C.A.R.E. is coming!

All three of the light switches are on in the Centura Associates Reward for Excellence program, also known as C.A.R.E.,

So what does that mean? 

You will have to stay tuned for more details.
(Hint - check your email on Tuesday...)

Trauma Connected

You probably started to see the look of Centura Connected segue into the first System of Care campaign for trauma and emergency services. It’s the next chapter of the Centura Health story, and a primary differentiator in what sets us apart when it comes to connecting Coloradans to preventive and life-saving care. The campaign is designed to build awareness and credibility for Centura Health as Colorado’s largest trauma care provider and for our own entity to demonstrate our breadth and depth of services as trauma leaders in our communities and service areas. Similar to the launch of the Connected campaign, you may hear Centura on the radio, see ads in print or on billboards, as well as online and in social media and in news stories.

Although this campaign is designed to convey the strength of our network, it’s rooted in prevention – the best trauma care of all – and Centura Health’s commitment to providing our communities and our clinical partners with ongoing education. The work we’re doing continues to support a proactive approach to the health and wellbeing of Coloradans. And together, with our associates, physicians and EMS partners, it’s about achieving optimum patient outcomes through access to expertise and personalized care when and where it’s needed most.

JDRF

When an 11-year-old girl was admitted to the pediatrics department at SFMC earlier this year with a first-time diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes, she couldn’t have been in better hands.  Her nurse, Stephanie Kallemeyn, also has Type 1 diabetes and, coincidentally, was also diagnosed at age 11.
“I enjoy taking care of children who have recently been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes,” said Stephanie. “I hope that I can show them that this is something that you can live a normal, productive life with.”

As a child, Stephanie had multiple visits with her pediatric diabetes educator. She decided that is what she wanted to be when she grew up. Nursing school opened her eyes to the possibility of being a pediatric nurse. “I still might be a diabetes educator at some point later in my career,” said Stephanie. 

Stephanie feels blessed to have an insulin pump. While she still has to check her blood sugar multiple times a day, her monitor and pump “talk” to each other, taking away a lot of the food calculations that a diabetic without a pump must do.

“I am lucky to be able to live a pretty normal life,” said Stephanie. “Since I was diagnosed so young, this is just how life is so I really don’t feel different.”

Wear your jeans on Friday, August 26 for a $5 donation to JDRF. If you would like to make a contribution but can’t participate by wearing a pair of jeans, join us for a $5 barbeque on the same day at Penrose Hospital from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. in the Vendor parking lot. 

There will also be an opportunity to sign up for the walk. 

SFMC 100th Case

The staff and surgeons at SFMC celebrated the 100th robotics case at SFMC last week.

Left to right: Kelly Campbell, robotic coordinator, Dr. Gary Bong, urologist and our "founding" robotic surgeon at SFMC who has also completed the largest number of cases with the robot at SFMC thus far, Kelly Ledbetter, Manager of OR and Perioperative Services for SFMC.

Pikes Peak Challenge

Climbing a mountain is grueling enough work for someone with full bodily mobility, but Dr. Glen House, a C7 quadriplegic since the age of 20, plans to climb famous Pikes Peak in a wheel chair. He will do so to raise money for BIAC (Brain Injury Alliance of Colorado) and Think First.

Dr. House is the Medical Director of the Center for Neuro & Trauma Rehabilitation at Penrose Hospital and host of his own radio Talk Show geared to the disabled community ("Dr. House: Living With and Beyond Disability") heard on www.HealthRadio.net. He was an avid body builder and extreme skier before breaking his neck and injuring his back 21 years ago.

Dr. House will attempt to make the 13-mile climb all the way to the summit of Pikes Peak on Saturday, September 10, 2011 utilizing the wheel chair technology provided by eMotion Wheels.

Penrose-St. Francis is a Bronze level sponsor of the Pikes Peak Challenge. Our team “Penrose on the Peak” is looking for interested hikers to join Dr. House and the rest of our team! For more information, please go online to PikesPeakChallenge.com or contact Kerri Tremaroli at 776-2088. There will only be a total of 450 hikers taking the challenge and registration slots go quickly, so please register today under the Penrose team name if you are interested.

A Difficutl Time to Quit Smoking

When a smoker has been diagnosed with cancer or any other diagnosis, quitting smoking can be extremely difficult due to the stress of the diagnosis. Smoking typically has been used as a stress management tool, and patients may be reluctant to give up this coping strategy. 

It’s important for patients to understand that quitting smoking is in their best interest to achieve a better outcome with regard to surgery and treatment. Quitting smoking will allow the body to heal and respond to treatment better. Risks of respiratory failure and pneumonia are lowered.  The risk of developing a second cancer or the same cancer returning is also lowered when someone quits smoking. However, patients who are older or who are diagnosed with an advanced stage of cancer may not see the point of quitting smoking, expressing the view, “I’ve smoked all my life, what’s the point of quitting now?”  But research shows that even those who are age 60 and older still can extend their life if they quit smoking. 

