Star Associates

SFMC Star Associate
Jeremy Eyman, OB
Nominated by: Anna Horton & Nancy Steele

Anna wrote:
I would like to nominate Jeremy for Star Associate as he demonstrates a consistent behavior of RESPECT at all times.  He is respectful and polite to patients, families, doctors, and all other staff regardless of station. He also encourages others to do the same.  I am pleased to know Jeremy and am very happy he works on our unit. 
Nancy wrote:
I would like to recommend Jeremy for the Star award for his professionalism and teamwork.  He shows continuous support and respect for his co-workers by taking care of the charts as soon as a patient arrives, stocks the rooms without delay and is always very polite in the operating room even if it is a stressful case.  I know it is going to be a good day when I arrive and see Jeremy.  He exudes confidence and proves his talent of being very organized. 

Penrose Hospital Star Associate
Colleen (CoCo) King, RN – ED
Nominated by: Cynthia Jackson, RN

Centura Integrity Standard of Respect states as follows, “Respect for all persons and for our Christ identity, heritage and missions of our sponsoring organizations.” I believe Colleen King, Coco as she is called, is an associate who exemplifies this standard with every patient, manager, co-worker and family member with whom she interacts.  She greets patients with a very professional introduction and proceeds to listen to their reasons or their trip to the ER as if they are the only patient she has at that moment . . . and she may have three others.  She exemplifies the Standard of Respect set forth by Centura and should thus be awarded a Star Associate.

Off-Site Star Associte
Debra Kaye -CSSC – Audubon
Nominated by: Frank Hennessy

It is my pleasure to nominate Debra Kaye for star associate.  Debra is our clinical coordinator for Colorado Sports and Spine overseeing front desk functions.  The thing I love about Debra is how she looks at the variety of patients that we serve, the retired general, the teenage skate boarder, the injured factory worker and sees the grace of God in each of them.  Debra treats each person who walks in our door with the utmost respect and care.  She is one of our strongest advocates and examples of our mission in motion.

Thank You!

Everyday, people say thank you for the care they received here at Penrose-St. Francis. Some of them take the time to write beautiful letters to share their thanks. We will share some of these letters in the Pulse from time to time.

This letter was recently sent to the staff of the John Zay Guest House.

July 21, 2011

Sister Lou, Mickey and Staff,

I can’t even find the words to express my gratitude for all of the love and caring this house has to offer.

After being at the hospital all day seeing loved ones hurting and in pain, then you leave and walk into this beautiful home – you feel like there is hope because you have people that really care about you  and you have  a place to go and cry and pray together. This home makes you feel safe and really does just give you hope that things, no matter how bad, can and will get better.

Thank you all for everything. I will miss your love.

If you have a letter you wold like to share, please send it to christophervalentine@centura.org.

New Medical Director for Surgery at Penrose

Meet Dr. Jon Taylor, the new Medical Director of Surgical Services at Penrose Hospital

As part of Penrose’s commitment to being a world class hospital for surgical services, a new physician leadership role has been created: Medical Director of Surgical Services at Penrose Hospital. We are very happy to announce that Dr. Jon Taylor, anesthesiologist with Pikes Peak Anesthesia, has accepted the position. In this new role, Dr. Taylor will provide more physician input and leadership in the surgical area with the intent of enhancing the experience for our surgeons, patients and staff. 

Dr. Taylor brings a tremendous amount of experience to the table.  He has worked as an anesthesiologist at Penrose for 11 years. In his new role, he will assist Lonnie Cramer, administrative director of Surgical Services, and the nursing director (the position is currently open) by providing physician leadership in our OR improvement effort to become more efficient.  He will help to ensure efficient patient flow through the perioperative service and identify areas for improvement and also assist in strategic planning for the department.

“I am excited to be a part of this atmosphere of pride and excellence in our operating room,” said Dr.  Taylor. “I am looking forward to working closely with our surgeons and staff to improve the flow and efficiency of our department and ultimately, make this normally stressful event for our patients and their families as easy as possible for them.”
 
“Choosing an anesthesiologist to fill this vital role was a perfect fit,” said Lonnie Cramer. “We’re well on our way to creating a high-performing culture in our OR that will show in our surgical outcomes, efficiency, and both patient and physician satisfaction.” 

