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Volume 11, No. 1 • Spring 2007

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Dear Friends,In April, we will recognize the contributions of a group of very special people—

people who have dedicated themselves to helping others, not for pay or recognition,but for the satisfaction of knowing they have made a difference. Our volunteers arean integral part of the Howard County General Hospital family. We depend on see-ing them in the gift shop, at the information desk, in the consignment shop, onpatient floors, in the Emergency Department, in the Pharmacy and in the Claudia Mayer Cancer ResourceCenter, as well as in many other areas of the hospital. Did you know that our volunteer program has morethan 500 volunteers, who, during this past year, worked in excess of 45,000 hours? This translates into a costsaving for the hospital of over $1,000,000, each year. To all of our volunteers, some of who are pictured onthe front cover, please accept my sincerest thanks and admiration.

There is another category of volunteers that I also want to recognize and whose efforts are not recog-nized in the previous paragraph; I call them the unsung heroes-they are the members of our board of trusteesand board and professional staff committees who donate endless hours of their time to our hospital. They areour volunteer nurses, whose work gained them a Volunteer Group of the Year award from the Daily Record.They are also the hundreds of people from many organizations and companies throughout the county whostaff our Symphony of Lights every night. They are the salons and spas in our community who donate theirservices to the patients at the Claudia Mayer Cancer Resource Center, and they are the people who help atour health fairs. The list goes on and on. This past year there were more than 1,200 people from the commu-nity who volunteered their time to benefit our patients, the hospital and fellow Howard Countians. I expressmy appreciation and that of our patients and staff to each and every volunteer, no matter what the extent ofyour involvement; you make a very positive difference to the lives of others.

In this issue of Wellness Matters, there is a section called Giving Matters where we list our financialdonors for the past year. Without the financial support of our community, Howard County General couldnot continue to grow to meet the needs of the community. Funds raised have gone toward renovating clinicalareas, purchasing the latest technology, and expanding our programs and facilities. We thank you for yoursupport, and will continue to need the financial support of our community, more than ever, in the comingmonths as we begin implementation of our major campus development plan to include the construction of anew all-private room patient tower.

I would also call your attention to the enclosed special insert on preparing for the flu pandemic. HowardCounty General Hospital worked closely with the Howard County Health Department and the HorizonFoundation to develop this important information piece in order to help you be prepared to care for yourfamilies and friends in the event of a catastrophic flu pandemic.

Finally, I would like to congratulate our new county executive Ken Ulman and the newly elected members of the Howard County Council, Ms. Courtney Watson, Mr. Calvin Ball, Ms. Jen Terrasa, Ms. Mary Kay Sigaty, and Mr. Greg Fox. We look forward to working closely with them, and you, to ensure the good health of our community.

Sincerely,

Victor A. BroccolinoPresident and CEOHoward County General Hospital

Letter from the President

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Wellness Matters is published quarterly by Howard County General Hospital, a private, not-for-profit, health care provider, and a member of Johns Hopkins Medicine.Your physicianshould be consulted in regard to matters concerning the medical condition, treatment and needs of your family. Please direct questions and comments regarding Wellness Matters tothe Public Relations Department at 5755 Cedar Lane, Columbia, MD 21044-2912, 410-740-7810. Hospital Information: 410-740-7890;TDD: 410-740-7990; www.hcgh.org.

Public RelationsMary Patton, director

Writing/Editing Bonnie Heneson Communications

DesignFredlund & Company

Custom Photography Jill Myers

Beverly J.White-Seals, ChairW. Brian McGowan, Vice Chair,

Interim TreasurerAnn B. Mech, J.D., R.N.,

SecretaryVivian C. Bailey**Evelyn T. BolducVictor A. Broccolino*Adinarayana Divakaruni, M.D.George L. Doetsch, Jr.

Howard County General Hospital, Inc.Victor A. Broccolino, president/CEO

Howard Hospital FoundationEvelyn T. Bolduc, chair

Howard County General Hospital Professional StaffMichael E. Silverman, M.D., president

Volunteer AuxiliaryAlicia Slahetka, president

Miriam F. DubinH. Elizabeth HorowitzEdward J. Lee, M.D.*Harry L. LundyRobert T. ManfusoRonald R. Peterson*Alton J. ScavoHenry M. Seidel, M.D.Michael E. Silverman, M.D.*

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FOCUS THIS ISSUE

A Sigh of Relief forSinus SufferersImage guided sinus surgery provides doctors with a detailed view that benefits you.

6 Why Your Bad Mood is Bad News for Your HeartUnderstand the potentially harmful side effects of anger.

7 Spinal Lumbar Fusion SurgeryLearn how spinal lumbar fusion surgery can help treat pinched nerves and sliding spinal discs.

8 The Art of CommunicatingUsing sign language to understand your baby.

9 Giving MattersRecognizing those who support HCGH in countless ways.

13 Wellness ClassesClasses from Maybe Baby to Aging Well and everything in between to keep you healthy.

18 Hospital NewsLearn what’s new at HCGH.

19 On the BoardMeet our board members—an important resource to us and our community.

20 Mark Your Calendars

On the front cover: Some of the morethan 500 HCGH volunteers.

If you have nasal polyps or are a chronic sinusitis sufferer—having sinus infections frequently that do not always respond to antibiotics—image guided sinus surgery may be a safer and more effective treatment option for you.


A New Look at

Image guided sinus surgery is an advance in the complex treatment of sinus related conditions. Using diagnostic images, physicians are provided with a road map of your intricate sinus passages to guide them through your surgery. According to Dr. Howard Hessan, an otolaryngologist (ear, nose and throat specialist) on staff at Howard County General Hospital, prior to surgery, you have a detailed CT Scan taken of your skull and sinuses. This CT Scan is used to create a computerized model of your sinuses. Then, during surgery, the surgeon’s instruments are connected to thecomputer and a reconstructed model of the skull and sinuses from yourCT Scan is projected on a video monitor. The image acts as a map forthe surgeon to follow and track the surgical instruments in relationshipto the nasal and skull structures in real time during surgery.

Because the sinuses are adjacent to your eyes and brain, a surgeon must be very aware of your anatomical features when operating. “This technology allows the surgeon to operate in areas that physicians once may have

avoided,” notes Dr. Hessan. “Image guided sinus surgery gives surgeonsanother tool to help make surgery safer and more thorough andtherefore effective— particularly in patients with extensive disease

Sinus Surgery

Health TermGlossary

CT Scan: A computedtomography (CT) scan uses X-rays to make highly detailedcomputerized pictures (images) of structures inside of the body.The CT scanner sends X-raypulses through the body areabeing studied. Each pulse lasts less than a second and takes apicture of a thin slice of the area.

Sinusitis: An inflammation of one or more of the sinuses.Acute sinusitis lasts less than six to eight weeks, or occurs lessthan four times a year. Chronicsinusitis is a persistent disease ofmore than eight weeks’ duration,or more than four episodes ofinfection per year.

Nasal Polyps: Growths withinthe lining of the nose or sinusesmost often seen in people withchronic allergies.The growths can reduce airflow in the nasal passages, create chroniccongestion, runny nose andpostnasal drip, as well as adiminished sense of smell,headaches, and snoring.

Dr. HowardHessan

Otolaryngologist


or those with unusual anatomicalproblems or anatomy that has beenchanged by previous surgeries. Thistechnique also reduces the risks ofsinus surgery complications, thoughfairly uncommon, of eye or braininjury or blindness.”

Sinus surgery is generally indicatedin those patients who have continuingproblems with their sinuses despitetreatment with medications and othernon-surgical therapies. The decision toproceed with surgery is often a qualityof life decision for patients who havegotten to a point that they no longerwant to live with constant or frequentsinus symptoms.

“In general, image guided sinussurgery is well tolerated as an out-patient,” notes Dr. Hessan. “There isno post-operative bruising or swellingand long-term success rates rangearound 90 percent.”

For a referral to an otolaryngolo-gist on staff at Howard CountyGeneral Hospital, visit www.hcgh.orgor call 410-740-7750.


he torture of bumper-to-bumper traffic.Telemarketer phone calls. Long lines at thegrocery store. There are numerous momentsthroughout the day that can drive you mad.While getting irritated and angry is a normalreaction, there is a price to pay for your badmood. Dr. Alex Chudnovsky, a cardiologist onstaff at Howard County General Hospital, warnsthat anger takes a toll on you physically.

Why is Anger so Toxic?According to the American Heart

Association (AHA), men who explode with angeror have a strong negative outlook are more likelyto develop an irregular heart rhythm.

