Perry Shumway

Madisonhealth Blog

Engagement Task Force

January 3rd, 2015

We have been given an opportunity as front-line employees to come together and constructively look at the people and processes of Madison Memorial and make specific recommendations on how we can improve both the employee and patient experience.

Our purpose as a task force is to:

Improve patient satisfaction
- HCAHPS scores
- Patient experience
Improve employee engagement/satisfaction

Written by Kim, Michelle, Lucas, Kyle

Employee Relations

New Year | New Life

January 2nd, 2015

New Year | New Life A New Life for this year’s New Year’s Baby joined us. Her Name is Cece. She is a perfect, beautiful, big baby girl with the ability to do so much with her life. The family is happy that Cece arrived with a healthy mother through a natural delivery, even though her big brother came by c-section. This big brother is very excited to have her home. She is surrounded by a loving family and is being spoiled. Her mother stated that she is a tough little cookie, and hopes that she will be this strong all of her life. She also wants her to find and always be herself. Her dad is glad that she is healthy and happy. He is already planning hunting trips with her. With this new year, let’s be inspired, and take big steps towards our dreams and our goals. One goal that can help you accomplish everything else in your...

Employee Relations

Madison Furthers Physician Collaboration

November 18th, 2014

Madison Furthers Physician Collaboration The first three hospital/practices in Rexburg were owned and run by physicians. Harvard graduate Dr. Joseph Walker had a building that served the general public until 1925. Opening shortly after Dr. Walker’s practice, Dr. Sutherland ran the Sutherland Hospital on the top floor of the Rexburg State Bank. In 1924, Dr. Harlo Rigby, and his wife Elsie built a hospital that averaged 400 cases annually for 29 years. Madison Memorial Hospital first opened its doors in 1951 as a 29-bed facility with just 23 employees. During its first 24 hours of operations, the hospital had 1 birth, 1 death, and 5 surgeries. Since that day it has continued to grow and evolve with the changing needs of the community. Madison Memorial Hospital was recognized as one of the top 100 small hospitals in the nation in 1994. Just two years later the hospital started another construction...

Employee Relations

The Pulse 11/14

November 6th, 2014

Admin Update When danger lurks behind healthcare reforms, have no fear, admin is here. Highlights Employees of the Quarter Rand R. (Volunteer) Teamwork – I was singularly impressed with Rand’s willingness to give up his personal time to help at the Women’s Health Conference on October 11. On arrival, he immediately asked how he could be of assistance and did a phenomenal job throughout the day, managing class numbers and directing “traffic.” Rand was excited to be a part of this event – believing in its worth to the extent of bringing his mom, who was visiting from Utah, and his girlfriend so that they could benefit from the education offered. Even at the end of a long day, Rand stayed behind to restore rooms to their original state – helping to move furniture, materials, etc Rand was polite and helpful and I observed him on multiple occasions assisting conference...

Wellness Events

Share Your Voice

November 4th, 2014

Share Your Voice

Some of the best decisions ever made are when a group of concerned and dedicated individuals with various interests and different backgrounds understands a situation, carefully weigh alternatives, and make a united decision. That is how the democracy of the United States was created. Differing opinions, conflicting interests, and opposing beliefs exist. When one remains silent in a democracy, representation is decreased and other freedoms eventually become lost. Preserve the democracy, and contribute to a great nation today with your voice in these elections.

Click this link & type your zip code for Basic Ballot Information.

Prepared by Lucas.

Employee Relations Wellness Events

“I loved the Conference”

October 16th, 2014

Women’s Health Conference Rexburg, ID – Madison Memorial Hospital (MMH) had their first Women’s Health Conference on Saturday, October 11th, at Madison High School. The keynote speaker was Dr. S. Blake Wachter MD, PhD, from The Idaho Heart Institute, who discussed Women & Cardiovascular Disease. Wachter and over 27 physicians and healthcare providers shared their expertise on both common and complex problems experienced by women. According to Audrey Fletcher, Chief Operations Officer at MMH, “The purpose of the conference was to encourage women to become better in of the following aspects: understand their own healthcare needs, make informed decisions about their well-being, feel inspired to take charge of their health, and ultimately, be health advocates in their homes and communities.” “We are grateful to the members of our community, who by their participation demonstrated their advocacy for women’s health,” said Doug McBride, Public Relations Director at MMH. “Loved it! I would love...

