A PUBLICATION OF HENRY MEDICAL CENTERMarch/April 2011 www.henrymedical.com

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on the cover: Patient - Kelsey Gore of Locust Grove

In this issue - it's all about great care

2 Welcome To Henry Outpatient Surgery Center

6 Getting More Than You Bet On

8 We Got It.

11 HMC News

13 Foundation News

Michie Turpin Photographer Story on page 8

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The beautiful center is conveniently located on

the Ground Floor of Henry Medical Center’s

North Tower. It offers leading edge surgical suites,

recovery areas and comfortably designed waiting

areas including a pediatric waiting area complete

with children’s activity centers.

Prior to the opening, all surgeries – both inpatient and outpatient - were done in the Surgery Department located in the South Tower which houses six operating rooms and a procedure room. In addition to this location and due to the increasing need for surgery space, some surgeries are performed in the Obstetrics/

Gynecology Unit. With surgeons performing more procedures on an outpatient basis each year, space in the department became limited and the demand for a designated area to accommodate outpatient procedures became apparent.

“Our Surgery Department has a very high utilization, and we reached the point where we were having trouble

Henry Medical Center recently opened a new addition in the hospital-Henry Outpatient Surgery Center.

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Welcome to

Outpatient Surgery Center

great care, same day.“The main OR had reached virtual capacity. It was finally time to have truly separate areas for inpatient and outpatient surgery.” ~ HMC President and CEO, Charles Scott

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meeting everyone’s needs,” said Mary Nash, RN, BS, CNOR, director of Perioperative Services at Henry Medical Center. “We were land-locked for operating room space and had no real expansion capabilities within the area.”

An area of undeveloped space on the Ground Floor in the North Tower was perfect to develop as an Outpatient Surgery Center. The new center houses two operating rooms and associated support

space such as admissions, pre- and post-operative care units, recovery area and waiting room space. There’s enough additional space for two more operating rooms in the future as the volume grows.

Outpatient procedures for ear, nose and throat, as well as, general surgery are performed in the new area. According to Nash, “Focusing only on outpatient services will mean patients can schedule procedures sooner and will get in and out quicker on their day of surgery.”

This brand new, state-of-the-art facility is designed for maximum efficiency in patient care. It is convenient

and accessible for patients and their families and has dedicated parking spaces in the hospital’s parking deck. The surgical team at the center includes experienced registered nurses, surgical technicians and anesthesia staff who will develop a plan of care specific to each patient’s needs. The staff at the Henry Outpatient Surgery Center is dedicated to providing the highest surgical care in a compassionate environment. Our motto is “great care, same day.”

For more information on Henry Outpatient Surgery Center, contact Manager Donna Sanford, RN, at 678-604-1753. ~

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Donna Sanford, RN & Mary Nash, RN, BS, CNOR

This will allow us to totally focus on everything we do for that outpatient. ~ Mary Nash, Director of Perioperative Services

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Henry Outpatient Surgery Center Open House Thursday, April 28, 2011 5:30 - 7:00pm We look forward to seeing you!

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A woman on the go, whether it’s working in her many volunteer roles or heading out of town for a girls’ trip,

Joyce Rodgers rarely sits still. As the McDonough resident was boarding a plane to Las Vegas a “pop” in her right knee couldn’t even slow Rodgers down – not right a way at least. Determined not to spoil their trip, Rodgers assured her friend, Jeanne, she was okay.

The two spent the entire day walking the strip in Vegas.

When she awoke the next morning Rodgers realized something more serious might have happened to her knee. It was painful and swollen to about twice its normal size. As a retired nurse, Rodgers understood the importance of a quick diagnosis. She scheduled a consultation with

orthopedic surgeon, Todd Schmidt, M.D.

“His initial diagnosis was ‘probably a torn meniscus,’” Rodgers said. “Not all orthopedic problems are the result of sports injuries.”

“I treat high school, college, and professional athletes in my practice,” Dr. Schmidt said. “But the majority of these problems are in everyday working people

– people who are active and moving and have something happen on the job or while they’re working in the yard or around their home.”

The meniscus is a piece of tough cartilage that rests between the thigh and shin bones to help cushion the knee joint. Meniscal damage is among the most common of knee injuries. Symptoms can include pain, swelling, stiffness, knee joint

“catching” or “locking,” the sensation of the knee “giving way,” or being unable

to move the knee through its full range of motion.

