HEALTHY CHOICESProviding information about healthy choices for you and your family. Spring 2016

Inside:New Practice: St. Joseph Hospital GastroenterologyFamily Medicine: New Location in Merrimack Classes and Events

ST. JOSEPH HOSPITAL and LAHEY HEALTH: Working Together to Fight Cancer

standing (l to r): Denise Poulin, MD; Mary Voltz, MD; Kelly McAllister, RN; Mary Schmitt, APRN seated (l to r): Nicola Kernan, MD; Valena Wright, MD

As spring arrives, I am excited to share with you several new happenings within our organization as we continue our steadfast focus to better serve you, your family members, and our community.

We continue to develop and expand our clinical affiliation with Lahey Health, and I invite you to learn more about our partnership and our shared commitment of providing the best medical care close to home, when patients need it most. In this edition, you will learn how our clinical teams worked together to diagnose and treat a local woman in her fight against uterine cancer. Kathleen Rogers learned firsthand the benefits of having access to highly specialized, coordinated cancer care and treatment, right here in Nashua.

St. Joseph Hospital Orthopedics, in affiliation with Lahey Health, now has three fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons and a certified adult nurse practitioner to provide care for all your orthopedic needs. The practice is conveniently located on the St. Joseph Hospital campus, near the emergency department, with onsite imaging in close proximity. Our expert team of orthopedic specialists is focused on helping patients improve health and restore function so they may return to doing the things they enjoy. To find out more about our providers and their sub-specialty expertise, visit our website at ortho.stjosephhospital.com.

We have recently added a new gastroenterology practice to our network of specialty services. Fellowship-trained gastroenterologist Prasanna Gulur, MD, joined St. Joseph Hospital Gastroenterology at the beginning of March. Many of you may already know Dr. Gulur as he has been practicing in the local community for several years. Dr. Gulur offers consultation, evaluation, and treatment for all aspects of gastrointestinal and digestive disorders.

To learn more about our dedicated clinical teams and expanded specialty services, please visit stjosephhospital.com.

Your partner in health,

Rich Boehler, MD President and CEO, St. Joseph Hospital

LETTER to the COMMUNITY

These new providers have joined St. Joseph Hospital Orthopedics as part of the clinical affiliation with Lahey Health. The practice is located at 168 Kinsley Street in Nashua. To learn more or to make an appointment, please visit ortho.stjosephhospital.com or call (603) 578.9363.

Lindsay Campbell, APRN, is a certified adult nurse practitioner specializing in orthopedics. She received her Master’s of Science in Nursing from the University of Massachusetts in Boston, MA. Prior to joining St. Joseph Hospital Orthopedics and Physical Medicine she was an orthopedic nurse practitioner at Cambridge Health Alliance in Cambridge, MA.

David P. Richards, MD, FRCSC, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC). He received his medical degree from Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. He completed his five-year orthopedic surgery residency at the University of Ottawa. Dr. Richards completed his first fellowship in arthroscopic and reconstructive knee and shoulder surgery at Plano Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Clinic in Plano, TX, under the guidance of F. A. Barber, MD, and A. I. Glogau,

MD. His second fellowship in arthroscopic and reconstructive shoulder surgery was completed at the San Antonio Orthopaedic Group in San Antonio, TX, with world-renowned shoulder surgeon S. S. Burkhart, MD. His clinical interests include shoulder arthroscopic reconstructions, rotator cuff repairs, knee arthroscopy, knee arthroscopic reconstructions, and sports medicine.

Jason E. Simon, MD, FAAOS, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (FAAOS). He received his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, MA, and completed a fellowship in orthopedic surgery sports medicine at Boston University Medical Center in Boston, MA. His clinical interests include shoulder surgery (total and reverse shoulder arthroplasty, revisions, and fractures), arthroscopic surgery, and sports medicine.

Albert Tom, MD, FAAOS, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (FAAOS). He received his medical degree from the State University of New York (SUNY) in Syracuse, NY, and completed a fellowship in sports medicine at the University of Connecticut in Storrs, CT. His clinical interests include reconstructive shoulder surgery, shoulder replacement, shoulder arthroscopy, shoulder fractures, shoulder arthritis; hip and knee replacement; fracture surgery; carpal tunnel

and cubital tunnel surgery; basilar joint thumb arthritis; sports medicine; and general orthopedics.

