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A letter from our President and CEO | LiveWell Winter 2024

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Surrounded by amazing people

From registration to starting IVs. From treatment to cleaning rooms. Everyone I encounter at Genesis is dedicated to performing their responsibilities at the highest level. And the national healthcare industry has noticed.

For the second consecutive year, Fortune Magazine and PINC AI have named Genesis a Top 100 Hospital in the nation and an Everest Award winner. The Everest Award recognizes hospitals and health systems that achieve the highest improvement rates over a five-year period.

 

All because of our team members and your support.

This prestigious accomplishment continues to make it easier to recruit the best physicians to Genesis. Throughout 2024, we will introduce several new doctors who bring impressive educations and experience to join our outstanding team.

 

Our newest team members

As promised, we have recently welcomed several new physicians to Genesis. On the following pages, you will learn how Ear, Nose and Throat, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Orthopedic, Cardiology, Surgery and Family Practice are all growing to serve you.

 

Your neighbors

In this issue, two of your neighbors share their amazing stories. Learn how a simple fall led to a life-threatening injury for Amber Allen. Also, you can read how Erika Wickham overcame cancer.


For your wellness

At Genesis, we care about your total health. Our desire is to prevent illness and injury any time we can. Learn how a colonoscopy can save your life, ways to recognize and confront loneliness, how to prevent falls and more.

 

I’m grateful

Your faith in Genesis HealthCare System enables us to position our team to accomplish amazing things. Our team continues to adopt innovative treatments to save more lives and help our community members live their best lives. I am grateful to work among them and serve you.

Thank you.

 

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Wells, Laura

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Laura Wells, APRN-CNP
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955 Bethesda Drive
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Zanesville, OH 43701
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University of Toledo College of Medicine in Toledo, Ohio

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River View Student Donates to Genesis Healthcare System

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Donation Benefits the Genesis Cancer Care Center

River View High School student Adara Birkhimer raised $458.50 as a senior project for the Genesis Cancer Care Center. The money was raised by selling donuts and hot chocolate in the high school.

“We are grateful to Adara for her compassion in raising money that will benefit our patients,” said Pebbles Thornton, Director of Genesis Cancer, Palliative Medicine and Hospice Services. “Our future is bright with students like Adara who not only choose to help others, but who also take the initiative to make a difference in patients’ lives.”

River View Student Donates to Genesis HealthCare System

Adara Birkhimer, River View High School student (center) presents a check for $458.50 to the Genesis Cancer Care Center to Pebbles Thornton, Director of Genesis Cancer, Palliative Medicine and Hospice Services (right). Also pictured is Karin Moran, River View teacher and advisor.

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Genesis HealthCare System recognized nationally as one of the best places to work in IT

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The Information Technology (IT) department at Genesis HealthCare System has been recognized as one of the top places to work for information technology professionals. This award, given by Foundry’s Computerworld, is an annual ranking of IT departments across all industries based on a comprehensive employee questionnaire. To be selected, IT departments must value challenging projects, possess a corporate culture that emphasizes teamwork, invest in employees through training and career development initiatives, and have high employee retention.

 

“I’m thrilled at the unparalleled work that the Genesis IT team does year after year,” said Ed Romito, Chief Transformation Officer at Genesis HealthCare System. “This recognition isn't just a testament to our collective efforts; it's a celebration of the spirit, dedication, and remarkable teamwork that define us. Our team is dedicated to the Genesis Mission of providing compassionate, exceptional and affordable healthcare services to our community.”

 

The Computerworld questionnaire focuses on company offerings in categories like benefits, career development, DEI, future of work, training and retention. In addition, this year, the winners were reviewed and chosen by a panel of industry experts. The complete Best Places to Work in IT list is available online at Computerworld.com.

 

 

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The Information Technology (IT) department at Genesis HealthCare System has been recognized as one of the top places to work for information technology professionals.

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Ables, Inc. donates to Genesis Breast Care Center

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Funds will benefit breast cancer patients

Ables, Inc. recently donated $2,500 to the Genesis Breast Care Center at Genesis HealthCare System in recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

“We are grateful to the Ables company for the generous donation,” said Pebbles Thornton, BSN, RN, OCN, Director of Genesis Cancer, Palliative Medicine and Hospice Services. “Their commitment to helping breast cancer patients in our region is a great benefit to our patients and to our community.”

