PeakYour guide to healthy living in the Pikes Peak regionLiving

winter 2014

● Heart attack: We’ve enhanced our care● cancer center: Hope and help for families● HealtHy Helpings: chicken picadillo● Foundation gala: april 12, Broadmoor Hotel

Winning teamcoach applauds Memorial’s chest pain center

For your Familynew primary care practice, convenient location

Peak LivingBrian Newsome Director, Marketing, Communications, Public and Media RelationsErin EmeryEditor, Communications and Marketing

Travis GreerArt DirectorAnslee Wolfe Cover Art

Peak Living is published four times annually by Diablo Custom Publishing 2520 Camino Diablo, Walnut Creek, CA 94597.

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• We’re Committed to Your Health •

We all know that this is the time of the year when

people vow to keep some kind of internal promise, whether it is to lose weight, save money or exer-cise more.

At University of Colorado Health, we try to live our reso-lutions every day through our Mission, Vision and Values.

Across the Front Range, the mission of UCHealth is to improve lives. Whether a patient comes to Memorial Hospital for open-heart surgery or to have an annual mam-mogram, we are resolute in ensur-ing that patients have a quality experience.

Our vision is to move people from health care to health, and we value putting patients first, integrity and excellence. Memorial will be launching a 90-day health challenge in concert with the 2014 Winter Olympics.

It’s been a little more than a year since Memorial became part of UCHealth, and we’re proud of what we have achieved. With dozens of new doctors, the latest technology and a new electronic medical records system that allows patients to view their medical records online, we are excited about 2014.

As a health care leader, I challenge each of you to make a promise to improve your life—

in big ways and small ways. Whether that’s going for a walk, eating an extra vegetable each day or enhancing your life by making a new friend, Memorial is behind you.

Here’s to your health. Happy 2014!

Mike ScialdoneCEO and President Memorial Hospital

Letter from the Ceo

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By T h e N u m B e r s

• Even during the cold winter months, apply a sunscreen or a lotion with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher. Unprotected skin exposure can lead to moles, wrinkles and skin cancers. • During the winter, moisturize more often, using an oil-based ointment that creates a protective layer on the skin. This is especially helpful for your hands, where the skin is more susceptible to itchiness and cracking when it’s cold. • Space heaters and central heating systems add to wintertime dryness. Run a humidifier to help prevent your skin from becoming overly dry. • Hot water removes the skin’s natural oils more quickly than warm or cold water. Take shorter showers and baths and use warm water instead. Source: Emory University School of Medicine

80 percent of the sun,s rays

can penetrate light clouds, snow and fog

60 percentof the human body is made up of water. One of the best things for your wintertime health is to stay hydrated.

• Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas. Carbon monoxide poisoning occurs when too much carbon monoxide builds up in a poorly ventilated space. Breathing too much of it can limit your body’s ability to absorb oxygen, which may lead to serious tissue damage or death.

• Carbon monoxide is produced by appliances and other devices that burn fuels. • Signs and symptoms include a dull headache, weakness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, shortness of breath, confusion, blurred vision or loss of consciousness.

• A carbon monoxide poisoning victim may require treatment in a hyperbaric oxygen chamber. Memorial Hospital has the only program accredited by the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society and the only hyperbaric service available in Southern Colorado. Source: Memorial Hospital

20 is all it takes for carbon monoxide poisoning to set inminutes

• While hydration is top-of-mind for people during the hot Colo-rado summers, the risk of dehydration is also high in the wintertime because the air is drier during cold weather at higher altitudes.• When you see your breath in cold weather, it's because you're humidifying the dry air outside. People can lose between one and two liters of water a day through evaporation from the lungs. • Drinking water can help prevent hypothermia and fatigue, so make it a habit to drink a glass of water when you get out of bed, and keep a water bottle near you all day long.

• On cold days, drinking tea or eating soup can help with your fluid intake. Sliced fruits and veggies, because of their high water content, can also help. Source: Memorial Hospital

Some 600,000 people die annually of heart disease and more than 5 million Americans visit hospitals each year with chest pain. Memorial Hospital recently

achieved an important and distinguished accreditation recognizing its expertise in preventing and treating heart attacks, the leading cause of death in the United States.

The Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (SCPC) has awarded Memorial full accreditation with Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). Hospitals with SCPC accredita-tion have implemented protocols and procedures that lead to faster, better care for patients experiencing heart attacks or chest pain.

To become accredited, Memorial Hospital demonstrated its expertise across a stringent set of criteria and underwent a rigorous onsite review by a team of SCPC’s accreditation review specialists.

“The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is the ‘extra,’ ” says Memorial Hospital President and CEO Mike Scialdone. “As an accredited Chest Pain Center, we’ve

focused on the extras that improve lives and help people in life-or-death situations return home to their families.”

It begins with education. The faster someone recognizes the symptoms and signs, the faster someone will seek help. It also requires a strong relationship with first responders and emergency personnel. Early interventions before arriv-ing at the hospital are critical, and once someone arrives at the hospital, efficient processes and good communication are required.

“This accreditation recognizes that our protocols across the system are optimized to reduce the time from when a person experiences chest pain or heart attack symptoms to diagnosis and treatment,” says Dr. Russell Linsky, medical director of Invasive Cardiology for Memorial Hospital. “The sooner we identify symptoms and administer treatment, the more we are able to preserve the integrity of heart muscle and the better the outcomes are for patients.”

Our Faster, Better Care for Heart AttackYour family now has access to a fully accredited Chest Pain Center

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n e w s a n d n ot es

Garden of the GodsPerkins Central Garden Trail runs through the heart of the park and is accessible year-round

Planning Your Hike• From November 1–April 30, the park is open

from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Per Perkins’ wish, the park is free and open to the public.

• Start at the main parking lot on Juniper Way Loop Road.

• The paved and wheelchair accessible trail experiences minimal gains in elevation. It starts at 6,450 feet and reaches a top elevation of 6,475 feet.

• The park is home to rock formations, wild animals and more than 130 species of birds.

• For a complete list of trails in the park, pick up a map at the Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center. The Visitor Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the winter months and is located at 1805 N. 30 St., Colorado Springs, CO 80904.

Garden of the Gods Park was formally established in 1909 when Charles Perkins’ heirs donated 480 acres to the city of Colorado Springs. Perkins, who was president of the

Burlington Railroad, purchased property in Colorado Springs in 1879 with the intent to build a summer home. He never did, prefer-ring to leave his wonderland in its natural state for the enjoyment of the public.

Today, Garden of the Gods Park is more than two square miles and is designated as a National Natural Landmark. The trail that runs through the heart of the park, and some of its most scenic red rocks, is named in Perkins’ honor.

The Perkins Central Garden Trail is paved and accessible by both wheelchairs and strollers. It is also traversable year-round. The easy, 1.5 mile roundtrip has less than a 30-foot rise in elevation. Optional detours can extend the excursion.

Starting from the main parking area off Juniper Way Loop Road, this trail offers glimpses of Signature Rock, Cathedral Spires, Three Graces and Pulpit Rock. Wintertime hikers are also rewarded with snow-covered views of Pikes Peak.

There are interpretive signs along the trail, so plan enough time to soak in the park’s scenery and its story.

Have Favorite Hikes?To trade tips on our Facebook page, scan the QR code with your smartphone.

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The Right Place, the Right Time

DFive decades later, from his desk in front of the classroom and his view as a basketball coach, McKiernan says that he witnessed not only the evolution of education, but the evolution of a nation.

In the 1960s, the big story was integration, followed by the turmoil that came with the drug culture in the 1970s, and finally into the next century, when computers started to replace books as the learning tools of choice.

Guiding children through such topsy-turvy times, McKiernan says, required more than just commit-ment. “Teaching is a wonderful, wonderful vocation. You’re with the kids more than their parents are. You have to really, really, really care about them—in the classroom and on the court. You’ve got to know what they’re doing.”

It’s impossible to know how many thousands of young lives McKiernan improved over the years. As a coach at Palmer and Doherty high schools, he won 610 basketball games and two state championships. He’s been inducted into the Colorado Springs Sports Hall of Fame. Many of his players have gone onto the pros.

