council hosted the 2018 with their two Bernese Mountain Dogs. Inc.; Interim Healthcare of Newark; The Frontier Remodeling Co., Inc. Drs. Tom and Beth Hall Kristin Justice Advance Auto Parts – Bill Kuhlwein LMH Golf Gala at the Denison Golf Club at Together, they have three grown children – Jerry McClain Companies; Kessler Sign John Hinderer Honda Hospice of Central Ohio Justice Home Remodeling, LLC Mount Vernon Road Kyber Run Golf Course Granville on June 18. The annual golf outing Erika, Sean and Megan. Company; Limbach Company, LLC; Mill Dr. Donald G. & Patsy Jones Ann Howard Kendal at Granville Always Forward CrossFit Licking County Family YMCA Matesich Distributing Company Klarity Medical Products, LLC Diane LeMay, M.D. America’s Pizza Company, LLC The Links at Echo Springs raised funds to benefit a new state-of-the-art Tech, LLC; Northpoint Ohio; PNC Bank; MedBen KOOL 101.7FM WNKO Lepi & Associates Real Estate (Pizza Hut) Longhorn Steakhouse nurse call light system at LMH that ensures A total of 32 teams participated in the Robertson Construction; Scott Peterson of Park National Bank Lucky Cat Bakery Services Anonymous Kim Lust a rapid alert process notifying physicians 18-hole scramble. Following the round, General Graphics; Shumaker Construction, Stedman Floor Company, Inc. Amy & Jim Matesich Lepi Enterprises, Inc. Barclay Photography & Market Street Soda Works Jack W. Stickle, II Mattingly Landscape Services Licking 387 Memorial Education The Frame Up Maximum Fitness Center and staff of a patient’s condition and needs. participants enjoyed a steak dinner, as well Ltd.; SmartBill, Ltd.; US Foods; Vocera Surgical Interventions, LLC Merrill Lynch – Seth Conley Charity Fund, Inc. Bill Cost Jr. Photography Midas Auto Service Experts A touch screen station in all patient rooms as an awards ceremony featuring team Communications, Inc.; and Waste Away Merrill Lynch – Seth Conley Lombardi Water Management, Inc. Burning Tree Golf Course Ann and Tom Mullady connected to LMH’s electronic medical and individual awards. The Echo 24 team, Systems. The Driver Sponsor ($1,500) EAGLE SPONSORS ($2,500) Mortellaro McDonald’s George & Bonnie Manning Buxton Inn NCM Media Networks All Weather Systems Mosaic Employee Benefits McCullough’s Tree Service Century 21 - Phil Frye New Day Spa record will allow the staff to quickly access which included Mike Dallas, Tony Gunter, was Coughlin Chevrolet in Pastaskala, the AssuredPartners Mountjoy Chilton Medley Robert & Patricia McGaughy Cherry Valley Lodge Newark Smiles important information about the patient’s Michael Lyden and Gary McRoberts, Links Sponsor ($1,500) was Greenfield/ Claro Healthcare Ann and Tom Mullady McLain, Hill, Rugg & Associates, Chrysalis Hair Designs Ohio Lottery Commission care. Physicians and nurses can use the secured first place. Each team member Lewis Investment Counsel, and the Pro Claypool Electric Newark Heath Powerwashing, LLC Inc. Casey Claxon Old Bag of Nails Columbus Springs Hospitals Nyhart Christopher Meyer Clay’s Cafe Orme’s on Main system to send alerts to other staff members received a trophy and a round of golf at Sponsor ($1,500) was Arlington/Heath/ Courtesy Ambulance, Inc. Ohio Cancer Research Middleton Senior Living Comfrey Corner Diane Paetz when help is needed. The system also the Denison Golf Club at Granville. The Tuscany Gardens. Birdie Sponsors ($1,000) Delta Dental Veronica and Mark Patton Mid-State Systems, Inc. Cornell Clothing Plaza Pizza will be used in conjunction with a colored Frontier Remodeling team of Tom Barnhill, included Brett Lowe Mechanical, Inc.; The Energy Cooperative Polymer Technologies Morrow & Erhard Company, LPA Courtyard by Marriott Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center Gutridge Plumbing, Inc. Sanfillipo Produce Company Mow-Tivated Mowers Creative Catering Raccoon International Golf Club lighting system mounted above the door in Tom Branham, Rob Justice and Jack Treinish Canteen/Franklin Services; Coca-Cola; Interim Healthcare of Newark Sleep Care, Inc. Jerry & June Nethers Jack Crockford Roberts Centre the hallway to designate patients who might took second place. Each team member Corna Kokosing Construction; NBC4 The Jerry McClain Companies Stone Works Partners, LLC Newark Care and Rehab Deke’s Auto Roosters need extra assistance for safety reasons, such received a round of golf at The Links at WCMH TV; Reese Pyle Meyer PLL; 89.3 Kessler Sign Company Thirty One West North Valley Bank Donatos Pizza John Row Limbach Company, LLC The Tony Adams Agency – Orlando Baking Company DoubleTree by Hilton Saint Albans Golf Club as a fall risk or concern about infection. Echo Springs. Unfortunately, there was not The River; Rotary Club of Newark, Ohio; Mill Tech, LLC State Farm Diane Paetz Dunkin’s Diamonds Scott Peterson of a winner for the Hole-in-One prize, a two- Staples Business Advantage; Sunny 95; TAD Northpoint Ohio Weiler Financial, Inc. Precision Construction Steve and Cathy Ehret General Graphics “We are extremely grateful for your year lease for a new 2018 Honda Accord Sports; and WHIZ Media Group. PNC Bank Productive Consultant Company Embassy Suites SeneGence – Amanda Siddle Robertson Construction CART SPONSORS ($250) Project Construction Company The Energy Cooperative Shade on 30th partnership in our mission to improve EX-L offered by John Hinderer Honda. Scott Peterson of General Graphics Acorn Distributors ProTurf, LLC Escape It Escape Rooms, LLC Spa on the Avenue the health of the community,” Licking Prizes were awarded for the following The LMH Development Council was Shumaker Construction Advanced Spine Rehab and Queen Enterprises, LLC (Subway) Family Video – Melody Sears Doris Spriggs Memorial Health Systems President & CEO categories: established in 1987 to increase charitable SmartBill, Ltd. Athletics R&J Commercial Contracting Firehouse Subs SteamRoller Bagel Sandwiches US Foods Aesthetic Touch Painting R&R Pipeline First Federal Savings Table Rock Golf Club Rob Montagnese told the 118 golfers in giving to the Hospital, and to enhance and Vocera Communications, Inc. Affordable Air Recharge It, Inc. Good Guys Garage Texas Roadhouse attendance. “Your overwhelming support Closest to the Pin – Tom Branham, of the promote meaningful community relations for Waste Away Systems Delores Ahlborn Red Oak Pub Goumas Candyland Thirty-One Gifts – Chris Light of the 2018 LMH Golf Gala allowed us to Frontier Remodeling team, received two the Hospital. Approximately 75 community Allied Business Services Red Vette Printing Granville Golfland Tre Bri DRIVER SPONSOR ($1,500) Al’s Meat Market Redskin Transport Granville Lumber Company TrueCore Federal Credit Union exceed our fundraising goal, and will assist rounds of golf with a cart at Wyandot Golf volunteers serve on three Development Coughlin Chevrolet in Pataskala Arboris, LLC ReForm Total Fitness Green Velvet Village Coffee Company with the purchase and installation of a new Course. Council committees: Annual Support, Bill’s Bush Hog Mowing Reinhard and Daughte Insurance Griffin’s Floral Designs and Village Flower Basket nurse call light system at LMH that will help Community Relations, and Education LINKS SPONSOR ($1,500) Ed Bohren, Tom Cummiskey, Ross’ Granville Market Wine Shop Weathervane Playhouse Greenfield/Lewis Investment Pat Jeffries & David Shull Shai Commercial Real Estate Gummer Wholesale Nicki Westbrook ensure our patients receive safe and effective Longest Drive (Women) – Julie Kibler, of the and Membership. Counsel Buckeye Linen Service, Inc. Southgate Corporation Handleman Law Office Wilson’s Garden Center care.” Inn at Chapel Grove team, received two Budget Blinds of Newark Stacy R. Engle Insurance Hillcrest Golf Course – Wing, Mack, Smith and rounds of golf at Kyber Run Golf Course. PRO SPONSOR ($1,500) The Burt Family – Brady, Ann, Agency, Inc. Terry Henson Bang, D.D.S. Arlington/Heath/Tuscany Gardens Olivia & Annabelle Standard Textile Co., Inc. Hilton Columbus at Easton The Works The Honorary Chairs of the 2018 Golf Mary Jane Carrier Tru Seal Asphalt H.I.S. Wellness Center, LLC Wyandot Golf Club Gala were Ann and Tom Mullady. Ann Longest Drive (Men) – Ryan West, of the BIRDIE SPONSORS ($1,000) Center Sanctum TrueCore Foundation Hope Timber recently retired as a Legal Secretary and All Weather Systems team, received two Brett Lowe Mechanical, Inc. Central Ohio Technical College / VO2 Fitness Hopewell Federal Credit Union Canteen/Franklin Services The Ohio State University at Office Manager at the Law Office of Alan rounds of golf at Kyber Run Golf Course. Coca-Cola Newark P. Gustafson in Utica. Originally from Corna Kokosing Construction Chamber of Commerce Northwestern Ohio, she was born in Longest Putt – Rob Baladao, of NBC4 WCMH TV Government Affairs Committee Reese Pyle Meyer PLL CME Federal Credit Union Toledo and graduated from Genoa Area the Waste Away team, received 89.3 The River Coconis Furniture High School. Ann is a member of St. two rounds of golf with a cart at Rotary Club of Newark, Ohio Columbus Capital Paul’s Lutheran Church. Tom is a native of Wyandot Golf Course. Staples Business Advantage The Community Bank Sunny 95 Comprehensive Reimbursement, Flushing, New York, but he and Ann have TAD Sports Inc. called Licking County home for 33 years. This year’s Club Sponsor ($7,500) WHIZ Media Group Contender Performance Products Since retiring from the Owens Corning was Denison University. Ace Edward Jones – Tabby Hahn HOLE SPONSORS ($500) Edward Jones – Doug Stutz Newark plant, he has remained active in Sponsors ($5,000) included Allied Business Services First Federal Savings the community as a member of the LMH Frontier Remodeling Co.; John Anomatic Corporation Fun Day Events Board of Directors, LMH Development Hinderer Honda; Dr. Donald G. APS Medical Billing Globe Window Cleaning, Inc. BakerHostettler Gordon Automotive, LLC Council Community Relations Committee, & Patsy Jones; Matesich Distributing Barnes Advertising