Life of YouFor the

Winter 2019

New Technology for Vein Treatment Dr. Aaron Schwaab, General Surgeon, treats

many patients in the Wound Care Clinic for painful leg ulcers. Many of these ulcers are a symptom of Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) a condition in which the leg veins are damaged and regular blood circulation is impaired.

CVI & Varicose Veins People with CVI usually have varicose veins.

While many people are embarrassed by the appearance of varicose veins, for people with CVI these veins can potentially lead to serious medical concerns including leg achiness, swelling, skin discoloration and worst of all, painful leg ulcers.

Leg ulcers are open wounds that require specialty care to heal. Dr. Schwaab and his team at the Wound Care Clinic treat more leg ulcers than any other type of wound. With proper care and treatment, the wound will heal but recurrence is high.

Treating the Cause - Endovenous Laser Treatment The treatment for CVI traditionally involved removing the damaged

vein. For many years this was mainly accomplished through painful vein stripping, a procedure often done under general anesthesia. When the damaged vein was removed, patients were less likely to get recurrent ulcers. Advances in technology have changed vein treatment into a simple outpatient procedure. Using endovenous laser treatment and local anesthesia, Dr. Schwaab is able to seal the damaged vein rather than completely remove it. Patients leave the clinic encouraged to resume normal activity immediately.

"Treating the wound is treating a symptom of the underlying disease. When we address the CVI by sealing the varicose veins, the patient's potential for leg ulcers drops dramatically," shares Dr. Schwaab.

Insurance CoverageEndovenous laser treatment is covered by most insurances provided the

patient is exhibiting one of the following symptoms:• Leg achiness• Edema (swelling)• Skin discoloration• Leg ulcers

Please check your insurance for coverage details.

Contact Us To learn more about endovenous laser treatment and if it's the right

option for you, please contact the Stoughton Hospital General Surgery Clinic at (608) 873-2266.

Aaron Schwaab, M.D. General Surgeon

Stoughton Hospital

Skin Cancer Has your time in the sun left you worrying about

skin cancer? Do you have a mole that has grown in size or changed in color or texture? If so, it's time to get that checked out. For an evaluation, please call the General Surgery Clinic at (608) 873-2266.

FREE Skin Cancer ScreeningsFor those who don't have an immediate concern

but would like a physician to examine their skin, Dr. Aaron Schwaab will be providing free skin cancer screenings at community health fairs and on select dates at the General Surgery Clinic. Please watch our website at stoughtonhospital.com and Facebook for upcoming events.

If you won't wear shorts or show off your ankles because of unsightly spider or varicose veins, Stoughton Hospital can help. This spring Stoughton Hospital is launching a new cosmetic vein removal program through the General Surgery Clinic and Dr. Aaron Schwaab.

This service is for cosmetic purposes only and is not covered by insurance. Please see our website at stoughtonhospital.com or follow us on Facebook for more specific information this spring.

Coming Soon! Cosmetic Vein Removal

Stoughton Hospital Foundation OfficersBrad Schroeder PresidentAgent, TRICOR Insurance StoughtonJessica Pharo Vice PresidentDirector, Cress Funeral & Cremation ServicesMeg Veek Secretary/Treasurer Stoughton Community Member

Foundation BoardTerry BrennyRetired CEO/President, Stoughton HospitalMike DanielsAgent, Farmers Insurance StoughtonJudy KnutsonDirector, Oregon Chamber of Commerce

Sarjoo Patel, MD CEO/President, BEAM HealthcareTom PertzbornSenior Project Manager, JP CullenMatt RoetheAttorney, Roethe Pope Roethe LLPAndi SpethVP Consulting Services, McDonald Schaefer

Stoughton Hospital StaffLaura MaysFoundation Executive Director(608) 873-2328lmays@stohosp.comSarah EbertAdministrative Assistant (608) 873-2334sebert@stohosp.com

Wellness Garden Dedication

Judeen Reese, Partners of Stoughton Hospital President; Terry Brenny; Brad Schroeder, Stoughton Hospital Foundation President & Dan DeGroot, Stoughton Hospital President/CEO

Foundation Board Members Andi Speth, Tom Pertzborn & Jessica Pharo with Terry Brenny

Terry Brenny at the Wellness Garden Dedication

On Tuesday, November 6th, the Stoughton Hospital Foundation hosted a Wellness Garden Dedication in honor of Terry Brenny. Brenny is the recently retired President/CEO of Stoughton Hospital and served the hospital for over 28 years.

