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YOUR HEALTH, YOUR LIFEWINTER 2020

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ANNOUNCING NEW INPATIENT ADULT PSYCHIATRIC UNIT

DR. HENRY HO PRESENTED FINDINGS … VIRTUALLY

Gastroenterologist Henry C. Ho, MD, virtually presented research during DDW 2020 — Digestive Disease Week — on “Effect of Fellow Involvement on Quality Measures for Screening Colonoscopy.” The presentation included information on “Endoscopy: Colorectal Polyps.”

DDW highlights the most relevant GI science at one of the largest international gatherings of physicians, researchers and academics in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery each year. The science presented during DDW represents the latest discoveries on digestive health.

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Health Connections is published by Salem Medical Center. The material in Health Connections should not be considered specific medical advice, as each individual circumstance is different. Consult your physician before undertaking any form of medical treatment or adopting any exercise program or dietary guidelines.

IN THIS ISSUE4 In This Together

5 Health Risks of Being Impatient

6 Inpatient Psychiatric Unit: What You Should Know

8 Neurosurgery Comes to SMC

9 New Laser Is a ‘Game Changer’ for Urology Patients

10 Healing Power

11 Better Buffet Swaps

Apple Turkey Gyros

12 SMC Physician Practices Go High Tech

Correction: In the summer issue of Health Connections, Joseph Megara III, DPM, Medical Director of SMC Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine Center, was mistakenly identified as James Megara in a photo caption on page 5.

A Simple Screening Can Prevent

HENRY C. HO, MD

While the world deals with the COVID-19 pandemic, it can be easy to forget other aspects of staying healthy. Colorectal cancer is a serious, and often preventable, health crisis in its own right.

Salem Medical Center gastroenterologist Henry C. Ho, MD, said colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers, yet it’s also one of the most preventable.

“Colorectal cancer occurs from precancerous growths, or polyps, that develop in the colon,” Dr. Ho said. “When detected early, polyps can be removed, preventing them from becoming colorectal cancer.”

Most colorectal cancers have no symptoms, which is why screenings are so important.

“Colorectal cancer is most common after age 50, but it can strike at an earlier age if a person has a personal history of polyps, a strong family history of colorectal cancer, inherited forms of colorectal polyps or cancer, or predisposing chronic digestive conditions, such as inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis,” Dr. Ho said.

The American Cancer Society recommends patients undergo colonoscopy screenings beginning at age 45.

Colonoscopy is the preferred method of colorectal cancer screening. However, there are other options including the fecal immunochemical test (FIT), the FIT-fecal DNA, CT colonography and flexible sigmoidoscopy.

“Colonoscopy is the best test for finding precancerous polyps,” Dr. Ho said. “It’s the only test that allows for removal of precancerous polyps during the procedure.”

Arrow-Circle-Right Now that elective surgeries are once again being performed, it’s a good time to schedule a procedure. If you or someone you know needs a colonoscopy, call 856-832-4359 to make an appointment or for more information.

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In the early 1980s, Glenn George of Pennsville, New Jersey, had polyps removed from his sinuses. After nearly 30 years, those polyps returned.

“I constantly had a sore throat when I woke up because I was breathing through my mouth,” said George, former Chief Engineer of Salem Medical Center’s Facilities Department. “It’s like being stuffed up but without the relief of blowing your nose.”

George went to see Jessie Clairvil, DO, SMC otolaryngologist — an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) physician — to have the polyps removed once again.

According to Dr. Clairvil, polyps are usually caused by chronic allergies. The tissue that lines the nasal cavity and sinuses is traumatized by constant inflammation.

“Polyps look like mucus-filled balloons that form in the sinuses and extend into the nasal cavity,” she said.

After visiting Dr. Clairvil, George was scheduled for endoscopic sinus surgery and polypectomy — a same-day, outpatient procedure.

“The nurses were great, first class all the way,” he said. “During the surgery, Dr. Clairvil removed the polyps but also found some other things in there that she wanted to clean up. She went above and beyond.”

A SPEEDY RECOVERYSince that surgery, George hasn’t had any problems breathing through his nose.

JESSIE CLAIRVIL, DO

ReliefPATIENT BREATHES EASY AFTER NASAL PROCEDURE.

