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Secondhand smoke affects more than your lungs If you misplaced your keys this morning, don’t be so quick to blame your age. In

addition to affecting your lungs, new research suggests that secondhand smoke may contribute to memory lapses, too. When comparing the memory func-tion of a group of smokers to two groups of nonsmokers, scientists found that smokers performed the worst on memory tests, forgetting 30 percent more than nonsmokers who weren’t exposed to secondhand smoke. Interestingly, one group of nonsmokers—people who had been regularly exposed to secondhand smoke for an average of more than four years—forgot almost 20 percent more in the memory tests than the nonsmokers who weren’t

exposed to secondhand smoke. Avoiding secondhand smoke can have numerous benefits because smoking

is also linked to other serious conditions, such as lung cancer. For some, memory loss may be unavoidable, but keeping your mind active may help strengthen your

memory. Change up your routine and challenge your mind with new situations. Exercise, such as walking, and games, such as puzzles, are a great way to work out your mind.

What’s the beef? A juicy, pan-fried steak can sure hit the spot. But that delicious piece of red meat may actually increase your risk of prostate cancer by up to 40 percent. A new study examined the data of nearly 2,000 men involved in a prostate cancer study and asked them questions about the types of meat and poul-try they ate, how they cooked it and how well done they liked their meat. The results showed that men who ate more than 1.5 servings of pan-fried meat per week increased their risk of advanced prostate cancer by 30 percent, and those who ate more than 2.5 servings per week increased the risk by 40 percent.

Researchers think that the increased risk results from cancer-causing chemicals that are formed when sugars and amino acids are cooked at higher temperatures for lon-ger periods of time. To lower your cancer risk, limit the amount of fat you consume from animal sources, and instead eat plenty of fruits and vegetables and foods such as whole grains and beans.

Healthbriefs Multivitamins may lessen cancer risk

Ever wonder if that multivitamin you take every morning is actually hav-ing a health benefit? Well, for men, it may lower the risk of cancer, accord-ing to a new study published in The Journal of the American Medical

Association. The study tracked more than 14,000 male doctors, all at least 50 years old, who were

randomly assigned to take either a multivitamin or a placebo each day. After about 11 years, researchers found an 8 percent reduction in total cancers among men who took the multivitamins. However, the study found no impact on rates of prostate cancer, the most common type of cancer among the men in the study.

While the connection between multivitamins and cancer risk is still unclear, scientists hypothesize that multivitamins may help because they mimic the content of fruits and veg-etables, which have been linked with cancer reduction. Multivitamins are beneficial in preventing vitamin and mineral deficiencies.

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70TOM 3Spring 2013 • www.TomballRegionalMedicalCenter.com

Tomball Regional Medical Center (TRMC)

and the Medical Complex Surgery Center,

an outpatient surgery center, have earned

The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval®

for accreditation by demonstrating compliance

with national standards for healthcare quality

and safety.

“In achieving Joint Commission accreditation,

we’ve demonstrated our commitment to maintain

excellence and continually improve the care we

provide,” says Bud Wethington, chief executive

officer of TRMC. “Joint Commission accreditation

provides us a framework

to take our organization

to the next level and

helps create a culture of

safety and excellence.”

TRMC underwent a

rigorous onsite survey in

December 2012. A team

of Joint Commission

expert surveyors

evaluated TRMC for compliance with standards

of care specific to the needs of patients, including

infection prevention and control, leadership and

medication management.

The Joint Commission’s standards address

important functions relating to patient care and

the management of hospitals and an ambulatory

care organization. The standards are developed in

consultation with healthcare experts, providers,

measurement experts and patients.

A letter from our Ceo

Dear frienDS, The past year at Tomball

Regional Medical Center (TRMC)

has been a dynamic time of

change and growth, and we

remain committed to providing quality healthcare while

making a difference in people’s lives.

We have spent more than $12 million in the last

15 months on capital improvements that include

all-new patient beds and IV pumps, new flooring,

expansion of the Sleep Disorder Center and the

addition of the da Vinci® Surgical System.

