In this pdf Dermatologists Dr. Roger Kapoor and Dr. Paul Segal, who have offices at both Beloit Clinic and NorthPointe Clinic, have some helpful insight for readers. For more information, please call 608-364-2400 for Beloit Clinic or 815-525-4327 for NorthPointe.

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Be on the alert
for skin cancer
SUMMER/FALL 2013
Your risk of developing skin cancer
increases with age, which is why it
becomes more important to have
regular skin cancer screenings and
to stay informed about skin cancer
symptoms as you grow older.
Dermatologists Dr. Roger Kapoor
and Dr. Paul Segal, who have offices
at both Beloit Clinic and NorthPointe
Clinic, have some helpful insight
for readers.
WHAT TYPES OF SKIN CANCER
ARE THERE?
Skin cancer falls into two primary
categories: nonmelanoma and melanoma. “Nonmelanoma skin cancers
(basal and squamous cell cancers) are the more common and less deadly
of the two types,” states Dr. Kapoor. “They generally form in the top layer
of skin in areas routinely exposed to sunlight. They may take different forms
including a scaly reddish patch, a pearly or waxy bump or an open sore.”
Melanomas are less common than nonmelanomas, but are the leading cause
of skin cancer-related deaths. A melanoma can appear on normal skin or
may begin as a mole or birthmark that begins to change in appearance.
They also tend to form on parts of the body with high exposure to sunlight.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF SKIN CANCER?
A good way to check for potentially dangerous growths that may be
melanoma is to look at the ‘ABCDEs’ or, the asymmetry, borders, colors,
diameter and evolution of the growth. Ask yourself the following questions
as you do so:
Asymmetry. Is half of the mole or growth different from the other half?
Borders. Are the edges of the growth irregular?
Color. Do the colors of the growth vary?
Diameter. Is the growth larger than 6 millimeters in diameter?
Evolution. Is the mark constantly changing?
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Drs.Roger Kapoor and Paul Segal,board certified
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Be on the alert for skin cancer Continued from page 1
“Symptoms of nonmelanoma skin cancer to look out for include a sore that bleeds
easily and doesn’t heal, irregular vessels in or around a sore, or a sore with a
depression in the middle,” Dr. Kapoor adds. If you notice a growth, mole or
birthmark with these symptoms it’s a good idea to have it looked at by a doctor.
WHO IS AT RISK FOR SKIN CANCER?
Although skin cancer can occur in young people, the risk of developing it increases
as you age. Other factors that may increase your risk include:
• Having fair skin, eyes and hair
pigmentation.
• Being exposed to large amounts
of sunlight.
• Experiencing one or more blistering
sunburns as a child.
• Using tanning devices.
• Having a relative who has developed
skin cancer.
Becoming familiar with the risks and symptoms of skin cancer can help with early
detection and keep you healthy. Call our dermatologists if you have questions or
concerns about potentially cancerous growths or about your risk for skin cancer.
The latest technology in skin resurfacing
is now available at NorthPointe Health
andWellness in Roscoe. Dermatologists
Dr. Roger Kapoor and Dr. Paul Segal are
pleased to announce a new cosmetic
service available to residents looking to
improve the surface of their skin by the
reduction of wrinkles, age spots, scars
and more.
“Fraxel®
is a safe, non-invasive laser skin
treatment that can resurface damaged
skin and uncover a more youthful
appearance,” states Dr. Kapoor. “This is
a proven treatment with significant results
in as little as one treatment, depending
on the results desired.”
Fraxel resurfacing treatments effectively
target both the surface and deeper layers
of the skin for a smoother, fresher,
younger-looking appearance.
Patients can expect improvements
in tone and texture; reductions in
appearance of wrinkles around the
eyes, brown spots and scars; and effective
treatment of pre-cancerous lesions. The
main treatment areas include face, neck,
chest, arms, legs and back.
The first non-ablative Fraxel device was
approved by the FDA in 2003, with the
new Fraxel approved in 2008. The laser
treats only a fraction of the tissue at a
time, which promotes rapid healing.
Office treatments can be less than an
hour with some post-treatment redness
that diminishes in a few days.
For more information on this or other
cosmetic procedures such as chemical
peels, Botox or Restylane, please call:
Beloit Clinic Dermatology:
(608) 364-1219
NorthPointe Dermatology:
(815) 525-4070
The new Fraxel Laser Surgery procedure at
NorthPointe Dermatology reduces wrinkles
and age spots.Special pricing is now
available for all patients until August 5.
To introduce this new dermatology service at NorthPointe, all patients receive a special
introductory pricing of 25 percent off for this service if performed beforeAugust 5.
