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Looking forwardto caring for you.Clinic & Hospital
caringforyouSUMMER 2014
www.granditasca.org
Find out more » pg. 6
Burggraf’s ACE Hardware
Caring Fore Kids Charity Classic
New ProvidersFind out more » pg. 10
Community calendarFind out more » pg. 8
Protecting the skin you’re inFind out more » pg. 4
WHAT’S NEW Grand Itasca recognized for its work to reduce elective early deliveries
HEALTHY LIVING Take this quiz: Protecting the skin you’re in
GRAND ITASCA FOUNDATION 1st Annual Burggraf’s ACE Hardware Caring Fore Kids Charity Classic: A huge success!
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CONTENTS
COMMUNITY CALENDARCommunity workshops, support groups, events & classes
WHAT’S NEW New physicians at Grand Itasca
www.granditasca.org2
Grilled vegetablesPrepare veggies on the grill or in the oven using aluminum foil packets.
Number of servings: 5
Ingredients2 small zucchinis (sliced)2 small yellow squash (sliced)4 small red potatoes (scrubbed well
and sliced)½ red onion (sliced)½ bell pepper (red or green) (seeded
and sliced)¼ cup light Italian salad dressing Salt and pepper (to taste)
Directions
1. Heat grill to medium heat or 350° F.
2. Wash and slice vegetables.
3. Toss vegetables in a large bowl. Add dressing and toss until all vegetables are coated.
4. Tear two large squares of aluminum foil and place half of the vegetable mixture on each piece. Place an equal piece of foil over the top of vegetable mixture and fold bottom piece with top sheet to form a packet.
5. Place on heated grill for 20 to 30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. If you don’t have a grill, bake veggie packets in the oven at 400° F for 20 to 30 minutes.
6. Before you open the packets, poke holes in the foil with a fork. Be careful opening the foil as the steam will be very hot!
7. Empty vegetables onto serving plate or serve from foil packets.
Per serving: 160 calories, 3 g total fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 130 mg sodium, 30 g carbohydrates, 4 g fiber, 5 g sugar, 5 g protein, 30 percent vitamin A, 120 percent vitamin C, 4 percent calcium, 10 percent iron. Percent daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Recipe courtesy of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, recipefinder.nal.usda.gov.
3SUMMER 2014
WHAT’S NEW
Grand Itasca recognized for its work to reduce elective early deliveries
Pictured with the March of Dimes and Minnesota Hospital Association recognition banner are Grand Itasca Women’s Health professionals
(left to right): Dan Soular, MD; Jack Carlisle, MD; Joyce Werhand, RN; Patty Carlin-Janssen, MD; Melinda Jasper, RN; Christy Kortekaas, RN;
and Philip Imholte, MD.
Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital was recently
recognized for reducing the number of elective
inductions and Cesarean deliveries performed
before 39 completed weeks of pregnancy. March of
Dimes says this will give more babies a healthy start
in life. Babies delivered before full term (39 to 41 weeks
completed gestation) are at increased risk of serious
health problems and death in their first year of life.
The Grand Itasca Obstetrics Committee created a
policy to eliminate non-medically indicated or elective
deliveries prior to 39 weeks and put into place practices
to encourage waiting until post-39 week gestation.
Thanks to these efforts, Grand Itasca had only one early
elective delivery in 2013, or 0.3% of the 313 births last
year. This achievement is recognized through a banner
from the March of Dimes and Minnesota Hospital
Association.
Joyce Werhand, Women’s Health & Birth Nurse
Director, says, “I am proud to be part of an organization
that is committed to following best practices guidelines
for the overall health of moms and babies. Waiting has
benefits for both mother and baby and I believe we are
seeing those benefits more as a result of our efforts.”
Babies born just a few weeks early have higher rates
of hospitalization and illness than full-term infants.
Recent research by the March of Dimes, the National
Institutes of Health, and the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration found that although the overall threat
is small, the risk of death more than doubles for infants
born at 37 weeks of pregnancy when compared to
babies born at 40 weeks, for all races and ethnicities.
“The last weeks of pregnancy are important. Babies
aren’t just putting on weight. They are undergoing
important development of the brain, lungs, and other
vital organs,” says Lawrence Massa, March of Dimes
Board Member and Minnesota Hospital Association
President and CEO. “I commend Grand Itasca for
being a champion for babies with their quality
improvement effort.”
www.granditasca.org4
HEALTHY LIVING caringforyou
Take this quiz
Protecting the skin you’re in
Are you smart in the sun? Take this quiz to
learn more about protecting against skin
cancer and keeping skin looking young
and healthy.
