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BACK IN THE GAMEHelping kids avoid
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YOUR FIRST 5KReach the finish
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cards, and recognition programs for departments that achieve the highest patient satisfaction ratings.
“I’m there to be the outsider,” said Weiers. “Often during discussions there are assumptions and language that are understood by medical professionals, but not patients. It’s my job to say, ‘Wait a minute, what does that mean?’ and to ask the questions that patients want answered.” Weiers enjoys the monthly meetings and feels she can make a big difference in a minimal amount of time.
Richard Stoks of Shakopee has been a member of the Falls prevention team for several months. “Before I was asked to serve, I had no idea that teams like this were working hard to prevent patient falls and solve other problems,” he said. “St. Francis has a very good record, but we expect to show improvement on falls reduction. Team members build on each other’s ideas. When I bring up a point, it’s discussed and definitely not overlooked,” Stoks said.
We hope you enjoy the new
look and feel of our community
health magazine. It’s our goal to
bring you health content that’s
engaging and on target — the
information and resources you
need to keep yourself and your
family healthy. In every issue,
you’ll learn how we are working
to serve the health care needs of
people in our communities.
You’ll also find helpful tips to
empower you to live your
healthiest life. (For instance, turn
to Page 13 to discover how you
can run your first
5K by fall.)
At St. Francis Regional
Medical Center, we believe that
people’s most valuable asset is
their good health. St. Francis is
a partner with Essentia
Community Hospitals and
Clinics, Allina Hospitals &
Clinics and Park Nicollet
Health Services. Because of
these partnerships, we are able
to offer a full range of primary
and specialty care services,
including technically advanced
inpatient and outpatient care,
24-hour emergency care,
medical transportation,
pharmacy, and home and
community services. Whatever
your age or stage, we’re there
for you.
Welcome to the new Partners in Health!
At St. Francis Regional Medical Center, your care is planned and provided by teams of highly trained doctors, nurses, technicians, skilled administrators — and perhaps your neighbor.
Yes, your neighbor. “We know that lis-tening to our patients helps us provide a better experience,” said Nancy Wolf,
RN, director of quality and safety at St. Francis. “We have the medical knowledge and experience, but we look for ways to involve patients in their care and to understand their point of view.” St. Francis is now adding a volunteer community member — perhaps you or your neighbor — to bring patient input into the quality improvement teams that are charged with constantly looking for ways to improve care.
PLANNING TEAMS HEAR PATIENT POINT-OF-vIEW“Because hospital employees work together on medical care every day, we have a point-of-view, procedures and a language that make sense to us, but might be irritating or confusing to patients,” said Wolf. “having patient input as we plan our care improvement helps us prevent that.”
So far, two area residents are serving on hospital teams. Anne Weiers of New prague has been on the patient Satisfaction team for about a year. It monitors patient satisfaction measurements, looks at trends and compares St. Francis to other hospitals. Each hospital department has goals that are reviewed at each meeting. The team has developed gift programs for patients, patient comment and suggestion
Happy — and healthy — reading!
Partnering with patients care at St. Francis
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MAKING ST. FRANCIS A SAFER PLACEMedical team members appreciate the input from community members like Stoks. “Dick is a valuable addition to the Falls prevention team,” said Kathryn Mason, RN, BSN, patient care supervisor at St. Francis. “his insight into our falls data has helped us understand our challenges and opportunities for making St. Francis a safer place for all patients.”
St. Francis is seeking patient input on more teams, and Wolf encourages area residents to consider volunteering. Volunteers should have been a patient at St. Francis or be familiar with a family member’s experience at St. Francis. The job requires a willingness to ask questions, share experiences and opinions, and attend a monthly meeting. participation is completely confidential, and no medical background is
required or desired. The following teams are seeking community members:• The healing Environment and Integrative Therapies team will focus on projects like hospital waiting areas and healing gardens, as well as integrated therapies like guided imagery. • The Construction team comments on the design, traffic flow, overall feeling and user-friendliness of planned spaces.• The Advanced Care planning team tries to improve the flow of care resources for patients with chronic illnesses and those who require home care, hospice and palliative care.• The Readmission Reduction team is charged with improving care to reduce readmission rates for patients with heart failure and pneumonia, who tend to return to the hospital.
From left: Edwin Bogonko, MD of St. Francis; Anne Weiers of New Prague; and Kathryn Mason, RN, BSN, patient care supervisor at St. Francis. Weiers is a member of the Patient Satisfaction team at St. Francis, which works to improve patient care and satisfaction.
Community participation on these
teams is only one of many ways
St. Francis partners with patients.
Patients and their families are
encouraged to ask questions and
check and challenge their
caregivers while they are in the
hospital. The SPEAK UP program,
introduced several years ago,
encourages patients to speak up if
they have questions or concerns
about medicines, procedures or
their health condition. Family
members and friends are
encouraged to advocate for and
support the patient.
