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Corporate Wellness & Healthcare
Whether you've hailed the recent health care reforms as an innovation that protects millions of people who would other-wise be uninsured or you've bemoaned the added cost burden to businesses, health care costs seem to be at the center of most business dialogues these days. One of the common phrases bandied about is "corporate wellness," or the initia-tive of companies to foster better lifestyle and healthcare choices in their employees in hopes of cutting down on the price of covering ill or unhealthy employees. But is corporate wellness an effective initiative or merely a panacea?
The Rising Cost of Healthcare
The cost of treating illnesses and keeping healthy has steadily climbed over the decades and now far outstrips the rise in income and inflationary adjustments for most people. Small businesses and international corporations alike have suffered from the spiraling cost of health care coverage, but in recent years businesses have come to realize that preventative care can have a dramatic impact on healthcare costs. While there may be an initial increase in the up-front costs of these programs, the savings in the long run can be impressive.
The Advantages Of Preventative Care & Health Initiatives
According to a recent Gallup poll, employers who contribute to the well-being and health of their employees can see a reduction in medical costs and an increase in the employ-ees' overall performance by as much as 22%. These individuals tend to have lower inci-dences of a variety of common, chronic health problems, including high cholesterol, hy-pertension, diabetes, obesity, heart attacks, and even depression. These same people tend to have healthier diets, more regular exercise routines and are more likely to partic-ipate in employer-provided wellness programs. All of this contributes to their well-being and sense of satisfaction, creating a cycle that benefits everyone.
Successfully Implementing Corporate Well-
ness Programs
Corporate Wellness programs vary widely in their parameters, with the most basic level of services usually including a health care concierge through the com-pany's health insurance provider, access to online medical and health resources and covered well-care visits to physicians and other health care providers.
For more in-depth programs, expect to find an impressive array of wellness op-portunities such as online or on-site diet and exercise programs, reimbursement of expenses for health clubs or gyms and incentive programs to encourage smoking cessation, weight loss and other lifestyle changes that can contribute to better health. Targeting particular lifestyle changes is more effective than offering non-specific encouragement.
At the highest levels, corporate wellness programs may also encompass provid-ing a healthier, safer working environment, providing on-site gym facilities or overhauling employee cafeteria menus to offer leaner, healthier meals on the job. The final step may be to offer incentives to employees so that they will ac-tively participate in these plans in order for companies to realize the maximum advantages of corporate wellness. The results of a successful wellness initiative include improved employee productivity, less money spent on health care ex-penses and reduced sick days, all of which contribute to a healthier, happier, more reliable work force.
IN THIS ISSUE:
Corporate Wellness &
Healthcare
Survey Says…
Mary Evans Wound Care &
Hyperbaric Center
AIR PT & Fitness Offers Well-
ness Programs
Challenges—Options in Aging
Happy Workers/Happy Manag-
ers
LIFE Lawrence County Helps
Caregivers
Did You Know?
EC Hospital Laboratory & Di-
agnostics
Meet Our New Members
Volume 2, Issue 6 June 2014
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Special Health & Wellness Issue!
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Survey Says….*
Are there really advantages to offering a corporate wellness program to your employees? Statistics back
up the claims of Corporate Wellness providers:
Employees who improve their health by taking advantage of at least one corporate wellness program have 46% fewer unhealthy days than their counterparts who don't use the programs
These same employees are 39% less likely to be diagnosed with a new disease
They are also 43% less likely to be diagnosed with depression or an anxiety disorder
Nearly 70% of health care costs paid for by businesses or health insurance are due to preventable condi-tions.
Fitness programs implemented in the workplace can result in a reduction in health care costs of 26%
Organizations involved in health and wellbeing programs report a 50% reduction in injury rates and claims
Healthy workers are almost three times more productive than unhealthy workers, with the healthiest employ-ees working approximately 143 effective hours per month compared to 49 effective hours per month by the least healthy.
* Sources: Gallup Business Journal, FactsFitness.com, HealthWords and Mercola
Mary Evans Wound Care & Hyperbaric Center Offers
Specialized Wound Care Treatment for Area Residents
On December 30, 2013 the Ellwood City Hospital opened the doors of the Mary Evans Wound Care and Hyperbar-
ic Center, offering specialized treatment options for patients who suffer from chronic, non-healing wounds. Susan
DeMeio, Program Director, explains, “The hospital administration did their research and discovered that Ellwood
City and the surrounding area had a need for wound care services; there wasn’t a hospital in the area that offered
hyperbaric treatment without having to travel a distance. When you’ve been suffering from a chronic wound, you
don’t want to have to make that trip several times a week. The hospital filled the need by providing a state-of-the-
art facility in partnership with Healogics, a leader in wound care medicine and technology.”
