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Monthly Archives: July 2019
Hays Medical Center > 2019 > July
Jul25
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HaysMed Welcomes New Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgeon

By Gayla Wichman - DeBakey Heart Institute News,HaysMed News

Hays, KS– HaysMed, part of The University of Kansas Health System, is pleased to welcome Robert A. Phillips, MD, cardiac, thoracic and vascular surgeon to the DeBakey Heart Institute. Dr. Phillips began seeing patients July 1 at the DeBakey Heart Clinic.

“We are so very excited to have Dr. Phillips join our team,” said Bryce Young, Chief Operating Officer.   “Because he specializes in all three areas of heart care, cardiac, thoracic and vascular, Dr. Phillips will be a great asset to our heart program.”

Dr. Phillips completed medical school at the University of Alabama. He completed a residency in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery at the University of Utah Affiliated Hospitals and a fellowship in complex cardiac and thoracic aortic surgery at Mount Sinai Medical Center.

“HayMed is committed to providing the people of western Kansas with exceptional heart care and maintaining a strong cardiology presence in the region.”  Said Shae Veach, Vice President for Regional Operations.  “Our goal is giving heart care patients the right treatment at the right time and providing this care as close to home as possible.”

For more information call 785-623-6544 or go to haysmed.com/debakeyheart

Jul23
00

HaysMed Cardiovascular/Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program Certified by Industry Leader

By Gayla Wichman - DeBakey Heart Institute News,HaysMed News

Hays, Kansas – HaysMed, part of The University of Kansas Health System, is proud to announce the certification of its cardiovascular/pulmonary rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). This certification is recognition HaysMed’s commitment to improving the quality of life of patients by enhancing standards of care.

Cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation programs are designed to help people with cardiovascular problems (e.g., heart attacks, coronary artery bypass graft surgery) and pulmonary problems (e.g., chronic obstructive pulmonary disease [COPD], respiratory symptoms) recover faster and live healthier. Both programs include exercise, education, counseling and support for patients and their families.

To earn accreditation, HaysMed’s cardiovascular/pulmonary rehabilitation program participated in an application process that requires extensive documentation of the program’s practices. AACVPR Program Certification is the only peer-review accreditation process designed to review individual programs for adherence to standards and guidelines developed and published by AACVPR and other related professional societies. Each program’s application is reviewed by the AACVPR Program Certification Committee, and certification is awarded by the AACVPR Board of Directors.

In 2018, AACVPR moved to an outcomes-based process with performance measurements that represent more meaningful outcomes. Therefore, AACVPR-certified programs are leaders in the cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation field because they offer the most advanced practices available and have proven track records of high quality patient care. AACVPR Program Certification is valid for three years.

About AACVPR

Founded in 1985, the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation is a multidisciplinary organization dedicated to the mission of reducing morbidity, mortality and disability from cardiovascular and pulmonary disease through education, prevention, rehabilitation, research and disease management. Central to the core mission is improving the quality of life for patients and their families. Learn more about AACVPR at www.aacvpr.org

Jul22
00

HaysMed Orthopedic Institute Receives Durable Medical Equipment Reaccreditation

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News,Orthopedic Institute News

Hays, Kansas –The  Orthopedic Institute at HaysMed, part of The University of Kansas Health System, was recently reaccredited as an Accredited Durable Medical Equipment (DME) facility from the Healthcare Quality Association on Accreditation (HQAA).

Durable Medical equipment is any medical equipment used in the home to aid in a better quality of living. The accreditation ensures the public that Hays Orthopedic Institute has demonstrated its expertise and commitment to quality patient care by meeting or exceeding a wide set of stringent criteria and standards undergoing on onsite review by an Accreditation Field Specialist.  It assures that a facility will maintain the highest quality of standards for patient healthcare.

Hays Orthopedic Institute was initially accredited in July 2013.