NorthPointeWellness members will receive a 15 percent discount if booked after that
time.To find out more, call (815) 525-4070.
Beloit Clinic Dermatology: (608) 364-1219
NorthPointe Dermatology: (815) 525-4070
2 Months After 4 Treatments
Before Fraxel repair

3. Frozen fruit cups
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Coming soon! MyHealth Patient Portal
EASY TO USE. SECURE. GET CONNECTED
Our new Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system is now live. All of
our patients have their health records available to their doctors at any
medical visit — hospital, clinic or ER. Thank you for your patience during
this transition as some registration and physician visits may have taken a little more time.
Coming later this fall! Our next step is to introduce you to MyHealth. MyHealth is a new online
health management tool that will give patients a new safe and private way to access their
records 24/7. You will be able to message your provider, refill medications, review your lab
results from recent visits, review your immunization and health history, request an appointment
and so much more.
Beloit Health
System announces
McKevett as new
President
Gregory Britton, Beloit Health
System President and CEO,
recently announced the leadership
promotion of Timothy McKevett
from Senior Vice President to
President. McKevett will take over
the operational responsibilities
for Britton, who will retain the title
of Chief Executive Officer for the
Health System. As CEO, he will
continue his focus on the Board
of Trustees.
“Tim’s promotion to President
is a reflection of his progressive
and effective leadership,” says
Britton. “He has been involved
in almost all areas of operation
over his career and accomplished
excellent outcomes.” In 28 years at
the Health System, McKevett has
been instrumental in developing
the Health System into a financially
strong, innovative, independent
healthcare provider.
Greg Britton (right) congratulates Tim
McKevett, new President of Beloit Health
System, after his announcement at the
corporate dinner.
Tone your bones
Want to improve your bone health? Start exercising.
Pre-menopausal women who exercise for more than two
hours per week maintain healthier bones, a new study
says. After tracking 120 women over an eight-week period,
researchers found that the women who exercised more
than two hours per week had higher levels of IGF-1, a
hormone that promotes bone growth. They also had lower
sclerostin, a hormone that migrates to bone surfaces and
inhibits bone formation.
New to exercise? Talk with your doctor before starting a new
routine. If you’ve been diagnosed with osteoporosis or are
at risk for the condition, talk with your doctor about possible
treatment options.
Enjoy a refreshing treat that’s delicious and nutritious!
Number of servings: 18
INGREDIENTS
3 bananas
24 ounces nonfat
strawberry yogurt
10 ounces strawberries,
frozen (thawed and
undrained)
8 ounces crushed
pineapple (undrained,
canned)
DIRECTIONS
1. Line 18 muffin-tin cups with paper
baking cups.
2. Dice or mash bananas and place
in a large mixing bowl.
3. Stir in remaining ingredients.
4. Spoon into muffin-tin cups and freeze at
least 3 hours or until firm. Remove frozen
cups and store in a plastic bag in freezer.
5. Before serving, remove paper cups and let
stand 10 minutes.
Per serving: 50 calories, 0 g fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 25 mg sodium, 12 g carbohydrates, 1 g fiber, 8 g sugar, 2 g protein, 0 percent vitamin A, 15 percent
vitamin C, 6 percent calcium, 2 percent iron. Percent daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Recipe courtesy of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, recipefinder.nal.usda.gov.

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REGULAR CHECKUPS AND SCREENINGS HELP DETECT KIDNEY DISEASE
Keep your kidneys healthy
A SIMPLE TEST
Kidney disease can be
treated and managed when it
is detected early. That’s why
it’s important to be screened
for kidney disease. All it
takes is a simple blood and
urine test to check for kidney
disease. People at risk for
kidney disease should talk
to their doctor about getting
tested every year.
Your kidneys have an important job to do.
They filter your blood and help waste and
extra water leave your body. When kidneys
aren’t working well, waste can build up in
the blood and hurt your body’s ability to
function. Because there are no symptoms
of early kidney disease, you may not even
know you have it. And if kidney disease
progresses or gets worse without treatment,
it can lead to kidney failure. Someone with
kidney failure usually needs to have dialysis
(when a machine is used to clean and filter
blood several times a week) or a kidney
transplant.
ARE YOU AT RISK?
Having high blood pressure, diabetes,
heart disease, or a family history of kidney
failure can raise your risk for getting kidney
disease.
Do you have high blood pressure?
Controlling high blood pressure and
reducing the salt in your diet can help
keep your kidneys healthy.
