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3 PREVENTIVE CARETake time for you.

4 FRANCISCAN NEWSStay current with what’s happening

at Franciscan Health System.

6 WOMEN’S HEALTH Don’t let important health screenings

fall off your to-do list.

8 WEIGHT LOSSReady to get serious about weight

loss? We can help.

10 AFTER-HOURS SERVICENeed medical care after hours?

We’re always on call.

11 NEONATAL CAREFind out how we provide the best care

for our littlest patients.

12 BETTER SLEEPOur Sleep Disorders Center can help

you put sleep problems to rest.

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Comprehensive women’s care, neighborhood convenienceFranciscan Women’s Health Associates now open in Lakewood

Franciscan Women’s Health Associates at

St. Clare offers complete care for women

of all ages. We strive to provide a positive

experience built on trust, open communi-

cation and meaningful connection. Our

providers offer annual exams, gyneco-

logic surgery and expert care for the

pregnant patient, including midwifery

and traditional delivery at St. Joseph

Family Birth Center, the South Sound’s

best place for babies. Whether it’s your

first birth or your fiftieth breast exam,

we’ve got you covered! We accept most

insurance plans in the South Puget

Sound, so chances are, we’re part of

your plan.

to schedule an appointment,

call (253) 985-2920.

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Franciscan Women’s Health Associates

at St. Clare

Located in the St. Clare

Medical Pavilion

11311 Bridgeport Way S.W.

Suite 302

Lakewood, WA 98499

Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

www.FranciscanDoctors.org

Affiliated with St. Clare Hospital

Randy Alejo, MD Rhonda DiCostanzo, ARNP, CNM

Franciscan Medical Group offers a variety of specialty services, close to home: cardiology, diabetes care, endocrinology, gastroenterology, general surgery, gynecology, neurology, obstetrics, oncology, orthopedics, plastic surgery, podiatry, rheumatology, urogynecology, urology, vascular services

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She sees it again and again: “Often women make sure kids and husbands are taken care of, but ignore their own health concerns,” said Linh Huynh, MD, a family practice physician with Franciscan Medical Clinic - Canyon Road.

As a mom herself, Dr. Huynh knows how hard making time for self-care can be — but it’s critical, she said. Otherwise, chronic conditions such as depression, anxiety, diabetes and high cholesterol can result.

Self-care strategies Dr. Huynh takes to heart include:■■■ Annual well-woman exams. Have issues treated before

symptoms worsen.■■■ Daily exercise. It’s an excellent antidote to stress.■■■ Daily multivitamin. It can help make sure you get

necessary nutrients.■■■ Plenty of water. Staying well hydrated can improve

mental clarity.

Additionally, whether you stay at home, work outside the home or hold down the fort while a military partner is away,

make sure you get enough sleep and take at least 20 to 30 minutes a day for yourself. “Daily stress is what gets

women down. It has an adverse effect on physical well-being,” said Dr. Huynh.

Never ignore new or worsening issues of fatigue, sleeplessness or feelings of sadness.

Bring them to your doctor’s attention so they can be addressed.

“It’s better to be proactive than reactive. Take care of your own

health first, so you can take care of your family. When

you do, your health outcomes are almost

certain to improve.”

Linh Huynh, MD

+ take care of yourself too! To find a doctor who will always treat you as priority #1, see our list of clinics near you on page 7 or visit FranciscanDoctors.org.

Take time for youYour health depends on it

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After June 1, Ed Lopez, PA-C, will have a slightly different routine when seeing

patients at St. Joseph Medical Center. Mr. Lopez, an inpatient team medical

provider, will now be recording patient health information into a computer in

the patient’s room, not on a paper chart. It’s a seemingly small change that

offers dramatic benefits to both doctors and patients.

St. Joseph Medical Center, St. Francis Hospital, St. Clare Hospital and St.

Anthony Hospital will all launch a new electronic health record system the first

week of June. St. Elizabeth, which is already on an electronic health record system,

will adopt the same system as the rest of the facilities in 2014. Franciscan Medical

Clinics will transition to one electronic health record by the end of the year.

The key to the new electronic health records is that each patient will have

only one record or chart — no matter what doctor they see in the system. “The

benefit of having just one record is that, over time, the medical history and the

information in that patient record becomes much more complete and accurate

BREAST CENTER gETS $2.75 MILLION gIFT FOR 3D MAMMOgRAPHy

The gary E. Milgard Family Foundation has awarded a $2.75 million grant for the Carol Milgard Breast Center to provide tomosynthesis (also known as 3D mammography) to aid in the early detection of breast cancer. The technology will be installed later this year, making the center the first in Pierce County to offer this technology. The Carol Milgard Breast Center located in Tacoma is a partnership between Franciscan Health System and another local health organization serving the greater Tacoma area and surrounding communities. Franciscan will also install the 3D system at its mammography centers in Federal Way, Enumclaw and gig Harbor in the next two years.

