JCMG eMag - February 2015

eMagFEBRUARY 2015 • JCMG.ORG

MEETING MEDICATIONCHALLENGES AS YOU AGE

WHAT’SINSIDE

2 COVER STORY Meeting Medication

Challenges As You Age

8 CLINIC PROFILE JCMG Associated

Family Physicians

4 JCMG NEW DOCTOR JCMG Welcomes

Dr. Brian Johnson to Internal Medicine

6 JCMG CONGRATULATES Dr. Burns Earns Shareholder

Status

10 JCMG RECEPTION Newest JCMG Physicians

Welcomed

13 EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT Bill Gibson14 EMPLOYEE EXCLUSIVE 17 WHAT’S HAPPENING 20 WELLNESS CORNER / MONEY MATTERS

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COVER STORY

MEETING MEDICATION CHALLENGES AS YOU AGE According to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, 75 percent of people older than 65 have more than one chronic health problem. So, at this stage of life, it’s common to take many different drugs.

The problem is it can be hard to keep track of more than one drug. And how your body responds to medicines can also change as you age. Challenges like these may explain why one-third of

hospitalizations among older patients are due to drug-related problems.

Communicating well with your pharmacist can help you stay safe and ensure your drugs work the right way. Each person’s situation is unique, so get the personal attention you deserve. Ask JCMG pharmacists any questions you may have.

In the meantime, here are some ways to manage common challenges you may face:

BY ASHLEY SCHREINER, PHARMD, JCMG HEALTHMART PHARMACY

1. Multiple meds. It helps to use one pharmacy for all your prescriptions and refills. That way, we can check for potential interactions between your medications. And we can suggest supplements that would be safe for you to take along with those drugs.

Bring a list of all your prescription and over-the-counter medications and vitamins and supplements. Let’s discuss ways to synchronize or simplify your medication schedule. Ask about our refill reminder program—you never need to miss a dose!

If you notice any side effects, tell your doctor and pharmacist right away. This can be a reaction to a drug or a combination of drugs. It may also be due to an interac-tion with alcohol or certain foods.

2. Forgetfulness. You may find it helpful to write down your medication schedule. Note the day and time to take each drug, and what it’s for. Include special instructions such as whether to take the drug with food and where to store it.

Special pill boxes may also help. Also, set a daily routine and tie it to another well-ingrained habit. For example, if you need to take a medication at night, keep those pills near your toothbrush.

3. Cost. On fixed incomes, many older adults are concerned about the high cost of medications. First of all, know that skipping doses or not filling your prescription is not a safe solution. You need to take the drug exactly as directed.

Talk to a JCMG pharmacist about ways to reduce costs. For example, we can see whether a generic version of your drug is available. Or you may be eligible for a prescription assistance program. Also, ask your insurance company if you can get a senior citizen discount.

Before filling a prescription, your doctor may have free samples available. This isn’t a long-term solution. But you can try a drug for free while seeing if it works with a minimum of side effects.

4. Swallowing or dexterity problems. Do you have trouble swallowing pills or opening pill bottles? Together, we can come up with a solution.

For example, easy-to-open containers are okay if there are no children in your home. And, you may be able to take a liquid medicine instead of pills. Check with a JCMG pharmacist first before chewing or crushing tablets.

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Stop by and talk to a pharmacy

team member for more information or go to:

www.jcmg.org

Now AvailableOnline &

Mobile AppPrescription

Refills

HoUrS: 8 am - 6 pm monday-Friday9 am - 2 pm weekends & most holidays

573.556.7780

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JCMG NEW DOCTOR

JCMG WELCOMES DR. BRIAN JOHNSON to Internal MedicineJCMG is pleased to announce that Brian Johnson, MD, has joined the Infectious Diseases team with Donald Miller, MD, and Cathy Schafer, MSN, RN, BC, FNP.

Dr. Johnson has 14 years experience as a board certified infectious disease specialist. He has been in practice in Columbia since completing his training in 2000. For the past 12 years he served as the Infection Control Committee Chairman at Boone Hospital Center.

One of the many interesting things about Dr. Johnson is that he hadn’t original-ly planned to become a physician. When he started college in 1978, he majored in

forestry at the University of Missouri-Columbia. While in college, he took a job working the night shift in the hospital lab. Upon completing his degree he was

having difficulty finding a position in the forestry field so he took a new position at the hospital as a laboratory assistant and returned to school

to complete his second degree, Medical Technology. While working as a medical technologist, he became involved in a project that helped to develop a lab in an outpatient clinic setting. He discovered how much he enjoyed working with patients and it sparked his desire to pursue a career as a physician. Also at that time he met his wife, Susan, who is an internal medicine physician at Boone Hospital, and together they decided that he, too, should obtain his medical degree.