“I’ve been successful because I’ve been in the right place with the right administrators—I’ve had the right kids, the right assistant coaches,” McKiernan says. “And I just think, ‘Thank goodness that I had a chance to do that.’ ”

A veteran coach had good fortune in his career and in his heart attack treatment at Memorial Hospital

[Dan McKiernan’s teaching career began rather simply, with only a few rules. Students were not allowed to chew gum in class or write on the new desks. The length of a boy’s hair had to be above the collar, and the hem on a girl’s dress had to be below the knee. That was 1962.

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The Right Place, the Right Time

This celebrated Colorado Springs educator knows the benefits of teamwork—from his days as a high school basketball coach to his life-saving experi-ence in Memorial’s Emergency Department.

In FocusTo schedule an appointment with a cardiologist, please call 719-355-7080. To make an appointment with a primary care physician, please call 719-355-7920.

Accessing Memorial’s Expert CareIt turns out, even a few years into retirement, McKiernan still has a knack for being in the right place—with the right people.

One morning he awoke at 4 a.m. in his Colorado Springs home. His left arm was as limp as spaghetti. The veteran coach thought that perhaps he had struck his funny bone.

McKiernan turned to Flo, his wife of 55 years, and said he thought he needed to go to the hospital. Afraid that calling an ambulance would be embarrassing if it turned out that he only had gas pains, McKiernan drove himself to Memorial Hospital, four miles away.

When he arrived, he parked his car at the front door of the emergency room and told the valet that he thought he was having a heart attack.

In the Emergency Department, McKiernan saw the kind of teamwork that led his Palmer Terrors to the state championship in the year 2000, the Terrors’ second state championship under McKiernan in seven years. “There were no real superstars on that team,” he says. “They were so good at just being good teammates. … They cared about each other. They had camaraderie and esprit de corps.”

A nurse in the emergency department seated McKier-nan in a wheelchair and placed two nitrogylcerin tablets under his tongue. “I had a nurse there, a nurse there, a

nurse here,” McKiernan says, motioning around his body. “They put me on the stretcher and started putting all the little patches on. I’m lying there, and it was so fast. It was maybe 10 minutes before I saw a surgeon; probably about another 30 minutes and I saw two more—three doctors were there. They had all these tests going. I had all these machines, it was just wham, wham, wham, it was so impressive.”

Tests showed that McKiernan had blockage in his arteries. “We’re going to fix you up,’’ the doctor said.

McKiernan needed triple bypass surgery. Doctors retrieved veins from his leg and neck, vessels that were used to build new pathways for blood to travel in his heart. “They set me up. I went up to a room and there were three more nurses, they started doing all this stuff—prepping me,” he says. “It was magnificent. It wasn’t like getting your tonsils out, it felt like a Rolls Royce.”

Road to RecoveryAfterwards, in the hospital, McKiernan joked and laughed with his family, who had gathered around him. “I was hoping,” he told the group, “if I went through this I would at least see the light, something where I could say, ‘Yeah!’—or at least see Elvis, just to make this all worthwhile.’’

“Well, you saw us,” recalled Flo, in a playful reply. “You came out of it.”

Along with the thousands of children McKiernan taught, he and his wife, Flo, raised seven kids and have 20 grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

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After McKiernan got back on his feet, he attended cardiac rehabilitation therapy, which he fondly called “heart attack school.” He says the nurses would check his pulse, blood pressure and weight. “I’m a natural— I don’t have any problems talking, I had all these guys, and I said we ought to organize. I’ll have some T-shirts made and we can be the brew crew from Memorial Hospital,” McKiernan says. “We actually had a bond. In fact, I saw a couple of them recently and they’re still doing well.”

The nurses, he says, did not enthusiastically endorse that idea, although they were excited to see a man who had improved so many lives try to build a new team. Once again, McKiernan had found himself in the right place at the right time, with the right people around him.

Moments of ReflectionMcKiernan says his life now, as always, is about kids. Along with the thousands of children he taught, McKier-nan and Flo raised five kids of their own, plus two other children they took in and gave a home.

The couple now has 20 grandchildren and great-grand-children and they’re curious to see how their stories will evolve. Where will life take them? Who will they become? Who will they love?

