Oct16

Let’s Talk Series presents “Varicose Veins Slowing You Down?”

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News,Orthopedic Institute News

HAYS, Kansas (Oct 16, 2017)— The Hays Orthopedic Institute will sponsor Let’s Talk on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at the HaysMed Center for Health Improvement (CHI) Education Room, 2500 Canterbury Drive, Hays Kansas. Participants are asked to use Entrance F – South Entrance to CHI.

The program will feature a presentation followed by a question and answer discussion with Dr. Wally Walstrom, Sports Medicine/Family Medicine and Aron Splichal, MD, from HaysMed. Topic for the discussion is “Varicose Veins Slowing You Down?” If you suffer from venous problems such as spider veins, varicose veins, leg pain, swelling, heaviness, restless legs and cramping there are resources to help treat the cause, not the symptoms.

The program begins at 6:00 pm with registration and healthy snacks followed by the presentation.

There is no registration fee but space is limited. Please RSVP to
www.haysmed.com/event/lets-talk-october-2017/ or 623-5500 by October 23.

Oct12

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HaysMed Recognizes Second Quarter Patient Satisfaction Award Winners

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News

Hays, Kansas (Oct 12, 2017)—The Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Cath Lab, Food Services and Western Kansas Urology clinic were recently named the patient satisfaction award winners for the second quarter of 2017 at HaysMed.

Each quarter HaysMed recognizes the patient satisfaction award winners based on results from CAHPS (Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems) surveys administrated by HealthStream. HealthStream is the research firm HaysMed contracts with to conduct the government required Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) hospital surveys on patient experience. The CAHPS survey is the first national, standardized, publicly reported survey of patients’ perspectives of hospital care. The CAHPS Hospital Survey is a survey instrument and data collection methodology for measuring patients’ perceptions of their hospital experience. Four areas are recognized every quarter including an inpatient department, an outpatient department, a clinic and a non-clinical area.

The inpatient ICU Department was recognized for having the most improvements in the responsiveness of hospital staff with a score of 100%. The ICU is a 12 bed unit and they have 20 full time Associates.

The Cath Lab, an outpatient department, received a score of 88.5% in the overall rating of care which correlates to responsiveness of staff. The unit has 10 full time staff members and performs approximately 1300 procedures a year.

Garnering the clinic award was the Western Kansas Urology Clinic. They scored 86.4% in follow up with test results which is directly related to responsiveness. The Urology Clinic has 15 staff members, three physicians and one nurse practitioner. They have 8 outreach clinics and have 9000 office visits a year.

Food Services received the Customer Service Award for their responsiveness in timing of food deliveries, ensuring pantries have supplies of after hour patient needs, and keeping on top of patients, Associates and guests food needs. The department consists of 38 Associates and they serve 800-1000 patients, guests and Associates a day. They cook and assemble 700 Meals on Wheels per month, serve 4000 meals in the doctor’s lounge per month and host 300 catering and office events a month.

Each area honored displays a patient satisfaction award winner banner in their department.

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Oct5

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HaysMed Welcomes New Hospitalist

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News

Hays, KS (Oct 5, 2017) – Dr. Patrick “Scott” Atkinson, Hospitalist, has joined the Medical Staff of HaysMed, part of The University of Kansas Health System.

Dr. Atkinson completed medical school at Oklahoma State University Center for health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine. He did an internal medicine residency at the Tahlequah Medical Group Teaching Health Center, Tahlequah, Oklahoma. He is board certified in general internal medicine.

Dr. Atkinson joins the Hospitalist Team at HaysMed consisting of Drs. Kayla Gray, Erin Hemphill, Manoj Suryanarayanan and Brenda Weese, DNP, APRN-C , Anissa Sonntag, APRN-C and Susie Pfannenstiel, APRN-C.

Hospitalists are physicians who are specialized in the care of patients while they are in the hospital. In the past a patient’s primary care physician provided care for their patient both in the clinic and while they were hospitalized. Hospitalists have assumed the role of providing care while a patient is hospitalized.

They are also continually in contact with the patient’s primary care physician, keeping them updated on the patient’s status. When patients are ready to be discharged the hospitalists help transition them back to the care of their primary physician.

HaysMed was one of the first hospitals in the area to implement a hospitalist program. “With all the changes in health care the demands on a primary care physician’s time didn’t always allow the extra hours in the day to make hospital visits,” said Bryce Young, Chief Operating Officer at HaysMed.

“By using Hospitalists patients are assured that a physician is in the hospital 24/7 to address and direct the patient’s care.”

