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Opening ThoughTs Knowledge Is Power We give you the tools to make informed decisions about your health a famIly health magazIne from PhelPS coUnty regIonal meDIcal center ceo John R. Denbo Senior vice President and chief operating officer Ellis Hawkins Senior vice President and chief medical officer Don James, DO Senior vice President for finance and chief financial officer Edward Clayton Board of trustees Tom Bahr; Jo Ann Brand-Hoertel, RN; Albert Crump Jr.; Ted Day; John Park, PhD A Vim & Vigor regional editor Somer Overshon t Phelps County Regional Medical Center (PCRMC), we know that having the knowledge and tools available to make informed decisions about your health and your family’s health is a priority. That is why we are committed to providing educational resources to our patients and community whenever possible. Our physicians and staff are trained not only to treat the ailment, but also to support our patients with the necessary information for disease prevention and symptoms management. You and your family are never alone in your healthcare journey; our family of dedicated physicians and employees is with you every step of the way. In this issue, on page 3, learn how Mary Graham, MD, is committed to providing world-class cancer care to her patients. Also, our neurologist, Mignon Makos, MD, talks about how to recognize the warning signs of stroke (page 8). On page 50, Matthew Hurley, MD, discusses diabetes and what you can do to reduce your risk for type 2. Another exciting addition to PCRMC is The DAISY Award, which is designed to recognize extraordinary nurses and the work they do every day to help others. On page 52, you can find out more about the program and how to nominate a nurse who has touched your life. Best regards, contributing Writer Lindsey Dunstedter contributing Photographer Sarah Wilson ProDUctIon editorial Executive VP/Chief Creative Officer: Beth Tomkiw Editor-in-Chief: Shelley Flannery Editors: Erin Feeney, Matt Morgan, Ellen Olson, Tom Weede Copy Editor: C.J. Hutchinson Design Managing Art Director: Adele Mulford Art Directors: Rod Karmenzind, Kay Morrow, Pamela Norman Production Senior Production Manager: Laura Marlowe Special Projects Coordinator: Jenny Babich Imaging Specialist: Dane Nordine Production Technology Specialists: Julie Chan, Sonia Washington circulation VP/Business Intelligence Group: Patrick Kehoe Postal Affairs & Logistics Director: Joseph Abeyta clIent ServIceS Executive VP/Sales: Chad Rose, 888-626-8779 VP/Client Services & Strategy: Andrea Parsons Account Managers: Carey Ballard, Gerry Kubek, Kirsten Markson, Barbara Mohr, Paul Peterson, Ryan Smeets aDmInIStratIon Vim & Vigor Founder: J. Barry Johnson Chairman: Preston V. McMurry Jr. Chief Executive Officer: Matthew J. Petersen Chief Operating Officer: Fred Petrovsky Chief Financial Officer: Clarke Rea InteractIve John R. Denbo Chief Executive Officer 2 Su m m e r 2 013 1000 W. 10th St. • Rolla, MO 65401 • 573-458-8899 Are You Under Pressure? Visit pcrmc.com/vimandvigor and take this month’s poll about blood pressure. While you’re there, you can watch informative videos and download healthy recipes to get you on the right track. And be sure to check back to the site often—we’re always adding something new! If you prefer not to receive our magazine or other health and wellness information from Phelps County Regional Medical Center, please call 573-458-7600 or email your request to marketing@pcrmc.com to be removed from our mailing list. Vim &Vigor TM, Summer 2013, Volume 29, Number 2, is published quarterly by McMurry/TMG, LLC, 1010 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85014, 602-395-5850. Vim & Vigor TM is published for the purpose of disseminating health-related information for the well-being of the general public and its subscribers. The information contained in Vim & Vigor TM is not intended for the purpose of diagnosing or prescribing. Please consult your physician before undertaking any form of medical treatment and/or adopting any exercise program or dietary guidelines. Vim & Vigor TM does not accept advertising promoting the consumption of alcohol or tobacco. Copyright © 2013 by McMurry/ TMG, LLC. All rights reserved. Subscriptions in U.S.: $4 for one year (4 issues). Single copies: $2.95. For subscriptions and address changes, write: Circulation Manager, Vim & Vigor TM, 1010 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85014. http://www.pcrmc.com http://www.pcrmc.com/vimandvigor

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Vim & Vigor - Summer 2013 - Phelps County Regional Medical Center

Vim & Vigor - Summer 2013 - Phelps County Regional Medical Center
Contents
Opening Thoughts
A Call to Serve
Get Back in the Game
Saving Brain
The Ultimate Back-to-School Checklist
Join the Movement
Stroke Stories
5 Steps to Better Bone Health
Gut Instinct
Morgan Freeman
Prostate Playbook
The Main Ingredient
Looking Ahead
Virtual Health
Manage Your Diabetes and Feel Better
Extraordinary Nurses
Foundation
Auxiliary

Vim & Vigor - Summer 2013 - Phelps County Regional Medical Center