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SPECIAL DELIVERYJillian and John Burden received advanced, compassionate care for their premature infants at Holland Hospital. See their story on page 3.

When you’re struck with a sudden illness or minor injury that requires imme-diate treatment, you can count on Holland Hospital’s Urgent Care team. Get the prompt, expert care you expect from our board certified providers in

Holland and Zeeland. Minimal wait. Maximum convenience. Care you can trust. Open every day of the year, Holland Hospital Urgent Care is here for you, offering:

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NEUROLOGICAL CARE NOW AVAILABLE IN GRAND HAVEN

Board certified neurologist April Yuki, MD, is now seeing patients in Grand Haven at the Lakeshore Health Partners office at 16986 Robbins Rd., Suite 180, located within

the Spectrum Health Medical Group Cardiology/Vascular Surgery office. Dr. Yuki and her partners also see patients in Holland at 577 Michigan Ave., Suite 203.

An experienced neurologist, Dr. Yuki provides specialized care for adult patients with neuro-logical symptoms and disorders, including migraine headaches, essential tremor, epilepsy

and trigeminal neuralgia. She diagnoses and treats neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkin-son’s, dementia, multiple sclerosis, peripheral neuropathy and myasthenia gravis. Dr. Yuki is

HOLLAND HOSPITAL URGENT CARE: TRUSTED CARE NOW

The Right Specialist.Right Here.

NEUROLOGY April Yuki, MD

seeing new patients in the Grand Haven office on Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please call Lakeshore Health Partners – Specialty Services at (616) 296-0776 to schedule an appointment.

High-quality care from the top-ranked hospital in Michigan

On-site board certified physicians

Care coordinated with your primary care physician

Best value, lower charges

Charges waived if you are transferred to the

emergency room

Urgent Care Two Convenient Locations

Holland Hospital Medical Building | 8300 Westpark Way, Zeeland7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Lakeshore Medical Campus | 3232 N. Wellness Dr., Bldg. B 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Meet your Holland Hospital Urgent Care Team: Drs. Coté, Mott, Weersing, Holland, Newberry and Murphy (not pictured) provide prompt, quality care for your minor injury or illness.

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On April 19, 2016, when Jillian Burden was 35 weeks pregnant with twins, she woke up at 2:30 a.m. to a gush that sent her scurrying to the bath-

room. “I thought, ‘my water broke.’ But when I turned on the light, I found myself standing in a large puddle of blood. It was terrifying,” says the 30-year-old blogger.

After five years of infertility and heartbreak, Jillian’s twin pregnancy, the result of adopted embryos, was hard won. Still, until this point, it had been relatively complication free. “I cried inwardly, ‘Please God, don’t let me lose these babies,’” Burden says. Her husband, John, a local pastor, quickly called 911.

Smooth Delivery After Health ScareFortunately, at Holland Hospital, the Burdens received good news: A test confirmed that yes, Jillian was in labor. Electronic fetal monitoring signaled that both babies’ heart rates were strong. The vaginal birth she had planned got the go-ahead, too. “I went from worrying that one or both babies were in distress to knowing I was going to have the delivery I was hoping for,” Burden says.

After 12 hours of labor, Burden gave birth to Ira, who weighed in at 5 pounds, 4 ounces, and Roman, who weighed in at 6 pounds. Both boys were healthy, but premature. They were transferred to Holland Hospital’s Special Care Nursery in the Boven Birth Center.

“It wasn’t what we had hoped for, but one Special Care nurse told me, ‘It’s no one’s choice to be here, but we’re going to make it the best plan B we can.’” Burden says.

The Best Care for Babies For details about Holland Hospital’s Special Care Nursery in the Boven Birth Center, please call (616) 394-3640 or visit hollandhospital.org/Birth-Center/Special-Care-Nursery.aspx.

Special Care for the Most Fragile PatientsThe Special Care Nursery provides advanced care for preterm babies born as early as 32 weeks gestation. In the eight-bed unit, “We focus on both the physical and developmental care of premature infants,” says Special Care Nursery manager Nicole Huisman, RN.

Staffed by pediatric hospitalists, a neonatal nurse practitioner and specially trained registered nurses, newborns receive the care and extra sup-port they need before being discharged home.

Establishing an appropriate feeding plan is one example of developmental care. Coordinating sucking, swallowing and breathing can be a challenge for premature infants. Little Ira and Roman were no exception. They required feeding support, which was provided by both the Special

SPECIAL CARE FOR THE SMALLEST INFANTS Holland Hospital’s Boven Birth Center Delivers Premier Care for Premature Infants

Care Nursery RNs and by Boven Birth Center lactation consultants.

“Our lactation consultants are important members of our care team. They work with our mothers, not only at the bedside as the infants attempt to breastfeed, but also by setting them up with pumping plans so that their milk supply can be established. The lactation consultants also run our Human Donor Milk program, which allows our infant patients to receive breast milk during the times that the mother’s milk supply is short of the infant’s needs,” says Huisman.

