HealthLines Fall 2014, Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital

Quality Care Close to HomeTM

Community Benefit Report

THE NEWSLETTER OF MARCUS DALY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

FALL 2014

DALYDALYEXCELLENCEEXCELLENCE

Quality Care Close to HomeTM

A non-profit healthcare providerOUR MISSION:

Our commitment to the Bitterroot Valley is quality, accessible,

personalized healthcare.BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Don Lodmell, PhD - chairman Barbara Ackerman

Walker Ashcraft, MD Bill Bean

Gary Bedey Susannah Benjamin

Donna Cooney Frederick Ilgenfritz, MD

Brian Kelleher, MD John Ormiston

James Owings, CPA

John M. Bartos - ceo

HOW ARE WE DOING?

We need your feedback for continuous improvement and want to hear from you. We welcome a letter or email

detailing your patient care experience. Excellent, good, bad, indifferent, let us

know how we are doing!

If you receive a patient satisfaction survey asking you about your hospital stay, we would greatly appreciate it if you would complete the survey and

return it, in the self addressed envelope. We constantly strive to offer the very best care and customer service and

appreciate your feedback.

Thank You.

Patient Satisfaction Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital

1200 Westwood Drive Hamilton, MT 59840

www.mdmh.org

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October is breast cancer awareness month … new treatments are available!

Breast irradiation has been used for years to treat women with early breast cancers who have decided on breast-conserving treatment. After being diagnosed with a breast cancer, the patient and her doctor have to decide between breast-conserving treatment and mastectomy. Breast-conserving treatment consists of a lumpectomy followed by radiation to the whole breast. A lumpectomy removes the breast cancer along with a margin of surrounding tissue to ensure that all the cancer has been removed. Radiation therapy to the breast is needed following a lumpectomy to prevent the cancer from returning in nearby breast tissue. A mastectomy involves the removal of the entire breast and does not typically require radiation following the surgery.

Traditional whole breast radiation therapy is given daily over a six week period of time. It is traditionally only available in large medical centers, which creates difficulties for rural cancer patients who need radiation. Bitterroot Valley patients must do a lot of traveling in order to complete breast cancer treatment. Travel increases the stress on patients and their families due to financial pressure, loss of time on the job, and safety, especially during the winter months.

With the availability of the new SAVI® catheter through which a partial radiation is administered, some patients now have the option to complete radiation therapy in as little as five days at St. Patricks Hospital through Jeffrey A. Stephenson, MD. SAVI® Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation treatments are given twice a day for five days and take approximately 30 minutes for each visit. The SAVI® applicator is placed in the lumpectomy cavity and delivers partial breast irradiation to the surrounding breast tissue where the cancer was removed. Surgeons at Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital can now implant the SAVI® catheter several weeks after a lumpectomy and it can be used the next day to delivery radiation.

Luke Channer, MD Hamilton General Surgery 1150 Westwood Drive, Suite D Hamilton, MT

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HealthLinesCONTENTS

Quality Care Close to HomeTM

contentsFALL 2014

For in-depth information about our services, medical staff, events, health information and more, visit: www.mdmh.org

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FEATURE Community Benefit

SERVICES Ambulance Service

FOUNDATION New ICU. Thank you donors

HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS Welcome Dr. Pacheco and Dr. Woods

IN THE NEWS Yvonne Courchesne, MD, voted Bitterroot's Best Physician

SERVICES Healthcare Services, a review of 2013

COMMUNITY EDUCATION Healthcare Education Series 2014 / 2014

EVENTS & CLASSES Calendar of Events

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On The Cover: Full-time Hospitalist Team: Jennifer Feighner, MD,

Director, John Courchesne, MD, Larry Brouwer, MD,

Mitchell Marzo, MD, not pictured Jason Cohen, MD

“Breast Cancer, who would have thought,” said Margaret Miller. “After self-breast exams, annual mammograms and no pain, I have breast cancer. It was in April, when I had my mammogram at Marcus Daly and needed three more images. The same day, I had a biopsy and within no time Dr. Harder-Brouwer informed me of my diagnosis. You only live once, so I left on my trip to Germany and would deal with this upon my return,” shared Miller. “On July 9th, Dr. Luke Channer performed my lumpectomy and advised me of the SAVI® radiation treatment available. I was all for it, only 5 days of treatment.” said Miller. “It is now September; I have not lost my hair, I am still here and I have been able to get to know two very intelligent doctors, Dr. Channer and Dr. Stephenson. They both are people persons, treat you as if they have known you all of their life and give you one-on-one attention, and it helps that they are both handsome!”

