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Your local guide to good health from Samaritan Health Services

Brownsville woman has new life after weight loss surgery [20] Your wellness is more than physical [4] Bad news results in better health habits [14]

Community classes [30]

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FEATURE Heart to Heart 4 Your wellness is more than physical President/CEO 8 Real people make real change Larry A. Mullins, DHA Health and fitness Editorial Team 9 Local athlete sidelined by shoulder injury returns to play, moves on to OSU football Heather Burton • Josh Cox • Audrey DeKam 10 Refuel your workout with protein Julie Jones Manning • Molly Marcum 10 Competition spurs SamFit member’s weight loss Jennifer Nitson • Evonne Walls 11 SamFit set to unveil Albany facility Writers Prevention Teal Anderson • Elizabeth Bardon 12 This summer, add broccoli to your diet! Heather Burton • Brad Canfield 12 A family garden boosts healthy diets and relationships Marti Cersovski • Josh Cox • Audrey DeKam 13 Warm weather safety tips for parents Lisa Ely • Kellye Hildebrandt • Ben Hoffman 14 Bad news results in better health habits Janelle Iverson • Julie Jones Manning 16 Bone health Q & A Molly Marcum • Betsy Meidinger Jennifer Nitson • John Norris Your health 17 Samaritan’s upgraded robotics program benefits Ian Rollins • Evonne Walls patients, enhances training for surgeons 17 What’s behind the doors at Samaritan Medical Supplies? Published by 17 Breast pumps often covered by insurance Samaritan Health Services 18 Medical home makes positive changes in patient health 20 Brownsville woman has new life after weight-loss surgery Samaritan Health Services 21 Calling all cancer survivors! Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center 21 Osteopathic manipulative therapy can help ease pain Intercommunity Health Network during birthing Samaritan Albany General Hospital Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital Many classes and support groups SHS news Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital 22 From the president: Record-breaking philanthropy are available in your community supports health mission, new projects Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital 23 Research program changes name, expands activities Samaritan Health Physicians View our listings beginning on page 30 > Partners 23 Social media and your health privacy Samaritan Health Plans 24 Samaritan Cancer Program fundraising campaign underway Samaritan Specialty Physicians 24 Samaritan named third healthiest employer in the nation in your Wiley Creek Community 25 Coordinated Care Organization adds dental care for health its members © 2014 by Samaritan Health Services 26 In honor of our Samaritan Society members To find the right health care partner for you, On the cover Community classes and support 30 Healthy living call 1-800-863-5241. Letters to the editor Brownsville resident Kerri Crouch finds improved Please send your questions and physical health and emotional wellness after 32 Childbirth preparation and family services comments to Julie Jones Manning, weight loss surgery. See story on page 20. 33 Diabetes education and support 3600 NW Samaritan Drive, 34 Cancer education and support Corvallis, OR 97330 Cover and feature photos by Karl Maasdam 35 Community services or to [email protected] Photography. 5

For years, Albany resident Julie Dahlin watched her health Family physician Kevin Ewanchyna, MD, urgent care spiral downward ­— continuously telling herself she could physician and chief medical officer for Samaritan Health manage her challenges alone. Plan Operations, was not involved with Dahlin’s care, but said he’s seen many people with complex medical conditions “There was a point where it was hard to even leave my who also have a hard time knowing how to take the first house,” recalled Dahlin, 39. “There were so many factors step toward improved health. contributing to my health issues.” “It takes understanding and a special skill set to let human Dahlin struggled with her weight. She had asthma. beings recognize that one area of their life is affecting another Knee and joint pain slowed her down. She was diagnosed — that a deficiency in one aspect of wellness could likely affect with atrial fibrillation. And, most debilitating of all, Your wellness is another aspect of wellness,” said Ewanchyna. “Stress and she suffered from anxiety and panic attacks. mental health can play a significant role but we are often taught “Things got really bad after I stopped working at my job to stifle this feeling, be strong, and not let our doubt be shown so that I could be home with my two young daughters,” to those around us for fear that it may make us seem weak.” more than physical. said Dahlin. “I recognized my problems, but I just didn’t Ewanchyna referred to the eight aspects of wellness¹ as an have any idea how to fix them.” important concept in the quest for improved individual and In addition to these challenges, Dahlin was under community health. Samaritan Health Services is working tremendous stress. She and her husband were struggling to share this information with its own employees, health financially and in their relationship. Dahlin looks back plan members and broader community. The factors on the and recognizes what a strong impact this stress had on following page are interrelated, and all contribute to her physical and emotional health. health and a sense of well-being. Continued on page 6.

4 7 Eight aspects of wellness

Body Emotions Community Work Mind Finances Environment Spirit The health of your body is Your attitude and how you Having a sense of connection Personal satisfaction through Continuous learning in life can Satisfaction with your Your environment plays a role Having a sense of purpose and influenced by physical activity, cope with life and relationships and a support system can work and school can affect improve your intellectual financial situation impacts in your health. Seek out and believing in something matters. nutrition, sleep and other impacts your health. It’s positively influence your wellness. It’s important to find wellness. Taking classes, reading overall well-being. Be create pleasant, stimulating Spend time focusing on your factors. Improvements can important to be aware of your well-being. Talk with supportive work-life balance, communicate books and researching things thoughtful about budgeting environments that support spiritual outlook and find be made by adding more feelings and seek support when family and friends and make an with your manager when you that interest you can help keep and seek out resources well-being and find experiences meaning in life. minutes of exercise to your upsetting emotions become effort to connect with people need support and take breaks your mind sharp and agile. when needed. that have a calming effect. day, choosing healthier foods difficult to manage. on a daily basis. Volunteering to focus on other aspects of life. and seeing your primary care and belonging to social groups doctor regularly. can play a helpful role.

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In Dahlin’s case, many of the eight aspects of wellness in her worker at Calapooia Family Medicine) was able to open my people are stressed because they don’t have enough money resources, there are many ways to get help. People can life were deficient. She was challenged physically, emotionally, eyes to a number of local resources to help financially.” to pay bills or buy food, there can be real consequences always ask to speak with a social worker in the hospital.” environmentally and financially. But, she wanted to get on health.” In Newport, medical social worker Rebecca Fransham visits “What’s important is to educate yourself,” she continued. better and she took the first step by detailing her concerns patients in a number of departments at Samaritan Pacific Fransham helps people apply for financial assistance through “Understand everything that affects your well-being and to her primary care physician. Soon, she was connected Communities Hospital. Many patients are dealing with more Samaritan, refers patients to prescription assistance programs, make small changes to improve. And when you need help, with a social worker, dietitian and psychiatrist through her than just a physical condition. and identifies state and federal programs such as food stamps ask for it. It’s not a sign of weakness to ask for help.” health care team at Calapooia Family Medicine in Albany. and the Women, Infants and Children Food and Nutrition “I see the eight aspects of wellness as a wheel — it won’t Go to samhealth.org/TodayIAm to learn what may be “I was finally able to pinpoint my issues and find ways to Service (known as WIC) when appropriate. turn when one area is off,” said Fransham. “One of the affecting your wellness. solve them,” said Dahlin. “Medication for my panic disorder most common and impactful aspects is finances. When “Many people are not aware of the resources available to was extremely helpful, and Jenepher Woods (a medical social ¹Adapted from Swarbrick, M. (2006). A Wellness Approach. them,” said Fransham. “From finances to mental health Psychiatric Rehabilitation Journal, 29(4), 311–314. 6 9 Photo coming

Real people make real change FITNESS AND HEALTH Local athlete sidelined by shoulder injury returns to play, moves on to OSU football

Tanner Sanders has a lot on his mind as he finishes up his senior year at Crescent Valley High School in Corvallis. The 18-year-old quarterback is focused on doing well in his final high school classes and competing this spring in his last baseball season. He’s also excited about his commitment to play football for Oregon State University after graduation. What he’s not concerned about — at least not anymore — is a serious shoulder injury that sidelined him for months earlier in his high school career.

“I often forget about it until I see my scar in the mirror,” said Tanner. “There was a time when it was on my mind a lot, but now I’m full strength and I just have a cool scar.”

The injury occurred during Tanner’s sophomore season Name: Christine TerpackPhoto coming Name: Nadine Greiner Name: Dustin Walker while playing a game against Lebanon High School. Age: 36 Age: 80 Age: 33 “It was the fifth game of the season and Tanner was Health challenge: Terpack was warned Health challenge: Until a year ago, Greiner Health challenge: Walker had a heart in at quarterback when he rolled out of the pocket by her primary care physician that she was enjoyed good health her entire life — only attack at age 32. Leading up to his health and got hit hard by a defender,” recalled Tanner’s nearing a type 2 diabetes diagnosis and that going to the hospital to have her babies. emergency, his diet was filled with red meat, father, Scott. “He separated his left shoulder she needed to make lifestyle changes. With But after a hip replacement in 2012, Greiner frozen pizza and dessert. “I come from a (non-throwing) and all four ligaments were torn.” no changes made, she received a full-blown wasn’t feeling well and testing revealed she family of bigger people. We love to eat and diabetes diagnosis six months later at age had Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, we’re not extremely healthy,” said Walker. The Sanders family consulted a number of physicians 34. She was struggling with stresses such emphysema and sleep apnea. She struggled And while he enjoyed playing basketball, and trainers to decide what to do next. Some athletes as work/life balance, emotional eating and to accept that she’d need to use a CPAP he lacked a consistent exercise routine. with a separated shoulder continue to play with the lack of aerobic exercise. machine for her sleep apnea every night. injury, expecting that the ligaments will heal on Solution: Four months after his heart attack, “I was frustrated but I didn’t want to talk to their own over time. But the Sanders chose to Solution: Terpack removed all the unhealthy Walker joined the cardiac rehabilitation anyone about it,” said Greiner. “I’d always repair the ligaments and turned to orthopedic food from her kitchen, started eating program at Samaritan Albany General dealt with things on my own.” surgeon Luis Vela, DO, to perform the surgery. smaller portions, began journaling what she Hospital. Under medical supervision, he ate and made a new diabetic recipe every Solution: Nadine participated in the Living embarked on an intensive workout routine, “I didn’t want to take the risk of not healing properly and having weekend. She met with diabetes educators Well with Chronic Conditions class sponsored which he continues today. He encourages a weak shoulder,” said Tanner. “I wanted it fixed once and for all. once a month at Good Samaritan Regional by Samaritan Health Services in Lebanon last others who are just starting their journeys My parents did a lot of research and picked Dr. Vela to do the surgery.” Medical Center (where Terpack works as fall. The supportive environment gave her a and thrives on the camaraderie. In addition, Tanner had a reconstruction of his acromioclavicular (AC) joint, an administrative assistant). new outlook on dealing with her health issues. he overhauled his diet, shopping for produce which left him immobilized for four weeks before beginning instead of processed frozen foods. “I learned to look at the whole picture of my “I felt free to open up and talk about things,” a rehab program lasting approximately three months. health,” she said. Terpack now takes walking she said. “I discovered that really helped me.” “I’m seeing such great results it has become “Dr. Vela talked us through the entire process — from surgery through breaks to de-stress and has found that The class also reminded her about healthy a way of life,” he said. rehab — and everything went exactly as planned,” said Scott. talking with others about diabetes gives eating and the importance of exercise. Today, “I’m very happy with how everything went,” said Tanner. “I think her a sense of wellness. she’s grown accustomed to using her CPAP my left shoulder is now stronger than ever before. I feel good and is maintaining a healthy lifestyle and and prepared to have a great football career.” Copyright 2014 Eric J. Marshall positive outlook on life. 8 11

Refuel your workout with protein SamFit set to unveil FITNESS AND HEALTH Recovery is an important part of any exercise routine. Refueling how much protein is the right amount? The American Journal of Albany facility your body with proper food and drink after a workout is essential Clinical Nutrition says 20 grams is the best amount of post-workout for weight loss and fitness gains. protein to maximize muscle growth and repair. Protein helps build Renovations to the new Albany SamFit, formerly the Albany enzymes that allow your body to adapt to aerobic activity. Some Athletic Club, are now complete. The extensive remodel Workouts require fuel in the form of carbohydrate and protein before easy post workout snacks packed with protein are: features facility upgrades, new exercise equipment, new and after. But for long-lasting energy and to rebuild lean muscle, carpet, lighting and paint throughout, and a variety of new health and wellness services.

