Invision summer 2013

MAGAZINE

Harvesting a happy and healthy summer!

Summer 2013

More than a job. Build a Career!If you’re looking for an organization that thrives on building leaders, take a look at Wilson Medical Center.

We’re proud that our leadership team includes men and women who have grown as people and as leaders.

Wilson Medical Center delivers life-changing care with excellent employees.

To experience the rewards of a career at Wilson Medical Center, apply by visiting www.wilmed.org. EOE

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4 On the cover: Deans Farm Market offers vegetables and fruits aplenty. Check out a few recipes to savor this summer.

Charles “Red” Barrett’s legacy lives on, thanks to a partnership between his family and Hospice of Wilson Medical Center.

Focus on Fitness: Diet and exercise are key to any lifestyle change. Find out what our exercise physiologist and dietitian have to say about getting healthy and staying healthy.

FEATURE: Community volunteers make

WilMed Healthcare Foundation successful. From the annual Super Swing golf, tennis and bridge tournament to community-driven fundraisers, volunteers and the Foundation work as a team to help the less fortunate. Above, Super Swing is about having fun and saving lives. Women’s teams often come up with “themes” for their golf carts.

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7Child’s Play: Control is key in dealing with asthma in youngsters. Learn what Pediatrician Dr. Ketarah Robinson has to say about asthma.

Robert Cupp, 12 years of serviceFrom nursing assistant to nurse manager

Nora Finch, 33 years of serviceFrom staff nurse to director

Wilson Medical Center publishes InVision quarterly to educate and inform you about our services and our people. InVision is a look at Wilson Medical Center now and our vision for the future.

Executive Team:President/CEO Richard HudsonCFO Lynn Lambert Vice President Rick Guarino, M.D., Medical AffairsVice President Denise O’Hara, Human ResourcesInterim Vice President Catherine Rhyne, Clinical Services

Board of Trustees:Chairman Jim PridgenVice Chairman Page SmithSecretary Carroll Coleman Treasurer Carletha WardWilliam Bynum IV, M.D.Jonathon Dewald, M.D.Sheryletta LacewellLeesa Lawrence, M.D.Rev. William PresnellTommy ShingletonJohn TiltonDavid West Tom Lucas

President, Medical StaffLeesa Lawrence, M.D.

Director, Marketing & DevelopmentLisa Briley

Manager, Corporate CommunicationsConnie Rhem

Volume 5, Number 2. Wilson Medical Center publishes InVision quarterly to share with the public information about the hospital, physicians and our other healthcare practices. The information is not intended to serve as medical advice. Please contact your physician before undertaking any form of medical treatment, exercise or nutritional program. If you prefer not to receive InVision, please call Connie Rhem at 252-399-8948 or e-mail your request to [email protected].

Wilson Medical Center1705 Tarboro St. SWWilson, N.C. 27893

www.wilmed.org

As we begin to wind down our search process for a new partner, the pace of change and the transformation in the health care industry continues to gather speed.

From the decisions in Raleigh affecting hospitals (non participation in the Federal Health Exchange and failure to expand Medicaid), to the changing regulations from Washington regarding implementation of health care reform, we continue to see change and uncertainty in our industry.

In preparing for full implementation of the Healthcare Reform Act beginning January 1, 2014, and the new demands placed on the health care delivery sys-tems, we must let our community know this is a very difficult transition time for hospitals and physicians. We all ask for your patience and understanding as we adapt to the many new demands placed on the hospital and our physician com-munity.

During this same time of transition, we will also be making changes as a result of our affiliation transition. We hope to announce our new partner at the end of this month, followed by six weeks to eight weeks of other due diligence and legal preparation. We expect to bring the transaction to a close sometime in late October or early November.

Our Board of Trustees, Physician Advisory Committee, and Community Ad-visory Committee have spent countless hours considering the right partner for Wilson Medical Center. We are looking forward to a smooth transition as we plan to ensure a successful future for Wilson Medical Center and our community.

Much as our local growers harvest fruits and vegetables like the ones on the front cover of our InVision magazine, we also hope to harvest the most out of our new relationship going forward to strengthen our health care delivery system.

Wishing you a happy and healthy summer.

