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Go Red for Women on April 2 |
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DODGEVILLE (March 4) -- Go
Red for Women is a heart health
fair, just for women. It is planned for Saturday,
April 2, from 8 a.m. to noon at Upland Hills Health,
Dodgeville. |
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It's a morning outing for moms, grandmothers,
aunts, sisters and daughters! Wear
red and get a free gift at the door! |
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A featured activity is free cholesterol
and blood sugar testing. Reservations are necessary and
can be made by calling (608) 930-7200, ext. 4301. |
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Click
here to view a flyer summarizing
the morning events and times for each activity. |
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About cholesterol and blood sugar levels |
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Some cholesterol is vital; too much can
be deadly. In fact, a heart attack might be the first
sign that the fatty, waxy stuff has been clogging your
arteries. The good news about blood cholesterol is that
you can control it with favorable results. In fact, each
10 percent reduction in high-cholesterol levels lowers
your risk of heart disease by about 20 percent. The first
step is to get tested and learn if your levels are high. |
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Blood sugar testing helps detect diabetes.
Although women are no more likely than men to get diabetes,
they are at greater risk for complications should they
develop the disease. For this reason, women should be
aware of the symptoms of diabetes and see their doctors
if they suspect they have a problem. |
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Prior to having your blood drawn, fasting
is highly recommended; no food or beverages (other than
water) should be consumed after midnight that morning.
Results will be available at noon; participants should
pick up their results in Physician Specialty Services
area before leaving the fair. |
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Other "Go Red" activities
listed |
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Other event activities include presentations
by Dr. Jodi Peterson, Dr. Mark Bishop and Dr. Cathryn
Kaiser, blood pressure testing, a panel discussion by
five local women with heart disease, CPR classes (non-certification),
cooking with soy demonstrations, exercise tips for busy
women, a guided tour of the new EECP lab and other hospital
heart services, online health tools and information,
and an introduction to the Great Journeys Walking Club. |
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Free refreshments will be offered in the
Coffee Shop on the Bob Campbell Main Street. Heart-healthy
snacks and beverages will be provided by the Upland Hills
Nutrition Services staff. |
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Parking for the event will be in the Physician
Specialty Services west lot. The event entrance is the
door marked, "Physician Specialty Services and Therapy
Center" near the Auxiliary Gift Shop. All activities
will take place near this area and on the Bob Campbell
Main Street connection to the Upland Hills Nursing and
Rehab Center. |
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With questions, call Community Relations
at (608) 930-7112 or email uhh_community_relations@uplandhillshealth.org |
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Video produced locally receives national
award |
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DODGEVILLE (March 4) -- A video produced
locally has received a 2004 Telly Award, selected from
among more than 10,000 entries from 50 states and numerous
countries. |
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The video, Facing Death, the Choice
We Have, was created at Upland Hills Health to
address a concern of the community -- that young people
were not being given the opportunity to discuss end-of-life
issues. Producer Dan Schwartzentruber of Eclipse Multimedia
Productions, Madison, submitted the video for judging. |
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At a banquet in February, Schwartzentruber
presented the bronze statue to two represenatives of
the Palliative Care group -- Dr. Gordon Grieshaber, Family
Practice Physician, and Claire Holland, Director of Upland
Hills Home Care and Hospice. |
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Dr. Adam Dachman, general surgeon, who
composed the score for the video, and Dr. Pamela Rice,
OB/Gyn, a physician in one of the taped scenarios, were
also present. Staff at the hospital and community members
volunteered their time to help act in this emotionally
powerful video, produced in 2003. |
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It has since been distributed with a study
guide, developed by Anne Bachner, Dodgeville, Hospice
Volunteer. Video copies were sent to schools in southwest
Wisconsin, free of charge, thanks to funding by Lands'
End Direct Merchants and other local supporters. |
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Copies have also been sold at a nominal
fee and distributed to schools and hospices around the
country. Copies are still available. Upland Hills Hospice
has videos available for loan at its resource library. |
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To learn more about the Telly program,
visit www.tellyawards.com. |
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| At a recent banquet Dan
Schwartzentruber , Eclipse Multimedia of
Madison, presented the bronze Telly Award
to Claire Holland, Director of Upland Hills
Home Care and Hospice, and Dr. Gordon Grieshaber,
Family Practice Physician, for their work
