Ranked One of the Best in the Nation 94766 CCH 10/21/05 9:00 AM Page 2

94766_CCH 10/21/05 9:00 AM Page 1

THE HEALTH NETWORK OF THE CHESTER COUNTY HOSPITAL FALL 2005

Ranked One of the Best in the Nation 94766_CCH 10/21/05 9:00 AM Page 2

rsity; Unive hester .; est C R.N.C avid, W pbell, cole D er-Cam ent Ni Wagn g stud becca Nursin .N.; Re , R.N. t are: er, L.P Solorio to righ Stock Linda g left .; Beth R.N.; tandin t, R.N lozier, S ashet ine De arie M Georg nne M .N.C.; A pas, R te Pap Annet Our Maternity Care Program has been ranked among the top 10 percent in the nation. 94766_CCH 10/21/05 9:00 AM Page 1 five star Maternity Care!

The Chester County Hospital has long made it a priority to provide women and newborns with the best possible obstetrical services, from prenatal preparations To put together its ratings HealthGrades through labor, delivery, and compiles data from dozens of independent neonatal care. Patient surveys have private and public sources, including the consistently expressed a high degree of satisfaction Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services with the Hospital’s Maternity Department. of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, state Now it is official. Maternity care at The Chester records and state medical board records, publicly available County Hospital is tops. HealthGrades,® an independent directories and telephone surveys. HealthGrades ratings health care quality information and advisory services provide consumers with tools for evaluating and selecting company, has given The Chester County Hospital a five- health care providers based on quality. star rating – it’s premier ranking – for maternity care. Consumers are increasingly relying on public “report “In evaluating the quality of care at The Chester cards” issued by companies such as HealthGrades to make County Hospital and comparing our performance to informed health care decisions. While some of these companies hospitals nationwide, HealthGrades gave us their highest base their ratings primarily on financial data geared to hospital possible rating – five stars,” says H.L. Perry Pepper, boards and executives, HealthGrades’ ratings are based on President of The Chester County Hospital. clinical results aimed at providing consumers with comparative “HealthGrades also ranked our Maternity Care healthcare information so they can make informed decisions. Program among the top 10 percent in the nation and “The Maternity Care Program at The Chester County recognized us with their Maternity Care Service Hospital can be proud of these achievements,” notes President Excellence Award. This is a testament to the strong Pepper. “Providing the highest quality of care requires a culture of exceptional care and clinical quality that systematic approach, collaboration and commitment from all this organization possesses. It is not luck that results members of the team.” in distinction, but hard work and dedication to “Without the dedication of our Maternal/Infant health care our patients.” team this honor would not have been achievable,” adds Debra HealthGrades Maternity Care ratings are based on Kent, R.N., Executive Director of Nursing at The Chester quality indicators related to maternity care and neonatal County Hospital. “The passion and commitment our care: volume, complication rates associated with c-sec- physicians and nurses give every day tions; vaginal deliveries, patient choice c-sections, neona- helps us meet our mission and our tal mortality and number of births. promise to our community.”

THE CHESTER COUNTY HOSPITAL 1 94766_CCH 10/21/05 9:00 AM Page 2

Chester County NICU Awarded Level III Certification

Having a baby is both an exciting and anxious time. family is not separated, and the baby is greeted with While parents-to-be eagerly anticipate the arrival of their a neonatal team when born.” little one, they also often experience twinges of trepida- The Chester County Hospital has in-house tion about the unthinkable – what if problems arise? neonatology specialists available 24 hours a day, seven Fortunately, the vast majority of births are simple and days a week and can handle babies of all gestational ages. straightforward. But for those pregnancies and/or births The facility has the capability to treat 12 patients at a that do present with complications, The Chester County time, administering to about 250 infants annually. Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) – The specialized neonatal unit is staffed with newly awarded Level III neonatologists, as well as specially certification from the trained neonatal nurse practition- Pennsylvania Department ers and registered nurses. of Health – is there to The NICU has the capacity provide the best possible for on-site pediatric cardiology, care available. neurology, ophthalmology, and The Chester County physical therapy services, and is Hospital, affiliated with outfitted with all state-of-the- the Children’s Hospital of art equipment. Philadelphia (CHOP), has “But it’s not just the equip- the only Level III certified ment, it’s also our lab services, NICU in the County. “We are radiology, blood bank, pharmacy, a great resource for families and other services found here,” because – other than our unit continues Russell. “This is a

