Waterman WellnessExtending the Healing Ministry of Christ

Summer 2017

WatermanWellness.com

Norma Jean Dempsey’s case of heartburn turned out to be something more pg 3

Happy heartAlbert Riley hops back on his bike after healing from surgery for a sneaky heart condition.

Like Jennifer Deen, discover great care for moms and babies pg 7

Watch Waterman Wellness

Learn about health and wellness news from local

experts.

Lake Sumter TelevisionComcast Ch. 13 Bright House Spectrum Ch. 498 CenturyLink Prism Ch. 83Mon.: 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Tues./Thurs.: 5 p.m.Wed.: 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.Fri.: 8:30 a.m., 4:30 p.m. and 8 p.m.Sat.: 8:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m.

Create your own calm spaceLiving in the Sunshine State, it’s easy to take our surroundings for granted. But the environment affects our overall wellness. In addition to the outdoors, your environment includes your immediate surroundings. The things you see, hear, smell and feel affect your well-being.

Make this work for you: Take a look around, and take note of your environment. Do piles of papers cover your desk? Are there piles of clothes around your home? Disorganized work and living spaces can be distracting and stress-inducing.

Create a sense of calm by organizing your home and office. Add some plants and artwork, and let in natural light.

Summer veggie soupMakes 6 servings.

Ingredients1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil1 medium onion, chopped4 cloves garlic, minced2 carrots, sliced into ¼-inch pieces32 ounces reduced-sodium chicken broth (vegetable broth may be substituted)1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed2 medium yellow squash, sliced into ¼-inch pieces1 medium zucchini, sliced into ¼-inch pieces2 medium potatoes, diced into ½-inch pieces1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozenSalt and freshly ground black pepper to taste6 asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch pieces2 plum or Roma tomatoes, coarsely chopped¼ cup fresh basil, finely chopped¼ cup fresh chives, coarsely chopped

Directions w In soup pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add

onion and garlic, and sauté about 6 to 8 minutes. w Add carrots, and cook until softened, about

5 minutes. w Stir in broth, chickpeas, squash, zucchini,

potatoes, corn, salt and pepper. Bring to boil. w Reduce heat, and simmer about 5 minutes.

Stir in asparagus, and cook 2 minutes, or until squash and potatoes are tender but not mushy. Stir in tomatoes and cook 2 minutes.

w Place in bowls, garnish with basil and chives, and serve.

Nutrition informationServing size: ⅙ recipe. Amount per serving: 210 calories, 3.5g total fat (0g saturated fat), 38g carbohydrates, 9g protein, 7g dietary fiber, 340mg sodium.

Source: American Institute for Cancer Research

2 FHWaterman.com | 352-253-3333

CREATION HealthCREATION Health is creating a healthier Lake County focused on whole-person lifestyle transformation. CREATION Health helps people live life to the fullest by focusing on the eight universal principles of whole-person health God originally gave at Creation, including choice, rest, environment, activity, trust, interpersonal relations, outlook and nutrition.

WATERMAN WELLNESS is published as a community service for the friends and patrons of Florida Hospital Waterman, 1000 Waterman Way, Tavares, FL 32778-5266. To unsubscribe, call 352-253-3388.

Information in WATERMAN WELLNESS comes from a wide range of medical experts. If you have any concerns or questions about specific content that may affect your health, please contact your health care provider. Models may be used in photos and illustrations.

2017 © Coffey Communications, Inc. All rights reserved.

NEXT STEPSLearn more healthy tips and take the self-assessment at

ConryCREATIONHealth.com

DIGESTIVE HEALTH

WatermanWellness | Summer 2017 3

SOUND FAMILIAR? Ask your primary care physician for a referral, or visit FHWaterman.com to find a physician.

Not just a bad case of heartburn

Norma Jean Dempsey

Normally full of energy and active in her adult community, Norma Jean Dempsey, of Leesburg, was constantly tired and

experiencing painful heartburn. She sought advice from her primary care physician.

“My primary physician referred me to gastroenterologist Dr. Baskar,” says Dempsey. “After several tests and an endoscopy, he diagnosed me with GERD.”

“Gastroesophageal reflux disease, commonly known as GERD, is a chronic digestive disease,” explains Dr. Souandarapandian Baskar, MD, gastroenterologist. “GERD occurs when stomach acid or, occasionally, stomach content, flows back into your esophagus. The backwash, or reflux, irritates the lining of your esophagus and causes GERD.”

