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Hays Medical Center > Articles by: Gayla Wichman
Apr13
00

Astra Bank Establishes Endowment with HaysMed Foundation

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News

HAYS, Kansas  Astra Bank and the HaysMed Foundation announce the creation of the Astra Bank Endowment with a commitment of $25,000. The Astra Bank Endowment will provide funding for special projects benefitting the citizens of our community through the mission of HaysMed.

“Astra Bank is extremely excited about our relationship and newly endowed fund with HaysMed. Our region has been blessed by the talents and generosity of many who make HaysMed a leader in the healthcare industry. HaysMed has been and will continue to be an integral part of the longevity and success of our community. Astra Bank prides itself in community involvement and growth, which is exactly why we worked with the Foundation in establishing this fund,” said Astra Bank Senior Vice President Bryan VonFeldt.

HaysMed Foundation Board President Chris Wente added, “It is inspiring to see businesses in our community show their support towards HaysMed. On behalf of all who will benefit, we extend our gratitude to the leadership of Astra Bank for their generosity.”

Endowment gifts are established to provide perpetual support for a project, program, or other needs of HaysMed. The fund is permanently invested with the earnings providing continuous revenue streams for the purpose specified by the donor. Astra Bank has been a loyal supporter of patients and programs of HaysMed over the years and has now taken the next step in establishing this endowed fund to help underwrite special projects at HaysMed in perpetuity. “Providing high-quality healthcare close to home is certainly our priority. Endowed funds like these demonstrate the community’s commitment to those same goals,” said HaysMed CEO Eddie Herrman”

Astra Bank’s vision and core values include a commitment to the communities in which they serve. Astra Bank was founded in 1911, is headquartered in Abilene, Kan., and operates locations in Kansas and Nebraska. The HaysMed Foundation was formed in 1995 and is a charitable, not-for-profit organization whose mission is to support HaysMed. The Foundation, in partnership with donors, seeks to meet immediate and long-range health care needs of the people of western Kansas. An 18-member volunteer board guides the efforts of the Foundation. Donations can be sent to the HaysMed Foundation, 2220 Canterbury Drive, Hays, Ks. 67601 or by visiting https://haysmedfoundation.org/donate.
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Apr12
00

FREE KidsQuest Summer Program for Kids

By Gayla Wichman - Family Medicine,HaysMed News,Pediatrics,The Center News

HAYS, Kan. (April 12, 2018) – The Center for Health Improvement and the HaysMed Foundation are sponsoring the sixth annual FREE KidsQuest this summer.  Kids will be encouraged to log 40 miles of fitness by running, walking, biking or swimming on their own.  As they achieve mileage they will earn prizes sponsored by various businesses.  This year’s theme is based on traveling through the solar system with various stops along the way.

KidsQuest is recommended for children Pre K through 8th grade.

KidsQuest will begin on Thursday, May 3 at the HaysMed Fitness Trail.  Registration begins at 6:00 pm and will be followed by a 2 mile run/walk.  The adventure will start at the shelter house located behind HaysMed.  Participants are encouraged to park in parking lot I on the southeast side of the hospital.  The finale will be held on Thursday, August 2 with another 2 mile run/walk and watermelon feed at 6:00 pm.

You can register your child at www.thecenter.haysmed.com/kidsquest or registrations will be taken at the kickoff on May 3.  If you register by April 25 you will receive a free t-shirt.

Apr10
00

May 6 All American Breakfast Benefits HaysMed Hospice

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News,The Center News

HAYS, Kan. (April 10, 2018)   An All American Breakfast will be held Sunday, May 6 from 7:30 am – 12:00 noon at the VFW, 2106 Vine in Hays.  Tickets must be purchased in advance in order to benefit Hospice.

The all you can eat menu includes pancakes, sausage, bacon, scrambled eggs, hash browns, biscuits, gravy, toast, coffee and juice.

Advance tickets are $8.50 for Adults. $3.50 for children 5-12 and children under 5 eat free.  Tickets at the door are $9.00 for Adults, $4.00 for children 5-12 and children under 5 eat free.

Advance tickets are available from Hospice at 623-6200 or 1-800-248-0073.  You can also email tonia.houghton@haysmed.com or myrna.jordan@haysmed.com for tickets or information.

HaysMed Hospice focuses on comfort and quality of life when a cure is not possible, honoring the wishes of the person and their family.  They provide services in Ellis, Rooks, Russell and Rush counties.

Apr5
00

HaysMed Sports Medicine Announces Upcoming Athletic Testing Combine

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News,The Center News

HAYS, Kansas (April 5, 2018)—  HaysMed Sports Medicine is hosting their 17th Annual Athletic Testing Combine on Saturday, April 28 from 9:00 am – 11:00 am at The Center for Health Improvement, Hays, Kansas.  Registration fee is $20 per person.  This testing is for male or female, grades 6 through 12.  A makeup combine session will be held on Saturday, May 5 at 3:00 pm at The Center for Health Improvement.  During the 17 years the combine has performed over 5000 tests on area athletes.