The Mary Evans Wound Care & Hyperbaric Center provides treatment for chronic, non-healing wounds and hyper-
baric oxygen therapy as an adjunctive treatment for approved injuries. The wound care center offers patients ac-
cess to the best possible wound care protocols without having to travel a distance, minimizing their discomfort and
reducing their inconvenience.
Healogics Leads the Way
Healogics, the company that the Ellwood City Hospital has partnered with, is the top wound care management
company in the United States. The Mary Evans center now offers a physician-driven, multi-disciplinary approach to
outpatient wound care that results in superior healing success rates. Their track record for successful healing of
chronic wounds is unmatched, particularly in patients who suffer from chronic wounds due to conditions such as
diabetes that can have an impact on their ability to heal quickly.
Continued on page 3
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Mary Evans Wound Care, continued from page 2
The Dangers of Chronic Wounds
In an aging population, chronic wound complications are becoming more common. In the U.S., over 2 million
people will suffer from ulcers or other chronic wounds at some point. Complications often arise out of pre-
existing conditions such as diabetes, obesity and other illnesses. In patients with diabetes, the possibility of an
amputation is ten times higher due to the body’s inability to heal properly on its own. Last year alone, over
700,000 diabetics underwent some sort of amputation. The Ellwood City Hospital’s Mary Evans Wound Care &
Hyperbaric Center can now provide treatment options that minimize the risk of amputation and provide a swift-
er, safer healing process.
Patients who have undergone radiation treatment for various
forms of cancer can also suffer from chronic wounds, sometimes
years after their radiation therapy has stopped. It’s an unpleasant
aftermath to a devastating disease that can cause significant pain
and worry. Fortunately, these types of wounds typically respond
extremely well to the 100% oxygen environment found in hyper-
baric treatment chambers.
Trained Wound Care Specialists
The Mary Evans Wound Care & Hyperbaric Center is staffed by
medical doctors and nurses who are specifically trained in ad-
vanced wound care techniques and the use of hyperbaric oxygen
therapy, which accelerates the healing process. For patients who
suffer from chronic or non-healing wounds, Ellwood Hospital can
be the answer to their prayers. Every treatment is carefully monitored so that each patient received personal-
ized, compassionate care.
A Success Story at Ellwood City Hospital
Director DeMeio notes, “Every one of our patients receives spe-
cialized, attentive care that focuses on speeding the healing pro-
cess. Sometimes a patient comes to us after months or even
years of treatments elsewhere that simply didn’t work. One pa-
tient came to us after being treated at another wound care center
for over two years. After just eight weeks of wound treatment and
hyperbaric oxygen services, his wounds were 87% healed. It was
such a relief for him and so gratifying for our medical team.
There’s nothing like the satisfaction of knowing you’ve made a
real difference in someone’s life. At the wound care center, we
get to see those results every day.”
Patients who have chronic or non-healing wounds can contact the Mary Evans Wound Care & Hyperbaric Cen-
ter at 724-752-6926. There is no need for a referral.
One of the Two Hyperbaric Chambers at the Wound Care Center
Photo courtesy of Morabito Photography
Www.treasturedmemoriesonline.com
“I used to have to go to Jameson Hospi-tal, but now that we have our own Wound Care Center at Ellwood City Hospital, it will be my clinic of choice. Everyone there, including Dr. Gardner, Chris Frisk, Mary & Barb, were so very kind, gentle and observant. They are so vigilant about cleanliness and germs. I was very pleased with my treatment there and will be going back. Pass the good word!”
- Kathy Blank, Chamber Member and Wound Care Center Patient
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AIR Physical Therapy and Fitness Offers Physical Therapy and
Wellness to Community and Corporations
AIR Physical Therapy and Fitness was founded in 2002 by Dan and Lara Zelch. Their goal was to establish a
Physical Therapy clinic that offered not only professional treatment, but compassionate treatment as well. Today,
they strive to move beyond simply treating the acute injury toward a more comprehensive approach to care.
While they still provide full service physical therapy for a multitude of diagnosis, ailments and pain, they also fo-
cus on treating the underlying cause so that patients are less likely to become re-injured. In addition, the facility
provides over 7500 square feet of free weights, paramount fitness machines, treadmills, ellipticals, stationary bi-
cycles, and group fitness classes which provide the community with an opportunity to get healthy and stay
healthy.
