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2 TexasHealthMansfield.org WHOLE HEALTH is published as a community service for the friends and patrons of TEXAS HEALTH HOSPITAL MANSFIELD, 2300 Lone Star Road, Mansfield, TX 76063, 682.341.5000, TexasHealthMansfield.org. Information in WHOLE HEALTH comes from a wide range of medical experts. It should not be considered or used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about specific content that may affect your health, please contact your healthcare provider. Models may be used in photos and illustrations. Doctors on the medical staffs practice independently and are not employees or agents of Texas Health hospitals or Texas Health Resources. 2024 © Texas Health Resources. 2024 © Coffey Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. Follow us on: On the cover: Patient Care Services Director Launa Allen, President and Chief Executive Officer Eulanie Lashley, and Internal Medicine Specialist Hussein Alammar, MD. Find the hidden cowboy hat Ready to win? Find the hidden cowboy hat in Whole Health, and you could win a $100 Amazon gift card! Once you find the hidden cowboy hat, scan the QR code or visit TexasHealthMansfield.org/ Contest to submit your contest entry. All entries are due by July 31, 2024. One entry per person. All correct entries will be placed into a drawing, and one winner will be selected. Must be 18 or older to enter. Texas Health Hospital Mansfield team members and their immediate family members are not eligible to win. Ready to serve the Mansfield community Hello! I am thrilled to be joining the Texas Health Hospital Mansfield leadership team as the new president and CEO. Joining Texas Health Mansfield was an easy choice for me. I love that this organization’s values and culture of caring align with mine, and I look forward to serving this incredible community. I’m just as honored and excited to serve alongside so many talented and dedicated team members. The compassion, skills and commitment I’ve seen from our doctors, nurses and support staff is truly amazing. My goal is to help us continue to bring our community advanced healthcare services using the best technology and compassionate care that heals the mind, body and spirit. I invite you to discover more about our offered services and outstanding staff in this summer issue of Whole Health. Here at Texas Health Mansfield, you can count on our team to provide you and your loved ones with only the best care close to home, so you never have to travel far to find what you’re looking for. We are grateful for the ongoing support of our patients and community partners, and we thank you for entrusting us with your care. Sincerely, Eulanie Lashley President and CEO My goal is to help us continue to bring our community advanced healthcare services using the best technology and compassionate care that heals the mind, body and spirit.
Summer 2024 3 Get to know Eulanie Lashley Texas Health Hospital Mansfield names new president and CEO As Texas Health Hospital Mansfield’s new president and chief executive officer, Eulanie Lashley brings plenty of experience and a passion for helping healthcare facilities grow alongside the communities they serve. “I’ve been privileged to be a part of facilities that are growing and contributing to communities,” Eulanie says. “I’m proud of that work and looking forward to it continuing in Mansfield.” Before joining Texas Health Mansfield, Eulanie served as vice president and chief operating officer (COO) for AdventHealth Apopka in Apopka, Florida. Among her many accomplishments, she helped develop new heart attack treatment and cancer programs and led the hospital’s $26 million expansion effort. She was also the COO of AdventHealth Winter Garden, located in Florida, where she oversaw construction of their $219 million inpatient tower. Family time and crafting Outside of work, Eulanie enjoys spending time with her husband, Rossyl, and their children, Nathan, 12, and Natalie, 6. She and her family look forward to exploring their new community and making a visit to famous silos owned by Chip and Joanna Gaines. Eulanie enjoys sewing and crafting. “It lets me be creative in a different way,” she says. “There is something unique about the type of healthcare we provide. There is something about being able to care for not just somebody’s physical needs, but also their spiritual, emotional and mental needs that makes what we do stand out from several other places where you could go for care.” Born in the Caribbean Eulanie was born on the Caribbean Island of St. Vincent. At age nine, she moved with her family to the island of Antigua. A member of her church entered Eulanie into a scholarship competition, which she won, allowing her the opportunity to attend Atlantic Union College in Massachusetts. She later transitioned to Andrews University in Michigan, where she earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting. She also holds a Master of Business Administration from Southern Illinois