2 LIVING DONATION NOCTURNAL HEMODIALYSIS 3 Our people. Our work. Our values.

www.calgaryhealthregion.ca April 4, 2006 Issue #156

A s alute t o role m od els o f excelle nce i n th e Region The PeopleFirst Awards

Barbara Balfour COMMUNICATIONS

t was the quality of care they Ireceiv ed for serious injuries fr om a vehicle collision that made Pete and Kay Martens want to give something back. Th e Martens were am ong 124 awar d leadership, enthusiasm, and compas - Their grati tude for the compassion recipients, who ranged from a coali - sion to those they interact with on a shown all the wa y fr om r oads id e ass is - tion committed to making Airdrie daily basis,” said Margaret Munsch, Paul Rotzinger photos tance t o the medical car e tha t followed smoke-free, to a group of women Senior Vice-President, People & Left to right, clockwise: PeopleFirst award recipients Pete and Kay Martens, who were honoured in the p ro m p ted th em to beco me vo lunteers from the PLC’s Leukemia team who Learning. & Healing Hands category; Sandy Baggott of the Children’s , who was honoured in the Heart & Healing Hands category; and Kari Pistore and Liz Spellen from the International Neo - at the Peter Lougheed Centre, where raised more than $30,000 in honor “From recent arrivals to lifetime natal Care Team, who were honoured in the Spirit of Learning category . they ha ve shown the same compass ion of a colleague who passed away from achievers, the people being ho noured almost dail y ove r the past five y ears. the disease. tonight have done much more than this year, which covered five catego - of going above and beyond everyday For their unwavering commit - Though their backgrounds and what was expected of them. They hav e ries: H eart & H ealing Hands, Caring workplace duties. Man y of the nomi - ment and dedication, the couple, causes varied greatly, what the reci p i - do ne so through strength, teamwork, for Community, H eal th y Leadershi p , nees played an instrumental role in who are in their 70s, were ho noured ents did share in common was rec - and innovation. And through it all, Lifetime Achievement, and Spirit of w orking with marginalized communi - by the H eal th Regio n at the ogni tion by their peers for being role they have put people first.” Learning. ties in Calgary and across the globe. PeopleFirst Award ceremonies on models in their fields. More than 500 Regi on staff an d v o l - The winners were selected by a Mar ch 23. “Tonight’s recipients have shown unteers w ere nominated for the awar ds committee who looked for evidence SEE PEOPLEF IRS T, PAGE 2

Dr. Steve n Wheele r r e cei ves Ge n e ral Se rvice M e d al Calg ary MD h ono ured for work in Af ghan istan

Barbara Balfour “I was struck that people with so little COMMUNICATIONS and who have such different lives from us can somehow learn to adapt in a country n a cold bed, in the narrow hallway of that has been at war for the past 20 years,” Oa crumb ling Afghani h osp ital , an eigh t- said Dr. Wheeler, who works out of the year-o ld child lay diso riented with o nly a thin Peter Lougheed Centre. “They were walk - b lanket to keep him warm. ing around in sandals in -20 degrees Celsius O nly days earli er, he had been hit b y a j eep in with snow on the ground, and living in mud Kabul and subsequen tly treated for traumatic huts with windows stuffed with only plastic h ead injuries by visiting Calgary an esth esio lo - to shut out the wind. It was heartbreaking in gist Dr. Steven Wh eeler. many ways.” N o family members were fo und to take care On March 23, Dr. Wheeler was presented o f him in the hosp i tal o r be by his side. M o re with the General Service Medal from the than a year later, it is hard fo r Dr. Wh eeler to Department of National Defence for his sup - rem em ber this form er pati ent an d his un certain port to the Canadian Forces in the presence fate with o u t getting emo tio nal. of an armed enemy. He was received with a During his two-month stay as a civilian standing ovation from the crowd who had on the surgical team at the Canadian Forces gathered to celebrate notable accomplishmen ts Cam p Julien in Afghanistan , sto ries like th ese by Regio n employees at the ann ual PeopleF irst Paul Rotzinger photo were not unco mmo n, he says. The mark fro m awards ceremony. Calgary Anesthesiologist Dr. Steven Wheeler was awarded the General Service Medal from the Department of National Defense his experien ce treating civilians an d troo ps in a for his service in Afghanistan. (l to r) Lieutenant Colonel Henry Flaman, Land Force Western area Surgeon, Dr. Steven Wheeler, Brigadier General Hilary Jaeger, Canadian Forces Surgeon General, and Colonel Russ Brown, Canadian Forces Practice Leader for war zo n e remains in delib le to this day. SEE CO MPASSION ATE, PAGE 2 Anaesthesia. 2 April 4, 2006 Issue #156 www.calgaryhealthregion.ca