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“Automatically, when you wake up from the surgery, you can already breathe so much better,” George said.

“I would definitely recommend this procedure for anyone who has polyps.”

After the surgery, George was back to work in less than four days.

“He was an excellent patient and followed all post-surgery instructions,” Dr. Clairvil said. “He didn’t have much bleeding and healed well.”

Overall, George’s experience was a pleasant one.

“I like how Dr. Clairvil explains everything,” he said. “There’s no rushing around, and she gives you every detail. She’s great.”

Even though polyps can reform, Dr. Clairvil said new technology and

advances in ENT address the polyps more completely, helping them to not

reform as quickly which reduces the need for repeated surgeries.Dr. Clairvil has served the Salem and Gloucester

County area for the past 15 years. She provides endoscopic sinus surgery with image guidance, minimally

invasive sinus surgery, nasal surgery for management of nasal obstruction, surgical management of obstructive sleep apnea,

laryngeal surgery/diagnostic laryngeal procedures, pediatric myringotomy tube insertion and other diseases of the ear, pediatric and adult tonsillectomies, management of oral masses/lesion, and biopsies of head and neck masses.

Arrow-Circle-Right For more information regarding ENT services, contact Dr. Clairvil’s office at 856-339-0800.

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WELCOME 2021 WITH A PLAN TO IMPROVE YOUR FAMILY’S HEALTH AND WELL-BEING.The new year is a wonderful opportunity to start fresh and reach for new goals. This year, plan to make New Year’s resolutions as a family. Following through on new commitments can be challenging, but having your family hold you accountable for pledges you make and goals you set can make the journey easier.

THREE … TWO … ONE … HAPPY FAMILY!Consider implementing these New Year’s resolutions with your family in 2021.

Eat healthier. The nation’s obesity rates are at an all-time high for adults and children. To overhaul your family’s diet, keep more fruits, vegetables and whole grains in the house for snacks and meals.

Play chef and sous chef. The kitchen provides numerous learning opportunities. Make a commitment to cook at home more often, and allow your children to assist you in preparing meals or snacks. Kids (and parents, too)

can learn the values of proper nutrition, ways to cook with less fat and how to appreciate and try new things.

Schedule in family mealtime. Studies show that eating together as a family can improve nutritional intake and decrease the risk of obesity and substance abuse. If busy schedules make it difficult, begin by planning a family mealtime at least one night a week. Utilize slow-cooker recipes for added convenience.

Work in a workout. Exercise is essential to your family’s health at every age. Dedicate at least one or two nights per week to family fitness. Choose activities that fit with the season, such as basketball, walking, snowball fights, bowling, kickball and hiking. You can schedule workout nights to follow family mealtimes.

Make playtime a priority. At least once or twice a month, turn off all media devices in honor of family game night. Bust out the board games, play charades, shuffle a card deck or enjoy some backyard fun together.

FIND YOUR RESOLVENeed help to achieve your weight-loss goals of 100 pounds or more in 2021? Bariatric surgeon Harish Kakkilaya, MD, MS, FRCS, FACS, FASMBS, specializes in minimally invasive approaches to bariatric surgery, including sleeve gastrectomy. Bariatric patients now have the option of self-pay for sleeve gastrectomy surgery, expediting the time between their initial consultation and their procedure. Dr. Kakkilaya is currently accepting new patients. His office is located at 66 East Ave., Woodstown.

For more information or to schedule a consultation, call 856-823-4288 or visit smc.health/services/bariatric-surgery.

BEAT THE 80%Approximately 80% of people give up on their New Year’s resolutions by February, according to U.S. News & World Report. Here are some ways you can stay motivated to achieve your resolutions this year.

Celebrate the small wins, because small successes lead to bigger results.

Stay consistent to achieve your goals.

Find a workout buddy who is willing to support you and make it easier to reach your goals.

Forgive slipups and pledge to get back on track.

Reward yourself as you hit benchmarks along the way to achieving your goal.

IN THIS TOGETHER


Exercise regularly. All forms of exercise can reduce stress, but mind-body exercises, such as yoga and breathing exercises, in particular, can reduce the effects of stress reactions. Whichever exercise you choose, ensure it helps you maintain at least 6 feet of distance from anyone not in your household.

