Jim and Eleanor Randall Breast Center is now home to the latest technology to detect breast cancer. Known as 3-D tomosynthesis, this three-dimensional mammography system provides images of the breast in “slices” from different angles.
While traditional 2-D mammography remains one of the best tools available for detection of abnormalities, the emergence of 3-D mammogram technology offers patients and doctors the opportunity for greater clarity in imaging. In addition, 3-D mammography detects 20-40 percent more invasive cancers and reduces false alarms by up to 40 percent.
For many women, this means being spared the emotional, practical and economic toll of additional testing, including biopsies, when cancer can be ruled out during the initial mammogram.
“One in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime,” said Jon Foran, MD, medical director, Jim and Eleanor Randall Breast Center. “We are proud to now offer 3-D tomosynthesis to our patients, helping us improve the detection of breast cancer and reduce false alarms. This ground-breaking technology supports the goal of providing the very best breast cancer screening options to women in our community.”
The new system also provides greater accuracy for women across a variety of ages and breast densities. Eight of nine women diagnosed with breast cancer have no family history. Breast cancer risk also increases with age, with two out of three invasive breast cancers found in women over age 55.
For more information or to schedule an appointment at the Breast Center, please call (626) 698-7210.
About Jim and Eleanor Randall Breast Center
Jim and Eleanor Randall Breast Center is operated by Huntington Health Physicians, Huntington Hospital’s trusted outpatient physician partner group, and staffed by expert radiologists from The Hill Medical Corporation. Our patients receive rapid access to screening and diagnostics with state-of-the-art technology and expert care for the highest quality breast imaging services. Jim and Eleanor Randall Breast Center (formerly known as Huntington-Hill Breast Center) is conveniently located and provides a tranquil environment along with quick results to ensure peace of mind.
In Business Life Magazine’s August-September issue, Kenneth Lam, MD, radiation oncologist, is featured as a Healthcare Hero. Dr. Lam was recognized for his efforts to further strengthen access to services for our diverse community – who may otherwise face language or other barriers to care. This includes his work founding a Cantonese-speaking cancer patient support group at Huntington Hospital, the first one of its kind in Southern California. This monthly group gives community support to the Chinese population in the San Gabriel Valley, home to one of the highest concentrations of Chinese residents in the United States.
“Dr. Lam is a world-class physician who’s in great demand, yet, in addition to providing expert care, he’s also a generous donor and a great advocate,” says Jane Haderlein, senior vice president, philanthropy and public relations. “His contributions of time, talent and financial resources are truly transformative. It’s hard to express how grateful we are.”
Huntington Hospital has once again been recognized as a Best Hospital for 2017-18 Los Angeles and California by U.S. News & World Report. The annual Best Hospitals rankings, now in their 28th year, are part of U.S. News’ patient portal, designed to help patients make informed decisions about where to receive care for life-threatening conditions or for common elective procedures.
Huntington Hospital was named the fourth “Best Hospital” in the greater Los Angeles area. The hospital was also named ninth “Best Hospital” overall in California and was ranked among the best in the country in gynecology and urology.
Huntington Hospital was also ranked Best Regional Hospital in 15 types of care, with recognition as “High Performing” in seven adult specialties – diabetes & endocrinology, gastroenterology & GI surgery, geriatric, nephrology, neurology and neurosurgery, orthopedics and pulmonology; and in eight common adult procedures and conditions – aortic valve surgery, heart bypass, heart failure, colon cancer surgery, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), hip replacement, knee replacement and lung cancer surgery.
“We are honored to once again be recognized by U.S. News & World Report,” said Stephen A. Ralph, president and CEO, Huntington Hospital. “It gives me great pride to congratulate and thank our caring nurses, skilled physicians and dedicated employees and volunteers for earning these designations, which are the result of the compassionate care they provide our patients every day.”
For the 2017-18 rankings, U.S. News evaluated more than 4,500 medical centers nationwide in 25 specialties, procedures and conditions. In the 16 specialty areas, 146 hospitals were ranked in at least one specialty. In rankings by state and metro area, U.S. News recognized hospitals as high performing across multiple areas of care.
“For nearly three decades, we’ve strived to make hospital quality more transparent to healthcare consumers nationwide,” said Ben Harder, managing editor and chief of health analysis at U.S. News. “By providing the most comprehensive data available, we hope to give patients the information they need to find the best care across a range of specialties.”
