Ali Vincent was here...

Who is Ali Vincent?

Ali Vincent –  the first female winner of the hit NBC show, “The Biggest Loser,” and author of “Believe It. Be It” – made a special appearance at Penrose Hospital on Friday as she helped Kick off the Mind Body Sole Tour with Famous Footwear. 

Ali participated in “Random Acts of Famous” by visiting Penrose Hospital and surprising nurses – the often unsung heroes of the medical field who spend long days on their feet. She visited the Critical Care Unit on the 2nd floor and the 4th floor.

Ali and CEO Margaret Sabin taught a bootcamp class together on Sat. morning in our fitness center. More than 40 people participated in the class.

Here are more photos from her visit to the floors on Friday...

Inside Centura 2020

Have you heard the term "moving upstream" as it relates to our 2020 initiative? Do you understand what it means?

MOVING UPSTREAM
     We BELIEVE in shifting emphasis from curing sickness to promoting wellness.
     We BELIEVE that we can help change how people think about caring for their health.
     We BELIEVE in primary care and extending care to people outside our communities.

Here is a recent example of Moving Upstream.
PSF CEO Margaret Sabin was invited to host a 40-minute fitness class for the Colorado Springs Fire Department on June 22.  CSFD observed Health & Safety Week by airing a variety of programs on fitness, healthy cooking and safety on their closed circuit TV station.  Margaret’s fitness class was broadcast live via closed circuit and rebroadcast later in the week, giving all 350 CSFD staff an opportunity to participate in the fitness class.  The class focused on using your own body weight to build strength.

2010 Associate Campaign

2010 Associate Campaign - Going Above and Beyond

The 2010 Associate Campaign has been exciting since its launch on April 22!  It is even more exciting to announce our final total of $351,283. Thank you for Going Above and Beyond to exceed the goal of $325,000 with this amazing amount. Equally impressive is that 38 percent of our associates gave through this campaign, far exceeding the national average of 30 percent. This speaks volumes to your generosity and care for those in need. 

The large majority of employees designated their gifts to benefit the Employee Financial Assistance Fund, with almost $245,000 directed to this program. Additionally, almost $70,000 was directed to serve others through our Patient Financial Assistance program. In the current fiscal year, we have assisted over 1,100 people through these programs – a 20 percent increase over last fiscal year! 

Thanks to all who gave in support of this annual campaign and kudos to our outstanding Executive Committee members and campaign volunteers for a job extremely well done.

Hour Club gifts have been distributed.  For the associates who work the night shift and have not received their Hour Club gift, the Foundation staff will come to your department on July 8 around 11 p.m. to midnight and will bring your gift. If you participated in the 2010 Associate Campaign at the Hour Club level and did not receive your gift, please contact the Foundation at 776-7760.

Meet Dr. Beggs

Join me in welcoming cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr. Martin Beggs, to the Penrose-St. Francis family. Dr. Beggs joins Penrose Cardiothoracic Surgery after 12 years in private practice in Sarasota, Florida. He specializes in diseases of the heart and aorta. As a surgeon, he collaborates with each patient’s primary care physician and cardiologist to create a comprehensive care plan, focusing on the patient’s entire course of treatment, including pre- and postoperative care.

His expertise includes:

• Minimally invasive aortic valve replacement
• Bloodless and blood conserving cardiac surgery
• High risk coronary artery bypass
• Aortic aneurysm dissection repair
• Extensive experience with geriatric cardiac surgery patients

Dr. Beggs, his wife, Dr. Karen Chang, and their three children (15, 13 and 11 years old) are in the process of making the transition from Florida to Colorado. “We are really looking forward to doing all of the activities Colorado is known for, such as skiing and hiking,” said Dr. Beggs. When he is not caring for patients, he spends most of his time with his family at the kid’s activities or out on the golf course.

Dr. Beggs, Board Certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, received his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School in Houston and completed his general surgery residency at University of Texas-Houston.  He completed his cardiac training at Texas Heart Institute under Dr. Denton Cooley and his thoracic oncological training was done at MD Anderson.

Dr. Beggs joins the surgical practice with Dr. John Mehall and Dr. Matthew Blum.

Select Open House

Select Hospital is moving to the 6th floor at SFMC.

Highlights of their new space:

• 30 Private Rooms
• 24/7 Physician Coverage
• Consulting Specialists
• 30,000 sq. Ft. Hospital
• Bedside Dialysis
• 6 High Observation Rooms
• Telemetry
• Negative Pressure Rooms
• Laboratory Services

Select hosted a community open house last Thursday to show off their new space.