Corporation Hanover Pizza and United Way of Licking County, Newark Company; MedBen; Park National Blue Ribbon Meats Ice Cream Unlimited Rotary, Licking County Board of Health, Bank; Stedman Floor Co., Inc; Jack W. Capital Wholesale Drug Company Heartland Communications The Cawley Johnson Group, LLC HeartLight Pharmacy Services Newark Township Zoning Committee and Stickle, II; and Surgical Interventions, Centratech Heckman Lawn Service the Newark City School District Strategic LLC. Eagle Sponsors ($2,500) included Cintas HER Realtors – Karen Burger Planning Committee. Tom graduated from All Weather Systems; AssuredPartners; Dinsmore & Shohl, LLP Home Instead Senior Care Echo 24, Inc. Hunter’s Floor Covering The first-place Echo 24 team included Manhattan College with a Bachelor of Claro Healthcare; Claypool Electric; Edward Jones – Jeff & Kevin Cox The Inn at Chapel Grove Mike Dallas, Tony Gunter, Michael Lyden and Gary McRoberts. Science degree in chemical engineering. Columbus Springs Hospital; Courtesy Jean & Joseph Fondriest Jeffery W. James – Northwestern He also is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Ambulance, Inc.; Delta Dental; The Forward Advantage, Inc. Mutual Horizon Benefit Services

September/October 2018 29 Development Spotlight – Jay Young Jay Young joined the Licking members. He sees an enthusiastic Memorial Hospital (LMH) Development approach among members who want Council Annual Support Committee to make health-related educational in 2018. As a 34-year resident of opportunities available to the community. Licking County, Jay has become an “LMH offers various educational active community member through opportunities for Licking County, which Local residents enjoyed the July Walk with a Doc various organizations including the aligns very well with my personal mission Event on the TJ Evans Trail starting at Wildwood Licking County Foundation Investment to help our community. LMH has Park in Granville. Bradley Lawson, M.D., of Licking Committee, Leadership Board of Our put a stake in the ground to make the Memorial Otolaryngology, discussed surgery for Futures of Licking County, Newark Heath community a healthier place and I love thyroid and parathyroid disorders during a casual Rotary, Food Pantry Network of Licking being a part of that mission.” 40-minute walk. Dr. Lawson and Kenneth Parker, County, United Way Finance Committee, M.D., provide care for patients with disorders Jersey Baptist Church and a mentor for Jay graduated from Groveport Madison of the ears, nose and throat at Licking Memorial the Young Leaders of Licking County. High School, located in Franklin County. Otolaryngology, located at 36 McMillen Drive. After high school, he attended Franklin Jay’s service began with an interest in the University to earn a degree in accounting. The monthly program will continue throughout the Development Council because of LMH’s He currently serves as President and upcoming months with a variety of physicians, topics dedication to the community. “I have CEO at TrueCore Federal Credit Union and locations. Please refer to the back page of the been very active within the community in Newark. He is a Certified Chief Community Connection for more information. for the past 12 years, and I have seen Executive (CCE), Certified Union that the Hospital is vital to the people Development Educator (CUDE) and of Licking County. LMH is the shining Certified John Maxwell Leadership star of the community and I wanted to Trainer. Jay resides in Johnstown become a part of the Hospital family.” and enjoys spending time with his family. As a new member, Jay has been impressed with the dedication of LMHS Helps Support Licking County Development Council members and the wealth of knowledge provided to Relay for Life

The Licking County Relay for Life event Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) topics including colorectal cancer and skin took place at Indian Mound Mall on July 28 is dedicated to the early detection and cancer. Cancer screenings include free and 29. Relay for Life, the signature event treatment of cancer. In addition to mammograms to qualifying women with LMHS Announces Leadership Promotion of the American Cancer Society, features excellent patient care, LMHS provides financial need. continuous walking with the goal of raising free community education programs on Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) all applicable statutory and legislative regulations. funds to benefit cancer research through is pleased to announce the promotion of In 2016, Holly was promoted to Assistant Vice sponsorships and donations. Holly Slaughter to the position of Vice President Human Resources, continuing to President Safety & Security and Human oversee Human Resources, while also becoming During the opening ceremony, Frances Resources. responsible for Safety and Security. Horenstein, M.D., of Licking Memorial Gastroenterology, offered words of Holly joined LMHS in 2007 as a Holly graduated