Compassion & Professionalism
AIR Physical Therapy and Fitness has a reputation for providing compassionate care that is always professional.
The staff Physical Therapists have experience working with patients of all ages and are able to quickly put their
patients at ease. Dedicated treatment areas are provided for each patient to ensure privacy and confidentiality.
Each therapist at AIR is Direct Access certified, meaning that they are qualified to evaluate each patient’s condi-
tion, assess their physical therapy needs, and begin therapeutic treatment without having to wait for a prescrip-
tion from a physician.
Uniquely Qualified
AIR Physical Therapy and Fitness is currently the only Physical Therapy facility in Ellwood City and the surround-
ing area that has a Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist who is recognized by the American Physical
Therapy Association as having advanced clinical proficiency in orthopaedic and enhanced diagnostic skills. The
Physical Therapists at AIR also participate in continuing education in order to enhance their current abilities with
new skills and techniques.
The Fitness Side of AIR
AIR Physical Therapy and Fitness also has a complete
Fitness facility at it’s 1807 Mercer Road location com-
plete with classes for all ages. Treadmills, ellipticals,
stationary bikes and free weights are available for use
by members, who can also participate in over a dozen
group fitness classes such as Spinning, Silver and Fit
and Insanity classes. Personal Trainers are available to
help AIR Fitness members develop a customized
workout program and a Registered Dietician can provide
nutritional counseling for a complete approach to health
and wellness.
AIR Physical Therapy, continued on page 4
State of the Art Equipment Makes Fitness Easy at Air Phys-
ical Therapy & Fitness
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AIR Physical Therapy, continued from page 4
Complete Health & Wellness
Dan Zelch explains, “We don’t want to only help people after they’ve been injured. We would like Ellwood City
area residents to join AIR Physical Therapy and Fitness so that they can take care of their bodies year round.
With the proper fitness routine, our members are far less likely to sustain injuries in the future and they’ll be
healthier and better able to cope with the stresses of everyday life. We are also involved in Corporate Wellness,
which is a relatively new term, but it isn’t a new concept. Successful businesses have always known that properly
taking care of their employees is a sound business investment, but now it’s being talked about more in the wake
of healthcare and insurance changes.”
“AIR Physical Therapy and Fitness can offer business owners’ memberships for the employees and a number of
options for integrating AIR Fitness into their own corporate wellness initiatives. We’re always proudest when
someone achieves their goal, whether it’s seeing a physical therapy patient recover or congratulating a fitness
member for achieving their personal fitness goal. It’s why we do what we do.”
AIR Physical Therapy
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WORKERS COMPENSATION
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MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES: UNLIMITED Group Fitness Classes UNLIMITED use of equipment Spacious locker rooms Ample parking 2000 sq. ft. Group Fitness Room
CUSTOMIZED CORPORATE WELLNESS
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Call us TODAY for more Information
724-758-3338
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Challenges – Options In Aging Offers Seniors
Lots of Ways to Stay Healthy
Michael Gordon is the Health and Wellness Coordinator for Challenges – Options in Aging, an innovative pro-
gram that focuses on health and wellness programs for adults over the age of fifty. In 1974, the program was
known as the Lawrence County Area Agency on Aging, but as the programs evolved the name changed to
better reflect its mission – to offer a variety of options to help seniors overcome the challenges of living healthi-
er lives. Today, Challenges is backed and funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging and is a program
of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Pittsburgh. There are two offices for Challenges – Options in Aging;
one in Ellwood City at 1405 Woodside Ave. and one in New Castle, PA at 2706 Mercer Road.
The Beginning
In its earliest form, Challenges – Options in Aging established a congregate meal program for senior citizens
across Lawrence County. As the years went by, the popularity and reach of the meal program grew and mor-
phed into senior centers that offered friendship, activities, fitness programs and more to seniors. They now
provide social activities, meals, in-home assistance for the elderly and recreation programs. Michael Gordon,
the Health & Wellness Coordinator for Challenges, notes, “The fitness programs in particular have grown rap-
idly, in part because we’ve been able to provide state-of-the-art, commercial grade fitness equipment at both
locations in Lawrence County. These machines make it easier for older individuals to do the kind of exercises
they need to stay fit and strengthen their bodies without injury.”