NEW FACES St. Joseph Hospital is pleased to welcome the following new providers:

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Kathleen Rodgers, 66, recently learned she could receive medical care from some of the best doctors in the Northeast without ever having to leave Nashua. When Kathleen was diagnosed with breast cancer 14 years ago, she sought treatment with oncologist Mary Voltz, MD, at the Cancer Center at St. Joseph Hospital. Recently, she met with her primary care doctor, Nicola Kernan, MD, at St. Joseph Hospital Family Medicine in Merrimack because she was experiencing post-menopausal bleeding. She was immediately referred to OB/GYN Denise Poulin, MD, at St. Joseph Hospital OB/GYN, who performed a hysteroscopy that revealed a precancerous polyp.

Dr. Poulin then referred Kathleen to Valena Wright, MD, a gynecological oncologist (GYN/ONC) with Lahey Health who was able to see her at the Lahey Gynecological Oncology Clinic at St. Joseph Hospital. “The Lahey doctors got involved very early on,” Kathleen stated. “I saw Dr. Wright about a week after my biopsy results came back. The clinic staff made the appointment for me, and I thought it was great that Dr. Wright came to me and I never had to go down to Burlington to see her. She already had my medical records at our first meeting, but she still spent a lot of time talking to me and listening to my medical history.”

After discussing Kathleen’s personal and family medical history, Dr. Wright referred her to Mary Schmitt, APRN, at the Cancer Center at St. Joseph Hospital for hereditary cancer risk assessment and further testing. Timely genetic testing revealed a predisposition to breast, ovarian, and other cancers. Kathleen’s health care team used this information to plan the best surgery and course of treatment for managing her increased risk of developing a new cancer.

A hysterectomy, performed at St. Joseph Hospital by Dr. Wright, showed early uterine cancer, which was completely removed. “It was a very good thing that I had the hysterectomy,” Kathleen said. “My team of doctors worked together so well; they really covered all the bases and made sure I was taken care of.” She notes how the entire staff provided

constant guidance through the medical process, and was especially happy to have the assistance of St. Joseph Hospital Nurse Navigator Kelly McAllister, RN. “Kelly was fantastic; so nice and caring. She’d say, ‘Call me anytime,’ and you could tell she really meant it and wanted to help. I knew if I called Kelly, she’d make sure the doctor got back to me right away.”

Once her treatment was complete, Kathleen and her husband moved to Virginia to be closer to family. Mary Schmitt, APRN, located a local hospital that offers specialized follow-up care. Although she now sees doctors in Virginia, Kathleen always recommends St. Joseph Hospital and its Lahey Health affiliated doctors to everyone she knows back in New Hampshire.

“The process went so smoothly for me,” she explained. “I would have driven to Burlington to see these specialists, but not having to make the trip took that pressure off my husband and me. I think for other women, who maybe have jobs and children and lots of responsibilities, having these Lahey doctors right in their hometown is just so convenient. It’s great to know they’re nearby, even if it’s just for a second opinion.”

St. Joseph Hospital’s clinical affiliation with Lahey Health brings top-quality care to the greater Nashua region, blending expert medicine with the finest local, familiar community health care. Patients and families now have access to the best practices, new treatments, cutting-edge technologies, and clinical trials from Lahey Hospital & Medical Center close to home. Lahey Health’s Academic Medical Center, which is affiliated with Tufts University School of Medicine, was named one of the country’s 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics™ in 2014. With easy, direct, and constant communication between St. Joseph Hospital and Lahey Health care teams, patients are supported by a broad range of medical and surgical expertise and have direct local access to Lahey specialists in cancer care, orthopedics, trauma services, and urology.

Lahey Health and St. Joseph Hospital share the same philosophy and commitment to providing the best medical care, close to home, when patients need it most. St. Joseph Hospital is accredited by DNV GL Healthcare, and our clinical collaboration with Lahey Health is further evidence of a commitment to bringing unparalleled quality care to patients and families in southern New Hampshire.

For more information about the Lahey Gynecological Oncology Clinic at St. Joseph Hospital, call (781) 744.8560. Visit our website at stjosephhospital.com/aboutus for more information about St. Joseph Hospital’s clinical affiliation with Lahey Health.

GREAT CONNECTIONSGREAT CARE

St. Joseph Hospital and Lahey Health Working Together to Fight Cancer

Kathleen was grateful that she avoided the added stress of long-distance travel.

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CLASSES

• CHILDBIRTHVisit us at stjosephhospital.com for descriptions, fees, program dates, and times for the following classes:

• Basic Childbirth Education• Breastfeeding 101• Child Passenger Safety Seat Education• Childbirth Tour Night• New Mothers’ Support Group• Newborn Basics• NEW! Mommy & Me Yoga

[ HEALTH & WELLNESSAdvance Care Planning SessionsSaturday, May 7 or June 11, 9:00 to 11:00 am

Advance care directives are legal documents that state your preferences about medical care when you are unable to do so. We host a number of educational sessions to answer questions and offer assistance in completion of the documents. FREE!