from Ohio Dominican University encouragement to the attendees. This Human Resources Specialist, and in Columbus with both a bachelor’s degree in year’s event featured 24 teams with 243 was promoted in 2008 to Recruitment business administration and a Master of Business participants – some of whom were cancer & Retention Manager in the Human Administration. She is a member of the Society of survivors themselves – in addition to the Resources Department. In 2010, Human Resources Managers, American Society for many friends and family members whose she again was promoted to Healthcare Human Resources Administration and lives have been impacted by cancer. Director of Human Resources, the Licking County Human Resource Management Together, they raised over $61,393 toward with responsibility for Association. She serves as Vice President on the a goal of $108,000 for cancer research. overseeing the organization’s Licking County Aging Program Board of Directors The event included fun games, a superhero compensation program, and as the Project SEARCH Steering Committee costume contest and a food truck for the recruitment and retention, Co-Chair. Holly lives in Heath with her husband, participants to enjoy. Some attendees also employment practices, Jason, and their two children. took part in an honorary Survivors Lap to employee relations, recognize those who have won the fight employee development against cancer, as well as a Luminaria programs, and Ceremony in remembrance of lost compliance with loved ones.

30 Community Connection September/October 2018 31 Retiree Spotlight – Elaine Denman LMH Volunteens

Elaine Denman grew up in Care Unit and as part of the nursing staff than ever, and recovery times are much During the summer, six high school daily hospital life,” said Azaria. “My Many rewarding volunteer opportunities Licking County. She always felt a sense in the Intensive Care Unit. shorter. It is amazing seeing the benefits students donated their time as favorite part of volunteering is interacting are available at LMH for teens and of community and a desire to serve and and rewards of these advances for better volunteens at Licking Memorial with different patients and being able to adults. To learn more about these care for others. She spent time as an Elaine recently retired from 2-West, and care,” Elaine said. When the Hospital first Hospital (LMH). The students offered put a smile on their faces when I help opportunities, please call (220) 564- emergency medical technician, and as a although she misses her co-workers and started using computers, it took time to support in a variety of services including them.” 4044, or visit www.LMHealth.org and caretaker in a nursing facility before taking patients, the timing of her retirement adapt and was challenging for some staff greeting visitors at the reception desk, select “About Us” then “Volunteers” a position at Licking Memorial Hospital worked out perfectly for her family. Her members to use the equipment. Now, offering directions to patients, providing Students at least 16 years old are eligible from the menu. (LMH) as a point of care technician. two daughters, Tricia and Tiffany, now the staff would find it difficult to complete wheelchair assistance and more. to become a member of the While working the night shift, Elaine have daughters of their own. Elaine and daily duties without using the available LMH Volunteer Department. attended Ohio University – Zanesville her husband, Ernie, who also retired technology. The LMH Volunteens include: A volunteer application, and obtained her nursing recently, now are able to spend several • Rachel Allen • Megan McCament reference and degree. She spent a days a week caring for their 1-year-old As for her own accomplishments, Elaine • Emily Heeralal • Nicholas Summers background checks, total of 28 years granddaughter, Adeline, who lives in considers growth and learning her most • Azaria Mango • Matthias Young and training are also with LMH Gahanna. The couple also travels often valuable achievement. “You cannot required prior to including to visit 7-month-old, Elle, in Washington, know everything with the vast amount Many of the volunteens have an interest assuming the time in the D.C. “I feel busier now than I felt while of conditions and needs in the medical in pursuing a career in health care. responsibilities as Coronary working; although, I do still have the field. If you are not learning every day, The students were placed in areas that an LMH Volunteen. feeling that I have to return to work after you are not supplying the best care provide first-hand experiences related a visit or trip,” Elaine said of retirement. possible for the patient.” The commitment to their interests. Certain departments, In addition to her grandchildren, she also to growth and providing the most up- such as Laboratory and Oncology, cares for her mother. to-date equipment and procedures utilized the volunteens to transport Pictured left to