“The nurses were positive and caring. They respected how tender a time it was, especially when I was discharged before the babies,” Burden says. During the boys’ Special Care Nursery stay, the Burdens were encouraged to call in for updates and visit as often as they wanted. “We spent time just holding each baby against our skin,” Burden says.

Skin-to-skin contact helps regulate infant temperature, breathing patterns and blood sugar. It also aids in breastfeeding success and enhances bonding between the infant and parents.

Parents of premature infants can expect discharge around the time of the infant’s original due date. Ira and Roman were ahead of the curve, heading out just 10 days after birth to rejoin their parents and 5-year-old brother, Arie, who was adopted from Russia.

“It is really rewarding for the staff to be able to send parents home with their baby and with the knowledge they need to care for the newest member of their family,” Huisman says.

Nancy Westendorp, MSN, NNP-BC, cares for a newborn in the Boven Birth Center.

RUN SAFER, STRONGER, LONGER

Whether you run to win races, to lose weight or simply for the joy of it, running can be tough on your body. Up to 70 percent of runners develop injuries at some point. Try these tips from the running advisors at Holland Hospital Sports Medicine to help reduce the chance of injury:

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3D Gait Analysis: Proven Injury Prevention

If running is your passion, you’ll want to check out 3D gait analysis, a proven path to injury prevention. Holland Hospital Sports Medicine now offers 3D gait analysis to scientifically evaluate your personal running form, identify your risk of injury based on biometric data and provide you with recommendations to prevent injuries in the future.

3D gait analysis provides: State-of-the-art, 3D cameras to precisely measure your movement patterns World’s largest database of biomechanics and clinical injury data to compare your gait to athletes of all levels from around the globePersonalized report discussed with you by our Sports Medicine physician and specially trained running advisorsSpecific recommendations to help you prevent running injuries in the future

3D gait analysis is now available at a special introductory price of $275, which includes the initial appointment and 3D gait testing as well as the follow-up appointment with results and recommendations. Like training and nutrition, 3D gait analysis is an investment in your running performance. It is not covered by insurance and does not require a physician referral. For details, visit hollandhospital.org/3dgait or call (616) 738 3884.

Replace worn shoes. Get new ones after 400 miles of use; that’s about every six months if you run 2 or more miles a day.

Choose your running shoes carefully. Make sure they provide good shock absorption and strong support. Never run a race in new shoes.

Run on a shock-absorbing surface. This helps decrease the pounding to your feet and legs. Avoid running for long periods on a slanted surface.

Warm up and stretch before and after you run. Include stretches for your calves, thighs and hamstrings.

Use proper technique. Avoid over-striding, or taking too wide a stride. Keep your shoulders back and avoid clenching your fists. Keep your elbows close to your body.

Increase your time and distance gradually. Take off one or two days a week. Doing so will allow your body time to recover.

When you do have an injury, apply ice if swelling occurs. Switch to non-weight-bearing exercises like swimming or bike riding until you recover. Consult your doctor or a sports medicine specialist for treatment options.

Class ScheduleSeptember – December20

16REGISTRATIONOnline – hollandhospital.org. Visa, Mastercard and Discover accepted. Click on Classes & Events to register or for more info.

Phone – Call (616) 394-3344

In Person – Center for Good Health 175 S. Waverly Rd., Suite A | Holland, MI 49423

All classes require pre-registration and are at Holland Hospital unless otherwise noted.

Chef Series: Healthy Holiday Appetizers We’re often inundated with unhealthy foods around the holidays. Why not make delicious and healthy appetizers for your next gathering. Join chef and Registered Dietitian Jen Plaggemars as she whips up some healthy seasonal favorites like asparagus pesto toasts with crispy prosciutto and sweet and spicy roasted chickpeas. Participants will sample a variety of appetizers and leave with all the recipes!

Date: Tuesday, December 13 Time: 6 – 7 PM Fee: $10 Location: Center for Good Health

Shop Smart for a Healthy WeightAre you struggling with your weight but don’t know what to do? The grocery store may be an excellent place to start! Join our Registered Dietitian on a Family Fare grocery store tour as she helps you to navigate through the often confusing nutrition jargon and gives suggestions on foods to whittle your waistline. Participants will receive tasty samples and a coupon for $10 off a $30 purchase (with a YES card).

Date: Tuesday, October 18 Time: 6 - 7:30 PM Fee: $10 Location: Family Fare, 1185 Washington Ave, Holland Shop Smart for a Healthy Heart The answer to a healthier heart could be found in the grocery store aisles! Join our Registered Dietitian on a Family Fare grocery store tour as she helps to give some direction through the often unclear nutritional messages and suggests foods to help improve heart health. Participants will receive tasty samples and a coupon for $10 off a $30 purchase (with a YES card).

Date: Tuesday, November 15 Time: 10 – 11:30 AM Fee: $10 Location: Family Fare, 1185 Washington Ave, Holland

Nutrition & Wellness

Fueling the AthleteA healthy diet is key for athletes and active individuals looking to reach peak performance. Learn how to pump up your nutritional playbook through this research-based and practical sports nutrition class taught by a registered dietitian. Getting a leg up on nutrition may make meeting your sports performance goals a little easier than you think!

