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Volume 12 | Issue 1 LifeTimes is published quarterly by the Public Relations Department of Tuomey Healthcare System as a community service for the friends and patrons of Tuomey Healthcare System and The Tuomey Foundation.

editor in ChiefBrenda Peyton Chase

editorial advisory BoardGregg Martin Erik Whaley Brenda Peyton Chase

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MemberAmerican Hospital Association, South Carolina

Board of trustees administrationJay Cox FACHE, President & CEOGregg Martin FACHE, Senior Vice President & COOPaul Johnson Vice President & CFOTerrie Carlton Vice President & CNODr. Gene Dickerson Vice President of Medical AffairsMichelle Logan-Owens Vice PresidentWilliam Renwick Vice President

Bobby Boykin ChairmanChal Glenn Vice ChairmanGreg Thompson TreasurerStephen Creech SecretaryDr. Andy McFaddin Chief of Staff

Rev. Dr. James BlassingameJohn Brabham Jr.Jay CoxDr. Henry MosesPhil PalmerDr. Kay RaffieldDr. Sam RiddleDr. Charlie WhiteMitch Williams

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xciting things are happening at Tuomey!

In our quest to bring Sumter the best

healthcare, we continue to offer new pro-

grams, new technologies and new forms

of outreach for this community. We are

proud of the work we do and what we

have to offer to the city of Sumter.

This issue of LifeTimes highlights

many of those exciting things. It introduces new op-

portunities like the Tuomey Golf Fitness Institute, which

seeks to use physical therapy methods to help correct

golfers’ form, protect them from injury and improve

their game. It discusses new technology like the Bal-

loon Sinuplasty™ technique offered by Sumter ENT

and available at Tuomey, which promises to provide a

minimally invasive option for symptom relief of chronic

sinusitis. And it introduces new programs like Tuomey

Medical Professional’s Industrial Medicine and Wellness

SMARTbeat, which aims to provide lower-cost preventa-

tive screenings for cardiovascular problems. All of these

things are wonderful additions to the high-quality care

offered by Tuomey, and we are happy to share them with

you here.

Perhaps most significantly, this issue of LifeTimes fo-

cuses on the efforts of the Core Institute, an exciting new

program available in Sumter. The Core Institute offers

an educational method that combines both athleticism

and academics, in the hopes of strengthening both bod-

ies and minds. It promises to serve both students who

perform well academically but are under-challenged and

those who are having difficulties in their studies. The

Core Institute offers the children of Sumter a unique and

highly beneficial opportunity to build a strong founda-

tion for success.

Finally, this issue of LifeTimes serves as a reminder of

some of the things Tuomey continues to do well. This

issue profiles Bunny, one of Tuomey’s pet therapy dogs,

who recently received top honors for her breed at the

Westminster Kennel Club. Furthermore, this issue high-

lights the continued work of The Tuomey Foundation,

Tuomey Healthcare System’s strongest ally and partner.

With the support of our donors and volunteers, we are

able to continually make Tuomey a better place for

our community.

I hope you enjoy this issue of LifeTimes. As always,

I thank you for your support. And I encourage you to

explore the many things Tuomey has to offer, right here

in Sumter.

Sincerely,

Letter from The President

Exciting opportunities at Tuomey

Golf Fitness Institute:Course CorrectionTuomey’s Golf Fitness Institute teaches golfers how to improve their swing and their game, while simultaneously helping golfers become more fit, have better coordination and a better quality of life.

Balloon Sinuplasty:New Relief for Sinus SufferersA clinically proven, minimally invasive technology for treating chronic sinus inflammation is now available at Tuomey Healthcare System.

The Tuomey Foundation:A Message From Erik WhaleyThe first few months of 2009 have seen lots of events for The Tuomey Foundation, including the 12th Annual Sumter Arts Showcase, the Eighth Annual Tuomey Society Gala and the graduation of Class IX of the Tuomey Fellows.

Cover Story: Stronger Bodies, Fitter Minds...Committed to helping students reach their maximum physical and intellectual potential, the Core Institute programs strengthen both academic and athletic foundations. The intended result?

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06 Top Dog:Therapy Dog Wins at WestminsterTuomey’s own pet therapy dog, Bunny, wins top honors at the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club.

Health and Prevention:Smart BeatTuomey Medical Professional’s Industrial Medicine and Wellness program introduces SMARTbeat, a four-part screening mechanism designed to detect cardiovascular problems in an economically accessible way.

Calendar of EventsUpcoming Events at TuomeyFind out what exciting things are happening at Tuomey in the upcoming months.

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2 Golf Fitness Institute | Course Correction 3LifeTimes | Summer 2009

That makes the new Tuomey Golf Fitness

Institute a great investment on several levels.

The Institute can teach golfers how to

improve their swing and, ultimately, their game,

but its primary goal is to help golfers become

more fit, have better coordination and a better

quality of life. “Our goal is to make you feel bet-

ter,” says golf fitness instructor Jimmy Sease, a

physical therapist who’s been golfing since

high school.

There are lots of reasons golfers hit poor

shots, Sease notes. Among the most common

is poor swing mechanics. But what the instruc-

tional DVDs don’t tell you is that those poor

mechanics are often a result of the body’s physi-

cal limitations.

“Some people have back pain after a round of

golf. It may be related to poor posture or muscle

imbalance,” Sease says. “You may play golf

because you believe it’s a great way to exercise,

but if you take bad posture with you, you’re not

helping yourself at all. You’re just creating

more problems.”

Sease can perform a medical golf fitness

evaluation to assess your flexibility, stabil-

ity, balance and coordination as they relate to

your golf game. This evaluation was designed

through the research of the Titleist Perfor-

mance Institute, the leading researcher in golf

fitness. The benefits? Improved core strength

and stability, increased flexibility, improved

balance and coordination, decreased risk of

injury, decreased back and shoulder pain during

rounds, and, best of all, better scores.

“We’ll plan a specific strategy based on what

your body can do and help you play longer,

better and without pain,” Sease says. “We’re

not necessarily trying to teach you a better golf

swing but to show you how to allow your body

its optimal performance.”

Clients will receive, at minimum, a medical

evaluation, test and screens related to their

individual body and swing. Then Sease can cre-

ate a virtual trainer to set up workout sessions.

It’s a great program for recreational golfers, the

retired golfer with the time to invest, and even

high school golfers who want to improve their

game and be able to play longer and stronger.

For more information about the tuomey Golf Fitness Insti-tute or to set up evaluations, one-on-one sessions, virtual training and even a Fit Foursome group session, contact Jimmy Sease at 803.774.5240.

take your 2-iron and call me in the morning.

Golfers will often shell out $300 on a new driver to get an extra 20 yards on their drive, but physical therapists know that the greatest piece of equipment the golfer has is the body.Course Correction

By Traci Quinn

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission,

there were more than 103,000 golf-related injuries in

2007 alone. As a result, the American Academy of

Orthopaedic Surgeons advises golfers to take special

care to avoid bone, muscle or joint injuries resulting

from improper golfing technique.