We also recently earned The Joint Commission’s

Gold Seal of Approval® for accreditation by

demonstrating compliance with The Joint

Commission’s national standards for healthcare quality

and safety for both TRMC and the Medical Complex

Surgery Center, an outpatient surgery center.

In achieving Joint Commission accreditation,

we’ve demonstrated our commitment to maintain

excellence and continually improve the care we

provide. I am extremely proud of our accomplish-

ments, and I look forward to more safety and quality

accolades in 2013 and beyond.

We’re constantly striving to enhance the

services we provide. This year, we’re excited to start

expanding our emergency room and operating suites.

It’s our goal to create great places for employees

to work, doctors to practice and patients to receive

care. We know that you have a choice for your

healthcare, and I thank you for choosing TRMC.

Yours in health,

Bud WethingtonChief Executive OfficerTomball Regional Medical Center

bud WeThingTonChief Executive officer

Tops in care!TRMC earns the Gold Seal of Approval

4 Spring 2013

bring your heart rate down gradually.

Do use proper form to reduce your risk

of overuse injuries like tendinitis and

stress fractures.

Do use appropriate safety gear. Depending on the sport, this may mean

knee or wrist pads or a helmet. Make

sure your equipment is the correct size,

fits well and is in good repair.

Do accept your body’s limits. You may

not be able to perform at the same level

you did 10 or 20 years ago. Modify activ-

ities as necessary.

Don’t increase your exercise level too quickly. Build up gradually, especially if

you’ve been inactive.

Do cross-train. Not only does striving

for a total body workout of cardiovas-

cular, strength training and flexibility

exercises promote overall fitness, it also

reduces injury risk.

Do stay hydrated. Drink water before,

during and after your workout—aim for

about a cup of fluid every 20 minutes

while exercising.

While physical activity is key to

overall health, doing too much too

quickly—or without proper train-

ing or equipment—can take a toll on your

health in the form of an injury. But fear

not: You can help prevent sports injuries

by taking a few simple precautions.

Gain without painMiddle-aged athletes are particularly vul-

nerable to injury. Why? With age comes a

loss of agility and resilience, especially if

it’s been a while since you’ve been active.

While you can certainly gain strength,

flexibility and balance through exercise,

slow and steady is the name of the game.

To help prevent injury, follow these do’s

and don’ts:

Don’t try to pack a week’s worth of activity into a weekend. Aim to maintain

a moderate level of activity throughout

the week.

Do warm up before exercise, even

before less vigorous activities like golf.

Cool down after vigorous activities to

The game plan: avoid sports injuries

Injury symptoms Never try to “play through” pain. Exercising after an injury may worsen the injury. Sports injuries can be clas-sified into two types: acute and chronic. Acute injuries, such as sprained ankles or fractures, occur suddenly. Symptoms may include: a bone or joint that’s visibly out of place

extreme leg or arm weakness

inability to move a joint or place weight on a leg, knee, ankle or foot

sudden, severe pain tenderness or swelling

Chronic injuries, such as tendinitis or stress frac-tures, occur over time due to repeated use or overuse. Symptoms may include: a dull ache at rest pain when you play or exercise

swelling

Worried about an injury?

Call your doctor if you experience any of the

symptoms listed above.

HealthWise QUIZHow much do you know about allergies and asthma?

Take ThIs QUIZ To fInd oUT.

Answers: 1. c, 2. b, 3. d, 4. a, 5. c

1 All of the following are common allergens except:

a. pollen b. dust c. wood d. food

2 Anaphylaxis is:a. an allergy to latex

b. a serious, life-threatening allergic reaction

c. a type of asthma d. a minor allergic reaction that

doesn’t require treatment

3 Which of the following is a type of asthma?

a. exercise-induced asthma b. allergic asthma c. occupational asthma d. all of the above

4 Symptoms of an asthma attack may include:

a. wheezing, shortness of breath and chest pain or tightness

b. sudden numbness, especially on one side of the body

c. memory loss and difficulty learning new information

d. a bright red rash that covers most of the body

5 Asthma medications may include: a. inhaled corticosteroids

(“control” medicine) b. short-acting beta-agonists

(“rescue” medicine) c. both a and b d. none of the above

If you’ve ever felt your heart

pounding in your throat dur-

ing a tough workout, you

know what heart palpitations feel

like. In fact, most of us have felt

heart palpitations at one time or

another—the heart flutters, pounds,

races or seems to skip a beat. While

episodes of irregular heartbeat are

common and often harmless, they

can sometimes signal a more serious

condition.