2019 Foundation NewsWelcome new Board members Terry Brenny and Dr. Sarjoo Patel.Thank you retiring Board members Anne Staton and Steve Swanson for your service. Welcome Laura Mays, Foundation Executive Director.Thank you for all of the end of year donations and support.Save the Date for the Annual Swinging for Health Golf & Card Party on Tuesday, June 11th, 2019.

Community Gifts Are Appreciated The Stoughton Hospital Foundation is dedicated to supporting

Stoughton Hospital and its mission to provide safe, quality health care with exceptional personalized service. Financial gifts from the community are essential in helping the hospital to continue the quality care the community receives in the walls of the hospital and in the community.

Gifts of any amount are appreciated. Enclosed with the newsletter is a postage paid envelope for your convenience.

Wellness Garden Donation & Dedication OpportunitiesThe Stoughton Hospital Foundation is thankful for all of the

contributions we have received for the Wellness Garden. There are still many opportunities for donations and dedications with the Wellness Garden including metal sculptures and brick pavers.

To make a donation specifically for the Wellness Garden, please go to www.stoughtonhospital.com/foundation.

Have you been putting off physical therapy for that aching shoulder or knee because of the hassle of making an appointment with your physician? You are now able to call the Stoughton Hospital Rehab and Sports Medicine Clinic and schedule a physical therapy or occupational therapy appointment without a physician's referral.

Our staff will call each individual insurance plan to determine coverage. At this time, Medicare and Medicaid still require a referral.

Rehab LocationsStoughton - (608) 873-2292Oregon - (608) 835-5373

Accepted Insurance PlansStoughton Hospital accepts over 160 area insurance plans, including but not limited to those listed below. If your plan is not listed, please check your individual plan regarding coverage of services at Stoughton Hospital.

Alliance, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Dean Health Plan Products, Humana, Medicare, Physicians Plus, Security Health Plan, Quartz, United Healthcare, WEA Trust and WPSFor more information please call (608) 873-6611.

Easier Access to Physical & Occupational Therapy

Missing out on life because of leg pain caused by Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)? Let Stoughton Hospital’s Exercise Program for PAD help you regain your independence and reduce your leg pain.

How Can Exercise Therapy Help?

Stoughton Hospital’s Exercise Physiologists are trained in Exercise Therapy for PAD which can help rebuild the blood vessels in the legs. Exercise therapy has shown to improve walking distance, pain- free walking duration, quality of life and the management of chronic disease risk factors.

ProgramExercise Therapy for PAD is an effective and safe 12 week

program. Most participants attend three days a week for one hour sessions. Walking is the primary exercise in addition to some strengthening exercises. Low or non-weight bearing exercises such as arm ergometry or biking may be included for cross training.

Program participants will receive education on PAD, benefits of exercise and managing chronic disease risk factors.

Participants will complete a pre and post six minute walk assessment to assess improvements in aerobic endurance.

Insurance Supervised Exercise Therapy for PAD is a Medicare approved

program.

Getting StartedParticipants need a referral from their doctor to take part in the

program. Please have your doctor’s office contact us at (608) 873-2314.

Exercise Therapy for Peripheral Artery Disease

2018 Awards & Recognitions

Stoughton Hospital was honored with the Guardian of Excellence Award. The award recognizes top-performing health care organizations that have achieved the 95th percentile or above of performance in patient experience.

Stoughton Hospital Home Health was recognized by HomeCare Elite®. The organization honors the top 25 percent of home health agencies in the country, measured by five categories: quality of care, best practice implementation, quality improvement and consistency, patient experience (HCAHPS), and financial performance.

Bob Bonebright had given up on feeling good. For 30 years he dealt with extreme discomfort from acid reflux. "It didn't matter what I ate, I ended up miserable." Bob missed out on activities and events, not feeling well enough to participate. "It was so bad sometimes, I felt like I couldn't breathe," Bonebright shares. "Medication wasn't very helpful and I had seen other doctors with no relief."

Then a friend shared information about a presentation on a new procedure for GERD (acid reflux) offered by Dr. Aaron

Schwaab at Stoughton Hospital. The LINX procedure offered new hope for many people suffering from acid reflux.

Bonebright liked what he heard and scheduled an appointment with Dr. Schwaab. He was happy to hear he qualified for the LINX procedure.

Based on Bonebright's symptoms, Dr. Schwaab was also concerned about Bonebright's gallbladder. Patients with acid reflux don't typically also have gallbladder issues but in this case, it was a problem.

Bonebright went ahead with the gallbladder surgery and felt about 60% better, which was amazing after so many years of discomfort.