Avoid alcohol and drugs. Abusing alcohol and drugs can make it harder to handle stress. If you enjoy the occasional cocktail, keep it moderate. That’s one drink per day for women,

and two drinks per day for men.

TAKING CARE OF YOUAccording to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, recognizing and addressing mental distress can help you regain control of your mental health. Support yourself by trying the following:

Health Risks OF BEING

IMPATIENT

Even the calmest people will sometimes lose their patience. It’s normal—life is stressful, especially these days. But if you’re regularly impatient and frequently aggravated over things you can’t control, your health suffers the consequences.

One study found that patients who generally exhibited hostility—defined as being “sarcastic, cynical, resentful, impatient or irritable”—had an increased risk of death after a second heart attack. In addition, multiple studies have shown that people with impatient temperaments are at an increased risk of developing high blood pressure. High blood pressure not only increases heart disease risk, but it can also increase your risk for anxiety and depression.

HOW TO BECOME A MORE PATIENT PERSONIf you struggle with a calm response to people or things you can’t control, the good news is that you really can train yourself to become more patient.

Imagine the outcome before acting on impulse. A study has shown that the simple power of imagination can help increase your patience more than willpower alone.

Identify your triggers. Then, when you know you will be stuck in traffic or in a long line, interrupt your line of thinking with a calming thought.

Keep practicing. You won’t learn how to be more patient overnight. Keep trying, again and again, until it becomes a new habit. Be, um, patient.

Arrow-Circle-Right Get help close to home. Salem Medical Center’s new 26-bed Inpatient Adult Psychiatric Unit on the fourth floor of the hospital focuses on recovery. Learn more about the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit on Page 6 or visit smc.health.

Get enough sleep. Keep your sleep schedule as consistent as possible. The amount of sleep you need depends on your age, but most adults should get at least seven hours a night. It’s also a good idea to turn off electronic devices an hour or two before bed, according to the Sleep Foundation.

Seek support. Whether it’s help from a mental health

professional or a friend, don’t hesitate to reach out. Check

your smartphone’s app store to find helpful resources such as the COVID Coach app created by the National Center for PTSD.


SMC NEWS: How will the addition of an Inpatient Adult Psychiatric Unit impact Salem County and surrounding community, while enhancing the hospital and its services?Dr. Torres: Adding behavioral health resources to the Salem County area is significant because there is such a great need not only in Salem County but across the state. In 2017, the New Jersey Department of Health put out a call to hospitals to expand behavioral health services. Salem Medical Center was granted 26 beds.

We have been given the opportunity to usher in this important service so that we can help many residents while keeping them near home in their own community.

While this expansion demonstrates our continued commitment to investing in our community, it also represents a major step forward into our future as a medical center. We are committed to helping patients with behavioral issues seek treatment and recover, safely integrating back into society.

SMC NEWS: How will the community benefit from the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit?Dr. Torres: The 21,000-square-foot voluntary Unit is a great mental health resource for our community. While there are numerous reasons why a person might need care in an inpatient psychiatric setting, generally people are admitted because their symptoms are serious and unstable, often requiring supervision in a safe environment.

This setting provides a secure place where individuals with behavioral health issues can receive compassionate treatment to move beyond the immediate crisis. The new Unit features open and communal space to promote interaction and reduce isolation, and offers areas for group meetings. Our patient-centered behavioral health services include comprehensive psychiatric assessment and treatment, one-on-one intervention, and psychiatric stabilization/medication management.

The opening of the Unit was highly anticipated by community leaders, such as law enforcement, local government officials and health/behavioral health professionals. The Unit connects individuals to much-needed professional mental health support and services in a safe environment.

SMC NEWS: What is SMC’s background in the behavioral health field?Dr. Torres: Since the early 1980s, SMC has served as the county’s designated psychiatric screening center, which is often the first step when dealing with psychiatric emergencies. The opening of the Unit provides the next step in the continuum of care.

SMC NEWS: What types of mental health conditions are treated in the Unit?Dr. Torres: Our team works to diagnose and treat a wide variety of mental health conditions, from depression to acute mood and anxiety disorders to post-traumatic stress disorder. Inpatient care is the most intensive level of treatment for individuals suffering from behavioral health disorders. It offers 24-hour care in a safe and secure environment, making it best for patients who experience an acute episode.