“We are excited to share the upgraded and more modern facility with the community and our members,” said Joshua Gustafson, director of Health, Wellness and Fitness at An ADA lift will also be added so that members with Samaritan Health Services. “By providing a fun, friendly disabilities can access services on the second floor. And the and supportive atmosphere in each of our facilities, each fitness café has been redesigned and will serve members member at SamFit can receive the attention, tools and nutritious snacks, drinks and coffee. Chicken, turkey Eggs (three) Low-fat or 1% milk Whey powder Greek yogurt (5.3 oz) resources they need to make their personal goals a reality.” or tuna (3 oz) (16 oz) (30g scoop) “The renovated facility is really second to none for those 19g protein, 232 calories 15g protein, 80 calories According to Gustafson, some of the more significant changes 8–22g protein, About 17g protein, 24g protein, 110 calories seeking a place of support and comfort, which includes Hard-boiled eggs are most It’s easy to carry and to the facility include remodeling the main floor into a large 66–100 calories 90–140 calories advanced fitness equipment and expert level health-related convenient, but it’s also This milk-derived product packed with protein. open space that features a full line of new Precor exercise services,” said Gustafson. Wrap one of these easy to scramble a few Refresh and rebuild at continues to rule the gym. Skip yogurts with fruit equipment, including more than 30 pieces of cardiovascular options in a piece of (no more than seven per the same time. Studies Mix it with low-fat milk and sugar to avoid equipment with personal flat screen TVs and Internet capabilities, Like its companion locations in Corvallis and Lebanon, the 100 percent whole-grain week) in the morning indicate that milk may be instead of water if you unnecessary calories. as well as a full array of circuit machines, a private stretching Albany SamFit provides personal training services, as well as bread. Four thin slices of before you walk out the ideal post-workout want a bit more protein To add flavor, drop in and functional training area and a full line of free weights. health and wellness coaching to its members. All SamFits chicken or turkey provide beverage for building and a better taste, but be are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. the door. Don’t sweat a few real berries or Additionally, the second story balcony was transformed 14 grams of protein, muscle if you’re in a sure to use high-quality the fat — it’s healthy some nuts. into classroom space, offering Zumba, yoga, spinning, SamFit Albany is located at 380 NW Hickory St. and can while half a can of tuna time crunch and need a protein such as 100 and filling. circuit training, core training, Tai Chi, nutrition be reached at 541-812-3300. For more information, visit has nearly 22 grams. balance between carbs, percent hydrolyzed or AreYouSamFit.com. education, CPR and more. protein and a little fat. isolate whey.

Competition spurs SamFit member’s weight loss and improved health status Signing up to participate in the 10-week SamFit Hollywood Challenge weighed in at the beginning of the event, after six weeks and at infrequently at best. “I had lost 12 pounds in the six months leading His commitment to working out and eating less paid off. At the at SamFit’s Corvallis location last year was the extra incentive Elijah the conclusion of competition. Prizes, including a Vizio 32” LED flat up to the beginning of the competition,” said Davis. Once the contest beginning of the Hollywood Challenge, Davis weighed 246 pounds. Ten Davis needed to take his fitness and health to the next level. screen television, juicer and SamFit apparel, were awarded to the started, however, Davis didn’t miss a day at the gym; often going weeks later, he was down to 193, named the grand prize winner in both top three winners in two categories: percentage of body weight before and after work and sometimes at lunch as well. the percentage of body weight lost and total gym usage categories. “The contest gave me a new goal,” said Davis, 33. “Halfway through lost and total gym usage. the competition, I really started competing and pushing myself.” “I was really out of shape and heavy when I started. I really pushed “I’ve always struggled with my weight. This competition helped me

HEALTH AND FITNESS Participants also selected celebrity avatars to represent them during my body. When my weight loss would slow, I would change up my get back to the weight I was in high school, and that’s been really SamFit developed the weight-loss challenge to help inspire its the challenge. Before the challenge got under way, Davis, who workouts to keep my body guessing,” said Davis. “I also started amazing,” said Davis. members to achieve breakthrough levels of fitness. Participants selected Jack Black as his celebrity avatar, was using the gym using a mobile app to track my calories and went from eating 10 2,500 a day to 1,500.” 13

