1. health and fitness

>> DECEMBER 19, 2014
Southern Ohio
Medical Center’s
Employee Newsletter
SOMC is Partnering with
Nationwide to Host
Peds Cardiology Clinics
Southern Ohio Medical Center is partnering with Nationwide Children’s Hospital to host Pediatric
Cardiology Clinics on the first Tuesday of every month. Check out page 4 for more details!
PAGE 2 | DONATE TO THE AMERICAN RED CROSS
PAGE 4 | DISCOUNT TICKETS FOR A CHRISTMAS CAROL
PAGE 6 | SOMC RECEIVES HEALTHY WORKSITE AWARD
Inside
this Issue
1) Calendar
2) Organizational News & Updates
Shelby, Medical Imaging
3) Medical Staff
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Whaley Celebrates One-Year Anniversary
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Grounds Department Prepares for Winter Weather
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Donate Blood to the American Red Cross
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SOMC Receives Silver Level Healthy Worksite Award
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Check Out Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo
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Employee Meltdown Alumni Challenge Weigh-Outs
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Thanks for your kindness!
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Discount Tickets for “A Christmas Carol” Available
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Ordering Business and Appointment Cards
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Preventing Falls Inservice
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SOMC, Nationwide Hosts Peds Cardiology Clinics
4) Health & Wellness
5) Classifieds
Submission Guidelines
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editorial board, which consists of members of the SOMC Community Relations
Department. The board will meet weekly to discuss submitted items.
All items published in the Weekly Beat must have a direct link to Southern
Ohio Medical Center. Items that do not occur at SOMC, or are not
sponsored by SOMC, will not be featured in the Weekly Beat.
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Communications Policy on the SOMC Intranet.
Editor
• Stephanie Merrifield
Community Relations
Designer
• Brock Volio Community Relations
Contributors
• Eric Kephas
Community Relations
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December/January
Event Calendar
January 5
Blood Drive
ED Room 4
9 am to 2:30 pm
January 13
Preventing Falls In-Service
ED Room 3
1 pm
January 15
Breast Cancer Screening
Breast Center
9 am to 12 pm
Employee Birthdays
December 18
Chad Bentley
Jovanna Johnson
December 19
Teresa Brickey
Linda Cooper
Greg Craft
Tammy Evans
Melissa Henry
James Krempasky
Ashley Ratliff
Chelsey Rose
Susan Stanley
Sharon Wilkerson
December 20
James Austin
Megan Campbell
Michael Cooper
Bradley Craft
Lora Dement
Kerry Kelley
Belinda Kelly
Julie Maxfield
Lou Moore
Doris Robinette
Raeanne Shope
Ludivina Warren
December 21
Rhonda Burton
Joseph Cooper
Tracy Gwinn
Amber Heising
Andrea Jenkins
Cynthia Jenkins
Marolyn Plummer
Kristi Vaughn
Tina Yongue
December 22
Amanda Bennett
Ethan Hardin
Janet Kruetzman
Samantha Miller
Patty Pistole
December 23
Leslie Aquino
Sarah Betten
Tina Dillon
Thea Floyd
April Greene
Hollie Kennedy
Amanda Schankweiler
William Walk
Ashley Watson
December 24
Sharon Bruce
Jennifer Burton
Michelle Gampp
Richard Gilcher
Randall Kent
Linda Lester
Matthew Malone
Gary Skeans
December 25
Sara Brown
David Byers
Stephanie Dickess
Mary Fristoe
Misty Johnson
Carrie Smith
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Organizational
News & Updates
Grounds Department Prepares for Winter Weather
As winter arrives, the SOMC Grounds Department would like to offer
some friendly reminders to help employees stay safe.
1.
Always assume that the ground will be slick when temperatures are below freezing.
2.
The shortest distance between two points may be a straight line, but
the safest way usually takes longer. Pay attention to what areas and
roads have been treated and try to follow those paths.
3.
