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- Megan K. McCrossin, CNM - Midwifery, Willamette Valley Midwives
- Mary S. Placek, MD - Family Medicine, Independence-Monmouth Family Medicine
- Loretta L. Scheler, MD - Family Medicine, Kaiser Permanente - Adult Medicine Hospitalist
- Tom Shi, MD - Internal Medicine, Salem Clinic - Adult Medicine Hospitalist
- David B. Witkin, MD - Internal Medicine, Kaiser Permanente - Adult Medicine Hospitalist
- John V. Young, Jr., MD - General Surgery, Salem Hospital Wound Care and Infusion Services
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TOP READS
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Ebola preparedness update
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Flu standings show strong start
With more than 1,324 vaccinations given, we are off to a roaring start! Check out the Week 1 NFHL video standings for a complete update.
The medical staff had 18 percent participation in just the first week. Help your team, The Healers, join the 100 percent club. Get your flu shot by going to Employee Health or attending one of the many tailgate parties this month.
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Multidisciplinary Peer Review Committee (MPRC) accepting applications for chair position
The Multidisciplinary Peer Review Committee (MPRC) is accepting applications for a chair position through Monday, Oct. 20. Read the full announcement here.
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WELCOME TO SALEM HOSPITAL
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Megan K. McCrossin, CNM - Midwifery
Willamette Valley Midwives
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Education:
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Vanderbilt University School
of Nursing - Nashville, Tennessee
Sept. 2004 to Dec. 2006
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Board Certification:
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American Midwifery
Certification Board
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Mary S. Placek, MD - Family Medicine
Independence-Monmouth Family Medicine
Medical
Education:
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Drexel University College of
Medicine - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Aug. 2007 to May 2011
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Residency:
Family Medicine
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Idaho State University -
Pocatello, Idaho
June 2011 to June 2014
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Loretta L. Scheler, MD - Family Medicine
Kaiser Permanente - Adult Medicine Hospitalist
Medical
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Oregon Health & Science University - Portland, Oregon
June 1997 to June 2001
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Internship:
General Surgery
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University of South Alabama Medical Center - Mobile, Alabama
June 2001 to June 2002
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Residency:
General Surgery
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University of South Alabama Medical Center - Mobile, Alabama
June 2002 to Sept. 2004
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Residency:
Family Medicine
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Quad Cities Family Medicine -
Davenport, Iowa
June 2005 to June 2007
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Board
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American Board of Family Medicine
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Tom Shi, MD - Internal Medicine
Salem Clinic - Adult Medicine Hospitalist
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Medical Education:
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Ohio State University College of Medicine - Columbus, Ohio
July 2007 to June 2011
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Residency: Internal Medicine
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Providence St. Vincent Medical Center - Portland, Oregon
June 2011 to June 2014
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David B. Witkin, MD - Internal Medicine
Kaiser Permanente - Adult Medicine Hospitalist
Medical
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University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine - Aurora, Colorado
Sept. 1973 to June 1977
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Internship:
Family Medicine
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University of Colorado School of Medicine - Denver, Colorado
July 1977 to June 1978
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Residency:
Psychiatry
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University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine - Aurora, Colorado
July 1978 to June 1979
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Residency:
Internal Medicine
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University of New Mexico School of Medicine - Albuquerque, New Mexico
July 1980 to Dec. 1982
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Board
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American Board of Internal Medicine
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John V. Young, Jr., MD - General Surgery
Salem Hospital Wound Care and Infusion Services
Medical
Education:
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University of Massachusetts Medical Center Medical School - Worcester, Massachusettes
May 1974
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Internship: General Surgery
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University of Rochester School of Medicine - Rochester, New York
July 1974 to June 1975
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Residency: General Surgery
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University of Rochester School of Medicine - Rochester, New York
July 1975 to June 1976
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Residency: General Surgery
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University of Maryland Medical Center - Baltimore, Maryland
July 1976 to June 1977
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Fellowship: Vascular Surgery
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University of Washington Medical Center - Seattle, Washington
July 1977 to June 1978
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Residency: General Surgery
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University of Rochester School of Medicine - Rochester, New York
July 1978 to June 1980
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Board
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American Board of Surgery
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IN THE NEWS...
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Is Salem Hospital ready for Ebola?
Salem Health Director of Patient Safety and Clinical Support, Kristen Myers, is quoted in a recent Statesman Journal article on our organization's preparedness for Ebola. Read the full Statesman Journal story.
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Ebola incident handled smoothly
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What Ebola error in Dallas shows: Column
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Behind-the-scenes look at recent open house at
Salem Cancer Institute
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Breast cancer survivor helps other women overcome their fears
A Salem Health patient enjoys an active lifestyle after her breast cancer diagnosis and encourages others to do the same. See the YouTube video.
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COMING EVENTS
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The role of procalcitonin in the critically ill on Oct. 21
An informal scientific exchange on Sepsis and the use of biomarkers including procalcitonin will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 21. This presentation will be led by Providence Medical Center Chief of Infectious Disease and OHSU Professor of Medicine, David Gilbert, MD. This event is sponsored by the Salem Hospital Sepsis Committee and is intended for physicians, RNs, laboratory and pharmacy staff, and any other interested health care professionals.
- Tuesday, Oct. 21
- 6:30 p.m. - reception; 7 p.m. - presentation and dinner
- Bldg. B, Wedel Auditorium
- RSVP to Bay Lindley at 360-616-1426
Read the flier
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Perinatal Case Review Conference on Oct. 28 
An upcoming Perinatal Case Review Conference: When We Help the Uterus: Induction & Augmentation, Three Cases with FHR Review, will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 28. Presenter Dr. John Hannig, Salem Hospital OB hospitalist, will discuss how to identify signs and symptoms of uterine rupture, describe fetal heart rate patterns and explain the informed consent process.
- Tuesday, Oct. 28
- 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.
- Bldg. D, CHEC 1 and 2
- Light breakfast will be provided
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Liver symposium for primary care on Nov. 19
Sponsored by Salem Cancer Institute, this presentation will cover the latest information on managing patients with liver-related complications and qualifies for CME credit.
- Wednesday, Nov. 19
- 5:30 to 8 p.m.
- Bldg. D, Creekside dining room
- Register at salemhealth.org/invite or by calling 503-561-5419
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PRACTICAL MATTERS
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September Breakfast with the CEO recap
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Electronic Document Management System - Phase II,
goes live Oct. 21
Phase II of the Electronic Document Management System (EDMS) will go live on Tuesday, Oct. 21. Phase II will incorporate the H&P forms from Pre-Surgical Screening to ensure surgical documents are scanned into Epic for all patients who go through the Pre-Surgical Screening process.
Watch for a tip sheet with more information to be posted on the MyEpic/Radar Physician Dashboard in Epic. There will be a command center in place during the go-live. Please call 503-561-4357 and select 1 for the command center, if you require assistance.
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Sepsis Affinity Team requests feedback on clinical pathways
The Sepsis Affinity Team is working on a comprehensive clinical pathway to improve care for  sepsis patients. Please review the clinical pathway located on the ICU, ED and 4 Center and provide your feedback. This will help ensure the most up-to-date evidence based practice including: efficient flow for the patient, what makes sense and is feasible for your workflow, and any questions you may have. If you have any questions please contact Gwen Schneider, Ann Alway or Mai Dotran.
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