August 25, 2016 Volume 38 Issue 16
Fairview Hospital’s 2016 Gala Headlined by Comedian Paul Reiser
he 2016 Fairview Hospital Gala will feature renowned actor, comedian, writer Tand producer Paul Reiser on Saturday, September 24 at 8 p.m. at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center in Great Barrington. Reiser, voted one of Comedy Central’s Top 100 Comedians of All Time, will return to his roots as a stand-up comedian at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center in Great Barrington, following a cocktail Paul Reiser, acclaimed actor, comedian, and buffet reception on the Town Hall Green. The Fairview Gala is the largest writer and producer, will be the headliner fundraising event of the year for Fairview. at this year’s Fairview Hospital Gala, being held on September 24th at the Mahaiwe Having co-created and starred in the critically acclaimed NBC series Mad About Performing Arts Center in Great Barrington. You, which garnered him multiple Emmy, Golden Globe, American Comedy Award and Screen Actors Guild nominations, Reiser returned to television last year in the FX series Married. While developing several television projects which he will write and produce, Reiser is currently starring in the Amazon coming-of-age series Red Oaks for producer Steven Soderbergh. Following his role in the Academy Award winning film Whiplash, and in last year's Concussion, Reiser has a full slate of films coming up. He will be seen in The Darkness, with Kevin Bacon, Devil in the Deep Blue Sea, with Jason Sudeikis and Maisie Williams, Miles, with Molly Shannon, and also in John McDonagh's War on Everyone, with Alexander Skarsgard and Michael Pena. Reiser's successes also include his books, Couplehood, which sold over two million copies and reached the number one spot on the New York Times bestseller list, as well as his follow up bestsellers Babyhood and Familyhood. Born and raised in New York City, Reiser attended the State University of New York at Binghamton where he majored in Music. Reiser co-wrote the theme song from Mad About You with Grammy-winning producer Don Was, and in 2011 released an album of original songs with British singer and songwriter Julia Fordham called Unusual Suspects. Reiser is also remembered for notable performances in films such as Diner, Bye Bye Love, the Marrying Man, Aliens, One Night at McCool’s, Beverly Hills Cop and Beverly Hills Cop II. In addition to purchasing tickets, the community can support the Gala through the purchase of an ad in the program book, underwriting or entering a drawing for a trip for two to Sorrento in April as part of Gene Dellea’s annual trips to Italy series. Drawing tickets are $100 and only three hundred will be sold. The trip includes a seven night, eight-day, all inclusive trip to Sorrento and visits to the Amalfi coast, Isle of Capris, Ravello, Montecocino, Caserta and other special places in the region. For more information about the trip or the drawing, or other ways to support the Gala or Fairview Hospital, please call Fairview’s Community Relations Office at (413) 854-9609. The Fairview Hospital Gala is organized by a committee of 25 community members. This year, Eugene Dellea, Fairview’s President, has been named Honorary Chair. Gala Packages, including dinner and the show, are available through Fairview’s Community Relations Office at 413-854-9609. Show only tickets are available by calling the Mahaiwe at 413-528-0100. 2 Scope
BMC Opens New Community Infusion Service at Hillcrest Campus Relocating from Main Hospital to Newly Renovated Space
erkshire Medical Center has announced Bthat its Community Infusion Service, which provides infusion treatments for patients with a variety of illnesses and conditions, will be relocating to newly renovated, state-of-the-art space at the BMC Cancer & Infusion Center. Currently, Community Infusion Services are provided at the main campus of BMC. The new unit at the BMC Cancer & Infusion Center will be built adjacent to the Hematology Oncology Infusion area on the 4th floor, and will be a separate space in order to provide confidential and expert care for Oncology and Community Infusion patients. The move is expected to be completed by September 19th. The Community Infusion program at BMC’s main campus is relocating to more Community Infusion patients receive infusion expanded, state-of-the-art space at the BMC Cancer & Infusion Center, located at the Hillcrest Campus of BMC. treatments for non-cancerous conditions, including kidney and gastrointestinal disorders, arthritis, pregnancy, infections, anemia and other conditions. The number of patients requiring Infusion treatment for these conditions has been growing, and this new unit is designed to accommodate the needs of patients now and in the future. The new 12-chair unit will provide Community Infusion patients with an easily accessible location, convenient parking, including valet service and a comfortable and picturesque setting at the Hillcrest Campus of BMC. Many of the nursing and pharmacy staff from the current Infusion Center at BMC will continue to provide these services in the new location. The BMC Cancer & Infusion Center at the Hillcrest Campus of BMC provides comprehensive services to cancer and infusion patients throughout the region.
