tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-84051109709845747802024-03-05T23:24:05.389-05:00News Center: Franciscan Health - Indianapolis, Carmel, Mooresville, IndianaAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16116178842562748484noreply@blogger.comBlogger1309125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-42426604649350819672016-11-21T10:58:00.000-05:002016-11-18T11:05:57.934-05:00Franciscan Health Shines Bright in History Center’s Festival of Trees<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana – Franciscan Health is bringing part of its rich
past and seasonal spirit to a special
exhibit at the Indiana History Center’s <a href="http://www.indianahistory.org/feature-details/festival-of-trees#.WC7-8FXR-pp">Festival of Trees</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The hospital has one of 72 themed trees and it is decorated to represent
the history and heritage of <a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/diseases-and-conditions/melanoma">Franciscan Health</a> and its storied
service throughout Indiana. The 12-foot tree in the center’s Lilly Hall
features ornaments depicting the <a href="https://www.monasteryicons.com/product/Story-of-the-San-Damiano-Crucifix/did-you-know">San Damiano Cross</a> and Nativity in
homage to St. Francis of Assisi.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The tree also is decorated with framed photos of hospitals included in
the Franciscan Health system and images of the Blessed Mother <a href="http://ssfpa.org/foundress/">Theresia Bonzel</a>, founder of the <a href="http://ssfpa.org/">Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">As Indiana celebrates its bicentennial this year, each tree in the
exhibit represents some aspect of the state’s history. The first Indiana
hospital established by the Sisters opened in Lafayette in 1876. </span><br />
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Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-72280514668213684572016-11-18T10:49:00.004-05:002016-11-18T10:59:43.046-05:00Internal Medicine Physician Honored with Healing Hands Award<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana – Sanjay S. Vyas, DO, has been selected as the
latest recipient of the Healing Hands Award, presented quarterly by <a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/Indy">Franciscan Health</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">With his family members and colleagues looking on, Dr. Vyas received the
award at his office at <a href="http://www.iimconline.net/meet.html">Indiana Internal
Medicine Consultants</a>. Board-certified in family medicine, he has been
in practice with that group since 2007.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Several patients nominated Dr. Viyas for the Healing Hands Award. One
wrote: “Dr. Vyas has been my doctor for more than 12 years and has seen me
through thick and thin. He has a great bedside manner and takes time to listen
to what you are talking about. He is very compassionate to his patients’
feelings.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Dr. Vyas earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of
Osteopathic Medicine. He completed an internship and family medicine residency
training at Westview Hospital in Indianapolis.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">A Greenwood resident, he received his undergraduate degree in chemistry
at St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia. He is a member of the American
Osteopathic Association, American College of Osteopathic Practitioners, Indiana
Osteopathic Association and American College of Physician Executives.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-75727381646499409952016-11-18T10:41:00.002-05:002016-11-18T10:50:12.569-05:00Holiday Gatherings Offer Opportunity to Take Stock of Health <div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana – We’re on the cusp of the holiday season and
poised for family gatherings and meals. It also provides an opportunity for
families to take stock of their heart health.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Learning your family health history can help you identify your risk of
developing heart and vascular disease and stroke. Knowing the risk can minimize
the potential of heart attacks and conditions such as heart valve disease. And
further testing may reduce such risks.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Physicians and staff at <a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/Indy">Franciscan Health</a> offer some tips
on what information family members may glean from one another during the
holidays:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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sister, brother<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->If relatives have had a heart attack or stroke, how
old were they? (if your father or brother were younger than 55 years old or
your mother or sister were younger than 65, your risk is higher)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Who in the family has high cholesterol, high blood
pressure?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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disease?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span><!--[endif]-->Does any family member have peripheral arterial
disease (bad circulation in the legs), aneurysms or blocked carotid
arteries? These are all signs of cardiovascular
disease.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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factors to be considered, physicians say.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-72218848870512890272016-11-17T10:46:00.000-05:002016-11-21T12:06:39.506-05:00Free Skin Cancer Screenings Offered by Franciscan Health Dermatologists<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 14.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIpG3c_63DtwqkMoTMqlhYYwg7XkD_Y9U6KssnY7dc-FR06NpbSm668aFW-fuFyMj_s3SzpWSuwSRd5TXcxgO1DHyXmwbFtzMKR0orE2vJUy1MyPmz0ryAHFe0KApKpw-pIV0eYCJvNIA/s1600/news-skincancer.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIpG3c_63DtwqkMoTMqlhYYwg7XkD_Y9U6KssnY7dc-FR06NpbSm668aFW-fuFyMj_s3SzpWSuwSRd5TXcxgO1DHyXmwbFtzMKR0orE2vJUy1MyPmz0ryAHFe0KApKpw-pIV0eYCJvNIA/s320/news-skincancer.jpg" width="320" /></span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">INDIANAPOLIS,
Indiana – Franciscan Physician Network<a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/healthcare-facilities/franciscan-physician-network-central-indiana-dermatology-1525"> Central Indiana
Dermatology</a> will host free skin cancer screenings 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov.
29.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The clinic is
located at 5255 E. Stop 11 Road, Suite 310. To register, call <o:p></o:p></span><a href="tel:+13177824422">(317) 782-4422</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">One in five
Americans will develop <a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/health-care-services/skin-cancer-care-349">skin cancer</a> in their
lifetimes. But early detection and treatment is successful for most diagnosed
with skin cancer. Caught early, the five-year survival rate for <a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/diseases-and-conditions/melanoma">melanoma </a>is 98 percent.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Beginning at age
20, the American Cancer Society recommends a skin cancer-related checkup as
part of routine health examinations for men and women. Those considered to be
at high risk of skin cancer are:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Have a family history of melanoma</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Had sunburns at a young age</span></li>
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Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-47197113786438184782016-11-10T10:43:00.000-05:002016-11-18T10:55:04.024-05:00Guru of Gasoline Alley Takes Pole at Senior Promise Xmas Party<div class="MsoNormal">
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insight about the drivers who have turned laps at the storied<a href="http://www.indianapolismotorspeedway.com/"> Indianapolis Motor Speedway</a>? Just ask Donald
Davidson and he’ll assemble an answer faster than the best pit crew.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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will share his experiences as the featured speaker at this year’s <a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/news-and-events/events/senior-promise-christmas-party"><span style="color: red; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Senior
Promise Christmas Party</span></a>, slated for Friday, Dec. 9 at Primo Banquet Hall
and Conference Center. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;">The British-born <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donald_Davidson_(historian)"><span style="color: red; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Davidson</span></a><span style="color: red; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"> </span>spent his youth
immersed in studying the history of the Indy 500. Upon his first visit to the
track in 1964, he amazed race fans with his ability to recite the record of
every driver who had ever competed at the 2.5-mile track. The following year,
he moved to Indianapolis and became a race statistician. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;">The affable auto aficionado later would become the Speedway’s first
full-time historian, a position he has held for more than three decades. He
also is the longest-serving commentator on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Radio Network staff.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;">“Our annual celebration honors the birth of Christ and celebrates the
holiday season,” said Mindy King, director of Franciscan Insurance Services, a
component of the Franciscan Health-based Senior Promise. “We’re proud to have
Mr. Davidson join us this year and share his passion for the Indy 500 and take
questions from the audience.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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opportunity to win prizes. Proceeds will benefit the Franciscan Health Food
Pantry.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;">Tickets are on sale now. Senior Promise members pay $20 each and guest
tickets are $25. Reservations are required because of limited seating. For more
information about the party or to join Senior Promise, call <a href="tel:+13175284723"><span style="color: red; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">(317) 528-8277</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;">Since 1987, Senior Promise has been keeping
a pledge with more than 33,000 Central Indiana seniors. The program offers a
variety of benefits and events to help those ages 55 and older stay in
good health and prepare for the future.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-62965278664993326172016-10-24T06:31:00.001-04:002016-10-24T06:31:18.101-04:00Family Physician Joins Franciscan Physician Network Plainfield Family Medicine<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">She joins </span><a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/find-a-doctor/physician/cindy-deneira-1821296260"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Cindy DeNeira</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">, DO, and advanced practice providers
who provide convenient care for infants through seniors in Hendricks County and
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recently completed a family medicine residency at St. Vincent Health, where she
also served as chief resident and was active in various hospital activities. She
received an undergraduate degree in zoology with honors from Miami University
of Ohio and earned her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College
of Medicine. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Academy of Family Physicians</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">
and the </span><a href="http://www.in-afp.org/"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Indiana
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Physician Network is a division of the Mishawaka, Indiana-based Franciscan
Alliance. To learn more about network primary and specialty care services in
central Indiana,visit </span><a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/fpn"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">FranciscanDocs.org</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-9671058776948625192016-10-14T11:06:00.001-04:002016-10-18T11:11:41.760-04:00Senior Franciscan Alliance Executive Honored By Indiana Hospital Association<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 14.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;">
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on discovering innovative ways to deliver stellar and accessible healthcare to
patients and to build enduring relationships with the many communities served
by Franciscan Alliance. He possesses a quiet but steady style of leadership which
might well be described in three words, says one of his long-time associates: <i>A servant’s heart.</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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president and chief operating officer for <a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/find-a-doctor/physician/shelley-stiner-1104095033">Franciscan
Alliance</a> – was selected by the Indiana Hospital Association (<a href="https://www.ihaconnect.org/Pages/Home.aspx">IHA</a>) for the 2016 Distinguished Service Award.
