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F 2008
Childrens feature: Three keys to a successful school year
Simplify your life with assisted living
Physician assistants, nurse practitioners provide quality patient care
Hh here.
Hh now.
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Fall is right around the corneras the warmafternoons turn into cool evenings and the leaveson the trees turn from a rich green to blazing oranges
and yellows. Im reminded of a saying that makes
more sense to me every year: Time seems to y by
more quickly as we age. As the mother of three, I see
those quickly changing times reected in my children.
As they have moved from infant to toddler to
school-aged children and teens, the changes appear to
happen overnight.
So were committed, as a family, to make the most of
each day. And we know that includes making healthy
choices. This issue ofHealthy Connections is a valuable resource for parents with
children of all ages. Our features include an announcement about our second year
of theHealthy Kids Club (p. 3), an article about a teen-aged athletes recovery
from a football injury (p. 6), and the benets of regular check-ups for youngsters
(p. 7). Of course, our families also include our older relatives, and youll enjoy the
interview with 90-year-old Ruth Golish (p. 10). She moved to Watkins Manor, our
assisted living facility for independent seniors, a year ago and is glad she did.
Whether an independent senior or a school-aged child, Winona Health has the
healthcare services to address your needs. On both the national and local scenes
those healthcare needs are often met by non-physician providersincluding nurse
practitioners and physician assistants. The article on p. 4 introduces you to our 14non-physician providers. We are fortunate to have many clinical experts in our
organization; as we grow and change to meet our communitys evolving needs,
these clinicians play an increasingly important role.
I can tell you from personal experience that our nurse practitioners and physician
assistants provide quality healthcare services. Whether you, your children or your
parents need an appointment for a general physical or for a specic incident, we
hope youll consider using Winona Health services.
Making the most of each daywhether in summer, fall, winter or springincludesnding a provider to partner with you to take care of your and your familys
healthcare needs. Our providers enjoy being and look forward to becoming your
healthcare partners through all the stages of your life.
Rachelle H. Schultz
President/CEO
Making the most of each day
Healthy Connections is published by
Winona Health to provide you with
nformation about health, wellness
and the many healthcare resources
available to you, close to home.Sending youHealthy Connections
s just one example of how were
working to fulfill our mission of
mproving the health and well-being
of our family, friends and neighbors.
We welcome your questions,
suggestions or comments about
Winona Health and this publication
Please visit winonahealth.organd
click on Contact Us or call Winona
Health Communications/Marketing
at 507.457.4374.f you no longer wish to receive
Healthy Connections, please call
507.457.4374 or send an e-mail,
noting your address as it appears
on the back of the publication, to
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Rch H. SchzPresident/CEO
n this issue...
2 Making the most of each day
3 Healthy Kids Club ready to kick
off year two!
4 Physician assistants, nurse
practitioners provide quality
patient care
6 Best care leads to anticipated
return
7 Healthy starts here: Supporting
parents; caring for kids
8 Healthy starts now: Three keys to
a successful school year10 Thinking about simplifying?
Assisted living could be your best
move
12 Foundation & Auxiliary news
15 Winona Health news & notes
16 Upcoming classes & events
On the cover: Collin, 1, Izaac, 13, and
Brynn, 3, enjoy the health benefits of
taying active.
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Healthy Kids Club began inOctober 2007 with the goalof encouraging grade-school-aged
children to make healthy choices. In
its rst year, it served more than 500children at its special events, and
thanks to funding from the Winona
Health Foundation, provided 693 free
Wellness Journals to area children.
Year two ofHealthy Kids Club kicks
off Saturday, September 27. And were
expecting it to be even bigger and
better this year!
The feedback weve received during
our rst year from children and adults
who participated inHealthy Kids Club
was very positive. Weve taken that
feedback and used it to enhance our
programming this year, said Jennifer Olson, Winona
Health community relations coordinator.
But our goal for the program remains the same
teaching children the importance of making gooddecisions and developing healthy lifestyle habits, noted
Olson. WhetherHealthy Kids Club teaches kids to
eat better, get outdoors to be more active or helps them
develop self-esteem, its making a positive difference in
their lives.
All children ages 6 to 11, accompanied by an adult, are
invited to attend this years kick-off event at the Winona
Middle School. (See box below.) Participants will visit
fun informational booths, take part in healthy activities,
have a chance to win prizes and enjoy the Ironman
inatable obstacle course. Children attending this kick-off
event may pick up a Wellness Journalwhen they register.
In addition, all fourth grade students in area schools will
receive aJournalthis year.
Healthy Kids Club is a wonderful way to engage
not only our children but also our families in building
a healthy community, said Susan Roehrich, retired
curriculum director, Winona Area Public Schools.