Keeping Pace With Today’s Over Fifty Crowd
Gordon attributes part of the success of Challenges to the organization’s awareness of the changing needs of
today’s seniors, who are more active, more social and in better health than previous generations. “Today’s
seniors want high quality physical fitness and activities that are tailored to their needs. That’s why we offer a
variety of exercise classes, line dancing and even Zumba Gold so that they can challenge themselves and
push themselves to the next level. More seniors take advantage of our commercial gym equipment and pro-
fessional staff every year, and they often stay for a great meal and to socialize with friends. We even celebrate
monthly holidays for our seniors to enjoy.”
“One of the special joys of working with Challenges – Options in Aging is the satisfaction of improving other
people’s lives. Someone walks through the door that first time looking frail and feeling saddened by a personal
loss or injury, but after a few months they are stronger, healthier and more positive because they’ve discov-
ered new friends and they’ve learned to take care of themselves. It’s an affirmation of how wellness programs
geared toward people over fifty can improve every aspect of a person’s life.”
To learn more about Challenges – Options in Aging in Ellwood City, contact Michael Gordon at 724-
658-3729 or 724-752-9435. Please stop in for a tour or visit Challenges at 1405 Woodside Ave.,
Ellwood City, PA 16117.
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Happy Workers Make Happy Managers
Kirk Lunnen, Ph.D.* - Psychologist at People In Need Out Patient Mental Health Clinic Located in Ellwood City and New Castle, PA
Every manager and/or business owner knows that a happy and healthy worker is much more likely to be a pro-
ductive worker. Indeed, savvy managers have long recognized that keeping a finger on the emotional pulse of
their workers has tremendous impact on the bottom line. Nature seems to have gotten this right. Go no further
than a local beehive or ant colony to receive a clinic on harmonious worker relations. You’ll observe a veritable
symphony of integrated, purpose-filled activity that’ll bring a tear to the eye of anyone with a managerial bent.
While it may be something of a stretch and certainly involves some degree of personification, all the little work-
ers seem happy and contented in their various tasks.
So . . . how does one promote mental health and wellbeing in the workplace? Good question. I came across
an interesting link provided by researchers from the Australian Public Service Commission that highlights sev-
eral key strategies managers can employ to improve the health and happiness of their employees (Check out
the link at http://www.apsc.gov.au/publications-and-media/current-publications/mental-health). The good folks
at the Commission highlight no less than 18 areas employers ought to consider to increase worker wellbeing,
motivation, and moral. While space and time limitations preclude a thorough review of all 18 points, I’ll highlight
a few and encourage you to check out the link for more detailed information.
Creating A Respectful Workplace
Here are the steps to develop the kind of environment that pro-
motes worker wellbeing. First, set clear expectations for be-
havior. Second, be a positive role model. Third, make trans-
parency integral to how you manage. Fourth, push back on
disrespectful behaviors. Fifth, create a consistently positive,
results oriented work environment. Sixth, maintain open com-
munications with your workers. Finally, manage workloads
and priorities equally. Of course any one of these steps is eas-
ier said than done and deserving of an entire article of its own.
Build Resilience in Your Workers
Resilience is all about enhancing the strength and capacity of
each individual link in a chain. Resilience is a function of many
factors including individual values and attitudes, social support
networks, and interpersonal relationships. Resiliency provides
a protective layer for workers enhancing their ability to deal
with uncertainty and stress. Managers can increase the resili-
ency of their workers by promoting team cohesion, being sup-
portive of worker concerns, recognizing and rewarding effort,
effective communication, and encouraging healthy lifestyles/
habits among workers.
Continued on page 8
For more information on the services
available through People in Need,
contact:
Ellwood City Office
229 Portersville Road
Ellwood City, PA 16117
Phone: (724) 752-9114
Fax: (724) 752-9120
Hours: Mon - Fri: 8:30AM-4:30PM
Closed Weds
Main Office
2703 West State Street
New Castle, PA 16101
Phone: (724) 657-3303, Receptionist: Ext.
100
Fax: (724) 657-3326
Mon - Fri: 8:30AM-4:30PM
EMAIL: [email protected]
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LIFE Lawrence County Partners With Family Caregivers
Who Need Assistance
In the last three decades, the age of retirees and the elderly has steadily crept up and the impact on family life has been profound. More families every year find themselves in the position of having to provide a caregiver to at least one older family member. It was a difficult situation with limited solutions until recently. Fortunately, organizations like LIFE Lawrence County now provide assistance in varying forms to overwhelmed family caregivers.
