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 A Word From Our President
In a 5-4 vote on June 28, the Supreme Court of the United States upheld the controversial Individual Mandate provision of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) also referred to as ObamaCare. The implications for hospitals and other healthcare providers are significant and will forever change our healthcare landscape. There is no doubt that this very confusing legislation will be modified and improved upon, but this milestone decision does in fact solidify the path for significant change. Regardless of the changes we face, Carson Health remains committed to providing high quality and accessible care and to deliver on our promise of creating exceptional experiences. The Leadership team is more committed than ever to our Mission and to stay on top of pending national reform initiatives. This organization's strategic planning efforts can now take a more definitive position as we prepare for insurance exchanges, Medicaid expansion, new payment models, Accountable Care Organizations, clinical integration and coordinated care across multiple organizations. We will successfully meet these complex regulatory challenges and continue to provide the compassionate healthcare services you have come to expect from the professionals at Carson Health. |
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 Carson Pain Management Center Open In Its New Location The Pain Management Center has opened in its new location at 102 S. Third St., Ste. 300, Carson City. Click here for a listing of services offered.
Pictured: Dr. Parut Bhimalli, M.D. and Wanda Myers, F.N.P.-B.C |
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Carson Health is Walking to London
There are more than 100 associates who are participating in a walking club organized by Carson Health. The rules for the club: just walk! All participants were given pedometers to track their steps and report them each week. The goal is to see how many times we can walk from Carson City to London and back for the Olympics.
Carson Health has taken several initiatives in the past year to enhance our wellness program, including established an on-site clinic through LivingWell. "The Walking Club reinforces that we all need to take an active role in our health" said Kristen Litwiller, Benefits Coordinator for Carson Health. |
 Apothecary & Gift Shoppe Held a Grand Opening
Prizes were raffled off through-out the day and many customers who stopped in enjoyed free popcorn and cookies. The lucky winner of the Grand Prize, a 32" TV was Linda Bongard, an associate of Carson Health who works as a Discharge Planner.
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 Big Sisters AwardedCarson Health Associate, Kerry Nyhof was recently awarded as 2012 Big Sister of the year for Gratiot and Montcalm Counties. Kerry has been a Big Sister for nearly two years. She said "I have loved every minute of it." She began participating in the program because she loves kids and doesn't have any of her own, but knew someone out there could use some guidance. She was considering becoming a foster parent and felt this was a good place to start. Co-worker, Michelle Cunningham is also a participant in the program and was awarded for Outstanding Volunteer Commitment. |
 June 2012 Associate of the MonthCarson Health would like to Congratulate Scott Baldwin as the June 2012 Associate of the Month. Scott is a Patient Care Technician, in the Emergency Department. Click here to see what his co-works said when nominating him. |
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Carson Health Welcomes New Associates
Carson Health would like to extend a warm welcome to the new associates who joined the hospital family in June.
Thank you for choosing us! |
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Water Safety
With the scorching heat we have had, please take a moment to remember these few water safety tips as we take our families to the local pool and lake to cool off.
1. "Buddy up." Always swim with a partner.
2. Don't use a flotation device as a substitute for supervision. Never allow a child in a pool without an adult.
3. Don't leave toys out that would attract children to the pool area.
4. Apply sunscreen regularly when getting in and out of the water.
5. When boating, always wear a Coast Guard Approved life preserver.
6. If you don't know CPR, take a class.
7. Teach your children how to float on their backs, it could save their life.
8. When boating, teach your children if they fall to raise their ski or arm out of the water so they are more visible in the water to other boaters.
9. If you are on a river or unfamiliar lake, go slow and learn your surroundings. This goes for boating and swimming.
10. Last, but most importantly, never drink alcohol when swimming or boating.
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Pain Relief Begins Here!
with Dr. P. Bhimalli
We have all had pain before, but what about chronic pain? Chronic pain is often sharp in quality and is persistent; it could go on for weeks, month, even years. This pain continues even after the injury is healed. Join Dr. Bhimalli as he discusses chronic pain syndrome. Do you know what is causing your pain? Many people can be helped if they understand the underlying cause. Carson Health Pain Management Center offers precision diagnosis and advanced management of chronic pain. Please join us for this FREE Brown Bag Lunch presentation Wednesday, July 18, 2012, located at Carson Hospital in Conference Room A at 11:30 a.m. |
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Stereotactic Open House
We are happy to announce we are able to provide stereotactic breast biopsy at Carson Health! Please join us at an open house on July 25 from 4-7 p.m. for light refreshments and learn why this is the most accurate, efficient, and minimally invasive biopsy techniques available today. |
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Use this coupon to receive 10% off any one gift item purchase. Not valid on prescriptions, over-the-counter-medications, medical supplies, candy or food items. Coupon must be presented at time of purchase. One coupon per person please. | | Offer Expires: July 20, 2012 |
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