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Medical Monday at WHKP

Thursday, November 18th, 2010

Nina Lovern with Perspectives Diabetes Self-Management Education appeared on Medical Monday at WHKP. Click below to see a behind the scenes look at the radio show broadcast and Nina speak about diabetes education.

On the first and third Monday of the each month, WHKP brings you Medical Monday with Pardee Hospital. We have special guests that join us to discuss health issues and community events. Larry Freeman with WHKP and Debbie Patrick, Director of Development for the Pardee Foundation, co-host the show which begins at 9:05 a.m. You can listen live on www.whkp.com.

Managing Back Pain with Physical Therapy

Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010

David Gerrer, PT, COMT

David Gerrer, physical therapist, COMT, with Pardee Hospital, will present Managing Back Pain with Physical Therapy at the Pardee Health Education Center on Monday, Nov. 15, from 2:30 until 4:30 p.m.

This free presentation will give a physical therapist’s perspective on basic review of spinal anatomy, normal and pathological conditions and how physical therapy addresses various conditions. Gerrer will discuss the benefits of physical therapy intervention and recommendations for physician referral for those seeking advice on diagnosing their condition and/or seeking referral to a physical therapist.

Registration for this free presentation is required by calling 1-866-790-WELL (9355).

Girls on the Run

Monday, October 18th, 2010

Kym Schifino, PT, at the Pardee Rehab and Wellness Center recently began volunteering her time as an assistant coach for the Hendersonville Girls on the Run running group. Girls on the Run is offered to girls in third through fifth grade throughout Western N.C.

Schifino is making her coaching debut working with girls from Hendersonville Elementary School, two times per week. The running organization is a 12-week, 24-lesson program combining training for a 5K (3.1 miles) running event with self-esteem enhancing and uplifting team exercise activities. The mission of Girls on the Run is to educate and prepare girls for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living.

“The mission of the program really resonated with me when I first heard about it; a passion for running and fitness (encouraged by my dad) kept me focused and out of trouble growing up,” said Schifino. “Running continues to be an outlet for stress relief and a fun way to maintain a healthy lifestyle. I’m excited to help young girls discover that for themselves.”

For more information about Girls on the Run, visit www.gotrwnc.org or call (828) 713-4290.

Click here to view and print a Girls on the Run flyer.

A Patient Story :: A Place to Rehabilitate

Friday, October 15th, 2010

Pardee physical therapist to present shoulder pain seminar

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

Jason Morgan, a licensed physical therapist at Pardee Hospital, will host a presentation about shoulder pain on Thur., Aug. 12 from 3 until 4:30 p.m. at the Pardee Health Education Center. Registration is required for this free presentation by calling 1-866-790-WELL (9355).

Shoulder pain is a common problem that can interfere with daily activities, and it is important to understand the cause of the pain in order to apply the appropriate treatment. This free presentation will focus on causes of shoulder pain and the range of treatments available from medication and therapy to stretching exercises.

The Pardee Health Education Center located in the Blue Ridge Mall is a unique community outreach program of the hospital that provides an array of services from health fairs and screenings to seminars and support groups. Last year, the center provided more than 10,000 free and low-cost screenings to community members.

Pardee Rehab and Wellness Center to host community blood drive

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010

Pardee Hospital will host a community blood drive on Thursday, July 29 from 10 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at the Pardee Rehab and Wellness Center, located at 212-B Thompson Street near Epic Theatres. Appointments are required by calling (828) 698-6774 or online at RedCrossBlood.org and enter code 150811. All donors are entered for a chance to win a $1,000 gift card.

In order to donate blood, one must be healthy, at least 17 years old, weigh 110 pounds or more, and not have donated blood in the past 56 days. Walk-in donors will be accepted, but those with appointments will be seen first. Remember to bring a photo I.D.

The Pardee Rehab & Wellness Center, offers physical, occupational and speech therapy and rehabilitation services, along with cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and the area’s only diabetes education program accredited by the American Diabetes Association. The center also offers a state-of-the-art wellness gym and weekly group fitness classes that are both available to the public.

Stroup receives certification in ergonomics

Monday, July 12th, 2010

Erin Stroup, MS, OTR/L, CEES

Erin Stroup, MS, OTR/L, CEES, an occupational therapist at Pardee Rehab and Wellness Center, recently obtained the Certified Ergonomic Evaluation Specialist (CEES) certification through the Matheson System.

“Erin’s ergonomic certification allows our department to offer proven results to local companies on reduction of injuries and thus savings on worker’s compensation. Which in turn leads to higher employee satisfaction and longevity in the workplace,” said Tim Auwarter, director of rehab services at Pardee. “Erin’s skills and expertise have already been extremely helpful within Pardee, as she has provided input of proper chairs and workstations to help reduce stress and strain on our associates.”

Pardee Rehab and Wellness Center has extended these services provided by Stroup to employees in Henderson County through the Industrial Rehab Program. The program provides local business with in-depth ergonomic evaluations and education on injury prevention through one-on-one and group sessions.

Local physicians are encouraged to refer individuals who have been injured on the job or who are at risk of re-injury due to job demands for an ergonomic evaluation. If you have any questions regarding these services, please contact Erin Stroup, at (828) 698-6774.

Pardee Rehab and Wellness Center offering a new class

Friday, July 2nd, 2010

Pardee is offering a new class, “Seniors in Motion.” The new class is located at the Pardee Rehab and Wellness Center, 212-B Thompson Street near Epic Theaters. Classes will take place each Wednesday and Friday from 10 until 10:30 a.m. The class is free to wellness members and Pardee associates, and costs $3 for the community.

This class is designed to help promote range of motion, breathing, stretching and moving the entire body with the aid of motivating music. Participants are required to stand independently and tolerate light to moderate cardiac exercise.

For more information about “Seniors in Motion” or for additional class information please call the Rehab and Wellness Center at (828) 698-6774.

Vision Henderson County visits Pardee

Wednesday, March 17th, 2010

Joel Tipton, CPR coordinator, gives the Vision Henderson County participants a tour of the Pardee Rehab & Wellness Center

Thursday, March 11, the Vision Henderson County class of approximately 24 individuals stopped by to tour Pardee Urgent Care and the Pardee Rehab & Wellness Center as part of their class visits for the day. The group also visited Sheriff Rick Davis, the WNC Agricultural Center, Advantage West, Wilson Art and the Henderson County offices. Tours of the Pardee facilities were led by Tim Auwarter, director of Rehab and Wellness, Joel Tipton, CPR coordinator, and Diane Ballard, assistant manager of Pardee Urgent Care. Tim and Joel were both graduates of the Vision program. Vision Henderson County promotes informed and committed civic volunteerism. Its programs are designed to help participants acquire both a fuller sense of the wide array of critical issues affecting Henderson County, and the leadership skills necessary to motivate and engage others in collaborative efforts to resolve them.

While touring Pardee Urgent Care, the group was able to learn about excellent clinical services available at our Urgent Care facility including, adult and pediatric medical care, minor surgery, sports physicals, a physician on-site at all times, and convenient weekend and evening hours. Tim and Joel were able to inform the class of the benefits and services that Pardee Rehab & Wellness offers to the community. The Pardee Rehab team works together to create an individualized treatment program to maximize recovery from injury or illness, as well as exercise programs to increase and prolong good health.

We are pleased to have been a stop on the schedule for the Vision Henderson County class for 2009-2010.

Return Visit

Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

Debbie interviews one of our patients, a repeat customer. I still can’t believe she is standing the whole time.