This summer, add

broccoli to your diet! Warm weather safety tips for parents PREVENTION

Broccoli is naturally low in calories Warmer weather typically means fresh air, camping trips bicycle crashes. Let your children pick their own helmets and includes vitamin C, vitamin A, iron, and fun in the sun and water. Keep your children safe and they will be more likely to wear them regularly. this summer with these safety tips from Letrice Blair, MD, calcium, phyto-nutrients and folates. Never forget sunscreen: Regardless of age, never leave the house of Mid-Valley Children’s Clinic in Albany: Try out this recipe to include the healthy without first applying a sunscreen with a minimum of 15 sun benefits of broccoli into your life! Prevent second story falls: Window screens alone will not protective factor (SPF). Younger children need additional prevent a child from falling from second story windows. protection from the sun, so a higher SPF sunscreen should Broccoli Mandarin Orange Salad Instead, leave windows reachable by children closed, or be applied every few hours. Don’t forget a sunhat, too! install window stops or operable window guards and Avoid burns: Whether you’re roasting marshmallows or grilling Adapted from Produce for Better don’t leave windows open more than 4 inches. Health Foundation your favorite meal, avoid painful burns by communicating Practice water safety: From a backyard swimming pool to a with children the dangers of hot surfaces. Never leave your Ingredients Family garden boosts healthy weekend at the beach or lake, always be aware of the dangers children unsupervised, even for a moment, and always have 5 cups broccoli florets of water with young children. Even if your child can swim, an extinguisher and items on hand to treat a burn. 2 Tbsp. almonds diets and relationships never allow swimming alone or unsupervised. Always empty 2 – 11 oz. cans of mandarin orange Letrice Blair, MD, is a pediatrician who works with infants, Are you searching for a great family activity for this spring and summer? A family or secure your pool, and make sure your child’s life vest is sections, well drained children and teens from birth to age 18 at Mid-Valley garden may be the answer you are looking for to help strengthen the family bond, 1 orange, grated peel and juice properly fitted. Children’s Clinic in Albany. For more information, enjoy time outside and learn how to grow and enjoy your own fresh produce. or to make an appointment, call 541-812-5111. 5 green onions, chopped Use your head when biking: Accidents happen. So make sure 3 Tbsp. white vinegar Oregonians are fortunate to live in a mild climate that offers prime gardening your child is sporting a properly fitted bike helmet, which is 1 Tbsp. sugar weather. However, not all families have the outdoor space available to garden. If this the single most effective way to avoid head injuries from 1 Tbsp. olive oil is the case, consider starting with a windowsill herb garden. Just like a full-sized garden, a small herb garden will provide the same great benefits to your family, Directions just with more spice. You can also look into community gardens in your area. Steam broccoli florets in covered saucepan for three minutes. Remove May is a great time to begin your garden with broccoli, celery, cucumbers, kale, and rinse with cold running water until lettuce, onions, peppers and tomatoes. To successfully grow your chosen food, broccoli is no longer warm. Place broccoli it is important to understand the specific needs of the produce you wish to grow. in serving bowl and chill, covered. Also, supply your garden with fertilized and tilled soil to offer the essential Meanwhile, in a medium-sized bowl, nutrients your small crop will need as it matures. combine almonds, drained mandarin Fresh-from-your-garden produce will give you and your family vital nutrients. oranges, grated peel and juice from Fruits and vegetables are naturally low in calories and fat, contain essential fiber orange, green onions, and remaining and minerals, have no cholesterol and are often high in vitamins A and C. ingredients. Toss gently and allow to Though fruits and vegetables are not always a favorite among picky eaters, creating stand at room temperature for about a family garden will involve your picky eater from where it all begins with a seed, 15 to 30 minutes. When ready to serve, to the final creation on the plate. This may spark interest in trying new foods, pour marinated orange mixture on form a sense of accomplishment and provide many delicious rewards in the end! PREVENTION chilled broccoli and toss gently. Serves: 6 With a family garden, no matter the size, you will likely see your family grow just Nutritional information per serving as much as your vegetables. 84 calories, 3.4g fat, 19mg sodium, 13g carbohydrates, 3g fiber, 3g protein 12 15 PREVENTION . samhealth.org/SHVI more about Samaritan about more Heart & Vascular has offered free heart health screenings screenings health heart free has offered in Albany, Corvallis, Lebanon, Lincoln Lebanon, Corvallis, Lincoln Albany, in shares his health focus with co-workers shares his health focus with co-workers see Montagne. by bringing in fresh fruits, fresh in by bringing vegetables, water and coffee every week, for all and for every coffee week, water and he appreciates theand appreciates he opportunity to talk with her, and thank talk for her with her, Pierson continues to attend the attend free to continues Pierson employees to enjoy free of charge. of free enjoy to employees heart year. each health screenings Samaritan Heart & Vascular Institute Institute & Vascular Heart Samaritan His results have improved dramatically, dramatically, improved have results His City andout Newport 2006. find City since To launching me on this on me journey.” launching Castle Furniture in Albany, Pierson Pierson Castle Albany, in Furniture Institute, visit samhealth.org/SHVI As the head of operations for Wood As Wood for the operations head of “It’s great to be able to sit down and sit to be able to great “It’s positive food choices. being focus His shifted from better. wrap with iced tea or water instead water teawrap or with iced 50 and I wasn’t getting any younger. 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What’s behind the doors at Bone health Q & A Samaritan Medical Supplies? YOUR HEALTH with Krystal Plotts, MD Breast pumps and lactation equipment. Walkers and crutches. Sleep-assistance equipment, As you grow older, you may want to begin thinking about your bone health. Osteoporosis is compression socks and more. a disease that gradually weakens the bones, causing them to become brittle and prone to What do these medical supplies have in common? fracture. Risk factors include having a small or thin build, excessive smoking or drinking, They’re all available at Samaritan Medical Supplies living an inactive lifestyle or chronically using certain medications such as steroids. Upgraded robotics program benefits locations throughout the mid-valley and in Lincoln County. Boost your bone Q: I feel fine, quite healthy and exercise every day, so do I have to worry about osteoporosis? patients, enhances training for surgeons “We rent and sell everything from a cane to the kind of A: Unfortunately, osteoporosis can progress quietly and may not be symptomatic until you have equipment hospice patients need at home,” said health with Thanks to a recent upgrade to its robotic technology, Samaritan Health Services a fracture — which can be both painful and disabling. Avoiding risk factors within your control Stephanie Rhoades, director of operations for weight-bearing is now just one of a few health care systems in the region offering its patients and boosting bone health with weight-bearing exercise and appropriate amounts of calcium Samaritan Medical Supplies. the latest in this state-of-the-art approach to surgical care with dual console. exercise, and vitamin D can help, but they do not replace the need for appropriate screening. There are And through Samaritan Medical Supplies, some of appropriate also medications that may need to be taken, depending on your bone density measurements. “This new technology offers tremendous benefit to our patients, especially for these items are even covered by your insurance. amounts of those who have more complicated procedures that would typically require a large Breast pumps are an example. calcium and Q: What is the best kind of calcium supplement? abdominal incision,” said Corvallis-based general surgeon, Don Yarbrough, MD. vitamin D and a A: The very best way to get your calcium is from your diet. Milk and by-products of milk “The upgrade gives us the ability to have two surgeons operate together, “We can bill your insurance, as opposed to having to DEXA screening. (yogurt, cheese), dark greens and fortified breads or cereals often contain good amounts. and to better visualize important anatomical structures.” pay out of pocket at other retail stores,” Rhoades said. You want to get about 1,200 mg of calcium per day. If you are concerned you are not Though the system is often referred to as a robot, it does not operate on its All five of Samaritan’s emergency departments now getting enough calcium through your diet, you can discuss with your doctor if calcium own. A surgeon is in control, using hand movements to generate more precise carry equipment from Samaritan Medical Supplies. supplementation is a good idea for you. operation of tiny instruments inside the patient’s body. Tiny 3-D cameras magnify When an emergency patient needs an ankle brace a surgeon’s vision 10 times as compared to the naked eye and the instrumentation or cane, for example, staff will provide these items Q: Since I am a man do I have to worry about osteoporosis? allows for greater mobility than conventional laparoscopic equipment. from the on-hand supply, and the patient’s insurance A: Although it is true that most people with osteoporosis are women (80 percent of total will be billed. This saves the patient a trip to a store affected are women), men are not exempt. Approximately 7.5 percent of men will develop “The minimally invasive approach,” said Yarbrough, “means less pain, smaller to buy these items. osteoporosis in their lifetimes. Men are not routinely screened, but if any of the risk factors incisions, less complications and a quicker recovery for patients.” Samaritan currently has stand-alone medical supply apply to you, you should talk to a doctor. Yarbrough was one of the first surgeons in the Pacific Northwest to use robotics stores in Albany, Corvallis, Lebanon and Newport. in general surgery (for weight loss, colon and rectal surgery and nearly scarless Further stores are in the works, as are on-hand Q: My doctor suggested a bone density test but since there is radiation involved, gall bladder removal). He has been recognized for his expertise and is now should I be concerned? supplies in Samaritan’s orthopedic clinics. teaching surgeons nationwide, providing instruction at the Corvallis hospital A: Bone density tests (called DEXA scans) expose you to very minimal amounts of radiation and at other hospitals as well. Samaritan Medical Supplies goes hand-in-hand with — even less than you would get from a chest X-ray or a round-trip cross-country flight. many of Samaritan’s services, including orthopedics, “A surgeon needs extensive training to perform robotic surgery,” said Yarbrough. sleep medicine, hospice and home health. Q: How do I understand my bone density test results? “I’ve had the opportunity to travel throughout the United States to train surgeons A: Your bone density is compared to what the average is for your gender. Expected/normal bone and now, surgeons from across Oregon and our region are coming to Good Sam Samaritan Medical Supplies offers home deliveries. density is between 2.5 and -1.0. Osteopenia is a milder version of thin bones and is indicated with to observe our approach. Being a destination for this critical training says a “We’ll help you find the right piece of equipment, great deal about the quality of the program we offer our patients here.” PREVENTION a score between -1.0 and -2.5. If your bones measure at -2.5 or lower, then you have osteoporosis. and we’ll bring it to your door,” Rhoades said. “For example, if you’re looking for a blood pressure Krystal Plotts, MD, practices at Mid-Valley Medical Plaza in Lebanon and can be reached at Surgeons with SHS have performed more than 500 robotic-assisted procedures cuff, we’ll fit you, whether we’re talking about a 541-451-7800. To find a Samaritan location offering DEXA scans, go tosamhealth.org/Imaging . since the program’s inception in 2010. In addition to Yarbrough, four other finger, arm or wrist cuff. You won’t get that kind SHS surgeons perform robotic surgery: Linda Fox, MD; Jess Hickerson, MD; of service at a regular retailer.” Layron Long, MD, and Paul Daskalos, DO. 16 18 YOUR HEALTH “I am extremely pleased with the changes we extremely changes the with am pleased “I “We’re following patients more closely they’re now and not As health care care health As The ideaThe isto create place acentral where most of aperson’s Woelfle can alreadyWoelfle positivesee can changes. With the patient-centered the With home model, medical Samaritan Internal Medicine in Corvallis. Less MedicineInternal Less in Corvallis. Internal Medicine has redefined Medicinethe Internal role has the medical of Kerriebeen Woelfle, has FNP-C, it’s not as easy as just renaming the doctor’s just the renaming as it’s easy not as improve while care reducing health But costs. goals, as well hiring positions new as goals, as —aregistered nurse every patient ahospitalization,every weeks after one and to two have implemented,” Woelfle. said “We’re seeing health care can be received be overseen and can aprimary through care health redesigned center. of focus the emerging acentral health as driving the implementation the driving of a change, itimprovementchange, isan of care.” quality in the implementation, after ayear than care coordinatorcare well. soon will as joining be team the coordinatorcare behavioral and psychologist. Aclinical provider’scare couldthat goal —a worthy office to the hospital in the last six months. While this is a small isasmall this While six months. hospitallast to in the medical home model at Samaritan home modelmedical at Samaritan office. New positions New andoffice. redefined roles assistant to includeassistant helping patients set health personal are helping excellent, to this shape additional staff. “Services suchgroup as visits “Services foradditional diabetes, staff. we’ve number already noticed in the of readmissions adecrease ofwellness-focused care. standard weight loss, chronic living chronic with and pain health concept the ofneeds, apatient-centered home is medical falling through the cracks,” the falling through Woelfle said thebenefit of of pharmacist, health coach and asecond coach and registred health nursepharmacist, Medical home makes positive changes changes to economic meetchanges and community in patient health patient in “Developing relationships with people them and supporting to make regarding changes their health is such a rewarding a such is health – Carolyn Larrowe, RN Larrowe, – Carolyn aspect of my job.” “I had been had working“I apatient with who several years was “Developing relationships people with them supporting and What patients seem to appreciateWhat mostnumber isthe of Carolyn Larrowe, a care coordinator at Samaritan Internal Internal coordinator acare Carolyn Larrowe, at Samaritan remind her but she kept forgetting to do it. one Finally day resources available to them and knowing the staff cares cares resources staff available the knowing and to them Medicine, role plays home important medical at an the can be helpful.” be can conditions offered are also for patients, where support social to make changes regarding issuch changes their health to arewarding make health. their group. the of support the made the appointment. the made She told someone having me that aspect of my job,”aspect she said. works toand provide for impetus the patients to improve about them as individuals. as about them who enough to help cared difference.” her the all made satwhenwe office together in the she and was at my desk behind on her mammogram,” said Larrowe. “I would call and behind would and “I on her Larrowe. call said mammogram,” controlling her blood weight through sugar loss and Gloria Youngblood, aretired teacher who lives in Youngblood, who issuccessfully ispre-diabetic, Corvallis, was referred was Corvallis, to agroup weight loss class by her primary care provider care her by Deidreclass primary healthy for you and sharing, and then repeat.” for then healthy and you sharing, and Greene, ANP. Pat by McNeely Led and living healthy and planning meals that are are that meals planning and living healthy Patti Dunning at Samaritan Internal at Samaritan Dunning Patti “The leadership“The iswhat’s outstanding with this group,” this with Youngblood. said “It’s Medicine, the group has done more for Medicine, donemore group the has Youngblood of commercial years than weight-loss groups. • • • What happensWhat during amedical home visit? Schedule While each patient each While The medical assistant makes a note that Sharon has not lost lost not has Sharon that anote makes assistant medical The The primary care provider and her medical assistant have a have assistant medical her and provider care primary The The primary care provider comes in and they discuss Sharon’s they in and comes provider care primary The ascheduled for clinic home medical to the goes Sharon day. They review the electronic medical chart, identify care care identify chart, medical electronic the day. review They goals she set last year to see if Sharon is making progress. progress. is making Sharon if to see year last set she goals disease management and provides educational resources. resources. educational provides and management disease any weight, which was one of her personal health goals. goals. health personal her of one was which weight, any health the about Sharon with talks assistant medical a certified provider. room, exam care the In primary her with appointment congestive heart failure and an action plan for symptom symptom for plan anaction and failure heart congestive such as immunizations, needs health preventive patient’s mammogram or a cholesterol check. check. acholesterol or mammogram the of review athorough include and patient the of needs that seeing are they patient to discuss each “huddle” morning management. The primary care provider educates Sharon on on Sharon educates provider care primary The management. has unique needs, below is an outline of how a typical visit might progress for a patient, “Sharon.” apatient, for progress might visit atypical how of is anoutline needs, below unique has • • •