Proper footwear is essential to traveling safely in winter weather. Wear safe
footwear to work and change into other shoes once you arrive to your office.
As always, the Grounds Department will do their best to provide the safest
environment when winter weather occurs. They have reviewed their processes
and modified their response plan based on lessons learned last winter.
Some things the department has done to prepare for this winter include:
1.
Modifying the policy to close the top level of parking garages when winter weather occurs.
2.
Providing resources at extended sites so staff can perform initial treatment of critical areas.
3.
Modifying the response plan and adding provision for additional manpower when necessary.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to give Grounds a call at ext. 8032.
Donate Blood to the American Red Cross
SOMC and the American Red Cross will
have no fever, sore throat or flu like symptoms,
partner to host a blood drive open to hospital
have no active cold symptoms, and have not
employees and the community from 9
had major surgery recently. Donors must also
a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Jan. 5 in Room 4 of the
bring a photo ID or their ARC donor card.
Education Building on the Main Campus.
Please eat a good meal and drink plenty
All participants and blood types are welcome
of non-caffeinated, non-alcoholic fluids
and encouraged to donate. Those wishing to
before and after donating! To schedule your
participate must be at least 17 years old, weigh at
appointment, visit www.redcrossblood.
least 110 pounds, feel generally well and healthy,
org (enter SOMC) or call ext. 8670.
Check Out Wildlights at the Columbus Zoo
SOMC is partnering with the Columbus
link, then logging into the site with the
Zoo and Aquarium to allow employees to
username (southernohmc) and password
purchase tickets to the winter Wildlights
(takota): https://shop.accesso.com/
exhibit at a discounted price.
clients/ columbuszoo/affiliate?m=1375.
Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased
Tickets are non-refundable and valid through
by copying and pasting the following
Jan. 4. If you have any questions, call ext. 8118.
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Organizational News & Updates continued
Thanks for your kindness!
I would like to extend a great big thank you to all of the employees who recently brought
in items to be donated to the homeless shelters of Scioto County. It just goes to show
how wonderful and kind-hearted the staff members are at SOMC. Thanks to your
contributions, there will now be very grateful people who will have a little more warmth
in their hearts during the cold winter nights. Thank you, SOMC! —Brenda Gibson, MRI
Discount Tickets for “A Christmas Carol” Available
JAX Theatre will proudly present their
transformations of Scrooge, Marley, and the
fourth annual production of A Christmas
ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future.
Carol: The Musical at 7 p.m. Dec. 19 and 20,
and 2 p.m. Dec. 20. The performance will
Ticket prices are $15 for premier seating and
take place at the Wheelersburg Cinema
$12 for general admission. Special $10 tickets
and is sponsored in part by SOMC.
for SOMC employees are also available for staff
members who present their employee ID. Tickets
This show will feature talent from all over to
can be purchased via phone, online, or at the
bring Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas story
door up to two-hours prior to show time. To
to life. SyFy’s Face Off alum RJ Haddy will also
learn more information or reserve a seat, call
return to complete the special effects makeup
574-6000 or visit www.tgentertainmentlive.com.
Ordering Business and
Appointment Cards
Preventing Falls
In-Service
Employees who need to place an order for
SOMC will host an in-service on “Preventing
business or appointment cards are instructed
Falls” from 1 to 2 p.m. Jan. 13 in Room 3 of the
to access the request form via the SOMC
Education Building on the Main Campus.
Intranet. The form can be found under
Forms < Stationery < Business/Appointment
The in-service will be led by Rose Netzer, vice
Card Form. To place an order for envelopes,
president of Clinical Services at Horizon Health.
letterhead, or prescription pads, please use
Professionals and community members are
the link located under Forms < Stationery <
invited to attend. RSVP is not required. For more
Envelopes, Letterhead, & Rx Pads Order Form.
information, please call Erica at ext. 6845.