To learn more, visit carolmilgardbreastcenter.org.

resulting in a more consistent and less frag-

mented source of patient information and

treatment which then becomes available to

all physicians whether in or out of the hospital,”

Mr. Lopez explained.

“Good information is essential for good

health care. A patient’s medical history is

unique to that individual and tells us a great

deal,” Mr. Lopez added. “Too often we have to

rely exclusively on the memories of patients or

family members for important medical informa-

tion. With this new system, if the patient has

been seen within the Franciscan network of

hospitals and clinics in the past, we’ll be able to

call up their health record immediately resulting

in accurate information.”

Patients also will have quick access to their

health information by signing up for the

system’s secure, online Franciscan MyChart tool.

Using MyChart, patients will be able to view

their medical records, request appointments or

prescription refills from their primary care

doctor — even email their doctor. MyChart also

will provide reminders of screening tests and

other health information to help patients get

not only the best in health care, but also the

best in illness prevention.

NEW ELECTRONIC HEALTH RECORD BRINGS DRAMATIC BENEFITS


LOCAL DOCTORS, HOSPITALS PARTNER TO COORDINATE CARE FOR MEDICARE FEE-FOR-SERVICE BENEFICIARIES

Franciscan Health System has joined with

Northwest Physician Network, an associa-

tion of local independent community

physicians, to form an Accountable Care

Organization (ACO) to ensure Medicare

Fee-For-Service beneficiaries in the South

Sound have access to high-quality, coordi-

nated care. Called Franciscan Northwest

Physicians Health Network, it is the first ACO

in the South Puget Sound area and the

second in the state. Since the passage of the

Affordable Care Act, more than 250 ACOs

have been established nationally.

All ACOs must meet quality standards to

ensure savings related to Medicare

Fee-For-Service beneficiaries through

improving care coordination and providing

care that is appropriate, safe and timely.

Franciscan Northwest Physicians Health

Network’s goal is to provide better coordi-

nated care across physician offices and

hospitals, better health outcomes and fewer

hospital visits for our Medicare Fee-For-

Service beneficiaries. Beneficiaries using

ACOs always have the freedom to choose

doctors inside or outside of the ACO.

to learn more, visit FhShealth.org/ACO

or call 1-800-MeDiCARe.

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ST. CLARE HOSPITAL TO SPONSOR LAkEWOOD FARMERS MARkETSt. Clare Hospital is proud to be a sponsor of the 2013 Lakewood Farmers Market.

This important sponsorship furthers St. Clare’s mission, as part of Franciscan Health System, to create healthier communities. The seven-week summer-time farmers market brings the commu-nity together to enjoy local farm-fresh

products, prepared foods, hand-crafted items, entertainment and more.Representatives of St. Clare Hospital will be on hand throughout the

season to provide tips and information for living a healthy lifestyle.The Lakewood Farmers Market will take place this summer on

Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at City Hall.

For more information visit www.cityoflakewood.us/farmersmarket.

CENTER OF ExCELLENCE IN MINIMALLY INVASIVE GYNECOLOGY

St. Francis Hospital, St. Joseph Medical Center, and eight

affiliated physicians were named Center of Excellence in

Minimally Invasive Gynecology™ (COEMIG™) designees

by the AAGL and Surgical Review Corporation.

The COEMIG program distinguishes surgeons and

facilities that demonstrate an unparalleled commitment

and ability to consistently deliver safe, effective, evidence-

based and coordinated care.

“Women’s services have grown more advanced and specialized

over the past 10 to 15 years. ‘Minimally invasive surgery’ isn’t just a catch phrase, it is

a proven surgical option for women that will provide the lowest risk of complications

along with the fast recovery times. This award demonstrates both the physician’s and

hospitals’ commitment to providing safe, high-quality care. We are truly raising the

bar for the overall patient experience,” said Cindy Mosbrucker, MD, medical director

for the COEMIG program.

to learn more, visit FhShealth.org/gynecology.


you have lists for work, groceries and errands. But when do you ever put yourself at the top of your to-do list? The time is now: talking with your doctor about important health screenings is one of the most effective ways to safeguard your wellbeing.

“Regular health screenings facilitate early detection and treatment of conditions before they become major problems,” said karen Nelson, MD, Franciscan Health System’s division chief for Women’s Health and OB/gyN with Franciscan Women’s Health Associates in the new Medical Office Build-ing at St. Joseph. “For example, cervical cancer has decreased 50 percent in the last 30 years in the United States due to routine Pap screening.”

Here’s a closer look at why regular health screenings should be on your to-do list.

Feel Fine? HealtH problems can still lurk “Health screenings can serve so many different purposes,” said Randy Alejo, MD, an OB/gyN with Franciscan Women’s Health Associates at St. Clare. For starters, they get you past your doctor’s office door. “Communicating with your doctor is one form of screening,” he said. “When you start talking about your health, any symptoms you may have, and your family history, it can help inform your doctor about your health.”