Men aren’t the only ones taking a beating forletting their anger get the best of them. AHAstudies show teens who don’t manage their angerare at higher risk for weight gain. “This resultingweight gain can lead to a higher risk ofcardiovascular disease at a younger age,” says Dr.Chudnovsky. “Anger is a health risk for men andwomen of all ages. Anger affects the bloodvessel’s ability to respond to changes in bloodflow. When the ability for your blood vessels toexpand or contract becomes impaired, it canincrease your risk of heart attack or stroke.”

MovingThrough Anger

Wednesdays beginning March 76:30–8:30 p.m.

Learn to channel your anger into apositive force.This four-week

interactive course will help you toidentify what triggers your anger and

give you techniques to manage it.$25. HCGH Wellness Center.T

Why Your

BAD MOODIS BAD NEWS FOR YOURheart

WhatCan You Do?

It’s hard to imagine never gettingangry when something irks you.“However, research shows that anger’sphysical effects can be long lasting—increasing your risk not only for heartattack and stroke, but also for highblood pressure, depression, heartdisease and digestive problems. Peopleneed to recognize the symptoms andlearn to manage their anger,” says Dr. Harry Li, an internist on staff atHCGH.

To help you recognize andmanage your anger, HCGH offers the Moving Through Anger programspotlighted above. In addition, a freeHealing Laughter class will be held onFebruary 27 from 7–8:30 p.m. at the HCGHWellness Center. For more information about eitherof these wellness events, fees or to register, call410-740-7601.

Dr. AlexChudnovsky

Cardiologist

Dr. Harry Li

Internist

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What is Lumbar Fusion Surgery?

Lumbar fusion surgery aims to relieve pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness aswell as restore nerve function and stop/prevent abnormal motion of the spine. Often

performed by a neurosurgeon and an orthopedist, this surgery involves taking bonechips from your hip and placing them along your spine. Your body then heals/fusesthose bones together. “We can also place pins and rods to hold these chips in place,which increases this surgery's success rate,” say Dr. Lawrence Shin, an orthopedicsurgeon on staff at Howard County General Hospital. “Using fusion, we canstabilize the spine, reducing the risk of future spinal disc ruptures or bone spurs.”

What are the reasons for having lumbar fusion surgery?

According to the American Association of Neurological Surgery, the mostcommon reason for having this surgery is leg pain or sciatica—pain that mayresult from a herniated lumbar disc that puts pressure on one or more of thespinal nerves. “In addition to pinched nerves, this surgery is used to treatspondylolisthesis, a condition where one of your vertebra has slipped forwardover another,” says Dr. Shin. “If the vertebra continues to move back andforth, your spinal nerves may be affected, and you may experience leg pain,numbness, tingling, and/or weakness. In order to prevent the vertebramovement, your physician may recommend spinal fusion surgery.”

What are the risks associated with this surgery?

“With this being major surgery, you will be hospitalized for three tofour days,” says Dr. Shin. “Following surgery, you will undergo physicaltherapy. Hospital social workers can coordinate the transition betweenhospital and home as well as assist those patients who may need to go to arehabilitation facility until they feel they are physically stable. The lengthand difficulty of recuperation depends greatly on your age.”

Who Should Have This Surgery?

“While this surgery helps people suffering from back problems,” say Dr.Shin, “it is really for people who have back problems that cannot be solved

any other way. We try to exhaust all other possible treatments beforeproceeding with this kind of surgery.”

Generally, lumbar spine problems initially are treated conservatively withmedication, cortisone injections, and physical therapy. If low back pain, numbness,

tingling or weakness in the legs persists, some patients may be recommended forlumbar spine fusion surgery.

For a referral to an orthopedist on staff at HCGH, call 410-740-7750 or visitwww.hcgh.org.

Dr. Lawrence Shin

OrthopedicSurgeon

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Chronic Back Pain?Chronic Back Pain?Chronic Back Pain?Lumbar Fusion Surgery May Be an Option for You

8 Wellness matters • spring 2007 HOWARD COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL

The Art of Communication:

Using Sign Language toUnderstand Your Infant

Using simple gestures, babies as young as eight months old are

signing gestures for words like “food” or “milk.”

According to a study published in 2000 in the “Journal of

Nonverbal Behavior” and funded by the National Institutes of

Child Health and Human Development, the

more signs the children learned, the larger their

vocabularies were by age 2. “While that is

certainly a benefit,” says Dr. Susan Lee,

a pediatrician on staff at Howard County

General Hospital, “the main focus of

signing is to foster a smooth interaction

between parent and child. While

signing is not a replacement for using your voice when

communicating with your child, it’s another tool for parents

when communicating with their infants. By enabling a child to use

gestures to communicate wants and needs, parents are able to feel

more secure and confident that they understand what their child

is trying to express.”

To help parents utilize sign language when communicating

with their infants, Howard County General Hospital is hosting a

two-session baby sign language class on March 24 and March 31,

or April 25 and May 5, 10:30 a.m.–noon

at the hospital’s Wellness Center. Cost

is $40 per person or $75 per couple.

For more information about this class

or to register, call 410-740-7601.

Dr. Susan Lee

Pediatrician

While sign language has been used for years to communicate with the deaf,more and more parents are looking into using sign language to help theirinfants communicate regardless of their hearing.

givingmatters

Philanthropy in Review

Dear Friends:I am extremely grateful for our

community's philanthropic support ofHoward County General Hospital. HowardCounty’s dramatic population growth will require increased support in the near future.To respond to the growing demand for health care services for an expanding population, HCGH will begin an expansionand renovation project, the Campus Development Project, expected to exceed acost of $85 million. It is critical that every member of our community participates in this project by contributing to theHoward Hospital Foundation. HCGH is the community hospital ofall who live and work in Howard County. Each of us must share inthe responsibility to secure state-of-the-art health care for all.

I congratulate the donors recognized in this issue of Giving Matters who have supported our growth through contributionsfrom July 1, 2005 through December 31, 2006. I sincerely thankeach one for their generous gifts, and encourage all residents ofHoward County to follow their example and give generously tosupport the Campus Development Project.

Sincerely,

Evelyn T. BolducChairHoward Hospital Foundation Board of Trustees

Helping Hands Howard County General Hospital’s Volunteer Auxiliary

More than 1,000 helping handsare dedicated to Howard CountyGeneral Hospital VolunteerAuxiliary. With a membership ofmore than 500, this group donatesa total of 45,000 hours each yearresulting in a savings to the hospitalin excess of $1 million. By holdingnumerous fundraisers each year,

including the Garden of Lights, and uniform, jewelry andbook sales, as well as generating profit from their upscaleconsignment store, Rave Reviews, they have helped fundmany of the hospital’s major construction projects. In 2001,the Auxiliary donated $250,000 toward the Master FacilityProject to expand and renovate the Emergency Department,Maternity Unit and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Recently,the Auxilliary pledged an additional $300,000 toward theupcoming Campus Development Plan.

“We are very excited to be an integral part of theCampus Development Plan,” says Alicia Slahetka, presidentof the Volunteer Auxiliary. “The volunteers are passionateabout giving of their time to raise funds for the hospital.We are just thrilled to support this new direction forHoward County General Hospital.”

H o w a rd C o u n t y G e n e r a l H o s p i t a l • G I V I N G M AT T E R S 2 0 0 7

Welcome to the NewFoundation Vice President

F. Graham Lee has been appointed VicePresident of Development for the Howard Hospital Foundation.With more than 25 years of experience including fundraising, planned giving and development, Mr. Lee is leading acomprehensive fundraising and development program for Howard County General Hospital.

A graduate of Campbell University, Mr. Lee began his careerin fundraising with Boy Scouts of America in North Carolina. Fromthere, he has held development positions in various organizations,including St. Joseph Medical Center Foundation, Shore Health System, Duke University Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Foundation, and most recently, president of Mid-Shore CommunityFoundation in Easton, Maryland. In addition, Mr. Lee is a long-timemember of the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP),where he serves on the Foundation's board of directors. He is alsoactive in Rotary International.


*Includes Campus Development Planpledge or pledge payment.