on the video, Facing Death, the Choice
We Have. |
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Upland Hills Health reacts to statewide
workforce report |
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When the Wisconsin Hospital Association
released its report predicting more challenges ahead
for workforce recruitment, the human resources director
at Upland Hills Health was not surprised. He agrees more
needs to be done, but is optimistic about recruiting
professionals to rural southwest Wisconsin. |
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“Yes, it’s a challenge, but
Dodgeville and surrounding communities have a lot to
offer health workers. It’s a great area in which
to live, work and raise a family. As a rural health provider,
Upland Hills has many full-service features health professionals,
including physicians, want to see,” says Troy Marx,
Dir. of Human Resources who oversees recruitment for
the hospital, nursing/rehab, home care, hospice, outpatient
clinics and other areas of the organization. |
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Also important is the nearby Southwest
Wisconsin Technical College – Fennimore, its nursing
programs and long-term support the college has provided
to our workforce, Marx emphasizes. |
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Click
here to read entire article… |
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Simple screening helps prevent colon cancer; Shorter
wait times in Dodgeville |
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As more people become aware of the need
for early detection of colon cancer, nationwide, the
waiting times for colon examinations has grown. At Upland
Hills Health, patients are finding it easy to get one
scheduled and performed by physicians with specialized
colonoscopy training. |
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A routine colon exam can prevent cancer
of the colon, the #2 most life-threatening cancer in
the U.S. This year alone in Wisconsin, an estimated 2,900
people will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer. In Iowa
County, the colon cancer rate among men is as high as
the rest of the nation, but among women is second only
to breast cancer - higher than the rest of the nation. |
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"I can't say enough about early screening
tests," says June Meudt, Director of the Iowa County
Health Department. "Early screening leads to early
treatment - and a more likely cure. [Furthermore] they're
so accessible here in Iowa County; you don't have to
go to Madison." |
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Colorectal cancer screening is important,
because precancerous growths can be can be found and
removed before cancer ever develops, according to Dr.
Mark Hughes of Dean Family Practice Associates,
one of four physicians who perform the examination at
Upland Hills. |
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Click
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United Fund supports Birthing Unit |
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United Fund of Iowa County in 2004 helped
Upland Hills Health purchase a new Birthing Unit Ultrasound
machine. United Fund contributed $2,500 to help offset
the expense of this $20,000 apparatus. It is helpful
on the Birthing Unit to offer a higher level of care
for new mothers. The ultrasound machine eliminates the
need to transfer patients for ultrasounds or Xrays to
determine if a baby is breech. |
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Working closely with OB/Gyns Dr. Everett
Lindsey and Dr. Pamela Rice, other family practice physicians
and registered nurses, the birthing unit purchased and
implemented the ultrasound equipment to better evaluate
fetal and placental location. It is also utilized to
promptly recognize and treat emergency situations due
to hemorrhage or breech positions. |
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Pictured here is Tammy Smith, RN, one of the nurses who has been trained
to utilize the equipment on the Birthing Unit. |
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Memory Quilt Tile Sale |
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The Upland Hills Auxiliary invites you
to order a tile to be set in a "Memory Quilt" display
in the 2002 addition of Upland Hills Health. The 3" by
3" laminate tiles are a unique way to remember loved
ones, honor friends, recognize caregivers, or celebrate
the life of a child or grandchild. The 10-foot wide display
will showcase how our patients, volunteers, employees,
physicians, their families, and loved ones are interwoven
in support of our important mission. If you would like
to order one of these exquisite tiles, please click
here to download the brochure and order form. Thank
you for supporting the Upland Hills Auxiliary. |
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Welcome new physicians! |
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Jodi
L. Peterson, M.D., Family Practice |
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Dr. Peterson is board-certified in family
medicine and has practice experience at two Army hospitals.
She joined Upland Hills in 2004 and has completed formal
training in Family Medicine with the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
She completed her residency through the UW Medical School
at the St. Marys Hospital Medical Center. There she served
as Chief Resident. Dr. Peterson’s practice interests
include pediatrics, obstetrics, breast feeding and women’s
health care. She is a member of the American Academy
of Family Practice, the Wisconsin Medical Society and
the Iowa County Medical Society. Among her personal interests
are fine arts, reading, outdoor activities, children’s
educational activities, decorating and scrapbooking.