“The most common injury is wear and tear of the meniscus,” Dr. Schmidt said.

“The meniscus becomes weaker as you get older, the same way skin loses its elasticity.” That weakness can lead to fraying and eventual tears.

Rodgers began a course of cortisone injections to relieve pain and underwent procedures to withdraw excess fluid from her knee. By the time she reached the end of the allowable injections, it was evident that Dr. Schmidt needed to explore the knee further.

An MRI indicated a torn meniscus, so Rodgers was scheduled for outpatient arthroscopy at Henry Medical Center. During arthroscopic procedures, the surgeon makes tiny incisions and inserts an arthroscope (a tiny camera instrument

about the size of a pencil) into the joint. The camera sends images to a

television monitor so the surgeon can see to repair or remove damaged tissue.

“The other factor to consider is how healthy the patient’s cartilage is,”

Dr. Schmidt added. “If there’s not much wear of the cartilage, that can help

compensate fairly well for the meniscus loss. It can help determine how successful you

might be with fixing the meniscus.”

Fortunately for Rodgers, her knee cartilage didn’t show much wear.

“I arrived at the hospital early in the morning and was discharged just a few hours after the procedure,” Rodgers said. She left the hospital with a walker and was soon walking without additional assistance. Rehabilitative therapy sessions at Henry Medical Center’s Rehabilitative Center helped speed Rodgers’ progress.

“I didn’t encounter any difficulties or surprises with my procedure,” Rodgers said. “The most difficult part of having the surgery was my limitation on driving since I’m used to coming and going as I please.”

Rodgers also appreciated being able to have her procedure and follow-up care at Henry Medical Center.

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“Arthroscopy helps about two-thirds of patients get over their symptoms in weeks or months.” ~ Todd Schmidt, M.D.

“I was very impressed with the care I received at Henry Medical Center,” she said, “especially the speed and convenience

of having the procedure done at a hospital close to home.” ♦

Jeanne Glover and Joyce Rodgers

Joyce Rodgers

Todd Schmidt, M.D.

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cDonough resident and professional photographerMichie Turpin is a young, active family man with good health. The possibility of being diagnosed with cancer never really occurred to him until he found something unusual while taking a shower last July.

“We left for a weeklong family vacation, so I waited until we got home to tell my wife I found a lump that might be cancer,” Turpin said.

Turpin’s wife Angie reminded him that he could have any number of other problems besides cancer. He knew she was right, but felt just as certain they weren’t simply dealing with swollen glands or other issues.

Turpin made an appointment with urologist, Orlando Lopez, M.D.

Ultrasound results indicated it could be cancer.

“He thought it was testicular cancer but said he wouldn’t know for sure until he got me into the OR

for a biopsy,” Turpin said. “If it was positive, he would remove the testicle then.

If it was negative, we would decide from there what

we needed to do.”

Dr. Lopez performed surgery

on August 2, less than a month after

Turpin realized he had a problem. The biopsy

was positive, so Dr. Lopez removed

the testicle. Turpin’s recovery included a

round of 17 radiation treatments at Henry

Radiation Oncology Center.

“Radiation is noninvasive, but it was tougher than I’d

thought it would be,” Turpin said. “One of the doctors told

me that for some reason it’s common for younger men to have a harder time with the treatments.”

“Testicular cancer is very sensitive to radiation,” explained Sasha Wahab, M.D.

“There’s almost a 100 percent cure rate, especially when it’s treated early.” Men from ages 20 to 39 are most prone to develop testicular cancer; the American Cancer Society estimates that almost 8,500 American men

were diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2010. “The incidence of testicular cancer isn’t as high as

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“Change is the key. If you think something looks or feels different, see your doctor.” ~Orlando Lopez, M.D.

we GOT it.

Michie Turpin and Orlando Lopez, M.D.

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some other kinds, so men might not hear as much about it,” Dr. Lopez said.

“But, because it usually affects men who are younger and otherwise healthy, it can be easier to treat successfully.”

Symptoms of testicular cancer can

include swelling, soreness or pain. Some men, like Turpin, feel a physical difference instead of any other symptoms.