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COMMUNITY BENEFIT REPORT

From an infant in the womb to the end of life, Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital is committed to caring for the people of our community.

Community Benefit Report Fiscal Year 2013

Sprinkle Pink Fun Run

Community Benefit is the commitment that makes a difference in the lives of patients and community members every day, 365 days a year!

Community Benefits are programs and services that provide health education and improve access to health care. At Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital there is an array of community benefit programs and services.

Heart of the Matter Education Series

For example:

• Classes: Osteoporosis, Arthritis, Heart Health

• Sport Physicals

• Sprinkle Pink

• School Nurse Grants

• Medical Student Scholarship

• Community Cholesterol Screenings

• Health Fairs

• Dietician Services

• Grief & Bereavement Support

• Babysitter Boot Camp

• Other programs & services through community collaboration

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High School Sports Physicals

Richard Day, MD. Rocky Mountain Neurosurgery Center

COMMUNITY BENEFIT REPORT

Marcus Daly Medical Staff with the help of the hospital completed 334 sports physicals and $8,350 was donated back to the school’s athletic programs.

“What is truly great are your doctors donating their time to help these students and families out while giving the money that is made back to the schools. We use that money each year to help provide our student-athletes with safe and high quality equipment so they can compete at the highest level. Without your program we wouldn’t be able to do this.”

Tyson Tucker Assistant Principal/AD Corvallis High School

SPORTS PHYSICALS

Babysitter Boot Camp

During this fiscal year the Rocky Mountain Neurosurgery Center was opened. Not all services are self-sustaining; Ambulance, Hospitalist program, Home Health and Hospice departments require ongoing financial support. The decision to add new services and subsidize existing services is to meet the community needs and continue to deliver the quality care you have come to expect and deserve. These hospital assets are an investment in your health care and your community.

As the healthcare landscape continues to change hospitals are faced with financial challenges, these investments into your healthcare system are made through your support and the hospital’s judicious fiscal management.

The hospital subsidizes the Medical Advocacy Services for Healthcare (MASH) program. This program assists uninsured and disadvantaged patients to get access to public benefits and programs while providing the hospital with the necessary documentation to aid in collection efforts. The hospital and the community also provide breast health services through the Aid for Mammography Fund. For more information about the MASH program visit mdmh.org and to apply for Aid for Mammography funds visit mdmh.org/amf.

We are honored to be your healthcare partner and with your help we will continue to provide quality, accessible, personalized, healthcare, and be a vital community asset for years to come.

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COMMUNITY BENEFIT REPORT

Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital is a critical access, not-for-profit Corporation that benefits from state and federal tax forgiveness. However, that does not exempt Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital from paying taxes that occur in the normal course of business, like state and federal related payroll taxes and related property taxes on nonexempt real-estate.

Funding of the HospitalPayer Mix, Fiscal Year 2013

MedicareMedicaid

Self-Pay

Insurance

Free and discounted care for patients 1

$737,080

Subsidized Services 2

$1,233,715

Education and Community Wellness 3

$569,648Community Health, Gratis and Donations 4

$276,922

Unfunded portion of Government Sponsored Medical Care 5

$1,425,317

Giving To Our Communitytotal = $4,242,682

34% 17%

7% 13%

29%

Definitions for the above chart: 1. Cost incurred by MDMH for financial assistance for the uninsured and others who cannot pay for their medical care.2. Subsidized clinical services provided despite a financial loss to meet a community need.3. Community and patient education, health screenings and wellness checks, student internships and social service

assistance. 4. Gifts of cash and in-kind for programs that offer a health benefit for the community. 5. Unfunded portion of the government sponsored Medicare and Medicaid.

