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CUSTOMER SERVICE

Floyd Memorial customer service inquires can be made to our Customer Service Hotline at (812) 981-6510.

HOW TO HELP

HealthScope is designed to support the Healthier Community Initiative by providing up-to-date health tips and wellness information to benefit our community’s health. Through this publication, the Floyd Memorial Foundation hopes to encourage healthier active lifestyles for the residents of Southern Indiana. As a non-profit organization, Floyd Memorial relies on your support of our Foundation to provide health screenings, educational programs and hospital improvements. To learn how to help, visit floydfoundation.org or call (812) 949-5519.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Visit “Careers” at floydmemorial.com to find out more about exciting career opportunities available at Southern Indiana’s premier regional healthcare provider.

Enroll in Cancer Prevention Study-3.

By enrolling in the American Cancer Society’s Cancer Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3), you can help us understand how to prevent cancer, which will save lives and create a world with more birthdays for everyone.

Enrollment for CPS-3 will take place at: Floyd Memorial Hospital Tuesday, March 19, 2013, 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 20, 2013, 7:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

For more information about enrolling or volunteering, please visit cps3kyin.org or call 1-888-604-5888.

By enrolling in the American Cancer Society’s Cancer Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3), you can help us understand how to prevent cancer, which will save lives and create a world with more birthdays for everyone.

Enrollment for CPS-3 will take place at: Floyd Memorial Hospital Tuesday, March 19, 2013, 3 - 7 pm Wednesday, March 20, 2013, 7 - 10:30 am

For more information about enrolling or volunteering, please visit www.cps3kyin.org or call 1-888-604-5888.

A bi-monthly update on leading-edge care fromJanuary/February 2013

Healthy Heart Issue: - Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery- Heart Healthy Diet Tips & Tricks- Cardiac Rehab Brings Patient

Back from the Brink

Lincoln Hills Health Center Offers Accelerated Therapy Options.

Having a Baby? Consider a Nurse Midwife.

Find Out How You Can Help Create a World With Less Cancer and More Birthdays.

The newest members include:Dennis and Gina BordenAnthony and Cecilia CookeDavid and Diana DavisAlan and Mary ElliottJohn and Judith HodgeRon Kron and Terry GoodsonGreg and Kelly McMinowayLinda MintonScott and Angie RoseJeff and Lea Ann StirnRussell and Rayna Withers

All other members:John Abel and Nancy SmithDavid and Lana AebersoldR. Sam AndersonDr. D. Mark and Bobbi BickersDr. Everett E. Bickers, Jr.Dr. Bradley and Tami Black Steve and Kathy BrownDr. Joseph and Billie BruckmanDr. Naveed and Noreen ChowhanHon. J. Terrance and Peggy CodyDr. John M. ConnerDr. Maurice and Linda CrowleyDr. Bill and Rita Davidson

Dr. Christopher and Ann DayDr. Art and Margaret DuncanMark and Phyllis EichenbergerMike FordDr. William and Brenda FortnerJames E. and Deborah M. GarnerMary GarnerDr. William III and Ann GarnerJohn and Barbara GeltmakerDarius and Mariam GhaziBryan and Laurie HaagBryant R. and Annette HansonRoger C. and Rochelle M. HarbisonJames and Pam Hartfield

Dr. David and Ruth HeidemanMichael and Evelyn HeiligenbergFrank and Jamie HeinzKermit and Linda HendrichMike and Lynn HigginsDJ and Cynthia HinesDr. C.M. and Janna HockerGreg and Jan HuberTed and Dana HuberKevin and Lisa InmanEdward and Tammi JerdonekTom and Lodie JonesChuck and Pat KassePat and Pam KelleyNova* and Martha KingRobert and Deena KleehamerRichard and Kim Kochert

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The Guardian Angel program offers patients and visitors a way to say thank you to a special associate, physician or volunteer who has made a positive difference in their hospital experience by making a donation in their honor to the Floyd Memorial Foundation. For more information, call (812) 949-5803.

Guardian AngelCongratulations to Floyd Memorial’s

recent Guardian Angel recipients:

Heritage SocietyThe Heritage Society is a distinguished group of individuals who support the advancement of healthcare services at Floyd Memorial. Established September 13, 2003, the Heritage Society is comprised of members who are recognized and honored as hospital benefactors of the highest order. Membership in the Heritage Society is awarded to donors who pledge $5,000 or more to the Floyd Memorial Foundation (payable over a five-year period). These donations fund a variety of special projects and programs that enrich our community. In 2012, we added several new members to the Heritage Society bringing membership to 109.

Erin Billingsley, PharmD PharmacyCam Graves, MD Emergency MedicineShelby Green, RN Cardiac Telemetry Unit Pam Hobbs Medical Care ManagementCarrie Lamb, RN Ambulatory ServicesChristina Minrath, MD Physician Associates of Floyds KnobsLisa Page Environmental ServicesMary Lynne Spencer, RN Ambulatory ServicesMark Wathen, CNA MIPSAndrea Wheatley, RN Cardiac Cath LabWendy Wheeler, RN SIPS

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Nabil Abouchala, MDPulmonary Medicine1035 Wall Street, Suite 104Jeffersonville, IN 47130(812) 213-9036

Lanny Gore, MDGeneral SurgeryFloyd Memorial Medical Group - Surgery2125 State Street, Suite 3New Albany, IN 47150(812) 949-5575

Suresh Kasaraneni, MDOrthopedic Surgery1477 North Gardner StreetScottsburg, IN 47170(812) 752-9127

Dost Mohammed, MDFamily MedicineAmerican Health Network5130 Charlestown Road, Suite 1New Albany, IN 47150(812) 949-0140

Jeff Stidam, MDCardiology & ElectrophysiologyMedical Center Cardiologists213 Hunter Station Road Sellersburg, IN 47172(502) 585-4321

New Physicians

Looking for a Physician?

Call Floyd Memorial’s Physician Referral line at 1-800-4-SOURCE (1-800-476-8723) or visit us online at www.floydmemorial.com. We can help you find the doctor that’s just right for your specific needs.

Krishna Konijeti, MD 2013 Chief of Staff

C.M. Hocker, Jr., MD 2013 Vice Chief of Staff

John Conner, MD 2013 Secretary-Treasurer

2013 Medical Staff Officers Named Floyd Memorial recently named its medical staff officers for 2013. Krishna Konijeti, MD, will act as chief of staff, with C.M. Hocker, Jr., MD, serving as vice-chief of staff and John Conner, MD, serving as secretary/treasurer. Dr. Konijeti is a board certified nephrologist with Nephrology Associates of Southern Indiana, with offices in Louisville, New Albany and Clarksville. Dr. Hocker is a board certified family medicine physician with Floyd Memorial Medical Group - State Street in New Albany and Dr. Conner is a board certified orthopedic surgeon in New Albany.