Simple, effective treatment“The endoscopy was easy. I was not awake for it,” says Dempsey. “After my diagnosis, Dr. Baskar put me on a

prescription to help with the acid reflux and gave me advice for my diet.”

“The first thing I tell my patients is to modify their lifestyle and diet,” Dr. Baskar says. “Stop drinking caffeine and wine, and don’t eat chocolate or spicy foods. I also want them to sleep better at night by raising their head in bed at least 30 degrees.

“Some over-the-counter medications, like Tums, Mylanta and Maalox, are good for quick relief of GERD symptoms,” he says. “However, the relief doesn’t last long, so it is best to use them minimally and in conjunction with prescription medication and lifestyle changes.”

Feeling greatA few months after diagnosis and making the recommended lifestyle changes, Dempsey is back to being involved in her community social groups and riding her bike every day.

“I feel great now,” says Dempsey. “I rarely have reflux if I stick to the diet recommendations and avoid too much caffeine. I never have the nausea or feel as exhausted as I did before treatment. I highly recommend that anyone having these troubles visit a gastroenterologist.”

Symptoms of GERD w A burning sensation in your chest (heartburn), sometimes spreading to your throat, along with a sour taste in your mouth

w Chest pain w Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) w Dry cough w Hoarseness or sore throat w Regurgitation of food or sour liquid (acid reflux) w Sensation of a lump in your throat

Souandarapandian Baskar, MD

4 FHWaterman.com | 352-253-3333

of heartsAlbert and Anh Riley, of Tavares, have enjoyed planning many experiences together during their 52 years of marriage. But sharing the experience of heart surgery within six months of each other was a surprise.

In April of last year, Anh, after experiencing a stroke, had triple bypass surgery performed by Gary Allen, MD, at Florida Hospital Waterman. Six months later, during a routine annual physical exam, her husband, Albert, was told he had an irregular EKG (echocardiogram) and was immediately sent for a heart catheterization.

“They did a heart catheter and realized

that I needed quadruple bypass and a valve replacement,” says Albert. “My cardiologist has several locations, and I happened to be at his Orlando office at the time of the diagnosis. They wanted to immediately schedule the surgery at a nearby hospital, but I insisted that they bring me back to Florida Hospital Waterman, because I liked Dr. Allen there and I did not want my wife commuting to Orlando during my recovery.”

A healing neighborAlbert was taken by ambulance to Florida Hospital Waterman, where his open-heart

TwoCouple finds Florida Hospital Waterman a winning combination

WatermanWellness | Summer 2017 5

HOW’S YOUR HEART? To find a cardiologist, visit FHWatermanHeart.com.

of heartssurgery was completed by Dr. Allen.

“The hospital is within walking distance of my home, and during the 30 years I have lived in Tavares, I have always found it to be very adequate,” explains Albert. “I certainly had no reservations about wanting to come back here and to see Dr. Allen. Plus, he has a family plan, and I wanted to take advantage of it!”

Hidden dangerAn active cyclist and not one to take life too seriously, Albert says: “I never had any symptoms. I could ride my bike 60 or 80 miles per day and recover within minutes. The medical staff who performed my catheterization told me I could fall over on the bike trail at any time, which is a scary thought, because it could have damaged my bicycle!”

“Heart valve disease is really not something that most of us have control over, since it is part of the body’s natural deterioration process,” explains Dr. Allen. “Many patients do not experience symptoms, and the disease is caught during routine physical exams, such as in the case of Mr. Riley.”

Be aware and take careHeart disease is currently the No. 1 killer of men and women every year in the U.S., so awareness and a proactive approach to personal health care is important in helping save lives.

“Anyone over the age of 40 needs to be in some type of maintenance program,” says Dr. Allen. “Even if they don’t have any symptoms, they need to see their primary care doctor and have a risk assessment completed. This can be as simple as an EKG, routine blood tests and evaluating family history of diseases.”

Happy and healthy at homeAfter sharing the experience of heart surgery, the Rileys now share a focus on eating a healthy diet and exercising daily. Having their surgeries and rehabilitation locally with family members and friends nearby to assist with their recovery process was invaluable to the couple.