Richard E. Hudson, FACHEPresident & CEO

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Wilson Medical Center is close to decision on partnership

Harvesting a happy and

healthy summer!

On the cover: Deans Farm Market (pictured) and Wilson Farmers’ Market sell in-season fruits and vegetables all year round. Specialists say diets high in fruit and vegetables are an important part of healthy meal planning. Visit these locations this summer and enjoy a summer full of healthy eating!

Combine juicy sweet peaches with a

little jalapeno heat for a healthy salsa

that gives your favorite grilled fish a

summertime kick!

11/3 cups coarsely chopped peeled

peaches, see options below (about 1

pound) 1 cup chopped red bell pepper

1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions

1/3 cup chopped fresh arugula

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2

lemons) 4 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano

1/8 teaspoon salt1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced

1 garlic clove, minced

Fish:4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

4 teaspoons olive oil

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1 garlic clove, minced

4 (6-ounce) skinless tilapia fillets (or

halibut) 3/8 teaspoon salt3/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Cooking spray Preparation1. To prepare salsa, combine first nine

ingredients; toss gently. Let stand 30

minutes before serving. Option: Leave

the skins on the peaches for added color

and texture.

2. Prepare grill to medium-high heat.

3. To prepare fish, combine 4 teaspoons

juice, oil, paprika, and 1 garlic clove

in a large, shallow glass baking dish,

stirring with a whisk. Add fish to juice

mixture; turn to coat. Cover and let

stand 15 minutes.4. Remove fish from marinade; discard

marinade. Sprinkle fish evenly with 3/8

teaspoon salt and black pepper. Place

fish on a grill rack coated with cooking

spray; grill 3 minutes on each side or

until desired degree of doneness. Serve

fish with salsa.

Recipe provided by Deans Farm Market

Peach and Pepper Salsa with Grilled Fish

Wonderful for a summer brunch or breakfast, this six-layer watermelon trifle will please any crowd.

4 cups minced watermelon3 cups fat-free vanilla yogurt (can also use Greek vanilla yogurt)2 cups low-fat granola

3 cups fat-free peach yogurt2 cups crisp rice cereal2 cups shredded coconut ½ cup minced watermelon (garnish)Mint leaves (garnish)

PreparationSpread vanilla yogurt over the bottom

of a deep glass casserole or trifle dish.Layer the remaining ingredients in the order listed above over the vanilla yogurt.Garnish top center of Trifle with remaining ½ cup minced watermelon and mint leaves. Serves 8 -12

Recipe provided by watermelon.orgSix-Layer Watermelon Trifle

4 Wilson Medical Center InVision Summer 2013

The hospital dedi-cated a room on the Pallia-tive Care Unit in Barrett’s memory on June 2. Barrett, a baseball player who pitched for the Cincinnati Reds, Boston Braves and St. Louis Cardinals, settled in Wilson upon retirement. He died July 28, 1990, while under Hospice

care. After his death, the Barrett family started a golf tournament in his memory to raise funds for Hospice. In the last 21 years, Hospice has used the funds to provide medicine and other supplies to patients and their families. “People would come out to the golf tournament to remember my dad, to recognize the incredible work of Hos-pice in our community and to help raise much-needed funds for Hospice care for those who may not be able to afford

such care,” says son Rick Barrett. “But in a personal way, it gave my mom and me the chance to reconnect with dad,” he says. “For my wife Pam and our children, Spencer and Lindsey, who never got to meet him, it gave them the chance to feel like he was part of their lives, to feel a connection with him, to hear funny stories about him from the golfers and to create memories of him that will last a lifetime.” “Hospice was a blessing to my son and me,” says wife Libby Barrett. “I don’t know what we would have done without them. They were a real comfort. Watching someone you love at the end of life is difficult enough. Thanks to Hos-pice, Rick and I were able to spend valuable quality time with him.” Hospice care provides clinical and spiritual care, as well as assistance with day-to-day living in the home environment.

To make a gift, call the Foundation office at 252-399-8975 or visit the website at www.wilmed.org/FoundHome.asp.

Hospital dedicates suite to honor Red BarrettWilson Medical Center dedicated this suite on the Palliative Care Unit in memory of Charles “Red” Barrett, a baseball player who retired in Wilson.