They discuss her challenges with weight loss and decide the help help the decide and loss weight with challenges discuss her They The psychologist comes in as the primary care provider is finishing provider care primary inas the comes psychologist The When the care coordinator calls to check in on Sharon, she makes makes she Sharon, inon to check calls coordinator care the When and provider care primary her with appointments makes Sharon finish the exam, the medical assistant checks to see if the the if see to checks assistant medical the exam, the finish the psychologist before leaving the clinic. the leaving before psychologist the ways to help with her weight loss goals to support her overall health. overall her to support goals loss weight her with to help ways symptoms. The primary care provider is able to review Sharon’s to isreview able provider care primary The symptoms. week to discuss from next an appointment decides she would benefit primary The beneficial. be would psychologist behavioral the of up and is introduced to Sharon. He chats with her briefly and she she and briefly her with chats He to Sharon. is and introduced up care provider makes a note for the care coordinator to call Sharon Sharon to call coordinator care the for anote makes provider care psychologist is available to meet with Sharon. Sharon. with to meet is available psychologist progress through her electronic medical chart. progress chart. medical through her electronic Sharon and provider care primary the in. As to check month next note of Sharon’s weight-loss progress and congestive heart failure failure heart Sharon’s congestive and of note progress weight-loss YOUR HEALTH YOUR 19 21 YOUR HEALTH to register: Please call 541-768-4887 by Meredith Mann, DO

survivorship from non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. lymphoma. non-Hodgkin’s from survivorship seeing so many laughing survivors together has volunteered for the Samaritan Cancer Samaritan the for has volunteered and having a good time,” said Gosswiller. She Gosswiller. said a good time,” and having in the photo booth, showing her 20 years of of her 20 years showing booth, photo the in Day in 2013, Jill Gosswiller of Albany posed posed Albany of Gosswiller Jill Day 2013, in Resource Center in Albany for nine years. years. nine for Albany in Center Resource At Samaritan’s first National Cancer Survivor National first At Samaritan’s “What I enjoyed the most about the event was the about most “What the I enjoyed new patients and can be reached at 541-994-4440. at and can reached be new patients women during pregnancy and labor. She his accepting accepting his She and labor. women pregnancy during planning, prenatal care, childbirth and gynecological surgery surgery and gynecological childbirth care, prenatal planning, and incorporates osteopathic manipulate therapy to help help to therapy manipulate osteopathic and incorporates in Lincoln City, provides a wide range of care for women, for care of range a wide provides City, Lincoln in family care, preventive care, gynecological including progressing or becomes techniques difficult,pressure gentle nerves If the can is not labor also increase delivery. during outcomes for the mother. for outcomes that can normal structure disrupt and bodily function. sacrum Stress and back, the and joints. strains low hip on can therapy manipulative osteopathic assist with through During labor, a woman increased pain may experience in During labor, reducing pain to help ease pain the help to birthing and process reducing improve Meredith Mann, DO, of Samaritan Obstetrics & Gynecology & Gynecology Obstetrics Mann, Samaritan of DO, Meredith Throughout pregnancy, various physiologic changes occur various physiologic pregnancy, Throughout 1, June on Sunday, Calling all often referred to as OMT, as to OMT, often referred celebrating you, cancer survivors! ones. Please call to register: 541-768-4887. ones. Please call to register: 541-768-4887. Regional Cancer CenterRegional Corvallis. in Last year, games — all free for survivors and their loved car washes, hula hoop making, lunch and lawn Join us in us Join more than 250 survivors, co-survivors and cancer care staff the family-style enjoyed event featuring for National Cancer Survivors Day at the Samaritan

— emotional and physical — and believing in the in and — and— emotional physical believing June1 Sunday, can help ease pain during birthing during pain ease help can Osteopathic manipulative therapy therapy manipulative Osteopathic pressure and resistance. but taking into consideration all aspects of a person’s all aspects takingbut a person’s consideration of into an understanding There’s heal to innate ability itself. body’s approach, not just looking at treating a single problem, problem, treating at a single looking just not approach, and that maintenance alignment the of body its in proper gentle as such stretching, techniques using and joints that body systems depend upon one another to function, another to that one upon body depend systems Osteopathic manipulative therapy, health and ease pain pregnancy during and labor. health ­ use hands-onhealth. Providers muscles care move to involves using the using hands involves diagnose, to treat and prevent maintain can women It optimum also help injury. or illness function maintain and to the its ability body’s improves The osteopathic philosophy revolves around a whole-body a whole-body around revolves philosophy The osteopathic

weight for 27 years, Kerri Crouch of of years, 27 Crouch Kerri for weight

life after weight-loss surgery afterlife weight-loss Brownsville woman has new new has woman Brownsville performed a Roux-en-Y gastric Over the bypass Crouch. on a Roux-en-Y performed she wasshe diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. before surgery is scheduled. The checklist includes losing losing includes The checklist is scheduled. surgery before which is absolutely the best thing!” is absolutely which anything that comes my way. I have the energy to do it, it, do to theanything I have energy that way. comes my next year, she slowly dropped down to 133 pounds. 133 down to dropped slowly she next year, with a mental health counselor andwith mental a dietitian. health counselor 5 percent of your body weight, as well as as body appointments weight, well your of 5 percent a walking program,” she said. “I would lose weight, but but weight, lose said. she “I would a walking program,” weighed 346 pounds at one point, is now down to 133 pounds 133 down to is now 346 point, pounds one weighed at after having a gastric 2012. December bypass in procedure then I’d plateau. I would lose 100 pounds and then slowly pounds and then slowly 100 lose I would plateau. then I’d of theof Samaritan has Bariatric Program who Surgery dropped who than Crouch, weight. more top 200 her pounds from health but also enhanced her emotional wellness. alsohealth enhanced wellness. but emotional her Brownsville feels like she has her second wind of life. life. of wind has second she her like feels Brownsville gift, maintain and I will it.” it back on. In December 2008, pounds, In 323 on. December weighing back it 2012, after which she began the extensive checklist required required began she the checklist after extensive which 2012, regain 40. I couldn’t lose the last lose pounds.” 120 I couldn’t 40. regain let myself go beyond that. I’ve been given this given that. been wonderful beyond go I’ve myself let On Dec. 17, 2012, bariatric surgeon Don Yarborough, MD, MD, Yarborough, Don bariatric surgeon 2012, On Dec. 17, She attended the program’s informational seminar in October informational seminar October in the program’s attended She repeatedly dropping some of her weight, only to put put to only weight, her of some dropping repeatedly She made the decision for bariatric surgery after bariatric surgery for made theShe decision Crouch said the change has not only improved her physical physical her said the change has improved only Crouch not After fighting her “Today I have a different attitude,” she said. she “I can take attitude,” on a different I have “Today “My goal is to get down to 129 pounds,” said Crouch. said Crouch. pounds,” 129 down to get goal“My to is I won’t but 139, to up go to the leeway giving myself “I’m “After my diagnosis, I started my “After eating healthy and I did “I want everyone to feel this amazing,” said Crouch, 45, a patient a patient 45, this amazing,” said Crouch, feel “I want to everyone

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From the “As health care delivery continues Social media and to evolve, we know that philanthropy Research program changes

president will play an increasingly important your health privacy SHS NEWS role in supporting our current name, expands activities Whether it’s oversharing or simply not Larry A. Mullins, DHA, FACHE programs as well as innovative community health initiatives.” knowing your privacy settings, posting about The Center for Health Research & Quality, which Samaritan Health Services President/Chief Executive Officer health issues on social media can spell trouble. established in 2007 to provide research support and administrative oversight for health and clinical research, quality improvement projects Letting your friends know about your life may be and grants management, has changed its name to Samaritan Health both exciting and comforting. However, you may Services Research Institute. be exposing yourself, or others, to those who will use that information against your wishes. Strangers, “As our clinical research program continues to grow, this new name is businesses and the press may all use this Record-breaking philanthropy supports projects more reflective of the work we are doing,” said Barbara Croney, director information for their own benefit. of the SHS Research Institute. “We are advancing research across the One of the real pleasures of my job is meeting individuals In 2013, donors largely completed the $5 million fund drive system from quality research activities that support our mission to Remember: from throughout the region who support what we do and for the Samaritan Evergreen Hospice House in Albany. expanding clinical research activities to provide opportunities for • When posting about health issues, too much want to help us be successful in the future. After slightly more than a year in operation, growing people in our communities to contribute to new medical discoveries.” detail can lead to privacy and confidences demand prompted the opening of the second wing of This support was demonstrated at unprecedented levels being lost. the facility to maximize its full 12-bed capacity. Since its inception, 30 clinical research studies have been conducted in 2013, when gifts to our Samaritan-affiliated hospital • Check and understand how your privacy through Samaritan’s research arm. foundations exceeded $10.1 million. These gifts will be used The Samaritan Health Sciences Campus in Lebanon is the settings work. to purchase needed medical equipment, expand programs site for another donor-supported project that will serve health Two of the Institute’s newest studies involve Samaritan physicians. The • Location-aware applications may reveal where and carry out a variety of important projects that likely professionals as well as the larger community. The tremendous first is being led locally by oncologist Kim McGregor, MD, and will evaluate you are without you telling. impact and benefits of the Healing Garden located at Samaritan the use of a commonly used drug or an investigational drug to help would not have been possible without donor support. • Pictures may show more than what you intended. Lebanon Community Hospital fostered interest in developing reduce neutropenia, a side effect of some cancer treatments. Most notably, this spring we plan to break ground on the • Treat others’ health conditions confidential a larger garden and outdoor event space on the Health Sciences long-planned expansion of Samaritan Regional Cancer Up to 144 patients at approximately 35 centers throughout the world will unless they give you permission to share it. Campus, and gifts to the hospital foundation are supporting Center in Corvallis. Thanks to tremendous donor support, be enrolled in the global clinical trial. To date, McGregor, with the support • Others may not be so careful with their social construction of the beautiful garden that should be completed more than $7 million has been raised toward our $12 million of the research institute’s clinical research support services, has enrolled media habits, so consider who you later this spring. Facing the garden is the new Samaritan Center goal to build the cancer center and enhance cancer services the most patients in this important clinical trial. tell and how. for events and conferences (also supported in part by donations), throughout the region (see related story, page 25). and an 85-room hotel that is scheduled for completion next year. The second study is the Cardiovascular Inflammation Reduction Trial (CIRT) With some attention, you and Donor support also enabled the construction, now underway, and is being led by cardiologist Edward Toggart, MD. The randomized trial, your friends may better enjoy As health care delivery continues to evolve, we know that of the Center for Health Education in Newport. This innovative sponsored by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, will directly all that social media has to philanthropy will play an increasingly important role in center will serve as a hub for activities related to healthy test whether a common anti-inflammatory drug used for the treatment offer with less risk. supporting our current programs as well as innovative living, including classroom and meeting space, a teaching of rheumatoid arthritis — low dose methotrexate (methotrexate in higher community health initiatives. We are indeed fortunate to kitchen, a computer lab and more. The cost of construction doses is used to treat cancer) — can reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke benefit from a growing cadre of supporters who are joining was supported entirely through donations and grants in and cardiovascular death in patients who have suffered a prior heart attack with us in our efforts to build healthier communities a multi-year fund drive led by the Pacific Communities or have major blockages in more than one coronary artery found on together. Thank you. Health District Foundation. heart catheterization. Drove aunt Sincerely, Ruth to the In Lincoln City, 2013 saw the completion and opening of the Men and women who have coronary artery disease and type 2 diabetes or SHS NEWSSHS clinic. Generations physical rehabilitation program at Samaritan metabolic syndrome — two conditions associated with a pro-inflammatory #MomtoBe North Lincoln Hospital. The hospital foundation provided response — are eligible to be screened. #Surprise! approximately $100,000 to fund renovations that included new Larry A. Mullins, DHA, FACHE For more information about the Research Institute or to participate in equipment and expanded capabilities to serve people of all ages. President/Chief Executive Officer the CIRT studies, please call 541-768-6349. 22 25 SHS NEWS