Family Caregiving Statistics
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the numbers of adults who have to have a full- or part-time caregiver in the United States is staggering. There are currently over 34 million unpaid caregivers in the U.S. who are caring for another adult who is either disabled or ill. Approximately 90% of this long-term care is provided by caregivers who aren’t compensated in any way. Unfortunately, many of these caregivers suffer from exhaustion, stress and other problems that compromise their ability to continue providing proper care. LIFE Lawrence County is one agency that is providing alternative caregiving solutions for families in need.
The Dilemma of Family Caregiving
There are multiple problems that can have an impact on a family caregiver, some of them affecting everything from their job status to their health, including:
Calling off work frequently in order to provide appropriate care
Loss of income due to job loss or days missed
Employers struggling to assist employees who are burdened with caregiving problems
Employers who lose employee time due to leaves of absence
Continued on page 9
“Happy Workers,” continued from page 7
Recognizing and Responding When Help is Needed
This is all about keeping your eyes open and knowing your workers. While you’re not expected to be a mental
health professional diagnosing specific mental illnesses, your common sense and good judgment will often tell
you when something is not right. In such cases, don’t be afraid to follow-up and ask questions. While doing so
may open the proverbial can of worms, you may identify someone who genuinely needs help. Getting them the
help they need is not only the right thing to do but may, as mentioned above, directly affect the bottom line.
So, don’t be a closet manager/business owner. Get out on the floor. Keep your eyes and ears open. Be vigi-
lant in your interactions with your workers and educate yourself on available resources. You’ll be glad you did
(and your workers will be glad you did!).
*The Author, Dr. Lunnen, is the Clinical Director at People In Need. He received his Doctor of Philosophy in
Clinical Psychology from Ohio University and is a member of the faculty at Westminster College.
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LIFE Lawrence County, continued from page 8
LIFE Lawrence County’s Caregiving Solutions
LIFE Lawrence County, a partnership of Lutheran SeniorLife and Heritage Valley Health System, offers sev-eral solutions. LIFE stands for Living Independence for the Elderly. LIFE Lawrence County is a comprehen-sive health care and supportive services program designed to enhance the ability of older adults to live safely in their own homes and communities with dignity, respect, and independence at no charge to those who qualify.
Most older adults wish to remain in their homes for as long as they possibly can. However, for many, living at home is only an option when additional support is available. The LIFE program provides the additional sup-port and goes beyond the traditional boundaries of senior care. This unique program enables older adults to maintain their quality of life while living in their own home or in the home of a caregiver. LIFE also provides support and assistance to caregivers and to family members involved in providing care. Based on an individ-ual’s need, LIFE can provide the following services at no cost to those who qualify:
An interdisciplinary team including a physician, nurses, social workers, dietitian, recreational coordinator, and rehabilitation therapists
An on-call nurse and physician available 24 hours a day, seven days a week
Adult day services, including recreational programs
Personal care, home care, housekeeping, and laundry
Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapies
Transportation to the LIFE center and to medical appointments
Medication management
Meals/Assistance with meal preparation
Medical equipment
Dentistry, Optometry, and Audiology
The LIFE program is funded through Medicare and Medicaid and is available to all eligible residents of Law-rence County. To be eligible to enroll in LIFE, a person must meet the following requirements:
Be 55 years of age or older
Reside in Lawrence County (residents of Ellwood City who live in Beaver County are also eligible)
Have difficulty managing health-related needs independently at home and meets a level of care deter-
mined by the Area Agency on Aging
Be eligible for Medicaid or able to pay privately
Be able to remain safely in their home environment with the addition of LIFE services
There is no cost to participants who qualify. Some enrollees may be required to pay a monthly premium, based on financial eligibility. If a participant qualifies for Medicaid, all care recommended by the program physician is at no cost. Caregivers can talk to a LIFE Lawrence County representative at 724-657-8800 and employers can request a presentation for their employees.
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Did You Know?*
Life expectancy at birth for the overall U.S. population was 78.7 years in 2011.
Across all races and ethnicities, life expectancy for women (81.1) exceeded that for men (76.3) by nearly five
years.
More than 65 million people, 29% of the U.S. population, provide care for a chronically ill, disabled or aged fam-
ily member or friend during any given year and spend an average of 20 hours per week providing care for their
loved one.
20 hours per week is the average number of hours family caregivers spend caring for their loved ones
while 13% of family caregivers are providing 40 hours of care a week or more.
* Information courtesy of The National Center for Health Statistics and the National Alliance for Caregiving.