Date: Thursday, November 10 Time: 6-7:30 PM Fee: $5, not refundable Location: Center for Good Health

Chef Series: Healthy Back to School SnacksWhy not get a little more creative when battling the back to school snack attack by joining chef and Registered Dietitian Jen Plaggemars as she creates delicious and healthy snack ideas that are sure to please. Class participants will try snacks like rain-bow veggie pinwheels, cherry vanilla overnight oats and peanut butter energy bites. Come prepared for samples and leave with great ideas and recipes!

Date: Monday, September 19 Time: 6 – 7 PM Fee: $10 Location: Center for Good Health

Chef Series: Healthy Harvest–Cooking with Autumn’s Bounty There’s no shortage of delicious produce harvested in the fall. Join chef and Registered Dietitian Jen Plaggemars as she creates delicious autumn dishes like pumpkin risotto, goat cheese, walnut and roasted grape bruschetta, and butternut squash soup. Recipes and samples will be provided!

Date: Tuesday, October 11 Time: 6 – 7 PM Fee: $10 Location: Center for Good Health

Supermarket SmartsHate to grocery shop? Why not learn from a pro by shopping one-on-one with a Registered Dietitian. We’ll begin by meeting to discuss meal planning and creating an efficient shopping list. Then we’ll take off to your favorite grocery store where you will learn how to make healthier choices while shopping and have the opportunity to ask questions about grocery items you frequently buy. This 2 ½ hour learning opportunity will undoubtedly be worth-while! Call the CfGH to register.

Fee: $75.00 per person Location: Center for Good Health

1-on-1 Nutrition CoachingStruggling to lose weight? Diet demanding a makeover? Meeting with a Registered Dietitian may be just what you need to get started toward your wellness goals. One-on-one nutrition coaching provides direct access to our Registered Dietitian who will work with you to create a customized plan to fit your nutritional and healthy weight needs. This service is comprised of three 30-minute sessions, which include body composition and Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) testing.

Date/Time: By appointment Fee: $115 per person for three 30-minute sessions Location: Center for Good Health

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PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Classes are at Holland Hospital unless otherwise noted. To register, call the Center for Good Health at (616) 394-3344 or log on to hollandhospital.org.

CUSTOMER SERVICECancelations/Refunds – Call the Registration Administrator at (616) 394-3344 to discuss a class refund or transfer.

Weather-Related Cancelations – Classes canceled due to weather are posted by 3 p.m. the day of the class at 616.394.3344 as well as the Holland Hospital website, hollandhospital.org. Like us on Facebook and Twitter to see closing updates there as well.

Payments – Payment for fitness classes is required at time of registration. Payment for other classes is required three business days before class begins.

Children and TeensBig Brother/Big SisterThis class will help your child(ren) prepare for the arrival of a baby. Includes a tour of Boven Birth Center and a “I’m a New Big Brother (or Sister)” T-shirt. An adult must accompany the child. Date: Tuesday nights monthly: Sept. 6,

Oct. 4, Nov. 15 OR Dec. 6 Time: 6-7 p.m. Fee: $10 per child

Babysitting 101Become a safe babysitter by learning basic first aid and CPR skills, what to do in case of an emergency, and tips for caring for infants and children. Included are “Babysitting 101 Guide,” the AHA’s book “CPR for Family and Friends” and a first aid kit. This class is appropriate for teens and preteens ages 10-15 interested in babysitting. Walk-ins and substitutions can NOT be accommodated. Pre-registration required. Date: Saturdays, Sept. 10, Oct. 1,

Nov. 5 OR Dec. 3 Time: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fee: $25

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Wellness PackageLooking to improve your diet and fitness level? Need help reaching your personal health goals? This Wellness Package includes three 30-minute visits with a Registered Dietitian and three 60-minute personal training sessions. Includes a body composition assessment and a Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) test. Call the CfGH to set up an appointment. Fee: $225 per person Location: Center for Good Health

Intro to Fitness PackageIncludes a fitness assessment, a customized fitness plan and two one-hour personal training sessions. Date: Ongoing, call for an appointment Fee: $120 Personal Training One-on-one training specifically designed to meet your goals, maximize workouts and minimize risk of injury. Packages are available. Date: By appointment Fee: Call

Heart Rate Training TestTrain with purpose and precision. Take out guesswork by establishing your Lactate Threshold Heart Rate (LTHR) and defining your 5 energy zones from Recovery to All Out Effort. Your training profile will be determined by performing an intense eight minute cycling test monitored by ACE Certified Personal Trainer and triathlete Tina Vande Guchte, BA. Date/Time: By appointment Fee: $40 Location: Center for Good Health Group Fitness Classes –

Location: All fitness classes are held at the Center for Good Health.