“By the time you reach the age where you might get testicular cancer, you know yourself,” Turpin said. “If you think there’s something wrong with your body, you need to go get checked – even if you don’t have what people might think are ‘normal’ symptoms.”

“Knowing something has changed is the key,” Dr. Lopez agreed. “If you think something’s not quite right, see your primary doctor or another physician for a check-up.”

Turpin’s main concern throughout his diagnosis and treatment was for his wife. “Her mom died of breast cancer in her early 50s and two of her best friends are fighting breast cancer now. I just hated she had to sit in a doctor’s office and hear her husband had cancer too.”

Today, Turpin is cancer free and back to capturing life through the lens of his camera. He looks forward to many more camping trips with his family .

“Now I really try to enjoy every day and be happy with that day. I live more in the moment.”

Turpin will have scheduled follow-up visits for CT scans, chest X-rays and blood work.

“The purpose of follow-up is to sift through things and see that the cancer isn’t

coming back,” Dr. Wahab said. “You want to be sure there are no more signs of trouble.”

Although no one wants to be diagnosed with cancer, Turpin knows he’s much more fortunate than some people. “Dr. Lopez told me from the very beginning that everything was going to be fine – this was just a bump in the road that I would look back on 10 years from now and barely pay attention to. He was right.”

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“It’s great to have the radiation oncology center here in the community. It’s a great opportunity for patients to have their care close to home.” ~ Sasha Wahab, M.D.

Angie, Caroline, Chandler and Michie Turpin

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Sasha Wahab, M.D.

Henry Medical Center NewsHMC Honors Long Time EmployeesHenry Medical Center says thank you to its staff members who have dedicated themselves to caring for our patients during the past 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 years.

DAISY Award Honors Nurses who Provided Extraordinary CareNurses at Henry Medical Center who demonstrate excellence in clinical expertise, service, and care to patients and families are honored with The DAISY Award.

The nationally recognized DAISY Award was created by the family of J. Patrick Barnes who passed away at age 33 from complications of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). The award is used by patients, family members and physicians to say thank you to nurses who exceed expectations.

Since the program began at HMC one year ago, eight nurses have been presented with The DAISY Award including Travis Cochran, Sophie Bannis, Evelyn Avis, Josey Kitt, Bernadette Ahuruonye, Pat Shuler, Cindy Bennett, Cory McCall and Judy Bentley.

DAISY Award nomination forms are located throughout Henry Medical Center and are also available online at www.henrymedical.com.

The DAISY Award at HMC is sponsored by the Auxiliary.

New Support Group: Rachel’s Gift Infant BereavementRachel’s Gift Infant Bereavement Support Group meets the second Thursday each month from 7:00pm to 9:00pm in the hospital’s Foundation Education Center.

Rachel’s Gift is for parents, families, and friends who have experienced a loss through miscarriage, stillbirth or infant death.

For more information please call Lori Beth Blaney at 770-320-7059.

30 Year Employees pictured left to right:

Reba Greer, Radiology Information System Coordinator, Radiology Department Michelle Johnson, Administrative Coordinator, 4 South Nursing Pam Thomas, Patient Care Assistant, Women’s Health Diane Tingle, Central Sterilization Tech, Perioperative Services

10 Years of Service Mimose Augusma Donna Baldridge Charlotte Barnes Cynthia Bennett Vicky Brokaw Deborah Cline Sherilyn Coleman Susan Cushing Rita Dabney Felicia Detrinidad Dwight Fancher Linda Ferrell Gwendolyn Franks Alfreda Fraser Janice Herbster Elisa Hill Linda Hill Maria Igbinovia Maria Lamb Corazon Luna Robin Milam Carolyn Moore Donna McCarney Tonya Padovani Barbara Pearson Whitney Phillips Mary Rockwood Sandi ScaliseStacey Scarbrough Yveta Seise

Tonya SelfridgeCarol StringerKathy TeagueCivita TealSusan TeateDelorie ThomasSandra ThomesAntonia ThurmanLynn TobinPhyllis TurnerSharon WhatleyFelita Williams

15 Years of ServiceFelicia BellSarah CotterAngela DennisJeannette DykenFilisia JacksonCarolyn HeadJerrie JohnsonMaribeth LedfordRonda LindkeSonal PatelKeith SmithLinda TylerGail WhiteakerStephanie WilliamsGina Wooten

