Parrish Medical Center News

Parrish Medical Center
951 North Washington Avenue
Titusville, FL 32796
321-268-6110
www.parrishmed.com

PRESS RELEASE
Contact: Natalie Sellers, APR
321-268-6110

About Parrish Medical Center
Parrish Medical Center is a nationally recognized industry leader having earned a number of prestigious recognitions, including America's #1 Healing Hospital, HealthGrades^® Outstanding Patient Experience Award™, Modern Healthcare Magazine's Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare and Spirit of Excellence Awards, Hospital of Choice Award, National Spirit of Women Premier Hospital, and more Joint Commission disease-specific Gold Seal^® certifications than all but one other hospital in Florida. For more information, visit parrishmed.com or call 321-268-6110.
About The Children's Center
The Children's Center, an affiliate of Parrish Medical Center, offers a variety of learning and early development programs for area children. The Center consists of six local partner agencies working together to meet the needs of children. The Children's Center is located on Highway U.S. 1 in Titusville. For more information, visit parrishmed.com.
About Parrish Health & Fitness
Parrish Health & Fitness Center is North Brevard's only medically integrated wellness center. It features state-of-the-art strength and cardiovascular training equipment, multiple weight-training rooms, two indoor heated pools, personal fitness training, wellness coaching, more than 80 weekly group fitness classes, and much more. Located at 2210 Cheney Highway (Hwy 50) Titusville, FL 32780. Call 321-268-6200 for more information, or go online to parrishmed.com and click on Programs & Services / More Locations / Parrish Health & Fitness Center.
About Parrish HealthCare Center at Port St. John
Parrish Healthcare Center at Port St. John is "Healing in Nature^®" and a service of Parrish Medical Center, nationally recognized as a service and quality leader. The healthcare center is silver LEED (Leadership in Energy Efficient Design) certified by the U.S. Green Building Association and offers a wide range of outpatient diagnostic services and primary care. For more information visit healinginnature.com or call 321-636-9393.
About Jess Parrish Medical Foundation
The mission of JPMF is to inspire philanthropy and volunteerism in support of Parrish Medical Center's mission of healing experiences for everyone all the time. Through staff and volunteers, JPMF raises funds to support healthcare initiatives in North Brevard County. Its two signature projects are The Parrish Health Village and The Children's Center. For more information about JPMF, call 321-269-4066.

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World's Greatest Baby Shower Coming Saturday, May 1
Annual event to be held at The Children's Center in Titusville
TITUSVILLE, FLA, March 12, 2010— The best gift you can give an expectant or new mother is to bring her to the World's Greatest Baby Shower, Saturday, May 1 — communities working together to promote healthy babies and healthy mothers. This annual event will be held at The Children's Center, 5650 South Washington Avenue, Titusville. The free event will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and targets all new and expectant parents, including adoptive parents.
The World's Greatest Baby Shower offers educational exhibits and helpful presentations by healthcare and other children's experts, plus light refreshments and plenty of door prizes. Topics this year are "Make Your Own Baby Food," offered by Beth Shephard, University of Florida Extension Agent/IFAS Brevard County Extension; "Diabetes in Children" by Omar Hudson, MD, pediatric endocrinologist with MIMA; "Drowning Prevention/Water Safety" by Gayle Whitworth, University of Florida Extension Agent/IFAS Brevard County Extension; and "Ask A Doc" panel with a lactation specialist, midwife, anesthesiologist and pediatrician. Over 40 informational booths showcasing agencies or merchants will offer their services to young families with soon-to-be newborns or infants under two years old.
Sponsors of the World's Greatest Baby Shower are Parrish Medical Center Spirit of Women, University of Florida/Brevard County Extension Service, Titusville Kiwanis, The Children's Center, Brevard County Health Department/WIC and B.E.T.A. of Titusville, Inc.
For more information call 321-633-1702, or 321-952-4536, ext.245

Jess Parrish Medical Foundation offers Doctors' Day recognition program
TITUSVILLE, FLA, March 12, 2010—Jess Parrish Medical Foundation (JPMF) is offering the community a special opportunity to participate in Parrish Medical Center's (PMC) vision of Healing Families—Healing Communities by honoring a PMC physician.
First held on March 30, 1933, National Doctors' Day is the perfect occasion to honor a PMC physician by making a gift to JPMF and writing a personal note of thanks to him or her. Appreciation notes will be personally delivered to physicians. Gift amounts will not be disclosed.
Proceeds will benefit The Karla Foster, RN, Memorial Nursing Scholarship, unless otherwise designated. The Karla Foster scholarship was established in 2007 by Douglas Foster in loving memory of his late wife, Karla Foster, RN, who had been a registered nurse at PMC for more than 22 years prior to her death in a tragic accident. The scholarship is awarded every year to a deserving student to pursue his or her dream of becoming a nurse.
Brochures about this recognition program may be obtained by calling JPMF at 321-269-4066. Each brochure contains blank appreciation notes to complete for the physician and a remittance envelope. Or you may send your appreciation note and monetary gift directly to the Jess Parrish Medical Foundation to P.O. Box 2969, Titusville, FL 32781-2969.

A.W.A.K.E. New Sleep Apnea Support Group
Meeting At Parrish Healthcare Center at Port St. John
PORT ST. JOHN, FLA (March 2, 2010)—Parrish Sleep Disorder Center will host monthly A.W.A.K.E. support group meeting at the Parrish Healthcare Center at Port St. John, located at 5005 Port St. John Parkway (I-95 and PSJ Pkwy exit). The group will meet the first Monday of every month beginning April 5, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
A.W.A.K.E., an acronym for Alert, Well, And Keeping Energetic, is a network of hundreds of mutual-help support groups throughout the United States for persons affected by sleep apnea. The group will discuss such topics as continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy; legal issues affecting individuals with sleep apnea; weight loss; treatment options such as oral appliances, surgery; and new research findings.
The A.W.A.K.E. Network, founded in 1988, is part of the American Sleep Apnea Association (ASAA), and since 1990 the two have been partners in assisting people with apnea, their families, and the healthcare community concerned with sleep apnea.
For more information or to register to attend the A.W.A.K.E. support group contact Kristine St. Peters, neurodiagnostic supervisor, at 321-268-6408.
According to the ASAA, sleep apnea is as common as adult diabetes. It affects more than 12 million Americans, according to the National Institutes of Health. Risk factors include being male, overweight, and over the age of forty, but sleep apnea can strike anyone at any age. Because of the lack of awareness by the public and healthcare professionals, the vast majority of those with sleep apnea remain undiagnosed and therefore untreated, despite the fact that this serious disorder can have significant consequences. Untreated sleep apnea can cause high blood pressure and other cardiovascular disease, memory problems, weight gain, headaches and other conditions.
Parrish Sleep Disorder Center, accredited by the American Sleep Disorder Association, offers a free online risk assessment at www.parrishmed.com/sleepaware.

Empower Kids with Kidz 'N Power
Free Interactive Child Safety Seminar Will Focus On Confidence Building
TITUSVILLE, FLA, February 26, 2010 — Is your child safe? Confidence is the key! When you empower your child, you teach them to confidently make choices. When you teach them to make good choices, you empower them for life.
Space Coast Martial Arts and ATA Martial Arts are committed to maximizing child safety through the Kidz 'N Power program. Children and their parents are welcome to join a one-hour program on Saturday, March 13, 2010, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., at Parrish Health & Fitness Center, 2210 Cheney Highway, Titusville, Fla.
This free open house, co-sponsored by Parrish Health & Fitness Center, will feature "Stranger Danger" role playing, "How to Deal With Bullies," child ID cards and fingerprinting and more! Call 321-268-6200 or email Bridget.Griffin@parrishmed.com for information. Additional information is also available at the Web site www.kidznpower.net.
ATA schools are the exclusive provider of this educational program in our community. Additionally, ATA has partnered with AMBER Alert (www.AmberAlert.com) to increase AMBER Alert notification via email and personal communication devices. After an AMBER Alert is issued, state-of-the-art technology is used to notify subscribers of a missing child in a specific area.

MedFast Urgent Care Center coming to Parrish Healthcare Center at Port St. John
PORT ST. JOHN, FL (February 25, 2010)—MedFast Urgent Care Centers will open a new location inside Port St. John's largest outpatient healthcare center—Parrish Healthcare Center, located on Port St. John Parkway. The new $1.1 million urgent care center addition will be completed by summer 2010.
"Parrish Medical Center made the largest healthcare investment in the history of the Port St. John-North Cocoa-Canaveral Groves communities when we constructed the state's first silver LEED-certified green and medically advanced outpatient healthcare center in 2007," said J.J. Parrish III, chairman of the Parrish Medical Center board of directors.
"The addition of the MedFast Urgent Care Center marks another milestone in the growth of Port St. John and surrounding communities and in the level of healthcare services those communities receive," Parrish said.
The MedFast Urgent Care Center at Parrish Healthcare Center at Port St. John will provide the community with its first comprehensive, multidisciplinary emergent care facility, featuring emergency room-experienced physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners, along with a full complement of advanced treatment and diagnostic imaging services (from labs and x-rays to MRI, CT and more) in one convenient location.
Because it will be staffed by MedFast emergency room-experienced physicians, the center will offer much more than traditional urgent care services. The new center will treat all types of emergent or urgent illnesses or injuries such as fractures, cuts that need stitches, sprains, asthma/bronchitis/sinusitis, as well as treat abdominal pain, respiratory infections, pelvic pain, headache, infections, influenza, and sports and other injuries. In addition, the center will offer occupational medicine/workers comp and corporate health services, physicals, and vaccinations.
Maureen Rupe, a Port St. John resident and Parrish Medical Center board member, also serves on the advisory committee of Port St. John and Canaveral Groves residents. She said that community involvement has been an important factor in the decision to open an urgent care center to serve Port St. John, Canaveral Groves and north Cocoa.
"From the beginning, the citizens of Port St. John, Canaveral Groves and north Cocoa have helped guide the programs and services — and even the design — of their healthcare center," said Rupe. "Through surveys, focus groups and the work of the Port St. John citizen advisory group, the people who live in these communities have made important contributions to the healthcare center's progress and success. Convenient access to primary and urgent care was high on the priority list for residents: Parrish Medical Center listened and brought both to the community."
"The Parrish mission is healing experiences for everyone all the time, and the Urgent Care Center is another extension of that mission," said George Mikitarian, Parrish Medical Center president and chief executive officer. "That healing mission is why we also have physician offices located at the Parrish Healthcare Center, to serve the people of Port St. John and surrounding communities.
"The Urgent Care Center will bring the total Parrish investment in Port St. John to more than $35 million," Mikitarian added.
Among services available now at the Parrish Healthcare Center at Port St. John are advanced digital diagnostic technology (digital mammography, CT, MRI, Ultrasound); full-time primary care physician specialists; laboratory services; a sleep disorder center; physical therapy; diabetes education; wound care; occupational therapy; stress testing and other heart-related services.
About MedFast Urgent Care Center at Parrish Healthcare Center at Port St. John
Additional community investment of $1.1 million, bringing the total Parrish Healthcare Center at Port St. John investment to $35 million

Fast & easy access

Extended hours: seven days a week, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Convenient access on Port St. John Parkway to both I-95 and Grissom Road

Only North Brevard Urgent Care Center to offer its depth of services, including full-service diagnostic imaging; typical centers have x-ray and lab only

Your full record, including images, will be delivered to your physician for his or her review of the results of your visit

Will accept most insurance plans, including Blue Cross and Blue Shield (for Urgent Care services only), and cash payments for services

Operated as a part of the nationally recognized and awarded Parrish culture of excellence

List of services to be available:

Urgent care level services

Abdominal pain

Asthma/bronchitis/sinusitis

Cellulitis

Infections (ear, urinary tract, etc)

Fractures

Gastrointestinal (GI) or genitourinary (GU) complaints

General medicine

Headaches

Lacerations (cuts requiring stitches)

Respiratory infections

Pelvic pain

Sprains/strains

Sports injuries

Physicals

Annual/Basic (ages 18+)

Camp, School, Sports

College physical

Executive physical

DOT/DOE/OSHA/Resp.

Laboratory (Blood) Testing Services & Screenings

Direct Access Testing services (walk-in, no doctor's order needed)

Vaccinations/Immunizations

Parrish Healthcare Center at Port St. John is "Healing in Nature®" and a service of Parrish Medical Center, nationally recognized as a service and quality leader. For more information visit healinginnature.com or call 321-636-9393.

