Healthy Connections Fall 2009

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From Halloween to Happy New Year: Tips or healthy ho

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Pain relie is like

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Ifind the healthcare reform debate to be informative,confusing, daunting and exciting. And the focus onthis issue demonstrates the importance of healthcare

to every single person. Every individual has a stake

in this debate. In some cases we may wear several

different and even conflicting hats. For example,

while most of us are consumers of healthcare

services, we also may be employers providing access

to healthcare insurance or insurers delivering the

insurance product; providers delivering the medical

care and service; or the uninsured, underinsured, or a

Medicare or Medicaid recipient. We all interact with

the healthcare system in multiple ways.

The magnitude of the issues and complexity of the overall system can boggle

the mind. Experts and politicians talk about dollar amounts in the billions and

trillions. I believe that nearly everyone can agree that access to healthcare nee

be improved and the cost of healthcare needs to come down. I cant recall hea

or reading any dissent around those two issues. However, immediately after

acknowledging these two points, we quickly and vehemently fall into a wide r

of conflicting positions, and there seems to be examples and stories to make ev

argument.

So while the debate continues, here is something you can be certain of: Wino

Health was founded to care for the people of our region. This mission has

been constant and true for more than 115 years.How we provide care for our

community has certainly undergone significant changes over the decades, inclu

technological developments and innovations; diagnostic testing capabilities; n

medications and therapies; evidence-based medicine and more. These changes

accelerated advances in the areas of safety, quality and cost of care to the be

of each of us.

There is no question that we are all in for a tumultuous time as it relates to

healthcare reform. The unpredictable nature of the era we are in may result in

advantages and disadvantages which may not seem immediately clear. But I

do believe that one positive you can count on is that the spirit youllfi

nd in thocaring for patients and residents and the spirit of those committed to supportin

their care will prevail. A community committed to supporting its local healthc

system by using its services sends a powerful statement about what is importa

the communitys economic health and vibrancy.

Focused on our mission

Healthy Connections is published by

Winona Health to provide you with

information about health, wellness

and the many healthcare resources

available to you, close to home.

Sending youHealthy Connections

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working to fulfill our mission of

improving the health and well-being

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Winona Health and this publication.

Please visit winonahealth.org and

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Rachelle H. SchultzPresident/CEO

In this issue...2 Focused on our mission

3 Another healthy connection

4 From the cover: Pain relief is

like a medical miracle

6 Colon cancer: Early detection,quick treatment, happy outcome

8 Watkins Manor a bright spot

during winter

9 From Halloween to Happy

New Year: Healthy holiday tips

10 Hospitalist and Care Teams:

An effective combination

11 When is Urgent Care the right

option for you?

12 Foundation Notes

13 Auxiliary Holiday Events

14 Winona Health News & Notes

15 Winona Health Directory

16 Winona Health Events

On the cover: Larry Bartleson of

Rushford, center, with Winona Health

Pain Management Center physicians,

Amarjit Virdi, MD, and Ruth Moes, MD.

2 Healthy Connections Fall 2009

(continued on next page)



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L

ike others who have experienced severe back

pain, Larry Bartleson, 56, of Rushford, knows

that when the pain is bad, Its difficult to even carry

on a conversation. Bartleson added, It gets to be so

debilitating that it gets to the point that it makes me sick

to my stomach.

Bartleson, a veteran, developed back problems when he

was in the military. But it was during the Rushford flood

of August 2007 that he had a severe bout of back pain.

He was helping family, when he felt a twinge in his back

while lifting. Shortly after, he was almost unable to move.

His wife, Ann, brought him to Winona Health, where

staff helped him into the Emergency Department in a

wheelchair.

I had a herniated disc. They took great care of me

and got the pain under control, said Bartleson. Ruth

Moes, MD, a Winona Health anesthesiologist and pain

management specialist, provided treatment. She also

referred him to Winona Health Rehabilitation Services for

physical therapy. After that, he said, things got back to

normal.

For Bartleson, all was fine until August. He remembers,

I felt a twinge in my back again and thought, Uh

ohthats not going to be good. Soon I started having

sharp painsit felt like static-electric shocks.

Bartleson made an appointment with Amarjit Virdi, MD,

an anesthesiologist and pain management specialist at

Winona Healths new Pain Management Center. Dr. Virdi

joined the Winona Health medical staff in July to open the

Pain Management Center with Dr. Moes.