Floyd Memorial Recognized as a Business First Healthiest Employer Finalist

Floyd Memorial made the list of finalists for Business First’s Greater Louisville Healthiest Employer award, and was the only Southern Indiana hospital to make the list.

The award recognizes local companies who are proactive in trying to improve the health of their employees by promoting wellness.

Floyd Memorial has an outstanding wellness initiative including a nurse navigator program, two associate wellness fairs with a multitude of free health screenings every year, exercise, nutrition and other wellness challenges, free access to a cardiac rehab exercise facility, diabetes incentive program, seasonal farmer’s market on-site and programs to save money on insurance premiums and prescription drugs.

On the cover...Floyd Memorial Heart and Vascular Center physicians pictured left to right: (first row): Bapineedu Gondi, MD Mark Bickers, MD Sebastian Pagni, MD(second row): M. Saleem Seyal, MD Syed Raza, MD Carl Dillman, MD (third row): D. Marty Denny, MD Surender Sandella, MDNot pictured: Naveen Devabhaktuni, MD, Steven Filardo, MD, Christopher Hofelich, DO, Kevin Hollis, MD, Srini Manchi, MD, Matthew Williams, MD

Psychiatrist Jeuti B. Wylde, MD, Joins Floyd Memorial Medical Group - Behavioral Health

Floyd Memorial Medical Group is pleased to welcome psychiatrist, Jeuti B. Wylde, MD, to its team of physicians. Dr. Wylde graduated medical school from Guahati Medical College in India. After moving to the United States, she spent

several years working in Washington State. Dr. Wylde then completed residency in psychiatry and behavioral health from the University of Louisville. For nearly 20 years, Dr. Wylde has practiced medicine in the Louisville Metro area, with much of that time spent in Indiana.

To contact Dr. Wylde, call Floyd Memorial Medical Group - Behavioral Health at (812) 282-2036.

Jeuti B. Wylde, MD

Floyd Memorial Cancer Patients Benefit from Community Foundation of Southern Indiana Grant

The Floyd Memorial massage therapy program recently received a $2,500 grant from the Community Foundation of Southern Indiana to support the continuation of its complimentary massage therapy services to cancer patients and their caregivers. The grant monies will provide Clark county residents treated at Floyd Memorial Hospital and/or the Cancer Center of Indiana the benefit of therapeutic massage and bodywork while under treatment.

Massage therapy has been shown to stimulate cancer patients’ lymphatic systems, helping the body fight off infection, reduce muscle tension, pain, fatigue, nausea, blood pressure, pulse rates and emotional/mental stress levels. This grant allows patients to receive the benefits of therapeutic massage at no cost.

For more information on the therapeutic massage program at Floyd Memorial and the Cancer Center of Indiana, please call (812) 981-6255.

Floyd Memorial Medical Group - Surgery is pleased to announce that board certified general surgeon, Lanny Gore, MD, has joined their team

of outstanding surgeons. Dr. Gore is a 2002 graduate of the University of Louisville School of Medicine, where he also completed his residency in 2007. Dr. Gore has been practicing in Southern Indiana for the past five years. His surgical expertise covers all aspects of general surgery including bariatrics, laparoscopic procedures, hernia repairs, colon resections and laparoscopic surgery to correct GERD. For more information about Dr. Gore, contact (812) 949-5575.

FMMG - Surgery Welcomes Lanny Gore, MD

Lanny Gore, MD

Floyd Memorial Home Healthcare Receives Top National Rating

Floyd Memorial Home Healthcare has recently made the 2012 HomeCare Elite™ Top 500 list

of home care agencies in the United States. This is the second year in a row to make the Top 500 listing. The 2012 HomeCare Elite™ listing is a compilation of the most successful home care providers nation wide, and names the top 25 percent of agencies in quality of care, quality improvement and financial performance.

Floyd Memorial Home Healthcare provides services in six Southern Indiana counties including Floyd, Clark, Harrison, Crawford, Washington and Scott. They also offer online referral forms for caregivers and physicians. Call (812) 948-7447 or go to floydmemorial.com/home-health for more information.

David and Judy KockaMichael and Felecia KoerberJack and Melanie KoetterKenny and Vicki KoetterRandy and Sandra KoetterBob and Kelly KoetterBob* and Carol LibsGary and Sandy LibsRobert MackinJon V. and Betty MathesJack McCloskeyPat and Leaha McCriteDr. James McCullough, Jr.Jerrol Z. and Alice MilesTed and Meredith MillerJohn and Carol Mullen

Jack McCloskeyPat and Leaha McCriteJohn R. and Kim NavilleDr. Bogdan and Gerry NedelkoffRonald and Anne OffuttTim PenceGreg Pennell and Mary Jo GarnerMerrill and Peggy PeterGregory Pilotte and Dr. Jayne HollanderDr. Ronald and Pamela PryorJim and Jerri QuillmanChris Rauen and Dr. Julie HutchinsonDr. Ed S. Reed, Jr.

Tim and Valerie RiceJames and Phyllis RobinsonDr. Timothy and Susan SchmittVaughan and Jill ScottDr. Bahram and Shahin SepehriTommy and Leslie SheetsRobert ShineGary and Rita ShourdsMark D. and Melody ShugarmanBill and Janet SmithGlenn P. and Dawn SmithEverett and Mary Evelyn SpriglerTJ and Jan Sprigler

Kerry M. and Debbie R. StemlerJohn and Kay StevensSue TerrellJim and Kathy TroutmanMark and Martha TrumanJerry L. Ulrich and Leslie Vidra John and Claudette WaggonerJ. Scott and Anne WatersDana and Sharon WavleRichard and Joy WhistineHarlan and Karen YeagerFuzzy and Diane Zoeller

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Congratulations to Mike Helton, RN, Progressive Care Unit, for being named “Best Nurse” by the News and Tribune’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards. Floyd Memorial was also recognized as “Best Hospital.”