PARRISH MEDICAL CENTER'S ENDOSCOPY UNIT RECOGNIZED BY LEADING GASTROINTESTINAL MEDICAL SOCIETY FOR QUALITY AND SAFETY
OAK BROOK, Ill. February 25, 2010 The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE), a leading gastrointestinal medical society, has recognized Titusville, Fla.-based Parrish Medical Center's Endoscopy Unit as part of its program specifically dedicated to promoting quality in endoscopy, in all settings where it is practiced in the United States. Parrish Medical Center's endoscopy unit is one of 167 endoscopy units to be granted the recognition since 2009. The ASGE Endoscopy Unit Recognition Program honors endoscopy units that follow the ASGE guidelines on privileging, quality assurance, endoscopy reprocessing and CDC infection control guidelines and have completed specialized training on principles in quality and safety in endoscopy.
"We are honored to be recognized by ASGE for our efforts to enhance quality and safety in our endoscopy unit and to be one of only five in the state," said Bernard Vinoski, MD, board-certified gastroenterologist and PMC endoscopy services medical director. "The program course on improving quality and safety provided us with valuable knowledge to continue to give our patients the safest and best care possible."
Upon completion of the program, units receive an ASGE "Certificate of Recognition" for promoting quality in endoscopy.
"ASGE is delighted to be recognizing these 167 endoscopy units, whose staff work hard every day to provide high-quality care to their patients in a safe environment," said Bret T. Petersen, MD, FASGE, chairman, ASGE Quality Assurance in Endoscopy Committee. "There continues to be an outstanding response to this program. We are proud to acknowledge these ASGE members through our Endoscopy Unit Recognition Program for their commitment to promoting the highest standards of safety and quality."
About the Program
To successfully complete the program and receive a Certificate of Recognition, a center must show proof of successful and current accreditation by a recognized accrediting body (AAAHC, Joint Commission); sign an attestation affirming that certain ASGE and CDC guidelines are adopted as minimum requirements of the unit policy; and have a representative of the unit complete the ASGE Recognition Course, "Improving Quality and Safety In Your Endoscopy Unit." The Certificate of Recognition award is granted for a three-year renewable period.
The program is applicable to all settings in the United States where endoscopy is practiced, including office-based endoscopy units, hospital-based endoscopy units, and stand-alone ambulatory endoscopy or surgery centers.
An important component of the program is an educational course that thoroughly reviews related guidelines. Honorees attended the "Improving Quality and Safety in Your Endoscopy Unit" course held in Oak Brook, Ill., in October 2009.
ASGE and Quality
ASGE is the profession's leader in setting standards of excellence in endoscopy through its safety guidelines and the training of its members so that patients receive the best and safest care possible. The Society constantly reinforces the importance of quality among its members through member communications, such as emails and newsletters, and its CME courses, including "Improving Quality and Safety in Your Endoscopy Unit."
About Parrish Medical Center
Parrish Medical Center is a nationally recognized industry leader having earned a number of prestigious recognitions, including America's #1 Healing Hospital; Health Grades® Outstanding Patient Experience Award, Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence Award, and Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Awards; Modern Healthcare Magazine's Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare and Spirit of Excellence Awards; Hospital of Choice Award; National Spirit of Women Premier Hospital; and more Joint Commission disease-specific Gold Seal® certifications than all but two other hospital in Florida. For more information, visit parrishmed.com or call 321-268-6110.

About the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Since its founding in 1941, the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) has been dedicated to advancing patient care and digestive health by promoting excellence in gastrointestinal endoscopy. ASGE, with more than 11,000 members worldwide, promotes the highest standards for endoscopic training and practice, fosters endoscopic research, recognizes distinguished contributions to endoscopy, and is the foremost resource for endoscopic education. Visit www.asge.org and www.screen4coloncancer.org for more information and to find a qualified doctor in your area.
About Endoscopy
Endoscopy is performed by specially trained physicians called endoscopists using the most current technology to diagnose and treat diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. Using flexible, thin tubes called endoscopes, endoscopists are able to access the human digestive tract without incisions via natural orifices. Endoscopes are designed with high-intensity lighting and fitted with precision devices that allow viewing and treatment of the gastrointestinal system.

Learning and Fun Around the House
Free Healthy Living Seminar: Inexpensive Play Activities In The Home
TITUSVILLE, FLA, February 9, 2010 — Where can you find fun, creative and inexpensive play activities for your child that are right for his or her unique development abilities?
Right in your own home!
Join Amanda Farrell, Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist of Space Coast Early Steps, on Wednesday, March 10, from 10 am to 11 a.m., 5650 South Washington Ave., Titusville, Fla., as they share ideas on utilizing materials found in your home to stimulate playtime with your child.
The free healthy living seminars, sponsored by The Children's Center, offer families health and wellness education. Call 321-264-0855 or e-mail childrenscenter@parrishmed.com to register. For more information, visit the Web site at www.parrishchildrenscenter.com.
About The Children's Center
The Children's Center, an affiliate of Parrish Medical Center, offers a variety of learning and early development programs for area children. The Center consists of six local partner agencies working together to meet the needs of children. The Children's Center is located on Highway U.S. 1 in Titusville. For more information, visit parrishmed.com.

Arcadian Broad, of America's Got Talent Fame, Will Perform at Day of Dance, Saturday February 27
TITUSVILLE, FLA. (February 9, 2010) — If you've got rhythm, or even the occasional urge to "bust a move" on the dance floor, you can groove your way over to Sand Point Park in Titusville on Saturday, February 27 for the fourth annual Spirit of Women Day of Dance. Starting at 11 a.m., Parrish Medical Center will host a fabulous celebration of fitness and heart health for the entire family. Enjoy a day of dance instruction, demonstrations, games, prizes and health screenings as part of the Red Shoe Initiative—a campaign that inspires women and families to get active! Every step counts and admission is free.
Featured dancer Arcadian Broad will dance his way into your hearts with his unique dance routines. He'll be performing at 1:00 p.m. and 1:20 p.m.
A Central Florida resident, Arcadian was a 2009 semifinalist on NBC's "America's Got Talent" TV show playing piano and dancing. He also appeared as a guest on the Ellen DeGeneres TV show.
Arcadian's love for the piano became apparent at an early age and he started formal lessons at age 4. Dance also became one of his passions, and three years of intensive piano and dance studies have put Arcadian on an entertainment fast track.
His dance training consists of many hours of classes, rehearsals and competitions. Arcadian has received a gold medal at the American Dance Competition and a silver medal at YAGP (Youth America Grand Prix). In 2009 he performed in opening night for the Orlando Ballet's production of "The Nutcracker," and in January 2010 Arcadian was guest artist with the Space Coast Pops Orchestra where he performed the third movement of Mendelssohn's Piano Concerto No. 1.
Don't miss this inspirational day of dance that's fun for the whole family. Walk, run or rock on over to Sand Point Park in Titusville on Saturday, February 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and move like you mean it!
The Day of Dance is brought to you exclusively by Parrish Medical Center, Brevard's only "Spirit of Women" network hospital and America's number one healing hospital. Visit parrishmed.com/dayofdance or call 321-268-6110 for more information.
CarePlus Health Plans, Inc., the Day of Dance premier sponsor, specializes in Medicare Advantage HMO Plans with almost 10 years of operational experience. Based in Miami, Fla., CarePlus is the third largest Medicare Advantage HMO Organization in the state of Florida.

Orlando Magic Dancers and Arcadian Broad, of America's Got Talent Fame, Will Perform at Day of Dance, Saturday February 27
TITUSVILLE, FLA. (February 4, 2010) — If you've got rhythm, or even the occasional urge to "bust a move" on the dance floor, you can groove your way over to Sand Point Park in Titusville on Saturday, February 27 for the fourth annual Spirit of Women Day of Dance. Starting at 11 a.m., Parrish Medical Center will host a fabulous celebration of fitness and heart health for the entire family. Enjoy a day of dance instruction, demonstrations, games, prizes and health screenings as part of the Red Shoe Initiative–a campaign that inspires women and families to get active! Every step counts and admission is free.
Come and shake it up with the Orlando Magic® Dancers, who will be on site from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. These famous dancers will perform their routines and inspire you to get moving and dance along with them. They'll also lead clinics and sign autographs, so don't miss this opportunity to see the Orlando Magic Dancers up close and personal.
Arcadian Broad will dance his way into your hearts with his unique dance routines. A Central Florida resident, Arcadian was a 2009 semifinalist on NBC's "America's Got Talent" TV show playing piano and dancing.
Families will also enjoy dance demonstration and instruction from emcees Alberto and Selena Hoyos, co-founders of Rhythmic Harmony International, Inc. Together, they have over 50 years of experience teaching, speaking, performing and dancing. Alberto and Selena have traveled the world, performing for world leaders, royalty, celebrities and many others.
"The power of music and dance moves people of all ages to become more confident, more relaxed and more fully engaged in their work and personal lives," said Alberto Hoyos.
Families will enjoy the Radio Disney AM 990 Road Crew, sports simulators, bouncy houses and games. You'll also benefit from health screenings, free blood pressure checks and receive health, beauty and wellness information.
Don't miss this inspirational day of dance that's fun for the whole family. Walk, run or rock on over to Sand Point Park in Titusville on Saturday, February 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and move like you mean it!
The Day of Dance is brought to you exclusively by Parrish Medical Center, Brevard's only "Spirit of Women" network hospital and America's number one healing hospital. Visit parrishmed.com/dayofdance or call 321-268-6110 for more information.

Emcees Selena and Alberta Hoyas show off some Latin dance steps on stage at the 2009 Day of Dance.
Swing dancers movin' and groovin' on stage at the 2009 Day of Dance.

Parrish Medical Center Earns Total Joint Replacement
Gold Seals for Quality from The Joint Commission
This brings PMC's total number of Gold Seals to nine—
one of only five hospitals in the nation with as many
(TITUSVILLE, FLA, Friday, January 29, 2010)—Parrish Medical Center has earned two more Gold Seals of Approval for healthcare quality. The Joint Commission awarded Parrish Medical Center with the Disease-Specific Care certification for both Hip and Knee Joint Replacement. This brings the hospital's total number of Gold Seals to nine, and makes PMC one of only five in the nation to have earned as many Gold Seals from The Joint Commission.
PMC's nine Disease-Specific Care certification gold seals for quality are in the areas of (1) acute coronary syndrome (heart attack treatment), (2) breast health, (3) diabetes management, (4) heart failure care, (5) hip replacement, (6) knee replacement, (7) palliative care, (8) stroke and (9) wound care. "When we introduced the Parrish Human Motion Institute (HMI) a year ago, we knew we had a top-notch joint replacement program, and achieving these two most recent Gold Seals from the Joint Commission confirms it," said George Mikitarian, PMC president/CEO.
The Parrish HMI emphasizes a comprehensive, integrated approach that includes prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of bones, muscles and joints. It includes physicians who specialize in orthopedics, neurosurgery, physiatry (physical medicine and rehabilitation), and sports medicine. Total hip and knee replacement procedures, for which PMC received the latest Joint Commission certifications, are performed by orthopedic surgeons in the HMI program.
"We continue to be very proud of our care partners (employees, physicians and volunteers) for working every day to constantly improve and achieve simply amazing results," said PMC Board Chair J.J. Parrish, III.
To earn this and the other seven distinctions, PMC underwent an extensive, on-site evaluation by Joint Commission reviewers. The program is evaluated against Joint Commission standards for Disease- Specific Certification through an assessment of the program's processes, the program's ability to evaluate and improve care within its own organization, the emphasis on patient self-management, and interviews with patients and staff. The tracer methodology process, used in the interview process, tracks the patient's progression through the program, facility, and ultimately discharge and sometimes post discharge.
To achieve the Gold Seals of Approval, PMC must consistently meet four specific quality measures for patients undergoing a hip or knee replacement for the next two years:
Compliance with the Surgical Care Improvement Project (SCIP): Ensure antibiotics are administered appropriately and timely both pre- and postoperatively

Compliance with the Surgical Care Improvement Project (SCIP) for the implementation of appropriate and timely venous thromboembolism prophylaxis

Patient Satisfaction: Garnering high patient satisfaction scores in regard to pain management

Diabetes Intervention: Monitoring patient glucose levels pre- and postoperatively and intervening appropriately to decrease risk of infection
"In addition to meeting the rigorous Joint Commission standards for disease-specific care, what really distinguishes PMC is our dedication to our mission—healing experiences for everyone all the time," said Gloria Velez-Barone, director of Parrish Human Motion Institute program.
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About Parrish Medical Center
Parrish Medical Center is a nationally recognized industry leader having earned a number of prestigious recognitions including America's #1 Healing Hospital, HealthGrades Outstanding Patient Experience Award, Hospital of Choice Award, Modern Healthcare's Spirit of Excellence Award for Service, National Spirit of Women Premier Hospital, Commission on Cancer Accreditation with Commendation, and more Joint Commission disease-specific Gold Seal® certifications than all but two other hospitals in the nation. For more information, visit parrishmed.com or call 321-268-6110.
About The Joint Commission
The Joint Commission's Disease-Specific Care Certification Program, launched in 2002, is designed to evaluate disease management and chronic care services that are provided by direct care providers such as hospitals and home care vendors, as well as health plans and disease management service companies. Organizations may seek certification for clinical programs for virtually any chronic disease or condition.
About the Parrish Human Motion Institute
Parrish Medical Center is one of a select group of medical centers around the country to offer the Human Motion Institute® (HMI), a new concept in orthopedic and musculoskeletal care. The Parrish HMI emphasizes a comprehensive, integrated approach that includes prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of bones, muscles and joints. It includes physicians who specialize in orthopedics, neurosurgery, physiatry (physical medicine and rehabilitation), and sports medicine. HMI physicians offer, but are not limited to, the following: bone and muscle care, fracture care, joint replacement, joint reconstruction, kyphoplasty, minimally invasive surgery, osteopathic manipulative therapy, outpatient rehabilitation, pain management care and surgery.