Dr. Johnson completed medical school and his infectious diseases fellowship at the University of Missouri-Columbia. While in training during 1999 and 2000, he won the Department of Internal Medicine Student Teaching Award “Outstanding Fellow.” He also completed an internal medicine residency at St. John’s Mercy Medical Center in St. Louis.

Dr. Johnson enjoys working with patients with complicated infectious disease conditions, especially those with HIV.

Dr. Johnson said, “My wife and I are both physicians and we made our home in mid-Missouri over 30 years ago. This is where we raised our children and built our careers and I am very pleased to be able to join Dr. Donald Miller and JCMG so that I can continue to serve my patients and colleagues here at home.”

In addition to caring for patients, Dr. Johnson still gets to use his forestry degree in his hobbies and enjoys managing the woodlands on his farm and raising native plants in his garden.

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To make an appointment with Dr. Johnson, please call 573-635-5264.

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Cancer is not the final word.

Shadi Haddadin, M.D.

1241 W. Stadium Blvd., Jefferson City

Terri Stone, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, AOCNP

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JCMG CONGRATULATES

DR. BURNS EARNS SHAREHOLDER STATUSDavid Burns, MD, radiologist, has earned the status of shareholder with JCMG.

Shareholder status in JCMG is conferred by a vote of the board of directors. It requires that the physician have a growing medical practice and a high level of achievement in their medical field. Other factors include professional excellence, patient satisfaction, and collegial working relationships with their peers.

Dr. Burns joined JCMG in July 2011 after completing a fellowship in cardiothoracic radiology at the top respiratory hospital in the country—National Jewish Health in Denver.

At that time, he was the only radiologist between St. Louis and Kansas City with the additional cardiothoracic training.

A native of Kansas City, Dr. Burns received his undergraduate and medical degrees at the University of Missouri-Columbia. He also completed a radiology residency there.

Dr. Burns was attracted to radiology because of its advancing technology that enables doctors to pinpoint the presence and nature of disease and abnormalities. “It’s an ever-changing and improving field,” he says. “I like practicing as a consultant to other doctors. I’m honored to be a part of JCMG and look forward to being a part of this group for a long time to come.”

I’m honored to be a part of JCMG and look forward to being a part of this group for a long time to come.

Pictured at the shareholder closing from left to right: Dr. Richard Jennett, JCMG President; Dr. David Burns, RAD; Patrick Menzies, JCMG COO; Dr. Jeffrey Patrick, RAD; Dr. E. Dwain Roberts, RAD.

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A woman’s chance of developing breast cancer in her lifetime is 1 in 8. Early detection is the best protection, which is why JCMG offers patients 3D mammography!

Clinically proven technology combined with compassionate and experienced staff provides the best in breast cancer detection right here at JCMG.

What would you call breakthrough technology that detects 41% more invasive breast cancers? We call it 3D Mammography at JCMG

IMAGING APPOINTMENT LINE: 556-7755WWW.JCMG.ORG 1241 W. STADIUM BLVD.

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CLINIC PROFILE

Front row (L to R): Andrea Thornsberry, Dr. Patrick Sporleder, Susan Lange, and Mary MeisenheimerBack row (L to R): Misti Williams, Alysia Vaughn, Eliza Hinkle, Chelsea Helton, and Mandy Wilson

JCMG ASSOCIATED FAMILY PHYSICIANS Do you need an appointment today? You can trust that JCMG Associated Family Physicians will work hard to fit you into their schedule. Perhaps it’s that patient-centered focus that has people voting Dr. Patrick Sporleder as best local doctor, according to Jefferson City Magazine, City’s Best poll and the News Tribune Reader’s Choice.

Patrick Sporleder, D.O., has been providing total health care for families in the Jefferson City area since 2000. As a family medicine physician, he is trained to prevent, diagnose, and treat a wide variety of ailments affecting patients of all ages.

Dr. Sporleder received his Doctor of Osteopathy degree at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he completed an internship and residency. He is board-certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Family Practice.

