Fairview Hospital's 2016 Gala Headlined by Comedian Paul Reiser
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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.