*Fiscal Year Ended July 30, 2013

Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital’s Patient Financial Assistance Program helps patients who are uninsured or have a low income and have difficulty paying their hospital bills. Last year, the guidelines were increased from 100% to 200% of the national poverty level.

This change resulted in 346 patients qualifying for assistance, which is a 132% increase and a total of $737,080 in financial assistance. If you are interested in information about the Patient Financial Assistance Program, visit mdmh.org or call at 363-2211.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE INCREASES IN 2013

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Emergency Medical Service Responding to the Bitterroot Valley's Growing Needs

COMMUNITY BENEFIT REPORT

Our EMS Department provides community benefit daily and is well invested within the community.

The ambulance provides stand-by coverage at home varsity football games, at no cost to the school district. We work closely with trainers and school staff to provide a safe environment and ensure emergency services are accessible and ready if needed.

Our membership with the Local Emergency Preparedness Committee is an integral component of remaining vigilant and prepared for potential disasters in our commu-nity. By communicating and discussing potential disasters, the participating agencies are informed and keenly aware of each partner’s capabilities.

Integrated training conducted with our public safety partners is another community benefit that we are proud to participate in. We regularly coordi-

nate with the Ravalli County Sheriff ’s Office Dispatch Center, fire departments, and law enforcement agencies, to discuss expecta-tions, safety concerns and provide a cohesive integrated response team.

We also coordinate staffing and equipment for the First Aid booth at the Ravalli County Fair. Our department provides blood pressure screenings to assisted living facilities. This benefit allows our staff to meet some great neighbors

and provide data that the resident can share with their health care provider.

These benefits are in addition to our primary obligation to deliver emergency, pre-hospi-tal advanced life support and critical care transport to citizens of Ravalli County. The workload has markedly increased from last year and continues to rise. Our EMS Department is committed to providing quality, accessible, personalized healthcare.

Emergency Medical Service Ambulance Runs in F.Y. 2013

442 Darby

2,267 Hamilton

606 Stevensville

149 Victor

3,464 Total (up 301 runs over FY 2012)

Pictured:Paramedics

Marty Ruffner, NRP Wayne Perry, NRP Willie Torres, NRP

Advanced EMTsRobert Ashley, AEMT Roy Perry, AEMT

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DALY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION

The strengths in teamwork lie within the differences amongst our team. “The Daly Hospital Foundation is

comprised of community minded people with a personal interest in the mission of Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital (MDMH) and has a wide range of professional skills, qualities and connec-tions that together make a difference in your healthcare.” said Bill Rummel, Daly Hospital Foundation Board President.

“You are team members as well, your support is making a difference,” said Ron Kullick, newly retired Daly Hospital Foundation Director. “The Power of Health Initiative and the new Intensive Care Unit is a reality because of you. Your support, encouragement, and use of the hospital brought us to where we are today. Thanks for the memories! The past seven years as Director of the Daly Hospital Foundation provided me with the rewarding opportu-nity to meet hundreds of caring and sharing

community members, volunteers and the greatest people one could ever have hoped to work with. It has also been an incredible learning experience about the complexities and challenges in today’s healthcare climate of operating our wonderful Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital.  I retire with very

mixed emotions, but turn the keys over to a very nice and capable young lady, Debbie Gantz. I hope you get to know Debbie and work with her to advance the Power of Health and the progress of our wonder-ful, close to home Hospital. Again, thanks for this incredible and memorable experience and remember–the new ICU is because of you!”

New Foundation Development Officer

“What a time to join the team!”, shared Debbie Gantz, the new Daly Hospital Foundation Officer, “I’m so honored to be working with this spectacular team of people on the Foundation Board,

Stock Farm Club Members, business owners from Missoula down to Darby and everywhere in-between, individual families and friends from the valley, around the state, and throughout the nation.