A little background on Dr. Taylor:
Medical school - Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska.
Anesthesia residency - University of Missouri in Columbia, Mo.
Six years teaching at Missouri and directed the operating room there for two years. 
“My clinical interest is cardiothoracic anesthesia,” said Dr. Taylor.

Pictures on the Promenade

On Thursday, July 28, Penrose-St. Francis went back to the future at The Promenade Shops at Briargate. The free outdoor showing of the 80’s hit, Back to the Future, included a bike rodeo by Bicycle Colorado and bike helmet and car seat safety tips from Penrose-St. Francis Emergency and Trauma Services. Professional cyclist and three time US National champion, Freddie Rodriquez, from Team Xnergy was there promoting the upcoming USA Pro Cycling Challenge which kicks off in Colorado Springs August 22.  

Pro Cycling Challenge

A gorgeous landscape, an intense competitive atmosphere, and the right amount of thrill is the formula for the Prologue to the Pro Cycling Challenge occurring August 22 right here in Colorado Springs. Riders will traverse 5.5 miles at rocketing speeds to try and earn their spot in the first road stage of the Pro Cycling Challenge. Athletes begin the race in Garden of the Gods, giving spectators a unique vantage point to view this incredible event. Competitors continue the race through Old Colorado City, and stop the clock in downtown Colorado Springs.

Centura has the distinct privilege to be the official medical sponsor for this incredible event, and Penrose St. Francis’ Emergency and Trauma services will be running a booth near the finish line of the Prologue in which race enthusiasts can see an array of informative and interesting demonstrations. These include everything from a display on the fragility of the human brain, to car seat safety, to a helmet fittings and much more. Those who stop by the PSF booth will also have the opportunity to win an adult bike and helmet. All you need to do is answer some trivia questions, that will teach you about trauma and our trauma services (let it be noted you do not need to answer the questions correctly in order to win, so it’s worth a shot!). Centura is a proud sponsor of this gripping and awe-inspiring event, we look forward to seeing you at the booth!

STRIVE Success Story

Raising Awareness: Meet Sharon Pletcher!

Sharon Pletcher has been a nurse with Penrose since 1978 and has played many roles; from being a nurse in the ICU, to staff education critical care, to clinical manager. For more than 14 years, Sharon has been in cardiac rehab; therefore she is very well educated on cardiac health. Yet to her surprise, at STRIVE’s annual health screening she discovered a reality that she was oftentimes explaining to her patients: hypertension. After interviewing Sharon, she realized that to learn how to help people, you have to do it yourself. She quotes, “I can’t tell people to exercise unless I’ve been on a walk. So I started participating in the walking club and making sure I go consecutively. The thing that motivates me is the people I work with, the patients, and my family. My mother had bypass surgery in 1985 and I feel like I need to be exercising, not only for my personal benefit, but because my mom expects me to.”

What do you do to keep healthy every day?
I’m here early to participate in the walking club. People ask me why would I be at Penrose at 7 or 7:15. Well, traffic is horrendous at 8:00, so I come early on purpose, get a better parking spot, deal with less traffic, and get my exercise in. Plus, I’m always on time.

What did you find most beneficial from attending the PSF health screening?
The health screening was a real light bulb experience for me because I had no idea my blood pressure was high. Although I was told my blood pressure was high last year at the health screening, there was no accountability. At the health screening this year, we had to meet with a health coach for a couple of minutes to go over our results.  This really made me feel accountable. I’ve realized that in order for me to get a healthy blood pressure reading, I really have to concentrate and focus. I’m sure it’s stress related, but I’ve realized that I really need to work on my stress management skills. 

What did you do after the health screening to lower your blood pressure?
Some days, I would skip walking and would just take some time to sit and relax, but realized that didn’t help me as much. I really needed to focus on the walk and stop to smell the flowers. With the health coach, one of the goals was to take the stress management course and to check my blood pressure more regularly; I didn’t even check it once a month, but now am taking it once a week. My high blood pressure wasn’t necessarily due to sodium or weight related; I believe it was mostly due to stress. I mean, why else would I get so upset with my blood pressure being high if I wasn’t stressed.