Fall Session 1: Sept. 12 – Oct. 28 Time: Seven week session Fee: $42 - Prepayment is required

Fall Session 2: Oct. 31 – Dec. 16 Time: Six week session: No classes

Thanksgiving week Fee: $36 - Prepayment is required

Barre Core – Ballet-inspired calisthenic class, suitable for beginners and athletes. Lengthening and strengthening movements target weak glutes and counteract tight calves and hip flexors. Includes Benderball abdominal exercies. Day: Mondays Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m. OR Day: Wednesdays Time: 12-1 p.m.

Very Beginner Yoga – New to yoga? Learn basic poses, proper body alignment and breathing. Day: Thursdays Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m. Beginner Yoga – Combines body alignment and breathing with a slowly paced flow of basic yoga poses. Day: Tuesdays Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m. OR Day: Thursdays Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Intermediate Yoga – Additional postures; balance and strength movements linked together for continuous flow. Day: Tuesdays Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Yoga Core – Combines yoga flow with a series of balance poses, followed by core strength and stretch on the ball. Day: Wednesdays Time: 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Fit Pregnancy – Strengthening to prepare for the demands of labor, birth, and motherhood. Improves posture, flexibility, breathing and circulation to alleviate discomfort caused by your ever-changing body. Includes Birthing Ball movements. Day: Wednesdays Time: 5:30-6:30 PM

Foam Rolling – Roll out “knots” (trigger points) of tension developed through stress, overuse, underuse, movement imbalances and injuries. If ignored, these adhesions can lead to further dysfunction or injury. Foam rolling increases circulation of blood and nutrients, producing healthier, more pliable muscle tissue and a more effective fitness program. Excellent for preparation and recovery from exercise. 30 minutes of guidance followed by 15 minutes optional restorative stretch. Day: Mondays Time: 5:45-6:15 PM

10-Class Punch Pass – Drop in to any class, on a first-come, first-served basis. ONLY registered participants are guaranteed a spot. If no space is available, community Punch Pass holders may use CfGH fitness studio for a punch.

Fee: $70 Community | $60 HH Employee Note: Punch Cards expire four months from purchase date. Lost cards will not be replaced.

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Diabetes Education Diabetes Prevention – Yes You Can! If you’re at risk for diabetes, take heart. There’s good news! Type 2 diabetes is largely preventable. Just knowing you are at risk is the first step. We’ll teach you where to go from here. Join us for this fun-filled, information-packed class based on the latest research in diabetes prevention. This 2-hour class, led by a Certified Diabetes Educator, will address your questions and concerns and help you take action to prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes. You’ll leave with the tools you need to change your future. Date: Thursday 9/22, Monday 10/17 OR Monday 11/28. Time: 6 - 8 PM Fee: $30 Location: Center for Good Health

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Diabetes Recharge! If you can relate to the term “diabetes burnout,” this class is for you! This informative, entertaining, one-hour seminar will provide the spark you need to recharge your routine. Led by a Registered Nurse/Certified Diabetes Educator, the class will cover a bit of everything, from the latest research and technology to new medications and recipes – all designed to make life with diabetes a little easier. Date: Monday, November 21 Time: 6 - 7 PM Fee: $5 not refundable Location: Center for Good Health

Diabetes Self-Management Education Program The Diabetes Self-Management Education Program is for adults who are ready to learn more about their diabetes and obtain the tools needed for better control. Our Certified Dia-betes Educators provide comprehensive ongo-ing education, in both one-on-one and group settings. Group classes are offered on Monday mornings and on Thursday evenings. This is an insurance-covered program. To learn more, please call (616) 394-3273.

Pregnancy, Parenting & BirthNOTE: It is recommended that you complete childbirth classes no later than one month before your due date. Register early in your pregnancy to secure the preferred class dates.

Clases De Preparación Para El PartoDurante el año, clases de preparación para el parto en español están disponibles. Para obtener más información y las fechas en que se impartirán las clases, por favor llame a InterCare al (616) 399-0200.

Childbirth Education SaturdayConvenient one-day class. A childbirth educator will discuss labor, relaxation techniques and birth. Included is a tour of Boven Birth Center. Bring your own lunch, snacks and beverages. Registration required. Day: Two Saturdays a month, please call. Time: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Fee: FREE

Breastfeeding BasicsBreastfeeding is one of the most important gifts you can give your baby. This one-time class guides you through positioning, latch, and returning to work or school. Partners are strongly encouraged to attend. A web-based resource is included. Taught by an international board-certified lactation consultant RN. Dates: Tuesday, Sept. 13 OR Nov. 8 Time: 6-8:30 p.m. Fee: $20 per couple

Childbirth Education On-lineA web enhanced program for busy families. “See What You Read: Childbirth” includes dozens of short video clips. The booklet includes information which can be accessed for six months by using the pin number supplied. Note: Call to register. Fee: $10

Pregnancy, Nutrition & FitnessThe greatest gift you can give your soon-to-be-born baby is a healthy and fit pregnancy. This class, co-taught by a Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer, explores unique prenatal nutrient needs and wholesome baby-building food choices. Also learn how to become or stay fit with safe workout tips for each trimester. Includes exercises to ease aches and prepare for labor. Dates: Thursday, Oct. 6 Time: 6-7:30 p.m.

