Fall 2015 1300 Wesley Drive Memphis, TN 38116 • Phone: 901.516.3700 • www.methodisthealth.org

Dear Neighbors:

Every season brings a change and Methodist South is making many changes as we approach fall. We recently had a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the expansion and renovation of our Emergency Department. This expansion will greatly enhance the delivery of care that we provide to our patients and we look forward to a completion at the end of 2016. We look forward to the opening and greatly appreciate

your patience as we undergo construction.

This season also brings time for our Annual Fall Health Fair scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26, 8 a.m. – Noon. Bring your family for a fun-filled event, which includes a 5k Timed Run/Two-mile Health Walk, health screenings, music, prizes and activities for the kids.

We are also extremely excited to have a new Obstetrics/Gynecology physician, Dr. Jeshenna Watkins, who grew up in Whitehaven and is returning to start her own practice, the Women’s Health and Wellness Center, located in Suite 100 of our Medical Office Complex, 1251 Wesley Drive, 901-395-2630.

Additionally, Dr. Anthony Hollins, an Orthopedic surgeon, will also be practicing here and located in the Memphis Shoulder and Orthopedic Surgery practice, Professional Office Building, 1264 Wesley Drive, Suite 302, 901-260-2072. So please share this news about our new physicians with your friends, family and neighbors.

Also, stay on the lookout this fall for our upcoming free lunch and learn seminars which are held monthly on various health topics. The seminars feature physician speakers and include free cholesterol and blood pressure screenings with a light lunch, so check our website for updated information at www.methodisthealth.org.

Share some of your time with us this fall as we embark on many positive changes for our hospital. We look forward to seeing you at some of our events and we definitely want to be your hospital of choice if healthcare is needed by your family.

Sincerely,

James L. Robinson III, PsyD.

Be treated well

A Message to the Community from the Hospital CEO

connectionHEALTH & WELLNESS

Fall Health Fair Planned

Mark your calendar for our Annual Fall Health Fair, which is scheduled for 8 a.m. – Noon on Saturday, Sept. 26. The 5K Timed Run and Two-Mile Health Walk will get your heart pumping as the first activities of the day.

In addition to numerous health screenings, there will be over 40 healthcare and resource vendors, plus free games and activities for the kids. Free prizes will be given away by our live radio remote team.

There will also be a free, healthy lunch served and food demonstration prepared with samples by our community partners. We look forward to seeing you at this family-friendly event!

Be treated well

SERVING OUR PATIENTS AND COMMUNITY

Emergency Department Expansion Underway

Methodist South Hospital has the third busiest Emergency Department in Memphis, seeing over 60,000 patients a year. In order to better serve these patients, the department is about to undergo a major renovation and expansion.

The Tennessee Health Services and Development Agency recently granted Methodist South a certificate of need for an $8.75 million project to expand the department from 9,950 square feet to approximately 22,750 square feet.

This expansion will provide our patients and their family members with more comfortable waiting areas, spacious patient rooms and a more accommodating registration desk.

“These improvements will greatly enhance our aim to provide the best in patient- and family-centered care,” said James Robinson, CEO. “The renovations will also provide our Associates, physicians and staff with an updated area to provide quality care to our patients and families.”

The renovation is scheduled for completion in December 2016.

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15 Tips for Living Healthy With Diabetes

Whether diabetes affects you or someone in your family, the following tips can be healthy habits for you to live smarter.

1. Eat on a regular schedule. Your blood sugar is highest an hour or two after you eat, and then it starts to fall. You can help lessen the amount of change in blood sugar levels by eating at the same time each day or eating several small meals a day.

2. Make meals well-balanced. Plan meals that have a mix of fruits, vegetables, starches and proteins, and be mindful of portion sizes.

3. Read food labels. When grocery shopping, compare similar foods and choose ones with lower amounts of saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium.

4. Go for H2O. Choose water over juice and soda to stay better hydrated and sugar-free.

5. Exercise regularly. Exercise can help improve your body’s response to insulin and maintain control over your blood sugar levels.

6. Take care of your feet. Wash and inspect your feet daily, and seek help if a cut, blister, sore or bruise does not start to heal on its own.

7. Brush and floss your teeth. You may be more at risk of developing gum infections with diabetes. Brush and floss at least twice a day, and see your dentist at least once a year for a dental exam.

8. Don’t smoke. Smoking can increase your risk for diabetes complications, including heart attack and stroke.

9. Reduce stress. When you’re stressed, it can be tougher to exercise, eat right and test your blood sugar. Prolonged stress can also prevent insulin from working properly so find ways to relax and get plenty of sleep.

10. Identify your condition. Wear identification, such as a medical alert bracelet, that explains you have diabetes.

11. Travel smart. Carry diabetes supplies in your carry-on luggage, and take more medication and supplies than you will need in case of travel delays.

12. Know your numbers. Have your A1C, blood pressure and cholesterol tested as recommended by your doctor.

13. Have regular checkups. In addition to the diabetes checkups recommended by your doctor, be sure to schedule yearly physical and eye exams.

14. Stay up-to-date with immunizations. Because high blood sugar can weaken your immune system, it’s important to stay current on immunizations, such as an annual flu shot and a tetanus booster shot every 10 years.

15. Seek support if needed. Living with diabetes can be overwhelming at times. It may help to talk with a health professional or join a support group to share challenges and successes.

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Fall Health Fair Planned

Emergency Department Expansion Underway

15 Tips for Living Healthy With Diabetes

1300 Wesley Drive Memphis, TN 38116

Exercise Snacks: Keeping Workouts Short and Sweet

While you may not get six-pack abs in 30 seconds a day, short bursts of exercise spaced throughout the day may put you on the fast track to better health. Scientists are increasingly finding that using more condensed strenuous exercise sessions, sort of an “exercise snack,” multiple times in one day may be just as healthy as more traditional exercise.

Interval-style ExerciseFor instance, instead of taking a 30-minute walk, an exercise snack approach may have you alternate brisk and slow walking for 12 minutes, then repeat this twice more throughout the day. Any activity that rapidly increases your heart rate and leaves you panting can be used as an exercise snack, such as:

• Jumping rope intensely• Doing jumping jacks

• Swimming vigorously• Biking in bursts

Recent studies have examined how this sort of exercise can affect our health. One study in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that running for an average of as little as five minutes a day could significantly lower the risk of premature death. The researchers believe that it’s not running itself that is the key, but instead individuals partaking in moderately intense exercise on a regular basis — even if only for a few minutes a day.

Find Your PaceNo matter your approach, it is recommended that you get 75 minutes of vigorous exercise or 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week. If you’re interested in trying out the exercise snack approach to fitness, talk with your doctor at Methodist South Hospital. If you need a physician, visit www.methodisthealth.org and select Find a Doctor.