The Volunteer Voice
E-Newsletter
February 15th, 2019
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Thank You For Supporting VIM's
Cocktails for a Cause Fundraiser
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The clinic would like to thank all who joined us at our
Cocktails for a Cause
event on February 5th at Bistro on the Ave! We greatly appreciate the
businesses & individuals
that contributed items to the silent auction, and all who stopped by and provided a donation.
Special thanks
to our celebrity bartenders - Frances Feudale, Neela Patel, Richard Grossman, Marie Thomas, Loren Grossman, Kathleen Hirthler, Lynn McCarthy, Gene Lucas and Chris Gaughan!
The support from the
Valley with a Heart
is truly commendable!
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Event Tee Shirts are still Available!
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Weren't able to attend? You can still support Cocktails for a Cause by
purchasing a tee shirt
from the event. Shirts are $20 each and can be purchased at the clinic.
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Thank You Again to the Sponsors of VIM's Annual Meeting & Appreciation Luncheon
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The clinic would like to again thank all of the businesses and individuals that sponsored the
Annual Meeting & Appreciation Luncheon
on
January 29th, 2019.
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Chief Joe Coyne & Family
Dr. Frances Feudale
John & Lynn McCarthy
Passan Family Foundation
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Bender Family Foundation
Susan Prusack
Dr. Christopher & Mrs. Bridget Kotchick
Bedwick's Pharmacy
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Dr. Susan Sordoni
Dr. Leo & Mrs. Debra Hartz
Maureen Bufalino
Ken & Patricia Lee
Jack & Maureen Snyder
Dr. Michael Rupp
Patte's Sportsbar
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Linda Barrasse
Tammy Ondeck
Elfrieda Nelligan
Dr. Richard & Mrs. Fran Grossman
William & Kathleen Buck
Michael & Patricia Last
Dr. Kimberly Ference
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February is National Heart Health Month
By Frances Feudale, DO, Medical Director of VIM
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February is here and what do you think of? We hope you said HEARTS! No, not for Valentine’s Day, but for
National Heart Health Month
. Volunteers in Medicine wants you to be heart healthy not just for February but all year long. Here are
some simple tips
to help:
1)
Ditch that New Year’s Diet
. (You probably already have!). Each month make one change to your eating habits and stick with it for the whole month. For example, try using a salt substitute or other seasonings for cooking. By the end of the month, it will become routine.
2)
Exercise.
Studies have shown that just walking is good for your heart so get up and walk (briskly) for at least 30 minutes a day. Or you can walk longer at a leisurely pace with your kids or you pets; go to an art gallery or a mall. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Park as far away from your destination as possible.
3) Okay, you don’t exercise. Maybe you hate exercising, you’re older or have physical limitations. You can still
add healthy movement
to your life. The National Institute of Health (NIH) describes yoga, tai chi and qi gong as centuries-old, mind-body practices that can help reduce stress, decrease blood pressure, promote better sleep, improve your mood and help you lose weight.
4) And finally –
quit smoking!
Yes, you heard it before and you’ll hear it again until you quit.
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Honesdale National Bank Visits VIM
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On Thursday, February 7th, officials from
Honesdale National Bank
stopped by the clinic for a tour. The staff had the opportunity to show all the
services available
to patients at the clinic. We thank them for their time!
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Pictured above from left to right:
Dr. Frances Feudale
, Medical Director,
Kelly Ranieli
, Executive Director,
Karen Decker
, HNB Branch Manager,
David Raven
, President of HNB, and
Karen Labbate
, HNB Mortgage Advisor.
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Check Out What Patients
Have to Say About VIM
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A 37 year old male come to VIM in July of 2015. Recently, he
shared his experiences
at the clinic with the staff - "I moved to this the area without any connections or any health insurance. Volunteers in Medicine was the only facility that
gave me access to a doctor
who determined I had high blood pressure. I received immediate treatment, saving my life before I had a heart attack. The staff and volunteers are very concerned with holistic care. They train new medical professionals and students, making them aware of folks that would otherwise do without. The services at
VIM truly saved my life
!"
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Welcome to Our New
Students
& Resident
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Zara Mirza
is a pharmacy student from
Wilkes University
that began her clinical introductory pharmacy practice experience at the clinic last week. She is
interested
in the clinical side of pharmacy and helping the under-served population. "I am amazed at what a
great organization
VIM is!"
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VIM welcomes
Becky Jo Kurowski
, a medical billing & coding intern from
Luzerne County Community College
. Becky is excited to complete her
associate's degree
and begin a new career. "VIM is a great place to volunteer your services! The
staff are helpful
and kind. I would like to thank the clinic for allowing me to complete my internship here."
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Atith Saheba
, a Geisinger Family Medicine Resident, spent time seeing patients in conjunction with Dr. Feudale at the clinic last week.
Upon completion
of his program, Atith would like to practice medicine in Texas or Pennsylvania. He's happy that his residency program includes volunteering at VIM because it is a way "we can stay connected to the
under-served community
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Ashley Rood
, Physician Assistant Student from King's College, completed her six-week rotation at the clinic this week. Ashley said, "this was a
great learning experience
! I particularly enjoyed the staff and learning how to care for the under-served population. I also loved the fundraisers!" We wish her success in all her future en devours.
Pictured above are
Dr. Feudale
and
Ashley
reviewing a patient's chart.
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February is National Children's
Dental Health Month
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February is
National Children's Dental Health Month
! This initiative promotes the benefits of good oral health to children, adults, and caregivers. VIM is proud to present, in partnership with the United Way of Wyoming Valley, the
"Healthy Smile for a Healthy Start"
program year-round to children at area preschools and elementary schools, educating them on healthy foods, proper brushing techniques and the importance of visiting the dentist.
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Healthy Smiles Program
Visits Local Preschools
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On Friday, January 25th,
Darcie Schaffer
, Dental Clinic Manager, stopped by the
Little Big People Learning Center
in Edwardsville to present the "Healthy Smile for a Healthy Start" program to children at the center. The children loved practicing brushing on
Katie the Kangaroo
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Save the Date
Upcoming Educational Community In-Services
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Learning about other Luzerne County
community agencies in order to refer patients
is one of the many ways that VIM provides case management services. All in-services are from
9:00 am to 10:00 am
and are held at the clinic. If you would like to join us for the next presentation, please
RSVP to Chelsea
at
chelsea-vimwb@hotmail.com
or 570-970-2864.
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T
uesday, February 26th
The Importance of Pharmacology
Presented by the Wilkes University Pharmacy Students
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Tuesday, March 26th
Volunteers of America
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Patient Centered Medical Home Update
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The staff are working diligently to complete the
self-assessment
on the clinic's Electronic Medical Records system. The current modules are
Patient-Centered Access & Continuity
and
Care Management & Support
. These sections will be reviewed with the Americares team during next week's PCMH conference call.
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Volunteers
in
Medicine
190 North Pennsylvania Avenue
Wilkes-Barre PA 18702
Phone: 570-970-2864 | email: vimwb@hotmail.com
website www.vimwb.org
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