The new ICU will provide the best healing environment possible for our medical and surgical patients. It will offer:

• Experienced Hospitalist and Nursing Team

• State-of-the-art medical technology

• 5 private patient rooms

• Family privacy room and larger waiting areas

• Personalized care close to home

• New jobs and training opportunities

Thank You! Your support is making a difference

Retiring Foundation Director, Ron Kullick, hands over the keys to Debbie Gantz

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Pictured above and on the preceding page are a few of the many community members helping raise money for the new ICU.

www.DalyHospitalFoundation.org1200 Westwood Drive Hamilton, MT 59840

DALY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION

Connecting People to the Power of Health

throughout the Hospital, and hopefully all of you! In my short time here, I’ve been amazed by so much!”

MDMH is building a new Intensive Care Unit (ICU) in these tough economic times. The hospital’s volunteer Board of Directors said, “The ICU was not adequate for our patients and their families; we need to take action.” With the help of the Daly Hospital Founda-tion, an amazing capital campaign was developed. The community pulled together; everyone from MDMH Medical staff and employ-ees, volunteers, residents, local businesses and The Stock Farm Club Members got involved and supported the development of a new ICU. Collectively, $2.2M has been raised! What a HUGE accomplishment!

We are in the final stretch, let’s dig our boots in and get'er done! We still need to raise $1M. It’s a staggering number but with community and teamwork it can happen!

“For me the most motivating part of this get'er done final stretch is simple: We need this new ICU for the community, for our families, for our children, and our friends and neighbors. The time will come when we need the care and we will be glad it is close to home,” said Debbie.

For questions, to arrange a tour or discuss ways to give a gift, please give me a call or stop by any time.

Debbie Gantz Development Officer 406.375.4674

ICU Nurses at the construction site

It’s not too late to get involved!

Drive by and take a look; it’s pretty incredible.

You’ll see firsthand why every gift counts and every dollar is needed.

Return the envelope with your donation.

Thank you!

Dedication ceremony will take place before the end of the year.

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YOUR PHYSICIANS

Joshua Pacheco, MD, certi-fied by the American Board of Emergency Physicians, husband and father of three children, avid fly fisherman and hiker, knew he would come back to Montana someday, just did not know when. Dr. Pacheco recently joined the Marcus Daly Medical Staff and is excited to be a part of the Marcus Daly Emergency Medicine Team. He received his Doctorate of Medicine at University of Massachu-setts Medical School and completed his Emergency Medicine Residency at Albany Medical Center, Albany New York.

Dr. Pacheco completed his graduate studies with Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry, Magna cum Laude and began his career in corporate America with computers and spreadsheets. It was not long before he chose to become one of the 900,000 AmeriCorps Members. “This experience was a career changer for me. I learned that I wanted a profession that made a difference in people lives, gave back, and allowed me to earn a decent wage living in a small town like Hamil-ton Montana. It is seren-dipitous that my family and I now live, work, and play here!” shared Dr. Pacheco.

Dr. Pacheco’s philosophy of care emphasizes patient relations and education. “Whenever possible I educate my patients about their condition, try to create a partnership, and discuss care plan options. This is important because we know that patients who take ownership in their care have better outcomes.” said Dr. Pacheco. “I also practice cost-effective medicine whenever possible, by explaining the risks and benefits of each test, screen-ing, and medication. It is important to me that my patients have a voice in their treatment.”

Bitterroot Orthopedics and Sports Medicine and Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital welcome Dr. Timothy Woods! Dr. Woods is certified by the American Board of Ortho-paedic Surgeons. He brings 24 years of orthopedic experience to the valley. His philosophy of care is to educate his patients about their choices, and guide them to make the best decisions based on their lifestyle and health condi-tions, as well as coach them through the process.

Dr. Woods is known for his personalized care and commitment to quality. His

experience includes trauma and elective surgeries, ranging from joint replace-ments to hand surgery to broken bones. He provides full spectrum care from infants to the elderly.

Dr. Woods enjoys practic-ing medicine in small towns because he likes caring for people he knows, seeing his patients outside of the medical clinic, and getting involved within the community. “I enjoy being a part of the community and am motivated to get to know my patients beyond just providing care for their injury. Dr. Woods shared, “I chose Marcus Daly

Memorial Hospital because it is located in a rural community surrounded by beautiful mountainous landscape, and there is a commitment to quality and longevity from the leadership and staff.” Dr. Woods and his wife, Mary, have five children and one grandchild. Their children are looking forward to rafting, kayaking, and skiing, and are delighted that their parents have moved to the Bitterroot Valley.