– the nearest Level III NICU GETTING STRONGER EVERY DAY multi-team approach. Everyone is quite a distance away,” Armon Legree of Downingtown holds onto his mom, here is comfortable and compe- Charlonda, during her recent NICU visit. Armon was says Pamela Russell, M.D., tent to care for these infants.” born September 17 at 25 weeks gestation and weighed Medical Director, Neonatal less than two pounds. Here, at three weeks, NICU staff focus on involving Services, The Chester County he weighs 2 pounds, three ounces and is doing well. the parents every step of the way, Hospital. “Our location pro- Russell says, by meeting with vides a real benefit to our community because women can them before their baby is born, if possible, so they know now have their baby in an intensive care unit affiliated what to anticipate, and by providing detailed instructions with CHOP without having to drive very far.” on how to care for their newborn after discharge. Statistics show that pre-term and high-risk infants “Parents are encouraged to participate in the care of do better when born in a center equipped and prepared their babies no matter how small or premature,” Russell to care for them. “That’s the best option,” Russell says. says. “We have an open visiting policy. Parents are “Then the baby doesn’t have to be transferred, the welcome 24 hours a day.”

2 SYNAPSE 94766_CCH 10/21/05 9:00 AM Page 3

NICU continued...

ADDY’ S LITTLE GIRLS

Like most parents would be, Robin and Eric Eanone were Dmore than a little shocked to learn that they were expecting triplets. But they were comforted knowing that their trio would be born at The Chester County Hospital. NOW 3

THEN

When Robin was admitted to the Hospital at just over 31 weeks gestation, she learned first hand of how important a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit can be. “Shortly after my admission, a representative from the NICU came to visit me,” says Robin. “They explained the role the NICU team would play and what would happen if our children had to be taken to the Unit upon being born.” Sophia, Chloe & Olivia Eanone

Olivia, Chloe and Sophia Eanone entered the world weighing four pounds, As Robin and Eric spent much of their time The girls are now nearing five years old and 3 ounces; 4 pounds, one ounce and that month in the NICU, they recall the have entered a new chapter in their lives… 3 pounds, 15 ounces respectively. They friendships and support networks that they kindergarten. They may not be aware of were cared for in the NICU for just over formed with other families who were going their fragile beginnings and their extraordi- one-month. “The nursing staff became like through similar experiences. “The Hospital nary entrance into this world, but it is an family to us,” explains Robin. “They were realized the importance of spending time experience Robin and Eric will never forget. caring and compassionate, keeping us with your newborns and allowed us to visit informed and reassuring us that our girls day and night. When we couldn’t be there, were receiving the highest level of care.” we could check in by phone.” THE CHESTER COUNTY HOSPITAL 3 94766_CCH 10/21/05 9:00 AM Page 4

NICU continued...

BOYall Timmy & Sean O’Hara

THEN Becky Toole, Tracey Breeding (holding baby on left), Stacey Jones, Sue Cacciavillano, Gil Pereira, Lisa Patterson, Sandy Cavanaugh's "hand", Pat Hoffheiser, Terry Smith, Nat Werner, Jen Masicioli (holding baby on right).

Not long after, Helen and Tim learned that they were expecting – twins. Given Helen’s past history, she fell into a “high risk” category and was monitored closely by her obstetrics team. Upon a routine visit at 22 weeks, Helen had begun to dilate. After surgery, medication, hospitalization and bed rest – all intended to slow her contractions – Helen went into labor at 28 weeks. The boys were born by c-section at 10:00 p.m. Timmy arrived first and weighed 2 pounds, 13 ounces. Sean fol- NOW lowed at 3 pounds, 6 ounces. “They spent the next seven weeks in the exceptional care of the nurses and doctors Timmy and Sean O'Hara are pictured left to right. in the NICU,” Helen recalls. Close to 50 pounds a piece, the boys are four feet tall. “Their progress was monitored carefully and Tim and I Timmy and Sean O’Hara of West Chester, were born at The were welcome any time of day or night. It was very com- Chester County Hospital on September 19, 1998. Their forting for us to see the same individuals caring for the gestastional age was 28 weeks. Most pregnancies last boys at each shift. I still have the picture of their “going approximately 40 weeks gestation. home” day with all of the staff that cared for the boys – The boys’ Mom, Helen, had a history of premature labor. they were our extended family.” She and her husband Tim lost their first child, Ryan, short- Today Timmy and Sean are like most boys their age – ly after his birth at 22 weeks gestation. “It took two years energetic, athletic and playful. “We were truly blessed to recover from this and with the biological clock ticking, with a happy ending this time,” says Helen. we sought fertility treatment,” says Helen.

