Miracle on 5th Avenue

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Layoff Leads to CareerAn Interview with Dr. Alvin Bird Pg. 3

Meet Our New Docs Teran Naccarato & Rodrick Heger Pg. 4

On My First Day . . .Kids recall day one Pg. 3

Fall 2010

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Experience theCare

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Issue #24

A family birth experience (pg. 2)

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Doctor appointmentPhoto # 1 – On January 26 Jamie and Luke visit the office of OB/GYN Daniel Miller, DO. It is a routine appointment, but they worry that their baby is becoming too big, which could result in a difficult delivery. Dr. Miller reassures them that measurements of Jamie and the baby are on target for her due date.

Photo opPhoto # 2 – Sonographer Gail Sawyer performs a sonogram (ultrasound exam) ordered by Dr. Miller. She estimates the baby’s weight at 3,178 grams (approximately 7 pounds). The family is expecting a girl based on a previous exam.

Honey, it’s time! Little Jaycie decided she was ready

to enter the world on Monday, February 8. Jamie and Luke arrived at WNH about 7 a.m. and her contractions were five minutes apart. “I was still pretty nervous. Luke and I hoped they would not ask us to go home and wait,” said Jamie. The contractions intensify after Dr. Miller breaks her water.

Ah . . . much better Photo # 3 – After a few hours of labor, it is time for some pain control. Anesthetist Bill Bloedel prepares to insert an epidural catheter while Jamie is supported by Libby Cantu.

Although labor pain has a natural purpose, it does not have to be overwhelming.

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Photo # 4 – Jaycie Lynn Larson is delivered at 4:10 p.m. and immediately becomes center stage to the admiring audience of her parents, Dr. Miller, and nurses Libby Cantu and Terri Browning. Within minutes she endures being suctioned, examined, cleaned up, weighed, measured and photographed. She finally relaxes when her father places her in her mother’s arms.

Baby docPhoto # 6 – Dr. Bryan Dennett examines Jaycie. He listens to her lungs and heart and carefully checks her from head to toe. “She looks perfect!” he reports to Jamie and Luke who are all smiles.

Big brotherPhoto # 7 – Jaycie meets the “greatest big brother ever.” Landen is two years old and ready to show her the ropes. It has been a big day!

Time flies . . .Photo # 8 – Jaycie at six months having some fun in the family pool!

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Often punctuated with excitement and emotion, the birth of a baby is always a miracle. The doctors and employees of William Newton Hospital participate in these miracles every day — truly important events for us, too. We are grateful to these families for their trust and allowing us to share in these special moments. In return, we do our best to provide quality healthcare and a temporary home for families. Jamie and Luke Larson offered to share their most recent family miracle with House Calls readers. Jaycie Lynn was born to the Arkansas City couple in William Newton’s Family Birthing Center. These few pictures and words only hint at what it was like for the family during the weeks before and after Jaycie’s birth.

Preventing Infant Abduction

Infant abductions from American hospitals are quite rare. But statistics provide little comfort to a family concerned about the security of their helpless baby. An important part of assuring infant security is technology. The new state- of-the-art alert system in the hospital’s Family Birthing Center effectively prevents an infant from being removed without permission from the parents or staff. The sophisticated $40,000 network does not impede patient care or visitation. Technology alone is not enough, however. Infant security requires an attentive hospital staff and a well rehearsed abduction response plan. The family must also participate in this critical effort. Preventing abduction is a priority at WNH. For more information on infant abduction, go to www.wnhcares.org.Daddy cuts the cord

Photo # 5 – Luke performs the father’s traditional task of cutting the umbilical cord.

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Kids recall the day they were born

Autumn (K) - I was borned at the doctor’s office. I was tiny — the size of my grandpa’s hand.

Zach (3rd) - I was born at William Newton on October 24, 2000. I was very big — my mom tells me that all the time.

Beriah (K) - I was born in Winfield. I have no idea what happened that day. It was a really long time ago! But I did have a favorite hoody to wear and I could talk baby talk.

Justin (4th) - I was born on January 14, where you work in Winfield. I don’t remember anything about the day, but my mom told me that a few days after I was born I got really sick and ended up having surgery. I have a scar right here to prove it.

Brylee (2nd) - My birthday is August 12th and I was born in Ark City. The nurse said my fingers, toes, arms and legs were so long that I looked like a monkey.

Shelby (3rd) - My birthday is August 16th. No, I don’t remember that day but I know I had a lot of hiccups.