Added Olson, Healthy kids have better self condence
and do better in school. With the help of our community
partners, we are excited to be offering this program
for the second year to continue making a difference to
children in our community.
Calling all 6 to 11yearolds for the second annual Healthy Kids Clubkick-off event!
Saturday, September 27 9 a.m.noonWinona Middle School 1570 Homer Road Winona, MN
The event is freeand children must be accompanied by an adult.
Healthy Kids Club ready to kick off year two!
Sign up for the Healthy Kids Club e-news list!To receive notication ofHealthy Kids Club events via e-mail, sign up for freeHKCe-mails at winonahealth.org/HKC.
Fun and FitneSS witH tHe FamilyParticipants in the Step into Summerevent
enjoyed some amily time while engaging in healthy activities including a un walk
around Lake Winona, inatable obstacle courses, casting stations and more!
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N
ationwide, more patients
are receiving care fromphysician assistants (PA) and
nurse practitioners (NP) for their
healthcare needs. Locally, PAs and
NPs also are playing a growing role
in patient care.
More than 250,000 PAs and
NPs practice in the U.S., with
14 providing services in Winona
Healths primary care and specialtyclinics, as well as in its Emergency
Department.
These non-physician providers work
in partnership with a supervising
physician to form a healthcare team
to benet patients. We have a very
collaborative relationship with our
physicians, Tara Suffrins, CNP,
said. While we manage our own
patients, we use the physicians for
consults or referrals. This allows us
to excel and provide the best care for
our patients.
Added Aaron Schilling, PA-C, Seeing a physician
assistant or nurse practitioner offers increased access for
patients and a high standard of care, expanding the reach
of the physician as well. We are able to provide care to a
larger volume of patients by using a team approach.
Schilling works side-by-side with orthopaedic surgeon
Tim Gabrielsen, MD, at Winona Health Sports and
Orthopaedic Specialists. Their relationship is built
upon trust and teamworkgiving Schilling the
independence to provide quality care to patients, consult
with Gabrielsen when appropriate and assist on many
surgeries.
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Physician assistants are educated in the medical model
sharing many of the core classes as physicians. Nurse
practitioners are registered nurses who have completed
a higher degree of education, such as a masters or
doctorate. These non-physician providers role often
emphasizes patient education on preventative care and
advising patients on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, along
with diagnosis and treatment of medical problems.
Suffrins is a Winona native and a third-generation nurse
working at the Winona Clinics Center for Womens
Health. Providing care for women of all ages, Suffrins
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Physician assistants, nurse practitioners
provide quality patient care
Full Range oF CaReJoy Stevens, PA-C, visits with one o her young patients at
the Rushord Clinic. Physician assistants can ully care or patients, calling on supervising
physicians or consultations and reerrals when necessary.
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role often involves generalized counseling for all aspects
of womens health. As a nurse practitioner, I am able to
provide my patients with education and build more time
into visits in order to create relationships with them,
Suffrins said. I focus on a holistic approachonce a
nurse, always a nurse!
Because of their collaborative role with the physicians,physician assistants and nurse practitioners time can be
more exible to the patients needs. Schilling often will
stay longer with patients after they have completed their
appointment with Dr. Gabrielsen to answer any additional
questions. I will review patients tests with them and
correlate what were seeing with a model to help them
have a more thorough understanding of their condition,
Schilling said.
This exibility allows for patients and providers to
develop trusting relationships. Joy Stevens, PA-C,
provides care at the Rushford Clinic and enjoys that extratime with her patients. I love interacting with patients,
especially here in Rushford. Stevens said. I get to know
my patients, the families and nearly everyone in town.
Joy Stevens, PA-C Traci J. Morken, CNP
Ann F. Olson, CNP
Ann Marie Olsen, CNP
Howard Gorder, PA-C
Lisa J. Nutter, FNP-C
Holly J. Fratzke, CNP
Donna J. Kamann, CNP Christina Nitti Velasquez, NP
Tara Sufrins, CNP
Susan Smith, FNPAmy Christianson, NP
Aaron Schilling, PA-C
Joel Stevens, PA-C
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Physician assistants and nurse practitioners work in the Winona Health Physician Clinics and departments listed. For
more information on these providers, visit winonahealth.organd click onFind a Provider.
