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How It Helps patIeNtsWhat would a patient-centered medical home mean for the girl with asthma and her family? A nurse might call her parents after their first ER visit to discuss how to prevent flare-ups. Her grandfather’s primary care doctor could coordinate with the grandfather’s specialists. And a scheduler could contact the girl’s grandmother when it’s time for her mammogram.

“Dr. Reedy and her team at the former Paramount Medical Group received recognition from the National Commit-tee for Quality Assurance for using this model in adult and pediatric care,” explains Pegeen Butterfield, director of care management. “Now that they’re integrated into Summit Medical Group, we’re working to expand elements of this model throughout the group.”

wHat Is It?“A patient-centered medical home isn’t a place,” explains Jamie Reedy, MD, MPH. “It’s a model for how to provide comprehensive, coordinated primary care.

“This model says that when you walk in our door, we address all your needs, not just your acute problem. We get all the information we need about you and any care you receive elsewhere. After we order tests, prescribe medicines, or recommend treatments, we follow up with you about what needs to happen next. If you haven’t been in for a while, we reach out to you,” says Dr. Reedy. Medical assistants, nurses, reception-ists, registered nurse care coordinators, and others work with doctors to make this happen.

Worried parents whisk their daugh-ter to the emergency room for a

serious asthma flare-up. Doctors control the symptoms and send them home, relieved. But three weeks later, the girl returns, wheezing badly.

Meanwhile, her grandfather with diabetes and heart failure can’t control his blood sugar. His problem isn’t a lack of health care but the opposite. He sees so many specialists, he can’t keep track of how to manage his conditions. His wife hopes he’s not headed for another hospital stay—which reminds her: Isn’t she due for a mammogram soon?

Scenes like this are not uncommon in health care. But Summit Medical Group is developing an approach to care that moves beyond your office visit or test, based on the concept of a “patient-centered medical home,” or PCMH.

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PuTTinG PATienTS FirST Our patient-centered medical home program is just one of Summit medical Group’s many quality healthcare services. Devoted to the highest standard of care for each patient who enters our doors, we carefully track your experiences, measure your satisfaction, and improve our services. Find out more at www.summitmedicalgroup.com/service/Quality-Health-care-Services.

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Did you know that you can be at risk for heart attack without ever

having noticeable symptoms? If you’re like most people, you probably answered no to this question.

Although chest pain (or angina) is a common symptom of heart attack, a recent study shows that many people have no chest pain during a heart attack. Women ages 55 and younger in the study who had heart attacks with no chest pain were two to three times more likely to die in the hospital compared with men the same age who had classic heart attack symptoms.

Researchers believe the higher death rates in the women are probably because people without traditional heart attack symptoms are more likely to ignore their symptoms until it’s too late for lifesaving interventions. In addition, patients without classic heart attack symptoms are probably treated less aggressively when they reach the hospital.

Preventive CardiaC Care CliniC assesses risk

The good news is, there are accurate tests that can tell your doctor whether you have heart disease and if you’re at risk for:• Aneurysm• Heart attack• Peripheral artery disease• Stroke• Valve problems

To protect you from unexpected cardiovascular events, Summit Medical Group Cardiology has recently opened its innovative Preventive Cardiac Care Clinic, which offers comprehensive testing and treatment if you are at risk for heart attack. The clinic provides routine as well as advanced cardiovas-cular screening with:• Cardiac calcium scoring (also known

as coronary artery calcium scoring)

• Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

• Cholesterol nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR)

• Computed tomography (CT) angiography

• Nuclear stress testing• Exercise stress testing

“While all Summit Medical Group cardiology patients receive preventive care, patients visiting the clinic benefit from the most advanced diagnostic technologies to identify heart disease at all stages,” says Summit Medical Group lipid specialist Suzanne Shugg, ACNP, DNP. “Using an integrated, multidisci-plinary treatment approach, our experts can advise you about dietary changes, exercise programs, and smoking cessa-tion. The approach combines holistic and traditional methods of treating heart disease, including using the most up-to-date interventional treatment. In addition, we can refer patients to our outstanding cognitive behavioral health experts for counseling to reduce stress, manage anger, relieve depression, and stop smoking—all of which contribute to and exacerbate heart disease and cardiovascular events.”

The clinic has already become popular with patients who are interested in taking charge of their health. “When it comes to heart disease,” says Dr. Shugg, “what you don’t know can hurt you!” Dr. Shugg adds, “Heart disease is the leading cause of death in men and women worldwide. In many cases, we can help patients slow and reverse some of the effects of heart disease so that they can manage and avoid serious health problems and even death.”