AARP Smart Driver™ CourseWednesday, May 18 and Friday, May 20, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Classes held at Milford Medical Center

The AARP Smart Driver™ Course is the nation’s first and largest refresher course for drivers age 50 and older. It has given millions of drivers the skills and tools they need to drive safely on today’s roads,

allowing them to remain independent for many years. Fee: $15 for AARP members (please be sure to bring your member card!) or $20 for non-members.

CPR: Family and FriendsSunday, May 15 or July 17, 12:00 to 2:30 pm

This course teaches basic CPR for infants, children, and adults. This is not a certification course, but it will cover the necessary skills for personal use in an emergency situation. Fee: $35

Prepare for Surgery, Heal Faster: A Guide to Mind-Body TechniquesMonday, May 16 or July 18, 4:00 to 6:00 pm

• Do you have an upcoming surgery?• Are you receiving chemotherapy and/or radiation?• Do you suffer from anxiety, headaches, migraines, insomnia,

or pain? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you may benefit from this seminar, which teaches mind-body techniques to help with symptom relief. Pre-registration is required. FREE!

Joint Replacement EducationThursday, May 19, June 16, July 21, or August 18, 3:15 to 4:15 pm

Prior to scheduled hip or knee replacement, St. Joseph Hospital patients have the opportunity to meet in a comfortable group setting with a nurse, physical therapist, case manager, and anesthesiologist. We welcome patients to bring their main support person. FREE!

YogaCaps, Inc. Presents Thriving with Yoga for Those with CancerEvery Tuesday through August, 12:00 to 1:00 pm

We invite those with a present or past diagnosis of cancer—all ages and fitness levels—and family members/caregivers to join us for FREE weekly yoga classes. Research shows that practicing yoga (or simply being in the presence of a yogic environment)

benefits physical, mental, emotional, and energetic health.

Register for all

classes online at

stjosephhospital.com

or call Community

Health Education at

(603) 595.3168.

JOINT REPLACEMENT GUIDEBOOK for Patients

Now that you have decided to have joint replacementsurgery, we want to help answer some questions thatpatients commonly have. Our goal is to provide you withinformation about what you can expect before, during, and after your stay with us. Please bring this guidebook with you to all of yourappointments, your patient education classes, and yoursurgery visit. For general information, you may also find our

website helpful: www.stjosephhospital.com/orthopedics.

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[] NUTRITION & COOKINGFOUR FREE CLASSES with STORE TOUR

Classes held at Hannaford supermarket on Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. Pre-registration is required.

• May 5: Heart-Healthy EatingThis class focuses on specific heart-healthy diets that are low in saturated fats and high in fiber. Participants will receive information on sources of omega-3s and plant sterols. The class will also take a guided tour of Hannaford supermarket. FREE!

• June 2: Manage Your Blood SugarThis class covers how to identify food sources with carbohydrates and how to balance them during the day to have the optimum effect on blood sugar levels. Class includes a guided tour of Hannaford supermarket. FREE!

• July 7: Going Gluten FreeJoin registered dietitian Laura Halupowski for information on how to safely switch to a gluten-free diet. Laura will address mistakes, pitfalls, and ways to avoid cross-contamination. Class includes a guided tour of Hannaford supermarket. FREE!

• August 11: Lower Your Blood Pressure The DASH diet can be an effective way to control blood pressure without medication by eating a balance of healthy foods. The effect of lower blood pressure can be seen in as little as two weeks! Participants will also receive a sodium shopping tour at Hannaford supermarket. FREE!

For more free demos and classes offered by Hannaford, please visit hannaford.com/dietitians.

IGT/ Pre-DiabetesTuesday, June 14 or August 2, 6:00 to 7:30 pm Classes held at St. Joseph Hospital Adult and Pediatric Medicine at 173 Daniel Webster Highway in Nashua

This 90-minute class is designed for the individual with elevated blood sugars, which, if left untreated, can lead to diabetes. Learn how this condition may be reversed with diet and exercise! Fee: $20

KIDS’ CORNERZENTANGLE FOR KIDS & TEENS! (Ages 10–16)

The Zentangle method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images. Zentangling increases focus and creativity, reduces anxiety, and increases sense of personal well-being. Classes meet on Saturday from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Fee: $15 per class, supplies included

• May 7: Mini TotesDecorate one-of-a-kind mini tote bag using Zentangle patterns!