Heart palpitations can have

a variety of everyday causes,

including:

• asthma, cold and cough medica-

tions that contain stimulants

• caffeine

• fever

• hormone changes during menstru-

ation, pregnancy or menopause

• nicotine

• strenuous exercise

• stress or anxiety

Sometimes heart palpitations

are a symptom of another condition,

such as hyperthyroidism, an overac-

tive thyroid gland, or arrhythmia, an

abnormal heart rhythm.

The beat goes onIf your doctor determines that your

palpitations result from another

medical issue, treatment will focus

on managing the underlying condi-

tion. If your doctor has ruled out

other conditions, the best way to

prevent heart palpitations is to avoid

your triggers. Try these strategies:

Avoid stimulants. Limit caffeine

intake, avoid nicotine and talk with

your doctor before taking any

over-the-counter medicine or

supplements. Your doctor may

suggest changing your current

medication if a drug you take

regularly is found to be the source

of the palpitations.

Reduce stress and anxiety. Try

exercising more, talking with a

friend or practicing relaxation

techniques like meditation or

breathing exercises.

Don’t smoke. If you currently

smoke, talk with your doctor about

getting help to quit.

Heart palpitations: causes and treatments

When do I need a doctor?If you’ve never experienced palpitations before, see your doctor to put your mind at ease. If your palpitations are infrequent and last only a few seconds, evaluation usually isn’t necessary. If you have a history of heart disease or have frequent palpitations, talk to your doctor. Call your doctor right away if you have: more than six extra heart-beats per minute or they come in groups of three or more

risk factors for heart disease, such as high cholesterol, diabetes or high blood pressure

new or different heart palpitations

a pulse more than 100 beats per minute at rest

Seek emergency medical help if heart palpitations are accompanied by: chest discomfort or pain fainting or severe dizziness severe shortness of breath

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When Nicole Brown needed a total

hysterectomy, she turned to Donald

Eckhardt, M.D., a board-certified

Ob/Gyn at Tomball Regional Medical

Center (TRMC), who proposed a mini-

mally invasive surgery using the da Vinci®

Surgical System. According to Dr. Eckhardt,

Nicole would have needed an open, abdom-

inal hysterectomy without the robot.

After researching and talking with

Dr. Eckhardt, Nicole decided to undergo

the minimally invasive robotic-assisted

surgery. The da Vinci system saved about

three to six weeks of recovery and two

nights in the hospital. “I feel better and

have more energy after my surgery,” she

declares.

Changing the surgical experienceTRMC is putting advanced surgical

technology into the hands of surgeons on

the medical staff with the addition of the

da Vinci Surgical System. This equipment

combines the surgeon’s skill with the

precision and clarity of robotic technology,

allowing for minimally invasive procedures.

Minimally invasive surgery has

revolutionized many surgical procedures

that formerly involved significant

downtime and recovery. It’s become

popular for doctors and patients alike

because it potentially offers less pain

and scarring, shorter hospital stays and

fewer complications—all of which can get

patients back on their feet and back to the

things they enjoy more quickly.

In an operating room, robot-assisted

surgery significantly improves a surgeon’s

ability to see and work in confined

spaces without disturbing tissue and

muscle, which can occur with traditional

surgery.

Robotic revolutionda Vinci robotic surgery offers many patient benefits

explore moreFor more information

about robotic technology, visit www.Tomball

Regionalmedical center.com and

choose “Services,” then “robotic

Surgery.” For a doctor referral, call (281) 401-7777.