Get the facts
1. False. While the head is the most common spot for
skin cancer to develop – especially ears and noses –
many of us don’t do enough to protect it. Hats can
provide some much-needed shade, but only if you
pick the right kind. Baseball caps, for example, offer
about the equivalent of a SPF 5 for the nose but
little protection for areas such as the cheeks and
chin. A hat with a minimum 3-inch brim all around
and angled down with a tight weave can provide
true or false?1. Baseball caps can provide the same protection
for the face as SPF 15 sunscreen.
2. Some indoor tanning lamps are more powerful
than natural sunlight.
3. Long baths can help restore moisture to skin.
4. Smoking speeds up the skin’s aging process.
5. A healthy diet may help protect skin.
protection for the nose, ears, and neck, and help
prevent premature aging and skin cancer.
“If you notice any red, scaly patches on your head
or another part of your body, be sure to have the
patches checked out,” recommends Darin Skaudis,
MD, internal medicine physician, Grand Itasca
Clinic & Hospital. “These patches could be pre-
cancerous signs.”
2. True. While neither tanning lamps nor natural
sunlight are good for your skin, certain indoor
tanning devices can emit UV levels that are
much stronger than midday summer sunlight
in most countries, according to the World
Health Organization (WHO). Just like the sun,
these beds can cause skin damage resulting
in wrinkles, age spots, and skin cancer. Use of
tanning beds is not suggested for anyone, but
the WHO especially recommends avoiding them
if you are fair-skinned, under age 18, tend to
freckle, have a history of childhood sunburn,
Patients can see Dr. Darin Skaudis, Internist at Grand Itasca, for prevention, diagnosis and treatment of a range of adult diseases,
including skin conditions.
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HEALTHY LIVING
have sun-damaged skin, or are
taking medications that make
skin sensitive.
“People with pale complexions
and redheads, in particular, are
more prone to sunburn,” shares
Dr. Skaudis. “They have little or no
melanin protection from sunburn.”
3. False. Spending a lot of time in
the bath or shower can actually
remove oils from your skin.
Limit the time you spend in the
tub and use warm water rather
than hot. Also avoid strong
soaps, apply lubrication to your
skin before shaving and use a
moisturizer with SPF built in.
“Even if you use a daily moisturizer
with SPF, applying sunscreen
with an SPF of 30 or greater
15 to 30 minutes before going
outside is extremely important,”
says Dr. Skaudis. “Reapply every
two to three hours to all areas
of exposed skin.”
4. True. Smoking hinders blood
flow to the skin and damages
the skin’s ability to maintain
its elasticity. Certain facial
expressions commonly made
while smoking, such as squinting
or pursing of the lips, can also
lead to wrinkles. Over time you
ABCDs of Melanoma
Don’t ignore those burning questions! See your doctor if you have concerns about your skin. If you need a physician, call Grand Itasca Clinic & Hospital
at 218-326-3401 or visit www.granditasca.org, “Find a Physician.”
will notice skin sagging and
wrinkling — not only on your
face but on other parts of your
body, as well.
“Quitting smoking can help
keep wrinkles from worsening
and protect your health,” says
Dr. Skaudis. “So if you’re still
lighting up, ask your doctor about
smoking-cessation aids.”
5. True. Research into the effects
of diet on skin is limited, but
foods rich in antioxidants such
as carrots, spinach, tomatoes,
blueberries, beans, salmon and
nuts may help improve skin
health. At the very least, they can
help make up the backbone of a
well-balanced diet. Some studies
have linked processed foods and
other unhealthy fare to skin
damage, so, just as you would for
your overall health, avoid those
foods when you can.
“A gradual or sudden change in a
mole’s appearance is a sign that
you should see your doctor,” says
Dr. Darin Skaudis. Here is an easy
way to identify potential signs of
melanoma:
A for asymmetry: One half of the
mole is different from the other half.
B for border irregularity: Mole
edges are uneven, blurred or
notched.
C for color: The
mole’s color is
uneven and may
include brown,
tan and black.
D for diameter:
The mole’s
diameter is
greater than six
millimeters.