Do you have diabetes? Managing your
diabetes and keeping blood sugar levels
under control can help protect your kidneys.
Do you have heart disease? Keeping
your heart healthy can also help your
kidneys stay healthy.
Dialysis awarded highest 5-Diamond
safety status
Beloit Health System’s Dialysis Center was
recently awarded the highest 5-Diamond
Patient Safety Program status by the Renal
Network of the Upper Midwest. The status
helps promote patient safety values.
“We are very proud of this achievement,”
states CarolVickerman, RN, Director
of the Dialysis Center at Beloit Health
System. “The criteria and modules are very
challenging and our staff
worked hard to attain
this level of care.We are
dedicated to the highest patient
safety for our patients.”
The current Dialysis Center opened in
2001 with space for 18 patients to undergo
dialysis at one time. The design provides
lots of natural light, privacy and individual
TV screens for patients, who typically
receive dialysis three times a week for
four hours.
For more information about Beloit
Health System’s Dialysis Center, please
call (608) 364-5580.
New physiciansHere for you
Joanna Niemiec, M.D. DavidWright, M.D.Mashood Ahmad, M.D.
Beloit Health
System has three
board certified
nephrologists who
care for patients with
kidney disease. If
you would like more
information, please
call (815) 227-8300.
CarolVickerman, Director; Herman Polglaze; and Bonnie Rogers;all RNs in the Dialysis Center, are part of the dedicated Dialysisteam who helped achieve the 5-Diamond safety status.
What is
a kidney
stone?

5. 10 ways to protect your kidneys
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Cook with
more herbs
and spices,
less salt
Summer is a great time to experiment with
fresh herbs. So put down the salt shaker
and try some new flavorings. You can
cook delicious and nutritious meals with
less salt! The trick is using a variety of herbs
and seasonings to kick up the flavor. Try
these tips:
• Add fresh or dried herbs. For starters,
try basil, oregano, thyme, chives, parsley,
sage, mint or ginger. Rosemary pairs nicely
with chicken or potatoes and tarragon
mixes well with scrambled eggs.
• Sprinkle in spices. Use paprika, black
pepper, turmeric, cumin or cinnamon for
flavor in pasta salads, sauces and soups.
• Harness the power of chili powder. Hot
peppers and hot sauces can also spice
things up.
• Experiment with seasoning blends. Try
Italian seasoning with salmon or lemon
pepper with chicken and vegetables. Be
sure to check the labels of seasoning
blends for salt.
• Use garlic and onion in vegetables,
meats, salads and stews. Enjoy the
flavors of fresh pressed garlic or chopped
onion — or substitute garlic powder and
onion powder.
If you have high blood pressure, reducing
the sodium in your diet may help reduce
your health risks. Learn more about following
a DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop
Hypertension) and other steps for healthy
eating. Or call (608) 364-5445 to work with
a Beloit Health System dietitian.
#5
Kidney stones are not the same as kidney disease.
A kidney stone is a solid material that develops
from the substances the kidneys filter and clean
from the body. A kidney stone may stay in the
kidney or travel down the urinary tract and pass
with urine. Drinking plenty of water can help flush
away the substances that form kidney stones.
Kidney stones are often small enough to pass out of the body on their own.
However, sometimes a large kidney stone may block the flow of urine and
require medical attention. Call your doctor if you have extreme pain in your
back or side, blood in your urine, cloudy urine, fever/chills or vomiting.
The National Kidney Disease
Education Program suggests these
tips for protecting your kidneys:
2Keep your blood
glucose levels in
the target range
if you have
diabetes.
Cut back
on salt in
your diet.
10See your doctor for regular
checkups, and ask about getting
your blood and urine tested for
kidney disease.
1}Control high
blood pressure.
Keep your cholesterol
levels in the target range.3
4
Choosefruits,
vegetables,whole
grainsandlow-fat
dairyfoods.
6 Limit beverages
containing alcohol.If you smoke,
make a plan
to quit.
7
8Be physically active and
maintain your ideal weight.
9Take your
medicines as
prescribed.

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Haroon Chughtai, M.D.
Interventional Cardiology
Beloit Hospital
(608) 364-5205
Dr. Chughtai received his medical
degree in Pakistan and completed
an internal medicine residency at
Mount Sinai School of Medicine
where he also completed his
fellowships in cardiovascular
MRI and general cardiology. Dr.
Chughtai most recently completed
a fellowship in internal cardiology
at St. John Hospital and Medical
Center in Detroit. He will be starting
his practice here in July.
Lars Bjoernsen, M.D.
