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Do you know which cooking oils are healthy?

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Mark Batty Intro/New CT Scanner

Patient Stories

Healthy Cooking Oils

New Personnel/M-O-I

Foundation News

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HealthNotesFALL 2012

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RCH Welcomes Mark Batty as CEO!

Rochelle Community Hospital (RCH) recently named Mark J. Batty as its new Chief

Executive Officer. The former Vice President of Operations and Human Resources at

Illinois Valley Community Hospital in Peru, IL, Mark is currently completing his master’s

degree in Health Administration from Illinois State University. Area residents had the

opportunity to meet Mark and his wife, Becky, at a Community Open House on May

19. Mark’s enthusiasm has already helped to achieve great things for the hospital and

community, and we look forward to sharing more in the coming months. Keep checking

www.rochellehospital.com for the latest news!

RCH Acquires Aquilion 160-Slice CT Scanner!

Rochelle Community Hospital is proud to announce the

addition of a new state-of-the-art Toshiba Aquilion™ Prime

CT scanner to its Diagnostic Imaging department! The new

160-slice scanner is currently the second of its kind in the

United States (the first is located in Las Vegas, Nevada) and

can deliver the highest quality 3-D images of soft tissues

with the lowest dose of radiation available today. This unique

technology allows many examinations to be performed in

seconds, enabling physicians to make faster, more accurate

diagnoses. The Aquilion Prime also includes patient-friendly

features to make the exam more comfortable, with the

largest opening currently available on a high-end CT system.

For more information, check www.rochellehospital.com or

www.medical.toshiba.com.

“I see great opportunity to enhance the hospital’s tradition of providing

excellent care to every patient, every day.”

Major News

Only one of its kind currently available in Illinois!

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-Mark Batty

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“I see great opportunity to enhance the hospital’s tradition of providing

excellent care to every patient, every day.”

Patient Stories

Positive Experiences at RCH

Having a local healthcare facility is a benefit… we all know that. But we’ve decided

to take it a step further and show you exactly how Rochelle Community Hospital is

making an impact in our community. We’re promoting stories about real people, right

here in Rochelle… living PROOF that RCH is making a difference! And – we want

to hear your stories too! Go to www.rochellehospital.com/proof and tell us how RCH

has impacted your life and receive a FREE t-shirt!

I’M ACTIVE“I’m active after having my right knee replaced because of

skilled orthopedic surgeons at RCH. The Signature™ Biomet

Knee I received is state of the art; plus, they provided excellent

care – from admission to rehab. Twenty-four hours after surgery,

I was walking. Three days after, I was admitted to a ‘swing bed’

and received twice-a-day therapy and supportive care that

helped me get ahead. A week later, I went home … without

crutches or pain! RCH definitely made a difference in my mobility.

Soon, I may be playing tennis even better than before!”

– Dr. John Prabhakar, Rochelle

I’M ALIVE “I’m alive after my heart attack because of the prompt,

compassionate care I received at RCH. Seconds count…

and they made the most of them by giving me the clot-busting

drug and communicating with the cardiologist in Rockford

every step of the way. Not many people can say they had 99%

blockage in their artery and walk away with no heart damage

at all… but I can. Dr. Berg and the Emergency Department

staff at RCH definitely saved my life.” – Ray Reineck, Rochelle

Read more of their stories at www.rochellehospital.com/proof!

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Lifestyle

HEALTHY COOKING OILSConfused about which oils are heart healthy and which aren’t? If so, you’re not

alone. Heart-healthy fats are derived primarily from plant oils, but – like fats – all oils

are not created equal. A single oil cannot be used for all your cooking needs. Due to

their chemical makeup, some are better suited for lower-heat cooking than others.

This is because heating oil above its “smoke point” – the temperature at which the

oil begins to smoke – produces toxic fumes and harmful free radicals (the stuff we’re

trying to prevent in the first place). A good rule of thumb: The more refined the oil,

the higher its smoke point.

Debbie Clark, Food & Nutrition Manager

• For searing, grilling and deep frying, oils that are best include almond, avocado

and sunflower. Almond oil is the highest in heart-healthy fats. Try drizzling it on

salads for extra flavor.

• For baking and stir frying, canola oil is a good choice.

• For light cooking such as sautéing, the best oils include extra virgin olive, corn,

walnut or pumpkin seed.