The award is presented annually to an Indiana hospital CEO who has made
outstanding contributions to their organization, its patients, the community
and the overall healthcare profession.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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proud colleagues and family looking on, Brody was presented with the award Oct.
6 at the IHA’s annual membership meeting in Downtown Indianapolis. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Brody, who served as president and CEO of Franciscan Health’s hospitals
in <a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/healthcare-facilities/franciscan-health-indianapolis-9">Indianapolis</a>, <a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/Mooresville">Mooresville </a>and <a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/Carmel">Carmel </a>from 1996 to 2015, has been at the forefront
on many progressive and sometimes thorny issues in the ever-changing arena of
healthcare industry.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Service Award, only shook his head and smiled when it was revealed in a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1wAJ6ZvhYw">special video</a> screened at the
IHA meeting. And with characteristic modesty, he gave full credit to the many
who have impacted his career. Here’s what some of his colleagues and friends
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">“Bob has been a
great friend, coach and mentor to me for many years. He is an outstanding
advocate for our patients and communities and has led the way in improving the
quality of care and patient satisfaction. Bob is a leader and an innovator, not
only in his work with Franciscan Alliance, but for our city and state – and all
of healthcare is better for it.” – <i>James
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">“Bob has always
exemplified what we stand for in healthcare at Franciscan Alliance. Our mission
statement is ‘continuing Christ’s ministry in our Franciscan tradition.’ He is
very deserving of this award and I am honored and proud to say that I am Bob’s
friend.” – <i>Sister Marlene Shapley, OSF,
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">“He has a servant’s
heart and that’s how he does his job and lives his life. And he’s committed to
Franciscan values… Bob has often testified before state commissions, the
legislature and also on the national level on healthcare issues and he’s done
so admirably and humbly.” – <i>Wayne Schmidt,
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">“Bob has been our
chairman-elect, he has been our champion over the Friends campaign, chairman of
the government relations, and Bob has been a leader in every moment he has been
present. He demonstrates all of those attributes that this award celebrates.” –
<i>Douglas Leonard, IHA President</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">“Bob Brody always
has been a mainstay in healthcare in Indianapolis and he’s worked
collaboratively with other hospitals in the marketplace. He has looked beyond
just the four walls of Franciscan Health and always looks out for the best
needs of the patient.” – <i>Seth Warren,
president and CEO, Riverview Health<o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
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spearheaded countless expansion and quality initiatives making Franciscan
Alliance<span lang="FR">’</span>s Central Indiana Region one of the elite
healthcare providers in Indiana and the nation. He expanded the system
from a single acute care hospital to three institutions.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">He directed a $300 million expansion and
renovation that included the consolidation of Beech Grove inpatient services to
the expanded Indianapolis campus in 2012. He also oversaw the creation of
Franciscan St. Francis Heart Center and expanded cancer and women services.
Brody also engineered the merger of Mooresville’s Kendrick Hospital
into Franciscan Alliance and built a short-stay hospital in Carmel.
He worked to establish Franciscan Hospice House, a free-standing center on the
Indianapolis hospital campus. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">In his current role, Brody is responsible
for all of Franciscan Alliance’s free-standing ambulatory services and
directing the Franciscan Physician Network, which includes more than 750
physicians and nurse practitioners in Indiana, Illinois and Michigan. Before
his career at Franciscan Alliance, Brody served in a variety of administrative
leadership roles at hospitals in New Jersey, Louisiana, Texas and North
Carolina. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">A Fellow of the American College of
Healthcare Executives, Brody is a board member of Franciscan Alliance
Foundation Franciscan Health, Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce, Indiana Health
Information Exchange, Indy 500 Festival and The Sycamore School of Indianapolis.