Parrish Medical Center Ranked in Top Five Percent In the Nation for Quality and Service
One of only three Florida hospitals recognized for both Outstanding Patient Experience and Clinical Performance by HealthGrades, the Leading Independent Healthcare Ratings Organization Titusville, Florida (January 26, 2010) Parrish Medical Center announced today that a new study ranks its clinical quality among the top five percent in the nation. The study by HealthGrades, the leading independent healthcare ratings organization in the country, analyzed patient outcomes at each of the nation's 5,000 nonfederal hospitals over the years 2006, 2007 and 2008 and named hospitals in the top five percent as HealthGrades Distinguished Hospitals for Clinical Excellence.
"This, coupled with having just earned HealthGrades' Outstanding Patient Experience award for 2009/2010 makes Parrish Medical Center one of only a handful of hospitals in America to earn top honors for both clinical and service excellence from this prestigious healthcare ratings organization," said Parrish Medical Center Chairman of the Board, Jay Parrish, III.
According to HealthGrades, of the more than 5,000 American hospitals only 30 total and three in Florida (Baptist Hospital of Miami, Mayo Clinic-Jacksonville and Parrish Medical Center) received the 2010 Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence and the 2009/2010 Outstanding Patient Satisfaction Award.
Every year since opening its leading-edge healing environment in 2002, PMC has earned a steady stream of national recognitions for clinical, service and workplace excellence proving they are among the best-of-the-best hospitals in the industry.
"Any organization, healthcare or otherwise, can only achieve this level of continuous excellence through its people," said Parrish Medical Center President/CEO George Mikitarian. "And I am very proud to say that PMC care partners (employees, medical staff, volunteers and board members) are among the finest healthcare professionals anywhere."
   This newest accomplishment places Parrish Medical Center in the top five percent of hospitals in the nation, according to the eighth annual HealthGrades Hospital Quality and Clinical Excellence study.
Parrish Medical Center, and the other hospitals in the top five percent, demonstrated patient outcomes that far exceeded those of other hospitals. Patients admitted to these hospitals had risk-adjusted mortality rates that were, on average, 29 percent lower than all other hospitals. Risk-adjusted complication rates were, on average, 9 percent lower than all other hospitals.
Parrish Medical Center is one of only 269 hospitals that received this distinction from HealthGrades. In 2010, Parrish Medical Center also received 5-star ratings for treatment of heart attack, heart failure and sepsis, according to HealthGrades.
"Our data show that only a select few hospitals achieve high-quality patient outcomes, not just in a few categories of care, but across the board and over time," said Rick May, MD, a vice president with HealthGrades and an author of the study. "Patients in communities with a Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence should feel proud of the hospital's accomplishments, and confident that the level of care there is among the very best in the nation."
The study states: "Patients who choose to receive their care at a Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence certainly will have a lower risk for an adverse clinical outcome relative to all other hospitals."
As a group, Parrish Medical Center, and those identified as being in the top five percent in the nation, improved their mortality rates at a faster pace than all other hospitals. Over the years 2006, 2007 and 2008 the HealthGrades study found that Distinguished Hospitals for Clinical Excellence lowered their risk-adjusted mortality rates over the three years by an average of 14%, compared with a 10% average improvement of all other hospitals.
Methodology
This is the eighth year that HealthGrades has independently analyzed the clinical quality performance of all non-federal hospitals across the country in 26 procedures and diagnoses. In the study, the company reviewed approximately 40 million hospitalization records from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, over the years 2006, 2007 and 2008. All hospitals that participate in the Medicare program were part of the independent study. Hospitals that receive the HealthGrades Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence are those hospitals that rank in the top five percent when all 26 individual scores are aggregated into an overall score.
Editor's note: A full copy of the study is available at http://www.healthgrades.com or by contacting Scott Shapiro at sshapiro@healthgrades.com.

Jess Parrish Medical Foundation accepting scholarship applications
TITUSVILLE, FLA, January 25, 2010—The Jess Parrish Medical Foundation (JPMF) is now accepting scholarship applications from high school seniors who plan to pursue a career in a medical/healthcare field. Scholarship amounts range from $500 to $1,500 and recipients will be announced in May.
Scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who reside in the North Brevard County Hospital District (Fay Boulevard in Port St. John north to the Brevard/Volusia county line). Students must have a 3.0 grade point average or greater, based on a 4.0 scale. Students who have been awarded a JPMF scholarship in previous years may reapply, provided they are continuing in a medical/healthcare field and have maintained at least a 3.0 grade point average.
High school students who attend Astronaut High, Space Coast High and Titusville High may obtain an application from the Guidance Office at their school. Others may obtain an application by calling the Jess Parrish Medical Foundation at 321-269-4066. The deadline for submitting applications is Friday, March 19, 2010.
The mission of JPMF is to inspire philanthropy and volunteerism in support of Parrish Medical Center's mission of healing experiences for everyone all the time. Through staff and volunteers, JPMF raises funds to support healthcare initiatives in North Brevard County. Its two signature projects are The Health Village at Main Street PMC and The Children's Center. For a scholarship application or more information about Jess Parrish Medical Foundation, call 321-269-4066.

Speech and Language Development: Birth to Five
Free Healthy Living Seminar: Tips for Promoting Language Development
Red Flags: What to be Concerned About
TITUSVILLE, FLA, January 18, 2010 —Are you concerned about your child's language development? Do you know what to expect between birth and age five? This Free Healthy Living Seminar, sponsored by The Children's Center will offer Tips for Promoting Language Development and will highlight "Red Flags: What to be Concerned About."
It will be held on Wednesday, February 10, 2010, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., at The Children's Center, 5650 South Washington Ave., Titusville, Fla.
Experts in the field of language development, Tammy Karr, M.A. CCC-SLP, Vivian Freeman, M.A. CCC-SLP and Karen Rodriquez, M.A. CCC-SLP of Brevard County Schools, will provide parents with tips for promoting language development and the "red flags" they should be concerned about.
The free healthy living seminars, sponsored by The Children's Center, offer families health and wellness education.

Children and Invisible Smoke From Tobacco Products
Free Healthy Living Seminar: What Every Parent and Grandparent Should Know
TITUSVILLE, FLA, January 8, 2010 — Dan Williams, Health Promotions coordinator with the Brevard Tobacco Initiative, a PREVENT! of Brevard, Inc. program funded by the Florida Department of Health, will present this free Healthy Living seminar. It will be held on Wednesday, January 13, 2010, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., at The Children's Center, 5650 South Washington Ave., Titusville, Fla.
The free healthy living seminars, sponsored by The Children's Center, offer families health and wellness education.

Dianne and Bobby Goldsboro To Visit The Children's Center Respite Care Program

Bobby and Dianne Goldsboro will be at The Children's Center in Titusville on Saturday, December 5 for the Respite Care Program.

A service for both typically developing and special needs children
TITUSVILLE, FLA, November 30, 2009—The Children's Center, located at 5650 S. US 1 in Titusville, will welcome special visitors to the Respite Care program on Saturday, December 5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All children ages 1-15 can participate in this monthly program, but space is limited to the first 45 children. Seniors whose caregivers could benefit from an afternoon of respite care will also be included in this month's program, and up to five seniors can be accommodated. For more information and to participate in respite care, please call 264-0855 or email childrenscenter@parrishmed.com.
The Respite Program this Saturday, December 5, will include Bobby Goldsboro, the legendary singer/songwriter, and his wife Dianne. Bobby became famous for his number one hit song "Honey," which was the largest-selling record in the world in 1968. But it is Dianne's interest in children with special needs that will bring them from their home in Ocala to the Space Coast for a visit to the Titusville respite care program. Dianne was born with Spina Bifida, and because of personal medical challenges, she's had a lifelong commitment to working with children who have special needs. Dianne spends much of her time visiting children's hospitals and programs and donating Swamp Critters, stuffed animals and other items from the popular television show created by her husband Bobby. She does all these things just to put a smile on a child's face.
The Children's Center, an affiliate of Parrish Medical Center, offers a variety of learning and early development programs for area children. The Children's Center consists of six local partner agencies working together to meet the needs of children. It annually serves nearly 1,300 children and their families. The Children's Center is located at 5650 S. Washington Avenue in Titusville. For more information call the Children's Center at 321-264-0855 or visit parrishmed.com or www.parrishchildrenscenter.com.

Media Advisory
What: Annual Parrish Medical Center Gift of Light Holiday Celebration
When: Sunday, December 6, 2009, 3 to 6:30 pm
Where: Parrish Medical Center, 951 N. Washington Ave., Titusville, FL 32796
Who: Parrish Medical Center Auxiliary and Jess Parrish Medical Foundation Why: Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony to celebrate season and fundraising for the Parrish Health Village, a one-stop destination for healthy aging services.
This annual event brings families together in a holiday spirit. You'll enjoy:
WFTV Meteorologist Tom Terry, Emcee

Photos with Santa & Mrs. Clause

Children's crafts, games and prizes

Holiday tree auction sponsored by the Titusville Area Chamber of Commerce

Candy Cane Express train rides

Meet live reindeer

Lite Rock 99.3 live remote

Fun and games with the Radio Disney AM 990 Road Crew

Live entertainment on the outdoor stage by the Mistletones, Brevard Symphony Orchestra Brass quintet, Strolling Carolers and community groups

· Tree lighting at 6 pm; 50-foot outdoor tree generously donated by the Parrish Medical Center Auxiliary to commemorate 50 years of service to North Brevard
Funds raised through the purchase of a light on the tree or the star in honor or memory of a loved one will be used for the Parrish Health Village, a first-of-its-kind healing environment that combines the ambiance and attractiveness of a small town setting with compassionate, skilled, specialized care for older adults and their families. Slated for completion in 2011.
Gift of Light is a community event sponsored by the Parrish Medical Center Auxiliary, Jess Parrish Medical Foundation with support from Atlantic Business Systems, Benton House, Coastal Health Systems of Brevard, CIGNA and PMC Medical Staff.

Meet Real Reindeer at Parrish Medical Center's Gift of Light
Sunday, December 6, 2009
3:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Everyone is welcome.
You'll find something for everyone, from little ones to seniors. Children's crafts will keep little hands busy and give them something to take home. Children can also have their photo taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus inside PMC. Outside they can see live reindeer, including a baby reindeer, take a kiddie train ride, rock out with the Radio Disney AM990 Road Crew, sing along to your favorite holiday carols and meet WFTV's Tom Terry, who will host the holiday show from the outdoor stage. The lighting of the 50-foot holiday tree, donated by the Parrish Medical Center Auxiliary, will take place around 6:00 pm.
The event is free and open to the public.
Individuals have an opportunity to purchase a light on the 50-foot tree in honor or memory of a loved one as a donation to the Jess Parrish Medical Foundation (JPMF). Funds raised through the purchase of a light on the tree benefit the Parrish Health Village, a unique healing environment that combines the ambiance and attractiveness of a small town setting with specialized care for older adults and their families. For more information about making a donation to the JPMF, please call 321-269-4066 or to make an online donation visit the foundation's home page.
Gift of Light is a community event sponsored by the Parrish Medical Center Auxiliary, Jess Parrish Medical Foundation with support from Atlantic Business Systems, Benton House, Coastal Health Systems of Brevard, CIGNA and PMC Medical Staff.

Get Ready for the Holiday Season with the Gift of Light at Parrish Medical Center
You'll find something for everyone, from little ones to seniors. Children's crafts will keep little hands busy and give them something to take home. Children can also have their photo taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus inside PMC. Outside they can see live reindeer, including a baby reindeer, take a kiddie train ride, rock out with the Radio Disney AM990 Road Crew, and meet WFTV's Tom Terry, who will host the holiday show from the outdoor stage. The lighting of the 50-foot holiday tree, donated by the Parrish Medical Center Auxiliary, will take place around 6:30 pm.
The event is free and open to the public.
Click Here To View Video From Last Year's Gift of Light
Individuals have an opportunity to purchase a light on the 50-foot tree in honor or memory of a loved one as a donation to the Jess Parrish Medical Foundation (JPMF). Funds raised through the purchase of a light on the tree benefit the Parrish Medical Health Village, a unique healing environment that combines the ambiance and attractiveness of a small town setting with specialized care for older adults and their families. For more information about making a donation to the JPMF, please call 321-269-4066.

(L-R) Event co-chair Katherine Musick and chairwoman Linda Fliss present a $7,606 check to Parrish Medical Center Oncology Program Coordinator Marsha Richardson and Jess Parrish Medical Foundation Board Chair Jason Snodgrass. The money raised at the fourth annual "All About You" event is earmarked for the breast health program at Parrish Medical Center.

"All About You" Event Raises More Than $7,600 for Women's Health
TITUSVILLE, FLA, November 20, 2009—The fourth annual "All About You" event, held at La Cita Country Club on October 24, 2009, saw more than 400 women enjoy a day of festivities especially for women. The day included food, holiday shopping, and exclusive items to bid on including themed gift baskets valued at between $600 $1,600, and a gold and diamond necklace. Proceeds will benefit the Parrish Medical Center Breast Health Program. Event Chairwoman Linda Fliss presented a check for $7,606 to Parrish Medical Center Oncology Program Coordinator Marsha Richardson, and Jess Parrish Medical Foundation Board Chair Jason Snodgrass.
The mission of JPMF is to build partnerships with people who have a common interest in insuring continued healthcare excellence for the residents of North Brevard. Through staff and volunteers, JPMF raises funds to support healthcare initiatives in North Brevard County. For more information about Jess Parrish Medical Foundation, call 321-269-4066.

Free Family Healthy Living Seminar at The Children's Center
Nutraceuticals: What You Should Know About Vitamins and Supplements
TITUSVILLE, FLA, November 20, 2009—Join board-certified family practice physician Anita Spitz at The Children's Center on Wed., Dec. 9, from 10 am to 11 am for a free Healthy Living Seminar. The Children's Center is located at 5650 South Washington Ave., Titusville. Dr. Spitz will offer families health and wellness education on the use of vitamins and supplements.
The Children's Center, an affiliate of Parrish Medical Center, offers a variety of learning and early development programs for area children. The Center consists of seven local partner agencies working together to meet the needs of children. The Children's Center is located on Highway U.S. 1 in Titusville. For more information, visit parrishmed.com.

