LAB RESULTS, HOW TO ENSURE YOU WILL GET YOURS...

Ever been to your doctor and asked for your lab results and they aren't in your chart? This is because while most office run on some type of EMR (Electronic Medical Record), those EMR's don't connect with one another.  So if you had labs done at your PCP (Primary Care Physicians) office and didn't ask them to forward them to your Cardiologist, Endocrinologist, Hematologist, etc. The only person seeing the blood work will be your PCP.

If you have blood work done at a lab such as Quest Diagnostic or a Beaumont Lab these labs will get mailed or faxed to  ONLY the ordering physician.  If any of your physicians have access to EPIC, (The EMR that Beaumont uses) then they will be able to access your records.  Unfortunately Quest labs don't have don't have a system physician's can access from their offices, so the only way a specific physician will get your results is if you tell Quest where to send them.

In review, Labs taken at:
Physicians office:  Ask them to send labs to every physician office you think may need or want them

Quest Diagnostic:  Ask them to send labs to every physician office you think may need or want them

Beaumont Lab:   Ask them to send labs to every physician office you think may need or want them (Just to be certain)

MEET OUR MHG PHYSICIAN EXTENDERS, AN EXTENSION OF YOUR HEART CARE TEAM! THIS MONTH WE RECOGNIZE DAWN MITCHELL

Beaumont Michigan Heart Group would like to introduce you to our physician extenders.  They are a critical part of the Cardiology team at Michigan Heart Group.  The Physician Extenders work hand and hand with the physicians, making decisions on the best treatment options for each patient on a case by case basis.  All of our extenders round on the weekends as well as work in the hospital during the week.  Most of our extenders also have office hours and we encourage our patients to feel comfortable following up with them in the office.  Our medical decisions are often a team approach that each extender is a part of and they are often at the forefront of each decision that is made.

The practice is made up of Interventionist (plumbers) and Electrophysiologist (electricians).  The plumbers are located at 4600 Investment Drive, #200, while the Electricians are in the building next door at 4550 Investment Dr., #250.  In addition Michigan Heart Group has two satellite offices to accommodate our out of town patients.  One in Macomb at 15959 Hall Road, #304, Macomb and another in Novi at Ten Mile and Haggerty, 39500 Ten Mile, #103, Novi. Each extender is trained and familiar with both specialties.

Each month we will be focusing on one extenders achievements, this month we recognize Dawn Mitchell.

Dawn Mitchell, A.C.N.P.:  Dawn is our newest member to the team joining just last year in December 2012.  Dawn has worked for William Beaumont Hospital in several different capacities over the last 30 years and we are lucky to have her as part of our team.  Her main focus for the last 20 years has been Cardiology where she has learned the many different arenas it has to offer.  Dawn primarily sees patients in the hospital however she does have office hours all day on Wednesday at Michigan Heart Group.  Dawn is becoming very familiar with the practice and our patients.  It’s almost as if she’s called Michigan Heart Group home for the last 30 years.

OUR EXTENDER TEAM AND WHERE YOU MAY SEE THEM:


Cheryl Vincent, APRN:  Sees patients at Michigan Heart Rhythm Group all day Thursday and Friday.  Also, sees patients at William Beaumont Hospital- Troy, covers Beaumont RO when needed.

Anita Juriga, MSN, A.P.R.N:  Sees patients at Michigan Heart Group all day Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.  Also, sees patients at William Beaumont Hospital- Troy, covers Beaumont RO when needed.

Howard Hollinger, P.A.-C.:  Sees patients at Michigan Heart Group all day Tuesday and Wednesday.  Also, sees patients at William Beaumont Hospital- Troy, covers Beaumont RO when needed.

Debby Goodall, RN. N.P.:  Sees patients at Michigan Heart Group on Tuesday afternoons.  Also, sees patients at William Beaumont Hospital- Troy, covers Beaumont RO when needed.

Michelle Forcina, P.A.-C.:  Sees patients at Michigan Heart Rhythm Group all day Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.  Rounds at both William Beaumont Hospital- RO and Troy on the weekends.

Dawn Mitchell, A.C.N.P.:  Sees patients at William Beaumont Hospital- Royal Oak, covers Beaumont Troy when needed.

Lily Paciorkowski, R.N., MSN:   Sees patients at William Beaumont Hospital- Royal Oak, covers Beaumont Troy when needed.

Ryan Havens, R.N.,N.P.:  Sees patients at Michigan Heart Group all day Monday and Friday afternoons Michigan Heart Rhythm Group.