Fee: $5 per person, not refundable Location: Center for Good Health

Healthy Mom, Healthy Baby Web Portal NEW! Get connected to pregnancy and post-partum resources for free with our online portal. Simply provide us with an email address and we will set up a secure account for you. Find information about Holland Hospital prenatal classes and resources on the portal, as well as gain access to an extensive health library, online pregnancy workshops, tracking tools and much more. Call to register.

Just for Dads Are you expecting a new little person in your life soon? Wondering what life will be like as a new dad? Come to this class to learn the basics on diapering and feeding an infant, surviving on very little sleep, how to help mom recover and more, from a dad who’s been there. You’ll leave feeling more confident about how to care for your new baby and support your partner during those first few months at home.

Date: Thursday, October 20 Time: 6:30 - 8 PM Fee: $10

Breastfeeding Education Online“See What You Read: Better Breastfeeding” answers many of your breastfeeding questions. This program includes web-enhanced information and six months of access to dozens of online videos and resources. Note: Call to register. Fee: $10

Boven Birth Center Orientation & TourThis is a one-hour introduction to what Boven Birth Center has to offer. Great for the expectant couple not taking a childbirth class. Dates: Thursday, Sept. 15, Oct. 13, Nov. 10

and Dec. 8 Time: 6-7 p.m. Fee: FREE

Infant Care for GrandparentsThe needs of infants have not changed over the years, but many health recommendations and infant care products have changed. New or expectant grandparents will learn current safety information and tips on being a helpful and knowledgeable newborn caregiver. A Boven Birth Center tour is included. Dates: Thursday, Oct. 6 Time: 6-8 p.m.

Fee: $5 per person not refundable

Shop Smart with Diabetes Diet can have an enormously positive impact on your health, especially if you have diabetes. But choosing healthy foods can be confusing and frustrating. Join this informative tour, led by a Registered Dietitian and a Registered Nurse/Certified Diabetes Educator, and learn how to navigate those often baffling grocery store aisles. Your guides will answer questions and suggest which foods to choose and which to avoid. You’ll also leave with some tasty samples and a coupon for $10 off a $30 purchase (with a YES card). Date: Wednesday, November 9 Time: 6 – 7:30 PM Fee: $10 Location: Family Fare, 1185 Washington Ave, Holland

Diabetes Support Group – This walk-in support group is led by Certified Diabetes Educators. Dates: Thursdays, 9/1, 10/6 and 11/3. Time: 6 – 7 PM

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Body Composition AssessmentFind out what you’re made of! Are you heavy but fit? Slender but soft? It’s not just pounds that matter. If you’re curious about your BMI, percent body fat or basal metabolic rate, we’ve got the answers. Come in for a private, confidential screening, and leave with resources for making healthy lifestyle choices that can tip the numbers in your favor. Date: Ongoing, call for an appointment. Fee: $10 Location: Center for Good Health

Depression or Alcohol Abuse ScreeningsCall (616) 355-3937 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Know Your Numbers: Cholesterol & Glucose ScreeningKeeping an eye on your blood sugar and cholesterol helps protect you from diabetes, heart disease and stroke. What you don’t know can hurt you, and knowledge is power! Requires a 12-hour fast. May attend one week after registration and must complete lab draw within 30 days of registration.

Dates: Ongoing, call to register. Fee: $30 Location: Any Holland Hospital Lab

Pre-registration & pre-payment REQUIRED

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Classes are at Holland Hospital unless otherwise noted. To register, call the Center for Good Health at (616) 394-3344 or log on to hollandhospital.org.

Wellness ServicesTobacco Free This six week class guides you through stages of quitting nicotine and tobacco. Explores nicotine replacements and e-cigarettes and offers methods to cope with triggers and withdrawal symptoms. Enables you to manage weight and stress with lifestyle changes that support a tobacco-free life. Scholarships are available. (For HH employees the fee is covered by the HH Wellness Initiative, please call to register.) Dates: Tuesdays, Sept. 13 – Oct. 18 Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Fee: $45 Location: Center for Good Health

Resting Metabolic Rate TestingMetabolic testing is one of the best ways to determine the specific number of calories YOUR body needs for healthy weight loss. In the past, metabolic rates were either estimated (with a wide margin of error), or measured directly with expensive, cumbersome equipment. Today, a portable device allows us to accurately determine your Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR), or the number of calories your body burns at rest, through a simple, 10 minute breath test. Calculating your RMR will help determine your caloric “budget” and provide information to help create a diet and exercise program that will fit your specific weight loss goals. This 30-minute service also includes a feedback session with a Registered Dietitian or an ACE Certified Personal Trainer.