Ables, Inc. donates to Genesis Breast Care Center

Presenting the $2,500 check to the Genesis Breast Care Center and Pebbles Thornton, Director of Genesis Cancer, Palliative Medicine and Hospice Services (first row, far right), are Ables’ employees (left to right): Lisa Flaitz, Michaylah Malone, Hilary Wehler, Josh Ables, Cassie Lowry, Russ Ables, Amy Bowman, Lesley Hall, Heather Hopkins, Jenny Acheson and Brandy Whittle.

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Making your healthcare team better

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Making your healthcare team better

Caring for patients with cardiovascular disease takes a team. Our NPs and PAs work with our physicians to provide the best care, timely access and increase your satisfaction.

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Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physicians Assistants (PAs) are a vital and growing part of your healthcare. 

Each of our NPs and PAs have advanced graduate degrees and subspecialized in cardiovascular medicine. Many of them have worked in cardiology for over 10 years and are highly trusted colleagues of all our cardiologists.

NPs and PAs partner with your cardiologist in both our office and the hospital. Through that partnership, our NPs and PAs focus on diagnosing diseases, managing symptoms, ordering diagnostic testing, adjusting medications and providing education.

Meet our practitioners

    General Cardiology Services

    Courtney Camp
    Courtney Camp, NP

     

    Angie Reichley, NP

     

    Sierra Lewellen, PA (PRN)

     

    Chrystal Rhoades
    Chrystal Rhoades, NP

     

     

    Mack Denekew, NP

     

    Marissa Evancho
    Marissa Evancho, NP

     

    Lindsey Jessup
    Lindsay Jessup, NP

     

    Kate Snider
    Kate Snider, NP

     

    Michele Taylor, NP

     

    General Cardiology - Coshocton Services

    Christy Zigo
    Christy Zigo, NP

     

    Jason Bryant
    Jason Bryant, NP
    Interventional Cardiology Services

    Megan Price
    Megan Price, PA

     

    Katey Khune, APRN-CNP
    Katey Khune, NP

     

    Julie Thompsom
    Julie Thompson, NP

     

    Cardiothoracic Services

    Betsy Beach, NP

     

    Jill Davisson, NP
    Taryn Burkhart
    Taryn Burkhart, NP

     

    Angelo Pagani
    Angelo Pagani, PA

     

     

    Electrophysiology Services

    Danielle Harmon, NP

     

    Branson Tiffany
    Tiffany Branson, NP

     

    Laura Wells
    Laura Wells, NP
    Leslie Huber, NP

     

    Sonia Webster, NP
    Vascular Services

    Sarah Crawmer, NP
    Angelo Pagani
    Angelo Pagani, PA

     

    Structural Heart Services

    Lyndsey Bateson
    Lindsey Bateson, NP
    Heart Failure Services

    Carol Garwood
    Carol Garwood, NP
    Vein Center Services

    Kylie Wells, NP
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    Caring for patients with cardiovascular disease takes a team. Our NPs and PAs work with our physicians to provide the best care, timely access and increase your satisfaction.

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    Nursing Students Donate $1,000 to Genesis Cancer Care Center

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    The Muskingum University Nursing Student Organization recently donated $1,000 to the Genesis Cancer Care Center at Genesis HealthCare System. The nursing students raised the funds through T-shirt sales, and the money will assist breast cancer patients with supplies such as breast prostheses and mastectomy bras.

     

    “We are immensely grateful to the Muskingum University nursing students for their efforts to raise funds for our breast cancer patients,” said Pebbles Thornton, Director, Genesis Cancer, Palliative Care and Hospice Services. “We are lucky to have these future healthcare providers and leaders demonstrating their dedication to helping those in our community who are fighting this disease.”

     

    To learn more about Genesis Cancer Services, including the supplies available in the Women’s Boutique, go to genesishcs.org/cancer.

     

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    Pictured during the $1,000 check presentation are (left to right) Marysa Starcher and Steven Garcia, Muskingum University nursing students; Pebbles Thornton, Director, Genesis Cancer, Palliative Care and Hospice Services; Cindy Wilkins, Director and Chair, Muskingum University Nursing Department; and Terra Armstead, Muskingum University Associate Professor of Nursing.

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    Muskingum University Nursing Student Organization Raises Funds for Patients.

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