Owensboro Health | Lift | June 2019

2 Owensboro Health • June 2019 Discover the latest news at Facebook.com/OwensboroHealth Check out our videos at YouTube.com/OwensboroHealthorg Follow us on Twitter at Twitter.com/OwensboroHealth OwensboroHealth.org/LIFT Information in LIFT comes from a wide range of medical experts. If you have any concerns or questions about specific content that may affect your health, please contact your healthcare provider. Models may be used in photos and illustrations. © 2019 Coffey Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. Board of Directors Jeff Carpenter, Chair Jack Wells, Vice-Chair William Harrison, MD, Secretary Suzanne Northern Blazar Bridget Burshears, MD Robert Farmer Susanne Harris Anthony McBride, MD Deborah Nunley-Winters Phil Riney Gavin Roberts Vicki Stogsdill Angela Thompson Michael Yeiser, MD Administration Greg Strahan, President & CEO Francis DuFrayne, MD, Executive Vice President, Chief Medical Officer John Hackbarth, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer Ward Begley, Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer Mia Suter, Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer Deborah Bostic, Chief Operating Officer of Owensboro Health Regional Hospital Wathen Medley, MD, Senior Vice President, Medical Affairs James Tidwell III, MD, Vice President, Population Health Tim Belec, Vice President, Chief Information Officer Jason Field, Chief Operating Officer of Owensboro Health Medical Group Ed Heath, Chief Operating Officer of Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital Steve Johnson, Vice President, Government & Community Affairs Russ Ranallo, Vice President, Finance David Danhauer, MD, Vice President, Chief Medical Information Officer Lisa Jones, Vice President, Ancillary Services Bill Bryant, MD, Vice President, Chief Quality & Patient Safety Officer Ruby Jacildo, Vice President, Accounting/Controller Joni Sims, Vice President, Patient Care Services, Chief Nursing Officer, Owensboro Health Regional Hospital Kathleen Myer, Vice President, Patient Care Services, Chief Nursing Officer, Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital LIFT Creative Team Editorial Leadership: Department Leads: Brian Hamby, Director of Marketing, and Somer Wilhite, Manager of Communications Editor: Megan Galyen Kirby Writing and Content: Jessica Browning Dariush Shafa Production Coordination: Alex Cochenour Cherita Flener Contact Owensboro Health: Main Line 270-417-2000 24-Hour Health Info Line 855-417-8555 Owensboro Health Medical Group Appointment Line: 844-446-9663 Or visit OwensboroHealth.org CONNECT WITH US ONLINE FOR MORE HEALTH TIPS, NEWS AND EVENTS Welcome to LIFT Set your sights on summer safety ear readers, Welcome to the summer issue of LIFT magazine! Summer is a time when we all feel that we can take a moment to breathe deep and relax. The world seems to move a little more slowly as days lengthen and we spend more time with those we love. We certainly hope that your summer is off to a great start. That being said, we want to remind you that summer can be a time of greater risk, but there are precautions that can help you stay safe. In these pages you will see stories of tragedies that were prevented because of proactive steps. You will also see summer safety tips that will help you avoid accidents. It is my sincerest hope that your summer is filled with nothing but fun. However, if you find yourself in a situation where you need help, Owensboro Health will be here. Greg R. Strahan, MHA President & CEO Owensboro Health Greg Strahan, President & CEO Message from the President & CEO D Art Direction: Randa Pence Multimedia: Local Photography: Charles Mahlinger Digital: Katie Roberts