How do you feel now that you attempted to lower your blood pressure?
I feel lighter, easier, and a little more confident. I walk 45 minutes to church on Sunday mornings, up a hill, and use a pedometer on a daily basis. I check how many steps I accomplish with work and being active.

What you do treasure most about your health?
I feel that I am going to be working for a long time and I need to be healthy. I really like what I do and I want to be mentally and physically alert. And not just alert but confident that I am just not a systematic person, but dynamic and doing what I need to do. 

What HIIP/STRIVE activities you have participated in over the years PSF?
I really liked Pilates and, of course, the walking club. I have participated in many of the health screenings over the years. 

You are quite a busy person, what advice do you have for associates who have trouble fitting in exercise on a daily basis?
When the temperature is not too high, I walk to and from the shuttle. As for the staff nurses, who may not be able to do so because of their 12-hour shifts, ask managers for a walk break. It’s so healthy for the head to take a few minutes to relax and get some exercise. Think of suggestions or ideas for you and your coworkers to take healthy breaks during the day and present those to your managers or coworkers. The massage therapy students used to go around and give 5 minutes massages which were wonderful for the nurses. 

Sharon, thank you so much for dedication to STRIVE as well as to the patients, associates and visitors at Penrose. It seems the health screening was an insightful experience for you and we are so glad that you walked away from the screening with an increased sense of awareness and responsibility to yourself. As your dedication to your patients never fails, you have now taken the steps to ensure you are taking care of yourself. We are so proud! –STRIVE Team

NODA

UNIQUE VOLUNTEER PROGRAM CELEBRATES SECOND YEAR OF SERVICE

July 15, 2011 marks the second anniversary of the launch of No One Dies Alone, a unique all-volunteer program in Colorado Springs modeled after a similar program in Eugene, Oregon. Earlier that year, in response to a charge from Kate McCord, Chief Nursing Officer, Ginny Vravick, Palliative Care Advanced Practice Nurse, and Theresa Gregoire, Chaplain, began the necessary steps to begin the No One Dies Alone program at Penrose-St. Francis. Not only the Mission Statement and the Core Values of Centura Health, but the words of Mother Teresa, are felt in every aspect of this experience: “No one should die alone…each human should die with the sight of a loving face.”  The purpose, therefore, of this program is to provide companionship to patients in the dying process who are truly alone, and in so doing, provide the gift of respect and dignity to another human being at the end of life.

Since its beginning, these volunteers, known as Compassionate Companions, have sat vigil with 24 patients, with the frequency growing as more and more people learn of this special program.  These Compassionate Companions are either current volunteers or staff members who are willing to give of their own personal time to touch the lives of others. A specially designed orientation program prepares each volunteer, by having fellow Compassionate Companions who have actually sat at the bedside of dying patients, prepare them for the signs and symptoms experienced during the dying process. They are also taught methods of providing emotional and spiritual support to these patients. In response to a growing need for vigils with patients in isolation, a small group of the volunteers have also been certified in Infection Control which allows them to be present with dying patients in isolation. 

If you are interested in participating as a Compassionate Companion, a new volunteer orientation will be held on October 4, 2011. Please contact Theresa Gregoire in Penrose-St. Francis Spiritual Care at 719-776-2682, Sandra Duve in the Penrose-St. Francis Volunteer Services Office at 719-776-5677, or Gary Walraven of the NODA Volunteer Council Chairman at 719-599-8732 for additional information.

Cancer Center Corner

New Associate Welcomed at Penrose Cancer Center
Penrose Cancer Center is excited to announce the addition of Cecilia Belardi-Thompson to our team beginning July 25th. Cecilia will be the lead for the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, abbreviated ARRA , grant  awarded to PCC to increase colorectal screening in the Latino community in El Paso County.  In this capacity she will work closely with the Colorado Community Network Program out of the University of Colorado, Denver.

A native Argentinean, Cecilia is fluent in both Spanish and English and is a Certified Medical Interpreter. She comes to us with 10 years experience as a health and medical professional.  In Argentina she obtained a Master’s Degree in Nutritional Sciences and was a licensed nutritionist. Since coming to the United States, she worked as an outreach coordinator and nutritionist in Frisco, California.