Source: American Melanoma Foundation
www.granditasca.org6
caringforyouWHAT’S NEW
1st Annual Burggraf ’s ACE Hardware
Caring Fore Kids Charity Classic: A huge success!
There’s nothing that
warms the heart more
than a community
coming together to raise funds
for a worthy cause. On June 5th,
Grand Rapids experienced that
special feeling as the owners
and employees of Burggraf’s
ACE Hardware partnered with
Grand Itasca Foundation and the
employees of Grand Itasca Clinic &
Hospital to launch the 1st Annual
Burggraf’s ACE Hardware Caring
Fore Kids Charity Classic.
This up-scale charity golf tour-
nament, complete with an hors
d’oeuvres and champagne recep-
tion, began as a vision of Steve
Burggraf, owner of Burggraf’s ACE
Hardware. On a national level, ACE
Hardware is known for its phil-
anthropic support of health care
for kids, including the Children’s
Miracle Network. “For a small busi-
ness owner to have the vision, social
capital and volunteer connections
to create a unique community event
from scratch and then to choose a
local non-profit such as Grand Itasca
Foundation as the recipient of the
earnings – well, that is incredibly
special,” says Kelly Kirwin, Grand
Itasca Foundation Director.
over $25,000 raised in year one
More than $25,000 was raised for
the nine-hole charity scramble
held at Pokegama Golf Course on
Thursday, June 5th. The community
support was incredible with
47 sponsors, more than 100 golfers
and dozens of volunteers contrib-
uting to the success of the event.
“The original fundraising goal
for the event was $10,000,” shares
Kirwin. “By more than doubling
that goal, we are so pleased with
the success of year one that we
can’t wait to get started planning
for 2015.” A date of June 4th, 2015,
has been selected for next year.
Steve Burggraf and Sean Burggraf of Burggraf’s ACE Hardware present Grand Itasca Foundation board member Dale Adams and Grand Itasca Foundation Director, Kelly Kirwin, with the
Caring Fore Kids event proceeds.
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WHAT’S NEW
Mila Adams continues her battle
against brain cancer and the
effects of its treatments. She
works hard with her therapists
at Grand Itasca on speech and
motor skills. She dreams of one
day learning to ride a bike and
ice skate.
Gavin Waage, born with a rare
congenital heart condition called
Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome,
has undergone two open heart
surgeries, vocal cord paralysis and
a stroke. He is now a walking and
talking 2-year-old, due to visits
with Grand Itasca therapists.
Aden Ugrich was born three
months early at 28 weeks with
his twin brother Abel. Suffering
from a stage 4 hemorrhage at
birth and then undergoing four
surgeries, he had a rough start
to life. Now, at age 2, Aden makes
each Grand Itasca therapy session
entertaining and memorable!
If you’d like to support, enhance, expand, and improve the health and well-being of Grand Itasca patients and their families through a cash gift, stock, or planned gift, use the attached envelope, visit www.granditasca.org or call Kelly Kirwin at 218.999.1009.
All dollars raised will go towards
pediatric care at Grand Itasca
Clinic & Hospital. The Founda-
tion will ultimately determine
where the money will be applied,
as the ‘needs’ are considerable.
New equipment and additional
programs within pediatric reha-
bilitation services and pediatric
hospital services are at the top of
the list.
three pretty special “all stars” Three of Grand Itasca Clinic
& Hospital’s pediatric patients
became the faces of the 1st Annual
Burggraf’s ACE Hardware Caring
Fore Kids Charity Classic.
www.granditasca.org8
Support GroupsCANCER SUPPORT GROUPThis is a time to share stories and
concerns about diagnosis and treat-
ment for those who are dealing with
cancer. For more information, call
218.326.3815 or 218.697.2357.
1st Monday of the month, 3:30–5:00 pmColony Square, 1850 SE 2nd Ave., Grand Rapids
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPElderCircle’s Adult Day Service
hosts a support group for care-
givers of those with Alzheimer’s,
dementia, or other diseases. Call
218.326.9163 for more information
and to make arrangements for care
recipients during the meeting.
3rd Tuesday of the month, 1–2:30 pmManor House, 722 N. Pokegama Ave., Grand Rapids
CARDIAC SUPPORT GROUPMonthly speakers cover topics
related to cardiovascular condi-
tioning, diet, and exercise, and
other areas of interest for persons
recovering from a heart attack,
bypass surgery, valve replacement
surgery, or cardiac ballooning. For
more information, call 218.999.1038.