Having a front-row seat for those life stories is one thing McKiernan will never take for granted. Given all that he’s been through—before and after his time at Memorial—he’s prepared to savor every minute and to fully enjoy it.

McKiernan needed triple bypass surgery. Doctors retrieved veins from his leg and neck, vessels that were used to build new pathways for blood to travel to his heart.

With cardiac rehab at Memorial Hospital behind him, McKiernan takes time to recall happy memories on the courts where he once coached.

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i n f o c u s : c a r d i a c c a r e

Available to you and your family, conveniently located in northern Colorado Springs

Our New Primary Care PraCtiCe

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Going to a doctor doesn’t make anyone’s Top 10 List of things they’d like to do. Nevertheless, having an annual checkup with your primary

care physician is one of the best things you can do for your health, along with exercising, eating right and main-taining a healthy weight.

Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that it has hired three primary care physicians and a nurse practi-tioner who specialize in internal and family medicine. Dr. John S. O’Keeffe, Dr. Vinu Shrestha, Dr. Karen Chang and nurse practitioner Linda Langlais comprise Briargate Primary Care and are conveniently located in northern Colorado Springs.

Since Memorial became part of University of Colo-rado Health more than a year ago, dozens of physicians have been hired, UCHealth has invested millions in new technology and the hospital has significantly improved its quality measures.

Dr. Chang has been a physician for more than 20 years. She is an especially good listener and takes time to understand the concerns of her patients. “I like diagnosing patient illnesses, but I am also a proponent of preventative care,” says Dr. Chang. “I try to encour-age people to eat well, exercise and maintain a healthy

weight. That helps them to eliminate problems like diabe-tes, high blood pressure and metabolic problems.”

Dr. Shrestha has practiced primary medicine for six years in Colorado Springs. “I definitely encourage people to maintain a healthy lifestyle,” she says. “Especially in Colorado, there is so much to do outdoors. I see many people getting outside to exercise, and I like seeing that.”

These Memorial doctors are located at the Briargate Medical Campus near Union Boulevard and Research Parkway. The physicians provide care for people who are age 16 and older.

iN FOCus: Primary Care

Briargate Primary CareHours Monday–Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: Closed Major Holidays: ClosedLocated at the Briargate Medical Campus 8890 N. Union Blvd., Suite 170Colorado Springs, CO 80920memorialprimarycare.org Fax: 719-572-5551 To make an appointment, call 719-355-7920.

At Your ServiceThe new physicians and nurse practitioner at Briargate Primary Care

Karen E. Chang, M.D.Dr. Karen chang’s adult-centered internal Medicine practice is exceptionally dedicated to preventive health. Dr. chang earned her medical degree, and com-pleted her internship and her residency at the university of texas Health Science center at Houston.

Dr. chang has a par-ticular interest in the scope of diabetes, geriatrics and hypertension. Dr. chang also sees patients for preventive care, thyroid, urinary, sleep and Gi disorders, hyperlip-idemia, osteoarthritis, back pain, osteoporosis, metabolic syndrome and coPD/asthma. Since moving from Florida in 2010, Dr. chang and her family have fallen in love with colorado's mountains and weather.

John S. O’Keeffe, M.D.Dr. o’Keeffe is a family practice physician who has been practicing medicine in colorado Springs since 1989. Dr. o'Keeffe earned his medical degree at oregon Health Science university, and completed the Family Practice residency program from Martin Army Hospital at Fort Benning, Ga. After com-pleting his last tour of duty in Germany, Dr. o’Keeffe prac-tied in the Family Medicine Department at Fort carson.

He married his college sweetheart in 1982 and the couple have three children—all graduates of Gonzaga university, like himself. He enjoys spending time in the mountains, hiking and running, and has completed the Pikes Peak Ascent and Marathon multiple times.

other pastimes include reading and sports. He also volunteers at the Set clinic, which treats uninsured patients.

Vinu Shrestha, M.D.Dr. Shrestha is board-certified in adult-centered internal Medicine. She completed her residency and internship at St. Luke’s Hospital. She enjoys challenges related to management of complex diseases such as hyperten-sion, diabetes, lipid disorders, and obesity, and is intrigued by the positive impact of exercise and weight loss on these disease manifestations. Dr. Shrestha has a particular interest in the scope of choles-terol management, depres-sion and geriatrics. She holds a master’s degree in public health from Johns Hopkins

university and is certified in Lipidology by the American Board of clinical Lipidology.