CONTINUED FROM COVER Living donation provides opportunity to improve lives PeopleFirst New kidney makes for Some examples of these selfless endeavours include: the ultimate Christmas gift • A winner in the Spirit of Learning category Sheila Rougeau was the Neonatal Nursing Team (Kari Pistore, COMMUNICATIONS Wendy Rempel, and Liz Spellen) who traveled to Chandigarh, India as part of a collabora- or more than 30 years, Lance Males had been tion with the Postgraduate Institute of Medical monitoring the slow decline of his kidney Education and Research. They volunteered their F function, while dreading the inevitable outcome. time and services to further develop the general Then came the phone call he never expected. knowledge and skills set of nursing and medical “I’ve been trying to figure out what to give you staff who take care of sick newborns. for Christmas,” said good friend Bob MacDonald. • In the Lifetime Achievement category, nurse “Would you like a kidney?” clinician Linda McCracken has been an inno- MacDonald knew that donating one of his kid- vator in the fight against domestic violence and neys wouldn’t put him at risk; he also knew his was instrumental in instigating screenings for blood type (O negative) is considered a generic it in Emergency Departments across the city donor. Males, on the other hand, had never inves- in 2003. tigated the possibility of a living donor. • The Diversity Services Team won an award Having dealt with chronic kidney failure since he in the Caring for Community category for was 20 years old, Males always knew it was a mat- implementing and strengthening dozens of ini- ter of time before he would have to resort to one Greg Fulmes photo tiatives last year, including the expansion of its of two options – a kidney transplant or dialysis, For Christmas, Lance Males (left) received a kidney from his friend Bob MacDonald (right). Interpretation and Translation Services Team. a procedure which artificially removes toxins from On Jan. 3., MacDonald underwent a five-hour sized. “Prior to the transplant I felt like I was get- The evening ceremony, held at Spruce the blood. laparoscopic to remove one of his kid- ting old fast. I had no interest or desire in any- Meadows, featured a cocktail reception, live But because he had already been on the kidney neys, while Males, in an adjoining room, simul- thing anymore. Since receiving the new kidney, music and a stirring presentation emceed by transplant waiting list for five years and had a rare taneously underwent a four-hour surgery to have my energy levels are up, I feel much healthier, Olympic athlete Lindsay Alcock. blood type (B negative), he accepted the fact that MacDonald’s healthy, functional kidney placed my skin color’s better, I’m not cold all the time, During the presentation, Jack Davis, President finding a donor with the right blood type was into his lower abdomen. Less than two weeks after I can eat what I want, and my enthusiasm for & CEO, thanked the recipients for their hard remote. He resigned himself to going on dialysis, surgery, Males resumed light work and MacDonald life is back.” work, commitment, and setting a new standard even prepared for it by starting his own company was in training to resume running. “I walked two That would be MacDonald’s kidney at work. for health providers across the nation from home where he could be more in control. miles on the treadmill the night I got home from “If I had another one to spare I’d give that one “Thank you for making the Region a better “I was in total disbelief and shock that he would the hospital,” he said with a laugh. After three away too,” said MacDonald proudly. place to work for all of us,” said Davis. “We’re do this for me,” said Males, recalling the initial weeks of rest, MacDonald returned to both run- “It really was that easy.” able to do a better job delivering health care conversation with his friend. Concerned about ning and his job at Nexen, where he is employed as because of your hard work and commitment. MacDonald’s health, the two friends educated an exploration geologist. Be proud of yourselves; you are ambassadors of Unfortunately, not everyone is eligible to themselves on the issues and risks before making For Males, his new kidney has opened the doors the , whether you are at receive a kidney transplant. For these patients, the final decision to proceed with the transplant. to a whole new life and level of activity he never work, in your community – or representing the we focus on quality of life. See story on nocturnal “It wasn’t just about us,” explained Males. “I had before thought possible. Region halfway around the globe.” hemodialysis on page 3 for more information. to make sure it was okay with his wife, too.” “I can’t say thank you enough,” Males empha-