CALLING A RAPID RESPONSE TEAM FOR HELPFamily members at St. Francis can
also call a Rapid Response team to
a patient’s room if they feel the
patient’s condition is rapidly
deteriorating. Research shows that
these teams, which include a
nurse, critical care nurse and
respiratory therapist, save lives.
“We encourage the use of Rapid
Response teams because we can
respond even more quickly,” said
Nancy Wolf, RN, director of quality
and safety at St. Francis. The team
can be summoned with a phone
call if the patient is experiencing
warning signs like:
• pounding or racing heart
• feeling faint or light-headed
• difficulty breathing
• change in alertness
• change in ability to speak.
8For more information about
volunteering on care improvement
teams, please call Nancy Wolf at
952-428-2261.
Patients and families invited to SPEAK UP
improves
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The new Savage Medical Building will open this summer and feature the latest in digital health care technology.
FULL RANGE OF SERvICES OFFEREDThe two-story, 33,778-square-foot building will be the new home to the Quello Clinic in Savage. Quello Clinic will continue to offer a full range of care and services including adult and geriatric medicine, pediatric care, wellness exams and acute care. The medical center will also offer a full range of advanced imaging services and physical therapy provided by St. Francis. Imaging services will include the latest in digital health care technology: computed tomography (CT), open bore magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), diagnostic mammography, 3-D/4-D ultrasound, bone density and general X-ray. St. Francis Rehabilitative Services will offer adult and pediatric
physical therapy, sports medicine, occupational therapy and speech language pathology. Capable Kids, St. Francis’ pediatric therapy, will open a new clinic to meet the needs of area pediatric patients and families. The medical center will
also be home to a new Twin Cities Orthopedics clinic.Savage’s first comprehensive health care center will offer
high-quality care in an outpatient setting that is easily accessible to consumers in the south metro region.
The Davis Group is the developer, owner and leasing broker for the project.
T his summer, a new state-of-the-art medical office build-ing will open in Savage, Minn., featuring St. Francis Regional Medical Center and Quello Clinic, both of
which are owned by Allina hospitals & Clinics, and a Twin Cities Orthopedics clinic.
The Savage Medical Building is located on the corner of county roads 42 and 27 next to Cal’s Market and Garden Center. To serve the needs of patients in the south metro suburbs, this new facility will offer cutting-edge primary and specialty care in a warm and inviting environment.
With a growing population and an abundance of young families, people in Savage and surrounding communities
have been wondering when a medical facility of this caliber would arrive. “It’s something we’ve been waiting for for a long time,” said Savage Mayor Janet Williams. “The city’s increasing number of young families (55 percent of Savage households include school-age children) helps create a need for such a facility,” Williams said.
Savage Medical Building Opening Summer 2011
“The city’s increasing number of young families helps create a need for such a facility.” — Mayor Janet Williams
w Community grand opening celebration: August 2011
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Now is the time to get a healthy heart Scan! Most people who die from a heart attack had no previous symp-
toms. Knowing the physical condition of the arteries in your heart could save your life. A quick and easy procedure, St. Francis’ healthy heart Scan provides pictures of your heart’s arteries. With this noninvasive, high-speed CT technology, you could be breathing easier about your heart health!
The cardiac 128 CT scan provides 3-D
The St. Francis Specialty Clinic in
Chaska is now in the Two Twelve
Medical Center, located on the
northeast corner of highways 212
and 41 in Chaska. Allina Medical
Clinic — Crossroads Chaska is now
located there, too, and has
expanded the services that were
offered in the Health Services
Specialty Clinic building.
St. Francis leases space
directly from Allina Medical Clinic,
which includes a shared lobby
area and a separate check-in desk
for our patients as well as those of
our Specialty Clinic physicians. It
also includes four exam rooms
and a procedure room. In addition
to our current specialties,
mammography, bone density and
ultrasound procedures are also
offered. In keeping with their
current clinical model, Allina
Medical Clinic still has X-ray
services.
One of the frustrations visitors
had with the previous health
services building was a lack of
identifying signage. At this new
location, St. Francis has pylon
signage at the Two Twelve Medical
Center and clear directory
information.
Allina Medical Center — Cross-
roads Chaska and St. Francis
started seeing patients on Feb. 2,
2011, at the new location. Please
call 952-448-2050 to make an
appointment.
New location, same great service
images of the heart so detailed that heart disease can be detected even at the earliest stages. heart disease is the most treatable when detected in the earliest stages.
St. Francis is currently offering a healthy heart Scan at a reduced rate. If your insurance does not cover this scan, the cost is $100. Typically, the cost of the scan is reimbursable through flexible health spending accounts.
The cardiac 128 CT scan at St. Francis provides detailed 3-D images of the heart that allow doctors to catch heart disease in its early stages, when it’s most treatable.