Dr. Woods is accepting new patients; call 375.4868 today.

Timothy Woods, MD Bitterroot Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Joshua Pacheco, MD Marcus Daly Emergency Department

Emergency Department

1200 Westwood Drive Hamilton, MT 59840

Bitterroot Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

1200 Westwood Drive Hamilton, MT 59840

375.4868

Timothy Woods, MD

Joshua Pacheco, MD

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Bitterroot Orthopedics and Sports Medicine’s Acute Care ClinicGot an injury? Don’t delay; schedule your appoint-ment today! Bitterroot Orthopedics and Sports Medicine is now offering an Acute Care Clinic for Ravalli County high school varsity athletes with acute sports injuries. The Acute Care Clinic offers a free problem-focused visit and a basic x-ray to ensure athletes have quick, accessible care during their sports season. Acute Care Clinic cards are provided to each of the coaches and trainers to sign and provide to their injured athlete. Once the athlete has the signed card they can call for an appointment. The athlete must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and have the card with them at the time of the appointment.

Bitterroot Orthopedics and Sports Medicine has two Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeons and a physi-cian assistant ready to help your athletes! Jeremiah Clinton, MD treats patients of all ages with orthopedic and sports injuries ranging from broken arms and legs to shoulder and hip surgeries and replacements. Timothy Woods, MD is our newest surgeon and he provides full spectrum care from young adults to the elderly (see story on page 10). David Vande Kieft, PA-C is an NCCPA Certified Physician Assistant with 19 years of medical experience which includes several years of working in Emergency Departments. Together they make a great team ready to help your team!

Bitterroot’s Best Physician and Bitterroot’s Best Employer

Yvonne Courchesne, MD

Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital is inviting you to click into your health. The new patient portal, named “MyHealth”, is available to help you manage your care privately and securely.

MyHealth allows patients to safely and securely:

• Request a prescription refill*

• Request a medical clinic appointment*

• Ask about your visit*

• View your clinical record summary

• View your discharge instructions

• View your lab results and imaging results

• View your demographic/personal information

* Available only to MDMH Clinic Patients

Learn more at myhealth.mdmh.org

Congratulations to Yvonne Courchesne, MD with Corvallis Family Medicine who was voted Bitterroot’s Best Physician for 2014! Dr. Courchesne said, “I enjoy getting to know my patients and families and truly care about all of their wellbeing. I feel fortunate to be able to serve a small community in the Bitterroot Valley.”

MDMH is honored to be voted Bitterroot's Best Employer. Thank you for voting for us! "At MDMH our culture is committed to our patients and each other to create a safe, comfortable, healing environment and wonderful place to deliver care,” shared William Torres, Jr., Co-Chair of the Employee Steering Committee.

IN THE NEWS

New online service allows you to learn about and manage your healthcare

Karen Wolsky, RN

from left: Sherry Price, Katrina Yeaman, Jeremiah Clinton, MD, David Vande Kieft, PA-C, Kimbra Huenergardt, LPN, Laura Embrey, LPN, Timothy Woods, MD

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SERVICES

Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital, (MDMH), is your hospital, and we are committed to meeting your needs. Our comprehensive

medical, surgical, clinic and emergency care services provide each hospital patient with the highest possi-ble level of medical care. To fulfill that commitment the hospital maintains a highly trained staff, invests in cutting edge technologies, upgrades its facilities and implements best practices to ensure the delivery of quality healthcare.

EmergencyA 24/7 state-of-the-art patient centered Emergency Department staffed with a complete medical team including emergency medical physi-cians, EMT’s, paramedics, nurses, and support staff.

Clinic Services Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital Corporation owns ten outpatient care clinics. The clinic services span from urgent care to

primary care to eye health to surgical care. To ensure patient satisfaction, the clinics consistently review their processes to make sure patients get an appoint-ment when needed, are greeted with a smile and receive professional, quality care.

