Caring for You
News from Lisa Larkin, MD, & Associates
February 2011
In This Issue
New Year, New Look
NEW 2011 Health & Wellness Topics
Better Health Blog
Cell Phone Policy
Diabetes Classes
AHA Heart Mini Marathon
VITAL Study
Healthy Living Discussion Series
Vascular Screening
Pulmonary Treatment
Level 3 Certification
 
Lisa Larkin, M.D.

  Website Makeover

Lisa Larkin, M.D., & Associates' website has a new look and is easier to navigate!

The site continues to provide information about our providers and the services we offer, as well as more interactive tools and media. The improved navigation makes it easier to find the information you are looking for, including a new online payment portal where you can pay your annual fees and review and pay your office charges. Additionally, access to Lisa Larkin, M.D., & Associates on Facebook and Twitter is just one click away.

Our website is the best place to find information on all health classes, upcoming events and office news, such as office policies, hours and contact information. Explore the user-friendly new site and take advantage of the information it provides.

And, check out the Larkin Partners in Health website, which has also received a makeover! The Larkin Partners in Health site provides information about many of the providers and healthcare services with whom we partner.

  Upcoming 2011 Health & Wellness Topics   

Don't miss the upcoming installments of the Lisa Larkin, MD, & Associates Health & Wellness Lecture Series. The lectures, as always, are free to attend!

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February 23:

6:30 p.m. - Riding the wave of midlife hormones: A guide to help you navigate the journey, presented by Lisa Larkin, MD, NCMP.

7:30 p.m. - Reclaiming grandmother's wisdom: Using herbs for self-care, presented by Josefa Rangel, MD, integrative medicine specialist.

                     March 8:

6:30 p.m. - What all women need to know about heart disease, presented by Monica Hunter, MD, board-certified cardiologist from the Ohio Heart and Vascular Center.

7:30 p.m. - Let your smile speak for you: Update on cosmetic dentistry, presented by Steven Pick, DDS.


The Health & Wellness Lecture Series is a free resource designed to help you improve your overall health and well-being. Although the series is free, space is limited, so call and reserve your seat today!

  

Installments of the Health & Wellness Lecture Series are held at the Cincinnati Sports Club (CSC). Call our office at 513.271.5111 or the CSC at 513.527.4000 to sign up.

Better Health Blog  

In the latest post to our Better Health Blog, Dr. Jennifer Manders analyzes a recent study that questions the long-standing procedure of removing cancerous lymph nodes from the armpit of women in the early stages of breast cancer.

Dr. Manders is a surgical oncology specialist with expertise in diseases of the breast and oncoplastic surgery. In her post, Dr. Manders reminds us that the results of the study are not applicable to all female breast cancer patients. She takes an in-depth look at the study and shares her expert opinion on how to interpret the results. Full Post

This New York Times article provides additional analysis on the findings of the study.

Office Cell Phone Policy

When you step into our office, your healthcare is our number one priority. As a certified Level 3 patient-centered medical home, our goal is to give you and your fellow patients the best care possible. That is why we ask that you please refrain from using your cell phone once you enter the office and for the remainder of your visit. If you must take a call, or have an important call to make, please step outside to do so.

The providers at Lisa Larkin, M.D., & Associates appreciate your cooperation.

 

Diabetes Classes Return in March

Jan Kellogg, certified diabetes instructor, is offering a new cycle of diabetes classes in March. The sessions will be held on select Saturdays throughout the month, from 10 a.m. to noon. A new topic will be covered in each session:Jan Kellogg

 

March 5 -   On the Road to Better Managing Your Diabetes 

March 12 - Diabetes and Healthy Eating
March 19 - Monitoring Your Blood Glucose
March 26 - Continuing Your Journey with Diabetes

A package of four classes is $30. Individual sessions are $10. Call our office at 513.271.5111 to reserve a space.

 

Join Us at The AHA Heart Mini Marathon & Walk

The American Heart Association will be hosting the 34th annual Heart Mini Marathon in Downtown Cincinnati on Sunday, March 20.