4 SYNAPSE 94766_CCH 10/21/05 9:00 AM Page 5 women’s

OMEN’ S H EALTH health Serving generations with comprehensiveW care Women have their own set of health needs For routine pregnancies, the Hospital’s pre- distinct from men and children and The Chester natal health care and labor and delivery County Hospital is there to take care of those services are unsurpassed (see accompanying needs every step of the way with a spectrum story about the Maternity Department’s of care that begins with gynecological and five-star rating!). Plus, Chester County obstetric services and extends to a full range offers a host of childbirth education programs, including breastfeeding, newborn of services tailored just for women. care, a class to prepare siblings for the new “The Chester arrival, and prenatal and post-partum County Hospital exercise programs. offers a com- Chester County’s partnership with the plete array of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia guaran- health services tees patients exceptional maternity, infant for women of and pediatric healthcare services. all ages,” says In the event of complicated or high-risk William R. And Baby Makes Three—William pregnancies, the Hospital’s Perinatology, Atkins, M.D., shares the joy with Atkins, M.D., or Maternal and Fetal Medicine Department, patient Kate Burke of Conshohocken Chairman, as he holds her son, Owen. is there to administer the requisite special- Department of ized care. Obstetrics and Gynecology. “We recognize that “We take care of pregnant women with many women do view their gynecologists as medical diseases such as diabetes, hyperten- their primary physician and we strive to fulfill sion, vascular diseases, thyroid conditions, that role responsibly.” seizure disorder, and more, as well as in That’s why The Chester County Hospital pro- utero babies with medical problems,” says vides women with the opportunity for total Anthony Sciscione, D.O., Perinatologist and health care, from routine gynecological exams Medical Director of the Maternal and Fetal and mammograms to obstetric care and fertility Medicine Department at The Chester assistance to heart health, physical therapy, County Hospital. fitness classes, and more. “Should a woman have concerns about her Obstetrics medical history she can take advantage of the Hospital’s pre-conception and perinatal A hallmark of care at The Chester County counseling services. Prenatal testing, such Hospital is the warm and inviting atmosphere as amniocentesis, can determine the genetic in the Maternity Department, but along with status of the embryo, while antenatal sur- this comforting setting the Hospital offers an veillance testing, such as stress tests, ultra- extraordinary depth of high-technology services.

THE CHESTER COUNTY HOSPITAL 5 94766_CCH 10/21/05 9:00 AM Page 6

health sound, and Doppler studies can evaluate fetal injected directly into an egg, a laboratory proce- well-being.” dure used largely in male factor infertility. And if a woman experiences difficulty conceiv- The Chester County Hospital also has a donor women’s ing, she can undergo an initial infertility assess- egg program to benefit women who have exhaust- ment with her gynecologist at The Chester County ed their own supply of eggs or who have been Hospital, who can also administer ultrasound rendered infertile due to disease or medical treat- evaluations, laparoscopies, ovulation induction, ment such as chemotherapy. and intrauterine insemination. “People today are more educated about their “We make a specific timeline and if a pregnancy options and are more proactive than ever in pursu- ing help if they have difficulty in conceiving,” says John Orris, D.O., e provide women M.B.A., Reproductive Endocrinology, The Chester County Hospital. Wwith the opportunity “I consider The Chester County for total health care, Hospital a one-stop shopping place to not only get preg- from gynecological, nant but to have excellent fertility and obstetrical care.”

obstetric care to Gynecology

heart health, The Chester County Hospital also offers comprehensive coverage for physical therapy, the pre- and post-reproductive woman, including breast examina- fitness classes, tions, cervical screenings, and more. menopausal counseling, a full range of state-of-the-art diagnostic does not occur after three cycles, we then refer imaging capabilities, and more. the woman to our reproductive endocrinologists,” One of the Hospital’s newest and most excep- Atkins says. “We give these physicians all the tional services was recently created to support woman’s records, which enables them to move women diagnosed with breast cancer. forward immediately, rather than having to Understanding the emotional difficulty such a retrace all those steps.” diagnosis can bring the Hospital created a special Infertility affects about 10-15 percent of the pop- program led by a Nurse Navigator trained in the ulation and can be caused by ovulatory disorder, area of cancer and breast health. endometriosis, uterine fibroids, tubal disease, pre- Cathy Scallon, R.N., M.S.N., C.S., The Cancer mature ovarian failure, male factor, and more. Center of Chester County, helps women coordinate Options to overcoming infertility can include in appointments, treatment and follow-up care; vitro fertilization, where eggs retrieved from the accompanies them to doctor appointments, and mother are placed in a laboratory culture dish provides support and encouragement. with sperm from the father for fertilization, or “I can be involved in a woman’s care as much or intracytoplasmic sperm injection, where sperm is as little as she wants,” Scallon says. “It’s her deci-

