Register for December Holiday Luncheon
November Member Meeting
Providence Pharmacists
November 14th at 2 pm
Pharmacist Handout
Pharmacist answers to questions from member meeting
Kathy Ng (Resident): “Hi, my name is Kathy. I am from San Francisco, CA. I attended University of the Pacific, Thomas J. Long Pharmacy School in Stockton, CA. My professional goal is to work in a pharmacist-led clinic with an interest in cardiology or primary care”
Sara Lei (Resident): “”My name is Sara Lei, and I am currently a PGY1 resident at Providence St. Peter Hospital on my Cardiology rotation. I was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA, where I earned my Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the University of California, Irvine (UCI), followed by my Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from the University of Southern California (USC) Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy. My areas of interest include cardiology, transitions of care, and family medicine. My goal is to become a practicing clinical pharmacist who provides evidence-based recommendations in disease state management while working closely with patients to bridge gaps in their healthcare”
Zarina De La Cruz (Intern): “My name is Zarina de la Cruz, I am a 4th year pharmacy student going to WSU, and am currently on my Transitions of Care rotation. I grew up in the Lakewood area and currently moved up to Lacey to live with some of my other family, where I also completed my undergraduate at Saint Martin’s. I enjoy listening to music and playing video games, have a Samoyed named Theo, and am pursuing work either in an ambulatory or inpatient setting”
Ahn Tran (Intern): “Name: Anh Tran”
School: University of Washington
Where I come from: Olympia, WA
Current rotation: Cardiology
Career goals and interests: I plan to pursue a one-year residency program after graduation and work in the in-patient setting in the future. Though I don’t have a particular specialty area that I am interested in yet”
October Member Meeting
Dr. Jason Reese-Heart Devices
October 15th at 5:45 pm
Timberline Baptist Church
Dr. Jason M. Reese, a cardiologist, received his medical degree from Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine and has been in practice approximately 20 years. He has worked in the Tacoma area. Dr. Jason M. Reese has expertise in treating heart valve surgery, coronary artery disease, chronic high blood pressure, among other conditions. More recently Dr. Reese started practicing at Kaiser Permanente Clinic in Olympia and has privileges at St Peter Hospital.
September Member Meeting
Dr. John Waggoner–Q&A Heart Disease
DATE: Rescheduled to September 12th at 5:45 pm
Timberline Baptist Church
Dr. John W Waggoner is an Interventional Cardiology Specialist in Olympia, Washington. He graduated with honors from Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine in 1999. Having more than 19 years of diverse experiences, especially in INTERVENTION CARDIOLOGY, CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE (CARDIOLOGY). He currently supervises the Providence St Peter Cardiologists, and Cardiac Surgeons.
Mended Hearts Chapter 130 Picnic
DATE: Thursday, August 8 TIME: 5 – 7 PM
LOCATION: TUMWATER HISTORICAL PARK, 777 Simmons Rd. SW
Please bring a dish according to your last name Food: A-H: Salad I-P: Main Dish Q-Z: Dessert
July No Member Meeting
Speaker:
Bruce Silverman, MD, MS (Human Nutrition)
Date: June 13, 2024 2 pm
Topic: Diet, the Microbiome and Health
View PowerPoint Presentation from June 13, 2004-converted to pdf file so all can view
Snacks: Baba Ghanoush, Hummus, Guacamole, Bruschetta, 3 Seed Bread, Tabouleh Salad, Blue Corn Chips, Vegetable plate.
Originally from Chicago. I retired from 37 years of practice in Gastroenterology in Olympia in January 2023. Undergraduate degree BS from Grinnell College in Iowa. Masters degree in Human Nutrition Columbia University. Medical degree from Rush University in Chicago. Residency Internal Medicine Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in California. Fellowship in Gastroenterology University of Washington.
Exercise Presentation at the Chapter Member Meeting on May 9, 2024, 2 pm.
I’m Heather! I’m a certified personal trainer at the South Sound YMCA. My favorite thing about the Y is the diversity of our membership. I’ve had the opportunity to work with clients from age 12 to age 90. I strive to create enjoyable, sustainable exercise programs for individuals of all walks of life. I specialize in weightlifting, and take great pleasure in supporting people in becoming confident in the weight room or other areas that fit their goals!
Member Meeting-April 11, 2024 at 2 pm
Topic: CPR Training
Worked 20 years as RN, 15 of those in the military.
Worked 15 years as nurse practitioner.
Worked 15 years as a volunteer EMT/firefighter.
Have been teaching a variety of topics since 1978, to include CPR, nursing inservice, EMT and firefighter skills.
Member Meeting-March 14, 2024 at 2 pm
Topic: Preventative Cardiac Care
Graduated from Oregon Health & Sciences University, Portland, Oregon. There are many important factors that contribute to a person’s overall health, including individual life circumstances, prevention, and available evidence-based treatments. I believe in working together with patients to examine these factors and determine a path to better health. The establishment of a physician-patient relationship built on a foundation of trust, understanding, and continuity makes this possible. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, going for day hikes, and reading. Health care policy and reform are of particular interest to me. Works at Providence Hawks Prairie Family Medicine 2555 Marvin Road Northeast Lacey, WA 98516.