Floyd Memorial Hospital and Nurse Win Readers’ Choice Awards

Mike Helton, RN

Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease with a Heart Healthy Diet Eating heart healthy is a lifestyle change,

not a quick fix. Fad diets and pills or food supplements are never the answer. A balanced diet is a varied diet. But what do these statements really mean? Read on for simple, helpful information from our heart health experts, cardiologist, Surender Sandella, MD, and clinical dietitian, Sallie Niehoff, RD, LD. Keep it Natural

“Foods that come from nature are always better than processed foods,” said Dr. Sandella. “And in keeping with that theme, pills and synthetic hormones will never give the same benefits that a balanced diet will. A good example is fish oil. There are many studies that prove diets that are high in fish have significant heart benefits, but the jury is still out on whether fish oil supplements actually help at all. The same goes for vitamin supplements. Eat fruits and vegetables from all the color groups and you’ll not only have a stronger heart and smaller waistline, your risk for cancer will decrease as well. There’s no proof pills will ever give you those benefits.”Antioxidants and Soluble Fiber Protect Your Heart

“Free radicals are waste products of your body’s metabolism that, left unchecked, can cause damage to normal cells and initiate disease processes such as heart disease, cancer and premature aging. I encourage everyone to eat dark colored fruits and vegetables that are naturally rich in antioxidants to neutralize the harmful effects of free radicals. High antioxidant fruits include blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, red grapes and raisins. The best vegetables are dark green and include kale, spinach, broccoli and Brussels’ sprouts.”

She continued, “While all fiber is good for you, soluble fiber is particularly heart healthy. It interferes with the absorption of cholesterol in your diet, helping to lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, while also slowing down digestion. This delays the emptying of your stomach and makes you feel full, which helps control weight and blood sugar levels. Common

sources of soluble fiber include oatmeal and oat bran, lentils, apples, oranges, pears, strawberries, nuts, flaxseed, beans, dried peas, blueberries, cucumbers, celery and carrots.”Think Plants

Cholesterol is only found in animal products; therefore a diet rich in plant-based foods with limited animal sources is your best bet for a healthy heart. Dr. Sandella explained, “Animal proteins are okay as long as they’re eaten in moderation. But in America we eat too many animal products in too large of portions. With the exception of fish, try to limit your meat consumption and increase your fruit, vegetable, legume and nut consumption.”

Sallie added, “You don’t have to be a vegetarian to have a healthy heart, but incorporate meat-free days into your diet and substitute plant-based proteins such as soy, nuts and legumes (dried peas and beans), and you’ll be surprised by how easy and affordable it can be. If you regularly eat meat seven days a week, try going meat free once a week, then increase those days as your tastes change. One of my favorite sources for meat-free recipes is the US Dry Bean Council. They have some great, simple recipe ideas at www.usdrybeans.com.”

Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery Offers Significant BenefitsMinimally invasive heart surgery

procedures are becoming more and more prominent. It’s rare however, to find a surgeon who has been performing them regularly for an extended length of time. Fortunately for Southern Indiana patients, Floyd Memorial Heart and Vascular Center cardiothoracic surgeon, Sebastian Pagni, MD, is one such rare find. Dr. Pagni, a surgeon with University Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates who has over 12 years of experience in minimally invasive valve repair and replacement, explained the procedures and why they are so beneficial to patients. Significantly Smaller Incisions Mean There is No Need to Split the Entire Breastbone

“When valve replacement and repair is done minimally invasively, this means that we are accessing the valve through a small incision of approximately six centimeters in the ribs or the chest without the need to split the entire breastbone,” explained Dr. Pagni. “In contrast, traditional open procedures involve an incision of approximately 20 centimeters in length down the center of the chest and then splitting the entire breastbone and spreading it apart to access the valve. When the procedure is performed through a small incision between the ribs, we call it Mini Thoracotomy. If we access the valve via a small incision in the chest, we call it Mini Sternotomy.”

“What most people don’t realize is that minimally invasive valve surgery is not a new, untested procedure; it’s something that has been around since the mid-1990’s,” said Dr. Pagni. “I have been performing these procedures on qualifying patients for over 12 years, with great results. While it is more complex surgically, it has many patient benefits and is a proven, reliable option for the right candidates.” How it’s Done: Minimally Invasive Aortic and Mitral Valve Repair/Replacement

Aortic valve surgery is performed to replace or repair the aortic valve in your heart. Blood

flows out of your heart and into the aorta through the aortic valve. It opens up so blood can flow out. It then closes, keeping blood from flowing backwards. An aortic valve that does not close all the way allows blood to leak back into your heart. This is called aortic regurgitation. An aortic valve that does not open fully will restrict blood flow. This is called aortic stenosis.

Mitral valve surgery involves either repairing or replacing the mitral valve in your heart. Blood that comes from the lungs enters the left atrium of the heart and crosses into the left ventricle. The mitral valve between these two chambers makes sure that the blood keeps moving forward. When the mitral valve is narrowed, it prevents the blood from moving forward. This is called mitral valve stenosis. When the mitral valve is too loose, the blood tends to flow backwards. This is called mitral valve prolapse.

“When these conditions occur in the aortic and mitral valves, surgical repair or replacement may be necessary,” said Dr. Pagni. “Minimally invasive valve surgery does not require a large incision or cutting through the entire breastbone. We are able to gain access to the heart through one to three smaller, less visible incisions (called ports) that can be made between the ribs (Mini Thoracotomy) or a smaller breastbone incision (Mini Sternotomy), as well as one small incision in the groin. The diseased

valve can then be repaired or replaced through these ports, with the surgeon looking at the heart directly through the incision or through a small tube-shaped camera. This is a more complex procedure for the surgeon than the traditional open approach, but with a well experienced surgeon and team like I’m fortunate to have at Floyd Memorial, it is undoubtedly an excellent choice for some patients.”

“Minimally invasive valve repair and replacement is something that I’ve been performing for 12 years. It has recently become more common, and for good reason. Patients benefit from less pain, faster

recovery and a smaller, less visible scar.”

Sebastian Pagni, MD Board Certified Cardiothoracic SurgeonUniversity Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates

“The number one thing I want my patients to know is that your fate is never written in stone. Heart disease and plaque can be reversed with diet, exercise and weight loss. Eat a balanced diet of

natural unprocessed foods and exercise for 45 minutes to an hour at least five days a week. You’ll be amazed at the transformation your body will make.”

Surender Sandella, MD Board Certified Interventional CardiologistCardiovascular Associates of Southern Indiana

“A lot of people think a heart healthy diet means they can no longer enjoy their favorite foods, but that’s not true. Moderation across all food categories is the key. Eating heart healthy actually means broadening

your food horizons, not limiting them.”

Sallie Niehoff, RD, LD Clinical DietitianFloyd Memorial Food and Nutrition Services

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Follow These Tips and Tricks to Be Heart Healthy

Free Healthy Snacks Post UpCall 1-800-4-SOURCE (1-800 476-8723)

to receive a free Post Up with 70 great healthy snack ideas.

Benefits of Minimally Invasive Valve Repair and Replacement

• Significantly smaller incision size

• Lower complication risk

• Less pain

• Less blood loss

• Faster recovery time-approximately four weeks instead of eight

• Smaller, less visible scar

• Shorter hospital stay

• Early return to work

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• Eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables including whole grain and high antioxidant and soluble fiber foods.