CONTINUED FROM COVER What you can do right now Compassionate Preparing for medical personnel pandemic influenza “During 2004, the simultaneous deployment I was still taking much less risk than most of the of Canadian Forces anesthesiologists in Haiti Canadian Forces team members.” Krista Ellingson • A two-week supply of pet food, if appli- and Afghanistan took our resources beyond the While providing medical care and training COMMUNICATIONS cable. breaking point,” said Colonel Russell J. Brown, at the camp from Nov. 2004 to Jan. 2005, Dr. • Ensure important prescriptions are filled Canadian Forces Anesthesia Advisor and an Wheeler also drew on his business background to n February 2006, avian cases of H5N1, and that you have a two-month supply of associate clinical professor at the University of help develop a strategic plan for a local hospital. Ior bird flu, were reported in 12 European important medicines, if possible. Alberta. “Steve’s contribution to our surgical Armed with an MBA as well as a Bachelor’s countries, including Austria, Italy and • Keep fever medication and a thermometer capability allowed us to maintain the high state degree in engineering in addition to his medical Sweden. in the home. of readiness that our troops deserve. Afghanistan degree, Dr. Wheeler travelled a unique path on While news like this can be alarming, • If you have dependants, have a backup care- is a dangerous place and our soldiers take great his way to medical school. employees can disarm the fear by personally giver identified in case you become ill. comfort knowing that should the After finishing his training preparing for a public health emergency. In • Know what work or job options are avail- need arise, skilled and compas- in 2000, he started working the process, the tools that will be built can be able when you are ill or caring for a sick sionate medical personnel will as a locum in communities applied to cope with any disaster. family member, such as working from be there for them.” “To be asked across Alberta, B.C. and “Preparedness begins with the individual,” home. Jack Davis, President & Ontario. He has spent the said Dr. Brent Friesen, Medical Officer of “It is very important to plan ahead in case CEO, Calgary Health Region, to go and care last three years developing Health at the Calgary Health Region. “This you or your family members become sick said Dr. Wheeler’s example of medical decision support is true with any disaster, whether it’s a natu- with influenza,” noted Dr. Friesen. “This is leadership and compassion is for our troops software that would make ral disaster such as a flood or an ice storm, or especially important if you live alone or are a characteristic of outstanding readily available the latest a public health emergency, such as pandemic single parent or caregiver.” health care providers. “We was an incredible in medical developments influenza.” Employees and the public can also take are proud to have such a qual- and research to physicians Although human cases of the bird flu have steps to protect their health both now and ity individual practicing with honour.” working in remote commu- been limited, H5N1 has pandemic potential during a pandemic. Wash your hands, cover us and are honoured to have nities – the reality of which and could evolve into a virus that can be eas- your cough and if you’re ill, reduce your con- him bring what he learned in he is all too familiar with. ily transmitted from one person to another. tact with others. Afghanistan, back to the PLC,” said Davis. “As a provider in a larger city, I’m so much more While all levels of government and health “I urge you to stay informed about H5N1 A strong believer in the work of the Canadian appreciative of what we can deliver and receive authorities are preparing for pandemic influ- avian flu and pandemic influenza,” Dr. Friesen Forces, Dr. Wheeler once told a military physi- in health care, including instant access to sur- enza, there are a number of things employ- said. “Don’t be afraid to visit the World Health cian to give him a call if they ever had a short- gery and the ,” said Dr. ees can also do to contribute to the prepara- Organization web site for the most recent and age of medical staff. That call came in the fall Wheeler. “In Afghanistan, many people don’t go tions. accurate updates. Educating yourself is key in of 2004. to the hospital until they are practically dead. Creating a personal disaster plan is the preparing for any emergency.” “To be asked to go and care for our troops was “I would never hesitate to go back. I know first step. Public Safety and Emergency In a pandemic, information and advice an incredible honour. I felt it was important to now that all the risks I took to my personal Preparedness offers excellent online on how to best protect individual citizens go so