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PVCH offers follow-up study for new sleep apnea treatment

May 8, 2023/in All, News, Pawnee Valley Community Hospital News/by devteam

Matt Stucker of rural Larned wanted to seek an alternative to his CPAP device for a couple of reasons.

CPAP stands for continuous positive airway pressure and is used to treat obstructive sleep apnea.

“My main reason for seeking a new treatment was more freedom; we travel by motorcycle and it’s difficult to pack a CPAP machine,” said Stucker, 65. “In addition, it wasn’t working as well as it used to.

“Either I was not responding as well or I needed a change. I researched the implant and thought it was a better alternative.”

The implant procedure was performed in Andover but because of a new service at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital (PVCH), Stucker was able to have his follow-up therapy close to home.

The hospital’s Sleep & Diagnostic Center now offers the specialized sleep study that follows implantation of the remote-controlled device.

“It is absolutely fantastic that our local hospital offers this type of specialized sleep study,” Stucker commented. “The last I heard, PVCH is the only facility between Wichita and Denver to do so.

“The local sleep study went well,” he continued. “Everyone at the sleep lab was nice and professional, while making me as comfortable as possible.”

Stucker’s two-fold treatment began with a “minimal-sedation procedure” to ensure that the tongue is the obstruction to breathing while sleeping.

Next came the more extensive procedure under full anesthesia. One incision on the upper right chest allowed the battery and breathing sensor to be implanted; another was in the lower jaw area to implant electrodes that stimulate the tongue.

“I have had sleep apnea for years and was looking for something less intrusive than CPAP,” Stucker summarized. “It took a little time to become acclimated to the implant but the results have been good. I am now at the optimum as far as apnea prevention.”

Megan Donecker, sleep center director, noted the implant device is a treatment for sleep apnea that works inside the body to treat the root cause of the problem.

“The implant device reduces sleep apnea by an average of 79 percent,” Donecker said. “It also significantly reduces snoring and daytime sleepiness.”

Untreated sleep apnea can be extremely dangerous because it can lead to a higher risk of heart attack, stroke, Type 2 diabetes, weight gain, high blood pressure, heart failure, metabolic syndrome and liver problems, she added.

“If left untreated, apnea also can affect a person mentally and emotionally,” Donecker noted.

A good candidate for the implant treatment has moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea; is unable to get used to CPAP; is not significantly obese; and is 18 or older. Most major insurance companies cover it.

The follow-up procedure at PVCH is called “fine-tune titration.” A sleep technologist makes adjustments that determine which settings are best for the patient.

“This treatment is a revolutionary therapy because it stimulates the base of the tongue,” Donecker said. “It offers a wider airway for the patient’s intake of oxygen.

“Those struggling with CPAP now have an exciting, new therapeutic choice. This puts our Sleep & Diagnostic Center at the forefront of sleep therapy and technology.”

Pawnee Valley Community Hospital, 923 Carroll in Larned, is a 25-bed facility, offering many services not typically available in a smaller facility. Included are 24/7 emergency care; acute, skilled and specialized nursing; surgery; high-tech imaging and laboratory tests; wound care; rehabilitation; and sleep and diagnostic center. PVCH Family Medicine, 713 W. 11th, provides the full range of family-medicine services; physician-assisted weight loss; and women’s health services. The hospital’s number is 620-285-3161; the clinic’s number is 620-804-6007.

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Associate of the Quarter award honors Shivaun Mccarthy

May 8, 2023/in All, News, Pawnee Valley Community Hospital News/by devteam

Shivaun Mccarthy, Medical Lab Technician, was nominated for Associate of the Quarter for going above and beyond for her fellow Emergency Department Associates. Shivaun helped console patients and their family members involved in a multiple-vehicle accident, cleaned rooms, swept the floors, and even restocked supplies. We are genuinely grateful to Shivaun for being so compassionate and making a difference at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital.

Our Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC) determines the recipient each quarter based on the many fantastic peer nominations received. Shivaun was the recipient of the 1st Quarter 2023 Associate of the Quarter Award.