6 SYNAPSE 94766_CCH 10/21/05 9:00 AM Page 7 women’s health

Serving Generations of Women The Chester County Hospital has been Janet West's hospital for more than 30 years. Her daughter Jennifer and Jennifer's two daughters - Taylor West, 10 and Mia Palma, 3 months were all born here.

sion. Sometimes it’s just helpful for a woman to While not a health problem unique to know someone is available to help or listen, if and women, incontinence does affect women when she needs it.” twice as much as it does men. The Center for Another special program is offered by the Physical Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Hospital’s Center for Physical Rehabilitation and offers physical therapy for incontinence treat- Sports Medicine for women who suffer from pelvic ment that can include therapeutic exercise, pain. Physical therapy, the least invasive treatment biofeedback, changes in diet, and behavior option for pelvic pain, can include internal mas- modification. sage, relaxation techniques, stretching, physiologi- Heart disease is another condition common cal quieting, electrical stimulation and biofeedback. to both women and men. The difference? The These treatments can help women improve and way symptoms present themselves. “Men usu- strengthen their pelvic muscles and alleviate pain. ally experience crushing chest pain with heart However, if a woman’s pelvic pain is due to attacks, pain that sometimes radiates to the uterine fibroids, The Chester County Hospital can arm or neck,“ states Verdi J. DiSesa, Chief, offer relief through a procedure known as Uterine Cardiac Surgery, The Chester County Hospital. Artery Embolization (UAE). While women previ- “Women’s symptoms can be more subtle— ously had to choose between surgical removal of shortness of breath, nausea, neck pain, even the fibroids or possibly a hysterectomy, UAE fatigue,” DiSesa continues, “And should be offers an alternative treatment that uses angio- evaluated in women of any age, especially graphic techniques to block the blood supply to those with risk factors like strong family histo- the fibroids. It is less invasive, spares the uterus, ry of heart disease, high blood pressure, high and has a quicker recovery. cholesterol, diabetes, obesity or smoking.”

THE CHESTER COUNTY HOSPITAL 7 94766_CCH 10/21/05 9:00 AM Page 8

All of the professionals at The CardioVascular The Chester County Hospital offers these Center at The Chester County Hospital seek to pre- women hope in the form of vertebroplasty, a mini- serve heart health by engaging patients and their mally invasive, non-surgical procedure that typi- doctors in the life long management of cardiac dis- cally provides rapid pain relief, the reduction of ease. "For Dr. DiSesa and the multi-disciplinary team pain medication requirements, and the return of of cardiologists, cardiac nurses and technicians, mobility. managing heart disease is a commitment to excel- Additionally, women at risk for osteoporosis lence that includes but is not limited to heart surgery can have a test done to detect bone loss in its or inserting a stent," notes Jean Caulfield, Senior earliest stages through Dual Energy X-ray Vice President of Professional Services at The Absorptiometry or a DEXA Scan, which is like Chester County Hospital. As Caulfield explains, The an X-ray, only it uses much less radiation. CardioVascular Center engages patients in the five All women deserve the opportunity to access components of disease management including: the best healthcare possible, regardless of their

• Prevention—risk factor identification and insurance status. Ob/Gyn Clinic Services of The management with wellness programs Chester County Hospital has been delivering to eliminate or modify risks hands on care to women, young mothers, and • Diagnosis—the latest expectant parents in office loca- technologies including tions in West Chester and echocardiography, nuclear Kennett Square for over 30 medicine imaging, multi-slice years. Many patients, especially CT scanning, and cardiac those in the southern portion of catheterization the County, are Spanish speaking • Medical, Catheter, and and have turned to the Ob/Gyn Surgical Interventions— Clinic Team, as not only medical medications, angioplasty, coronary stents and professionals but as friends. cardiac surgery Ob/Gyn Clinic Services offers • Rehabilitation—essential reduced rate gynecology care, exercise and lifestyle affordable pre-natal care and practices for recovery after childbirth deliveries in a comfortable, personal- heart surgery or heart attack ized, first rate setting. Interpretation services • Secondary Prevention—for patients with are available onsite. existing cardiovascular disease, identifying And because staying healthy should also be fun, and reducing risk factors to limit the The Chester County Hospital offers a varied menu progression of cardiovascular disease of yoga and pilates classes, cooking demonstrations, and even a Women’s Health Expo featuring Another health challenge women often face is a wine tasting! osteoporosis, a disease in which bones become porous, fragile and more likely to break. Of the “I’m proud of what we do to make women’s 10 million Americans estimated to have osteoporo- health a top priority at The Chester County sis, eight million are women, and of the 1.5 million Hospital and we’re not stopping yet,” says Atkins. osteoporosis-related fractures that occur each year, “We’re going to keep making The Chester County 700,000 are vertebral fractures. Hospital a health Mecca for women to come to.”