Attending the dedication of the suite are, from left, grandson Spencer Barrett, son Rick Barrett, wife Libby Barrett and daughter-in-law Pam. Granddaughter Lindsey is not pictured.

Charles “Red” Barrett’s legacy lives on, thanks to a partnership between Hospice of

Wilson Medical Center and the Barrett family.


“When you’re busy, oftentimes it’s easier to justify or rationalize mak-ing less healthy choices,” says Paula Furiness, Wellness Services coordi-nator and an exercise physiologist at Wilson Medical Center. “A good place to get started is setting a specific, realistic goal for yourself,” she says. “Saying you’re going to lose 10 pounds doesn’t say anything about how you’re going to do it. ‘I’m going to eat at least one vegetable at lunch’ is a more specif-ic and focused behavior change to practice. Or, ‘I plan to walk three days a week at the track after work at 5:30 p.m.’ is more specific than ‘I’m going to exercise every day.’” Mrs. Furiness says one way to get on the road to fitness is to ask yourself what you’re doing to sup-port your goals of being healthier and physically fit, for example. Jeanne Dao agrees. Ms. Dao is a licensed and registered dietitian at Wilson Medical Center. “When I meet with someone, I look at restructuring their day,

nutritionally,” Ms. Dao says. “Not telling them what they can and can’t eat. “Diet is a noun that is defined as what you eat during the day,” she says. “Dieting is a verb that implies you can eat some things and not others. And failing makes people feel guilty. “There is no guilt,” she says. “My consultations with people are about developing a good relation-ship with food and learning how each food makes you feel.” The two agree that talking with people is essential to setting them up for success.

DIET & EXERCISE BALANCE ARE KEY TO ANY lifestyle change.

Always shop the perimeter of

the grocery store first. Start with

lots of fruits and vegetables.

Choose whole wheat or whole

grains in the bakery and fish,

seafood or lean cuts in the

meat section. The dairy section

should include skim or 1% milk

or yogurt.

Paula Furiness and Jeanne DaoTo contact Mrs. Furiness or Ms. Dao, email them at [email protected] or [email protected].

Therearealotofpositiveresults from exercising and eatinghealthy.Bothpositivelyaffectthebodyfromheadtotoe:

>> Strength training helps you get stronger and more toned, improves balance, and reduces the risk of falls.

>> Resistance training can improve posture and de crease lower back discom fort. Mrs. Furiness recom mends choosing exercises that include the legs, back, chest, shoulders, arms and abdomen.

>> Releases “feel good” chemicals in the brain. “Eatingthreesmallmeals a day with healthy snacks in between also keeps your body from experiencing peaks that hype you up and valleys that leave you grouchy and lethargic,” Ms. Dao says.

>> Improvesinsulinsensitivity and reduces your risk of diabetes.

>> Are key in losing weight and maintaining weight loss. Activitieslikebikeriding, walking and swimming encourage calorie burning, an important aspect of weightreduction,saysMrs. Furiness. “Add the resistance training to minimize muscle loss while losing weight,” she adds. Reachingahealthyweightwithahealthydietandexerciseises-sentialtolong-termsuccess,Mrs.FurinessandMs.Daoagree.Realisticandconcretefitnessgoals,coupledwithfoodchoicesthatsustainandenergizeyourbodyhelp create a successful plan for lifelonghealth.

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Watching children run, laugh and play makes many parents nostalgic for the in-nocent freedom of childhood. But for children with asthma, the pic-ture might be different. “Children with uncontrolled asthma may have difficulty playing and sleeping, as well as performing normal childhood activities,” says Ketarah Robinson, M.D., of Eastern Carolina Pediatrics. She was the guest speaker at dr. talks. dr. talks is a free educational session that is open to the public. A number of things can trigger asthma symptoms or an asthma attack. Triggers may include exercise, weather changes, viral respiratory infections, expo-sure to allergens like dust or pollen, and exposure to airway irritants like tobacco smoke. Symptoms of asthma include coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and chest tightness - all of which are also common at night, causing sleep disturbance. Nighttime