Although all golfers can be assisted by the

program, if you experience any of the following

common symptoms, please contact Tuomey’s Golf

Fitness Institute.

hand tenderness or numbness

Shoulder pain (including rotator cuff tendonitis)

Neck strain

Back pain

Knee pain

elbow pain (including golfer’s elbow)

Wrist injuries (including tendonitis or carpal tunnel syndrome)

The most common golf-related injuries according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

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Balloon Sinoplasty | New Relief for Sinus Sufferers4 LifeTimes | Summer 2009 5

SinuSitiS is one of the most

common chronic health prob-

lems in the U.S., affecting more

than 37 million Americans each

year. Affected patients suffer from

symptoms including headaches,

congestion and fatigue. For many,

this condition significantly impacts

physical, functional and emotional

quality of life.

Historically, sinusitis patients

were limited to two treatment op-

tions: medical therapy such as anti-

biotics and topical nasal steroids, or

conventional sinus surgery such as

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Sur-

gery (FESS).

While medical therapy can help

alleviate symptoms in as many as 80

percent of patients, it is inadequate

for the rest. For them, sinus surgery

is often the best option. FESS is a

conventional surgery that requires

bone and tissue removal in order to

open up blocked sinus passageways.

Approximately 900,000 patients each year elect to live with painful

sinus conditions rather than commit to surgery.

Thankfully, there is now an alternative solution to traditional

sinus surgery with the Balloon Sinuplasty™ technology by Acclar-

ent. A clinically proven, minimally invasive technology for treating

chronic sinus inflammation, Bal-

loon Sinuplasty™ is now available at

Tuomey Healthcare System and of-

fered by Sumter ENT.

In Balloon Sinuplasty™, a small,

flexible balloon catheter is placed

through a nostril into the blocked si-

nus passageway. The balloon is then

inflated to gently restructure and

open the sinus passageway, restor-

ing normal sinus drainage and func-

tion. It is a much less invasive meth-

od than traditional FESS methods,

and therefore offers a much better

option for patients seeking relief of

symptoms.

“The Balloon Sinuplasty™ is a

true advance in sinus care because,

in many cases, it can be done with-

out removing any tissue or bone,”

said Dr. David Lovice, a partner with

Sumter ENT. “This means faster

recovery times and less post-proce-

dure discomfort. In fact, many of my

patients have been able to return to

normal activities within 24 hours and have had significant improve-

ment in their symptoms.”

Sinusitis patients who are considering their options can learn more about the Balloon Sinuplasty™ technology by acclarent by contacting Sumter eNt at (803) 778-5970 or by visiting www.balloonsinuplasty.com.

The Balloon Sinuplasty™ technology by Acclarent is a clinically proven, minimally invasive technology for treating chronic sinus inflammation.

By Brenda Peyton Chase

“many patientS have been able to return to normal activitieS within 24 hourS and have had

Significant improvement in their SymptomS.”

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The Tuomey Foundation | A Message from Erik Whaley6 LifeTimes | Summer 2009 7

The first few months of 2009 have been very exciting in the life of The Tuomey Foundation.We have been very busy building relationships and raising dollars for the betterment of

healthcare services for our community. As always, we are blessed and overwhelmed by your tremendous support.

The events following are just some of the many ways that The Tuomey Foundation, along with guidance from The Board of Governors, serves the community.

The 12th Annual Sumter Arts Showcase

The Eighth Annual Tuomey Society GalaIt is hard to imagine that it has been nine years since we started our

annual Tuomey Society Gala. The Tuomey Society, also referred to as

the Caduceus Society for our physicians, recognizes individuals that

contribute $1,000 or greater annually to The Tuomey Foundation.

This year, Dr. and Mrs. David Lovice opened up their home in the

historic downtown area of Sumter to enable us to honor those who give

so generously. We could not have asked for a more beautiful evening to

celebrate the importance of philanthropy in healthcare. Those in at-

tendance were treated to the very best in food, fellowship and sounds,

as a string quartet from Sumter High School provided background mu-

sic for our guests.

The Tuomey/Caduceus Society has seen great growth through the

years. We began with 100 members in 2001, and in 2008 we had a record

number of 272 members. This is a tribute to the many volunteers who

serve on The Tuomey Society Steering Committee and other leadership

committees for specific events; it is their efforts that help grow our mem-

bership totals.

Thank you again to the Lovices for their effort in creating a very special

night, one which allowed us to continue building relationships with our

ever-extending Tuomey family.

A Message From Erik Whaley

Building relationships while serving our community.

Once again, our dear friends from Miss Libby’s School of Dance showcased

the finest talent in the area to benefit the Bell Women and Infants Pavilion at

Tuomey. Those who attended this annual extravaganza were treated to two days

of spectacular performances from students at Miss Libby’s and members of

our community.

It was a year of transitions for Miss Libby’s. Jennifer and Seth Reimer became

owners with Libby Singleton, and a special tribute was given to Debbie Bowen for

her incredible support and service to Tuomey through the years.

In addition to dance performances, the showcase featured the Sumter Com-

munity Concert Jazz Band, Sumter High School Show Choir, solo performances,

Double Dutch Jump Mix and a dramatic presentation from the Sumter High

School Drama Department. The show concluded with an incredible second act

tribute to the servicemen and women of this great community.

The Sumter Arts Showcase continues to raise the bar year after year and has

become one of the most anticipated events for our community. With our friends

from the Sumter Junior Welfare League as our presenting sponsors for the third

straight year and the many others who sponsor at various levels, we are able to

make a difference in the quality of services we deliver to the women and children

served by Tuomey. When the curtain fell, well over $13,000 was raised and the

Tuomey story had been shared with those in attendance. What a difference Miss

Libby’s makes for this foundation, hospital and community.

Tuomey Fellows GraduationIt’s hard to believe that Class

IX of the Tuomey Fellows recently

completed their requirements and

course work to become “official.”

What began with 16 candidates in

September came to its culmina-

tion with our annual graduation

ceremony at the home of Sheri and

Joe Singleton’s Neverdun Farms. It

was a special day for the graduates

as they heard remarks from Tuom-

ey Fellows Stephen Dinkins, Me-

lissa White and Dabney Sharp. The

three past graduates shared their

experiences with the program with a common theme of the importance

of supporting their hospital in whatever way possible, whether as an am-

bassador, financially or both. Following their remarks, Dr. Kay Rhoads,

Tuomey Fellows Board of Regents Chair, presented the candidates for

confirmation to the Foundation Board Chair, General Tom Olsen.