Dr. Sporleder joined JCMG in 2013. Soon thereafter Adult Nurse Practitioner, Susan Lange, joined his practice. Lange received a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from Barnes Hospital College of Nursing at the University of Missouri-St. Louis and a Master’s Degree and Adult Nurse Practitioner certification from Jewish Hospital College of Nursing and Allied Health at Washington University Medical Center. She has been caring for adult patients in this area for the last eight and a half years.

JCMG Associated Family Physicians, 3527 West Truman Blvd., are open for patients from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. New patients are welcome. To schedule an appointment, please call 573-761-7979.

To schedule an appointment, please call 573-761-7979.

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Raj Karuparthi, MD

Dr. Raj KaruparthiJCMG Cardiology

Dr. Karuparthi is an interventional cardiologist that performs traditional interventional cardiology and peripheral vascular procedures, such as cardiac and peripheral diagnostic angiogram and interventional procedures such as balloon angioplasty and stent placement.

Dr. Karuparthi completed a fellowship in interventional cardiology at Michigan State University, Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He fulfilled his general cardiology fellowship and internal medicine residency at the University of Missouri in Columbia. He is board certified in internal medicine, cardiology, echocardiology and nuclear cardiology. He is board eligible in interventional cardiology and cardiac computed tomography (CT).

“It is an exciting time in the field of interventional cardiology with several advances in percutaneous techniques for the treatment of cardiovascular disease,” says Dr. Karuparthi. “I feel privileged to have trained with some of the world-renowned experts in this field, and look forward to providing the best possible care to my patients.”

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Karuparthi, please

call 635-JCMG (5264).

Welcomes...

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JCMG RECEPTION

A physician reception, to welcome JCMG’s newest physicians to the community, was sponsored by Central Bank and hosted at the home of Dr. Chandra and Barb Prasad in January.

JCMG’S NEWEST PHYSICIANS WELCOMED

Pictured above are Jane and Dr. Karl HaakePictured below are Dr. J.P. and Kristen McAleer

Pictured above are Dr. John Sanfelippo, Drs. Preethi and Raj Karuparthi, and Debbie Sanfelippo; Pictured below are Terri Stone, Dr. Krishna Mettu, Dr. Shadi Haddadin and Dr. Sara Bohn

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Pictured above and clockwise: Dr. Lora Folz, Margaret and Dr. Jonathan Craighead; Terri Stone, Dr. John Bechtel and Dr. Shadi Haddadin; Dr. Chandra Prasad and Dr. George Carr; Dr. Anne Petersen and Dr. Reggie Vaden; Dr. Joseph and Kathy Wang, Dr. Donald Miller and Dr. Brian Johnson.

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BILL GIBSON

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

Q&AJCMG MAIL CLERK

Q: How long have you worked at JCMG? A: I began working at JCMG in September – seven years

ago.

Q: What do you do at JCMG? A: I am a courier for JCMG, which involves carrying

correspondence, images and lab samples from and to JCMG.

Q: What do you like to do in your spare time? A: I enjoy photography. I also like to barbeque, read,

follow my four grandchildren in their activities and sing. I’ve sung with several groups. I’m an original member of Monticello and the Missourians. Currently, I’m taking a course from Yale University – Professor Joanne B. Freeman on The American Revolution.

Q: What is something that most people don’t know about you?

A: As a youth, I studied the bible for six years. I have been in two movies—neither in English.

Q: What is your favorite book? A: Stranger in a Strange Land by Robert Heinlien.

Pictured clockwise: Bill is featured here with the Monticello singers. He enjoyed time with his two oldest grandchildren at Universal Studios. He was able to capture a rare moment when his youngest, twin grandchildren were seated at the piano.

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Congratulations

EMPLOYEE EXCLUSIVE

Congratulations to Raj Karuparthi, MD, on becoming board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in Interventional Cardiology.

Family Medicine employee of the month for January was Vicki Clad .

More information about the events listed above may be found on the JCMG Intranet.

Feb. 6 – Wear Red DayJoin co-workers and wear your red shirt on Friday, Feb. 6 in support of the national “Go Red” initiative to encourage awareness of women and heart disease. For a $5 donation to the JCMG Heart Walk team, you may wear jeans with your red shirt, tie, scarf, etc. To make a donation, please contact Dianne Kottwitz in Cardiology. A photo of everyone in their red attire will be taken at 8:15 a.m. in the JCMG Lobby.

Feb. 11 – Valentine’s Day Treat BagsThe JCMG Heart Walk team will sell Valentine’s Day treat bags filled with a homemade sugar cookie and candy for $1. To place your order, contact Cardiology by Friday, Feb. 6. Ordered treats may be picked up on Wednesday, Feb. 11.