University. In 2007, Eulanie began her career with AdventHealth as a finance intern at AdventHealth Shawnee Mission. She later joined the financial planning department in AdventHealth’s Central Florida Division and went on to hold several finance and leadership roles. Getting to work Among other goals, Eulanie looks forward to partnering with the Mansfield community, continuing Texas Health Mansfield’s track record of growth, and offering new services. She’s also excited to work with an “incredibly special and gifted” team of providers and staff. “They bring pride and a brilliance of energy to work every day,” Eulanie says. “From the moment I walked through the door, I could feel that these were people who were proud to be delivering care. They were proud of the work they were doing and incredibly proud of the outcomes they were achieving as well.” —Eulanie Lashley
4 TexasHealthMansfield.org Whether you need a minor or a major operation, having surgery is a significant step in your healthcare journey. You want to feel confident in your doctor’s surgical expertise. You want a team focused on healing the whole person. That’s what you’ll find at Texas Health Hospital Mansfield. Since opening in 2020, Texas Health Mansfield has worked to make high-quality surgical care accessible close to home. Surgeons at the hospital provide a full array of surgical specialties. Here are just a few highlights: ● Orthopedic surgery. This includes ankle, hand, wrist, shoulder and knee procedures, including total joint replacements. ● Digestive health procedures. A few examples are colorectal cancer surgery, gallbladder operations, acid reflux procedures and bariatric (weight-loss) surgeries. ● Women’s health surgeries. These include breast cancer surgeries and breast reconstruction, as well as gynecology procedures like hysterectomies. Here are a few more reasons to choose Texas Health Mansfield: Expert surgeons. The boardcertified physician partners who operate at the hospital are known for their quality outcomes and compassion for their patients. “We are very fortunate to have this core group of surgeons,” says Chief Operating Officer Carine Moura. “They put their patients first and get to know them by name. Another thing I love about our physician partners is that they stay up-to-date on advancements within their specialties to be able to provide cutting-edge care and outcomes such as shorter hospital stays for their patients.” “We have a very intense credentialing process, and we really care about having surgeons here who are operating at top quality,” Carine adds. Patient navigators to guide you. One of the benefits of choosing Texas Health Mansfield is the team of dedicated orthopedics, digestive health and women’s health surgery navigators. They will guide you at every step before and after your surgery. Advanced surgical services near you Discover more about close- to-home surgical services Visit TexasHealthMansfield.org/Surgery to learn what you can expect when you have your surgery at Texas Health Mansfield. Quality surgeons. The latest technology. Personalized attention.
Summer 2024 5 Robotic surgery. The surgeons use many of the latest robotic-assisted techniques, which enhance precision and may shorten your hospital stay and recovery. Options include gynecologic robotic surgery and the area’s only Mako robot for total hip and knee replacement. Newer surgical tower. As the newest hospital in town, the facility has spacious operating rooms equipped with the latest surgical technology. Personalized attention. You may not need to stay long after your surgery, since many same-day surgeries or those that require only an overnight stay are performed. But during your visit, you will experience modern, spacious rooms and patientcentered care. “We thrive on delivering an excellent patient experience and giving you personalized care,” Carine says. “We are a smaller facility. We get to be very intentional about everybody that comes to our doors.” Top-rated for patient safety Texas Health Mansfield earns third-straight ‘A’ For the third time in a row, Texas Health Hospital Mansfield has earned an “A” grade for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group. The firm publishes safety and quality data about hospitals. The ratings can help patients make informed choices when seeking care. By looking at a hospital’s safety grade, patients can see how well that facility prevents harm, like medication errors, accidents and infections. “I could not be more grateful for the efforts of our team,” says Chief Medical Officer Ronny Ford, MD. “We have always strived to be a safe place to receive high-quality care, and this grade reflects our continual commitment to our patients. It also shows our dedication to one of our service standards: Keep Me Safe. We live by that standard every day.” Stay in the know Check out the news page at TexasHealthMansfield.org to learn about our latest accreditations, community volunteer work and more. Click on the green “Menu” button, then “News.”