issues sometimes cause daytime issues, she says. “Of the children in North Carolina with asthma, almost half missed at least one day of school because of their asthma in the past year,” Dr. Robinson says. “Managed properly, asthma can be controlled and allow children to engage in the same activities as other children, for the most part,” Dr. Robinson says. “All children who have persistent asthma should be monitored at regular intervals to assess how well their asthma is being controlled.” Persistent asthma ranges from mild to severe, depending on how often daytime and nighttime symptoms occur and how limited the child is in activities. Intermittent asthma occurs fewer than two days a week and does not result in any nighttime symptoms or limits in activity. Dr. Robinson recommends that parents talk with their child’s physician concerning medical management of asthma. Treat-ments range from daily prevention medi-cations to fast-acting medications used to relax or re-open the airways.

Control is key in dealing with asthma in youngsters

Eastern Carolina PediatricsKetarah Robinson, M.D.

1702 Medical Park DriveWilson, NC 27893

(252) 243-7944

Not so fun facts about asthma and children >>

Child’s play

Wilson Pediatrician Ketarah Robinson, M.D., says that while asthma is a serious condition, properly treated, children can live happy, healthy lives. Here are a few facts you might want to know about childhood asthma:

One out of 10 children in

North Carolina has asthma.

Asthma is a preventable

cause of death in children.

Children with asthmaare37times

more likely to miss school. Almost half of the children

in North Carolina have missed one day of school

in the past year due to their asthma.

Childhood asthma

continuestobe

a leading cause of

emergency room

visits,hospitalizations

and days missed from school.


ladies paint the town pink Whether supporting WilMed Healthcare Foundation through the 11th annual Super Swing or through fundraisers and education events to raise awareness about breast cancer, our Pink Ladies are an integral part of the Foundation. Super Swing raised nearly $140,000 through monetary gifts and in-kind donations. The tournament has grown to include 269 golf, tennis and bridge players, 45 volunteers, and more than 175 sponsors. Our after-tournament thank you party drew more than 365

attendees. Thank you!

Tennis winners were first place Haywood Edmundson,

left, and third place Sydney Williford.

Page Smith, not pictured, placed second.

Upcoming EventsBarton Soccer September 25

Ruby Tuesday October 2-4

Moe’s October 9

Mother’s Day Mammograms October 7-8

Chick-fil-A October 17

Jersey Mike’s October 22

Pizza Inn October 24

Chick-fil-A October 31

box lunches

Building a Foundation

Men’s golf winners for the 11th an-

nual Super Swing were The Wilson

Meat & Packing team of, from left,

Chris McKeel, Cliff Watson, Gordon

Mattox and Rick Proctor.

Betty Banks, Hazel Byers and Martha Walston, from left, won first, second and third

places respectively in bridge.

Thank you to our Super Swing presenting sponsors:

Carolina Radiology Consultants, Turner, Fred and

Joe Bunn, Carolina Forge and BB&T

WilMed Healthcare Foundation’s Pink Night at Gillette Athletic Complex raised more than $1,000 for the Foundation through the sale of baked goods and pink and white baseball necklaces. Breast cancer survivor Kelly Gunter led her First Presbyterian Church pre-K class in singing the national anthem before Pink Lady and cancer survivor Cathy Heeley threw the first pitch. Players and spectators also bowed their heads during a moment of silence for cancer survivors. Pink Ladies and breast cancer survivors Glenda Patterson and Rosa Lucas co-chaired the event.

Eastern Carolina Pathology won in women’s golf play. Pathologist Jim Cash, M.D., poses with members of the women’s team, from left, Jane Mat-thews, Cathy Garris, Rhonda Williams and Lisa Matthews.

These community groups support the Foundation: (left to right, top to bottom) Barton Baseball Pink Night, $1525; The Hard Hittas, $1,600; Greenfield School, $4,000; Company Dancers of Hunter’s Dance Showcase, $33,000; Junior Pink Ladies Club at Hunt High School, $400, and Fike High School Senior (Jordan Peterson) Project, $450.

Wilson Medical Center CEO Rick Hudson, right, talks to attendees of WilMed Healthcare Foundation’s first Advocates event.