Member Meeting-February 8, 2024 at 2 pm
Topic: Spirituality and cardiovascular health
After working for Presbyterian churches and camps in a youth director role, I felt a tug toward pastoral ministry. I graduated from San Francisco Theological Seminary in 1990, was ordained and served churches in Oregon, Washington and California as a Pastor, Associate Pastor, Designated Pastor and Interim Pastor. In 2007 I finished my Doctor of Ministry at Union Presbyterian Seminary in Richmond, VA.
Over the years I finished my Clinical Pastoral Education units and became a Board Certified Chaplain. I have served full time at our local hospital in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit and the Neuro Intensive Care Unit, and currently work part time for Puget Sound Hospice.
I am married with grown children and grandchildren. I enjoy walks with my big dog Ziggy, cooking and friends.
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Member Meeting-January 11, 2024 at 11 am
Janet Moody, JD received her Bachelor of Arts degree from The Evergreen State College and her Juris Doctor degree from the University of Washington School of Law. She served as a public defender for Thurston County District Court, and has been in private practice since 2003.
The focus of her practice is Elder Law, including Guardianship, Trust and Estate planning, Medicaid planning, Special Needs Trusts and Vulnerable Adult issues.
Janet is a member of the Thurston County Bar Association, the Washington State Bar Association, and the American Bar Association. She is a member of the Board of Directors of the Thurston County Bar Association and is a Past President.
She also served as President of the Board of Directors of Thurston County Volunteer Legal Services. She is a member of the Thurston Mason Senior Action Network, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), and the Life Care Planning Law Firms Association.
| Mo | Day | Yr | Topic | Speaker | Business | Type | Notes |
| 1 | 12 | 22 | Cardiology | Dr Charles Rossow | Providence Cardiology | Zoom | |
| 2 | 10 | 22 | Meds | Laura Carpenter (Interns) | St Peter Hospital | Zoom | |
| 3 | 14 | 22 | Diet | Cathy Visser | True For You Nutrition | Zoom | |
| 4 | 28 | 22 | Nursing Cardiology | Suzzane Upfield | St Peter Hospital | Zoom | |
| 5 | 12 | 22 | Exercise | Cullen Crowe | YMCA | Zoom | |
| 6 | 16 | 22 | Diabetes | Video | Chapter | Zoom | |
| 7 | 14 | 22 | COVID | Dr. Dimyana Abdelmalek | Thurston County Health Dept | Zoom | |
| 8 | 11 | 22 | Picnic | National Mended Hearts | Tumwater Historical Park | In Person | |
| 9 | 8 | 22 | Cardiology | Dr Charles Rossow | Providence Cardiology | Zoom | |
| 10 | 13 | 22 | Yoga | Fred Wright | True Self Yoga | In Person | Link |
| 11 | 10 | 22 | Meds Brown Bag | Laura Carpenter (Interns) | St Peter Hospital | In Person | |
| 12 | 15 | 22 | Holiday Luncheon | Members Gospel Church | Chapter Jacob Smith House | In Person | Register |
| 1 | 12 | 23 | Visitor Program | Diane Caputo | Chapter Member | In Person | Visitor Page |
| 2 | 9 | 23 | Heart Attacks | Carolyn, Jeanne, Sonia | Chapter Members | In Person | |
| 3 | 9 | 23 | CPR | Beverly Wright | Medic One | In Person | |
| 4 | 13 | 23 | Exercise | Their Stories Darld, Larry, John | Chapter Members | In Person | |
| 5 | 11 | 23 | Long Term MH Membership | Ernie Ong | Chapter Members | In Person | |
| 6 | 8 | 23 | Cardiac Arrest | Kristi, Nick, Julie | Chapter Members | In Person | |
| 7 | 13 | 23 | Recovery Discussion | Kristi, Diane, Darld | Chapter Members | In Person | |
| 8 | 10 | 23 | Picnic | All Members | Chapter Members | Tumwater Historical Park | |
| 9 | 12 | 23 | Cardiology | Dr. Waggoner | Providence Cardiology | In Person | |
| 10 | 12 | 23 | Plant Based Diet | Rachel Akins | Boldt Diabetes and Nutrition Education | Zoom | |
| 11 | 9 | 23 | Medicare Insurance | Doug Kernutt | SHIBA | In Person | |
| 12 | 7 | 23 | Holiday Luncheon | Members | Chapter Jacob Smith House | In Person | Register |
| 1 | 11 | 24 | Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning | Janet Moody | Elder Law with Care | In Person | Changed time to 11 am |
| 2 | 8 | 24 | Spirituality and cardiovascular health | Tammy Stampfli | Puget Sound Hospice | In Person | |
| 3 | 14 | 24 | Preventative Cardiac Care | Kathryn Dean | Providence | ||