**Includes Master Facility Plan pledge orpledge payment

Gifts/Pledges of $3,000,000 and above

Howard County Government*

Gifts/Pledges of $2,000,000 and aboveThe Rouse Company Foundation*

Gifts/Pledges of $500,000 and aboveW.R. Grace Foundation, Inc.*

Gifts/Pledges of $300,000 and aboveHoward County General Hospital

Auxiliary*U.S. Foodservice*

Gifts/Pledges of $100,000 and aboveJJAM Enterprises, Inc.*

Gifts/Pledges of $50,000 and aboveThe Bolduc Family Foundation, Inc.**The Citizens National Bank*Margaret and Wilson HoerichsCharles H. Miller*

Gifts/Pledges of $25,000 and aboveH. Elizabeth and Peter Horowitz**Howard County General Hospital

Professional StaffRichard Lombardo*Katharine Voss and Robert Manfuso**Edward NortonChristina and Don Pistorio**Hillery and Alton ScavoBeverly and Leon Wilhide*

Gifts/Pledges of $15,000 and aboveApple FordBlossoms of Hope Howard CountyEvelyn and J.P. Bolduc*The Columbia Bank**Constellation Energy Group, Inc.**Marianne Schmitt and Robert J.

HellauerJPB Enterprises, Inc.**Lundy Family Foundation**Dessie and James Moxley, Jr.Margaret and Paul NorrisJohn C. Payne, M.D., P.A.**River Hill Garden CenterWaverly Woods Development

Corporation**Wells Fargo Bank

Howard Hospital Foundation recognizes the generous support of individuals, organizations and corporations who havegiven to the hospital between July 1, 2005 and December 31, 2006. Howard County General Hospital is grateful foreach and every contribution, however, only the names of those who have given more than $250 are published here.

Gifts/Pledges of $10,000 and aboveBaltimore SunBP SolarClaudia Mayer Breast Cancer

FoundationThe Isadore and Bertha Gudelsky

Family Foundation, Inc.Elizabeth and Peter Hibbard**Johns Hopkins Health SystemsKaiser PermanenteKoren Family Foundation Fund of the

Columbia FoundationAmy Lechter-SiegelMoira Mattingley and Jeffrey LecoLEEGIN Creative Leather

Products, Inc.Manekin, LLC**MICROS Systems, Inc.**Mid-Atlantic Development**One Call Concepts, Inc.**Robert Orndorff, Jr.**Elizabeth and Ronald R. PetersonBruce Pfeufer**Potomac Valley Orthopaedic

AssociatesMigsie and Gar Richlin Foundation**Anne and Peter Rogers*Mary and J.Thomas Scrivener*Gayle and John Van Horn**F. Jean WarthenWaverly Woods Development

Corporation**Shirley Yang, M.D.

Gifts/Pledges of $5,000 and aboveLynn and David Abramson**Debra and Steve AlmsAmerican Radiology Services, Inc.Atlantic Builders Group**Vivian BaileyAudrey BenfordBray and ScarffCentral Maryland Rehab/ Stryker

Physiotherapy AssociatesColumbia Benefits Consultants, Inc.Davis Inotek Instruments &

Calibration**Jane W. and Larry D. Droppa/Thomas J.

Watson FoundationMiriam and Steve Dubin**The Endeavor Agency, LLCFretz CorporationGeneral Growth PropertiesGreenberg Gibbons Commercial

CorporationFern and J. Edward HamelHarkins Builders, Inc.John & Maureen Hendricks Charitable

FoundationHPV Heart, P.A.Sandra S. Isbister, M.D. and John B.

Isbister, Esq.**Johns Hopkins Emergency Medical

Services

Johns Hopkins MedicineCathy and Chip LundyMary and E. Randolph Marriner**Maryland Oncology & Hematology, PADonna and Stanley L. MersonNordstromCreig Northrop & The Northrop

Team, P.C.Janet and Harry Oken, M.D.**Eileen and David Powell**Mary E.Aichelmann, M.D. and

J.Miles ReidyLeslie and Alan RifkinSamuel G. RoseLucy and Winstead RouseSleep Services of America, Inc.Sodexho, Inc.The THS CompanyJulie and James Young*

Gifts/Pledges of $2,500 and aboveAdvanced Concepts, Inc.Axios, Inc.Bank of AmericaMary and Michael BaxterPatricia BentDorothy Brillantes**Broadway Services, Inc.Judy Brown**Patricia and Thomas Buescher**CB Flooring, LLCCelebree Learning CentersCatherine and Edward Cochran, Ph.D.Columbia National Real Estate

Finance, LLCBarbara DenneyDigestive Disease AssociatesDreyer’s Grand Ice Cream

Company, LLCElan Jewelry LTD/T/A Brighton

Collections by AlliEverett & Sons Sales, Inc.ez StorageFaircode Associates, LLCForman, Inc.GenentechSuzanne and Paul Gleichauf**Greystone GrillHostetler Church, LLCHoward BankCornelia and Thomas E. HuttIron MountainBach-Tuyet Tran, M.D. and Robert

JeffreyJohns Hopkins Bayview Medical

CenterJohns Hopkins Corporate SecurityJohns Hopkins UniversityKimco Realty CorporationPatricia and Donald KirkKPMG, LLPLeach Wallace Associates, Inc.LifeStar Response of MarylandLorien Health SystemsM&T Bank

Mackenzie Commercial Real EstateServices

Marshall Erdman & AssociatesMaryland Endocrine, P.A.Maryland Primary Care Physicians,

LLC*Maryland Surgeons, PAMcKesson Health SystemsMiles & Stockbridge Foundation, Inc.Sreedevi and Siddhartha MurthyJudy and William Munn**Christopher MyersNeuberger, Quinn, Gielen, Rubin &

Gibber, P.A.Next Generation MRINightmare Graphics, Inc.Ann McBride and Edward M. NortonNVR, Inc./Ryan HomesPanache PapersPatient First CorporationPatriot HomesPfizer Inc.Princeton Sports & TravelRobey’s ChoiceKrista and William RomerLibby RouseThe Ryland Group, Inc.Karen and Robert RynarzewskiElizabeth and Stanley SalettSandy Spring Bank**Melody and John Scaldara**Sloane, Offer,Weber & Dern LLPDawn and Bradley SmithApril and David Tayman, D.V.M.**Tele-Tector of Maryland, Inc.US LEC of MarylandEmmy L. and William G.VolenickWebb-Mason, Inc.Eugene Willis, M.D.**Wilmot Sanz, IncorporatedElizabeth and William Winstead

Gifts/Pledges of $1,500 and aboveRon AbramsBetty and E. Alexander Adams, Esq.**The Albright Foundation, Inc.Margaret and Henry Belcher, M.D.Robert Blanck, Jr.Bonnie Heneson Communications, Inc.Susan BrazzelCareFirst BlueCross BlueShieldChesapeake Physical and Aquatic

TherapyDyson Construction Company, Inc.Peggy and Charles EckerElectrico, Inc.Betty Anne and Fred FrederickKari and Jeffrey GeorgeDorothy and H.Thomas GrimesPriscilla and Richard LewisMaryland Digestive Disease CenterNicole and Brad MayShelley MulitzMary and J. Bart PeitzPettit Family Charitable Foundation

Susan and Stanley PodlasekProvident Bank of Maryland**Resurrection - St. Paul School, Inc.Edward Riaboy, M.D.William RinacaMay Ruth and Henry Seidel, M.D.Matthew Silver, M.D.Southern Mechanical, Inc.SunTrust Leasing CorporationElaine and Joseph Welkie, Jr.Thomas WinsteadShirley Wolock

Gifts/Pledges of $1,000 and aboveDiane and Robert AltieriAnne and George BarkerBGE Home Products & ServicesLucille and Jay Blackman**Suzanne and John BrinkleyPhyllis P. Campbell, M.D.Carrollton BankCommercial Insurance Managers, Inc.Cove Electric, Inc.Sandra and Joseph Cutroneo, Jr.Maureen and Timothy DellDR Systems, Inc.Mohammed R. Gheba, M.D.Glenelg Country SchoolMary Jane and Sean GlothKristin and Jeffrey GoldscherGeorge T. Grace, M.D.Barbara GrissoLaura and Robert HaneyMarianne and Christopher HartmanJoan Henry**Merrillyn and Lawrence HillHoward High SchoolAnne and Jay W. JangMarilyn and Randy KawamuraCarolyn and Michael Kelemen, M.D.Phyllis and Lawrence KrogerLeadership Howard County Youth

ProgramLynn’s Day Spa, IncThe Mall In ColumbiaBeverly and James MannPhyllis MasonAnnette and Gary McDanielsLinda and Donald MillerValerie and Paul MillerMeg Moon Family Fund of The

Columbia FoundationMilton Electric Company, Inc.Novotny, Larash & Grainger, P.A.Peralynna Properties, Inc.Esther and Thomas Price, IIIProvidence GroupReese and Carney, LLPKathleen and Robert RiedyROI Eligibility ServicesArlene and Warren Ross, M.D.Patricia RouseSafeway, IncMary Ann and Chuck ScullyBeverly White-Seals, Esq. and Jerry

Seals, M.D.**

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this list. Please accept our sincere apologies for any errors or omissions and report them to the Howard Hospital Foundation at 410-740-7840.