WilMed Healthcare Foundation is reach-ing out to young leaders in our community through a new Foundation Advocates group. “Educating and engaging our future leaders will ensure the growth and quality of health care for many generations to come,” says Foundation Manager Robin Williams. “The work we’re doing with the support of our volunteers is so important,” Mrs. Wil-liams says. “But it’s important to make sure we have that volunteer base for the future, too. We have such an engaged group of young people, and I believe they’re ready to help us move forward.”

WilMed Healthcare Foundation Man-ager Robin Williams says the foundation’s success is due to the support of the Wilson community. Students are helping women and children by raising money through Kids Helping Kids and Pink Nights with area baseball teams continue to draw crowds. And finally, a local bike group is raising awareness and funds with an annual ride through Wilson. “The support we get from our com-munity is just awesome,” Mrs. Williams says. “We have a great core of volunteers, and we couldn’t do what we do without them.” If you’re interested in making a gift or learning more about our programs, call Mrs. Williams at 252-399-8975 or visit the Foundation page at www.wilmed.org.

Building a Foundation

Foundation Advocates

Committeemembers:

Frank Batten, DVMPaula BensonMary BoyetteMegan EichelbergerKim EllisWill FarrisClay HinnantKathleen PhillipsMelanie RaynorJohn T. SmithPage SmithWallace ThomasCharlotte Vick-Ferrell

community support

planning for the future

Like WilMed Healthcare Foundation on facebook.

Sayeed Hossain, M.D.FACP, FCCP

You are get ing very sleepy . . .7things you need to know about

obstructive sleep apnea? What is sleep?

Sleep is a naturally occuring state during which a person is in a reduced or absent state of consciousness, has relatively suspended activity of the senses and inactivity of nearly all voluntary muscles. There are two stages of sleep: non-REM sleep and REM sleep. Non-REM sleep is in three stages that range from wakefulness and a light sleep to a deep sleep. About 25% of our total sleep is REM. REM typically starts between 60 minutes to 90 minutes. Sleep rejuvenates the entire body. The amount of sleep each person needs depends on a number of varying factors. Eight hours is a good average for adults.

? What is obstructive sleep apnea syndrome?Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome occurs when a person’s upper airway is completely or partly blocked - decreasing the amount of air in the lungs.

Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common form of sleep apnea. Up to 26% of adults are at high risk. People from 18 to 45 years old have a higher risk of obstructive sleep apnea.

and nasal decongestion. Because OSAS interrupts restful sleep, someone with this illness might complain to his/her physician about snoring, daytime sleepiness, fatigue, poor concentration, nighttime chest pain or awakening with the sensation of choking, gasping or smothering.

We diagnose OSAS by taking into account the patient’s complaint, history, and the results of a physical exam, overnight sleep study, nighttime oximetry (which mea-sure levels of oxygen in a person’s blood) and portable sleep study.

Treatments range, depending on the severity of the is-sue. Behavior modifications and weight loss are advised for all cases. CPAP is the “gold standard” treatment. You and your physician might try having you sleep us-ing any number of breathing machines that generate a continuous flow of air during the entire beathing cycle to keep the airway open - CPAP, BIPAP, APAP or ASV. The patient breathes in and out by themselves. Oral ap-pliances and even surgery might be required.

Wilson Pulmonary & Internal Medi-cine is located at 1812 Glendale Drive, SW, Suite A. You may reach the office by calling 252-291-5864. My clinical interests are pulmonary, sleep and criti-cal care. I am board certified in internal medicine and pulmonary medicine. I am also a fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP) and the American College of Chest Physicians (FCCP).

? How common is obstructive sleep apnea syndrome?

?What are the symptoms of and risk factors for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome?Usually someone’s partner is the first to notice the symptoms of with OSAS. If your partner says that you snore, then pause and sometimes “awaken” with a jerk, snort or gasp, you might have sleep apnea. Definite risk factors include obesity, abnormalities of the upper airway’s soft tissue and of the head and face. Potential risk factors are heredity, smoking

?Where is care available in Wilson for this illness?

? How is obstructive sleep apnea diagnosed?

? What is the treatment for obstructive sleep apnea?


You are get ing very sleepy . . . CyndiPilkingtonisacertifiedphysicianassistant(PA-C)andaregistereddietitian(RD)

inOccupationalHealth.