After the ceremony, the graduates and the many others in attendance

were treated to hamburgers, brats and homemade desserts. The Tuom-

ey Fellows program now has 147 graduates who are very much a part of

the Tuomey family. Thanks to the experiences they encountered as part

of this intensive educational program, Tuomey Fellows graduates are

equipped with more knowledge of their hospital. They serve as ambas-

sadors, share with their peer group the many exciting things that are tak-

ing place in the healthcare arena and share with administration ideas for

Tuomey’s continual improvement.

Every gift to The Tuomey Foundation, no matter the amount, makes

a difference for the health of Sumter. An investment, whether financial

in nature or one of advocacy, affects us now and for generations to come.

Please know how grateful we are for your support and what you mean to

us. We hope you have a great and safe summer.

Class IX of the Tuomey Fellows graduated in May and enjoyed a celebration luncheon at Neverdun Farms, thanks to the generosity of hosts Joe & Sheri Singleton.

Welcoming Tuomey Society members to the 2009 Gala are Jay & Susan Cox, Dr. David & Leanne Lovice, Ann & Erik Whaley and Gen. (Ret.) Tom Olsen.

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8 LifeTimes | Summer 2009 9The Tuomey Foundation | Contributors List

Doctor’s DayHonorary Gifts:

Dr. Carol B. AlanSumter Family Health Center

Midwifery Service

Dr. Pauline AndersonAngela McKinney-YatesCharlene H. SmithAllison and Craig Stevens

Dr. Jonathan AshleyLynn Sherrill

Dr. Kimberly AshleyLynn Sherrill

Dr. Ryan T. BakelaarSumter Family Health Center

Midwifery Service

Dr. Jodi BelinskiLynn Sherrill

Dr. Mary Elizabeth BlanchardDr. and Mrs. William A. King

Dr. Philip H. BrandtVirginia H. BrogdonMr. and Mrs. Larry CrolleyNicole FloydVirginia A. GreenElaine and Robert HynesAlice H. KaminHattie M. LewisDot and Gene MachenJeannette and Bill PriceMr. and Mrs. L. D. Rivers

Dr. Hans A. BringsPeggy and Charles McCreightLeslie Mitchum

Dr. Allan P. Bruner, IIIMaurine C. Ching

Temisha BuddenSherri J. Johnson

Dr. Teresa D. BuschorMadison and Jones DesChampsCaroline Pruden

Dr. Eric R. ByrdLetitia Pringle-Miller

Dr. James R. CainCynthia McKenzie and Family

Dr. J. Dale Cannon, Jr.Susan and Jay CoxSarah and Don DixonDeAnna and Jack GallowayCindy and Bob Laumer

Dr. Garrett M. Clanton, IIKenya LoganLettie and Barry LoganMichelle Logan-Owens

Dr. Billy W. ClowneySylvia C. JamesMichelle Logan-OwensBrenda W. RileyCharlene H. SmithTuomey Healthcare System

Oncology Unit Staff

Dr. Samuel J. Corbin, Jr.Loretta H. Williams

Dr. Linda S. CrabbeSusan and Jay Cox

Dr. Mark M. CrabbeClaire and Powell BlackBlondell CousarSusan and Jay CoxSheila E. GeddingsAnnie Laurie and Ricky McLeodYoshiko U. MullinsCharlene H. Smith

Dr. Timothy E. CrouchDon Z. Dixon

Dr. Frank CucéAmy AtkinsonPaula BledsoeSusan and Jay CoxRachel Caples-GeddingsTina and Will Silvester

Dr. Gary R. CulbertsonCharldeen L. Bozanek

Dr. Kent N. CunninghamCharles F. DennyDon Z. DixonJanet B. SubletteAnn and Erik Whaley

Dr. Doug deHollAmy AtkinsonSusan and Jay CoxPat LangerPeggy and Charles McCreightJeannette and Bill Price

Dr. Gene F. DickersonSusan and Jay CoxRenae K. ChadwickJanelle DeLuco and Bud SmithMichelle Logan-OwensSonja F. McLendonJulia G. MimsDebbie MixonDiane M. Ressler

Charlene H. SmithMacaulay and Murrell SmithAnn and Erik WhaleyJill C. Williamson

Dr. G. Scot DiltsSusan and Jay CoxMichelle Logan-OwensDiane M. ResslerAnn and Erik Whaley

Dr. Michael K. DrakefordAmelia D. SimonCharlene H. Smith

Dr. E. MacDonald DuBose, Jr.Sheila E. GeddingsCandi and Russ McLeod

Dr. M. Mayes DuBoseSue and Chuck FienningSheila E. GeddingsGeraldine F. IngersollHayes and John Jones

Dr. Edward W. Duffy, Jr.Michelle Logan-OwensYMCA Thursday Noon Running ClubAnn and Erik Whaley

Dr. James M. DuRant, Jr.MeMe and Luci AndersonMarijon ArdisJane and Jim ChandlerSusan and Jay CoxTyler, Dylan and Molly Jones

Dr. James W. EllettCharlene H. Smith

Dr. Paul A. EvangelistiAnonymousCharlene H. Smith

Dr. Brandon F. FitesAmy AtkinsonSusan and Jay CoxSylvia Miles

Dr. Terri FitesSonja F. McLendon

Dr. John R. Fleming, Jr.Kathryn R. DurginSheila E. Geddings

Dr. Danny H. FordAmy AtkinsonClaire and Powell BlackSusan and Jay CoxSue and Chuck FienningRachel Caples-GeddingsSheila E. GeddingsDr. Andy McFaddin

Brenda and Kent MimsBrenda Wisdom Riley

Dr. Aaron GarrettVernessa LeSaneDr. Andy McFaddin

Dr. James E. GeeLetitia Pringle-Miller

Dr. Lea B. GivensIris H. EdensKay and Robert HancockMartha and Boyce HugginsMaj. Gen. (Ret.) and Mrs. Thomas

R. OlsenPeggy and Charles McCreightMaizie and Gordon PrestwichJeannette and Bill PriceCharlene H. SmithDorothy R. Toney

Dr. Felicia L. GoinsCarolina Children’s Dentistry Staff

Dr. M. Francisco GonzalezVicky G. MaloneyTuomey Healthcare System Oncology

Unit Staff

Dr. James A. Goodson, IIISusan and Jay CoxAnn and Erik Whaley

Dr. Jason GrierLynn Sherrill

Dr. Mitchell R. GrunskySusan and Jay Cox

Dr. Thomas E. HawkeySherri J. Johnson

Dr. Thomas W. HepferSusan and Jay CoxKathryn B. DurginLethia GravesSonja F. McLendonCharlene H. SmithAnn and Erik Whaley

Dr. James R. IngramSue and Chuck Fienning

Dr. Mitchell W. JacocksKandie and Rick NorredMary S. Staggs

Dr. Jennifer JonesAmy GravesSonja F. McLendon

Dr. H. Alton Jordan, Jr.Kathryn B. DurginSarah and Billy FreemanDr. Andy McFaddinMary and Tom Saunders