• Eat fish at least twice a week.• Eat less salt. Aim for less than 1,500 mg of

sodium per day.• Avoid trans-fats and saturated fats. Trans-fats

are found in many processed foods, and any fat that hardens at room temperature is saturated.

• Watch your cholesterol intake-the goal is less than 150 mg per day. This can be easily accomplished by reducing your animal product consumption.

• Drink no more than one alcoholic drink per day. No alcohol is best, but if you’re going to drink, choose red wine for its high antioxidant count.

• Balance your calorie intake with your calorie expenditure-eat smaller portions and increase your activity levels.

• Use herbs and spices instead of fat for flavor in your cooking.

• Skip snacks and desserts after dinner. You will wear these calories instead of wearing them off.

• Get up and move after each meal. Try to be up and going for 15 to 30 minutes after eating. It will improve digestion, burn calories and help you feel full.

Free “Heart Healthy Dining Out” Event

Tuesday, February 12, 6 pm Paris Health Education Center

In honor of heart health awareness month, join board

certified interventional cardiologist, Surender Sandella, MD, and Floyd Memorial Food & Nutrition Services executive chef, Debbie Richter, for an informative presentation on how to eat heart healthy when dining in or out. A large selection of area restaurants will be on hand to offer free samples of heart healthy menu items following the presentation. Heart health experts will also host informative booths, and great door prizes will be given away. Attendance is limited, so register early by calling 1-800-4-SOURCE or by visiting www.floydmemorial.com/events. Registration deadline is Wednesday, February 6.

For more information on minimally invasive procedures available at

the Floyd Memorial Heart and Vascular Center, visit www.floydmemorial.com/heart or call (812) 949-7088.

Mini Sternotomy: entire breastbone is not split and valve is accessed through a small incision in the chest.

Mini Thoracotomy: breastbone is spared and valve is accessed through a small incision in the ribs.

Are You a Candidate?Favorable • Healthy weight• Healthy peripheral arteries • Straightforward valve disease• Good ventricular function

Unfavorable• Obese (extreme)• Pulmonary or renal disease• Complex valve disease• Poor peripheral artery health• Breast implants• Pectus abnormalities• Low ventricular function

Heart Healthy Seasoning Ideas for Meat, Fish and Eggs:

• Beef: basil, bay leaf, curry, dill, dry mustard, green pepper, horseradish, marjoram, fresh mushrooms, nutmeg, onion, pepper, thyme

• Chicken: fresh mushrooms, paprika, parsley, thyme, sage, lemon pepper

• Pork: apples, unsweetened applesauce, garlic, onion, sage

• Fish: bay leaf, dill, dry mustard, green pepper, lemon juice, lemon slices, marjoram, fresh mushrooms, paprika, unsweetened orange juice, fresh dill

• Eggs: curry, dry mustard, green pepper, onion, fresh mushrooms, paprika, parsley, tomato, basil

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Cardiac Rehab Helps Patient Come Back from the Brink Reece Henderson was at home with his wife

of 38 years, Ollie, in March of 2012 when he began coughing uncontrollably. Thinking he was simply suffering from allergies, he took some medication, but continued to struggle to catch his breath. But Ollie knew something just wasn’t right, and called 9-1-1. By the time the paramedics arrived, Reece had collapsed with no heartbeat or pulse. What followed next was nothing short of a miracle. “They Never Gave Up on Him.”

Since Reece doesn’t remember what happened to him after collapsing, Ollie shared his story. “The paramedics were unable to get a heartbeat, so they rushed him to Floyd Memorial, since it was the closest hospital. They told me that when they brought him into the Emergency Department, he was DOA-dead on arrival. But the doctors and nurses never gave up on him. They worked and worked on him until they finally got a weak pulse. He coded three more times after that, but they kept him going.”

Next, Reece was put on life support and placed on hypothermia therapy machines that lowered his core body temperature to slow his body’s metabolism and preserve brain functioning. He then remained in a coma on the intensive care unit for a week before receiving a heart catheterization and triple bypass open-heart surgery. In total, his hospitalization lasted 18 days.

Ollie continued, “We had never been to Floyd Memorial before this happened,

and I wasn’t sure what to expect. Now we’ll never go anywhere else. Every face we saw was a new one, but they all treated us like family. The nurses were constantly by his side. In fact, I don’t think I ever saw him alone in 18 days. We’ve been to a lot of hospitals over the years, but we’ve never been so loved and made to feel so special.”Cardiac Rehab Offers Hope for Recovery

After regaining his strength and being released from the hospital, Reece completed home health rehabilitation before coming back to Floyd Memorial for outpatient cardiac rehab in early June. He completed three one-hour sessions per week for four months.

Cardiac Rehab registered nurse, Beth Ruoff, RN, discussed his progress, “Reece made huge strides with his endurance and muscle strength during his time in cardiac rehab. When he first came to us, he relied on a walker to get around and was working

very hard to complete 20 minutes of exercise per visit. Now he only needs a cane outside the home and can complete 50 minutes of exercise while only feeling lightly exerted. He exercises every day, gained back the weight he lost during his hospitalization and his blood pressure and blood sugars are better controlled. He can lead an active lifestyle now, which is great, because I hear that he can’t wait to get back to beautifying his lawn this spring!” Miracle Man

“Everyone calls Reece a miracle man,” said Ollie. “But I like to say its miracle God instead. We have been so blessed to have all of these wonderful caregivers come into our lives. A perfect example is how the staff in cardiac rehab treated our six year-old granddaughter, Jamé. We brought her along to all of Reece’s sessions, and she just loved spending time with the staff and the other patients. To this day, she asks to go back and visit all the time, and they still have her pictures that she drew for them on display. Floyd Memorial is like an extension of our family now.”

You Can Help Create a World with Less Cancer and More Birthdays. Here’s How. Floyd Memorial is offering two opportunities to join the fight against cancer.

Local Residents Have Unique Opportunity to Participate in a Historic Cancer Research Effort.

Is Cardiac Rehab Right for You? Cardiac rehab can benefit almost anyone who has suffered a cardiac event such as surgery, catheterization, heart attack or has a chronic condition. It is covered by most insurance plans within one year of the qualifying event. Benefits are both emotional and physical, and include:

• Increased strength, flexibility and stamina for daily living activities.

• Education from qualified cardiac nurses on diet, medication and appropriate exercise for each patient’s specific condition.

• Weight regulation. Cardiac rehab helps with losing excess weight or gaining back weight lost during hospitalization.

• Better regulation of blood pressure and blood sugar.

• Emotional support. While exercise plans are individualized, groups of patients exercise at the same time, and many become very close over the course of their rehabilitation. The camaraderie of exercising with someone who is going through a similar situation helps patients overcome the anxiety and depression that can often accompany a cardiac illness.

