McLaren - Bay Region Announces April Classes
March 26, 2012
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Bay City, Michigan - McLaren-Bay Region has once again earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for accreditation by demonstrating compliance with The Joint Commission's national standards for health care quality and safety in hospitals. The accreditation award recognizes McLaren-Bay Region's dedication to continuous compliance with The Joint Commission's state-of-the-art standards.
McLaren-Bay Region underwent a rigorous unannounced on-site survey in December 2011. A team of Joint Commission expert surveyors evaluated McLaren-Bay Region for compliance with standards of care specific to the needs of patients, including infection prevention and control, leadership and medication management.
"In achieving Joint Commission accreditation, McLaren-Bay Region has demonstrated its commitment to the highest level of care for its patients," says Mark Pelletier, R.N., M.S., executive director, Hospital Programs, Accreditation and Certification Services, The Joint Commission. "Accreditation is a voluntary process and I commend McLaren-Bay Region for successfully undertaking this challenge to elevate its standard of care and instill confidence in the community it serves."
"With Joint Commission accreditation, we are making a significant investment in quality on a day-to-day basis from the top down. Joint Commission accreditation provides us a framework to take our organization to the next level and helps create a culture of excellence," says Alice Gerard, President/CEO of the 404-bed hospital. "Achieving Joint Commission accreditation, for our organization, is a major step toward maintaining excellence and continually improving the care we provide."
The Joint Commission's hospital standards address important functions relating to the care of patients and the management of hospitals. The standards are developed in consultation with health care experts, providers, measurement experts and patients.
Founded in 1951, The Joint Commission seeks to continuously improve health care for the public, in collaboration with other stakeholders, by evaluating health care organizations and inspiring them to excel in providing safe and effective care of the highest quality and value.
The Joint Commission evaluates and accredits more than 19,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States, including more than 10,300 hospitals and home care organizations, and more than 6,500 other health care organizations that provide long term care, behavioral health care, laboratory and ambulatory care services.
The Joint Commission currently certifies more than 2,000 disease-specific care programs, focused on the care of patients with chronic illnesses such as stroke, joint replacement, stroke rehabilitation, heart failure and many others. The Joint Commission also provides health care staffing services certification for more than 750 staffing offices. An independent, not-for-profit organization, The Joint Commission is the nation's oldest and largest standards-setting and accrediting body in health care. Learn more about The Joint Commission at www.jointcommission.org.
McLaren-Bay Region offers free class on Innovations in Joint Replacement: Hip, Knee & Shoulder
McLaren-Bay Region is offering a free class on "Innovations in Joint Replacement: Hip, Knee & Shoulder" presented by Mark Stewart, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon. The class will be held on Monday, April 9, 2012 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Center, located at 820 S. Lincoln, Bay City.
Joint replacement surgery can relieve the pain and discomfort caused by arthritis (degenerative joint disease). In the past, joint replacement was limited to older and less mobile patients, but that's not true anymore. Joint replacement can be done with younger, more active patients, as well. The goal of any joint replacement surgery is to regain mobility, relieve everyday discomfort, and restore quality of life.
Pre-registration is required. To register for "Innovations in Joint Replacement: Hip, Knee & Shoulder", please call toll-free 1-877-411-2762 any time or for more information log onto mclaren.org/bayregion and click on "Classes & Events."
MCLAREN - BAY REGION OFFERS STROKE SCREENING
McLaren-Bay Region, in conjunction with the American Stroke Association, will be offering a Stroke Screening at the Center for Rehabilitation, 3190 East Midland Road, Bay City, on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon.
You have the power to prevent stroke! Stroke doesn't discriminate; it affects people of all ages, ethnicities and backgrounds. Fortunately, most strokes are preventable, and you can take steps now to reduce having a stroke.
The Stroke Screening will include blood pressure and pulse, diabetes screening, and full lipid profile, which includes total cholesterol, HDL, LDL and triglycerides, results counseling and a risk reduction plan. A 12-hour fast is required for accurate results. Even though this is a fasting blood test, it is extremely important that participants take morning medication as usual, with a sip of water. The cost for the screening is $10.00 per person.
Pre-registration is required. To register for the screening, please call toll free 1-877- 411-2762 anytime (24 hours a day) or for more information log onto mclaren.org/bayregion and click on "Classes & Events".
9th Annual Community Baby Shower
McLaren-Bay Region, in conjunction with NEMCSA Early Head Start and Head Start, Great Start Collaborative, Bay Arenac ISD, Michigan State University Extension, Lutheran Child & Family Services, Naturally Yours Doula Practice and the Bay County Health Department, is hosting the ?th Annual Community Baby Shower" on Saturday, April 14th from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center, 4155 Monitor Road, Bay City.
Expectant families and families with a baby up to 5 months of age are invited to attend, as well as grandparents and other key support persons. Maximum of 3 people per family unit may attend. Limited space is available for daycare service. RSVP is required. The $3 registration fee is non-refundable. Limited seating. Registrations taken in order received. We reserve the right to give families delivering at McLaren-Bay first opportunity to attend this event. Some items may be available for purchase.
Breakout sessions include: Daddy Boot Camp, Infant Safety, Family "Fit & Fun" Intro to Baby Signing, The 4th Trimester - Adjustment for Baby and Mom; Got Milk? Breastfeeding for Today's Woman; Pathways to Natural Birth, Baby Brain Building 101; and Infant Massage. Vendor displays, refreshments and drawings for shower prizes will also take place.
For more information, or to request a registration form, please contact Becky Morgan at (989) 894-3935.
McLaren-Bay Region Offers Program on "Stress: The Mind-Body Connection{
McLaren-Bay Region's Center for Rehabilitation will offer the program "Stress: The Mind-Body Connection" on Thursday, April 12 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Lincoln Center, 820 S. Lincoln, Bay City.
Stress is a normal part of our daily lives. Learn about good and bad stress and how to recognize signs of both in yourself. Stress can directly affect the immune system. Learn valuable ways to decrease stress and get your own levels under control. Decreasing negative stress can increase the quality of your life. Presented by Brenda Clifford, Occupational Therapist.
There is no charge to attend. Please call (989) 667-6600 to make a reservation or log onto mclaren.org/bayregion and click on "Classes & Events."
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