Aug16

Crawford Family Establishes Endowment with HaysMed Foundation

HAYS, Kansas The HaysMed Foundation announces the creation of the Cecil and Brenda Crawford Family – Crawford Supply Endowment with a gift of $25,000. As a permanent endowed fund, the gift is invested and the earnings will be used to provide funding for special projects at HaysMed.

“Our family is proud to provide these funds to help improve the overall healthcare in western Kansas,” said Scott Crawford, President of Crawford Supply. “Crawford Supply is appreciative of the support received since our start in 1986. As a local business, we will continue to do our part in giving back.”

“We are deeply grateful for this generous gift,” stated Dr. John Jeter, President and CEO of HaysMed. “The Crawford family endowment will provide perpetual support for essential projects of the medical center and helps ensure specialty healthcare remains accessible in our region.”

Cecil and Brenda Crawford started their oilfield supply business, Crawford Supply, in 1986. In 1993, the company diversified and became a distributor for Traeger Wood Pellet Grills. Crawford Outdoor was established in 2016 to separate the grill distribution division. Crawford Supply has now grown to five oilfield locations and four warehouse locations for Traeger and other outdoor products. Crawford Supply’s dealer network has spread to 11 states.

The HaysMed Foundation was formed in 1995 and is a charitable, not-for-profit organization whose mission is to support HaysMed. The Foundation, in partnership with donors, seeks to meet both immediate and long- range health care needs of the people of western Kansas. An 18-member volunteer board guides the efforts of the Foundation. Donations can be sent to the HaysMed Foundation, 2220 Canterbury Drive, Hays, Ks. 67601 or by visiting www.haysmedfoundation.org/donate.

Aug14

HaysMed’s Medical Oncology/Hematology Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI®) Certification Renewed for another 3 Years

By Gayla Wichman - Dreiling/Schmidt Cancer Institute,HaysMed News

HAYS, KS (Aug 14, 2017) – The HaysMed Medical Oncology/Hematology Section of the Dreiling/Schmidt Cancer Institute has been recertified by the Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI^®) Certification Program, an affiliate of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). The QOPI^®Certification Program provides a three-year certification for outpatient hematology-oncology practices that meet the highest standards for quality care. HaysMed’s recertification is for another three years through May of 2020.

“We’re extremely proud to receive QOPI recertification for ASCO”, said Dr. Robert Rodriguez, Medical Director of Medical Oncology/Hematology. “It represents our sincere commitment to excellence for our patients.”

QOPI analyzes individual practice data and compare these to more than 160 evidence-based and consensus quality measures. The information is then provided in reports to participating practices. Individual practices are also able to compare their performance to data from other practices across the country. Based on this feedback, doctors and practices can identify areas for improvement.

To become certified, practices have to submit to an evaluation of their entire practice and documentation standards. The QOPI^® Certification Program (QCP™) staff and steering group members then verify through on-site inspection that the evaluation an documents are correct and that the practices meet core standards in areas of treatment, including: treatment planning; staff training and education; chemotherapy orders and drug preparation; patient consent and education; and monitoring and assessment of patient well-being.

The QCP™ is a project of ASCO’s Institute for Quality, an ASCO affiliate dedicated to innovative quality improvement programs. It was launched in January 2010, with more than 200 practices already certified. This certification for outpatient oncology practices is the first program of its kind in the United States in which oncologists can achieve certification by meeting the highest standards of care. The QCP seal designates those practices that no only scored high on the key QOPI quality measures, but meet rigorous chemotherapy safety standards established by ASCO and the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS).

Aug14

HaysMed Establishes Vein Clinic

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News,Imaging,Orthopedic Institute News

Hays, Kansas (Aug 14, 2017) – HaysMed has recently established a vein clinic for treating varicose veins, spider veins and other venous problems. People who suffer from leg pain, welling, heaviness, restless legs and cramping are also candidates for vein treatment.

Veins in your legs carry blood back to the heart through one-way check valves. When the veins become diseased, the valves no longer work properly, and a backflow or “reflux” of blood leaks backward down the leg causing the veins to bulge or balloon. These dilated or bulging veins are called varicose and may occur on or under the surface of the skin.

Tiny red or blue bursts on your legs are called spider veins. Often seen on the thighs, around the knees, on the calves and at the ankles, they are a result of dilated venous capillaries that fill with blood and become visible.

Although heredity plays a role in 80 percent of all venous disease cases, other causes can include aging, obesity, leg trauma, hormones, pregnancy and occupations that require prolonged standing or sitting.