• Monitored exercise allows the nursing team to see if the heart is working properly during physical exertion and work with the patient’s physician to make appropriate adjustments to medications and treatment plans as needed.

• Goal setting. The accountability of regular sessions helps with motivation to meet goals such as improving diet, quitting smoking and exercising daily.

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“Cardiac Rehab is incredibly beneficial for almost anyone who has had a cardiac event. Whether it be surgery, heart attack or a chronic condition, we help patients re-establish and maintain

an active lifestyle, get their heart health in order and get back to living again.”

Beth Ruoff, RN Cardiac Rehab NurseFloyd Memorial Heart and Vascular Center

For more information or to schedule your enrollment appointment, visit cps3kyin.org, call 1-888-604-5888 or e-mail cps3@cancer.org.

‘Be the Match’ Bone Marrow Donor Registry Drive

Thursday, February 7, 3 - 7 pmFloyd Memorial Cancer Center of Indiana

No appointment necessary. Joining the registry is quick and painless-all it takes is a simple cheek swab. Visit marrow.org for more information or to order a free cheek swab kit to be mailed directly to your home if you are unable to attend the drive in person.

Be the Match. Save a Life. Join the National Bone Marrow Donor Registry on February 7 at Floyd Memorial.

Thousands of patients with blood cancers such as leukemia or lymphoma depend on the National Bone Marrow Donor Registry to find a match to save their life. The Floyd Memorial Cancer Center of Indiana will host a drive to sign up community members interested in joining the registry on Thursday, February 7 from 3 to 7 pm.

People between 18 and 44 years of age who meet health guidelines and are willing to donate their bone marrow if a genetic match is found are encouraged to participate. Joining the registry is quick and painless-it only takes a simple cheek swab to potentially save a life. No appointment necessary. For more information on the Be the Match Registry, visit marrow.org.

Floyd Memorial offers cardiac rehab at two convenient locations in New Albany and Jeffersonville:

The Floyd Memorial Heart and Vascular Center Cardiac Rehabilitation program is certified by the American Association of

Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). Certified AACVPR programs are recognized as leaders in the field of cardiovascular rehabilitation because they offer the most advanced practices available.

Reece and Ollie Henderson with granddaughter Jamé. Not pictured are children James, Alecia and Maurice, daughter-in-law Arlana, grandchildren Brionna, Brandelyn and Maurice Jr., and first cousins Curtis Sr. and Mary Jo Rivers.

“We’ve been to a lot of hospitals over the years, but surprisingly, this was our first stay at Floyd Memorial. Now we won’t go anywhere else. We have never felt so loved and cared for in our life. Reece was hospitalized for 18 days, and in that entire time, he was never alone. There was always someone by his side, caring for him, praying with us or just checking on us and making sure we were comfortable. It was nothing short of wonderful.” — Ollie Henderson

Join Our Cancer Prevention Study-3.

The American Cancer Society invites men and women between the ages of 30 and 65 who have never personally been diagnosed with cancer to join their third cancer prevention study, known as CPS-3. The purpose of CPS-3 is to better understand the lifestyle, behavioral, environmental and genetic factors that cause or prevent cancer and to ultimately eliminate cancer as a major health problem for this and future generations. The ultimate goal is to enroll at least 300,000 adults from various racial/ethnic backgrounds from across the U.S.

Enrollment requires two steps and will involve the following:

• After scheduling your enrollment appointment at cps3kyin.org, you will receive a confirmation e-mail with instructions to go online and complete your first, most comprehensive survey. This survey will ask you questions regarding medications you are taking, family history of cancer, lifestyle and other behaviors. This survey should ideally be completed prior to your appointment time and will take approximately 45 minutes. However, if you are unable to complete the survey in advance of your appointment, you may complete a paper version that will be available at the enrollment site and mail it to the American Cancer Society in a pre-postage-paid envelope within one week.

• At your appointment, you will be asked to sign an informed consent form, complete a brief survey, as well as provide a waist circumference measurement and a small blood sample (similar to a doctor’s visit). The blood sample will be taken by a certified, trained phlebotomist. Your appointment should last approximately 20 to 30 minutes.

• Following enrollment, you will receive mailed surveys at home approximately every two years to update your information. You will also receive annual study newsletters to update you on research taking place in the Cancer Prevention Studies.

CPS-3 Enrollment:Tuesday, March 19, 3 – 7 pm

Wednesday, March 20, 7 – 10:30 am

Floyd Memorial’s Green Valley Road Lobby

Appointments required. Visit cps3kyin.org to schedule your enrollment time.

New Rehab Therapies at Lincoln Hills Health Center Help Patients Recover FasterAfter surgery or a life-altering event such

as a stroke occurs, patients are often left with a variety of symptoms that include extreme muscle weakness, fatigue, difficulty walking, reaching or writing, loss of balance and much more. Getting back to their normal activities of daily living can be incredibly difficult. Many times, therapy is recommended, often taking place in a skilled nursing facility or rehabilitation center after leaving the hospital.

Depending on the individual, the goal of therapy can be great or small. A patient may need to retrain their body to do everyday tasks such as eating, bathing, using the bathroom, walking stairs, transferring from a wheelchair to a bed or just simply need improved muscle strength.

Nichole Holt, COTA/L, rehabilitation director at Lincoln Hills Health Center, a service of Floyd Memorial Hospital and Health Services, in New Albany, explains why a short-term inpatient rehab stay can provide added benefits to recovering patients. “At a short-term rehabilitation facility such as Lincoln Hills, patients can expect to receive intensive therapy six days a week, which is typically more intense than if having outpatient or home-bound therapy.” Holt stated. “Our rehabilitation plans are tailored to the needs of each individual to help him or her regain their strength and independence as quickly as possible,” she added.

Depending on the need, Lincoln Hills offers traditional physical, occupational and speech therapies as well as Accelerated Care Plus (ACP) therapy.

What is ACP Therapy?ACP therapy treatments are used in

conjunction with traditional rehabilitation therapies to help decrease pain, inflammation and edema, therefore increasing the patient’s comfort and tolerance to treatment. The modalities used in ACP therapy programs include:• Electrical stimulation, where comfortable

electrical pulses work to improve or restore movement

• Patterned Electrical Neuromuscular Stimulation (PENS), which closely replicates the body’s normal muscle and nerve firing patterns. By retraining the nerves first, the muscles have more ability to rehab better

• Therapeutic Ultrasound and Shortwave Diathermy, which delivers high-frequency energy from sound and electromagnetic waves

In addition to these modalities, Lincoln Hills also recently added ACP’s new OmniVR™ system to its arsenal of therapies. OmniVR™ is the world’s first virtual rehabilitation system designed specifically for the needs of geriatric patients and more medically complex conditions. It improves exercise participation, repetition and duration. Lincoln Hills is the only facility in the Southern Indiana region to use this technology.