He is a previous member of the Indianapolis-Catholic Community Foundation, Lay
Board of Advisors for the Sisters of St. Benedict, Make-A-Wish Foundation of
Indiana, Indianapolis Coalition for Patient Safety, Indianapolis-Marion County
Public Library Foundation and the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Boston College and earned a master’s degree in health administration from Duke
University. He completed an administrative residency at Ochsner Clinic in New
Orleans.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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residents and have three children.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-8281572536273880122016-10-04T07:04:00.000-04:002016-10-04T07:04:02.034-04:00Franciscan Health Indianapolis Earns Top Cardiology Performance Honors<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 14.0pt; mso-line-height-rule: exactly;">
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Indiana – Franciscan Health Indianapolis has received the American College of
Cardiology’s NCDR ACTION Registry–Get with the Guidelines (GWTG) Gold
Performance Achievement Award for 2016 and is among only 36 hospitals
nationwide to receive the honor.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The award
recognizes <a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/healthcare-facilities/franciscan-health-indianapolis-9">Franciscan
Health’s</a> commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care for
heart attack patients and signifies the hospital has reached an aggressive goal
of treating these patients to standard levels of care as outlined by the <a href="http://professional.heart.org/professional/GuidelinesStatements/searchresults.jsp?q=&y=&t=1001">American College
of Cardiology/American Heart Association</a> clinical guidelines and recommendations. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Gold Performance Achievement Award</a>, Franciscan Health consistently followed
the treatment guidelines in the ACTION Registry–GWTG for eight consecutive
quarters and has performed at
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">“We are honored to receive this award and the commitment of
our outstanding team of physicians, nurses, and clinical staff is to always
provide superior care for our patients,” said <a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/find-a-doctor/physician/saeed-shaikh-1407828817">Saeed Shaikh, MD, FACC, FSCAI</a>, interventional cardiologist
with the hospital’s Heart Center and managing director of <a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/IHP">Franciscan Physician Network Indiana Heart Physicians</a>. “Patients can take comfort
knowing that they have access to the highest quality heart care in Indiana and
the nation.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The <a href="http://www.cdc.gov/">Centers for Disease Control</a> estimates that more
than 700,000 Americans suffer a <a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/diseases-and-conditions/heart-attack">heart attack</a> each year. A
heart attack occurs when a blood clot in a coronary artery partially or
completely blocks blood flow to the heart muscle. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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guidelines include administering aspirin upon arrival and discharge, timely
restoration of blood flow to the blocked artery, smoking cessation counseling
and cardiac rehabilitation, among others.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">More recently, Franciscan
Health </span><span style="background: white;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">received the Mission: Lifeline<sup>®</sup><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>Gold-Plus Award for surpassing quality
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Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-88804831661346573212016-09-30T09:55:00.000-04:002016-09-30T09:55:59.790-04:00Surgeon Joins Franciscan Physician Network Orthopedic Specialists<div class="MsoNormal">
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Indiana – Kelly C. Graner, MD, has established a practice with Franciscan
Physician Network </span><a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/healthcare-facilities/franciscan-physician-network-orthopedic-specialists-204"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Orthopedic Specialists</span></a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">She joins a
team of </span><a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/healthcare-facilities/franciscan-physician-network-orthopedic-specialists-204"><span style="background: white; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">orthopedic surgeons</span></a><span style="background: white; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">, advanced care
providers and other clinical staff whose offices are located at </span><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/5255+E+Stop+11+Rd,+Indianapolis,+IN+46237/@39.6496896,-86.0807784,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x886b43472b6fffe7:0xd9d9e194e499a772!8m2!3d39.6496896!4d-86.0785897"><span style="background: white; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">5255 E. Stop 11 Road</span></a><span style="background: white; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">, Indianapolis. Board-eligible
in </span><a href="http://healthlibrary.franciscanhealth.org/Search/SearchResults.pg?SearchPhrase=Online%20Resources%20-%20Orthopedic%20Surgery&SearchType=text&SearchOperator=And"><span style="background: white; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">orthopedic surgery</span></a><span style="background: white; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">, Dr. Graner specializes
in the treatment of problems involving the </span><a href="http://healthlibrary.franciscanhealth.org/RelatedItems/85,P01121"><span style="background: white; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; text-decoration: none;">hand</span></a><span style="background: white; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">, wrist, elbow and
shoulder. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Dr. Graner recently completed an orthopedic hand and upper
extremity fellowship at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee and
orthopedic surgery residency training at Beaumont Health System in Michigan.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Dr. Graner earned her medical degree at Ross University
School of Medicine in Dominica, West Indies. She received her undergraduate degrees
in biochemistry and Spanish at DePauw University in Greencastle.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">A candidate member for the American Society for Surgery of
the Hand (ASSH) and the Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society (RJOS), she held
various leadership positions during her residency and medical school training.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">To schedule an appointment with Dr. Graner, call </span><a href="tel:+13175284723"><span style="background: white; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">(317) 528-4723</span></a><span style="background: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">Franciscan
Physician Network is a division of the Mishawaka, Indiana-based Franciscan
Alliance. To learn more about network primary and specialty care services in
central Indiana, visit </span><a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/fpn"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">FranciscanDocs.org</span></a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif";">.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-52412701564421801412016-09-29T08:49:00.001-04:002016-09-30T13:50:51.094-04:00Medicare Extravaganza Aims to Educate Seniors on Insurance Plans<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 12.7pt;">
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– </span><a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/healthcare-facilities/franciscan-insurance-services-indianapolis-1901"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Franciscan Insurance
Services</span></a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">
is hosting several Medicare Extravaganza events to help those on Medicare make
informed decisions and the right Medicare Advantage plans for their health
insurance needs by offering education on the plans direct from the insurance
carriers. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Representatives from
Humana Health Plan Inc., Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and
UnitedHealthcare/AARP will discuss their respective </span><a href="https://www.medicare.gov/sign-up-change-plans/medicare-health-plans/medicare-advantage-plans/medicare-advantage-plans.html"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Medicare Advantage</span></a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> plans at the
upcoming events. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">“The presentations
are held throughout the day, enabling the public to attend as many as they
choose,” said Mindy King, director of Franciscan Insurance Services. “In doing
so, people can make the best informed decisions during the annual </span><a href="https://www.cms.gov/Outreach-and-Education/Reach-Out/Find-tools-to-help-you-help-others/Medicare-Open-Enrollment.html"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Medicare enrollment
period</span></a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">The Medicare
Extravaganzas will be from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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and Support Center<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/421+N+Emerson+Ave,+Greenwood,+IN+46219/@39.6254377,-86.0820297,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x886b4fc2d85b1215:0xc8c6416d833c49ea!8m2!3d39.6254336!4d-86.079841"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">421 N. Emerson Ave.</span></a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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three times at 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/259+W+Harrison+St,+Mooresville,+IN+46158/@39.6112439,-86.3835466,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x886ca28bdcb7048b:0x8b0a637becf092e4!8m2!3d39.6112439!4d-86.3813579"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">259 W. Harrison St.</span></a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">(Each carrier
presents once - 8:30 a.m. – United Healthcare/AARP, 10 a.m. – Anthem Blue Cross
Blue Shield and 11:30 a.m. Humana Health Plan)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/5255+Noggle+Way,+Indianapolis,+IN+46237/@39.6375374,-86.0805365,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x886b433b557632c3:0xa73def71f86f63c2!8m2!3d39.6375333!4d-86.0783478"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">5255 Noggle Way</span></a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><br />
Indianapolis<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">(Each carrier
presents once - 8:30 a.m. – United Healthcare/AARP, 10 a.m. – Anthem Blue Cross
Blue Shield and 11:30 a.m. Humana Health Plan)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">All events in October
are informational sessions only. Franciscan Insurance Services staff will be
available to help participants complete their Medicare Advantage plan
enrollment at the November and December events. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Registration is not
required. For more information, call Franciscan Insurance Services at (317) 528-7770</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-26738718300700281452016-09-28T11:06:00.004-04:002016-09-28T11:07:20.252-04:00Free Heart-Healthy Classes Offered to Public throughout October<div class="MsoNormal">
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– </span><a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/hospitals/indianapolis/services/heart/pages/default.aspx"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Franciscan Health Heart Center </span></a><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">is offering free classes focused on
cardiovascular health and wellness in October.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">To
register for any of the classes, call 317-782-4422 or go online at </span><a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/healthcare-facilities/franciscan-st.-francis-health-indianapolis-heart-center-2051"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">MyHeartCare.net</span></a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> to see the full
listing of fall classes. Seating is limited for these events. The classes
include:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Dizzy
Spells – What should I do?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Thursday,
Oct. 13, 6:30 p.m.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/healthcare-facilities/franciscan-st.-francis-health-indianapolis-heart-center-2051"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Franciscan Health Heart Center</span></a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> (8111 S. Emerson Ave.,
Indianapolis)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Presented
by </span><a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/find-a-doctor/physician/harry-genovely-1801867320"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Harry Genovely, MD</span></a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Have you
ever fainted or passed out for no obvious reason? Syncope is a temporary loss of consciousness
and posture and is usually related to a temporary insufficient blood flow to the
brain. Figuring out the cause can be a challenge and one of the possible causes
could be your heart. Dr. Genovely will talk about syncope, how to identify the
cause and what treatment options are available.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Oct.18, 6:30 p.m.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Presented
by</span><a href="http://openheart.net/content/marc-gerdisch-md"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> Marc Gerdisch, MD</span></a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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murmurs are caused by valves inside the heart that don’t close properly.