Every athlete strives to do his or her best in whatever sport they participate in.  In order to achieve that goal, it is important to know at what level you are performing and how that performance can be improved.  The Athletic Testing Combine is designed to assess athlete’s individual strengths and weaknesses in order to help them reach their highest athletic potential.

Tests performed during this event include: Height, Weight, Seated Shot Put, Pro Agility, Vertical Jump, Standing Long Jump, Bench Press and 10 Yard and 40 yard dashes which are electronically timed.  HaysMed Sports Medicine provides highly qualified staff and professional testing equipment including the use of electronic timing equipment accurate to the 1/100th of a second.  This ensures accurate and reliable results.

Each athlete in attendance will receive an individual athletic profile.  This includes test results, percentile rankings, and an overall athletic rating allowing athletes to identify specific strengths and weaknesses.  In addition coaches from each school will be provided similar reports.  The results are also sent to Midwest colleges for their review of athletes interested in playing college sports.  Participants also receive a tee shirt.

Registration can be mailed to Shawn Landers, PO BOX 8100, Hays, KS 67601, dropped off at The Center for Health Improvement, or participants can bring the registration the day of the event and pay the fee then.  For more information contact Shawn Landers, MS, LAT, ATC, CSCS at 785.623.6369, https://www.haysmed.com/the-center/athletic-testing-combine/  or email at shawn.landers@haysmed.com.

 

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Apr5
00

HaysMed Welcomes New Urologist

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News,Urology

Hays, KS (April 5, 2018) – HaysMed recently welcomed Dr. Srinivas S. Samavedi, Urologist to the medical staff.

Dr. Samavedi completed medical school at Kakatiya Medical College in Warangal, India.  He completed fellowships in uro-oncology at the University of Miami; robotic urology at Ohio State University and Global Robotic Institute; transplant surgery in Columbus, Ohio and advanced robotic urology at the Global Robotic Institute. Areas of focus include general urology, endo-urology, oncology (prostatectomy, cystectomy, neobladder) and robotic surgery (prostatectomy, nephrectomy).

Dr. Samavedi is now accepting new patients.  Please call 785-628-6014.

Apr3
00

HaysMed Launches Walk with a Doc Program in Hays

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News,The Center News

Hays, Kansas (April 3, 2018) The Center for Health Improvement at HaysMed is encouraging Hays residents to take a step toward  better health with Walk with a Doc, a national health program that brings doctors and patients together to walk.  The first walk will be held Saturday, April 28 at 9am.  Participants are asked to meet at 2500 Canterbury Drive on the Fitness Trail (at the shelter house behind HaysMed). If inclement weather, walk will be held indoors at The Center for Health Improvement.

Walk with a Doc is a national non-profit organization whose mission is to encourage healthy physical activity in people of all ages and reverse the consequences of a sedentary lifestyle in order to improve the health and well-being of the country.

“This program has had tremendous participation and success in hundreds of cities around the country”, said Steph Howie, Director of The Center for Health Improvement.  I’m very pleased to bring this exciting and simple program to Hays as it has shown such improved health results for countless people around the county.”

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Apr2
00

Visitor Restrictions Lifted at HaysMed

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News

Hays, Kansas (April 2, 2018) –Effective today visitor restrictions are no longer in effect at HaysMed.  The hospital has been limiting visitors since February 7 for the protection of patients and staff.  Flu and respiratory cases are on the decline and are now at a typical level for this time of year. As a result, the restrictions are no longer necessary,

“We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding while these temporary restrictions were in place,” says Kim Koerner, Infection Prevention Officer/Associate Health Nurse. “While it was a sacrifice for both patients and hospital staff, we believe these efforts helped to reduce transmission of respiratory illnesses during a period of heightened flu activity.”

Mar30
00

Member of the Month April 2018

By Gayla Wichman - The Center News

 

Name: Jessica Acosta
Member Since: February 2017

What are your fitness goals for 2018?
To get in better shape and more fit.
I would like to become a better runner!

What is your weekly workout routine?
HIIT Class – Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Power Hours – Tuesday and Thursday
I also use the machines upstairs and run/walk on the track.

What keeps you motivated?
I love seeing the improvements in my muscles and the changes to my body. Going to JoDee and Alaina’s classes keep me going because they push you to get better.

Do you have a success story to share?
The biggest success to date would be seeing how hard work and dedication to the gym can change your body and your life!

Mar21
00

HaysMed Expands Services with Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Specialists

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News

Hays, Kansas (Mar 21, 2018) – HaysMed, part of The University of Kansas Health System has launched a new Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) program at the hospital.  The clinic will be located in Suite 304 in the Miller Pavilion at HaysMed.

