New MOB on Penrose Campus

Penrose-St. Francis Health Services is working with a third-party developer to pursue the construction of a four-story medical office building on the Penrose Hospital campus. 

The proposed medical office building is the orange colored building in the drawing above.

Please note - this is just an architect rendering and the final building may differ from this concept.

As we look to the future of health care, hospital-physician partnerships play a key role in the delivery of care. Having more physician office space on our campus not only makes sense from a business perspective, but also benefits our patients with convenient access to outpatient services in the hospital. 

Additionally, part of our Penrose Hospital site development plan includes a small community park on the northwest part of our campus. We are now moving forward with the development of a park, near the intersection of Cascade and Jackson.

Meet your Leaders

This is a weekly column where you can meet your Penrose-St. Francis leaders.

Do you know who won the World Cup? I bet Mary Kielma does because she is a huge sports fan. When she is not busy being the director of the Laboratory, you can find Mary watching the latest game on TV and chatting it up about the latest scores in any sport, during any season.

When she’s not cheering for her favorite team, Mary jokes and says she does, “what my staff tells me too!” Really, she makes sure her associates have the training, knowledge, and tools to provide the best quality laboratory service possible to the patients, nurses, and physicians that the PSF lab serves.

She’s been part of the PSF family for almost 25 years! Mary started in 1986 at Penrose as a medical technology intern. After college, she began working in the Chemistry Lab. Shortly after, she moved to the Microbiology Lab. Mary quickly moved up the ranks from supervisor to manager and into her current role as the director.

Mary’s leadership role extends outside PSF. She has served on the advisory board for the Health Trust Purchasing Group for the past three years and is also the leader of a Centura Laboratory Services Best Practice Team. And if that’s not enough, Mary is working on her master’s degree in Clinical Practice Management from Texas Tech University.

How does she do it? Mary says it’s the patients and people she works with that make it all worthwhile.

If that wasn’t enough, Mary also has a 15-year-old daughter that keeps her busy and three cats.

2010 Associate Picnic

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Eagle Scout Project benefits SFMC patients

For his Eagle Scout project, Hunter Milner decided to make 65 blankets for the patients at SFMC (45 baby blankets and 20 adult blankets). It took him over 40 hours to make all of these blankets. He donated them to SFMC Pediatrics and SFMC ED patients. Both Kathleen Woodard, Clinical Manager for Pediatrics, and Mary Gronberg, Charge Nurse for the ED, were thrilled to receive such a generous gift.

First and Main Summer Concerts

We have never seen so many people movin' and grovin' at the First and Main Summer Concerts, sponsored by Penrose-St. Francis, than Friday, July 2. Phat Daddy & The Phat Horn Doctors sure got the whole place dancing. There was even a line of people dancing that stretched the length of the stage, and then some.

Our trauma department was well represented with Dr. Roger Nagy introducing the band. Our booth was right in the middle of the action with Flight for Life, the Colorado Springs Fire Department and AMR all on-site to reinforce our trauma program.

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.

On the second floor of SFMC, just outside of the Administration offices, you will find these two pieces by Anthony Archuleta. The top one is called "Garden of the Gods in Winter" and the second one is called "Garden of the Gods Looking North." Anthony lives at the edge of Garden of the Gods so he didn't have to travel far for his inspiration.

Lunch With Margaret

Ever think about what you would do if you were CEO for a day? What do you like best about working here? Join Margaret Sabin, President and CEO of Penrose-St. Francis Health Services, for a FREE lunch and an informal chat. She would love to hear ideas on how we can work together to make PSF a better place to work or provide a better experience for our patients.

Lunch is open to everyone – associates, volunteers and physicians – working at any PSF facility.  Space is limited to 20 people per month, so an R.S.V.P is required by e-mailing Julie Cox at juliecox@centura.org. Please designate which month you would like to attend. Include your contact information, the department and facility you work for, and a number where you can be reached.

The next lunch date is:

July 30, Penrose Hospital – Barry Nolan Conference Room – 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

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.

How Many Dogs Do You Need to Change a Lightbulb?
 

Boxer
Who cares? I can play with my squeaky toys in the dark.

Greyhound
It isn't moving. Who cares?

Labrador Retriever
Oh, me, me, me!!!!! Pleeeeeeeze let me change the light bulb! Can I? Can I? Huh? Huh? Can I? Pleeeeeeeze? Please, please, please?



Golden Retriever
The day is young. The sun is shining. We've got our whole lives ahead of us. And you're inside the house worrying about a burned out bulb?

Jack Russell Terrier
I'll just pop it in while I'm bouncing off the furniture and walls.

Australian Shepherd
First, let me put all the light bulbs in a little circle...

Rottweiler
Try and make me.

Chihuahua
Yo quiero Taco Bulb. Or - We don't need no stinkin' light bulb!

Border Collie
Just one? Then I'll replace any wiring I find that's not up to code.