More recently, in Colorado Springs, Cecilia worked with the Latino American Health Network (LAHN) advocating and navigating Latin Americans through the complex medical system.  She also served as a member of the Colorado Springs Colorectal Screening Initiative and participated in Juntas, a cancer awareness outreach to Latinos sponsored by Penrose Cancer Center.

Please, join us in warmly welcoming Cecilia to Penrose Cancer Center.

From the National Cancer Institute: Toward a New Understanding of Cancers in Adolescents and Young Adults
By Dr. Brandon Hayes-Lattin

My personal motivation to improve the understanding and care of cancer among adolescents and young adults (AYAs) comes from reflection on my own diagnosis of a prototypical young adult cancer, testicular cancer, at age 28.

Having just begun my training as an academic oncologist, I found myself asking a wide range of questions: Why does testicular cancer predominantly affect young adults? Why is there a separate disease staging system in the pediatric versus the adult clinic? How does a young adult balance a cancer diagnosis with a new career and a new family?  What resources exist to support young adults during their cancer journey? How does a cancer diagnosis affect long-term survivorship?
Striving to answer these questions led me to form the Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology program in the Knight Cancer Institute at Oregon Health and Science University and to work with the Lance Armstrong Foundation's LIVESTRONG Young Adult Alliance.

More than 72,000 adolescents and young adults (ages 15 to 39) learn they have cancer each year in the United States, a number up to seven times larger than the number diagnosed under the age of 15. Cancers that are common in AYAs often are rare in the traditional adult oncology clinic—germ cell tumors, leukemias and lymphomas, melanoma, thyroid cancer, and sarcomas.

AYAs face unique medical issues. For instance, diagnosis is often delayed because physicians rarely think of a young adult as having cancer. A lack of health insurance also makes access to medical care more difficult for some patients in this age range, although the new health care law that allows children to stay on their parents' insurance until the age of 26 should help in this regard.
Sometimes AYA patients receive treatments that may not be the most effective for their cancer. For instance, recent clinical trials indicate that, in at least some cases, AYA patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) may have better outcomes when treated with pediatric, rather than adult, regimens. Young adults also face issues around the availability and timing of fertility preservation techniques and often report a sense of isolation within the traditional pediatric or adult cancer clinic setting, where they see very few other patients their own age.

Until recently, many physicians have been unaware of these issues, compounding the difficulties faced by young people with cancer. Perhaps as a result of this lack of awareness and other factors, survival rates for AYAs have stagnated in recent decades, while survival rates for young children and older adults have improved.

The report of NCI's Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology Progress Review Group, published in 2006, provided the stimulus, the legitimacy, and the framework to pursue work in AYA oncology. The report, titled "Closing the Gap: Research and Care Imperatives for Adolescents and Young Adults with Cancer," presented five key recommendations for improving outcomes:

1. Characterizing the distinguishing features of the AYA cancer burden. More research is needed on the biology of tumors in AYA patients given that, in some types of cancer, tumors appear to be different from those in children and older adults. These biological differences may require different treatment regimens to achieve the best possible outcomes. In addition, more research is needed to understand the psychosocial effects of diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship in this age group, and how intellectual, emotional, cultural, and other factors influence medical outcomes.

2. Providing education and training. Health care providers who work with AYAs must be educated about the types of cancers that occur most commonly among this age group, monitoring for late effects among survivors, and the psychosocial needs of AYA patients and survivors. Broader public and professional education campaigns are also needed to raise awareness about AYA cancers in general and risk factors in particular.

3. Creating tools to study AYA cancers. The report recommended creating a database on all AYA cancer patients, increasing the number of tissue samples available for research from this population, and expanding the number of clinical trials appropriate for and available to AYAs.

4. Ensuring excellence in care delivery. The first step toward achieving this goal is the development of standards of care for AYA patients. Once these standards have been developed, they must be disseminated to and implemented by all stakeholders in the AYA community, including researchers, health care providers, and advocates.

5. Bolstering advocacy and support. Effective support services for AYA cancer patients and survivors need to be based on an understanding of how cancer may affect their self esteem, spirituality, body image, life goals, and stage of development, among other factors.

