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QUEEN's HEALTH CARE CENTER by Kimberly Fukuhara, Geriatric/Adult A L O H A PUM E H A N A March 2001 G Tony Baccay, Editor G Elderly Affairs Division Quarterly Publication Department of Community Services G Jeremy Harris, Mayor G City & County of Honolulu QUEEN’S HEALTH CARE inside this issue By Kimberly Fukuhara, Geriatric/Adult CENTER Nurse Practitioner QUEEN’S HEALTH CARE CENTER ............................... 1 he number of older adults in the United States is rapidly increasing. Demographic projections GERIATRIC PHYSICIANS .............. 2 indicate that when the baby boom generation enters Ttheir senior years, one in five Americans will be over the SENIORS CELEBRATE age of 65 (American Geriatrics Society, 2001). With INTERNATIONAL YEAR these growing numbers, there will also be a demand for OF VOLUNTEERS .......................... 3 physicians and other health care professionals specialized in geriatrics. MANAGING MEDICATION ........... 3 Geriatrics and the Geriatrician NEW DAY CARE CENTER What is geriatrics? Geriatric medicine focuses on health OPENS IN KAPALAMA AREA ........ 4 promotion and the treatment of diseases that occur later in life. A Geriatrician is a physician who has received special PACE HAWAII OPENS training (and is certified in geriatrics) to prevent and man- NEW CENTER AT LEAHI ............... 4 age multiple and complex health diseases/problems of the older adult, for example: chronic pain, hearing difficulties, HAWAII FREE TAX HELP .............. 5 memory loss and osteoporosis. Who Should See A Geriatrician? SURFING THE AGING It is important to bear in mind that not all older NETWORK.COM............................. 5 adults need to see a Geriatrician. People who 2001 AARP TAX-AIDE are 65 years or older or those who have vary- OAHU SITES ................................... 6 ing degrees of disabilities, cognitive deficiencies, illnesses, considerable impair- THE HAWAII RESPITE ment or frailty, and/or are coping with a number of diseases COALITION .................................... 7 and disabilities should seek the advice of a Geriatrician. What Should I Expect? RSVP SEEKS SENIOR Whether a caregiver or a competent individual, it is VOLUNTEER TUTORS ................... 7 important to seek good medical care from a well-trained physician. It is crucial to select a Geriatrician who BITS AND PIECES .......................... 8 listens carefully and is attentive to the needs of an older adult as well as those who care for them. “NO FEAR OF FALLING”: A Fall Prevention Program ............. 9 Since there are many illnesses common among the older population, it is important that all elders receive a yearly CALENDAR OF EVENTS ............... 9 physical exam. This comprehensive physical exam usually includes gathering information such as: past medical his Continued on page 2 QUEEN’S HEALTH CARE CENTER swer questions as well at to geriatrician) and Kimberly Continued from page 1 take notes. Accompanying the Fukuhara (a geriatric nurse tory, present illnesses, prob- senior will be key in assisting practitioner) are health care lems with memory, behavior the physician (and the team of providers committed to ensur- issues (such as confusion or health care providers) in pro- ing quality care for Hawaii’s inability to sleep), current viding the best possible care. seniors. For more information medications and their side ef- The Queen’s Health Care about the Queen’s Health fects, nutrition and activities of Center in Kapolei (in the new Care Center at Kapolei, call daily living. When possible, Kapolei Medical Park) is dedi- 674-9500. caregivers should accompany cated to helping seniors live a (Some data used in this article was taken older patients to their doctor’s healthier and longer life. Dr. from the American Geriatric Society, 2001.) appointments to ask and an- Albert Leung (a board certified GERIATRIC PHYSICIANS GERIATRIC PSYCHIATRISTS/ PSYCHOLOGISTS Family Practice Center at Queen’s Geriatrics Program McCully, 941-3636 Dr. Albert Leung (Consultations Dr. David Bernstein, Geriatric Dr. Curtis Takemoto-Gentile & Primary Care), 674-9500 Psychiatrist, 433-1000 or 1-800- Individuals must be (Consultations & Primary Care) Dr. Shari Kogan (Consultations, 827-1000. Queen Emma Outpatient Center), eligible for VA Health Care Ser- Kaiser Moanalua Medical 585-5494 vices. Center, 432-7873 Dr. Kathleen Brown, Geriatric Dr. Sherry Saito (Consultations) Straub Geriatrics, 522-4276 Psychologist, Health Psychology Dr. Jon Cooney (Consultations & Assoc., Inc., 531-5959 Dr. Warren Wong (Consultations) Primary Care) Dr. Alan Buffenstein, Kuakini Hospital Geriatrics Dr. R. Gary Johnson (Consulta- Geriatric Psychiatrist, Queens & Family Services Program, tions & Primary Care for nursing Counseling & Clinical Services, home patients only) 523-8461 547-2900 