Sometimes, people can live with heart murmurs a long time without any symptoms.
But if the problem becomes more serious, the blood flow to the heart may be
affected. Cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Marc Gerdisch will talk about new
treatments and surgeries for heart valves, including ongoing research studies
at Franciscan Health. Bring your
questions for our nationally and internationally renowned surgeon.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Decatur County Memorial Hospital
(</span><span style="background: white; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">720 N Lincoln St, Greensburg)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Presented by</span><a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/find-a-doctor/physician/robert-mccready-1558380931"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> Robert McCready, MD</span></a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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known as AAA, are uncommon but usually deadly.
They develop slowly and usually have no symptoms, but when the weakened
walls of the artery collapse, there is little recourse. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">That’s why knowing your risk for
AAA is so important. In some cases, the condition is genetic, but if you smoke,
have high blood pressure or cholesterol you may be at risk as well. Dr. McCready
will discuss risks, symptoms and monitoring of AAA and how Medicare offers a
free screening to qualified members age 65-75.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Tuesday,
Oct 4, 6:30 p.m. at Camby Meijer (</span><span style="background: white; font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">10509 Heartland Blvd.)</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">With all
the new and changing products on the shelves, grocery shopping can be
overwhelming. Learn where to find the
healthy foods and how to avoid packaging tricks commonly used to market
foods. Discover how food labels make you
a smarter shopper.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Wednesday,
Oct 5 at 6:30 p.m. at Franciscan Health Heart Center<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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older, our health becomes more of a priority.
After the kids leave home, it can be challenging to scale back our
cooking, so dining out seems like an easy option. In this class, learn how it really is cheaper
and healthier to cook at home for two. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Tues, Oct
11 at 6:30 p.m. at </span><a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/Mooresville"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Franciscan Health Mooresville</span></a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> (1201 Hadley Road)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Thurs,
Oct 27 at 6:30 p.m. at Heart Center<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Being fit
is more than being thin. Research shows
that no matter what you weigh, increasing your fitness helps your heart.
Discover that exercise can be healthy and fun.
Learn how to set up a schedule for yourself.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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6:30 p.m. at Franciscan Health Mooresville<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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days, we just don’t have the time – or the desire – to spend a lot of time in
the kitchen. But that doesn’t mean we
need to sacrifice eating well at home.
Learn how to fix quick and easy nutritious meals you and your family can
enjoy.<b><span style="color: red;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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Oct. 20, 6:30 p.m. at the Franciscan Health Heart Center<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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meals may help you live longer. Adding more meatless meals to your diet is easy
with new products now on the market. This class will help you with menu
planning and recipes so you can incorporate more meatless meals into your daily
life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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25, 6:30 p.m. at Franciscan Health Mooresville<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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prices climb and budgets get tight, smart purchases at the supermarket are
important. In this class, you will learn
ways to stretch your food budget while still getting the nutrients you need.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-80510502157515526072016-09-28T10:04:00.002-04:002016-09-28T10:04:30.708-04:00Franciscan Health Weight Loss Center Earns National Reaccreditation<div class="MsoNormal">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVSxiWZb5FtHJ2hOpuOWQfhEP826CCxLTkCVO_tF5c4hPyFXix0ALYL1OGmbFSGXsMj-uTi1f8QAf2YeHenwztG9JWOCdRYT7dp3HHh7D3TYTg58jCt1cWCRZcgfiHGfAke1ihoxUoJ3I/s1600/news-weight-loss-center.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVSxiWZb5FtHJ2hOpuOWQfhEP826CCxLTkCVO_tF5c4hPyFXix0ALYL1OGmbFSGXsMj-uTi1f8QAf2YeHenwztG9JWOCdRYT7dp3HHh7D3TYTg58jCt1cWCRZcgfiHGfAke1ihoxUoJ3I/s320/news-weight-loss-center.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">INDIANAPOLIS,
Indiana – Patients seeking surgical treatment for severe obesity and its
related conditions have a high-quality choice for receiving treatment from a
nationally accredited program that meets the highest standards for patient
safety and quality of care in the greater Indianapolis area. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">They
can receive care from </span><a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/weightloss"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Franciscan Health Weight Loss Center</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">, which was recently
reaccredited as a Comprehensive Center under the Metabolic and Bariatric
Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP). This is a
joint accreditation program of the American College of Surgeons and the
American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">The
</span><a href="https://asmbs.org/about/mbsaqip"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">MBSAQIP </span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Standards ensure bariatric surgical
patients receive a multidisciplinary program, not just a surgical procedure,
which improves patient outcomes and long-term success. The accredited center
offers preoperative and postoperative care designed specifically for their
severely obese patients.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Led
by Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Directors </span><a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/find-a-doctor/physician/jonathan-mandelbaum-1437123437"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Jonathan Mandelbaum</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">, MD, and </span><a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/find-a-doctor/physician/hazem-shamseddeen-1346570454"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Hazem Shamseddeen</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">, MD, Franciscan Health
Weight Loss Center is committed to continuous improvement to bolster the
structure, process and outcomes for patients.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">To
earn the MBSAQIP designation, Franciscan Health Weight Loss Center met
essential criteria for staffing, training and facility infrastructure and
protocols for care, ensuring its ability to support patients with severe
obesity. The center also participates in a national data registry that yields
semiannual reports on the quality of its processes and outcomes, identifying
opportunities for continuous quality improvement. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">An
estimated 15.5 million Americans suffer from </span><a href="http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/health-topics/topics/obe"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">severe obesity</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">, according to the
National Institutes of Health, and the numbers continue to increase. Obesity
increases the risks of morbidity and mortality because of the diseases and
conditions commonly associated with it, such as type II diabetes, hypertension,
and cardiovascular disease, among other health risks. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-83738547868422647442016-09-27T09:59:00.000-04:002016-09-28T09:59:30.066-04:00Electrophysiologist joins Franciscan Physician Network Indiana Heart Physicians<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Indiana – Tonye Teme, MD, has joined Franciscan Physician Network </span><a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/IHP"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Indiana
Heart Physicians</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">He joins a
team of highly regarded physicians, advanced practice providers and other
clinicians, who provide care in </span><a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/fpn/locations/indiana-heart-physicians/pages/default.aspx"><span style="background: white; color: windowtext; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Indianapolis,</span></a><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="background: white; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Franklin</span></span><span style="background: white; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">,<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/fpn/locations/indiana-heart-physicians/locations/Pages/greensburg.aspx"><span style="background: white; color: windowtext; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Greensburg</span></a><span style="background: white; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">,<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/fpn/locations/indiana-heart-physicians/Pages/locations/martinsville.aspx"></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Martinsville,<span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="background: white;"> Columbus, </span></span></span><a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/fpn/locations/indiana-heart-physicians/locations/Pages/mooresville.aspx"><span style="background: white; color: windowtext; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Mooresville</span></a><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="background: white; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">, </span></span><a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/fpn/locations/indiana-heart-physicians/locations/Pages/shelbyville.aspx"><span style="background: white; color: windowtext; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Shelbyville</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">, Crawfordsville and </span><a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/fpn/locations/pages/default.aspx?searchText=%20Greencastle"><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Greencastle</span></a><span style="background: white; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Dr. Teme is board-certified in internal medicine and echocardiography
and board-eligible in general cardiology.
He most recently completed a fellowship in electrophysiology at Loyola
University Medical Center in Chicago, where he also completed fellowship
training in cardiology.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Dr. Teme received his undergraduate degree in biology from Purdue
University and earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin.