Emergency Medicine
Beloit Hospital
Dr. Bjoernsen received his medical
degree from the University of Oslo
in Norway and completed his
emergency medicine residency at
the University ofWisconsin. During
the past two years Dr. Bjoernsen
lived in Norway, and now has
returned to the U.S. to work in
our emergency department.
New physicians
Peter Marks, M.D.
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Beloit Hospital
(608) 364-5154
Dr. Marks received his medical
degree from Louisiana State
University and completed his
residency at Charity Hospital in New
Orleans. He received a fellowship at
University of Illinois Chicago Medical
Center. Dr. Marks has had a long and distinguished career
in Rockford, and now practices full-time at Beloit Health
System. He has been a key member of our Heart andVascular
Center since 2007, showing outstanding clinical results. He is
assistant professor of cardiothoracic surgery at the University
of Illinois College of Medicine in Rockford.
MariaVela, M.D.
Internal Medicine
Beloit Clinic
(608) 364-2240
Dr.Vela received her medical degree
in the Philippines and completed
her internal medicine residency at
Maimonides Medical Center in New
York. She also completed a geriatric
fellowship at Flushing Hospital
Medical Center in NewYork. Dr.Vela is board certified by
the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr.Vela cares for
patients in three languages: English, Spanish and Filipino.
New physicians
Beloit Health System is pleased to introduce you to the following new physicians who have recently started their practices in Beloit.
We also have a growing list of excellent advanced practice providers (nurse practitioners and physician assistants) who are skilled
in helping you reach your healthcare goals.
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from here
to there.
From here to there
Thank you to our employees and community friends who have complimented us on our
“From here to there” report to the community. We enjoy featuring our real patients who have
so many positive outcomes at Beloit Health System. We encourage you to join our online
community on Facebook at www.TheyKnowMeBest.com to tell us your story.
If you would like to see our report to the community online, please visit our website at
BeloitHealthSystem.org or call us at (608) 364-5206 and we will gladly send you a copy.

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When is it time to
seek assisted living?
It’s the place mom has called home for
the past 50 years, so it’s understandable
that now that she’s older, she doesn’t
want to leave. But given the difficulty
she’s had getting around the house lately,
you’re thinking it might be time to look into
assisted living rather than have her continue
to live alone.
It’s a dilemma many people grapple with
every day, for either themselves or aging
relatives, and leaves them asking two
important questions: Can I or my loved one
continue living at home? Or is it time to seek
assisted living?
HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS
“Some people may be able to stay home
and continue to enjoy independent living
with the assistance of loved ones, or by
taking advantage of various services,” says
Diedre Bennett, Director of NorthPointe and
Riverside Terrace assisted living centers.
Information on these services — and any
associated costs or Medicare coverage —
can often be found at local or state offices
on aging, social services or senior centers,
or by visiting www.eldercare.gov
(800-677-1116) or www.nia.nih.gov/
health (800-222-2225). The Rock
County Council on Aging in Janesville
(www.co.rock.wi.us/aging) has a valuable
list of resources. Some services you
may need:
Meals. Programs such as Meals on Wheels
are staffed with volunteer drivers who deliver
to seniors’ homes. Meal drivers may also act
as a safety check, noting any deterioration
in their clients’ conditions.
Personal or health care. Trouble with
showering or getting dressed? A personal
care aide can be hired for short periods of
time to help you accomplish these daily
tasks. If medical assistance is needed, call
Beloit Health System’s At-Home Healthcare
at (608) 363-5885.
Errands. Check with a grocery store to see
if they’ll take an order over the phone and
deliver. Some local laundromats may offer
delivery services, or a home cleaning service
may also do laundry.
Paying the bills. Get a referral from
your local Office on Aging for financial
counselors, geriatric care managers or
other professionals who can help with these
tasks. Some bills can be paid online, or
check with banks to see if bill payments can
be automatically deducted from savings or
checking accounts.
Taking medication. Specially labeled pill
boxes can help keep track of a week’s
worth of medication. Home health aides can
also assist with medication distribution.
Everyday tasks. Having trouble reaching
for items high on shelves or opening that
jar of mayonnaise? The Department of
Education’s website, www.abledata.com,
offers information on thousands of products
that can help with everyday activities.
Emergency alert system. Whether you
or your loved one is afraid of falling or
needing help, Beloit Health System offers
the AlertLine service, which provides help at
the touch of a button. Call (608) 364-5480
for more information.
Home modifications. Depending on need,
items such as wheelchair ramps, nonskid
flooring and shower grab bars may help make
the home safer to live in. Check with your
local Office on Aging or housing agency to see
if you or your loved one can get help in paying
for these changes.