Words to live by: Eat less, exercise more, quit smoking

CHECKING IN ON MEN’S HEALTH

>> BLOOD PRESSUREStroke is the No. 4 killer of men, and high blood pressure is one of the most common causes of stroke. Get your health care pro-vider to check these numbers. If your blood pressure is borderline or high (above 120/80), check them at home and follow the medica-tion and diet regimen your doctor prescribes.

>> CHOLESTEROLHeart disease is the number one killer of American men. Higher risk men include those over the age of 45, those with a family history of heart attack at age 55 or younger, smokers, or those who are obese. Cholesterol levels also help to predict your risk, so get them checked at least yearly.

>> COLON CANCER Along with prostate cancer, colon cancer is highly preventable with the proper screening. Colonoscopies start at age 50 and should typically occur every 10 years if your physician doesn’t find polyps. Your physician’s recom-mendations will change based on your family history, race and personal colonoscopy history. Discuss these issues with your physician to make sure you are screened at the appropri-ate time and frequency.

>> HEMOGLOBIN A1CYour Hemoglobin A1C is your average blood sugars over the last two to three months. He-moglobin A1C has recently been approved as a diagnostic laboratory test for diabetes. Get this checked yearly and watch your weight. Uncontrolled diabetes leads to many other conditions, such as nerve and eye damage. It also coincides with heart disease, kidney failure and many other chronic conditions.

>> PROSTATE SCREENINGProstate cancer is slow growing. If not caught early, prostate cancer can spread to other or-gans. Yearly prostate screenings should gener-ally start at age 50. If diagnosed with prostate cancer early, you have a number of treatment options to choose from to cure the disease.

>> SKIN CANCERDid you spend endless hours in the sun when you were younger? Or perhaps you are on the golf course or swimming pool often these days. A yearly check with a dermatologist will help you keep an eye on any suspicious areas that might need a biopsy. If the biopsy comes back positive for basal or squamous cell growth or malignancy, you and your physician will work on an appropriate treatment plan.

>>BottomLineEat a balanced diet, use good portion control, exercise most days of the week, and if you’re a smoker, quit. Also, be sure to see your doctor at least every year in order to make sure you are on track for general health maintenance.

To all of the men out there: when was the last time you went to the doctor? Well now is the time! Men’s Health Week was in June. Did you celebrate? Did you spend

some time doing something to make and keep your body healthy? Did you take advantage of screenings? If so, great! If not, now’s the time to get started for next year. A diet rich in fruits and vegetables and whole grains, coupled with at least 30 minutes of exercise four times a week, is the first step in maintaining good health. Screenings appropriate to your age and family history are also important. Here are some recommendations for you so that by next June, you are well on your way to good health!

doctors the

are inMeet our newest physicians

Alvin Antony, M.D.Carolina Sports and Spine2401-J Wooten Boulevard(252) 442-4024

Medical degree/internship: University of North Carolina School of MedicineResidency: in physical medicine and rehabilitation (physiatry) at UNCFellowship: in sports and spine medicine at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York CityDr. Antony is board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation and pain medicine.

Dr. Antony

Rx

Lillian Burke, M.D.Regional Medical Oncology Center2624 Ortho Drive(252) 991-5261regionaloncology.com

Medical degree: University of Minnesota School of MedicineInternship/residency: University of Alabama at BirminghamFellowship: in hematology/medical oncology, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical CenterDr. Burke is board certified in internal medicine, hematology and medical oncology.

Dr. Burke

Lauren Bollenback, D.M.D.Wilson Pediatric Dentistry2401-F Wooten Boulevard(252) 291-4300

Medical degree: University of Florida College of DentistryResidency: in pediatric dentistry at the University of Louisville School of DentistryDr. Bollenback is board eligible in pediatric dentistry.

Dr. Bollenback

Cassandra Moore, M.D.Southeastern Medical Oncology Center2410 Montgomery Drive(252) 293-0777cancersmoc.com

Medical degree: University of New MexicoInternship/residency: University of MassachusettsFellowship: hematology/medical oncology, Duke UniversityDr. Moore is board certified in internal medicine and medical oncology.