Our teamBoard-certified members of the medical staff who offer minimally invasive surgery with the da Vinci Surgical System at Tomball Regional Medical Center:

KhaWaja azimuddin, m.d. colon and Rectal

Surgery

gRegoRy eadS, M.d. gynecology

donald ecKhaRdT, m.d.

obstetrics/ gynecology

maRie SohneR, M.d.

obstetrics/gynecology

STeven Sukin, M.d.

urology

PaTRicK zielie, m.d.

urology

Minimally invasive surgery with the

da Vinci robot meant a faster recovery for

Nicole Brown.

nicole bRoWnPatient

iyabode a. ogunlade, m.d.

obstetrics/ gynecology

Drs. Azimuddin, Eads, Ogunlade, Sohner, Sukin and Zielie are independent members of the medical staff at Tomball Regional Medical Center.

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About Dr. Moyhuddin Tayyab Moyhuddin, M.D.,

is board certified in internal medicine, cardiology, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology and interventional cardiology. he completed his residency at Case Western reserve university in Cleveland, ohio, and his fellowship at the university of texas in houston.

After suffering multiple strokes,

retired engineering project

manager Keith Wilkinson learned

that his atrial septal defect—a condi-

tion that separates the top two chambers

of the heart—had actually caused his

strokes. He thought he would need open-

heart surgery with weeks of recovery.

However, Keith’s complex procedure was

done in the cardiac catheterization lab,

and he was discharged from the hospital

the next day.

Tayyab Moyhuddin, M.D., a

cardiologist on the medical staff at

Tomball Regional Medical Center, used a

transcatheter approach to close the hole in

Keith’s heart. In this procedure, a catheter

is guided by the doctor to the heart’s

septum, where it releases a device to plug

the hole between the separated chambers.

Keith was amazed at how far tech-

nology has come for treating heart defects

like his—and he’s glad it was done in

Tomball. “Everybody was nice, and I’d

much rather go there than to downtown

Houston,” he says.

“I’m thrilled to help patients like

Keith,” says Dr. Moyhuddin. “It’s exciting

to offer innovative procedures here.”

His heart now healed, Keith plans to

get back onto his black BMW motorcycle

and ride with his daughter on their new

auto motos—once he’s cleared by his

primary care doctor, of course.

Treating a hole in the heartTRMC is the only hospital in northwest Harris County to use a transcatheter approach

We can help your heartFor a referral to a

doctor who can help with your heart health, call (281) 401-7777.

What is an ASD?Many children are born with a hole in their hearts, called an atrial septal defect (ASD). It’s an actual hole in the wall that separates the top two chambers of the heart. the hole might be as small as a pencil point or as large as the entire septum.

having a smaller hole may not cause any symptoms or problems. however, if the hole is large, the heart and lungs work harder and can gradually cause damage to the lung arteries.

If the defect doesn’t close on its own, your doctor may recommend treatment that typically involves open-heart surgery or the transcatheter delivery of a permanent implant.

❝ i'm thrilled to help patients like Keith.

it's exciting to offer innovative

procedures here. ❞–TayyaB MoyhuDDin, M.D.

Treating the hole in his heart will help Keith Wilkinson get back to his family and favorite activities.

Your best weapon in the fight against disease? Early detection.

Generally, the earlier a condition is caught, the more effective

the treatment and the more likely you’ll be to ward off any

complications.

Numerous medical organizations have developed screening

recommendations, and opinions vary on the timing and frequency

of these screenings. Because of your personal or family medical

history, your doctor may recommend a different schedule than the

one below. As always, talk with your doctor about the screening

schedule that’s right for you.