Hospitalists are well suited to oversee and coordinate inpatient treatment and ensure hospitalized patients receive appropriate care. Since these physicians are based within the hospital, they are more readily available to consult with physicians, nurse and administrators, meet with family members and keep patients updated on their care.

Along with managing patient care, hospitalist help enhance quality and efficiency within the hospital. The help develop new procedures to provide better patient care, provide safety and reduce expenses.

Oct4

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HaysMed Welcomes New Pulmonologist

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News

Hays, KS (Oct 4, 2017) – Dr. Manmohan Biring, FCCP has joined the Medical Staff of HaysMed, part of The University of Kansas Health System.

Dr. Biring received his medical degree from London University, Charing Cross and Westminster Medical School. He completed residencies in Internal Medicine and Pulmonary/Critical Care Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California.

He is board certified in general internal medicine, pulmonary medicine, critical care and sleep.

Dr. Biring joins Dr. Manoj Suryanarayanan and Lesa Klozenbacher, APRN at Pulmonology Associates. To schedule an appointment for pulmonology or sleep disorders call 785-261-7450.

Oct3

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HaysMed Acute Care Nurse Recognized with Daisy Award

By Gayla Wichman - Daisy Award Winner,HaysMed News,Nursing News

Hays, Kansas (Oct 3, 2017) Jade Thompson, RN, Acute Care Unit is HaysMed’s newest DAISY Award Winner!

Thompson was selected from a group of blinded nominations voted on by the HaysMed Practice Committee. The Practice Committee consists of Staff and Supervisors from a variety of departments across HaysMed. Nominations are received from patients and family members, physicians, volunteers and Associates for nurses in inpatient, outpatient and clinic settings.

“Her nomination epitomizes teamwork, leadership and customer service,” said Terry Siek, VP of Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer at HaysMed. “We are so fortunate to have nurses of her caliber and dedication working at HaysMed.”

The DAISY Award is a nationwide program that rewards and celebrates the extraordinary clinical skill and compassionate care given by nurses every day. HaysMed is proud to be a DAISY Award Hospital Partner, recognizing one of our nurses with this special honor every quarter.

To nominate a HaysMed nurse for the DAISY Award online, go to www.haysmed.com/daisyaward. If you have questions, you can call 785.623.2388

Oct3

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HaysMed Associate a Graduate of the 2017 KHA Leadership Institute

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News

(Hays, Ks – October 3, 2017) – Elizabeth Rupp, Document Control Coordinator at HaysMed, part of The University of Kansas Health System, recently graduated from the Kansas Hospital Association (KHA) Leadership Institute. The 16th Leadership class graduated 32 students on September 7 at the Kansas Hospital Association Annual Convention and Trade Show in Wichita, Kansas. Students were nominated by their hospital’s CEO to be part of this select group. They represent the future leaders of Kansas hospitals.

Helping to build future health care leaders is important to the Kansas Hospital Association. “We are committed to strengthening and promoting the leadership capacity of hospital employees in Kansas,” said Tom Bell, president and CEO, Kansas Hospital Association. The KHA Leadership Institute was established to help hospitals provide professional development opportunities that accentuate the personal skills and abilities needed to facilitate positive change and innovation in Kansas hospitals.

The 2017 Leadership Institute class was diverse. They represented a wide geographic distribution of hospitals from Norton to Leavenworth and Parsons to Liberal – there was representation from all parts of the state. Students had been working in health care for as little as one year to more than 20 years. Several students have been in management positions for more than 10 year while others were brand new to management position. Some students also are supervisors, supervising a range of employees, from a few to more than 50 employees.

It is important to note that the students nominated to participate in this program were not selected because they needed to learn “management skills”. They were nominated because their CEO recognized their potential to be future leaders and wanted to help cultivate that development. Each one of these students made a personal and professional commitment to expand their skills by attending all six courses of the Leadership Institute.

The curriculum was structured to enhance each student’s leadership abilities. Course#1 focused on explaining the difference between leadership and management, identifying organizational values and creating a positive organizational climate. Course #2 examined conflict and how to effectively manage it. Course #4 focused on team building – including how to lead a team and how to be part of a team. Courses #5 and #6 were at the KHA Annual Convention and Trade Show. Students learned about the challenges facing health care in the future.

Rupp works in the HIM department and has been a HaysMed Associate since 2015

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Oct3

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HaysMed Dodge City Specialty Center Relocates

By Gayla Wichman - Dodge City Specialty Center,HaysMed News

(Hays, Ks – October 3, 2017) – HaysMed, part of The University of Kansas Health System, announced today that the HaysMed Dodge City Specialty Center has relocated to 2220 Summerlon Circle, Suite B in Dodge City.