By Joyce Pierce Mathews for Summit Medical Group

learn How to Help your Heart tHrouGH dietDon’t miss the chance to have your nutrition and heart health questions answered on Thursday, July 26. regis-tered dietitian Susan Canonico and certified heart failure nurse Beth Langlois will team up for a free interactive session. reservations are required. For details, check the Free Lectures side of the pull-out section.

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FREE lEctuREsAll lectures are held at Summit Medical Group, 1 Diamond Hill Road, Lawrence Pavilion, Conference Center (near Café), Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922, unless otherwise noted. For your convenience, please park in lot 1 or 2 and enter through the Lawrence Pavilion. Reservations required: 908-277-8889 or www.summitmedicalgroup.com/events.

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Julyearly Detection of melanoma and Other Skin CancersWednesday, July 11, 7 p.m.naheed Abbasi, mD, DermatologistSkin cancer affects millions of Americans annually—and the incidence is growing. This lecture will provide an overview of skin cancer, including risks, early detection, and treatment. Participants will learn to identify the early signs of skin cancer. Melanoma and nonmelanoma skin tumors will be discussed and prevention of skin cancer will be emphasized.

maintaining Cardiac Health Through Your Diet: An interactive SessionThursday, July 26, 10:30 a.m. to noonSusan Canonico, registered DietitianBeth Langlois, APn-C, Certified Heart Failure nurseLearn ways to manage your cardiac health through diet. This is a great opportunity to have your nutrition questions and concerns about heart health answered. Discussion topics will include label reading, a low-sodium diet, and the benefits of vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids.

AugustLove Your Lungs: Keeping Your Lungs HealthyThursday, August 9, 7 p.m.Jessie Wilt, mD, PulmonologistCome to an informative talk and learn how to take care of your lungs. Discussion will include symptoms of lung disease, risks including radiation exposure and secondhand tobacco smoke, and the benefits of aerobic exercise.

Living with LupusWednesday, August 22, 7 p.m.Lauren Kennish, mD, rheumatologistLupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that occurs when a person’s immune system attacks his or her own tissues and organs. Learn about the symptoms of lupus, how it is diagnosed, and new treatment options to live well with the disease.

sEPtEMBERBreast Care: meet the expertsThursday, September 13, 7 p.m.A panel of Summit Medical Group breast health experts will discuss the importance of breast care for those with breast cancer or concerns about it. Get expert advice from our plastic surgeon, breast surgeons, medical oncologist, and behavioral health specialist.

Urgent Care adds hoUrsOur Urgent Care Center has expanded its morning hours to serve you better. Our new hours are 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. No appointment is necessary, but it is wise to call ahead to confirm whether we can provide the treatment you need: 908-277-8880. Benefits of our 10-bed Urgent Care Center include:•Medicalcareforpatientswhodonotneedahospital-basedemergencydepartment•Shorterwaitingtimescomparedwithtypicalemergencydepartments•Diagnosticandimagingcapabilitieslikethatofahospital,includingX-rays,computedtomography (CT) scanning, and laboratory testing •Acomfortable,safeenvironment

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classEs & EvEntsClasses and events take place at Summit Medical Group, 1 Diamond Hill Road, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922

ClAssEsBasic YogaWednesdays, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.Dina Leyden, PTexercise room in the Lawrence Pavilion, ground floor$100 for a 10-class card, good at either Basic or Chair yoga class. Card expires six months from date of purchase. To register, please call 908-277-8936.

Chair Yogamondays, 11 a.m. to noonDina Leyden, PTexercise room in the Lawrence Pavilion, ground floor$100 for a 10-class card, good at either Basic or Chair yoga class. To register, please call 908-277-8936.

Tai Chimondays and Thursdays, 10 to 11 a.m. risa Silverstein, mS, LAc exercise room in the Lawrence Pavilion, ground floor$80 for 10 classes. To register, please call 908-277-8936.

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Breast Cancer Support Group for newly Diagnosed Patients

mondays, July 16, August 13, and September 105 to 6 p.m.Berkeley Heights Campus, Breast Care Center Waiting AreaCarol Boyer, APn-C, Clinical Program manager/Breast nurse Specialist; elizabeth nikol, LCSW, ACT This program is for those who have recently been diagnosed with breast cancer. Patients are able to share concerns and advice about their experience with breast cancer treatments and more. For more information or to register, please call 908-277-8768.