“Our daughter and son-in-law were great and very helpful,” says Albert. “Plus, now that we have been in the same hospital so often, I think we have residency status!”

6 FHWaterman.com | 352-253-3333

At any age, it is important to have a primary care doctor, whether a pediatrician, a family or internal medicine physician, or a geriatric specialist. The internal medicine specialty focuses on adult health, with attention to conditions that tend to develop at certain ages.

Stop problems in their tracks“Most young people, especially under the age of 50, defer going to the doctor for an annual physical or checkup because they think they are in good health with no symptoms,”

explains Internal Medicine Physician and Board-Certified Geriatric Specialist Carlos Chang, MD. “The reality is, perhaps the simplest thing to do for your long-term health is to go to the doctor when you are well.”

Dr. Chang says primary care physicians often detect issues that, with early awareness and treatment, can be prevented from causing big health problems in the future.

Building trust and comfort“Primary care is built on relationship and trust,” says Dr. Chang. “Sharing information about your family health history and even your smallest concerns or symptoms is very

important to your long-term health. As an internal medicine doctor, I try to create an environment where my patients are comfortable sharing their concerns, and in return I take care to explain any tests and procedures so that they are not afraid.”

When health gets complicatedSome common adult health concerns include problems sleeping, high blood pressure, and bad habits such as smoking or overeating. It is important to talk about these concerns and work with your doctor to make lifestyle changes that can delay or prevent the need for interventional procedures or long-term prescription medication.

“In general, when you turn 65 or when your care becomes a little more complicated with multiple diagnoses or medications, you should consider making a switch to a geriatric specialist,” Dr. Chang says. “The focus and experience of a geriatric specialist is on conditions that happen to that age group, and the goal is to help patients age better. Particularly troublesome are problems associated with recurrent falls and dementia and their impact on future health.”

6 FHWaterman.com | 352-253-3333

GOOD FOR YOUR HEALTH

MEDITERRANEANSavor the

FOR A HEALTHIER HEART

EVER

YDAY

EATS

Fruits and vegetables

Whole grains

Beans, legumes and nuts

Olive oil for preparing foods

Eggs

Low-fat dairy foods

Sweets

ENJO

Y—DA

ILY O

R W

EEKL

Y

See the doctor before you get sick

Carlos Chang, MD

VISIT FHWATERMAN.COM Going to your doctor regularly is important. Find the

right primary care physician for you.

LIMIT

OR AV

OID

WatermanWellness | Summer 2017 7

OB team helps new mom face the unknown

Like most first-time mothers, Jennifer Deen, of Clermont, was nervous about what to expect during labor and delivery with her first pregnancy. Deen has been a patient at Lake Wellness for Women since 2013, when a co-worker highly recommended the practice.

“At my first appointment, I just clicked with the physicians,” Deen says. “They answer all of my questions and are very

confidence

THERE’S MORE To find out more about women’s and children’s care at Florida Hospital Waterman, visit lakecountybaby.com.

attentive. I always feel comfortable asking them anything.

“I had a wonderful first pregnancy, and my water broke at home in the evening,” Deen says. “My husband drove us from Clermont to Tavares, where I delivered at Florida Hospital Waterman. Due to complications dealing with the umbilical cord, my labor and delivery included a C-section. It was my first hospital stay and

my first surgery, and the whole experience was great. “Our son Ayden was born on April 7 of 2016, and our second

son was also just born in early April,” says Deen. “Dr. Marilyn Mayne delivered Ayden, and she also delivered our second son.”

At your side in every stage“Pregnancy is an exciting time, and it can sometimes bring on fear of the unknown,” says Marilyn Mayne, DO, obstetrics and gynecology. “Sharing your concerns and questions with your obstetrician is important. I enjoy partnering with my patients throughout each stage, from fertility and pregnancy to postdelivery, to ensure that they feel informed and comfortable.”

Deen has some advice for women experiencing concerns about labor and delivery. “It can be intimidating, but the physicians and nurses make you feel comfortable,” she says. “Every woman is different, and every delivery is different. Don’t be scared. Just go with what happens and be strong. Our stories are all different but the end result is a beautiful child. I don’t want to sound cliche, but you eventually forget all of the details and only remember the joy. Look at me, I had another a year later!”