• No-heat oils include flaxseed and wheat germ. These work well for marinades,

salad dressing and dips. Flaxseed oil is one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty

acids; it carries heart-healthy properties, is colon-friendly, and promotes good

skin. It will spoil quickly, so keep it refrigerated. Wheat germ oil contains an

abundance of omega-6 fatty acids. As with flaxseed oil, you must refrigerate

wheat germ oil.

A variety of healthy cooking oils can give your meals great flavor. Just remember: A

little oil goes a long way. For additional information on healthy cooking oils, visit the

American Heart Association at www.heart.org.

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Check the NEW “For Your Health” section at rochellehospital.com for some great recipes and additional resources for healthy living!

Fall 2012

Support GroupsConference Rooms are located on the lower level.

Alcoholics Anonymous - Private Dining Room

Every Sunday, 7:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m.

Every Wednesday, 1:30 p.m.

Diabetic Support Group - Auxiliary RoomThird Monday of the Month, 7:00 p.m.October 15 & November 19Connect with others who may be going through similar situations. Excellent forum for discussing problems, sharing solutions and encouraging other diabetics. Caregivers are welcome. Includes monthly newsletter. For more information, call 815-562-2181, ext. 1225.

“Compassionate Healing”Grief Support - Private Dining RoomThird Tuesday of the Month, 6:00-7:30 p.m.October 16 & November 20Providing individuals with the tools in coping with life at this difficult time in a setting of group sharing. Members will be able to understand the seven stages of grief, and they will allow each person the ability to share ways in which they are personally dealing with their loss. For more information, call 815-562-2181, ext. 2684.

Group Hope - Private Dining RoomEvery Monday, 6:30 p.m.Provides support with depression and bi-polar disorder. Affiliated with the Rock River Valley Mental Health Association. Contact Dr. Charles Smith at 815-398-9628.

In the CommunityBlood Pressure Check - at the Hub City Senior Center, provided by the Cardiac Rehab staffFourth Tuesday of the Month, 10:00-11:00 a.m.October 23 & November 27

Get Your Pink On Party! Kicking OffBreast Cancer Awareness Month -Rochelle Community Hospital and Xpressions Salon are teaming up to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Stop by Xpressions on Monday, October 1st from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Pink feather hair extensions will be offered for $15 which includes a raffle ticket to win some great prizes. Light hors d’oeuvres will be served. No appointment is needed, just walk in. The hair extensions will be available throughout October. RCH Mammogram Technologists will be present to answer your questions. All proceeds go to the RCH Foundation and will be delegated to the Diagnostic Imaging department. Questions? Please call Katie at 815-561-3102 or Xpressions at 815-561-9096. Bring your mother, your sister, your friends!

Lincoln Manor Senior Housing/LSSI6th Annual Health Fair & Senior ExpoFirst Presbyterian Church, 1100 Calvin Road, RochelleThursday, October 4, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Stop by our table!

“Volley for a Cure Night” - RTHS vs. Yorkville Thursday, October 4, Breast Cancer Awareness

RCH Auxiliary Holiday Bazaar, Bake Sale & Health Screening - First Presbyterian Church, 1100 Calvin Road, RochelleFriday, October 19, 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.Unique items and specials available only at the bazaar!Coffee Hour: 7:00-9:00 a.m.Free Health Screening: 7:00 a.m.-12:00 noon, includes blood pressure check, lab drawing for a Hemoglobin A1C (blood sugar average) and PSA (prostate screen for men). No fasting required. Lunch available for purchase from Presbyterian women from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Diabetes Awareness Fair - First Presbyterian Church, 1100 Calvin Road, RochelleThursday, November 8, Business Vendors with lots of information and free screenings from 3:30-5:30 p.m. including foot screening, lab draw for a Hemoglobin A1C (blood sugar average) and blood pressure check. At approximately 5:30 p.m., a panel including diabetics of various ages and their caregivers will answer questions followed by a live cooking demonstration with recipes. Prize drawings!

Support Groups

Educational ClassesThese classes are held in the RCHTraining Room (lower level).

