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ECM IS LIVE!!!!Over the last few months, work has been ongoing to implement OpenText ECM (Enterprise Content Management) System within Tygerberg Hospital. The final milestones have now been achieved with the installation of nearly 100 additional computers throughout the hospital and the appointment and training of additional scanning staff. As such we are very pleased to inform you that ECM System is now live across Tygerberg Hospital. So no more physical historical patient files will be handed out. Access to all historical patient files will be via the ECM System.

Most of you have already attended a briefing or training session in the last few months, providing you with an understanding of how we will convert our paper patient records into electronic format and how to access information within the system. If you have not yet attended a training session please call the Datacentrix Service Desk on 021 483 8962 or email them at wcg-ecm-servicedesk@datacentrix.co.za to request a training session.

The web address to access ECM is: http://tbhecm.pgwc.gov.za. If you have any questions regarding the OpenText ECM system, require any assistance in using the system or would like additional information on training, please call the reception on 021 938 4911 who will route your call to ECM User Support. We feel confident that the implementation of the ECM system will increase our efficiency and effectiveness to improve our service delivery and patient care and as such I ask you to all embrace this new way of working. Dr Revere Thomson

Tygerberg Hospital- Onder Ons Newsletter June 2013

ECM Quick Guide

To get assistance please log a call: By emailing wcg-ecm-servicedesk@datacentrix.co.za or

Call the switchboard on 021 938 4911 who will route your call

To Access OpenText ECM simply click on the ECM Icon on your desktop

Or open Internet Explorer and type in the web address: http://tbhecm.pgwc.gov.za

The FIRST time you log into ECM: If you are a Tygerberg Hospital Employee, your Username will be your PERSAL Number and Your Password will be your ID Number If you are a Stellenbosch University Employee, your Username will be your University Number and your password will be “opentext1” Once you have logged in the first time, you will be asked to change your password. Choose something you will remember, but please ensure it is 8 characters long and contains a combination of letters and numbers. If you do not know your username and /or password, click on “Log A Call” to request assistance or call the switchboard who will route your call to the service desk

Enter your User Name and Password then click “Log-in”

To Find a Patient File simply click into the box “Find a Patient File”, type in the patient’s Clinicom Number then click on “Search”

On the Search Results page look for the patient folder marked with a yellow folder icon then click on the underlined folder name to open the folder Please Turn Over

Pictured on the right: Dr Revere Thomson, Manager: Medical Services handed a gift to Ms Bernice Lewis who was the first

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Cancer Treatment at Tygerberg Hospital received a double boost with the dual opening of the Big Bore CT Scanner and the Cancer Research and Training Centre

Big Bore CT Scanner

Western Cape Minister of Health, Mr Theuns Botha, officially opened the Big Bore CT Scanner and the Cancer Research and Training Centre at Tygerberg Hospital on 24 May 2013.

The Big Bore CT Scanner offers oncology patients who benefit from the scanner far more accurate planning of treatment in fraction of the time that was previously required. It also has the largest available tunnel to accommodate the patient to be scanned in the exact treatment position.

Research and Training Centre

Western Cape Government and Stellenbosch University jointly funded the upgrading of the ‘teaching block’ that was part of the initial building of Gene Louw Building since 1986.

The newly upgraded centre has:

• a comfortable and modern area for registrar education

• a dedicated computer room for research

• a rest area for visiting lecturers

• high-quality conference facilities.

Above: From left to right- Minister Theuns Botha, Prof. Nico Gey van Pitius, Dr Matodzi Mukosi, Dr Paul Ciapparelli, Dr Magda Heunis, Prof Branislav Jeremic

Above: Ms Karen Wiehahn, Chief Radiographer explaining to Minister Theuns Botha how the Big Bore CT Scanner works

My name is Mpfareleni (Rejoyce) Gavhi. I was a patient at Tygerberg Hospital from September 2009 to February 2010.

For many years I suspected something was wrong in my abdomen since I suffered severe Right Iliac Fossa (RIF) pain and cramps along with constipation and sometimes diarrhoea; but I did not know the cause of the problem. After several years of consulting doctors, undergoing an abdominal ultrasound and a Pap smear, in June 2009 a radiologist at Polokwane Mediclinic conducted a barium small bowel meal which determined that I had a circumferential terminal ileum mass (50 cm) in my bowel. Further tests were required to determine if this mass was malignant.