SMC NEWS: What is the makeup of the team of clinicians who will be caring for patients in the Unit?Dr. Torres: The Unit is led by our medical director, Bradford Bobrin, MD, FASAM. As Medical Director, Dr. Bobrin is responsible for everyday operations, medical staff and the care of each patient on the Unit.

In addition to Dr. Bobrin, we have a fully supported, multidisciplinary treatment team, including representation from psychiatry, nursing, mental health therapists, rehabilitation therapists, social work and case management.

SMC NEWS: In addition to the Inpatient Unit, are there other behavioral health services offered?Dr. Torres: Yes. We are partnering with Legacy Treatment Services to provide outpatient behavioral health services on the grounds of Salem Medical Center. Legacy operates outpatient care to ensure continuity of care for individuals being discharged from the Inpatient Adult Psychiatric Unit, as well as an outpatient resource to meet the needs of the community.

SMC is proud to be the home of a new 26-bed Inpatient Adult Psychiatric Unit located on the fourth floor of the hospital.The following is a one-on-one interview with Dr. Tammy Torres, CEO, to introduce SMC’s Unit and associated behavioral health resources.

Arrow-Circle-Right If you or someone you love is experiencing mental health issues, see a doctor. For a referral, call one of our SMC Health Physicians Primary Care offices in Woodstown at 856-624-4319, Pennsville at 856-678-9002 or Swedesboro at 856-832-4359. For a list of all SMC Primary Care Physicians, visit smc.health and click on “Physician Directory.”

DR. TAMMY TORRES, CEO

INPATIENT PSYCHIATRIC UNIT: What You Should Know

Q&A With Dr. Tammy Torres


Welcome to Bradford Bobrin — MEDICAL DIRECTOR OF THE INPATIENT ADULT PSYCHIATRIC UNIT

AFTER MUCH ANTICIPATION, SMC’S INPATIENT ADULT PSYCHIATRIC UNIT OFFERS EVIDENCED-BASED CARE TO

MEET OUR COMMUNITY'S NEEDS.

Bradford Bobrin, MD, FASAM, will serve as the Medical Director, oversee day-to-day operations and patient care, and manage the medical staff.

Dr. Bobrin comes to SMC most recently from AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center where he served as director of addiction medicine. He also operates a private practice, South Jersey Comprehensive Mental Health LLC, out of Cinnaminson, New Jersey.

Dr. Bobrin received his medical degree from Hahnemann University in Philadelphia, where he graduated with honors. He completed his residency in psychiatry at UMass/Memorial Medical Center, Worcester, Massachusetts, and completed a fellowship in consultation psychiatry at Cambridge Health Alliance, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Dr. Bobrin is board certified in psychiatry through the American Board of Preventive Medicine and in addiction medicine through the American Board of Addiction Medicine. He is also certified in pain medicine by the American Board of Pain Medicine. He was named a Top Doc in Addiction Psychiatry by SJ Magazine in 2016.

As medical director of the Inpatient Adult Psychiatric Unit, Dr. Bobrin is looking forward to presenting psychiatry in a true evidence-based way to the hospital and the community.

“There is much misunderstanding about psychiatry, and I hope to be able to clear up these issues at the hospital and in the community,” Dr. Bobrin said. “This service will benefit the community by showing that people with mental illness — for the most part — look like everyone else. And then, our hope is that people feeling the stigma of mental illness but not receiving treatment will now be able to get the treatment that they need.”

BRADFORD BOBRIN, MD


NeurosurgeryCOMES TO

Salem Medical Center continues to expand its clinical services with the addition of neurosurgeons from Princeton Brain, Spine & Sports Medicine (PBSSM) — one of the state’s leading groups in neurosurgery.

PBSSM has locations throughout New Jersey, including one in Mullica Hill — home to Richard J. Meagher, MD, FACS — who, along with five colleagues, recently joined the medical staff.

Dr. Meagher practices the full gamut of neurosurgery with an emphasis on minimally invasive spinal surgery.

“We are excited to welcome Dr. Meagher and his colleges from PBSSM,” said Dr. Tammy Torres, CEO. “This is another example of the hospital’s

growth and commitment to serving the community’s healthcare needs.”As a member of the North American Spine Society Evidence-Based

Guideline Development Committee, Dr. Meagher currently helps develop guidelines for spinal disease treatment.