Talking can also clue your doctor into any potential health risks you may have or risky behaviors such as smoking or excessive drinking that could warrant additional testing and counseling.

Many screenings, from blood tests to Pap smears, can detect problems you may not know you have. That’s because many conditions such as elevated blood sugar and cervical cancer often don’t have any symptoms early on. “The good news is the earlier your doctor detects something, the easier it is to treat,” Dr. Nelson said.

Heart disease in men receives lots of attention, but it’s also the number one killer of women. Routine screenings can pick up warning signs such as high blood pressure and abnormal cholesterol, which are treatable with medication as well as diet and lifestyle changes. Without the screening, however, these issues could go undetected for too long and you may not know anything is wrong until you suffer a serious medical issue like a heart attack.

put your HealtH in your Hands Health screenings offer you a barometer of how well you’re doing health-wise. When you receive the recommended screenings regularly, you’ll also be able to tell where you’re improving in your daily health choices — and where you could be doing better to stay on the healthiest path possible.

“If you’re due for any health screenings, make an appoint-ment with your health care provider today,” Dr. Alejo said.

Karen Nelson, MD

What women should know about health screenings

Randy Alejo, MD

Your most important To-do LisT

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Women’s health screeningsIt’s important to talk with your doctor about your health history and the screenings you need.

To keep you on track, clip and save this handy chart of recommended health screenings. get your next screening on your to-do list, contact a clinic near you from the list below.

SCReening Why? When? WheRe in yOuR COMMunity?

Pap Test Cervical cancer screening

Beginning at age 21, yearly

pelvic exam with Pap collection

every 3 years or based on your

doctor’s recommendations

Franciscan Women’s health Associates at St. Clare (253) 985-2920Franciscan Medical Clinic

Canyon Road (253) 539-4200DuPont (253) 964-5260

Lakewood (253) 985-6688Spanaway (253) 538-4660

University Place (253) 564-0170

Clinical breast exam

Breast cancer screeningEvery 1-3 years beginning at age 20;

yearly starting at age 40

Franciscan Women’s health Associates at St. Clare (253) 985-2920Franciscan Medical Clinic

Canyon Road (253) 539-4200DuPont (253) 964-5260

Lakewood (253) 985-6688Spanaway (253) 538-4660


mammographyAn x-ray of the breasts to

check for breast cancer

Yearly starting

at age 40Carol Milgard Breast Center (253) 759-2622

glucose testing Diabetes screeningStarting at age 45,

every 3 years

Franciscan Medical Clinic Canyon Road (253) 539-4200

DuPont (253) 964-5260Lakewood (253) 985-6688Spanaway (253) 538-4660


Lipid profile assessment

Measures levels of

cholesterol and triglycerides

in the blood to assess

risk of heart disease

Starting at age 45,

every 5 years




Thyroid-stimulating hormone

Checks if your thyroid gland

is working normally

Starting at age 50,

every 5 years




Bone density screening

Checks for osteoporosis

Beginning at age 65, no more than

once every 2 years unless other

health risks develop

Carol Milgard Breast Center

(253) 759-2622

Colorectal cancer screening

Looks for signs of cancer in

the colon and rectum

Colonoscopy starting at age 50,

repeated every 10 years1

Franciscan Digestive Care Associates Lakewood (253) 582-9335

Puyallup (253) 445-5750

1 Additional methods for colon cancer screenings include: fecal occult blood test yearly; flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years; double contrast barium every 5 years; computed tomography every 5 years.

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Nobody chooses to become

obese. However, factors such as

genetics, the food environment

and our modern sedentary

lifestyle are conspiring to make

this potentially life-threatening

condition an issue for more

and more of us each day.

Kay Vick lost more than 100 pounds after having gastric bypass surgery at Franciscan Center for Weight Management.

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Fortunately, the Francis-can Center for Weight Management is ready to help patients achieve healthier weights. As a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, we have the experience you can trust. More weight loss surgeries are performed here than at any other hospital in the South Puget Sound.

tHe Franciscan edgeAt the Franciscan Center for Weight Management, all weight loss procedures are done using minimally invasive techniques, including ad-vanced laparoscopy and the DaVinci® surgical system. With minimally invasive techniques, surgeons can see into the body with great clarity, yet the incisions are smaller than ever before. Scarring is minimized, patient safety is enhanced and recovery usually happens much more quickly.

But what finally drives someone to get serious about a healthy weight through weight loss surgery? Haroon Anwar, MD, FACS, a surgeon at the Center, said each story is unique but a few common themes emerge.

“Often, my patients see parents go through health problems, and they commit to becoming more health-conscious,” Dr. Anwar said. “They also get tired of taking multiple medications to treat obesity-related illness such as high blood pressure. They want to feel better.”