SFMC CEO Nate Olson gives Select CEO Valerie Brickel a hug as they celebrate the opening of the new facility.

Medalion Neighborhood Fair

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PSF Art Show

At a recent lunch with Margaret, associates expressed interest in learning more about the wonderful artwork that decorates our hospitals. This is a weekly series featuring the artwork and historical pieces seen in our hospitals.

The three Brass Screens by Bill Hardy are located outside the garden level meeting rooms at SFMC. These pieces were reported to have been commissioned by Julie Penrose. They were placed in the main lobby of the Glockner/Penrose Hospital in 1959 to screen the elevators from the information desk. After several moves over the years, the pieces were put in crates and stored until a new home was created for them at SFMC.
During the grand opening of SFMC in 2008, Blll Hardy's daughter brought him out to see the new place of honor for his 50 year old creation.

Laughter is the best medicine

This is a weekly series of fun stories and jokes to help brighten your day and put a smile on your face.

A kindergartner was practicing spelling
A kindergartner was practicing spelling with magnetic letters on the refrigerator: cat, dog, dad, and mom had been proudly displayed for all to see.

One morning while getting ready for the day, he bounded into the room with his
arms outstretched. In his hands were three magnetic letters: G-O-D.

“Look what I spelled, Mom!” with a proud smile on his face.

“That's wonderful!” his mom praised him. “Now go put them on the fridge so Dad
can see when he gets home tonight.”

The mom happily thought that her son's Catholic education was certainly having
an impact. Just then, a little voice called from the kitchen: “Mom? How do you spell
‘zilla’?”

Pearly Gates
A minister dies and is waiting in line at the Pearly Gates.

Ahead of him is a guy who's dressed in sunglasses, a loud shirt, leather jacket, and jeans.

Saint Peter addresses this guy, "Who are you, so that I may know whether or not to admit you to the Kingdom of Heaven?"

The guy replies, "I'm Joe Cohen, taxi driver, of Noo Yawk City."

St. Peter consults his list.

He smiles and says to the taxi driver, "Take this silken robe and golden staff and enter the Kingdom of Heaven."

The taxi driver goes into Heaven with his robe and staff, and it's the minister's turn.

He stands erect and booms out, "I am Joseph Snow, pastor of Calvary for the last forty-three years."

St Peter consults his list.

He says to the minister, "Take this cotton robe and wooden staff and enter the Kingdom of Heaven."

"Just a minute," says the minister. "That man was a taxi driver, and he gets a silken robe and golden staff. How can this be?"

"Up here, we work by results," says Saint Peter. "While you preached, people slept; while he drove, people prayed."

Webb Library

News from Webb Memorial Library

Attention all nurses.  Centura Health is currently exploring a license with Mosby to acquire Nursing Consult, a comprehensive online resource designed to help nurses provide better patient care. 

Nursing Consult includes:

• Latest Drug Information
• Patient  Handouts
• Professional Journals, with full-text access to 38 nursing journals.
• Reference Books
• Clinical Updates
• Practice Guidelines
• Evidence-Based Nursing Monographs
• News

At the present time, associates can access Nursing Consult by going to www.nursingconsult.com or access it directly from Webb Library’s Intranet site where there is a link.  Nursing Consult is an invaluable resource and nurses are encouraged to visit their site and see what if offers.  And as a reminder, additional databases are also available on Webb Library’s Intranet site on MVW.

If you have questions about Nursing Consult or other resources, contact Casey Welch, the medical librarian, at caseywelch@centura.org, 776-5288. 

Talking with your children about cancer

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Cycle for Change

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News Briefs

Urgent Care Hours
The hours at Penrose Community Urgent Care will change: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., effective July 1st.
The hours at Langstaff Brown will not change at this time - 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

PSF Associate Art Show
It’s back! The Rewards & Recognition Committee is excited to announce the return of the PSF Associate Art Show. We have lots of creative people in our PSF community and this is an opportunity for us to recognize and celebrate your talents! The event will be held September 29th through October 2nd at Penrose Hospital and St. Francis Medical Center. All associates are encouraged to submit their original works of art*: photography, paintings, sculptures, jewelry, etc. More details and submission forms will be available soon.

*Art pieces must be in accordance with PSF policies

Can we “CAN” hunger in our community?   Yes, we can! 
*What can you do for your community? You can help the outreach committee with:
The Community Network of Caring Food Drive!
*June 14-July 2, We will be collecting non-perishable food items to help others.
*Just place your donations int the drop-off box located at your site. 
*Thank you for your continued support in helping our local communtty!