He completed a residency in internal medicine at McGaw Medical Center of
Northwestern University.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">To schedule an appointment with Dr. Teme, </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">call 317-893-1900.<span style="background: white;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Franciscan
Physician Network is a division of the Mishawaka, Indiana-based Franciscan
Alliance. To learn more about network primary and specialty care services in
central Indiana, visit FranciscanDocs.org.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-55524039627484085262016-09-26T09:55:00.000-04:002016-09-28T09:55:48.714-04:00Being Mortal: Franciscan Health Offers Free Film Screening, Discussion<div class="MsoNormal">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhybeJot6w_LFEIwF3qJZLpOAu7lZK7X4_bRI6wEm3ze5XddwfOJYrHKRdScNUB9ChuGOkI6ilBqu4uGX061arHGTTZ0_V1kawO5hAKsKGISHDm-ZmiWqt9gtoIx0o-yYKdBmAAah40qyQ/s1600/news-palliativehands.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhybeJot6w_LFEIwF3qJZLpOAu7lZK7X4_bRI6wEm3ze5XddwfOJYrHKRdScNUB9ChuGOkI6ilBqu4uGX061arHGTTZ0_V1kawO5hAKsKGISHDm-ZmiWqt9gtoIx0o-yYKdBmAAah40qyQ/s320/news-palliativehands.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">INDIANAPOLIS,
Indiana -- Franciscan Health has partnered with the Indiana Coalition for
Patient Safety and other local hospitals to bring free screenings and
post-viewing discussions of the PBS Frontline film, </span><a href="http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/film/being-mortal/"><i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Being
Mortal</span></i></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Based on the
best-selling book by Atul Gawande, MD, this documentary explores the hopes of
patients and families facing terminal illness and their relationships with the
physicians who treat them. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">The
discussion will focus on what matters most to patients and families who are
facing difficult treatment decisions. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">“The goal of
this project is to educate community members and stress the importance of
having end-of-life conversations ahead of a medical crisis,” said David
Mandelbaum, MD, medical director of Franciscan Health’s </span><a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/health-care-services/palliative-care-282"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">palliative care services</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> and co-medical director, Franciscan VNS
St. Francis Hospice.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Oct. 24, 5 p.m.-7 p.m. – Franciscan Health </span><a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/Mooresville"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Mooresville</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">-Swisher
Conference Room (1201 Hadley Road)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Oct. 25, 5 p.m.-7 p.m. – Franciscan Health </span><a href="https://www.franciscanhealth.org/Indy"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Indianapolis</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">-Auditorium (8111 S. Emerson Ave.)<br />
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Nov. 5, 1 p.m.-3 p.m. – Franciscan Health Indianapolis-Auditorium<br />
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information call, 317-528-7985. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-9510620397306328572016-09-15T09:44:00.000-04:002016-09-15T09:44:03.456-04:00Physician establishes practice with Center Grove Family Medicine<div class="MsoNormal">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8pwNzNj74ATjRbH2M1ImmCMfr5tgxWRJYA85UqLKGztuxqUwnKfa7x_45ACSZskMCxypRlA_3DLWsgRyfBg6sKEaMuH_Vhmal9Nz5efBw6ZVweeES8G2QzBTdDha8EnNNNApuWd8rcBw/s1600/news-michaelmooney.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="291" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8pwNzNj74ATjRbH2M1ImmCMfr5tgxWRJYA85UqLKGztuxqUwnKfa7x_45ACSZskMCxypRlA_3DLWsgRyfBg6sKEaMuH_Vhmal9Nz5efBw6ZVweeES8G2QzBTdDha8EnNNNApuWd8rcBw/s320/news-michaelmooney.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">INDIANAPOLIS,
Indiana – Michael J. Mooney, MD, has joined </span><a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/fpn/locations/center-grove-family-medicine/pages/default.aspx"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Center Grove Family Medicine</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">, a Franciscan Physician Network
practice.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">He joins a
team of doctors who provide a wide range of <span style="background: white;">convenient
primary care services for infants through seniors in a comfortable environment<span class="apple-converted-space">.</span></span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Board-certified
in Family Medicine, Dr. Mooney recently completed his residency training at
Franciscan St. Francis Health.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Dr. Mooney
received an undergraduate degree in chemistry with highest distinction from
Indiana University and earned his medical degree at the Indiana University
School of Medicine, where he was active in various clerkships, including
radiology, psychiatry, neurology and family medicine.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A member of
the Indiana State Medical Association and American Academy of Family
Physicians, Dr. Mooney was active in recruiting programs during his residency
and was a physician volunteer at the Indianapolis Women’s Half Marathon.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">To schedule
an appointment with Dr. Mooney, call 317-859-3737.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Franciscan
Physician Network is a division of the Mishawaka, Indiana-based Franciscan
Alliance. To learn more about network primary and specialty care services in
central Indiana, visit FranciscanDocs.org.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-51559045415078140732016-09-14T08:32:00.000-04:002016-09-14T08:32:21.258-04:00Physician Establishes Practice with Center Grove Family Medicine<div class="MsoNormal">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1LCq819l6mK5Wf_dXJ7e136VShSMUlRgNXwKVMlKw0TuygaaYIRytUjSjJmB9clqPnFGzAmGwaf6iA3Zu_s6YErZweicZqWUisPTKn2q59KFZrne2Ob5UMB0gJD3td9tA1Nw9iZueexg/s1600/news-kamimooney.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1LCq819l6mK5Wf_dXJ7e136VShSMUlRgNXwKVMlKw0TuygaaYIRytUjSjJmB9clqPnFGzAmGwaf6iA3Zu_s6YErZweicZqWUisPTKn2q59KFZrne2Ob5UMB0gJD3td9tA1Nw9iZueexg/s1600/news-kamimooney.jpg" /></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">INDIANAPOLIS,
Indiana – Kami L. Mooney, MD, has joined </span><a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/fpn/locations/center-grove-family-medicine/pages/default.aspx"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Center Grove Family Medicine</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">, a Franciscan Physician Network
practice.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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team of doctors who provide a wide range of <span style="background: white;">convenient
primary care services for infants through seniors in a comfortable environment<span class="apple-converted-space">.</span></span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Board-certified
in Family Medicine, she recently completed her residency training at Franciscan
St. Francis Health.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Dr. Mooney
received undergraduate degrees in biology, chemistry and Spanish from Indiana
University and earned her medical degree at the Indiana University School of
Medicine. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">A member of
the Indiana State Medical Association and American Academy of Family
Physicians, she was active as a volunteer and in community work during her
academic career. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">To schedule
an appointment with Dr. Mooney, call 317-859-3737.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Franciscan
Physician Network is a division of the Mishawaka, Indiana-based Franciscan
Alliance. To learn more about network primary and specialty care services in
central Indiana, visit FranciscanDocs.org.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-68092730184877117272016-09-09T10:43:00.001-04:002016-09-09T10:43:34.156-04:00Franciscan Health Family Medicine Chief Elected to Prestigious Medical Society<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
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Indiana – </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Richard D.