Many want to get back to doing activities they once enjoyed or have yet to try, added Troy Houseworth, MD, FACS, a surgeon at the Center. “The weight has kept them off their feet, which has caused them to gain more weight. It’s a vicious cycle,” he said.

are you ready to cHange?Whatever the reason people seek out surgery, weight gain that persists and causes a person to have a body-mass index of 40 or up — or 35 and up plus a comorbid condition such as diabetes — usually makes a person a candidate for weight loss surgery.

A good first step, said Dr. Houseworth, is to come to a free, no-obligation seminar to learn about surgical weight loss options. “Patients get an overview of the different surgeries and learn for themselves which one fits them best,” he said.

Franciscan Center for Weight Management also offers effective medical weight loss, which includes guided weight loss, extensive nutrition education, and even group programming.

No matter how much weight you have to lose, Franciscan is ready to help you achieve a healthy weight.

Haroon P. Anwar, MD, FACS

Waking up to lifeKay Vick, 44, weighed 246 pounds. She had

high blood pressure, high cholesterol and

sleep apnea — and she was about to be

prescribed insulin for her diabetes.

However, Kay had also been researching

weight loss surgery. She took notice when the

LapBand® — the only bariatric procedure she

qualified for due to a prior abdominal surgery

— became covered by her health plan.

In 2009, Kay finally had her procedure at the

Franciscan Center for Weight Management.

Today she weighs just 127 pounds and wears

size 5/6 instead of 22/24. “My only regret is

that I didn’t do it sooner.”

As a customer service representative with

a prominent health insurer, Kay sometimes

talks with members about bariatric benefits.

“I can only share my experience with them

— but I definitely tell them what I experi-

enced,” she said.

Weight loss hasn’t been Kay’s only benefit,

either. She’s off her medications. “Three months

after surgery, my cholesterol was normal. And

I never had to give myself shots,” she said.

Recently her husband commented that she’s

stopped sleeping all the time. “He said I just

go-go-go! I told him that’s right — and he

had better keep up!” she said.

+ take the first step! Sign up for a free seminar on weight loss surgery at FranciscanWeightLoss.org or call 1-888-825-3227.

beFore

Troy Houseworth, MD, FACS

Who hasn’t been there: you wake up in the middle of the night with a fever and a cough, a stomach virus takes over your household at midnight or a mysterious rash appears on your child’s leg right after bath time. Before, your options consisted of taking a trip to the emergency room or an urgent care clinic or counting the hours until your doctor’s

office opens. Now Franciscan Medical group patients have another choice.

“With Franciscan after-hours service, care is available to our primary care patients who have medical issues that come up after office hours or when our Prompt Care urgent care clinics are closed, but the problem isn’t acute

Janis Fegley, DO

Our new after-hours service offers patients the future of telemedicine now

+ to learn more about Franciscan after-hours, ask your physician, a member of our care team or visit FhShealth.org/afterhours.

We’re always on call

Cliff Robertson, MD, COO

enough to have to go to the ER,” said Janis Fegley, DO, a family medicine physician at Franciscan Medical Clinic – Canyon Road, and Franciscan Medical group primary care division chief.

Quality care, Quick serviceWhen you call any Franciscan primary care clinic after the clinic has closed, a team of physicians or advanced registered nurse practitioners are ready to care for you through a “virtual visit.” The provider may be able to treat you over the phone. “For example, they can call a prescription into a 24/7 pharmacy and you can get started on the medication right away,” Dr. Fegley said.

In some instances, you may be able to video chat with the provider so he or she can see and diagnose an issue like a burn or a rash. “This service doesn’t replace primary care, but increases your access

to it,” said Cliff Robertson, MD, chief operating officer of Franciscan Health System. After your virtual appointment, the provider will e-mail a visit summary to both you and your primary care provider. “It is truly an extension of your relationship to your Franciscan primary care doctor,” Dr. Robertson said.

more money in your pocketNot only is the service incredibly conve-nient, it’s also affordable. “The cost is significantly less than the typical co-pay of an emergency room or urgent care visit,” Dr. Robertson said. Currently, this service is available to those covered by commer-cial insurance or without coverage for a $20 flat fee billed directly to the patient.

Now you don’t have to wonder if that terrible cough or stomachache can wait until morning — we’re there for you whenever you need us — day or night.


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All babies need loving, expert care to usher them into the bright, bustling world outside their mother’s womb. Some, especially those born very early or critically ill, need special-ized monitoring and support. Franciscan Health System offers a complete range of prenatal, obstetric, delivery and post-partum care — even for fragile newborns — right here in the South Sound.

seattle cHildren’s partnersHip and neonatal intensive care Through a new partnership which began April 1, 2013, Seattle Children’s Hospital neonatologists and neonatal nurse practitioners provide 24/7 care in the Level III

neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) opening soon at St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma. To make room for the NICU, St. Joseph has remodeled and expanded its Level II special care nursery.