WFTV Chief Meteorologist Tom Terry to Emcee Parrish Medical Annual Gift of Light Holiday Event
TITUSVILLE, FL, October 16 , 2009 -- Parrish Medical Center is pleased to announce WFTV Chief Meteorologist Tom Terry will be the official emcee at its annual Gift of Light holiday event. This free public event will be held on Sunday, December 6, from 3 pm to 6 pm at Parrish Medical Center located at 951 N. Washington Avenue, Titusville, Fla.
"During the infamous 2004 hurricane season, Tom Terry's expertise and accuracy made him the most watched meteorologist in Central Florida," said Natalie Sellers, hospital spokesperson. "We are thrilled to have him serve as master of ceremonies for our annual Gift of Light event."
Annually this popular, traditional holiday event attracts more than 1,000 people from around North and Central Brevard. "Families enjoy seeing the 22 multicultural holiday displays in the hospital and many families use our holiday displays as backdrops for their family holiday photos and cards," added Sellers. Other event attractions include:
Photos with Santa & Mrs. Clause

Children's crafts, games, train rides and prizes

Holiday tree auction sponsored by the Titusville Area Chamber of Commerce

Meet live reindeer

Gingerbread cookie decorating

Fun and games with the Radio Disney AM 990 Road Crew

Live entertainment on the outdoor stage by the Mistletones, Strolling Carolers, Brevard Symphony Orchestra Brass quintet, and community performing groups

WFTV Channel 9 and Lite Rock 99.1 live remotes

Tree lighting at 6 pm; a spectacular 50-foot outdoor tree generously donated by the Parrish Medical Center Auxiliary
The event is free and open to the public. Individuals will have an opportunity to purchase a light on the 50-foot tree in honor or memory of a loved one as a donation to the Jess Parrish Medical Foundation (JPMF). Funds raised through the purchase of a light on the tree benefit the Parrish Medical Health Village, a unique healing environment that combines the ambiance and attractiveness of a small town setting with specialized care for older adults and their families. For more information about making a donation to the JPMF, please call 321-269-4099.

Parrish Senior Solutions Open House
Who: Parrish Senior Solutions
What: Open House and Ribbon Cutting
Free. Public welcome. Light refreshments.
When: Thursday, November 5, from 4 to 6 pm
4:30 pm Ribbon Cutting with Titusville Area Chamber of Commerce
Where: 805 Century Medical Drive, Titusville, FL 32796
Next to Parrish Senior Consultation Center (Dr. Tronetti's office)
Why: The open house will serve to acquaint the community with this new service being offered as part of Parrish Medical Center's healthy aging initiatives. Parrish Senior Solutions will assist seniors, older adults and their caregivers (spouse, children, family member or friend) with finding the services and information unique to their needs in a convenience, single location. A highly specialized social worker will provide individual and group support services and she, along with a staff of trained volunteers, will provide personal assistance with locating the desired resources, including but not limited to:
Advance directive planning

Community resources

Counseling services

Durable medical goods

Legal referrals & advisors

Lifeline/Project Lifesaver

Living arrangement options

Private duty care

SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of the Elderly)

Support groups

Transportation options
For more information about Parrish Senior Solutions, contact Janet Rooks, MA, Senior Solutions Coordinator, 321-268-6800 or email Seniorsolutions@parrishmed.com

Community Conversion about Domestic Violence
In the spirit of partnering with our community to raise awareness about this serious issue, Parrish Medical Center will be the hosting site for an upcoming Community Conversation about Domestic Violence sponsored by Florida Today and United Way.
Who: Parrish Medical Center, Florida Today and United Way
What: Community Conversation about Domestic Violence
When: Thursday, October 29, 6 pm
Where: Parrish Medical Center, Conference Center
Why: October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Compassion and Competence: Caring in Times of Crisis
Brevard County Chaplains Day For Networking And Learning
The Second Annual Brevard County Chaplains Day is scheduled for Friday, October 23, 2009. The one-day gathering will be held at Wuesthoff Hospice and Palliative Care, 8060 Spyglass Road, Viera, from 9 am to 3:30 pm.
Chaplains serving in any capacity in Brevard County—law enforcement, fire, crisis response teams, military, port, jail/prisons, hospitals, hospices, nursing homes and schools—are encouraged to attend this day for networking and learning.
"Last year's event was a very successful first effort and we are exited to offer another excellent program for Brevard County Chaplains this year," said The Reverend Robert Bruckart, chair of the planning committee.
Speakers for this year's Chaplains Day include keynote speaker Reverend Jake Popejoy, PhD, LCDR Jay Bergstresser, and Andrea Miller, MD.
Reverend Popejoy has served as chaplain to the FBI and was on scene for several notable disaster events, including the bombing of the Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City in 1995. Opening and closing the event, Reverend Popejoy will address "Ministry Beyond the Traditional Mindset" and "Ministry in a Pluralistic Society."
LCDR Bergstresser will speak on his recent deployment in Afghanistan and "Bringing Peace in the Midst of War."
Dr. Miller will speak on the important and difficult task of "Breaking Bad News."
A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided. Registration is free, but space is limited. Early registration is recommended.
For more information or to make your reservation for the Second Annual Brevard County Chaplains Day, contact Danielle Cowin at danielle.cowin@health-first.org.
Event Committee:
Chair, Robert Bruckart, Director of Pastoral Care, Health First
Jon Arnold, Manager of Pastoral Care, Cape Canaveral Hospital
Danielle Cowin, Education Coordinator, Health First Center for Learning
Jerald Smith, Director of Pastoral Care, Parrish Medical Center
Ann Taylor-Owen, Chaplain, Wuesthoff Hospice and Palliative Care

Rev. Dr. Jerald Smith
Director of Pastoral Care
Parrish Medical Center
951 N. Washington Ave.
Titusville, FL 32796
Ph. 321.268.6333 ext.3526
Fax 321.268.6283
Jerald.Smith@parrishmed.com

Reading with Radio Disney AM 990
The Children's Center will host readings based on classic Disney movies.
TITUSVILLE, FLA (October 12, 2009) Join the Radio Disney AM 990 road crew at The Children's Center in Titusville on Thursday, October 22, from 10 am to 11 am for a fun, interactive hour of Disney magic. The Children's Center is located at 5650 S. Washington Ave. (US-1 south of Titusville Chrysler Jeep Dodge).
The Radio Disney AM 990 road crew will present interactive stories that will be fun for all ages. Each 2030 minute story will involve two to three children from the group to help tell the story with the use of sound makers and various instruments.
Based on Walt Disney Pictures' films and characters, each story highlights a different theme. For example, the Hercules story promotes fitness and health, Mulan tells the tale of courage, and Winnie the Pooh talks about friendship.
Don't miss this opportunity to Read with Radio Disney AM 990. For more information call the Children's Center at 321-264-0855. Free and open to the public.
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The Children's Center, an affiliate of Parrish Medical Center, offers a variety of learning and early development programs for area children. The Center consists of seven local partner agencies working together to meet the needs of children. The Children's Center is located on Highway U.S. 1 in Titusville. For more information, visit parrishmed.com or www.nbbd.com/npr/ChildrensCenter.

Free Healthy Living Seminars at The Children's Center
Young families can learn some important skills they will need as their children grow
TITUSVILLE, FL, October 7, 2009—The Children's Center, an affiliate of Parrish Medical Center, and located at 5650 S. Washington Ave., Titusville, is sponsoring a series of free Healthy Living seminars for young families to help them learn some important skills they will need as their children grow. The seminars are free and open to the public. Call 264-0855 if you have any questions or for more information.
Upcoming seminars include:

Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 10 am to 11 am
"The Cooperative Child: Strategies for Positive Discipline"
Presented by Tracy Green, educational program director of Hidden Potentials
Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 10 am to 11 am
"Drowning Prevention: Keeping Our Kids Safe While Still Having Fun"
Presented by Ann Cullen, assistant program manager
Free -- The Children's Center
Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 10 am to 11 am
"Nutraceuticals: What You Should Know About Vitamins and Supplements"
Presented by Anita Spitz, MD, board-certified in family practice and medical acupuncture

Jess Parrish Medical Foundation Announces
Midnight on Main Street Masquerade Ball, Friday, October 30
TITUSVILLE, FLA, October 5, 2009 — Jess Parrish Medical Foundation (JPMF) is pleased to announce the Midnight on Main Street Masquerade Ball on Friday, October 30, 2009, from 8:00 p.m. to midnight at La Cita County Club, 777 Country Club Drive, Titusville. This celebration of Philanthropy honors benefactors whose gifts have maintained the highest level of healthcare excellence for our community.
The evening will have the revelry of a Venetian Carnival in the 1700s where the society patrons gathered to dance, dine and be entertained — all while under the grand illusion of mask and costume. An imaginative night of music, entertainment and enchantment will be offered as La Cita is transformed into a Venetian-inspired palace.
The Masquerade Benefit Ball will be hosted by Jason and Teresa Snodgrass, and Terry and Barbara Terhune. Everyone is invited to join in this event that celebrates JPMF's 26th year of operation as the philanthropic arm of Parrish Medical Center. General admission tickets to the ball may be purchased for $75 a person on a space available basis. Those attending the ball are encouraged to wear masks with their black tie or formal costume attire. Venetian masks artfully created by the Titusville Art League will be for sale at the Masquerade Ball.
The enchanting evening of elegance, illusion and fun will include entertainers, live music, vintage photos, and a live auction with trips to the Isle of Capri, Golf in Ireland, Paris with a "Phantom" experience, Tropical Costa Rica, San Francisco Wine Country and Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The grand finale includes a reverse raffle offering a chance for someone to win $10,000. The raffle benefits The Children's Center Futures Fund for The Children's Center in south Titusville.
With the exception of the reverse raffle, proceeds from the Masquerade Ball will complete the foundation's $3.5 million capital campaign, funding the initial programs, services, and facilities for the Health Village at Main Street PMC. This first-of-its-kind historic health village will initially provide services to seniors in a charming, turn-of-the-century healing environment, and will later expand to include all generations. Historic preservation is a centerpiece of this project.
The mission of JPMF is to build partnerships with people who have a common interest in insuring continued healthcare excellence for the residents of North Brevard. Through staff and volunteers, JPMF raises funds to support healthcare initiatives in North Brevard County. For event or reverse raffle tickets, information or sponsorship opportunities for the Midnight on Main Street Benefit Masquerade Ball, call 321-269-4066 or visit parrishmedfoundation.com.

Free October Health Seminars at Parrish Health & Fitness
TITUSVILLE, FL (October 2, 2009) — Parrish Health & Fitness is hosting two community health seminars in October.

Friday, October 16, 9 am to 10 am
Degenerative Diseases of The Spine
Presented by Neurosurgeon Aaron Smith, DO
Friday, October 23, 9 am to 10 am
Tendonitis and Bursitis: Stop The Pain
Presented by Physiatrist Patrick Sonser, MD, board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation

The seminars are free and open to the public. Space is limited. Reserve your seat before October 10 and receive a complimentary seven-day pass to the Fitness Center. Please contact Wellness Coordinator Tia Amaya, Tia.amaya@parrishmed.com, 321-268-6200, ext. 8607.

Parrish Medical Center Pharmacy Director Named to State Board
Michael Mustard, RPh, has been Pharmacy director since 1988.
TITUSVILLE, FL (September 25, 2009) — Michael Mustard, RPh, Parrish Medical Center's Pharmacy director, was recently appointed to the Florida Society of Health-System Pharmacists (FSHP) board of directors for a three-year term. FSHP is a professional association of pharmacy practitioners that promotes and supports the continual improvement of pharmaceutical care and the profession of pharmacy as an essential component for the delivery of health care. FSHP is the second largest health-system pharmacist-oriented organization in the country, second only to California.
Mustard received his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the University of Florida, Gainesville. He has been with PMC since 1978 and Pharmacy director since 1988. Mustard has held a number of positions in professional organizations including the University of Florida, College of Pharmacy, Dean's National Advisory Board; chairperson of VHA-Southeast Pharmacy Directors Council; and president and secretary of the Central Florida Society of Hospital Pharmacists, among others. Mustard has also earned his Six Sigma Green Belt.

Parrish Medical Center Board Votes no Taxes for the 15th Straight Year
TITUSVILLE, FL (September 24, 2009) — For the 15th straight year, no taxes will be assessed to support operations of Parrish Medical Center (PMC).
PMC's board of directors voted unanimously during a September public hearing to set the millage rate at zero.
PMC is a public community hospital, and state law gives the North Brevard Hospital District the authority to set a tax rate to back hospital operations.
However, unlike most public hospitals, the Parrish Medical Center board has for 15 years chosen not to use tax dollars as a means of funding the hospital, said PMC Board Chairman J.J. Parrish III.
"We are pleased to continue to take this position on behalf of the community we serve," he added.
North Brevard County Hospital District, doing business as Parrish Medical Center, is located at 951 N. Washington Avenue, Titusville, FL 32796. Parrish Medical Center is proud to serve the patients of its district area, which includes area from the Volusia County line to the Beach Line, SR 528.

