The annual WellStar Medical Staff Engagement Survey, being conducted April 19 to June 7, provides an opportunity for members of the Medical Staff team to share feedback and identify areas for further improvement. Once again, Press Ganey Associates will administer the survey and individual responses will be confidential. Facility and System results will be available in July and will compare WellStar to national benchmarks. This year, for the first time, advanced practitioners will be included in the survey.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Physician Leadership Academy
WellStar’s Physician Leadership Academy
Increased Neuroradiology Coverage by Quantum Radiology
Quantum Radiology has expanded neuroradiologist weekend coverage for WellStar Health System. This sub‑specialized radiologist will read neuroradiology studies and will be readily available for referring physician consultation.
Brywczynski named Senior Vice President and Health Parks Administrator
Avril Beckford, M.D., FAAP, Leads Georgia Pediatrics Chapter to Award
The Georgia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (GAAP), led by chapter president, WellStar’s own Avril Beckford, M.D., FAAP, was selected to receive the outstanding chapter award in the very large chapter category. The award’s selection process included a detailed report and presentation by Dr. Beckford on the chapter’s work, education and advocacy for Georgia’s children and pediatricians. Dr. Beckford, who heads the WellStar pediatric service line, has served as the GAAP president for the past two years.William A Cooper, M.D., Demonstrates Valve Replacement
On March 9, 2010, through a live video feed, William A. Cooper, M.D., Chief of Cardiovascular Surgery for WellStar Kennestone Hospital, demonstrated a new valve replacement procedure for a group of Mayo Clinic physicians. During the procedure several notable surgeons from across the country discussed concept and design, implantation techniques, applications and hosted panel discussions.
WellStar System Computers to be Down from Saturday, April 24 to Sunday, April 25
In order to replace the aging Uninterruptible Power Supply unit at the WellStar Development Center, all electrical power to the WDC must be shut off. Therefore, all WellStar computer systems must be shut down and off line.
Welcome New Medical Staff Members
For a complete list of new Medical Staff and Advanced Practitioners, click "Read more >>."
Patient Satisfaction
According to research, physicians can increase patient satisfaction by improving the way they interact with patients. Perhaps the most important lesson for physicians is to take time with each patient and make an effort to determine their expectations. When a physician recognizes and addresses a patient's expectations, satisfaction is not only higher for the patient but for the physician as well. It may help to keep in mind that patients often desire information more than they desire a specific action and/or outcome. In addition, one study showed that approximately 10 percent of patients had one or more unvoiced desires in a visit with their physician.
WellStar Student Identification Process
Beginning in April, students who are obtaining clinical experience in WellStar facilities will be identified with a new badge. The student badge will be configured in a landscape format and indicate “Student” in the identifier bar. Students are expected to wear the badges whenever they are in a WellStar facility.
WellStar Health System Teams with 11 Alive News for Atlanta’s Biggest Loser
Atlanta’s newest Biggest Loser Contest began March 1 with 12 contestants from all walks of life being divided into competing teams of six. Each team has workouts with a WellStar Health Place trainer and all contestants will eat healthy courtesy of a free, weekly meal plan. WellStar Health Place trainers Jenny Swift and Tim Palmer are motivating the red and blue teams throughout the contest.
Clinical Documentation Improvement: Focus on Sepsis
The terms “bacteremia” and “sepsis” are often used interchangeably by healthcare providers. However, these should not be considered synonymous terms.
WellStar Foundation Physician Partners
The WellStar Foundation recently launched a new initiative to create greater awareness of WellStar’s philanthropic efforts throughout our physician community.
WellStar Cobb Hospital – Physician Town Hall Meeting
Presented by Randy Cook, Senior Vice President and Hospital Administrator
Thursday, April 15
12 p.m. (noon)
WellStar Cobb Hospital – Auditorium
Thursday, April 15
12 p.m. (noon)
WellStar Cobb Hospital – Auditorium
Two new da Vinci® Robots added to WellStar Health System
WellStar’s surgical robotics program has expanded with the addition of a second da Vinci® Surgical System robot at WellStar Kennestone Hospital and the purchase of a device for WellStar Cobb Hospital. Both hospitals received the upgraded da Vinci Si HD Surgical System which allows for a teaching console.
WellStar Kennestone Hospital Awarded Three-Year CARF Accreditation
CARF International announced that WellStar Kennestone Hospital has been accredited for a period of three years for its Inpatient Rehabilitation Program: Hospital, Adults; and its Inpatient Rehabilitation Program: Hospital, Stroke Specialty Program. This is the sixth consecutive, three-year accreditation that the international accrediting body has awarded to Kennestone.
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
60 Never Looked So Good – Kennestone Hospital Celebrates Milestone in June
In June, WellStar Kennestone Hospital will mark 60 years of providing world-class healthcare to our community. The hospital opened June 12, 1950, with 105 beds, 80 employees and 28 physicians. Today, Kennestone is licensed for 633 beds, has more than 4,000 employees and 800 medical staff coming onto the campus throughout the week.
Physician Satisfaction at WellStar Kennestone Hospital (Part 2 of the Series)
Robert Jansen, M.D., VP of Medical Affairs
As we draw near the Medical Staff Engagement Survey, I would like to update you on Kennestone’s active involvement to continue improvements based on survey feedback and how we are aligning our efforts with Dr. Stephen C. Beeson’s book Engaging Physicians.
As we draw near the Medical Staff Engagement Survey, I would like to update you on Kennestone’s active involvement to continue improvements based on survey feedback and how we are aligning our efforts with Dr. Stephen C. Beeson’s book Engaging Physicians.
Save the Date: Orthopaedics for the Primary Care Physician
Saturday, May 1, 2010
8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Marietta Conference Center
Who should attend?
Primary Care Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners & RNs
8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Marietta Conference Center
Who should attend?
Primary Care Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners & RNs
April and May Meetings
For a complete list of each hospitals' committee/department meetings, click "Read more>>."
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