Family Practice
Womens HealtH
internal medicine
ortHoPaedics
emergency med Urgent care
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PAs and NPs responsibilities
include, but are not limited to:
managing overall patient care
diagnosing and treating acute
and chronic diseases
performing physical exams
ordering and interpreting
diagnostic test results
developing and monitoring
treatment plans
educating on preventative care
and healthy lifestyles
prescribing medication
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Brandon Boynton, a freshman at Cochrane-FountainCity (C-FC) High School, is very excited for his2008 football season. Last fall, he tore his anterior
cruciate ligament (ACL) during a pre-season scrimmagewhen an athlete from the opposing team dove helmet-rst
into the front of Brandons locked right kneebringing
his season to an early end.
Brandons mom, Lana, relied on close friends to
recommend care for the injury. Lana contacted Winona
States head football coach Tom Sawyer, her former
physical education teacher when she attended C-FC, for
advice. Sawyer recommended his own teams physician,
Richard Romeyn, MD, from Winona Health Sports
& Orthopaedic Specialists. Lana received the same
recommendation from another C-FC family as well.
As a mom, I wanted the best care for my son, Lana
said. Coach Sawyer said he trusted Dr. Romeyn as the
best in the area, so we trusted him as well.
In October, Brandon underwent extensive ACL surgery
at Community Memorial Hospital where Dr. Romeyn
had to use part of Brandons own hamstring to replace
the completely torn ligament. After nine months of
rehabilitation, Brandon claims to have 99% of his
strength back in the knee, with only minor range-of-
motion limitations still lingering.
In order for patients to do
well, every member of the
team needs to do his or her
part, Dr. Romeyn said.
Brandon has certainly
done everything we asked
him to do; he has done
exceedingly well.
This summer, Brandon found himself healthy enough
to be competitive with upperclassmen at a strength and
agility camp at C-FC. Although he plans to wear his knee
brace for this football season to assist in mobility, hehopes that by next year he wont need it at all.
For now, he is just eager to get back to work at what he
loves. After giving it my all during summer training, I
have my condence back, Brandon said. I am excited to
get back out there to compete and start hitting again.
Best care leads to anticipated returnArea athlete is ready to get back on the eld ater a year o recovery
gReat antiCipation
Brandon Boynton, 15, is
anxious to return to ootball
at Cochrane-Fountain City
High School.
Steps for injury prevention
While it may seem that you have no control
over whether an injury occurs, there are
recommended steps an athlete can take to help prevent
them. A great way to start is by scheduling yearly
physicals with a qualied medical professional.
Winona Health Certied Athletic Trainer, Judi Tekautz,
identies three areas that can aid in injury prevention:
Technique: It is important for athletes to learn and
practice the proper technique and mechanics of their
sport in order to play the game safely. Improper
technique can put an athletes health and safety at risk.
Preparation: Athletes should begin conditioning
including weight trainingeight weeks prior to the
start of a season. This will help the body acclimate
itself to the conditions it will experience once the
season begins. Preparation should include simulating
the actual environment as much as possible.
Safety: Athletes should always wear and use athletic
equipment properly to help prevent injuries. Using the
wrong, or improperly tted, equipment can increase
the risk of injury.
Do not ignore injury warning signs. Athletes should
consult with a physician when pain or injury keeps
them from performing at 100%. For more resources
available to athletes visit winonahealth.org/sports.
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Healthy starts here:Supporting parents; caring for kids
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From performing well-child exams to providing
expert care on a variety of issues, having healthcare
providers close to home is benecial to parents.
Jen, mother of Izaac, 13, Brynn, 3, and Collin, 1,
appreciates having a variety of local healthcare providers
who have gotten to know her children. She said, I love
the pediatric nursing staff. They know us when we come
in, and now they know me when I call with questions. Dr.
[Joan] Krueger [pediatrician] has really gotten to know
our children. Shes always open to our questions, and its
obvious that she really cares.
Well-child visits can be as much for parents as they are
for children. We encourage parents to bring a list of
questions or concerns to discuss during well-child check
ups, noted Winona Health pediatrician Craig Anderson,
MD. And if you know your child will need a school
physical in the near future, you can bring in those forms
and have that taken care of at the same time.
While well-child visits are a good time to check on your
childs overall health and development, Dr. Anderson
advises not waiting for your next well child exam
to address chronic issues, such as frequent stomach
aches, headaches and learning or behavior problems.
For chronic issues, I recommend scheduling a visit to
specically address those concerns, and we can set aside a
little longer visit to focus on that issue.
Having a healthcare provider close to home increases
peace of mind for many parents. The staff here is caring
and responsive, said Sarah, mother of Caitlin, 4, and
Patrick, 15 months. Even when Ive had questions
on weekends or after hours, theyve gotten back to me
promptly, and its usually easy to get in to see someone.