6 TexasHealthMansfield.org Did you know that many people take up to 10,000 steps a day? That’s more than 3 million steps per year—and a lot to ask of your feet. If your feet are hurting, you can easily make an appointment to see a podiatrist, also known as a foot and ankle orthopedic specialist, at Texas Health Hospital Mansfield. A guided journey to better health Specialists at Texas Health Mansfield can help you with various painful foot and ankle problems, including bunions, arthritis, fractures, Achilles tendon issues and foot deformities. They also perform diabetes foot care and can recommend orthotic inserts for your feet. If conservative treatments aren’t enough, you might need surgery on the foot or ankle. Many options are available, including advanced procedures like total ankle joint replacement. No matter your needs, getting the proper care in your own backyard is easy, thanks to Texas Health Mansfield’s dedicated nurse navigators. “We play a crucial role in guiding our patients through their healthcare journey and providing support and resources along the way,” says Orthopedic Care Coordinator Amber Rauch, DNP, RN, CNL. As Amber notes, healthcare can be complex. She will help you at every step. “We help our patients understand their treatment options and the healthcare system,” Amber says. “For instance, we work with scheduling their appointments and coordinating care between the specialists, as well as helping them understand their insurance.” Amber will schedule a quick appointment with a local foot and ankle doctor that fits your schedule. The personal attention doesn’t stop there. Amber can schedule any physical therapy, change an appointment for you, answer your questions about surgery and more. “We’re here, and we can help you with all these things,” Amber says. Take the first step in your guided foot-care journey Call Amber Rauch at 682.900.2157 to connect with your personal guide to orthopedic foot and ankle care. To learn about foot care and other orthopedic services, visit TexasHealthMansfield.org/Orthopedics. With help from your orthopedic nurse navigator Get back on your feet
Summer 2024 7 Summer’s long days leave more time for family fun. It’s also a time to take a few extra precautions. Consider these tips from Heather Granado, DO, Medical Director of Texas Health Hospital Mansfield’s emergency department (ED). Stay hydrated, and stay out of the sun during the hottest times of the day. Take breaks in the shade. Drink water or other nonalcoholic fluids frequently, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Watch kids around water. Always stay within an arm’s length of them. Gear up. Wear a helmet and proper safety gear when riding bikes or playing other sports. Use sunscreen. Reapply every two hours—sooner if you swim or sweat. “Most sunburns can be prevented with sunscreen and protective clothing,” Dr. Granado says. A summer safety guide Celebrate July Fourth safely. “It’s not uncommon that we receive patients in the ED with hand injuries or kids with sparkler burns,” Dr. Granado says. “To prevent injury, it is best to leave most fireworks to the professionals.” Always ready Should you or your child have an emergency this summer, you can trust the Texas Health Mansfield ED to expertly and promptly treat all types of emergencies, from fractures to allergic reactions and burns. Discover excellent emergency care Visit TexasHealthMansfield.org/ED to learn more about conditions the ED commonly treats or to use the InQuickER scheduling tool. Personalized primary care Meet Renee Baril, FNP-BC As a board-certified family medicine nurse practitioner, Renee Baril loves building relationships with her patients and helping them achieve their health goals. Wellness tailored to you Renee takes the time to get to know her patients, their lifestyles and occupations. This helps her create a realistic care plan that fits each person’s unique needs and abilities. “For example, not everybody can jump on a treadmill,” Renee says. “So how can we help you become a bit more active?” “A lot of people already know about the importance of diet and exercise,” Renee continues. “That’s easy to say to someone. I say, ‘Let’s make a plan to help you be healthy,’ versus just telling you to get on a treadmill or stop smoking.” Renee says it’s important to find a provider with whom you feel comfortable discussing your lifestyle. “Your primary care provider should be someone who will be a partner in your healthcare, keep you as healthy as possible and help you with the things you need,” Renee says. Get connected to great care Renee practices at Family Medicine of Mansfield, located at 120 N. Miller Road, Suite 300, in Mansfield. To make an appointment, visit TexasHealthMansfield.org/Baril or call 682.341.7510.
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