MGH Foundation Hosts 19th Annual Open Golf Tournament in June
Mason General Hospital Foundation is partnering with Salish Cliffs Golf Club to host the 2013 Quality Care Open Golf Tournament on Friday, June 28, 2013, at 91 W State Route 108, Shelton. The Foundation’s annual tournament raises monies to purchase medical equipment for Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics, with this year’s proceeds to fund a new MRI Compatible IV Pump.
The day includes 18 holes of golf, outdoor dinner and entertainment, a putting contest, tee packs for each player, and team photos. Five-player teams play in scramble format, with Registration at 8 a.m. and shotgun start at 10 a.m. Over $5,000 in prizes will be awarded, plus a 50/50 cash prize for the putting contest. There are two Hole-In-One grand prizes available - $10,000 cash, and a new car from Gillis Auto Center! Last year MGH Foundation’s tournament raised over $70,000 in cash and in-kind donations from the community; the funds raised by the Quality care open stays in the community to purchase equipment for Mason General Hospital & Family of clinics.
This year’s Title Sponsor is Cerner Corporation. Other sponsors as of May 14, 2013 include: Banquet and Catering Services – Food Services of America; Women’s Prize Sponsor – Christmas Village; Prize Sponsor – Dynamic Collectors, Inc.; Golf Course Sponsor – IEI Security; Golf Cart Sponsor – OAC Services, Inc. Construction Management; Co-Presenting Sponsors – Manke Lumber Company, and Verizon; Banner Sponsor – Taylor Shellfish Company; Putting Contest Sponsor – Hiawatha Corporation; Advertising Sponsor – Falcon Financial Investments; 1st Place Handicap Prize Sponsor – Hoffman Construction of Washington; Tournament Patron Sponsor – Washington Casualty Company; 2nd Place Handicap Prize Sponsor – Inland Northwest Health Services; Registration Brunch Sponsor – Betty A. Paulson/VALIC; and Hospitality Cart Sponsor – Network Hardware Resale.
Level A Hole Sponsors include: Cerium Networks; Direct Matters; Edward Jones - Eric Thompson, Financial Advisor; Gastroenterology Associates; Peninsula Credit Union; and Trebron Company, Inc. Level B Hole Sponsors are: 94.5 Roxy; AllState Insurance Company – Marcy Johnson; CellNetix Pathology & Laboratories; Columbia Bank; D.R. Gardner, CPA, PS; DeMiero Enterprize; Fidelis Communications; First American Title of Mason County; Green Diamond Resource Company; Hackney Family Dentistry; Heritage Bank; Hood Canal Communications; Joe L. Snyder and Andrea Huff, Attorney at Law (360) 426-9100; Los Sarapes de Shelton; McCarty & Associates “a marketing firm”; Shelton Chiropractic Center - Damon J. Ernst, DC; Shelton Health & Rehabilitation Center; Shelton Rotary Club; Simpson Lumber Company; The Flakus Family; William J. Busacca, DDS, PS; and Wittenberg, CPA, PS. The Hole-In-One Sponsors are Arnold and Smith Insurance; and Gillis Auto Center.
Karen Hilburn Breast and Cervical Cancer Fund Presented with Check for $25,000
The Karen Hilburn Breast and Cervical Cancer Fund was presented – for the third year in a row – with a check for $25,000 from the Charitable Trust of Margery Jones, a former Shelton resident and cancer survivor. Miss Jones had left her estate to be donated to charitable non-profits, and this is the third consecutive year the Hilburn Fund has been a major recipient. Over the last three years Miss Jones’ estate has donated a total of $70,000. “We are so grateful for their continued support of our Fund,” said Founder Karen Hilburn. “This donation helps Mason County women that are underinsured or uninsured with their diagnoses and treatment of breast or cervical cancer. Pictured with Mrs. Hilburn is Miss Jones’ niece, (right) Betty Temple.
Patricia Tiatia-Tuli
May Employee of the Month
Patricia Tiatia-Tuli was recently selected by her peers to be Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinic's Employee of the Month for May. Patricia works as a medical assistant at MGH Oakland Bay Pediatrics, and has been there since September 2006. “I love my job because I get to work with kids and a wonderful staff,” she said, with affection in her voice. “I truly appreciate my co-workers and how we work as a team to care for the patients and their parents.” As a medical assistant, Patricia checks in patients and takes their vital signs as she gets them ready to see the doctor. She also administers vaccinations, and talks with parents when they have questions.
Patricia’s nominator described her as “an amazing employee. She is ALWAYS very professional and caring with all of our patients. She is willing to work and perform different tasks around the clinic. She is a great asset to our clinic and to the Hospital. We are very blessed to have Patricia in our office ‒ a perfect employee who is always on top of her work.”
In 2001, Patricia (nee Haddock) graduated from Shelton High School. She went on to receive her Medical Assistant credentials, and worked locally before being hired by MGH&FC. When she is not working, Patricia spends time with her two children, ages three and seven. Her husband, Thomas, is a commercial fisherman. “I love to play the piano and read books when I have the chance,” she added.
Hospital's Two-Year Campus Renewal and Construction Project Completed - Staff and Physicians Honored
Two years ago Mason General Hospital broke ground on a 20,000 square-foot, state-of-the art Surgery Wing in Phase 1 of the two-phase Campus Renewal Construction Project. Phase 1 was completed in summer of 2012 with Phase 2 beginning August 2012. Now, with Phase 2 completed, Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics will honor its staff and physicians for their role in making this transformation a reality with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Wednesday, May 15, at 9 a.m. The public is invited to attend the event that is taking place in the Hospital’s North (ER) Entrance. A reception will immediately follow this event.
Phase 1 of the Project created the new Main Entrance, and Surgery Wing comprised of Outpatient Services, a Post Anesthesia Care unit, three new operating suites, two endoscopy rooms, a central sterilization area, a lab draw station, and surgery support space. In addition, upgrades were made to the nurses’ stations and inpatient rooms in the Medical/Surgical/Pediatrics unit and in The Birth Center. To facilitate a healthy environment and promote activity, a mile-long walking path open to patients, staff and visitors was added to the campus grounds, named the “Get Out and Go Trail”.