To schedule a visit with a Family Practice or Pediatrics
provider, contact Lewiston (507.523.2127), Rushford
(507.864.7726) or Winona (507.454.3680) Clinics.
eaSy aCCeSS to CaReSarah Curtin, mother o Caitlin, 4, and Patrick, 15 months, appreciates the availability and responsiveness
o the staf at Winona Clinics Pediatric/Adolescent Medicine. Here Craig Anderson, MD, assesses Patricks overall health.
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School supplies have beenpurchased, emergency medicalforms have been completed and
locker combinations and class
schedules have been memorizeda
new school year is underway.
Remembering a few key factors can
help ensure your children have the
basics for making it a successful year
of learning and growing.
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Craig Anderson, MD, a Winona
Health pediatrician, noted, A healthy
breakfast helps prevent children (and
adults) from getting restless and tired.
And because kids who eat breakfast
have more energy and are better able
to concentrate in class, it follows that
generally theyll do better in school.
He said the best breakfast choices include complex
carbohydrates such as oatmeal, whole-grain breads,
bagels and cereal, low-fat yogurt or milk, and protein
including eggs or lean meat. Complex carbohydrates
and proteins stay with you longer. And because they take
longer to metabolize, you wont have a mid-morningdip in blood sugar that causes drowsiness, increased
irritability and sometimes headaches.
Dr. Anderson recommends limiting simple sugars, such
as corn syrup, dextrose and fructose, which cause blood
sugar to quickly and temporarily rise then drop. Keep
healthy, easy-to-prepare options on hand so that when in a
hurry, your child will nd a nutritious breakfast.
In addition to eating nutritious foods, Dr. Anderson
recommends making time for healthy family meals.
Eating together has a positive impact on emotional
health. It provides time to talk about school and other
issues that are important to your child.
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An active child enjoys many benets, including having
stronger muscles and bones. But the benets of exercise
go beyond looking and feeling t.
In addition to lowering blood pressure, cholesterol levels
and decreasing the risk of developing type 2 diabetes,
active children are better able to cope with everyday
make it Fun!Brynn, 3, Izaac, 13, and Collin, 1, enjoy playing outdoors. Activitydoesnt have to eel like exercise. Any time spent being active throughout the day
adds up to improved concentration, higher quality sleep and better health.
Healthy starts now:Three keys to a successful school yearA healthy combination oFood, activity and rest will take your child Far
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challengesincluding paying attention in class, said Dr. Anderson.
Although the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
recommends that children get at least 60 minutes of moderate to
vigorous exercise on most days, Dr. Anderson emphasizes, The
minutes dont have to be consecutive. Rather than focusing on how
much time children should be active, focus instead on doing activitiesyour children enjoy.
Activities that you can do socially or independently can incorporate
endurance, strength and exibilityincluding normal childhood
activities like playing tag and playing on the playground. Dr. Anderson
advises, Make it fun and teach your child activities that theyll be able
to enjoy throughout their lives.
Another benet to being active is that it will help children fall asleep
and improve their quality of sleep. Dr. Anderson noted, If kids spend
time actively playing after school and/or after dinner, then have a
regular bedtime routine, such as taking a bath and having reading time,
it will improve their ability to get a good nights sleep. And rest is
another key factor to good health.
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Everybody needs restespecially growing children. Like having a
healthy breakfast, getting enough rest enhances childrens ability to pay
attention in class and get more out of their lessons, said Dr. Anderson.
He points out that while there are some guidelines for how much rest is
enough (about 10 to 12 hours for preschoolers; 10 hours for 69 year
olds; 9 hours for 1012 year olds; and 8 to 9-1/2 hours for teens), it
may vary signicantly from child to child, just as it does for adults.
Establishing regular sleeping hours is benecial, as irregular sleep
patterns can make quality sleep more difcult. Lack of sleep can cause
moodiness and irritability and makes it more difcult to concentrate.
Sleep deprivation also can lead to decreased short-term memory.
Its important to ensure that children have adequate time for homework,
play and rest. Watch for signs that your child is overloaded: increased
moodiness or feeling overwhelmed are signs that you may need to scale
back on your childs schedule.
One of the benets to making sure your children get the right
combination of healthy food, activity and rest is that it helps us parents
remember that we should be good role models, said Dr. Anderson.
And that helps us stay healthy, too.
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Sometimes its obvious when childrenshould be kept home for the day, eithbecause their symptoms are severe or
because of school or daycare guidelines.But what if its not that clear?
It often comes down to parents knowing
their child and using their best judgment,
said Christina Nitti Velasquez, CNP, in
Winona Clinics Family Practice Departm
Sometimes we dont give our children
ourselvestime to rest when sick. If your
childs energy level is down and you think
theyll have a hard time focusing in class,
probably best to keep them home to rest a
get plenty of uids.