PMC seeks to explore collaborative health care partnership with Wuesthoff
TITUSVILLE, FL (September 18, 2009) — Brevard County residents will lose a chance at a collaborative health care partnership that potentially can make health care more affordable, responsive and higher-quality if Wuesthoff Health System attempts to overcome its financial difficulties by taking proposals only from out-of-county companies.
Parrish Medical Center (PMC) leaders have contacted Wuesthoff officials to seek an opportunity to discuss how PMC and Wuesthoff may be able to work to create a collaborative health care partnership that will benefit Brevard residents.
To date, PMC, a 210-bed not-for-profit public hospital, has not been allowed to make its case to the Wuesthoff board of directors as it talks to many out-of-county companies about Wuesthoff's future.
"PMC wants to explore a cooperative and collaborative relationship with Wuesthoff to improve health care throughout Brevard County," said J.J. Parrish, chairman of the PMC board of directors. "We believe the potential exists for a better way, and we are hopeful that Wuesthoff will talk to us about this possibility for a collaborative health care partnership that will work for the good of everyone who lives here."
George Mikitarian, PMC president and chief executive officer said that patients receive the best health care when their health care providers cooperate and collaborate instead of "competing."
"For the last seven years we have concentrated on building at PMC a healing environment that by any measurement ranks us as one of America's foremost hospitals," said Mikitarian. "If possible, we would like Wuesthoff to consider combining the best of PMC with the best of Wuesthoff to provide Brevard residents with a health care model that could well serve as an example to the entire country."
In recent years, among other distinctions, PMC has earned: designation three years running as America's No. 1 healing hospital by the Baptist Healing Trust of Nashville, Tenn.; recognition as the country's top hospital for service excellence by Modern Healthcare Magazine; and seven disease-specific certifications by the Joint Commission, one of only seven U.S. hospitals (out of more than 5,000) to achieve this goal. At the same time, PMC is a low-cost hospital and it maintains an A-plus credit rating.
"Competition between hospitals does not always lower prices, but instead often raises them. And bringing in an out-of-county company certainly fuels competition, "said Mikitarian.
"The south Brevard hospital Wuesthoff opened in 2002 has not lead to the benefits promised by competition," Mikitarian said. "If an out-of-county company comes into Brevard, the potential is great for extensive service duplications that can raise health care costs for Brevard residents. That's a key reason we want to talk with Wuesthoff about the potential benefits of a collaborative health care partnership."
Among other advantages, PMC says it can help strengthen Wuesthoff's open-heart surgery program; enable a broader number of physicians to share emergency department calls; offer sovereign immunity in some instances such as in emergency department calls; establish a county-wide patient medical record system for the sharing of critical information for better patient care; and establish a wide network for managed care contracting resulting in greater options and benefits for patients and the two organizations.
"We'd like to at least sit down with Wuesthoff and examine this thoroughly, but at the moment we're being kept at arm's length," said J.J. Parrish.
PMC has contacted a number of county political, business and health care leaders to ask them to contact Wuesthoff board members to encourage them to give PMC a chance to be heard.
"If we are given a fair chance to explore this opportunity and if everything comes together, the vision of more affordable, responsive and higher quality health care in a collaborative health care partnership will carry the day," Parrish said.

Medicare Seminars to be held at Parrish Medical Center
SHINE Representative Lynne Meagher will help participants better understand Medicare rules
Titusville, FL (September 16, 2009) — Lynne Meagher, representative for SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders), will present two different Medicare seminars at Parrish Medical Center, 951 N. Washington Avenue, Titusville, Fla.
"Welcome to a Medicare Birthday Party," Tuesday, September 29, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Are you nearing Medicare age or assisting your senior parents and need to learn more about Medicare or how to apply? Meagher will walk you through the necessary steps, and a Social Security representative will be on hand to answer your questions. Guests may bring a bag lunch (catering will not be provided).
"Prepare & Compare for Medicare Part D," Friday, October 23, 10 a.m. to noon (catering will not be provided). Meagher will guide seniors through the options and the process of Medicare Part D to help them choose the best option to meet their immediate and future needs.
SHINE provides educational materials and free unbiased insurance counseling to Florida elders, caregivers and family members. Its goal is to help elders understand and receive the health insurance coverage they need through Medicare, Medicaid, prescription assistance, long-term care planning & insurance, and other healthcare issues. SHINE is a service of the Florida Department of Elder Affairs operated locally through the Senior Resource Alliance. For more on the SHINE program visit www.floridashine.org. The North Brevard SHINE office recently moved to 805-B Century Medical Drive, Titusville. It is located in the Senior Solutions office south of Parrish Medical Center.
Parrish Medical Center is a 210-bed, public, not-for-profit, community medical center, nationally recognized as "one of America's finest healing environments®." For more information, visit parrishmed.com.

Parrish Medical Center named one of the 100 best places to work by Modern Healthcare magazine
Titusville, FL (September 9, 2009) —Parrish Medical Center (PMC) has been named one of the 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare by business magazine, Modern Healthcare. The magazine released the 100 best list on Tuesday, September 9.
Modern Healthcare conducts this program to recognize outstanding employers in the healthcare industry on the national level. The program collects information from both the employer and employees and is open to all healthcare companies (providers, suppliers, payers) with at least 25 employees. Employees were randomly selected for a survey on their work experience. Eight core areas were analyzed including:
Leadership and planning

Culture and communications

Role satisfaction

Working environment

Relationship with supervisor

Training and development

Pay and benefits

Overall satisfaction
Employers also complete a survey detailing company policies, practices and benefits, and demographics.
"Being named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work is a unique and prestigious honor. Not because it was awarded by a national magazine from a pool of some 5,000 U.S. hospitals and as many, if not more, suppliers and payers. It's unique and prestigious because it was awarded to PMC by the employees who make the difference between good organizations and great ones," said PMC Board Chair Jay Parrish, III.
In an email PMC Board Member Peggy Crooks wrote, "This is great news and reflects the concept that everyone is an integral part of a working team, and if everyone does their job to the best of their ability, everyone gets to partake in the reward of a job well done. I hear employees and members of the auxiliary state that they are so proud to be associated with Parrish. How exciting!"
"We voluntarily invite frequent and stringent reviews of our service and quality practices, as well of our workplace practices," said PMC President/CEO George Mikitarian. "Taking care of the people who take care of people by providing a healing workplace is paramount to being a healing hospital. We thank our more than 1,200 PMC care partners for this newest honor, and we thank our friends and neighbors of North Brevard for the privilege and honor to serve their health and healing needs."
For more information on the 2009 Modern Healthcare "Best Places to Work" visit www.ModernHealthcare.com/bestplacestowork.
In addition to the Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare honor, PMC has also earned such distinctions as Healthgrades® Outstanding Patient Experience Award, Nurse Advance Magazine Reader's Choice Award, Three-time winner of America's #1 Healing Hospital award by the Baptist Healing Trust, Spirit of Excellence Award for Service from Modern Healthcare, Discovery Award for Exceptional Patient Experiences, American Alliance of Healthcare Provider's Hospital of Choice Award, Designated as a National Spirit of Women Premier Hospital for excellence in women's health, and seven Joint Commission disease-specific Gold Seals earned—more than all but seven hospitals in the U.S.: primary stroke, diabetes, heart failure, acute coronary syndrome, wound care, breast health, and palliative care.
Parrish Medical Center is a 210-bed, public, not-for-profit, community medical center, nationally recognized as "one of America's finest healing environments®." The medical center is located on Florida's Space Coast at 951 North Washington Avenue, Titusville, Fla. For more information visit parrishmed.com.

The Children's Center Receives Funding For Respite Program

Community Foundation of Brevard Board Chairman William R. Harris (left) and Community Foundation of Brevard President Gary Lang presented grant funding to The Children's Center Manager Lori Duester and Program Manager Debby Settle.

TITUSVILLE, FLA, September 9, 2009—The Children's Center recently received $1,800 in grant funding from The Community Foundation of Brevard. It will be used to support the Respite Program for family caregivers of children with special needs.
The Children's Center, an affiliate of Parrish Medical Center, provides the Respite Program to all children with special needs ages 1 to 15 and their siblings. There are no other respite care programs offered in north Brevard with this type of open policy. The program is also the only out-of-home respite care in North Brevard with a registered nurse on staff. Parents are allowed a break from their role as caregivers, but feel assured that their medically fragile children are well cared for because a nurse is onsite during their stay.
Over the past few years, there has been a steady increase in attendance at the Respite Program emphasizing the community need for such services. It also indicates that The Children's Center is a safe and reputable place that can provide quality service. Funds from the Community Foundation of Brevard will fund the unfunded portion of this vital program.
In the United States today, there are approximately 50 million people caring for family members at home, including children with disabilities. Respite is the service most often requested by family caregivers, yet it is in critically short supply, inaccessible, or unaffordable regardless of the age or disability of the individual needing assistance. Respite has been shown to help sustain family caregiver health and well-being, reduce the likelihood of divorce and sustain marriage, avoid or delay out-of-home placements, and reduce the likelihood of abuse and neglect.
The Children's Center is located at 5650 S. Washington Avenue, Titusville, Fla. It houses seven not-for-profit agencies that provide services to children and families. Through collaboration and coordination of specialized services, it offers a continuum of care to all children, regardless of ability or socio-economic status. For more information, contact The Children's Center at 321-264-0855.
Through staff and volunteers, Jess Parrish Medical Foundation (JPMF) raises funds to support healthcare initiatives, such as The Children's Center. For more information, contact JPMF at 321-269-4066.

Jess Parrish Medical Foundation To Host A Free Financial Planning Workshop
TITUSVILLE, FLA, September 8, 2009 – An informative workshop, called How to Make Sure Your Money Lasts as Long as You Do, will be hosted by The Jess Parrish Medical Foundation (JPMF) Planned Gifts Committee on Thursday, October 1. The seminar will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Parrish Medical Center Conference Center, 951 N. Washington Avenue, Titusville. Registration is free and heavy hors d'oeuvres will be provided starting at 5:00 p.m. This event is open to the public.
This seminar will give participants the tools to help them make healthy choices when striving to build financial wellness and a sustainable financial future. In this day and age, many people are worried about financial matters and the possibility of outliving their savings. Due to factors like preventive healthcare, Americans' life expectancy has continued to increase, which can put a strain on financial resources needed to sustain us throughout our later years. However, carefully constructing a financial plan can ease your worries. In many ways, our financial health is no different from our physical and emotional health: Start with a few small changes, incorporate a few healthy habits, and before you know it, you'll be fiscally fit and in shape for a healthy future.
Keynote speaker Randy Coleman volunteers as a Jess Parrish Medical Foundation board member. He is also a frequent speaker on various business and financial topics. Currently a wealth management advisor at Merrill Lynch, Randy has served members of our community as a financial advisor for over 25 years.
The mission of JPMF is to build partnerships with people who have a common interest in insuring continued healthcare excellence for the residents of North Brevard. For more information or to register for How to Make Sure Your Money Lasts as Long as You Do, call Jess Parrish Medical Foundation at 321-269-4066 or email Foundation@parrishmed.com. Seating is limited.

Parrish Medical Center Receives Outstanding Patient Experience AwardTM From HealthGrades
Patients Rate Parrish Medical Center Among Top 10% in the Nation for Satisfaction, Including Staff Responsiveness, Quiet Rooms, Well-Controlled Pain
TITUSVILLE, FLORIDA (August 6, 2009) – Parrish Medical Center (PMC) is proud to announce that it has received the 2009/2010 Outstanding Patient Experience Award from HealthGrades, the nation's leading independent healthcare ratings organization. A representative from HealthGrades will present the award to hospital officials on Wednesday, August 19 at 2 pm, during a special ceremony to be held in PMC's atrium.
Hospitals receiving this award rank in the top 15 percent or better in terms of patient satisfaction, as measured by survey results of patients gathered under an initiative of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services covering the year ending June 2008. PMC's results place them among the top 10% in the nation. The results were analyzed by HealthGrades.
For hospitals receiving the HealthGrades award, 57% more patients gave that hospital a 9 or 10 on a 10 point scale for overall patient satisfaction, compared with the worst-performing hospitals.
The national, standardized survey, called the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems or HCAHPS, assesses patients' perspectives of the hospital care they received, including physician and nurse communication, cleanliness, noise levels, medication information and post-discharge care instructions.
"We are incredibly proud that our patients and HealthGrades have rated us among the best in the country for patient experience," said Jay Parrish, Parrish Medical Center Board Chairman. "Our nurses, doctors and administration work hard every day to ensure our patients have outstanding care during their stay, from clear communication to vigilant pain management to a quiet environment in which to rest. It's a core part of what we do, and we're grateful for this acknowledgement."
Comparing the top 15 percent of eligible hospitals to those in the bottom 15 percent, the surveys showed:

57% more patients at the highest performing hospitals gave their hospital a 9 or 10 on a 10 point scale for overall patient satisfaction

57% more patients at the highest performing hospitals would definitely recommend the hospital to their family and friends.

44% more patients at the highest performing hospitals reported receiving help as soon as they asked for it.

34% more patients at the highest performing hospitals reported that it was always quiet at night.

32% more patients at the highest performing hospitals reported that staff always explained medications prior to giving them.

28% more patients at the highest performing hospitals reported that their room and bathroom were always clean.

26% more patients at the highest performing hospitals reported that their pain was always well controlled.
Methodology
To identify the top-performing hospitals, HealthGrades analyzed survey results for the 3,711 hospitals nationwide that participated in the HCAHPS program during the study time period to determine which hospitals scored highest on the surveys. Hospitals had to meet bed size, survey response size, and clinical-quality thresholds in order to be eligible for the award. The methodology is available at www.HealthGrades.com.

The winners of the 2009 Hang With Dwight Howard contest announced
TITUSVILLE, FLA, Friday, July 31, 2009–Parrish Human Motion Institute®, the exclusive sports medicine partner of the 2009 Old Spice Dwight Howard Basketball Camp, today announced the lucky winners of the Hang with Dwight Howard Basketball Camp contest. The winners are:

Deborah Buono, Mims

Jennifer Cook, Cocoa

Debbie Gregory, Mims

Shannon Ramsey, Titusville
Each of the winners received camp fees paid for one child to join Orlando Magic Center and Olympic Gold Medal winner Dwight Howard for nine hours of expert instruction, camp T-shirt, camp team photo and other great prizes. Winners were contacted today, Friday, July 31.
While kids work on fundamentals, parents can hear from Parrish Human Motion Institute sports medicine physician, Anthony J. Allotta, DO, Board-certified Primary Care/ Sports Medicine.
The camp is open to boys and girls ages 7 to 18. Camp fees are $199. For camp details, visit DwightHowardCamp.com.