In July 2009, at age 25, I received a barium enema, a colonoscopy and major emergency abdominal surgery (right hemicolectomy) at Paarl Hospital; which revealed a Stage III colon cancer diagnosis. While I was not all that surprised by the diagnosis, I started to get scared when I learned more about colon cancer through literature research. I discovered that colon cancer is very rare in young people. However, I also learned that, if found early, cancer can often be cured with surgery and chemotherapy. This was a great relief to me and gave me hope for my future recovery.

When one of the doctors at Paarl Hospital told me that I would be receiving further cancer treatment at Tygerberg Hospital’s oncology department (X block), where world-class cancer care is provided to patients, I believed that my colon cancer would be cured. On September 2009, I started chemotherapy treatment at Tygerberg Hospital where I received adjuvant therapy of 5‐Fluouracil/Leucovorin for six cycles which I completed in February 2010. As expected, these gruelling sessions extracted a large toll from me, both physically and mentally, but with the help and support from hospital staff I survived.

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the following people:

• The staff at Tygerberg Hospital and X block, for all the kind words, support, care, love, compas-sion, patience and for allowing me to bring my books to chemo sessions. I have achieved a PhD in Mathematics because of your support.

• The volunteers, for giving their time, emotional support, prayers and resources.

• Special thanks go to Dr Hannali Vermeulen and Dr John Sauer for encouraging and supporting me even after I am cured.

After surviving cancer for four years, my message to all cancer patients is that colon cancer is not necessarily a death sentence and I haven’t allowed it to define my life. I am currently furthering my education at the University of Alberta in Canada, where I am committed to helping others beat this disease by volunteering with the local hospitals. I encourage patients to never give up but rather have faith that God, through their doctors, is able to heal them.

A Bible verse that has been very comforting and encouraging to me is: ‘My grace is sufficient for you. II Corinthians 12:9 (NIV).’

I trust that my experience will serve as encouragement to all of you to continue assisting your patients to remain positive throughout their cancer recovery process.

Yours faithfully,

Dr Mpfareleni Rejoyce Gavhi,

Postdoctoral Fellow in Mathematics, University of Alberta,

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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DONATIONS Coca Cola Dis-Chem Foundation

RCA TFG

Above: On 19 April 2013, the staff of the Administration and Finance Department of Peninsula Beverages brought some joy to the patients at the G6 Paediatric Ward when they visited.

Above: On Thursday 11 April 2013, Tygerberg Hospital received a gen-erous donation of hygiene products to the value of R40 000 from the Dis-Chem Foundation to improve quality of care. Dr Ciapparelli (middle) received the donation on behalf of the hospital

Above: Mr Claudio Daniels (Senior Collections Manager) and Ms Eleanor Hilario (Admin-istrator) of the Foschini Group (TFG) with the assistance of colleagues donated a box of hygiene products to the Tygerberg Children’s Hospital.

Bo: Die firma Respiratory Care Africa (RCA) het ‘n ventilator aan die hospitaal geskenk. By die offisiele oorhandiging Van links na regs-Marietjie Rossouw, Jo-Anne Goodill (RCA), Jo-Ann Reitz (RCA), Dr R Thomson, Cassie Carstens

INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAYOn 14 May 2013, Tygerberg Hospital celebrated International Nurses Day in the R4 Lecture Hall where the nursing staff were treated with hand massages, goody bags, music and various spot prices.

Pictured Above: In recognition of the longest serving nurse, Ms Beanca Brown hands a bunch of flowers to Ms Martha Maria Conradie for faithful and committed service to Tygerberg Hospital’s patients for the past 44 years.

Pictured Above: From right to left- Mrs Rachel Basson (Head of the Nursing Department) awards an overwhelmed Mrs Daniena Irrera from the Stomatherapy Clinic with the Florence Nightingale Award sponsored by Bio-Oil.

Pictured Above: Congratulations to our Session 2 Lucky Draw winners from left to right: Mr Dewald Liebenberg (winner), Ms Beanca Brown (Metropolitan), Ms Tamrin Robertson (Liberty), Ms E Carolus (winner), Ms Nosisa Hlazo (winner), Mr Cobie Beukes (Capitec) and Mr Shudley Raubenheimer in the background (MC). The prizes were sponsored by Capitec, Liberty and Metropolitan.

Pictured Above: Our 1 st Session Lucky Draw winners from left to right:Mr Cobie Beukes (Capitec), Ms Xoliswas Ngada (winner), Mr Shaun Lawrence (Liberty), Ms Margeret Cornelius (winner), Ms Beanca Brown (Metropolitan) and Ms Helena Loubser (winner).