Dr. David JusticeSylvia C. James

Dr. William A. KingSue and Chuck Fienning

Dr. Kamran KoranlooMinou Khazan

Dr. Helen D. LathamDon Z. DixonAlice H. KaminSonja F. McLendon

Dr. Steven C. LauzonSheila E. Geddings

Dr. Jason LeonardCatie Dargan

Dr. Usah LilavivatSylvia C. JamesAlice H. KaminCharlene H. Smith

Dr. David B. LoviceSusan and Jay CoxAnn and Erik WhaleyJill C. Williamson

Dr. Clayton R. Lowder, IIICharldeen L. BozanekSusan and Jay CoxLaura HaygoodCandi and Russ McLeodMichael C. WatsonAnn and Erik Whaley

Dr. Sharlene MartinCarolina Children’s Dentistry Staff

Dr. Wilmot S. McCollough, IIIRebecca R. EkpoElaine HintonCynthia McKenzie and FamilyCharlene H. Smith

Dr. Ansel R. McFaddin, IIIRenae K. ChadwickSuzanne C. CordleSusan and Jay CoxKathy and Steve CreechCharles F. DennyMr. and Mrs. Donald G. GaddyRachel Caples-GeddingsJulia G. MimsMr. and Mrs. Jimmy MixonDiane M. ResslerArthur K. Smith, II and FamilyShirley and Sonny Thompson

Dr. Michael R. MeaseBruce Andrews

Dr. Mark J. MitchinerSusan and Jay CoxJill C. Williamson

Dr. Henry P. MosesCynthia L. CarrawayJane G. Collins and Leslie MitchumSusan and Jay CoxYoshiko U. MullinsMary and Thomas SaundersCharlene H. SmithJoyce Smith

Dr. Win MyatSuzanne C. CordleSylvia C. JamesLetitia Pringle-Miller

Dr. Janice M. NeunerLorraine P. Felder

Dr. Timothy L. PannellBruce Andrews

Dr. Gilbert E. Parker, Jr.Bruce AndrewsSusan and Jay CoxAnn and Erik Whaley

Dr. Richard T. Patrick, Jr.Bruce AndrewsBrian Huskey

Dr. Charese PelhamLynn Sherrill

Dr. Lisbeth W. PoagCarolina Children’s Dentistry StaffMcKaleigh and Bo Norred

Dr. Charles R. PropstPeggy and Charles McCreightAnn and Erik Whaley

Dr. Catherine E. RabonLethia GravesSylvia C. JamesTina and Will SilvesterTuomey Healthcare System Case

Management Staff

Dr. Cynthia S. ReeseRobin BeaufortRenae K. ChadwickMr. and Mrs. W. E. Glasscock, Jr.Pat LangerSonja F. McLendonJulia G. MimsAmelia D. SimonDarlene W. Williams

Dr. Andrew J. ReynoldsRenae K. ChadwickAlice H. KaminCindy and Bob Laumer

Julia G. MimsJeannette and Bill PriceGlenna B. RobertsonAnn and Erik Whaley

Dr. Samuel M. Riddle, IIIAnn and Erik Whaley

Dr. M. Kenneth Rosefield, Jr.Bruce Andrews

Dr. G. Murrell Smith, Sr.Susan and Jay CoxMichelle Logan-OwensCharlene H. SmithAnn and Erik Whaley

Dr. Jeffrey W. Smith, IISylvia C. James

Dr. Triz SmithHayes and John Jones

Dr. Jon L. StanfordKathryn B. DurginCharlene H. Smith

Dr. William S. StavrouKathryn B. DurginMichelle Logan-Owens

Dr. Hugh T. Stoddard, Jr.Claire and Powell BlackDeAnna and Jack GallowayEleanor M. GibsonDebra G. MixonLetitia Pringle-Miller

Dr. Kurt T. StroebelAmy AtkinsonSusan and Jay CoxAmberly Durham

Dr. Pusadee SuchindaSarah and Don DixonSylvia C. JamesAlice H. KaminCharlene H. Smith

Sumter OB/GYN, P.A.Joyce Smith

Sumter OrthopaedicsDanita M. Goodson

Dr. Derek R. ThomasCatie DarganLethia GravesSylvia C. JamesCarolyn B. LevensonMichelle Logan-OwensCynthia McKenzie and Family

Dr. Richard WallDon Z. DixonEmily Grace Dunlap

Dr. M. Todd WarrickAngela McKinney-YatesCarla R. MerolliJeannette and Bill PriceWebster Jose Sessions

Dr. David G. Whaley, Jr.Geraldine AndersonPam and Bill EakerCynthia McKenzie and Family

Dr. Charles H. White, Jr.Susan and Jay CoxSylvia C. James

Dr. Barney L. Williams, Jr.Carolyn and John McCoyCharlene H. Smith

Dr. Brenda C. WilliamsWinoma and Leroy DysonRebecca R. EkpoMichelle Logan-OwensCharlene H. Smith

Dr. Joseph C. WilliamsJulia A. BallardCarolyn Commander and Lou Ella

HollidayWinoma and Leroy DysonRebecca R. EkpoWilliam P. HarrisonSylvia C. JamesMichelle Logan-OwensPharmacyBrenda Wisdom RileyCharlene H. Smith

Dr. Theophilus D. Williams, IIISusan and Jay Cox

Dr. Emanuel S. WillisCharlene H. Smith

Dr. William F. YoungSue and Chuck FienningAnn and Erik Whaley

MeMorials:

Dr. S. Perry DavisJane and Jim ChandlerElaine Hinton

Dr. James E. KaySusan and Jay Cox

Dr. Rafael W. LuebbertMaurine C. ChingSonja F. McLendonLinda A. Stuckey

Dr. Constantine Y. StevensCynthia L. CarrawayRobin L. Davis

EnDowmEntContributions:

Elaine D. Korn Charitable Trust

GrantsContributions:

The Duke Endowment

HospicEContributions:

Concord Presbyterian ChurchClara Ellen Fowler

MeMorials:

Charlie R. Boyle, Jr.Deane and Roger Ackerman

Mae W. BrownRose Marie and Rudy Newman

Lt. Col. Jack BuchananDr. J. Grady Locklear

Sophie C. BurkeMr. and Mrs. Jay Cox

Betty Jo DavisCynthia M. FowlerLinda A. McCombsRobbie McCombs

Joseph S. DukesNBSC General Services DepartmentEmily and Parkin Thomas

Delores GardnerMelissa and Ronnie Bradley

Virginia HelmsMartha G. DunsonIra M. Griffith, Jr.Mary L. GriffithJo Ellen and Lynwood HodgeWalter G. Newman

Dr. James E. KayDeane and Roger Ackerman

Lila Mae B. MarshLouise B. Brock

Wilbur McCallJames D. Boan and Family

Virginia S. MoodCleo G. JacksonStacy and Julian JacksonWilliam G. Peterkin, IIIAllison and Lee ReavesKat SomersCarol and Lew Wallace

Rosa W. SchwartzDr. J. Grady Locklear

Dr. and Mrs. Wendell M. Levi, Jr. Nursing Scholarship Endowment

Honorary Gifts:

Dr. and Mrs. Theophilus D. Williams, IIIDr. and Mrs. Wendell M. Levi, Jr.