When I went in, the pain was immobilizing, said

Bartleson. I thought I was going to need surgery, and I

was ready for it. But Dr. Virdi evaluated my situation and

explained another option that was less drastic. I aske

when he could do it. He said, Lets go do it now.

Dr. Virdi gave Bartleson a cortisone shot/epidural.

They gave me something to numb the area first, and

procedure wasnt painful, said Bartleson. He added

I dont want to over dramatize it, but to me it was a

medical miracle. Within thirty minutes I was feelingbetter, and Im feeling great today. Ill always have t

take care of my back and watch what I do. My friend

will tell you that I can go golfing every day. My back

aggravated when I liftnot when I twist, so Im ver

careful about lifting.

FINDING SOLUTIONS TO PAINAmarjit Virdi, MD,

treated Larry Bartleson o Rushord in the Winona Health P

Management Center. Ater treatment, Bartleson ound relirom his back pain

To people in pain, efective relie is likea medical miracle

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Mr. Bartleson experienced fast relief, and that often

happens, said Dr. Moes, There are others who improve

more slowly, with integration of lifestyle and physical

therapy. Our goal is conservative treatment, which

includes physical therapy, medication management and

injections prior to surgical intervention, although surgery

is obviously needed for some.

Asked about side effects from the procedure, Bartleson

said, None. No negatives. No problems. Now that Ive

seen Dr. Virdi, I appreciate being able to do things more

comfortably.

To Bartleson, its simple: Life isnt good with pain.

Life is good again when the pain is gone. I was very

pleased with the whole experience.

Winona area residents now have increased access to pain

management services. Amarjit Virdi, MD, an anesthesiologist

and pain management specialist, joined the Winona Health

medical sta in July. He and anesthesiologist, Ruth Moes, MD,

now provide care at the Winona Health Pain Management

Center.

Dr. Virdis training at Tuts University brings us additional

expertise, said Dr. Moes. He has expanded access to pain

management services and the types o procedures available

in Winona.

Dr. Virdi treats all kinds o pain, including pain related to

the spine rom neck to lower back. The Pain Management

Center team uses uoroscopy (x-ray) and ultrasound-guided

procedures or pain management. Dr. Virdi and

Dr. Moes also provide surgical anesthesiology services.

Im looking orward to building a practice in a community

where I can really make a dierence, said Dr. Virdi. Ive ound

that the sta here has a compassionate, personal approach and

the ocus is on individual care plans.

Dr. Virdi completed a Pain Management ellowship at Baystate

Medical Center at Tuts University School o Medicine in

Springfeld, Massachusetts, along with an anesthesiolo

internship and residency at the Medical College o Wis

in Milwaukee.

Dr. Moes is board certifed in Anesthesiology and Pain

Management. She has provided surgical anesthesia se

Winona Health or eight years. Dr. Moes received her mdegree and completed her residency at the University

Rochester in New York.

Patients typically are reerred to the Pain Management

by their primary care provider who knows their medic

history, but those interested may call the Winona Heal

Management Center at 507.474.5698.

Comfort startsherewith new options for pain management

ENJOYING HIS HOBBY AGAINWhen severe pain hit,

Bartleson said, it was immobilizing. He noted that its ort

that his pain is triggered by liting, and not by swinging a

PAIN MANAGEMENT PROVIDERSAmarjit Virdi, MD

Ruth L. Moes, MD.



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After surgery, Larson spent four days in Winona Healths

ICU and three days on the regular medical unit. They

really took care of me and made me so comfortable.

They didnt just put me in bed and walk away: They

made me feel cared for all the time, he explained.

They always asked if I needed anything and if there was

anything they could do for me. Some places you may feel

like a number, but, here, youre a person.

After recovering from surgery, Larson underwent

twelve chemotherapy treatments in Winona Healths

Chemotherapy/Infusion Department.

Larson said he knew he could get a referral to be treated

anywhere he wanted, and he wanted to stay in Winona.

If theres something that cant be done here, I know Ill

be referred wherever I want. But Ive always had great

care right here, so why would I want to go somewhere

else?

Larson has now been cancer free for two years, and

hes enjoying time with his children, grandchildren and

friends.

I feel good. I feel like I got a second chance. I think

people are reluctant to get a colonoscopy because theyre

afraid of what theyll find out or they think that what they

dont know wont hurt them. I thought something like

this couldnt happen to me, but it can. Its a wake-up call.

Get it checked, encourages Larson. Im sure glad I did,because here I am.

Whats the dierence between ibuprophen, acetaminophen

and aspirin? Which kind o medication works best on whichkind o pain? Whats sae or children?