When we allow time for rest, she
continued, we recuperate faster and it he
the immune system get the body back to
good health. And, if you suspect strep or a
highly contagious illness, its best to keep
them home.
Nitti Velasquez recommends a clinic visit
if they have a severe sore throat, especiall
if accompanied by a fever, aches and
upset stomach without other typical cold
symptoms. Call about getting a strep test
If its strep, we can prescribe medication t
make them comfortable and get them back
good health.
To go or not to go
Staying HealtHyCaitlin Curtin, 4, gets he
ears examined by Christina Nitti Velasquez, CN
Caitlin said, I have un with her.
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Thinking about simplifying?
Assisted living could be your best move
After raising her ve daughters and four sons ona farm near Altura and then living in an Alturaapartment for several years, Ruth Golish decided shed
benet from simplifying her daily tasks and enjoying the
amenities available in an assisted living community.
And now, after her rst year of living at Watkins Manor
in Winona, Ruth said, I wouldnt have it any other way.
The food is great, and I dont have to grocery shop, cook
or wash dishes any morethats nice!
Of course leaving your homewhether its a house with
a yard, an apartment or a condo and whether youve livedthere ve years or 50can be a difcult decision.
Difcult decisions are best made when you dont have to
be in a hurry to make them, noted Bunny Bennick, RN,
Winona Senior Services community liaison. Moving to
a new home at any stage of life is a big step and can be
stressful. Taking the time to research your options helps
to ensure youll make a decision youll be happy with.
Ruth agreed. I checked out all my options and visited
other places, she noted. And the minute I opened the
door, I said This is it.
Many factors can weigh into the decision about where
to call home. Ruth said that for her it came down to
one thing: atmosphere. She explained, Everybody is
happy here; the residents and the staff. No one is gloomy.
There is a great mix of people teachers, people who
have worked in banks, people who have worked in their
homes they all add to the wonderful atmosphere.
When asked if shes made new friends since she moved
in, Ruth exclaimed, Friends here? I love it! I consider
them all my friends and I have some really good ones.
Among the other benets of living at Watkins Manor,
Ruth counts the variety of activities available: Band
concerts by the lake, plays, a church potluck, shopping
trips and games including cards and Scrabble. Were
close to everything thats available, and the activities
director [Nola Skappel] really knows whats whatshes
really good. Every week there are many activities to
choose from.
Ruth notes that theres also a gift shop with reasonable
prices, an errand service, vegetable and ower gardens for
those who enjoy gardening, and even exercise classes for
those who are interested.
I checked out all my options and visited
other places. And the minute I opened the
door, I said This is it.
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dayS Full oF aCtivityIn addition to many social
activities, Ruth Golish enjoys knitting caps or her grandchildren
in her comortable Watkins Manor apartment.
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Ruth acknowledges that leaving home can be hard, but
she added, This is just so much easier. And as far as
advice shed give to others considering such a move?
Id have them come and spend the day hereand for
goodness sake, taste the food!
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Our goal is to provide a beautiful, enjoyableatmosphere for active seniors who valuetheir privacy and independenceand for those who
will benet from help with daily activities or medical
issues, noted Bunny Bennick, Winona Senior
Services Community liaison. Similar to when people
are looking for any new home, different things appeal
to different people.
When considering assisted living options for yourself
or a family member, Bennick recommends making a
list of the features most important to you and asking
lots of questions. For example:
Do you like the location and the outward appearance
of the residence?
Are the buildings and grounds attractive,
comfortable and appropriate for your needs?
If youre interested in assistance with medical
issues, what kind of training does the staff have and
during what hours are they available? (For example,
Watkins Manor has Licensed Practical Nurses on
site from 7 a.m. until 10 p.m. with Registered Nursesupervisors available 24/7.)
What services and amenities are available? (Such
as help with personal daily activities, laundry,
cleaning, social and recreational activities,
transportation, access to common rooms)
What is included in the monthly price? (Such as
meals, telephone, cable, individually controlled air
conditioning and heating, appliances, housekeeping,scheduled transportation)
Do you like the overall atmosphere and do the staff
and other residents seem happy and friendly?
If possible, take your time and visit more than once.
To schedule a tour of Watkins Manor or to receive
free information about choosing an assisted living
community, contact Bunny Bennick at 507.494.7493.
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A piece of history
Paul Watkins, nephew of JR Watkins, moved toWinona in 1892 to help with the Watkins business.Paul, then 28, was a successful businessman in Columbus,
Ohio, with his wife Florence and four children
Roderick, Joseph, Florence and William.