Dr. and Mrs. William F. YoungDr. and Mrs. Wendell M. Levi, Jr.

MeMorials:

Jean L. CrabbeDr. and Mrs. Wendell M. Levi, Jr.

Jewell E. CubbageMr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Durgin

Dr. James E. KayDr. and Mrs. Wendell M. Levi, Jr.

Rosa W. SchwartzDr. and Mrs. Wendell M. Levi, Jr.

nursEryContributions:

Carolina Children’s DentistryOur 365 (3)

pHarmacyContributions:

AMR (6)Market Strategies, Inc.

safE KiDsContributions:

Sumter Chrysler-Dodge

sumtEr arts sHowcasEPlatinuM sPonsor:

Junior Welfare League of Sumter, SC

Gold sPonsors:Tuomey Healthcare SystemWachovia

silver sPonsors:ERA Wilder Realty, Inc. – Robert

E. WilderLimelite PhotographyRussell & Jeffcoat – Robert A.

Galiano, Jr.

bronze sPonsors:Claire and Powell BlackMiller Communications, Inc.Dr. Luns C. RichardsonSAFE Federal Credit Union

Contributors:Aberdeen Catery LLCAnonymousMr. and Mrs. Jay Cox

Farmer’s Telephone Cooperative, Inc.Ann and Paul JohnsonLynam ConstructionCheryl and Gregg Martin

donors:Black River Electric Cooperative Inc.Jane G. CollinsDrs. Mark and Linda CrabbeDanny’s Trophy Shop, Inc.Edward JonesDrs. John and Kelly FlemingForms & Supply, Inc.Dr. Johnny HiltonMr. and Mrs. George W. HowardInside ComfortGray and Keith MaklaryMaj. Gen. (Ret.) and Mrs. Thomas

R. OlsenJennifer and Buddy RogersonSaint Leo UniversitySifco Mechanical, Inc.Michael Sigworth and Tiffany FowlerMary and Craig SimmonsSonny Hall Custom CabinetsLeroy StaggersSumter Packaging CorporationAnn and Erik Whaley

otHer Contributions:Elizabeth B. Tiller

reCePtion Caterer:Chef Allen and Tuomey Food Services

Wine servers:Janet BeasleyJudy Croskey

tiCket bootH – friday:Janis and Don Trawick

tiCket bootH – saturday:Margie Springs

tuomEy priDEContributions:

Carolina Children’s DentistryMr. and Mrs. Roy N. Flynn, Jr.Dr. and Mrs. Lea B. GivensDr. and Mrs. Clayton R. Lowder, IIIMidlands Emergency Physicians, PADr. and Mrs. J. Mark MitchinerJanet and Bill OdomMaj. Gen. (Ret.) and Mrs. Thomas

R. OlsenJames E. WilsonDr. and Mrs. William F. Young

MeMorials:

Edward Halsell RobertsJo RobertsTroy W. RobertsMr. and Mrs. D. Gregory Stone

unrEstrictEDContributions:

AnonymousGold Coast Promotions, Inc.Mr. and Mrs. W. Andrew DowlingJean and Ruben GrayMr. and Mrs. Kyle B. OsteenDr. and Mrs. Richard T. Patrick, Jr.Mr. and Mrs. M. Perry Randle

Honorary Gifts:

Dr. Philip H. BrandtCamille, Doc and Kim Jolly

Jeffery H. FawAlpha Delta Kappa, Alpha Sigma

Chapter

McCoy Betts WhaleyMillie and David Betts

Virginia Grace WhaleyMillie and David Betts

William Emerson WhaleyMillie and David Betts

MeMorials:

Esther M. ArdisDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

Violet BarwickDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

Theo Tuomey BaxterMurphy Tuomey Wilson

Ruby BeardDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

Col. (Ret.) Ralph J. BeardsleyDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

Col. (Ret.) Felix A. BlanchardMr. and Mrs. Jay Cox

Anthony P. BracalenteDr. and Mrs. Philip H. BrandtChristine and Pete Flanagan

Audrey BrownDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

Jean L. CrabbeDr. and Mrs. Philip H. BrandtDr. and Mrs. Gene F. DickersonChristine and Pete FlanaganDr. W. Mitchell Levi, IIIMr. and Mrs. Joseph S. SubletteSumter Surgical Associates, P.A.

Tuomey Healthcare System CRNAsDr. Timothy M. Wilson

Jewell E. CubbageDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

William Green DesChamps, Jr.Dr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

Joseph S. DukesDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

Faye A. FishburneDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

Mary M. ForemanDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

J. Thomas GlasscockDr. and Mrs. Philip H. BrandtChristine and Pete Flanagan

Lillian HighDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

Dr. James E. KayDr. and Mrs. Gene F. DickersonDr. W. Mitchell Levi, IIIDr. and Mrs. Laurie N. SmithDr. Timothy M. Wilson

Agnes S. LylesDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

Patricia A. MitchellDr. and Mrs. Laurie N. Smith

Virginia S. MoodDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

Louise NewmanDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

Jonathan PrinceTuomey Healthcare System

Administration

Harry PritchardDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

James ReedDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

Ernest O. RobertsDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

Rosa W. SchwartzDr. and Mrs. Philip H. BrandtDr. and Mrs. Eddie C. DuRantChristine and Pete FlanaganMartha, Terry, Elizabeth and Tyler

Horne

Constance M. SpencerDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

George W. Steele, IIIDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

Ruth A. StoneDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

T. Douglas Tuomey, Sr.Murphy Tuomey Wilson

T. Douglas Tuomey, Jr.Murphy Tuomey Wilson

Edward L. WarmothChristine and Pete Flanagan

Robert J. WingateDr. and Mrs. Philip H. Brandt

JEannE c. watson oncoloGy EnDowmEntMeMorials:

Charlie R. Boyle, Jr.Michael C. Watson

Jean L. CrabbeMichael C. Watson

Gloria W. DourouxMichael C. Watson

J. Thomas GlasscockMichael C. Watson

Elizabeth T. McElveenElizabeth D. BrogdonKathy and Steve CreechMargaret L. McElveen

cHarlEs H. wHitE, sr. carDiac EnDowmEntContributions:

Lynn and Wilson MacEwen

Honorary Gifts:

Dr. G. Murrell Smith, Sr.Macaulay and Murrell Smith

Dr. Triz V. SmithMacaulay and Murrell Smith

Dr. Charles H. White, Jr.Macaulay and Murrell Smith

MeMorials:

Mary G. DunnRichard M. White

Dr. James E. KayMr. and Mrs. Richard M. White, Jr.