In the 5 years since these goals were set, we have made progress in each area. Research projects have been started, tissue samples collected and analyzed, and clinical trials focused on AYAs launched. Preliminary work laying the foundation for standards of care has been completed.
In the area of awareness and education, programs and workshops for health care providers have been set up and advocacy groups are spreading the word. In the past year, LIVESTRONG has partnered with the American Society of Clinical Oncology to produce the "Focus Under Forty" educational series.

I believe that understanding "outlying" cancers such as those occurring in the AYA age range will lead to new treatments and more supportive approaches to care. We have seen examples in applying pediatric principles to the treatment of young adult ALL, characterization of and differing treatment approaches for premenopausal breast cancer, and genetic screening for early-onset colorectal cancers.

As an oncologist, a cancer researcher, and a survivor of cancer as a young adult, I am proud of the work aimed at improving outcomes for AYA patients, encouraged by the spirit of collaboration to continue seeking answers to the questions I faced, and eager to participate in these continued efforts.

Dr. Brandon Hayes-Lattin
Medical Director, AYA Oncology Program, Knight Cancer Institute,
    Oregon Health and Science University
Senior Medical Advisor, Lance Armstrong Foundation

Laughter is the best medicine

From Reader's Digest

12 Trends We'd Like to See
 "Pull up your pants," "pay it forward," and please—please!—"put shopping carts back where they belong." When we asked readers what fads they look forward to, those topped the list. But they didn't stop there: 

1. Say "You're welcome" instead of "No problem," which implies it might have been a problem. -Patricia B., Channahon, Illinois

2. A universal hand signal for poor drivers that means "Sorry, I'm an idiot."? -Laura M., St. Louis, Missouri

3. An understanding among voters that a negative political ad will disqualify that candidate. -Doug M., Tupelo, Mississippi

4. Allow pro golfers to wear shorts in PGA tournaments. -David G., Moline, Illinois

5. Subject-verb agreement. -Judy G., Atlanta, Georgia

6. More random acts of kindness. -Ken L., Discovery Bay, California

7. People getting along as well as dogs do at the dog park. -Bryant H., Huntsville, Alabama

8. Rather than focus on salary, let's focus on what one brings to society. -Jerome D., Carlisle, Pennsylvania

9. More inviting, user-friendly porches. -Dr. Bob L., Ogdensburg, New York

10. Less Facebook, more face time. Cherish the people, not their personal Internet accounts. -Mercy S., Binghamton, New York

11. People discussing topics other than sports and home renovations. Something—anything!—deeper than scores and drywall. -Gina B., Joppa, Maryland

12. I just want my cat to stop stepping on my head while I'm trying to sleep. -Eileen E., Fieldsboro, New Jersey

News Briefs

This is Rosie. She came out to the First & Main Summer Concert Series a week ago to support PSF and enjoy some of the great music. (Her owner is Ocupational Therapist Kim Lehmann.)

Strive News

Strive News August 2011

AUGUST HIKING CLUB
Join us to prepare for next month’s Pikes Peak Challenge or just for an excellent workout!

Hike Info:
- Hike will be held on Saturday, August 27th
- Meet at 7:30 am at Penrose Hospital South East corner parking lot to carpool to the trail
- Hike will begin at 8:00 am at the Barr Trail trailhead
- Approximately 5-6 miles roundtrip and elevation gain of approximately 2200 ft.
- Dogs are okay on a leash; trail is not stroller friendly
- Contact Erin Heberlein at 776-7394 thru 7/26 or (720) 985-6579 on the day of the hike
- BONUS: Those who participate are eligible to receive Code You goodies!

SMALL GROUP TRAINING
What is the #1 new trend in fitness? The answer is Small Group Training! Small Group Training offers you a chance to interface with a Personal Trainer, but differs from a group fitness class because the sessions are limited to 3-6 participants and are 30 min in duration. Also, the training is specific to each participant’s goals, and not just for general fitness purposes.  Get the benefits of personal training with the energetic mood of working in a group!  Call now to schedule your session!

The cost of each 30 minute class is $10 per participant
Please call Jenna at 776-7494 or email her at JennaFlorea@centura.org to sign up!  You must pre-register to attend and you must have gym access to participate.