“The OmniVR™ is essentially a video game for adults. Like an Xbox® 360 Kinect, a camera is stationed on the TV that detects the patient’s motion, making the person the controller,” Holt explained. “Patients have so much fun that they forget about the pain and don’t even realize how many repetitions they have actually accomplished.”

Holt added, “Games such as Stop the Wolf and Stomp the Bug are among some

of the favorites. I’ve seen patients stomp 20, 30 or 40 bugs and they are not even aware of how much they have just completed.” She went on to explain, “Patients reach farther and complete more exercises using the OmniVR™, and what is even better is that all of this is in addition to traditional rehab therapies. Therefore, patients are improving their functional status quicker, which gets them back to their normal routine faster.

The OmniVR™ system has six different exercise modes depending on the individual’s needs:

• Seated exercise• Wheelchair propulsion and control• Upper extremity• Balance• Walking• CardioThe OmniVR™ is suitable for just about

any rehabilitation patient and helps to improve balance, movement, coordination, endurance, cognition and strengthening.

“With our new virtual reality therapy program, patients are having so much fun that they don’t even realize they are doing therapy. And because it is fun, patients are much more willing to push themselves which is getting

them rehabilitated faster and home quicker.”

Nichole Holt, COTA/L Facility Rehabilitation DirectorLincoln Hills Health Center

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Lincoln Hills Health Center, a service of Floyd Memorial

Hospital and Health Services, is the 3rd largest long-term care facility in Southern Indiana. The health center, which is located at 326 Country Club Drive, New Albany, IN 47150, is less than two miles from Floyd Memorial Hospital. For more information, visit www.lincolnhillshealthcare.com or call the center at (812) 948-1311 to schedule a site visit.

Considering a Baby…Consider a Nurse Midwife to be Your Healthcare PartnerWhether you already have children or

you’re planning your first, there are many things to consider. Possibly one of the most important is for the mom, or mom-to-be, to decide what type of healthcare provider is best for her needs. Rest assured that no matter what mom desires, from certified nurse midwifery to obstetricians, we have her needs covered here at Floyd Memorial. Why choose a Nurse Midwife?

A certified nurse midwife (CNM) can be an appealing option for those interested in a more personalized approach to childbirth. The nurse midwifery program at Floyd Memorial Birthing Center began in December 2012 when Carla Layne, Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner and Certified Nurse Midwife, joined the team of providers at OB/GYN Associates of Southern Indiana. Carla brings with her more than 10 years of nurse midwifery experience. She is trained in both nursing and midwifery and is certified by the American College of Nurse Midwives (ACNM).

Carla explains, “As a nurse midwife, I am able to provide each patient with more time and attention than is often received from other providers. I help my expecting patients to understand both the physical and emotional changes they are experiencing, teach them how to be healthy and provide them with all the information needed to create a birthing plan that is right for their individual needs.”

Carla supports a variety of labor options, including the freedom to move around during labor, receive massage, use a rocking chair while laboring, use a laboring tub or a birthing ball and receive pain medication or pursue natural labor. She is qualified to administer medications, order epidurals and perform some medical procedures. Carla also encourages full-term pregnancies, at least 39-weeks, so that the baby is as healthy as possible at the time of delivery.

Carla’s focus is on the entire birthing family. “The father is a very important part of the birthing family,” Carla explains. “I try to involve dad in every aspect of the process. This is also one of the greatest moments of his life, and he needs to understand his role as the support person for mom.”

When the big day is finally here, there is no question about who is doing the delivery. Patients can count on Carla to do the initial evaluation upon arrival to the hospital, stay with them throughout the laboring process and then perform the delivery. “My patients can expect that I will personally be there for them as they labor, coaching and supporting them throughout the entire birthing process,” said Carla. Dispelling the Myths about Nurse Midwifes

Even though midwifery has become more and more popular, accounting for nearly 10 percent of births nationwide, there are still some misconceptions that exist around what a nurse midwife does. Carla explains, “Midwifery is not just for those seeking a

natural childbirth. Probably nine out of 10 mothers that I deliver elect to receive birthing interventions such as epidurals or intravenous pain medications.” Carla continued, “As a nurse midwife I want to partner with my patients to find the method that is right for them whether that is natural childbirth or childbirth with interventions.”

As an advanced registered nurse practitioner as well as a midwife, Carla can provide gynecological and menopausal care. She performs annual exams, writes prescriptions, provides basic nutrition counseling, offers parenting and patient education and assists her patients with their reproductive health and menopausal years.

Patients can also be assured that midwifery services are covered by most insurance plans.

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“As a certified nurse midwife, I am a partner in my patients’ healthcare. I offer my patients more one-on-one time than they can typically find with other providers, and help them develop a plan of care that meets their individual

needs. I recognize how important it is to focus care on the whole family, including education and support throughout pregnancy, labor, delivery and postpartum needs, and patients can count on me to be there for them 24/7.”

Carla Layne, ARNP, CNM Certified Nurse Midwife and Nurse PractitionerOB/GYN Associates of Southern Indiana

Floyd Memorial Birthing Center Supports: Healthy Babies are Worth the Wait®, a March of Dimes Initiative

The Floyd Memorial Birthing Center is a participating hospital in the March of Dimes Healthy Babies are Worth the Wait initiative to reduce elective inductions prior to 39 weeks gestation. Aspects of the initiative include:

• If possible, it’s best to carry your baby at least 39 weeks.

• Getting to at least 39 weeks gives your baby’s brain and lungs the time needed to fully grow and mature.

• Your baby will be less likely to have vision and hearing problems after birth if delivered after 39 weeks.

• Your baby will have time to gain more weight in the womb. Babies born at a healthy weight have an easier time staying warm than babies born too small.

• Inducing labor can cause problems with mom such as stronger contractions, infections or uterine ruptures.

• Your due date could be off and your baby could come too early if labor is induced. Being born too early could cause health problems at birth or later in life.

PregnancyCentral

Pregnancy Central is your go-to resource for all the information you need before, during and after pregnancy. Take a week by week look at your pregnancy, learn about nutrition, labor and delivery, baby’s first year and much more.