The U.S. News methodologies include risk-adjusted survival and readmission rates, volume, patient experience, patient safety, quality of nursing care and other care-related indicators.
Best Hospitals was produced by U.S. News with RTI International, a leading research organization based in Research Triangle Park, N.C.
John Rodarte, MD, chair, department of pediatrics at Huntington Hospital, is featured in the August issue of L.A. Parent Magazine discussing overuse injuries among kid athletes. “You want to maintain your aerobic fitness, just use some different muscle groups,” said Dr. Rodarte. “This is the healthiest way to let your child be that great athlete.”
Dr. Rodarte spent 17 years as team doctor for Schurr High School football team and eight years on the medical staff for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Huntington Hospitaltoday announced that it has been named a 5-star recipient for uro-gynecologic procedures, hysterectomy, vaginal delivery and c-section delivery by Healthgrades, the leading online resource for comprehensive information about physicians and hospitals. A 5-star rating indicates that the hospital’s clinical outcomes are statistically significantly better than expected when treating the condition or performing the procedure being evaluated. Huntington Hospital is one of only two hospitals in Los Angeles County to receive 5-star ratings in all four of these procedures.
“We are proud to be recognized for women’s care by Healthgrades,” said Paula Verrette, MD, chief medical officer and senior vice president, quality and physician services, Huntington Hospital. “I’m grateful for our excellent physicians, caring nurses and attentive staff who work so hard to provide compassionate care, and high-quality outcomes, to women in our community.”
“Consumers place high-quality outcomes at the top of their wish list when selecting a hospital, so health systems that have achieved this particular distinction stand out among their peers,” said Brad Bowman, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Healthgrades. “Especially in an environment where consumers have more choices than ever before about where to receive care, a hospital’s commitment to achieving high-quality outcomes for their patients is more important than ever.”
To help consumers evaluate and compare hospital performance, Healthgrades analyzed all-payer state data for 17 states for years 2013 through 2015. Healthgrades found that there is a significant variation in hospital quality between those who have received 5-stars and those who have not. For example:
Uro-Gynecologic Procedures: From 2013-2015, patients having a uro-gynecologic procedures in hospitals with 5-stars have, on average 89.0% lower risk of experiencing a complication while in the hospital than if they were treated by hospitals with 1-star.*
Hysterectomies: From 2013-2015, patients having a hysterectomies in hospitals with 5-stars have, on average 65.4% lower risk of experiencing a complication while in the hospital than if they were treated by hospitals with 1-star.*
Vaginal Delivery: From 2013-2015, patients having a vaginal delivery in hospitals with 5-stars have, on average 54.9% lower risk of experiencing a complication while in the hospital than if they were treated by hospitals with 1-star.*
C-Section Delivery: From 2013-2015, patients having a c-section delivery in hospitals with 5-stars have, on average 66.0% lower risk of experiencing a complication while in the hospital than if they were treated by hospitals with 1-star.*
*Statistics are based on Healthgrades analysis of All-Payer data for years 2013 through 2015 and represent 3-year estimates for patients in 17 states for which all payer data was made available.
In Business Life Magazine’s June – July issue, Jane Haderlein, senior vice president, philanthropy and public relations, writes about the importance of philanthropy at Huntington Hospital.
“As a nonprofit hospital, Huntington Hospital relies on generous community philanthropy to sustain and enhance key programs and services that keep us at the forefront of high quality care that is delivered with kindness and dignity,” says Haderlein. “For over 125 years, support from residents, patients, and friends has helped us remain a trusted leader in health care by investing in innovative medical technology, supporting the education of our next generation of physicians, and helping those less fortunate who turn to us for care.”
Huntington Hospital today announced that its board of directors has appointed Lori Morgan, MD, MBA, as president and chief executive officer effective early- to mid-September, 2017. Dr. Morgan brings nearly 30 years of healthcare and healthcare administration experience with a focus on developing programs that support patient care, strengthening physician relationships and enhancing financial performance. She most recently served eight years as corporate vice president of Legacy Health, Portland’s largest local health system, and as president of Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, the system’s largest hospital.
Paul L.H. Ouyang, chairman of the board, said, “Dr. Morgan stood out as the top candidate for Huntington Hospitaldue to her excellent operating and financial track record and her outstanding working relationships with physicians. Lori is an accomplished trauma surgeon and intensivist, a natural leader and a superb communicator, and the entire Search Committee is honored and delighted that she has accepted our offer. We are pleased to welcome Lori to Huntington Hospital as we begin the next 125 years of service to the San Gabriel Valley community.”