Jul18
00

HaysMed Among Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for Treatment of Heart Attack Patients

By Gayla Wichman - DeBakey Heart Institute News,HaysMed News

American College of Cardiology NCDR Chest Pain ̶  MI Registry Platinum Award recognizes high standards of patient care

 

Hays, Kansas – HaysMed has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain ̶  MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2019. HaysMed is one of only 225 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor.

The award recognizes HaysMed’s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care for heart attack patients and signifies that HaysMed has reached an aggressive goal of treating these patients to standard levels of care as outlined by the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association clinical guidelines and recommendations.

To receive the Chest Pain ̶  MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award, HaysMed has demonstrated sustained achievement in the Chest Pain  ̶  MI Registry for eight consecutive quarters and has performed at the top level of standards for specific performance measures. Full participation in the registry engages hospitals in a robust quality improvement process using data to drive improvements in adherence to guideline recommendations and overall quality of care provided to heart attack patients.

“As a Platinum Performance Award recipient, HaysMed has established itself as a leader in setting the national standard for improving quality of care in patients with acute myocardial infarction,” said Michael C. Kontos, MD, FACC, chair of the NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry Steering Subcommittee, Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center. “By meeting the award requirements set forth in the registry, HaysMed has demonstrated a commitment to providing reliable, comprehensive treatment for heart attack patients based on current clinical guideline recommendations.”

The Center for Disease Control estimates that over 700,000 Americans suffer a heart attack each year. A heart attack occurs when a blood clot in a coronary artery partially or completely blocks blood flow to the heart muscle. Treatment guidelines include administering aspirin upon arrival and discharge, timely restoration of blood flow to the blocked artery, smoking cessation counseling and cardiac rehabilitation, among others.

“This award reflects the ongoing commitment of DeBakey heart Institute, Hays Med, and the University of Kansas health system to the goal of improving the cardiovascular health of our patients in western and central Kansas. Congratulations to all involved!” said Jeffery Curtis, FACC, FACP,  Director of Cardiology Services.

Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry empowers health care provider teams to consistently treat heart attack patients according to the most current, science-based guidelines and establishes a national standard for understanding and improving the quality, safety and outcomes of care provided for patients with coronary artery disease, specifically high-risk heart attack patients.

The American College of Cardiology envisions a world where innovation and knowledge optimize cardiovascular care and outcomes. As the professional home for the entire cardiovascular care team, the mission of the College and its more than 52,000 members is to transform cardiovascular care and to improve heart health. The ACC bestows credentials upon cardiovascular professionals who meet stringent qualifications and leads in the formation of health policy, standards and guidelines. The College also provides professional medical education, disseminates cardiovascular research through its world-renowned JACC Journals, operates national registries to measure and improve care, and offers cardiovascular accreditation to hospitals and institutions. For more, visit acc.org

Jul18
00

HaysMed Receives Get with The Guidelines Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Gold Plus Award

By Gayla Wichman - DeBakey Heart Institute News,HaysMed News

American Heart Association Award recognizes HaysMed’s commitment to quality stroke care

HaysMed, part of The University of Kansas Health System, has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get with The Guidelines® Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognizes the hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence.

HaysMed earned the award by meeting specific quality achievement measures for the diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients at a set level for a designated period. These measures include evaluation of the proper use of medications and other stroke treatments aligned with the most up-to-date, evidence-based guidelines with the goal of speeding recovery and reducing death and disability for stroke patients. Before discharge, patients should also receive education on managing their health, get a follow-up visit scheduled, as well as other care transition interventions.

“HaysMed is dedicated to improving the quality of care for our stroke patients by implementing the American Heart Association’s Get with The Guidelines-Stroke initiative,” said Carol Groen, stroke coordinator. “The tools and resources provided help us track and measure our success in meeting evidenced-based clinical guidelines developed to improve patient outcomes.”

HaysMed additionally received the association’s Target: Stroke℠ Honor Roll Elite award. To qualify for this recognition, hospitals must meet quality measures developed to reduce the time between the patient’s arrival at the hospital and treatment with the clot-buster tissue plasminogen activator, or tPA,  the only drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to treat ischemic stroke.