Laken (1st) - I was born in Winfield on January 24th. They had to put me in a little bath thing. My family was happy.

talented group of people at our clinic and Dr. Heger is fitting in well. I greatly appreciate the support of the hospital and my colleagues on the medical staff in bringing in Dr. Heger. We have done some major refurbishing to the office and are getting ready to go fully electronic with our medical records. We want to be technologically progressive while maintaining a friendly approach to medicine in a comfortable setting.

Comment on your 28 years as a doctor. It’s hard work, but my profession still gives me a sense of pride. I am seeing third generation patients, which means these families have faith in my medical abilities. I get extra satisfaction when I help turn someone’s life around. Doctors have an obligation to educate and help

any account, Al Bird has led an interesting life. A native of Norton, Kansas, he was a high school wrestler earning a scholarship to Iowa State University. He later graduated from Kansas State followed by a tour in Vietnam as an Air Force B-52 navigator and then several professional jobs. At the age of 37, Bird decided to enter medicine, graduating from the Osteopathic College of Medicine in Tulsa. He brought his family to Winfield in 1982 to begin a practice. In addition to operating Hillside Medical Group and seeing patients there and at WNH, Bird pulls a weekly shift in the emergency room, and sees patients in the Dexter Rural Health Clinic. He is also the medical director for the Kansas Veterans Home and Creative Community Living. Dr. Bird continues to show enthusiasm for his profession and life.

What triggered your decision to become a doctor? My cousin suggested a medical career when I was laid off from Western Electric. He had joined the National Guard and eventually became a Navy flight surgeon. I thought, ‘If he can do it, so can I!’ From what looked like a bad situation emerged an opportunity. I don’t regret any of it.

What’s new at Hillside Medical Group? The most exciting news is that Dr. Rodrick Heger has joined us (page 4). We have a

An interview with Alvin Bird, DO

The House Calls staff asked children from Country View Elementary about the day they were born. The answers were classic kid — bizarre, thought provoking and downright cute.

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prevent health problems, not just treat sick people.

You obviously have a busy practice. Do you find time for anything else? Our family has been involved with Creative Community Living from the beginning. CCL provides group homes for developmentally handicapped people. My wife, Sharon, is the board president, I am the medical director, and our son Brian even created the logo. I am a huge K-State fan, especially football. I tinker with videography and enjoy the challenge it provides. I think everyone should find something outside of work that is both challenging and enjoyable.

Layoff Leads to Medical Career

L to R: Shanell Isom, ARNP; Alvin Bird, DO; Rodrick Heger, DO; and Jane Kaufman, ARNP

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TERAN NACCARATO, MD

New Docs in Town

Dr. Rodrick Heger has joined the Hillside Medical Group in Winfield where he provides a full range of medical services. Dr. Heger is Board Certified in Family Medicine.

Dr. Heger attended Kansas State University and Des Moines University, Osteopathic Medical Center. He completed his residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center and Via Christi in Wichita. Dr. Heger has a masters degree in nutrition as well.

A native of Hugoton, Kansas, Dr. Heger and his wife, Laura, have four children (Gabe, Eli, Noah and Sophia) and one on the way. The whole family already loves Winfield!

Call (620) 221-0110 or (800) 899-2401 to schedule an appointment.

Dr. Teran Naccarato is seeing patients at the American Medical Clinic located in the Physicians Pavilion, Winfield. He is Board Certified in Family Medicine and offers a full range of medical services.

Dr. Naccarato attended Wichita State University and the University of Kansas School of Medicine in Kansas City. He completed his residency at Via Christi in Wichita.

A native of Wichita, Kansas, Dr. Naccarato and his wife, Tiffany, recently moved to Winfield. The newlyweds are enjoying the community.

Schedule appointments by calling (620) 221-7669.

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Board of TrusteesTom Herlocker, ChairDon DrennanJane DuncanDorothy FlottmanSteve McSpadden

Executive CommitteeTreasure Wehner, DO, ChairAnand Kaul, MDShelley McClure, MDWade Turner, MDBryan Dennett, MD

AdministratorRichard Vaught

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2010 Winfield Open Water Swim

Over 30 swimmers participated in the “Open Water Swim” held at the Winfield City Lake in August. William Newton’s Healthways sponsored the event with Health Professionals of Winfield. The swim was the idea of Dr. Wade Turner to promote swimming as a healthy exercise for people of all ages. He also wants to bring attention to the importance of recruiting physicians to the area. Turner is planning to swim the Strait of Gibraltar in 2011 to further these causes. For more information visit www.wnhcares.org.

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