“For families, this means being able to get advanced care close to home,” said Peter Robilio, MD, maternal-fetal medicine specialist and medical director for women’s services for Franciscan. “Staff in the NICU can care for newborns who arrive as many as 12 weeks early or weigh as little as 2 pounds, 2 ounces. We can also provide respiratory services, such as

ventilation for babies who need help breathing. These are real advancements in what we’re able to offer in our communities.”

get liFe oFF to a positive startThe Family Birth Center at St. Joseph brings more than 3,800 babies into the world each year, making it the busiest birth center in the South Sound. Along with obstetricians, the center has a midwife team and a doula program.

“Everyone at the birth center is passionate about providing expert, personalized care and making sure the mother and baby are safe and the entire family feels comfortable,” said Ellen Hu, MD, of Franciscan Women’s Health Associ-ates. Dr. Hu is one of many Franciscan obstetri-cians serving patients in the South Sound.

The birth center’s private labor-and-delivery rooms include whirlpool tubs, and the private post-partum rooms are spacious and comfort-able. A mom’s support person has a place to sleep in the room with her, and her baby “rooms in” as well so they can bond and breastfeed. It’s all part of Franciscan’s commitment to get life with your baby off to a positive start.

Peter Robilio, MD

Ellen Hu, MD

+ give yOuR BABy the BeSt. To learn more about Franciscan Family Birth Centers, visit fhshealth.org/familyBirthCenters.

The BEST CARE for our littlest patients

Franciscan’s Peter Robilio, MD, and Seattle Children’s Roberta Tauto’o, ARNP, provide care for baby Nolan Ehret born January 9, 2013.

Put your SLEEP PROBLEMS to restDo you often feel tired during the day? Do you sometimes nod off while sitting at your desk or talking to your spouse? you may think these signs are related to stress or fatigue, but there could be a bigger problem at play, such as a sleep disorder.

“We spend a third of our life asleep,” said board certified pulmonologist and sleep medicine specialist David Shaw, MD, medical director of the St. Clare Sleep Disorders Center in Lakewood. “Insufficient sleep can affect your daytime functioning, alertness, attention and memory. It can also increase your risk for a variety of health problems, including weight gain, high blood pressure, stroke, heart disease, depres-sion and anxiety disorders.”

breatHe easier, sleep betterIf you think you have a sleep problem, you may want to ask your doctor for a referral to a Franciscan Sleep Disorders Center. Sophisticated technology allows our Sleep Disorders Centers staff the ability to perform comprehensive overnight sleep

+ Being sleepy can be a serious health risk. Seven minutes online with SleepAware could change your life. Visit FhShealth.org/SleepAware to get started.

tests that evaluate what’s causing your problem. “The sleep tests are performed in a comfortable, home-like atmosphere,” said Dr. Clerc, a board certified sleep medicine specialist at Franciscan Specialty Clinic - Canyon Road.

Sleep tests are most commonly used to diagnose sleep apnea. With sleep apnea, your breathing may pause repeatedly throughout the night. The most com-mon kind is obstructive sleep apnea, in which your airway becomes blocked while you sleep.

If you have sleep apnea, a sleep specialist can offer treatment options such as continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP). The machine’s mask fits over your nose and applies gentle pressure to help keep your airway open

while you sleep. Patients who use a CPAP often report that they sleep and feel better very quickly. you may also need a sleep test to diagnose restless leg syndrome, periodic limb movement disorder, REM behavior disorder (in which you act out your dreams), nocturnal seizures and more.

“New technology will often allow sleep testing to be done in the comfort and privacy of your own home,” said Dr. Clerc. Rather than staying overnight at the center, for a home sleep study you’ll receive a kit to use overnight with items that record information such as airflow, blood oxygen levels and breathing effort. A sleep specialist can use this data to help diagnose an issue.

improve your sleep and Quality oF liFe“While sleep disorders can increase your risk for illness, you’re also likely to have a sleep disorder if you already have a condition such as heart failure, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart attack, coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, difficulty losing weight or a history of stroke,” said Dr. Shaw. “If you have any of these medical conditions or symptoms of a sleep problem, ask your doctor whether a sleep test may be right for you.”

A better night’s rest is close by!St. Clare Sleep Disorders Center

11307 Bridgeport Way S.W.,

Lakewood

(253) 985-6951

Daniel Clerc, MD

David Shaw, MD


EvEnts

Miles for Meso WA Memorial 5k Run/WalkHosted by the Mesothelioma Foundation in

partnership with the Federal Way Community

Center. Cost: $20 until 4/30/13; then $25 until

6/25/13. After and day of is $30. Kids 9 and under:

$15. All proceeds go to the Mesothelioma Applied

Research Foundation.

Register at signmeup.com, at the FWCC.

» Thurs., July 4; 9 a.m.; FEDERAL WAY, Federal

Way Community Center, 876 S. 333rd St.