Date/Time: By appointment Fee: $50 Location: Center for Good Health

1-on-1 Wellness CoachingDo you struggle with losing weight, quitting tobacco, managing your anger or coping with a chronic medical condition? A wellness coach is just what you need. We offer confidential coaching that provides the direction you need to achieve your health and wellness goals. Call for more information. Date: Call for an appointment. Fee: $90 for three 30-minute sessions Location: Center for Good Health

Worksite Wellness ProgramsDid you know that Holland Hospital offers com-prehensive worksite wellness programs to local employers? To learn more, contact the Holland Hospital Worksite Wellness Team at (616) 394-3344.

Addictions 101 Recognizing an addictive pattern, addiction and the brain, the impact on the family and available treatment and support options for the addict and their family. Date: Thursday September 29 Time: 6 – 7 PM Fee: $5, not refundable

Relaxing with Essential Oils –a make and take workshopWe all experience some form of stress in our daily life, and it’s important to know how to manage it well. Come to this fun, new workshop to learn how easy it is to implement essential oils into your life for a chemical free way to less stress, better sleep and more energy. You will experience why and how essential oils can be so helpful in reducing and managing stress and explore hands-on the benefits and uses of some common essential oils for relaxation and well-being. All attendees will leave with their own rollerball remedy for relaxation

Date: Thursday, November 3 Time: 6 – 7:30 PM Fee: $15 Location: Center for Good Health

Scholarships available!Health Screenings

CPR for Family & Friends This class is perfect for kids, parents, grandparents, coworkers and anyone who does not require certification. Fee: $5 per person

Heartsaver First Aid Fee: $40

Heartsaver First Aid, CPR, AED & BBP Fee: $70 for three classes combined!

BLS for Health Care Providers CPR & BLS Recertification Fee: $50

CPR Courses

The American Heart Association (AHA) strongly promotes knowledge and proficiency in BLS, ACLS, and PALS and has developed instructional materials for this purpose. Use of these materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the AHA. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA material, do not represent income to the Association.

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support & ACLS Recertification Fee: $220 for ACLS

$150 for recertification

Pediatric Advanced Life Support & PALS Recertification Fee: $220 for PALS

$150 for recertification

The Center for Good Health provides CPR and first aid training with a wide variety of classes for the entire community. Basic and Advanced Life Support courses provide two-year certifications for physicians, nurses, paramedics and other health care providers. Heartsaver courses offer certified training for teachers, day care providers, emergency response teams and other lay responders. Non-certified classes are perfect for family members wishing to know the basics of CPR. All courses are ongoing and held at different times throughout the year. Private and corporate training sessions are available. Check online for more information about finding the perfect class for you.

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ELECTIVE PCI HELPS HEAD OFF HEART ATTACK

Holland resident Larry Poppema was in Florida last winter playing pickleball, a paddle sport that combines tennis, badminton and ping-pong, when he

first noticed a curious tightness

“I felt something in my lung, like when it’s really cold and your chest hurts,” says the 65-year-old part-time truck driver. “It lasted about five seconds but I didn’t give it a second thought.”

The odd sensation returned when Poppema was playing tennis, then again when line dancing with his wife, Sally, and yet again when he was back home in the spring walking on a hill in his neighborhood.

“I thought, ‘this is not normal,’” he says. He made an appointment with his primary care physician.

Close CallAfter undergoing a number of routine tests— including a cardiac stress test on a treadmill, which helps gauge blood flow to the heart—Poppema was diagnosed with coronary artery disease, also known as atherosclerosis.

“They found an 80 percent blockage in the main artery, which is known as the widow-maker,” he says. If this artery becomes 100 percent blocked, it can disable the entire front wall of the heart, caus-ing a massive and likely fatal heart attack. “Fortunately, Larry paid attention to his symptom pattern,” says Rhonda McCarthy, RN, practice manager at the Spectrum Health Heart and Vascular Center on Holland Hospital’s main cam-pus. “A lot of patients wait.”

A telltale symptom of coronary artery disease is chest pain with exercise, which may come and go at first, then become very regular. “You might not be able to walk as far as you used to without feeling pain in your chest,” says McCarthy. “See your doctor immediately if you experience this symptom.”

An Ounce of PreventionTo restore blood flow to his heart, Poppema had elective percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) at Holland Hospital’s main campus. PCI is a nonsurgi-cal procedure that opens blood vessels in the heart that have been narrowed by plaque buildup. It’s often used in emergency treatment for heart attacks, but it can also be used for patients like Poppema who are at risk for a heart attack.

During elective PCI, an interventional cardiologist opens the blocked artery by threading a catheter— a thin, flexible tube with a tiny balloon at the end—through the main artery in the patient’s groin or wrist. The catheter travels to the area of arterial blockage in the heart. Once in place, the balloon is inflated to compress the plaque against the artery wall, restor-ing blood flow through the artery. In Poppema’s case, his Spectrum Health interventional cardiolo-gist, Gregory A. Bernath, MD, also inserted a tiny, wire mesh stent to keep the artery open.