Phase 2 included expanding the Diagnostic Imaging Department with the addition of an Open MRI unit, and the upgrading and modernization of the Emergency Department. Patient rooms were also updated, the Auxiliary Gift Shop enlarged, new meeting rooms added, and the cafeteria was expanded to what is now called the “Bistro in the Basement”.
“The ground breaking in April 2011 was an exciting time for our community. With an extremely favorable economic climate for construction, we had an extraordinary opportunity to make these high-priority improvements through the Federal stimulus Build America Bonds program and therefore we did not need a voter-approved bond. The Campus Renewal Project has been completed under budget and ahead of schedule and this because of our incredible team of staff members and physicians.” said Scott Hilburn, Hospital Board commissioner. “These improvements will give us the flexibility to respond to future changes in the delivery of local healthcare and assure our continued ability to provide high-quality services. More importantly, hospital services have changed dramatically in the past quarter-century, and MGH&FC is committed to investing in the future of quality healthcare right here, close to home in our community.”
“I am overwhelmed and thrilled by the amount of collaboration, teamwork and esprit de corps demonstrated by the staff and physicians during this time,” said Eric Moll, CEO at MGH&FC. “Their support has been instrumental in making the transformation of our hospital a reality for all of us. I am very excited about acknowledging their outstanding level of dedication and professionalism on May 15 at the Ribbon Cutting ceremony which is dedicated to them. Their work has been the absolute key to the success of the Campus Renewal and Construction Project.”
“As a hospital district we are very proud of our services, equipment, facilities, and our Campus Renewal and Construction Project,” added Hilburn. “What sets MGH&FC apart from other hospitals ‒ larger and smaller – is the care provided by our dedicated physicians and staff members. MGH&FC regularly receives notes of appreciation from patients and their families about the high level of quality care they received”.
Local Author Unveils Hospital History Book
Renowned, local author Carolyn Maddux will make an appearance during the National Hospital Week celebration at Mason General Hospital on Tuesday, May 14 at 6 p.m. in the Ellinor Room. Mrs. Maddux will be there to talk about her latest book, Care: A Hospital for Mason County, a 230-page soft-cover book based on the history of local healthcare from the early 1900’s, including many anecdotal events. This will be followed by her book signing on Wednesday, May 15 at 10:30 a.m. in the Hospital’s new Auxiliary Gift Shop, located off the Main (south) Entrance.
The inspiration for this book came from recently retired Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics Chief Executive Officer Bob Appel, whose mother-in-law showed him a small book from the hospital where she grew up in Desmet, South Dakota. Bob brought the book to his Board of Commissioners and asked if they thought a similar publication to capture the rich history of Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics, and healthcare in general, had merit. The Board readily agreed. As MGH&FC neared completion of its Campus Renewal Construction Project, it seemed a fitting tribute to the many people who have contributed so much over the years to the success of our community’s healthcare.
The main intent for the book was to write a story of healthcare in Mason County that would be a story about people: the patients who are served, and the teams of healthcare professionals who, through their patience, perseverance, and compassion, have laid the foundation for a sound and thriving healthcare network that serves the entire community. In addition, the Commissioners wanted the story of the people told in its context of time ‒ encapsulating the history and evolution of healthcare, its development in Mason County, and in the context of the larger community served. “The desire was to capture the fabric of the community, of the Hospital District, and of the integral part that healthcare plays in the community,” said Mrs. Maddux. Her book will be made available for purchase at the presentation and Gift Shop signing event. The cost is $19.95 plus tax.
Other FREE events during Hospital Week include:
- Saturday, May 11 - Women’s Health Event - 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hospital’s Main (south) Entrance.
- Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - Wednesday, May 15, beginning at 9 a.m. at the Emergency (north) Entrance to MGH&FC. The public is invited. Following the ribbon-cutting ceremony and reception is the Hospital’s Auxiliary Gift Shop Grand Opening with book signing at 10:30 a.m.
- Thursday and Friday, May 16 and 17 - Chief of Medical Staff Dean Gushee, M.D., will host a Polar Bear Presentation each night at 6 p.m. in the Hospital’s Ellinor Room. Both presentations are free and open to the public. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and presentations start at 6 p.m. Reservations are required as seating is limited. Please RSVP before May 13 by calling (360) 427-3623.
"Healthy Shopping on a Budget"
MAY TOPIC FOR MGH SHELTON DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP MEETING
A healthy diet is vital to effectively managing diabetes and moving towards a normal, active lifestyle, but making healthy food choices on a limited budget can be challenging. The next Mason General Hospital Shelton Diabetes Support Group meeting will focus on a good, low cost diet, in a class entitled “Healthy Shopping on a Budget,” scheduled for Thursday, May 16, 2013 from 1 to 2 p.m. in the PUD Conference Room at 2621 E John’s Prairie Road, Shelton.
Speaking on this topic will be Sarah Fulkerson, RD, certified diabetes educator, and dietitian for Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics, who will advise on the best food choices available locally that won’t break your budget ‒ in the aim of effective diabetes self-management and healthy living. Family members and support people are also invited, and as always, there will be an opportunity for questions and answers.
The Shelton Diabetes Support Group, affiliated with the American Diabetes Association, meets at the Hospital every third Thursday of the month from September to June. It is free and open to people with type 1 and 2 diabetes, their friends, and family. For more information call Sue Barwick, R.N., C.D.E. at (360) 427-7332 (from Allyn (360) 275-8614, and ask for the Diabetes Wellness Center).
"Healthy Shopping on a Budget"
MAY TOPIC FOR MGH ALLYN DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP MEETING
A healthy diet is vital to effectively managing diabetes and moving towards a normal, active lifestyle, but making healthy food choices on a limited budget can be challenging. The next Mason General Hospital Allyn Diabetes Support Group meeting will focus on a good, low cost diet, in a class entitled “Healthy Shopping on a Budget,” that is scheduled for Thursday, May 23, 2013 from 1 to 2 p.m. in the Port of Allyn building’s downstairs meeting room.