Several years ago the only ENT specialist in Hays discontinued his practice leaving no services available locally.  “The closure of that practice left a void for patients needing ENT services both here and in the region.” said Bryce Young, Chief Operating Officer at HaysMed.  “We have been working diligently to find a solution and bring those services back to Hays.”

Joint collaboration between HaysMed and the health system resulted in identifying a group of specialists to provide clinic and surgeries in Hays the second and fourth Mondays and Tuesdays beginning March 26.  According to Young, the goal is to start with these services and then add another ENT specialist from the health system this summer to increase the number of days patients can be seen in the clinic.

“Early on in our affiliation with the health system we  identified establishing an ENT program as a high priority to meet local community needs.” Young remarked.  “This is just one example of the advantages of being part of a larger health system and the benefits it brings to our patients in Hays and Western Kansas.”

ENT Specialists who will be seeing patients include Douglas E. Barnes, MD, FACS, Michael D. Franklin, MD, FACS, Matthew D. Glynn, MD, Tyler C. Grindal, MD, Scot D. Hirschi, MD Robert V. Lane, MD and Jason A. Meyers, MD.  A full time advanced practice provider is also being recruited.

Services covered will include:  allergy and sinus disorders; dizziness and balance disorders; ear disease and hearing loss; ear tubes; head and neck cancers; snoring and sleep apnea; swallowing and voice disorders; tonsils and adenoid surgery and thyroid and parathyroid diseases.

For more information or to make an appointment call 785-650-2880 or go to haysmed.com/ent

 

Mar20
00

HaysMed Offers Dry Needling for Pain Management

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News,Orthopedic Institute News

Hays, Kansas (March 20, 2018)  HaysMed is excited to offer expanded services in its Rehabilitation Department and also expanded dry needling at the Orthopedic Institute.  Dry Needling, a form of therapy, is an additional tool available to qualifying patients who suffer from muscle pain.

Dry needling is a technique that providers use to treat myofascial pain and/or trigger points in muscles.  Trigger points are shortened bands of muscle fibers that can cause pain, limit strength and impede normal range of motion.  The benefits for patients are decreased muscular pain, decreased muscular tightness, improved range of motion, improved strength and improved functional use of a body part.

The dry needling uses a very thin, single use needle to relive the trigger points.  “Most patients feel little to no pain when the needle is inserted,” said Lindsey Dreiling, Physical Therapist at HaysMed. “But they may feel a muscle twitch or cramp as the trigger point is treated.”

Dreiling is certified Level 1 in dry needling which enables her to treat arms, including shoulders and upper trapezius, legs including hips/posterior pelvis and low back from L3-L5 and neck from C7-T1.  She also can treat the two trigger points at the base of the skull which help with headaches.

Dr. Wally Walstrom, who also performs dry needling, uses a hypodermic needle to break up the scar tissue and bring blood flow back to the damaged tissues.  This form of dry needling uses ultrasound to direct the visual guidance of the practitioner.  The needle makes small holes and slices in a tendon or scared muscle which increases blood circulation to the area.  It is the first step of the healing process that will ultimately repair/heal the degenerated tissue.  It is used to treat tendinopathy, tendon-related pain and chronic scaring in muscles.

“This process will ultimately repair/heal the degenerated tissue.” Said Walstrom.  “Many people with chronic pain due to scar tissue of the muscles or tendinopathy can benefit from ultrasound assisted dry needling.”

Dry needling is not acupuncture.  It focuses on intramuscular stimulation.  The only commonality is that both processes use the same type of needles.

Both Dreiling and Walstrom also perform “deep” needling.  This form of dry needling targets deep muscles, such as those that attach directly to the spine or pelvis and can’t be accessed with traditional physical therapy.

Insurance coverage of dry needling varies.  The costs of dry needling done with Dreiling in the HaysMed Outpatient Rehabilitation department are $35 per 15 minute treatment.  The frequency is a once per week treatment.  Dry needling treatments with Walstrom are done in the Orthopedic Institute due to the use of ultrasound and the costs vary depending on the number of sessions required.    Neither treatment option requires a physician’s referral.

To schedule an appointment with physical therapy or for more information call 785-623-5691.

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  • Astra Bank Establishes Endowment with HaysMed Foundation
    April 13, 2018
  • FREE KidsQuest Summer Program for Kids
    April 12, 2018
  • May 6 All American Breakfast Benefits HaysMed Hospice
    April 10, 2018
  • HaysMed Sports Medicine Announces Upcoming Athletic Testing Combine
    April 5, 2018
  • HaysMed Welcomes New Urologist
    April 5, 2018
  • HaysMed Launches Walk with a Doc Program in Hays
    April 3, 2018
  • Visitor Restrictions Lifted at HaysMed
    April 2, 2018
  • Member of the Month April 2018
    March 30, 2018
  • HaysMed Expands Services with Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Specialists
    March 21, 2018
  • HaysMed Offers Dry Needling for Pain Management
    March 20, 2018

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