The Horsemen’s Newsletter

August 2015 Vol. 25 • Number 7 MJC, MTHA INTRODUCE LANDMARK NEW HEALTH SYSTEM Jockey Club, in conjunction with Maryland Thoroughbred streamlined prescription refill process along with an advanced medical Horsemen’s Association, is proud to announce MedStar Health as the of- records system (EMR). This sophisticated EMR system will allow external ficial medical partner of Maryland racing. MedStar will also serve as the MedStar specialists access to patients records if continuing care is neces- official physicians for the innovative Horsemen’s Health System, which sary. will provide routine and critical care to Maryland’s licensed horsemen and Transportation to external providers will also be made available free jockeys. of charge to horsemen via UBER® ridesharing service if need requires. “We are extremely excited to partner with MedStar Sports Medicine,” More than 55 sports organizations (including the Ravens, said MJC President Sal Sinatra. “Our priority has Washington Nationals, Chesapeake Bayhawks, Washington always been to provide our jockeys and horse- Capitals, Washington Wizards, , and US La- men with a large network of the best sports crosse) have chosen MedStar Sports Medicine as their official medicine specialists and we believe this affilia- medical team. tion accomplishes that.” “MedStar Health is known nationally for their advanced The Horsemen’s Health System is a creative patient care,” said MTHA President Tim Keefe. “We’re look- and modern approach for a health platform ing forward to partnering with them and using their medical that is unrivaled in the racing industry and puts expertise to keep our horsemen Maryland racing’s medical care on par with other healthy.” professional sports in the region. This new sys- MedStar Sports Medicine, an tem will allow licensed horsemen and jockeys to initiative integrated throughout take advantage of the vast MedStar network for their medical care. MedStar Health, is one of the premier sports medicine programs in the Physicians will be available for walk-ins and appointments on racedays country, offering the latest advancements in sports medicine technology. from one-hour prior to the first race until the completion of the last race in MedStar Sports Medicine has grown to include more than 43 physicians, a new professional setting at Laurel Park. On dark days, MedStar physi- a team of certified athletic trainers and a network of nurses, therapists, cians are located within a short few miles of both Laurel Park and Pimlico nutritionists, and other clinical support associates at MedStar’s 10 hospitals with hours 365 days a year. and its network of community-based healthcare facilities. MTHA’s Racetrack Representative Diana Pinones will function as the In addition, MedStar conducts cardiovascular and head injury research health administrator for the program and will organize access to the sys- for the , and offers a sports medicine fellowship tem in English and Spanish. In addition, the new platform will offer a Continued on page 2 New Medication Guideline Booklets Available MTHA, in conjunction with the Maryland Racing Commission, has printed a new, updated ver- sion of Maryland Racing Medication Guidelines to be used as a reference for horsemen. The guidebooks, dated August 1, 2015, reflect the latest medication recommendations as part of the National Uniform Medication Program, an effort that began in the Mid-Atlantic region more than two years ago. Booklets may be obtained by horsemen in the Laurel Park racing office, the MTHA office, by visiting www.mdhorsemen.com or by calling 410-902-6842. Continued from cover program for orthopedic surgeons to learn the Introducing Counseling Administrator art and science of sports medicine. Treatment of concussions and head injuries will be a major focus of the new program. Med- ical Director Dr. Frank P. Dawson IV (pictured), Jasmine Arian who also functions as team physician for the and Morgan State Football, It might be the best pairing since Amer- do outreach and make sure people know will be implementing advanced, clearly defined ican Pharoah and Victor Espinoza. The I’m available for whatever they may need.” concussion protocols for jockeys and horsemen Horsemen’s Counseling Program and its Arian is in her Laurel Park office on alike in the first few months of operation. new assistance coordinator, Jasmine Arian, Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fri- “Concussions are a major problem facing appear to be made for each other. days from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The office is lo- professional sports in this country,” remarked Arian, 24, knows her way around a cated on the backstretch in the new dorms Dr. Dawson. “Medstar is a leader in the diag- racetrack. She’s engaged to Oscar Mancilla, building. She is also at Pimlico on Tues- nosis and treatment of traumatic brain injury. the son of jockey Oscar Mancilla (yes, they days from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the MTHA’s Our expert sports medicine team, as well as both have the same name). So when the office located near the Racing office. our vast network of sub-specialists, will enable HCP job became available she immediately The new coordinator said she has an us to provide Maryland jockeys and horsemen showed an interest. open door policy, so people can simply with the same level of care that our local profes- sional sports teams receive.” “My passion is having a career to help walk in, or they can make an appointment The Jockey’s Guild, Inc. was consulted in people,” Arian said. “When I saw this job, I by calling Arian at 301-776-0404 or MTHA the development of this program and Nation- thought it would be an excellent fit. I know Racetrack Representative Diana Pinones at al Manager Terry Meyocks is eager to see the a lot about the track.” 