Great care every timeThis time around, Deen felt even more confident knowing what to expect postdelivery. “I am very independent, so recovering from surgery and asking for help is an adjustment,” says Deen. “The nursing staff at Florida Hospital Waterman are amazing. They are very attentive and knew I wanted to breastfeed and did everything to help.”

Deen says she healed quickly after both C-sections, and the nurses continued to follow up with her once she was home. “They told me to call them anytime if I had questions. They are there 24/7 and ready to help. It was a nice feeling to be so cared for,” says Deen.

Marilyn Mayne, DO

Delivering

Building a HealthiER Lake

County

Changing Seasons Series

Long-Term Care PlanningAug. 15

Medicare Benefits

Insurance and Medicaid

The Continuum of Care: Home Care/Assisted Living/

Skilled Nursing

Florida Hospital WatermanMattison Conference Rooms

(located directly across from the café)

5 to 7 p.m.Free seminar series

includes light dinner.

Seating is limited and reservations are required.

Call the Foundation at 352-253-3270 or email

FHW.Foundation@ahss.org.

Florida Hospital Waterman, Inc.1000 Waterman WayTavares, FL 32778-5266

Nonprofit Org.U.S. Postage

PAIDWalla Walla, WA

Permit No. 44

STAY INFORMEDTo register or for more information, call

352-253-3965 or visit ConryCREATIONHealth.com.

CLASSESDiabetes Self-Management Class Mondays, June 26 through July 31 and Aug. 7 through Sept. 11, 5 to 7 p.m.Conry CREATION Health Center–Florida Hospital Waterman$35 (includes all classes and materials)

SUPPORT GROUPSAmputee Support Group“W.A.L.K.” (Waterman Amputee & Limb Loss Konnections)Fourth Monday of each month, 6 to 7 p.m.Mattison Conference Room BCall Tracey Estok at 352- 253-3892 for more information.

Educational and support programs for the residents of Lake County.

Classes & Events

Breast Cancer Support GroupThird Thursday of each month, 1:30 to 3 p.m.Cancer Institute Conference RoomCall Latanya Ruiz, MSW, at 352-253-3605 for more information.

Cancer Caregiver Support NetworkSecond and fourth Thursday of each month, 10 a.m.Cancer Institute Conference RoomCall Latanya Ruiz, MSW, at 352-253-3605 for more information.

Cancer Support GroupFirst Thursday of each month, 1:30 to 3 p.m.Cancer Institute Conference RoomCall Latanya Ruiz, MSW, at 352-253-3605 for more information.

Diabetes Self-Management Support GroupFirst and third Wednesday of each month, 5 to 6 p.m. Conry CREATION Health Center–Florida Hospital WatermanFree. Call 352-253-3685 for more information.

Grief and Loss Support GroupHeld throughout the yearConry CREATION Health Center–Florida Hospital WatermanCall 352-253-3389 for more information.

GYN Cancer Support GroupSecond Tuesday of each month, noon to 1:30 p.m.Cancer Institute Conference RoomCall Latanya Ruiz, MSW, at 352-253-3605 for more information.

Look Good Feel Better: American Cancer Society ProgramSecond Monday of every other month, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.Cancer Institute Conference RoomCall Latanya Ruiz, MSW, at 352-253-3605 for more information.

Oral Head and Neck Cancer Support GroupHeld quarterlyCancer Institute Conference RoomContact Latanya Ruiz, MSW, at 352-253-3605 for more information.

Foundation

Overeaters AnonymousThursdays, 5:30 p.m.Mattison Conference Room ECall 352-223-9769 for more information.

Parkinson’s Disease Support GroupSecond Monday of each month, 1 to 2:30 p.m.CREATION Health CenterCall 352-253-3389 for more information.

Your final proof for Waterman Wellness Summer 2017 Important dates Friday, April 14: Please contact me with your changes. Our questions for you Page 3—“Not Just a Bad Case of Heartburn” • In the fifth paragraph, the reason the quotation mark is left off of the end of the paragraph is because Dr. Baskar’s quote continues into the next paragraph. Please let us know if you do not like this styling convention and we will change it. Page 6—“See the Doctor Before You Get Sick” • At proof 2 changes, you requested that “board-certified internal medicine” be capitalized, but there is not an instance of this in the story. Instead, we capitalized “Board-Certified Geriatric Specialist.” Please let us know if this is not what you intended.