When Paul and Florence moved to Winona they rst lived
in a house to the west of Watkins Manor. Constructionbegan on their home on Wabasha Street, now part of
Watkins Manor, in 1924. Completed in 1927, the home
was admired for its beauty and detail. The Great Hall
houses one of the largest Aeolian organs with 6,000 pipes
ranging in size from smaller than a lead pencil to 20-inch
square wooden pipes.
Paul Watkins lived only four years after moving into the
familys new home. He died Christmas Eve morning in
1931. Heirs of the Watkins family gave the home to theMethodist Church who built a nursing home addition.
After Winona Health purchased the home in 1999, the
nursing home was totally renovated into assisted living
apartmentsleaving the Watkins mansion in its original
historic state.
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Foundation & auxiliaRy newS
MediAppS receives Foundation grant
I
n March, the Winona Health Foundation awarded
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Winona a $12,000
Community Engagement Grant to help continue the
agencys Medication Application Service (MediAppS).
Funding for the MediAppS program was unexpectedly
cut in the fall of 2007, creating the need for community
support and donations. The Winona Health Foundation
responded to this need by providing assistance to
Catholic Charities.
Funding from Winona Health came at a critical juncture
for MediAppS, and the Winona Health Foundation really
helped to keep the program going, said Bob Tereba,
Executive Director of Catholic Charities.
The mission of MediAppS is to improve the health and
well-being of low income, uninsured individuals living
in the Winona area by helping them obtain needed
prescription medications that they cannot afford. These
medications are increasingly important in treating chronic
diseases. Not only can these medications lengthen life,
but they also promote a higher quality of life.
The MediAppS program meets a critical need in our
community, said Nancy Brown, Winona Healths
executive director of development. The reality is that if
it werent for this program, these individuals would not be
getting the medications they need.
MediAppS began operating in Winona in the summer of
2003. The program has seen steady growth over the past
ve years. Figures from October 2006 to September 2007
show a total of 534 prescriptions distributed among 57
uninsured persons.
MediAppS works with pharmaceutical companies who
offer patient assistance programs to make medications
available for free or at a reduced cost to individuals who
struggle nancially. Sheila Collom, Catholic Charities
MediAppS coordinator, thoroughly evaluates each
situation and determines which applications and claims
need to be led to receive the necessary assistance. Once
an individual qualies, MediAppS then works closely
with the persons physicians and care facility to help them
secure the prescriptions they need.
The MediAppS program is available to any uninsured
person who requires prescription medications which
exceed their nancial ability. Catholic Charities servesall people, regardless of race, sex, age or faith tradition.
Anyone who sees MediAppS as a possible solution for
their prescription needs is encouraged to call Collom at
507.454.2270.
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Each year the Winona Health Foundation awards up
to $50,000 through Community Engagement Grants.
Applications for the next grant cycle are being accepted
through December 31, 2008. Criteria and applications
for these grants are available at the Winona Health
Foundation ofce at Community Memorial Hospital or
can be downloaded online at: winonahealth.org/grants.
The reality is that if it werent for this
program, these individuals
would not be getting the
medications they need.
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B.A. Miller AuditoriumCommunity Memorial Hospital
The 3rd oor of Community
Memorial Hospital becomes a
holiday shopping wonderland
featuring gifts, holiday decorations,
jewelry, baked
goods and
much more.
Proceeds
go towards
scholarships
and medical
equipment. Mark your calendars
and invite your friends to go holiday
shopping for a good cause.
F tNovember 21-22
Watkins Manor
175 E. Wabasha St.
Stroll through the Great Hall
lled with beautifully decorated
holiday trees, which are available
for purchase
by sealed bid.
The trees are
decorated
and donated
by various
businesses,
organizations
and individuals.
If you are interested in learning
more or donating a tree, contact the
Volunteer Ofce at 507.474.3328.
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Watch for these festive
Auxiliary events!
Are you interested in helping others? Would you enjoy a rewardingvolunteer opportunity? Become a Winona Health Auxiliary volunteer.Auxiliary volunteers provide many valuable services throughout Winona
Health. Last year our more than 350 volunteers contributed more than 30,400
hours of service. A variety of volunteer opportunities are available. For
more information or to apply to become a volunteer at Winona Health, visit
winonahealth.org/volunteeror call 507.457.4394.
Looking for a rewarding volunteer opportunity?
B.A. Miller Classic benefts many
through the Patient Care Fund
The Ben & Adith Miller Classic golf tournament, held August 11 at Cedar
Valley Golf Course, raised a record $170,000 for the Ben & Adith Miller
Patient Care Fund$5,000 more than the event raised in 2007. More than 225
golfers participated in this annual fundraising event.