410-902-6844, for Spanish speakers. changes. Arian started working for the HCP of- The HCP has been working toward “The new Horsemen’s Health System is ficially on July 1, taking over from recently a drug-free environment for a long time a major leap forward and we greatly appreci- retired Bill Borchardt, who married and and Arian said she is already working to ate the consideration of MJC and MTHA,” said moved to Alabama. While Borchardt actu- coordinate drug and alcohol treatment Meyocks. “Our jockeys are top-notch profes- ally did individual counseling sessions on programs with Hope House in Laurel and sional athletes and it’s exciting to see their a part-time basis, Arian will instead assist with alcohol and narcotics programs. She health care reflect their professionalism. We horsemen full-time to find professional added she plans to set up at least one bi- look forward to working with MedStar and help for what they need. lingual Alcoholics Anonymous meeting their medical staff.” The Horsemen’s Counseling Program, a week at Laurel Park, helping to solve The partnership with MedStar will begin which is a cooperative effort between possible language issues and a prevalent with the Laurel Fall meet, which gets under way MTHA and Maryland Jockey Club, assists transportation issue. on Saturday, September 12. racetrack employees who are dealing with People already have been coming to personal, family and work-related situa- the new coordinator to help them enroll tions that may be troubling. The coordi- in health care, Medicare and Medicaid and Free Health Fairs nator provides services and resources to Arian is personally taking employees to Coming In August assist in dealing with a wide variety of social services offices when necessary, and problems including: stress, depression, helping them fill out paperwork. Mark your calendar now for Maryland family problems, marital conflict, anxiety, Arian clearly wants to be of service. Horsemen’s Health Fairs in August at Laurel Park and Pimlico. grief, alcohol or drug abuse, financial con- “I think one of the things that helped Dates are: Monday, Aug. 17: 9:30 a.m. to cerns and legal issues. me get this job is that I went in with a lot 12:30 p.m., Laurel Track Kitchen and Grooms, hotwalkers, jockeys, train- of confidence that I could really help the ers – anyone working on the back- Wednesday, Aug. 19: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., employees. That’s what I want to do,” she Pimlico. stretch – can go to the HCP coordinator remarked. “My door is at Laurel Park or Pimlico Race Course to For further information contact Bobby open. People can just Lillis at (410) 902-6843. seek help. And trainers, worried about an walk in or they can employee, can ask the coordinator for help call. The Horse- with an employee. In all cases, conversa- men’s Counseling The Horsemen’s tions with the HCP coordinator are private Program has had and protected in each individual’s person- the same phone Newsletter nel file. number for Arian will be working toward her full years, 301-776- Published by the accreditation to become a licensed coun- 0404. I’m here selor later this year after getting married in and ready to MTHA September. “I have my bachelor’s degree help.” 500 Redland Court – Suite 105, from in psychology Owings Mills, Maryland 21117; and will help coordinate an assessment (410) 902-6842; Fax: (410) 902-6841; to determine problems and the kind of E-mail: [email protected] care individuals need. I’ve been here two Website: www.mdhorsemen.com months and it has been busy, but I want to Dan Mangum News Clips Recreation Report 410-802-5798

Assistance Fund Bowling Pickup Softball Receives Grant The MTHA Bowling Tournament was held The MTHA summer pickup softball games Thoroughbred Charities in June at AMF Laurel Lanes. The final results were very well attended with an average of 40- of America has awarded for two games were: 1st: Edmond Benson 50 players participating each week. a grant to the Maryland (370), 2nd: Robbie Bailes (369) and 3rd: Tink The 5-week event ended on July 27 with two Brookmartin (324). Horsemen’s Assistance Fund Inc., the orga- nail-biting games between Team Tullock and Thanks to all who participated. We are or- nization that provides extraordinary benefits Team Bernardini. Team Tullock won each con- ganizing three-person bowling league to begin to backstretch employees in need. test with late inning rallies. in September. Please call Dan for more info. TCA distributes grants to several cate­ We would like to thank J.D. Brown for all of his help with this league. gories of Thoroughbred industry related Soccer Results non-profits including rescue, rehabilitation The five-week summer soccer tournament and adoption organizations, as well as edu- Backstretch Appreciation Day championship match was held on Sunday, June The ever popular MTHA Backstretch Ap- cation and backstretch programs. 28 with Rinconada F.C. scoring two late goals preciation Picnic will be held on Monday, Au- to defeat Lucy F.C. 3-1. The award cere­mony fol- gust 31. Food will be catered by Russell Clark lowed with Fernando Avina earning the MVP Scholarship and will include pit ham, pit beef, barbecue Award and the rest of the team being awarded Deadline chicken, potato salad, cole slaw, baked beans, individual trophies for their achievement. This Sept. 12 is the refreshments and more. dead­line to apply for MTHA-sponsored event was followed by a pic- nic for over 150 attendees! Thanks to all who There will be many door prizes up for grabs aid from the Maryland Thoroughbred Schol- participated especially Francisco Saez for all so no one will leave disappointed. Music will arship Fund which is administered by the his assistance. be provided by Carlyle Entertainment. Maryland Racing Media Association. Please