Feldman, MD, has been elected to membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor
(AOA) Medical Society-Indiana Chapter.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Dr. Feldman, longtime director of the
Franciscan Health<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/hospitals/indianapolis/health-professionals/family-medicine-residency/pages/faculty.aspx"><b><span style="color: red; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Family Medicine Residency Program</span></b></a><b><span style="color: red; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">,</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> was elected because of his many years
and contributions to graduate medical education and his journalistic work on behalf
of public health issues, chapter officials said.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">“This is one of the highest honors
students, house staff and faculty can bestow on a colleague. Each year the
chapter is allowed to select members of our alumni for this distinction,”</span>
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">wrote D. Craig Brater, MD,
chapter president and former dean of the Indiana University School of Medicine,
in the notification letter to Dr. Feldman.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">This latest
accolade comes in the wake of Dr. Feldman’s recent reappointment as a lay
member of the Indiana General Assembly’s Interim Study Committee on Public
Health, Behavioral Health and Human Services.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">He has held<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>several elected appointments with the
Indiana Academy of Family Physicians (IAFP), the Indianapolis Medical Society
and Indiana State Medical Association.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Dr. Feldman
has been honored with a lifetime achievement award from the IAFP and the Indiana
Public Health Foundation. In 2014, he received the Nikitas J. Zervanos Outstanding
Program Director Award from the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Association
of Family Medicine Residency Directors.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">An Indianapolis resident, he has
served as president of the IAFP and is past president of the Indiana
Medical History Museum and the Indianapolis American Heart
Association. Dr. Feldman served as Indiana State Health Commissioner (1997 to
2001) and he’s an editorial columnist for the <i>Indianapolis Star</i>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Dr. Feldman, a native of South Bend,
earned his medical degree from the IU School of Medicine in 1977 and completed
his residency in family medicine at Franciscan Health in 1980. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-38981447187246077492016-09-07T10:21:00.001-04:002016-09-07T10:21:23.541-04:00Support Program Helps Children, Teens Handle Grief in Loss of Loved Ones<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 12.7pt; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT0G0Ea5DpR4ahRpeM86Af62q2YOUiEFS9OES5b2N4xA8rTJrYD-_ID4ZcLto8a2WbOH98KzScFkuRge-yEK97AD6ZjWZA5iQW5JiOC4fDVJohja-mdvLRaaZGncRx6M8ZZUz_ZXCUcoY/s1600/news-caterpillarkids.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT0G0Ea5DpR4ahRpeM86Af62q2YOUiEFS9OES5b2N4xA8rTJrYD-_ID4ZcLto8a2WbOH98KzScFkuRge-yEK97AD6ZjWZA5iQW5JiOC4fDVJohja-mdvLRaaZGncRx6M8ZZUz_ZXCUcoY/s320/news-caterpillarkids.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">INDIANAPOLIS,
Indiana – Consider the caterpillar: It builds a cocoon and remains safely
ensconced until it transforms and emerges into a new life, one that takes
flight.</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">Death
is a part of the life cycle, and it’s especially difficult for children to
grasp and make sense out of it, particularly when they lose a loved one. And
that’s why Franciscan VNS St. Francis Hospice offers <a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/events/pages/sessioninfo.aspx?session_id=13667">Caterpillar Kids</a>, a
support program that offers learning experiences for children ages 5 to 12. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">Additionally,
Teen Grief Support Group is offered to those from 13 to 18 years of age.</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">The
dates for both programs from Sept. 14, Sept. 21, Sept. 28 and Oct. 5. The
workshops, which are free, are from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Meetings are
at Christ United Methodist Church, 8540 U.S. 31
South, one mile north of Greenwood Park Mall.</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">“Children
do grieve and they may express it differently than adults, but their feelings
are as genuine and essential in healing,” said Karla Riggs Norton, spiritual
bereavement coordinator. “Caterpillar Kids brings children together in a safe,
nurturing environment where they receive information about grief and learn
healthy ways to cope with the death of a loved one.”</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">Led
by staff trained in bereavement support for children, youngsters participate in
storytelling, art projects, games and other sharing opportunities. Parents also
are invited to participate in a concurrent session to assist them in supporting
their children.</span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">Registration
is required. To register or for more information about Caterpillar Kids, call
Karla Riggs Norton at 317-528-2636, or Jeff Hauersperger at 317 528-2099.<span style="font-size: 10pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-56272815776320722132016-08-31T08:12:00.002-04:002016-08-31T08:12:26.128-04:00Seat ‘Em Safely: Free car seat safety inspections offered Sept. 20<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Franciscan St. Francis Health garners state
grant to support safety clinic</b><o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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– Franciscan St. Francis Health is encouraging parents and caregivers to have
children’s safety seats inspected based on recommendations issued by the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">The </span><u><a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/hospitals/indianapolis/services/women/pregnancy/pages/car-seat-clinic.aspx"><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">hospital’s </span><b><span style="color: red; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Child Passenger Safety
Clinic</span></b><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">
</span></a></u><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">is offering free
inspections with certified technicians available to advise on the proper use of
seats for youngsters. The event is 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the parking lot of
Franciscan St. Francis Weight Loss Center <b>(</b></span><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/St.+Francis+Weight+Loss+Center/@39.652455,-86.079372,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0xd6cfab479fc44fef"><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">5230-A E. Stop 11 Road</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">The hospital is partnering on the
project with the </span><u><a href="http://www.preventinjury.org/About-Us"><b><span style="color: red; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Automotive Safety Program</span></b></a></u><b><u><span style="color: red; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> </span></u></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">(ASP) at the Indiana University School
of Medicine and the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute for this event.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">If unable to visit the inspection sites,
adults can arrange for free inspections any time of the year by calling the
hospital at 317-528-5774 or ASP toll-free at 800-KID-N-CAR.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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interpreters will be on hand to assist Hispanic and Burmese/Chin parents and
adult caregivers. Children’s car seats will be provided for families who can
prove they are receiving public assistance and the child must be present.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Earlier this year, Franciscan St.
Francis Health was chosen as a recipient to receive $10,000 in state and
federal grant funding for Child Passenger Safety Programs. Grant funding is
awarded through the Traffic Safety division of the Indiana Criminal Justice
Institute.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">“Increasing child passenger safety is
a primary goal of ours,” said Sharilyn Wagner, a postpartum nurse and Child
Passenger Safety Technician. “Statistics show the leading cause of death for
children ages one to 13 is automobile accidents. This is why it is so important
we ensure children are properly buckled and within the right car seat. We are
grateful for this grant as it enables us to continue to protect children.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">From 2010 to 2014, the
number of children killed in Indiana traffic collisions declined 9 percent
annually and the number experiencing incapacitating injuries increased 12
percent, according to this </span><b><span style="color: red;"><a href="https://policyinstitute.iu.edu/Uploads/PublicationFiles/Children%20FS%202014%20FINAL.pdf"><span style="color: red; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">State of Indiana report</span></a></span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">. Between 2013 and 2014, the total
number of child fatalities in Indiana traffic collisions fell by 43 percent,
from 35 to 20. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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in the less-than-1-year-old age group who experienced incapacitating injuries
rose between 2013 and 2014 from 3 to 17.1 percent.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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child under age one should always ride in a rear-facing car seat. There are
different types of rear-facing car seats: Rear-only facing seats can only be
used rear-facing. Convertible and 3-in-1 car seats typically have higher height
and weight limits for the rear-facing position, allowing you to keep your child
rear facing for a longer period of time. Never put a rear facing seat in front
of an active airbag.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">1-3
years</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Keep your child rear-facing as long as
possible. It’s the best way to keep him or her safe. Your child should remain
in a rear-facing car seat (at least until the age of two) and should continue
to ride rear-facing until he or she reaches the top height or weight limit
allowed by your car seat’s manufacturer. Once your child outgrows the
rear-facing car seat, your child is ready to travel in a forward-facing car
seat with a harness.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">4-7
years </span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Keep your child in
a forward-facing car seat with a harness until he or she reaches the top height
or weight limit allowed by your car seat’s manufacturer. Once your child
outgrows the forward-facing car seat with a harness, it’s time to travel in a
booster seat, but still in the back seat. A Child should at least a minimum of
4 years old and 40 pounds before moving up to a booster seat. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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years </span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> Keep your child in a booster seat until he or
she is big enough to fit in a seat belt properly. Indiana State Law states that
all children under the age of 8 must be in a booster seat or car seat. Best
Practice is 4’9’”. For a seat belt to fit properly the lap belt must lie snugly
across the upper thighs, not the stomach. The shoulder belt should lie snug
across the shoulder and chest and not cross the neck or face. Remember: A child
should still ride in the back seat because it’s safer there. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">“They might be as tall
as you and weigh as much as you, but their bones will not hold up to the air
bags like older bones will,” said Wagner. “Their bones and muscles are not
mature yet.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-91310305901897605942016-08-31T07:53:00.005-04:002016-09-01T12:04:57.396-04:00Franciscan St. Francis Health first in Central Indiana to use groundbreaking FDA-approved device<div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #574319; line-height: 15.4px; margin-bottom: 10px;">
<span style="line-height: 15.4px;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana – The interventional cardiology team at Franciscan St. Francis Health Heart Center is among the first in the nation and Indiana to offer patients with coronary artery disease a new FDA-approved treatment option that literally dissolves naturally into the body over time. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Rocco Carlile, a </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">61-year-old man who resides on the south side
of Indianapolis, was the first patient
in Central Indiana to receive the </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">FDA-approved
Absorb </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">stent.