Since its inception in 1986, the Patient Care Fund has contributed more than
$2.7 million to more than 1,395 area families. The Winona community is
very fortunate to have a fund like the Ben & Adith Miller Patient Care Fund,
and the Winona Health Foundation is very fortunate that Hugh and Vera Miller
and RTP Company are committed to building the fund through the Ben &
Adith Miller Classic, said Nancy Brown, Winona Healths executive director
of development. Their efforts and the efforts of RTP Company staff are
unequaled and critical to the success of this fundraising effort.
The Ben & Adith Miller Patient Care Fund was established by Benjamin
Miller in honor of his wife. The Fund is used to help individuals who,
because of life circumstances, need assistance covering their medical costs.
For more information on the Ben & Adith Miller Patient Care Fund, visit
winonhealth.org/foundation or call 507.474.3328.
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Kristi Lynn Schulte, PA, joined
the staff at Family Medicine
of Winona. Kristi received her
Master of Medical Science degree
in Physician Assistant Studies
from Midwestern University in
Glendale, Arizona.
Pediatrician Craig H. Anderson,
MD, joined the Pediatric/
Adolescent Medicine team at
Winona Clinic providing care forchildren from birth through high
school. He has a special interest in
attention decit disorder.
Lyle Hulsing, MA, LP, joined the
staff at Winona Health Psychiatric
& Counseling Services. Hulsing
is a licensed psychologist with
extensive experience in individual,
couples and family therapy.
David J. Lofgren, MD, a
board-certied Family Practice
physician, joined the Winona
Health medical staff and sees
patients in the Family Practice
Department at Winona and at
Rushford Clinics.
Kevin R. Vanderveen, MD,a board-certied emergency
medicine physician, has joined the
medical staff at Winona Health
and will work with the team in
the Emergency Department at
Community Memorial Hospital.
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Community Memorial Hospital again has been named
on the nations Most Wired-Small and Rural Hospital
listaccording toHospitals
& Health Networks
magazine. This is the
seventh consecutive year
Community Memorial
Hospital has been
recognized as a Most
Wired hospital. Earlier
this year, Community Memorial Hospital was featured
in a nationalPBS NewsHourstory about healthcare
information technology. The news segment can be
viewed online at winonahealth.org/pbs.
Community Memorial Hospital has earned two
Minnesota Hospital Association (MHA) Patient Safety
Excellence Awards for its work on two initiatives:
preventing patients from falling and from developing
pressure ulcers during hospital stays. CMH implemented
the MHA SAFE from FALLS Roadmap to a
Comprehensive Falls Prevention Program and the SAFE
SKIN Roadmap to a Comprehensive Pressure Ulcer
Prevention Program. The roadmaps combine learning
from reported events in Minnesota and national best
practices. The MHA Patient Safety Excellence Award
is given to facilities that have achieved more than 90
percent of the actions recommended in the roadmaps.
Winona Clinic and Lewiston Clinic received the
Bridges to Excellence awardfor meeting the 2008
criteria for excellence in the optimal care of patients
with cardiovascular disease, resulting in improved health
outcomes and reduced patient healthcare costs.
Community Memorial Hospital has been named a top
performerin a Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services
(CMS)-Premier healthcare alliance project that rewards
hospitals for delivering higher quality care. Based on
third-year results from the Hospital Quality Incentive
Demonstration (HQID) project, Community Memorial
Hospital ranked in the top 10 percent for overall quality
in the care of Acute Myocardial Infarction (heart attack)
patients and in the top 20 percent in the clinical care of
Congestive Heart Failure patients.
For information about healthcare providers at Winona
Health, visit winonahealth.orgclick on Find a Provider.
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We had excellent service at theEye Care Centerand in
the Family Practice Department... And what a wonderful
facility. Its a warm and friendly atmosphere and allpersonnel treat you in a professional manner and beyond.
The south view is gorgeous and the waiting lounge is very
nice and comfortable. Im so glad Winona has such a
people-oriented facility for healthcare.
Jane Fellows
Lewiston, MN
When I was treated in theEmergency Room, the doctors
and nurses couldnt have been more efcient or caring. I
know I wouldnt have gotten better care anywhere else.
Shirley Pfughoet
Winona, MN
On Thursday, July 17, we took our granddaughter, age 9,
to the Winona HealthEmergency Room. She had a deep,
persistent cough and had spiked a temperature. From
the time we arrived until our departure, we received the
best of care. Nurse Andy [Seltz], Respiratory Therapist
Tony [Hibbard], X-Ray Tech Dave [Lawrence], and Dr.
[Carlos] Morales were sensitive, caring and professional
to our granddaughter and her grandparents. Each
one treated us kindly and explained all the tests and
treatments leading to her diagnosis. They represented the
best of Winona Healths mission.