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Organizational News & Updates continued
SOMC, Nationwide Hosts
Peds Cardiology Clinics
Southern Ohio Medical Center is partnering with
Nationwide Children’s Hospital to host Pediatric Cardiology
Clinics on the first Tuesday of every month.
As part of this service, they will be providing physician
ordered screenings for infants, children and adolescents.
Screenings will include: EKGs, ECHOs; evaluation of murmurs;
evaluation of chest pain and dizziness, with possible
cardiovascular causes; cardiology clearance for school sports
participation; and follow-up visits for cardiac patients.
The clinic is run by Dr. Kerry Rosen, the director of Outpatient
Services at Nationwide Children’s Heart Center. The clinics will take
place at SOMC Heart and Vascular Services, and appointments can
be made through Nationwide Children’s by calling 614-722-6657.
Medical Staff
Whaley Celebrates
One-Year Anniversary
Nurse Practitioner Sherry Whaley of the
SOMC Vanceburg Family Practice recently
celebrated her one-year anniversary of
working at the hospital. Congratulations
on achieving this milestone and thanks for
providing such wonderful care to our patients!
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Health & Wellness
SOMC Receives Silver Level
Healthy Worksite Award
Southern Ohio Medical Center was recently recognized
for their outstanding efforts toward employee health
and fitness, receiving the 2014 Silver Level Healthy
Worksite Award presented by the Ohio Department of
Health (ODH) and the Healthy Ohio Business Council (HOBC).
A total of 71 companies, cities, and townships applied for the 2014 Healthy Worksite
awards, which recognize Ohio employers who demonstrate a commitment to employee
wellness through comprehensive worksite health promotion and wellness programs.
“Poor nutrition, inactive and sedentary lifestyles, tobacco use, and alcohol and drug use limit our
potential to be productive Ohioans. This is why a comprehensive approach to preventive health
and wellness at worksites is an essential part of improving both the health of Ohioans and the
overall success of our state,” Dr. Andrew Wapner, chief of the Bureau of Healthy Ohio at ODH, said.
“Healthy Ohio Healthy Worksite Award winners are leading the way in this effort
by making a healthy work environment a priority for their employees.”
Applicants are scored on how well their wellness programs facilitate and encourage
employee health, enhance productivity, and ensure a healthy work environment.
“In terms of health and wellness, SOMC strives to be the leading example not just to
our employees, but for other employers and the community,” April Sanders, manager
of SOMC Employee Health and Wellness said. “We work to encourage a healthy
community that will result in our children and their families living long and happy
lives. We’re glad to be making strides both in and outside our workforce.”
The Healthy Worksite awards are sponsored by Provant, a leader in population health management
strategies and customized worksite wellness services that support employee well-being and
productivity and healthcare cost containment. For more information about the Healthy Ohio Healthy
Worksite Award program, please visit http://www.healthy.ohio.gov/en/businesses/howkawd.aspx.
Employee Meltdown Alumni Challenge Weigh-Outs
Employees who participated in the Meltdown Alumni Challenge must visit the Employee
Health and Wellness Office for an official weigh-out during the week of Dec. 15-19.
Participants must weigh-out no later than Friday, Dec. 19 to be eligible
for prizes, which will be given the week of Dec. 22.
The Employee Health and Wellness Office is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday
in Suite 307A of the Waller Building. For more information, please call ext. 8432.
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Weekly Beat Classifieds
miscellaneous
Gingerbread decor. Can text pictures.
Kids Fooseball table. $75. Bar stools.
wooden with back rest with spindles.
$25 for 2. China set. $25 for set. call
740-935 0898
all reasonable offers. Contact 740352-0483 if interested or for pictures.
text 740-222-4413 for pictures or if
interested.
Standard size 7ft pool table electric
blue cloth. Claw feet solid wood. Call
740-464-1746 will send pics
Radio Flyer Interactive Spring Horse.
Excellent condtion. Makes Galloping
noises. Asking $75. Call or text 740961-2599. Pictures available.