Community Heartsaver CPR &First Aid ClassThis class meets on Saturday, 8:00 a.m-noonCost: $45, includes book and card (American HeartAssociation curriculum)October 27, 2012

Community Heartsaver CPR & AED ClassAll classes are on Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00 p.m.Cost: $40, includes book and card (American HeartAssociation curriculum)October 17, 2012November 21, 2012

Safe Sitter ClassNext Class: Wednesday, January 2, 2013Time: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.Cost: $35, includes materialsPlease call our Community Events Coordinator at815-562-2181, ext. 1226, or e-mail eanaya@rcha.netto register.

Young children are not always able to communicatetheir needs and protect themselves. That’s whybabysitters must be able to handle whateversituation arises and react appropriately.These classes teach boys and girls, ages 11-14,how to handle emergencies when caring for youngerchildren.SAFE SITTERS will learn: · What to do if a child stops breathing· How to call for emergency assistance· How to perform basic child care skills (diapering, feeding, etc.)· How to entertain children and keep them safe· How to manage the “business of babysitting”

Classes for HealthcareProvidersThese classes are held in the RCH Training Room (lower level).

Please contact our Education Departmentat jlodico@rcha.net or call 815-562-2181,ext. 2581, to register or for more informationregarding these classes.American Heart Association curriculum is used for allcourses.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Two daysDay One: 8:00 - 5:00 p.m., Day Two: 8:00 -11:00 a.m.(Renewals may test out first day.) All classes are on Thursdays and Fridays.Cost: $150, includes book and cardNovember 15 & 16, 2012

Healthcare Provider CPR ClassCost: $45, includes book and cardTuesday, October 23, 2012, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 noonWednesday, November 28, 2012, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 noon

Neonatal Resuscitation ProgramCost: $150, includes book and cardWednesday, October 17, 2012, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) -Two daysDay One: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Day Two: 8:00-11:00 a.m.(Renewals may test out first day.)All classes are on Thursdays and Fridays.Cost: $150, includes book and cardDecember 13 & 14, 2012

www.rochellehospital.com

Personnel

WE’RE PROUD TO WELCOME...

Our New Chief Financial OfficerLori Gutierrez, our former Financial Services Manager, was recently promoted to

Chief Financial Officer. She has been with RCH for a little over two years. A graduate

of Northern Illinois University, she holds a bachelor’s and a master’s in Accounting

and is a licensed Certified Public Accountant.

Our New Chief Nursing OfficerJennifer Montgomery, our former Emergency Services Manager, was recently promoted

to Chief Nursing Officer. Jen has been with RCH for over 10 years. She holds a bachelor’s

in Nursing and a master’s in Healthcare Administration. Jen is also currently working

on her MBA.

Orthopaedic Services Now Available in Rochelle Five Days a Week in Our Multi-Specialty Center!

Rochelle Community Hospital has entered into a collaborative agreement with one of the best

orthopaedic practices in Illinois – Midwest Orthopaedic Institute (M-O-I). From providing expert

advice on broken bones and fractures to performing highly specialized surgical procedures

such as joint replacement and arthroscopy, the M-O-I specialists will help minimize pain

and maximize results so people in our community can enjoy fuller, richer lives without

having to travel far from home. Call 815-561-7100 for an appointment or learn more about

the specialists at rochellehospital.com/ortho!

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Foundation News

Overall winners were Dan Palmer, 35, of Roscoe with a time of 18:47, and Trese McNinch, 30, of Amboy with a time of 21:11. An awards ceremony followed the race. For more details and a listing of overall race results, check rochellehospital.com!

The Rochelle Community Hospital Foundation’s 5K Walk/Run

(“Hospital Hustle”) was held June 2 at Atwood Park. Of the 228

registered, 214 participants took part in the 5K. Over $7,000

was raised and went toward the new state-of-the-art Toshiba

160-slice CT scanner.

RAISES OVER $7,000

Our 12th Annual RCH Foundation Golf Outing was

held August 6, 2012 at Rochelle Golf and Steakhouse.

There were 136 golfers who attended this great day

for golf! Even better, a total of $29,500 was raised

toward the purchase of the new 160-slice CT Scanner

for our Diagnostic Imaging Department. Thanks to all

those who participated!

Annual Golf Outing Raises $29,500!