• June 11: Celebrate SummerJoin us to create a beautiful summer-inspired Zentangle piece!

St. Joseph Hospital Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource CenterMilette Manor is located at 72 Vine Street in Nashua. For more information about these programs, please call Pam Deres at (603) 598.2424.

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPS• Monday, 1:00 to 3:00 pm

Caregivers whose loved ones suffer from Alzheimer’s or dementia in any stage of the disease process

• 2nd and 4th Tuesday of month, 1:30 to 2:45 pm Early Stage Support Group for those whose loved ones are in the early stages of Alzheimer’s and dementia

• Twice a year for 5 sessions Early Stage Support Group for those who have the diagnosis and their caregivers.

DAY AWAY RESPITE PROGRAMDay Away is a social respite for those who are in the early to beginning moderate stages of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Participants need to meet certain criteria for the program, including the ability to interact socially, be independent in the bathroom, and be free of mobility issues. Please call us if your loved one would enjoy a day filled with fun and activity.

FRIDAY MORNING ALZHEIMER’S and DEMENTIA EDUCATIONAL SERIES: 10:00 to 12:00 • May 6: Hearing Loss and Dementia

Speaker: Alyssa Bonnet, Audiologist, Hearing Solutions, Nashua, NH

• May 13: Coping with Early Memory Loss Speaker: Melissa Grenier, LICSW, Program Coordinator for the State of New Hampshire Alzheimer’s Association, Massachusetts/New Hampshire Chapter

• May 20: Technology and Dementia Speaker: Justin Montgomery, APRN, Dartmouth-Hitchcock, Lebanon, NH

Wednesday, June 1, August 3, or September 21 with information sessions

starting at 3:00, 4:00, and 5:00 pm. 5 Woodward Avenue, Nashua, New Hampshire

OPEN HOUSE

St. Joseph School of Nursing offers a two-year (five-semester) Associate of Science in Nursing program and a one-year

(three-semester) LPN to ASN program. For more information, plan on attending one of the open house events, visit sjson.edu

or call the school’s admission office at (603) 594.2567.

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EXERCISEYogaMay 23 to July 11 or July 25 to August 29• St. Joseph Hospital Family Medicine in Hudson: Monday • St. Joseph Hospital in Nashua: Wednesday or Friday

Yoga provides tension relief, improved concentration, ease of movement, enhanced self-image, and increased vitality. Leader Valerie Forde-Galvin, trained in Integrative Yoga Therapy, M.A. in Counseling and Psychotherapy, and Certified in Creative Stress Transformation. Fee $50

ZumbaTuesday & Thursday, April 12 to May 19 or May 31 to July 14, 6:30 to 7:30 pm

Join us two days a week for Zumba, which combines dance and fitness moves to burn calories while having fun. Zumba is Latin-inspired and combines international rhythms with easy-to-follow dance steps. All levels of fitness are welcome to join this party!

Fee: $60

Yoga for Graceful Aging Wednesday, April 13 to May 18, June 1 to July 13, or July 27 to August 31, 10:30 to 11:30 am Classes held at St. Joseph Hospital Family Medical Center in Hudson

This new program uses the principles of yoga and qigong to promote health of body and mind. No mats are needed. Slow and effortless moves practiced while sitting on chairs create a sense of deep relaxation. Gentle standing moves help to restore strength, flexibility, balance, and self-confidence. The facilitator, Valerie Forde-Galvin, has been teaching meditative movement since 1982. Fee: $50

Gentle YOGYAM Yoga Practice Thursday, April 21 to May 26, June 9 to July 21, or August 11 to September 15, 5:30 to 6:30 pm Classes held at Milford Medical Center in Milford

Join Kathy MacKinnon in a holistic and therapeutic approach for keeping both the mental and physical body healthy. Regardless of age or mobility, anyone can practice YOGYAM Yoga’s gentle Tula (balance) flow. This class is ideal for beginners and aims to strengthen bones and muscles, improve balance, and create equilibrium throughout the body. Fee: $50, 6-week session

Fit and Young for Life: A Strength and Balance Training Program for SeniorsSummer Session: June 6 to August 22

• Milette Manor, Nashua Monday & Wednesday, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

• Milford Medical Center Monday & Thursday, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm

• St. James Methodist Church, Merrimack Tuesday & Thursday, 9:00 to 10:00 am

• St. Joseph Family Medicine, Hudson Tuesday & Thursday, 9:30 to 10:30 am

• St. Joseph Hospital Rehabilitation, Nashua Tuesday & Thursday, 9:00 to 10:00 am