HIIP News

ONLY 3 DAYS LEFT!
June is the last month of Fiscal Year 2010 so finish up your HIIP incentive program in order to get a choice of $125 or a Paid Day off! You can do it!  Be good to yourself and to your health!
 
JULY 2010 LUNCH 'N LEARN
"Celebrate FY10 and Learn About changes for the Calendar Year 2011”
Come Celebrate the end of Club HIIP Fiscal Year 2010 and be the first to find out about the NEW revision to Club HIIP! It’s a Potluck party! If you are willing to bring something, please pick up a sign-up form and ENJOY LUNCH with us!
Tues, July 20, 12:05 p.m.-12:45 p.m., SFMC/Conference Rooms 1-2
Wed, July 21, 12:05-12:45 p.m., PH/Cancer Center Rooms A-C                                                                                 

FY10 HIIP EDUCATION CLASSES       
Progressive Relaxation, June 29, 11:30-12:30 p.m., SFMC/Conference Rooms 1-2                          

PSF EXTENDED FITNESS CLASSES
Pick up a schedule at HIIP Wall pockets at all sites for registration form       
Penrose                                    
Yoga: Session 8: Starts, Thursday, July 15, from 5:15-6:30 p.m. in the PH/E-Tower Aerobics Room for 6 weeks                                                              
Pilates: Session 10: Starts, Wednesday, July 21, from 5:00-6:00 p.m. in the PH/E-Tower Aerobics Room for 5 weeks                             
Bootcamp: Session 5: Starts, Monday, July 26 from 5:00-6:00 p.m. in the PH/E-Tower Aerobics Room for 6 weeks                                                                       
Power Up!: Session 3: Starts, Saturday, July 31, from 9-10:30 a.m. in the PH/E-Tower Aerobics Room for 5 weeks                                                                          

WELLNESS CENTER ORIENTATIONS
Please register for orientations via HealthCalc on My Virtual Workplace or call 776-5839, ext.                             
PH Wellness Center- July 8th at 8 a.m.                                                                     
SFMC Wellness Center- July 15th at 5 p.m.                
SFMC Wellness Center- July 20th at 1:30 p.m.                         
SFHC Wellness Center- July 23rd at 12 p.m.                                      
PH Wellness Center- July 27th at 4 p.m.                                    
Anyone over 40 years old must have a physician’s form signed giving permission to use Wellness Centers. 

WALKING CLUBS
PH Walking Club: Every Thursday at 7:15-7:50 a.m. outside of valet.
Contact Michelle Somers x5034
SFMC Walking Club:  Every Tuesday at 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. meet outside 1st floor/valet entrance. If temperature is below 30 degrees- cancelled.  Contact Rox x11064

HLC Third Quarter Classes

SCHEDULE OF HEALTH IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM CLASSES
Wellness Classes: July 1 through September 30, 2010

Please call the following number for additional information or to register for any of the classes listed below. All classes require pre-registration / cancellation a minimum of 24 hours prior.
Penrose Health Learning Center
(719) 776-3600
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

All Wellness classes held at Penrose Health Learning Center, 1644 Medical Center Point (Union and Templeton Gap) unless otherwise noted.

Exercising with the Physioball Level I – This four-week class will focus on core stability and strength, toning abdominals, lower back strengthening and stretching, upper and lower body musculature. A physioball will be given to each participant to encourage completion of weekly homework assignments.  Class meets for 45-minutes once per week for four-weeks.

Date/Time: Mondays, September 6 through 27, 5:15 – 6 pm
Cost:       $40.00 per month

T’ai Chi – A form of ancient Chinese martial arts that works to improve body awareness, strength and coordination.

Date/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning the first Tuesday of the month
July 6 through 29
August 3 through 26
September 7 through 30

9 – 10 am
Cost:       $40.00 per month

NEW! Cardio Kickboxing – This class will teach the basic techniques of kickboxing including punching, kicking, and other moves.  Class is held in a cardio-exercise format with focus on developing and maintaining cardiovascular endurance, balance and coordination.

Date/Time: Tuesdays
July 20 through August 10

5 – 6 pm
Cost:       $30.00 per month
            
NEW! Emotional Eating Sabotaging Your Weight Loss Attempts? – Come to this two-part series to gain some understanding and insight with your eating issues and get on a healthy path to a thinner, happier you!

Date/Time: Tuesdays
September 21 and 28

5:30 – 7 pm
Cost:       $40.00 / series
            

NEW!! Weekend Warrior Conditioning – Are you in need of achieving a new level of fitness to engage in your weekend warrior activities?  Join us for a boot camp, circuit style that will surely whip you into shape.