Date: August 4 6, 2009

Location: University of Central Florida, Orlando

Time: Session 1 (ages 7 to 11): 9 a.m. 12 p.m.

Session 2 (ages 12 to 18): 1 p.m. 4 p.m.
Parrish Human Motion Institute offers comprehensive bone, muscle, joint and spine care within one of America's finest healing environments®. For more information, please call 321-268-6750 or visit www.parrishmed.com/motion.

The Children's Center sponsors Back to School Respite Night
TITUSVILLE, FLA, Tuesday, July 28, 2009–The Children's Center, a service of Parrish Medical Center, is sponsoring a Back to School Respite Night on Saturday, August 22, 2009, at 5650 South Washington Avenue, Titusville, from 4:00 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Respite Night is a break for caregivers and families where temporary care is provided to families with special needs children and their siblings. The program is intended to serve any family in Brevard County that has a child ages 115 with special needs. Back to School Respite is sponsored by the staff of Parrish Medical Center Pediatric Rehabilitation. Children participate in crafts, story time, the playground, and gym.
Respite Night cost is $20 for the first child and $5 for each additional sibling. For all new respite care program families, their first night will be free. To register for Respite Night please call 321-264-0855 or e-mail debby.settle@parrishmed.com (space is limited).
Each child should bring a bag dinner, snacks, drinks, and an extra change of clothes all clearly labeled with the child's name.
Respite care is made available to the community in part through community support and philanthropy provided by the Jess Parrish Medical Foundation and the United Way of Brevard County. The Children's Center offers a variety of learning and early development programs for area children. The Center consists of six local partner agencies working together to meet the needs of children. The Children's Center is located on Highway U.S. 1 South in Titusville. For more information, visit parrishmed.com.

Jess Parrish Medical Foundation Completes First Phase of Work on the Taylor Dunn House

Rood & Zwick Inc., Architects in Association, donated a rendering of the 1910 Taylor-Dunn House as it will appear once renovated. The house will be used as a foundation house and welcome center for events and fund-raisers and will open in the summer of 2010 at the Health Village at Main Street PMC in Titusville. The Parrish Medical Center and Jess Parrish Medical Foundation (JPMF) first-of-its-kind project is being partially funded through philanthropy. It will centralize services for seniors and families in a healing environment reminiscent of a small town. Pictured from left are JPMF Chairman Jason Snodgrass, JPMF Executive Director Laurie Smirl, Rood & Zwick Principal Architects Jack Rood and Travis Kerr, PMC Medical Center Developer Christopher Male, and PMC Vice President of Nursing Edwin Loftin Main Street PMC project leader.

TITUSVILLE, FLA, July 23, 2009— Jess Parrish Medical Foundation (JPMF) recently completed project work associated with a $48,825 Small Matching Historic Preservation Grant awarded by the Bureau of Historic Preservation, Division of Historical Resources, Florida Department of State, assisted by the Florida Historical Commission.
This grant partially covered the architectural and engineering design for the restoration and expenses to relocate the 1910 Taylor-Dunn House and build a new structural foundation. The house was permanently lowered onto its new foundation on June 15, 2009. With the final placement of the 100-year-old Taylor-Dunn house, work on the long awaited Health Village at Main Street PMC has formally begun.
JPMF is only $500,000 away from concluding the initial phase of its first ever $3.5 million capital campaign for the Health Village at Main Street PMC project. By summer 2010, JPMF expects to open the Taylor-Dunn house as the Foundation House and welcome center for the Health Village.
"We look forward to hosting fund-raisers and gatherings inside the Taylor-Dunn house where we will lovingly preserve and showcase some of our local heritage and artifacts in this authentic historical setting," said Laurie Smirl, JPMF executive director. "In the fall, two other historic houses will be relocated on either side of Taylor-Dunn. This significant grouping will serve as the entryway for the Health Village, and will take our visitors back in time to the compassion and healing of a small town community," Smirl added. Plans for the overall project will be unveiled later this year.
The Foundation recently recruited the assistance of Rood & Zwick Architects to produce a rendering of the historic houses as they will look once restored on the site. "We are able to create a digital drawing of the entire site that can be viewed from any perspective, and our artist can then create a true watercolor rendering of any aspect of the project," stated Jack Rood, principal with the architectural firm. "We were very pleased to help the foundation and Parrish Medical Center with this innovative project," Rood added.
The Bureau of Historic Preservation is an organization within the Florida Department of State's Division of Historical Resources that reviews and administers applications for cultural and historical preservation grants awarded by the Florida Legislature each year. This was the second grant awarded by the Bureau to the JPMF for the Health Village, bringing the combined total to more than $75,000 in public funding.
Through staff and volunteers, JPMF raises funds to support healthcare initiatives such as the Health Village at Main Street PMC. This project will offer North Brevard residents an innovative solution and bring generations together around a common purpose of lifelong health and well-being. For more information, call 321-269-4066.

Jess Parrish Medical Foundation's Gala Committee kicks off planning for special event Friday, October 30

The Jess Parrish Medical Foundation's Gala Committee (left to right) includes Lisa McAlpine, Teresa & Jason Snodgrass,
Judy Allender, Kelley Broome, Dot Hudson, Terry Terhune, Mary Coleman and Barbara Terhune

TITUSVILLE, FLA, July 23, 2009—The Jess Parrish Medical Foundation's Masquerade Ball gala committee held its own special event on July 10 to kick off planning for this fall's signature event — Midnight on Main Street Benefit Masquerade Ball.
The committee toasted their efforts and the generous community contributions for a successful celebration and conclusion of the Main Street PMC campaign. The proceeds from the ball will complete the Jess Parrish Medical Foundation's first ever $3.5 million capital campaign for the Health Village at Main Street PMC project.
The Midnight on Main Street Benefit Masquerade Ball will be held on Friday, October 30, 2009, from 8:00 p.m. to midnight at La Cita County Club, 777 Country Club Drive, Titusville. The event will take you back to a Venetian Carnival in the 1700s where the society patrons gathered to dance, dine and be entertained — all while under the grand illusion of mask and costume. There will be an imaginative night of music, entertainment and enchantment as La Cita is transformed into a Venetian-inspired palace.
The Main Street PMC project is a first-of-its-kind historic health village that will initially provide services to seniors, then expand to include all generations in a charming, turn-of-the-century healing environment. Historic preservation is a centerpiece of this project. Historical houses have been placed on the Medical Center campus to serve as the "doorway" to the campus and the Health Village at Main Street PMC. The first facilities to be newly constructed will house the Parrish Senior Consultation Center and Parrish Senior Solutions.
The event chairs are Terry and Barbara Terhune, and honorary event chairs are Jason and Teresa Snodgrass. Other masquerade ball committee members are Judy Allender, Kelley Broome, Herman Cole, Mary Coleman, Dot Hudson, Lisa McAlpine, Lisa McCotter, Tricia Parrish, Timothy Skeldon, Laurie Smirl, Ann Snodgrass, N. Christine Sylvester and Holly Woolsey.
The mission of JPMF is to build partnerships with people who have a common interest in insuring continued healthcare excellence for the residents of North Brevard. Through staff and volunteers, JPMF raises funds to support healthcare initiatives in North Brevard County. For tickets, information or sponsorship opportunities for the Midnight on Main Street Benefit Masquerade Ball, call 321-269-4066 or visit parrishmedfoundation.com.

The Children's Center receives grant funding for special needs bikes
Special bikes for both typically developing and special needs children
TITUSVILLE, FLA, June 10, 2009—The Children's Center, located at 5650 South US 1 in Titusville, received a $2,000 grant from the Margaret R. Binz Foundation, Inc., a Brevard County charitable organization, to purchase a variety of special bicycles for both typically developing and special needs children at the center.
The Children's Center, an affiliate of Parrish Medical Center, offers a variety of learning and early development programs for area children. The lack of adequate playground equipment prompted the Jess Parrish Medical Foundation to submit the request for funding to the Margaret Binz Foundation.
The bikes create opportunities for children to practice and develop their large muscle skills, essential for future learning and success. With the increased number of special needs children being served at the center, the bicycle purchase not only provides therapeutic training, but also the opportunity for the children to manipulate the bicycles independently.
The Children's Center consists of six local partner agencies working together to meet the needs of children. It annually serves nearly 1,300 children and their families. The Children's Center is located at 5650 S. Washington Avenue in Titusville. For more information call the Children's Center at 321-264-0855 or visit parrishmed.com.
The mission of JPMF is to build partnerships with people who have a common interest in insuring continued healthcare excellence for the residents of North Brevard. Through staff and volunteers, JPMF raises funds to support healthcare initiatives in North Brevard County. Its two signature projects are The Health Village at Main Street PMC and The Children's Center. For more information about Jess Parrish Medical Foundation, call 321-269-4066 or visit parrishmedfoundation.com.

Parrish Medical Center Auxiliary Awards 20 Scholarships
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2009, TITUSVILLE, FLA — The Parrish Medical Center Auxiliary awarded 20 scholarships of $1,000 each to high school and college students for the 200920010 school year. Recipients live in the North Brevard County Hospital District and are pursuing a career in a health-related field.
This year's scholarship winners were:

Astronaut High School: Jessica Fitts, Nicole Jordan, Christopher Mirabile and Brittany Poteet

Titusville High School: Kavita Chapla, Mausam Chokshi, Sarah Facemire and Samantha Gheen

Space Coast Jr./Sr. High: Yoendry Lopez and Lexis Strobel

Edgewood Jr./Sr. High: Brianna Brandon

Brevard Community College: Alexander Baker, Jill Baldwin, David Morse and Melanie Stroup

University of Florida: Neal Delvadia, Kenneth Estes, Alexandra Parrish and Steven Raymond

University of South Florida (online): Margaret (Peggy) Niehoff

The Parrish Medical Center Auxiliary is a volunteer organization with more than 350 adult and teen volunteers. Auxiliary members give their time and talents throughout Parrish Medical Center and its off-site facilities, and they administer the Pink Angel Gift Shop.
Parrish Medical Center, located at 951 N. Washington Ave., Titusville, Florida, is a 210-bed, not-for-profit public medical center serving North Brevard County for more than 50 years. PMC was voted America's # 1 Healing Hospital three years in a row and named a Modern Healthcare Magazine Spirit of Excellence Award Winner. The medical center has been awarded seven disease specific certification gold seals from the Joint Commission in acute coronary syndrome, breast cancer, diabetes education, heart failure, palliative care, stroke and wound healing. For more information, visit parrishmed.com.
MEDIA ADVISORY
What: Historic Taylor Dunn house to be Moved from BCC-Titusville Campus to Parrish Medical Center Campus
When: 7 a.m., Sunday, May 31, 2009 (the move will take only about 15 minutes)
Where: From BCC-Titusville Campus, west on Oak Grove Road, then south on northbound lane of US1 to southwest corner of PMC main campus
Why: Historic Taylor Dunn house will be moved onto its permanent structural foundation later in the month. It will mark the entrance and create the formal beginning of the Health Village at Main Street PMC, an intergenerational program where the needs of seniors can be met in one charming location reminiscent of a small town. The Taylor Dunn house will be renovated and used as the JPMF's philanthropy center.
For information, contact: Natalie Sellers or Kathie Coon at 268-6110.