Dr. Charles H. White, Sr.Dr. and Mrs. Charles R. PropstMacaulay and Murrell Smith

January through April 2009

The Tuomey Foundation Contributors

Cover Story | The Core Institute10 LifeTimes | Summer 2009 11

THE CORE INSTITUTE:Stronger Bodies. Fitter Minds. Better Attitudes.By Cindy Charles

At the Core Institute we build stronger bodies, fitter minds and better atti-tudes. The combination of strengthen-ing academic and athletic foundations creates success that lasts a lifetime.

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What the experts Say:The Centers for Disease Control and Preven-

tion (CDC) reports that more than 2.5 million

children are currently taking prescription

medication to be successful in the education

setting. The CDC also reports that mental disor-

ders including depression and anxiety are now

consuming more healthcare resources than the

next three pediatric health issues combined. In

addition, The New York Times reports that more

than 32 percent of all American children are

overweight or obese.

Research has proven that exercise has

profound positive effects on the body, includ-

ing reduced obesity, increased longevity, fewer

illnesses, reduced recovery time from injuries

and illnesses, decreased blood pressure and

increased overall well-being. Lesser-known

benefits of exercise include: increased growth of

new brain cells, increased connectivity of brain

cells, increased release of glucose (the brain’s

fuel source) and increased release of important

brain chemicals such as dopamine (the “Yahoo”

happy chemical) and serotonin (the “ahhh” re-

laxation chemical). It’s no wonder that Einstein

said, “Nothing happens until something moves.”

So let’s get moving!

hope and helpThe Core Institute began with a passion to

find alternatives to prescription medication

for children with attention deficits who were

struggling in the classroom. Getting kids off the

couch, the computer and their favorite video

games was the first step. Developing a mindset

of health and good nutrition, paired with senso-

ry-core fitness activities and energized learning

proved to be a winning combination.

We began with my son, who went from being

a non-athletic kid with behavior and academic

problems to being a medication-free, honor roll,

starting lineman who was recently named a S.C.

Junior Scholar and continues to win both ath-

letic and academic awards. Next, Core focused

on groups of students, including a “response to

intervention” class of struggling third-graders.

After a year with Core, 21 of those 22 students

were medication-free and finding increased

academic success along with a positive attitude

toward learning. The class went on to win the

Golden Apple award for their school, taking top

honors for the most improved students, as well

as the Jensen Learning international award for

best implementation program for brain-based

learning.

the next Step:The Core Institute’s focus has now expanded

to include prevention. It’s never too early to be-

gin building healthy bodies and minds. Our goal

is to provide enriching sensory-core classes for

toddlers to adults in a fun, energizing environ-

ment. We offer quarterly academic enrichment

programs including: gifted and talented classes,

home school classes for academics and physical

education, SAT preparation, writer’s workshops,

and math, reading and spelling boot camps

to move the already successful student even

further ahead.

Mix it upThe brain loves structure and routine, but

it flourishes with novelty. If your student is

already athletic and faring well academically,

challenge him or her with something new. The

addition or change to the current schedule of

activities or home school curriculum will actu-

ally stimulate new neural growth! At the Core

Institute, you can expect new surprises and

challenges. Our Jungle Gym and Vortex Gym

change weekly, as do our academic energizers, to

ensure you never hear the dreaded words, “I’m

bored” or “Do we have to go today?”

core-tastic!As parents, we are always seeking oppor-

tunities to provide our children with the best

possible future. It’s never too early or too late to

help our children make the shift from the hyper-

focused, multi-layered world of electronics to

a deeper, more meaningful, healthier, brain-

friendly way of life that will lay a foundation of

physical health as well as mental wellness.

Core is the Latin word for “heart.” When work-

ing at the “heart” level, a foundational shift

occurs that changes not only bodies and minds,

but lives. Our staff, teachers, coaches, and train-

ers are not only brain and body experts but

“heart” experts as well. Building a positive rela-

tionship with each student who joins our Core

family is what we do best. Our goal is to create

meaning and purpose and to challenge students

of all ages to begin closing the gap between

their current performance and their maximum

potential. Open your mind and “CORE” to the

endless possibilities success has to offer.

What do kids do at the core institute?

Climb to greater heights on our rock walls

Spin on our astro boards

Dodge flying soccer shoes on the Wii Fit

Break the world’s record on the Interactive Metronome

Complete the woggler obstacle course

Find out what’s inside “Ned’s Head”

Scale the 18-foot rope wall

Balance on a Bosu

Play Multiplication Boot Camp Baseball

Publish a writer’s workshop article

Crawl through tunnels

Win a glider relay challenge

Learn to write without tears on our Promethean boards

Learn to love learning and fitness

It’s no wonder that Einstein said, “nothing happens until something moves.” So let’s get moving!

The brain loves structure and routine, but it flourishes with novelty.

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Top Dog | Therapy Dog Wins at Westminster14 LifeTimes | Summer 2009 15

Carolina’s Wild March Hare, a.k.a. “Bunny,” was ranked first in the

American Water Spaniel breed in the show ring in 2008, acting as the breed’s

ambassador by winning Best of Breed at the prestigious Eukanuba Show in Cali-

fornia. This title won her an invitation to the very prestigious Westminster Kennel Club,

where she was chosen as the 2009 Best of Breed winner.

“We were so thrilled with her placement,” said owner and handler Lois McCracken, who

also works at Tuomey as the manager of regulatory preparedness. “It was such a

great experience.”

McCracken’s sweet pup is multi-talented. In addition to her show placing, she has

earned several hunt test titles, duck hunted in the Wateree Swamp in sub-freezing tem-

peratures and retrieved wounded snow geese in the Arkansas rice fields. Bunny has also

won a Rally Novice title in the obedience arena.

For the immediate future, Bunny’s focus is on dog agility. On her first time out, she won

first place in Novice Agility in her division. And there’s always her role as a pet therapy dog

at Tuomey. “She is such a sweet dog,” McCracken added. “She brings such delight to the

patients at Tuomey.”

It’s All In The Family

toP Dogtuomey Pet therapy Dog wins at Westminster KC

By Brenda Peyton Chase

Tuomey Healthcare System knows it has some of the best therapy dogs in the business. We just didn’t know quite how great they were until Bunny hit the floor at Madison Square Garden.

Bunny is not the first of Lois McCracken’s dogs to be involved with the pet therapy program at Tuomey. Bunny’s mother, Gurley, was one of

Tuomey’s first pet therapy dogs. An American Water Spaniel, Gurley was a blue ribbon and field trial award-winning cham-

pion at competitions throughout the country. Gurley was incredibly calm, friendly, compas-

sionate and intelligent – qualities that made her a natural at her role in pet therapy. Like

the other dogs who work at Tuomey, Gurley was a certified therapy dog, having completed a

special testing and certification program that familiarized her with typical hospital and nurs-

ing home situations.