note that this year’s event will be held Individuals employed on the backstretch Tickets at a NEW location behind Laurel’s track kitch- at Maryland tracks or at farms, training cen- Orioles ticket package winners were as fol- en on the grassy area. ters or vet clinics in Maryland, and enrolled lows: 7/2 – Libby Butts, 7/10 – Francisco Saez, All trainers, hot walkers, assistant trainers, this fall in college or graduate school, will be 7/27 – Gary Capuano, 7/30 – Edardo Garcia, exercise riders, grooms, jockeys, etc. and their considered for these scholarships. More than 8/15 – Alex Casarez en Eduardo and 8/18 – Ve- families are invited. $20,000 is available this year through the fund. ronica Singleton. Applications are available in the track ticket distribution is going MTHA Golf Tournament kitchens and in the MTHA office at Laurel. well. There are a few games still remaining. Mark your calendars for Monday, September They may also be downloaded from MTHA’s Please sign-up at the track kitchens or call Dan 28th for the MTHA Fall Golf Tournament at website at www.mdhorsemen.com. Mangum for additional info. Walden Country Club. Call Dan to register. Golden, Quade Honored by MRMA Richard Golden’s (pictured) first memory of horses was going to will be presented in November at the MRMA’s annual crab feast at summer camp when he was 7 years old and discovering his favorite Laurel Park. activity was going to the stables every day where he learned to ride Golden was overwhelmingly selected for the Finney Award that and take care of the horses. has been given since 1984. A sweet beginning for a man who eventually would become “It was by acclamation,” says Frank Vespe, MRMA vice presi- the owner of Northview Stallion Station in Chesapeake City, dent. “I can’t remember who made the proposal, but once he its sister farm in Peach Bottom, Pa., Maryland’s leading sire was suggested everyone agreed it was a great idea. It’s a lifetime Not For Love and Sycamore Hall Farm, also in Chesapeake achievement award and we thought it was a good time to do City. Now, Golden has been named the recipient of the it with [Maryland’s leading sire] Not For Love being retired Maryland Racing Media Association’s Humphrey S. Finney this year and with Northview’s breeding history in the Award. Mid-Atlantic. The award is named for the founding editor of The “Northview, Richard, Not For Love – they’ve had a Maryland Horse magazine, who was also past president huge impact on racing.” of the Fasig-Tipton Co. It is the most prestigious honor Not For Love, Vespe pointed out, is one of few given by the MRMA and comes in recognition of life- stallions to garner not only a regional reputation in time contributions to horse racing in Maryland. the Mid-Atlantic, but a national one, as well. Maryland Racing Commission chairman Bruce Despite Golden’s early enjoyment of horses at Quade also has been selected to receive MRMA’s Nancy Alberts Newsmaker Award, and new na- camp, he didn’t grow up working with them and tional Hall of Fame inductees trainer King Leath- didn’t discover his love of Thoroughbred racing until erbury and Xtra Heat have been named recipients of 40 years ago, when he was 36. the MRMA Dale Austin Newsmaker Award. The awards Continues at mdhorsemen.com When will the new program begin? Where is off-site care offered? September 13. Off-site care is offered at two MedStar When will I be able to see a doctor? facilities within a few miles of Pimlico MedStar physicians will be able to see and Laurel. walk-ins and patients with appointments Dr. Armstrong: 14201 Laurel Park Dr. from one hour before the first race until HORSEMEN’S (open Mon - Fri, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.). the conclusion of the last race. MedStar Prompt Care: 1419 Reister- Also on non race days, MedStar physi­ HEALTH SYSTEM stown Rd. (open Mon - Fri, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. and weekends and holidays, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.). cians will be accessible off site by ap- Do I need to make an appointment to access pointment. What if I need transportation? the new system? Both off-site facilities are located with- What does the program cost? Appointments are preferred for on-site care, however in easy reach of Pimlico and Laurel Park. There is no cost to horsemen for rou- not required to see a doctor on race days. Appoint- If you require transportation to or from tine medical care provided. ments are required for off-site care. your appointment, please note this when Do I need insurance? How do I make an appointment? calling for the appointment and transpor- There is absolutely no insurance re- For appointments to see a MedStar physician, call tation will be provided free of charge via quirement to utilize the new program. 410-902-6844 in English and Spanish. UBER® ridesharing service. HEALTH SYSTEM

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Backstretch Appreciation Day Board of Directors Food, fun and fellowship will highlight the MTHA’s Timothy L. Keefe, President Backstretch Appreciation Day on Monday, Aug. 31. Linda S. Gaudet, Vice President The event will take place in the grassy area behind R. Larry Johnson, Vice President the track kitchen at Laurel. Michael F. Horning, Treasurer Everyone’s favorites will be served: pit beef and Katharine M. Voss, Secretary roasted pork, chicken and salads, catered by A. Ferris Allen, III Russell Clark. Soda will also be provided. Christine E. Bricker Dale Capuano Door prizes will be distributed. Ellen M. Charles All backstretch personnel and their families JoAnn Hayden are invited to attend free of charge. Robert T. Manfuso Backstretch Appreciation Day honors H. Graham Motion the unsung heroes of our industry. Lawrence E. Murray Charles J. Reed Monday, August 31 • 1-4 PM Michael J. Trombetta