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CONTENTS SPECIAL Caring for the Littlest Bones and Joints Pediatric orthopedic specialist Julie N. Chevillet, D.O., checks out a special young patient born with a rare leg condition. 52 DEPARTMENTS 2 Tasty Tips Chef Michelle Dullard shares her recipes for spring crostini and strawberries. 3 Opening Thoughts Discover how we help families stay healthy. 4 Community Calendar Check out the classes and support groups at PMC this spring. 8 What’s New? Meet the newest physicians to join the PMC team. 49 Community Health Support groups encourage caregivers and help them stay healthy. 54 Foundation Focus Parrish Health Village is now open for the senior community. 56 Ask the Expert Get to know a valuable specialist who sees you exclusively in the hospital. FEATURES 34 36 40 43 50 Lean on Me Hearing that your spouse has prostate cancer can be perplexing. But you can get through it—together. Intimidated by the Gym? Don’t let fear keep you from exercising. We shed light on common reasons people fear the gym. What Is Your Volunteer Style? Take this quiz to learn which hospital volunteer jobs are most likely to fit your personality type and skill set. A Prescription for Relief When you live with chronic pain, getting the right treatment is essential. Here’s where to start. Joe Knows Stress To help battle the unique pressures of service work, one local leader loves to work out. 6 10 16 20 24 In the Business of Healing People A business office is an integral component of an organization. Find out why that’s especially true at a hospital. Get Real Bad boy or overachiever? When it comes to heart health, which reality TV personality are you most like? How Far We’ve Come Take a look at recent advances in women’s healthcare—and what’s on the horizon. Patient Survival Guide With the right resources and good information, you can improve the way you experience healthcare. Perfect Attendance Before you write off rehabilitation therapy, be sure you understand its purpose and what to expect. COVER PHOTO BY ROB KIM/GETTY IMAGES ON THE COVER 28 Vim & Vigor · SPRI NG 2012 Jennifer Hudson, Grammy-winning recording artist, Oscar-winning actress and Weight Watchers spokeswoman, shed more than 80 pounds after the birth of her son. Learn the secrets to her success. 1

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Vim & Vigor - Spring 2012 - Parrish Medical Center

Vim & Vigor - Spring 2012 - Parrish Medical Center
Contents
Tasty Tips
Opening Thoughts
Community Calendar
In the Business of Healing People
What's New?
Get Real
How Far We’ve Come
Patient Survival Guide
Perfect Attendance
A New Day
Lean on Me
Intimidated by the Gym?
What Is Your Volunteer Style?
A Prescription for Relief
Community Health
Joe Knows Stress
SPECIAL: Caring for the Littlest Bones and Joints
Foundation Focus
Ask the Expert

Vim & Vigor - Spring 2012 - Parrish Medical Center