Screening Mammography for Employees
BHS Supports Your Health and Wellness! Call Central Scheduling to make an appointment. Ask for “Employee Mammogram” In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, BMC is offering Mammography Screenings for employees during (413) 447-2451 regular work hours.* Appointments available: *Every effort will be made to allow work hour appointments Women’s Imaging Center: October 17th–November 11th while ensuring all patient needs are met. Call Becky Armstrong at 413-447-2751 for more information. Northern Berkshire Imaging Center: October 24th–November 4th
“Women age 40 and older should have a mammogram every year and should continue to do so for as long as they are in good health.” Accredited by American College of Radiology American College of Radiology Breast Imaging Center of Excellence -National Comprehensive Cancer Network Certified Quality Breast Center by National Quality Measures for Breast Centers National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers Scope 3
Decreasing Usage Leads to Closure of Pittsfield BHS Walk-In Clinic at Market 32
erkshire Health Systems will close its Walk-In Care Clinic inside the B Market 32 in Pittsfield, citing a significant reduction in use since the opening of the more expansive BHS Urgent Care facility on East St., which duplicates and expands the services provided by the Walk-In Care. The BHS Walk-In, located inside Market 32 near its Pharmacy, will close on Friday, August 26th at 6 pm. The Clinic will remain open for its regular hours, Monday through Friday, from 10 am to 6 pm until the 26th.
Berkshire Health Systems has a Walk-In Care Clinic in North Berkshire, inside Williamstown Medical Associates, and that Walk-In Care will continue to operate, open on weekdays from 10 am to 6 pm. When the BHS Walk-In in Pittsfield first opened in April of 2015, and for many months after, the site cared for an average of 50 patients per week, with a high of nearly 100 per week during peak times. Most recently, the number of patients has declined significantly, with many choosing to visit the BHS Urgent Care facility, which opened in September of 2015 on East St. and provides a greater range of services. With the subsequent success of the “Berkshire Health Systems thanks Price Chopper and Market 32 for BHS Urgent Care facility on East St., the BHS Walk-In Care at Market 32 is partnering on the Walk-In Clinic by providing a convenient and easily closing on August 26th. accessible location within the new Market 32 in Pittsfield, said Brenda Cadorette, RN, Vice President of Acute Care for Berkshire Medical Center. “Its early success validated the community need for walk-in services and helped in the final development of the more comprehensive BHS Urgent Care facility.”
BHS remains committed to providing care for everyday minor emergencies with quality, convenience and timely urgent care services. BHS Urgent Care is now open from 8 am to 8 pm daily, including weekends and most holidays. An expansion project is adding exam rooms and services will be expanded to meet patient needs within their busy schedules.
BHS Urgent Care provides immediate and affordable care for non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses for those who cannot see their physician. A number of illnesses and non-life-threatening injuries can be treated at Urgent Care, including bronchitis, cold and flu symptoms, allergy symptoms, eye, ear and throat complaints, sprains and fractures, lacerations, rashes, abscess drainage and more. In addition, BHS Urgent Care is available for both adult and pediatric illnesses and injuries and has on-site x-ray and laboratory services for Strep testing, urinalysis and urine pregnancy test, blood sugar, and other routine blood tests. All x-ray and blood tests will be available for immediate review to best direct treatment and care plans. BHS Urgent Care also provides access to flu vaccine and tetanus shots. Furthermore all your medical information is integrated and readily available to your primary care physician or consulting doctors when follow-up is needed.