Linda Langlais, FNP-CLinda Langlais FNP-c, received her bachelor of science degree from the uni-versity of Northern colorado and her master’s of science degree in nursing from the university of colorado at colorado Springs. She is nationally certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner.

Not only does Linda have many years of experience, she also has a deep compas-sion for each and every one of her patients. Her caring nature ensures the highest quality of health care.Along with her family, she loves to spend time in the mountains skiing and hiking.

Karen e. chang, M.D. John S. o’Keeffe, M.D. vinu Shrestha, M.D. Linda Langlais, FNP-c

In Focus: cancer care

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Oosterhous plays a round of tennis. As coach of the Air Force Academy men’s tennis team, Oosterhous has combined hard work and a positive attitude to regain physical abilities that were lost after two strokes.

Above: Kevin O’Gara, chair, Memorial Hospital Foundation; Sloan Maes, director of oncology, Memorial Hospital; and Cary Blanchette, executive director, Memorial Health Foundation. Left: Leslie Bernsen, Matthew Bernsen’s mother, donated 49 pieces of her artwork (including those pictured) to the Memorial Hospital Foundation.

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Six weeks before his 36th birth-day, Matthew Bernsen died. His family will never forget the

love and care their son received from caregivers at Memorial Hospital.

At the age of 35, Matthew, a professional chef, was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer of the glandular tissue. The cancer quickly spread to his spine, hip and femur. During his care at Memorial Hospital’s Cancer Center, Matthew received financial help for ancillary expenses from the Circle of Hope Fund, administered through the Memorial Hospital Foundation. The financial help was a great relief for Matthew, who worried he would leave his family with a pile of bills.

“Circle of Hope is a community-based, what-can-we-do-to-help orga-nization. It is one of the blessings here in Colorado,” Rod Bernsen said after his son’s passing.

To show the family’s appreciation, Leslie Bernsen, Matthew’s mother

and an artist, recently donated 49 pieces of her mixed media artwork to the Foundation to sell for the benefit of Circle of Hope. The paintings now hang in a newly remodeled space in the Memorial Cancer Center. The space is warm, painted with soothing colors and graced by Leslie’s artistry.

According to Sloan Maes, direc-tor of oncology services at Memorial Hospital, numerous studies show that color, light, sounds and symbols create an aesthetically pleasing environment that aids in healing. The newly remodeled space allows patients to receive nearly all of their oncology services under one roof.

“This space gives patients with cancer a haven from the stress and chaos that may come with a cancer diagnosis,” says Maes. “It’s a place where patients can quietly talk with a doctor or nurse about their treat-ment and what they may expect along their cancer journey. It’s one of

the ways that we are improving the patient experience at Memorial.”

When Kevin O’Gara, vice president of JEDunn Construction and chair of the Memorial Hospital Foundation, heard about the project, he asked his company to purchase all 49 pieces. “We were on board 100 percent,” says O’Gara. “The people who come here usually have to deal with serious issues. If we can help their stay be a little more comfortable or a little more tolerable, then we are happy to help.”

Cary Blanchette, executive director of the Memorial Hospital Foundation, says the Circle of Hope Fund helps Memorial help patients who need assistance with everyday expenses. Blanchette puts it this way: ”It allows people to concentrate on fighting cancer and improving their lives in a setting that has been made more comfortable, thanks to friends in the Colorado Springs community.”