The Children's Center Offers Summer Program
Enrichment and Social Activities for 2 to 5 year olds.
TITUSVILLE, FL, Wednesday, May 20, 2009—The Children's Center, a service of Parrish Medical Center, is offering a summer program for children ages 2-3 and 4-5. Summer Splash will be held at The Children's Center, 5650 South Washington Avenue, Titusville, from June 1 to June 30, 8:30 am to 11:30 am.
The program offers children enrichment and social activities such as crafts, music, movement, playground time, water play, and more. The weekly themes include Island Luau, Movin' & Grovin' to Music, Kid's Café and Mudsy Sudsy Sensory Fun. This high-quality program will be taught by a qualified teacher.
The weekly cost is $40 for two days (2 and 3 year-olds) and $55 for 3 days (4 and 5 year-olds). For more information and to preregister email childrenscenter@parrishmed.com or call 321- 264-0855. Spaces are limited.
The Children's Center consists of six local partner agencies working together to meet the needs of children and their families. It is located on U.S. 1 (Washington Avenue) in south Titusville. For more information, visit www.parrishmed.com/programs_services/childrens.cfm. You can also find complete details on the Parrish Medical Center online calendar at parrishmed.com.
(You'll find additional helpful information at: www.nbbd.com/npr/ChildrensCenter - webmaster)
May 20, 2009
Parrish Medical Center designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence
TITUSVILLE, FLA, May 20, 2009— Parrish Medical Center (PMC) has been designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology (ACR). The award is presented only to breast imaging centers that have demonstrated excellence by earning ACR accreditation in all the college's voluntary, breast-imaging accreditation program and components, in addition to the mandatory Mammography Accreditation Program.
This means PMC's mammography, stereotactic breast biopsy, breast ultrasound and ultrasound-guided breast biopsy imaging services are all fully accredited. Accreditation is determined through peer-review evaluations by board-certified physicians and medical physicists who are experts in the field. PMC achieved high practice standards in image quality, personnel qualifications, facility equipment, quality control procedures, and quality assurance programs.
Only 23 hospitals, clinics or health centers in Florida have earned this distinction.
PMC voluntarily went through ACR's rigorous review process to ensure it met nationally accepted standards. This process certifies that PMC care partners, through education and certification, are well qualified to perform and interpret medical images and administer radiation therapy treatments. It also means PMC has the appropriate equipment for a patient's prescribed test or treatment, and that quality assurance and safety guidelines are always met or exceeded. The ACR, headquartered in Reston, Va., is a national organization serving more than 32,000 diagnostic/interventional radiologists, radiation oncologists, nuclear medicine physicians, and medical physicists with programs focusing on the practice of medical imaging and radiation oncology, as well as the delivery of comprehensive healthcare services.
Parrish Medical Center is an award-winning 210-bed, acute care, not-for-profit medical center that has served North Brevard for over 50 years. PMC is nationally recognized as one of America's finest healing environments.^® It has earned a gold seal for excellence and quality in Breast Health from the Joint Commission, the premier accrediting organization for healthcare systems in the nation, plus six other disease-specific gold seals. For more information visit parrishmed.com or call 321-268-6110.
May 13, 2009
Jess Parrish Medical Foundation awards 20 scholarships
TITUSVILLE, FLA, May 13, 2009—The Jess Parrish Medical Foundation (JPMF) awarded $16,050 in scholarships to 20 high school and college students for the 2009-2010 school year. Recipients live in the North Brevard County Hospital District and are pursuing a career in a health-related field. The JPMF has been awarding scholarships to deserving students since 1990.
This year's scholarship winners were: Rachel Browne, Jessica Fitts, Haleigh Mounger, Brittany Poteet and Brittany Turner Astronaut High School; Ariel Marie Letts and Lexis Strobel Space Coast Jr./Sr. High School; Kavita Chapla, Mausam Chokshi and Sarah Facemire Titusville High School; Alexandra Baker Brevard Community College; Rebecca Kahrs Florida State University; Michael Webster-Gardiner Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College at Florida Atlantic University; Douglas Doud Mercer University; Christina Reinhold University of Central Florida; Edith Bracho-Sanchez, Kenneth Estes, Alexandra Parrish and Steven Raymond University of Florida; and Melanie Stroup University of South Florida.
The mission of JPMF is to build partnerships with people who have a common interest in insuring continued healthcare excellence for the residents of North Brevard. Through staff and volunteers, JPMF has raised funds to support healthcare initiatives in North Brevard County since 1983. Its two signature projects are currently The Health Village at Main Street PMC and The Children's Center. For more information about Jess Parrish Medical Foundation, call 321-269-4066.
May 12, 2009
Brevard County School Board names Parrish Medical Center Business Partner of the Year
Titusville, FL —Parrish Medical Center (PMC) was named Business Partner of the Year by the Brevard Schools Foundation and Brevard Public Schools by two local schools—Titusville High School and Mims Elementary. All public schools in Brevard County partner with a local business and the two schools partnered with PMC to support educational programs. Alexandra Gutierrez, RN, BSN and PMC education coordinator accepted the two awards on the medical center's behalf at the May 1 awards ceremony.
"I was very proud and happy to accept the recognition plaques on behalf of PMC," said Gutierrez. "To be recognized as Business Partner of the Year by two schools in North Brevard County is truly an honor." Lisa Alexander, M.D., vice president of Medical Affairs for PMC oversees PMC's People Development department, which coordinates the various school partnerships. She said, "PMC is grateful to have the ability and resources to provide students with learning opportunities to prepare them to become productive members of the community."
PMC offers multiple guest speakers and other support to each school for a variety of classroom settings throughout the school year.
May 11, 2009
Jess Parrish Medical Foundation recognizes 18 Local Women For Their Spirit Of Philanthropy
TITUSVILLE, FLA. — From a field of 18 nominees, the Jess Parrish Medical Foundation awarded five North Brevard women with Spirit of Philanthropy awards at the first annual Spirit of Philanthropy Awards Ceremony on Thursday, April 23, 2009, at the Titusville Playhouse. The event was held in conjunction with Parrish Medical Center's Spirit of Women Red Shoe Reception, an event to promote heart-healthy lifestyles through step, walk and dance. Those honored were:

Patricia Manning, Ed.D., Lifetime Achievement award winner, was unable to attend the awards gala, but was honored in absentia. Ms. Manning accepted her award via video.

Patricia Manning, Ed.D., Titusville, Fla. Lifetime Achievement award winner, which recognizes a remarkable woman (age 55+) for a lifetime of achievements in making positive differences within the community. Early in her journey she broke barriers by receiving a doctoral degree in education at a time when most women did not go to college. Manning has earned a number of distinctions from her peers including the first woman to earn an Excellence in Teaching Award, Teacher of Year (several times) and honored as an Outstanding Educator in America. Since retiring from teaching, she has diverted her energy and passion to educating the community. She serves as a volunteer for many human service agencies and was named Woman of the Year by the Brevard County Commission on the Status of Women. In addition, she has made Alzheimer's prevention and education one of her many missions. She was instrumental in the development of three Alzheimer's Centers in Brevard and continues her support of the Brevard Alzheimer's Foundation. She has also been instrumental in the development of the planned Health Village at Main Street PMC project, a one-of-a-kind initiative that brings healthy aging resources and services together within what will be another trademark PMC healing environment.
Mausam Chokshi, Titusville High School senior Rising Star award winner, which recognizes an Outstanding Young Philanthropist between the ages of 14 and 20. Chokshi is an active member of the Health Occupations Students of America Club, and volunteers for numerous community events such as Alzheimer's Walk, Autism Speaks, Valentines for Vets and Adopt a Nursing Home for the Holidays. She is a teen volunteer for Parrish Medical Center, where she has logged over 500 hours of volunteer service.

Shown with their Spirit of Philanthropy Awards are (L-R), Janet Rooks, Community Hero award; Mausam Chokshi, Rising Star award; Marialice Knight, RN, Healthcare Hero award; and Aja Assad of Aja's Salon & Day Spa, Business Hero award.

Janet Rooks, MSW, Merritt Island, Fla. Community Hero award winner, which recognizes an Outstanding Woman of Philanthropy between the ages of 21 to 54. Rooks made helping older adults age gracefully her life's work. This outstanding woman is a social worker by trade. She has developed a one-stop resource for healthy aging and caregiver support. She facilitates support groups of people caring for aging parents or loved ones; teaches high schoolers about aging; coordinates community courses on the subject; and serves on a number of civic organizations including the American Cancer Society, the Legal Aid Society, and the Brevard Commission on Aging.
Marialice Knight, RN, Titusville, Fla. Healthcare Hero award winner, which recognizes an Outstanding Clinical Professional and Philanthropist. Knight has dedicated her life to cardiovascular care. She is an excellent clinical professional. She has provided nearly 1,000 free peripheral artery disease (PAD) screenings. She has conducted countless community seminars to educate people, especially women, about the risks of heart disease and stroke. Her passion for her cause has resulted in her becoming a mentor to other Spirit of Women hospitals around the country. She was invited to present 'Models that Work" at the National HeartCaring Conference in Chicago in 2008 and has been invited back again this year. In addition to HeartCaring, she also served as a United Way Loaned Leader, among many other volunteer capacities.
Aja Assad of Aja's Salon & Day Spa, Titusville, Fla. Business Hero award winner, which recognizes a local Spirit of Women Network Business Partner who is dedicated, through their business, to making a meaningful difference that results in a healthier, safer and stronger family-friendly community. Assad is a longtime volunteer with the American Cancer Society who donates her time and talent to the Look Good Feel Better and Locks of Love programs. This businesswoman has made cancer prevention her priority. She teaches cancer patients how to care cosmetically for scars and wounds that result from treatment or therapy and provides scarves, wraps, hairpieces and specialized cosmetic products for women battling cancer. She also participates in the Relay for Life, Titusville Rotary Club, The Gulf Restoration Network to support healthy drinking water and preserving the Gulf's most pristine waters including the St. Johns and Suwannee Rivers in Florida, and Cut it Out Salons against Domestic Abuse.
The Jess Parrish Medical Foundation began The Spirit of Philanthropy Award as an extension of the national Spirit of Women initiative sponsored by Parrish Medical Center. The Spirit of Philanthropy honors and celebrates the power and passion of women leaders who actively contribute their time, talent or treasure to make our community a better place to live, work and raise families.
"We are extremely proud of all the women who were nominated in this inaugural event," said Laurie Smirl, executive director of Jess Parrish Medical Foundation. "We knew there were women living and working in North Brevard who give unselfishly of themselves for the benefit of the community, so we were extremely pleased when our selection committee was presented with 18 women of such diverse backgrounds and passion for what they do.
"They all deserve a medal for their contributions," she added.
Other nominees in one of the five categories were Nancy Eberlin, George Anne Goggins, Rachel Hartos, Julie Kable, Hillary Lynch, Judy Morter, Pam Myers, Lindsay Raub, Lynda Tempest, Barbara Terhune, Rachel Terry, Pamela Tronetti, DO, and Authrine Whyte, MD, PhD.
Parrish Medical Center is central Florida's only Spirit of Women Network hospital and has earned the prestigious Spirit of Women Premier Hospital designation for excellence in women's health. The designation is awarded only to hospitals that meet and/or exceed national women's health standards of excellence, as defined by the Office of Women's Health and Department of Health and Human Service (DHHS). As part of a comprehensive evaluation process, PMC demonstrated innovation and excellence in women's programming across the board and earned the designation as a Premier Hospital by meeting 100 percent of the standards and earning an overall perfect score. The Premier Hospital designation is earned by hospitals that meet or exceed at least 80 percent of the standards. The National Standards of Excellence in Women's Health require focus on women-centered care, call-to-action education, and access to care in the following seven areas:

Integration of a focused community assessment

Implementation of comprehensive life-stage programming

Sensitivity to community diversity and cultural differences

Strategic alignment of women's service lines

Leading innovation and outreach initiatives

Managing a process for quality improvement

Multidisciplinary approach to care
For more information visit www.parrishmed.com.

14th Annual World's Greatest Baby Shower Free For New and Expectant Parents
TITUSVILLE, FLA. (April 22, 2009)-- Just as parents are thrilled with the arrival of a new baby, the organizers of the World's Greatest Baby Shower are thrilled with the annual event's new venue. This year's event is slated for Saturday, May 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Children's Center, located at 5650 S. Washington Ave. (US 1) in Titusville.
Organizers of the event are Brevard County Health Department WIC, B.E.T.A. of Titusville, Inc., The Children's Center, Parrish Medical Center, Kiwanis Club of Titusville and the University of Florida Brevard County Extension Service.
Gayle Whitworth with the University of Florida Brevard County Extension Service suggests "cool attire and lots of sunscreen for participants." Whitworth has coordinated over 40 exhibit booths offering expertise on bonding and attachments, health and nutrition, discipline, self-esteem and childcare.
The Radio Disney AM 990 Road Crew will add a festive atmosphere, plus the University of Central Florida's Cornerstone organization will offer hot dogs and hamburgers as a fundraiser.
The featured seminar presenter will be Dr.Wil Blechman, past president of Kiwanis International who was instrumental in developing the organization's ongoing worldwide program, Young Children: Priority One, which focuses on children from before birth through age 5. Dr. Blechman has delighted expectant and new parents at previous Baby Showers with his expertise on brain development and is traveling from Miami to participate.
Other mini-seminars scheduled this year include Make Your Own Baby Food/Food Safety, Child Passenger Safety and an "Ask a Doc" panel.
Every mom will receive a goodie bag filled with materials to take home in addition to the multitude of door prizes given away, courtesy of Kiwanis Club of Titusville and other community businesses and organizations.
For more information please contact the University of Florida Brevard County Extension Service at (321) 633-1702 or 952-4536.

Best-selling Author Marci Shimoff keynote speaker at Parrish Red Shoe Reception and Awards Gala
TITUSVILLE, FLA. (April 16, 2009)— Best-selling author and motivational speaker Marci Shimoff will be featured at Parrish Medical Center's Spirit of Women Red Shoe Reception and Spirit of Philanthropy Awards Gala, Thursday, April 23, 6 pm, at the Titusville Playhouse. The Red Shoe is open to public, but seating is limited. Cost to attend is $40 per person or $50 per couple. The cost for Parrish Spirit of Women members and Jess Parrish Medical Foundation members is $30 per person or $40 per couple. All proceeds will benefit the Jess Parrish Medical Foundation. An RSVP is required — call 268-6109 to reserve your seat.
"We are excited to partner with the Jess Parrish Medical Foundation this year for our annual Red Shoe Reception and add the Spirit of Philanthropy Awards to this event," said Natalie Sellers, director, Communications & Service Excellence for Parrish Medical Center. "We are equally thrilled to have Marci Shimoff as our keynote speaker."
Marci Shimoff is the woman's face of the biggest self-help book phenomenon in history, Chicken Soup for the Soul. Her six bestselling titles in the series, including Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul and Chicken Soup for the Mother's Soul, have met with stunning success, selling more than 13 million copies worldwide in 33 languages and have been on the New York Times bestseller list for a total of 108 weeks. Marci is one of the bestselling female nonfiction authors of all time. In addition, she's a featured teacher in the international film and book phenomenon, The Secret. Her new book, Happy For No Reason: 7 Steps to Being Happy from the Inside Out, offers a revolutionary approach to experiencing deep and lasting happiness.
A celebrated transformational leader and one of the nation's leading experts on happiness, success, and the law of attraction, Marci has inspired millions of people around the world, sharing her breakthrough methods for personal fulfillment and professional success. President and co-founder of the Esteem Group, she delivers keynote addresses and seminars on self-esteem, self-empowerment, and peak performance to corporations, professional and nonprofit organizations, and women's associations.
PMC's Spirit of Women programming includes the Red Shoe Initiative, which is a national health education campaign inspiring women to step, walk and dance for heart health and wellness. Whether it's taking steps to maintain a healthy diet, walking daily to increase physical activity, or dancing with friends and family to share and enjoy exercise, this campaign motivates women into action across America.
Red Shoe events, like PMC's Red Shoe Reception, occur across the country throughout the year, educating women to take action and make healthier choices in the fight against heart attacks and stroke — the leading killers of women in America.
"In addition to the Red Shoe Reception, local women will be honored for their 'Spirit of Philanthropy' during the awards portion of the reception," said Sellers.
The event will be held inside the Titusville Playhouse located on Julia Street in Titusville. For more information or to RSVP call 321-268-6109 or 321-268-6110.
Parrish Medical Center is central Florida's only Spirit of Women Network and has earned the prestigious Spirit of Women Premier Hospital designation for excellence in women's health. For more information visit parrishmed.com.

