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A L E T T E R F R O M K E I T H P E N N I N G T O NAs we begin the month of February, our organization will be celebrating National Heart Month. This month focuses on the importance of protecting yourselves and others from heart disease. It’s about learning how to live a healthier, heart-friendly lifestyle and being aware of each of the risk factors associated with the number one cause of death in the U.S.

One of the ways Medical West will celebrate National Heart Month is by participating in National Wear Red Day on Friday, February 3rd. All employees are invited to wear a red shirt in honor of this special day. If you do not have a red shirt, you may pick up a red ribbon from the Marketing Office.

We will also host our first Senior Care Luncheon of 2017 on Friday, February 17th at the Bessemer Civic Center.

Dr. Kristen Michael will be speaking about hypertension and guests will be able to participate in free blood pressure and BMI screenings.

For those participating in Scale Back Alabama, I congratulate you on taking steps to improve your overall heart health through exercise and healthy eating. Best of luck to each of you! Even if you are not participating in Scale Back Alabama, I encourage you to start the new year by making healthy choices. Whether it’s trying the weekly Scale Back Special in the cafeteria or walking during your breaks (see the Medical West Walking Map on page 3), you are sure to feel better mentally and physically.

Lastly, we are teaming up with the American Heart Association and CBS 42 to spread heart health awareness to our surrounding community.

I would like to thank Dr. Andrea Shirey and Dr. Brad Goodman for speaking about the importance of keeping a healthy heart during CBS 42’s news segments this month. Tune in on February 9th to learn more about National Heart Month and ways you can continue to live a heart-healthy lifestyle.

I hope we can take the opportunity this month to become more aware of our hearts and take any steps necessary to prevent heart disease in ourselves, our families and the patients we care for.

Thanks for all you do,

Keith Pennington, CEO and President

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YOUR NEWSNEWS Scale Back Alabama Update

Thank you to all who are participating in Scale Back Alabama! We have officially lost 297 pounds. Way to go!

Congratulations to our weekly winner of a $25 Subway gift card:Week 1: Donnecia Hall, Jerry McLane Internal Medicine

Don’t forget that weekly weigh-ins are every Wednesday from 7am until 10am in the Employee Health Office. Each participant that has lost one pound or more since the previous week’s weigh-in are placed into a drawing. You can be our next winner! All who weigh-in will receive a special giveaway!

134 participants.Our Goal : 1,340 pounds in 10 weeks.

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POB SQUARE HOSPITAL STROLL SCENIC ROUTEDISTANCE: ½ MILE - INDOOR

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Head up to the 3rd, 4th, or 5th Floors of the Professional Office Building (POB) to enjoy this quiet, easy stroll. 13 laps around one floor = ½ mile. If you would like a bit harder of a workout, try dividing the 13 laps between different floors and use the stairs to get from one floor to another.

DISTANCE: 1 MILE - INDOOR(12 - 25 minutes)

Begin your walk at the Parking Deck Entrance by the Emergency Department. Turn right onto the main hallway, passing Purchasing, both sets of elevators, and continue towards the POB. Pass the Cafeteria on your right and end your walk at the Parking Lot Entrance to the POB. Complete this path 8 times (4 times round trip) to cover 1 mile.

DISTANCE: 1 MILE - OUTDOOR(12-25 minutes)

This outdoor stroll starts in the staff parking lot behind the Warehouse and Wound Center. Simply follow the perimeter of the parking lot a total of 10 times to complete 1 mile.

The Healthy Facts of WALKING

Walking is one of the simplest and safest aerobic exercises you can do. It will help you strengthen your bones, control your weight, and condition your heart and lungs.

Being consistent in your walking exercise routine is one of the most important factors in developing a healthy physical activity program. Research has shown that people who walk approximately 20-25 miles per week outlive those who don’t walk by several years.

Here are some quick facts about walking:

• On average, every minute of walking can extend your life by 1.5 to 2 minutes.