that Canadian troops could be cared for by health and safety were completely outweighed tools to help prepare your family and house- and their families will be made widely a Canadian anesthesiologist,” said Dr. Wheeler. by the benefits.” hold, including a five-step planning guide: available through information leaflets, Although the immediate reaction from col- Emergency Planning for Your Family, avail- websites and the media. Such advice will leagues and family was of concern for his safety, For more information able at www.psepc.gc.ca include where and how to seek medical Dr. Wheeler said he never considered not going on similar opportunities, As a second step to prepare for pandemic assistance. just because of the risks involved. contact the Canadian Forces’ influenza, Dr. Friesen recommends incorpo- “Pandemic influenza will greatly impact “Certain risks you can anticipate beforehand... Senior Staff Officer for Retention rating the following considerations and items our community,” concluded Dr. Friesen. “By others you can’t. You can’t predict someone shell- and Recruitment under the into your family’s emergency plan: planning ahead as organizations and indi- ing your camp or a suicide bomber. But even Director of Health Services, Human • A two-week supply of water and non-per- viduals, we will help protect ourselves, our though I was in a war zone with armed conflict, Resources, at (613) 945-6775. ishable food. families and our communities.” www.calgaryhealthregion.ca April 4, 2006 Issue #156 3

Improving access and patient care Empowering patients to self-manage treatment Province invests in funding Nocturnal hemodialysis bone and joint pilot project steadily gaining popularity Jennifer Lomas project released in December shows COMMUNICATIONS many encouraging signs of success including a 90 per cent reduction rovincial Health Minister Iris in wait times for surgery. The report PEvans has announced dedicated also noted a 30 per cent reduction in funding for several projects aimed at hospital stay and overall faster recov- improving access and enhancing the ery for patients. quality of patient care. “The early success of the Alberta In total, $54 million has been Hip and Knee Replacement Project allocated across the province for in reducing wait times and improv- innovative models of health services ing quality of care for Albertans dem- such as the Alberta Hip and Knee onstrates the incredible value of our Replacement Project, cardiac care and initial investment,” said Evans. “This breast and prostate cancer care. new funding underscores our com- “Access to services remains our top mitment to supporting innovative priority and these funds will help us and sustainable advances in public address this challenge in the future,” health care delivery. Over the next said Janet Umphrey, Senior Vice- three years I look forward to seeing President, Operations, Professional similar improvements in other areas Practice and Chief Nursing Officer. of care.” “We appreciate the commitment that The hip and knee pilot is a collabo- the province is showing to reduce ration between the Alberta govern- wait times in critical areas such as hip ment, Capital, Calgary and David Paul Rotzinger photo and knee replacements, breast cancer Thompson health regions, the Alberta Dr. Nairne Scott-Douglas, Medical Director of the Southern Alberta Renal Program, chats with dialysis patient Dan Burton while nurse Colleen Churchill looks on. care, MRIs and CT scans, coronary Bone and Joint Health Institute, the artery bypass surgery and prostate Alberta Medical Association and the Sheila Rougeau too much fluid too quickly, which 25 per cent of our eligible patients par- cancer care.” College of Physicians and Surgeons. COMMUNICATIONS leaves you feeling light-headed and ticipating in self-care in their homes.” $12 million of the overall fund- It utilizes a central assessment clinic woozy,” Burton explained. “Because So far, 28 patients have completed the ing will go directly to further devel- staffed by physicians, nurses, thera- or hemodialysis patient Dan nocturnal dialysis is done over eight prerequisite four-to-six-week training opment of the Alberta Hip and pists and specialists to quickly pin- FBurton, life was a balance of alter- hours, it is a slower, gentler treatment and are using nocturnal hemodialysis Knee Replacement Project, a pilot point a patient’s condition and identi- nating good and bad days. that leaves me feeling good the minute at home. launched in 2005 that introduced fy their treatment options. If it’s deter- The bad days announced their arrival I wake up.” Nocturnal hemodialysis empowers a centralized model of care and a mined that a patient requires surgery, three times a week with a 5:30 a.m. The acceptance and popularity of patients to safely self-manage their dis- streamlined