No appointments are needed at BHS Urgent Care. Most insurance plans are accepted, or the patient can choose affordable self-pay. Physician referral may be required, depending on the individual’s insurance plan. 4 Scope Fairview Hospital Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program Certified by Industry Leader
he Fairview Hospital Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program Thas been recertified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). Fairview Hospital was recognized for its commitment to improving the quality of life by enhancing standards of care.
Cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation programs are designed to help people with cardiovascular problems, such as heart attacks, coronary artery bypass graft surgery and pulmonary problems like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other respiratory symptoms to recover faster and improve their quality of life. Both programs include exercise, education, counseling, and support for patients and their families. Barbara Hoolihan, OTR, administers finger oximeter to measure The Fairview Hospital Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program a patient’s oxygen saturation during a recent pulmonary rehabilitation session at Fairview Hospital. participated in an application process that requires extensive documentation of the program’s practices. AACVPR Program Certification is the only peer-review accreditation process designed to review individual programs for the adherence to standards and guidelines developed and published by AACVPR and other professional societies. Each program is reviewed by the AACVPR Program Certification Committee and Certification is awarded by the AACVPR Board of Directors.
Berkshire Medical Center’s Pulmonary Rehabilitation program is also AACVPR certified.
AACVPR-certified programs are recognized as leaders in the field of cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation because they offer the most advanced practices available. AACVPR Program Certification is valid for three years.
The Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at Fairview Hospital meets three times a The Pulmonary Therapy team at Fairview Hospital includes, from left, Tom Fleming, RRT, Phil Herrick, CRT, Chris Clark, MD, Chief Hospitalist and Medical Director of Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Lisa Pepino, RRT, and week for one hour. Jim Rintoul, RRT. The Pulmonary Rehab Maintenance Program meets twice a week for one hour.
Fairview’s Cardiac Rehabilitation Program last received AACVPR certification in 2013. SCULPT and TONE with a BOOST of Cardio Monday & Wednesday Scope 5 Add Friday and save* 5PM - 6PM th Visit the WellnessWorks page of the employee portal for more information and Classes begin September 12 to register for any of our programs. https://www.bhswellnessworks.org. WellnessWorks (413) 447-3100. FALL INTO FITNESS
Sculpt and Tone with a BOOST of Cardio Sculpt and tone is a 12-week strength training class for all levels of fitness consisting of 30 minutes of sculpting and toning followed by 10-15 minutes of cardio. This program is designed to help you strengthen your muscles effectively and functionally. Participants need to bring their own set of weights to class. Monday, Wednesday and optional Friday – 5:00 pm Hillcrest Campus of BMC, Cancer Center, Heal Room Instructor: Kristin Burgess/Cost: $5/class (½ price Friday) Starts Sept 12 Hillcrest Campus Core ‘N More This 30-minute class features a fusion of fitness core exercises, Pilates principals, and strengthening and Cancer Center, Heal Room