or scan scan or not historically worked together address to can better coordinate care for patients.” have them more aware of the issues they for collaboration between providers. are each working on separately so that they a member’s care,” noted Kim Whitley, care,” chiefa member’s access its to members in the future. of operations for the CCO. “The goal to is organizations expand to dental services and of the CCO will create more opportunities working collaboratively with the dental care Whitley stated that the CCO will be also “Dentists and primary care providers have provides cancer-related classes and support services, support services, classes and cancer-related provides setting for chemotherapy patients, funded by the setting for chemotherapy funded by the Albany General Hospital Foundation the Albany General funded by which will serve as a hub for health-related classes, which will serve as treatment to low-income cancer patients Pacific Communities Health District Foundation Pacific Communities Health District Foundation, which provides financial assistance for Foundation, which provides financial in Lebanon, which offers a highly innovative treatment a highly innovative offers which Lebanon, in Hospital Foundation Lebanon Community by the funded focused on cancer, including classes The Cancer Support Fund at the North Lincoln Hospital The Cancer Support Fund at the North The future Center for Health Education in Newport, for Health Education in Newport, The future Center The award-winning Emenhiser Infusion Therapy CenterThe award-winning The Samaritan Cancer Resource Center in Albany, which Center in Albany, Cancer Resource The Samaritan

visit samhealth.org/Foundations this QR code. QR this Samaritan-affiliated hospital foundations, Samaritan-affiliatedhospital Program campaign, and the work of the the of work and the campaign, Program To learn more about the Samaritan Cancer Samaritan the about learn more To • • • • it often keeps children home from school care organizations — Advantage Dental, its more than 45,000 members in Benton, emergency room visits,” he explained, “And emergency he explained, room visits,” “And and adults out of the workplace.” organizations contracted separately with the some CCO members through these dental care Lincoln and Linn counties. Capital Dental, ODS Community Health and Willamette to Dentalcare bring — to dental While dental care was previously available to State of Oregon, bringing it under the umbrella The CCO now is contracted with four dental “Dental pain one is of the primary reasons for the coordination of members took a major leap forward last fall chief medical officer for the CCO. care will have a significant impact on the health care for local Oregon Health Plan health back into the same physical circle as strengthening andstrengthening expansion the Samaritan of regional our across reach andstrengthen expand the program’s seek additional gifts from donors, patients and community and gifts patients community additional seek donors, from and mental said health,” Kevin Ewanchyna, MD, Efforts to improve Ewanchyna believes that developing a dental care its to services. greater emphasis on preventive dental overall health of CCO members. array of cancer services in one location, including medicalarray cancer of services including location, one in members across the region in order to secure the in order the total region across members campus. the medical on regional unit center oncology laboratory, oncology, radiation therapy, infusion oncology, when the InterCommunity Health Network adds dental care for its members hospital foundations are also heavily also are involved heavily foundations hospital in helping to Coordinated Care Organization added (CCO) imaging and center. a cancer resource 24,000-square-foot building next theto existing radiation Coordinated Care Organization region. Examples include: Samaritan Cancer Program, the five Samaritan-affiliated Cancer Program across Benton, Lincoln and Linn counties. Lincoln Benton, Cancer Program across $12 million needed to fund the project, including the including fund to the needed project, million $12 While the new center will be the cornerstone of the of be the will cornerstone While the new center The cancer center will be created by constructing be created will a The cancer center The Good to begin Samaritan now will Foundation Hospital a comprehensive house the will two buildings Together, “This an exciting is time be to bringing oral than $7 million in in than million $7 fundraising campaign underway Cancer Program Samaritan of a new cancer center on the on a new Good cancerof center campus and theand expansion the of campus realities. becoming to closer gifts from major donors, the creation the creation gifts donors, major from Samaritan Medical Regional Center Samaritan Cancer Program are Thanks more to .

was recently recognized being as the third Healthiest

methodology which integrates each semi-finalist’s Healthiest Employer Index with the data provided in a StrategicWellness Assessment. by the Healthiest Workplaces 100 America in program.

peers by demonstrating remarkable diversity, strategic thought leadership and exceptional awareness. The Healthiest uses a two-part 100 scoring employer in the nation for the national award. Employer in the nation, and the only Oregon-based health care system in the top 10, In 2013, Samaritan HealthIn 2013, Services was honored by the Portland Business Journal as developing a new model of integrated, health-focused benefits and wellness programs somethingwas we are now the third healthiest employer in the nation me tells we are really on something.” to to beto said very Larry proud of,” president Mullins, and CEO of Samaritan Health Services. learn “To that Oregon’s Healthiest employee category, Employer making in the 1500+ it a semifinalistOregon’s Samarian Health Services

See the fullSee list healthiest of and learn employers more about at Healthiest100.com the award Samaritan named third healthiest The Healthiest Workplaces 100 in America honors the “best ofthe best” employers, those who blaze the path a healthy to workplace for their “When receiving recognition Healthiest we in October knew Oregon’s as our investment Employer, in