Sean Maurice Peay Revocable LivingTrust

Segami CorporationShade Construction Co., Inc.The Sun Room & Hot Tub StoreSwimfestTriadelphia Ridge ElementaryDavid TrippSharon and Robert VigoritoMelvyn WahlbergNorma and George WalgroveWaverly Real Estate Group, LLCDiana and Glenn Wilson

Gifts/Pledges of $500 and aboveThe Alcon Foundation, Inc.ALLCARE of Maryland, LLCBank of America United Way

CampaignFelicia BennettStacy and John BolducElizabeth and John Bond, Jr.Bridget BorishBristol-Myers Squibb FoundationKelly and Dino BroccolinoJanis and Richard BurchBeverly CarriganJean and Robert ChristyCatherine CliffordMary Catherine CochranThe Columbia Triathalon Assn., Inc.Marsha and Michael CoxDebbie and Thomas Daskaloff**Meg and Dan DawesCarolyn and Michael DevlinCamilla and John DuffyNuala and Stephen DuffyTheresa and David EberhardtMary and Clarence EdmondsonCarol and Lance ErnstFirst Presbyterian Church of Howard

CountyHansine B. Fisher & Associates, Inc.Beth and Steven Geller, M.D.**Hilton GluckMary and Kingdon Gould, Jr.Phyllis and Gerald GreenbaumHCE, Inc.HCR ManorCareDeanna HearleHenneman & Associates, LLCHillmuth Certified Automotive Inc.Beth Coale HooperLola Hoover, M.D.Howard Community CollegeKathleen and Steven JossKiwanis Club of Ellicott City

FoundationElaine and Sheldon KramerAlison and Nicholas LallyPaul LattaMelissa and Allan Leffler, M.D.Michelle and Jerry Levine, M.D.Jean and Rogers Lewis, M.D.Carol and Charles LongLong & Foster Real EstateLong Reach Community Association,

Inc.Martek Biosciences CorporationMaryland Health Enterprises, Inc.Maryland Spine & Sports MedicineStacy and Gregory MayerJoseph McFarland

Ann and George MechMid-AtlanticJean and Robert MoonKaren and Jeffrey NelsonNortelJeremiah O’DonovanCecilia and Peter PaizsDelphine and Charles PeckLucinda and Jeffrey PetersJames PfefferkornGina PohlerPotomac Financial Advisors, LLCThe Reuwer Family Charitable

Foundation, Inc.April and Lonnie RobbinsRoots MarketTeresa and Henry Rosas, M.D.Katherine RouseSally Beauty Company, Inc.Kelly and Franco SaglimbeniSeville Barber & Beauty Supply, Inc.Valerie and G. Daniel Shealer, Jr.Sheehy Auto StoresValerie and Harold SheinbachAntoinette and William ShivelyMelissa and Walter ShownLaura and Lawrence Sorkin, M.D.Faith and Richard SpeizmanStat MedestatState Farm Insurance CompaniesNancy TarttSheila and William TempchinDolores and Robert Van IngenVerizonVintage Security, LLCWal-Mart Stores, Inc.Patricia and E. David Walter, Jr.Washington PostMary and Earl WeismanMargaret and John West, IIIWilde Lake High SchoolMark WoodBeth and Gerald WoolaverYoga Center of Columbia, LLC

Gifts/Pledges of $250 and aboveAAA Travel AgencyAnd Sew It GoesAnderson Dealer ProductsCarole and Ronald AsburyAscend OneMarjorie AustinAutomobile Protection CorporationRosemary and John BeakesBetz, Goldman, Clearfield & Ocampo,

LLP CPA’sGlen BirchCourtney BlairKathleen and Byron Bonebreak, Jr.,

D.D.S.Boscov’s East TravelJoyce and Brian BoySonja and Patrick BoyceSusan and William Boyd, D.V.M.Rachel BuehlerMercedes and Howard BuescherLaura Burns-HeffnerCarpets by Denny Lee Inc.William Carter, Jr.Angela CassagnolCarol and Creston CathcartChesapeake Oncology-Hematology

Associates, P.A.

Christine CieslowskiPhyllis and Wayne ClarkColumbia Dermatology Center, Inc.ComcastKaren ComptonRebecca and Stuart CooperCountertop Stop LLCElizabeth and Bruce CraderDeep Run Elementary SchoolFrancis DonovanKaren and Douglas Douglas, Jr.Susan and Raymond Drapkin, M.D.Mary Ellen DuncanEastern Savings BankDrs. Esposito, Mayer, Hogan &

AssociatesEvent Consulting & ManagementJoanne and Ronald EyreJoanne and J.F. Felton, D.D.S.Paula and David FormanRhea and Harold FoxFormFast, Inc.Maria and Charles GamperMary and Paul GlagolaGordon Biersch Brewery RestaurantPamela and Andrew GoreshKimberly and Brian GormanBeth and Jordan GrableBeverly GrahamRebecca and David Gruber/

T. Rowe Price Program forCharitable Giving

Harley-Davidson/BuellDeborah HarrisHeartlands Senior Living VillageHinkle-Albert Enterprises, Inc.Holly HuntleyKen IngersollAlan JacobsJAI Vashno Mata, Inc. dba Absolutely

Wine or SpiritsTheodore JohnsonBarbara and Scott KapinosRuth KeeganAnnette KellermannKenwood KitchensKidz KonventionSuzanne and Richard Kinnard, M.D.Kiwanis Club Of ColumbiaSheldon S. Kramer & AssociatesAnn and Steven LeafM. Jennifer and Stephen LeeSusan and Seth LeeLegg Mason Wood Walker, Inc.Claire Fraser and Stephen LiggettWalter LohrGeorgia and Hugh LovetteNora and John MacLaughlinMacLeod Associates, Ltd.Mary Hogan, M.D. and Michael G.

Macon, M.D.Kerry Owens and Victor Madrid, M.D.Magnadyne CorporationAnn and Thomas MartelLauren and William Mayer, M.D.McCormick and Company, IncDenise and Kevin E. McGovern, M.D.Terri and Stephen McLeanSheila and James McManusLucinda and Mark MichellMid-Atlantic Development SystemsDarlene and Henry Miller, Ph.D.Sherri and S. Kevin Mills

Katherine and Mark MuedekingKristen MullaneyJennifer and Thomas Murphy, Jr.Networking Concepts, Inc.Pamela and James NopulosCarla and Creighton NorthropSuzanne ObrechtChristine L. O’BrienSherri and Steven O’DonnellJoseph OwcarzPar Excellence Systems, Inc.Margaret and John PicciottoJanet and William PrinceProfessional Benefits Solutions, Inc.Marianne and Stephan PulioDeanne ReeseMargaret and F.J. ReeseKatherine and Howard RensinRiccobene Central Services, Inc.Janet and James RobeyJoseph P. RomanoskiSalon Mehment, Inc.Sanderson ContractingJennifer and Joseph SclafaniSeiken & Atkin,APLCSelf-Funding AdministratorsSandra and Isaac ShafranSusan and Kevin SheaJerry SheinbachMarianne ShultzGail and Miles SmithPamela and Edward Smith

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Robey’s Choice: A Horse with aFundraising StreakFormer County Executive James N. Robey and HCGH TrusteeRobert T. Manfuso with “Robey’s Choice.” Mr. Manfuso’sChanceland Farm donated $4,500 from the sale of the yearling to the HCGH Campus Development Project in recognition of Mr. Robey’s service to the county.

Sandi SmithSoonok SongSouthwestRESSC Enterprises, Inc.Burton StevensonStinger MedicalHolly and George StoneBarry Tatar, M.D.Tatiana, Ltd.Sharon and Richard ThompsonToby’s Dinner Theater of ColumbiaTown & Country Dental Health

AssociatesT. Rowe Price Retirement Plan

ServicesJanice and Samuel UlanElizabeth and Stephen Valenti, M.D.Robin and Jay VaronJean Halle and Behzad VaziriThe Vertical ConnectionVicar Operating Inc. dba VCA AntechDebra and Casey WelchThe Wicklein Group LLCMarcia WittenWendy and Bruce WolockCindy and Gordon WrightYoung School Community AssociationBobbi YoungGeorge Yuhas

A Full Philanthropic PlateWhen Jon Hinkle started managing the Ellicott City

Outback Steakhouse, his to-do list included finding a charityfor the restaurant to support. He chose an organization he felthad an impact on everyone who lived and worked in HowardCounty…Howard County General Hospital.