8For more information or to
schedule your Healthy Heart Scan,
please call St. Francis Diagnostic
Services at 952-428-2151.
30SECOND HEART SCAN maY save lives
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GENERAL INFORMATION:
952-428-3000
DIAGNOSTIC SERvICES
952-428-2151
FAMILY BIRTH PLACE
952-428-2062
SAINTS HEALTHCARE
FOUNDATION: 952-428-2070
CARDIAC REHABILITATION
952-428-2080
CAPABLE KIDS PEDIATRIC
REHABILITATION CENTER
952-428-1265
ST. FRANCIS PEDIATRICS
952-428-3360
ST. FRANCIS PHYSICAL,
OCCUPATIONAL, SPORTS
MEDICINE AND SPEECH
THERAPY
Shakopee: 952-428-2001
Chaska: 952-428-1250
ST. FRANCIS SPECIALTY CARE
CLINIC AND BREAST CLINIC
Shakopee: 952-428-2600
St. Francis Specialty Care Clinic
Chaska: 952-428-1500
TTY: 1-800-682-8786 or
1-800-627-3529
ALLINA MEDICAL CLINIC
Shakopee: 952-428-3535
• Family medicine
• Internal medicine
• Nephrology
• Obstetrics/gynecology
• Podiatric medicine and
surgery
ALLINA MEDICAL CLINIC —
CROSSROADS
Dean Lakes: 952-496-6700
Chaska: 952-448-2050
Prior Lake: 952-447-1700
• Family medicine
COSMETIC, PLASTIC AND
RECONSTRUCTIvE SURGERY
Shakopee: 952-893-3000 or
952-442-3900
FAIRvIEW JONATHAN CLINIC
Chaska: 952-448-3500
• Family medicine
METROPOLITAN PEDIATRIC
SPECIALISTS, PA
Shakopee: 952-445-6700
MINNEAPOLIS HEART
INSTITUTE: 952-428-2099
ORTHOPEDIC SURGICAL
CONSULTANTS, PA
Shakopee: 952-428-3399
PARK NICOLLET CLINIC
Shakopee and Prior Lake:
952-993-7750
Allergy: 952-993-3090
Audiology: 952-993-1880
Cardiology surgery:
952-993-3246
Certified nurse midwives:
952-993-3282
Endocrinology: 952-993-3708
Family medicine: 952-993-7750
General surgery: 952-993-3180
Obstetrics/gynecology:
952-993-3282
Ophthalmology: 952-993-3150
Orthopedic surgery:
952-993-3230
Otolaryngology: 952-993-3250
Pediatrics: 952-993-7750
Physical medicine: 952-993-3800
Podiatric medicine and surgery:
952-993-3670
Pulmonology: 952-993-3242
Urology: 952-993-3190
Vascular surgery: 952-993-3180
ADvANCED DERMATOLOGY
952-915-6000
DIABETES AND NUTRITION
EDUCATION
952-428-3324
KIDNEY SPECIALISTS OF
MINNESOTA
612-823-8001
MAPS MEDICAL PAIN CLINICS
763-537-6000
METRO UROLOGY
763-383-8870
MINNEAPOLIS CHILDREN’S
HEART CLINIC
612-813-8800
MINNEAPOLIS CLINIC OF
NEUROLOGY-PEDIATRICS
763-588-0661
MINNEAPOLIS
OTOLARYNGOLOGY
952-920-4595
MINNEAPOLIS
GASTROENTEROLOGY, PA
612-870-5412
ST. FRANCIS BREAST CLINIC
952-428-2700
ST. FRANCIS SLEEP
DIAGNOSTICS CENTER
952-428-2800
SURGICAL SPECIALTIES, LTD.
952-224-9350
TWIN CITIES ORTHOPAEDICS
952-808-3000
TWIN CITIES SPINE CENTER
612-775-6200
UROLOGIC PHYSICIANS
952-920-7660
ST. FRANCIS EMERGENCY
DEPARTMENT: 952-428-2200
• Suburban Emergency
Associates
ST. FRANCIS CANCER CENTER
952-428-2031
RADIATION ONCOLOGY
952-428-2663
vALLEY FAMILY PRACTICE
Chaska: 952-448-3303
• Family medicine
IN-HOSPITAL PHYSICIANS
• Anesthesiology
• Pathology
• Radiology
PRIMARY CARE
Allina Medical Clinic
• Crossroads – Chaska,
111 Hundertmark Road
952-448-2050
• Crossroads – Dean Lakes,
4201 Dean Lakes Blvd.
952-496-6700
• Crossroads – Prior Lake, 14033
Commerce Ave. N.E.
952-447-1700
• Shakopee, 1601 St. Francis Ave.