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Jeanne and Thomas United Healthcare Services, Coastal Farm and Ranch Al and Janet Gleason Rudolf and Jere Pabst SAMARITAN SOCIETY Griffith, MD Inc. Supply Rick and Kathleen Grady Kenneth and Barbara In honor of our Haley Construction Company Viper Northwest Irene Coburn Stephanie and Patrick Pastega Barbara and Michael Charlene Walters Columbia Bank Hagerty, DMD Pig Out BBQ Catering Halferty, MD Ronald and Wanda Webb William and Jane Corcoran Verda and Stephen Hale, MD Joan and Darrell Prins, DPM Dale and Estle Harlan Willamette MG Club 2013 Denise and Jeffrey Croy, MD Erin Hanawalt Arun Raman, MD Samaritan Society members Lyle and Sharon Hutchens D. Craig and Bernadette Wayne and Opal Dahlenburg Steven and Danielle Hanscam Dennis and Victoria Regen Steven and Lynda Jasperson Williams Davidson’s Masonry, Inc. Barbara E. Hansen and Ron and Penny Reher Across the region, a growing group of leaders 2013 Samaritan Society annual donors John and Leslie Jenks Tad and Lynne Davies Gerilyn Aman Christine and Charles Ross, DO Juan Young Trust-Western Silver, $2,500+ John and Carol Dinges Patrick and Carrie Hazleton Ryan Sparks, DMD, LLC are choosing to make a significant impact Division Catherine J. Lear The Oregon Community Anonymous (3) Edward Jones Investments George and Sylvia Henck Samaritan Geary Street on the health of our communities through Platinum, Foundation Margaret Kirk $10,000+ Lincoln County Social Services Raj B. Baman, DO Edward Jones Investments, Mary Herron Clinic Pharmacy philanthropy. Collectively, this diverse group Linn County Oregon Eric and Carrie Thompson Knife River William Benson Walt Duvall Paul F. Hoffstadt Chris and Nicole Scariano Anonymous (2) of individuals from all walks of life is known Joanne and Leon Malkin, MD Tim and Jo Ann McQueary Burt and Bobbie Lippman Benton County John A. and Kay T. Enbom Gary and Jan Hull Ralph and Linda Scariano Amerinet Fund of The Oregon as the Samaritan Society. Mario and Alma Pastega Julie and Walter Becky and David Bigelow, Estate of George Henck Wilma Lee Hull Dave and Linda Schudel Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. Community Foundation Family Foundation Manning, DMD PharmD Steve Uerlings and Sandie Estate of Norman Wates IBM Seafoam Rebekah Lodge Annual Samaritan Society members have given Aseco Integrated Systems, Inc. Tania R. and Michael Milton and Jane Moran Campbell Cecil and Mary Bridge Estate of Ronald William Connie Isaac #250 Barker-Uerlings Insurance A. May, MD $1,000 or more during the previous calendar National Christian United Way of Linn County Bullard Law Schuman John Dinges Landscape Co. SEI Giving Fund Gilbert and Bobbie Beck Foundation Portland The Rev. William R. and year to any of the five Samaritan-affiliated Ronald Usher Bernie McCarthy Lila G. Carlson Dave Fitchett, MD, and Peter and Rosalie Johnson Siletz Tribal Charitable Betty Lou Roberts Fund of National Network of Chinook Winds Casino Resort Marilyn Kirsch Contribution Fund hospital foundations. In addition, those who The Oregon Community Libraries of Medicine Vanguard Charitable Patricia Meagher Eric and Kelley Kaiser Endowment Program Sandra L. Gell Snowflake Revisited Foundation MedAssets Citizens Bank Kurt Keesecker have given $50,000 or more are recognized Joanne and Thad Nelson, MD George and Edna McDowell Soderstrom Architects, P.C. Callisto Integration Wal-Mart Store #1925 Claralee Hargrave Charitable OHSU Doug and Malinda Moore Charitable Trust KeyBank as Lifetime members, and those who have Western University of Health Trust SPHS Medical Staff J. Lorraine Carter Nancy Muir Greg and Dana Kosmala, DO included a hospital foundation in their will or PacificSource Health Plans Sciences Bond and Marilyn Starker Cascade Timber Spencer and Shirley Barbara and Larry Kathleen and Dag Kremer, MD estate are recognized as Heritage members. Consulting, Inc. William Swindells, Sr. Mullins, DHA Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Peterson Memorial Fund of The Oregon Andrea and David Larsen, MD Oregon & SW Washington Central Coast Internal Verlyne and Wayne Community Foundation North Lincoln Health District Affiliate Annual members are recognized Medicine Jeff and Andrea Larson Phillips, MD Margy Woodburn Oregon Coast Bank The Corvallis Clinic Foundation at the following levels: Marcia W. Coats Lincoln County Foot Health Susan Raines Deborah and William Center The Human Bean Bronze: $1,000 to $2,499 Betty Collens Origer, MD Richards Family Foundation Gold, $5,000+ Lincoln County Foundation Stephen and Rachel Todd COMP-Northwest OSU Federal Credit Union Silver: $2,500 to $4,999 James and Phyllis Richards Anonymous (2) Elizabeth Lincoln, MD Steven and Jerri Tubbs Corporation for Community Jean Starker Roth Pacific Communities Health Gold: $5,000 to $9,999 and National Service Robert and Linn Armstrong District Linn-Co Federal Credit Union Turf Merchants Inc. Samaritan Albany General Platinum: $10,000 and up Corvallis Radiology, P.C. William Barish, MD, and PacifiCare of Oregon David Long, MD, and Brian and Amy Vandetta Hospital Hospice Department Carol Chervenak, MD Deborah Lyman Corvallis School District 509J PacifiCorp Marc and Sally Vomocil Each year, Samaritan Society members are Samaritan Albany General Pete and Norma Barnhisel Margaret J. Loper Robin and Richard Cronk, MD Hospital Auxiliary Gary and Jeannie Pastega E. Margaret Warton and recognized at a special celebration event hosted C & K Market, Inc. David and Lydia Maddux Steve D. Benting Fred and Kay Dawson Samaritan Cardiology Group John and Marilou Perris by Larry Mullins, DHA, president and chief Marty and Michelle Cahill Kelly and Robin Mays Willamette Community Bank Estate of Nancy Usher Samaritan Lebanon Fred and Merrie Postlewait Richard Carone Mills Ace Hardware Willamette Dental Group executive officer of Samaritan Health Services. Estate of Vira J. Lemons Community Hospital R. J. Armstrong & Auxiliary Central Willamette Associates Lois Mills Scott and Kim Wilson This year’s event will take place on May 31 at Everence Community Credit Union Samaritan Pacific Ray’s Charitable Foundation Jeff Milton Ellen and Richard Wopat, MD the Samaritan Center in Lebanon. Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund Communities Hospital Robert and Cindy MOM Magazine Tim and Michelle Fief Auxiliary Chamberlin REACH Air Medical Services “Samaritan Health Services has been In gratitude for their outstanding generosity Frank and Linda Morse Good Samaritan Regional Soroptimist Int’l of Albany Corvallis Volunteer Fire Rotary Club of Corvallis such a tremendous asset to and has Bronze, $1,000+ After Five Charles and Dolores and leadership, we would like to recognize the Medical Center Auxiliary Spirit Mountain Community Department made such a positive impact on our Anonymous (4) Mouradian Gay and Clifford Hall, MD Fund CRF, LLC Samaritan Albany General community. Their commitment to AAsum-Dufour Funeral Home following members who gave at the Samaritan Hospital Medical Staff William Arens and Lesley Spring Hill Women’s Devco Engineering, Inc. Hawes Financial Group helping our community has really Ogden, MD Robert and Betty Adams Society level in 2013. Association Harold and Elsa Schmithorst Joseph Hawes Robert and Elaine Easton inspired me to want to be a part of Advantage Real Estate Ron and Soozi Stevens Olufson Designs Starker Forests, Inc. Epic Visit samhealth.org/SamaritanSociety Clifford Heselton and help contribute to their efforts.” Sean and Elise Olufson Jean H. Ahrendt State of Oregon Synthes USA HQ, Inc. SAMARITAN SOCIETY SAMARITAN Gerding Builders, LLC to learn more about the Samaritan Howard S. Wright Oregon Cascades West Dell and Capi Alexander State Office of Rural Health Tanger Outlet Center Brian Vandetta, owner Society, or scan this QR code with Kahl & Associates, LLC Constance Gohlman Council of Governments Mark and Linda Amendola The Collins Foundation Dr. Albert and Myra Udell Engineering and Land Surveying John Landers, Jr. Greenberry Construction, LLC Thompson Laura M. Ouellette, MD your smart phone. The Frances L. 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Sheila Ammon Linda and Gerald Butler, MD Dianna and Leon Virginia Helfer Michael and Kathy Larimer Bill and Margaret Mulder Orrick, Herrington & Robert J. Power and Dennis Ronald Shanks Thomas Tucker SAMARITAN SOCIETY Eshleman, MD Jacquelyn Anderson Rodger Butler Tim Hennessy Family Shelly and Jonathan Mulder Sheet Metal, Inc Sutcliffe LLP A. Hanson Matthew and Elizabeth Shiner Kenneth and Mavis Tuten Estate of Mary Ellen Camp Larsen, MD Janell Anderson Bradley and Bethany Canfield Michael and Rita Sue Avon Mumm Dr. Dean and June Orton Peggy Preisz Ben and Marlene Shuford Virginia Tyler Estate of Robert Jacobson Henningsen Ruth and Jeff Lear, MD Animal Medical Care of Gert Carey Karen Murphy OSU Athletic Department Gene and Bonnie Primasing Duane and Kimberanne Udell Engineering & Land Newport Thomas Evans Surveying, LLC Cascade Pacific Pulp, LLC Bruce and Lynette Henriksen Katherine L. 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Robert and Victoria Meyer Worden-Acree Elaine Dinsel Fred Matzke The Rotary Foundation Donor Karen Miezio Harold and Nancy Schalles Advised Fund Betty Bradley JoAnne Hansen and Donald Nancy Kerkvliet L. Yvonne Wulff Clayton and Donna Dluehosh Doris Scharpf Brattain Family Trust Fisher, MD Kernutt Stokes, LLP David and Christina Miller, MD The Thompson Foundation, Inc. Wendie Wunderwald and Dorman Construction, Inc. Damon Tempey and Roxie Joe Venini Cynthia and Randall Gene and Jeannette Hartl Gene and Joanne Kersey Miller Farms Luessia Thomason Phillip and Sharon Doud Schell, MD Bream, MD David A. Hartley Tim and Susan Miller Thompson Sanitary Service Yaquina Bay Yacht Club Kids II Foundation Inc. “The Samaritan Society is a group of Dorothea and Fred Orion Brewer Joy Douglas Yaquina Sanitary Inc. Karl Hartzell Margaret King Gerald and Donna Millis Schneider, MD Brian and Starla Tillinghast Marian Brown Wilma Dupee individuals who truly care about the James and Nancy Zanotti Shawn R. Hathaway, MD Jerry and Renee Kinzer Ann Mitchell James and Julie Searcy TLC Federal Credit Union Mark Brunette Charlie and Mary Lynn Eads health of our region and are willing to Caroline Zaworski Thomas and Charlene Hayden Knights of Columbus Marlin and Kathy Mitchell Sears Edward J. Toggart, MD Gary and Brenda Burch East Albany Lions Club Pat Zeller Frank Haynes Lynn and Betty Koehn Susan Molthan make a difference through philanthropy. John and Dorcy Seethoff Ken and Thelma Toomb John and Barbara Elliott SAMARITAN SOCIETY SAMARITAN Leorah Burton Mary Zimmerman Edward and Kathleen Heath Charles Kohler Tim and Marie Moore That’s why I’m proud to be a member.” Michael and Glenda Sernach David and Carol Triebes Robert and Diane Buswell H.D. “Dayt” Elston Dennis and Judy Hedges Richard Lafrance, MD C. Ruth Moser Mary Alice Seville Trillium Family Services Ann Butler Arlen and Cathy Emmert Ann Butler, retired geologist Brian and Debbie Heim Stewart and Laurie Laney Frank and Alice Moskal Jacqueline M. Shank JoAnne and Clifford Trow, PhD Jon and Connie Erwin Samaritan Society member 28 31 Grief support groups Nutrition for wellness series Pulmonary rehabilitation Free education and support led by Four classes designed to educate and Participants will learn how to increase Opportunities Samaritan hospice professionals provide tools to help you make wellness activity levels and decrease shortness for adults who have experienced promoting choices in what you eat. of breath. Classes include a combination for seniors the death of a loved one whether it of exercise and education. Insurance Keeping Class topics are anti-inflammatory diet, Lifeline LIVING HEALTHY occurred under hospice care or not. good fats vs. bad fats, low-glycemic may cover part or all of the cost of this Your loss does not have to be recent. class. A physician referral is required. Lifeline is a personal response diet and pantry renovations. service enabling Benton, Lincoln and Albany Albany Albany Linn county residents to continue First Sundays, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday afternoons Cost: $10 for sessions one to three, living in their homes with assurance Third Mondays, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Call for information: 541-812-5443 you healthy $15 for session four that they can get help at any time. Call for information: 541-812-4680 Call for information: 541-812-5656 Corvallis Benton, Lincoln and Linn counties Lebanon Call for information: 541-768-6285 For a complete list of classes and support groups in your Ostomy support group Call for information: 541-812-4703 Second Tuesdays, 4:30 to 6 p.m. Lebanon or 1-888-901-2441 community, visit samhealth.org and click on ‘Take a class.’ Fourth Tuesdays, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Learn about living with an ostomy. Tuesdays and Thursdays Call for information: 541-812-4547 Topics include hygiene, new products Call for information: 541-451-7515 Senior Companion program and body image. Lincoln City Newport Senior companions are over Call for information: 541-996-7328 Rotates between Albany and Corvallis Tuesdays and Thursdays 55 years of age, can volunteer Third Thursdays, noon to 1 p.m. 15 hours a week, would benefit Newport Call for information: 541-574-4856 Call for information: from a little extra income and enjoy Tuesdays, May 6 to June 3; 5 to 6:30 p.m.; Alzheimer’s and other dementia Blood pressure screenings Caregivers Estate planning Peggy, 541-451-7928 Sleep disorders helping in the community. July 8 to Aug. 12, 1:30 to 3 p.m. support group for caregivers Learn what your blood pressure is A chance for caregivers to discuss Lebanon Merry Sue, 541-812-4498 Call for registration and information: support groups Benton, Lincoln and Linn counties Whether you have Alzheimer’s or during this screening. Drop-ins welcome. common feelings and learn about Learn estate-planning tips from an Nancy, 541-768-5254 541-574-4751 Albany/Lebanon Call for information: dementia, or care for someone who community resources that offer help. experienced financial planner, courtesy Lincoln City Lincoln City Aug. 13, 5:30 p.m. 541-812-4185, in the valley; does, we will help you understand these of the Lebanon Community Hospital First and third Thursdays, 1 to 3 p.m. Corvallis Heart health education group Second Wednesdays, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Call for information: 541-812-5470 541-574-4714 on the coast. illnesses, and how to cope with them. Call for information: 541-996-7480 First Thursdays, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Foundation. Call for information: 541-557-6484 Sponsored by Samaritan Cardiac Rehab Corvallis Lincoln City Call for information: Jeanette, Call for information: Christy, Education and support for people who May 14, 6:30 p.m. First Wednesdays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Brain injury support group 541-768-6005 541-451-6303 Outpatient wound/ have had heart attacks or bypass surgery Call for information: 541-768-5260 Call for information: Linda Knighten or For teens and adults who have and information for those who simply ostomy clinic Newport Gluten Intolerance Group Alice Pappagianis, OT, 541-996-7328 sustained any type of brain injury, Co-sponsored by Senior Disability want to know more about heart disease. The clinic offers evaluation of chronic Newport Mental health and their family members, caregivers The mission of the Gluten Intolerance wounds and instruction