Feb. 17 – Fat Tuesday TreatsEIC will serve up Mardi Gras cake to employees on Fat Tuesday from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Employee Lounge. Satellite clinics will also be treated to cupcakes.

Feb. 25 – March of Dimes Kick-OffEnjoy a sandwich, chips, cookie and a drink for $5 as the March of Dimes team officially begins fundraising efforts. The event will begin at 11 a.m., until food is sold out, in the Employee Lounge.

FEBRUARY EVENTS

Dr. Bohn Named Fellow of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine

The American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine has recognized Sara Bohn, DO, JCMG Family Health Clinic, with one of the highest honors they can bestow on a physician as a Fellow of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine.

This month, Dr. Bohn will travel to Philadelphia to be acknowledged as a physician whose professional knowledge and activities have promoted the practice of hospice and palliative medicine. This achieve-ment is through work experience, testing, membership with the academy and board certification.

Dr. Bohn has worked in the hospice and palliative medicine field over the past 22 years, since completing her residency in family medicine.

Contact Rhonda or Dianne at 573-635-5264 ext. 5349 to register.

Dinner & Trivia NightHosted by JCMG’s Heart Walk Team

Saturday, April 25, 20156 to 10 p.m.

American Legion Hall(1423 Tanner Bridge Road, Jefferson City)

Registration Form Dinner only, 5 and older ______# of persons at $10 each for a total of $______

Dinner only, Under 5 ______# of children at $5 each for a total of $_________

Trivia Only ______# of persons at $10 each for a total of $ ___________

Trivia & Dinner ______# of persons at $15 each for a total of $________

Team: Team Captain___________________ Phone Number ____________

Team Name ___________________________________________________

Total Amount Due $_________________

*Individual registrants are welcome and will be placed on a team.

3 Ways to Participate:1. All-You-Can-Eat Fried Chicken Dinner

$10.00 per person, $5.00 for children under the age of 5

OR2. Trivia & Dinner Combo

$15.00 per person or $120.00 for table of 8

OR3. Trivia Only

$10.00 per person or $80 per table of 8

* Dinner served from 6-7 p.m.* 1st Place Cash Prize!* Door Prizes* Silent Auction* Cash Bar* Fun Atmosphere

Contact Rhonda or Dianne at 573-635-5264 ext. 5349 during normal business hours, or fax

registration form to 573-761-4611.

Proceeds benefit the American Heart Assn.

Fax or call by 4/17/15 to guarantee reservation.









Team Name ___________________________________________________







OR3. Trivia Only















Team Name ___________________________________________________







OR3. Trivia Only







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Name _________________________________________________________________________

Daytime Phone # _________________________________

# of boxes ordered _____________ X $9 = _________________ (Total amount enclosed)

Complete the order form below & return with payment by February 6 to

Stephanie Lehmen, JCMG Community Relations1241 W. Stadium Blvd., Jefferson City, MO 65109.

$9 per box of 6 large strawberries dipped in chocolate and packaged in a decorative box in time for Valentine’s Day. Roses not included.

Return with payment (checks payable to JCMG) by February 6 toStephanie Lehmen, JCMG Community Relations1241 W. Stadium Blvd., Jefferson City, MO 65109

Chocolate Covered Strawberries

for Valentine’s Day

GET YOUR

Payment must accompany orders. Please make checks payable to JCMG.

Orders may be picked up on February 12 (8-10 a.m.) at the JCMG Information Desk.

Proceeds benefit the 2015 March of Dimes Campaign.

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Sylvia Sabala, RNNominated by a coworker for the following reason:

Since joining JCMG Sylvia has proven herself to be an invaluable asset to the infusion team at JCMG. When JCMG decided to bring all infusion services in-house, there was much work to do. Sylvia worked tirelessly to transition the processes and procedures so that everything was safe and comfortable for patients and seamless for the back office as well. All of this occurred insuring the infusion center’s continued success. Sylvia is also an exceptional clinician, willing to go the extra mile, and a role model for others. Beyond these attributes her engagement style results in a wonderful personal relationship with each patient.