8 SYNAPSE 94766_CCH 10/21/05 9:00 AM Page 9

A Health Expo Just for Women

Physician Practices Physician Practices Specializing in Specializing Obstetrics and Gynecology in Reproductive Endocrinology Associates for Women’s Medicine Body William F. Brazerol, M.D. John J. Orris, D.O. 119 East Uwchlan Avenue, Suite 100 915 Old Fern Hill Road Exton, PA 19341 Building B, Suite 101 Phone: 610-903-6200 West Chester, PA 19380 610-840-1500 Chester County Ob/Gyn Associates and Jennifer Akins, M.D. Physician Practices Alan M. Askinas, M.D. Specializing in Gynecology William R. Atkins, M.D. Robert Friedman, M.D. Daniel D. Beninati, M.D. Morrie G. Gold, M.D. 77 Manor Avenue Dianne D. Hotmer, M.D. Downingtown, PA 19355 Pamela H. Kurey, M.D. 610-269-9010 Richard J. Mansfield, M.D. Mind Lydia G. Slavish, M.D. Center for Women’s Healthcare 600 East Marshall Street, Suite 305 Angelita G. Gemil-Corral, M.D. Save the Date! West Chester, PA 19382 Corazon G. Gemil, M.D. The Chester County Hospital Proudly 610-692-3434 795 East Marshall Street With offices also in Kennett Square, Suite 201 Presents Mind and Body: A Health Expo Downingtown and Lionville. West Chester, PA 19380 Take a break from the children, forget about supper 610-692-9700 Cheryl Bellaire, M.D. and be sure you and your girlfriends join us for this 795 East Marshall Street, Suite 304 Ronald Clauhs, M.D. fun-filled, wine and cheese-tasting event designed to West Chester, PA 19380 795 East Marshall Street, Suite 303 incorporate relevant information about your unique 610-344-9095 West Chester, PA 19380 needs. Health screenings including blood pressure, 610-436-5610 DeBaptiste and Associates Ob-Gyn body mass index and hydration will be available. Celeste DeBaptiste, M.D. Christina Ellis, M.D. Health displays, cooking demonstrations and nutri- 440 East Marshall Street, Suite 101 Medical Director tion/fitness information will help keep you motivated. West Chester, PA 19380 Planned Parenthood 610-738-7710 Enjoy complimentary skin and hair analysis. Our 8 South Wayne Street special “Ask the Doc” stations will allow you to West Chester, PA 19380 Physician Practices engage personally with our physicians and health Specializing 610-692-1770 care providers. Mini-lectures, focusing on Fad Diets, in Maternal/Fetal Medicine OB/GYN Clinic Services Alternative Treatments for "Hot Flashes" and Fitness Anthony Sciscione, D.O. The Chester County Hospital Carolyn Hadley, M.D. Demonstrations including Pilates and Yoga will set Antenatal Testing Unit West Building Ground Floor you on your way to wellness success. So bring your- 701 East Marshall Street The Chester County Hospital self, your mom, your sister, a friend and your sneakers 701 East Marshall Street West Chester, PA 19380 too! This program is FREE but pre-registration is West Chester, PA 19380 610-431-5155 610-431-5226 required by calling 610-738-2300. Women's Expo Thursday, March 23, 2006 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm Fern Hill Medical Campus For moreTHE info CHESTER — www.cchosp.com COUNTY HOSPITAL 9 94766_CCH 10/21/05 9:00 AM Page 10