Sunquest pro-16s tanning bed by
wolff excellent condition $500.00
Call 740-821-7829 leave message if
no answer ,will email pictures upon
request.
motor vehicles
Black Eclipse 2007. 102,000 miles.
Rebuilt title. Paint 1 1/2 years old.
Runs great. $6,000. Call 740-2857506
Baldwin Piano, style 655, bought in
1993, with bench, excellent condition
$2,000 259-8262
Ping Pong Table. $25. Call 357-7526.
AT&T HTC One Mini, Great Condition,
only selling because I wanted a new
phone. Works Great comes with a
case. $ 100 Please call or Text 606541-5909
For Sale: 12 ft V-nose Homsteader
enclosed trailer. Upgrades inside
include carpet flooring and siding
for moveable shelves and hangers.
Ready to go as a motorcycle hauler.
Tires in great shape. Asking $2,500.
Please call/text 740-222-5356.
For sale a small women Guess brown
leather jacket asking $20.00, small
women Excelled black leather jacket
asking $20.00. Also a Aqua Joy Chair
lift for a bath tub with a new battery
pack,(new battery on $89.00) used
very little, don’t need anymore.
Usually sell for $800 - $1,000. I am
asking only $350.00. Will take less
if needed. 740-353-8945 or 740-8768462.
Antique round oak (veneer top)
pedestal kitchen table. Asking $200
but will consider all reasonable
offers. Has small damaged area on
veneer top. Contact 740-352-0483 if
interested or for pictures.
12 setting of Johann Haviland
(bavaria germany) blue garland fine
china. Includes sugar/cream set,
gravy boat, (and add in any other
pieces u have w set). Great condition.
Asking $150.00 but will consider all
reasonable offers. Contact 740-3520483 if interested or for pictures.
Vintage chairs (may be considered
hitchcock) with rush seats and
stenciling. Set of 4. Great condition.
Asking $100 for set but will consider
Huffy Girls 10 speed bike excellent
condition
$40.00
call
740
821-7829leave message if no answer
Teeter Hangup EP 960 Premium
Inversion Table. Includes Acupressure
Nodes, Lumbar Bridge, & DVD
with stretch & strength routines.
Purchased 2 years ago with minimum
use. $200.00 Call 776-2046 and leave
message.
NEW custom made strapless
wedding dress. Crystal beading. High
low. Size 12. $500. Call or text Kelli
740-707-7646 for pics.
Brand New Brown 4 XT Coveralls $ 50.
Please call 820-8803.
Great Christmas Gift!!! A KitchenAid
4.5qt. 300 Watt 10 Speed Mixer
(stand model) with additional Bowl..
color Silver Metallic. still in box price
$269.96, w/tax of $19.57, 289.53.
Priced at Belk’s Dept. Store, approx
$349., or more. call 353-0549 and
leave name & number if no answer.
2 tickets to the Buckeye Country
Superfest at the Ohio Stadium (The
Horseshoe) in Columbus Ohio. Blake
Shelton, Rascal Flatts, Lee Brice, Tyler
Farr and Cassadee Pope. Tickets
are General Admission. (front of
the stage). Saturday June 20, 2015.
$550.00 for both tickets. That is what
I paid, just can’t go now. Still have
the receipt to show. Would make
excellent Christmas gift. 740-7273936
Scrub Tops and Bottoms: 10 Small
tops- All different colors, patterns,
and brands. Some barely worn -$25
for all. 2 Medium tops- Both Navy
blue -$5 for both. 5 pants- Smalls or
fit like smalls. 2 navy blue, orange,
grey, and red -$15 for all. NEW with
tags navy blue scrub set- Jockey
brand- size Large. -$25 for set. Please
2005 Chevy Cobalt LS. 84,800 miles.
Salvage Title. 4 Door. 4 Cylinder.
Blue. New Tires, less than 1 year old.