Old English Sheep Dog
What light bulb? I'm sorry, but I don't see any light bulb!

German Shepherd
I'll change it as soon as I've led these people out of the dark, checked to make sure I haven't missed anyone and made one last perimeter patrol to see that no one has tried to take advantage of the situation.

Dachshund
You know I can't reach that dumb lamp!

Famous Dog Quotes and Funny Dog Quotes

If your dog is too fat, you are not getting enough exercise
     - Unknown

Have you ever consider what your dog must think of you? I mean, you come home from the grocery with the most amazing stuff, pork, chicken, half a cow. They must think you're the greatest hunter on earth!
     - Anne Tyler

If you think dogs don't know how to count, try this: Put three dog biscuits in your pocket and give him only two of them.
     - Phil Pastoret

Dogs may not be our whole life, but they make our lives whole.
     - Roger Caras

You can say any dumb thing to a dog and the dog will look at you as if to say, 'Wow, you're right! I never would've thought of that!'
     - Dave Barry

My goal in life is to be as good a person as my dog thinks I am.
      - Unknown

News Briefs

Did you make it to Woodland Park on the 4th?
Gail Decker, Jamie Hanson and Becky Morland staffed the Langstaff-Brown booth at the Woodland Park community celebration. They passed out mini-first aid kits and frisbees to everyone who stopped by their booth. The weather held out for the event, but as you might have seen in the news, the fireworks show was cancelled due to weather.

Reminder from the Foundation
Effective July 1, Penrose-St. Francis Health Foundation will again be the initial contact for any associate requesting funds through Associate Financial Assistance. The Sisters of St. Francis Associate Assistance Program helps qualifying associates in unforeseen financial crises with financial assistance. All questions and requests for application forms should be directed to the Foundation office at 776-7760.  

SFMC Annual NICU Reunion Picnic
The annual NICU Reunion Picnic is coming up this weekend, Sat. July 17, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at SFMC.
Watch for a complete recap of the celebration in next week's newsletter.

ATTENTION!  ATTENTION!
The Outreach Committee is accepting donations of school supplies to help our CNC sites in Colorado Springs to get ready for the new school year.

Collection dates are July 12 through July 23. Please help the children with their needs.

Items needed are: pens, pencils, Crayons, markers. lined paper, spiral notebooks, calculators (small),  protractors, pencil holders (zippered), Kleenex boxes (regular size), glue and erasers.

Thank you for your help in this event. Please contact Kathy Miller at 381-4971 if you have any questions.

YARN DRIVE 
*Help the Creative Crocheter’s Team by donating yarn! Any color or texture is needed!

*We make hats and scarf’s for our patients at the Penrose Cancer Center, Rocky Mountain Cancer Center, and those in need at the Marian House.

The Yarn Drive is August 9th–20th. There will be boxes located in the main lobby and in the Registration Department.

Do you want to learn how you can help? If so, call Erin Tatum or Katie Stone.

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

"Picnic in the Pines" at Benet Hill Monastery

A day of fun for the whole family is planned for Saturday July 17 at the new Benet Hill Monastery and Ministry Center.  From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Monastery will throw open its doors to welcome the community and celebrate summer at the first annual “Picnic in the Pines” event at the Benet Pines Retreat Center located in the Black Forest area at 3190 Benet Lane in northeast Colorado Springs.

According to Sr. Rose Ann Barmann, the Monastery’s Development Director, “this family centered event will offer loads of fun, fellowship and entertainment for kids and adults of all ages!” 

“With all-you-can eat BBQ, beer, wine and beverages, ‘Picnic in the Pines’ promises to be a great day in a magnificent woodland setting,” said Barmann.

 Entertainment ranges from music by the New Horizons Combo Band, carriage rides, games for all ages including face painting and treasure hunts, an antique car show, a pig roast, bounce house, “Wacky Trikes” and nature walks.  There will be plenty of free parking and a free shuttle bus.

In addition, tickets for a drawing may be purchased for just $10 apiece, whether or not you plan to attend the event.  Drawing items include a one-week stay in a gorgeous new condo in Costa Rica; a gourmet dinner at Benet Hill with Bishop Hanifen, Rabbi Hirsch and Reverend Trigg; several beautiful quilts and handmade stained glass; certificates for photo sessions, golf and accommodations and meals at several area hotels.   Drawing items can be viewed at www.benethillmonastery.org. 

Event Chairperson Joan Klein stated that “Picnic in the Pines” will also showcase Benet Hill’s new facilities.  Said Klein, “Funds raised through this event and the drawing will provide much-needed support for the important programs and services offered to the community by the ministries of Benet Hill.”

The Benedictine sisterhood has been an important part of religious life in Colorado when the Sisters brought their education ministry to the state nearly 100 years ago.  In 1963, the Sisters founded Benet Hill Academy on Chelton Road, which provided an education based on academic excellence and Catholic moral values for over 2,000 girls in its nearly 20-year tenure.  Benet Hill is rooted in over 1500 years of the Benedictine Tradition that was born in the hearts of St. Benedict and St. Scholastica, “to seek God in community.”