Date/Time: Wednesdays
July 7 through 28
5  – 6 pm
Cost:  $30.00 per month
           
Join The Health Learning Center Gym – Did you know that a one month membership at the HLC gym is equal to one class option through Colorado Springs Utilities?  Join us for one or more months and get your workouts kick started under the guidance of our fitness experts.  Call the registration number for an exercise intake appointment.

Date/Time: By appointment only
Contact 776-4761 to schedule your intake to initiate your membership
Cost:  $46.00 per month
            
Individual Fitness Assessment – Measure your fitness levels against the national averages and note areas in which you excel and potential areas of need. A sub-max VO2 treadmill test as well as evaluations for flexibility, strength and strength endurance will be performed.  Results will be reviewed and discussed with a fitness expert to help direct you in your future fitness goals.

Date/Time: By appointment only
Contact 776-4761 to schedule your appointment
Cost:  $50.00
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NEW! Grilling, Marinades and Summer Sauces – Get some great recipes, sample various marinades and sauces and get hints for meat specific grilling.  We’ll be in our teaching kitchen at the HLC with are expert dietitians.  Join us for a fun and flavorful event. 
 
Date/Time: Thursday, July 22
 
5:30 – 6:30 pm
Cost:  $25.00 value
            
New!  Functional Fitness – Join us for an age-appropriate fitness program designed to keep you happy and healthy well into your golden years.  This class will focus on balance, agility, core stability, and full body strengthening to enhance your abilities to do your activities of daily living.

Date/Time: Fridays
August 6 through 27

7 – 7:45 am 
Cost:  $30.00 per month
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Aquatics Classes – The Penrose Health Learning Center in cooperation with Colorado Sports and Spine. A structured lass 2-3 times per week concentrating on range of motion, overall strengthening and general cardiovascular conditioning. All Aquatics classes are located at 1625 Medical Center Point (Union and Templeton Gap).

  Date/Time:     
M/W/F 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.  or 11:30 – 12:30
M/F 12:30-1:30 pm
M/W 5 -6 p.m.
T/Th 8:30-9:30 a.m. 11:30-12:30  12:30-1:30 p.m.             
            
Cost: $46.00 / month for 2x / week
    $66.00 / month for 3x / week

Cafeteria Menu

PENROSE HOSPITAL Breakfast & Lunch Menu (for more choices including Dinner, call # 776-5408) For SFMC menu, please call menu line at # 571-1001

MONDAY
Breakfast
Western Breakfast Skillet, Eggs Florentine, Sausage & Biscuits
Lunch
Garlic Crab Cakes, Chicken Teriyaki, Shepherd's Pie, Mac & Cheese,
Rueben Sandwich, Baked Potato Bar,Grilled Chicken, Blackberry Cobbler.

TUESDAY
Breakfast
French Toast & Syrup, Sausage, Egg, Cheese McMuffin, Chipped Beef
Lunch
Beef Taco Bowl, Turkey Cheddar Pepper Panini, Beef Chimichanga,
Jalapeño Poppers, Beef Fajita's, Santa Fe Egg Rolls, Cinnamon Churros.

WEDNESDAY
Breakfast
Fruit Topped Pancakes, Breakfast Burritos, Green Chili, Red Potato Fries
Lunch
Scallop & Seafood Sauté, Swiss Tuna & Tomato Melt, Chicken Tenders
Mushroom Meatball Marinara & Pasta, Chocolate Lava Cakes.

THURSDAY
Breakfast
Denver Omelet, Waffles, Sausage Gravy & Biscuit, Shredded Hash Browns
Lunch
Grilled Turkey Bacon Swiss, Fresh Veggie Stir Fry, Pork Chop Apricot Sauce,
White Wine Salmon, Mile High Panini, Baked Potato Bar, Pistachio Cake.

FRIDAY
Breakfast
Bagel Breakfast Sandwich, Green Chili Omelet, Tater Tots
Lunch
Beef Bacon Cabernet Stew, Fried Catfish, Turkey Bacon Club Panini
Chicken Marsala, BBQ Hot Wings, Mozzarella Sticks, Apple Cranberry Crisp.

SATURDAY
Breakfast
Minnesota Baked Casserole, Chipped Beef & Biscuit, Hash Browns
Lunch
Beer Battered Fish, Popcorn Chicken, Meat Lasagna, Rosemary Potatoes,
Chili, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Long Green Beans, Apple Dumplings.

SUNDAY
Breakfast
Pancakes & Syrup, Red Potato Fries, Grits, Eggs & Sausage & Ham
Lunch
Fried Chicken, Cabbage Rolls, Patty Melts, Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes,
Fresh Cut French Fries, Green Peas, Cherry Apple Cobbler.