Summit Health Cares

In this episode Birdman chats with Angie Fabian, Chief Marketing & Development Officer with Summit Healthcare about the Dark Skies and Black Ties Gala.     Join Summit Healthcare at our annual Dark Skies and Black Ties Gala! Come dressed in 1930's attire and enjoy a fun filled night solving the "Crime of the Century" All proceeds will benefit Summit Healthcare's Cancer Center for patients who are in need of transportation and boarding during treatments. For more information or to purchase tickets visit us at summitgala.net or the hospital gift shop.

In this episode Birdman chats with Angie Fabian, Chief Marketing & Development Officer with Summit Healthcare. Video @ https://youtu.be/vsRPSzUtZiE   OPEN HOUSE of all 3 buildings will be held August 24th!   Visit - https://summithealthcare.net/about-summit-healthcare-2/summit-healthcare-expansion

In this episode Birdman chats with Jeromy Cronin, Director of Wound Care with Summit Healthcare. Video @ https://youtu.be/08uoweZqQ5k     The Summit Healthcare Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center received the Center of Distinction Award!   Summit Healthcare is home to a specialized Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center. The advanced medical center houses two hyperbaric chambers and is the only rural hospital in northeastern Arizona to offer this service. This addition is part of our goal to provide a complete system of medical and professional care to our patients. Summit Healthcare’s Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center is an outpatient, hospital-based program. The medical center is designed to complement the services offered by patients’ primary care physicians–in fact; we should think of it an extension of a physician’s practice. Patients receive outstanding, professional, and courteous attention in a timely fashion, and are returned to the referring physician once the healing is satisfactory. The program operates by

In this episode Birdman chats with Deepa Hague about the new Weight Management Program bring offered through Summit Healthcare. Video @ https://youtu.be/-TR29BPqrA0 Weight Management Program for Summit at the Show Low Walk-In Clinic.  There are four parts to the program: Diet - 80% of weightloss is related to nutrition/diet Medications - talk about what medications you are taking that may be causing weight gain or what medications may help you lose. Exercise - physical activity Behavior - behavior/ mental health has a big impact on weight. Food choices can cause anxiety. The initial appointment takes about an hour. A unique program will be created for each individual.    Tips! Drink water, water, water. Sugar is more addictive than cocaine. Artificial Sweeteners trigger your sweet tooth.  Zero calorie or low calorie foods are not always the healthiest option. Vegetables are a MUST! This food group is non-negotiable.   Visit the Show Low Summit Healthcare Walk - In Clinic to visit Deepa Hague about the Wei

In this episode Birdman chats with Angie Fabian, Chief Marketing Officer with Summit Healthcare about the New Administration Building. Video @ https://youtu.be/L8mZimNnHYc   An Open House will be held August 24,2019 for all of the new buidlings.   Visit: https://summithealthcare.net/  

In this episode Birdman chats with Christina Richards about the new Summit Healthcare Call Center. Video @ https://youtu.be/6Hhr5Ts3qqY   We'll be specializing in customer service calls and scheduling.   Visit: https://summithealthcare.net/  

In this episode Birdman chats with Becky Moffat, Registered Dietician Nutritionist with Summit Healthcare about the nutrition component to the 30 Days Wellness Program. Video @ https://youtu.be/QOk3C56Q9xg   Food is Your Friend - Having a positive relationship with food. Book: Mindfull Vegan Meals, Food is Your Friend by Maria Koutsogiannis.   *Food is Your Friend Info Talks with Becky Moffatt March 27, from 2-3 p.m. at Open Spaces Yoga Center   Summit Healthcare and Open Spaces Yoga Center have partnered up together to provide free Programs about Self Care- classes focusing on nutrition and mindfulness practices. These classes are not only for patients, but for employees too.   For questions or more information, call Lauren (OSYC) at 928-367-4636 or Ivy Loney (SH) at 928-242-6902.

