April 2010
Monthly Archives
Sentara Nursing Center-Windermere
Here’s a photo that just might make you reflect on the impact that art has in our lives. (L-R) Eugenia Miller receives a special message from a “young Leonardo daVinci,” at his birthday celebration. On April 15th, a Renaissance celebration was held for residents at Sentara Nursing Center-Windermere in Virginia Beach. The event, which recognized Leonardo daVinci’s birthday, included period music, crystal ball … Continue Reading
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New Lease on Life
Karen Moran, RN, approaches her job with the same enthusiasm she approaches life. As a staff development educator at Sentara Leigh Hospital, she is often on the move. After being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2008, she finds that slowing down can sometimes be the biggest challenge. Moran’s diagnosis took years. After several unexplained falls, it was numbness in her leg that persisted which led to the MS diagnosis. Determined to stay active, Moran maintains her regular exercise by swimming at the Y three times a week. For Moran and others who suffer from MS or stroke, the partial leg paralysis prevents the foot from lifting properly to walk. Referred to as “foot drop,” it can cause instability, making walking difficult and limiting function and independence.
Easy as ABC…D!
Recent studies have shown that many Americans are not getting an adequate amount of vitamin D. What does that mean for women? Simply, if you’re not getting enough vitamin D you are at risk for osteoporosis because vitamin D aids in the absorption of calcium. “Even if you’re taking calcium supplements your body may not … Continue Reading
Sentara Cancer Network
On April 1, 2010, the Suffolk News Herald featured an article entitled, “Scanner Saves Time for Patients.” For Everi Pino, juggling family life, a cancer diagnosis, and hour-long commutes each way to have a PET/CT scan, has been difficult. But that’s just changed. Beginning April 1, 2010, the Sentara Cancer Network has expanded PET/CT service … Continue Reading
Plastic Bottle Cap Collection
An urban myth that goes under the auspices of “Caps for Christie” has made its may around Hampton Roads, VA, and has caught many well-intentioned individuals in its snare. Sentara Healthcare recently learned about a hoax that requests people collect plastic bottle caps for a girl named Christie who is undergoing chemotherapy at Children’s Hospital … Continue Reading
David Bernd Receives CEO IT Achievement
David Bernd, CEO Sentara Healthcare, is one of two recipients of this year’s CEO IT Achievement Award by Modern Healthcare magazine and HIMSS, a respected healthcare analytics firm. In its eighth year, this program has recognized 20 healthcare CEOs who demonstrate leadership and a commitment to using information technology to advance their organizations’ goals. Bernd … Continue Reading
Nurse Receives Accolades for Gentle Touch
Sentara Commitments: Always Treat You With Dignity, Respect and Compassion Recently, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital received a note of thanks from the family of a former patient, who had the pleasure of working with Vicki Spiers. Her caring and reassuring manner helped ease the stress of the patient, who had been stuck multiple times in an attempt … Continue Reading
Cancer Series
Take some time to read the cancer stories that have been appearing in the Daily Press this week. The series entitled “Cancer Series: Change to Diagnostics and treatment in Hampton Roads,” features stories about cancer patients, advanced technology to detect cancer and cancer treatment services. Read the stories.
Cancer Patient Navigator
Live Web Chat Event: Wednesday, April 21st, 1:30 p.m. on www.dailypress.com You have just heard the words “You have cancer.” Endless questions are running through your mind. Sentara Cancer Network patient navigators like nurse Sharon Winchell answer dozens of cancer related questions for their patients every day. Don’t miss your chance to ask Sharon questions about cancer during … Continue Reading
Physician Appointed to AMGA
Congratulations to Dr. Shane H. Peng, vice president and senior medical director, Sentara Medical Group, who has been appointed to serve as the Chair-Elect of the Quality Leadership Council of the American Medical Group Association (AMGA) effective April 2010. Dr. Peng’s appointment will focus on promoting and monitoring quality initiatives with AMGA. Learn more.
