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CONTENTS SPECIAL A New Day in the Fight Against Cancer The Delbert Day Cancer Institute will expand cancer treatment services, increase PCRMC’s recognition and drive economic growth in the Rolla area. 3 DEPARTMENTS 2 Opening Thoughts CEO John R. Denbo recaps just some of the ways that PCRMC has focused on providing healthcare excellence. 8 Auxiliary PCRMC’s Auxiliary and Volunteer Services have awarded more than $2 million in gifts over the past decade. 54 Physician Q&A Charlotte Sekhon, DPM, on the way to achieve happy feet. 56 Spotlight On ... Meet the newest physicians to join the growing PCRMC Medical Group. COVER PHOTOGRAPHY BY TODD PLITT, GETTY IMAGES FEATURES 38 42 46 49 50 52 Unexpected Heroes How can you help someone with cancer? By supporting their caregiver. Get in Gear Recognizing a problem with your thyroid can help you get back on track. A Real Lifesaver Why the benefits of a mammogram outweigh the minimal risks of radiation exposure. Rest Assured PCRMC’s new sleep center accreditation, and what it means for you. Improvements with You in Mind Faster, more efficient care is the standard in PCRMC’s revamped emergency department. The Basics of Breast Cancer How much do you know about the disease? Learning the facts can help save lives. 6 10 16 20 24 34 Is There a Doctor in the House? Orthopedic surgeon Keith Frederick, D.O., now serves in the Missouri legislature but still makes time to see patients at PCRMC’s Frederick Knee Clinic. Girl Talk Four women share their wisdom on staying healthy at every age. Say What? Common yet surprising causes of hearing loss—and how to prevent it. Action Plan Exercise can ease joint pain. Discover the right combination for relief. Like This? Try That! Add some diversity to your diet. We’ll show you how to do it the healthy way! A Day in the Life of Your Heart Your heart is on the job 24/7. Learn how you can make its work easier. ON THE COVER 28 Vim & Vigor · SUMM ER 2011 George Clooney is the object of affection the world over. And as this year marks the star’s midcentury birthday, he reﬂects on his life and health. Learn the dos and don’ts for how to look this good at 50! 1

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Vim & Vigor - Summer 2011 - Phelps County Regional Medical Center

Vim & Vigor - Summer 2011 - Phelps County Regional Medical Center
Contents
Opening Throughts
Special: A New Day in the Fight Against Cancer
Is There a Doctor in the House?
Auxiliary
Girl Talk
Say What?
Action Plan
Like This? Try That!
On the Cover
A Day in the Life of Your Heart
Unexpected Heroes
Get in Gear
A Real Lifesaver
Rest Assured
Improvements with You in Mind
The Basics of Breast Cancer
Physician Q&A
Spotlight On

Vim & Vigor - Summer 2011 - Phelps County Regional Medical Center