Dr. Lisa Larkin and Rob and Keri Rickenbaugh will be representing Lisa Larkin, M.D. & Associates as participants in the Heart Mini. Please come join them and participate in this great event, or at least support them with your cheers!

If you are interested in participating, attending or simply want to make a donation, please view the full event details here.

The money raised will allow doctors to have the most up-to-date research at their fingertips to help prevent and treat heart disease among patients. It will also enable medical professionals to fight heart defects that thousands of babies are born with every year.

We strongly encourage you to participate in this year's Heart Mini or to contribute in any way you can. Thank you.

Harvard VITAL Study Still Seeking Participants 

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The Harvard VITAL (VITamin D and OmegA-3 TriaL) Study seeks to determine whether taking daily dietary supplements of vitamin D or fish oil reduces the risk of developing cancer, heart disease and stroke.

The trial focuses on if these supplements reduce risk in people who DO NOT  have a prior history of the aforementioned illnesses or conditions. The study still needs participants! No travel is required. The goal of the study is to have 20,000 total participants, made up of both men and women.

Click here to view additional details about the VITAL Study and see if you meet the criteria to participate.

 

Take Charge of Your Health

Integrative medicine specialist Dr. Josefa Rangel's "Taking Charge of Our Health: A Healthy Living Discussion Series" presents books and movies for discussion about our health. The series is held on select Thursdays at 7 p.m. at the offices of Lisa Larkin, MD, & Associates.

 

February 17: Book Discussion: The End of Overeating: Taking Control of the Insatiable American Appetite, by David Kessler, MD.

 

March 10: Movie Presentation: "Fresh" New Thinking about What We're Eating.

 

The discussion series is free, but there is limited seating. Please call our office at 513.271.5111 to reserve a seat.  

Vascular Screening Available

Patients with cardiovascular disease often do not have symptoms until the problem has reached an advanced stage. Screening exams help identify patients with early cardiovascular disease before this occurs. The next vascular screening will be held Friday, March 11 at the office of Lisa Larkin, MD, & Associates. 


Consult your physician to determine if you should be tested. He or she will then decide which test is right for you based on your age and other risk factors you may or may not have. Cost varies based on the type of screening you receive, and if you receive more than one type of screening. To learn more about the different tests that are available and which one may be right for you, please visit the Vascular Screening page on our website.

To schedule a test, call our office at 513.271.5111

 

Pulmonologists Seeing Patients 

Dr. Jason Martin and Dr. Eric Weinstein with Tri-State Pulmonary Associates will see adult patients on Thursday afternoons in our offices. They specialize in treatment of diseases and tumors of the lung including shortness of breath, COPD, emphysema, and asthma. Call our office to schedule.  

 

LLMD Recognized as Level 3 Patient-Centered Medical Home
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We are so proud that our practice recently earned the highest level of recognition from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) for adopting a patient-centered medical home (PCMH) model. The Level 3 certification recognizes medical practices that have passed a rigorous, comprehensive review and strive to continuously improve through a systems-based approach to quality and safety. "This certification really reflects our philosophy of providing evidence-based, patient-centered care," said Dr. Larkin, "which we believe improves the overall health of the patients." Read more about our certification on our website. 

 

Thank you again for the opportunity to participate in your healthcare. We hope you will take advantage of the many resources available to you, and we look forward to serving you.

As always, we place great value on open communication with you. If you ever have any questions or comments, please don't hesitate to contact us at 513.271.5111 or

officeinfo@lisalarkinmd.com.

  


Sincerely,

 
Lisa Larkin, M.D., NCMP

Lisa Joliat, M.D., NCMP
Maria Wright, M.D., NCMP
Kim L. Miller, M.D., NCMP
Susan Stegman, M.D.
Anna Fox, CNP
Sondra Lyness, PA-C
Cindy Dellinger, M.D., FACOG, NCMP

 

Lisa Larkin, M.D., & Associates | 4460 Red Bank Rd., Suite 100 | Cincinnati, OH 45227

www.lisalarkinmd.com  | 513.271.5111