Dr. Moore

Rollin Desauguste, M.D.Vidant Medical Group at Wilson Medical Center1705 Tarboro Street SW(252) 399-7332

Medical degree/internship: State University of HaitiResidency: in general surgery from Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center in New YorkDr. Desauguste is board certified in internal medicine.

Dr. Desauguste

“I’m an only child and a single parent,” Shannon Fer-rell tells attendees of a recent dr. talks presentation. “I was overwhelmed,” she says. “Someone told me if I had any questions Valerie Kersey was the person to call.” A registered and oncol-ogy-certified nurse, Mrs. Kersey is Wilson Medical Center’s first oncology nurse navigator.

Worthwhile work WMC and WilMed Healthcare Foundation, in collaboration with Radiation Oncologist Margaret Metts, M.D., and UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, started the Oncology Nurse Navigator Program (ONNP) just more than a year ago. So far, 90 patients have received care through ONNP, resulting in 1,450 contacts between Mrs. Kersey and patients. Oncology Nurse Naviga-tion pairs Mrs. Kersey with cancer patients from diag-nosis. She navigates them

through a wide range of services - from coordinating surgery, and medical and ra-diation oncology to assisting with insurance needs. In addition to helping patients navigate through the cancer care process, Mrs. Kersey’s role includes educa-tion, prevention and tran-sitioning patients through survivorship. “I see patients forever,” Mrs. Kersey says. “Survivor-ship starts the day you receive a cancer diagnosis. Every day you live with cancer is a day you’ve lived with cancer.

A true angel On Mrs. Craft’s first day of survivorship, Val-erie Kersey walked into her hospital room. “I didn’t call her,” Mrs. Ferrell says. “She answered all of our ques-tions, helped mom apply for Medicaid and assisted us with medications.” Then in February, Mrs. Craft was suffering from chest pain and called Mrs. Kersey. “Valerie called mom’s doctor and they both agreed

we needed to call 911,” Mrs. Ferrell says. (Her medi-cal oncologist is Scott Smith, M.D., of Southeastern Medical Oncology Center.) “Valerie called 911, got in her own car, went to my mom’s house, sat with her and followed the ambulance to the hospital,” she says. In a letter, Mrs. Ferrell calls Mrs. Kersey “a friend, a resource and, more than that, a true angel.”

Fighting the good fight “The cancer journey is a stressful time,” Dr. Metts says. “A lot of things are thrown at you, and it’s very overwhelming.” The concept of navigation began in 1990 by Harold P. Freeman, M.D., Dr. Metts says. After starting such a program in Harlem in 1986, the survival rate from cancer went from 30 percent to 70percent. Which is why, Dr. Metts

says, she wanted to start a navigation program in Wilson. She says the navigation program is now a national movement and is a standard for accreditation by the American College of Sur-geons and the Commission on Cancer. WMC is accred-ited by both organizations.

Breaking down barriers Though young, the pro-gram has grown - adding art therapy and possibly a volun-teer program in the future. Transportation is one of the primary barriers to care for some in Wilson County. Wilson County needs a group of volunteers to trans-port patients to and from doctor’s appointments and treatments. “Transportation is our biggest need for the future,” Mrs. Kersey says. “And I know we can do it.”

NAVIGATING CANCER CARE

1,450 ways we’re making a difference

PHYLLIS CRAFT DELAYED SEEKING MEDICAL CARE.

BUT SHORTNESS OF BREATH SENT HER TO WILSON MEDICAL

CENTER’S EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT, AND ON NOVEMBER 1, 2012,

MRS. CRAFT LEARNED SHE HAD STAGE 3 LUNG CANCER.

Wilson Medical Center sponsors dr. talks, a free and open educational forum for the community.

To give a gift to the Oncology Nurse Navigator Program, call 252-399-8975 or visit the

Foundation page at www.wilmed.org.

MARGARET METTS, M.D. VALERIE KERSEY, RN

Greg ClineManagerBudget, Decision Support and Reimbursement

Catherine RhyneInterim Vice PresidentClinical Services

meet our newest leaders

‘Bag of tricks’ is volunteers’ secret

Mattie Fenn, left, receives the 2012 Volunteer of the Year Award from Libby Baskervill, Volunteer Services director. Mrs. Fenn volunteered for 701 hours of the 28,000 total.

