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MEDICALL ANE COUNTY MEDICAL SOCIETY SEPTEMBER 2020MATTERSFindingHis NicheDr. Asirot shares about hispassions, hobbies, and findinga sense of belonging.For the latest updateson events and resources,please visitwww.lcmedsociety.com.
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THIS ISSUEContentsL ANE COUNT Y MEDIC AL SOCIET Y9WHOLE HEARTAmy Trezona discusses thedifferent courses she offersincluding a mindfulnessbased stress reductioncourse. SEPTEM B ER 2020LCMS MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS10EXECUTIVE/LIFECOACHINGShannon O’Leary talksabout building leadershipskills and discovering one’sstrengths and EJodi DePaoli talks aboutthe counseling resourcesavailable to physicianmembers.Dr. Asirot shares how hebecame interested in theaging process and howhis involvement in thecommunity has allowedhim to meet new people.2419 20 22LCMS MEMBERSHIP BENEFITSMENTORSHIPPROGRAMDr. Gutierrez introducesthe mentorship programand how it can be used tocreate connections in thearea.PRACTICEMANAGERGROUPConnie McVein andDennis Chaltraw kick offthe first meeting sincerestarting the group.SERENITYLANEMEMBERINPUTDr. Aikawa and Dr. Ambatianswer some Q&Asabout LCMS events, themagazine, and more.Dr. Geisler discusses theuse of buprenorphine foropioid use disorder.MEDICA L M ATTERS SEPTEMBER 2020 3
MEDICALMATTERSLane County Medical SocietyExecutive CommitteeGINGER M. OTTESENFOUNDER & INVESTMENT ADVISERREPRESENTATIVE576 Olive Street, Suite 202Eugene, OR 97401(541) 342-SAGE(844) rk Mueller, MDPresident-electAlice Horrell, DOPast PresidentSara Batya, MDSecretary-TreasurerKevin Modeste, MDExecutive DirectorShondra HollidayEditor/Designer/PhotographerKianna CabucoAdvertising Inquiriesinfo@lcmedsociety.comInvestment advisory services offered only by duly registered individuals through AE WealthManagement, LLC (AEWM). AEWM and Sage Wealth Strategies are not affiliated companies.r1/2 Yea!1/2 Off2020 MEMBERSHIPDIRECTORY4 MEDICA L M ATTERS SEPTEMBER 2020PO BOX 7192Springfield, OR 97475Phone: 541-686-0995Fax: comFollow Us on Social MediaFacebook: Lane County MedicalSocietyTwitter: lanecmedsocietyAllremaining2020Directories!Order yourstoday!Email us at info@lcmedsociety.comLane County Medical SocietyLCMS ProviderWellness ProgramConfidential CounselingCall Cascade Health or accessthe 24-hour support lineat 541-345-2800LANE COUNTY MEDICAL SOCIETYPO BOX 7192SPRINGFIELD, OR 97475Stress Reduction WorkshopsAmy Trezona, RN541-912-0216Executive/Life CoachingShannon O’Leary541-255-2669
FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTORSomething for EveryoneImportance of a Strong, Flexible MembershipSomething for everyone – that’s our approach for best supportingour diverse membership. Whether it’s new physicians relocating fromelsewhere, established physicians looking for family-friendly events,physicians running small practices, or those employed by large organizationslooking to improve leadership skills, we strive to provide resources for all.When I meet member physicians, I ask “What benefitsdo you use and value the most?” Usually it’s social gatherings, educationaland entertaining dinner meetings, and most recently, the monthlymagazine. Last month, in fact, I received an email from long-time member,Dr. Catherine York about the magazine (see page 7).Unfortunately, I still hear many physicians don’t even know abouttheir LCMS membership- although the reason isn’t clear. New to the area?Employer paid dues? Communication breakdown? Conversely, others knowabout membership, but jokingly ask, “Isn’t that just the Golf Tournament?”Obviously, we have more work to do to get the word out.Certainly, there are many benefits to membership, but one veryimportant one is CAMARADERIE. There’s a mutual understanding thatothers are dealing with many of the same challenges you are challengesnon-physicians can’t truly comprehend.You may even notice a few new programs and resources. At different pointsin your personal or professional life, these benefitscan be enjoyable, helpful – maybe even necessary. WeWILL move forward, meet challenges head on, andstand together as a strong, unified membership. Notonly will physician membersbe supported, but communitymembers as