“I believe in Howard County General Hospital. My sonwas born there and my family lives in Howard County. At thetime, the hospital was undergoing the Emergency Departmentand Labor and Delivery expansion—it was a natural for us towant to be a part of it,” says Mr. Hinkle. For years, Mr. Hinkleand Outback provided fundraising opportunities and pro-bonocatering to Howard County General Hospital.

In 2002, Mr. Hinkle and his friend David Albert struck out on their own—forming the company Hinkle-AlbertEnterprises, Inc. Today, they own and operate three restaurantsin Howard County, Maryland as well as Virginia. Along withtheir entrepreneurial spirit, they continue to carry the givingspirit of philanthropy.

Their restaurant currently provides the staffing and catering, at no charge to the hospital, for the Howard HospitalFoundation’s Dazzle Dash kick-off to the Symphony ofLights—an event that typically draws more than 2,500 people.In the spring, they donate breakfast, lunch, and dinner for thenearly 400 participants in the Howard County GeneralHospital Benefit Golf Classic.

“I believe in the partnership concept of giving back to mycommunity,” notes Mr. Hinkle. “We have continued our rela-tionship with Howard County General Hospital, and, as wegrow as a company, our contributions will increase as well.”


MEMORIAL GIFTS werereceived by the Howard HospitalFoundation to remember thefollowing people:Anna AbromaitisRichard BarnesItalo BroccolinoMary Ellen CarterRev. Frank P. Dawson, Jr.Leota DonaldsonNicholas W. DubbsDale DudleyArdis D. DukeConstance GinakesJames William HagenBenjamin H. HallHannah Elizabeth HallMary MulhollemMatthew Joseph JangKailyn JonesPatrick KelleyTimothy P. KellyClara LechterLinda LongTruman A. LongElizabeth MattisonHoward Merson, Jr.Robert MooneySusan Theresa O’NealFrances E. PhillipsPatricia PutmanHelen J. RomanMarcia Mueller RosenbergKimberly RuzickovaJohn David SaylorValerie J. SerioMartin D. SteinDaniel J. StretmaterDoris S.ThompsonChin TranCarol TrimbleStella UchaczKaren VajoGloria J.WebsterPearl Wolfson

In-kind gifts were donated by thefollowing companies:Apple FordBank of AmericaComcastEddy’s Welding, Inc.EggspectationFOX 45 WBFF-TVGreystone GrillKohl’s Department StorePatuxent Publishing CompanyRobert T. ManfusoSafeway Food & DrugSleep Services of America, Inc.The Baltimore OriolesThe Baltimore SunThe Business MonthlyTrapeze RestaurantTersiguel’sWLIF Baltimore—CBS Radio

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this list. Pleaseaccept our sincere apologies for any errors or omissions and report themto the Howard Hospital Foundation at 410-740-7840.

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Jon Hinkle (left) with partner David Albertsupport HCGH’s continued growth.

* Denotes new member 2006** Includes Bequest

FUNDRAISING EVENTS offeradditional opportunities for thecommunity to support ourhospital. We are proud torecognize them here.

RAISED OVER $300,000 Movie Premier–The Painted Veil Symphony of Lights

RAISED $100,000 - $200,000 Annual Benefit Golf Classic

RAISED $61,000 - $100,000 Kicks Against Breast Cancer

RAISED UP TO $60,000 Cuts Against Cancer Saturday Soiree (Esmond Party)Fretz CorporationRiverhill Garden Center Holiday

Design Show

Members of the LEADERSHIPCOUNCIL have contributed$100,000 or more to the HowardHospital Foundation. We areproud to recognize:American Radiology Services, Inc.Apple FordBank of AmericaThe Bolduc Family Foundation, Inc.Shirley Bossom * **The Citizens National BankConstellation Energy Group, Inc.Harkins Builders, Inc.Margaret and Wilson HoerichsH. Elizabeth and Peter HorowitzHoward County General Hospital

Professional StaffHCGH Volunteer AuxiliaryJJAM Enterprises, Inc. *Lundy Family FoundationRobert T. ManfusoCharles H. Miller *Dessie and James R. Moxley, Jr.David A. Paul, M.D.John C. Payne, M.D., P.A.Christine and Don PistorioQuest Diagnostics, Inc.The Rouse Company FoundationThe Ryland Group, Inc.Hillery and Alton J. ScavoU.S. FoodserviceF. Jean Warthen * **Wells Fargo BankW.R. Grace Foundation

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eventsSpecialHEART MATTERSFebruary 21 • 8 a.m.–5 p.m. $25. Activities include cholesterol test withspecific information regarding HDL, LDL, and triglyceride levels; blood pressurescreening; and height and weight measurements. Registration is required.

TOPIC OF CANCERApril 17, 2–4 p.m. or April 19, 5–7 p.m. Prostate cancer screening, including PSA blood test.Central Maryland Rehabilitation Center. $15.

Colorectal Kits—Available during the screenings as well as at the WellnessCenter from April 16–20, noon to 5 p.m. $7.

SKIN CANCER SCREENINGMay 15 or May 17, 5–7 p.m. Due to time required to perform a full-body exam,the dermatologist will be able to examine one or two areas of concern.Central Maryland Rehabilitation Center. Free.

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6:30–8:30 p.m.Controlling your anger can be hard,

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anger into a positive force.This four-week interactive course will helpyou to identify what triggers youranger and give you techniques to

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FIRST AIDLearn to effectively assess and treat a wide range of ailments in emergencies. Lecture andhands-on training. Receive athree-year National Safety Councilcertification. February 24,9 a.m.–3 p.m. $60 (includes book).

WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSEREFRESHERWomen who completed ourwomen’s self-defense course willreview and develop the skills theylearned. March 17, 9–11 a.m. $30.

HEALING LAUGHTERLaughter and wellness go together.Learn how to lower your bloodpressure, promote emotionalhealing, and strengthen yourimmune system by participatingin laughter exercises. Presented byHeather Wandell, B.A., C.L.L.Registration is required. February27, 7–8:30 p.m. Free.

Improving With Age

BE SEATEDOngoing seated fitness programgeared to adults age 50 and older.Through gentle movements, increaseyour range of motion and buildmuscle strength. Cosponsored withthe Howard County Department ofRecreation and Parks. Tuesdays andThursdays, 10–10:45 a.m. RogerCarter Recreation Center. (16 classesbeginning April 10). To register, call410-740-7601. $24.

AGEWELLOngoing senior exercise program for people age 60 and older.Cosponsored with Howard CountyOffice on Aging. Available in fivelocations throughout HowardCounty. Call Barbara Miller at 410-313-7213 for class dates, times, andlocations.

RECONNECTING TO YOURWELL-BEINGOur well-being is the result of themany aspects of our lives. Learnnew ways to make consciouschoices to bring more balance intoyour life and promote your well-being. March 29, 7–9 p.m. Free.

TAKE A WALK IN THE WOODSWITH HENRY DAVID THOREAUSpending time in nature is oneway we can bring solace into ourbusy lives. Henry David Thoreauchallenged us to get in tune withthe independent web of life ofwhich we are a part. This retreat is designed to help you reflect onwhat you can learn by observingnature and develop healthypractices for balancing your life byincreasing your physical activity.Bring weather-appropriateclothing and a drink. April 14 atRoger Carter Recreation Center, orApril 21 at Owen Brown InterfaithCenter. 9 a.m.–noon. $45.

AARP DRIVER SAFETYPROGRAM American Association of RetiredPersons’(AARP) Driver SafetyProgram is a classroom refresher program designed to meet theneeds of older drivers. Participantsmust be age 50 or older. Someinsurance companies give adiscounted rate for completingthis course. Call for dates andtimes. HCGH Wellness Center.$10.

FITNESS FUN FOR SENIORSExercise to music at your ownpace for flexibility and fun. Forage 60 and older. Cosponsoredwith Howard County Departmentof Recreation and Parks. Call 410-313-7275 for class dates andtime. $36.

Developing Child Awareness

PEDIATRIC PREOPERATIVETOURFor children scheduled foroutpatient surgery and theirfamilies. Tours offeredMonday–Friday, 4–6:30 p.m. andSaturdays, 9 a.m.–noon. Call 410-884-4500 for information. Free.

PEDIATRIC UNIT TOURFor children ages 3 to 12 and theirparents. Visit the Children’s Care

Center and meet the staff. Spaceis limited; early registration isadvised. Call 410-884-4848 fordates and times. Free.