Dr. Peterson practices at the Barneveld and Dodgeville
Dean Family Practice Associates. |
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Michele
Roelli, M.D., Family Practice |
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Dr. Roelli is board-certified in family
practice. She joined Upland Hills in 2004 and has completed
formal training at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
She completed her residency through the UW Medical School
at the St. Marys Hospital Medical Center. She is a member
of the American Academy of Family Practice, the Wisconsin
Medical Society and the Iowa County Medical Society.
She is certified in Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics
(ALSO). Dr. Roelli has a practice interest in obstetrics
and family medicine. Among her personal interests, she
enjoys spending time with her family. Dr. Roelli practices
at the Mineral Point and Dodgeville Medical Center locations. |
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Dr. Michele A. Roelli |
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Upland Hills Pulmonary Rehab receives
national certification |
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Upland Hills Health has been notified its
Pulmonary Rehab Program has met strict standards and
been awarded certification through the American Association
of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. The program's
mission is to promote health and prevent disease. Pictured
(center) are registered nurses and exercise specialists
Becky Tank and Marianne Crowley. Becky posed for this
picture while checking the blood pressure of Steve Spatola
(far left treadmill), and Marianne was reviewing exercise
requirements with Delores Rupert (far right treadmill).
Becky and Marianne lead the Pulmonary and Cardiac Rehab
programs and were key players in the certification process.
To determine certification, the association surveyed
the program's policies, staff credentials, patient outcomes,
patient satisfaction and other key quality indicators. |
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Advance Directives Program |
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The Upland Hills Health Bio-Ethics Committee
is sponsoring an Advance Directives program on Thursday,
May 12, from 9 to 11 a.m. in the Activities Room of the
Nursing and Rehab Center. This is a special event
during National Healthcare Week, offering the tools to
help local famies, friends and care-givers become
aware of loved ones' wishes relating to end-of-life and
quality of life decisions. Stop by any time during
the program for free materials and information (no appointments
needed). However, to complete the paperwork, please
call in advance for an appointment, 930-7200, ext. 3350. |
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Upland Hills Health has received increasing
inquiries regarding advance directives, due to national
headlines about Terri Schiavo, the brain-damaged Florida
woman who died last month after her feeding tube was
removed. Schiavo was the focus of a long legal battle
between her parents and husband, eventually bringing
Congress and President Bush into the debate. |
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Free skin cancer screening offered |
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Dr. Jennifer Peterson, a board-certified
dermatologist with Dean Health System will offer free
skin cancer screenings at Upland Hills Health on Friday,
May 13, during National Healthcare Week. Screenings
will be offered in the morning in the Physician Specialty
Services area. Advance appointments are required
and can be made by calling 930-7200, etx. 4301. |
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Skin cancer is the most prevalent of all
cancers, and sun avoidance is the best defense. Over
exposure to sunlight, including tanning, is the main
cause of skin cancer. |
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CrestRidge plans 3rd annual Senior Health
Fair |
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CrestRidge, our partners in assisted living,
are planning a Senior Health Fair on Saturday, May 21,
from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at their Grace Street facilities. There
will be free wellness checks, including blood pressure,
blood glucose monitoring, oxygen level testing, and hearing
screenings. Representatives from Iowa County Social
Services, Davis Duehr Dean, the Wisconsin Council of
the Blind, Commission on Aging, Alzheimer's Association,
Senior Behavioral Sciences, Beltone and Upland Hills
Health will be on hand. A bake sale will take place
throughout the day, with proceeds benefiting the Iowa
County Food Pantry. Two scheduled activities include: |
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11 a.m.: "Advance Directives" program
by Shelly Knopp, Iowa County Social Services
12:30 p.m.: Special accordian music by Jim Pfaff |
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With questions or for more information,
contact CrestRidge Assisted Living, 935-0211. |
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EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION SALE |
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On Tuesday, May 10, visit the table outside
of the Auxiliary Gift Shop for great deals on merchandise
ranging from $1 to $5. It's the Auxiliary's way
of saying thank you to our employees and other shoppers. |
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