IS IT TIME TO LEAVE HOME?
Sometimes it’s not possible to continue living
at home. Warning signs that may indicate a
lack of independence include:
• Deterioration in personal appearance
(soiled clothing, weight loss) or appear-
ance of the home
• Problems with managing chronic conditions
• Memory loss
• Frequent accidents
• Depression or other mental health changes
In these instances, an assisted living facility,
nursing home, skilled nursing facility or other
care may be needed. For more information
or a tour of NorthPointe or Riverside
Terrace Assisted Living Centers, please
call (608) 365-7222.
Cindy Hessian, Riverside Terrace Assistant, with residents Lloyd and Mary Eneix. Riverside
and NorthPointe Terrace are two choices when you are considering assisted living.

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Heart team comes together to save Beloit man
Ron O’Leary has many reasons to be thankful. Just three months
after his near-death experience, he has celebrated his 30th wedding
anniversary, his 58th birthday, and learned that he has two new
grandchildren on the way!
“I couldn’t be more appreciative for all the people who helped me
through my crisis and heart surgery,” says Ron, a resident of Beloit.
“I tell people all the time that I am a very lucky man!”
After shoveling snow in February and enjoying a delicious plate of
spaghetti, Ron made a strange sound that caught his wife’s attention.
“I thought he was having a seizure,” Julie O’Leary says. Ron was not
responsive and Julie immediately started administering CPR chest
compressions while asking others in the house to call 911.
After police and paramedics came to the rescue, they worked
hard to keep a heartbeat as he was transported to the Emergency
Room at Beloit Hospital. Within 12 hours, Ron was ventilated, and
responding with a weak hand squeeze to familiar faces. The nurses
confirmed that was a very good sign.
A COOL ROAD TO RECOVERY
Ron was put on a temperature management system called
Arctic Sun. The induced hypothermia device has a sophisticated
computer system that controls the body’s temperature. This slows
the body processes and gives a stroke or heart attack patient a
chance to recuperate. Studies show inducing hypothermia can
reduce mortality of a heart attack by 35 percent. The patient’s body
temperature is then slowly brought back to normal through this
same gel-padded device.
During this time, Ron was under the care of Dr. Leo Egbujiobi,
Cardiologist, and Dr. Peter Marks, Cardiovascular Surgeon.
Dr. Marks and Dr. Egbujiobi have been performing heart surgeries
at Beloit Hospital since 2007 through Dr. Marks’ affiliation with
Rockford Health System. Since January 2013, Dr. Marks has been
full-time at Beloit Health System seeing patients in Beloit’s Heart
and Vascular Center on the hospital’s fourth floor.
The heart team determined that Ron had three blocked arteries
that would require surgery. Two arteries were blocked at 50 percent
and one at 90 percent. The major blockage was in a main coronary
artery to the heart that typically causes a massive heart attack —
nicknamed the “widow maker.” Ron was scheduled for triple bypass
surgery four days after entering the hospital.
The surgery went well and Ron spent the next six days in the
hospital recovering. “I can’t tell you how impressed I was with
everyone at the hospital,” he exclaims. “From the doctors to the
nurses to the food servers, everyone was fantastic and worked so
well together. Now I like to visit my nurses and show them how well
I am doing thanks to their help.”
FULL SPECTRUM HEART CARE
Beloit Health System has a comprehensive cardiac care program
and cares for the patient from diagnosis to treatment or surgery
to follow-up care and cardiac rehabilitation. Ron successfully
completed them all and in June returned to the job he enjoys as
a bus driver. “I was ready to get back to work and start feeling
productive again!”
“I was so surprised that I had a heart attack,” explains Ron. “I
didn’t know I had any heart concerns and I have always passed
my physicals for the Department of Transportation (DOT).” Ron has
been a city of Beloit bus driver for almost a year, and was a school
bus driver for 16 years before that.
“I never hesitate to tell people about my experience at Beloit Health
System,” he adds. “They saved my life and I would recommend
them to anyone.”
Heart and Vascular Center:
Expertise for hearts
Beloit Health System is pleased to bring
Dr. Peter Marks, Cardiothoracic Surgeon,
and Dr. Haroon Chughtai, Interventional
Cardiologist, to the Heart andVascular Center,
on the fourth floor of the hospital. The Center
has high patient satisfaction, lower-than-average
complication rates, expertise and convenience
all in one place.
Pictured at left: Ron O'Leary thanks Dr. Peter Marks, Cardiovas-
cular Surgeon, and Dr. Leo Egbujiobi, Cardiologist, for the care
he received after his heart attack.