SIBLING PREPARATION TOURHelp siblings-to-be prepare forbaby’s arrival. Children ages 4 to12 can tour the hospital. Earlyregistration is advised. Call fordates and times. Howard CountyGeneral Hospital. Free.


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Unless otherwise noted, classes will be held at HCGH Wellness Center. For more information about courseslisted, call Howard County General Hospital Wellness Center unless another number is listed. Advanceregistration is required for all classes and programs. MasterCard and VISA are accepted for payment.Make checks payable to HCGH. If a refund is requested, a $25 processing fee will be charged.There is a $25charge for all returned checks. Please note that classes may be cancelled due to low enrollment.

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INDIVIDUALIZED DIABETESMANAGEMENTLearn from a certified diabetes nurse educator how to manage yourdiabetes. For information or anappointment, call 410-740-7695.

INDIVIDUALIZED WEIGHT LOSS COUNSELINGFor school-age children and adults,this program offers the participantand cook in the family individual-ized nutritional counseling with aregistered dietitian. Appointmentsare scheduled on Tuesdays andThursdays between 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. $25 for a half-hour visit.

NUTRITION AND CANCERIndividualized, three-sessioncounseling program with aregistered dietitian. Examines dietas part of wellness. For those whowish to modify their diets to helplower their risks of certain cancersand those who are undergoingtreatment for cancer. Call for datesand times. $90.

FREEDOM FROM SMOKINGThe best way to improve yourhealth is to stop smoking. Ourprogram offers support and

PRE-DIABETES: WHAT IS ITAND WHAT CAN YOU DOABOUT IT?If you have been told you have pre-diabetes or abnormal blood sugar,you are at risk for developingdiabetes. This class will help you tounderstand what pre-diabetes is andhow to make changes to prevent ordelay developing actual diabetes.March 21, 7–9 p.m. AmbulatoryCare Center. $15.

LIVING WITH DIABETESJohns Hopkins Education at Howard County General Hospital.A two-day program recognized bythe American Diabetes Associationand designed for people of all ageswith diabetes. Learn how you can be an expert at managing your owndiabetes from presentations by anendocrinologist, podiatrist, psycho-logist, diabetes nurse educator, anddietitian. May be covered by yourmedical insurance. February 16 &17, March 2 & 3, March 16 & 17,April 13 & 14, 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m.Ambulatory Care Center. Call 410-740-7695 for information.

DIETARY COUNSELING FORPEOPLE WITH DIABETESPresented by a registered dietitian,this individualized counselingprogram focuses on the dietaryrequirements of diabetes. Call 410-740-7695 for information.

DIETARY COUNSELINGNutritional counseling with aregistered dietitian to discuss your dietary concerns and goalsincluding dietary requirements for healthier bones, high bloodpressure, elevated cholesterol, or for those wanting to maintain avegetarian diet. Appointments arescheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdaysbetween 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. $25 for a half-hour visit.

strategies to assist you in achieving your goal.It is not necessary to quit smoking by the first class. Eight-classsession begins April 10.7–8:30 p.m. $60.

PULMONARYREHABILITATIONAn eight- to 12-week programdesigned to decrease the debilitatingsymptoms of Chronic ObstructivePulmonary Disease throughexercise therapy, education, andemotional support. HCGHRehabilitation Services Dept. Call410-740-7970 for information andappointment.

CARDIAC REHABILITATIONPhase IIA four- to 12-week program toassist cardiac patients in the earlyrecovery phase following a heartattack, angioplasty, or cardiacsurgery. Provides exercise,education, and emotional support.HCGH Rehabilitation ServicesDept. Call 410-740-7869 forinformation and appointment.

Cardiac Rehabilitation Phase III/IVFor information, call 410-740-7601.

COMPLEMENTARY THERAPYAND FITNESS PROGRAMSExercise in a comfortable, relaxedatmosphere with friendly, know-ledgeable exercise physiologists whoalso can provide personal training.Take advantage of one-on-onesessions with our golf physicaltherapists to improve your golfbody, making your game morepowerful, efficient, and consistent.Eliminate injuries with our “wHole-In-One” Golf Body EnhancementProgram. Also, enjoy the manybenefits of massage therapy andacupuncture. For program details,contact Central MarylandRehabilitation Center at 410-312-9000.


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April 25, 7–8:30 p.m.Free

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adult or child victim. This course is forthe community and is not a

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Hammond High School, ColumbiaApril 21, 9 a.m.–noon

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410-740-7601 (general information & registration) • www.hcgh.org

(online pre-registration) • 410-740-7990 (TDD) • 800-850-3137(long distance only,

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Health ScreeningTo register, call 410-740-7601 or online at www.hcgh.org.

PPooddiiaattrryy SSccrreeeenniinnggApril 26, 4–6 p.m. Free.

FFaammiillyy HHeeaarriinngg aannddVViissiioonn SSccrreeeenniinnggMay 1, 9:30–11:30 a.m. Free.

Improving Your Health

BLOOD PRESSURESCREENING ANDMONITORINGHoward County General HospitalWellness Center: Wednesdays,3–6 p.m. Ellicott City SeniorCenter: Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.–12:30p.m. Kiwanis-Wallas RecreationCenter: First Wednesday and thirdFriday of each month, 9:15–10:45a.m. The Mall in Columbia:Second Tuesday of each month,8–10 a.m. Western Howard CountySenior Center: Second and fourthTuesday of each month, 9–11 a.m.Glenwood Library: First and thirdMonday of the month, 3:30–5:30p.m. Florence Bain Senior Center:Every other Thursday of eachmonth, 10:30 a.m.–noon. Free.

ADULT, CHILD,AND February 28, March 8,INFANT CPR March 20,April 2, or

April 185:30–9 p.m. $48.

ADULT AND March 27CHILD CPR 6–9 p.m. $35.

American HeartAssociation CPR


THE MALL MILERSWalking for health program at The Mall in Columbia.Cosponsored by Howard CountyGeneral Hospital, area agencies,and local businesses. Bloodpressure screenings available thesecond Tuesday of each month.Call 410-730-3300 for details.Free.

SSttrrookkee SSccrreeeenniinnggMay 2, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Free.

OOsstteeooppoorroossiiss SSccrreeeenniinnggMay 15, 6–8:30 p.m. $35.

For Children and Teens

HOME SWEET HOMEChildren ages 9 to 12 and theirparents will learn safe and funways for children to stay at homealone. May 4, 6–8 p.m. $10/family.

ESSENTIALS IN BABYSITTINGLearn how to effectively managechildren, create a safeenvironment, and applyemergency techniques. Certificateof attendance provided.Cosponsored with Health Quest,Inc. February 17, March 10, April21, or May 5, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.$46 (includes lunch).

SELF-DEFENSE FOR YOUNGWOMENLearn physical and psychologicalstrategies of self-defense. Alsodiscusses concepts of self-image,self-esteem, and assertivebehavior. For ages 12–14 years.February 10, 9–11 a.m. $30.

KIDS SELF-DEFENSEChildren ages 8 to 12 will learnbasic principles of safetyawareness and age-appropriateself-defense techniques. Programincludes discussion, role-playing,and practice. Saturday, March 3,9–11 a.m. $25.

DROP-IN KNITTING ANDCROCHETING SUPPORTGROUP FOR CANCERPATIENTS AND SURVIVORSJoin in fellowship and fun withother patients and survivors as welearn to knit and crochet. Bringyour own supplies or borrow ours.Beginners welcome. First and thirdWednesdays each month, 10:30a.m. Free.

DROP-IN CARDS AND GAMESSUPPORT GROUP FORCANCER PATIENTS ANDSURVIVORSJoin fellow cancer patients andsurvivors for a game of cards orscrabble. Second and fourthWednesdays of March, April, andMay, 10:30 a.m. Free.

Cancer Support Programs

LUNCH AND LEARNBring a bag lunch on the fourthFriday of each month. Springtopics include The Role ofAcupuncture in Cancer Treatmentand Recovery, Yoga as Part of theHealing Process, Wigging Out—the Care and Feeding of YourCranial Prosthesis, What YouShould Know About HPV andCervical Cancer, and NewTreatments for Prostate Cancer.Reservations required. Free.

CANCER SUPPORT PROGRAMSare held at the Claudia MayerCancer Resource Center. Formore information, visitwww.hcgh.org and click onClaudia Mayer Cancer ResourceCenter or call 410-740-5858.

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Alcoholics AnonymousSundays, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. 410-663-1912.

Al-AnonFor families and friends of alcoholics. Sundays,7 p.m. 410-832-7094.

AlateenFor the teenager who has an alcoholic friend or family member. Sundays, 7 p.m.1-888-4AL-ANON.

Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support GroupsFor caregivers and spouse caregivers.Caregivers: First Friday of each month, 11 a.m.Spouse caregivers: Second Tuesday of each month,10:30 a.m. 410-313-9744.

Better Breathing ClubIn conjunction with the American Lung Association.Meets monthly. 410-740-7803.

Breast Cancer Support GroupThird Wednesday of each month, 7–9 p.m. andfourth Tuesday of each month,10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 410-884-4650.

Crohn’s and Colitis Foundationof America Support GroupFor those with inflammatory bowel disease andtheir friends. Meets fourth Tuesday of each month,7–8:30 p.m. 1-800-618-5583.

Hospice Services of Howard CountySupport for the terminally ill, their families,and the bereaved. 410-730-5072.

Howard County Diabetes Education and Support GroupFirst Tuesday of each month, 7:30–9 p.m.Florence Bain Senior Center. For information,call 410-740-7695.

I Can CopeFor those with cancer and their families.1-888-535-4555, x908.

Look Good Feel BetterThird Monday of each month. Claudia Mayer Cancer Resource Center.410-781-4316.

Man-to-Man Prostate Cancer Support GroupCosponsored with the American Cancer Society.Third Thursday of each month, 7–9:30 p.m.410-461-3459.

Maryland Apraxia of SpeechSecond Sunday of each month, 2–5 p.m.410-480-0745.

Narcotics Anonymous1-800-317-3222.

Nicotine Anonymous410-964-2180.

Overeaters AnonymousFridays, 10:30–11:30 a.m. 410-963-2102.

Rising Hope Support GroupFor parents who have lost a baby to miscarriage,stillbirth, or newborn death. HCGH. First Mondayof each month, 7:30 p.m. 410-740-7845.

WomenHeart, the National Coalition of Women with Heart DiseaseThird Wednesday of each month,7:30–9:30 p.m. 301-776-3057.

Support group information is subject to change.Before attending a meeting, verify informationby calling the contact number listed.

Cosponsored by Howard County General Hospital

Ongoing Support GroupsHeld at the Wellness Center unless otherwise noted.

MAYBE BABY?Starting a family involves preparation andplanning. Our program assists you in learningabout your important choices to consider. Topicsinclude lifestyle, parentwellness, and health carematters. Presented byOB/GYN ChristinaChandler, M.D. March 14,7–8:30 p.m. Free.

MAYBE BABY?Financial Planning Issuesfor Prospective ParentsMay 23, 7–8:30 p.m. HCGHWellness Center. Free.

BABY SIGNINGLearn basic sign languageskills to help your babycommunicate. In this class,you will learn 100 basicsigns. For parents, grandparents, caregivers, andbabies up to 12 months old. A review DVD isincluded in the price. March 24 & March 31 orApril 28 & May 5, 10:30 a.m.–noon. $40 perperson or $75 per couple.

POSITIVE PARENTING In this six-week interactive class, learn the skillsneeded to raise a healthy, productive child,including communication skills, disciplining yourchild, and managing your child’s behavior, self-esteem, and more. Wednesdays beginning April25, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Free.

PRENATAL CLASS FOR YOUR EARLYPREGNANCYFor parents-to-be in the first three months ofpregnancy. Learn about the early stages ofpregnancy and understand the physical changes,your baby’s growth, and easy ways you cansupport your pregnancy. March 28, 7–9 p.m. Free.

HAPPIEST BABY ON THE BLOCKLearn successful techniques that can quicklysoothe your crying newborn baby and promote amore restful sleep for your infant. Endorsed bythe American Academy of Pediatrics. Parent kitsare included. March 7 or April 5, 7–9 p.m. $50 percouple.

PREPARED CHILDBIRTH PROGRAMFive-part program to prepare for the birth of yourbaby. Call or go to www.hcgh.org for moreinformation.

REFRESHER CHILDBIRTH PROGRAMFor couples who have attended a previouschildbirth program. Breathing and relaxationexercises are practiced. Call or go to

www.hcgh.org for more information.

CHILDBIRTH WEEKENDExpectant couples will learn aboutchildbirth preparation over a two-day period during this weekendprogram. Call or go to www.hcgh.orgfor more information.

BIRTHING CENTER TOURA preview of maternal-child servicesavailable for expectant couples. Callat least eight weeks prior to duedate to schedule a tour. Free.

LACTATION CLINICPrenatal breast assessment and

lactation clinic visits after discharge are availableby appointment with a certified lactationconsultant. Call 410-740-7830 for information.

BREASTFEEDINGLearn advantages, preparation techniques, andways to prevent and manage feeding problems.Practical tips for successfully combining careerand breastfeeding will be discussed. Taught by anurse lactation consultant. Newborns welcome.For prenatal and postnatal couples. Call or go towww.hcgh.org for more information.

INFANT CARETwo-part course designed to prepare parents,grandparents, and caregivers for the care of aninfant. Lecture, group discussion, and hands-onpractice are used to enhance learning. Topicsinclude newborn appearance, feeding, sleeping,crying, signs of illness, care of the newborn, andparenting roles. Newborns welcome. Call or goto www.hcgh.org for more information. $50 perperson/$75 per couple.

Healthy Families

MATERNAL CHILD CLASSESclass information and registration forms are

available by calling410-740-7601 or online at

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The growth on Stephanie Garagozzo’s ovary made itspresence known four years ago when the New Jerseyinternist had a routine ultrasound examination during herfirst pregnancy.Told that the mass appeared to be acomplex but benign cyst, Garagozzo later decided tohave it removed. And then her fear set in.

“I’d never heard of a borderline ovarian tumor,” she saysof the diagnosis on her full pathology report. “Even myphysician friends didn’t know about it.With other tumors,borderline means that it’s likely to progress to cancer.I was 33 years old; my daughter wasn’t even 2. I wasterrified that I wouldn’t be around to see her grow up.”

Garagozzo’s physician recommended removing the ovaryright away. Instead, Garagozzo went online and found,she says, that Hopkins’ director of gynecologic pathology,Robert Kurman, “is the guy for borderlines in the UnitedStates.” When she realized that the terminology in herpathology report didn’t match Kurman’s, she headedstraight for Baltimore.

Kurman has spent nearly three decades characterizingovarian tumors (there are over 100 types, more thanoccur in any other organ), so he’s nostranger to the confusion that surroundsthose known as borderlines. “They’resomewhere in Never–Never Land,”Kurman says, “neither fish nor fowl.” Unliketrue ovarian cancers, which invade theovary, so–called borderline tumors areusually benign and noninvasive, and evenwhen they do spread are unlikely to be lifethreatening.Yet the still-lingering borderlinemoniker—given in the early 1970s whenlittle was known about them—suggeststhat they require aggressive treatment.“That’s why I don’t call them borderline,”explains Kurman. “I call them atypicalbecause nothing in that says cancer.” Still, he says,these tumors can’t be ignored.

Ovarian Tumors that AreNeither Fish Nor Fowl

Stephanie Garagozzo, left, is convinced that had Ginger Gardner notbeen determined to preserve her fertility, there’d be no such person as4-month-old Lela Francesca. “There aren’t many physicians who dealwith borderline tumors like I had,” says Garagozzo. “With Ginger, I wasfinally comfortable to just be the patient.”

Kurman’s non-alarmist approach began to easeGaragozzo’s anxiety, and gynecologic oncologist GingerGardner completed the turnaround. Gardner, who directsminimally invasive surgery in Hopkins’ Ovarian CancerCenter of Excellence, explained that “even in the worst-case scenario, these tumors are very treatable.”

As with other ovarian masses, atypical tumors must bestaged, which usually requires a big, open laparotomy.Gardner, however, performed all staging biopsies (results were negative) and removed the remainder ofGaragozzo’s one ovary, the regional lymph nodes and herappendix in a laparoscopic procedure that allowed herpatient to leave the hospital the next day. “Because of hercell type and age,” Gardner says, “we could spare herother ovary and her uterus,” an outcome important not only for hormonal health and pelvic-floor support,but for future childbearing.

“From the moment I went to Hopkins,” Garagozzo says,“I knew I’d be OK. I had the surgery in March 2005, andmy second daughter was born a year later.That is huge.”

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New ProfessionalStaff OfficersNamedThe Howard CountyGeneral HospitalProfessional Staff haselected Michael E.Silverman, M.D., aspresident of the professional staff for 2007.A member of the professional staff since 1994,

Dr. Silverman is board certified in internal medicine andcardiovascular disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. Silverman, who is with the HPV Heart cardiology practice,received his medical degree from the University of MarylandSchool of Medicine. Serving with Dr. Silverman will be oncologistEdward J. Lee, M.D., as vice president and urologist Marc Applestein,M.D., as secretary/treasurer.