lengthening moves designed to create a leaner and stronger body! This class is a slower paced, with an emphasis on alignment and integrity of movement. All fitness levels are welcome. Sculpt and tone is a strength training 12-week class for all levels of fitness consisting of 30 minutes of sculpting Tuesday & Thursday 4:30 -5:00 pm/BMC Private Dining Rooms/Instructor: Moniqueand toning Blake/Cost: followed $5 week by 10-15 via payroll minutes deduction of HIIT Cardio. This program is designed to help you strengthen your muscles effectively and functionally. Participants need to bring their own set of weights to class. Starts Sept 13 All Over Fitness Suggested weights: Beginners: 5-8 lbs., Intermediate: 8-10 lbs., Advanced: over 10 + lbs. Fit for Fun This hour long class is for all levels of fitness, from those looking to start a fitness routine for the first time, to those Monday & Thursday looking to supplement their already established exercise schedules. The class will begin with a short warm-up, followedBring byan three exercise 15 mat or towel4:30PM & water - 5:15PMbottle. minute segments to include cardio, muscle conditioning and core strength, finishing with a full body stretch. Classes begin September 12th Tuesday & Thursday 5-6 pm/BMC Private Dining Rooms/Instructor: Monique Blake/Cost $10 week via payroll deduction Starts Sept 13 Join Instructor: Kristin Burges, Certified Personal Trainer Cost: $10 payroll deduction for 12 weeks All Over Fitness Join this12 week exercise class and do something *add Fridays for additional $2.50 per week good for yourself after work! This is an interval-focused class including cardio and strength exercises using weights and bands, followed by a stretch & cool To Register: down. Monday & Thursday 4:30-5:15 pm/Berkshire South Auditorium Login to the Wellness at Work website (https://www.bhswellnessworks.org) Instructor: Kate Plaquet/Cost $10 week via payroll deduction and completed the following online forms to hold your spot. Starts Sept 12 Physical Readiness Questionnaire Core n’ More Payroll Deduction Form Fit Start An 8 week fitness program for employees and spouses who Berkshire South rarely or never participate in exercise and are ready to make a commitment Qualifies as a Wellness Activity for 2017 & 2018 Insurance Premium Discount to become physically active. Classes are limited to 15 participants. Tuesday & Thursday 15 Crissey Road, Great Barrington, MA The program includes individual consultation and assessment at the beginning 4:30PM - 5PM and end of the program, fitness workshop once per week, weekly exercise plans and one-on-oneJoin instruction this 12 weekon technique exercise and class and do something good for yourself after work! th motivation. ThisClasses program willbegin guide you September throughAn all interval the small focused 13 steps class you including cardio and strengthening need to take to make exercise a part ofexercises your life! using weights and bands, followed by a stretch and cool down. 413-447-3100 [email protected] Wednesdays 4:45 pm8/10/2016 Cardiac Rehab Gym – BMC Instructors: Carol Nixon & Shannon Ashcroft/Cost:Join $20 Instructor: Kate Plaquet, Starts Sept 21 Certified Group Fitness Instructor & Personal Trainer Cost: $10 payroll deduction for 12 weeks
To Register:
Login to the Wellness at Work website (https://www.bhswellnessworks.org) and completed the following online forms to hold your spot.
FALL INTO FITNESS-CONTINUED- Physical Readiness Questionnaire Payroll Deduction Form
Qualifies as a Wellness Activity for 2017 & 2018 Insurance Premium Discount BMC Private Dining Rooms
413-447-3100 8/18/2016 [email protected] Join us for a 30-minute class that features a fusion of fitness core exercises, Pilates principals, and strength- ening and lengthening moves designed to create a leaner and stronger body! This class is a slower paced class emphasis on alignment and integrity of movement. All fitness levels are welcome.
Bring a mat or towel, water, and wear comfortable clothing.
Join Instructor: Monique Blake, Certified Personal Trainer Cost: $5 payroll deduction for 12 weeks
To Register:
Login to the WellnessWorks website (https://www.bhswellnessworks.org) and completed the following online forms to hold your spot.