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Donor Thanks Diamond: $1,001 or GreaterAnytime Fitness RochelleMary J. Acardo~In loving Memory of John PolancicDel Monte FoodsRobert & Carol ElliottFirst National Bank Of RochelleMr. & Mrs. Robert JohnsWillard L. Klewin & Kenneth KlewinCorda McNeillyMr. & Mrs. William MesserMick & Mary Beth MetzgerTom & Amy MetzgerRochelle Rotary ClubOSF Saint Anthony Medical CenterThe Pension Specialists, Ltd.Marion White TrustXpressions Salon Ruby: $501 -$1,000Brian Thomas PhotographyCamelot RadiologyCulver’s of RochelleIntegrated HomeCare Services, Inc.Maplehurst FarmsMedical Outsourcing Solutions Inc.Midwestern University, Mr. & Mrs. Gordon DockertyNEBO Systems-Passport HealthQuery Insurance AgencyMr. Joel RadakovitzRochelle Community HospitalRockford Anesthesiologists Associated, LLCSwedishAmerican Health SystemWilliams-Manny, Inc. Emerald: $101-$500Allied Business Accounts, Inc.AmerinetAnderson Plumbing & Heating, Inc.Mr. & Mrs. Robert AubryDave & Marilyn BalchBEE DesignsBlue Cross Blue ShieldBSA Life StructureGeorge & Karen BurkhartMr. & Mrs. Brad BurzynskiMr. & Mrs. Steve ButzMr. Lonnie CapesCasey’s General StoreCastle BankCitizens For Johnson City Of RochelleClifton Gunderson, LLP. & Ward, Murray, Pace, & Johnson, P.C.Comfort Inn & SuitesDr. Juanito & Elaine DelfinadoMr. Dave Diamond Fearer, Nye, & Chadwick Robert & Sue FelkerMr. & Mrs. Sam Graber Guest Legal, P.C.H-O-H Water TechnologyHolcomb State BankKathleen M. Hollonbeck Holmstrom & KennedyHub Printing, Inc.Marlin Jordal & Kathleen KnutsonJoe’s Hub Lounge; The Gridley Family

Large Car Rebuilders, Inc.LaSalle SolutionsLincoln State BankJanet LodicoLong View Consulting, LLC. David AdcockMr. & Mrs. Jim MayMcDaniels HealthCare MarketingMeditechMidwest Orthopaedic InstituteMoore’s Hardware & RentalMr. & Mrs. Richard MortensenWayne & Wynetta MyrothNippon Sharyo Manufacturing, LLCOgle County LifeOSF Equipment Technology ServicesOSF Saint Francis, Inc.Kalpesh G. Patel & Trupti PatelEugene L. & Helen L. PeckBruce & Susan PetersonPetro Travel PlazaJose & Judy RamosReinhart LawRochelle Disposal ServiceRochelle Municipal UtilitiesRochelle News-LeaderRochelle Park DistrictRochelle Printing CompanyRockford Carpetland USA, Inc.Rockford Health SystemRockford Mercantile AgencyRock Valley Credit UnionRyder Systems, IncThe Samuels Group Inc.SBM Business Equipment CenterDavid & Marsha SchuetzSE/Cody ArchitectsSenator Christine J. Johnson 35th DistrictState Farm Insurance, Shane HuberStillman BankSullivan FoodsTechnicut Custom EngravingTee Jay Services Automatic DoorsDr. & Mrs. Surjit ThiaraMr. & Mrs. Brent TracyUIC Department of Emergency Medicine PhysiciansWalmart of RochelleWalter Wayne Development, LLC.Zip’s Autobody Sapphire: $1.00-$100Madrene Adams Angie AgnosCheryl Allison Nic & Emily AnayaAvid HurleyBlayne G. & Peggy BakkenBarbara L. BarkeiFred & Barbara BarthaJan Binz-MadsenLarry & Lorna BlumeyerJohn & Brianne BradleyNancy BrownShirley Brown-In Memory of Carl J. BrownLaura BungerKathy CarlineDr. Dean & Linda CaterCassie CecilBetsy ChandlerLisa CharboneauZack ChosnykPatti CiganekMarlin & Catherine ClutsBob & Robin ConradCindy DavenportDanelle DavisSteve & Jane DeGolierMark DelaneyHolly DenaultBud & Doris Dickey