ImagingMarcus Daly Imaging Services is equipped with advanced clinical and diagnostic applications of imaging technology, including X-ray, CT Scans, MRI Scans, Ultrasound, Bone Densitometry,

Fluoroscopy, and PACS (picture archiving and communication systems). The Mammography Suite is an Accredited Facility through the American College of Radiology.

LaboratoryThe MDMH Laboratory Department is open 24 hrs a day, services over 30,000 patients and is equipped with up-to-date high-speed technology and automated instru-

We Care Marcus Daly is committed to meeting your needs

Dylan Wick, NRP

Gracie Wridge, RN

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SERVICES

ments. The services range from blood bank and chemistry to surgical specimens.

RehabilitationThe MDMH Rehabilitation Center is specifically designed to meet the needs of both adult and pediatric patients. The staff includes specialists in occupation-al, physical, and speech therapy, with certifications in orthopedics, pediatrics and hand therapy. The center is equipped with evidence-based state-of-the-art technol-ogy and the only HydroWorx therapy pool of its kind in western Montana.

Sleep The MDMH Sleep Center brings a new level of care to residents of the Bitterroot Valley who suffer from sleep disorders. The center offers the latest in medical technology, quality diagnostic and treatment services, and beautiful and comfortable sleeping suites. The MDMH Sleep Center program is accredited from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).

SurgeryThe MDMH Surgery Center is recognized for its exceptionally

low surgical site infection rate and exceptionally high customer satisfaction scores. This facility offers Ravalli County residents the opportunity to have surgical procedures performed within minutes of their homes. Marcus Daly’s highly skilled board certi-fied surgeons and surgical team offer an extraordinary level of surgical care in a wide range of surgical specialties and focuses on minimally invasive techniques.

Healthcare Services By The Numbers Fiscal Year 2013

Emergency Patients 10,489

Inpatient Days 5,298

Babies Born 145

Surgical Services (Inpatient/ Outpatient Surgeries)

• Oral Maxillofacial & Cosmetic• General• Orthopedic• Eye• Obstetrics & Gynecology• Pain Management• Urology• Neurosurgery• Podiatric

1,187

Clinic Visits 37,256

Outpatient Procedures 45,087

Laboratory Services (Screenings/Tests)

110,000

Imaging Services 10,650

CT Scan 4,512

MRI 1,558

Mammography 2,512

Ultra-Sound 2,068

Rehabilitation Services (Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapies)

13,823

Adult Patient Visits 7,603

Pediatric Patient Visits 6,220

Home Health and Hospice Services

Home Health Visits 3,911

Hospice Outpatient Visits 2,199

Hospice Inpatient Days 1,297

For information about all of

the Marcus Daly’s Healthcare

Services visit: www.mdmh.org.

Luke Channer, MD

Holly Jarvis, PT, PCS

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Healthcare Education Series

Living with Joint Pain? Do you have hip, knee, or shoulder pain? Thursday, October 9, 2014 Living with pain can be stressful, life altering and at times cause depression. Get helpful tips on the right kind of exercise to reduce joint pain and increase your pain threshold, learn about the source of your pain and explore options for bringing movement back into your life. Participate in this interactive expert panel discussion.  Location: MDMH Conference Room B/ C Time: 5:30pm to 7pm Educator Panelists: Jeremiah Clinton, MD, Timothy Woods, MD, and Pete Dunn, DPT, OTR/L, HPCS  

“The Conversation that makes the Difference” Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Participate in the “Conversation Workshop” and explore solutions to ensure your family is not burdened by tough and “extremely important” decisions. We are all individuals and have personal end-of-life wishes; walk through

the process with us and be enlightened about how “The Conversation” can make all the difference in the world.Location: MDMH Conference Room B/ C Time: 5:30pm to 6:30pm Educator: Jane Hron, RN

Healthy Start to a New Year – Tips to Mindful Living! Thursday, January 8, 2015

Learn how to keep life in perspective, decrease stress, improve concentration and creativity, decrease pain, enhance appreciation of life and your surroundings, and a whole lot more! You are sure to leave this class feeling lighter and happier!