T HE C HESTER C OUNTY H OSPITAL ELCOMES

THE F OLLOWING N EW P HYSICIANS

Christine Ali Ahmadinejad, M.D., Courtesy Staff DavidW Bobman, M.D., Attending Staff, Meyer, M.D., for Coverage Only, Department of Surgery, Department of Medicine, Section of Attending Staff, Section of Vascular Surgery. Dr. Ahmadinejad Gastroenterology. Dr. Bobman graduated from Department of graduated from Ferdowsi University in Iran. Temple University School of Medicine. He Medicine, Section of He completed an internship at Hahnemann completed an internship, residency and fel- Internal Medicine. University and a residency at Hahnemann lowship at Cooper Hospital in New Jersey. Dr. Meyer graduated University and Mercy Catholic Medical Dr. Bobman is Board Certified in Internal from Hahnemann University School of Center. He completed a fellowship at the Medicine and Gastroenterology. He has Medicine. She completed an internship and Medical College of Pennsylvania. Dr. joined West Chester G.I. Associates. residency at Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Ahmadinejad is Board Certified in General Meyer is Board Certified in Internal Medicine Surgery and has an office in Darby. Timothy Chen, and has an office in Exton. D.P.M., Attending Abass Alavi, M.D., Courtesy Staff, Marc Platt, Staff, Department of Department of Radiology. Dr. Alavi graduated M.D., Attending Surgery, Section of from the University Tehran School of Staff, Department of Podiatry. Dr. Chen Medicine in Iran. He completed an internship Medicine, Section of graduated from and residency at Albert Einstein Medical Cardiology. Dr. Platt Temple University Center and a fellowship at the Hospital of the graduated from School of Podiatric Medicine. He completed University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Alavi is Board Northwestern an internship and residency at Frankford Certified in Nuclear Medicine. Hospital in Philadelphia. Dr. Chen has an University in Chicago. He completed an office in Exton. internship and residency at Harbor General Timothy Fisher, M.D., Courtesy Staff, Hospital in California and a fellowship at Department of Radiology. Dr. Fisher graduat- Neha Mehta, Cedars Sinai Medical Center in California. ed from the University of California School of M.D., Attending Dr. Platt is Board Certified in Internal Medicine. He completed an internship and Staff, Department of Medicine and Cardiology and has joined residency at Santa Clara Valley Medical Pediatrics. Dr. West Chester Cardiology. Center in California. Dr. Fisher is Board Mehta graduated Certified in Radiology. from Albert Einstein Uzma Quraishi, College of Medicine M.D., Attending Heather Jones, M.D., Courtesy Staff, in New York. She completed an internship at Staff, Department of Department of Radiology, Section of Radiation UMDNJ – Robert Wood Johnson Medical Medicine, Section Oncology. Dr. Jones graduated from Howard School in New Jersey and a residency at St. of Internal University School of Medicine in Washington, Christopher’s Hospital in Philadelphia. Dr. Medicine. Dr. DC. She completed an internship at Mehta is Board Certified in Pediatrics and Quraishi graduated Washington Hospital Center and a residency has joined Chester County Pediatrics. from King Edward Medical College in at the Hospital of the University of Pakistan. She completed a residency at Pennsylvania. Dr. Jones is Board Certified in Cooper Hospital in New Jersey. Dr. Quraishi Radiation Oncology. is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and