Speaking on this topic will be Sarah Fulkerson, RD, certified diabetes educator, and dietitian for Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics, who will advise on the best food choices available locally that won’t break your budget ‒ in the aim of effective diabetes self-management and healthy living. Family members and support people are also invited, and as always, there will be an opportunity for questions and answers.
The Allyn Diabetes Support Group, affiliated with the American Diabetes Association, meets every fourth Thursday of the month from September to June. It is free and open to people with type 1 and 2 diabetes, their friends, and family. For more information, call Sue Barwick, R.N., C.D.E. at (360) 275-8614, and ask for the Diabetes Wellness Center.
Mason General Hospital Adds New "Open" MRI
Mason General Hospital has added an Open MRI (magnetic resonance imagining) scanner to its diagnostic imagining department. This new state of the art unit is now located inside the newly remodeled area for comfort and privacy. “The MRI is a tremendous convenience to local patients and healthcare providers by increasing local access to the best in diagnostic imaging,” said Mike Gray, RT R,CV, Director of Diagnostic Imaging at Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics.
“The patient is our priority, and that is why we will continue to invest in the best new technologies,” said radiologist Kevin Roscoe, M.D., Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics past Chief of Medical Staff. “We believe that having this MRI locally will help our patients and providers get fast and accurate diagnoses.”
The high field MRI boasts an almost 360-degree open design, meaning it is ideal for patients who would otherwise experience claustrophobia when undergoing an exam and can accommodate patients of all sizes. It will take up to 550 lbs. patients. The machine is referred to as a “panorama open” in that it allows the patient to lie on the table and have a view of all sides of the room. It also allows technologists to position patients in the center of the magnet, which creates the highest quality images.
MRI machines, which use magnetic fields rather than radiation to create images, are useful for many kinds of diagnostic imaging. MRI is extremely useful for imaging of the brain and spinal cord, as well joints such as hips and shoulders.
“I am personally very excited to be involved with the start-up of this new MRI,” said Dr. Roscoe, “I am so proud that the hospital is providing the latest advanced-imaging technology available to our residents of Mason County.”
Auxiliary Gift Shop to Hold Grand Opening
Mason General Hospital Auxiliary’s new Gift Shop will hold its Grand Opening on Wednesday, May 15 at 10:30 a.m. as part of the National Hospital Week celebration.
During MGH’s “Campus Renewal and Construction Project” the Gift Shop was re-located to the basement near the “Bistro.” With the completion of the Construction Project, the Gift Shop moved to its new location by the Main (south) Entrance. According to Sue Glenn, president of the Auxiliary, the Gift Shop is “like a spacious boutique which offers a variety of new items that are perfect for friends, family members and loved ones.” Included in the design are new display cases that extend into the hallway. “We are excited about our new Gift Shop and location,” added Mrs. Glenn. “We can now offer one stop shopping for patients, guests, community and staff. We are so grateful to MGH&FC for giving us this beautiful expanded Gift Shop.”
The Gift Shop Grand Opening will follow the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony that is being held in honor of MGH&FC’s staff and physicians. The ceremony also signifies the end of the “Campus Renewal and Construction Project.” The ribbon-cutting and reception is open to the public and takes place at 9 a.m. at the Emergency (north) Entrance to the Hospital. At 10:30 a.m. the Auxiliary Gift Shop’s Grand Opening will include a book signing by local Author Carolyn Maddux for her book, “Care: A Hospital for Mason County”.
Other FREE events include:
- Saturday, May 11 - Women’s Health Event from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hospital’s Main (south) Entrance.
- Tuesday, May 14 - Guest appearance by renowned local Author Carolyn Maddux at 6 p.m. in the Ellinor Room. Maddux will talk to the public about her book, “Care: A Hospital for Mason County,” that outlines the history of Mason General Hospital. (The following day her public book signing takes place in the Auxiliary’s new Gift Shop at 10:30 a.m.)
- Thursday and Friday, May 16 and 17th - Chief of Medical Staff Dean Gushee, M.D., will host two Polar Bear Presentations at 6 p.m. in the Hospital’s Ellinor Room. Both presentations are free and open to the public. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and presentations start at 6 p.m. Reservations are required as seating is limited. Please RSVP before May 13 by calling (360) 427-3623.
MGH&FC Honors Staff and Physicians with a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and Celebrates National Hospital Week
The celebration of the completion of Mason General Hospital’s two-year “Campus Renewal and Construction Project” has special significance as it coincides with this year’s National Hospital Week celebration, which takes place the week of May 12. The official ribbon-cutting ceremony, held in honor and recognition of Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics’ staff and physicians, will signify and celebrate the end of the project.
The ribbon cutting ceremony will take place on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, beginning at 9 a.m. at the Emergency Entrance (North Entrance) to MGH&FC. The public is invited. Following the ribbon cutting ceremony and reception will be the Auxiliary’s Gift Shop Grand Opening and book signing, “Care: A Hospital for Mason County”, by local author Carolyn Maddux.
Other FREE events for the week’s celebration include:
- Women’s Health Event Saturday, May 11, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hospital’s Main Entrance (south entrance).
- Tuesday, May 14, 6 p.m. renown local author Carolyn Maddux, will talk to the public about her latest book, “Care: A Hospital for Mason County,” a book about the history of Mason General Hospital. The event will be in the Ellinor Room. (Note: The following day, May 15, Carolyn will have a public book signing in the Auxiliary’s new Gift Shop at MGH at 10:30 a.m.
- Thursday and Friday, May 16 and 17th at 6 p.m. , Ellinor Room. Chief of the Medical Staff Dean Gushee, M.D. will give a presentation about Polar Bears. His Polar Bear Presentations are free and open to the public. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with the presentation starting at 6 p.m. Reservations are required as seating is limited. Please RSVP by May 13 by calling (360) 427-3623.
"Women's Health Event" Heads Hospital Week in May
Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics will host their annual Women’s Health Event on Saturday, May 11, 2013 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Main Entrance of Mason General Hospital, the day before the National Hospital Week celebration. The first 50 women aged 40 to 65, who are uninsured or underinsured for mammograms will receive a free digital screening mammogram, funded by the Karen Hilburn Breast and Cervical Cancer Fund; the Washington Breast, Cervical and Colon Health Program; and Susan G. Komen for the Cure of Puget Sound.