Mr. & Mrs. Carl W. DillingDonna K. DoddMr. & Mrs. Steven DowMatt & Kelly Downing Rick DowningSusan DuffyButch & Colette EckhardtSteve EglandRandy EhlenfeldtNancy EnkeMary N. FeldhausLes FinkbonerMike & Amanda FonfaraBrie ForeeDenise FrakesSteve & Amy FrankBerneice A. FreyThe Gibson FamilySarah GlaserTina GonnermanHarry & Lois GrossNorman & Doris GrubenKatie HaasBethany HagerSusan HagarBarb HaleLisa HardcastleReed & Laurie HarrisJan HartJerome HartwigRoger & Carol Hayenga Jan HealHeather HelserJoanne HenryEvelyn HintzscheShelia HoinessJennifer HoltzclawMaria HueramoHeidi InmanInteractive Health SolutionsThomas & Teresa IzerKarrie JerdeePatricia KasmarDan & Ann KerestesShirley C. KerstenKim KirkolisMary F. KoritzCorey & Susie KreiderJeri KronanClyda LambKeith & Penny LambRene LampleyRobby LangCarol LapinskiSonya LaramieCodelle D. LeonardKent & Tricia LodicoDave & Mary Anne LouisKevin & Kim LouisPaul LowerKathleen J. LutzKate ManionMrs. Jeanne MayJenniffer McBrideTravis & Keri McGuireMatt McHughLogan McKinleyMr. David MeisenerSusan MetzgerHarold MillerAlicia MurphyDoug NelsonOptimal Care Software, LLCDan PalmerChris PierceMichael PierceJeff & Kathy PignatoKate PillenKathy PoliskaEmily Pratt

Barb PriceTodd & Janice PrusatorPaul & Jane QuitnoRalphie & LuLu’sRaymond & Brenda RainwaterEd & Debbie RamseyMr. & Mrs. ReifDolores ReitzCarol L. RiceTracy RichardsonTeresa RickettsAdam RobertsonRochelle Vet Hospital: Baker & Marquardt, PC DBAKim RubioRhonda RussellShirley RyanJodi SageDan & Sue SawickiTina SaylorGary & Dorothy SchabackerEsther M. SchippersAngie SchickMarcia Annette SchnorrSue SchultzRay SchwartzGinny ShawBrad & Stacey SibleyJenifer SparrowGreg SmithKevin SmithRita StanfaMr. & Mrs. Paul StavrakasDennis & Janet StewartMr. & Mrs. StreitNeil & Marianne SwansonGlen & Audrey TaylorGale ThorntonElizabeth TrowbridgeJeanie TuckerLois TurkingtonTurnroth Sign Co., Inc.Bruce & Kathy VickreyDianne VogelerDon & Tootie VogelerPam Needham-VolkertEric & Crystal VondergathenChad & Angela WalkerLori WallaceDave & Dawn WaltripWilliam C. WeeksClarice WhaleyLayla WheelerAlex WhitmanMaddy WilkinsonChris WillisJames & Karen WinterlandLynsey WhittenbergChris & Bridgette WoodallMelody WorthingtonPhil & TJ Yordy

To make a donation to the RCH Foundation, contact Emily Anaya, Foundation & Community Events Coordinator, at 815-561-3110, e-mail: eanaya@rcha.net or log onto www.rochellehospital.com for more information.

Thank you to our 2011 Legacy Society Donors

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Daily Hours, Medical Care with No AppointmentLocated in Walmart, FastCare offers care

when you’re sick without a wait or a big

bill for those 18 months or older. An office

visit co-pay applies; cash payment - $65

per visit. We bill most insurance.

After-Hours Care for Minor Illnesses and Injuries with No AppointmentLocated in the Multi-Specialty Center,

Urgent Care offers help for patients of any

age who need treatment for minor illnesses,

sprains and wounds requiring stitches.

Some laboratory and radiology services are

also available.

24/7 Care

Located at the hospital, the

Emergency Room offers care to anyone

needing treatment for trauma related

conditions and emergency needs

requiring diagnostic tests – anytime of

the day or night.

New Patient Portal Now Available!Go to www.rochellehospital.com/clinics/ to check out the Athena

Patient Portal! The new portal offers patients quick, private access

to clinic medical and billing information for participating providers at

Rochelle Medical Group and the Family HealthCare Centers in Ashton and

Rochelle. Check the portal for a listing of participating providers

and more details on what this tool offers!

For clinic hours or more details,

call 815-562-2181 or

check www.rochellehospital.com!

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