</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">William Berg, MD, FACC, FSCAI,
medical director and interventional cardiologist at Franciscan St. Francis
Heart Center and Franciscan Physician Network </span><a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/fpn/locations/indiana-heart-physicians/pages/default.aspx"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Indiana Heart Physicians</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">,
implanted the world’s first FDA-approved </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">dissolving heart stent</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">on
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The Absorb stent is a major advancement in the treatment of coronary artery disease, which affects 15 million people in the United States and remains a leading cause of death worldwide despite decades of therapeutic advances.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">“The Absorb stent is a breakthrough in the treatment of coronary artery disease allowing our patients to receive lifesaving care they need without an unnecessary, permanent metal stent in their heart arteries,” said Dr. Berg. “The stent is the only medical device of its kind that naturally dissolves completely– after it has done its job of keeping a clogged artery open and promoting healing to restore blood flow of the treated artery. Patients with heart disease will benefit long-term from this kind of intervention.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Coronary artery disease is commonly treated with metal stent, which can limit artery flexibility and potential risk for later development of scar tissue or blood clots. In contrast, the new stent is made of a material similar to dissolving medical stitches that slowly starts to dissolve three-to-six months after implantation. Patients benefit because the stent treats the vessel and dissolves, allowing the artery to resume more natural function and movement.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">“Our cardiac catheterization laboratory team treats 4,000 patients every year and received extensive training on the new device,” said Dr. Berg. “We are proud to be among the first in the nation and the first in Central Indiana to offer this novel technology to our heart patients.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">After the<a href="http://www.abbottvascular.com/int/products/coronary-intervention/absorb-bioresorbable-scaffold.html?jvtmjse194iruxit9ms4i" style="background-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; color: #f15d22; text-decoration: none;"> Absorb stent</a> dissolves, it allows the artery to pulse and flex naturally. It may also reduce the risk of future blockages that occur with metallic stents, and makes it easier for cardiologists to offer additional interventions in the future if necessary. During the dissolving period, Absorb metabolizes into water and carbon dioxide, two elements that occur naturally in the body.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">All that remains in the artery are two pairs of tiny metallic markers that enable a cardiologist to see where the device was placed. After three years, the device is completely dissolved and the vessel can remain open and function on its own.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The procedure is done in an outpatient setting, and barring any complications the patient is released the following day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Carlile, a project manager for a major commercial and residential building restoration company, said Absorb has enabled him to return to those things that matter most: spending more time with his wife, children and nine grandchildren, church activities and riding his motorcycle.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">“I was back at work three days after the procedure and I’m feeling better every day,” said Carlile. “Most of all, this experience has made me appreciate all that I have and the value of life.”</span></div>
<br />Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-62985534805596781642016-08-12T11:34:00.002-04:002016-08-12T11:34:40.931-04:00Physician joins CityWay Family & Sports Medicine<div class="MsoNormal">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglOrlizioy9hSBG-m6aISaRCiUtycQw8FCg49joTVAZz6pcUz2YvGnfkVlaVKCvgBsSm8t_DRbA53rg9Fg-3ItrTm2BVypHUy8EuIIBUNN0e23mvBQqSr5u7s81vcD_Do9_JmdxX8_bG0/s1600/news-chancedavis.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglOrlizioy9hSBG-m6aISaRCiUtycQw8FCg49joTVAZz6pcUz2YvGnfkVlaVKCvgBsSm8t_DRbA53rg9Fg-3ItrTm2BVypHUy8EuIIBUNN0e23mvBQqSr5u7s81vcD_Do9_JmdxX8_bG0/s1600/news-chancedavis.jpg" /></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">NDIANAPOLIS,
Indiana – William A. “Chance” Davis II, DO has joined </span><a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/fpn/locations/cityway-family-sports-medicine/pages/default.aspx"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">CityWay Family & Sports Medicine</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">, a Franciscan Physician Network
practice. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">He joins Donald McMahon, MD; whose
office is located at </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">426 S. Alabama Street, Suite 100.
Franciscan CityWay c</span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">ombines the strength of its primary care, sports medicine and
physical therapy services to the depth of health and wellness services provided
by the full-service YMCA.<span class="apple-converted-space"> <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Dr. Davis received his undergraduate degree in biology at the
University of Mississippi and earned his medical degree from the </span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">University of Pikeville-Kentucky
College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed residency training in family
medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC).</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Davis is a member of the Christian Medical Association. He was inducted into
the Arnold P. Gold Humanitarianism Honor Society in Residency after receiving
the Excellence in Teaching Award from the students at UMMC. Dr. Davis is also a
member of the Student American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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schedule an appointment with Dr. Davis, call </span></span><span style="background: white; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">317-528-2489.<span class="MsoHyperlink"><span style="color: windowtext;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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Physician Network is a division of the Mishawaka, Indiana-based Franciscan
Alliance. To learn more about network primary and specialty care services in
central Indiana, visit FranciscanDocs.org. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-21996695990953255522016-08-11T06:59:00.000-04:002016-08-12T06:59:24.131-04:00Mooresville Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program receives reaccreditation<div class="MsoNormal">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQuj6lisZxDFeTw-ONQvD7G-SLlh99thTmnWBAyjBc2KwCBL3SNYq76JeDunnULq_5_eN-fQ3kwfzIB1exyGy3TX_tSWxvRacaEllKXOzxw6BOWirEioWwhYZn8xBxzE2BwtfeZkj_i40/s1600/news-pulmonary-MV.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="175" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQuj6lisZxDFeTw-ONQvD7G-SLlh99thTmnWBAyjBc2KwCBL3SNYq76JeDunnULq_5_eN-fQ3kwfzIB1exyGy3TX_tSWxvRacaEllKXOzxw6BOWirEioWwhYZn8xBxzE2BwtfeZkj_i40/s320/news-pulmonary-MV.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">MOORESVILLE, Indiana –
The Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at Franciscan St. Francis
Health-Mooresville has achieved reaccreditation from the American Association
of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">The certification reflects the standards of care for programs
throughout the nation. Applications can be made every three years and involve a
review by the AACVPR of the program’s policies and practices. Participation is
voluntary.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><br />
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<span style="background: white;">Under the guidance of medical director Charles
E. Kinsella, MD, the Mooresville program is evaluated for safety measures,
emergency procedures, patient monitoring, care plans, education and physical
assessment, and exercise prescriptions are reviewed and evaluated.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="background: white; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">“This accreditation is prestigious and represents excellent
teamwork by our staff, Dr. Kinsella and the patients we are proud to serve,”
said Connie Little, MS, manager of respiratory care services.</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><br />
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<span style="background: white;">Franciscan St. Francis Health-Indianapolis’ pulmonary
rehabilitation program has passed every accreditation since 1998 when it
established by the AACVPR.</span><br />
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<span style="background: white;">Pulmonary rehabilitation is a comprehensive,
evidence based, multidisciplinary intervention for patients with chronic
respiratory disease who are symptomatic and often have decreased daily life
activities.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-49549551760622311032016-08-08T08:01:00.001-04:002016-08-08T08:01:44.700-04:00Seniors encouraged to pack their bags for Journey Through Wellness<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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– What’s in your medicine cabinet? How do the medications you take interact