Some of the other free services offered include blood pressure checks and diabetes testing, and women’s health information on cervical cancers. Volunteers from Kaliedescope Massage will provide mini-massages.
Nutritional services will also be featured at the Women’s Event, and healthy refreshments will be served in the Hospital’s new Main Entrance lobby. For more information on the Women’s Health Event, call (360) 432-7706.
Last Call - Hospital Foundation Seeks Nominations for 2013 American Business Women's Award
This is the last call for nominations for Mason General Hospital Foundation’s tribute to the community’s most outstanding business women in 2013. MGHF is seeking nominations for its 16th Annual American Business Women’s Award. Those selected will be presented with the award at a luncheon held in their honor on Friday, September 20, 2013 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Mason General Hospital (room to be announced). Tickets for the event are $25 per person.
Every year, MGH Foundation honors outstanding business women in our community who are or were successful in their occupations, work or have worked in Mason County, and are active and volunteer in the community.
Past honorees include: 1998 – Miriam Hall, Janet Thornbrue, and Patti Tupper; 1999 – Nita Bariekman, Jean Lee, and Norma Taylor; 2000 – Kay Gott, Colleen Hunter, and Doris Wilson, M.D.; 2001 – Mary Helen Anderson, Beth Johnston, R.N., and Betty Wolfe; 2002 – Carol Hunter, Rose Nye, and Cherrie Reitsch; 2003 – Janis Byrd, Carolyn Olsen, and Gayle Weston; 2004 – Patti Case, Betty Wing, and Catherine Ann Wolf; 2005 – Angela Wake Olsen, Michelle Schnitzer Corral, and Renee Youngs; 2006 – Xinh Dwelley, Irene Locke, and Virginia J. McCarty; 2007 – Lynn Busacca, Vicki Gonzalez, and Lynn Harvey; 2008 – Laurie Buhl, Pam Hanson, and Billie Howard; 2009 – Kristy Buck, Sharon Tibbits, and Lisa Woodard; 2010 – Janene Pettyjohn Bandes, Pamela Hunter Schlauderaff, and Cheryl Stewart; 2011 – Barbara Dunbar, Deb Nielson, and Gretchen Schodde; and 2012 – Stephanie L. Fyfe, Diana Goldy, and Patty J. Ayala Ross.
To nominate a business woman who qualifies for this year’s award, an entry form can be obtained from the Hospital website at www.MasonGeneral.com or pick one up at the MGH&FC Development Office at Gateway Center, 2505 Olympic Highway North, Suite 460, Shelton, 98584. All nomination forms must be received by the Development Office postmarked by Friday, May 31. For more information, visit the MGH Foundation web page or call (360) 427-3623 (from Allyn (360) 275-8614).
Brenda Kersting
April Employee of the Month
Brenda Kersting, reimbursement account specialist in MGH&FC’s business office, was selected by her peers to be the Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics Employee of the Month for April.
In the business office, Brenda handles all the reimbursements for Mountain View Women’s Health (MVWH) – one of the eight clinics in the MGH&FC healthcare system. The majority of her time is spent on MVWH’s patient and insurance billing, and when time allows, she helps with the reimbursements for the other seven clinics. She has been with MGH&FC since 2009, when Obstetrician/Gynecologist Jonathan Gold, M.D., sold his practice to MGH&FC. Prior to that she worked in Dr. Gold’s office for two years.
“Brenda is a very dedicated team player and leader. She leads by example with her positive attitude, compassion for others, and willingness to always go above and beyond to help people. She is a perfect employee who is always on top of her work,” said her nominator. After receiving her award Brenda shared what she likes most about her job – “Getting the insurance companies to pay for the services we have provided. I will stay on it until the last penny is paid.”
When not working, Brenda enjoys spending time with her three children, ages 15, 18, and 23. “I go to the boys’ sports events, travel with my daughter, stay home with them as a family and play board games, or just hang out,” she added, with a smile.
MGH&FC Presents "Living Well With Diabetes" 3-Evening Class in June
Learning to self-manage diabetes and keep it under control is the way to a normal, healthy lifestyle, and to preventing serious complications that can arise from the condition. Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics is offering another 3-evening class in diabetes self-management entitled “Living Well With Diabetes” on Tuesday & Wednesday, June 18 and 19 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. and on Thursday, June 20 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Pershing Meeting Room at the Hospital.
An expert team of MGH&FC health professionals teach the class, covering everything from the diagnosis and treatment of diabetes to its medications, proper meal planning, exercise, prevention and treatment of complications, stress management, living well, and engaging support people and a healthcare team. Understanding your condition and knowing how to manage it on your own is the goal, and the key to achieving a longer, healthier life.
Family members/significant others are also encouraged to attend, for the support they can provide to their loved ones with diabetes. Due to limited space, advanced registration for the class is required, so make your reservation early by calling Sue Barwick, R.N., certified diabetes educator, at (360) 426-1611, ext. 3301 (from Allyn (360) 275-8614, ext. 3301). Diabetes education is a covered service under most insurance plans.
MGH&FC Offers CPR/First Aid Class in June
The next CPR/First Aid class offered by Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics is scheduled for Thursday May 13, 2013 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Hospital’s Learning Center, located next to McDonald’s on Olympic Highway North. Every other month this program is offered to community members for a non-refundable registration fee of $25 (exact cash or check) payable in advance, with a “course completion card” made available at the end of the class.
Open to the entire community, the CPR/First Aid class extends the community CPR class to include first aid training. Comfortable clothing is recommended for all participants and a Spanish interpreter can be provided on request. Books will be made available prior, during, and after course, and they may also be purchased for an additional $20.
As class size is limited to 16 persons, early registration and fee payment for the class is required between May 13 and June 10 by calling the Learning Center at (360) 427-3609.
Suzanne Rudoll
March Employee of the Month
Suzanne Rudoll, R.N., B.S.N, lead patient care coordinator, was selected by her peers to be the Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics Employee of the Month for March. She began working at MGH 17 years ago, and this is the second time she has received this honor.