Employee Relations Wellness Events

Women’s Health Conference Attractions

October 10th, 2014

We are excited for The Women’s Health Conference tomorrow. You will take with you a deeper understanding, as well as a delicious breakfast (Yogurt, Fruit, and a muffin); and lunch (chicken salad, fruit cup, and a cookie). You may also come home with some of the Giveaway items:

– iPod shuffle

– iPod

– Colonoscopy (screening, physician services, anesthesiologist services covered by Madison Surgery Center)

– Booster Seat (Thanks to Mead Johnson)

– Stroller (Thanks to Mead Johnson)

– Pack and Play (Thanks to Mead Johnson)

– and more

We hope that you are as excited as we are. Bring your friends, and we’ll see you tomorrow.

Sincerely,

Madison Memorial Hospital

Breast Cancer Awareness Brake for Breakfast

Employee Relations

The Pulse 10-14

October 3rd, 2014

Madison Pulse Brake 4 B-fast A special thanks to each of you who helped with the Brake 4 B-fast. We gave out 1500 breakfasts and had many sponsors throughout the community donate money, time, and giveaway items. We also tried to identify and give each breast cancer survivor a pink rose. All women above 40, or who have a family history of breast cancer are encouraged to screen and take all the preventative measures to reduce the risk. New Therapy Services MMH admin has announced the organizational change in the therapy services department. We value the association we have had with our previously contracted group, Alicia Siddoway, and Integrated Therapy Services. They have treated many patients throughout the years, and we thank them for their services. With their departure, a new contract service has been selected. We are pleased to announce that Matt Daybell and Rehab Services of Idaho have partnered with MMH...

Wellness Events

Breast Cancer Prevention

September 29th, 2014

Breast Cancer Prevention Awareness

Prevention is the best solution. Mammograms are required to detect breast cancer early. Women who have a family that is genetically predisposed and all women above 40 should consider an annual mammogram as a part of their healthcare. Wear Pink this Day to Remind Others to take steps of prevention.

Post by Teton Radiology Madison- Rexburg.

Wellness Events

Women’s Health Conference Happenings

September 15th, 2014

Women’s Health Conference Happenings

Come be enlightened about your health with your lady friends and family.

Online event registration for Women’s Health Conference powered by Eventbrite

A Healthy You

Public Health Awareness Alert Respiratory Virus (EV-D68)

September 12th, 2014

Public Health Awareness Alert

Employee Relations

Madison Pulse

September 4th, 2014

Madison Pulse Free iPad with Patient Portal Have you been a patient in the last three months? Everyone who registers and accesses their valuable health information is enrolled in the free i-pad drawing done at the end of September. Madison Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that patients can now access their demographic, health history, billing, lab, and radiology information online using the Patient Portal! We have been offering this as a service to our patients since the middle of August, and so far 111 (about 6%) of our patients have enrolled and accessed their information online. Our goal is to continue building this service and to increase awareness of its availability so that more of our patients can access their information using this new and very convenient process. Benefit Fair & Insurance Open Enrollment Thursday, September 18, 2014 – Benefit Fair and Insurance Open Enrollment. It will be held in...

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Perry Shumway

Madisonhealth Blog

Engagement Task Force

Written by Kim, Michelle, Lucas, Kyle

New Year | New Life

Madison Furthers Physician Collaboration

The Pulse 11/14

Share Your Voice

Share Your Voice

“I loved the Conference”

Women’s Health Conference Attractions

The Pulse 10-14

Breast Cancer Prevention

Women’s Health Conference Happenings

Women’s Health Conference Happenings

Public Health Awareness Alert Respiratory Virus (EV-D68)

Public Health Awareness Alert

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