952-428-3535
At St. Francis, we value the contributions of our physician and clinic partners, not only as providers of high-quality health
care, but also as community and organizational leaders. Recognizing the need for strong medical services in this rapidly
growing area, they have committed to meeting that growth with added resources and services. For more information about
our physicians or clinics, call the “Ask St. Francis” information line at 952-428-2000.
find your health partner
8Stay in touch Visit our website, stfrancis-shakopee.com or allina.com/clinics, or e-mail us at [email protected].
Quello Clinic
• Savage, 4102 Egan Drive
952-985-8200
• Lakeville, 17599 Kenwood Trail
952-985-8200
Park Nicollet Clinics
• Shakopee and Prior Lake
952-993-7750
• Obstetrics/gynecology
952-993-3282
Fairview Jonathan Clinic
• Chaska, 1560 White Oak Drive
952-448-3500
valley Family Practice
• Chaska, 822 Yellow Brick Road
952-448-3303
Metropolitan Pediatric
Specialists, PA
• Shakopee, 1415 St. Francis Ave.
952-445-6700
URGENT CARE
• St. Francis Regional Medical
Center Urgent Care, Shakopee
952-428-2111
Monday-Friday, 6-10 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday, 1-10 p.m.
• Quello – Lakeville, 17599
Kenwood Trail
952-985-8655
Monday-Friday, 6-10 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday, 8 a.m. to
4 p.m.
Closed all major holidays.
• Park Nicollet Clinic –
Burnsville, 14000 Fairview
Drive, 952-993-8700
• Park Nicollet Clinic –
Chanhassen, 300 Lake Drive E.,
952-993-4300
PARTNERS IN HEALTH is published as a
community service for friends and patrons of:
ST. FRANCIS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
1455 St. Francis Ave., Shakopee, MN 55379-3380
St. Francis Regional Medical Center is jointly
owned by Essentia Community Hospitals and
Clinics, Park Nicollet Health Services and Allina
Hospitals & Clinics.
David Zelinsky, Board Chairman
Michael Baumgartner, President
Mary Hestness, MD, Chief of Staff
Lori Manske, Editor
Karen Cook, Assistant Editor
Theresa Johnson, Contributor
Molly Johnson, Contributor
Alli Jagoda, Photographer
Information in PARTNERS IN HEALTH comes from
a wide range of medical experts. Models may be
used in photos and illustrations. If you have any
concerns or questions about specific content that
may affect your health, please contact your health
care provider. © 2011.
FIND A PRIMARY CARE DOCTORVisit allina.com/doctors or call 1-800-877-7878 to find a primary care doctor near
you. Patients have the right to choose their provider for primary, urgent and
emergency care. This listing may not include all medical providers in your area.
Your secure, online health connection MyChart
is an Internet tool that enables you to schedule and cancel
appointments, manage your health information, review your
test results, manage your child’s health care and more —
online, anytime! For more information or to sign up, visit
allina.com/mychart.
My Chart
EMERGENCY CARE
In case of emergency, call 911.
• St. Francis Regional Medical
Center, 1455 St. Francis Ave.,
Shakopee
952-428-3000
• Abbott Northwestern Hospital,
800 E. 28th St., Minneapolis
612-863-4000
• Park Nicollet Methodist
Hospital, 6500 Excelsior Blvd.,
St. Louis Park
952-993-5000
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Sandra Morris, MD, receives New physician Leader Award
Sandra Morris, MD, a family medicine physician with Allina Medical Clinic — Dean Lakes, was honored with the New physician Leader Award from St. Francis Regional Medical Center. This award recognizes the doctor who has made a
noteworthy leadership contribution to St. Francis in patient care or medical staff leadership. her colleagues nominated her for several reasons, but many mentioned Morris’ contributions to the family medicine program at St. Francis. Morris actively served on various committees, and her colleagues added that she is always willing to serve if asked, and is very kind and respectful to her colleagues.
Provider news and awards at St. Francis
This will be the 13th year St.
Francis has been a corporate
sponsor of Relay for Life of
Scott County. Join us on July 8
and 9, 2011, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., at
Vaughan Fields, Shakopee
Junior High School. The evening
begins with the Survivors Lap,
where survivors are invited to
circle the track together to
celebrate victories over cancer.
After dark, the Luminaria
Ceremony honors loved ones
lost to the disease as well as
those who have been touched
by cancer.
The Mad Hatters of St. Francis relay team from the 2010 event. Relay for Life celebrates cancer survivors and honors those lost to cancer.
don’t need to be from Scott County to partici-
pate in the study.
Cancer is the second most common cause
of death in the United States, killing more than
1,500 Americans a day and costing more than
$200 billion a year in medical bills and lost
productivity. While survival rates have
improved significantly, thanks to sophisticated
technology, medications and preventive care,
there’s still plenty we don’t know about the
disease. CPS-3 will help researchers better
understand the genetic, environmental and
lifestyle factors that cause or prevent cancer.