Physical Readiness Questionnaire Payroll Deduction Form
Qualifies as a Wellness Activity for 2017 & 2018 Insurance Premium Discount
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For more information and to sign up for these classes, log on to the Wellness website: https://www.bhswellnessworks.org
FALL INTO FITNESS -CONTINUED-
Yoga at N. Adams Campus of BMC An approachable class for absolute beginners or people who have done yoga for years as well as everyone in between. Classes progress weekly to safely and intelligently move the body to stretch and tone in new, fun ways! Tuesdays 4:45-5:45 pm/Clark House Conference Room/Instructor: Devin Kibbe/Cost $5/week via payroll deduction Starts Sept 13
Yoga at BMC Open to all levels. Yoga helps improve flexibility, balance and strength, while bringing a sense of peace and well-being to partcipants. Thursday 5:15–6:15/BMC 2 East Rehab Gym/Instructor: Carol Harty/ Cost $5/week via payroll deduction Series I – 6 weeks starts Sept 8 • Series II – 6 weeks starts Nov 3
Yoga at Berkshire Yoga Dance & Fitness Open to all levels. Offered at Berkshire Yoga Dance & Fitness. Yoga helps improve flexibility, balance and strength, while bringing a sense of peace and well-being to partcipants. Tuesday 4:00–5:00 pm/Berkshire Yoga, Dance& Fitness, above the Beacon Theater/Instructor: Kathy Sprague/ Cost: $5/week via payroll deduction Starts Sept 13
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Tuesday 11:30AM & BMC September 27th 12:15PM PDR-C Systems Wellness participants are eligible to participate regardless Wednesday North Adams Campus How Will You Measure Your Progress? Monday Hillcrest12-noon Campus of BMC Date SeptemberNoon 28th Time Small Conference RoomLocation near Café Library ofProgress worksite. will In addition be tracked to looking in the andfoll ofeelingwing 5 better, ways: each person September 19thEarn Prizes! Monday Most Weight Lost $50 Berkshire Organics Gift Certificate Hillcrest that1. successfullyWeigh-ins on completesa scale tha thet also program calcul awilltes havebody the compos chanceitio nto. win Tuesday Noon & 12-noonClocktower September 19thHighest Percentage of Weight Lost $50 Visa Gift Card Library Most Healthy Steps‐ Points New Wellness Gym Bag and water bottle cash2. 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SeptemberWednesday 27th 12:15 pm PDR “C” North Adams Campus 12-noon Informational Meeting Informational Meeting September 28th Small Conference Room nearIn Cafécent ives/Prizes Wednesday North Adams Campus of BMC Friday, September 16 Monday, September 26 Noon In addition to looking and feeling better, each person that successfully completes the program will have the chance EarnSeptember Prizes! 28th Small Conference Room to win11:30 cash for am exc &epti 12:30onal p epmrformance in the areas Noonof weight loss, body composition, healthy habit points, fitness Most Weight Lost $50 Berkshire Organics Gift Certificate improvement and exercise consistency. Highest Percentage of Weight Lost $50 Visa Gift Card Registration Fee Most Healthy Steps‐ Points New Wellness Gym Bag and water bottle Most Exercise Minutes $50 Dick’s Sporting‐ Goods Gift Card To sign up, return the form below to the BMC Wellness at Work office along with the registration fee (cash/check only). Wellness‐ at Work now has a Facebook page! LikeThe pr Usogram and fee checkis $35.0 0out/par touricipan paget. Regi sfortration upcoming will be lim itedevents! to the first 40 participants. If you have any Qualifies as a Wellness Activity‐ for 2017 & 2018 Wellness Insurance Premium Discount questions regarding Walk it Off, please contact Jennifer Ward at 445-9160 or [email protected]. Earn 20 Wellness Points! Informational meetings & assessments schedule available on the back of this form 413-447-3100 [email protected] https://www.bhswellnessworks.org Walk it Off Registration Form—BHS Fall 2016
Name: E-mail address/work extension: / Please return this completed registration form to the BMC or Hillcrest Wellness Office or to Jennifer Ward with the registration fee of $35.00 (check/cash only) by September 14 Scope 7