“Suzanne has the most amazing work ethic. She is a great patient advocate, and works closely with the physicians to ensure the patients receive excellent care. Her fun personality makes her a pleasure to work with,” said her nominator. “Other employees consult with her because of her knowledge, which makes her an additional asset to MGH.” Suzanne’s primary job responsibility is to coordinate patient care from the time the patient is admitted to the Hospital until they are discharged. She works closely with physicians, house supervisors, nurses, hospitalists, discharge planners, and other ancillary departments. In addition, she provides clinical information to insurance companies, as needed.
“The people I work with are the best,” Rudoll said, after receiving the award. “We are like family, and since I don’t have any immediate family in Washington, it makes working at the Hospital extra special.”
When Suzanne is not at work she loves being outdoors – kayaking, golfing, cycling, and gardening. She has a son, Matt, who is currently attending the Art Institute of Orange County, CA. She also has two dogs – Taz and Chevy.
"Beating High Blood Pressure"
April Topic at MGH Shelton Diabetes Support Group Meeting
According to the latest statistics from the CDC, high blood pressure affects one in three Americans ‒ and many don’t even realize they have it. Keeping it under control should be of particular concern to those with diabetes, as high blood pressure puts them at a greater risk for heart disease and stroke, the leading cause of death in the United States. “Beating High Blood Pressure” will be the topic of the next Mason General Hospital Shelton Diabetes Support Group meeting to be held on Thursday, April 18, 2013 from 1 to 2 p.m. in the New Meeting Room at the Hospital.
Catherine McHugh, ARNP, Olympic Physicians, PLLC, will be the guest speaker on this topic. She received her training at the Seattle University College of Nursing, adopting a whole-person healthcare philosophy, and a personal mission to empower patients to manage their health to the best it can be. Catherine will discuss what high blood pressure (hypertension) is and its importance in diabetes management, how to prevent and treat it, and blood pressure target goals. As always, there will be time set aside for questions and answers.
The Shelton Diabetes Support Group, affiliated with the American Diabetes Association, meets at the Hospital every third Thursday of the month from September to June. It is free and open to people with type 1 and 2 diabetes, their friends, and family. For more information call Sue Barwick, R.N., C.D.E. at (360) 427-7332 (from Allyn (360) 275-8614, and ask for the Diabetes Wellness Center).
Hospital Expands Wound Care Services with Ostomy Treatment
Treatment for acute and chronic wounds is available locally at Mason General Hospital. New on board is Pamela Lutter, MS, CWOCN a Certified Wound, Ostomy and Continence Specialist who treats ostomy patients with additional expertise in ostomy and incontinence treatment. She obtained her wound, ostomy and continence care specialty education from Emory University in 2006.
MGH’s Wound Care Services, launched in 2009, has expanded into a larger treatment area in the Hospital’s new wing. Coordinating with area nursing homes, home-care facilities, and doctors’ offices, they are now able to offer better continuity of care for patients. “Continuity of care is vital to the healing process, and being close to home is important to the patients,” said Ms. Lutter. The Certified Wound, Ostomy, Continence Specialist credential is for multi-disciplinary wound-care, accredited by the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society – an international professional nursing society.
Ms. Lutter’s training brings the latest in evidence-based wound treatment to MGH&FC, making it possible for patients to start a course of treatment without having to travel out of the area. “Nobody in our community should have to suffer with a chronic wound that won’t heal, or attempt to treat it themselves at home, when professional treatment is so close by,” Ms. Lutter added.
With a doctor’s referral, patients with a chronic wound or ostomy can begin treatment with Ms. Lutter immediately. For further information or to set up an appointment, call MGH&FC Wound Care Services at (360) 432-3271.
Hospital Hosts Heart Healthy Meeting and Luncheon
Keeping your heart healthy is of particular concern for with those living with chronic health conditions, and in a program designed to improve health for heart patients, Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics is hosting a “Heart Healthy Support Group Meeting & Lunch” at the Hospital on Thursday, May 2, 2013 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
There is no cost to participate, and family members, friends and/or caregivers of those with heart failure are also welcome to attend. A team of healthcare professionals from MGH&FC will go over the causes, signs and symptoms of heart failure; how to deal with stress, anxiety and depression; manage medications, diet and exercise; and discuss how to better communicate with doctors, family and friends. The support group meeting includes a presentation from an ICU nurse, healthy eating tips from a dietician, low impact exercises from a physical therapist, and an opportunity to chat with a pharmacist ‒ all with the goal of keeping your heart mended and healthy through education.
Advanced registration for the Hearth Healthy Support Group and Lunch is required by Thursday April 25, and can be emailed to Terri Gushee at tgushee@masongeneral.com, or Gale Ziegler at gziegler@masongeneral.com. To register by phone, call (360) 427-9596, or (360) 427-9559.
"Diabetes Refresher" - March Topic at MGH Shelton Diabetes Support Group Meeting
As an introduction for new joiners and a refresher for those who have attended in the past, the March Diabetes Support Group, sponsored by Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics, will offer a “Diabetes Refresher” class on Thursday, March 21, 2013 from 1 to 2 p.m. in the new PUD Conference Room at 2621 E John’s Prairie Road, Shelton.
Debbie McGinnis, R.N., BSN, and diabetes nurse educator at Mason General Hospital’s Diabetes Wellness Center, will define what diabetes is, provide information on its current diagnosis guidelines, and give an overview of the American Diabetes Association self-management tools. The basics of type 1 and type 2 diabetes will be discussed, and time will be set aside for questions and answers.
The Shelton Diabetes Support Group, affiliated with the American Diabetes Association, meets at the Hospital every third Thursday of the month from September to June. It is free and open to people with type 1 and 2 diabetes, their friends, and family. For more information call Sue Barwick, R.N., C.D.E. at (360) 427-7332 (from Allyn (360) 275-8614, and ask for the Diabetes Wellness Center).
MGH&FC Director of Education Receives Humanitarian Award
Tom DiDonna, R.N., MSN, D.H.Sc., Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics director of education, was selected to receive the 2012-13 A.T. Still University of Health Sciences (ATSU) Alumni Humanitarian Award, in recognition of his contributions to his profession, community, and to his doctorial alma mater. The award was presented to Dr. DiDonna on February 5, 2013 at the Arizona Campus.