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Pawnee Valley Medical Associates Unveils New Name, Underscores Commitment to Excellence in Family Medicine

February 23, 2023/in All, News, Pawnee Valley Community Hospital News/by devteam

LARNED, KAN. (February 17, 2023) – Pawnee Valley Community Hospital (PVCH) is celebrating exciting new developments for 2023, from the recent arrival of two expert primary care physicians to a new name change for its primary care clinic. To better align with their longstanding commitment to healthy families across the community, Pawnee Valley Medical Associates is now Pawnee Valley Community Hospital Family Medicine.

With offices located inside the hospital – and the convenience of same-day appointments and extended evening hours – family medicine physicians and nurse practitioners provide comprehensive primary care for all ages. From routine exams and health screenings to personalized care for minor illnesses, injuries and more, primary care providers are essential guides to better health.

Additionally, for patients needing advanced specialty care (such as orthopedic, cardiac or cancer care), family medicine providers make expert referrals through the hospital’s partnership with HaysMed.

“Primary care is so important for staying healthy, and our family medicine team’s commitment to excellence is undeniable – in fact, they consistently receive near-perfect patient satisfaction scores,” said Melanie Urban, Administrator at PVCH. “We encourage everyone to start the new year off well by getting the whole family in for check-ups, and we make it easy to fit in your schedule, so you can see us when you need us.”

For appointments at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital Family Medicine, call 620-804-6007. More information is available at pawneevalleyhospital.com/family-medicine.

About Pawnee Valley Community Hospital

Pawnee Valley Community Hospital is a 25-bed facility offering emergency care (24/7), surgery, high-tech imaging and laboratory tests, rehabilitation, and a sleep and diagnostic center, as well as acute, skilled, and specialized nursing, wound care, and more. Pawnee Valley Community Hospital Family Medicine provides a full range of primary care services for all ages, as well as women’s health services.

For specialty care and to ensure a full continuum of care, Pawnee Valley Community Hospital is a HaysMed partner, and its hospital and family medicine physicians collaborate closely with HaysMed specialists.

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Cardiac Rehab patient shares information during heart month

February 9, 2023/in All, News, Pawnee Valley Community Hospital News/by devteam

After it was discovered that Jack Stewart’s aortic valve was functioning at only 20 to 40 percent efficiency, a valve-replacement surgery was performed last year.

Today, the 74-year-old Larned man is “living a much more active lifestyle and enjoying life much more.”

Stewart gives much credit for his recovery and positive prognosis to Cardiac Rehab services at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital (PVCH), 923 Carroll. He shared his story in observance of American Heart Month in February.

“I acknowledge I was somewhat skeptical about rehab at first but soon realized the benefits,” Stewart said. “I really appreciated the professional way I was treated, as well as the attention to detail and dedication to each patient to accomplish their goals.

“These Cardiac Rehab professionals not only help you meet your immediate goals but also develop a plan to attain future heart-healthy objectives.”

Stewart noted his appreciation to Dusty Thacker, PVCH director of Cardiopulmonary Services, and Wayne Wilcox, registered respiratory therapist.

From June 20 to Sept. 2 last year, this team guided Stewart through a rehab regimen that included exercises involving the Nu Step bike and the arm ergometer.

“I truly appreciate the time this great team spent with me,” Stewart commented. “They made each visit to rehab fun and full of laughter, while maintaining an atmosphere of professionalism. Rehab is not always fun but they made it fun for me. I would recommend our hospital’s Cardiac Rehab to anyone.”

Thacker noted that Stewart “was a model patient. He was always on time and eager to start exercising. Jack also was interested in the education we provided. Patients such as Jack make it easy to come to work every day.

“Most people think of Cardiac Rehab as just exercise,” Thacker added. “While it is a big component, rehab is so much more. It includes education and resources to help you make heart-healthy choices, along with emotional support.”

Benefits include strengthening the body, reducing the risk of hospital re-admission, and improving quality of life and mental health.

Cardiac Rehab cares for patients with varied diagnoses. The team supports those who have had open-heart surgery such as a coronary bypass graft, valve replacement and even a heart transplant.

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