“The addition of Dr. Meagher to our surgical staff gives our patients an opportunity to receive the treatment they need from a highly trained neurosurgeon,” Dr. Torres said. “His experience with minimally invasive spinal surgery has the potential to help many patients live active, pain-free lives.”

Dr. Meagher’s clinical research has been published in several peer-reviewed journals and medical textbooks, and he has presented his research at numerous international meetings. He has studied the brain and researched degenerative processes involved in condtions, such as Parkinson’s disease and the mechanisms of recovery from traumatic brain injury.

He earned his medical degree from Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, and completed an internship and residency in neurosurgery at Temple University Health Sciences Center.

Dr. Meagher also completed fellowships at Swarthmore College, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Temple University Hospital Neurotrauma Research Lab, and earned a psychobiology degree at Swarthmore College.

To schedule a consultation, call his Mullica Hill office at 856-336-9808.

OPTIONS FOR BACK PAIN RELIEFIf you’re tired of experiencing back pain every day, take heart. Easing your back pain may be possible through a variety of nonsurgical solutions. Talk with your primary care provider about the following alternative ways to relieve your pain.

1. Build muscle strength.Developing your core muscles may help control pain in your back. Physical therapy is an effective way to safely incorporate exercises into your routine and improve your flexibility, posture and strength.

2. Rethink your plate.Making changes to your diet may reduce pain in your back. Specifically, limiting your consumption of processed foods, refined sugars and trans fats may decrease the inflammation in your body that is causing your back pain.

3. Don’t avoid your doctor.Injections are another option to explore with your healthcare provider. Ask about solutions, such as nerve blocks or steroid injections. If you are looking for more holistic choices, consider a consultation with an acupuncturist or massage therapist.

If you or someone you love is experiencing back pain, call one of our SMC Health Physicians Primary Care offices in Woodstown at 856-624-4319, Pennsville at 856-678-9002 or Swedesboro at 856-832-4359. For a list of all SMC Primary Care Physicians, visit smc.health and click on “Physician Directory.”

SMCRICHARD J. MEAGHER, MD, FACS


When Burlington Township’s Sherry Lewis discovered she had her first kidney stone, she had no idea that she would become the first patient at Salem Medical Center to experience the innovative Soltive™ Laser System by Olympus — a new generation of laser described by urologist Stuart Diamond, MD, FACS, as a “game changer.”

She’ll tell you that the hour or so drive south was worth every minute.“It was a great experience,” Lewis said. “I had no problems, no pain, no

complications. And I couldn’t have asked for a nicer doctor in Dr. Diamond.”

A FIRST AT SMCSMC was the first hospital to have the Soltive laser in the Delaware Valley — including hospitals in Philadelphia and Delaware.

“When it comes to treating kidney, bladder and ureteral stones, as well as ureter, kidney and bladder tumors, and prostate issues, there is no laser on the market that comes anywhere close,” said Dr. Diamond, SMC Chief of Surgery.

“The first time I used the Soltive laser, it was like seeing a kidney for the very first time, and I’ve been doing this for 22 years,” he said. “The fiber laser is tiny and flexible. It makes it easier to get to the harder-to-reach stones.”

The small laser fibers allow the doctor to find stones or tumors endoscopically and then destroy them. It uses a novel application of thulium fiber laser technology designed for stone lithotripsy and

soft tissue applications.“Normally, when you hit a stone with the laser, it moves and you have

to chase it around. With this laser, the stone doesn’t move. It just sits there so you can work on it. I’ve always wanted that to be possible.”

In addition, the piece of equipment is half the size of the former laser unit, but twice as powerful.

The laser not only has the capability to break stones into small pieces, but it can also reduce those fragments to a fine dust. That dust can then be easily passed by the patient, reducing — if not completely eliminating — the usually painful process of passing stone remnants.

“The new laser could possibly lessen the number of stones a patient develops by getting all of the pieces out of the kidney,” Dr. Diamond said. “Sometimes, small fragments left behind can grow into new stones.”

He explained the Soltive laser provides a “one-stop shop” for patients who may have multiple issues.