Leather seats. Power Locks, Steering,
Brakes. Heated Seats (Driver’s side
not working). Pictures available for
texting or emailing or see in person.
Asking $3,5 00 OBO. Phone 740-3542939 or 740-357-0084.
1995 Ford F150 Crew Cab, Custom
built by Centurion, Red w/ grey
interior, 351 V8, Auto, 210k miles, New
exhaust. $4,000 or best offer. (740)
352-6888
2008 Toyota Corolla LE, Silver, interior/
grey, 31,000 miles; Air Conditioning;
AM/FM Radio/ CD Player; 4-Wheel
ABS Brakes; Passenger Airbag; Side
Head Curtain/Front Side Airbags;
Power Exterior Mirrors; Power Door
Locks; Power Windows; Vehicle
Anti-Theft; Cruise; Power Sunroof.
Excellent condition, $10,495.00, nice
car for student or work, 354-3971.
pets
YORKIE PUPS will be ready for
Christmas! $300 each. Will be 6 weeks
on Dec. 21st. 3 female and 2 male. Will
be 5-8 lbs full grown. Tails docked and
dew claws removed. Wormed and up
to date on shots. Mom and dad on
site. Please call/text 740-727-5224 or
740-352-8699 for more info/pics.
Free Adorable Puppies, 6 wks old, in
time for Christmas. Mother is cocker
spaniel. Puppies are brown and
white. Call 820-8803
Shi tzu puppies, full blood, no
papers. Will be almost 6 Weeks old
on Christmas. 5 females, multiple
coloring, can send pictures if
requested. Both parents on site,
Minford area. $275.00 Text 740-3522921 or Call 740-776-4466
Built in 1928 with original wood trim
throughout. Newer roof, gas furnace,
central air. Gas log fireplace. Kitchen
appliances included. Great starter
home! South Webster school district.
Call/text for more details (740)3578813.
FOR RENT: Very nice two bdrm, one
bath, apartment located at 612
Meadow Ln. Wheelersburg, along
the Ohio River. Spacious living room,
brkfast bar overlooking into kitchen,
large kitchen equipped with nice
built-in appliances & ample blond
maple cabinets throughout. Washer/
Dryer hookup. Spacious private front
porch and back yard patio. All electric.
$600.00 monthly. Trash removal
included. Call: (740) 574-5741.
1648 1/2 5th Street, Portsmouth.
2 Bedroom, 1 bathroom upstairs
apartment close to Shawnee State
University, this apartment has
living area, large walk in closets in
bathroom and bedroom, Large eat in
kitchen with appliances, pantry and
balcony, hard wood flooring in living
area, hallway, and bedrooms.
$600 a month, $200 Deposit, Month
to Month Lease; Water, Sewage
and trash paid, ternate would be
responsible for Gas Heat and Electric.
No smoking and No Pets allowed, for
questions, pictures and apt, please
call 740-935-3955.
Two
bedroom
home,
West
Portsmouth/Carey’s Run area, for
rent with full unfinished basement
and large family room that could
be converted into a third bedroom;
large fenced in yard. $450.00/month
plus $450.00 deposit. Must provide
references and be willing to complete
background check. If interested
please call 357-4157.
wanted
Looking for an apartment sized dryer
or stackable dryer. Please call Debbie
at (740) 935-1654
real estate
House for Sale in Wheelersburg.
$89,900. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath. 2 car
detached garage with blacktop
driveway. Landscaped, half acre lot.
Classified Guidelines
Classified ad submissions
must be sent via an SOMC
e-mail account to merrifis@
somc.org. Items submitted
through any other e-mail
server will not be accepted.
Ads must be submitted by 3
p.m. Wednesday and will be
listed for three weeks beginning
each Friday morning.
No more than five items may
be listed at a time and work
extensions may not be listed
as a telephone contact. Ads that are considered
solicitation, or the selling or
offering of goods or services
not pertaining to or sponsored
by SOMC, may not be listed.