Terry Full, RhP, director o Winona Health Parkview Pharmacy,

provides answers to these and other requently asked

questions (FAQs) about over-the-counter pain relievers.

To view these FAQs, visit: winonahealth.org/Parkview-Pharmacy.

Parkview Pharmacy is located in the Parkview O ce Build

on the Winona Health Campus, 825 Mankato Avenue.

For more inormation, call 507.454.4925.

Over-the-counter pain medication explained

Terry Full, RhPDirector of Winona Health

Parkview Pharmacy

Do you have questions about over-the-counter pain medications ?

Colon cancer symptoms and risk acto

The American Cancer Society recommends that beginnin

at age 50, men and women at average risk or developing

colorectal cancer should talk to their primary healthcare

provider about risk actors and screening recommendatio

Regular screening exams are important because symptom

o colon cancer may vary rom person to person. Screeni

the best tool to catch abnormalities beore cancer develo

Symptoms of colon cancer may include:

lower abdominal pain and tenderness

change in bowel habits (diarrhea, constipation or other

blood in the stool or rectal bleeding

anemia

weakness

loss of appetite or unexplained weight loss

Risk actors that cannot be controlled

age

personal history o colorectal polyps or colorectal cance

personal history o inammatory bowel disease

amily history o colorectal cancer

inherited syndromes

racial/ethnic background

Liestyle-related actors that can be controlled

diet high in red or processed meats

physical inactivity

obesity

smoking

heavy alcohol use

type two diabetes

Source: American Cancer Soc



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Looking for a warm, comfortable place to spend the winter?

Watkins Manor short-term stay provides an option

This time of year, many seniors start thinkingabout the cold and snowy weather and worryinghow difficult it is to get out and about, said Cheryl

Krage, Winona Health assisted living manager. Watkins

Manor short-term stay option provides the solution.

Krage said that some residents opt for short-term stays

through winter or any time they may benefit from extra

assistance such as after an illness or injury. For example,

Bernette Scherbring used Watkins Manors short-term

stay option to recover from an injury, even receiving

physical therapy while in her Watkins Manor apartment.

It was a much better option for me to come to Watkins

Manor than to go right home, said Scherbring. The bestpart of staying at Watkins Manor was that I did not have

to cook and shop for groceries. The food is excellent.

Short-term stay apartments are furnished, so no heavy

moving is required.

After recovering and returning home, Scherbring decided

to take advantage of the short-term stay option again over

the winter. Recently, she decided to make Watkins Manor

her home. The people are all so friendly, both residents

and staff, said Scherbring. There is always some type ofentertainment to attend, and being able to go out shopping

with a group is quite nice.

Throughout the year, residents have the option of

attending concerts in the park, riverboat cruises, weekly

shopping adventures and meals out with friends.

Residents also enjoy a craft room, computer and baking

rooms, wellness area, greenhouse, movie theater room

and a beautiful outdoor courtyard with raised flower beds

and seating. Residents also enjoy walking out and aboutin the neighborhood, said Krage.

Options for supportive services include three meals per

day, weekly housekeeping, healthcare management for

medication administration, diabetic care, and assistance

with bathing, dressing and grooming. Krage added,

Residents choose the level of assistance that they ar

comfortable with and they can add services as neede

All Watkins Manors residents reported that they wo

recommend Watkins Manor to others, which reflect

our experienced, compassionate staff provides excell

care and service, said Krage. Our staff truly enjoy

interacting with our residents and making Watkins M

a wonderful place to live.

For more information about assisted living options a

Watkins Manor, call Cheryl Krage at 507.494.7496.

A WELCOMING ATMOSPHEREAter using Watkins Ma

short-term stay option on two occasions, Bernette Scherb

decided to make Watkins Manor her home. Among the be

she said, The people are all so riendly.

Residents choose the level of assist

that they are comfortable withthey can add servic

Cheryl Krage, Winona Health assisted living ma



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The holidays pose challenges to many people,especially to those with diabetes or those who wantto lose or maintain their weight.

Holidays are a time of extras, said Winona Healthdietitian, Sue Haug, RD, LD. Extra demands on your

time, with places to go and people to see, extra special

foods to prepare and serve, extra indulgence in food and

drink, and next thing you know, youve gained extra

pounds or your blood sugar is out of control.

Sue Haug and Jill ODonnell, RN, CDE, diabetes

nurse educator, help people develop new strategies

for managing their diabetes and enjoying holiday

celebrationswithout gaining extra pounds orjeopardizing their health. They share these helpful tips

with Healthy Connections readers:

Be realistic about your goals. Set a goal to maintain your

weight or minimize weight gain by focusing on weekly

goals for exercise and food. Track what you eat.