referral process. Of this, they are assigned a multi-disciplinary wake-up call and an hour-long com- nocturnal dialysis has been steadily ease and improve their quality of life, $5 million will be provided to the care team that works with them right mute to Calgary from Strathmore for increasing since it was first introduced while increasing capacity at the hemo- Calgary Health Region to implement through to post-surgical care. treatment. When he returned home in June 2004. The recent purchase of dialysis units for those patients need- the project as the standard of care “We are hopeful that the lessons around 2 p.m., he was often too an additional 40 machines brought the ing nursing or medical support. Other for hip and knee replacements. The learned from the pilot project will exhausted to do anything more than total number of new units up to 76, benefits include increased energy levels, remaining $7 million will be allocat- provide the insight and impetus sit in his chair for the rest of the after- helping decrease the wait time for the fewer medications, additional daytime ed to Capital and David Thompson needed to apply this model to other noon and evening. 30 patients currently on the wait list. hours and no dietary restrictions. health regions who also participated care areas over the next few years, But since starting nocturnal dialysis “There are currently 801 patients “I like being responsible for my own in the pilot project. ultimately reducing wait times in in the comfort of his own bedroom on dialysis in Southern Alberta,” said health and body,” summarized Burton. While the formal evaluation of the many sectors of the health care sys- while he sleeps at night, there have Dr. Nairne Scott-Douglas, Medical “I’d recommend anyone currently on hip and knee pilot won’t be complete tem right across the province,” added been many more good days than bad. Director of Southern Alberta Renal hemodialysis to try nocturnal hemodi- until July, an interim report on the Umphrey. “Conventional hemodialysis can take Program. “Our goal is to have at least alysis at home.”

More jingle in your jeans for upcoming benefit year Interim expenditure Benefits premiums drop plan approved COMMUNICATIONS continues on a final budget. This ensures any important initiatives cur- by 1.7 per cent in 2006-07 he Calgary Health Region board rently underway can continue. The Thas approved an interim expen- final budget for the 2006/07 year will Janice Harvie Fewer claims in some plans has con- Employees share the annual $45 mil- diture plan, pending further discus- be presented to the board for approval COMMUNICATIONS tributed to significant plan savings. For lion cost of benefits with the Region. sions with the province on funding for later this year. example, the most common long term The 1.7 per cent reduction is a saving of the 2006/07 fiscal year. Earlier, Board Chair David Tuer said egionegion employeesemployees willwill havehave a bitbit disability (LTD) claim in the Region - approximately $765,000 in 2006-2007. Kay Best, the Region’s Executive the province’s funding announcement Rmoremore mmoneyoney iinn ttheirheir ppocketsockets fforor musculoskeletal injury – saw a significant Vice-President, Risk Management was appreciated. “Our priority is to the upcoming benefit year as a result of decrease from 20.5 per cent to 10.5 per For further information visit the and Chief Financial Officer, said the ensure the public receives the care they lower group benefits premiums. cent of all disability claims, likely a result human resources internal website Region is projecting first quarter oper- want when they need it,” said Tuer. Effective April 1, the aggregate decrease of the Region’s progressive injury pre- at http://www.crha-health.ab.ca/ ating expenditures of $627 million, “But as Calgary continues to grow rap- in the cost of all benefits will be 1.7 per vention and return-to-work programs. supp/hr/benefits/index.htm or which represents an uplift of approxi- idly and the population ages, we are cent. Only one specific plan in the group Optional life insurance claims decreased call the Benefits Service Centre mately 9 per cent over Q4 fiscal 2006 finding it tough to keep up with the of individual plans (vision care for nurses from nine in the previous year to one this at 699-0732 or toll-free at 1-888- spending. Earlier this month, the demand.” in UNA) experienced a rate increase. All year, which also results in plan savings. 