Volume 8 Issue 9 May 3, 2013

PRESBYbulletinPenn Presbyterian Medical Center

PPMC and Penn Medicine CAREs in the CommunityAs University City High School (UCHS) students reach the stage of making significant life decisions, a Penn Medicine CAREs grant funds a program to provide them with resources and training to help along the way.

The new program at nearby UCHS, one of the Netter Center for Community Partnership’s university-assisted community schools, includes two parts: health education lectures given by Family Medicine residents for UCHS students, and an internship program for older students interested in medical careers who are enrolled in UCHS’ Twilight classes, an evening school program for students over 17.

Since 1998, a series of Penn Medicine and Netter Center joint programs have been led by Penn Medicine’s Family Medicine and Community Health department, including Peter Cronholm, MD, MSCE, FAAFP assistant professor of Family Medicine and Community Health and director of community programs.

In the program’s first set of lectures at UCHS, Gabriella Maris, a second-year Family Medicine resident, responded to the rate of teen pregnancy in West Philadelphia with a four-part series on prenatal care for 10th, 11th, and 12th grade UCHC students.

“As a family doctor (who provides both OB and Pediatrics care), pregnancy can be a very overwhelming time for new moms and dads,” said Maris. “As clinicians, we are aware of many important fetal milestones and environmental risks for a developing baby.”

uture lectures by other residents explore the topics of tobacco cessation, nutrition, exercise, hygiene, drugs and alcohol, and more.

“Overall, the students were very engaged and asked great questions,” said Maris. “Whether clinical or educational, I think the students learned a lot and were thankful for the teaching sessions.”

High school students have since turned to Maris for advice, including a pregnant student, a young woman who thought she might be pregnant, and students interested in pediatrics.

The 3rd annual Rockin’ Docs for Diabetes

Cure will be held on Friday, May 10,

2013, at the World Cafe Live in Philadelphia, PA, starting at 7:30 PM and is open to all ages. This benefit concert is a fundraising event sanctioned by JDRF, the largest charitable funder and advocate of diabetes research worldwide (and originally started right here in Philadelphia). All profits generated will benefit JDRF (a 501c organization) towards their mission to find a cure for type I diabetes and its complications.

Building on the success of our last two shows, the Rockin’ Docs concert will feature four established local bands which include multiple doctor-musicians from several major hospital centers in the Philadelphia area. This year one of those bands will be Blue Bizness which features Dr. Zeller and a guest appearance by Dr. Einhorn, both from UPHS’s medical staff.

Tickets are $27 in advance or $30 at the door. For tickets and more event information, please visit www.rockindocs.org

A CONCERT TO BEnEfit JDRf

from left: Gabriella Maris, MD; Peter Cronholm, MD, MSCE, fAAfP; tia Hope, BS; Olubunmi Ariyo, Rn, BSn; Waffiyyah Murray; Patrice Berry; and Giang nguyen, MD, MPH, MSCE

Contact Us: Katie Delach | katie.delach@uphs.upenn.edu | http://news.pennmedicine.org/inside/presbybulletin/

Looking for Fresh Fruits and Veggies?

Greensgrow Farm is a national leader in bringing fresh local produce and healthy food items to urban neighborhoods. For 10 years Greensgrow has offered a unique buying club called a CSA (community-supported agriculture) program. Each week, CSA members sample a basket of the best food the region has to offer. And now, you can pick up your basket just down the street from PPMC!

In 2012, Greensgrow launched the West Philadelphia Fresh Food Hub, a non-profit healthy corner store and farmer’s market located at 37th and Lancaster Avenue. Greensgrow

CSA shares can be picked up right at the Food Hub! For more information, visit www.greensgrow.org/csa, or www.westphillyfoodhub.org.

Heartfelt ThanksAn excerpt from a letter to Allen Fasnacht, BSN, RN, from Kathleen Sonnie, MSW, Program Coordinator at Bethesda Project Spruce Street, a permanent housing establishment for 16 women who were previously homeless.

On Friday, February 15, 2013, several of your nurses volunteered to come with dinner and dessert to celebrate Valentine’s Day with the women.

I would like you to know who these wonderful women were: Kathy Farrell, Holly Strine, Angela Jorden, Antoinette Gharlet, Bianca Innaurato, Lindsey Hamilton, Shon Johnson, and Esther Wood.

They not only brought a delicious dinner but also provided all of the paper goods for Valentine’s Day. The nurses served the dinner and provided enjoyable conversation.

I commend them for their care, respect, and concern for the women. Blessings on you and your work at Penn Presbyterian!

Frank H. Gardner, MD, a former professor of Medicine at Penn Medicine and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, died at his home in Galveston on April 6, at age 93.

Born in California, Dr. Gardner dedicated his career to the diagnosis

and treatment of cancers of the blood. Following positions early in his career that took him to Chicago, San Francisco, and Boston, Gardner served in the US Army Medical Corps during the Korean War, stationed at Form Buchanan in Puerto Rico. His work at the Tropical Research Medical Laboratory led to significant improvements in the diagnosis and treatment of Tropical Sprue, a debilitating disease affecting thousands of allied troops fighting in jungle climates.

In 1966, Dr. Gardner was appointed professor of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. He continued his clinical work at the Presbyterian-University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, first as director of the Hematology Research Laboratory, and later as director of Medicine. He also served as a consultant in Hematology at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia BA Hospital.

In 1975, he moved to Galveston, Texas.

In 2004, the Frank H. Gardner Conference Room was dedicated at the Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, recognizing his important contributions to the University as both an inspirational teacher and renowned hematologist.

Dr. Gardner is survived by his three sons and two grandchildren.

Donations may be made to the Ronald McDonald House or Hospice Care Team, Inc.

REMEMBERING fRAnk H. GARDnER, MD

Your annual Total Compensation Statement gives you a “big picture” view of the value of your UPHS pay and benefits. The newest statement, showing the total value of your benefits and compensation for the period January 1, 2012 – December 31, 2012, is now available online. Visit the Human Resources website, www.uphshrandyou.com and click on one of the links for the Total Compensation Statement.

nEW this year: it’s easier to access your statement! Just use your network iD and password.

Did you know your statement is also a valuable tool to use in retirement planning? Review the Retirement section to be sure you’re participating in all the retirement plans that you’re eligible to join and that you’re making the most of your opportunities to plan for your future.

In order to receive a Total Compensation Statement, you must be a UPHS employee, enrolled in UPHSflex benefits, and have a hire date on or before June 30, 2012.

Annual total Compensation Statements now Available Online!