Patients can see specialists in Cardiology, Surgery and Urology. The physicians who see patients at the clinic include Brandon Cunningham, MD, Surgeon, Byungsoo Ko, MD, Cardiologist and Ernesto Lopez-Corona, MD Urologist.

To make an appointment with any of the specialists call 1-855-429-7633.

Sep28

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HaysMed To Hold Special Remembering Together Remembrance Walk for Loss Through Miscarriage, Stillbirth or Infant Loss

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News,Nursing News,OB-GYN,Pediatrics,Upcoming Events,Women-Infant Services

Hays, KS (Sept. 28, 2016) The HaysMed Birthing Center will host Remembering Together Remembrance Walk on Sunday, October 15th. Participants are asked to meet in Hadley Room 3 at HaysMed at 2:00 pm. The group will be walking on the fitness trail so please dress for appropriate weather conditions. This special service is for anyone who has experienced a loss through miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss.

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Sep18

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HaysMed Announces New CEO

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News

Alan Moore announces new HaysMed CEO

Hays, Kansas (Sept 18, 2017) – The University of Kansas Health System and HaysMed today announced Edward Herrman, BSN, MBA/HCM, FACHE, will become HaysMed’s president and chief executive officer. Herrman assumes the position previously held by John Jeter, MD, who announced his retirement earlier this year.

“We are pleased to bring Eddie on board with his extensive experience and success in healthcare leadership, “ said Bob Page, president and chief executive officer of The University of Kansas Health System. “His enthusiasm and knowledge of the local community will help propel HaysMed into the future, as we look to enhance services provided in Hays and strengthen relationships with other providers throughout the region.”

Herrman, who is currently president of INTEGRIS Bass Baptist Health Center in Enid, Oklahoma, was selected following an extensive national search.

“We interviewed an excellent group of potential candidates and we determined Edward Herrman was the most qualified and best person to become the next leader of HaysMed,” said Alan Moore, chairman of the HaysMed Board of Directors. “We are excited about the skills and energy he will bring to the president and CEO position, and we look forward to the positive impact he will make at HaysMed and within the community.”

In his current role at INTEGRIS Bass Baptist Health Center, Herrman provides leadership, direction and administration for 207 licensed beds in three non-profit healthcare facilities. Prior to becoming president, he was the hospital’s chief nursing officer from 2008-2011. In 2011, he accepted a nurse leadership role at INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center in Oklahoma City. He returned to INTEGRIS Bass Baptist Health Center in 2013 to become president.

Herrman received a bachelor of science in nursing degree from Oklahoma City University and a master of business administration/healthcare administration degree from the University of Phoenix.

Herrman served on the board of directors for numerous community organizations in Enid, including United Way of Enid and Northwest Oklahoma, Northwest Oklahoma Blood Institute, Denny Price YMCA, Vance Development Authority and Enid High Education Council. He is past-president of the Oklahoma Organization for Nurse Executives, and a fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Sep17

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Drive-Thru Flu Shots Available Oct 1 at HaysMed

By Gayla Wichman - Community Health,Family Medicine,HaysMed News,Pediatrics,senior health

HaysMed’s annual drive-thru flu shot clinic has been scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 1. The event, which will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., will offer free flu shots for all residents older than 6 months.

It will be the 18th year the hospital has offered the community service, and approximately 3,500 people are expected to be vaccinated during the free clinic.

Adults wanting to receive a free flu shot can get one without having to leave their vehicles. HaysMed volunteers will direct traffic during the event, and the maximum wait time is estimated at 15 minutes.

Children older than 6 months will be vaccinated inside the gym at the Center for Health Improvement (CHI). Adults attending with children also can receive their shots inside the waiting area of Hays Orthopedic Institute, located inside the CHI building.

More than 100 volunteers will be on hand to help with the event. HaysMed partners with Fort Hays State University and North Central Kansas Vo-Tech as both facilities provide students to help with the shots.

There will be no nasal flu vaccine at the drive-thru flu shot clinic due to uncertainties regarding its effectiveness. There will be no egg free vaccines available at the drive-thru flu shot clinic. People with a severe egg allergy will need to contact their local healthcare provider for their flu vaccine.

The event is sponsored by the Hays Medical Center Foundation. While there is no cost for flu shots, participants are asked to bring a canned food item to benefit the Community Assistance Center.

The vaccine also is available at HaysMed clinics for patients who are unable to attend the drive-thru flu shot event. Charges will apply at regular clinic visits, though the vaccine is covered by most health insurance plans.

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