After staying overnight in the hospital and taking it easy for a few days, Poppema got the green light to return to his normal activities. “I’ve been playing pickleball again and riding my bike out towards the beach,” he says. “I feel good.”

Still, Poppema is surprised that he was struck by coronary artery disease. “I’ve been active all of my

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Holland Hospital and Spectrum Health Heart & Vascular Center on the hospital campus provide a wide range of cardiovascular services. “The introduction of elective PCI greatly enhances cardiovascular services available on the Lakeshore,” says cardiologist William Frauenheim, MD. “This provides a tremendous benefit to our community in terms of ready access to heart and vascular experts, convenient scheduling and local, coordinated patient care.”

Holland Hospital is one of only four hospitals in Michigan and the only one in the Lakeshore area approved by the Accreditation for Cardiovascular Excellence to perform elective PCI without on-site open-heart surgery. Learn more about our Cardiology and Vascular Services at hollandhospital.org.

life and I’m the same weight I was in high school. You just never know,” he says. Heart disease is the number-one killer of men and women in the U.S. To thwart illness, “Listen to your body and know what your normal is,” Poppema says.

Explore our Cardiology and Vascular Services at hollandhospital.org.

Above: Larry Poppema (left) underwent elective percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) with Cardiologist Gregory A. Bernath, MD (right). Below: PCI is performed in Holland Hospital’s state-of-the-art cardiac catheterization lab.

HOLLAND HOSPITAL IS AMONG NATION’S BEST Hospital Receives High Marks for Outstanding Patient Experience

Ffor the eighth year in a row, Holland Hospital has earned Healthgrades 2016 Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ for exceptional performance in providing

a positive experience for patients. The hospital’s high ranking places it among the top 5 percent in the nation.

“More than ever before, consumers use patient experience informa-

tion to evaluate hospitals and choose where to go for care,” says Patti VanDort, senior vice president and chief nursing officer at Holland Hospital. “This award is especially meaningful because it reflects what our patients them-selves say about us.”

The results are based on patient surveys that evaluate many factors, such as cleanliness, noise levels in patient rooms, pain management, communication and responsiveness to patients’ needs. The measures also include whether a patient would recommend the hospital to loved ones. Nearly 4,000 hospitals nationwide were compared to determine the top performers.

“It takes a total team effort across all areas of the hospital to consistently deliver the kind of care our patients have come to expect,” adds VanDort. “On behalf of our staff at all levels,

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Surgery Expands to Serve Growing Need More than 10,000 surgeries were performed at Holland Hospital last year, and 2,500 more at the hospital’s outpatient Surgery Center on Felch Street. Those numbers will continue to grow as residents from the Lakeshore area and beyond take advantage of the expert surgical care available right here in Holland.

To keep pace, Holland Hospital will expand its surgery facilities this fall by adding another operating room at the outpatient Surgery Center. In addition, the size of several surgery suites at the hospital will be increased to accommodate advanced technology, while a new suite will be added for a total of 10 operating rooms organization-wide—all designed to provide more options and convenient scheduling for our surgery patients.

we’re honored to serve the community and com-mitted to earn our patients’ trust and satisfaction with every visit.”

National Leader and Michigan’s Top HospitalHolland Hospital also received national attention in Modern Healthcare magazine after earning the Truven Top 100 Hospital award for the 11th year in a row. This announcement follows the Distin-guished Hospital for Clinical Excellence Award and a Top 50 Hospital ranking by Healthgrades, which rated Holland Hospital as the highest-performing hospital in Michigan. These awards are based on objective measures of clinical performance and an unbiased comparison of hospitals across the country.

“Working closely with our dedicated medical staff, our hospital team focuses on evidence-based best practices and continuous improve-ment, putting the patient at the center of all we do,” says Mark Pawlak, senior vice president of Quality, Information Systems and Hospital Operations, “Winning awards is not our goal, but national recognition like this helps validate the skill, service and commitment of our entire team.” Learn more about hospital performance and our five-star Centers for Medicare and Med-icaid Services rating at hollandhospital.org.

Treatment for GERD and Barrett’s Esophagus GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is a common digestive problem in which stomach acid repeatedly enters the esophagus. Long-term exposure to stomach acid may cause Barrett’s Esophagus. Symptoms include frequent heartburn and chest pain, or there may be no symptoms at all. In some cases, it’s associated with an increased risk of esophageal cancer.

The good news is that Holland Hospital’s reflux specialists can diagnose and treat Barrett’s Esophagus with medications, monitoring or surgery, if needed. It’s important to know that this condition can only be diagnosed by a medical professional with lab tests and cannot be treated successfully with over-the-counter pills.

To learn more, speak with your primary care provider, visit hollandhospital.org or call the Holland Hospital Endoscopy Center at (616) 394-3421.

1917 The estate

of Dr. Henry

Kremers sells

his former

home on East

12th Street in

Holland for

$15,000 to

establish a

hospital. The

first patient is

admitted in

September.

1928

Holland City

Hospital

moves to

its current

location, 602

Michigan

Ave., opening

with 48 beds.