There are several treatment options available at the vein clinic including phlebectomy, endovenous laser therapy and sclerotherapy. Phlebectomy is a minimally invasive procedure used to remove varicose veins on the surface of the leg that local anesthesia and tiny skin incisions that do not require stitches and are barely visible when they heal.

Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT) offers patients a minimally-invasive choice for treating varicose veins and provides them with quicker recovery and a return to normal daily routines, as compared to surgical stripping. Under local anesthesia with the aid of ultrasound, a catheter is placed and preciously delivers laser energy to the vein wall, causing the vein to close and seal shut. EVLT treatment is usually reimbursed by Health Insurance.

Sclerotherapy is the preferred method of treatment for spider veins. In this simple procedure, veins are injected with a solution that produces an irritation to the inner lining of the vein, causing scar tissue to form that seals off the unwanted veins. The number of treatments varies depending on the extent of the condition; the average number of treatments is six to ten treatments.

Patients will receive an individualized, comprehensive treatment plan to address each of their specific needs. Consultation will begin with a visit at the Orthopedic center, which typically follows with an Ultrasound to assess the severity of the issue. After this, your procedure will be scheduled to take place in the HaysMed Imaging Center.

For more information or to schedule a consultation please call 785-261-7599 or 1-866-428-8221 or go to https://www.haysmed.com/vein-clinic/

Aug14

HaysMed Hosts Wound Symposium

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News,Upcoming Events,Would Healing & Hyperbaric Center News

Hays, Kansas (August 14, 2017)— HaysMed, part of The University of Kansas Health System, will present a Wound Symposium on Friday, September 22, 2017. The programs are jointly provided by HaysMed, part of The University of Kansas Health System, The University of Kansas Medical Center Continuing Education and Professional Development and the Area Health Education Center – West. The program will be held at HaysMed in the Hadley Conference Rooms.

Registration and breakfast for the program begins at 8:00 am. The program runs from 8:30 am – 4:30pm. Topics covered include: pyoderma gangrenousm, arterial flow and wound healing, initial evaluation of the diabetic foot, hyperbaric oxygen therapy and diabetic foot ulcers, ostomy care and management and dressing woundd and wound types.

Speakers for the program include: Zurab Tsereteli, MD, Surgeon; M. Javed Ashraf, MD, Interventional Cardiologist, and Todd Walburn, RN, WCC all from HaysMed. Steve Orr, MD, FACEP/UHM, FAPWCA, The University of Kansas Health System; Eugen Worth, MR, FABA, UHM, Kansas City; and Kristie L. Hartig, BSN, RN, PHN, SWOCN, WCC, SEOC, St. Francis Health Center, Topeka.

The program is designed for Physicians, PAs, APRN’s, Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Social Workers, PTS, OTS and other interested Healthcare Professionals.

All participants are required to complete and sign a “verification of attendance” form. After the program, a certificate of completion will be provided to activity participants based on documentation of actual attendance time.

Physician: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint providership of The University of Kansas Medical Center Office of Continuing Medical Education and HaysMed, part of The University of Kansas Health System. The University of Kansas medical Center Office of Continuing Medical Education is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The KU Medical Center Office of Continuing Medical Education designates this live activity for a maximum of 6.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TMPhysicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of the participation in this activity.

CNE: Hays Medical Center is approved as a provider of continued nursing education by the Kansas State Board of Nursing. The course offering is approved for 6.75 contact hours applicable for RN, or LPN re-licensure. Kansas State Board of Nursing Approved Provider Number: LT0021-1138.

Respiratory Therapy

The HaysMed Respiratory Care Continuing Education Evaluator on behalf of the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts has approved this program for 6.75 CRCE Hours. Providership No. 004

PT/OT

Paperwork will be provided to submit to KOTA and KPTA for credits.

ASRT

An application has been submitted to ASRT. Approval is pending.

EMS

Ellis County EMS is an approved as a provider of continuing education for Emergency Medical Personnel. The course offering is approved for 6.75 contact hour applicable for all EMS recertification. Approved Provider Number: pp5800.

The fee for the program is $60 for non HaysMed employees, $30 for CAH employees. There is no registration fee for HaysMed, Pawnee Valley Community Hospital and St. Rose Health Center Associates. You can register online: www.haysmed.com/education and click on professional education or registering by calling 785-623-5500. You may pay online with a valid credit card or may choose to be invoiced.