943-1333. province announced the Region would Tuer said that population growth of other plan rates remain the same as last receive an increase of 6.4 per cent for over a quarter million people in the year or have decreased. BENEFIT PL AN R ATE CHANGE the 06/07 fiscal year. The government last decade has strained all city services The Region’s group benefit premiums budget announcement also identi- – roads, schools and especially health are negotiated with our plan carriers Basic Life -(7.0)% fied planned provincial expenditures care. And as the community grows, each year. Rates change based on the Optional Life -(10.0)% directed towards wait list reduction and the population is aging. Over the next plan experience, administrative charges, Voluntary Life (Member) -(10.0)% increased long term care services. The 10 years, the number of people 65 pool demographics such as average age, Voluntary Life (Dependent) No change allocation of these amounts to RHA’s and older is expected to increase from and the plan funding arrangements. It Accidental Death and has not yet been finalized. approximately 104,000 to 146,000, an has been more than four years since the Dismemberment (AD&D) No change The Region’s 2006-2007 operating increase of 41 per cent. Add increasing Region has seen an overall decrease in Short Term Disability No change budget has not yet been finalized. Best demand for new and better treatments, plan rates. Last year rates increased by Long Term Disability -(5.0)% explained that Region staff members higher drug costs and expensive equip- 7.4 per cent overall. Extended Health have not had a chance to review the ment, and we have a system under “The net premium decrease is a result Health: No change provincial funding commitment in strain. of positive plan experience over the Pooling: No change detail, nor have they concluded discus- “It is no secret we are feelings the past year, skilled negotiators and taking Vision: • UNA* +7.3% sions with provincial officials about effects of a vibrant and growing econ- what actions we can to help stabilize • Non UNA -(10.7)% funding issues. omy,” said Jack Davis, President & and improve claims experience that in Dental Care No change Interim expenditure plans have been CEO, Calgary Health Region. “But we turn affects costs,” said Carol Graham, Spending Account Fees No change used in the past to provide health care are working to make the system more Executive Director, Employee Relations Overall Change -(1.7)% to the more than one million people efficient and are taking steps to expand and Total Compensation. * includes increased utilization and additional $600 benefit effective 01-01-06 living within the Region while work our facilities and programs.” 4 April 4, 2006 Issue #156 www.calgaryhealthregion.ca in the loop What’s Up sored by the Alberta Society for the Promotion of Telehealth sites are: Transitions Sexual Health and the Community Health Nursing • ACH – 3524 A CHILD & YOUTH HEALTH PRO- Unit, , in affiliation with the • RGH – Fisher Hall I am pleased to announce the appointment of MOTION UNDERGRADUATE INTER- Calgary Health Region and in partnership with the • Banff Mineral Springs – Cafeteria Annex ARUNA MITRA, M.Ed., B.Sc.OT, to the posi- PROFESSIONAL COURSE is being held this Public Health Agency of Canada. Email aspsh@shaw. • Black Diamond – Medical Library tion of Brain Injury Program Manager, effective spring at the University of Calgary. The course is ca with questions or see www.aspsh.ca for confer- • Canmore – Medical Library April 17. This is a new regional role towards open to all students and health professionals seek- ence registration and program details. • Claresholm – Multipurpose Room improving the quality and integration of care ing an undergraduate elective course at the U of C, A seminar called COMMUNICATING • – CC 105 across the spectrum of services for clients and and involves a blended learning approach including UNANTICIPATED MEDICAL OUTCOMES • SPT – 1103 their families experiencing brain injury. Please Saturday workshops, field observation and 17 hours TO PATIENTS AND FAMILIES will be held • PLC 3121 join me in welcoming Aruna to this new regional of online time at students’ convenience. on April 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Coombs For more information please visit http://iweb. role and to the Neurosciences team. The six-week course starts May 13. Registration Theatre at the . Daniel calgaryhealthregion.ca/qshi/oconnellposter.pdf Cathy Edmond, Director, is ongoing for unclassified students. For registra- O’Connell, PhD, a consultant to the Bayer Institute A forum called SHADES OF GREY 2006: Clinical Neurosciences tion information, see NURS503.24 at www.spring- for Health Care Communication, will share his exper- DELIRIUM: A MEDICAL EMERGENCY (The summersession.ucalgary.ca/guide.html or contact tise in training healthcare providers in how to be 15th Annual Interdisciplinary Assembly of Health I am pleased to announce the appointment of Sandra Reilly by email at [email protected] an effective communicator when disclosing harm to Care Providers to Seniors), will be held June 17th HOLLY CROWE to the position of Assistant THE 7TH ANNUAL