Ultimately, studies like this will help to elimi-
nate cancer as a major health concern.
You can join the movement for more birthdays
and fight back against cancer by enrolling in
a new research study called the Cancer
Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3). The American
Cancer Society (ACS) is looking for 500,000
people nationwide for the study. Scott County
is one of four counties in Minnesota selected
by the ACS to participate in CPS-3, which will
explore genetic and environmental risk factors
in cancer.
Anyone who does not have a history of
cancer (excluding basal and squamous cell skin
cancer) and is between ages 30 and 65 can
enroll at this year’s Scott County Relay for Life
event on Friday, July 8, from 6-10 p.m. You
SCOTT COUNTY CHOSEN FOR CANCER STUDY
8To find out if you’re eligible for the CPS-3 study, contact Ruby Winings at [email protected] or call 952-240-9536. You can also check out the study website at cancer.org/cps3.
Mary Hestness, MD, receives physician Touchstone Award
Mary hestness, MD, was awarded the prestigious physician Touchstone Award for the year 2010. The award is presented to a doctor who has made a tremendous impact at St. Francis through leadership and clinical excellence. She was
recognized because of her exceptional leadership as chief of staff at St. Francis and chairwoman of the Diagnostics department. physicians are nominated by the medical staff, hospital staff or physician recognition selection committee, which is comprised of previous recipients of the physician Touchstone Award.
Relay for Life
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aquatic therapy is the use of water to assist with therapeutic exercise programs. Water provides many therapeutic benefits that are not achievable on
land, including buoyancy, resistance, temperature and pres-sure. Aquatic therapy is recommended for back pain, total joint replacement and chronic pain.
Aquatic therapy at St. Francis Rehabilitative Services provides a variety of pool environments, temperatures and water depths to accommodate patients. Each patient will work one-on-one with our aquatic therapists to develop an exercise program specifically for them. No swimming skills are required for aquatic therapy.
St. Francis Rehabilitative Services has therapy pools in Shakopee, Chaska, Savage and prior Lake.
8Please call St. Francis Rehabilitative Services at
952-428-2001 to schedule an aquatic therapy
appointment at one of our convenient locations.
Need therapy? Just add water
Don’t let a sports injury take you off your
game. St. Francis Sports Medicine keeps
athletes performing at their best. Students,
professional athletes and weekend warriors
appreciate the expert sports injury care we
offer, from on-field diagnosis through
treatment and rehabilitation. Our compre-
hensive sports medicine services include:
• physical therapy and rehabilitation of
orthopedic and sports-related injuries
• rehabilitation following joint replacement
• aquatic therapy
• free injury evaluations
• athletic training services for local high
schools
• follow-up with coaches, schools, family
and physicians
• Saturday sports injury clinic.
St. Francis Sports Medicine is ready to
treat any sports injury. Our expert triage
team and our affiliation with top orthopedic
and spine surgeons at St. Francis
Orthopedic and Neuroscience Center put
the finest medical care at your service. We’re
proud of our role in the community.
Besides working with coaches and
athletic directors in the schools, we are the
area’s best resource for first aid, preventive
care, training programs, and complete
injury and rehabilitation services. From a
minor sprain to a potential season-ending
injury, we’ll help you keep your “game on!”
8Call 952-428-2001 today to schedule a
FREE sports injury screening at one of our
convenient therapy centers in Shakopee and
Chaska. Coming soon to Savage!
Aquatic therapy at St. Francis Rehabilitative Services provides a variety of pool environments, temperatures and water depths to accommodate patients.
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BONE, TENDON AND MUSCLE INJURIESOverview: Sprains, strains, fractures and other injuries can strike suddenly or develop over time. Your child’s risk may depend on his or her sport. For instance, basketball players are prone to knee ligament tears, while baseball and softball players may break bones sliding into bases.Treatment: For muscles and tendons, the best immediate treatment is RICE. That’s rest, ice, compression and elevation. See your child’s doctor or a pediatric sports medicine specialist for obvious broken bones; dislocated joints; or long-lasting, severe swelling or pain. Medications, casts and splints, and sometimes surgery may be needed.Prevention: Make sure kids use the proper protective gear for their sport. And ask your school or league officials about changing rules to keep kids safer. For instance, one recent study suggested banning body-checking in youth hockey after these checks were found to cause a threefold increase in injuries.
But some young athletes aren’t so lucky. New estimates suggest one in 10 children receives medical treatment for a sports
injury each year. here’s more about game-halting harms — how to head them off at the pass, and how St. Francis Sports Medicine can keep athletes performing at their best.