20 Years of Service Sally BlackPam Braswell Sonia Bryan Marcie CourtneyDiane Floyd Nelda Hagelthorn Charlie ManuelLinda MarkhamPierrette MorganKim OglesbyKris ScottConnie VandevanderJulie Wall Natalie WilkersonJackie Zamore

25 Years of Service Maria Teresa Borrego Susan Bryant Judy BurdetteJoey ForteMarichel Gaite-LumapasRemedios LunaMiriam Usher

30 Years of Service Reba GreerMichelle JohnsonPam ThomasDiane Tingle

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31st Annual Garden Party benefiting Henry Medical CenterSaturday, May 7, 2011

The 31st Annual Garden Party committee announces Family Medical Clinic as the Soleil Presenting Sponsor for this year’s Cirque Du Henry themed event.

From the moment you step into The Gateway Event Center, you will be enraptured in a fun-filled journey that evolves right before your eyes with exotic acts including scarf dancers

and fire breathers. You’ll dine on a menu that exudes an Epcot flair with multi-cultural cuisines and delicacies.

Join us for an evening designed to take your breath away. For sponsor or ticket information, contact Adam Stanfield at 678-604-5018 or astanfield@hmc-ga.org.

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Henry Medical Center News continued Foundation News

2011 Garden Party Committee from left to right: Jacquie Rives, Michelle Nunnally, Vickie Loper, Ginger Moates, Adam Stanfield, Beverly Van Gorder, Debra Lorenzo, Susan Hoffman and Shellie Tracy

Presented by:

2nd Annual Texas Hold’em Tournament a Success The lights were lowered in the Grand Ballroom of Eagle’s Landing Country Club on Saturday, February 19 as Texas Hold’em players came together from across the region to experience tournament play unlike any other in the Southern Crescent. The evening was presented by Home Helpers - Making Life Easier and raised money for both Henry Medical Center Foundation and Henry County Cancer Services.

Laurel Park a Top Nursing Home in AmericaThe accolades continue as Henry Medical Center’s Laurel Park is again selected as one of America’s Top Nursing Homes.

New Pulmonary Function Machine for Respiratory TherapyHMC recently purchased a new, state-of-the-art Platinum Elite Series Body Plethysmograph for the Respiratory Therapy department.

The Body Plethysmograph offers a complete Pulmonary Function Study while providing patient comfort, easy access, and flexible testing options for all patients, children through adults.

Pulmonary Function Testing is a major step forward in assessing the functional status of the lungs. The tests are used in screening for the presence of obstructive and restrictive diseases, evaluating a patient for surgery, documenting the progression of pulmonary disease and documenting the effectiveness of therapeutic intervention.

Physicians and other health professionals might have education and skills, but the equipment they use can help give them – and their patients – an extra advantage. Henry Medical Center works hard to ensure that surgeons have everything they need to offer patients the latest technological advances and best care possible.

A few recent acquisitions include:

Eleste Marketing, Inc. is a full-service marketing and communications agency owned by Laura Turner. Eleste Marketing offers a comprehensive range of marketing and design solutions to help you grow your business.

Whatever your need, large or small, Eleste Marketing offers the flexibility needed to customize marketing services to fit your goals and budget. www.elestemarketing.com

HMCF Corporate Honor Roll HMCF Corporate Honor Roll

G Gallery offers collaboration between Gaye Burton and Keith Sweat to create beautiful spaces - one room at a time.

Offering the latest in design trends for both interiors and custom framing, Gaye and Keith have developed quite a reputation with their “comfortable chic” designs and unmatched service. www.ggallerydesigns.net

Laurel Park was one of 17,000 Medicare/Medicaid certified nursing homes to have its quality indicators compared in eight areas including nutrition and dietary services, resident services, quality of care, pharmacy services, environmental services, administrative services, treatment of residents and resident rights.

America’s Top Nursing Homes were selected by Consumer’s Research Council of America.

Passion for FASHION Auxiliary Fashion Show

Surgical Advances in the OR

“We have equipment with the absolute latest radiologic features to help physicians do their jobs better,” said David Howe, operating room manager at Henry Medical Center. “The more advanced the equipment is and the more clearly the physician can visualize things, the better he can treat the patient. That leads to better patient outcomes.”