Volunteers walk into Wilson Medical Center every day full of encouragement, kindness,

time, levity and a servant’s heart.

Volunteer Services Director Libby Baskervill told volunteers that each of them has talents that make them stronger as a whole - making a difference in the lives of Wilson Medical Center patients. “Encouragement is the common thread that binds us in both joy and pain,” Mrs. Baskervill says. “When you deliver a warm smile, you are showing a kindness. You leave something special that hovers in the room. “Sometimes we need just a smile or even a laugh,” she says. “You offer levity, and suddenly, the sun

pops out and things just look more shiny and promising.” Maybe the most impor-tant things volunteers offer are their time and their ser-vants’ hearts, Mrs. Basker-vill says. “None of us has enough time, yet you find the time to serve here each week. I’m so fortunate to be surrounded by more than 200 wonderful volun-teers with servants’ hearts. I know each of you is looking at others through the lens of love. You give our patients hope. Hope and a ser-vant’s heart turn that everyday bag

of tricks into a bag of miracles.” To volunteer, call Director Libby Baskervill at 252-399-8770.


Volunteers serve our patrons at Friendly Expressions gift shop. Like our Friendly Expressions page on facebook.

Nadine Skinner

M.D., FAAFPBoard Certified Family Physician

Alesha AkinsPA-CCertified Physician Assistant

www.wilmed.org

New Hope primary Care4845 Nash Street NW, Suite A

Wilson, NC 27896-7803(252) 243-0053

Beyond physicals and vaccinations, New Hope Primary Care treats the whole patient - focusing on prevention, early detection and treatment. Dr. Nadine Skinner and Certified Physician Assistant Alesha Akins provide that level of care every day. From infants to the elderly, we’re here to treat your entire family.

Providing Excellence. One Patient at a Time.

Changing Patient Lives for the Better Every Day.


When it comes to doctors,choose the best. We did.

Please join us in welcoming several new physicians who have chosen to makeWilson Medical Center their professional home.

Choose Well. Choose Wilson.www.wilmed.org

Congratulations and welcome to our newest physicians!From left to right: Fernando X. Castro, MD , Priyan C. Samarakoon, MD, Nadine Skinner, MD,

Benjamin Thomas, MD, Malay Agrawal, MD, and J. Mark Brumit, MD

1705 Tarboro Street SWWilson, NC 27893

NON-PROFIT ORGU.S. POSTAGE

PAIDWILSON, NC

PERMIT NO. 240

When it comes to doctors,choose the best. We did.

Please join us in welcoming several new physicians who have chosen to makeWilson Medical Center their professional home.


Congratulations and welcome to our newest physicians!From left to right: Fernando X. Castro, MD , Priyan C. Samarakoon, MD, Nadine Skinner, MD,

Benjamin Thomas, MD, Malay Agrawal, MD, and J. Mark Brumit, MD

1705 Tarboro Street SWWilson, NC 27893

NON-PROFIT ORGU.S. POSTAGE

PAIDWILSON, NC

PERMIT NO. 240


WILSON ENT & SINUS CENTER

If you suff er from sinus pressure, cough, fatigue or discolored mucous, the choice is clear.Dr. Ken Johnson and the staff of Wilson ENT & Sinus Center are here to help. Committed to providing the highest quality medical/surgical care of the head and neck, our cumulative years of training allow us to off er the very best medical treatment for you and your family.

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For ear, nose and throat problems, the choice is clear.

OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:• Acute and chronic respiratory diseases• Balloon sinuplasty• Ear infections• Head and neck cancer• Head and neck surgery• Hearing loss, ear pain, tinnitus & vertigo

• Hoarseness/refl ux• Nasal problems/nasal surgery• Sinusitis/sinus surgery• Sore throats/tonsillitis• Th yroid and parathyroid disorders • All pediatric ear, nose and throat disorders

If you’re ready to experience relief, schedule an appointment with Dr. Ken Johnson, a board-certifi ed ear, nose and throat specialist today. To schedule an appointment, call 252-399-5300.

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