TeamTalk SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

Back row L to R: Brad Mallory, MD, Medical Director; John Vaughn, PT; Varsey Humphrey, Office Manager; Leah Slinker, Office Staff; Samantha Rigsby, OTR/L; Sonja Hammer, PTA; Anne Hodges, LMT; Dewayne Miller , PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS; Sherry Jewell, Office Staff; Mark Quigley, LMT. Front row L to R: Sandy Goatley, PTA; Ashley Love, PT, DPT; Emily Grinstead, PT, DPT; Stacey Perkins, PTA, AT. Not Shown: Bridget Williams, CCC-SLP Standing: Anne Hodges, Debbie London. Sitting: Ashley Love, Sonja Hammer

Employee Patient Experience: Debbie London Over the last year I have been struggling with neck and back pain. When I could no longer tolerate the neck pain, I was referred to our outpatient physical therapy department. I have always known our physical therapy staff are wonderful people and experts in their field. From a patient’s perspective, I can now assure everyone that our rehab staff EXCEEDED my expectations from scheduling my first appointment to my last appointment. The genuine concern and compassion that these individuals show is BEYOND OUTSTANDING. My back pain may always be a problem for me, but to know that I can go somewhere where everyone treats me just like their family is so wonderful and reassuring. I also want to send out a special THANK YOU to these wonderful ladies: Ashley Love, DPT, Sonya Hammer, PTA, and Anne Hodges, Massage Therapist, because YOU ARE ANGELS!!! Sincerely, Debbie London

Rehabilitation Services at the Pavilion

TJ Samson’s outpatient therapy program consists of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Massage Therapy, Cardiac Rehab and Pulmonary Rehab. Our outpatient staff treats a wide variety of issues including swallowing and memory disorders, restoring functional abilities, orthopedic injuries, sports medicine, massage therapy, vestibular and neuro rehab. We also serve the pediatric population who treat a wide diversity of diagnosis.

Rehabilitation Services Provided for patients with cancer Standing: Shara Page, OT/L, Director of Rehabilitation Services; Samantha Smith, OTR/L; Ashley Love, PT, DPT; Melanie Isbell, APRN; Amy Stephens, RN, Oncology Nurse Navigator; Bridget Williams, CCC-SLP. Sitting: Dr. Donald Goodin, Oncologist

Rehab office crew Standing: Varsey Humphrey, Office Manager; Leea Slinker, Mark Quigley, LMT; Anne Hodges, LMT. Sitting: Sherry Jewell

Our great office staff members work many hours to meet the needs of our patients and therapists. This includes: scheduling, registration of new patients, insurance verification, authorizations, charge entries, supply and equipment ordering.

aquatics program Physical Therapy Team: Emily Grinstead, PT, DPT; Traci Berry, PTA; and Stacey Perkins, ATC, PTA

PEDIATRIC OUT-PATIENT TEAM

Our Aquatics Program is located on Myrtle Street in Glasgow inside Extreme Fitness.

Standing: Christie England, COTA/L; Stephanie Smith, OTR/L; Karin Foster, OTR/L; Samantha Smith, OTR/L; Ashley Love, PT, DPT. Sitting: Amanda Crawford, MS, CCC-SLP; Sandy Goatley, PTA

L to R: Charles Graham, PTA; Angela Hayes, OTR/L; Kathy Pedigo, PTA; Kevin Priddy, COTA/L; Sherri Hudson, PT; Karin Foster, OTR/L; Bence Roemer, PTA; Varsey Humphrey, Office Manager; Brooke Humble, PT. Not Shown: Jackie Bush, MS, CCC-SLP

Massage therapy Anne Hodges, LMT, and Mark Quigley, LMT

home health rehab team

Physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapists make up our exceptional home health rehab team. We currently serve three counties: Barren, Hart and Metcalfe Counties. Throughout the seasons of snow, rain, sun, and the changing colors of fall, our team brings their expertise to the patient's home to the intimate setting where healing and restoration takes place among family and friends. Much of our work in the home health setting is focused toward assisting elderly patients to stay in their own homes longer and more safely. In the home health setting, family members become an integral part of the rehabilitation team. If you or your family has been served by our home health rehab team, you will likely recognize these familiar faces as many of our staff have been with our T.J. team for over 15 years.

columbia physical therapy team L to R: Kim Beasley, PT, Charlotte Upchurch, PTA, and Melissa Keith, PTA

Cardiac & Pulmonary rehab Karen Gilkey, RT, and Anna Shaw, RN

L to R: Bobby Gray, PTA; Inga Steenbergen, PT student; Brittany Taylor, OTR/L; Emily Grinstead, PT, DPT; Alanna Thornbury, OT/L; Mary Beth Siddens, PTA; Shelby Howard, Tech; Shane Overfelt, PTA; Kasey Gupton, PTA. Not Shown: Gordon Melton, PT DPT, In-patient Rehab Coordinator; Jackie Bush, MS, CCC-SLP.