New Medication Reconciliation ProgramWhen a patient is admitted to HCGH, he/she is asked to provide alist of current medications and dosage, which is noted on a specificform in the patient’s chart. On a separate form, the physician writesorders for the medications the patient is to receive during his orher stay.The Pharmacy staff must compare those two forms andcontact the physician if there are any discrepancies or concerns.This process is called “Medication Reconciliation” and is the focus of one of the Joint Commission on Accreditation of HealthcareOrganizations’ National Patient Safety Goals.The goal calls forhospitals to “accurately and completely reconcile medications acrossthe continuum of care” and its purpose is to avoid errors oftranscription, omission, duplication of therapy, drug-drug and drug-disease interactions.

Historically, HCGH practiced a manual process for this safetymeasure. This past fall, a new automated and improved processwas piloted. Under the new system, the patient’s medicationinformation is entered directly into the system during admission.The physician then receives a printed copy of the form and has theoption to continue or discontinue the patient’s current medicationsas well as write orders for additional medications. “This automatedprocess is safer for patients because it provides many more checksand balances,” said Masoomeh Khamesian, director of Pharmacy.

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serving youThese HCGH physicians have recently relocated orestablished new offices in Howard County.


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Critical Care MedicineNirav G. Shah, M.D.Pulmonary Disease & Critical Care10724 Little Patuxent Pkwy. #200Columbia, MD 21044410-997-5944

Family MedicineKisa S. Crosse, M.D.6350 Stevens Forest Rd. #102Columbia, MD 21046443-259-3780

Geriatric MedicineKanthi Wickramaratne, M.D.Johns Hopkins Community Physicians 6350 Stevens Forest Road #102Columbia, MD 21046443-259-3780

Internal MedicineMateen A.Awan, M.D.10802 Hickory Ridge RoadColumbia, MD 21044410-992-9355

Victor Yonghoon Kim, M.D.Allcare of Maryland, LLC6955 Oakland Mills Rd. Suite NColumbia, MD 21045410-290-9990

Update on Construction at HowardCounty General HospitalAs part of Howard County General Hospital’sCampus Development Plan, site developmentwork has begun to prepare for the newpatient tower and 660-car parking garage.To help ease any parking congestion,complimentary valet parking will be offered to patients, visitors and physicians daily starting at 6:30 a.m.The last cars will be parked at 4 p.m., but staff will be on duty to retrievecars until 5:30 p.m. Although self-parking willstill be available, the valet service is beingoffered as a convenient alternative.

Thank you for your patience andunderstanding during this exciting time.

Obstetrics and Gynecology Ginger J. Gardner, M.D.5900 Cedar LaneColumbia, MD 21044410-884-7048

Louis Kokkinakos, M.D.Esposito, Mayer, Hogan & Assoc.11085 Little Patuxent Pkwy. #001Columbia, MD 21044410-997-0580

Francisco Rojas, M.D.Johns Hopkins Community Physicians6350 Stevens Forest RoadColumbia, MD 21046443-259-3770

PodiatryDavid Baek, D.P.M.13950 Baltimore AvenueLaurel, MD 20707 301-317-6800

Plastic SurgeryEric Chang, M.D.Columbia Aesthetic Plastic Surgery8860 Columbia 100 Pkwy. #206Columbia, MD 21045410-740-9330

Michael E. Silverman,M.D

Edward J. Lee, M.D.

Marc Applestein, M.D.


John ScaldaraDirector EmeritusHoward County HospitalFoundationPresident and Chief OperatingOfficer,The Columbia Bank

For more than 10 years JohnScaldara has been a strong supporterof Howard County General Hospital.He has served on the Howard Hospital Foundation as amember of the Board of Directors and chairman of theFoundation in 1999.

“Howard County General Hospital is a wonderful institu-tion that has great community presence. The health and well-ness of the community are so fundamentally important.TheColumbia Bank has and will continue to support the hospitalin its efforts to grow to keep pace with the community,” saysMr. Scaldara. The Columbia Bank has supported the HowardHospital Foundation’s Symphony of Lights, Benefit Golf Classicand Capital Campaigns.

Mr. Scaldara also serves on the Board of Directors ofColumbia Foundation and the Board of Sponsors of LoyolaCollege Sellinger School of Business. He is the chairman of the2007 American Heart Association Howard County Walk-a-thon.

Mr. Scaldara and his family reside in Howard County.

Alicia SlahetkaPresident,Howard County General HospitalVolunteer Auxiliary

In 1990 Alicia Slahetka came toHoward County General Hospital tovolunteer. New to the area, Ms. Slahetkawanted to use her skills to help others.In her home town in Kansas, she had beena hospital volunteer since the age of 12. Volunteering atHoward County General Hospital seemed only natural.

“I like speaking with and helping others,” says Ms. Slahetka.“My gift is connecting with people—volunteering is the perfectway for me to do that.”

Throughout the years, Ms. Slahetkavolunteered in theEmergency Department before moving on to numerousVolunteer Auxiliary Committees, and becoming president of theAuxiliary from 1997 to 1999. She is excited to once again bepresident and looks forward to being a leader during the hospi-tal’s campus development plan and spearheading the Auxiliary’sfundraising efforts in the community.

“Volunteering is what I love to do better than any paidjob,” notes Ms. Slahetka. “This job fills my heart and makes me happy.”

Ms. Slahetka has served as president of the PTA ofWaterloo Elementary and Bellows Spring Elementary Schools.Currently she is the PTA president of Elkridge Landing Middle School.

She resides in Elkridge with her husband and two children.

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Dr. Edmund TortolaniChief of Surgery, Howard County General Hospital

When Dr. Edmund Tortolani first joined Howard County General Hospital in 1975, it was a clinic thatwas viewed as a small place for routine procedures. In the 32 years he has been with HCGH, the last tenof which he has served as chief of surgery, Dr.Tortolani has witnessed the hospital’s growth.

“When I first came here, community residents would have to travel out of the county to get care,”says Dr.Tortolani. “Over the years, as the hospital grew, it gained legitimacy, increased its size, and continuedto attract well-trained, top notch medical staff that are committed to Howard County General Hospital.

Now residents are able to receive quality care in their community.”For Dr.Tortolani, HCGH’s future looks bright. “Our association with Johns Hopkins is a wonderful complement to our services.

I look forward to developing centers of excellence for certain service lines, and the new building will offer more modern space.Our community will certainly benefit as the hospital continues to grow and strive to offer first rate services to our patients."

Dr.Tortolani has lived in Howard County since 1971.

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Latino Health Fair Saturday, March 10 • 12–4 p.m.Howard County General Hospital, the Howard CountyHealth Department, St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church,and Alianza de la Comunidad will hold the third LatinoHealth Fair for Latino community members at the WildeLake Interfaith Center. Attendees will be able to receivehealth information as well as health screenings includingblood pressure, oral health, clinical breast exams, and more.For more information, call 410-740-7605.

Kidz Konvention Sunday, March 11Exciting activities and entertain-ment for kids of all ages at Turf Valley. Proceeds benefit theHCGH Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. For more information,call 410-465-1500.

Community Health FairSaturday, March 17 • 10 a.m.–2 p.m.The Howard County Muslim Foundation, in partnership withHoward County General Hospital and the Howard CountyHealth Department, sponsors this community health fair,which will be held at The Florence Bain Senior Center. Formore information, call 410-465-7400.

Blossoms of Hope–National Cherry Blossom Parade Saturday, April 14Howard County General Hospital will participate in theNational Cherry Blossom Parade in Washington, D.C. for thesecond year as a sponsor of the Blossoms of Hope initiative.For more information about the parade and for all Blossomsof Hope spring events, visit our Web site at www.hcgh.organd click on Claudia Mayer Cancer Resource Center.

11th Annual Kicks Against Cancer SoccerTournamentSaturday,April 14Some of the best athletes from college soccer teams across the nation face off at the Maryland SoccerPlex inGermantown. Funds raised benefit The Claudia MayerCancer Resource Center. For more information, call 410-740-7840.

CPR Across Howard CountySaturday,April 21 • 9 a.m.–noonThis FREE American Heart Association Family & FriendsCPR course is a hands-on experience for those wishing tolearn the techniques of adult and child CPR and choking.This program, held at Hammond High School, is designedfor people age 11 and up who would like to be prepared torespond to an emergency, but do not require a CPRcertification. Refreshments and a CPR book will be provided.Registration is required. Please call 410-740-7601 to register.

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