Sarah Levin, R.N., N.P.:  Sees patients at Michigan Heart Group Monday and Thursday afternoons. Also, she sees patients at

Mariann Graham, R.N., BSN:  Sees patients at William Beaumont Hospital- Royal Oak, covers Beaumont Troy when needed.

We are very fortunate to have such a great, caring and educated team working with us.  They look forward to meeting you and we hope you look forward to meeting them.

Thank you!
The Beaumont Michigan Heart Group Physicians

2017 MICHIGAN HEART GROUP HOLIDAY SCHEDULE

Michigan Heart Group closes in observance of all the major holiday's.  The 2017 days are listed below.  We ask, in order to ensure your prescriptions are refilled in time, please call at least one week prior to the holiday.  Calls taken after 10:00 am, the days before closing, are not guaranteed to be called in.

      

Monday	May 29, 2017	Memorial Day
Tuesday	July 4, 2017	Independence Day
Monday	September 4, 2017	Labor Day
Thursday	November 23, 2017	Thanksgiving
Friday	November 24, 2017	Day after Thanksgiving
Friday	December 22, 2017	Christmas Eve (observed)      (1/2 day)
Monday	December 25, 2017	Christmas Day
Friday        Monday	December 30, 2017 January 1, 2018	New Year’s Eve (observed)    (1/2 day) New Year’s Eve

 

Thank you:
The Michigan Heart Group Staff

MICHIGAN HEART GROUP WISHES YOU A HAPPY THANKSGIVING

TIPS ON NAVIGATING MHG'S PHONE SYSTEM....

To better assist you when calling our office, please use this list of phone prompts.  Choosing the correct extension will help expedite the time you spend on hold.  Some departments may be on the phone with other patients, however if you leave a call back number and time you can be reached they will get back to you that same day if you call prior to 3 pm.

• If you know your parties extension or the prompt you need, you can enter it at any time. 
• You do not need to ask for a receptionist to be transferred. 

Please note:  Phone are answered from 8:30-4:30 Monday-Friday.   Phones are off between 11:30 and 12:30 for lunch.

1-  Medical Records
2-  Nursing, Medical Questions or Clinical Maters
3-  Prescription Refills, Medication Clarification, or Sample Request
4-  Physician's ONLY
5-  Fax Number
6-  Billing inquiries
7-  Schedule an appointment or speak with a receptionist
8-  Repeat menu

MICHIGAN HEART GROUP'S LOCATIONS AND SATELLITE OFFICES

Michigan Heart Group has 2 main locations and 2 satellite locations.  Different physicians see patients out of different suits.  

 

There are times, when a physician will need to SWITCH SUITES for one reason or another. It usually has to do with coverage or addition of office time.  

 
You will ALWAYS BE NOTIFIED of this DURING YOUR REMINDER CALL so PLEASE pay close attention to the LOCATION when we call you. 
 

 

MAIN CAMPUS:

 
Beaumont Michigan Heart Group:
4600 Investment Drive, #200
Troy, MI 48098
(248) 267-5050
www.mhgpc.com
 
OPEN MON-FRI (7AM-4PM), Different Physicians are in on different days (see below):

• Steven Almany, MD (Monday and Wednesday)
• Steven Ajluni, MD    (Monday and Thursday)
• William Devlin, MD  (Tuesday and Thursday)
• Terry Bowers, MD   (Wednesday and Friday)
•  Michael Gallagher, MD  (Tuesday)
•  Akhil Gulati, MD   (Friday)

 

Beaumont Michigan Heart Rhythm Group

4550 Investment Drive, #250
Troy, MI 48098
(248) 267-5050

OPEN MON-FRI (7AM-4PM), Different Physicians are in on different days (see below): 

• David Cragg, MD (Wednesday and Thursday)
• Brian Williamson, MD (Tuesday and Friday)
• Ilana Kutinsky, DO (Monday and Thursday)

 

SATELLITE OFFICES:

Beaumont Western Wayne Heart Group

39500 Ten Mile, #103
Novi, MI 48375
(248) 267-5050
 
Physicians in on certain days (see below): 

• Steven Ajluni, MD    (Every Tuesday)
• William Devlin, MD  (3^rd Monday of the Month)
• Ilana Kutinsky, DO   (2^nd Thursday of the Month)
•  Akhil Gulati, MD (2^nd Monday of the Month)

 
Beaumont Michigan Heart Group- Macomb
15959 Hall Road, #304
Macomb, MI 48044
(248) 267-5050
 
Physicians in on certain days (see below):

• David R. Cragg, MD (Friday morning)
• Terry R. Bowers, MD (Thursday morning)
• Michael J. Gallagher, MD (1^st/2^nd Wednesday of the Month)
• Akhil Gulati, MD (3^rd/4^th Wednesday of the Month

ACCESS YOUR MEDICAL INFORMATION ONLINE!!!!!