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Ellwood City Hospital’s Laboratory Collection Sites
Cater to Patient Convenience
While the Ellwood City Hospital has always strived to put patient convenience first and foremost when relocating facilities or opening new ones, most people don’t realize just how much planning has gone into the evolution of the laboratory collection sites now available in four locations. In the early years of the hospital, which opened in 1973, the collection area was in the basement of the main building next to the laboratory. In the 1980’s, the lab was moved to a new addition that included the new Emergency Department and lab facilities. By 2007, the collec-tion site and lab had to move to a larger area on the second floor.
Relocating as the Hospital Grows
Many patients found getting to the second floor location to be cumbersome and complained about the long walk and the wait for the elevator. In 2013, it was decided to build a new collection site on the first floor to alleviate outpatient dissatisfac-tion and congestion at the elevator. The new out-patient collection site opened on May 7, 2014 in the Mary Evans building adjacent to the new Wound Care Center. This new area is open from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. At all other times, laboratory outpatients are pro-cessed at the second floor location. Patients can rest assured that the phlebotomists who have served them in the past are the same as before, they are just working out of a different base loca-tion.
Multiple Laboratory Collection Sites Make It Easy
Today, the Ellwood City Hospital has four laboratory collection sites (two at the hospital itself) for the convenience of our patients. One is at the Zelienople Diagnostic Center in Harmony and was created for those patients in the Zelienople area. A second collection site is located in the Medical Arts Building on Evans Drive in Ellwood City and was primarily established for those patients seeing physicians in that building as well as to offer a site easily accessible to wheelchair bound and other handicapped patients. The main laboratory collection site is the one adjacent to the Mary Evans Wound Care & Hyperbaric Center. . If the standard hours aren’t convenient for an individual, he or she will be accepted even if they have to come to the hospital at an unusual time or on a week-end or holiday.
Personal Attention, Professional Procedures & Caring Relationships
The Ellwood City Hospital Laboratory offers many special services that enhance patient care. All of the phleboto-mists have been trained in accredited phlebotomy programs and are skilled in venipuncture technique. The phle-botomists are caring individuals and often develop friendships with their recurring patients. It is not unusual to see a patient get a hug from the phlebotomist before leaving.
To ensure accuracy, all lab testing is ordered by one person and then double checked by a second individual in order to verify that the testing performed is what the physician ordered. There are also private rooms available in order to protect the privacy of patients and give phlebotomists the opportunity to ask pertinent questions without
compromising HIPPA laws or patient privacy. Copies of results can be automatically faxed as soon as completed to numerous locations. For local patients who are homebound, the laboratory offers Home Draw services at the
request of the physician.
Continued on page 12
EC Hospital Phlebotomist with Patient
Photo courtesy of Morabito Photography
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Ellwood City Hospital
Mary Evans Location
724 Pershing Street
Ellwood City, PA 16117
Phone 724-752-6710
Fax 724-752-6896
Hours: M-F 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Ellwood City Hospital
2nd
Floor Location
724 Pershing Street
Ellwood City, PA 16117
Phone 724-752-6710
Fax 724-752-6899
Hours: Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays
Medical Arts Building
304 Evans Drive
Ellwood City, PA 16117
Phone 724-752-6875
Hours: M-F 7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Zelienople Diagnostic Center
241 Perry Highway, Unit 2
Harmony, PA 16037
Phone 724-452-4660
Hours: M-F 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Ellwood City Hospital’s Four Laboratory Collection Sites:
EC Hospital Lab Collection Sites, continued from page ___
The technologists and technicians who perform the testing are conscientious individuals who take pride in report-ing accurate results. They routinely repeat and confirm abnormal results as well as research the patient history to verify unusual findings.
The goal of the Ellwood City Hospital Laboratory is to provide the best care possible for the patient. Whether it means researching an unusual test order in order to ensure the proper tests are being performed or holding a pa-tient’s hand because he or she is afraid, the laboratory strives to meet the patient’s needs. As the needs of Ellwood City area residents evolve and change, the hospital continues to expand their services to meet those needs.
Meet the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce’s
Newest Members!
Disney Destinations 3595 Townwood Rd. Ellwood City, PA 16117 http://www.mickeyvacations.com 724-622-6134 Hair Expressions Olde School House 229 Portersville Road Ellwood City, PA 16117 [email protected] 724-421-5235
Pete’s Uptown 1022 Lawrence Ave. Ellwood City, PA 16117 724-758-4576 Body Shop, LLC 324 Wampum Ave. Ellwood City, PA 16117 724-752-4351
Toney J. Straw Real Estate 520 Todd Avenue Ellwood City, PA 16117 [email protected] 724-752-1788