Aug14

HaysMed Hosts Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Education Program

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News

Hays, KS (Aug 14, 2017) – HaysMed is hosting the program Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) on September 19 and 20 at. Both days’ sessions run from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm and will be held in the Hadley Rooms at HaysMed, 2220 Canterbury, Entrance C. Registration opens at 7:30 am.

This 2 days seminar is specifically designed for acute care, critical care and perioperative nurse. It is designed to give inpatient staff members the foundational, evidenced-based information and critical thinking skills necessary to meet regulatory requirements and provide excellent care to this challenging patient population.

Topics covered included mobilization, delayed injuries, sepsis and organ failure, rhabdomyolysis, nutrition, pain management, geriatric and bariatric patients, late complications, compartment syndrome, VTE prophylaxis, intraabdominal hypertension, wound and skin care, alcohol withdrawal, post-traumatic stress, fluid management and organ and tissue donation.

Fourteen (14) hours of Continuing education contact hours are provided through the Laurelwood Group, a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 15483.

Registration for the program is $295 for HaysMed Associates and all other registrations are $334. To register, please go to: www.tcarprograms.org

For any registration questions, contact TCAR Education Programs: 855-438-8227

Aug9

Member of the Month – August 2017

By Hays Medical - The Center News

Member: Lynn Fisher

Member Since: January 2006

What are your fitness goals for 2017?
I am currently in the best physical shape I have ever been and I am just trying to maintain that. I think being physically fit helps me look younger than my actual age and I like to keep people guessing! But I am considering a half marathon; as I ran a full marathon 5 years ago, but did not properly train. The competitive part of me wants to try again and run a respectable time.

What is your weekly workout routine?

I try to attend HIIT and Muscle Maxx classes 3-4 times per week.

I also will run and lift weights, usually twice a week.

What keeps you motivated?

Honestly, I have to practice what I preach. As a physician, every day I see people with poor health due to poor diet and lack of exercise. I don’t want to be a hypocrite. So if I am advising people to get 150 minutes of moderate to intense exercise each week, I better be too! Also, I have made workout friends in the classes I attend and we tend to encourage each other!

Do you have a success story to share?

Over the past 9 months, I have really cleaned up my diet. I mainly drink water as opposed to the diet soda habit I used to have on a daily basis. I also eat more fresh fruits and vegetables and less desserts, which is a daily temptation at my hospital’s cafeteria. As a result, I am as trim as I have ever been and overall feel the healthiest I ever have as well!

Aug2

Rave Reviews August 2017

By Hays Medical - Rave Reviews

Breast Care Center

*I had a breast biopsy in the breast care center today. The treatment and communication was extraordinary! The following employees went above and beyond in their care for me and I am so appreciative! In random order, they are Sarah, Denise who helped me prior to the procedure,. Denise who was in the procedure with me, Laura and Lisa Ritter! Thank you so very much ladies.

*Everyone makes you feel comfortable. Office environment is relaxing. X-ray techs are very good. I love to come here. I feel like they really care about my all around health!. I’m in very good hands.

*Very caring staff took time to listen and didn’t rush.
*My appointment went very well—professionalism from all staff.

*I’m very impressed with your patient care here at the Center…thank you. Michelle was my first contact and she was so pleasant to speak with, then Lisa contacted me and provided me with complete details of my situation along with setting up my appointment. Denise is a gem, she is thorough, thoughtful, sincere and caring individual! You have instilled trust in me that I will receive the best care possible from your center and what a pleasant experience this has been. To all your staff thank you!!!

*I felt very comfortable and thoroughly taken care of. The care was very professionally preformed. I would recommend anyone to come here.

*The staff is so nice and do their job effectively. They make the mammo go easy. I just really enjoy their friendliness . Front staff also very nice. Thanks.

Women’s Center

Everyone was great. They made me feel comfortable. They were very helpful with my husband and 8 year old little girl. They made sure that my daughter was not scared for mom, which was very nice. The nurses I had after I got to my room were amazing!!!

*Love the friendly and knowledgeable staff! Very helpful and informative. Can’t imagine going anywhere else for me an my families healthcare needs.

*This was my first pregnancy. I had three different nurses during the birthing process. They were all fabulous! I could not have asked for a better experience. Dr. Green inserted my epidural. It never hurt me and made my birth enjoyable. Having it be my first baby, I did not know what to expect. Come to find out I would not change one nurse/doctor. It was the best experience ever!