WHY YOU SHOULD SIGN UP FOR THE PATIENT

 PORTAL AT MICHIGAN HEART GROUP

·         24/7 accessibility to medical records and important health information form any computer or smart phone

·         Quicker test results online

·         You now have the ability to email the office securely for:

§  Direct messaging to your physician

§  Appointment requests

§  Prescription refill requests

                                                                                                                                                         

HOW TO SIGN UP FOR THE PATIENT PORTAL AT

 MICHIGAN HEART GROUP

·         Go to www.mhgpc.com

·         Click the link on the left hand side of the page that says “Patient Portal”

·         Click “Create an Account”

·         Fill in the necessary account information

·         You will be directed to page called “Select a Log-in Method”. Click on the logo..........

·         Create a Username and Password and enter in your email address.  Click “continue”

              **Write your username down somewhere secure, if lost we cannot 

                 recover it**

·         You will be directed to a page that says, “Request Connection to Healthcare Organization”.  Type in the zip code 48098 and hit enter, and then select “Connect” next to Michigan Heart Group.

·         Click on the “Next” button where you will be directed to ta page that says, “Sign Release of Information Authorization”.  Select “I Accept”.

·         Once your account has been matched with your health record at our office you will receive an email notification, then you are ready to use the portal and view all of your information.

                                                                                                                                                            

LAB RESULTS, HOW TO ENSURE YOU WILL GET YOURS...

Ever been to your doctor and asked for your lab results and they aren't in your chart? This is because while most office run on some type of EMR (Electronic Medical Record), those EMR's don't connect with one another.  So if you had labs done at your PCP (Primary Care Physicians) office and didn't ask them to forward them to your Cardiologist, Endocrinologist, Hematologist, etc. The only person seeing the blood work will be your PCP.

If you have blood work done at a lab such as Quest Diagnostic or a Beaumont Lab these labs will get mailed or faxed to  ONLY the ordering physician.  If any of your physicians have access to EPIC, (The EMR that Beaumont uses) then they will be able to access your records.  Unfortunately Quest labs don't have don't have a system physician's can access from their offices, so the only way a specific physician will get your results is if you tell Quest where to send them.

In review, Labs taken at:
Physicians office:  Ask them to send labs to every physician office you think may need or want them

Quest Diagnostic:  Ask them to send labs to every physician office you think may need or want them

Beaumont Lab:   Ask them to send labs to every physician office you think may need or want them (Just to be certain)

BABA GHANOUSH

Serves 10

¼ cup per serving

Slow cooker size/shape

3 to 4½ quart round or oval

Slow cooking time

3 to 3½ hours on low plus

3 to 3½ hours on low

§  Cooking spray

§  2 pounds eggplant (Japanese preferred), peeled, seeded if using large varieties, and cut into 1-inch cubes

§  ½ cup water

§  ¼ cup fresh min

§  2 tablespoons tahini

§  2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

§  1 medium garlic clove, chopped

§  ¼ teaspoon salt

§  ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

§  Pomegranate seeds (optional)

§  1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin preferred) (optional)

When slow cooked, baba ghanoush (bah-bah gah-NOOSH) has a very mild flavor.  If you want a hint of the smokiness of grilled or roasted eggplant, simply add a touch of smoked paprika to this Middle Eastern favorite.  Serve it with toasted whole-grain pita wedges or crudités.

Lightly spray the slow cooker with cooking spray.  Put the eggplant and water in the slow cooker.  Cook covered, on low for 3 to 3 ½ hours.  Quickly stir once and re-cover the slow cooker.  Cook for 3 to 3 ½ hours.  Using a slotted spoon, transfer the eggplant to a food processor or blender.  Discard the cooking liquid. 

Add the mint, tahini, lime juice, garlic, paprika, and salt to the eggplant.  Process until smooth and creamy.  Transfer to a serving bowl.  Serve garnished with the pomegranate seeds and/or drizzled with the oil.  Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days.