10 SYNAPSE has an office in Kennett Square. 94766_CCH 10/21/05 9:00 AM Page 11

Thomas Jones, M.D., Courtesy Staff, Dr. Patel is Board Certified in Diagnostic Richard Chalfin, M.D., Affiliate Staff, Department of Radiology. Dr. Jones graduated Radiology and Vascular and International Department of Emergency Medicine, Section of from the University of Tennessee Health and Radiology. Occupational Medicine. Dr. Chalfin graduated Science Center. He completed an internship from Cetec University in Santo Domingo. He at the University of Tennessee Health and Guy Ross, M.D., Courtesy Staff, completed an internship and residency at Mercy Science Center, and a residency and fellow- Department of Radiology. Dr. Ross graduated Catholic Medical Center. Dr. Chalfin is Board ship at Vanderbilt University in Tennessee. Dr. from the University of Cape Town in South Certified in Internal Medicine and works at The Jones is Board Certified in Radiology. Africa. He completed an internship at Albert Occupational Health Center, West Einstein Medical Center, a residency at New Chester/Kennett Square. Joseph LaBricciosa, D.O., Courtesy York Presbyterian Hospital and a fellowship Staff, Department of Family Practice. at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. John Flanagan, M.D., Affiliate Staff, Dr. LaBricciosa graduated from New England Dr. Ross is Board Certified in Radiology. Department of Emergency Medicine, Section of College of Osteopathic Medicine. He com- Occupational Medicine. Dr. Flanagan graduated pleted an internship at Kennedy Memorial Douglas Rusnack, M.D., Courtesy from Jefferson Medical College. He completed Hospital in New Jersey and a residency at Staff, Department of Radiology. Dr. Rusnack an internship at Fitzgerald Mercy Hospital, a Somerset Medical Center in New Jersey. graduated from Columbia University in New residency at Norristown State Hospital and Dr. LaBricciosa is Board Certified in Family York. He completed an internship at Mount Abington Memorial Hospital and a fellowship at Practice and has an office in Broomall. Sinai Medical Center in New York, and a res- the Mayo Clinic in Minnesota. Dr. Flanagan is idency and fellowship at New York University Board Certified in Internal Medicine and works Martye Marshall, M.D., Courtesy Staff, Medical Center. Dr. Rusnack is Board at The Occupational Health Center, West Department of Medicine, Section of Internal Certified in Radiology. Chester/Kennett Square. Medicine. Dr. Marshall graduated from the Medical College of Georgia. She completed Bradley Snyder, M.D., Courtesy Staff, William Brazerol, an internship and residency at the University Department of Radiology. Dr. Snyder graduat- M.D., Attending Staff, of Kentucky Medical Center. Dr. Marshall is ed from Washington University School of Department of OB/GYN. Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Medicine in Virginia. He completed an Dr. Brazerol graduated Preventive/Hyperbaric Medicine, and prac- internship at The Miriam Hospital in Rhode from Wright State tices at The Wound Care Center at The Island, a residency at Rhode Island Hospital University in Ohio. He Chester County Hospital, West Chester. and a fellowship at Brigham and Women’s completed a residency Hospital in Boston. Dr. Snyder is Board at Pennsylvania Hospital. Dr. Brazerol is Board Andrew Newberg, M.D., Courtesy Staff, Certified in Radiology. Certified in OB/GYN. His practice, Associates Department of Radiology. Dr. Newberg gradu- for Women’s Medicine, is in Lionville, PA. ated from the University of Pennsylvania Hongming Zhuang, M.D., Courtesy School of Medicine. He completed an intern- Staff, Department of Radiology. Dr. Zhuang Anthony Sciscione, D.O., Attending Staff, ship and residency at Graduate Hospital in graduated from Beijing Medical University in Department of OB/GYN, Section of Perinatology. Philadelphia and a fellowship at the China. He completed an internship at Dr. Sciscione graduated from the University of University of Pennsylvania School of Hahnemann University and a residency and New England College of Osteopathic Medicine. Medicine. Dr. Newberg is Board Certified in fellowship at the Hospital of the University of He completed an internship at the University of Nuclear Medicine. Pennsylvania. Dr. Zhuang is Board Certified New England, a residency at St. Joseph in Nuclear Medicine. Hospital in New Jersey and the Medical Center Aalpen Patel, M.D., Courtesy Staff, of Delaware. He also completed a fellowship at Department of Radiology. Dr. Patel To receive a free copy Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. graduated from UMDNJ - Robert Wood of our Medical Dr. Sciscione is Board Certified in OB/GYN and Johnson Medical School in New Jersey. Staff Directory or to find Maternal Fetal Medicine. He completed an internship at the University a physician, please email of Pittsburgh Medical Center, a residency at [email protected] Temple University Hospital and a fellowship or call 610-738-2300.

at UT-MD Anderson Cancer Center in Texas. THE CHESTER COUNTY HOSPITAL 11 94766_CCH 10/21/05 9:00 AM Page 12

Newsmakers is written by Lauren A. Gentile

Good Fellowship

Volunteer Coordinator, Kathy Stocker recently served as a guest speaker at the United Methodist Church Breakfast Club, where she spoke on the value of volunteering at The Chester County Hospital. In attendance were, as pictured kneeling from left, Hospital Volunteers Harry Barr and Alan Clark; standing from left, Ben Summers, Keith Padgett, Kathy Stocker, As part of its mission to educate community-based Barb Fell, Liz Conner, Ann Clark and in the rear, Gil Fell. healthcare professionals, The Chester County Hospital will serve as the main clinical site for Good Fellowship May Fest, Huge Success Ambulance and EMS Training Institute's new paramedic The 22nd annual May Festival was a resounding success program. This certifying Advanced Life Support (ALS) raising $150,000 to be donated to the Hospital’s Operating Fund. Earning $20,000 over last year’s proceeds, this training program is the first of its kind offered in Chester record breaking year was realized through the dedication County. Pictured left to right Josephine Lupo, President, of the May Festival Committee and its many volunteers. Good Fellowship; Michael Barber, Chief Operating Officer, The Health Network of The Chester County Hospital; Jerry Peters, B.S., EMT-P, Program Director, Good Fellowship Training Institute; Bill Wells, Executive Director, Good Fellowship; John Fellicetti, Supervisor, Medic 91.

Chester County Day

Pictured proudly displaying the sum of this year's proceeds are from left This year’s Chester County Day to right: May Festival Co-chairs, Bruce Burt and Joan Orr; Roberta Feder, House Tour took place in the Vice Chairman; Kevin Holleran, Chairman, The Chester County Hospital northwestern section of Chester County, including Foundation; H.L. Perry Pepper, President and CEO, The Health Network of Honeybrook, Eagle, Guthriesville and Hibernia. Having The Chester County Hospital; and representing First National Bank, the Festival's Presenting Sponsor, John Featherman, Chairman and CEO. raised more than $3 million for the Hospital, this autumn tradition attracts approximately 4,000 participants. 12 SYNAPSE 94766_CCH 10/21/05 9:00 AM Page 13