Schedule time to exercise. Walk quickly in a shopping

center, work out at a gym, or exercise in your home.

Exercise not only burns calories, said Haug, It alsobuilds muscle, strengthens your heart and relieves stress.

Establish holiday traditions that focus on togetherness

and reflection, not just on food.

Get enough sleep. Sleep also is a good stress reliev

said ODonnell. Lack of sleep may cause poor deci

making when it comes to nutrition.

Have a plan to minimize party temptations. In the dbefore a party, increase physical activity, but dont sk

meals. Before the party, have a small, low-fat, high-

fiber snack with non-caloric beverage. Wear form-fit

clothes or a beltthe pressure will remind you that y

have had enough. Use the smallest plate available to

portions in check, and fill half the plate with low-cal

low-fat items.

Be choosy. Skip everyday treats and focus on specia

foods you only have during the holidays.

Avoid excess alcohol, as it contributes empty calorie

(100-400 calories per drink).

Dont go back for seconds. Mark the end of your me

by having a piece of sugar-free gum or a breath mint

remove the taste of food from your mouth.

Why wait until the New Year to resolve to improve

your health? said Haug. We all have the opportuni

to follow this plan for healthy and happy holidays

start today.

From Halloween to Happy New Year:

Healthy eating during the holidays

Outpatient Nutrition Services Team:

Jill ODonnellRN, CDE

Sue HaRD, L

Helpi ng individuals man age diabetes and improve the ir health

Certifed diabetes educator, Jill ODonnell, RN, CDE, and registered and licenseddietitian, Sue Haug, RD, LD, are the Outpatient Nutrition Services team at

Winona Health. They provide nutrition education to patients, including those who

are managing diabetes.

Four-week group classes or managing or preventing type 2 diabetes are held periodically throughout the year. To learn about

upcoming classes, or i youd like inormation about Outpatient Nutrition Services at Winona Health, talk with your primary he

provider or call 507.457.4521.



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Winona Health has implemented a hospitalistprogram to provide more immediate physicianaccess for its hospitalized patients. The program began

four years ago and continues to evolve.

A hospitalist is usually an Internal Medicine specialist

who is available to patients, their families and other care

providers throughout the day. They oversee patients

care throughout their hospital stay. Hospitalists also keep

patients primary physicians informed when patients are

admitted, discharged or major decisions need to be made.

Having one or more hospitalists available all day

improves the quality, consistency and efficiency of

hospital care, said Charles Shepard, MD. By being

accessible to patients, their families and the staff caring

for them all day, the hospitalist gets a more complete

picture of that patients overall condition and needs.

Dr. Shepard also noted a key advantage to hospitalist

programs: The hospitalist is available to talk with

patients and families when the families are there. So when

family members cant be here first thing in the morning,

theyll have plenty of other opportunities to talk with

doctor throughout the day.

A cohesive approach to individual care

The hospitalist plays a key role in the care coordinat

team which meets every morning to discuss each

hospitalized patients care plan. Ensuring that every

member of the team has a complete understanding o

patients needs leads to the most cohesive and effect

care plan.

Throughout a patients stay, the team maintains a

communication board where key information, from

diagnosis to dietary requirements, is posted. It then icontinuously updated and shared with others involve

in the patients care. According to Robin Hoeg, RN,

leader of Inpatient Services, This care coordination

process, with the help of the hospitalist, has decrease

patients overall length of staywhich is a huge pati

satisfier.

Depending on each patients needs, the care team

may include not only the hospitalist

and nursing staff, but also a patient

educator, physical therapist, pharma

dietician and social worker, explain

Deb Mikelson, RN, care coordinatio

team leader. Mikelson also may help

coordinate services with Winona He

Home Care, Lake Winona Manor or

area nursing homes.

Winona Healths team of hospitalists

includes Internal Medicine physician

who normally see patients in the clin

but rotate in the hospitalist role on a

weekly basis. Recently Winona He

hired its first full-time hospitalist, A

Adjei, MD.


Hospitalists and care coordination team provide

effective, efficient care for hospital patients and famili

A TEAM APPROACH TO PATIENT CAREA care coordination team meets to

discuss each hospitalized patients care plan: Daniel Parker, MD; Chris Stoltman, RD;

Charles Shepard, MD; Abdul Adjei, MD; Kristi Raadt, PT; Paula Philipps, RN;

Deb Mikelson, RN; and Cassie Longueville, LSW.