In this episode Birdman chats with Ken Hosie about the Mindfulness Program. Video @ https://youtu.be/acY9S2RjYss   Summit Healthcare and Open Spaces Yoga Center have partnered up together to provide free Programs about Self Care- classes focusing on nutrition and mindfulness practices. These classes are not only for patients, but for employees too. "Mindfulness is paying attention on purpose."   Summit Healthcare (SH) and Open Spaces Yoga Center (OSYC) are co-sponsoring a three-month long program helping participants create optimum self-care and lifestyle habits. From Feb. 15 through April 15, residents and visitors alike can participate in over 15 free health-oriented classes that encourage use of beneficial physical and mental health choices. The following classes are scheduled: Sleep Well: The Gentle Art of Gaining Rest with Ivy Loney Tuesday, March 19, from 12:15-12:45 p.m. at SH conference room 4  Tuesday, March 12, and Tuesday, April 2, from 12:15-12:45 p.m. at OSYC. Being Mindful: Finding Pea

In this episode Birdman chats with Jody Whipple, Stroke Coordinator with Summit Healthcare. Video @ https://youtu.be/Qr7y90eKz1s   Summit Healthcare has been a Primary Stroke Center since September 2018, meaning that patients can be seen here at home instead of traveling to see a specialist. For more information on the Telestroke Program visit https://summithealthcare.net/telestroke   FAST is an acronym used as a mnemonic to help detect and enhance responsiveness to the needs of a person having a stroke. The acronym stands for Facial drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulties and Time to call emergency services. Call 911 with these signs and get checked. Strokes are time sensitive.

In this episode Birdman chats with Dawn Marino, NEAR Care Team, Community Health Education R.N. with Summit Healthcare. Video @ https://youtu.be/zR0X5nlJkXs   Summit Healthcare has many educational opportunities available to the community. Visit https://summithealthcare.net/ and go to Education & Resources. There you will be able to find more information on what is available and be able to register for classes and support groups. Many are FREE and some require a doctor's order.  Knowledge is power.   Be healthy and wash your hands.  

In this episode Birdman chats with Jill Stanberry with Volunteer Services at Summit Healthcare.   Video @ https://youtu.be/Srbjkf06G-A   There are currently 150 volunteers, year-round and seasonal donating their time to the hospital; 27,000 hour a year. Volunteers make approximately 1500-1700 heart pillows for patients each year. There are 8 pet therapy teams that visit patients in the hospital and cancer center and 5 chaplins for spiritual support and encouragement.  Volunteers are always needed! Monday- Friday with 2 shifts, 8am-12pm and 12pm-4pm with an acception to the Emergency Department.   Ask that minimum commitment is 4 hours a week, for 6 months. Must be at least 14 years old. There will be a background check performed and all volunteers will go through an Orientation like a new hire. Pick up your application at the Information Desk at Front Desk of hospital entrance. For more information visit: https://summithealthcare.net/volunteer-opportunities

Recorded in the Orthopedic Center. In this episode Birdman chats with Angie Valentine, Director of Home Health and Orthopedic Program Manager for the Orthopedic Center at Summit Healthcare. Video @ https://youtu.be/SEwRCcLrPug   Angie Valentine shares information about the Orthopedic Center and what they offer their patients.  -Preparation starts a few weeks before surgery. -Joint Classes every Tuesday at 10am, meet in lobby. -Group therapy twice a day. -Email Program called Joint Coach (when you decided to have joint replacement the office will get you set up) -Reunion Lunches (monthly) Our practice is anchored on a strong desire to provide the best care in a manner that elevates your patient experience. It is our hope that this desire is evident from your initial contact with our scheduling desk through your entire course of treatment. No one enjoys having surgery, that’s why we have created a special surgery program that emphasizes a faster, safer recovery.   If you have any questions or would like more in

  Recorded at the Pediatric Center on Cub Lake Rd. behind Papa Johns. In this episode Birdman chats with Dr. Jones with Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center about Bronchiolitis, RSV, and Flu in young children. Winter is the busiest season for pediatrics due to viral infections.   Video @ https://youtu.be/_D1a4Tc8rmg   RSV typically occurs during this time of the year; November to May. RSV is a very contagious virus that affects the respiratory tract, usually in children under three. It can be more dangerous for children 0-3 years of age. When adults and older children have it, it's usually very mild (like a bad cold).  Help prevent RSV by washing your hands often, good hygiene, and staying away from sick people. Please watch for symptoms to know if your baby-toddler needs medical attention; difficulty breathing, eating, or dehydration.   Bronchiolitis is a common illness of the respiratory tract. It's caused by an infection that affects the tiny airways, called the bronchioles, that lead to the lungs. As