Dr. DiDonna received his doctorate from ATSU in 2010. According to ATSU, Dr. DiDonna was awarded, “For his commitment to improving global health, and his volunteer services to The American Academy of Pediatrics by offering the Helping Babies Breathe program to resource poor countries for the last four years.” His work targets eliminating unnecessary deaths of the newly born in deprived regions. He has also initiated simple and replicable strategies to reduce the incidence of unnecessary post-birth hemorrhage, which is the leading cause of death in young women of resource-poor countries. His volunteerism has brought him to Jamaica, Guatemala, South Africa, Swaziland, Namibia, and many other regions around the globe. Dr. DiDonna also volunteers with Operation Smile, which targets infants and children suffering from severe cranio-facial disorders and cleft palates in underprivileged areas of the world.
In addition, ATSU stated, “Tom was recognized because of his passion for training other global healthcare professionals, which not only inspired them, but gave them the advanced skills needed to improve and sustain the health of the most vulnerable in their own communities.”
The Humanitarian of the Year Award is a university-wide distinction from hundreds of alumni who are involved in volunteerism. This award emanates from the A.T. Still University School of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, and honors those who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, enthusiasm, and leadership through volunteer service. Founded in 1892, ATSU School of Health Sciences provides graduate level education in ‘whole person’ healthcare. Recognized internationally for its integrated approach, ATSU educates students with the knowledge, compassion, and hands-on experience needed to address a person’s body, mind and spirit, dedicating effort and resources to the needs of underserved populations.
“I am humbled and grateful to the many people that made this distinction possible. I look forward to what can be done in 2013,” DiDonna stated, after receiving the award.
MGH&FC Hosts Another Free "Women's Health Event" in May
Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics will host another free Women’s Health Event on Saturday, May 11, 2013 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the new Main (south) Entrance of Mason General Hospital.
All women are invited to come join the fun… and take control of their lives while MGH&FC’s healthcare professionals provide valuable health information and free blood pressure, cardiac, and diabetes testing. The first 50 women, aged 40 to 65, who are uninsured or underinsured for mammograms will receive a free digital mammogram screening, funded by the Karen Hilburn Breast and Cervical Cancer Fund; the Washington Breast, Cervical and Colon Health Program; and Susan G. Komen for the Cure of Puget Sound.
The Event will also offer healthy refreshments, mini massages, nutritional services, and information on the HPV vaccine that prevents most cases of cervical cancer. It is free and open to all women in the community. For more information on the Women’s Health Event, call (360) 432-7706.
MGH&FC Presents Another CPR/First Aid Class in April
Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics will be presenting its next CPR/First Aid class, which is offered every second month, on Thursday April 11, 2013 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Hospital’s Learning Center, located next to McDonald’s on Olympic Highway North. This certificate class requires a non-refundable registration fee of $25 (exact cash or check) payable in advance, and a “course completion card” will be available at the end of the class.
The CPR/First Aid certificate class is open to the entire community, and a Spanish interpreter can be made available on request. Comfortable clothing is recommended for all participants, and books will be made available prior, during, and after course. They may also be purchased for an additional $20.
Class size is limited to 16 persons, and registration for this class begins March 11. Registration and payment must be made in advance, before April 4, by calling the Learning Center at (360) 427-3609.
Hospital Hosts "Living Well With Diabetes" Class in April
With proper information, diabetes may be self-managed and brought under control to prevent serious complications and allow for a normal, healthy lifestyle. Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics teaches effective self-management of this condition in a 2-day class entitled “Living Well With Diabetes.” The next class is set for Tuesday and Wednesday, April 16 and 17, 2013 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Skokomish and Washington Meeting Rooms at the Hospital.
Taught by an expert team of MGH&FC health professionals, the class covers everything about the diagnosis and treatment of diabetes - its medications, proper meal planning, exercise, prevention and treatment of complications, stress management, living well, and engaging support people and a healthcare team. A clear understanding of diabetes and knowing how to manage it on your own is the key to improving your health and living a longer life!
Family members/significant others are also encouraged to attend the class, for the support they can provide to their loved ones with diabetes. Due to limited space, advanced registration for the class is required, so make your reservation early by calling Sue Barwick, R.N., certified diabetes educator, at (360) 426-1611, ext. 3301 (from Allyn (360) 275-8614, ext. 3301). Diabetes education is a covered service under most insurance plans.
"Sign Up Now and Save" for Centennial Hospital Guild's Annual Fun Run
This year’s annual Mason County Forest Festival “Goldsborough Creek Fun Run” hosted by Centennial Hospital Guild, an affiliate of Mason General Hospital Foundation, participants to sign up before May 14 for the special rate of $20! After May 14 the rate goes up to $25, and the optional purchase of a commemorative t-shirt will not be available.
The Fun Run starts at 7 a.m. on Saturday, June 1 at Shelton Valley Christian School, and features a 7-mile Run/Walk, a 2 -mile Run/Walk, or a ¼-mile Junior Jog. The 7-mile walk begins at 7 a.m. with the other walk/runs at 8 a.m. at Shelton Valley Christian School; and Junior Jog starts at 9:30 a.m. at the corner of 7th Street and Railroad Avenue. All events will finish at the Shelton Post Office. The Title Sponsor is Regence BlueShield; and the other sponsors include: Armstrong & Armstrong Christmas Trees; Gillis Auto Center; Hiawatha Evergreens; Lynch Creek Farm; McCarty & Associates, “a marketing firm”; Simpson Lumber Company; and Don Small and Sons, Oil Distributors.
The Fun Run is for walkers or runners – family and friends, and each competitor will receive a 2013 Mason County Forest Festival Button. Entry fee for the Junior Jog is $12. Pre-registration forms and entry fees must be returned with their fees by May 27. To register on-line, go to www.Active.com and type in “Goldsborough Creek.” All Fun Run proceeds will benefit Mason General Hospital.
Immediately following the event at 9:45 a.m., the Goldsborough Creek Run Awards will be presented at the Shelton Post Office grounds, and the Mason County Forest Festival Paul Bunyan Parade starts at 11 a.m. on Railroad Avenue. For more information, please visit www.MasonGeneral.com.