He continued, “Dr. Morgan’s appointment follows a nationwide search that attracted many exceptional candidates. I want to thank all the Search Committee members, especially Jaynie Studenmund, chair, Search Committee, and vice chair, board of directors, who led the comprehensive search with the assistance of Witt/Kieffer, a nationally recognized executive search agency specializing in health care.”
Dr. Morgan said, “It is an honor and a privilege to be asked to lead this prestigious hospital and support its vision to be the leader in creating community well-being through world-class health care. I see great opportunity for further growth and development as we execute on our mission to bring together outstanding physicians, caring nurses, professional staff and advanced technologies.”
Stephen A. Ralph, current president and CEO, announced in April 2017 his intention to step down from his roles when the new CEO is in place.
Mr. Ouyang said, “The board and I want to thank Steve Ralph for his significant contributions to the community and the hospital. Over 33 years of service to the hospital with 22 of those as CEO, Steve has been a pillar of one of our community’s most important institutions and leaves a remarkable legacy of achievement.”
Mr. Ralph stated, “I am pleased that this exceptional hospital and its caring and professional staff will be in the hands of such a capable leader. I know Dr. Morgan will continue Huntington Hospital’s legacy of offering world-class care to our patients, their families and our community.”
Dr. Morgan Biographical Information
Dr. Morgan joined Legacy Emanuel Medical Center as president and Legacy Health as corporate vice president in 2009. Legacy Health is the largest local health system in Portland with seven hospitals, allied clinics/outpatient facilities and 11,000 employees. She served on the Legacy Health Councils, setting business strategy, developing annual budgets and evaluating large-scale capital expenditures and major system initiatives. Dr. Morgan led the implementation of World Health Organization’s surgical safety best practices across the Legacy Health System and worked to develop a system-wide physician/administration compact.
As president of Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, Dr. Morgan revitalized the financial standing of the hospital, turning annual net losses of $3 million to annual net profits of over $36 million, and achieving an operating margin of over 10 percent in 2016. Under her leadership, the hospital passed three Joint Commission surveys, achieving Gold Seal of Approval for the Chest Pain Center and the Primary Stroke Center and DNV accreditation as a Comprehensive Stroke Center. She improved the hospital’s culture of philanthropy, increasing annual hospital donations by nearly 500 percent in five years. Finally, she focused on improving clinical quality and physician and employee engagement, which improved HCAHPS rating for inpatient services by 8 percent and for emergency services by 34 percent.
Dr. Morgan has also served as president and chairman of the board of the Unity Center for Behavioral Health, a psychiatric hospital and emergency room developed in partnership with Adventist Health, Kaiser Health and Oregon Health Sciences University, over the last three years.
Prior to joining Legacy, Dr. Morgan served as a medical director at Trauma Trust in Tacoma, Washington, for nearly a decade where she developed a new adult Level II trauma center and pediatric trauma service.
She served as a co-director of the Surgical ICU and trauma surgeon at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics between 1997 and 2000.
Dr. Morgan received her medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine, then completed her surgical residency at Stanford University Medical Center, and her trauma/critical care fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania Medical Center. She is a board-certified trauma surgeon and intensivist.
She received her MBA from Pacific Lutheran University where she concentrated on technology and innovation management.
Dr. Morgan currently serves on the boards of the Oregon EMS & Trauma Advisory Board, Urban League of Portland, Emanuel Foundation, Legacy Institute for Surgical Education & Innovation, Life Flight and Legacy Health Partners. She previously served as chairman of the board of Caremark and Oregon State Trauma Advisory Board.
Dr. Morgan is married to Henry Outzen, PhD, a retired cancer research scientist. Together they have one son, Morgan Outzen, age 23, who lives and works in Portland, Oregon, as a certified financial analyst.
Technology is making it easier for patients and providers to interact, thus improving communication, safety and patient-provider relationships. New tools are helping patients become more actively involved in their care and maintaining their health, according to results of the 19th Annual Health Care’s Most Wired® survey, released today by the American Hospital Association’s (AHA) Health Forum.
According to the survey, Most Wired hospitals are using smart phones, telehealth and remote monitoring to create more ways for patients to access health care services and capture health information.