2013 enumclaw garden tourThe self-guided tour starts at Country Farm & Feed

where participants can pick up maps and descriptions.

Proceeds will benefit the Care Van program which

offers free healthcare related transportation to plateau

residents. Cost: $15 advance/$20 at door. To register,

call (360) 802-3206 or visit enumclawrhf.org.

» Sat., June 22; ENUMCLAW, Country Farm & Feed

St. Francis hospital Winemakers’ Farm-to-table Dinner & AuctionUncorked, a Winemakers’ Farm-to-Table dinner

featuring a gourmet five course meal, accompanying

Washington wine pairings, and silent and live

auction items. Benefiting St. Francis Cancer Care

Services and the purchase of on-board imaging (OBI)

equipment for the oncology linear accelerator.

Cost: $250 per person, $3,000 for a corporate table.

For more information call (253) 428-8411.

» Sat., May 4; 6 – 10 p.m.; TACOMA, Hotel

Murano, 1320 Broadway

St. Francis hospital golf tournament Washington National Golf Club will host this 26th

annual fundraiser on the greens featuring 18 holes of

golf, BBQ lunch and awards dinner. Cost of golf with

cart is $225 per person, $900 for a foursome, $50 per

dinner guest. Company sponsorships are avail-

able. Proceeds benefit St. Francis Radiation Oncology

services. For more information call (253) 428-8411.

» Mon., July 15; 1:30 p.m.; shotgun start;

AUBURN, Washington National Golf Club,

14330 SE Husky Way

Brett erickson golf Classic and Fairway DinnerPlay With Heart! at the Brett Erickson Golf Classic

and Fairway Dinner benefiting St. Anthony Hospital

Cardiovascular Suite. The Fairway Dinner, chaired by

Dr. Raed Fahmy will feature silent and live auctions

and dancing. Cost of golf only is $175/person with

a BBQ lunch and $275 including the Fairway

Dinner; dinner-only tickets are $150/person. Please

call (253) 428-8411for tickets and sponsorships.

» Fri., June 2; 12 p.m.; shotgun start; GIG

HARBOR, Canterwood Golf & Country Club,

12606 54th Ave. NW

Roll the Dice for Breast Care!Join us for an evening of bunco, prizes and

refreshments as we raise money for women in our

community who can’t afford mammograms or other

breast health services. $22/person. Mammo

Martinis and Cosmos for Cancer will be available for

purchase. Reservations required. Donations also

accepted. To register, call 1-888-825-3227 or visit

FHShealth.org/womenscare.

» Thur., May 16, 6:30 p.m.; FIRCREST, Fircrest Golf

Club, 1500 Regents Blvd

2013 American Cancer Society Relay for LifeFranciscan Health System is a proud sponsor of the

American Cancer Society Relay for Life events. Cost:

Free. For more information visit relayforlife.org. To

register, contact Jamie Dobosz at (253) 426-6746.

» Fri., May 31-Sat., June 1; LAKEWOOD, Clover

Park High School, 11023 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW

» Fri., June 7; FEDERAL WAY, Saghalie Middle

School, 33914 19th Ave. SW

» Fri., June 14; GIG HARBOR, Goodman Middle

School, 3701 38th Ave.

» Fri., June 14; LAKEWOOD, Mt. Tahoma High

School, 4634 S 74th St.

» Sat., July 13; ENUMCLAW, JJ Smith Elementary,

1640 Fell St.

Service of Remembrance: in Loving Memory of our Dialysis PatientsJoin us as we honor the lives of dialysis patients

who are no longer with us. Cost is free. Please RSVP

to Thina Truong at (253) 426-6071 or email

[email protected].

» Wed, May 29, 1-3 p.m., TACOMA, St. Joseph

Medical Center Chapel, 1717 S. J Street

Women Living with Metastatic Disease RetreatFranciscan Health System is partnering with Pacific

Rehabilitation Centers to co-host this retreat. Meet

other women living with all types of Stage IV

cancer and learn more about new treatment and

empowerment strategies. $95/person. To register,

call 1-888-825-3227 or visit FHShealth.org/classes .

Scholarships are available by contacting Bobbi

Meins, (425) 644-4100.

» Thur., April 25 – Fri., April 26; Check-in begins at

11 a.m. Thursday; FEDERAL WAY, Archbishop

Brunett Retreat Center at the Palisades; 4700

SW Dash Point Rd

March of Dimes Annual March for Babies Takes steps for the half million babies born too soon

each year - join us for the annual March of Dimes

march for babies. Call (253) 752-9255 for registration.

» Sat., May 18, TACOMA, Wilson High School,

1202 N. Orchard

See something you like? Mark your calendar! Franciscan Health System offers these upcoming events and resources to help promote healing of mind, body and spirit.

spring

2013

health!For your


Family Education

For more information about our family education

classes and to register, call 1-888-825-3227 or visit

FHSHealth.org/childbirthclasses.