Acute Care

*Great Dr. Lopez. Great nurses Amber, Makenzie, Mallory
*Everyone was very nice and professional. Amanda RN was excellent and compassionate.

*All the nurses and PCTs who helped care for me were wonderful. I can’t remember their names. Each one did what they could to make me comfortable and always asked if there was anything else they could do for me. Dr. Schultz and the anesthesiologist were great, too. I know that your nurses and PCTs are all very knowledgeable and could always answer any questions. Thank you for taking good care of me!

Pain Clinic

*Katerina, RN and Connie, RN and Dr. Green are wonderful. Great during entire procedure from start to finish. I would definitely refer everyone needing pain management to Dr. Green.

Ambulatory Care Center

*Kaitlin was great and very informative.

PT/OR/Speech

*HaysMed staff was amazing, very professional, helpful and patient. I felt they were really interested in answering all my questions.

Wound Healing and Hyperbaric

*Rick, Jeff, Kirsta, Leslie, Sayre….your staff at the wound care center are exceptional. They are friendly, courteous and always have a smile to share I appreciate their help.

*I have used the Wound Center twice and I have been very satisfied with the staff and doctors. I would recommend them to anyone.

CPCU

*Everyone was very nice, excellent care. In particular ICU—Tine and Mary Jo, Cardiac Progressive Care Unit—Patty. Respiratory Care—those that did my O2 spot checks. X-ray, CT, ER—I am sure I am missing someone but all were great.

*The care I received on 2nd floor heart care was exceptional. It is difficult to single out any particular provider as they all showed such care and concern for my comport and well being. My deepest thanks go to all your staff—their training is very evident.

Bone, Joint and Spine

*I received very good care. Kinsey was very pleasant and caring! A good sense of humor too. It’s good to know that the people taking care you know what they are doing and are good at their job.

*I was very impressed with my stay here. The nurses and PCTs were very friendly and took care of my needs. Jordyn was especially helpful and very patient. Kinsey is a very sweet nurse and took very good care of me. Sonja was also a great nurse.

Aug1

HaysMed Welcomes New Pediatricians

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News,Pediatrics

Hays, KS (August 1, 2017) – Two new Pediatricians have recently joined the Medical Staff at HaysMed. Dr. Cody Heston and Dr. Chelsea Powell both started working today at HaysMed.

Dr. Heston received his medical degree from The University of Kansas School of Medicine in Kansas City and Wichita, Kansas. He completed his residency in Pediatrics at UNMC-Creighton-Children’s Hospital Joint Pediatric Residency in Omaha, Nebraska.

Dr. Heston completed a rotation at the Pediatric Center at HaysMed while he was in medical school and is excited to be a permanent part of our team.

Dr. Chelsea Powell, a native of Hays, received her medical degree from The University of Kansas School of Medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. She completed her residency in Pediatrics at Children’s Mercy Hospital, Kansas City, Missouri.

Both physicians are accepting new patients at HaysMed’s Pediatric Center.

Aug1

HaysMed Foundation Names New Development Officer

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News

Hays – HaysMed Foundation is pleased to announce that Jeff Brull has accepted the position of Development Officer. He will begin his duties in September.

In this position, Brull will be responsible for assisting with HaysMed Foundation’s fundraising including major gift and planned giving programs as well as helping to advance HaysMed’s mission by articulating the critical role of private philanthropy within healthcare.

Brull brings extensive knowledge to the position having previous experience in development and nonprofit relations. He has served in the development office with the Fort Hays State University Foundation and most recently as the Advancement Director for Thomas More Prep – Marian High. Brull received both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Communications from Fort Hays State University.

“We could not be more pleased with this opportunity to utilize Jeff’s strengths as a dynamic new member of the Foundation staff,” said Foundation Executive Director Ruth Heffel. “He has a successful background in development and great passion for Hays and western Kansas. Both of which will help continue the Foundation’s impact on the health of our friends and neighbors in our region.”

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, the HaysMed Foundation plays an important role in the growth, expansion and level of quality healthcare provided in western Kansas by HaysMed and its clinics. The Foundation’s singular purpose is to ensure that HaysMed’s ability to offer quality healthcare continues and is carried out for generations.

Through the philanthropic efforts of dedicated donors and volunteers, the Foundation has raised funds for the acquisition of equipment to improve patient care, implementation of new programs to enhance efficiency, and growth in the breadth of services HaysMed provides to patients and families in western Kansas.

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