“At Huntington Hospital, we are constantly looking for ways to optimize our technology and systems to benefit our patients and physicians,” said Debbie Tafoya, vice president and chief information officer, Huntington Hospital. “This recognition highlights the hard work of our teams to improve the delivery of healthcare to our community. We are so proud to be named Most Wired.”
“The Most Wired hospitals are using every available technology option to create more ways to reach their patients in order to provide access to care,” said AHA President and CEO Rick Pollack. “They are transforming care delivery, investing in new delivery models in order to improve quality, provide access and control costs.”
Innovation in patient care embraces emerging technologies and underscores the need for secure patient information exchange. Hospitals have increased their use of sophisticated IT monitoring systems to detect patient privacy breaches, monitor for malicious activities or policy violations and produce real-time analysis of security alerts.
Most Wired hospitals are transforming care delivery with knowledge gained from data and analytics. They are investing in analytics to support new delivery models and effective decision-making and training clinicians on how to use analytics to improve quality, provide access and control costs.
HealthCare’s Most Wired® survey, conducted between Jan. 15 and March 15, 2017, is published annually by Hospitals & Health Networks (H&HN). The 2017 Most Wired® survey and benchmarking study is a leading industry barometer measuring information technology (IT) use and adoption among hospitals nationwide. The survey of 698 participants, representing an estimated 2,158 hospitals — more than 39 percent of all hospitals in the U.S. — examines how organizations are leveraging IT to improve performance for value-based health care in the areas of infrastructure, business and administrative management; quality and safety; and clinical integration.
Detailed results of the survey and study can be found in the July issue of H&HN.
About the Most Wired Survey
The 2017 Most Wired Survey is conducted in cooperation with the American Hospital Association and Clearwater Compliance, LLC.
About the American Hospital Association The AHA is a not-for-profit association of health care provider organizations and individuals that are committed to the improvement of health in their communities. The AHA is the national advocate for its members, which include nearly 5,000 hospitals, health care systems, networks and other providers of care. Founded in 1898, the AHA provides education for health care leaders and is a source of information on health care issues and trends. For more information, visit www.aha.org.
About Huntington Hospital
Huntington Hospital, www.huntingtonhospital.org, is a 619-bed not-for-profit hospital in Pasadena, California. We are named among the top hospitals in California and nationally ranked in two specialties by U.S. News and World Report. Learn more about us on Facebook www.facebook.com/huntingtonmemorialhospital and on Twitter @huntingtonnews.
As part of its non-profit mission, Huntington Hospitalprovides significant benefits to the communities it serves, often in the form of free and part-pay hospital care for the uninsured and those with limited means. In 2016, Huntington Hospital provided a total of over $108 million worth of health care services and support to residents of the San Gabriel Valley and beyond.
“It is our responsibility to identify and address the unmet needs of those underserved in our community,” said Jane Haderlein, senior vice president, philanthropy & public relations, Huntington Hospital. “Assisting those in need – from our elderly neighbors to families facing financial hardship – is a commitment that we proudly embrace.”
These community benefits include charity care for those patients unable to pay, as well as care expenses underwritten by the hospital that reflect the differences between the actual cost of the care and the amount of money received for patients covered by Medicare and/or Medi-Cal. Community benefits support research, education, and training, including clinical research, graduate medical education programs, scholarships, and continuing education in nursing and many other disciplines as well as benefits directed at the community-at-large, such as seniors, other vulnerable populations or the underserved, and those suffering from specific diseases (such as heart failure). Community benefits also include health screenings, community health fairs and flu shots.
In 2016, Huntington Hospitalprovided:
· Health screening and counseling to 2,400 people,
· Weekly breastfeeding support groups to 3,500 mothers,
· Senior Care Network Resource Center support and referrals benefiting 5,000 callers,
· Free health education classes, to 2,100 people, and;
· Long-term care management through Senior Care Network to 725 seniors.
These benefits, and many more, are described in detail in an annual Community Benefits Report submitted to the state each May. To review the complete 2016 Community Benefits report, please visit: https://www.huntingtonhealth.org/community/community-benefit/
Gloria Sanchez-Rico, vice president and chief nurse executive, Huntington Hospital, recently joined the Flintridge Center’s Board of Directors. Flintridge Center is a non-profit organization whose mission is to break the cycle of poverty and violence through community planning, innovation and action.
“Flintridge Center provides a tremendous benefit to our community. In joining the board, I hope to provide insight to further the Center’s mission to assist high-need individuals and families throughout Los Angeles County,” said Sanchez-Rico.
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