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Its very rewarding to be a

part of the recovery process

and to help people feel better

so they can return home.

Abdul Adjei, Hospitalist

Dr. Adjei enjoys hospitalist focus

Dr. Adjei enjoys focusing his attention on hospitalized

patients and their families. One of the reasons I enjoy

practicing as a hospitalist is I get to help people of all

ages who need care for a variety of reasons, said

Dr. Adjei. Its very rewarding to be a part of the recovery

process and to help people feel better so they can return

home.

Dr. Adjei earned his medical degree from Istanbul

University, Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty and completed

his residency at Harbor Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland,

where he served as Chief Resident.

Having lived in Baltimore and Chicago, Dr. Adjei and his

wife look forward to Winonas community atmosphere.

They have one son who is almost a year old. Outside of

work, Dr. Adjei enjoys playing soccer and reading.

For more information about healthcare providers and

services at Winona Health, see page 15; visit

winonahealth.org; or call 507.454.3650.

When you or a amily member is hurt or not eeling w

Urgent Care provides a quick solution.

Amparo Tweety Oevering, Winona Health Urgent Ca

nurse manager, shares these guidelines or conditions

appropriate or treatment at the Urgent Care Clinic: Colds and u including evers, coughs, sore throats

and earaches

Sprains, strains and simple ractures

Scrapes, cuts and minor burns

Skin conditions including rashes, poison ivy and

insect bites

Vomiting and diarrhea

Urinary tract inections

Allergic reactions

Emergency Services

Any potentially lie-threatening condition, such as sev

abdominal pain, chest pain or signifcant shortness o

needs to be evaluated in the Emergency Department,

Oevering, These situations may require equipment, s

monitoring technology and diagnostic testing, not av

an urgent care setting.

Primary Care

Chronic illnesses and ongoing ailments are best cared

the help o your primary healthcare provider. He or sh

able to assess your condition and determine the best c

based on your health history and current health issues

Oevering.

Because its walk-in, people generally understand tha

depending on how many people need care and on the

care they need, wait times will vary, noted Oevering. O

works hard to provide thorough care as efficiently as p

The Urgent Care Clinic is at 420 E. Sarnia in Winona. Ho

Monday-Friday 8 a.m. 8 p.m.

Thursday-Sunday 8 a.m. 5 p.m.

For questions regarding Urgent Care, please call 507.4

When is the Urgent Care Cl

the right place for you?

Abdul Adjei, MD

Richard Ferris, MD*Dennis Nolan, MD*

Abdul Oseini, MD

Daniel Parker, MD*

Bryan Reed, MD*Charles Shepard, MD*

Winona Health Internal Medicine physicians whoserve as hospitalists:

* These physicians also see patients at the clinic.

For information about Winona Health physicians, visit

winonahealth.org and clickFind a Provider.



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FOUNDATION & AUXILIARY NEWS

When someone we love dies, we often lookfor ways to ensure that they continue tobe remembered and that their legacy lives on, said

Nancy Brown, Winona Healths executive director of

development. Memorial giving is a way for friends

and family to honor their loved one, while also having

a positive impact on the lives of individuals and

communities.

When Betty

Breitenfeldt, 77, died

in March, her children

wanted to honor their

mother and her long

career as a nurse.Breitenfeldt was a

nurse in the Twin

Cities and later at

Winona Health until

retiring in 1991.

So when Breitenfeldts daughter, Gail Gabrick,

approached Brown with their wishes, Brown told the

about the Phyllis McClenathan Scholarship Endowm

Fund, named for another long-time nurse.

Mom loved being a nurse and taking care of people

said Gabrick. When Nancy told us about the ScholaEndowment Fund, we knew that was what mom wou

want us to support. It doesnt matter that the fund isn

her name. Were supporting the fund in her honor, an

would be so happy to know shes helping people ach

their dream of becoming a nurse.

Gabrick added, It gives me such peace to know that

memorial money will go towards something that wil

honor moms memory. Thats what memorials are re

meant to do.

To learn more about memorial giving, visit the Wino

Health Foundation online: winonahealth.org/foundat

or call Nancy Brown, Winona Health Foundation

executive director of development at 507.457.4342.

Winona Health Foundations Ben & Adith Miller

Golf Classic raised a record $175,000 for the Ben &

Adith Miller Patient Care Fund. More than 220 golfers

participated in the fundraising event, held August 10 at

Cedar Valley Golf Course.