Here’s how to get started:

• Visit www.floydmemorial.com/baby

• Then click “Pregnancy Central”

INTRODUCING

Balance and ControlProgram designed for individuals looking to get their diabetes under control, new to diabetes or new to insulin. Covered by most insurance plans. To register, call (812) 949-5700.Diabetes Refresher CourseProgram helps patients set goals for healthy management of their diabetes. Highlights include: what’s new in diabetes, understanding the numbers, counting carbohydrates, latest treatment options, evaluating old goals andsetting new ones. Covered by most insurance plans. To register, call (812) 949-5700.Pre-Diabetes ClassIf you have pre-diabetes, or are overweight and 45 or older, you are at high risk of developing type-2 diabetes. Class is designed to help determine what changes are needed, and set goals for living healthier. Class is self-pay and costs $25. To register, call (812) 949-5700.

JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2013 Calendar of Events

Alzheimer’s Support GroupThird Thursday of each month 2 - 3:30 pm & 6 - 7:30 pmContact: Sadie Powell, (812) 948-1311Amputees in Motion Support GroupFourth Wednesday of each month, 7 pmMeets at Southern Indiana Rehab HospitalContact: Brittany Bley, (502) 724-4490Balancing Life with Diabetes Support GroupTuesday, January 15, 10 - 11 amTopic: Setting S.M.A.R.T. Goals for 2013Tuesday, February 19, 10 - 11 amTopic: Foot CareTuesday, March 19, 10 - 11 amTopic: Round Table DiscussionMeets at Floyd Memorial Joslin Diabetes Center Affiliate - 2019 State Street, New Albany To register, call 1-800-4-SOURCE.Brain Injury Support GroupThird Thursday of each month, 7 pmMeets at Southern Indiana Rehab HospitalContact: Beverly Setree, (502) 819-2542Breast Cancer Support GroupSecond Thursday of every other month, 7 pm Please note: February meeting will be held February 21.Contact: Pat Kasse, (812) 948-1215Cancer Support GroupFirst & third Thursday of each month, 6:45 - 8 pmFloyd Memorial Cancer Center of IndianaContact: Helen, (812) 945-4000 ext. 6231CareGiver Support GroupFirst & third Thursday of each month, 6:45 - 8 pmFloyd Memorial Cancer Center of IndianaContact: Helen, (812) 945-4000 ext. 6231

Gluten Free Support GroupFourth Tuesday of each month, 6:30 - 8:30 pmContact: Jennie Olmstead, (812) 945-4500La Leche League of Southern IndianaThird Monday of each month, 6:30 - 8 pmBreastfeeding support and informationContact: Lisa, (812) 941-1960Mended Hearts Support GroupFourth Monday of each month, 6 pmContact: Jackie Lattis, (502) 819-2085 for meeting locationMultiple Sclerosis Support GroupFourth Monday of each month, 6 pmContact: Michael Quinn, (502) 797-5878Parkinson’s Support GroupFirst Tuesday of each month, 6:30 - 7:30 pmContact: Richard Mattox, (812) 256-5424Stroke Support GroupSecond Tuesday of each month, 1 pmMeets at Southern Indiana Rehab HospitalContact: Deb Strickler, CTRS, or Tori Vinson, (812) 941-6154Tobacco Cessation Community Support GroupEvery Tuesday, 6 - 7 pmMeets at Vance Center off State StreetContact: Floyd County Tobacco Prevention and Cessation, (812) 945-3400Together for Breast Cancer Survival Men’s Caregiver Support GroupFourth Tuesday of each month, 6:30 pmFloyd Memorial Cancer Center of IndianaContact: Doug Drake, (812) 945-4393 or www.cosurvivors.org

SCREENINGS

OFFERED BY FLOYD MEMORIAL BIRTHING CENTER

Prepared Childbirth ClassSaturday, January 19 & 26 8:30 am - 12:30 pm (2-part series)Tuesday, February 26 - April 9 6:30 - 8:30 am (6 week series)Cost - $30 per couple. These classes discuss the physical preparation and education needed for a successful delivery. The classes involve relaxation techniques using a variety of methods, as well as tips for pregnancy fitness including physical therapy. Take during the middle of pregnancy. Registration required.Sibling ClassSaturday, February 9, 10:30 am - 12:30 pmThis free class is for soon-to-be new brothers and sisters, ages 3 to 11, and their parents. Children will be shown how to diaper and hold a baby (doll), and tour the Birthing Center where they get to listen to the baby’s heartbeat. Registration required.Breastfeeding ClassThursday, February 28, 6:30 - 9 pmThis free class will help you and your newborn have a successful breastfeeding experience. Discussion will include helpful hints and practical guidelines, as well as common misconceptions and barriers. Registration required.Babysavers ClassThursday, March 7, 6:30 - 9 pmThis class is taught by certified CPR instructors and designed to teach new parents infant CPR. Cost is $10 per couple for materials. Registration required.

To register, call 1-800-4-SOURCE (1-800-476-8723), or visit www.floydmemorial.com, unless another number is listed. All events are free and meet in Floyd Memorial’s Paris Health Education Center unless otherwise stated.*•

All support groups meet in Floyd Memorial’s Paris Health Education Center unless otherwise stated.All Birthing Center classes are held in the

Floyd Memorial Paris Health Education Center.

The Floyd Memorial Joslin Diabetes Center Affiliate offers on-going education classes so patients can keep their condition in check. Call (812) 949-5700 for information.

OFFERED BY JOSLIN DIABETES CENTER

SUPPORT GROUPS

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HEALTH EDUCATION

Kidney Disease Treatment Options ClassesWednesday, January 16, February 20 and March 20, 10 am - NoonLearn about the types of treatment for kidney disease including hemodialysis (home and in-center), peritoneal dialysis for home and kidney transplantation. Call (502) 895-7650.“Fitting in Fitness” SeminarWednesday, January 23, 7:30 - 8:30 am or 1:30 - 2:30 pmLearn why fitness is so important and discover key strategies for fitting exercise into your busy daily life. Registration is required as seating is limited. American Red Cross Blood DriveThursday, January 24, 12 - 5 pmDonate blood and give the gift of life.Free “Heart Healthy Dining Out” Event Tuesday, February 12, 6 pm In honor of heart health awareness month, join board certified interventional cardiologist, Surender Sandella, MD, and Floyd Memorial Food & Nutrition Services executive chef, Debbie Richter, for an informative presentation on how to eat heart healthy when dining in or out. A large selection of area restaurants will be on hand to offer free samples of heart healthy menu items following the presentation. Heart health experts will also host informative booths, and great door prizes will be given away. Attendance is limited, so register early. Registration deadline is Wednesday, February 6.“Vitamins and Minerals” SeminarTuesday, February 19, 7:30 - 8:30 am or 1:30 - 2:30 pmAre you confused as to what vitamins and minerals to take or how much of each is the right amount? Join a licensed pharmacist for expert advice on what to take and how much of each for proper health. Registration is required as seating is limited.Free Pneumonia Seminar and VaccineTuesday, March 5, 1 - 3 pmBrown Starks Building Pearl Street in New AlbanyAs part of a partnership grant between the Floyd Memorial Foundation and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, we will be offering a seminar about pneumonia as well as a limited number of free pneumonia vaccines for those who qualify. Preference will be given to those who are 65 or older, or those with chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, lung disease, cardiovascular disease and/or smokers. Registration required.Eating “Clean” SeminarTuesday, March 5, 7:30 - 8:30 am or 1:30 - 2:30 pmDiscover the world of clean, healthy eating. Understand what it means to eat clean and strategies for incorporating clean into your life. Registration is required as seating is limited.