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CONDOLENCES

Our hearts are saddened by the loss of the following two staff members. When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a wonderful treasure to always hold in your heart...

HAPPY RETIREMENTRetirement is a journey not a destination. Remember the past with fondness; Look to the future with eagerness; Live each moment to the

fullest.

Above: Tygerberg Hospital bid farewell to Ms Essie Esterhuizen who retired at the end of June 2013. Ms Esterhuizen says: ‘it was an hon-our and privilege to be of service to others since 1984. Tygerberg Hospital will always be close to my heart.’

Above: Ms Lena Krynauw, our Area Manager on night duty retired after 41 years of service. We applaud your dedication and commitment to Tygerberg Hospital and wish you well with your future endeavours.

OUR NEW ADOLESCENT PYSHCIATRY WARDOn 25 June, Western Cape Minister of Health, Mr Theuns Botha officially opened the Adolescent Psychiatry Ward. The new ward caters for the unique needs of Adolescent psychiatry patients and is only tertiary assessment unit in the Western Cape for adolescents with psychiatric disorders

INTERNATIONAL MIDWIFERY DAYOn 6 May 2013, the Head of Nursing, Mrs Rachel Basson, with her deputy and assistant nursing managers celebrated International Midwifery Day with the staff of the Gynaecology and Obstetrics Department. Although the theme for the year is “Closing the gap”, the quote ‘Midwifery is Driven by Passion’ is the driving force behind the Gynaecology and Obstetrics Department.

Bo: Dr. Pieter le Roux Die Departement Anestesiologie en Kritieke Sorg neem met hartseer afskeid van ’n gewaardeerde senior kollega en vriend wat op Woensdag 27 Maart 2013 oorlede is. Dr. Le Roux is op 10 Maart 1967 in Kaapstad gebore.

Above: Dr Louis HeynsDr Heyns was a much-loved colleague and will be very sorely missed by all who knew and worked with him in Paediatric Intensive Care Unit. 14/07/53-30/05/13

Above: At the Ribbon cutting, from left to right- Professional Nurse Cyster, Dr Sue Hawkridge, Dr Anusha Lachman, Dr Beth Engelbrecht, Minister Theuns Botha, Dr Paul Ciapparelli

Above: In one of the new bed-rooms, from left to right- Dr Anusha Lachman, answering some of Minister Theuns Botha’s questions

Far Left: From left to right: Mr Robert De Bruyn, Ms Jasmine Bowman, Ms K Kruger, Mrs Rachel Basson, Mr Raymond Visagie, Ms J Michaels, Ms Sophia Kleinsmidt, Ms Andrea Jacobs, Mr Shudley Raubenheimer,Ms Sylvia Henry

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SNIPPETS

FAREWELL

Above: Ms Lynne Bindeman, who was a Typist, has retired after 39 years of dedicated service. We wish her well with her future endeavours.

Above: Congratulations to Ms Fatima Peters who was appointed in the position of Comprehensive Health Programmes Manager at the Klipfontein/Mitchells Plain Substructure since 1 March 2013. She started at Tygerberg Hospital in 2003 as the Head of the Occupational Therapy Department.

Above: The Nuclear Medicine Radiographers donning a new range of uniform. Besides the uniformity, their intention is also to improve their professional appearance for their patients.

Above: Patient Develine Bosman with her newborn baby received a gift from Mr Joseph Valentine (Hospital Board member) and Ms Marilyn Resandt (Social Work Depart-ment) in celebration of Mother’s Day.

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Bo: Baie geluk aan Prof. E.M. Irusen wat vir die tydperk 1 April 2013 tot 31 Maart 2018 as die Hoof van die Afdeling Pulmonologie aangestel is.

Above: Prof Jonathan Carr, who received the Dr Rana International Parkinson’s Community Service Award.

ON A LIGHTER NOTE

Dear God ... (You gotta love kids)

I went to this wedding and they kissed right in church. Is that ok? Neil

Thank You for the baby brother but what I prayed for was a puppy. Joyce

I bet it’s very hard for you to love all in the whole world. There are only 4 people in our family and i can never do it. Nan

I would like to live 900 years like the guy in the bible. Chris

If you give me a genie lamp like Alladin, I will give you anything you want except my money or my chess set. Raphael

We read Thomas Edison made light but in Sunday School they said you did it. So I bet he stole your idea. Donna

Maybe Cain and Abel would not kill each other so much if they had their own rooms. It works with my brother. Larry