“It has the capability to treat both stones and tumors during the same procedure,” he said. “So, we now have the ability to handle many issues with one laser, in one sitting. Its capabilities are unique.

“It’s so much better for our patients because it reduces a patient’s pain, reduces time in the operating room and can help prevent the re-occurrence of new stones.”

NEW LASER IS A

STUART DIAMOND, MD, FACS

FOR UROLOGY PATIENTS

‘GAME CHANGER’

Arrow-Circle-Right If you or someone you know is suffering from kidney stones or related issues, call Dr. Diamond at 856-339-4466 to schedule an appointment.


Augmenting its already superior ability to treat non-healing wounds, the Salem Medical Center Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine Center has added a hyperbaric chamber to its recently constructed 4,000-square-foot location.

“By adding a hyperbaric chamber to our Wound Care facility, we are taking one more giant leap in continuing to grow our services and our ability to care for our community,” Dr. Tammy Torres, CEO, said. “Our goal is to help our patients heal, and what better way than with a hyperbaric chamber that accelerates healing time.”

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO) can be used to treat slow-to-heal or non-healing wounds, diabetic foot or leg ulcers, non-healing skin grafts or surgical flaps, surgical wounds that have reopened, symptoms occurring on or around a point of radiation, chronic bone infections, and crush injuries.

“The hyperbaric chamber will greatly enhance our capabilities,” said SMC Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine Center Medical Director Joseph Megara III, DPM. “A hyperbaric chamber uses 100% oxygen at a higher-than-normal pressure to treat wounds and help them heal quicker.”

Inside a hyperbaric chamber, the patient breathes 100% pure oxygen at high pressure, which increases the concentration of oxygen in the bloodstream. The blood delivers the oxygen to a patient’s wound for fast healing.

“Oxygen is needed for cellular function and can kill bacteria and cause resistance to infection,” said SMC Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine Center Nurse Director Renee Miller, RN. “Oxygen stimulates the creation of new blood vessels and aids growth factors to form new skin. Essentially, HBO therapy helps heal the wound from the inside out.”

UP FRONT AND PERSONALThe new location at the front of the hospital significantly increases patient accessibility to the center and includes a designated parking lot and drive-up entrance where patients can be safely dropped off under a large canopy.

“The newly remodeled center is another step we’ve taken to strengthen Salem Medical Center and its clinical services,” Dr. Torres said. “With the addition of a hyperbaric chamber, our wound care team is equipped to treat

even the most advanced wounds. Our emphasis has been to upgrade both technology and facility while improving patient access.”

The new space has four exam rooms, an expansive nurses station, a private entrance, a spacious waiting room, changing rooms with lockers for patient belongings, large supply closets to help staff with easier access to durable medical equipment and products, and upgraded computers and displays.

Miller said the center was designed to maximize patient access and comfort. “The new space is functional and clinical, yet comfortable,” she said. “It has

a great atmosphere for patients who come to us for healing.”

Arrow-Circle-Right For more information, call SMC Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine Center at 856-878-6884 or visit smc.health/services/wound-care.

HEALING POWERSMC ADDS HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY AND EASIER ACCESS TO HEALING.

SMC WOUND CARE AND HYPERBARIC MEDICINE CENTER TEAM (LEFT TO RIGHT): RENEE MILLER, RN, MARGIE BURNS, RN, JOSEPH MEGARA III, DPM, JENNIFER SUMIEL, FRONT DESK COORDINATOR, AND DENISE SANTOS, RN.


Apple TurkeyGYROS

Manage your heart disease risk by limiting your consumption of saturated fat found in dairy products and red meat, such as beef, pork and lamb. Scale down portions to 2–3 ounces and, if you do eat red meat, select lean cuts — sirloin, round or loin, according to the American Heart Association.

Another way to make a hearty meal heart healthier is by substituting turkey in your favorite recipes.

INGREDIENTS � 1 cup sliced onion � 2 cups red bell pepper, sliced � 2 cups green bell pepper, sliced � 1 tablespoon vegetable oil � 1 tablespoon lemon juice � 1/2 pound turkey breast, cut into thin strips

� 1 medium apple, cored and sliced

� 6 whole-wheat pitas, lightly toasted

� 1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt (optional)

DIRECTIONSIn a nonstick skillet, sauté onion and bell peppers in oil until crisp. Add lemon juice.