Research has shown that quitting smoking can be more difficult than withdrawing from heroin and cocaine. Many times people call smoking a bad habit and expect people to just quit smoking, but the addiction to nicotine is very real and a person needs to really want to quit for themselves.  Because it is so hard, Penrose Cancer Center provides a variety of services to help patients and their loved ones with the difficult task ahead.

Penrose Cancer Center offers a four-week education program, Fresh Start, to assist people to stop smoking as well as one hour-long workshop each month. There is no charge for smoking cessation services, which are open to Penrose Hospital and Cancer Center patients, families, staff and the community at large.

For dates, times and location of the Fresh Start class or monthly workshops, or for individual counseling related to quitting smoking (available to patients/families of Centura), please contact smoking cessation counselor, Emmele Nicholas, LSW, at 776-6048 or email emmelenicholas@centura.org .

Komen Race for the Cure

Join Team Penrose and show your support for the Komen Race for the Cure! The actual event will be Sunday Sept 11th at Garden of the Gods Park. You can go online at Komensecolorado.org and Join Team Penrose. You can Run for Cure, Walk for the Cure or Sleep for the Cure. Registration is $30 this year. 

On Friday Sept 9th, we will have our annual Root Beer Float Sale. For only $2, you can purchase a yummy Root Beer Float in a fun pink cup! Onsite registration for the Race will be available that dayfor your convenience. Sept. 9th will also be a JEANS day. Simply pay $5 and wear jeans all day in support of the Race.

Nursing Grand Rounds

Nursing Grand Rounds: The Pregnant Patient in the Critical Care Unit
Have you ever had a patient that you felt REALLY didn’t belong on your unit? Imagine being a Critical Care Nurse taking care of a pregnant patient or an OB Nurse taking care of a patient on a ventilator. This situation can and does occasionally happen in our hospital. Come hear the story of the co-management of a pregnant patient in the Critical Care Unit at SFMC. The teamwork was phenomenal and the outcome was better than any of us had hoped for.

September 14th, 2011
1200-1300
SFMC Conference Rm 2
Lunch and Education Credit
Questions? Call Candace Garko at 13342

Pelvic Health Solutions

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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 few old couples used to get together to talk about life and to have a good time.One day one of the men, Harry, started talking about this fantastic restaurant he went to the other night with his wife. 

“Really?”, one of the men said, what’s it called? 

After thinking for a few seconds the Harry said, “what are those good smelling flowers called again?” 

“Do you mean a rose? the first man questioned. 

“Yes that’s it,” he exclaimed. 

Looking over at his wife he said, “Rose what’s that restaurant we went to the other night?”

News Briefs

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Strive News

Strive News, August 21-28 

COLORADO SPRINGS 5K WALK TO CURE DIABETES
America the Beautiful Park
Saturday Sept. 10, 2011 at 9 am

Join a PSF JDRF Walk team, to show your support and do your part in finding a cure for this costly and debilitating disease.
Join STRIVE’s JDRF Team!
It’s easy, here’s how:
1. Visit http://www.jdrf.org/ and under the “Get Active” heading, click on “Walk to Cure Diabetes”
2. Under the “Register for a Walk Now,” heading, choose Colorado and click “Find Walk”
3. Click “Colorado Springs,” and then click “Register for this Walk.”
4. Click “Join a Team,”
5. In the “Team Name” box, search for “PSF.” All PSF team captains will be listed, and please join the “PSF- STRIVE- Erin” team ? (or any other PSF team).
6. Proceed to register with your options, contact info, and waiver, until your registration is complete.
7. Welcome to the TEAM! We will see you at the walk! 

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
Please call Laura Ryan at 776-7393 for registration questions.
Penrose Main

Pilates***New Class!!

A fun and energizing mat workout that is designed to improve postures, create long, lean muscles, and build strength and flexibility. In this class the teacher will present the exercises at multiple levels which allows students of all levels to participate. Students will learn to be aware of breathing patterns and spinal alignment while engaging the deep muscles of the core.
Session 1: Tuesdays, 6:10-7:00a.m. August 23, 30, September 6, 13, 20, 27
Please call Laura Ryan for more details 776-7393

St. Francis Medical Center

Cardio Jam ***New Class!!!
Join Nicole Miller, ACE certified personal trainer, group fitness instructor, and Zumba instructor,  as she leads you through a fun and energizing cardio dance workout that won’t feel like work at all! This workout will get your spirit up and turn your body into a calorie burning machine!  You will love how this workout makes you feel!  All fitness levels welcome!
Session 1: Tuesdays, 4:15-5:05pm, August 16, 23, 30, September 6

 
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
 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!  The August calendar is full, but the September calendar will be available August 22nd.  Please call Laura at 776-7393 or email her LauraRyan@Centura.Org for more information.

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
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
September 6 through 29

9:00 – 10:00 am

Cost:       $40.00 / 4-week session 
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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
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 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 & Biscuit, 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, 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 Cheese 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.