Heart Screening Helps Shari Last Year during Heart Month, February, Shari felt completely healthy. However, she decided to participate in the health screening at the hospital. The results showed a problem. After additional testing was done by her doctor, she was immediately admitted to the hospital for two days and two nights to start thinning her blood. Her heart was beating irregularly because of a p-wave problem that can lead to atrial fibrillation (AF). AF increases the heartbeats and heart attacks and strokes. She would like to tell those folks that don’t want to get pre-screening, that their quality of life will improve by preventing strokes and heartaches by participating in preventative care screenings. In retrospect, the only thing that she realized was that she was a little more tired than usual. To correct Afib, doctors will try to get her heart to beat regularly. If the medication prescribed doesn’t help, then her heart could be shocked. From the...

Meeting Room 12:15 – 1:00 pm this Friday     Recipient: Gwen H. Gwen always goes the extra mile; she definitely has helping hands and a willing heart. She just wants to make a difference. She sat with several of us when we started the Biggest Loser and helped us develop an individualized plan. She is teaching a class on Friday for the Biggest Loser contestants. She is always looking for ways to help her patients with supplies or advice, etc. She does the same for anyone in the community. She rocks!!! ” Nominated By: Susan   Recipient: Jose G “Jose is very pleasant and cheerful. He is happy to be here. He is very careful and good at what he does. He moves the rolling files under my desk and mops there each time. One time he was happy to reach some trash that had fallen ‘too far’ under the...

We are here to keep you healthy! Preventative treatment saves billion in dollars and lives. The leading cause of death in Madison County is cardiovascular disease. This condition can be prevented or delayed. Hence this month, we are offering our annual preventative care screening for only $90, a small fraction of the price, to help everyone! These screenings are cash, check, or card basis; or you may complete a payroll deduction, and it will not be billed to the insurance. This will be open until appointments are filled. (Only 40 slots available) We have joined with Idaho Heart Institute to offer this screening to provide you with information that will help you make the right decisions for your life. Each of the screenings below will help determine your heart disease risk: • Stroke screening Ultrasound: Checks for narrowing and blockages of the main arteries in the neck. • 12-lead Electrocardiogram (ECG): Measures the electrical activity of...

Madison has started a new, great program! Club Ortho gives patients a smoother program for those scheduled to have hip, knee, or shoulder surgery. It is designed to make each patient’s entire surgical experience a seamless and problem free.

Surgery works with Case Management who works with Physical Therapy who all work with the Doctors to ensure that our orthopedic patients have a highly collaborated and optimally cared for experience. Programs like this are often seen in larger metropolitan hospitals, but rarely in one of our size.  This program guides the patient from the decision to have surgery all the way through recovery and return to optimum health. The first class was held last Monday (1/26/2015) and was very well received.

When you see them, give Case Management a “way to go” pat on the back. Programs like this will make for happier, healthier patients at Madison Memorial Hospital.

For those who missed the cooking with Carol class on Friday here’s the delicious and healthy recipe for the salsa that was made by our very own Chefs Lucas and Kyle. WELLNESS SALSA 4 CUPS FRESH TOMATOES – CHOPPED 1/2 CUP CILANTRO – CHOPPED 1/2 CUP FRESH PARSLEY-CHOPPED 1 CUP CELERY – CHOPPED 1 CUP GREENS ONION – CHOPPED 1 CUP  ENGLISH CUCUMBER, UNPEELED – CHOPPED 1 CUP RED ONIONS – CHOPPED 1 CUP GARBANZO BEANS (CHICK PEAS) – DRAINED AND RINSED ¼ CUP LEMON JUICE 2 TBSP  EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL 1/2 CUP FAT-FREE ITALIAN DRESSING 1 TBSP ROASTED GARLIC – CHOPPED 1 TBSP FRESH GARLIC- CHOPPED 1 TBSP FRESH BASIL- CHOPPED 1 TSP GARLIC-PEPPER SALT (OPTIONAL) 1 JALAPENO PEPPER (OPTIONAL)    DIRECTIONS MIX ALL INGREDIENTS IN A LARGE BOWL. REFRIGERATE FOR AT LEAST 2 HOURS BEFORE SERVING. SERVE WITH A STURDY CHIP LIKE MULTIGRAIN SCOOPS OR HOMEMADE CHIPS FROM...

Our first Staff Development class on “Basic Communication” went very well and had good attendance. Six classes were taught and 62 people attended. Thanks to everyone who came! During February we will discuss negative self-talk that we all seem to fall into at times, and how we can change that to positive. Jessica Curr, Clinical Educator for Labor and Delivery, will be presenting. Follow this link (https://prezi.com/7pshc9vogq-y/positive-self-talk/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=ending_bar_share) to learn more. Employee News Congratulations to the following people! Promotions: Jana J. in ED was promoted to Pharmacy Tech Graduations: Letecia G. (Med/Surg) achieved her RN.  She had been an LPN.   Years of Service for February 5 Year Michelle M. (Administration)    10 Year Tanja H. (Med/Surg) Nathan O. (Med/Surg) Norie Pead (Nutritional Services)   New Hires for January Ashlee O. Radiology CT Tech Lexie T. Med/Surg RN Britney W. MMSC Surgery Tech Shydi M. Med/Surg RN Patrick G. Env. Services Housekeeper...

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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...

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