This program is designed for those 55 and older who would like assistance in maintaining muscle strength, flexibility, and functionality. Fee: $50

Low-Impact AerobicsMonday & Thursday, June 27 to September 22, 5:00 to 6:00 pm

This fun, but gentle class combines fat-burning aerobics with muscle-building exercises and stretching. Low-impact classes are ideal for people just beginning an exercise program, as well as

people who experience muscle or joint pain. Fee: $55

CARE

FOR A CAUSE

SAVE THE DATE

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 Sky Meadow Country Club

Proceeds to Benefit a NEW MOBILE HEALTH CLINIC

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ST. JOSEPH HOSPITAL FAMILY MEDICINE

in Merrimack is now located at 4 Dobson Way, just off exit 11.

New location, same dedicated physicians and staff to care

for you and your family.

Nicola Kernan, MDPatrick Leong, MD

Cathy O’Donnell, APRN

Tel: (603) 424.4181

For more information about this practice, visit stjosephhospital.com

and click on Primary Care.

You must pre-register by calling Community Health Education at (603) 595.3168 or by signing up online at stjosephhospital.com.

DINNER with the DOCTOR SERIES

Thumbs Up for Hand Healing: Understanding Thumb ArthritisWednesday, May 25, 6:00 to 8:00 pm

Join occupational therapists Michelle Dowling, OTR/L, CHT, and Lisa Owen, OTR/L, CTL, CHT, as they explore one of the most common and inhibiting forms of arthritis. Topics include proper splinting, joint-protection strategies, various therapeutic approaches, and helpful exercise recommendations. In addition, learn work-simplification techniques that will help to make everyday tasks less strenuous and painful. Fee: $10, includes dinner

Guys Night Out: Testosterone Talk, Health, and WellnessThursday, June 9, 6:00 to 8:00 pm

Join Boris Golosarsky, MD, from St. Joseph Hospital Internal Medicine in celebrating Men’s Health Month with certified fitness trainers Tom Mandra and Kevin Burgess. This informative and interactive evening includes a nutritious meal that leads into discussions, suggestions, and demonstrations regarding

men’s health. Topics include the natural process of hormone changes, how to increase energy levels, weight management, and elevating mood. Please dress comfortably to participate in optional strength and fitness exercises. Fee: $10, includes dinner

All Dried Out: Why the Dry Eyes?Wednesday, June 22, 6:00 to 8:00 pm

Dry eye occurs when the eye does not produce tears properly or when the tears are not of the correct consistency and evaporate too quickly. Join John Dagianis, MD, from Nashua Eye Associates for a discussion about dry eyes and the treatment to help relieve symptoms. Fee: $10, includes dinner

Spring into a Healthy Summer!Wednesday, June 22, 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Milford Medical Center

Join James Martin, MD, Emergency Department/Urgent Care Medical Director, as he discusses potential threats the warmer months can pose. Topics include prevention and identification of tick- and mosquito-borne diseases, sun exposure safety, heat-related illness, food safety at cookouts, and more! Fee: $10, includes dinner

Now Accepting New Patients

New Locationin Merrimack

FAMILY HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR

Saturday, May 14, 2016 • 10:00 to 2:00 Visit stjosephhospital.com for more details.

ART ACTIVITIESZENTANGLEJoin instructor Paula Ellis in this relaxing, fun, and easy-to learn art. Creating Zentangle patterns is a wonderful form of therapy because it increases focus, creativity, and sense of personal well-being. Fee: $25 per class, supplies included

• May 9: Four-Seasons Zentangle Monday, 6:30 to 8:30 pmCreate a 4-tiled piece inspired by our beautiful four seasons.

• June 15: Zentangle on FabricWednesday, 6:30 to 8:30 pmTake Zentangle to the next level with new patterns on fabric, creating a one-of-a-kind Zentangle tote bag.

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Prasanna Gulur, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist. He received his medical degree from the Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi University, New Delhi, India. He completed an internal medicine residency and gastroenterology fellowship at the State University of New York (SUNY) Health Science Center in Brooklyn, NY. He completed a second fellowship in geriatrics at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in Richmond, VA. His clinical interests include general gastroenterology and video capsule endoscopy.

St. Joseph Hospital Gastroenterology is located at 168 Kinsley Street in Nashua. To learn more or to make an appointment with Dr. Gulur, please visit stjosephhospital.com or call (603) 578.9363.

ST. JOSEPH HOSPITAL OPENS

NEWGASTROENTEROLOGY PRACTICE IN NASHUA

St. Joseph HospitalWelcomes

Prasanna Gulur, MD