in wound care; Sept. 24, 5:30 p.m. Services and Samaritan Pacific Albany Bariatric surgery information and friends. This group will focus on Group of North America®, also known ostomy site marking; instruction in Call for information: 541-574-4796 Communities Hospital Tuesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. support The Bariatric Surgery Program combines obstacles faced following brain injuries, as GIG®, is to support persons with ostomy care; and assistance in Call for information: 541-812-5441 a surgical approach with ongoing including chronic fatigue and concerns Bring lunch, beverages will be provided gluten intolerances, celiac disease, ordering ostomy supplies. Stroke support group about returning to work or school, Third Wednesdays, noon to 1 p.m. dermatitis herpetiformis and other Newport Sponsored by Samaritan Physical Rehab education and support to help individuals By appointment only and a physician household management and parenting. Call for information: Nannette, gluten sensitivities live full, healthy Fourth Fridays, noon to 1 p.m. achieve significant weight loss, reduce referral required at all locations. People who have suffered a stroke or 541-336-7743 or Lauren, 541-574-1820 Call for information: 541-574-4886 their long-term medical risks and Corvallis and productive lives. other head or brain injuries will learn Albany, 541-812-4498 improve their overall quality of life. Second Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. Lincoln City more about their condition and share Chronic Pain: Samaritan Living well with Corvallis, 541-768-6973 Call for information: 541-768-5157 Second Tuesdays experiences. This class will address patient selection Good Move Program chronic conditions Lebanon, Peggy Lewis, 541-451-6313 criteria, surgical procedures, program Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital An eight-week program based on the Lincoln City, Pearl Halsey, 541-557-6486 Corvallis benefits, insurance coverage and more. Cardiovascular health Health Professions Education Center This six-session workshop helps those proven Move Beyond Pain® curriculum. Newport, 541-574-4723 First Tuesdays, 1:30 to 3 p.m. and prevention programs 3011 NE 28th Street with chronic conditions learn how to Call for information: 541-768-5157 Corvallis This class will provide a basic take control of their health. Participants Superflex Group Good Samaritan Regional Medical Call for information: 503-879-5147 Classes held monthly understanding of chronic pain and build skills and confidence for managing Center, 541-768-4538 Superflex Group uses superheroes Call for information: Samaritan Bariatric cover topics such as medications, Grief education support series health, staying active and enjoying life. to teach elementary-aged children in Surgery Program, 541-768-4280 Samaritan Albany General Hospital, supplements, exercise, diet, therapy Free educational course led by Adults who have diabetes, heart disease, a fun, motivating and non-threatening 541-812-5441 and biomechanics. Participants Samaritan hospice professionals. way to regulate their behaviors and Better breathers will learn methods to set goals, high blood pressure, arthritis, asthma, Samaritan Lebanon Community Pre-registration required. COPD or any other chronic condition use their own thinking to take on For people with chronic respiratory get moving and reduce stress. Hospital, 541-451-7888 will learn how to: manage medications, challenges. ailments. Topics include medication, diet, Albany fight fatigue and frustration, deal with oxygen equipment and panic attacks. Albany Seven-week course Thursdays, 4 to 4:50 p.m. May 7 to June 25, 6 to 8 p.m. Call for information: 541-812-4680 depression, start an exercise program, Call to register: 541-768-4620 Newport Call for information: 541-768-4855 or 1-800-442-1428 eat well, manage stress, help control Call for information: Bill, 541-574-4856 pain, handle emotions and meet goals. Dialectical Behavior CPR and first aid Lebanon Samaritan Health Services’ Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies is a Therapy Skills Group Ten-week course Benton, Linn and Lincoln counties We offer a variety of CPR and first aid series of seminars offered in Benton, Lincoln and Linn counties. From Call for information: 541-812-4670 Call for information: 541-768-6070 This group is for teenagers who classes for health care providers and free CPR training to joint replacement options to meeting our newest would like to develop skills to be in Online classes may be available. the public. For information about our Lincoln City better control of their emotions, Please call for information. doctors, there’s a lot to learn to help keep your mind and body healthy. classes, call 541-768-5116 or Call for information: 541-996-7328 thoughts and behaviors. HEALTHY LIVING 1-800-640-5679 or email All seminars are offered free of charge. To register and view Sign up today to receive our Newport twitter.com/SamHealth [email protected]. scheduled topics, go to samhealth.org/BeHealthy. Mondays, 4 to 4:50 p.m. monthly e-newsletter! Scan the Six-week course: Grief 101 Call to register: 541-768-4620 QR code with your smart phone Diabetes support Call for information: 541-574-4751 facebook.com/SamHealth or visit samhealth.org/Subscribe. Classes are listed on page 33. 30 33 Childbirth preparation and family services Breastfeeding Diabetes education All about breastfeeding DIABETES SUPPORT DIABETES Anesthesia pain relief for labor Childbirth preparation/Lamaze CPR for Family and Friends: Fitness during pregnancy Learn about the many benefits of and support An anesthesiologist will explain pain Expectant parents learn about Infant only Learn how to prepare your body for breastfeeding, how to get started, how control options during labor and relaxation and breathing techniques, Covers infant CPR and choking. childbirth and postpartum recovery in to establish a good milk supply and Diabetes prevention: delivery, and discuss the benefits and the role of a labor companion, benefits Cost: $10 this four-session class led by a physical prevent common problems, as well as a guide to better health risks of each. You will feel prepared to and risks of medication, feeding, infant Call for information: 541-768-6629 therapist. Topics covered include: nutrition during lactation and normal Designed to help anyone who has been choose what’s right for you. care and bonding. feeding behavior in the early weeks. Albany • Core stabilization techniques diagnosed with pre-diabetes, glucose Corvallis Albany June 10, Aug. 5; 7 to 9 p.m. • Good body mechanics Albany intolerance, insulin resistance or metabolic syndrome. Make important May 15, July 17; 7 to 9 p.m. Six-week series Advance registration required. • Physiology during pregnancy May 20, July 22, Sept. 23; 7 p.m. Call for information: 541-768-4752 Mondays beginning May 5, Sept. 4; Call for information: 541-812-4301 lifestyle changes in diet and exercise to Corvallis Make your 7 to 9 p.m. • Techniques for recovery after childbirth prevent or delay the onset of diabetes Call for dates; 7 to 9 p.m. Corvallis Becoming a new sister Cost: $60 Corvallis and decrease risk for cardiovascular Fourth Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Maternity or brother Call to register: 541-812-4301 Lebanon Tuesdays, four-session class disease. Emphasis will be on starting Pre-registration is not required Call for dates; 7 to 9 p.m. beginning July 8, 7 to 8 p.m. an exercise program, eating healthy Connection Having a new baby in the house can Corvallis Cost: $30 Call for information: 541-768-5244 for life and goal setting. be tough on siblings. Children will Five-week series Expectant parent class Call for information: 541-768-4752 Lebanon You just found out you are pregnant. learn about baby care and see a film Mondays beginning May 26, June 30, Albany May 1, July 10, Sept. 4; 7 to 8:30 p.m. Diabetes foot clinic Congratulations! It is very exciting, on pregnancy, delivery and adjusting Aug. 4; Thursdays beginning May 22, Are you expecting a new baby and have Third Thursdays, 1 to 4 p.m. Postpartum class Call for information: 541-451-7872 Early detection of diabetic foot problems but what do you do now? Here are to the new baby. June 26, July 31; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. questions about proper care? Learn about Cost: $30/person or $45/couple newborn care and talk with a pediatrician. New moms, and their supportive can help prevent future complications. some helpful tips: Cost: $75 a couple Call for information: 541-812-4839 Albany partners (spouse, family or friend) will Breast pump rental The foot clinic assesses sensation of Call for information: 541-768-4752 Corvallis • Find out what community services, May 10, July 12, Sept. 13; 10 to 11 a.m. explore the unique challenges women Breast pump rental and other skin and nails, and teaches foot care. Corvallis Call for information: 541-812-4301 First Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Cost: Free classes and support groups are Lebanon face during the days, weeks and months breastfeeding supplies are available Treatment of diabetic foot problems Five-week series Call for information: 541-768-4900 Call for information: 541-768-6973 available for pregnant moms Corvallis after delivery of a new baby. We will from Samaritan Medical Equipment includes nail care, calluses and ulcers. Wednesdays beginning June 18, discuss healing after birth, activity and Physician referral required. and their families May 10, June 14, July 12, Aug. 9; “Hey! Look Us Over” Albany, 541-812-5460 Lebanon July 30; 5:30 to 8 p.m. exercise, emotional changes, sexuality, 1 to 3 p.m. maternity program Corvallis, 541-768-7500 Cost: Insurance may cover part or Cost: Free • Start reading about pregnancy and Cost: $50, scholarships available; sleeping issues, postpartum depression Prerequisites: Registration, for children Lebanon, 541-451-6364 all of the cost Call for information: 541-451-6313 childbirth and formulate questions 3 years and older. An adult must prepayment required Expectant parents will tour the birthing and baby blues. Babies are welcome. wing and meet the delivery staff. Newport, 541-574-4797 Call for information: • Decide which baby care and accompany the child. Call for information: 541-451-7872 Diabetes support Albany Albany, 541-812-4498 (Tuesdays) Call to register: 541-768-4752 Lincoln City Corvallis This monthly support group provides parenting classes will help you feel First and third Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Breastfeeding lifestyle Corvallis, 541-768-6973 (Wednesdays) Cost: Free for patients delivering at Second Wednesdays, 7 to 9 p.m. ongoing education and encouragement comfortable in caring for yourself Lebanon Drop-ins welcome Learn how to provide optimum Lebanon, 541-451-6313 (Wednesdays) Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital; No pre-registration required for people with diabetes and their families. and your new baby May 8, July 17, Sept. 11; 7 to 8 p.m. Location: Samaritan Medical and nutrition for your baby, even after Newport, 541-574-4723 Call to register: 541-451-7872 $50 for others Call for information: 541-768-4752 Diagnostics Center • Learn about your local hospital’s returning to work. Albany Call for information: 541-996-7179 Lebanon Call for information and to register: Diabetes management Third Tuesdays, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. procedures, your options Albany Boot camp for new dads Newport Call for appointment: 541-258-2101, 541-812-4301 Call for information: 541-812-4839 and choices June 3, July 29, Sept. 30; 7 p.m. This three-session course gives an Fathers-to-be learn about the joys and Four-week series, begins first Tuesday ask for the Girod Birth Center Preparing for twins Call for information: 541-812-4301 overview of diabetes, including its Corvallis • Develop your personal birth plan realities of fatherhood from veteran of each month, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Lincoln City causes and symptoms, and suggests diet, Corvallis First Tuesdays, 5 to 6 p.m. dads who bring their babies to class! Cost: Free for patients who are Call for information: 541-996-7179 This session will educate and prepare exercise and medication modifications. Our Maternity Connections program Call for information: 541-768-6908 Call for information: 541-768-6973 This men-only class fosters camaraderie delivering at Samaritan Pacific parents expecting a multiple delivery. The class also covers the psychological can help you organize these decisions, and solidarity as rookie dads learn how Communities Hospital Hope for mothers A nurse will answer questions and and emotional aspects. (If the group Lincoln City to care for babies — especially when discuss delivering twins or triplets. Lactation clinic Third Wednesdays, 2 to 3 p.m. prepare early for your pregnancy, and Call for information: 541-574-4936 Support for women suffering from setting is not convenient for you, they are crying, how to support new Nursing moms have the opportunity to Call for information: 541-996-7355 help to create a pleasant and emotional or mental health issues Corvallis ask about individual classes.) moms, how to drop a diaper into the consult with a lactation nurse during a satisfying hospital stay. Childbirth preparation related to childbearing. Prerequisite: Attend when you are Newport breastfeeding clinic. You’ll get answers Cost: Check with your health plan trash at 40 feet and more! in a weekend between 20 and 26 weeks along. Second Thursdays, 2 to 3 p.m. Second and fourth Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. to any breastfeeding questions, discuss office for questions about coverage All services are free. Corvallis Learn about labor and birth, complications, Call for dates and to register: Call for information: 541-574-4682 Location: Samaritan Albany General different techniques and positioning, May 17, July 19; 9 a.m. to noon breathing and relaxation. Class includes 541-768-6908 Prerequisite: Physician referral and For more information, call the Maternity Hospital and help with problem solving. Cost: $20 (includes book) a tour and birth film and is best if advanced registration Care Coordinator in your area: Call for information: 541-812-4303 Call for information: 541-768-4752 completed at least four weeks Your incredible newborn Call for an appointment Call for information: before your due date. Albany, 541-812-5116 Samaritan Albany General Hospital, Albany Albany, 541-812-4839 Caring for your new baby Corvallis, 541-768-4900 Albany May 6, July 8, Sept. 9; 7 p.m. Corvallis, 541-768-6973 541-812-4301 or 541-812-4303* Lebanon, 541-451-7177 Learn how to hold, burp, bathe and May 17 and 18, June 7 and 8, July 19 Cost: Free Lebanon, 541-451-6313 diaper your baby. We’ll discuss skin Call for information: 541-812-4301 Lincoln City, 541-996-7355 Good Samaritan Regional Medical and 20, Sept. 13 and 14; Saturday, Lactation line Center, 541-768-6908 or and circumcision care, infant crying, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. Newport, 541-574-4682 bottle feeding, breastfeeding and Call for breastfeeding support 541-768-5772* Cost: $70 much more. Call for register: 541-812-4301 over the phone. Samaritan Lebanon Community Albany Corvallis Albany, 541-812-5116 Hospital, 541-451-7872* May 13, July 15, Sept. 16; 7 p.m. Corvallis, 541-768-5244 Aug. 16 and 17; Saturday and Sunday, Sign up to receive our monthly Cost: Free 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lebanon, 541-451-7588