After healing from the gallbladder surgery, Bonebright then had the LINX procedure. He has found even more relief "having many, many better days." And according to Dr. Schwaab, symptoms can continue to improve for up to six months after surgery.

Bonebright is optimistic about his future and is incredibly grateful to Dr. Schwaab for his improved quality of life. "Dr. Schwaab is an amazing surgeon and I recommend both him and the LINX procedure to anyone."

If you are suffering from acid reflux, come to Dr. Schwaab's February 20th talk on the LINX procedure and see if it can help you too.

How LINX Works The new LINX Reflux Management System works to stop

reflux at its source. Using a minimally invasive laparoscopic

surgical technique, Dr. Schwaab will position the FDA-approved device around the esophagus just above the stomach.

The quarter-sized flexible band of magnetic titanium beads strengthens the body’s natural barrier against acid reflux while allowing food and liquid to easily pass through when swallowing. The magnets open to allow food and liquid down, then close to prevent stomach contents from moving up, stopping acid reflux at the source.

The surgery is performed under general anesthesia and takes about 60 minutes. The LINX system begins working immediately, and patients generally go home the same or next day.

Patient Finds Relief After 30 Years

Bob BonebrightLINX Patient

Stop Suffering from GERD There’s Help for Your Acid RefluxAntacids and other medication may reduce GERD symptoms, however studies suggest long-term use of GERD medication might be risky. Dr. Aaron Schwaab now offers the minimally invasive LINX procedure which is an effective solution for reflux and may end your long-term dependence on medication.

Wednesday, February 20th at 5:30 p.m. Stoughton Hospital900 Ridge Street, StoughtonBryant Health Education Center

To register for this free event, please go tostoughtonhospital.com and click on “Classes & Events.”Questions? Please contact Sonja at 873-2356.

The LINX device is about the size of a quarter

Health Talk - Podcasts from Our Health ExpertsAt stoughtonhospital.com we have a series of recorded interviews or podcasts we call Health Talk. These are the latest from our Stoughton Hospital experts.

3D Breast Imaging Emily Norman, M.D. - RadiologistYou Can Find Relief From Shoulder Pain Ashish M. Rawal, M.D. - Orthopedics & Sports Medicine What is LSVT-Loud Lea Ann Worachek, MS/CCC-SLP - Speech Therapist

Calendar of Classes & Events

Health & Wellness Education Money Safety for SeniorsLearn how to detect, prevent and report the financial exploitation of seniors. Presented by Kim Lewis from Old National Bank.*Wed, Jan 30th at 4 p.m. FREE

Acupuncture for Better Health Do you suffer from stress, pain, insomnia or other imbalances of the body? Discover how acupuncture works and what it can do for you. Presented by Mary Thayer, Licensed Acupuncturist.* Wed, Feb 13th at 5:30 p.m. FREE

Freedom Through ForgivenessJoin instructor Tim Markle to learnmethods of working toward forgivenessand learning to live a forgiving life.Tuesday Evenings (five weeks) FREE Feb 19th to March 26th (no class March 12th) 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Stop Suffering from GERD There’s Help for Your Acid RefluxAntacids and other medication may reduce GERD symptoms, however studies suggest long-term use of GERD medication might be risky. Dr. Aaron Schwaab now offers the minimally invasive LINX procedure which is an effective solution for reflux and may end your long-term dependence on medication.Wed, Feb 20th at 5:30 p.m. FREE

Mindful Eating – Enjoying Your Food with All Your SensesMindful eating will help you enjoy your food more, eat less and improve your overall health and well-being. Learn how to eat mindfully to improve your eating habits and shed unwanted pounds.Wed, March 6th at 5:30 p.m. FREE

Shoulder Pain ReliefJoin Dr. Ashish M. Rawal to learn moreabout the causes of shoulder pain and both surgical and non-surgical pain reliefoptions. Dr. Rawal is board certified inboth Orthopedic Surgery and SportsMedicine. He specializes in shouldersurgery and finding the right option torelieve pain and getting his patients backto their active lives.Tues, March 12th at 6 p.m. FREE Sheraton Hotel 706 John Nolen Drive, Madison

Dementia Live - For Family & Professional CaregiversExperience life with dementia first hand.This innovative program will enlightenyou with a deeper understanding andgreater empathy for persons with cognitiveimpairment. Participants will gain aheightened awareness of challenges facedby those who live with dementia.Please contact Sonja at 873-2356 orsgoldbeck@stohosp.com to reserveyour spot.March 21st & June 19th FREE One Hour Reservations Available 9 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 6 p.m.