with one another and affect your overall health?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/hospitals/indianapolis/health-resources/senior-promise/pages/default.aspx"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Senior Promise</span></a><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">, a Franciscan St. Francis Health-based program, can help answer
those and other questions at Journey Through Wellness, Thursday, Sept. 8 at The
Atrium (3143 E. Thompson Road). The event, open from 8 a.m. to noon, provides
an interactive experience of health and wellness education, screenings and
other activities.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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pharmacists will be on hand to help with medication accuracy and safety by
meeting individually with participants who bring in their prescription and
over-the-counter drugs. This “Brown Bag” event also helps seniors to better
prepare for the annual Medicare open enrollment. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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our pharmacists partner with us for this important service,” said Mindy King,
Franciscan Insurance Services director. “This free review helps identify ways
people can save money, improve medication compliance and reveal potential
medication problems.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Wellness also offers screenings for oral cancer, blood pressure, balance and
foot exams. Flu and pneumonia vaccinations will be offered for a fee; however,
those having Anthem, Medicare or Medicare Advantage Plan insurance may be
covered. Participants should contact their insurance carriers before the event
and find out if they provide coverage for a mobile vaccination clinic.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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about personal safety and receive help on how to fill out free emergency
medical information forms. Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services staff will
explain how this helps alert them to any conditions or allergies a patient may
have if they are unresponsive during treatment. And it also helps first
responders easily identify family members or friends to contact during an
emergency.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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1987, Senior Promise has been keeping a pledge with more than 33,000 Central
Indiana seniors. The program offers a variety of benefits and events to help
those ages 55 and older stay in good health and prepare for the future.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/hospitals/indianapolis/health-resources/senior-promise/insurance-services/pages/default.aspx"><span style="color: #160cda; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Franciscan
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component of Senior Promise, </span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">has licensed agents at its facilities in
Indianapolis and Mooresville, all of whom provide counseling and sound advice
about most insurance issues. To learn more call 317-528-6660 (Indianapolis) and</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"> 317-834-9548 (Mooresville).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-71284042944630896922016-08-02T11:04:00.002-04:002016-08-02T11:04:54.898-04:00Cardiologist joins Indiana Heart Physicians; will see patients in Indy, Columbus and Greensburg<div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #574319; line-height: 15.4px; margin-bottom: 10px;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKIeY896Aazs8IBp6NAqlSlmu27uIaX2gb_74ErA4cEjVhRloy2VzzU1bZGhrmtal9_7dw2fov2LfBoXBtWo7poMWGPoNje3wa7JYLDZDlbHkxiVsFoN-ht482f-vYy0p_ymAXBJD2v28/s1600/news-park.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKIeY896Aazs8IBp6NAqlSlmu27uIaX2gb_74ErA4cEjVhRloy2VzzU1bZGhrmtal9_7dw2fov2LfBoXBtWo7poMWGPoNje3wa7JYLDZDlbHkxiVsFoN-ht482f-vYy0p_ymAXBJD2v28/s1600/news-park.jpg" /></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana – Soo H. Park, MD, has joined <a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/fpn/locations/indiana-heart-physicians/pages/default.aspx" style="background-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; color: #f15d22; text-decoration: none;">Indiana Heart Physicians</a>, a Franciscan Physician Network practice. Dr. Park will provide care in both Columbus, Greensburg and Indianapolis.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">He joins a team of highly regarded physicians, advanced practice providers and other clinicians, who provide care to patients in Indianapolis, Franklin, Greensburg, Martinsville, Columbus, Mooresville, Shelbyville, Crawfordsville and Greencastle.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Dr. Park has more than 25 years of cardiology experience. He worked at the Illinois Heart Institute, the Carle Clinic in Champaign, the Springfield Clinic, the Christie Clinic in Champaign, the Heart Association of Oregon in Eugene, and most recently in Columbus, Indiana.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Board-certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology, he received his undergraduate degree in biology with honors from the University of Chicago, and he earned his medical degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Dr. Park completed an internship and residency in internal medicine at Overlook Hospital (New Jersey) and New Jersey Medical School. He completed fellowship training in cardiology at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (New Jersey) and interventional cardiology at St. Vincent’s Medical Center (New York City).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A Columbus resident, Dr. Park was clinical assistant professor of medicine at the University of Illinois School of Medicine. He has worked as the department head of cardiology at Carle Clinic where he was also the medical director of the non-invasive vascular laboratory.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">To schedule an appointment with Dr. Park, call 317-893-1900 or toll free at 800-992-2081.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.franciscanalliance.org/fpn/pages/default.aspx" style="background-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; color: #f15d22; text-decoration: none;">Franciscan Physician Network</a> is a division of the Mishawaka, Indiana-based Franciscan Alliance. To learn more about network primary and specialty care services in central Indiana, visit FranciscanDocs.org.</span></div>
<br />Joe Stutevillehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00841983383498923981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8405110970984574780.post-64302352820892319772016-07-29T09:41:00.002-04:002016-07-29T09:41:32.944-04:00Franciscan St. Francis Health poised for nine-hour blood drive on Aug. 5<div class="MsoNormal">
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– Finding the time to donate blood can be a challenge for many – and Franciscan St. Francis Health-Indianapolis
wants to make it easier for you. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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ever, the hospital, located at 8111 Emerson Ave., will host a nine-hour blood
drive. It will take place on Aug. 5, from 7 a.m. to noon, and 4 to 8 p.m. in
the Terrace Conference Room. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Center needs approximately 550 donors daily. However, during the summer the
schools that normally host these blood drives are closed, causing a marked
reduction in donations. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the public with those donating encouraged to bring along a friend or family
member to donate with them. Pre-registration is preferred, but walk-ins are
also welcome. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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donation process to take about an hour, which includes a mini-physical and a 15
minute resting period with complimentary snacks after donating. All donors will
receive a small thank you gift as well. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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donation gets separated into three parts and is tested for safety. The three
life-saving components are platelets, red blood cells and plasma. These
components can be used for cancer treatment, surgery, trauma, burn patients and
many more conditions. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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need to be over 17 years old, or 16 with a parent’s permission and weigh at
least 110 pounds. Eligible donors can donate again 56 days between donating. People
can even become donors if they’ve gotten a tattoo, as long as it was done at
least one month prior to donating. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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travelers, cancer survivors, people with diabetes and high blood pressure may
also be eligible to donate as well. Those with questions about their eligibility
can email </span><a href="mailto:eligibility@indianablood.org"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">eligibility@indianablood.org</span></a><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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“Franciscan” and make an appointment. Those donating should bring a photo ID
and be sure to have eaten something prior to donation.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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