Location: MDMH New Conference Rooms Time: 5:30pm to 6:30pm Educator: Jennifer Krueger, PA-C

“10 Heart Felt Tips to Healthy Cholesterol” Thursday, February 12, 2015

Explore the relationship between Choles-terol and the Heart: the good, the bad and the steps to purify your blood vessels. Is it true that bad cholesterol is synonymous with heart attacks? Is it different for men and women, or young versus old? Attend

this session, enjoy a sweet and seriously funny sense of humor, and leave with your 10 Heart Felt Cholesterol Tips. Location: MDMH New Conference Rooms Time: 5:30pm to 6:30pm Educator: Allen “Woody” Jones, MD Sponsored by Soroptimist International of Hamilton

Are you at risk? One of the top three cancers for men and women is colon cancer. Thursday, March 12, 2015

March is National Colon Cancer Month; let’s celebrate by learning the facts and fiction about colon cancer. Colon Cancer is the most curable cancer if it is detected early.

Location: MDMH New Conference Rooms Time: 5:30pm to 6:30pm Educator: John Moreland, MD Session sponsored by Soroptimist International of Hamilton

Medications and Supplements for Optimal Health Thursday, April 9, 2015 Learn myths, dosages, and adverse inter-actions with traditional medications and the most popular supplements. We want to hear from you; email your medica-tion and supplement combination to [email protected] and

it will be used as an example during this session!Location: MDMH New Conference Rooms Time: 5:30pm to 6:30pm Educator: Keith Brown, R.Ph.

Jeremiah Clinton, MD Allen “Woody” Jones, MD

Jennifer Krueger, PA-C

John Moreland, MD

Keith Brown, R.Ph.

Jane Hron, RN

Timothy Woods, MDPete Dunn, DPT, OTR/L

EDUCATION

Join us for a dynamic and engaging series! Take control of your healthcare and learn how to make the best choices for healthy living.

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EVENTS & CLASSES

Indicates registration and payment in advance is required.

Please call Kelly Schrammeck at 375.4654 for more information.

More class info at www.mdmh.org

Hospice Volunteer Training October 7 & 14, 2014 Tuesday Evenings 6pm to 9pm Marcus Daly Hospice

Give the “last, best gift” a person can give: be a hospice volunteer and help bring dignity and comfort to patients and families facing the end of life. Hospice volunteer training includes over 12 hours of classroom discussion. Topics include the philosophy of hospice; tips for visiting the sick; and the need for personal boundaries and self-care. This course and materials are provided free of charge. For more information call Marcus Daly Hospice at 363.6503.

Childbirth Classes October 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2014 Monday evenings, 7pm to 9pm MDMH Conference Room C

Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital and its Medical Staff offer Childbirth Classes. They are a 4-week series held on Mondays from 7pm to 9pm. The classes provide information based in part on the Lamaze method of prepared childbirth. The series includes the entire childbirth process, emphasizing breathing and relaxation techniques, lactation informa-tion, pre and post-delivery expectations and a tour of the Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital Birthing Suites. The expecting parents have an opportunity to meet the medical staff and delivery team and learn what makes an optimum birth experi-ence. Cost is $65.

Arthritis Foundation Walk with Ease and Exercise Programs 2 times per week for nine weeks Starting October 13th

The Arthritis Foundation Walk with Ease & Exercise programs are designed to help participants increase their physical activity, reduce pain, and feel great! Classes are conducted by certi fied instructors at the Marcus Daly Rehabili-tation Center. To reserve your spot call; Marcus Daly Rehabilitation Services at 375-4570. Cost is $56

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Wednesday, October 22, 2014 8am to 4:30pm MDMH Conference Room B/C

The PALS Course is for healthcare providers who respond to emergencies in infants and children. These include personnel in emergency response, emergency medicine, intensive care and critical care units such as physicians, nurses, paramedics and others who need a PALS course completion card for job or other requirements. $150 for Non-Employees.