Dr. Patricia Lanoie Blanchette (Consultations Only) Veterans Administration, Dr. Stephen Gainsley, 433-1000 or 1-800-827-1000 Neuropsychologist, 596-0330 Dr. John Buzanoski (Consulta- Dr. Michael Carethers tions & Limited Primary Care) Kaiser Mental Health Services, (Consultations & Primary Care) 945-7696 Dr. Kamal Masaki (Consultations Dr. Craig China (Consultations & & Primary Care) Dr. Michael Komeya, Geriatric Primary Care) Psychiatrist, 951-8883 Dr. Emese Somogyi-Zalud Dr. James Epure (Consultations (Consultations & Primary Care) Dr. Kenneth McCallum, & Primary Care) Psychologist, 599-1828 Dr. Linda Tom (Outpatient & Dr. Carol Joseph (Consultations) family consultation only, by referral Dr. Joel Peck, Geriatric from primary care doctor) Individuals must be eligible for Psychiatrist, Kahi Mohala, VA Health Care Services. Call 484-2722 or 596-0990 VA Benefits and Services at Private Practice Straub–Department of 433-1000 or 1-800-827-1000 Dr. H.H. Chun (Primary Care & Psychiatry, 522-4521 Nursing Home Care, can speak Chinese), 533-4274 NOTE: CONSULTATIONS REQUIRE Dr. Dan Hideki Tanahashi, Geri- A REFERRAL FROM PRIMARY atric Psychiatrist, 484-2497 or Dr. Howard Neudorf (Primary CARE PHYSICIANS 941-8803 Care), 677-1912 Dr. Marc Shlacter (Consultations NOTE: FOR NURSING HOME CON- & Primary Care), 293-8558 SULTATIONS, OBTAIN REFERRAL FROM PRIMARY PHYSICIAN. 2 gram, sponsored by HMSA, will hold your daily dose SENIORS honors senior volunteers whose of medication and fit in CELEBRATE service is benefiting the com- your pocket or purse. INTERNATIONAL munity and recognizes each • Multi-Med Organizer. individual’s achievements in de- Medication and vitamins YEAR OF veloping interests, attaining are stored in 7 labeled personal goals and overcoming compartments. Each VOLUNTEERS adversities. Call 523-4545 for By Tony Baccay compartment is divided more information about the Se- into 4 sub-compartments On December 5, 2000, the nior Recognition Program. marked breakfast, lunch, United Nations proclaimed Throughout the year, numerous dinner and bed. Easy to 2001 as The International Year of public and private agencies in carry & easy to open, it Volunteers to highlight the Hawaii will sponsor activities comes with a weekly achievements of millions of vol- and events to promote and en- medication schedule. unteers worldwide and to courage volunteerism. The year Mediwatch. It’s a watch encourage people to engage in • will culminate in the Governor’s and a pillbox in one. and support volunteer activity. International Conference on Holds 30 pills and noti- On December 8, 2000, Gover- Volunteerism to be held at fies you when it’s time to nor Benjamin Cayetano the Kamehameha Schools take your medication. proclaimed 2001 to be The In- Kapalama Campus and the Medication Reminder ternational Year of Volunteers in Hawaii Convention Center dur- • Chart. Tracks up to 11 in- Hawaii and encouraged every- ing the week of September 29 dividual medications, one to support the effort to through October 2, 2001. celebrate volunteerism as an dosages and frequen- expression of Aloha that unites cies. Color codes with a our communities in the spirit of movable panel help to ohana and allows us to over- keep track, hour by hour, come individual differences in MANAGING of medication needs. age, gender, race, religion, and MEDICATION • Pill Crusher. Crushes income. By Roger Ramos, Marketing pills and caplets into a Director, Assistive Technology powder for easy intake As part of the year-long celebra- Resource Centers of Hawaii tion, the City and County of with food or liquids. Honolulu Mayor and the At one time or another, we all Crushes pills with a Honolulu Committee on Aging have to take some kind of simple twist of the wrist. will honor one man and one medication. Some of us have Separate compartment woman as the “Most Outstand- to take them on a regular or in the top can be used for ing Senior Citizen” at a gala even daily basis, hoping that pill storage. Fits in your event to be held at the Hawaii we won’t forget. Because for- pocket or purse. Convention Center Kalakaua getting can sometimes create • Pill Splitter. Just put the Ballroom on April 17, 2001, 9 undesirable consequences, pill in the container and a.m. - 11:30 a.m. There will be some helpful and important press the lid tightly on the additional awards for volunteers devices to assist us are avail- pill. The pill is cut in two who provide exemplary service. able. For example: for easy swallow or half Admission is FREE and the • Med-On Time. Program dosage. Use with coated public is invited to share the en- the special timer and the or uncoated pills. Fits in tertainment, door prizes and electronic reminder will purse or pocket. refreshments. The awards pro- beep at medication time. It Continued on page 5 3 NEW
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