Sadly, Gurley recently passed away, but her legacy is alive in the continued success of the

pet therapy program at Tuomey. She will be missed.

Lois McCracken leads Bunny to her Best of Breed Title at the 2009 Westminster Kennel Club at Madison Square Garden

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Health and Prevention | Smart Beat16 LifeTimes | Summer 2009 17

Smart BeatBy Traci Quinn

heart disease in the nation.Nearly 2 million Americans will have a heart attack or stroke this year.

MOST WILL HAVE NO WARNING

A new scanning procedure however,can uncover potential problems

BEFOREthey become

LIFETHREATENING

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Health and Prevention | Smart Beat18 LifeTimes | Summer 2009 19

Who doesn’t know that you can live a healthier life by exer-

cising, avoiding tobacco and eating well? HandsOn Health

South Carolina offers some specific steps to help you stay

healthy and reduce your risk for heart disease. For more

information, please visit Hands On Health South Carolina,

www.handsonhealth-sc.org .

exercise. even just a little bit. Walk 30 minutes a day. Swim, ride a bike, lift some weights, work out in front of the tV. this will help you bring down high blood fat levels and raise your “good” cholesterol levels.

eat a balanced diet, including a wide variety of foods. You know the drill: eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables every day and six servings of whole grains -- bread, pasta, cereal and brown rice.

Increase fiber to 25-35 grams each day. Fiber-rich foods (whole grain cereals, veggies, oats, beans and peas, apples and citrus fruits) slow the rate of sugar being absorbed into your blood-stream. they can also help you lose weight and prevent constipation.

Limit protein. Most people need only about 50 grams of protein a day. this comes from meat, poultry, fish, milk, dairy products, eggs, beans, seeds, nuts, grains and soy products. (Four ounces of meat can supply 25-35 grams.)

Reduce fat intake. Read the label: how many of the calories in the food you eat come from fat? Reducing fat helps with weight and cholesterol.

Drink 8-10 glasses of water each day. Dehydration affects brain function, digestion and the transportation of nutrients through-out the body.

Quit smoking.

Quit smoking!

Get your vitamin D levels checked. there’s a connection be-tween low vitamin D levels and diabetes, a major contributor to cardiovascular disease.

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The Problem With Traditional ScreeningThe problem is multifaceted. Our high-fat, carb-rich Western diet,

relatively inactive lifestyles and smoking habits leave South Carolinians

at greater risk for these deadly health issues. But just as importantly, our

standard screening processes are poor. Unless you’re symptomatic, a

physician isn’t likely to perform intensive cardiovascular screening. And

unless you’ve been diagnosed, your insurance company isn’t likely to

cover it.

Tuomey Medical Professional’s Industrial Medicine and Wellness

program, under the medical direction of local cardiologist Dr. Dale

Cannon, is hoping to change that. They’ve implemented a new project

called SMARTbeat, a four-part screening mechanism designed to detect

cardiovascular problems in an economically accessible way. And they’re

getting ready to take the program to local industries, to screen employees

for a fraction of what it might cost them otherwise.

“A healthy workforce is a healthy business,” said Curt Ackerman,

director of the Tuomey Industrial Medicine & Wellness department. “If

we screen 50 people and catch two of them on the red hot edge of heart

attack or stroke, we’ve saved that company money for the more major

treatment that would have come down the road. And we’ve raised a red

flag for someone on something that could have been a ticking time bomb.”

Why SMARTbeat is DifferentThe program is still in its preliminary stages, but Cannon and Acker-

man agree it’s a natural partnership.

“If you can take care of an industry, you can take care of a community,”

Ackerman said. “It costs a company money when employees are sick, both

in rising insurance and loss of productivity.”

“We have the technology that can result in early detection of cardiovas-

cular disease – the No. 1 killer in America,” Cannon said, “and it’s painless,

non-invasive and cost-effective.”

Once an industry agrees to participate, Cannon and the Industrial

Medicine team take the screening equipment to the site, and employees

are given time to take the tests. For less than $100, employees are given

several sophisticated screenings -- a carotid artery scan, an aortic scan

and an ankle brachial index -- as well as an electrocardiogram.

The screening program could ultimately save businesses money by

detecting problems early on and eliminating the need for huge treatment

and rehabilitation costs down the road.

“Medicine is traditionally reactive,” Ackerman said. “I’m sick, so I go

to a doctor and I get treatment. And that’s where the real cost comes

in: Healthcare gets expensive when active care or treatment for a heart

attack or stroke begins.”

The company also loses when an employee has to be out for weeks after a

major surgery or rehabilitation stay.

“Preventive medicine is so important,” Cannon continued. “Whatever we

can do to enhance prevention, we should. But insurance as a whole is directed

to the treatment of disease and rehabilitation.” As a result, he said, “We’re

woefully behind in our early detection of cardiovascular disease.”

“These tests are ones that a doctor would not normally do on an a-symp-

tomatic patient,” Cannon said. “Most people won’t have a physical symptom

great enough to warrant a carotid artery test in a doctor’s office. What we

hope is that we’ll be able to find the disease early on and then let the employ-

ee use the results to begin a dialogue with his physician.”

As Ackerman said, “A penny’s worth of prevention is, in this case, worth

four tons of cure.”

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“We have technology that can result in early detection of... the number one killer in America, and it’s painless, non-invasive and cost-effective.”

Dr. Dale Cannon | Cardiologist

FOR MORe INFORMatION on tuomey Industrial Medicine and Wellness or the SMaRtbeat screening program, contact Curt ackerman at (803) 774-5293. Or ask your employer to contact tuomey.

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Upcoming Events

Success begins at the core.

I am a student.I am an athlete.I am a success story.Prepared Childbirth Class

Provides expectant mothers and partners with information on normal labor and delivery, common complications and interventions, medicines, breathing/relax-ation exercises, initial newborn care and postpartum concerns. Includes a tour of the Birthing and Women’s Centers. Cost: $60 for six two-hour sessions. Check tuomey.com for dates. (Fee is waived for moms who deliver at Tuomey.)

Childbirth Retreat (Saturday Class)Saturday, July 18, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Condensed version of our Prepared Childbirth Class offered in a one-day ses-sion. Cost: $50 for full-day session. Check tuomey.com for additional dates. (Fee is waived for moms who deliver at Tuomey.)

Labor & Delivery Learn what to expect during labor, how to know when it’s begun and what happens during the birthing process. This class also includes a tour. Cost: $15. Check tuomey.com for dates. (Fee is waived for moms who deliver at Tuomey.)

Baby BasicsThursday, July 16, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. or from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Learn all the basics of caring for your newborn before you deliver! Cost: $15. Check tuomey.com for additional dates. (Fee is waived for moms who deliver at Tuomey.)

Breastfeeding ClassInformal class offers instruction and discus-sion time for breastfeeding or expectant mothers. Babies are welcome. Cost: $15. (Fee is waived for moms who deliver at Tuomey.) Check tuomey.com for dates.