CONCUSSIONSOverview: Each year, about 500,000 kids sustain trauma brain injuries such as concussions — and about half of these concussions occur during sports. Concussions can cause long-term problems with learning and memory. Watch your child closely after a blow to the head. Red flags can appear minutes or days later. They include headache, nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and noise, and mood changes.Treatment: Treating head injuries promptly is the best way to reduce long-term effects. Recovery requires resting physically and mentally for at least a week, and often longer. Your child’s doctor will use brain testing and other measures to help decide when it’s safe to play again. A second strike before the brain has healed could be fatal.Prevention: helmets provide protection in sports like football and skiing. Choose a helmet that fits snugly but is still comfortable. It shouldn’t move around while your child is wearing it.
Keep your child athlete off the disabled list
THE ST. FRANCIS SPORTS MEDICINE TEAM
Our sports medicine team
includes certified athletic
trainers (ATCs) and physical
therapists (PTs). Neil Johnson,
MD, is the medical director for
the St. Francis Sports Medicine
Program. He is board-certified
in orthopedic surgery with a
subspecialty certificate of
added qualifications in sports
medicine. Johnson is affiliated
with Twin Cities Orthopedics
and St. Francis Orthopedic and
Neuroscience Center.
Our team works closely
with your doctor to provide
the athletic care you need to
keep your “game on!” We
provide sports rehab for
athletes of all ages and
abilities. St. Francis Sports
Medicine, the exclusive sports
medicine provider for Chaska,
Chanhassen, Jordan and
Shakopee high schools, has
certified ATCs and PTs at the
games and in the schools to
keep athletes performing at
their best. Call 952-428-2001
to learn more.
8Learn more about sports injuries by visiting stfrancis-shakopee.com. Select “sports injuries” from the health topic menu on the homepage.
Each summer, you dutifully take your young quarterback, gymnast or outfielder for a sports physical. After he or she gets the all-clear for the upcoming season, you hope not to see the doctor again until next year.
Neil Johnson, MD
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St. Francis Emergency and Urgent Care has been
recognized for having some of the highest patient
satisfaction scores and shortest wait times in the
region. Soon you’ll be able to get up-to-date wait
times before you arrive by checking our website at
stfrancis-shakopee.com. A billboard on County Road
then come back. Keep in mind that women may be more likely than men to have such symptoms as shortness of breath, nausea, and jaw or back pain.
Call 911 even if you aren’t sure it’s a heart attack. Don’t wait more than five minutes. And don’t drive yourself to the hospital — paramedics can begin treatment at your home or en route.
STOP HEART ATTACKS BEFORE THEY STARTFollow a heart-healthy lifestyle by:
if a red flashing sign suddenly appeared, pro-claiming, “You’re having a heart attack,” you’d know just what to do. You’d call 911 and take
an ambulance straight to the emergency room.But signs of a heart attack — when blood
flow is blocked to a section of the heart — are usually more subtle, and many people delay getting immediate treatment.
Those extra minutes are crucial. Fast care can prevent you from dying or becoming disabled after a heart attack. The following are common signs of a heart attack:• pain in your chest, which can stay there or move to your neck, arm, shoulder, jaw, stomach or back• tightness in your chest• shortness of breath for more than a few seconds• feeling light-headed, weak or faint• breaking out in a cold sweat• nausea and vomiting.
The pain usually lasts longer than 20 minutes. Symptoms may also go away and
Get help fasT when heart attack strikes
• Eating right. A diet rich in fruits and vegetables and low in fats and cholesterol can substantially cut heart disease risk over typical American eating habits.• Exercising. physical activity strengthens the heart muscle, helps increase oxygen levels in the blood and lowers blood pressure, among other benefits. Aim for 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity each week.• Not smoking. Quit the habit, or don’t start.• Keeping a healthy weight. Drop pounds if you’re overweight.
13 and Chowen Avenue in Savage will display the
average time you’ll wait to see a physician in the
Emergency and Urgent Care departments. Due to city
zoning regulations, the time can only be refreshed
every three hours; however, the averages do stay
fairly consistent.
Providing the emergency care you need
The average time you’ll wait to see a physician in the St. Francis Emergency Department.
Stop heart attacks before they start by eating a diet rich in fruits
and vegetables and low in fats and cholesterol.
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OPTIONS FOR HYSTERECTOMYWith continued advancements in technology, a variety of surgical options for hysterectomy exist, including vaginal; laparoscopic-assisted vaginal; abdominal; laparoscopic supracervical; and total laparoscopic hysterectomy. Although there are several options for rapid recovery, it’s important to understand that the least invasive may not be the best choice for you.
“Every patient is different in terms of how they recover and what type of specific surgery they require,” said David Druckman, MD, obstetrician/gynecologist at park Nicollet Clinic and clinical director of Women’s health at St. Francis. “Ultimately, the procedure the patient and doctor choose should be dictated by the underlying condition being treated, as well as the patient’s medical or surgical history and their pelvic anatomy. There are many things that factor in,” Druckman said.
a ccording to the National Women’s health Network and the Centers for Disease Control and prevention,
hysterectomy is the second most frequently performed surgical procedure (after Cesarean section) for women in the United States. Approximately 600,000 hysterectomies are performed annually in the United States.
