Huron Regional Medical Center

From the CEO David Dick David Dick President and CEO Huron Regional Medical Center Advanced Cardiac Care Sophisticated technologies to detect heart conditions early on are available at Huron Regional Medical Center. "People don't have to travel out of town for state- of-the-art cardiac tests," says Deb Rycraft, RT(R)(M), RVT, RDMS, director of radiology with HRMC. "We have the equipment we need right here in Huron. We are very good about staying on top of the latest technologies." Specifically, a 64-slice computed tomography (CT) scanner is used to conduct coronary angiographies while a Mindray ultrasound machine captures images of the heart at rest, at peak heart rate and during recovery. Cardiologists may compare these images side by side and make critical determinations about next steps that may be necessary to treat patients with blockages in the coronary arteries. "Doctors look for changes that may be fixable or reversible," says Eric Wangsness, RT(R)(CT), staff technologist with HRMC. "We work hand in hand with skilled cardiologists to find and deliver the best possible solutions to patients in the comfort of their hometown." Deb Rycraft, RT(R)(M) RVT, R DMS Healthcare reform and changes are in the news every day, it seems. All of these changes create challenges for you, the healthcare consumer, as well as healthcare providers. HRMC is determined to face those challenges for the benefit of our rural way of life. I am committed to continuously explore and adopt the values you and I hold as all-important. Our more than 300 employees, physicians and volunteers are in the business of caring – every day, 365 days of the year. They help others to have a better quality of life. I am proud of the many people who contribute daily to care for the needs of others. Their collective actions are important to this hospital, and a vital part of a hardy community. A big thank-you to all of them and to the community that supports them! Our efforts include working with values coach Joe Tye, an Iowa-based consultant who helps hospitals develop their "invisible architecture." This is a systematic process for making sure our invisible architecture of core values (the foundation), corporate culture (the superstructure) and emotional attitude (the interior) is as beautiful and as functional as the visible architecture of our buildings. As we travel this journey, we will engage the community with a Community Health Needs Assessment process, focus groups and regular listening sessions. I am also thankful for our partners and community – without whom HRMC would not exist. HRMC – Building a Firm Foundation on Values You are invited to share your thoughts about this important question. Please complete a survey at www.huronregional.org/healthneeds by March 15. What Are the Top Health Needs in Our Community? 2 welloneconnection w w w. h u r o n r e g i o n a l . o r g

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