Two New Auxiliaries Join The Chester County Hospital

(L to R) Joan Snyder, Vice President, Development; Tyson Award recipient Rick Stevenson aside his wife, Christina Valocchi. TYSON AWARD Richard Stevenson, Chair of the Chester County Challenge for Cancer Bike Tour, was awarded The Russell R. Tyson Award of Hope for his tireless efforts to support an annual event which has raised nearly $100,000 The Hospital welcomes the Greystone and Turks Head since its beginning 7 years ago. Proceeds of the Challenge Auxiliaries. There are now eleven active auxiliaries to support The Cancer Center of Chester County and The Chester County Hospital, each of them working year- Neighborhood Hospice. round to raise friends and funds for The Chester County Hospital. Pictured seated from left to right are Greystone “Lighting the way to excellence Auxiliary members Annette MacLachlan, Jenn Blazek, in cancer care close to home” President, and Karen Cole-Sung. Pictured standing are Shine, held this year members of the Turks Head Auxiliary including Katie outdoors at a beautiful Fultz, Colleen Herbst, Jodi Wooten, Valerie DeMarino, private estate, hosted over Lisa Kitchen, President and Kristin Dolan. 300 people at the elegant annual benefit complete with cocktails, dinner, dancing, 1 an artisans boutique and a live auction and raffle. Raising over $25,000 for The Cancer Center of Chester County in 2003, hopes are high to top that number this year. Fore Health Golf Tournament Keeps All Swinging

The 20th Annual Fore Health Golf Tournament was held in September at the Chester Valley Golf Club in Malvern and the conditions could not have been nicer. Special thanks to the Willistown Auxiliary for 3 organizing the event and to the following sponsors: 2 Siemens Health Services (Major Sponsor) Guidant Drummond Scientific Company (Award Party Co-Sponsors)

1 Michael McHugh, Bill Mahoney, John DePalo, and Dave Harlan (L to R) round out the Siemens' foursome. 2 Rich Mansfield, M.D.; John Bell; Morrie Gold, M.D., and Bill Atkins, M.D., of Hole Sponsor CC Ob/Gyn Associates look almost as good as the handsome BMW from Otto's, the tournament's Hole-in-One Sponsor. 3 Rhoda Quickel of team CCH celebrates with Ken Flickinger and First National Bank's Tony Poluch. First National Bank of Chester County was a Hole Sponsor. THE CHESTER COUNTY HOSPITAL 13 94766_CCH 10/21/05 9:00 AM Page 14

NOW IS THE TIME TO SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY RESOURCES. With catastrophe comes contemplation. Reflective prose like “What we should have done” or “could have done,” Y are sadly whispered a day too late. In the wake of recent hurricanes all of us witnessed the magnitude of destruc-

D tion a natural disaster can cause. And we have taken stock in our own preparedness should such an event happen close to home. It is during times A like these when individuals come to fully understand the true meaning of a “community resource”. E 911. Police and Fire Departments. Emergency Medical Technicians.

R Ambulance Drivers and Crews. The Red Cross. The Chester County Hospital.

These are among the many resources that are always ready and prepared to serve the residents of this community in their moment of need. It is a level of preparation made possible through the ongoing

E support of the same community we stand ready to serve. That community is you. In November, The Chester County Hospital will embark on its Annual Appeal, an initiative aimed at gath- ering financial contributions from the community so that we can continue to meet the ongoing healthcare W needs of the generations of men, women and children who have counted on us for more than 110 years. It is a fundraising campaign that supports technological growth within the Hospital as well as our ability to reach out to those less fortunate by providing necessary healthcare, no matter what the cost.

E With tragedy comes triumph. “How can I help you?” and “Are you alright?” are phrases heard when communities come together as one. By supporting our common resources, collectively we are sustained.

R We invite you to support The Chester County Hospital through our 2005/06 Annual Appeal. Through you we are made stronger. To make your contribution, please use the giving envelope found inside. THANK YOU. A

The Health Network of The Chester County Hospital 701 East Marshall Street West Chester, PA 19380

Synapse is a publication of The Chester County Hospital Public Relations Department 701 East Marshall Street,West Chester, PA 19380 Richard M. Armstrong, Jr. Chairman, Board of Directors H.L. Perry Pepper President Colleen Leonard Leyden Editor AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER If you would like to be on our mailing list, or if you are receiving more than one copy of Synapse by mail, please call us at 610-738-2793. Thank you! PRINCIPAL PHOTOGRAPHY: Richard Bell Photography

Visit us on the web at: www.cchosp.com BEYOND GOOD CARE®