Breast Cancer Survivorship Group for Patients Who Are a Year or more Postdiagnosis

mondays, July 23, August 20, and September 245 to 6 p.m.Berkeley Heights Campus, Breast Care Center Waiting AreaCarol Boyer, APn-C, Clinical Program manager/Breast nurse Specialist; Jamie Schwartz, mSW, LCSW This group is for those who have experienced breast cancer and wish to receive support from others who have similar experiences, and to share information about ways to manage common concerns for breast cancer survivors. For more information or to register, please call 908-277-8768.

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Live Well Sports and Health FestivalOur third annual Live Well Sports and Health Festival will take place on Sunday, September 30, from noon to 4 p.m. Enjoy demonstrations and samples of healthy food, try new fitness exercises, and get information to help you live well and stay well. Visit summitmedicalgroup.com/events for updates!

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There’s no cure for this chronic lung condition, but taking recommended

self-care steps can help you manage it.Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

(COPD) refers to a group of illnesses, such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis, which cause breathing problems and stop air from reaching your lungs.

Tobacco use is the main cause of COPD, but asthma, air pollution, respiratory infections, and genetic factors can also lead to the condition.

Medication and supplemental oxygen can treat COPD symptoms. However, self-care plays a significant role in managing the disease. The following steps can help you control the symptoms and slow the progress of COPD.• Stop smoking. This is the most

important thing you can do to stop or slow the damage to your lungs. If you’re having trouble quitting, talk with your doctor.

• Get vaccinations. Have the flu vac-cine on a yearly basis and a pneumo-nia vaccine as recommended by your doctor. Preventing flu and pneumonia can minimize COPD complications.

• Join in rehabilitation and exercise programs designed for people with COPD. Doing so can help you stay fit.

• Avoid lung irritants. Limit your exposure to secondhand smoke, air pollution, chemical fumes, and dust. Keep your windows closed when air pollution or outside dust lev-els are high. Stay away from your home if you’re having it painted or sprayed for insects.

• Take all your medications as pre-scribed. Refill your prescriptions before they run out so you don’t come up short. Bring all your medicines to your doctor appointments so the dos-ages and frequency can be checked.

• Conserve your energy. Find easy ways to cook, clean, and complete other daily tasks. Ask friends and family for help if you can’t get things done on your own.

• Seek emotional support. COPD can cause fear, anxiety, depression, and stress. Talking about your fears with your friends, family, health care team, and a mental health professional can help you feel better. Joining a COPD support group can also help you cope with your feelings and condition.

To find out more, visit the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute at www.nhlbi.nih.gov.

Breathe Easier if You have CoPd Jessie Wilt, mD

PulmonologyBefore joining Summit Medical Group, Dr. Wilt was associate medical director of the New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center Adult Lung Transplant Program.

She also has been assistant professor of clinical medicine at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and medical director of the Inpatient Multi-organ Transplant Unit at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center.

Dr. Wilt earned her BS in mo-lecular biology with high honors at Lehigh University and her MD at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. After graduating, she completed her residency at Columbia Pres-byterian Medical Center.

She completed her fellowship in pulmonary, allergy, and criti-cal care medicine at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center.

Dr. Wilt is board certified in internal medicine, pulmonary disease, and critical care medi-cine. She practices at the Group's 1 Diamond Hill Road campus.

For a convenient appointment, call 908-277-8674.

SHow your lunGS Some love Attend an informative talk by Summit medical Group pulmonologist Jessie Wilt on Thursday, August 9. Dr. Wilt will discuss lung disease symptoms and risks, and what you can do to take better care of your lungs. reservations are required. For details, check the Free Lectures side of the pull-out section.

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Health Screenings Can Be lifesaving

These tests can serve as the wake-up call that persuades you to make

lifestyle changes a reality, the American Heart Association notes. Learning that your cholesterol is out of whack, for instance, may drive home the point that it’s time to start eating better and become more active physical-ly. Problematic test results make it per-sonal—a matter of your health and perhaps even your life—not just an abstract ideal.

Keeping track of the details, though, can be a challenge. Here are some of the health screenings most highly recom-mended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force:• Blood pressure screening:

Screening for high blood pressure for adults 18 and older

• Breast cancer screening: Screening every other year using mammography for women ages 50 to 74

• Cervical cancer screening: Pap tests every three years for women ages 21 to 65 who have had vaginal intercourse and have a cervix

Break Free from SmokingSummit Medical Group’s Behav-ioral Health and Cognitive Therapy Center is pleased to introduce its Freedom from Smoking program.

Developed and proven effective by the American Lung Association, patients are taught skills to quit smoking and stay smoke-free.