Childbirth Preparation Three Franciscan

hospitals offer childbirth preparation classes. Topics

include pregnancy comfort measures, labor and

birth including variations and interventions, and

postpartum. $125/couple or free with Provider

One/ DSHS card.

Family Birth Center Maternity Reception and tour Be prepared for your upcoming delivery

with a tour of the birth center and tips for going home

with your baby. FREE!

teen Childbirth Preparation Pregnancy

preparation specifically addressing the unique

needs of young people 19 and under. $60/couple

or free with Provider One/DSHS card.

Breastfeeding Preparation Covers basic

breastfeeding initiation tips and accessing

postpartum lactation resources. $50/couple.

Conscious Fathering Dads-to-be discuss

priorities, life adjustment, fears, problem solving,

partnership and basic infant care. $50/person.

newborn Preparation A resource for parents

preparing for discharge after delivery. This one time

class includes topics such as postpartum care of

mom and baby, hints for adjusting to new roles,

basic newborn care and resources. $50/couple.

infant Massage Fun, relaxing 3-hour class

designed to nurture the bond between parents

and babies. $60 for parents and baby.

CPR/Child Safety Learn basic resuscitation

and how to make your home safe for children.

$60/person, $90/couple.

Safe Sitter Babysitting training for adolescents.

Discusses many topics including how to handle

emergencies. $75/person.

Free Car Seat Safety Check Is your child’s car

seat installed correctly? Certified technicians will

show you how to install your car seat according to

national safety guidelines. To make an appointment

and for details, call (206) 987-SAFE or visit

FHShealth.org/carseat.

HEaltH talks

healthy is Delicious — eating a Mediterranean DietLearn from our Franciscan Cancer Care experts

why foods such as olive oil, legumes, nuts and

fish can improve your health. Enjoy a cooking

demonstration with a Franciscan chef, showing

you how to prepare these foods at Healthy is

Delicious. Cost is $10 per person and includes

many appetizers. Space is limited. Register by

calling 1-888-825-3227.

» Thurs., May 2; 6 – 8 p.m.; GIG HARBOR,

St. Anthony Hospital, Smalling Conference Room

» Thurs., May 23; 6 – 8 p.m.; GIG HARBOR,

St. Anthony Hospital, Smalling Conference Room

» Dates TBD; 6 – 8 p.m.; LAKEWOOD,

St. Clare Hospital Classrooms A, B & C

Relief for Achy Knees Come hear leading Orthopedic Surgeon, Patrick

Vaughan, MD, talk about new approaches to

managing painful knees, from innovative

approaches to managing knee pain to new

techniques used during knee replacement. To

register, please call 1-888-825-3227 or visit:

FHShealth.org/ortho.

» Tues., May 21, 6-7:30 p.m.; TACOMA,

La Quinta Inn & Suites, 1425 East 27th St

Reduce your Risk for Stroke Join Dennis Wang, MD, as he discusses risk factors,

stroke prevention, the latest treatments and proper

steps to take in the event you or a loved one shows

signs of a stroke. To register, call 1-888-825-3227 or

visit FHShealth.org/classes.


La Quinta Inn & Suites, 1425 East 27th Street

understanding and treating Back Pain Join Caroline Carlson, ARNP, from the Franciscan

Spine Center as she discusses how the back works,

common back problems and some of the latest

surgical and non-surgical treatments that can get

you back to living your active life. To register, call

1-888-825-3227 or visit: FHShealth.org/ortho.


St. Joseph Medical Center, 1717 South J. Street,

Lagerquist Conference Room

Options and innovations in Joint Replacement Are painful hips and knees slowing you down?

Robert Yancey, MD, orthopedic surgery expert,

discusses the latest innovations in implants and

surgical techniques that are helping patients heal

faster, experience less pain and create longer-

lasting joints. To register, call 1-888-825-3227 or

visit: FHShealth.org/ortho.

» Wed., April 24, 6-7:30 p.m.; GIG HARBOR,

Inn at Gig Harbor, 3211 56th St. NW

Advancements in Joint Replacement If you are suffering from hip or knee pain caused by

arthritis or another condition, come hear leading

Orthopedic Surgeon, Richard Gray, MD, discuss the

latest developments in joint replacement surgery,

as well as non-surgical treatment options that are

available to you. To register, call 1-888-825-3227 or

visit FHShealth.org/ortho

» Thurs., April 18, 6 - 7:30 p.m.; FEDERAL WAY,

Best Western Plus Evergreen Inn & Suites,

32124 25th Ave. S

A healthy heart is a happy heartJoin us for a free health talk, where Cardiologist Jeffrey

Rose, MD, Franciscan Medical Center-Cole Street, will

discuss risk factors for heart disease, as well as provide

info about arrhythmia, coronary artery disease, heart

failure, and how you can reduce your risks.