Women: screenings for you

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Test What it does When to get it Recommendations from …Blood pressure screening

Measures the force of blood against artery walls

Age 18+, at least every 2 years Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure

Bone mineral density test

Screens for osteoporosis (weak, brittle bones)

Age 65+, at least once National Osteoporosis Foundation

Clinical breast exam Physical exam for breast lumps or irregularities

Age 20–39, every 3 years Age 40+, yearly

American Cancer Society

Colon cancer screening

Tests for colon cancer Beginning at age 50, women should follow one of two schedules:

1 Tests that find polyps and cancer: flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years, colonoscopy every 10 years, double-contrast barium enema every 5 years or CT colonography (virtual colonoscopy) every 5 years

2 Tests that mainly detect cancer: fecal occult blood test every year or fecal immunochemical test every year

American Cancer Society

Diabetes screening Tests for high blood sugar

Age 45+, every 3 years American Diabetes Association

Eye exam Tests vision and eye health

Age 18–60, every 2 years Age 61+, yearly

American Optometric Association

Fasting lipoprotein profile

Tests cholesterol levels, a measure of heart health

Age 20+, every 5 years National Cholesterol Education Program Expert Panel

Mammogram Tests for breast cancer Age 40+, yearly American Cancer Society

Pap test Tests for cervical cancer Age 21–29, every 3 years Age 30–65, Pap test plus HPV test every 5 years

American Cancer Society

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The need for vaccines doesn’t end

when you reach adulthood. In fact,

the need for immunization—in

some cases, re-immunization—lasts a

lifetime. Not only does immunity fade

over time, but newer vaccines, such as

for chickenpox, may not have existed

when you were a child.

If you’re 19–26 years old …In addition to your annual flu shot, you’ll

need the following vaccines:

Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis: One

dose of the Tdap vaccine followed by a

Td booster every 10 years

Chickenpox: Two doses if you never had

chickenpox

HPV: Three doses for women ages 19–26;

three doses for men ages 19–21 (men ages

22–26 with certain risk factors may also

get this vaccine; talk with your doctor to

see if you’re at higher risk)

Measles, mumps and rubella: One or

two doses

If you’re 27–59 years old …In addition to your annual flu shot,

Vaccines: not just for kidsyou’ll need the following vaccines:

Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis: One dose of the Tdap vaccine

followed by a Td booster every

10 years

Chickenpox: Two doses if you never

had chickenpox

Measles, mumps and rubella: One or

two doses (if you’re over age 55, talk

with your doctor to see if you need

the vaccine)

If you’re 60 or older …In addition to your annual flu shot, you’ll

need the following vaccines:

Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis: One

dose of the Tdap vaccine followed by a

Td booster every 10 years

Chickenpox: Two doses if you never had

chickenpox

Shingles: One dose

Measles, mumps and rubella: Adults

older than 60 with certain risk factors

may also get this vaccine; talk with your

doctor to see if you’re at higher risk

Pneumonia: One dose if you’re

age 65 or older

speak with your doctor

Make an appointment with your doctor to

discuss whether you’re up to date on your

immunizations.

Other vaccinesDepending on your medical history and risk factors you may also need the: pneumonia vaccine meningitis vaccine hepatitis A or B vaccine

Talk with your doctor about the vaccine schedule that’s right for you.

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With more than 20 years of experi-

ence, the dedicated staff at the Texas

Sports Medicine Center’s Sports

Advantage program provides athletes with

effective ways to improve muscular imbal-

ances, reduce overuse injuries, develop

maximum power and speed and enhance

performance. The program has built a long-

standing reputation among Major League

baseball players and sports agents across

the country for building proper strength

and conditioning for athletes.

Top-level care for professionals … For 17 weeks in the off-season, more than

50 professional baseball players call the

Texas Sports Medicine Center home for

strength, conditioning, physical therapy

and performance, and speed training. By

using video analysis software, trainers

and athletes understand the relationship

between muscular strength and pitching

and hitting mechanics. The program is

designed to begin with the end in mind

and helps professional baseball players

prepare for spring training.

… and future prosBuilding off the professional training

program, Sports Advantage offers a

summer college and high school baseball

program that prepares athletes to get the

most out of their bodies. The primary

focuses are to help athletes increase

strength and speed, perfect balance and

stability and reduce potential injuries

common among adolescent players.

Peak performanceSports Advantage at the Texas Sports Medicine Center helps athletes of all levels

Master Golf Program availablethe texas Sports Medicine Center also offers a golf pro-

gram for adult golfers. using research collected from the titleist Performance Institute and with the help of local professional golfers, the center brings rotational strength, proper swing training and high-speed video analysis to the adult golfer looking to improve distance and accuracy. Call (281) 351-6300 for more information.