Patients in the program receive deeply discounted over-the-counter smoking-cessation aids such as nicotine patches, gums, and lozenges.

The program includes eight sessions over seven weeks. Program cost is $15 per session plus a one-time $25 workbook fee. This program is not covered by your insurance or by Medicare.

To find out more, or to join the program, call 908-508-8909.

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• Cholesterol blood test: Screening to determine cholesterol abnormali-ties is strongly recommended for men 35 and older and women 45 and older if they’re at increased risk for coronary heart disease. Screening is also recommended for men 20 to 35 and women 20 to 45 if they’re at increased risk for coronary artery disease.

• Colorectal cancer screening: Screening using fecal occult blood testing, sigmoidoscopy, or colonoscopy beginning at age 50 until age 75. As the task force notes, the risks and benefits of these three methods vary.

• Type 2 diabetes screening: Recommended for adults without any diabetes symptoms who have sus-tained blood pressure (either treated or untreated) higher than 135/80.

In terms of preventive health, regular screening tests are just part of the puzzle. You should also develop a relationship with a health care pro-vider. Your doctor can keep an eye on

your well-being, talk with you about a healthier lifestyle, discuss risky habits like smoking and excessive alcohol use, keep your immunizations up-to-date—and help you control illnesses when they do develop.

meDiC Are AnnuAL WeLLneSS ViSiTSSummit medical Group is pleased to offer medicare Annual Wellness Visits, under the auspices of its Geriatric medicine services. An Annual Wellness Visit is not a routine physical exam, but an opportunity covered by medicare to meet with your provider and review your current lifestyle, your medical history and prescriptions, and discuss age-appropriate preventive tests and screenings. Live well and stay well with your medicare Annual Wellness Visit. Want to know more? Call our Geriatric medicine providers at 908-277-8683.

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In some ways, diabetes doesn’t dis-criminate. Men and women are

equally likely to develop the disease. Both must work closely with their doc-tors to manage it.

But in other important aspects, diabetes isn’t an equal opportunity offender. Women often—but not always—bear the greater burden. Understanding the unique ways the condition affects each gender is impor-tant. Discussing them with your doctor can help you take control of your health.

womeN caN Get GestatIoNal dIabetesAs many as one in 10 women who didn’t have diabetes before will develop it during pregnancy. Often, your blood glucose returns to normal soon after the baby is born. However, your risk for type 2 diabetes remains higher for 10 to 20 years afterward.

more meN uNderGo amputatIoNA combination of poor blood flow and nerve damage contributes to foot infections in people with diabetes. As a result, they’re about 20 times more likely to lose a limb than the general population. Researchers recently reported that amputations are more frequent among men. However, more women die from complications related to the surgery.

Diabetes Strikes Men and Women Differently

I went to see neurologist Komal Naik, DO, at Summit Medical Group after suffering from debili-tating, daily headaches for more than four weeks, so I was not a very patient patient.

I told Dr. Naik my whole story. She listened intently and assured me she wouldn’t cause me any unnecessary pain, but that she had to try some things to see if her diagnosis and course of treat-ment was the right way to go.

I went for an MRI with contrast a few days later. A day or two afterward, I received a call from Dr. Naik telling me I didn’t have enough fluid going to my brain. She mentioned a cerebrospinal fluid leak, which is not uncommon and is treatable. I was scheduled for two not-so-fun procedures.

After one false start—when I was too dehydrated to provide blood—the procedure was a suc-cess. I immediately felt relief from the headaches and I haven’t suf-fered from them since.

Summit Medical Group has been great to me over the years. I wouldn’t think of going anywhere else for my medical care.

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FinD OuT mOre OnLineOur redesigned website offers many exciting features, including a brochure customized for your

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check out our personalized services guide. Better health is just a few clicks away.

womeN more proNe to depressIoNIn general, depression strikes women twice as often as men. All too often, mood problems go hand in hand with diabetes, each fueling the other. A study in the Archives of General Psychiatry found the combination of diabetes and depression may be deadly: having both may significantly shorten women’s lives.

Heart rIsks dIffer, tooOverall, women have lower odds of getting heart disease than men. But diabetes turns the tables. Women with diabetes have almost the same risk for heart disease as men without diabetes. Even more concerning, if a woman with diabetes develops heart disease, she has a higher risk for death than a man in that situation would.

Regardless of gender, most people with diabetes die as a result of heart disease or stroke. Healthy habits such as eating right, exercising, and keeping your blood glucose, cholesterol, and blood pressure under control can help you live a longer, healthier life.

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