» Wed., May 8; 6 - 7:30 p.m.; ENUMCLAW,

St. Elizabeth Hospital, Rainier Conference

Room, 1455 Battersby Ave.

your heart Questions Answered!Join us for a free health talk, where Cardiologist Ming

Zhang, MD, Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates, will

discuss risk factors for heart disease, as well as provide

info about arrhythmia, coronary artery disease, heart

failure and how you can reduce your risks. To register,

call 1-888-825-3227 or visit FHShealth.org/heart.

» Wed., May 22, 6 - 7:30 pm.; FEDERAL WAY,

Best Western Plus Evergreen Inn & Suites,

32124 25th Avenue S


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Tacoma • 253-426-4101

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Living Well With Kidney DiseaseThis free class will help those with chronic kidney

disease understand their condition better, learn

ways to preserve kidney function and live a better

life with kidney disease. To register, please call

1-888-825-3227 or visit FHShealth.org/classes.

» Wed., May 1, 2:30-5:30 p.m.

» Wed., Aug. 7, 2:30-5:30 p.m.

TACOMA, St. Joseph Medical Center,

1717 South J. St.

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction ClassesA life-skills practice that will help reduce stress and is

ideal for people living with anxiety and depression,

cancer, heart disease, chronic pain, high blood pressure,

sleep disorders or other ongoing conditions. Given by

Franciscan Neurologist John Wendt, MD, the course will

be conducted in a 1-hour orientation session, eight

2.5-hour weekly classes and a 7-hour Saturday retreat.

Instruction includes: meditation, body scan and gentle

hatha yoga, class discussion and mindful communica-

tion, stress physiology, workbook and three CDs. Cost:

$300/person. To register, call 1-888-825-3227 or visit

FHShealth.org/mindful.

» Orientation Session April 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m.;

FEDERAL WAY, Class Series May 1 – June 19,

6:30-9 p.m.; Retreat, Saturday, June 8,

9 a.m.-4 p.m., St. Francis Hospital, Courtyard

Conference Room, 34515 9th Ave. S.

heart healthy nutrition SeriesHeart healthy nutrition series is a 4-week class that

will give you information on reading food labels,

eating out, portion control and heart healthy

eating. Cost: Free. Call 1-888-825-3227 to register.

» First and fourth Wednesdays of every month

from 9:30 -10:30 a.m.; TACOMA, Heart Center

Education Room at St. Joseph Medical Center

WEigHt loss

Weight Loss Surgery — Learn the FactsJoin this FREE seminar to learn your surgical options

at the Franciscan Center for Weight Management, a

designated Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence by

the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric

Surgery. Registration is required. Go to Franciscan-

WeightLoss.org or call 1-888-825-3227.

Medical Weight LossNeed to lose 30 pounds or less? Our weight loss

program includes medically supervised options such

as nutrition consultation, education and support

groups. Call 1-800-823-6525 for more information.

» FEDERAL WAY, Franciscan Center for Weight

Management, 34509 Ninth Ave. S, Suite 310

Weight Loss Surgery Support groups Whether you’re contemplating surgical weight loss

or have already had surgery, we have a support

group to meet your needs. Register online at

FranciscanWeightLoss.org or call 1-888-825-3227.

» LAKEWOOD, Third Monday of the Month,

6:30-7:30 p.m., St. Clare Hospital Resource

Center

» FEDERAL WAY, Second Tuesday of the Month,

1 - 2 p.m., St. Francis Hospital Medical Office

Building, 34509 Ninth Ave. S

support groups

Parkinson’s Support groupA support group for those with Parkinson’s disease

(or their loved ones) which provides valuable health

information, resources and camaraderie. For more

information, contact Doug Manuel at manuel@

harbornet.com or (253) 858-8741.

» 2nd Wednesday of every month, 4 -5:30 p.m.;

GIG HARBOR, St. Anthony Hospital, Green Point

Dining Room, 11567 Canterwood Blvd NW

Diabetes Support groupsLearn and find encouragement and support

from others coping with diabetes. Call

Franciscan’s Diabetes Services at (253) 426-6753

for more information.

» Second Tuesday of the Month,

5:30 - 6:30 p.m., GIG HARBOR,

St. Anthony’s Hospital Conference Room A,

111567 Canterwood Blvd NW

» Third Wednesday of the Month,

Noon - 1 p.m., FEDERAL WAY, St. Francis

Medical Office Building, 34509 9th Ave. S

» Fourth Monday of the Month,

Noon - 1 p.m., TACOMA, St. Joseph

Medical Center , Dining Rooms 1 & 2,

1717 South J St.

Womenheart of Pierce CountyThis group is for women who are heart attack

survivors, are at risk for heart disease or want to

learn more. E-mail [email protected]

or call (253) 426-4456 for more information.

» Last Tues/month; 5 - 7 p.m.; TACOMA,

St. Joseph Medical Center, 1717 S J St.

Most programs and classes are free, but many require registration. For more information, call the number listed.


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