“We are pleased to recognize HaysMed for their commitment to stroke care,” said Lee H. Schwamm, M.D., national chairperson of the Quality Oversight Committee and Executive Vice Chair of Neurology, Director of Acute Stroke Services, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts. “Research has shown that hospitals adhering to clinical measures through the Get with The Guidelines quality improvement initiative can often see fewer readmissions and lower mortality rates.”

According to the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of adult disability in the United States. On average, someone in the U.S. suffers a stroke every 40 seconds and nearly 795,000 people suffer a new or recurrent stroke each year

Jul18
00

HaysMed Welcomes Dr. Kirk Potter to the Medical Staff

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News

Hays, Kansas – Dr. Kirk Potter, plastic and reconstructive surgeon, has recently joined the medical staff at HaysMed, part of The University of Kansas Health System.

Dr. Potter received his medical degree from the University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kansas City. He completed a residency in general surgery and fellowship in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Dr. Potter will be performing plastic and reconstructive surgeries at the hospital.  He will be maintaining a private practice in Hays.  For questions or to schedule an appointment call 785-301-2250 or fax 785-301-2270.

Jul17
00

Member of the Month July 2019

By Gayla Wichman - The Center News

Names:
Katie Leikam
Krisson Timken

Member Since:
Katie – 2015
Krisson – 2011

What are your fitness goals for 2019?

Katie:

    • Increase Strength
    • Improve Nutrition
    • Maintain attendance at gym

Krisson:

    • To increase body strength
    • Decrease body fat %
    • Maintain Energy Levels

What is your weekly workout routine?

Katie:

    • I try to attend the gym a minimum of 5x per week.  I go to group fitness classes, but I also workout on my own!

Krisson:

    • Monday — Cardio
    • Tuesday — Boot Camp, Strictly Strength
    • Wednesday — Circuit Summit or my own workout
    • Thursday — FIT, Strictly Strength
    • Friday — HIIT
    • Saturday and Sunday — Rest

What keeps you motivated?

Katie:

    • I just want to feel good physically and mentally.
    • I don’t want to have regrets.
    • I don’t want to be in my 60s or 70s and be wishing I had taken better care of myself in my 30s.
    • I want to show my son the importance of my health!

Krisson:

    • My workout partner Katie.
    • The trainers do a great job and are very helpful.
    • I love going to classes and have met a lot of wonderful people.  Everyone is so encouraging!

Do you have a success story to share?

Katie:

    • I have made my health a priority.  I no longer feel guilty for saying “no” to others, so I can go to the gym.  It’s my “ME” time! 🙂

Krisson:

    • I couldn’t do anything when I first started. I feared I would never be able to keep up in class. Today I am healthier, more energetic, and I can finish a workout and feel I accomplished something! When I miss a day of working out I feel bad about missing. Through working out, I am a better person mentally and physically. I enjoy my “ME” time! 🙂
Jul9
00

HaysMed Cardiologist Presents at International Conference

By Gayla Wichman - DeBakey Heart Institute News,HaysMed News

Hays, Kansas – Dr. Byungsoo Ko, Cardiologist and Director of the Cardiovascular Cathertization Laboratory at HaysMed, part of The University of Kansas Health System, recently presented at the C3 (Complex Cardiovascular Catheter Therapeutics: Advanced Endovascular and Coronary Intervention Global Summit) international conference. The conference was held in Orlando, Florida.

The C3 Conference is specifically designed for physicians who specialize in interventional cardiology, vascular surgery, and interventional radiology, as well as fellows, residents, and other healthcare professionals interested in atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Their mission is to deliver educational innovation through a global exchange of scientific research, new techniques, and technologies to improve patient care and utilize best practices to improve lives of countless individuals across the world.

Dr. Ko presented on Impella Supported Left Main Intervention in a Patient with STEMI Complicated by Cardiogenic Shock. He also was on a panel for the International Joint Session with Korean Complex Cardiovascular Invention (CCI) Group Complex Endovascular and Structural Heart Disease Intervention.

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