Heartsaver First Aid with CPR and AED October 28 & 29, 2014 December 2 & 3, 2014 6pm to 10pm MDMH Conference Rooms B/C

Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital offers the HeartSaver First Aid Course. The class is designed to teach you how to manage illnesses and injuries in the first few minutes until professional help arrives. Course content includes General Principles, Medical Emergencies and Injury Emergencies. The modules are: Adult First Aid, Environmental Emergencies, Adult/Child CPR with

Mask, Adult/Child AED, and Infant CPR with Mask. This class is for those who have a duty to respond to a first aid or cardiac emergency. Class $45. Healthcare Provider (BLS)Monday, November 3, 2014 6:00pm to 10:00pm MDMH Conference Rooms B/CBasic Life Support class is designed for healthcare providers who respond to cardiovascular and respiratory emergen-cies. The class teaches skills needed for adult, child and infant cardiopulmonary resuscitation, how to treat cardiac arrest with an automated external defibrillator (AED), the recognition and treatment of choking, and the safety factors in train-ing and actual rescue. Cost $45.Tree of Lights Thursday, December 11, 2014 4:30pm First Presbyterian Church, HamiltonAll are welcome to join us for a service with candles and music in remembrance of our loved ones who have passed away, but still live in our hearts. For more information call Marcus Daly Hospice at 363.6503.Hospice Support GroupsOpen Bereavement Group Every Tuesday of each month 2:00pm to 3:30pmLadies’ Tea 2nd Friday of each month 2:00pmMen’s Bereavement Breakfast 2nd and 4th Friday of each month 8:45am to 9:30am

Community Health Fair and Free Cholesterol Screening! Saturday, May 9, 2015 Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital Join us at our health fair and partake in health education, interactive activities, screenings, and more!

Blood Drive October 23, 2014 February 5, 2015

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PINK EVENTSPower of Pink Variety Show and Mammo Men Introductions Saturday, October 4th, 7pm Mary Stuart Rogers Performing Arts Center in VictorCost is $10 per person $25 Family Pkg (2 Adults & 2 Children - 8 and under)The Power of Pink Show is a singing and dancing variety show that includes music, dancing, skits and interviews with the Mammo Men.

The Canyons Fall Doubles Tennis Tournament October 10th, 11th & 12th$25 per personOpen to all skill levels, ages high school through adult.

PINK EVENTSSprinkle Pink Grand Finale at Blacksmith Brewery Friday, October 24th 5:30pm to 8:00pmJoin us as we recognize our Mammo Men and Window Contest winners, as well the Traveling Raffle drawing winners.

Sprinkle Pink Turn & BurnSaturday, October 25thSapphire Event Center, CorvallisBarrel Race - BRN4D sanctioned race with a large purse.

PINK FUNSprinkle Pink Merchant Window ContestHosted by The Ravalli Republic October 1st - 15thHave a blast while decorating your business’ windows in PINK! Fill out the online contest form.

PINK FUN Traveling RaffleOctober 1st – 24thTicket costs are $1 each or 6 for $5.Traveling Raffle offers up to 11 grand prizes to win, and will be located across the valley at different PINK events. There are several different prize packages to choose from for men, women and children.

PINK DINNERS

Mission Bistro’s Pink Dinner Thursday, September 25th 5pm to 10pmStevensville

The Wild Mare Wine TastingWednesday, October 1st 6pm to 8pm Corvallis

PINK DINNERS Caffe’ Firenze Spruzzare Rosa DinnerMonday, October 6th 5pm to 7pm Florence

Higher Ground Brewing Pint NightThursday, October 16th 4pm to 8pm Hamilton

PINK SPORTS

Hamilton Pink-out FootballMonday, October 6th, 4:30pmHamilton High School

Corvallis Pink-out VolleyballTuesday, October 7th, 5:30pm Corvallis High School

Darby Pink-out FootballThursday, October 9th, 5:30pm Darby High School

Victor Pink-out VolleyballFriday, October 10th, 5:30pmVictor High School

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Aid for Mammography Fund

All monetary donations to the Aid for Mammography Fund during the Sprinkle Pink campaign are matched dollar for dollar by Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital. The Aid for Mammography Fund provides qualified Ravalli County residents with clinical breast health exams, mammograms and other necessary procedures.

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