1957

A four-story

addition opens,

increasing bed

count to 143.

1969

A 55-bed addition

opens, increasing

bed count to 198.

1988

Holland

Community

Hospital rolls

out a variety

of services,

including magnetic

resonance imaging,

outpatient

psychiatric care

and a community

health center.

1991

Holland

Community

Hospital’s Boven

Birth Center,

opens one of

the first state-

of-the-art and

private birthing

programs in the

region.

Share Your Experience! Tell us about your experience at Holland Hospital at hollandhospital.org/patientexperience.

Holland Hospital has a big birthday on the horizon. In 2017, the hospital will celebrate its 100th anniversary.

In September 1917, Holland Hospital opened its doors to its first patient—and began a long legacy of providing excellent, compassionate and increasingly innovative health care in the Lakeshore area.

Established in the former home of a local physician, the hospital filled an important need for health care in the growing Holland community. Over the next nine decades, thanks to the vision, generosity and hard work of area residents and health care providers, the hospital grew to become the leading provider of health care services in West Michigan’s Lakeshore communities.

Approaching 100: Holland Hospital Celebrates a Centennial

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1994

Holland

Community

Hospital

opens a new

outpatient

psychiatric

center.

1996

Holland

Community

Hospital breaks

ground on a

$27 million

ambulatory

addition and a

two-tier parking

deck.

2000

The Lakeshore

Medical Campus

opens on Riley

Street on Hol-

land’s north side,

offering radiology,

mammography,

behavioral health

and laboratory

services.

2004

Groundbreaking takes

place for a $45 million,

90,000-square-foot

expansion that includes

a larger and more

efficient Emergency

Department, a leading-

edge Intensive Care

Unit, a new Special

Care Nursery and overall

improved patient and

guest accommodations.

Project was completed

in August 2007.

2006

Urgent Care at the

Lakeshore Medical

Campus expands,

adding five more

treatment rooms and

additional medical

providers.

2010

The Holland

Hospital Medical

Building opens in

Zeeland to provide

convenient access

to Holland Hospital

primary care physi-

cians, specialists

and other services

such as urgent

care, lab and X-ray

services.

2013

New 23,000-square-

foot spine/ortho in-

patient unit opens at

Holland Hospital with

24 private rooms for

orthopedic and spine

surgical patients.

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2016

NEW MEDICAL STAFF

602 Michigan AvenueHolland, Michigan 49423

Join us each month to hear area physicians present on a variety of important medical topics. Get up-to-date health

and wellness information, learn about the latest technology and treatments and get answers to your questions at our free

Physician Lecture Series.

Lectures are held Thursdays from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Holland Hospital Conference Center (unless otherwise noted).

Welcome New Physicians and Allied Health Practitioners Primary CareSarah Sharp, WHNP-BC Spectrum Health Medical Group– OB/GYN588 E. Lakewood BlvdHolland, MI 49424 (616) 494-5850

Erin Walton, CPNP-PCSpectrum Health Medical Group Primary Care/Pediatrics 588 E. Lakewood BlvdHolland, MI 49424 (616) 494-5840

Specialty CareJared Knol, MDCancer & Hematology Centers 12460 Riley St.Holland, MI 49424(616) 399-6500

Mary Fregene, PA-CSpectrum Health Medical Group Gastroenterology588 E. Lakewood BlvdHolland, MI 49424(616) 494-5810

Eric Johnson, PA-C,Spectrum Health Medical Group Cardiovascular Services588 E. Lakewood BlvdHolland, MI 49424(616) 392-3824

Elizabeth Barnes, PA-CLee Majeski, NP-C Shoreline Orthopaedics370 N. 120th Ave.Holland, MI 49424(616) 396-5855

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Mary Hasenauer, DNP, PMHNPBeth Wilmot, LMSWHolland Hospital Behavioral Health Services Holland, MI 49423(616) 494-4217

Alice Emery, MDErin Glovinsky-Sanders, LMSWHospice of Holland270 Hoover BlvdHolland, MI 49423(616) 396-2972

Thomas Manning, MDMatthew Rainey, MDWilliam Cimbalik, PA-CJeffrey Guikema, PA-C Jeffrey Hagedorn, PA-CTimothy Kragt, PA-CAdvanced Radiology Services, PC602 Michigan Ave.Holland, MI 49423

Urgent CareChrista Murphy, MDSarah Janke, PA-CHolland Hospital Urgent Care3232 N. Wellness Dr. Bldg BHolland, MI 49424(616) 494-4250

Hospital MedicineMitchell Grohowski, DORyan Langley, DOL. Richard Lawoyin, MD Terese Szesny, PA-CRebecca Vandenbroek, PA-CHolland Hospital Hospital Medicine602 Michigan Ave.Holland, MI 49423

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September 15 Women’s Health Event featuring multiple women’s health experts October 13 Reflux/GERD presented by general surgeon Stephen VanWylen, MDNovember 10 Urgent Care topics with Medical Director Brian Cote, MD