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Teenage depression is a serious health
concern. Sometimes preventing depression
is not possible; however there are things you
can do to give your teen the coping skills
and support that can reduce their risk of
serious depression. Laura Neece, Licensed
Professional Counselor with Beloit Health
System’s Counseling Care Center, offers
some important advice.
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT
Be sure your child knows that you are there
for them if needed. Good ways to show your
support include:
• Making time every day to talk with
your teen.
• Taking an interest in things that
interest them.
• Trying to encourage your child to
express feelings without offering
judgments or getting upset. Talk with
them calmly about how they are feeling.
• Offering positive feedback on accom-
plishments, good deeds or other
strengths whatever form they take.
• Preparing and eating family meals
together.
PROMOTE FRIENDSHIPS AND SOCIAL
INTERACTIONS
Strong social relationships are also
important for your teen’s mental health.
Encourage your teen to spend time with
his or her friends. Team sports or other
group activities like academic clubs are
also a great way for your child to increase
self-esteem and widen his or her social
support network.
LOOK AT MEDIA TIME
“Most teens spend a lot of time with
various media,” states Neece. “Examine
some of your child’s most watched shows
and movies. If they involve unrealistic
situations or people, you may want to have
a conversation about how media differs
from reality.” Repeated exposure to violent
or overly negative content may aggravate
feelings of depression. Talk with your kids
about what they are watching, how they
feel about it, what they have learned from it,
or even why they enjoy the show.
ENCOURAGE EXERCISE AND REST
Whether it’s through aerobic exercise like
running or strength-training exercises like
lifting weights, daily physical activity may
help reduce depression and anxiety in teens.
The Department of Health and Human
Services recommends at least one hour of
physical activity per day for teens.
Getting sufficient sleep is also essential for
helping teens feel their best both physically
and emotionally. Lack of sleep may increase
the risk of depression. Many teens may
reject the idea of having a set bedtime, but
encouraging a relaxing activity like reading
at night can help your teen fall asleep faster.
SEEK HELP WHEN NECESSARY
“Most teens have up and down moods,”
explains Neece. “It’s often difficult to
distinguish depression from ordinary
moodiness and teenage angst.” Some
signs of depression in teens include:
• Withdrawal from friends, family,
hobbies, sports and other activities
• Depressed mood
• Reduction in school performance
• Decreased energy and/or motivation
• Anger, irritability or rage
• Being very sensitive (possibly
overreacting) to criticism
• Poor self-esteem or guilt
• Decreased concentration, difficulty
making decisions
• Restlessness
• Changes in sleep or eating habits
• Suicidal thoughts
If you are concerned that your child may
be depressed, especially if they are having
suicidal thoughts, seek medical assistance.
Medical professionals may suggest a variety
of treatment options including talk therapy
or possibly antidepressant medications. For
more information, please call the Counseling
Care Center at (608) 364-5686. They
have licensed therapists who specialize
in working with teens and young adults.
Preventing and
getting help for
teenage depression
Laura Neece, Licensed Professional
Counselor with Beloit Health
System’s Counseling Care Center
Getting sufficient sleep is
essential for helping teens
feel their best both physically
and emotionally.

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Ann Sitrick, Executive Director • (608) 363-5724
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Beloit focuses on giving hope to
cancer patients
NEW CANCER CENTER NOW BEING BUILT
Construction is underway for Beloit Health System’s
new, free-standing cancer center located on Milwaukee
Road in Beloit. The center will bring together all cancer
services under one roof, and extends Beloit’s existing
relationship with the University of Wisconsin and the
UW Carbone Cancer Center in Madison.
“Beloit Health System began an affiliation with what is now UW Health in 1985,”
states Greg Britton, CEO of Beloit Health System. “In fact, we were one of their
first affiliates.”
“We are pleased that many patients will be able to stay closer to home while
receiving the highest possible level of cancer care in Beloit,” says Dr. Jeffrey
Grossman, president and CEO of the UW Medical Foundation. Currently, U.S. News
and World Report ranks the University of Wisconsin’s cancer facilities among the
nation’s top 50 and UW Hospital and Clinics the No. 1 hospital in Wisconsin.
“The new Center will expand and improve our cancer treatment options,” states Tim
McKevett, Beloit Health System President. “It will be equipped with state-of-the-art
cancer-fighting technology such as image-guided radiation. About 50 percent of the
cancer patients we serve in this area need both radiation and chemotherapy. Soon
they will have one location for these treatments that is focused on their comfort.”
