HENDRICKS REGIONAL HEALTH CHRONICLES | VOL. 2 - ISSUE 6 | HENDRICKS.ORG

MAY 19, 2016

HRH Physical Therapist Kathy Brenton believes in challenges. She challenges her patients to push themselves to achieve their treatment goals, and she challenges herself, as well. At age 65, this seasoned runner has set her sights on the Senior Olympics.

“My friends asked what I was planning to do after I retire. I joked ‘I think I might try out for the Senior Olympics.’” Kathy begins her quest May 19 in Evansville at the Indiana State Games. She will compete in the 5K road race, the 400-meter dash and the 50-meter dash. To qualify for the National Senior Games, Kathy must fi nish in the top four in her age group.

While this is Kathy’s fi rst attempt at becoming an Olympian, she’s been challenging herself with races for more than a decade. Her fi rst was the Indianapolis Mini-Marathon in 2004. At 53, she walked the route and was hooked. When the HRH YMCA started Mini-Marathon training, Kathy signed up. “When I turned 60, I decided I wanted to do a marathon, so I did the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon in 2010. I’ve now done about 20 half-marathons and two full marathons.”

Kathy credits interval training, music and friends for her improvement over the years. “HRH’s Dr. Mike Hartley, nurse Adrienne Gelfi us, and her husband, Bryan, are my running

buddies. The four of us have spent many frigid cold mornings, hot humid days, and early mornings requiring head lamps running together. Their camaraderie and support have kept me running.”

Kathy expresses similar sentiments when discussing why she enjoys working at HRH. She’s been a physical therapist for 44 years – 28 at HRH. She calls her co-workers her friends and family, and says she’s always appreciated HRH’s motto to Treat People Better because that’s how she approaches her patients. “A lot

of people jokingly say they think PT stands for ‘pain and torture.’ I think if I can show empathy, they will realize I respect what they are going through, and truly want to help.”

As a 65-year-old training for both sprints and long distances, Kathy certainly understands aches and pains. However, just as she won’t let her patients give up, she won’t let herself either. “I’m proud that I’m able to participate. Anybody can sign up for the Indiana State Games, you just have to be over 50. I’m not that special, but I am willing to go out and try.”

KATHY BRENTON INSPIRES THROUGH EMPATHY

When the 33 cars take off for the 100th running of the legendary Indianapolis 500, HRH Director of Emergency Medicine, Dr. Jim Nossett, will play a pivotal role. As an on-track physician, he’s a member of the team responsible for treating drivers and crew injured during the race.

“My involvement after a crash is to help go out there and get them out of the car, and treat any injuries they may have,” Dr. Nossett said.

A lifelong racing fan, Dr. Nossett jumped at the chance to work at the Indianapolis Motor

Speedway as a physician in 1991. Almost a decade later, IndyCar’s medical director asked if he would be interested in working as a track physician during the Indy 500 and other events. “I said, ‘Absolutely!’ I’ve been doing that ever since and it’s a blast!”

Dr. Nossett says his experience in emergency medicine is aligned with responding to crashes on the track. “We are trained to take care of people who are acutely injured and potentially seriously injured. The diff erence is time. In the emergency department, you treat injuries 30 to 40 minutes after a wreck. At the track, we treat injuries 30 to 40 seconds after a wreck with cars still speeding by.”

While Dr. Nossett has responded to frighteningly destructive crashes, he says most involve minimal injuries. “Thanks to increased safety of the cars, drivers are coming out well most times.”

One memorable incident occurred after Dario Franchitti crashed toward the end of the 2013 race. “We went out to get him and made sure he was OK. I mentioned to Dario ‘TK’s going to win this thing.’ He got this big smile on his face. When TK came around to take the checkered fl ag, we all stood at the side of the wreck and gave him a thumbs up. Even though Dario just wrecked, he was so excited for his buddy to fi nally win the 500.”

Dr. Nossett says the values of engagement and collaboration are critical components for a successful race. “So many things are

happening so fast, and so many people are responding. Not only do we have to do it in a coordinated manner, we have to do it safely. People in the tower communicate to us on the track; we communicate to each other on the track; then we communicate to the drivers. It’s a huge collaborative eff ort.”

“You can’t explain the feeling to people; what it’s like to be there with all these people and all the energy and excitement. We love the adrenaline, love the rush, love the drivers, love racing.”

ENGAGEMENT IS CRITICAL DURING INDIANAPOLIS 500

MAY 19, 2016

Living The HENDRICKS WayYOU SPOKE. WE LISTENED.