As with any life-changing operation, it’s imperative that you explore all options with your health care provider to ensure that hysterectomy is medically necessary. Typically, a hysterectomy is a required intervention in the case of several life-threatening conditions, which include:• invasive cancer of the uterus, cervix, vagina, fallopian tubes and/or ovaries• unmanageable infection• unmanageable bleeding• serious complications during childbirth, such as a rupture of the uterus.
Hysterectomy: What you need to know
This summer, do your grocery shopping outside. Roam your local farmers market for foods like fresh fruits and vegetables, which help prevent disease. Many markets sell organic foods, which are grown without the use of most conventional pesticides. And because market foods are seasonal, they’re often cheaper. You can find a farmers market near you — and
A highly trained gynecologist performs the surgery; all seven OB/GYNs at St. Francis offer the full range of hysterectomy options. They may also work with subspecialists to address more complicated situations, particularly those involving cancer. hysterectomy may also be combined with reconstructive procedures to treat urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, cancer and other conditions.
There are many conditions, such as abnormal bleeding, that can be managed without a hysterectomy. “Endometrial ablation has become a popular option to treat excessive bleeding without having to perform a hysterectomy, for instance,” said Druckman. Be sure to talk with your doctor if you are experiencing symptoms or have been diagnosed with any of the above conditions, as well as endometriosis, uterine prolapse or precancerous cells.
“No matter what option you choose,” Druckman added, “the goal is always to provide a safe procedure with minimal hospital stay and a quick recovery. Always talk with your doctor before deciding what procedure you want.”
support your local growers — at localharvest.org or minnesotagrown.com.
To get the most from your market, follow these tips:• Go early, when the selection is best.• Bring enough bags to keep raw and cooked foods separate, for safety’s sake.• Branch out! Try a new fruit or veggie
’Tis the season for farmers markets
“Endometrial ablation has become a popular option to treat excessive bleeding without having to perform a hysterectomy.”— David Druckman, MD
segments until you’re jogging for a full 20 to 30 minutes.
Take care not to increase your time or mileage by more than 10 percent per week. Running too much, too soon increases your injury risk. You can vary your distance and pace during the week to keep things interesting. Just make sure you balance longer or harder runs with shorter, easier sessions.
Doing 20 to 30 minutes of other aerobic activities on the days you’re not running can help you build endurance. Leave at least one or two rest days per week so your body has time to recover.
A HEALTHY ACTIvITY FOR THE WHOLE FAMILYThere’s no need to train solo; running can be a family affair. More than 12 million children and teens nationwide are already involved with the sport.
Because it requires little equipment and can be adapted to all skill levels, running is the ideal physical activity for you to share
with your little athletes. Like grown-ups, they should start slowly and increase gradually. With proper preparation, those ages 5 and older may be able to join you for jogs of a mile or less. Children ages 8 to 12 may be ready for a more formal training program.
RACE-DAY RULESBefore the big day arrives, run or drive along the course so you’re familiar with its
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GEAR UP RIGHTRunning is a relatively inexpensive sport. To train comfortably and safely, you’ll just need the following:• proper shoes. Go to a specialty running store for help picking the best pair for your feet. They should fit comfortably, leaving a half-inch to an inch between your longest toe and the end of the shoe.• Socks that wick moisture. Unlike cotton socks, these keep your feet dry and reduce friction, protecting you from blisters.• A good running surface. A route that’s clear, smooth, even and relatively soft will keep you striding injury-free. A rubber track or dirt path is best.
TRAIN SMARTNow that you’ve got your gear, it’s time to plan your training program. Search for one online that comes from a reliable source, starts slowly and builds over time. For example, walkers might start by jogging for two minutes and then walking five minutes, for a total of about 20 minutes. Repeat this routine three to four times a week. Gradually increase your running
Whether you’re a daily jogger, weekend warrior or have never run a step, fitness goals can motivate you to keep moving. A 5K run — that’s 3.1 miles — may sound daunting. But with the right preparation, you can conquer this course in five to 10 weeks of training. Here’s how to cross the finish line by fall.
Cross the finish line by fall: Running your first 5K
twists and turns. Try these other tips to have your best race-day experience:• Eat a light carbohydrate snack an hour and a half before your run. Drink plenty of water before and during the race.• Don’t go faster than your training pace. At your first race, your main goal is to cross the finish line.• Keep moving after you reach the finish line. Walking through the corral prevents a backup of people.
Completing a race can be a great personal achievement or one that’s shared with your family. And because part of your entry fee usually goes to charity, you’re also contributing to your community while spending time with others who are striving to meet new goals.