The Winona community is very fortunate to have a

fund like the Ben & Adith Miller Patient Care Fund,

and the Winona Health Foundation is very fortunate that

Hugh and Vera Miller and RTP Company are committed

to building the fund through the Ben & Adith MillerClassic, said Nancy Brown, Winona Health Foundation

executive director of development.

The Ben & Adith Miller Patient Care Fund was

established by Benjamin A. Miller, a Winona-area

businessman and philanthropist, in honor of his wife,

Adith. Millers goal was

to establish a fund to help

individuals and families in

need pay for medical care

at Winona Health. Since

its inception in 1986, the

Patient Care Fund has

contributed more than

$3.5 million in

relief to more than

1,709 individualsand families.

For more information about the Ben & Adith Miller

Classic or the Patient Care Fund, contact the Winona

Health Foundation, 507.474.3328, Nancy Brown at

507.457.4342 or [email protected].

Gol Classic supports Patient Care Fund

A GREAT DAYto be ongol course .

THE LATE BETTY BREITENFELDT

was honored with a memorial git.

Memorial giving: leaving a legacy



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Scoreboards FundraisWinona Clinic lobby

Wednesday, October 21

8 a.m. 5 p.m.

Thursday, October 22

8 a.m. 5 p.m.

Glady D. Miller Git ShHoliday HappinessB.A. Miller Auditorium

Wednesday, November 4

10 a.m. 8 p.m.

Thursday, November 5

10 a.m. 6 p.m.

Friday, November 6

10 a.m. 6 p.m.

Saturday, November 7

9 a.m. 1 p.m.

Fantasy of TreesWatkins Manor

Friday, November 20

3 p.m. 7 p.m.

Saturday, November 21

10 a.m. 4 p.m.

Enjoy holiday shopping that

supports community healthcare

The Winona Health Auxiliary offers several opportunities for communitymembers to purchase holiday gifts and dcor, with the proceedssupporting healthcare scholarships and funding equipment and technology

for Winona Health.

ScoreboardsOctober 21-22, Winona Clinic lobby

The sale features a variety of collegiate and professional sports team apparel

and accessories for men, woman and youth at 20% - 40% below retail..

Glady D. Miller Gift Shop Holiday HappinessNovember 4-7, B.A. Miller Auditorium, 3rd Floor, Winona Health

The third floor is transformed into a holiday wonderland. The annual sale is

an extension of the Glady D. Miller Gift Shop and features unique gifts,

holiday decorations, jewelry, gourmet food mixes and accessories, baked

goods and much more. An Arts and Craft Fair featuring local vendors is held

in the hospital lobby.

Fantasy of TreesNovember 20-21, Watkins Manor, 175 E Wabasha St.

Beautifully decorated tabletop trees are donated by area businesses,

organizations or individuals and are available for purchase by sealed bid.

Beautiful holiday wreaths and centerpieces created by Auxiliary volunteers

also are available for purchase. If you are interested in learning more or

donating a tree, contact the Winona Health Volunteer Office at 507.474.3328.

Glady D. Miller Gift ShopMonday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m., Winona Health

If you have not yet discovered the Glady D. Miller Gift Shop at Winona

Health, you are missing out on a hidden gem for local shopping. Unique

merchandise includes crystal, jewelry, stuffed animals, candy, flowers,

holiday items, home dcor, purses, accessories and much more.

Proceeds from the Gift Shop and other fundraising events support local

healthcare through scholarships, the Telehealth initiative (using technology

for in-home management of chronic illnesses), and providing enhancements

to Lake Winona Manor, Adith Miller and Roger Metz Manors.



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WINONA HEALTH NEWS & NOTES

Family Medicine of Winona joinsWinona Health

Family Medicine of Winona merged with Winona

on October 1, 2009. The independent physician pr

has been a long-time collaborator with Winona He

and was one of the pioneers in establishing a comm

wide electronic medical record system. Family Me

patients will continue to receive care from their reg

physician in their current location at 825 Mankato

on the Winona Health campus. Family Medicine w

founded by Thomas A. Retzinger, MD, in 1979. O

Family Medicine providers are: William Davis, M

Wayne Kelly, MD; Rebecca Lossen, MD; and Kris

Schulte, PA-C.

New healthcare providers

Abdul Adjei, MD, hospitalist,

joined the Winona Health medical

staff. Learn more about Dr. Adjei

and the hospitalist program on

pages 10-11.