• Walking an extra 20 minutes each day will burn off 7 pounds of body fat per year.

• To burn off 1 plain M&M candy, you need to walk the full length of a football field.

• Longer, moderately-paced daily walks (40 minutes at 60% to 65% maximum heart rate) are best for losing weight.

• Shorter, faster walks (20-25 minutes at 75% to 85% maximum heart rate) are best for conditioning your heart and lungs.

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YOUR EVENTSEVENTS2017

JANUARY/FEBRUARY

celebrati ng materials managem ent week

february bi rth day breakfast

Monday, February 20th- Friday, February 24th

Thank you to the Materials Management team members for your hard work and dedication to Medical West. We appreciate you!

sen ior carelu nch eon

Friday, February 17th @ 11am(Bessemer Civic Center) Seniors ages 50+ are invited to join us for a Senior Care Wellness Luncheon on Friday, February 17th at the Bessemer Civic Center. The cost is $3 at the door. Hear guest speaker Dr. Kristen Michael speak about high blood pressure. To RSVP, please call (205) 996-WEST.

celebrati ng an esth esia week

Monday, January 16th- Friday, January 20th

Thank you to the Anesthesia team members for your hard work and dedication to Medical West. We appreciate you!

Thursday, February 23rd

@ 8:00am (Civic Room) All employees with a February birthday are invited to join us as we celebrate your special day! Join us for breakfast and enter for a chance to win some great door prizes! Call ext. 8500 to RSVP.

national wear red day

Friday, February 3rd

Medical West will celebrate National Heart Month by participating in National Wear Red Day on Friday, February 3rd. All employees are invited to wear a red shirt in honor of this special day. If you do not have a red shirt, you may pick up a red ribbon from the Marketing Office.

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YOUR HEALTHHEALTHWELLNESS CENTER

YOUR 10 WEEK WORKOUT PLAN!Become a member of the The Medical West Wellness Center and take advantage of their 10 week Workout Plan. Everything you need for a healthier YOU!

Call TODAY

Become a member for only $10 a month!205.481.7474

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source: http://skinnytaste.com

Roasted spaghetti squashed topped with marinara sauce, grilled chicken, melted mozzarella and some fresh basil! It’s Amore!

Cheesy Baked Spaghetti Squash Boats with Grilled Chicken

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 small/medium ripe spaghetti squash• salt and fresh pepper, to taste• 4 thin chicken cutlets, about 3oz each• pinch of garlic powder• ¼ tsp oregano• 2 cups marinara sauce, warm• 1 cup part skim shredded mozzarella

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350°. Cut the squash in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds and fibers with a spoon. Place on a baking sheet, cut side up and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast about an hour or until the skin gives easily under pressure and the inside is tender.

If you prefer the microwave, cut squash in half lengthwise, scoop out seeds and fibers and place on a microwave safe dish and cover. Microwave 8-9 minutes.

Meanwhile, while the squash is roasting, season chicken cutlets with salt, pepper, garlic powder and oregano. Heat a grill pan (or a George formal grill) over medium-high heat, when hot grill chicken on both sides until cooked through, about 3-5 minutes. Set aside on a dish.

Remove the spaghetti squash from the oven or microwave and carefully fluff the spaghetti-like strands on each half with a fork, leaving the squash in the shell. Season with salt and pepper, then spoon about 1/4 cup marinara in each boat.

Slice the chicken on the diagonal and place each piece on top of each squash half. Top the chicken with 1/4 cup each of remaining marinara sauce, then top with cheese and place back into the hot oven and cook until the cheese is melted and the sauce is hot, about 12 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil and serve with parmesan cheese on the side if desired.