Many of our associates have expressed concerns with the shipping charges incurred when ordering HRH corporate apparel through the online store. In the spirit of ENGAGEMENT, we created the HRH Pop Up Shop! New branded items such as shirts and mugs will be available every month. Items will be sold in the Copper Grill and will also be available for associates at our off-site locations. Order forms can be found on the HRH Foundation page on the HUB. Watch HRH News for details.

Edna Wilson and Eva Burgan from the HRH Cancer Center showcased their study on topical green tea use in a radiation setting. They earned the top prize at the 8th Annual Nursing Poster Fair. Great job to the many departments that submitted research and evidence-based practice projects in this year’s fair.

Hundreds of people enjoyed carnival games, food, music and more at Avon Night Light at the HRH YMCA. Avon High School students planned the community fair to benefit the HRH Foundation. A video created for the event garnered national attention. #Orioles #AvonStrong

Our Nutrition and Dietetics associates demonstrate integrity and respect as they work with our patients and guests each and every day. Sally Frye (left) and Sammy Abernathy (right) are bringing our values to life.

UPCOMING EVENTS

ROOT 36 COMMUNITY GARDEN BUILDSaturday, May 218:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. HRH YMCA

MAYBERRY IN THE MIDWEST FESTIVALFriday, May 20 - Sunday, May 22Downtown Danville Historic Courthouse Square

ZOOPOLIS 500Wednesday, May 2510:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M. Indianapolis Zoo

HRH YMCA SENIOR HEALTH & FITNESS DAYWednesday, May 2510:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. HRH YMCA

NATIONAL CANCER SURVIVOR’S DAYSunday, June 52:00 P.M. - 5:O0 P.M. HRH YMCA

Visit HENDRICKS.ORG/FAMILYFUN to view upcoming community events.

Drs. Monet Bowling and Rachel Scott, two of HRH’s newest surgeons, have a comfortable relationship that comes from their shared history and friendship. Spending a few minutes with them is like meeting two friends for coffee. They both exude a warmth and genuineness that puts others instantly at ease. It’s this approach that makes them a wonderful fit to help create the vision of the new HRH Women’s Center. The new Center will bring together plastic, reconstructive and breast surgery care, as well as other services for women, in one convenient location.

While they share a passion for patient care, that may be where their similarities end. “We are about the most polar opposite people you could think of,” joked Dr. Bowling. “I am probably more outgoing, and she is a little more introverted, which totally works. We have a lot in common, too, including the respect we have for our patients. We truly want to help them live their best lives.”

Drs. Bowling and Scott knew each other during their medical training, and are excited to work together here at HRH. They often collaborate in caring for patients in our breast oncology program. Dr. Bowling focuses on breast surgery alongside Dr. Scott, who performs reconstructive procedures.

“We are thrilled to have Drs. Rachel Scott and Monet Bowling as part of our organization,” says HRH President & CEO Kevin Speer. “They are both community-focused, and have strong patient-centered care philosophies that are very much aligned with our culture and values. They are helping us create an expanded Women’s Center here at our Danville campus that will enhance our continuum of care, and stand out from others in the region by having many services under one roof.”

Drs. Scott and Bowling are a part of a multi-disciplinary team planning the new Women’s Center, opening in early fall. The group’s goal is to enhance the treatment experience for patients undergoing breast care by providing all needed services together under one roof.

“Both Drs. Scott and Bowling are passionate about the patient experience, and helping all those they care for embrace a healthy and vibrant life,” Kevin said. “An increasing number of women are turning to female surgeons for their care. By bringing these physicians to our organization, we are being responsive to this critically important need.”

For Dr. Scott, becoming a part of HRH was very much like coming home. She grew up in

Putnam County, and the opportunity to give back to her community is a dream come true. She is also enjoying the chance to help envision and shape how we are continuously enhancing care.

“It’s exciting to look at all the changes that have happened at HRH over the last few years, as well as what we are working towards,” said Dr. Scott, who also provides a wide variety of plastic surgery care to both women and men alike.

Both physicians are already taking patients while the new Women’s Center is under construction. The new facility will house the HRH Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Center, the HRH Breast Center, and a variety of other services tailored to women. It will be located on the third floor of Building Three on the Danville Campus.

In August, an additional breast surgeon will join HRH, further enhancing the breast care program at HRH.

COLLABORATING TO FILL A NEED