CHILDBIRTH PREP/FAMILY Samaritan Pacific Communities Call for information: 541-812-4301 Cost: $75 e-newsletter! Scan the QR code twitter.com/SamHealth Lincoln City, 541-996-7179 Hospital, 541-574-4936 Call to register: 541-768-4752 with your smart phone or visit facebook.com/SamHealth * Información en Español samhealth.org/Subscribe. 32 35 Cancer education and support Community services COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMUNITY Art workshops for Caregivers Oncology and nutrition Support group for young adults Community medical clinics Health information cancer survivors A chance for caregivers to discuss Consult with a registered dietician For young adults, ages 25 to 40, Do you or your family need medical Looking for information about your (Samaritan ArtsCare program) common feelings and learn about regarding nutrition during and after who have experienced cancer. attention but you don’t have insurance? condition, or another health topic of community resources that offer help. cancer treatment. Clinics are offered throughout the interest? Our libraries are open to the Patients undergoing treatment for cancer, Albany mid-valley. public. Please visit us in person in and their caregivers, are invited to Please view the Caregivers listing in the Albany Second Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Albany and Corvallis or find us online these free workshops. Local artists Healthy Living section for more information. Wednesdays, by appointment only Call for information: 541-812-5880 Albany at samlib.com. teach different, engaging art styles, Call for information: 541-812-5888 Thursdays, 5 to 9 p.m. including painting, calligraphy, CLIMB — Children’s Lives Surviving to Thriving — Suggested contribution: $5 Albany card-making and pottery. Include Moments of Bravery Oregon Breast and moving on with life after cancer Call for an appointment: 541-812-4059 For information, visit the Stanley K. Cervical Cancer Program Davis Library at Samaritan Albany Albany Support for children of parents or Surviving to Thriving is a free six-week Corvallis General Hospital. Location: Samaritan Cancer Resource grandparents with cancer. This program helps low-income, series of classes helping cancer survivors Mondays, 8 to 10 a.m.; Wednesdays, Center in North Albany Call for information: 541-812-5888 uninsured, and under-insured women, and their families explore and redefine 5:30 to 8 p.m.; Fridays, 8 to 10 a.m. Weekdays, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call for information: 541-812-5888 between the ages of 40 and 65, gain their relationships and themselves Check in 30 minutes early. Call for information: 541-812-4446 Living with cancer access to lifesaving screening programs through creativity. Each session features Cost: $5 donation requested, for for early detection of breast and cervical a different artist and art project, loosely For information specific to cancer, visit Breast cancer support This support group is open to patients uninsured or underinsured patients, cancers. Eligible women may receive a based on a metaphor that reflects the the library at the Samaritan Cancer For women and men who have and caregivers of all cancer types. services are provided on a sliding scale. free wellness check, including: cancer journey. No prior art experience Resource Center, located inside the Introduction to Parish Nursing Prayer shawl ministry experienced breast cancer, this is Open discussion about any cancer- (On Wednesday evenings patients is necessary. Visual art, music and poetry Samaritan Medical and Diagnostics Basic preparation for anyone interested Local knitters and crocheters a time for sharing, mutual support related issue or concern is welcomed. • Doctor’s office visit and physical exam with proof of employment will be are all part of this popular series. Center in North Albany. in parish nursing. Participants are prayerfully create beautiful shawls and education. given priority.) Albany • Pap test eligible to earn up to three college which are given to patients as sources Newport Call for information: 541-758-3000 Weekdays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Corvallis First and third Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m. • Mammogram credits. Scholarships are available. of warmth and spiritual comfort. Call for information: 541-574-4921 Call for information: 541-812-5888 Third Mondays, 7 p.m. • Breast self-exam instructions Lebanon Call for information: 541-768-5220 (days), or 1-877-311-4686 Lincoln City and Newport Prayer shawls may be created at Call for information: 541-768-5340 541-753-1238 (evenings) • Time to discuss any questions Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. check-in; monthly meetings, or made at home. you have Swedish massages 6 to 7 p.m., clinic Corvallis Call for information: Karen Wright, RN Lebanon 541-574-4925 or email kwright@ Corvallis Look good…feel better • More follow-up tests, if needed Albany Call for information: 541-758-3000 For information, visit the Murray Second Mondays, 7 p.m. Free to those with cancer and caregivers. Memorial Library at Good Samaritan samhealth.org Prayer shawls may be delivered to A free class for female cancer patients • Treatment for breast or cervical cancer Operated by Benton Community Call for information: Mary, 541-451-2384 Prerequisite: Physician’s approval Regional Medical Center. The library the Administration Department on who have undergone chemotherapy or Health Center (Wigs, bras and prostheses are available.) Call for information: 1-877-255-7070 Call for information: 541-812-5888 also offers quality health-related books Knitting into the mystery the first floor of Good Samaritan radiation and want to learn ways to or visit healthoregon.org/bcc Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for purchase, and health-related DVDs Join a group of knitters who share their Regional Medical Center enhance their appearance through Cancer information Transportation for Lincoln Location: East Linn Health Clinic, and software media that can be time and experiences making prayer Call for information: 541-768-5120 make-up, skin care and with wigs, hats or Physical activity Access print and electronic cancer County breast cancer patients 100 Mullins Drive #A-1 checked out. Most materials may be shawls. Come, share and learn. or email [email protected] reference materials online. The service turbans. Visit LookGoodFeelBetter.org. Call for information about safe, gentle Call for information: 541-451-6920 Patients may be eligible to receive a checked out for two weeks and Albany Lincoln City is free to residents of Benton, Lincoln Albany physical activity options in your area, gas card and an overnight stay at the can be mailed to you anywhere in Third Wednesdays, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Call for information: 541-996-7132 and Linn counties. Visit samlib.com or Call for information: 541-812-5888 541-812-5888. Disaster preparedness Mario Pastega Guest House at Good Benton, Lincoln or Linn counties Call for information: Jolene Kachel-Kreger, call 1-888-4-SAM-LIB. You can also For information about emergency Newport Corvallis Samaritan Regional Medical Center. Weekdays, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. 541-812-4114 visit our resource center in Albany for Prostate cancer support group preparedness — including items you Call for information: 541-574-4991 Second Mondays, 4:30 to 6 p.m. Call for information: 541-768-6200 information and referrals to resources The prostate cancer support group Call for information: Rebecca, should have in your home, tips for Lebanon Call for information: 541-768-5220 or 1-888-4-SAM-LIB (1-888-472-6542) specific to cancer. provides a space for men to discuss 541-574-4921 taking care of your family, pets and Call for information: 541-451-7129 Volunteer! Newport/Lincoln City the physical and emotional aspects neighbors in an emergency, call As a volunteer you improve the balance Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hospice volunteer training Call for information: 1-800-395-5665 of this disease. 541-768-6558. No One Dies Alone in your life by stepping away from your Samaritan Cancer Resource Center Hospice volunteer training classes are The No One Dies Alone program at routine and finding a fresh perspective. 400 Hickory St. NW, Albany, OR 97321 Albany Metastatic cancer Free health checks for women offered for those interested in learning Good Samaritan Regional Medical Call for information: 541-812-5888 May 1, 15, June 5, 19; 4 to 6 p.m. Good Samaritan Regional Medical support group Breast and cervical cancer screenings more about how to support terminally Center is staffed by trained volunteers Call for information: 541-812-5880 ill patients and their families and those Center, 541-768-5083 Cancer support For anyone living with metastatic/ for women without health insurance or who provide a comforting presence for advanced breast cancer. for those who otherwise could not who are considering becoming volunteers. patients who have no family or friends Samaritan Albany General Hospital, A group for newly diagnosed patients as afford these exams. Services provided Benton and Linn counties to be with them in the hospital during 541-812-4185 well as cancer survivors. We provide Corvallis through the Oregon Breast and the last few days of their life. Fourth Wednesdays, 2 p.m. Call for information: Karen McLain, Samaritan Evergreen Hospice, support, information and coping skills. Cervical Cancer Prevention Program, Call for information: 541-768-6005 541-812-4677 Corvallis 541-812-4677 Albany supported by grants from the Centers Lincoln City For information about becoming a First and third Tuesdays, 7 p.m. for Disease Control and from the Susan Samaritan Lebanon Community Call for information: Laura Rardin, compassionate companion for the No Call for information: Janie Moody, Komen Foundation. Hospital, 541-451-7062 541-996-7328 One Dies Alone program, please contact 541-768-5220 or Mike Hubler, Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital, Call for information Chaplain Services at 541-768-5084 or 541-753-1238 Join our “Friends and Newport 541-996-7132 Albany, 541-967-3888 [email protected]. Call for information: Laura Rardin, Newport Family” mailing list Corvallis, 1-877-255-7070 Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital, 541-574-1811 ext. 2558 First Tuesdays, noon to 1 p.m. Receive monthly updates about Lincoln County, 1-877-255-7070 541-265-2244 ext. 2537; Hospice Call for information: 541-574-4921 new classes, programs and events. volunteers, 541-574-1811 ext. 2558 CANCER SUPPORT All contact information is kept Senior Companion Program, confidential. For information or to 541-812-4185 (valley) or sign up, call 541-812-5888. 541-574-4714 (coast) Wiley Creek Community, 541-367-1800 34 Samaritan Health Services offers physician clinics in Here to partner in your health the following communities: Albany Lincoln City To find a physician, call our convenient Physician Referral Network Brownsville Newport at 1-800-863-5241. From information on specialists and services Corvallis Sweet Home Depoe Bay Toledo to details on a specific physician’s interests and credentials, Lebanon Waldport we will help you find the right health care partner. 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A free heart screening and advice from Family Nurse Practitioner Kim Montagne helped Scott Pierson of Albany make positive changes for better health. Read about his story on page 14. Photo by Karl Maasdam Photography.

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