GROUP FITNESS CLASSES
Penrose Hospital
Pilates: Coming in August!  Tentative dates/time
Session 1: Tuesdays, 6:10-7:00a.m. August 23rd, 30, September 12, 19, 26, October 4
St. Francis Medical Center
Tone, Tighten, and Trim S.4- Wednesdays, 12:00-12:30p.m.: August 10, 17, 24, 31
Yoga S.5-Mondays 5-6:15p.m.: August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, September 12 (Skip September 5)
 
GYM ORIENTATIONS
There is no need to sign up for the gym orientation, you just need to simply show up.  To view the full 2011 schedule, please sign in to www.healthcalc.net/penrose and click on Gym Orientation Schedule.  Please call 776-7494 for questions.
August 2011 Gym Orientations
 Tuesday, August 9th :  4:00p.m. at Penrose Main
 Thursday, August 25th : 4:15 p.m. at St. Francis Medical Center.
 Thursday, August 25th: 11:30 a.m. at Penrose Main

MASSAGES
Looking for a $10 hour long massage?  Here’s your chance!  There are still August massages left!  Please call Jenna at 776-7494 or email her JennaFlorea@Centura.org.

WALKING CLUBS
PH Walking Club: Every Thursday at 7:15-7:50 a.m. outside of valet.
Contact Erin Heberlein x7394
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: through September, 2011

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.

New Phone Number (719) 776-7983
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday

All Wellness classes held at Penrose Health Learning Center, 1644 Medical Center Point (Union and Templeton Gap) unless otherwise noted. All Birthing/Parenting classes held at the new St. Francis Medical Center, unless otherwise noted.

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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
August 2 through 23
September 6 through 27

5:00 – 6:00 pm
  
Cost:       $30.00 / 4-week session  
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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 2 through 25
September 6 through 29

9:00 – 10:00 am

Cost:       $40.00 / 4-week session 
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NEW! Maneuvering the Menu - Eat Right! In our crazy busy lives it is easier said than done, right! Michelle Somers, RD will share tips on maneuvering the menu. Learn what key words to look for on a menu to help you get fueled up but not fattened up!

Date/Time: Thursday
  August 18th

5:30 – 6:30 pm  

Cost:  $25.00
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Pilates at the HLC – Pilates is a body conditioning routine that helps to build strength, flexibility, endurance and coordination.  Pilates improves mental and physical well-being through controlled movements, increases circulation, and strengthens the core.  This is a mat class.

Date/Time: Wednesdays
August 10 through 31
September 7 through 28

5:00 – 6:00 pm
  
Cost:  $30.00
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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 776-4780 to schedule your intake to initiate your membership
    
Cost:  $46.00 / month
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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 776-4780 to schedule your appointment
    
  Cost:  $50.00
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YogaStretch – YogaStretch will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses.  Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement.  Restorative breathing exercises and a final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity.

Date/Time: Mondays
August 1 through 22
August 29 through September 26 (skip September 5)

9:00 – 10:00 am  

Cost:  $30.00 / 4 week session
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Aquatics Classes – The Penrose Health Learning Center in cooperation with Colorado Sports and Spine. A structured class 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   M/F  M/W  T/Th
    10:30 – 11:30 am  12:30-1:30 pm 5:00-6:00 pm 8:30-9:30 am
    11:30 – 12:30 pm      11:30-12:30 pm
           12:30-1:30 pm
  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, Bistro Beef & Cheddar Panini, Beef Chimichanga,
Jalapeño Poppers, Chicken Fajita's, Santa Fe Egg Rolls, Cinnamon Churros.

WEDNESDAY
Breakfast
Fruit Topped Pancakes, Sausage Gravy & Biscuits, 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, Breakfast Burrito, Green Chili ,Shredded Hash Brown
Lunch
Jalapeño  Poppers, Vietnamese "Pho" Noodle Bowl, Pork Chop Apricot Sauce,
White Wine Salmon, Mile High Panini, Baked Potato Bar, Pistachio Cake.

FRIDAY
Breakfast
Bagel Breakfast Sandwich, Green Chili Omelet, Sausage/Biscuit, 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.