Healthy Living With DiabetesWorkshop for adults of all ages who havetype 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes or who livewith someone that does. The programfocuses on helping you feel better, havemore control and do things you want todo. The cost is $20 unless you have thebook then it is free. Please call Sonja at 873-2356 to register.Six Tuesdays April 2nd to May 7th 2 to 4:30 p.m.

Tax Planning Strategies Join Vicki Buening, CPA, CVA, MST, Partner at Reilly, Penner & Benton, LLP to learn about new tax planning strategies, including donation options.*Thur, April 25 at 6 p.m. FREE

Classes for KidsCaring for Kids BabysittingFor children ages 11 and older. Theywill learn about first aid, safety, infantcare, discipline, playing with children,common emergencies, responsibilities ofa babysitter, and more. Please bring a sacklunch.Mon, March 25th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $50

Yoga All levels are welcome to attend thesefree classes offered by Stoughton Yoga.Please bring a yoga mat or large towel.Chairs are available for those who havetrouble getting up and down off thefloor.

Chair YogaExperience the many benefits of yoga without having to get up and down off of the floor.Sat, Feb 2nd 11a.m. - noon FREESat, April 6th 11a.m. - noon FREE

Gentle Yoga for Your CoreWake up your core the yoga way!Sat, Feb 23rd 11a.m. - noon FREE

Gentle Movement and BreathingIf you can breathe, you can do yoga! This class is focused on pairing gentle movement with breathing.Sat, March 9th, 11a.m. - noon FREE

Healthy Heart ClassesOur healthy heart classes are heldon Wednesdays, are FREE and open to the public. Please go to stoughtonhospital.com and click on “classes and events” to see our class offerings.

Unless otherwise noted, all classes and events are held in the Stoughton Hospital Bryant Health Education Center. To register for classes and events, please go to stoughtonhospital.com and click on “classes and events.”

Questions? Please contact Sonja at (608) 873-2356.

*This class is for education purposes only and does not serve as an endorsement.

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Calendar of EventsSupport GroupsAll support groups meet in the Stoughton Hospital Lobby Conference Room.

Crohn’s, Colitis & IBD Support GroupMeets 3rd Wednesday of the month 5:30 p.m. Contact: Marilyn at (608) 873-7928

Diabetes Support GroupMeets the 2nd Monday of the month6 to 7:00 p.m.Contact: Sonja at (608) 873-2356

Memory CaféMeets 1st Tuesday of the month 9:30 to 11 a.m. Stoughton Hospital Bryant Health Education CenterContact: Stoughton Senior Center at (608) 873-8585

Blood DrivesStoughton Hospital Bryant Health Education CenterHeld 3rd Friday of each month8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RedCross to make an appointment.

Emergency & Urgent Care ServicesStoughton Hospital 900 Ridge Street, StoughtonEmergency 24-7Urgent Care Daily 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Oregon Urgent Care Clinic 990 Janesville Street, OregonMonday to Friday 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Please Join Stoughton Hospital at these Community EventsKiwanis Pancake BreakfastSat, March 16th from 7:30 to 11 a.m. Stoughton High School Cafetorium

Kids Get Fit Sat, March 16th from 9:30- noonOregon High SchoolFor kids ages 5-11 Registration is required, please go to oregonregistrationcenter.maxgalaxy.net

Stoughton Chamber Community ExpoThur, April 11th from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Mandt Community Center400 Mandt Parkway, Stoughton

Medication Disposal & Sharps Collection – EvansvilleFree Drive Through Service!Sat, April 27th from 8 to 11 a.m.Evansville Police Department10 W Church Street, Evansville

Medication Disposal & Sharps Collection – StoughtonFree Drive Through Service!Sat, April 27th from 9 to 11 a.m.Stoughton Fire Department(enter from Main Street)

Stoughton Hospital Foot Care Clinics Stoughton Hospital Home Health offers foot care from certified nursing assistants at a variety of convenient locations. Service is available for individuals with diabetes. Services provided:

• Foot inspection• Toenail trimming• Foot massage• Proper foot care education• Physician referral (if needed)

Stoughton Senior Center - 873-8585Third Monday and fourth Tuesday of eachmonthOregon Senior Center - 835-5801First and fourth Wednesday of each monthCreekside Place, Evansville - 882-0407Third Wednesday of each monthSkaalen Village, McFarland - 838-7117Second Wednesday of each monthCambridge Senior Center - 838-7117First Thursday of each month

This is a private pay service and not billableto Medicare, Medicaid or private insurance.Payment of $25 is due at the time of service.