High school and college training programsthe texas Sports Medicine Center’s Sports Advantage program offers the following programs for high school and college athletes:

Summer programs high school boys’ baseball—begins June 10 for 5 weeks (two 5-week sessions available)

high school girls’ softball—begins June 10 for 5 weeks (two 5-week sessions available)

College boys’ baseball—begins May 29 for 12 weeks

high school “all sports” training—evening summer sessions available

Fall programs high school baseball—begins in September for 3–4 weeks

Visit www.TomballRegional MedicalCenter.com and choose “texas Sports Medicine Center,” or call (281) 351-6300 for more information and training prices.

through sports science and medical research,

athletes build flexibility, stability, strength,

speed and biomechanical efficiency through the

Sports Advantage training program.

"Because of the staff at TRMC, my Major League

career has been a success. Their commitment to

training technique and wellness is unparalleled."

—Kip Wells, San Diego Padres

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In addition to providing the

skeletal structure for your body

that allows you to walk, run or

do virtually any other activity you enjoy,

your bones help protect your organs,

anchor muscles and store calcium.

That’s why it’s important to maintain

bone health throughout your life.

Bone basicsYour bones continually rebuild. In fact,

your skeleton completely regenerates

itself about every 10 years, replacing old

pieces of bone with new bone. Over time,

your bones can be weakened as a result

of genetic factors, poor nutrition, physical

inactivity and hormonal loss. While you

can’t control all of these factors, you can

take steps to improve your bone health at

any age.

Understand your risk. Talk with your

doctor about bone metabolism and bone

density testing, which can provide infor-

mation about your fracture risk.

Get moving. Weight-bearing activities,

such as walking, help build strong bones.

Aim for 30 minutes of daily activity.

Maintain a healthy weight. If you’re

underweight, you may have a higher

risk of bone loss. Conversely, being

overweight increases the risk of falling.

Eat foods rich in calcium and vitamin D. See “Eating for bone health” below.

Don’t smoke. Smoking can reduce bone

mass and increase your fracture risk.

Limit alcohol. Heavy alcohol use

reduces bone mass and increases your

fracture risk.

Talk with your doctor about bone- boosting medications. Medications

are available that slow bone loss and

increase bone strength.

bone health for all ages

Eating for bone healthGood nutrition gives your body the nutrients it needs to rebuild new bone. Make sure your diet includes these nutritional building blocks for strong, healthy bones: Calcium: Adults ages 19–50 should aim for 1,000 mg daily; adults older than age 50 should increase their intake to 1,200 mg a day. Good sources of calcium include dairy products like milk and cheese, green vegetables like broccoli, nuts and calcium-fortified foods.

Vitamin D: This vitamin helps the body absorb calcium. Your body creates vitamin D through sun exposure—10 minutes of sun a day is often all you need. Dietary sources of vitamin D include fish like herring, sardines, salmon or tuna; liver; eggs; and fortified foods.

Other vitamins and minerals: Phosphorus, zinc and magnesium, along with vitamins K and A, help in bone formation and normal bone metabolism.

Over time, your bones can be

weakened as a result of genetic factors,

poor nutrition, physical inactivity and

hormonal loss.

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If you’re 50 or better, you owe it to your-

self to take advantage of Senior Circle’s

fun events, activities, discounts and

more—and you can join for just $15 a year!

Senior Circle is offered exclusively in

Houston by Tomball Regional Medical Center

(TRMC). Each month, members receive a local

newsletter and a full calendar of events.

Something for everyone“The goal of the Senior Circle program is

to promote health and wellness for our 50-

and-better community members, while also

serving as an outlet where they can participate

in activities and share common interests,” says

Bud Wethington, Chief Executive Officer of

TRMC. “Our members have access to health

seminars, local and national discounts, social

events, exercise programs, travel opportunities

and hospital benefits.”

Join the fun!Senior Circle offers health events, activities and more

Don’t wait—join today!For more information about Senior Circle or to start your membership, call (281) 401-7587 or visit www.

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