“Because Retreat Ministry has been an integral part of “Benet Pines’ for many years, it best exemplifies the key elements of our mission: hospitality, community and openness to all cultures and faiths,” said Sr. Anne Stedman, OSB, Prioress.  The new location opened in October 2009.

The community is welcome and invited to attend this wonderful event.  Tickets may be purchased online at www.benethillmonastery.org or by calling 719-574-2037.  Ticket prices range from $25 for individuals to $100 for an entire family residing in the same household.  Children under the age of five will be admitted for free.

Along with chairperson Joan Klein and Sr. Rose Ann Barmann, the “Picnic in the Pines” committee includes volunteers Julie Armstrong, Leslie Bent, Theresa Brown, Mary Beth Cipoletti, Chris Cipoletti, Janet Conover, Shay Dickerson, Lauren Giusti, Marty Kiernan, Sue Kiernan, Bliss Krucas, Cathy Marta, Mary Parsons, Jim Rocklin, Maryann Stadjuhar, Katie Stuart, Michel Tomsic and Gene Tourville. 

New Horizons Combo Band

HIIP News

HIIP News, July 12-18, 2010
 
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                                                                                 

HIKING CLUB                               
Saturday, July 24 at 8:00am: Palmer Trail/Red Rock Loop/Section 16                           
Directions: From Colorado Springs, take Highway 24 west and turn left (south) onto 21st street. Turn right on Gold Camp Road and continue straight through the four-way stop sign. The trailhead and main parking lot are on the right just a few minutes up the road, with overflow and large vehicle parking just past it on the left.
Trail Information: Beautiful mountain scenery, spectacular views, old pine forest and mountain streams. This is a 6 mile route, with 800 ft of elevation gain. Dogs welcome on a leash. Trail is not stroller friendly.
Rating: Moderate, well maintained trail.
Hike Leader: Melanie Wanless (Finance), 719-659-9519

PSF EXTENDED FITNESS CLASSES
Pick up a schedule at HIIP Wall pockets at all sites for registration form       
Penrose Main                                    
Yoga: Session 8: Starts, Thursday, July 15, from 5:15-6:30 p.m. in the PH/E-Tower Aerobics Room for 6 weeks  - Session Cancelled. Please note Yoga will move to Tuesday evenings- please see HIIP Flyer boards for current class schedule.                                                             
Pilates: Session 10: Starts, Wednesday, July 21, from 5:00-6:00 p.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.                             
SFMC Wellness Center- July 15th at 5 p.m.                
SFMC Wellness Center- July 20th at 1:30 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

Click on the flyer for a printable version.

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
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
            

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 Crumb Halibut Filet, Chicken Fried Steak, Baked Potato Bar,
BBQ Baby Back Ribs, Southwest Panini, Cherry Pineapple Cake.

TUESDAY
Breakfast
French Toast & Syrup, Sausage, Egg, Cheese McMuffin, Chipped Beef
Lunch
Chicken Fajitas, Beef Taco Bowl, Turkey Cheddar Pepper Panini,
Jalapeño Poppers, Chicken Wings Tex Mex Chips, Blueberry Cobbler

WEDNESDAY
Breakfast
Fruit Topped Pancakes, Breakfast Burritos, Green Chili, Red Potato Fries
Lunch
Coconut Curry Chicken & Vegetable, Panini Italiano,
BBQ Beef Brisket, Cranberry Glazed Salmon, Apple Strudel

THURSDAY
Breakfast
Denver Omelet, Waffles, Sausage Gravy & Biscuit, Shredded Hash Browns
Lunch
Grilled Turkey Bacon Swiss, Fresh Veggie Stir Fry, Beef Pepper Steak,
Fried Chicken, Baked Potato Bar, Corn Bread, Scotcharoo's.

FRIDAY
Breakfast
Bagel Breakfast Sandwich, Green Chili Omelet, Tater Tots
Lunch
Baked Orange Roughy, Grilled Rueben, Jamaican Jerk Chicken
Spaghetti & Meat Sauce, Scalloped Potatoes, Peach Upside Down Cake.

SATURDAY
Breakfast
Minnesota Baked Casserole, Chipped Beef & Biscuit, Hash Browns
Lunch
Turkey Pot Pie, Meat Lasagna & Garlic Bread, Red Hook Shrimp,
Herbed Jasmine Rice, Long Green Beans, Blueberry Cherry Cobbler.

SUNDAY
Breakfast
Pancakes & Syrup, Red Potato Fries, Grits, Eggs & Sausage & Ham
Lunch
Crispy Fried Chicken, Sour cream Mashed Potatoes, Meatball Sandwich,
Beer Battered Fish, Mac & Cheese, Fresh Baked Bisc