The hospital’s new in-house perioperative training program for OR staff also helps improve patient care. “There’s so much to learn when a nurse begins working in the surgery department,” Howe said. “In the past, we’ve relied on hiring nurses who have been trained elsewhere. Now we’ve implemented a surgical nurse internship that helps us train and grow our nurses here.”

• High definition cameras and monitors for endoscopic procedures

• A state-of-the-art cysto table with high definition monitor

• ERCP technology for less invasive stone removal from the liver, pancreas, or bile duct.

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Al-Anon Meets every Wednesday and Saturday in the Foundation Education Center, 7:00–8:00pm.

Ala TeenMeets every Wednesday in the Foundation Education Center,7:00–8:00pm.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meets every Wednesday and Saturday in the Foundation Education Center, 7:00–9:00pm. Cancer Education/Support Call 678-604-1040 for more information.

CPR and First Aid Rescue techniques are taught by the American Heart Association guidelines. Call 678-604-1040 to register.

Diabetes Self-Management Two-day classes are held each month.

Evening Seminar Series Offers classes on lung and heart disease, cancer and healthy cooking.

Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA) Call 678-604-1040 for more information.

Crohn’s & Colitis Meets third Tuesday of eachmonth in the Foundation Education Center at 7:00pm.

Diabetes Support Group Meets third Tuesday of each month in the Foundation Education Center at 6:00pm. Pre-registration required. Call 678-604-5106 for more information.

Fibromyalgia Support Group Meets Last Thursday of each month in the Foundation Education Center, 7:00–8:30pm.

Georgia Losing for Life Weight Loss SurgeryMeets second Saturday of each month in the Foundation EducationCenter, 11:00am–Noon.

Grief RecoveryCall 678-604-1054 for registration, dates and times.

Lupus Support Meets second Saturday of each month in theFoundation Education Center, 11:00am–1:00pm.

Narcotics Anonymous Meets every Friday from 8:00–9:00pm in the Foundation Education Center, and every Sunday in the Executive Dining Room, from 5:30–6:30pm.

Overeaters AnonymousMeets every Saturday in the Foundation Education Center, 9:00–10:30am.

Post-Partum SupportMeets Every Wednesday in the 4th floor classroom of the North Tower at 8:30am.Call 678-209-4739 for more information.

Rachel’s GiftInfant BereavementSupport GroupFor Parents, Families and Friends who have experienced a loss through miscarriage, stillbirth or infant death.Meets second Thursday of each month in the Foundation Education Center, 7:00–9:00pm.Call 770-320-7059 for more information.

Sisters By ChoiceFor women diagnosed with breast cancer. Meets second Tuesday of each month in the Foundation Education Center at 7:30pm.

Get Moving Again For hip and knee surgery patients. Meets the last Saturday of the month.

Health Fairs Free screenings are offered for blood pressure, cholesterol, blood glucose, bone density, prostate and many other services.

LaLeche League Provides education, information, support and encouragement to women who want to breastfeed. Meets second Wednesday each month, 6:30pm in the Women’s Service Classroom on the 4th floor of the North Tower.

Southern Crescent Parents of MultiplesMeets fourth Thursday of each month in the Foundation Education Center, 7:30–9:00pm.

Southside Weight Loss Surgery GroupMeets fourth Tuesday of each month in the Foundation Education Center, 7:00–8:30pm.

Stroke ResourcesCall 678-604-1040 for more information.

WomenHeartMeets first Tuesday of each month in the Foundation Education Center, 6:00–7:30pm. Call 678-575-7746 for more information. This group is open to men and women.

Look Good Feel Better This program is designed to help women undergoing cancer treatment to regain self-confidence and control over their lives. Meets at Henry Radiation Oncology Center monthly from 10:00am–12:00pm. Call 770-631-0625 for dates and to register.

On-Site Health Related classes Henry Medical Center offers customized on-site health related classes that can be conducted at your business, school, or organization.

Planning for your Final Healthcare Learn how you and your family can discuss and plan in advance for health care at the end of life. Call 678-604-1054.

Support Groups

Classes For more information about classes, please call 678-604-1040.