Beloit Health System’s physicians will work more closely with UW cancer specialists
and will have access to the latest treatment protocols and education, including
clinical trials and tertiary care. Beloit will have the expertise to treat
95 percent of all cancers, with our UW collaboration caring for the more
esoteric 5 percent.
Services will include medical oncology, chemotherapy and infusion,
and advanced radiation therapy. It will also feature patient support
benefits, along with serene indoor and outdoor surroundings. An
additional benefit of the new free-standing clinic will be greater
patient convenience.
The architecture firm for the center is Plunkett Raysich Architects of
Milwaukee, and Klobucar Construction of Beloit is the contractor.
Support the cancer center
“What Does Hope Look Like” is Beloit Health
System Foundation’s campaign to help support
the new cancer center. If you are interested
in learning more about donating or naming
opportunities, please contact Ann Sitrick,
Foundation Executive Director, at (608) 363-5724.
Your gift can be used where it’s needed most or
to a specific area of cancer, such as family and
patient education, equipment and technology,
endowment for future needs, or for the healing
environment such as patios or walking paths.
Your gift brings hope to our cancer patients
and ensures that advanced medical cancer
treatment will be available to you, your family
and your neighbors.
Dr. Peter Mahler, Radiation
Oncologist also on staff with
UW Cancer Center, and Dr.Walter
Vogel, Medical Oncologist, will
continue their practices at the
new cancer center.
Renderings of the new cancer center located on Milwaukee Road
in Beloit.With its convenient location near major highways,the
cancer center is designed to serve patients in the broad region
of Rock andWalworth counties,as well as
those in northern Illinois.Antici-
pated costs for the 22,000-square-
foot building are $11.6 million,
with a scheduled opening in
December 2013.

11. SUMMER/FALL 2013 11
All of our nurses are winners!
Our generous donors have developed annual scholarships to recognize Beloit
Health System’s outstanding nursing staff. Although we have 370 nurses (and
they are all winners in our mind), we do take time during National Nurses Week
to honor some of our nurses nominated by their peers.
Many of Beloit Health System’s nurses hold advanced certification in their
respective specialties — a higher percentage than the national average. We
also have a very experienced nursing staff with a low turnover rate thanks to
our strong leadership, good work environment and high employee satisfaction.
Terri Harmon, Director, and Doris Mulder,
Vice President, award Judi Cash (center).
Nominee not present for photo: Jody Gaulin
(Critical Care).
Left to right: Ann Sitrick, Foundation Execu-
tive Director, awards Tammy Leisher (Beloit
Clinic — Oncology) and Robin Stauffacher
(Beloit Clinic — Oncology). Nominees not
present for photo: Heidi Hassinger (Special
Care), Danielle Chermack (Special Care)
Left to right: Doris Mulder,Vice President; Mary Cooper
(Critical Care and Nursing Office); and Doreen Mielke,
Director of Intermediate and Critical Care
Nominees: Maria Zittlow (Intermediate), Dail Shepherd
(Intermediate and Nursing Office), Donelle Studer
(Intermediate), Nicole Kath (Critical Care), Holly Clifton
(Multi-Care Center), Sharon Cox (Multi-Care Center),
Molly Carl (Gastroenterology) and Terra Ferguson
(Family Care Center).
WINNER: Judi Cash,
Gastroenterology
The Preceptor of the Year Award
was established by an anonymous
donor to recognize those members
of our nursing staff who assist in
orienting new staff members to
each department. They assist staff
in learning System policies, as well
as procedures and techniques
related to delivering patient care at
the bedside.
PRECEPTOR OF THE YEAR
AWARD WINNER
ROSE THOMAS-COATS AWARD
FOR END OF LIFE CARE
GLADYS M. ELDRED MEMORIAL AWARD
FOR NURSING EXCELLENCE
The Gladys M. Eldred Memorial Award was
established by John Eldred and Dorothy
Bigelow, children of Gladys Eldred, to
express the family’s appreciation for the
outstanding care given to Mrs. Eldred
while she was a patient in our hospital.
The purpose of the award is to create public
awareness of high-level nursing skills, and
to encourage the continual improvement
of nursing skills through participation in
continuing education activities.
The Rose Thomas-Coats Memorial
Award was established by June
and Charlie Hart in recognition of
the care given to June’s mother
at the end of her life by nurse
Julie Osborne Punzel. The award
supports advanced education for
nurses who provide end of life care
for patients and support for their
families.
WINNERS: Tammy Leisher
and Robin Stauffacher,
Beloit Clinic — Oncology
WINNER: Mary Cooper, Critical Care
and Nursing Office
CONGRATULATIONS!