BIENNIAL patients and families. This seminar is open to any- from 7:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. The fee to attend is $60. Patient Care Manager, Emergency Department WESTERN CANADIAN SEXUAL HEALTH one who is interested but may be of most value to For entire brochure, please email beverly.forbes@ Foothills Medical Centre, effective April 10. We CONFERENCE will be held May 4 to 5 at the Red physicians, patient care managers and other direct calgaryhealthregion.ca are very pleased to have her join our team here & White Club, University of Calgary. It is co-spon- care providers. at FMC in this new capacity. Please join me in welcoming Holly to her new position. Congrats & Thanks Kathy Howe, R.N., B.N., Patient Care Manager, THE CALGARY HEALTH REGION Emergency Department, Foothills Medical Centre PERINATAL EDUCATION PROGRAM Bella event supports is the recipient of the Publishers Award of It gives me great pleasure to announce the Distinction this year. The Publishers Award appointment of DAVID POTTS to the position of Distinction was awarded by Calgary’s Child heart health for women of Assistant Patient Care Manager for the FMC Magazine for the Perinatal Education Program’s Peri-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), effective tireless and unending support of families in March 20. David holds a degree in Nursing and Calgary, and the dedicated limitless energy and has clinical experience in the Critical Care and enthusiasm in their quest to educate and sup- Recovery Room areas of nursing. Please join me port expectant and new parents. in welcoming David to his new position. More than 30 different courses, including Sarah-Beth Rasmussen, PCM, healthy lifestyles in pregnancy, preparing for FMC PACU childbirth, preparation for the new baby, and parenting classes are offered free or at a very Surgical Services is pleased to announce the hir- low cost by the program to ensure all families ing of LORI GERVAIS to the Assistant Patient receive the support they need. Their mandate Care Manager position at FMC Operating Rooms. is to provide resources and care that nurture and support pregnant women and families and Brenda Huff, PCM (acting), give newborns the best possible start to a FMC OR healthy life. Congratulations to KAREN DANIELS, I would like to welcome JACQUELINE the winner of the iPod Video for completing SIMMS to the position of Program Manager, the Information Privacy and IT Security Survey. Surgical Inpatients and Trauma Services, effective The answers to the survey have been posted May 1. Jacqueline’s office will be located at North on the IT Security home page at http://iweb. West II and can be contacted at 944-2363. We calgaryhealthregion.ca/security/ are delighted to have her join our team!

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Available June 1. Please call Cory at 284-4427 in attendance at the Hyatt Regency. ters, videos and workshops will be designed to Dr. Sandra Delon, for more info. Proceeds from Bella are being directed assist women in their diagnosis and recovery. Director, CDM For Sale: 2001 Grand AM SE. Red, fully loaded, through the Trust in support of education, Bella proceeds are also supporting a new 4-door, 6-cylinder, rarely driven. Only 37,000 kms. research, and leading edge technology for wom- system called Echo Pacs, which will allow car- We are pleased to announce the following Excellent condition. Asking $11,000 OBO. Call Bernie at en’s heart health. diologists to view cardiac images online from appointments in the Strategic Service Planning 585-5260. Although approximately 30 per cent of anywhere within the Region, effectively reducing portfolio: For Sale: Maternity clothes. All clothes are in like- patients admitted for cardiac disease are women, treatment time in urgent cases. 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L l oy d M a ck a s my s u- r J u l i e a n d Pa t s y, b u t a l l t h e n u rs e s w e re g re a t . on April 17 in the role of Clinical Project new-great snowbird model. $83,000 OBO. Call Bill at Coordinator for the Richmond Road Diagnostic ge o n . I w o u l d l i ke t o c o m p l i m e n t t h e d o c t o r A n d w h a t c a n I s a y a b o u t t h a t a m a z i n g 225-1782 or cell 852-8464 or Louise at 943-3529. Will & Treatment Centre project. Please join us in a n d t h e h o s p i t a l s t a f f fo r t re a t i n g m e s o w e l l . ‘ Ve rs i c a re ’ b e d ! I t wa s s o o o o o c o m fo rt a b l e ! consider selling 5th wheel separately at $48,000. welcoming Myrna, Jackie and Shelly into their Wanted: Accommodation in Maui from Aug. 26 to I wa s t re a t e d k i n d l y a n d a t t e n t i v e l y fo r t h e I h a v e n ev e r b e fo re h a d a h o s p i t a l s t a y w i t h positions. Sept. 2, 2006. 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