Employeeof thequarter

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WHAT’S HAPPENING

JCMG recently welcomed the following new employees (front L to R): Kirstan Doughty, RAD; Lindsay Story, LAB; Willard Miller, ON/HM; Kelly Backes, CBO; Amber Mueller, PEDS; Kristin McAleer, POD; (back L to R): Mackenzie Lehmen, FP; Rebecca Outz, CARD; Kaylee Ross, CBO; Annette Holt, FHC; Shelly Jett, PEDS; Carol Distler, LAB; Ashley Kolb, GI; Julie Phelps, INF; Rachel Shepard, INF.

We are excited to announce that JCMG has started a volunteer program. Please welcome Frank Enloe to JCMG. Frank is a volunteer who serves as a patient ambassador to welcome, assist and navigate patients and visitors throughout our building.

Soon, we will have a volunteer available at the Information Desk, Monday through Thursday, during the busiest times of the day, to escort patients (except Corizon) anywhere within the JCMG Medical Building and JCMG Women & Children’s Center. Please call extension 5500 to request assistance. As the volunteer program grows, we will be able to offer more assistance to the clinics.

If you know someone who is interested in volunteering a few hours each week, please contact Emily Mantle at [email protected] or 556-7726. Like you, we are looking for ways to make visits to JCMG a very positive experience for patients.

Volunteering to Make a Better Patient Experience at JCMG

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Sunday, April 19 1-4 pm

at SSM HealthSt. Mary’s Hospital Jefferson City

Save the Date

Sponsor & Exhibitor Details

To register for a sponsorship or booth, please complete the revese side of this sheet and return it with payment before March 16, 2015.

Free Admission to booth exhibitors. All others pay $5 general admission

Silver Rattle $500 Standard Booth - Premium locationSignage at the eventRecognition at your boothName included on the event program5 Free Admission Tickets Option to include an item in the attendee gift bags

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Non-Profit Exhibitor $25 Standard booth (assigned as available)Name included on the event programFree admission

Exhibitor $200 Standard booth (assigned as available)Name included on the event programFree admission

Other $50 Place a flier or item in the attendee gift bags

- Largest Baby Show in Central Missouri!- Baby Product & Fashion Show- News Tribune Cutest Baby Contest Winners Announced- Baby Crawling Contest- Lots of Exhibitors and Great Prizes!

www.babybonanza.org Media sponsorship provided by KRCG-13

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To make an appointment call 573-636-5248

1 2 4 1 We s t S t a d i u m B l v d • J e f f e r s o n C i t y

The goal of the staff of Women’s Clinic of JCMG is to provide attentive, patient-centered care for women and to promote healthy pregnancies with successful outcomes. Our physicians continue to educate themselves regarding the latest medical advancements, and will make every attempt to provide you with the best possible care. We look forward to caring for you!

OUR PHYSICIANS (pictured left to right)

Brian T. Stephens M.D., FACOGBrandi Nichols M.D., FACOG

Amanda Rodemann D.O., FACOGJodi Berendzen M.D., FACOGLorraine Dodson M.D. FACOG

2014 Stock Market PerformanceSUBMITTED BY SEAN DUGGAN, MONETA GROUP

2014 was another good year for the stock market. While all categories did not soar like they did in 2013, overall performance across the board was positive, with the exception of international stocks. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 10.0%, the S&P 500 Index was up 13.7%, the Russell Mid Cap Index was up 5.9% and the Russell 2000 Small Cap index was up 9.7%. The MSCI EAFE Index (Developed International) was down -3.5% and MSCI Emerging Markets Index was down -4.4%. The NAREIT REIT Index (Real Estate) was up 12.9% for the year. Overall Moneta was pleased with the performance. Let’s hope we can continue the trend of the last several years.

WELLNESS CORNER MONEY MATTERS

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1241 W Stadium Blvd.Jefferson City, MO 65109573-635-JCMG (5264)

Questions or comments? Contact Emily Mantle, [email protected].

Build Your Emotional VocabularySUBMITTED BY LISA FINLEY, RD, JCMG WEIGHT TREATMENT CENTER

Have you ever struggled to accurately name your feelings beyond simple words like “good, bad, sad, or angry?” If so, you’re certainly not alone.

The workplace has historically been a space where feelings and needs had no merit, and often have been perceived as a threat to productivity. Workers are expected to remain rational, putting a cap on their feelings and needs.

“Checking in with our feelings and needs meets our need for empathy,” says Ike Lasater. In so doing we are often far more productive than we could be when our needs are left unmet.

Building your vocabulary of feelings and needs can have a profound affect on your awareness of them in the moment. Keep your list of feelings and needs on hand. At the moment you’re unclear what you’re feeling or needing, use this “cheat sheet” to help.

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