Claxton-Hepburn

Now that your child is back in class, don't forget to schedule a checkup with his child is back in class, don't forget to schedule a checkup with his or her pediatrician. In addition to being a great time to complete a sports physical, this or her pediatrician. In addition to being a great time to complete a sports physical, this annual visit is also a chance to address any ongoing medical issues and give children a annual visit is also a chance to address any ongoing medical issues and give children a chance to talk through any health-related questions they may have. chance to talk through any health-related questions they may have. "At annual checkups, we have the opportunity to focus on the whole child—physical, "At annual checkups, we have the opportunity to focus on the whole child—physical, mental, and emotional health," says Jose Megna, MD, a pediatrician with Claxton-Hepburn , a pediatrician with Claxton-Hepburn Health Center. "We can identify problems, make sure vaccinations are up to date, Health Center. "We can identify problems, make sure vaccinations are up to date, and provide information about safety and nutrition to help children stay well year-round." PREPARE WITH CARE To make the most of your child's appointment, Dr. Megna recommends writing down any questions or concerns you may have, bringing a list of medications and supplements your child is taking, and having a copy of any evaluations or testing results with you. "When selecting a pediatrician, consider his or her training, experience, and practice philosophy," Dr. Megna says. "At Claxton-Hepburn, our pediatricians are committed to the health and well-being of children in the communities we serve." For more information about pediatric care a Claxton-Hepburn, visit www.claxtonhepburn.org For more information about pediatric care a Claxton-Hepburn, visit www.claxtonhepburn.org and select "Health centers" to find a location near you. Have a Healthful Back-to-School Season Back-to-School Season Regular preventive care plays a big part in keeping kids Regular preventive care plays a big part in keeping kids well, and that can be especially important when they're well, and that can be especially important when they're in school. Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center would like to thank pediatrician Suseela Yitta, MD, for her 32 years of dedication to our community. Thanks, Dr. Yitta! Thanks, Dr. Yitta! Thanks, Dr. Yitta! Thanks, Dr. Yitta! Thanks, Dr. Yitta! Thanks, Dr. Yitta! Thanks, Dr. Yitta! Thanks, Dr. Yitta! Thanks, Dr. Yitta! Thanks, Dr. Yitta! Thanks, Dr. Yitta! Thanks, Dr. Yitta! Thanks, Dr. Yitta! Thanks, Dr. Yitta! Thanks, Dr. Yitta! Thanks, Dr. Yitta! Thanks, Dr. Yitta! Dear Friends, 2 Find the hidden apple in Living Well and win a FitBit! Go to www.claxtonhepburn.org/apple or send a postcard with your name, address, and phone number indicating the page number and location of the apple to: Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center Attn: Community Relations 214 King Street Ogdensburg, NY 13669 www.claxtonhepburn.org All entries are due by July 1, 2015. One entry per person. Correct entries will be entered into a drawing. Must be at least 18 years old to enter. Claxton- Hepburn employees and their immediate families are not eligible for the drawing. Congratulations to our last issue's winner: Nancy Bouchard from Ogdensburg. Did you find the apple in the last issue? It was hidden on page 4! Giveaway AnnounceMent ▲ a clear visiion for breast cancer prevention (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1) "3-D mammography helps us positively impact the well-being of women close to home." BEHIND-THE-SCENES BOOST The advanced Hologic systems at Claxton-Hepburn use low- dose X-ray technology to capture multiple images of breast tissue. 3-D models created from these thin slices of tissue allow imaging specialists to spot lesions more easily, especially in dense breasts. From a patient perspective, 3-D mammography is much like traditional mammography. The duration of the screening is the same, and so is the time of compression. The real difference occurs behind the scenes, thanks to the detailed, 3-D images that are captured from a variety of angles during the screening. "The difference between a 3-D mammogram and a conventional mammogram is similar to the difference between an X-ray and a computed tomography or CT scan," says Debbie King, CRA, RT(R)(M), director of radiology and The Breast Health Center at the Connection for Women at Claxton-Hepburn. "This advancement allows us to see breast tissue in one millimeter thick layers for a much closer, more detailed view of any potential trouble areas." PEACE OF MIND Breast imaging specialists use that enhanced visibility to more accurately diagnose potential breast cancers. That means that only the women who are most likely to benet from follow-up visits and additional tests are contacted. As a result, Dr. Gharagozloo says, the advanced technology helps decrease patients' anxiety levels because the clarity of the 3-D images means fewer women are asked to return to the facility for additional testing. "3-D tomography technology unmasks hidden cancers in their smallest size when it is more easily curable," Dr. Gharagozloo says."This technology puts our facility at the forefront of the science of breast care and is a great complement to our advanced, comprehensive team of physicians and professionals bringing care to the women of the our county and surrounding areas." For more information about The Breast Health Center, visit bit.ly/chmcbreasthealth. L I V I N G W E L L www.claxtonhepburn.org …and you will be entered to win a free iPad mini! Tell Us What You Think… We want your feedback about Living Well magazine! The insight you share will help us enhance the magazine for the community. Visit http://surveys.healthyfeedback. com/s3/claxton or scan the QR code to the left to complete a brief survey by midnight on July 1, 2015. All participants will be entered in a drawing to win an iPad mini. We appreciate your time and value your input! The philosopher Heraclitus famously said, "The only thing that is constant is change." Right now, Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center is embracing a change in local health care that will allow us to continue providing outstanding health care to residents of the North Country. In the winter of 2014, Claxton-Hepburn and River Hospital announced a plan to collaborate clinically to integrate local healthcare delivery. The two hospitals already have similar philosophies for community health care, and the collaboration will allow us to maintain and expand clinical services while allowing each hospital to maintain its unique identity. This collaboration allows us to take steps to leverage economies of scale while pursuing initiatives such as joint medical staff recruiting aimed at growing the services available locally. I'm excited about the possibilities associated with this collaboration, and I think you will be, too. Sincerely, Nathan Howell President and CEO

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