Stir in turkey and heat until the meat is fully cooked — slightly browned and opaque.

Remove the pan from the heat and stir in apple slices.To serve, fold pita in half and fill with apple/turkey mixture; top with

yogurt drizzle.

NUTRITION INFORMATIONMakes 6 servingsTotal calories: 215Total fat: 4gSaturated fat: 1gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 259mgTotal carbohydrate: 33gDietary fiber: 5gProtein: 14g

Recipe courtesy of Produce for Better Health Foundation, fruitsandveggies.org.

DID YOU KNOW?

An average Thanksgiving Day meal contains about 3,000 calories, according to the American Council on Exercise.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a healthy daily calorie range for women is 1,600 to 2,400 calories. For adult men, 2,000 to 3,000 calories per day is considered healthy.

Americans gain about 1 to 2 pounds between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day, according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

Enjoy the party and still fit in that little black dress on New Year’s Eve. At your next holiday get-together:

BUFFET SWAPS

Better

Choose water to avoid drinking your calories.

Don’t skip meals. If you know an event is happening later in the day, do not save your calories until then. You may overeat, according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Eating a small healthy snack before you go will make you less inclined to overindulge when you arrive.

Pick the smallest plate to limit portions.

Start with a salad, vegetables and fruit.

Pace yourself — wait a few minutes before going for another helping.

Socialize away from the snack table. Instead of mindlessly snacking during your conversations, catch up with friends and family away from the food.

Keep moving. Take a walk after dinner, offer to help clean the kitchen, or go outside and play with the kids. Physical activity burns calories and relieves holiday stress.


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The physician offices of Barry Berman, MD, Mitchell Bober, DO, Henry C. Ho, MD, James Hubbs, DO, Harish Kakkilaya, MD, Paul Kouyoumdji, MD, Angela Oates, MD, Daniel Timmerman, DO, and Nurse Practitioner Kimberly Mack received a big push into the digital age with the launch of a program that features 32-by-18-inch electronic wallboards, patient-friendly digital tablets and 43-inch high definition televisions featuring high-quality health and wellness content provided by Outcome Health.

The program gives physicians, office staff and patients convenient access to a wide variety of health information.

“Our project with Outcome Health is one that will push our practices into the digital age,” said Dr. Tammy Torres, CEO. “With 3D illustrations of anatomy that can be viewed and accessed by physicians right in their offices, general health and wellness tips and videos, and custom content featuring SMC’s services and physicians, this is a great program that will help bring value to our practices.”

Placed in each exam room, the electronic wallboard serves not only as a digital “anatomical encyclopedia” that your physician can access with the touch of the finger, but also as a whiteboard where clinicians can jot down notes or images for review with the patient.

“I frequently draw images and write notes on the whiteboard while speaking to patients and have them take a picture of the board with their cell phone,” said general surgeon Dr. Timmerman. “The whiteboard really helps in educating my patients.”

When Dr. Timmerman enters the exam room, he can simply touch the screen and show you the inside of a human body with a wide range of 3D models and illustrations of anatomy, conditions and treatment options.

“The wallboard is a great way for physicians to communicate more effectively and drive patient understanding of their condition,” Dr. Torres said. “The wallboard allows for an interactive experience between physician and patient by selecting, rotating, zooming and annotating anatomical and condition-specific illustrations.”

The waiting room tablets are designed to be used by patients to access relevant, educational content that they can browse, watch and interact with while they wait for their appointment to begin.

A key objective of the digital tablets is for patients to easily register for the patient portal. By registering for the patient portal, patients can request appointments, see test results and read relevant information about general health and wellness on their smartphone or any computer.

“The wallboards and tablets add another dimension to the patient care experience at our practices,” Dr. Torres said. “It’s our hope that the new equipment will make a patient’s visit with their doctors more educational and informative than ever before.”

Arrow-Circle-Right To schedule an appointment with any of our SMC Health Physicians, visit smc.health/smc-health-physicians/. Call one of our SMC Health Physicians Primary Care offices in Woodstown at 856-624-4319, Pennsville at 856-678-9002 or Swedesboro at 856-832-4359.

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