3rd Monday of the month (September-May), 7 pmGrand Itasca, ARU 201
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP OF THE ITASCA AREAThe support group provides educa-
tion, networking, and support for
people diagnosed with Parkinson’s
disease, their spouse, and/or care-
givers. For more information, call
218.326.2766 or 218.328.5378.
2nd Wednesday of the month, 1-2:15 pmGrand Rapids Public Library, 140 NE 2nd St., Grand Rapids
PROSTATE EDUCATION AND SUPPORT GROUPLearn of treatment options and
lifestyle impacts of prostate cancer
from men who have been diagnosed
with the disease. Spouses and other
family members are welcome and
encouraged to attend. For more infor-
mation, call 218.999.9384.
2nd Tuesday of the month, 5:30 pm Grand Itasca, Grand Eatery (meal together) & ARU 202 (education and discussion following meal)
DIABETIC SUPPORT GROUPThis is an opportunity to meet
other members of our community
who have diabetes and share suc-
cesses and experiences regarding
diabetic care. For more information,
call 218.999.1934.
4th Thursday of the month, 6:30–7:30 pmGrand Itasca, Grand Oaks Conf Room
MENTAL ILLNESS SUPPORT GROUPNational Alliance on Mental Illness
(NAMI) offers family and friends
of people with mental illness an
opportunity to share concerns,
compare experiences, and learn
from each other. For more infor-
mation, call 218.326.8565.
3rd Tuesday of the month, 5:30–6:30 pmGrand Rapid Public Library, 140 NE 2nd St., Grand Rapids
MS SUPPORT GROUPThis group is open to those diag-
nosed with MS as well as family
members, caregivers, and friends
to offer support, awareness, and
education about the everyday
traumas, challenges, and hardships
for those afflicted with the chronic
disease. For more information,
please call 218.326.1371.
2nd Thursday of the month, 12:30 pmSt. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 315 SW 21st St., Grand Rapids
caringforyou
GRAND ITASCA JOINT CAMP Joint Camp is designed for
people suffering with hip and
knee pain who are considering
or are scheduled for total joint
replacement surgery. If you have
questions or would like to reg-
ister, call 218.326.3401 and ask to
speak to our Orthopedic Nurse.
2nd Wednesday of the month, 3:30-5 pm, Grand Itasca, ARU 202
9SUMMER 2014
Community EventsGRAND RAPIDS FARMERS MARKET Locally grown fruits and vegetables,
eggs, mushrooms, home-raised
meats, honey, maple syrup, fresh-
baked goods, and canned goods. All
produced by members within 50
miles of Grand Rapids. SNAP/EBT
and credit/debit cards accepted.
Wednesdays & Saturdays, 8 am-1 pmGlen’s Army Navy Parking Lot,701 NW 4th Street, Grand Rapids
GREAT RIVER ENERGY MESABI TRAIL TOUR – Grand Itasca SponsoredTake your pick of bike routes
ranging from 12 to 69 miles all
ending in an outdoor picnic and
concert. To register or with ques-
tions, visit www.mesabitrail.com
or call 218.749.4331.
Saturday, August 2 Longyear Park, Coleraine
NORTHERN MN MUD RUN – Grand Itasca SponsoredTest your toughness with this
three-mile muddy obstacle course.
To register for the event, go to
www.northernmnmudrun.com.
Saturday, August 9 Grand Rapids Sports Complex
IRON RANGE MAIDENS ROLLER DERBY – Grand Itasca Sponsored Come cheer on the ladies in pink and
green at their home bouts. Doors
open at 6 pm; first whistle at 6:30 pm.
August 9 vs. Manitoba September 27 vs. Dames of Anarchy Hodgins-Berardo Arena, Coleraine
ClassesCHILDBIRTH PROCESS CLASSThe weekend class is designed to
help prepare parents for child-
birth, and includes a tour of the
labor, delivery, and nursery area of
the hospital. Cost is $45 for mom
and coach (fee includes all class
material and refreshments). Call
218.326.7344 to register.
August 2, October 4, December 6 9 am–4 pm, Grand Itasca, ARU 202
INFANT CARE/BREASTFEEDING CLASSThis class is designed to help
prepare you for some of the
changes that occur once your baby
enters the world. Breastfeeding
techniques and benefits will also
be covered. Class offered free of
charge. Call 218.326.7344 to register.