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BHS supports equity in healthcare for all and is participating once more in the Healthcare Equality Index (HEI) Survey. Training of our staff is a requirement to meet Leadership status for LGBT healthcare. These trainings are informative, varied and are free. The deadline for completion is September 30th, 2016. You must first create an account with The National LGBT HealthScope Education Center. Click on the link below for the login page: 7 http://www.lgbthealtheducation.org/lgbt-education/online-courses/continuing-education/?login=1 JobFor Opportunities HEI credit, you MUST complete the entire form. When registering, please be sure to insert your : Scope facility ID 7 BMC Postings56385 for 08/22/08BMC, Pittsfield, and North County. For the FVH/South County: 57307. 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Chaplain’s Corner: Strength and Hope By Marcie Greenfield Simons, MEd, BMC Chaplain ach week I have the privilege of facilitating a group called Strength and Hope, Tuesdays on Jones 3 and Thursdays in the EMcGee Recovery Center. These are absolutely the highlights of my week. Typically we start by discussing the role of a chaplain in the hospital, which leads to a conversation about religion, spirituality, how they intersect and how they differ. From there comes the question of what gives meaning to our lives, and then the fun begins. Week after week I am moved as I witness patients talk about the simple things that are meaningful to them. Men and women of all ages who are striving for health and peace talk about hiking a mountain, visiting a grandchild, building a stone wall, sailing, gardening, skateboarding, hunting, listening to music, playing catch with a child, watching a football game with parents. Patients striving to overcome great obstacles share that when they do these things, they are transported away from anxieties, burdens or temptations to a place of inner peace and harmony. What gives meaning to your life? How and when and where are you transported to places of peace and harmony? It’s worth reflecting on, and then pursuing whatever it is that brings you there.
In Memoriam
• Joanne M. Barber, a Registered Nurse at the former Hillcrest Hospital, now the Hillcrest Campus of BMC, died on August 5th at the age of 64.
• Peter M. Farias, who worked for Berkshire Health Systems for over 30 years, serving as a Biomedical Technician and also in Information Systems, died on August 9th at the age of 60. He had worked for BHS for 32 years, and among his survivors is his wife, Kathy Farias, BHS Telecommunications.
• Mary C. Fenwick, a Registered Nurse and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist at BMC for several decades, died on August 12th at the age of 68, the result of an automobile-pedestrian accident in Lee. She began working at BMC in 1968 as an RN and later earned her CRNA certification. She retired in 2014 after 46 years of service. Dr. R. Gary Sohl delivered the eulogy at her funeral, and in part said, “As a nurse, Mary was known as the Nurse’s nurse, the person you hoped would be taking care of your loved one. She guided the hands of many student Nurse Anesthetists over the years, always adhering to her standards and holding everyone to them also. Mary was always the most requested Nurse Anesthetist and the one most often sought after by anesthesiologists and surgeons alike. If Mary was assisting you, you could always feel confident in her patient care. Mary loved her life. She loved her family. She loved her friends. She loved her community. Most of all, Mary loved her Church and God. She had an enormous faith that she celebrated every day. At Mary’s passing, we can all take comfort in the fact that she was surrounded by her second family, that she was not alone, that her hand was held and many thoughts and prayers of Love were said for her at her greatest time of need. She gave us the greatest gift we can have. To care for one of our own and be the people that Mary taught us to be. To you Mary, with all the love a community can give from all the known and unknown lives you touched. Today we hold your hand.” Mary Fenwick Scholarship Fund: The St. Luke’s Alumni Association is establishing a scholarship in memory of Mary Fenwick, RN, CRNA, a 1968 graduate of St. Luke’s School of Nursing. Donations may be sent to: Linda Murphy, 39 Partridge Road, Pittsfield, MA 01201.Checks should be made out to the St. Luke’s Alumni Assoc. with a notation that it is for the Mary Fenwick Scholarship.
• Cheryl A. Marquis Mendocha, a former Unit Coordinator at BMC, died on August 18th at the age of 62. She had worked at BMC for 15 years.
The staff of Berkshire Health Systems offers its deepest condolences to their friends and family.