Honoring tHe CirCle of HopeCommunity donations—and Memorial Hospital’s remodeled facilities—lift cancer patients’ spirits

S o u n d B i t e S

Nutrition

Chicken Picadillo––1 pound chicken breast, boneless, skinless,

cut into thin strips 2 teaspoons olive oil1 large yellow onion, finely chopped1 medium green pepper, finely chopped1 medium red pepper, finely chopped3 cloves garlic, mashed⅓ cup no-salt-added tomato sauce⅓ cup low-sodium chicken broth⅓ cup fresh lemon juice⅓ cup water¼ teaspoon ground cumin2 bay leaves¼ cup golden raisinsGarnishes:Fresh cilantro leaves1 tablespoon capers, drained2 tablespoons green olives, chopped––heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. add the onion, peppers, and garlic, and sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. add the chicken and stirfry for another 5 to 10 minutes, until the chicken has cooked through. add the tomato sauce, chicken broth, lemon juice, cumin, bay leaves, water and raisins to the vegetables and chicken. Cover the pan and reduce the heat. simmer for 10 minutes or until the chicken is tender. remove the bay leaves and serve with brown rice and black beans. Garnish with fresh cilantro, capers and olives.

Makes 6 servings

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This easy chicken recipe has interesting, fresh flavors and is low in fat, calories and sodium. Served with brown rice and beans, it’s one of the healthiest, most comforting winter meals around. e ach serving (¾ cup)

provides: Calories: 162 Total fat: 5 g saturated fat: 1 g Cholesterol: 46 mg sodium: 133 mgTotal fiber: 2 g Protein: 18 gCarbohydrates: 13 g Potassium: 380 mg

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source: national heart, Lung and Blood institute

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EXERCISE AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Create Your WeightDuring these 90-minute classes that run for six consecutive weeks, students will learn how to manage their weight through healthy eating and exercise. Each student will be individually evaluated, and a proper caloric intake will be calcu-lated for meals.Fee: $135

PilatesStretching, strengthening and toning that improves flex-ibility, balance and posture through a unique system of exercises. Eight classes.Fee: $65

Yoga for SeniorsThis class is suitable for seniors or those who prefer gentle yoga. Meets once a week for four weeks. Fee: $50

ZumbaThis dance exercise has global roots: merengue from the Dominican Republic, salsa from Cuba, samba from Brazil with a twist of African tango. Fee: $45

PARENTING

Love & LogicGet practical tips and learn to enjoy parenting using the “C.O.O.L.” formula created by Jim Fay and Foster Cline.Fee: $55

Newborn CareThis two-night class provides hands-on experience in newborn care: diapering, dressing, bathing, soothing techniques and much more.Fee: $45

PRENATAL

Boot Camp for New DadsNew dads and dads-to-be discuss fatherhood’s joys and responsibilities. Topics include newborn care,

balancing work and family, supporting new moms, dealing with relatives, provid-ing safety and preventing child abuse.Fee: $45

Prenatal PilatesGeared to the pregnant woman, this class helps build strength, increase circulation and relaxation, and relieve common aches and pains. Fee: $40

Events SIGN UP NOW: For a complete listing of class dates and times, and to register for classes, please go to our website, memorialhealthsystem.com. Prices, dates and times are subject to change. For information, or to register, call 719-444-CARE (2273).Registration information: Please have your credit card number ready when you call. Payment is required at time of registration. If you are unable to attend a class, we require a seven-day notice for a refund. Cancellation policy: We reserve the right to cancel any program for lack of partici-pation or inclement weather. In such cases, a full credit will be applied toward another class.

Save the Date!

Yoga for Beginners yoga improves strength and flexibility; helps relieve stress.Fee: $55

Yoga

Childbirth Classesliz ash has been teaching memo-rial Hospital’s childbirth classes for 25 years. during a series of four night classes or an all-day Sunday class, you’ll learn what to expect and how to maximize comfort during childbirth.Fee: $85

Childbirth

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The 12th Annual Memorial Hospital Foundation Gala will be held on April 12 at the Broadmoor Hotel, 1 Lake Avenue, Colorado Springs, 80906. Please join us at the 5-star, 5-diamond hotel as we celebrate the achievements of the Memorial Hospital Founda-tion over the past year.For sponsorship or ticket details, contact Crista Muchmore at crista.muchmore@uchealth.org or 719-365-5871.

At Memorial Hospital’s Mary Lou BeshearsBreast Care Center, no mammogram is routine.Every mammogram is a life.

Our team of specialized breast radiologists read every mammogram, every time. Their expertise resultsin earlier detection—which could save your life.

To schedule your mammogram at the Mary LouBeshears Breast Care Center, call 719-623-7968or visit memorialbreastcenter.org.

Your health is too important to be routine.

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