right are: throughout LMH encouraged her to stay specimens. The students also assisted Megan McCament, Azaria Mango, During her career with LMH, Elaine with the organization for so long. Elaine in the Volunteer Office helping a Rachel Allen, Emily Heeralal and witnessed many advancements in patient appreciated the respect and care the variety of departments with special Matthias Young. Not pictured: care. Her first experience as a nurse leadership displays for every staff member. projects and hospital deliveries. Nicholas Summers. included using paper flow charts to track a patient’s medicines, treatments and Since her retirement, Elaine has found Azaria Mango applied as an LMH vital information. That soon changed time to enjoy some relaxation. She and volunteen to prepare for a future career. with the introduction of computers and Ernie spent 18 days visiting beaches in “I plan on pursuing a medical career, so programs designed to not only track basic Florida, including Naples. She hopes to I wanted to get a better understanding of information, but also alert staff of possible continue traveling and spending time with concerns. “New technology, equipment her daughters and granddaughters, and and procedures are saving more lives eventually volunteer in the community. Volunteer Spotlight – Dolly Landrum LMHS Retirees Reunite at Annual Dinner Dolly Landrum has been making a difference at volunteer opportunity allows me to stay Licking Memorial Hospital (LMH) through her volunteer active and talk with many nice individuals More than 100 Licking Memorial Health additional space for physician practices service since 2014. She has accumulated over 422 hours in Licking County.” Systems (LMHS) retirees gathered at and a Wellness Center for visitors and of service while volunteering with the Granville Thrift Shop the Annual Retiree Dinner on July 16 employees. every Friday. “I love to talk to people, and my role at the She offers a piece of advice for those who to reconnect with former coworkers Thrift Shop allows me to interact with customers and learn may be interested in volunteering, “There and learn about new developments Rob also expressed appreciation to the their stories.” are so many great opportunities to help within LMHS. During the event, Vice retirees. “LMHS retirees have had a and there is always someone that you can President Human Resources & Support significant impact on the success of the Dolly was born in Somerset, Kentucky, but later moved to assist. At LMH, I found that this opportunity Services Anne Peterson welcomed and Hospital,” said Rob. “The hard work and Southwest Ohio and attended Kings High School in Kings allows me to interact with people and lend thanked retirees for their years of service dedication of the retirees have given their Mills, Ohio. She met her husband in Dayton where they a listening ear to help others who need it.” to LMHS. Director of Pastoral Care Jeff successors an understanding of what an remained until relocating to Licking County. Once settled Smith offered a prayer for retirees at the LMHS employee should be—a leader in Heath, Dolly became the Executive Director at the Dolly likes to spend her time doing beginning of the celebration. who strives to improve the health of the American Cancer Society of Licking County which allowed various outdoor activities. She community.” her to interact with volunteers, employees and community also enjoys spending time with her During the event, LMHS President & members. family including her three children, CEO Rob Montagnese outlined current LMHS is one of Licking County’s five grandchildren and eight great projects, including the expansion of largest employers with more than Dolly’s LMH volunteer experience has been formed by her grandchildren. She is an active the Licking Memorial Medical Campus 2,000 employees. To learn about interaction with fellow volunteers and customers at the Thrift member of First Baptist Church at 1717 West Main Street in Newark. employment opportunities, please Shop. “I am a very active person, and I am always looking of Heath and volunteers in their The expansion will provide physical, visit www.LMHealth.org. to do something or socialize with people,” said Dolly. “This food pantry program. occupational and speech therapies, 32 Community Connection September/October 2018 33 LMHS and the John W. Alford Center for Service Learning at Denison University LMHS Participates in invite you to Family Movie Night for a FREE screening of Pataskala Street Fair and Parade

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) staff members joined in the fun of the annual Pataskala Street Fair from August 15 to 18 by providing an informational booth that highlighted the healthcare services available at the Pataskala Health Campus. Dermatologist Laurie Schaeffer, D.O., and Emergency Medicine Physician Kevin Finley, M.D., also supported the community event by participating in the Pataskala Street Fair Parade on August 18.