Free Bone & Joint Pain SeminarThursday, March 7 and Tuesday, April 2, 6 - 7 pmParis Health Education CenterLearn about advanced treatments that may offer dramatic relief of your knee or hip pain. An orthopedic surgeon and nurse will discuss medications, exercise and joint replacement surgery. Registration required.Cancer Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3) EnrollmentTuesday, March 19, 3 - 7 pm Wednesday, March 20, 7 - 10:30 amFloyd Memorial’s Green Valley Road LobbyVisit cps3kyin.org to schedule your enrollment appointment. The American Cancer Society invites men and women between the ages of 30 and 65 who have never personally been diagnosed with cancer to join this historic study. The purpose of CPS-3 is to better understand the lifestyle, behavioral, environmental and genetic factors that cause or prevent cancer. The ultimate goal is to enroll at least 300,000 adults from various racial/ ethnic backgrounds. Enrollment requires two steps and will involve the following:• After scheduling your enrollment appointment,

you will receive a confirmation e-mail with instructions to go online and complete your first, most comprehensive survey. This survey will ask you questions regarding medications you are taking, family history of cancer, lifestyle and other behaviors.

• At your appointment, you will be asked to sign an informed consent form, complete a brief survey, as well as provide a waist circumference measurement and a small blood sample. Your appointment should last approximately 20 to 30 minutes.

• Following enrollment, you will periodically receive surveys at home every few years to update your information.

For more information about CPS-3, please visit cancer.org/cps3 or call toll-free 1-888-604-5888.Stroke ClinicSouthern Indiana Rehab Hospital offers a free stroke clinic for anyone who has experienced a stroke. The survivor is screened by a variety of professionals including therapists, case managers, nurses and physicians who can review their ongoing recovery and make recommendations as needed. Contact: (812) 941-6120 or (812) 941-6154.

Stroke & Aneurysm Vascular ScreeningsEvery Tuesday & Thursday by appointmentStroke & Aneurysm Vascular Screenings are offered by the Floyd Memorial Heart & Vascular Center. They include non-invasive screening for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, Peripheral Artery Disease and Carotid Artery Disease. The cost is $49 for all three. To make an appointment, call 1-800-4-SOURCE.Free Take 2 for Heart and Stroke ScreeningsThursday, February 7, March 7 and April 4 by appointment.One-on-one screening with a cardiac nurse, full lipid cholesterol panel, blood pressure, blood sugar, blood sugar A1C and body mass index. Registration required.Free Blood Pressure Screenings1:30 - 3 pm every other Friday in the main lobby. January 18, February 1, 15 and March 1.Health Screenings at the New Albany YMCAMonday, February 11, 5 - 7 pmBlood pressure and blood sugar screenings as well as height and comprehensive body mass index (BMI) will be offered.Free Osteoporosis ScreeningsThe pDXA screening is a scan of the bone density of the heel. The screenings take place in the Women’s Imaging Center and are offered by appointment only. To register, call (812) 949-5570.Lung Cancer ScreeningsCT scanning of the lungs is a simple, quick radiological test that is capable of detecting lung cancer at a very early stage, when treatment can be most successful. If you are a current or past smoker age 50 or older, or have been exposed to heavy second-hand smoke, this screening could save your life. Physician referral not required. Cost is $150, which includes a results consultation immediately after your scan with a physician radiologist. To register, call (812) 949-5570.Free Joint Pain ScreeningSaturday, April 20, 7 am - NoonFloyd Memorial will be hosting a free joint pain screening of knees and hips featuring X-rays and consultation with an orthopedic surgeon. You’ll also get an opportunity to meet the team of experts who will work with you every step of the way before and after your surgery. Space is limited and appointments are required. Screenings will take place at the Floyd Memorial Wound Healing Center. Registration required.

OFFERED BY FLOYD MEMORIAL

CANCER CENTER OF INDIANA

Look Good…Feel BetterMonday, January 28, February 25 and March 25, 6 pmFloyd Memorial Cancer Center of Indiana This American Cancer Society class provides volunteer cosmetologists who teach make-up techniques and ways to disguise hair loss to women who are battling cancer. Registration deadline is Thursday, January 24, February 21 and March 21. To register, call (502) 560-6035.‘Be the Match’ Bone Marrow Donor Registry DriveThursday, February 7, 3 - 7 pmFloyd Memorial Cancer Center of Indiana Be the match. Save a life. Thousands of patients with blood cancers such as leukemia or lymphoma depend on the National Bone Marrow Donor Registry to find a match to save their life. The Floyd Memorial Cancer Center of Indiana will host a community registry drive to sign up community members interested in joining the registry. People between 18-44 years of age who meet health guidelines and are willing to donate their bone marrow if a genetic match is found are encouraged to participate. Joining the registry is quick and painless-it only takes a simple cheek swab to potentially save a life. No appointment necessary. For more information on the Be the Match Registry, visit marrow.org.

OFFERED BY WEIGHT MANAGEMENT CENTER

HMR Informational SeminarsIf you want to lose anywhere from 10 to 200 pounds, HMR can help. Free informational seminars are available on Mondays and Thursdays. Call (812) 949-7151 to schedule. The program offers several diet options including a medically supervised plan, a moderate diet option and an at-home program.

SPECIAL WINTER NOTICE: If Floyd county schools are closed due to bad weather, all classes and support groups will be canceled. If bad weather occurs late in the day, call 1-800-4-SOURCE (1-800-476-8723) or (812) 944-7701 to find out if the class will be held.

CANCELLED: Drive-Thru Medication Toss The Floyd Memorial medication toss program has been cancelled. Please DO NOT bring unused medications to Floyd Memorial. An alternative program is being established with the Floyd County Sheriff’s Department and will be announced when details are in place.

Diabetes UpdateSaturday, March 9, 8 am - NoonFloyd Memorial Cancer Center of Indiana, lower level conference roomFree annual seminar hosted by the Joslin Diabetes Center. Physicians and specialists will present on several diabetes-related topics. Enjoy a complimentary light breakfast, door prizes and giveaways. Registration is required and begins at 7:30 am.