Car Seat InstallationMonday, July 20, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Learn how to properly install your child’s car seat for maximum safety. Sumter County SAFE KIDS makes car seats available at reduced rates. Call 774-BABY for more information and additional dates. Free, but you must be registered to attend.

Families Fighting Prostate Cancer Next meeting: July 23, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Private Dining Room at Tuomey. All men 40 years and older are invited to attend.

Infant CPRMonday, July 27, 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Ameri-can Heart Association Friends and Family course for expectant parents. Does not offer certification. Cost: $15. You must pick up book prior to class. Call 774-BABY for more information.

(The women and children’s classes are held in the Bell Women and Infants Pavilion in the Williams-Brice-Edwards Conference Room on the first floor.)

t.e.a.M. Class (teen education about Motherhood)Class meets monthly for a full-day retreat. Call for dates, or check www.tuomey.com. Teens and their support members get the entire birth experience from pregnancy through childcare in a one-time Saturday class. A real-world look at how teen moms and dads can successfully meet the chal-lenges of being young parents. This could be the first step to creating a bright future for a child. No charge. Call Kim Gardner 774-8828 to preregister.

Joint CampEvery Wednesday, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Tuomey Healthcare System’s camp designed for patients who are scheduled to undergo knee or hip replacement surgery. The camp educates patients on their surgery and lets them know what to expect after surgery. The camp is operated by the Tuomey Case Management, Rehabilitation and Respiratory Therapy departments. For more information, call Sherri Falin at 774-8661 or Janelle DeLuco at 774-9178.

hospice Volunteer trainingTuomey Hospice is looking for dedicated volunteers to assist with end of life care in the community. Orientation and training can be provided to a group of five or more people at your church, organization or agency. We need Patient Visitation Volunteers, Bereavement Volunteers, Administrative Volunteers, Family Support Volunteers, Homemaking Volunteers, Transportation Volunteers and Hobbies/Activities Volunteers. Call B.J. Drayton at 773-4663 for specific dates and more information on training.

hospice Grief WalkersExercise is an effective way to deal with grief and loss. Join this walking group for exercise and support. Call Hospice volunteer Judy Tyl at 775-0386 if interested in joining.

alzheimer’s Support Group (two Meetings)Covenant Place (2825 Carter Road) and McElveen Manor (McCray’s Mill Road). These classes are designed for the caregivers of Alzheimer’s patients to share experiences, help each other and get information for the family. Both meetings are affiliated with the South Carolina Al-zheimer’s Association. Call Judy Jernigan at 773-5293 or Tom Cope at 499-9063 for specific dates and times.

Breast Cancer Support Group July 20, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Conference Room 1, Tuomey. Women’s Imaging of Tuomey offers this support group. They provide educational and emotional sup-port for women dealing with breast cancer. For more information and additional dates, call Phyllis Buckner at 774-8678 or Susan Parnell at 774-9047.

Stroke/Brain Injury Support GroupJuly 21, 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. ARU Therapy Gym, Fifth Floor, Tuomey. Call Angie Jones at 774-9454 for more information and ad-ditional dates. No registration required.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group July 25, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Conference Room 1, Tuomey. A self-help support group for patients, family members and care partners. Call Ranva Wilson at 494-8120 or Kristen Blanchard at (803) 840-9362 for more information and additional dates.

touching hearts Support GroupJuly 13, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. A support group for families who have experienced the loss of an infant, a miscarriage, an ectopic pregnancy or stillbirth. Call Barbara Kenawy at 774-9077 for more information and additional dates.

Grief and Loss Support Tuomey Hospice offers grief support to persons experiencing the loss of a loved one. For more information, call Linda Windley or BJ Drayton at 773-4663.

GriefShareEvery Wednesday, 10 a.m. to noon, Medical Office Building One, Suite 410. Tuomey Hospice offers GriefShare, a support group for widows or widowers who have recently lost their spouse. For more information, call BJ Drayton at 773-4663.

Coalition for health & WellnessJuly 28, 6:00 p.m., Private Dining Room at Tuomey. A network of healthcare ministries, organizations, groups, resources and information within the community who work to serve others in faith, hope and love. The focus is on “Health and Wellness within the community of faith.” Speaker: Brett D. Lynam, RN, BSN Tuomey Health Guides Care Manager. Representatives from local congregations, lay ministers, parish nurses, health ministers, are encouraged to attend. Call BJ Drayton at 773-4663 for more information and additional dates.

Getting Ready to be a Big Brother or Big Sister Adding a new member to the family means big changes for everyone. But with a little planning, you can help ease this transition. Tuomey’s Sibling Class is designed for children, ages 4 to 11. Topics covered include newborn appearance, what to expect on the child’s level and how to adjust to this new family member. Cost: $15. (Fee is waived for moms who deliver at Tuomey.) If interested, please call Kim Gardner at 774-8828 for more details and a schedule of dates.

Look Good, Feel BetterJuly 20, 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Private Dining Room at Tuomey. This American Cancer Society program teaches cancer patients new techniques to address the cosmetic side of treatment. For more information and additional dates, contact Janie Smith at (877) 227-9398.

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

CPR ClassesThe American Heart Association CPR Classes are now available. Call 774-5241 for more information.

Personal Wellness ProfileAssessment of current health status. Identifies health risks and makes recom-mendations. Includes health history, body fat, cholesterol, glucose, cardiovascular, flexibility and strength testing.

Cost: $50. Call 774-5289 for an appointment.

Complete Lipid Profile Report of cholesterol levels: Triglyceride, HDL, LDL and risk ratio levels.

Cost: $30 Call 774-9040 for appointment.

Prepare for Birth with Gentle Prenatal YogaYoga builds strength and confidence in the body and stimulates the relaxation response, releasing fear, tension, and stress that can be a barrier in childbirth. You will learn skills that will help you most as you move through your labor. If you are interested in Prenatal Yoga, call Kim Gardner at 774-8828.

the core institute is now open at our new location!1224 alice drive, suite b, sumter (in the old Winn dixie shopping village.)

We are offering a variety of fun weekly classes for your children. Come let your children “hang out” with us in our Jungle Gym! We have a rock climbing wall, Wii fit, swings, ropes, balance beams, trampolines and lots of brain “aerobic” challenges! each class costs only $15!

Business Hours:8:30 am to 6:30 pm, Monday-thursday and 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, fridays

aGe ranGes for Classes: toddlers to adults. there is something for everyone. Just call ahead and let us know what class you’ll be attending. it’s that easy! Call us at 469-2673.

www.corepossibilities.com

At the CORE Institute, we help children realize their full potential by improving their motivation,

confidence and attitudes toward learning. By building on your child’s core strengths, we’re preparing

students for life— both inside and out of the classroom.

Call the Core Institute today, and help your child start reaching his or her full potential.803.469.2673 | corepossibilities.com

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