Located at One Healthy Place, off State Route 16 on the east side of Pataskala, the Pataskala Health Campus offers a range of services, including: Licking Memorial Urgent Care, Licking Memorial Pediatrics, Licking Memorial Women’s Health, Licking Memorial Family Practice, Licking Memorial Physical Therapy, Licking Memorial Dermatology, Licking Memorial Ultrasound Services and Licking Memorial Hospital Laboratory Services.

LMHS Purchases Hartford Fair Steer Pool on a two-story inflatable big screen! Grand Champion Inflatable fun areas and games also will be available at this Thursday event to start the weekend early since local students have no school on Friday! At the 160th Hartford Fair, Licking Memorial Health Date: Thursday, October 18 Systems (LMHS) purchased the • Free health screenings will be available. Steer Pool Grand Champion for Time: Arrive at 6:00 p.m. for fun and games • Free popcorn and beverages will be provided. $5,444.80. Owned by Chelsea The movie will begin at 7:15 p.m. • Please bring lawn chairs or blankets. Graham, the steer weighed in Location: Bryn Du Mansion front lawn, • Children must be accompanied by an adult. at 1,322 pounds. A resident • Alcoholic beverages, tobacco products and pets are not allowed. of Frazeysburg, Chelsea is a 537 Jones Road NE, Granville member of Valley Traditions 4-H Club. LMHS plans to donate the For more information, call (220) 564-1560. beef to the Salvation Army of Note: If inclement weather occurs, the event will be held in the Bryn Du Fieldhouse. Licking County.

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Walk with a Doc First Impressions − Maternal Child Classes Saturday, September 29, 9:00 a.m. • Childbirth Education Classes • Newborn Basics Class Blackhand Gorge, off State Route 146 on Toboso Road • Stork Tour • Breastfeeding Class Lori Elwood, M.D., of Licking Memorial Pathology, will • Friends and Family Infant CPR • Sibling Preparation Class discuss hereditary cancer screening. For more information or to register, call (220) 564-2527 or visit www.LMHealth.org. Saturday, October 20, 9:00 a.m. The Dawes Arboretum Community Blood Pressure Screenings Kevin Ouweleen, M.D., of Licking Memorial Orthopedic Second and Fourth Thursdays of each month, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Surgery, will discuss current concepts in orthopedics. Licking Memorial Wellness Center at C-TEC Events 150 Price Road in Newark Walk with a Doc events are free of charge; however, registration No charge. Open to the public. is required. Each walk lasts approximately 40 minutes. Healthy snacks and blood pressure screenings will be provided. To No appointment required. Call (740) 364-2720 for more details. register, please call LMHS Public Relations at (220) 564-1560. Diabetes Self-Management (a four-class series) Baby Expo Every Wednesday, 12:00 Noon to 2:00 p.m. Sunday, October 14, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Licking Memorial Diabetes Learning Center John & Mary Alford Pavilion 1865 Tamarack Road in Newark Licking Memorial Hospital Please see page 24 for more details. Registration and physician referral are required. To register, please call (220) 564-4722. For information on course fees, call Movie Night (220) 564-4915. Fees vary depending on insurance coverage. Thursday, October 18, 6:00 p.m. Bryn Du Mansion front lawn, Granville Ask the Doc Please see page 35 for more details. Second and fourth Saturdays of each month, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. No charge. Open to the public. Active•Senior Bingo Shepherd Hill, 200 Messimer Drive in Newark Thursday, November 8, 3:00 p.m. A physician will answer questions about chemical dependency Café, Ground Floor and treatment options. Call (220) 564-4877 for more Licking Memorial Hospital information. For more information or to register, call (220) 564-1560. Please see page 9 for more details. Community Community

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