MGH Foundation Calls for American Business Women's Award Nominations
For this year’s tribute to our community’s most outstanding business women, Mason General Hospital Foundation is seeking nominations for its 16th Annual American Business Women’s Award. Those selected will be presented with the award at a luncheon held in their honor on Friday, September 20, 2013 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Mason General Hospital. Tickets for the event are $25 per person. Every year, MGH Foundation honors outstanding business women in our community who are or were successful in their occupations, work or have worked in Mason County, and are active and volunteer in the community.
Past honorees include: 1998 – Miriam Hall, Janet Thornbrue, and Patti Tupper; 1999 – Nita Bariekman, Jean Lee, and Norma Taylor; 2000 – Kay Gott, Colleen Hunter, and Doris Wilson, M.D.; 2001 – Mary Helen Anderson, Beth Johnston, R.N., and Betty Wolfe; 2002 – Carol Hunter, Rose Nye, and Cherrie Reitsch; 2003 – Janis Byrd, Carolyn Olsen, and Gayle Weston; 2004 – Patti Case, Betty Wing, and Catherine Ann Wolf; 2005 – Angela Wake Olsen, Michelle Schnitzer Corral, and Renee Youngs; 2006 – Xinh Dwelley, Irene Locke, and Virginia J. McCarty; 2007 – Lynn Busacca, Vicki Gonzalez, and Lynn Harvey; 2008 – Laurie Buhl, Pam Hanson, and Billie Howard; 2009 – Kristy Buck, Sharon Tibbits, and Lisa Woodard; 2010 – Janene Pettyjohn Bandes, Pamela Hunter Schlauderaff, and Cheryl Stewart; 2011 – Barbara Dunbar, Deb Nielson, and Gretchen Schodde; and 2012 – Stephanie L. Fyfe, Diana Goldy, and Patty J. Ayala Ross.
To nominate a business woman who qualifies for this year’s award, an entry form can be obtained from the Hospital website at www.MasonGeneral.com or pick one up at the MGH&FC Development Office at Gateway Center, 2505 Olympic Highway North, Suite 460, Shelton, 98584. All nomination forms must be received by the Development Office postmarked by Friday, May 31. For more information, visit the MGH Foundation web page or call (360) 427-3623 (from Allyn (360) 275-8614).
MGH&FC "Living Well" 6-Week Chronic Disease Self-Management Program
Long-term medical conditions that diminish a person’s quality of life and leave them constantly feeling sick and tired don’t have to be a life sentence. “Living Well” is a six-week program developed at Stanford University and presented by Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics and Maple Glen Senior Living that is designed to help people manage long-term health conditions and improve their lives ‒ one step at a time. The classes run on six Tuesday afternoons, March 5 through April 9 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Maple Glen Senior Living, 1700 N 13th Loop Road, Shelton. This is funded in part by a grant from the Area Agency on Aging.
The Living Well program is free and open to anyone who suffers with a chronic health condition or long-term disability such as a heart or respiratory condition, arthritis, chronic pain, fatigue, or depression from a debilitating illness. The six weekly workshops are a guide for managing medications, controlling pain, finding the right exercise and diet, dealing with depression, fatigue and stress, and communicating better with doctors, family and friends. The aim is to help people accomplish their goals, maximize their health, and achieve a better quality of life.
There is no cost to participate in the Living Well program and family members, friends and/or caregivers of those with chronic health conditions are also welcome to attend. For more information and to register, call Terri at (360) 427-9596, or Kimberly at (36) 427-0300.
Cheryl Thompson
January Employee of the Month
Cheryl (Arnold) Thompson, a medical assistant at Mason General Hospital Shelton Family Medicine, was selected by her peers to be Employee of the Month for January. She began working at Shelton Family Medicine almost 16 years ago, after becoming a medical assistant. She is a 1992 Shelton High School graduate.
“Cheryl is a joy to work with and always makes time to help someone else. Patients comment on how wonderful she is, and how she makes sure their questions, referrals, or medication refills are taken care of,” said her nominator. “She always has a smile on her face and a great attitude.”
“I absolutely love my job. The patients are wonderful to work with and my co-workers are so supportive of each other. It is really a pleasure to work here,” Cheryl said, after receiving her award. When Cheryl is not working she is busy raising five children – two of her own, and three nieces and nephews. In addition, she enjoys watching movies – especially action and suspense movies – and doing crafts.
Olympic Physicians Welcomes Dr. Rachel Reeg
Rachel Anne Reeg, M.D., recently joined the medical staff at Olympic Physicians, PLLC and Mason General Hospital. She graduated with a medical degree from the University of Washington, Seattle in 2005, and completed the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio in 2008. Dr. Reeg is board-certified in internal medicine, and has a particular interest in treating patients with multiple medical problems, to slow disease progression and its impact on daily activities. She is also an active member on the Thurston-Mason County Medical Society Board of Trustees.
Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Dr. Reeg enjoys photography in her leisure time, and being with her husband and two children. Olympic Physicians is located across from Mason General Hospital at 237 Professional Way in Shelton. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Reeg, call the clinic at (360) 426-2500. Olympic Physicians web site is www.OlympicPhysicians.com .
Mountain View Women's Health Announces Changes in Evening Hours Beginning in March
Mason General Hospital’s Mountain View Women’s Health (MVWH), which normally has evening hours on Tuesday or Thursday evenings every week, will be open late only on Wednesday evenings for appointments beginning in March, 2013. Until the end of February, late appointments will continue to be scheduled on alternating Tuesday and Thursday evenings until 7 p.m. The usual day-time office hours at MVWH are Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Fridays.
MVWH is a full-service medical clinic that provides treatment for women of all ages with gynecological and obstetrical needs, and is staffed by three board-certified gynecologist/obstetricians ‒ Lystra B. Wilson-Celestine, M.D.; Nkem Nwosa, M.D.; and Alford N. Vassall, Jr., M.D. To schedule an appointment call (360) 426-0955.