well.AdvocacyStrong membershipallows a unified voiceon important issuesat local and statelevelsWebsitewww.lcmedsociety.comwPhysician and PatientResourceswPay Dues OnlinewRegister for EventswCOVID-19 ResourceswAccess to memberdatabase (w/ loginfrom LCMS)PublicationsProvider WellnessProgram8 FREE visits per member per yearConfidential Counseling: flexibleappointment times, telehealth availability,no insurance billed, no EMR createdCoaching: helps physicians assessobstacles and possibilities, while guidingtoward desired outcomesMindfulness Training: 8-weekprogram of mindfulness-basedstress reduction for physiciansand “Lunch & Learn”for office staffGroups& ProgramswWomen Physicians GroupwPrivate Member FB GroupNEW!!!wPeer Mentorship ProgramwPractice Manager GroupwDiversity, Equity, andInclusion GroupEventsMedical Matters: A genuineand informative read for medicaland business professionals alike.Learn more about the impact LaneCounty physicians and localorganizations are making inour community.Directory: Published annually,listing members by group,specialty, and photosectionswAnnual MeetingwEducational ProgramswMonthly SocialswAnnual Golf TournamentwVineyard EventwFamily Eventswand more!FinancialDiscountswOregon Pacific BankwFavorite HealthcareStaffingEducationwFinancial HealthwPPP Loan GuidancewLiability IssueswCMEwand more!CommunityConnectionsWe work to build meaningfulconnections with localorganizations such as:wCommunity Supported ShelterswFOOD for Lane CountywPositive Community KitchenwBags of LovewShelterCarewand more!
We’ve gotyour backKeiperSpine’s team of neurosurgeryleaders specialize in groundbreaking,minimally invasive procedures.It’s a common-sense approach thatJONATHANSHERMAN, M.D.puts patients first and views surgery asGLENN L.KEIPER JR., M.D.Board Certified inNeurosurgeryBoard Certified inNeurosurgerythe last option. See how we can putback pain behind you.CARMINAANGELES, M.D., Ph.D.Board Certified inNeurosurgery541-485-23571410 OAK STREET IN EUGENEKeiperSpine.comHealthy Snacks,Healthy KidsTrillium and FOOD for LaneCounty are teaming up to expandthe Snack Pack program. Shelf-stable,kid-friendly snacks will be distributedby 10 school districts through thesummer lunch program.Learn more at foodforlanecounty.org.6 MEDICA L M ATTERS SEPTEMBER 2020
Chart Notes“I get theopportunityto expand mysocial networkof friends andcolleagues.”– DR. ORESTES GUTIERREZON THE MENTORSHIPPROGRAMGETINVOLVEDAre you interestedin becoming moreinvolved with LCMSand seeking aleadership position?Do you have great ideasfor the Society and wantto make an impact?The LCMS NominatingCommittee is beginningto round up names foropen positions for our2021 Board of Directors.If you’re interestedin helping guide thedirection of LCMS,contact us at info@lcmedsociety.com.LCMS is starting amentorship programto help welcomemembers to the area.Take a look at the previewprovided by Dr. Gutierrezon page 19 and contactus at info@lcmedsociety.com if you’d like toparticipate.NEWSPublication Reviews“I want to let you know how much I appreciated the July 2020 issueof Medical Matters. The content was very contemporary and topical.I appreciated the articles taking on the tough and timely topics of theCOVID-19 pandemic and systemic racism. I loved the juxtapositionof the articles featuring both a primary care physician and a specialist.I enjoyed the patient advocacy expressed in the article about patient/visitor experience during COVID-19. The advertisements wereapplicable to me as a physician, and even the Advertiser Spotlightfeaturing a wealth management company felt genuine. Finally, thephoto collage on the back cover including doctors from across thecommunity made me feel bonded to my medical colleagues.”– Catherine York, MD“I love your magazine and look forward to receiving every issue. Lovedyour September 2019 cover story, ‘Compassion in the ER.’ You areproviding a great value to your members! Medical Matters is one ofthe very best county medical society publications I receive. Since Ireceive over sixty similar group publications, I have standing when Isay that you deserve a gold star for excellence!”