In this episode, Angie Fabian with Summit Healthcare talks about a few upcoming events. Video @ https://youtu.be/2MTi_EeDeq8   -Saturday, November 17th 10am-1pm, VIP Tour of the Atrium Level; Outpatient Services, Labs, Diagnostic Imaging, Women's Imaging, Wound Care Center Come see what's changed and what's new! Please RSVP at 855-768-4968. -Monday, November 12th, in Observance of Veterans Day, Summit will serve lunch and dinner to Veterans and 1 guest. Lunch starts at 11:30am and dinner will start to be served at 4:30pm. -Wednesday, November 14th, Lung Cancer Screening Seminar at The Hampton Inn at 5:30pm with a Panel of doctors.   Golf the Summit will be at Torreon, Friday, July 12th, 2019. Summer Gala is Dark Skies and Black Ties-Murder on the Orient Express, Saturday, July 13th. $150/ticket   Murder Mystery Dinner, come dress in 1930's costume.   Visit https://summithealthcare.net/

It is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Holly and Mary Ann with Summit Healthcare talk about the importance of getting breast exams and a current promotional program to help you save for your Mammography. Video @ https://youtu.be/K71BkQCC2vM   Visit https://www.mdsave.com/ for the current $99 special price.   At Summit Healthcare, we offer a variety of mammography services for our patients. These include: Breast Ultrasound Digital Mammography with CAD (computer-aided detection) Breast MRI Osteoporosis Screening “DXA” Stereotactic Breast Biopsy Ultrasound Guided Breast Biopsy Needle Localizations Softer Mammogram Provider (Mammo Pads) All of our technologists and radiologists are registered and board certified. We are also ACR/FDA accredited. Our Snowflake Outpatient Imaging Center, located Snowflake, Arizona also offers many of the same women’s imaging services. Visit: https://summithealthcare.net/womens-imaging  

Sara Hart and Kristine Roberts with Summit Healthcare talk about Behavioral and Integrated Health. Video @ https://youtu.be/U99qpAeucI8   Visit https://summithealthcare.net/about-summit-healthcare-2  

In this episode Birdman chats with Mimi Sorenson, NP, who is transitioning into a new position with Summit Healthcare; Nurse Practitioner. Video @ https://youtu.be/6QY3jXIeRkU   A Nurse Practitioner is a mid-level provider working with physicians and surgeons.  https://summithealthcare.net/       Recorded in the Birdman Studios in Lakeside.

Jennifer Rivera and Ann Unrast with the Integrated Behavioral Health Department with Summit Healthcare talk about what the Integrated Health Department is and who they help. Video @ https://youtu.be/LwrTYXA8jDk   About Ann Unrast: Ann graduated in 1994 with a Master’s Degree in Counseling and she is licensed in the State of Arizona as a Licensed Professional Counselor. She has practiced in many different settings within the mental health profession, which includes the clinical setting, wilderness setting, group home, foster care setting, and university setting. She has worked with youth most of her career, but currently enjoys working with persons of all ages. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma. Ann's greatest passion is wilderness/adventure therapy because it connects her joy for the outdoors with her professional work. She recently completed a 2nd degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus in Psychology and Education.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! In this episode, Birdman talks with Dr. Richardson about Breast Screening Awareness. Video @ https://youtu.be/woM4rbojd8c   Breast Cancer affects 1 out of 8 women in the U.S. About 30% of cancers diagnosed in women is breast cancer. Please get a screening. It is recommended to have a Mammogram at least every two years, starting at the age of 40. For the month of October, Summit Healthcare will be offering Mammograms at a discounted cost through MD Save!  Get a $99 mammogram screening through October 31, 2018 with participating providers. Visit: https://www.mdsave.com/     Visit: https://summithealthcare.net/womens-imaging