August 9, October 11, December 13 9 am–1 pm, Grand Itasca, ARU 202
PROJECT LULU PRESENTS ARTS EXPRESS GRAND RAPIDS Free arts for anybody touched
by cancer.
Online Reflective Writing Groups:
Anonymous, private journaling group
called a Reflecting Pool. Offering a
place to vent, celebrate, express fears,
and show gratitude, online, anytime.
Saturday Arts Workshops: Attend
free workshops for guided play with
painting and words.
Jan Carlisle’s tomatoes, peppers, garlic, onions, beets and cabbages are a big draw as summer
produce makes its way to market.
October 4 (painting) &
October 11 (poetry)
Details and registration at
projectlulu.org/arts_express.
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caringforyou
New Providersderek Beyer, Md – oB/Gyn
Medical Degree: University of
Minnesota, Duluth & Minneapolis,
MN – 1999
Residency: Mayo Graduate School
of Medicine – 2003
What is the most rewarding part of your practice?
“Relationships with my patients. My practice has been
full of patients who have come back for more than
one pregnancy and often they have sent other family
members to see me, be it for surgical care or just basic
well-woman care.”
Dr. Beyer and his wife of 20 years are very busy with
their kids’ year-round sports schedules. “In addition to
attending my children’s sporting events, my hobbies
include fishing, riding horses, biking, hiking, playing
piano and guitar.”
kevin Gildner, Md – oB/Gyn Medical Degree: University of
Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN – 1992
Residency: University of Tennessee,
Memphis, TN – 1996
What is your medical practice philosophy? “I treat
every patient and their family the same way I would
want my family treated. I strive to communicate in
plain English, not medical jargon. Also, I believe that
lab tests, ultrasound reports, and pathology results
should be communicated as promptly as possible.”
Dr. Gildner and his wife, Rita, along with their grown
children, have had a cabin in the Grand Rapids area
for more than 10 years. “I hunt, fish, scuba dive and
generally enjoy time spent on the water or in the
woods. Grand Rapids is a perfect fit.”
WHAT’S NEW
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WHAT’S NEW
shelly soltis, do – faMily Medicine Medical Degree: Des Moines
University College of Osteopathic
Medicine, Des Moines, IA – 2011
Residency: Mercy Medical Center,
Des Moines, IA – 2014
Professional Interests: women’s health, prenatal care,
pediatric care
What drew you to Grand Itasca? “I was impressed
with the facilities and administration was very
forward thinking – two good things for the future
of medicine.”
“Watching my two boys – Graham born in February
and Hudson who is 3 years old – grow and enjoy life is
the best feeling.” Dr. Soltis and her husband, Jack Jr.,
look forward to being part of the community.
“Involvement in church is important to us, as is
participation in community events.”
troy erickson, do – orthopedics Medical Degree: Kirksville College
of Osteopathic Medicine, Kirksville,
MO – 1998
Residency: St. John Oakland Hospital,
Madison Heights, MI – 2003
What is the most rewarding part of Orthopedics?
“Being able to fix most things and taking away pain – be
it from a fracture or arthritis. It’s a wonderful thing.
I feel lucky to be able to help patients and be part of
their lives. Patients let us into their lives and we can
never forget how special that is.”
“My family – consisting of my wife, Cathy, my son Bailey
(10th grade) and my daughter Arianna (7th grade) –
likes Grand Rapids for many reasons. People are very
friendly and there are a ton of things to do no matter
what the weather is like. We had a cabin here for six
years prior to moving up and love the lake with its
sunrises and sunsets.”
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Looking forwardto caring for you.Clinic & Hospital
1601 Golf Course RoadGrand Rapids, MN 55744
Grand Itasca Clinic & HospitalAppointment Line: 218.326.7344Main Line: 218.326.3401
Email: [email protected]: www.granditasca.org
Clinic Hours:Monday through Thursday 8 am-6 pmFriday 8 am-4:30 pm
Rapid Clinic Hours:Monday through Friday 2-8 pmSaturday and Sunday 12-6 pm
Emergency Room:Open 24 hours a day
Professional Building111 SE Third StreetGrand Rapids, MN 55744218.326.3401
Professional Building Hours:Monday through Thursday 7 am-6 pmFriday 8 am-5 pm
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