We are proud of our nurses’ accomplishments
and their commitment to offer the highest quality
medical care to our patients.
To our nurses (and the families that support them)
we say thank you for making a difference in our
health system and in our community.
All of the following nominees are submitted by
their nursing peers.

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COUNSELING CARE CENTER
Call (608) 364-5686 for more information
about the following services.
Alcohol or Drug Abuse Assessment
Anger Management or Anxiety Group
for Adults and Children
Cancer Patient/Family Therapy
Individual or family therapy designed
for cancer patients and their families.
Children of Divorce
Depression Group for Women
Developmental Disability Group
Skill-building treatment group for adults
with developmental disabilities.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
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Develop skills to help you think,
control negative emotions and relate
better to others.
Rebuilding After Divorce Group
Helps women move forward after their
marriage ends.
Women Rebuilding Their Lives
Marriage/Family/Parenting and more.
FAMILY CARE CENTER
For more information or to register for any
of the classes, call (608) 364-5237.
Big Brother/Big Sister Classes
Sibling prep class, one Saturday each
month. 10 a.m.-noon, BMH Auditorium.
$5/child ($10 family). Gift bags and
refreshments are provided.
Birth Preparation Classes
Prepare for your delivery and future
parenthood with this four-session class.
Cost is $25 to those delivering at Beloit
Hospital and $50 if delivering elsewhere.
Birth Refresher Classes
Class consists of two, three-hour
sessions, refreshing you on breathing
and all aspects of birth. Cost is $10 if
delivering at Beloit Hospital, and $20 if
delivering elsewhere.
Breastfeeding Classes
Pave the way for a successful breastfeeding
experience before you have your baby or
after. The free class is held six times a year
from 6-8:30 p.m. in the Family Care Center.
Family Care Center Tours
Having a baby? Check out our special
delivery services.
HEALTH AND FITNESS
AlertLine (previously Lifeline)
Emergency Personal Response System
with help at the touch of a button. Call
(608) 364-5480.
Diabetic Counseling and Special Free
Class for Those with Pre-Diabetes
For information, call (608) 364-5138.
Foot Care Clinics
“Treat Your Feet” clinics offered at many
outreach centers. Call (888) 932-2245.
Free Hearing Screenings for People
35 and Older at NorthPointe
Call our certified audiologists at
(815) 525-4327.
Living Successfully with Diabetes
A comprehensive Diabetes Education
program offered several times a year.
Call (608) 364-5137.
Mammogram Mondays —
Now at NorthPointe
Walk-in screening mammogram clinic held
every second and fourth Monday,
5-8 p.m. Most insurance accepted.
Call (815) 525-4210 for Northpointe
mammograms. Hospital mammograms
available by appointment, including
Thursday evenings, by calling
(608) 364-5249.
Massage Therapy
Let our certified Massage Therapist
help you feel better. Massage services
also available at NorthPointe Spa.
NorthPointe Wellness
Medically integrated fitness facility in
Roscoe with two swimming pools, group
exercise classes, degreed and certified
personal trainers to help you reach your
goals. Please call (815) 535-4900 for
membership information or a tour.
Medicare Questions?
If you have Medicare-related questions
about your care at Beloit Health System,
call Tami Schindler, Medicare Advisor, at
(608) 364-5583.
SUPPORT GROUPS
All support groups are free.
Alzheimer’s Support Group for
Caregivers
Meets second and fourth Tuesday,
1-2:30 p.m. at BMH. Call (608) 314-8500.
Bosom Buddies
Breast cancer support group that meets
the third Monday of the month at 5:30 p.m.
Call (608) 364-5253.
Cancer Support Group
For more information, call (608) 364-5130.
Courageous Survivors Support Group
For those recovering from stroke,
amputations and other illnesses or
conditions. Call (608) 364-5203.
Diabetes Support Group
Call Barb/Nancy at (608) 364-5138.
Lymphedema Support Group
For more information, call (608) 364-5173.
Ostomy Support Group
Meets on a monthly basis. Call for
schedule at (608) 363-5705.
YOUNG ADULT/CHILDREN
Counseling for Individuals and Groups
Social skills, coping with divorce, anxiety
and more. Call (608) 364-5686.
Operation Timothy
Hospital orientation and tour for first
graders. Thursdays, October through May.
To register, call (608) 364-5237.
Safe Sitter
Meets for two separate sessions to
educate adolescents to safely care
for younger children. Fee of $35 for
one-day class from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call
(608) 290-4832 for class dates at BMH
and NorthPointe. Watch for details!