T.J. Samson Hospital Rehab Team

Our In-patient team provides Speech, Occupational and Physical therapy services to acute care patients and our Skilled Nursing Unit patients. You may see some additional faces on the weekends as we have some awesome PRN staff as well. Other Staff not shown: Shaun Goulbourne, PT, DPT; Cathy McCoy, PTA; Jimmy Smith, PTA; Nathan Shelton, PTA; AnnAshleigh Davis, PTA; and Caressa Minton, MS, SF-SLP

School-Based Pediatric Occupational Therapy Services WKU Physical Therapy Program: Sonia Young, PT, DPT, EdD

When looking for a place to practice pediatric physical therapy, I was impressed by the integrity and care displayed by the rehabilitation team at TJ Samson. I joined the outpatient pediatric team in January 2016 with 18 years of experience in pediatric and adult neurological physical therapy. This interprofessional team is composed of pediatric physical, occupational, speech therapists and assistants, along with a support staff and leaders, who are committed to giving the patients the best experience. Pediatric patients with diagnoses that range from orthopedic to neurological are more than a number at TJ Samson. The team invests in their lives and works hard to deliver the best evidence-based treatment interventions and assessments in a fun environment. My goal is to serve my pediatric patients and families working alongside my co-workers to accomplish the best outcomes.

Physical Therapy Student: Inga Steenbergen

L to R: Dewayne Miller, PT, DPT, OCS, ATC; Stacey Perkins, ATC, PTA; and John Vaughn, PT

T.J. SPORTS MEDICINE PROGRAM

TJ Samson has Sports Medicine agreements with the Barren County and Glasgow School Systems, which requires an Athletic Trainer (AT) or Physical Therapist (PT or DPT) to provide Sports Medicine services to the athletic teams on a daily basis. Aside from coverage of athletic events, both schools have an “athletic training”/sports medicine room, open 5 days per week, where athletes can receive appropriately-needed Sports Medicine services.

My journey with the TJ family began back in 2008. I started helping with Camp TJ in high school where I fell in love with the kids and the staff. I then observed in the clinic to see where I wanted to take my career path. I then knew I wanted to be a physical therapist. So, I began that trek at WKU where I completed a degree in Exercise Science. It was my connections and recommendations through the TJ family that I got a great job to help support myself through undergrad. As if this wasn't enough, TJ rehab gave me the opportunity to get internships hours in order to get accepted into PT school. Now I am currently in my last year in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at WKU and completing one of my clinical rotations back here at home. I want to thank TJ rehab for all of the support and opportunities so graciously given to me over the years.

Director of Rehabilitation Services

In 2000, I came onboard as an occupational therapist and in 2007, I was honored to become the Director of Rehabilitation Services. It has been a privileged journey. I love working with this dynamic team of therapists who are committed to providing excellent care in a variety of settings. We are very excited about our continued growth in specialty areas. I am proud to be a member of an organization that is committed to serving the people in our community.

FALL

PREVENTION

WEEK The Outpatient Rehab Team is offering

FREE BALANCE SCREENINGS Wednesday, September 21 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Friday, September 23 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Location:

Rehabilitation Services Department at T.J. Health Pavilion

Call, Don’t Fall!

 Don’t get up without assistance.  Wear non-skid footwear.  Have personal items close at hand.  Use handrails provided in restrooms.  Do not walk on wet surfaces.  Keep lines and tubes clear of your feet.

Employee Flu Vaccines will begin

Monday, September 26 The following note was received from a patient regarding the new T.J. Health Cave City Clinic:

This place is the best I've seen yet. Friendly up front. The doctor took time to talk to me. The nurse explained everything as she went.

As of November 1, employees who have not taken the vaccine or have declined the vaccine will be required to wear a mask while at work.

UROLOGY HEALTH

STONES, CANCER and INCONTINENCE LUNCH & LEARN with Dr. Gaines Hammond

Tuesday, September 20 12 to 1 p.m.

2016 T.J. Regional Health All Employee

Competency Fall F E S T I V A L Games

Treats

Prizes

In order to meet competency requirements, all employees must attend one of the following sessions.

ALL EMPLOYEES T.J. Samson 4th Floor Classroom: Monday, Sept. 26 5 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 27 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 28 5 a.m. to 3 p.m.

T.J. Health Columbia: Wednesday, October 19 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. 29 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

T.J. Health Pavilion: Thursday, October 20 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Nursing-Specific Competencies Nursing personnel should report to the 3E Nursing Station: Monday, Sept. 26

5 a.m. to 7 a.m. 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 27 Wednesday, Sept. 28 Thursday, Sept. 29

7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

5 a.m. to 7 a.m. 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

More Details: • Non-nursing employees should expect to spend one hour at the event. • You may attend the All Employee Competency at any location. • Contact the T.J. Education Department with any questions at 270.651.4454.

Friday, Sept. 30 5 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Employee Signature: ____________________________________ Date: _______________  ONE TIME GIFT

Please accept my one time gift: $__________ (check attached) Make check payable to: T.J. Community Mission Foundation