8READY, SET, GO! For running safety tips and more
about starting a new fitness routine, visit stfrancis-shakopee.com’s Fitness and Exercise section.
that you haven’t had before. Select colorful produce; it’s often the healthiest.
If you have little ones, let them choose.• Buy fresh-cut produce, such as melon slices, only if it’s in a cooler or on ice to lower the risk for food poisoning.• Take foods home right away so they don’t spoil.
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The choices we make all day affect our physical and mental well-being. That’s the message
power by the hour creator Susan Nygaard, RN, manager of Community programs, Allina hospitals & Clinics, wants kids to learn from this six-week wellness program.
Sponsored by St. Francis through Allina and in partnership with regional schools and community groups, the power by the hour curriculum offers nutrition and exercise fundamentals to children grades kindergarten to six. “Our goal is to help families make healthier choices and prevent childhood obesity, which is at epidemic levels,” Nygaard said.
Real-world nutrition examples engage children. For instance, putting 20 teaspoons of sugar in a 20-ounce soda bottle shows how much sugar soft drinks contain. Nygaard said, “Kids learn how to read nutrition labels and take information home with them so parents learn, too.”
Fitness games and weekly giveaways like hacky sacks help kids
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get moving. Older children wear pedometers to see how long it takes them to “walk” to Disney World for added math and geography practice.
Want to follow along? Take power by the hour’s Fruit and Vegetable Challenge. Eat one new fruit or vegetable each week for six weeks.
8For more about Power by the Hour, go to the childhood obesity prevention section of allina.com/community.
Power by the Hour
Check for Power by the Hour in the St. Francis area by calling Tamara Severtson, community benefit coordinator, at 952-428-2551.
Childbirth PreparationChoice of a four-week series or the Weekend Expressplan to attend classes during the last three months of pregnancy.
All About BabiesMeets every monthDesigned for new parents to learn how to care for their infant.
Hypnosis for ChildbirthMeets Tuesday nights for five weeks Learn how the mind and body are connected and work together to help you give birth in comfort and awareness. plan to complete the class during your second or early third trimester of pregnancy.
vaginal Birth After CesareanMeets quarterlyDesigned for women who have had a previous Cesarean birth and are considering vaginal birth.
Infant and Child CPRMeets every four to six weeksDoes not qualify you for CpR certification.
Car Seat SafetyMeets once a monthThis class helps the expectant or new parent learn about car seat safety. U-Care and eligible Medica members covered. Scholarships and seats available for those in need of assistance.
CLASSES AND EvENTSTo register for prenatal classes, go to allina.com or call 1-866-904-9962. Dates and times subject to change.
New Parent ConnectionMeets the first Wednesday of every month This class, cosponsored by ECFE, is designed for children up to age 4 months. Call 952-496-5033.
Breastfeeding Support GroupFollows “New parent Connection.”Call 952-428-2064 to register.
Small Talk and Baby Sign LanguageThis is a sign language class for babies who can hear. This class will help you and your baby or toddler understand each other and decrease frustration.
New Brother/New SisterMeets every four to six weeksA one-night class to help children ages 2 to 8 years prepare for the birth of a sibling. All participants should bring a doll or stuffed animal.
Breastfeeding PreparationMeets once a monthOne-night class offering helpful hints to prepare for breastfeeding.
Coping with LaborThis class is designed to help you become an active participant in your own labor.
Infant MassageFor infants ages 3 weeks to 1 year. To register, call 952-496-5033.
Prenatal YogaSix weekly classesFitness, fun and togetherness for Mom and baby.
TourFor parents and families who plan to give birth at St. Francis. Tour includes birth rooms and labor areas, postpartum rooms, and nursery.
Emergency Medicine Services Education/CPRFor details and to register, call 612-262-5040.
Joint Care FREE Designed for people who are scheduled for total knee or hip replacement surgery. To register, call 952-428-3565.
SUPPORT GROUPSLow visionMeets the second Thursday of every month, 10-11:30 a.m.Get information and friendship with others dealing with vision loss. Call 952-428-2002.
HeartMeets the first Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m.For people who have been diagnosed with heart disease. Call 952-428-2080.
please visit stfrancis-shakopee.com for more about these and other classes.
Smoking CessationIf you’re ready to stop smoking, call 1-888-354-PLaN (7526).
Women’s ConnectionMeets the fourth Monday of every month, 6:30 p.m.Support for women with cancer. Call 952-428-2700. The ACS’s Look Good … Feel Better representatives are at each meeting. Call 1-800-aCs-2345 (227-2345) to sign up.
Infant LossMeets the first Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m.Get help for dealing with the pain of losing an infant through miscarriage or stillbirth. Call 952-428-2002.
DiabetesMeets the first Monday of every month, 7 p.m.Call 952-428-3324.
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