Summer Bash Tour at the Parrish Health & Fitness Center

Test your "summer tour" talent with Wii Rock Band and get fit at the same time
TITUSVILLE, FLA, Thursday, April 2, 2009— Parrish Health & Fitness Center, located at 2210 Hwy 50 in Titusville, will host its first "Summer Bash Tour Get Fit to Rock 'n Roll" on Saturday, May 2, 2009, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Rock out with Wii Rock Band competitions to test your "summer tour" talent. Prizes will be given for the top winners in three categories: Elementary (ages 512); Family (ages 5 and up) mother, father, sister, brother and/or grandparents; and Teen (ages 1319). Wii Rock Band applications can be picked up at Parrish Health & Fitness Center. Entry fee: $20 per Rock Band Group of four: 2 guitars, 1 vocal & 1 drummer Application Deadline is Friday, April 24. Turn in applications at Parrish Health & Fitness Center, Attention: Tia Amaya. Advance tickets are available at the Fitness Center. For more information call 268-6200, ext. 8607.
The Parrish Fitness Team will demonstrate Zumba and belly dancing for your enjoyment and participation. Lots of activities will also be available for the entire family, including bounce houses, Shriner's clowns & clownettes, face painting, Titusville Police Department K-9 Unit, Swat Team and K.I.D.S. Program, Titusville Fire and Emergency Rescue Vehicles, River Lanes, The Children's Center, Oklawewa Service Unit with crafts for children and more.
Join the Fitness Center at this event and take advantage of the special one-day only $10 enrollment fee. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from local vendors. Cost is $5 per child, which includes unlimited bounce house use.
The Summer Bash Tour is sponsored by the Jess Parrish Medical Foundation and the Titusville Police Department.

Parrish Medical Center Employees Raise $130,000 for Hospital Transportation Program
TITUSVILLE, FLA. (March 30, 2009) — Parrish Medical Center (PMC) employees raised $130,000 in their first ever three-year employee giving campaign that concluded in February 2009 with a check presentation to the Parrish Medical Center board of directors.
Co-chaired by Thomasina Middleton, PMC financial analyst, and Nancy Rhinelander, PMC Finance program assistant, the Parrish employee Circle of Giving committee rallied employees to select a project that would make the most impact in their community. Funds raised by employees were matched dollar-for-dollar by PMC to support the Healing in Motion van transportation program, which brought the program total to $260,000. In operation since April 2007, the van transports seniors and others without transportation to and from the hospital. It will also be used in the same way for transport to and from the Health Village at Main Street PMC when it opens in 2010 on PMC's campus.
Since the program was initiated, approximately 100 patients per month have been given transportation, according to Security Manager Deena Ellis. Security oversees the PMC van program and the head driver is PMC security officer Robert Kinne.
"We knew PMC employees really cared about the community, but I never imagined we could raise the money, buy the van, hire a driver and put the Healing in Motion transportation service in place for our community," said Thomasina Middleton, one of first co-chairpersons for the Circle of Giving and a current committee volunteer. "I am so proud of my fellow employees and the Circle of Giving committee that helped make this program happen," she added. The Circle of Giving committee is an extension of the Jess Parrish Medical Foundation (JPMF). The mission of JPMF is to build partnerships with people who have a common interest in ensuring continued healthcare excellence for the residents of North Brevard County. Through staff and volunteers, JPMF raises funds to support healthcare initiatives in North Brevard County. Its two signature projects are The Health Village at Main Street PMC and The Children's Center. For more information about Jess Parrish Medical Foundation, call 321-269-4066.

Parrish Medical Center employees raised $130,000 for the Healing in Motion transportation program to give rides to and from Parrish Medical Center to patients with no other means of transportation. Funds raised purchased the van and fund operational expenses. Employee funds were matched by Parrish Medical Center to allow the program to expand for the benefit of the community. Shown presenting a check to J.J. Parrish III (left), chairman of the Parrish Medical Center board of directors, and Richard Boggs, Jess Parrish Medical Foundation chairman-elect (holding opposite end of the check) are PMC Circle of Giving employee committee members Elaine Wessinger, Kathie Coon, Mindy Bachmaier, Deena Ellis (Security manager who oversees the program), Tommi Middleton, Sharon Griffis, Nancy Rhinelander, Ryan Hieronymus (behind Rhinelander), Wendy Warner, Paul Fender, Ray Howard, Jerald Smith and Robert Kinne, primary van driver. Circle of Giving committee members not shown are Melissa Clapp, Leslie Marquez, Bill Moore-executive sponsor, Edie Stiner, Jimmy Wolford and Holly Woolsey.

Parrish Medical Center granted state approval to perform elective angioplasty and stenting
TITUSVILLE, FL (January 22, 2009)—The State of Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), which regulates hospital services, has granted Parrish Medical Center (PMC) approval to perform elective coronary angioplasty and stenting. This comes just over one year after the medical center sought and earned approval from AHCA to perform these procedures on an emergency basis.
"This is truly exciting news," said PMC Chairman of the Board Jay Parrish, III. "This latest achievement is another example of Parrish Medical Center's commitment to quality and excellence. We, the entire board of directors, are extremely proud of the hard work and dedication required by everyone involved to earn this achievement on behalf of the community we serve."
"Earning state approval to perform elective angioplasties was our goal over a year ago when we applied for, and earned, emergent approval," said PMC President/CEO George Mikitarian. "We knew legislation was being considered to expand AHCA rules from emergent to elective, so our team was proactive in developing a world-class cardiovascular program to a level that exceeds national quality best-practices," said Mikitarian.
"Hospitals everywhere are striving to shorten the time a heart attack patient waits before receiving angioplasty," said board-certified Interventional Cardiologist Biju Mathews, MD. "Our time-to-treatment not only exceeds national best practices standards, but our team outperforms even those centers with open-heart surgery on-site," said Mathews.
"The national best practice time-to-treatment goal is 90 minutes. PMC's time-to-treatment is 60 minutes or less, which is a full 30 minutes better than the best-of-the-best nationally," added Harvard-trained board-certified Interventional Cardiologist Ravi Rao, MD.
The state requires and evaluates quality indicators like time-to-treatment, training of staff and cardiologists and other indicators as part of its approval process.
Coronary angioplasty is a procedure performed inside a catheterization lab to open clogged arteries in response to a heart attack. The procedure quickly restores blood flow through blocked arteries without the need for invasive open-heart surgery.
"With the advances in technology today, open-heart really is a last-resort intervention," said Rao. "A majority of heart interventions and treatments can and are effectively performed in a catheterization suite and we are fortunate to have the newest, state-of-the-art cath suites available anywhere right here at PMC," Rao added.
PMC's cardiovascular program includes highly credentialed, board-certified interventional cardiologists Chapman Bean, MD, Biju Mathews, MD, and Ravi Rao, MD, and board-certified cardiologists David McMahon, MD, Kiran Modi, MD, Naresh Mody, MD, and Surya Rao, MD.
Cardiovascular services provided at PMC include:

Cardiac catheterization

Emergent coronary angioplasty and stenting

IVUS Intravascular Ultrasound

Peripheral angiography, angioplasty, stenting and atherectomy

Carotid angiography

Permanent pacemakers, including biventricular pacemakers and implantable cardiac defibrillators (ICDs)

Cardiac and peripheral ultrasound, including echocardiograph, carotid artery and lower extremity arterial studies

AACVPR certified cardiac rehabilitation (outpatient)

Stress testing and all routine cardiac tests and treatments

Complementing the cardiovascular services at PMC are the four disease-specific Gold Seals for excellence and quality in the areas of Acute Coronary Syndrome, Heart Failure, Diabetes and Stroke from The Joint Commission, the premier accrediting organization for healthcare systems in the nation. PMC has earned a total of seven Gold Seals for quality and excellence, more than any other hospital in the area. In addition to those related to cardiovascular disease, PMC has Gold Seals in Breast Health, Palliative Care and Wound Healing.

Parrish Medical Center, nationally recognized as one of America's finest healing environmentsTM, is an award-winning, 210-bed, not-for-profit public medical center serving North Brevard for more than 50 years. For more information, visitwww.parrishmed.com.

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Parrish Medical Center News

World's Greatest Baby Shower Coming Saturday, May 1

Jess Parrish Medical Foundation offers Doctors' Day recognition program

A.W.A.K.E. New Sleep Apnea Support Group Meeting At Parrish Healthcare Center at Port St. John

Empower Kids with Kidz 'N Power

MedFast Urgent Care Center coming to Parrish Healthcare Center at Port St. John

PARRISH MEDICAL CENTER'S ENDOSCOPY UNIT RECOGNIZED BY LEADING GASTROINTESTINAL MEDICAL SOCIETY FOR QUALITY AND SAFETY

Learning and Fun Around the House

Arcadian Broad, of America's Got Talent Fame, Will Perform at Day of Dance, Saturday February 27

Orlando Magic Dancers and Arcadian Broad, of America's Got Talent Fame, Will Perform at Day of Dance, Saturday February 27

Parrish Medical Center Earns Total Joint Replacement Gold Seals for Quality from The Joint Commission

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About The Joint Commission

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Parrish Medical Center Ranked in Top Five Percent In the Nation for Quality and Service

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Jess Parrish Medical Foundation accepting scholarship applications

Speech and Language Development: Birth to Five

Children and Invisible Smoke From Tobacco Products

Dianne and Bobby Goldsboro To Visit The Children's Center Respite Care Program

Media Advisory

Meet Real Reindeer at Parrish Medical Center's Gift of Light

Get Ready for the Holiday Season with the Gift of Light at Parrish Medical Center

"All About You" Event Raises More Than $7,600 for Women's Health

Free Family Healthy Living Seminar at The Children's Center

WFTV Chief Meteorologist Tom Terry to Emcee Parrish Medical Annual Gift of Light Holiday Event

Parrish Senior Solutions Open House

Community Conversion about Domestic Violence

Compassion and Competence: Caring in Times of Crisis

Reading with Radio Disney AM 990

Free Healthy Living Seminars at The Children's Center

Jess Parrish Medical Foundation Announces Midnight on Main Street Masquerade Ball, Friday, October 30

Free October Health Seminars at Parrish Health & Fitness

Parrish Medical Center Pharmacy Director Named to State Board Michael Mustard, RPh, has been Pharmacy director since 1988.

Parrish Medical Center Board Votes no Taxes for the 15th Straight Year

PMC seeks to explore collaborative health care partnership with Wuesthoff

Medicare Seminars to be held at Parrish Medical Center

Parrish Medical Center named one of the 100 best places to work by Modern Healthcare magazine

The Children's Center Receives Funding For Respite Program

Jess Parrish Medical Foundation To Host A Free Financial Planning Workshop

Parrish Medical Center Receives Outstanding Patient Experience AwardTM From HealthGrades

The winners of the 2009 Hang With Dwight Howard contest announced

The Children's Center sponsors Back to School Respite Night

Jess Parrish Medical Foundation Completes First Phase of Work on the Taylor Dunn House

Jess Parrish Medical Foundation's Gala Committee kicks off planning for special event Friday, October 30

The Children's Center receives grant funding for special needs bikes

Parrish Medical Center Auxiliary Awards 20 Scholarships

The Children's Center Offers Summer Program Enrichment and Social Activities for 2 to 5 year olds.

Parrish Medical Center designated a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence

Jess Parrish Medical Foundation awards 20 scholarships

Brevard County School Board names Parrish Medical Center Business Partner of the Year

Jess Parrish Medical Foundation recognizes 18 Local Women For Their Spirit Of Philanthropy

14th Annual World's Greatest Baby Shower Free For New and Expectant Parents

Best-selling Author Marci Shimoff keynote speaker at Parrish Red Shoe Reception and Awards Gala

Summer Bash Tour at the Parrish Health & Fitness Center

Test your "summer tour" talent with Wii Rock Band and get fit at the same time

Parrish Medical Center Employees Raise $130,000 for Hospital Transportation Program

Parrish Medical Center granted state approval to perform elective angioplasty and stenting

A.W.A.K.E. New Sleep Apnea Support Group
Meeting At Parrish Healthcare Center at Port St. John

Parrish Medical Center Earns Total Joint Replacement
Gold Seals for Quality from The Joint Commission

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Jess Parrish Medical Foundation Announces
Midnight on Main Street Masquerade Ball, Friday, October 30

Parrish Medical Center Pharmacy Director Named to State Board
Michael Mustard, RPh, has been Pharmacy director since 1988.

The Children's Center Offers Summer Program
Enrichment and Social Activities for 2 to 5 year olds.

Test your "summer tour" talent with Wii Rock Band and get fit at the same time