– Shirley, The Doctors Company“My favorite member benefit is the Directory with pictures, it’s niceputting a face to a name. I’ve always been a bit of a loner so being partof a professional organization that facilitates activities, such as gettingtogether to go see Wicked at the Hult, is a big plus for me.I’m still singing, ‘I’m so popular ’”– Lisandra Guzman, MD“I think it is important to learn about the breadth of professionaland personal experiences that exist in our robust medicalcommunity. Sometimes, the introductions of new physicians orphysician services to our community are presented in the magazineand that is the only route I hear about them.”– Chris Poulsen, MD“I now look forward to receiving the magazine monthly. It is soattractive with color and an excellent layout. The articles are timely,inform me of what is important in this medical community. I like toreward advertisers with my business given their support of mymedical community.”– Douglas Austin, MD“Whenever the LCMS Magazine arrives in the mail my wife and Ihave to argue over who reads it first. There are always articles that areof great interest and relate to both our community in general as wellas to physicians specifically.”– Paul Chavin, MD, retired memberSO FAR IN2020, WE.worked withour members andpractice offices tohelp respond to thepandemic: Surveyed practicesand visited to discussgoals moving forward Created a list ofCOVID-19 resources Applied for grants tohelp continue PWPservices.have started andrestarted a numberof groups andprograms: Practice ManagerGroup Outdoor Group Diversity, Equity, &Inclusion Group Mentorship Program.hosted multiplevirtual events: Partnered with theLC Dental Society fora presentation fromKernutt Stokes onPPP Loans Women PhysiciansGroup Meetings First PracticeManager Meeting.expanded ourmembership Over 30 newmembers so far thisyear with a goal of 80MEDICA L M ATTERS SEPTEMBER 2020 7
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Mindfulness-BasedStress Reduction CourseBY AMY TREZONANBC-HWCWHOLE izes in helping individuals, teamsand organizations live healthier, happier,and more productive lives. As a NationalBoard-Certified Health and WellnessCoach, my expertise is in the impactof stress and anxiety on the body and Iassist clients to increase their capacity tomanage that stress in order to live morefulfilling and meaningful lives.Anxiety and stress keep people offcenter, and unmoored with a low-leveldissatisfaction that colors their world.As a life coach, I work individually withpeople utilizing mindfulness practices andpresence, attuned to the message beneaththe words. I help clients find themselves inthe present moment with more capacityto be in touch with their deeper desires,set realistic goals and reclaim meaning intheir lives. I work online via Zoom or overthe phone. When it is safe, I will return toin-person meetings.I also lead an 8-week MindfulnessBased Stress Reduction course that is nowoffered online. Using mindful movement,guided meditation, deep relaxation,dialogue, and reflection, participants learnto observe and discover their reactionsto life’s stressors and make the choice torespond from a more neutral place. Withpractice, they can then apply these skillsto everyday situations and connect morefully to themselves and the life they areliving, becoming wiser, more factual, andmore authentic about the degree andcauses of stress and anxiety in their life.It is possible to make constructive andsustainable changes that lead to more joyand better health. The course includesa downloadable workbook and guidedmeditations. MBSR is helpful for peoplecoping with illness, job or family-relatedstress, anxiety and depression. The nextcourse will begin on October 6th.“I work with peoplein a positive way todevelop an ongoingmindfulnesspractice that tapsinto their personalstrengths, reducesstress, buildsresilience, andincreases wellbeing.”-AMY TREZONAON HOW THE PROGRAMS WORKI offer stress management strategiesand res
Andrew J. Kokkino, M.D. Daniel Hutton, D.O. Neil E. Roundy, M.D. . established physicians looking for family-friendly events, physicians running small practices, or those employed by large organizations looking to improve leadership skills, we strive to provide resources for all. When I meet member physicians, I ask “What benefits do you use and value the most?” Usually it’s social .