Jim and Shannon Hanzel
Winona, MN
Troy Shelton, MD, Winona Center for Womens Health
Thank you for delivering my two children. You are a
wonderful doctor. You are so caring and kind. Thank you
for taking such good care of me and for being a ve-star
doctor!
Gretchen Pronschinske
Mondovi, WI
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My experience was excellent. I cant think of any way they
could have done a better job. Thank you for the pleasant
professional experience.
Surgery patient
I was so impressed with the care, concern and services.
Surgery patient
What a pleasant experience! I felt comfortable and
relaxed [during mammogram] and the staff answered my
questions in detail. I have been coming here for many
years and would not hesitate to recommend Winona
Health fully.
Womens Imaging Department patient
I found that a mammo can be a very pleasant experience.
My tech was great and the coffee and treats were much
appreciated since my appointment was at 7:30 a.m. Im
also passing this information along to my friend who has
never had a mammogram.
Womens Imaging Department patient
reminder:October is Breast Cancer Awareness
Month. Are you due for a mammogram?
Give yourself the gift of peace of mind
or of early detection. Call to schedule an
appointment in our Womens Imaging
Department: 507.457.4320.
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eventS, ClaSSeS & SuppoRt gRoupS
For a complete calendar of events by
date and for more information about our
services and programs, please visit our
website: winonahealth.org. We welcome
your questions and comments.
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2nd Wednesday of the month, 67 p.m.
CMH, Parkview Conference Room
No registration required: 507.457.4560
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November 11, 49 p.m.
CMH, 3rd Floor B.A. Miller Auditorium
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Six week program:
Wednesdays, September 3October 8Thursdays, October 2November 6
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Weekend program:
Saturday, September 20, 8 a.m.3 p.m.
CMH, 3rd Floor, B.A. Miller Auditorium
Registration required: 507.457.4338
th e Hv iLaurel Quinn, MD
Thursday, September 18, 5:306:30 p.m.
CMH, 3rd Floor, B.A. Miller Auditorium
FREE! Registration encouraged.Visit winonahealth.org/health_talksor
call 507.457.4374 for more information
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Thursday, October 9, 10 a.m.4 p.m.
Free. No appointment necessary.
Psychiatric & Counseling Services
825 Mankato Avenue, Winona
Call for more information: 507.454.2606
db expsponsored by
Winona Health and area Lions Clubs
WSUs Kryzsko Commons
Saturday, November 8
8:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. FREE!
Call for more information: 507.457.4570
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Tuesdays: October 7, 14, 21, 28
6:30-7:30 p.m. CMH
$40 for individual, $60 for couples
Registration required: 507.457.7700
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Thursday, November 20, 6 a.m.9 p.m.
859 Mankato Ave., 3rd Floor Clinic
507.474.4760
Hh cPr rfSeptember 18, 7:30-10:30 a.m.
September 23, 5-8 p.m.
October 16, 7:30-10:30 a.m.
October 22, 5-8 p.m.
November 13, 5-8 p.m.
November 20, 7:30-10:30 a.m.
December 15, 5-8 p.m.
CMH, B.A. Miller Auditorium
Registration required: 507.457.4491
Cost for class: $30
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Informational sessions:September 15, 6:307:30 p.m.
November 17, 9:3010:30 a.m.
Working sessions:
September 22, 6:307:30 p.m.
November 24, 9:3010:30 a.m.
CMH, Parkview Conference Room
Call for more information: 507.474.3328
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Second Annual Kick-Off Event
Winona Middle School
Saturday, September 27, 9 a.m.Noon
Call for more information: 507.457.4161
or visit winonahealth.org/HKC
i rb i s (iris)3rd Tuesday of every month
6:308 p.m.
Watkins Great Hall, 175 E. Wabasha St.
Call for more information: 507.474.3042
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(mh ow mk)
Wednesdays, 1:303:30 p.m.
Womens Health Library
3rd oor Winona Clinic
Call for more information: 507.453.3700
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Thursday, October 2
7:309:30 a.m. and 4:306:30 p.m.
Winona Health, 859 Mankato Ave.
Appointments encouraged: 507.457.4481
Cost for screening: $10
P c supp gup
1st Monday of the month, 7-8 p.m.
CMH, Parkview Conference Room
Call for more information: 507.457.4491
For information about Foundation
and Auxiliary events, see p. 13 or call
507.474.3328.
Nonproit Org
U.S. Postage
Paid
Winona, MN
Permit No. 72
PO Box 5600 855 Mankato Ave. Winona, MN 55987 winonahealth.org
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