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www.apic.org/InfectionPreventionandYou

The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) may update guidance related to gloves as emerging pathogens arise and new recommendations are developed. Be on the lookout for updates by visiting the OSHA website or consult your facility’s infection prevention or occupational health department. Learn more: https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&p_id=10051

The FDA has proposed a ban on most powdered medical gloves in an effort to protect patients and healthcare personnel from a danger they may not even be aware of. See the link for the news release: http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm491466.htm

RESOURCES

*The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Guideline for hand hygiene in healthcare settings,” October 2002. Available at: http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/PDF/rr/rr5116.pdf

*The World Health Organization, “Glove Use Information Leaflet,” August 2009. Available at: http://www.who.int/gpsc/5may/Glove_Use_Information_Leaflet.pdf

APIC Guide to the Elimination of Infections in Hemodialysis, 2010. Available at: http://www.apic.org/Professional-Practice/Implementation-guides#Hemodialysis

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Frequently Asked Questions - Personal Protective Equipment (Masks, Protective Eyewear, Protective Apparel, Gloves),” July 2013. Available at: http://www.cdc.gov/oralhealth/infectioncontrol/faq/protective_equipment.htm

The Joint Commission, “Glovesick,” July 2014. Available at: http://www.jcrinc.com/assets/1/7/ECNews-Jul-2014.pdf

The Department of Labor, Occupational Safety & Health Administration, Letter of Interpretation, April 2, 2007. Available at: https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=INTERPRETATIONS&p_id=25742

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Kristen Jacobs is a Nurse Anesthetist from Baton Rouge, Louisiana and has worked at Medical West for nine years. Kristen received duel Bachelors of Science degree; She received her Bachelors of Chemistry from Southeastern Louisiana University and her Bachelors in Nursing from UAB. Kristen also has a Masters in Nurse Anesthesia which she received from the Samford University.

Fun Facts About Kristen Jacobs:1. I met my husband, Jud, in college.2. We just celebrated our 17th wedding anniversary.3. I have twin boys that are 14 years old, Peyton and Jack.4. My favorite pastime is watching football with my husband and

sons.5. I love LSU football and baseball.6. I love to read.7. I love to travel.

KRISTEN JACOBS, MSN, CRNANurse Anesthesia

Meet Your Co-Worker

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Meet a Department!Celebrating Anesthesia Week

There are 12 Nurse Anesthetists in the Medical West Anesthesia department. We provide 24 hour anesthesia care throughout the hospital. Our goal is to be the patient’s advocate, while vigilantly providing safe and effective anesthesia. Cases we provide anesthesia for include general surgery, orthopedic, urology, gynecology, obstetrics, vascular, neurology, thoracic, ophthalmology, ENT, plastics, podiatry, gastroenterology and pain management. In 2016, Nurse Anesthetists provided anesthesia in 8,313 cases at Medical West. In addition to providing anesthesia care to our patients, we are all clinical instructors for both Samford and UAB’s Nurse Anesthesia programs.

Medical West Nurse Anesthetists evaluate the patient prior to providing care to the patient and collaborate with the Anesthesiologist to form the best anesthetic plan for the patient and procedure. We provide general anesthesia, monitored anesthesia sedation and spinal anesthesia to patients in the hospital/ASC operating rooms, the GI Lab and OB department. We are available for emergency intubations during Code Blue or respiratory distress situations. Our Nurse Anesthetists are with the patient continually throughout their procedure. Every Medical West Nurse Anesthetist is committed to minimizing pain and giving the patient the best perioperative experience possible.

- Andy Shaw, Chief Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

N O M I N A T I O N S

employee monthof the

Do you know of someone who deserves to be our next Employee of the Month? To nominate someone, contact the Marketing Department at ext. 8505 or Human Resources at ext. 7105 to complete a nomination form.

Thanks for reading this issue of Med West Press!If you have a Pat on the Back or a special feature you would like to see

in our next issue, please email it to caroline.dahlen@uabmw.org.

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EMPLOemployee of the month

Sherry Lewis

JANUARY 2017

congratulations to sherry lewis for receiving our january employee of the month award. sherry exhibits each of the medical west values and we are honored to have her as part of our team. thank you sherry for your

outstanding performance and commitment to medical west!

MEDICAL WESTcongratulates our

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