Hospital Board of Commissioners Elects 2013 Officers
Public Hospital District No.1, the governing body of Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics – MGH Ankle & Foot, MGH Eye Clinic, MGH Family Health, MGH Shelton Orthopedics, MGH Surgery Clinic, MGH Mountain View Women’s Health, MGH Oakland Bay Pediatrics, and MGH Shelton Family Medicine recently announced its officers for the 2013.
Scott Hilburn, Shelton, was elected president of the three-person Board; Don Wilson, Potlatch, is secretary; and Nancy Trucksess, Shelton, is a trustee. The Board of Commissioners meets at 8 a.m. in the Washington Room at Mason General Hospital every second and fourth Tuesday of the month (except holidays).
Hospital Hosts "Living Well With Diabetes" Class in April
With proper information, diabetes may be self-managed and brought under control to prevent serious complications and allow for a normal, healthy lifestyle. Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics teaches effective self-management of this condition in a 2-day class entitled “Living Well With Diabetes.” The next class is set for Tuesday and Wednesday, April 16 and 17, 2013 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Skokomish and Washington Meeting Rooms at the Hospital.
Taught by an expert team of MGH&FC health professionals, the class covers everything about the diagnosis and treatment of diabetes - its medications, proper meal planning, exercise, prevention and treatment of complications, stress management, living well, and engaging support people and a healthcare team. A clear understanding of diabetes and knowing how to manage it on your own is the key to improving your health and living a longer life!
Family members/significant others are also encouraged to attend the class, for the support they can provide to their loved ones with diabetes. Due to limited space, advanced registration for the class is required, so make your reservation early by calling Sue Barwick, R.N., certified diabetes educator, at (360) 426-1611, ext. 3301 (from Allyn (360) 275-8614, ext. 3301). Diabetes education is a covered service under most insurance plans.
MGH&FC Offers Free Community CPR Class in March
Be a ‘hero” in the community by learning some simple lifesaving skills at Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics’ next FREE Adult, Child, and Infant Basic Life Support CPR class to be held on Thursday, March 14, 2013, from 6 to 9 p.m. at MGH&FC’s Learning Center, located next to McDonald’s on Olympic Highway North.
You can save someone’s life by knowing the correct technique for adult, child, and infant CPR, and how to recognize the signs of a heart attack or stroke. Everyone in the community is invited and encouraged learn the basics of CPR and emergency response before medical help arrives. Comfortable clothing is advised for the class, and a Spanish interpreter will be made available on request.
Class size is limited and spaces fill up fast on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants should pre-register early ‒ before March 8 ‒ by calling the Learning Center at (360) 427-3609. This is not a First Aid class.
Jayni Kamin Appointed Executive Director of Love Inc.
Jayni Kamin, a founding board member of Mason County Love INC, former Mason County Commissioner and Shelton School Board member, was appointed to be the Executive Director for Love INC of Mason County by the Board of Directors January 2, 2013, effective immediately. Kamin had served as interim executive director since the end of October. She has served on the board for the past three years as vice president and most recently as president. In 2012 Love INC of Mason County helped nearly 1,200 adults and children with more than 2,577 volunteer hours. An increase of 60 percent over 2011.
“We as a board, feel Jayni is the person who can take Love INC to the next level,” said Bill Kendrick, president of Love INC and former Superintendent of Seattle Public Schools, now retired. “We feel strongly that Jayni has all the skills and attributes to do a great job as executive director.”
Love INC of Mason County has 20 partner churches of all denominations from Mason County that combine their resources to provide help for local people needing assistance. The Mason County office operates a clearinghouse where requests are verified and then matched with the appropriate church ministry, community organization or volunteer aid for help. Current Gap Ministries provide children’s clothing through Northwest Children’s Outreach, Blankets of Love, furniture, firewood, medical equipment, hygiene supplies for released offenders, and hats for oncology patients. The long-term goal is to offer additional relational ministries such as budget mentoring, stress management, programs for strengthening families and job readiness classes.
There are currently 157 Love INC affiliates in the United States that have helped over 700,000 people in need in 2011 alone. Through 8,600 churches and 9,200 community agen¬cies, plus over a million volunteer hours over 1,500,000 unique requests were filled. Love INC is a non-profit corporation 501(c) (3) located in downtown Shelton. To contact the office call (360) 462-LOVE (5683), or e-mail: Loveinc@hcc.net. The Clearinghouse is open Tuesday thru Thursday.
Mason General Hospital has New Year's Baby 2013
Nkem N. Nwosa, M.D., board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist at Mason General Hospital Mountain View Women’s Health (right) stands with the parents of the first 2013 New Year’s baby – Elizabyth Joy Kelsey. Dr. Nwosa delivered Elizabyth on January 2 at 1:45 a.m. The proud parents are Dominique Zappia and Shaun Kelsey. Elizabyth weighed 6 lbs., 4 oz.
Dr. Eldie Cruz, Now Board Certified at MGH Surgery Clinic
Mason General Hospital & Family of Clinics recently announced that General Surgeon Eldie L. Cruz, M.D., is now board-certified in General Surgery. Dr. Cruz received his medical degree from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in 2004, and completed his internship and residency there in 2009. He performs surgeries of the gastrointestinal tract, breast, colon, hernia, thyroid, and does cancer surgeries and laparoscopic procedures. He is experienced in taking care of a variety of surgical problems, with a special interest in laparoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery.
Oakland Bay Physician, Rose Ann Rayos, Receives Board Certification
Local Pediatrician Rose Ann Rayos M.D., who has been with Mason General Hospital Oakland Bay Pediatrics since July 2012, recently became Board Certified. To be Board Certified a physician must meet certain criteria and pass the American Board of Pediatrics Certifying Exam.
Dr. Rayos received her medical degree in 2006 from the University of Santo Tomas Royal and Pontifical Catholic University in Manila, Philippines. She completed her residency at the Children’s Hospital at Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch New Jersey, in June 2012, where she was the recipient of Cygnet Research Award and Dr. Martin Quirk Award.
In addition to specializing in pediatrics, Dr. Rayos has special interest in oral health and neonatal resuscitation. She treats children of all ages at Oakland Bay Pediatrics, located at 247 Professional Way in Shelton. To make appointments with Dr. Rayos please call (360) 426-3102.