Marla McConkey, PA-C, joined

the Winona Health Urgent Care

staff. McConkey received her

Masters of Physician Assistant

Studies at the College of Pharmacyand Health Sciences at Butler

University in Indianapolis.

McConkey grew up in Hastings,

Minnesota. She enjoys the natural beauty of the area and

spends her free time boating, camping and hiking.

Amarjit Virdi, MD,

anesthesiologist and pain

management specialist, joinedthe Winona Health medical staff.

Learn more about Dr. Virdi and the

Winona Health Pain Management

Center on pages 4-5.

Matthew Hayes, MD, radiologist,

will provide Radiology services

along with Laurel Littrell, MD.

He received his medical degree

at the University of South Dakota

in Vermillion and completed his

residency in Diagnostic Radiology

and fellowship in Musculoskeletal

Radiology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester. His special

interests include arthritis and sports medicine. Dr. Hayes

enjoys spending time with his family and is an avid hunter

and fisherman. He also enjoys basketball and other sports.

Winona Health again named a Most Wired H

For the eighth consecutive year, Winona Health ha

been named to the nations Most WiredSmall anRural hospital list according to the results of the 20

study released inHospital & Health Networks mag

Winona was among the first communities in the na

develop an Electronic Medical Record.

Winona Health earns top performer statusWinona Health has been named a top performer in

caring for patients with heart failure and pneumon

the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CM

Premier healthcare alliance project. The Top Perfo

Awards reflect that Winona Health achieved a com

quality score in the top 20 percent of all participati

hospitals. In addition, Winona Health achieved an

Attainment Award for caring for heart attack patien

indicating that it meets or exceeds the median qual

benchmark score.



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Anesthesiology:

457.7670Ruth L. Moes, MD

Amarjit Virdi, MD

David Woosencrat, MD

Dermatology:

457.7670Frank A. Bures, MD

Emergency Medicine

(if an emergency, call 911)Terry Donnal, MD

Carlos Morales, MD

Christopher Schubert, MD

Scott Turner, MD

Brett Whyte, MD

Joel Stevens, PA-C

Family PracticeFamily Medicine: 454.5050

William E. Davis, MDWayne G. Kelly, MD

Rebecca Lossen, MD

Thomas A. Retzinger, MD

Kristi L. Schulte, PA-C

Lewiston Clinic: 523.2127

Mary Kramer, RN, CNP

Rushford Clinic: 864.7726

David Logren, MD

Joy Stevens, PA-C

Winona Clinic: 457.7648

E. Allen Beguin, MD

David A. Christenson, MDJonathan Knight, DO

Lynette Lamp, MD

Mary A. Michener, MD

Nicholas Modjeski, MD

Robert P. Wilahrt, MD

Donna J. Kamann, CNP

Christina M. Nitti Velasquez, CNP

General Surgery:

457.7670Matthew J. Broghammer, DO

J. David Rowekamp, MD

Hans Zinnecker, MD

Internal Medicine:

457.7622

Abdul Adjei, MD (Hospitalist)Andrew E. Edin, MD

Arnold W. Fenske, MD

Richard C. Ferris, MD

John G. Mulrooney, MD

Dennis G. Nolan, MD

Abdul M. Oseini, MD (Hospitalist)

Daniel Parker, MD

Bryan Reed, DO

Charles A. Shepard, MD

Mary Funk, CNP

Traci J. Morken, CNP

Ann Marie Olsen Wagner, CNP

Occupational Health:

474.3212

Ophthalmology/

Optometry:

474.4760Laurel Quinn, MD

Scott M. Pastryk, OD

Oral/Maxillofacial

Surgery: 457.7700Gary W. Hayes, DDS

Orthopaedic Surgery/

Sports Medicine:

474.6600Tim Gabrielsen, MD

Richard Romeyn, MD

Aaron Schilling, PA-C

Pain Managemen

474.5698Ruth L. Moes, MD

Amarjit Virdi, MD

Pathology: 457.4Carl J. Szczesniak, MD

Pediatrics/AdolesMedicine: 457.76Craig H. Anderson, M

Joan M. Krueger, MD

Psychiatry/Couns

454.2606Cullen R. Schwemer,

Laurie Stenseth, MSW

Lyle Hulsing, MA, LP

Radiology/Imagi

457.4320Matthew S. Hayes, M

Laurel Littrell, MD

Urgent Care: 474Terry Donnal, MD

Bob Giese, PA-C

Marla McConkey, PA-

Susan Smith, FNP

Womens Health

Obstetrics/Gynec

457.7701Scott B. Birdsall, MD

Troy J. Shelton, MD

M. Suzanne Cooley, CHolly J. Fratzke, CNP

Ann F. Olson, CNP

Tara Sufrins, CNP

Healthy starts her

To schedule an appointment:

Winona Health454.3650855 Mankato Ave. Winona, MN

Clinic Locations Family Medicine: 454.5050

825 Mankato Ave. Winona, MN

Lewiston Clinic: 523.2127 100 Harrison St. Lewiston, MN

Rushford Clinic: 864.7726 109 W. Jessie St. Rushord, MN

Urgent Care Clinic: 474.7830 420 E. Sarnia St. Winona, MN

Winona Clinic: 454.3680 859 Mankato Ave. Winona, MN

Hospital: 454.3650855 Mankato Ave. Winona, MN

Parkview Pharmacy: 454.4925825 Mankato Ave. Winona, MN

Winona Senior Services Adith Miller & Roger Metz Manors:

454.0179

Home Care: 457.4468

Hospice: 457.4468

Lake Winona Manor: 457.4366

Watkins Manor: 494.7400

Winona Health Foundation:474.3328855 Mankato Ave. Winona, MN

Surgeons pictured above: (clockwise from front left)

Matthew Broghammer, DO; Gary Hayes, DDS; Laurel Quinn, MD;

Hans Zinnecker, MD; J. David Rowekamp, MD; Troy Shelton, MD;

Richard Romeyn, MD; Tim Gabrielsen, MD; Amarjit Virdi, MD

(anesthesiologist); Ruth Moes, MD (anesthesiologist);

Scott Birdsall, MD.

Please note that all Winona He

numbers are in the 507ar

To see a complete list of Winona Health services, visit:winonahealth.org



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EVENTS, CLASSES & SUPPORT GROUPS

For a complete calendar of events and

more information about our services

and programs, please visit our website:

winonahealth.org.

Alzheimers and Related Dementia

Support and EducationWednesday, October 14, 6-7 p.m.

Wednesday, November 11, 6-7 p.m.

Wednesday, December 9, 6-7 p.m.

Parkview Conference Room

For more informationCheryl Krage

507.494.7496

Basic Lie Support (BLS/CPR) or

Healthcare Providers

Wednesday, October 28, 4-9 p.m.

B.A. Miller Auditorium

507.457.4491

Breasteeding Class

Tuesday, November 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

$10 per participant/couple


Registration required: 507.494.7384

Childbirth Education Classes

Six-week program options:

Mondays, November 9 December 14

B.A. Miller Auditorium, 6:30-8:30 p.m.


Weekend (two day) program options:Friday, October 23, 6-8 p.m.

Saturday, October 24, 8 a.m.3 p.m.

Friday, December 4, 6-8 p.m.

Saturday, December 5, 8 a.m.3 p.m.



Diabetes Prevention Class

Tuesdays, October 6-27, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Winona Clinic Conference Room

$40 per individual or $60 per couple


Fall Frame Show

Thursday, October 15, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.Outside prescriptions welcome

Winona Clinic, Suite 330

507.474.4760

Healthcare CPR Recertication

Thursday, October 15, 7:30-10:30 a.m.

Thursday, November 19, 7:30-10:30 a.m.

Thursday, December 17, 7:30-10:30 a.m.

Tuesday, December 29, 5-8 p.m.



Cost for class: $40

Healthcare Directives

Informational sessions:

Monday, November 16, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Working sessions:

Monday, November 23, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Parkview Conference Room

507.474.3328

Little Ones Remembered

Outreach Group

3rd Tuesday of every month

6:308 p.m.

Watkins Great Hall, 175 E. Wabasha St.

Call for more information: 507.474.3042

Look Good, Feel Better

Thursday, December 10, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Lake Winona Manor Classroom

American Cancer Society, 800.227.2345

MOM Support Group

(Mothers Own Milk)

Tuesdays, 2:30-4 p.m.

Winona Clinic Womens Health Li

Call for more information: 507.453

Exploring Senior Living Options

Thursday, October 22, 5:30-6:30 p

Watkins Great Hall, 175 E. Wabash

Registration requested: 507.457.41

Todays Options or Pain

Management

Ruth Moes, MD, and Amarjit Vird

Wednesday, November 18,

5:30-6:30 p.m.


Registration requested: 507.457.41

For more information about Auxili

events, see page 13 or call 507.474

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Events are on the Winona Health Campus located at 855 Mankato Ave., Winona, MN except when noted.

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