Per Serving___________________________________________

Calories                                  38                          

Cholesterol                            0 mg

Total Fat                                 1.5 g                      

Sodium                                   62 mg

Saturated Fat                        0.0 g                      
Carbohydrates                      5 g
Trans Fat                                0.0 g                                      
Fiber                                       3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat            1.0 g                                      
Sugars                                    2 g
Monounsaturated Fat         0.5 g                      
Protein                                   1 g         

Dietary Exchanges

1 vegetable, ½ fat

Per Serving (with optional ingredients)_____________________

Calories                                 50                          

Cholesterol                           0 mg

Total Fat                                3.0 g                      

Sodium                                   62 mg

Saturated Fat                        0.5 g                      

Carbohydrates                      5 g

Trans Fat                                0.0 g                                      

Fiber                                       3 g

Polyunsaturated Fat            1.0 g                                      

Sugars                                     2 g

Monounsaturated Fat         1.5 g                      

Protein                                   1 g

                                               

Dietary Exchanges

1 vegetable, ½ fat

 

American Heart Association “healthy slow cooker cookbook” (2012, 16)

MEET OUR MHG PHYSICIAN EXTENDERS, AN EXTENSION OF YOUR HEART CARE TEAM! THIS MONTH WE RECOGNIZE MICHELLE FORCINA

Beaumont Michigan Heart Group would like to introduce you to our physician extenders.  They are a critical part of the Cardiology team at Michigan Heart Group.  The Physician Extenders work hand and hand with the physicians, making decisions on the best treatment options for each patient on a case by case basis.  All of our extenders round on the weekends as well as work in the hospital during the week.  Most of our extenders also have office hours and we encourage our patients to feel comfortable following up with them in the office.  Our medical decisions are often a team approach that each extender is a part of and they are often at the forefront of each decision that is made.

The practice is made up of Interventionist (plumbers) and Electrophysiologist (electricians).  The plumbers are located at 4600 Investment Drive, #200, while the Electricians are in the building next door at 4550 Investment Dr., #250.  In addition Michigan Heart Group has two satellite offices to accommodate our out of town patients.  One in Macomb at 15959 Hall Road, #304, Macomb and another in Novi at Ten Mile and Haggerty, 39500 Ten Mile, #103, Novi. Each extender is trained and familiar with both specialties.

Each month we will be focusing on one extenders achievements, this month we recognize Michelle Forcina.

Michelle Forcina, P.A.-C.:  Michelle joined us recently in October 2012.  We wanted Michelle specifically because she comes to us with a background in Cardiac Electrophysiology.  She has primarily worked with Electrophysiologist and Device Clinics for the last seven years. She is office based and sees patients at Michigan Heart Rhythm Group all day Monday and Tuesday and Wednesday mornings.  Michelle works closely with our device specialist Jan Halash and Amy Douglas as well as Drs. Cragg, Williamson and Kutinsky.  Michelle has an excellent bed side manner and we are finding many patients are choosing to follow up with her for monthly appointments.

OUR EXTENDER TEAM AND WHERE YOU MAY SEE THEM:


Cheryl Vincent, APRN:  Sees patients at Michigan Heart Rhythm Group all day Thursday and Friday.  Also, sees patients at William Beaumont Hospital- Troy, covers Beaumont RO when needed.

Anita Juriga, MSN, A.P.R.N:  Sees patients at Michigan Heart Group all day Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.  Also, sees patients at William Beaumont Hospital- Troy, covers Beaumont RO when needed.

Howard Hollinger, P.A.-C.:  Sees patients at Michigan Heart Group all day Tuesday and Wednesday.  Also, sees patients at William Beaumont Hospital- Troy, covers Beaumont RO when needed.

Debby Goodall, RN. N.P.:  Sees patients at Michigan Heart Group on Tuesday afternoons.  Also, sees patients at William Beaumont Hospital- Troy, covers Beaumont RO when needed.

Michelle Forcina, P.A.-C.:  Sees patients at Michigan Heart Rhythm Group all day Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.  Rounds at both William Beaumont Hospital- RO and Troy on the weekends.

Dawn Mitchell, A.C.N.P.:  Sees patients at William Beaumont Hospital- Royal Oak, covers Beaumont Troy when needed.

Lily Paciorkowski, R.N., MSN:   Sees patients at William Beaumont Hospital- Royal Oak, covers Beaumont Troy when needed.

Ryan Havens, R.N.,N.P.:  Sees patients at Michigan Heart Group all day Monday and Friday afternoons Michigan Heart Rhythm Group.

Sarah Levin, R.N., N.P.:  Sees patients at Michigan Heart Group Monday and Thursday afternoons. Also, she sees patients at

Mariann Graham, R.N., BSN:  Sees patients at William Beaumont Hospital- Royal Oak, covers Beaumont Troy when needed.

We are very fortunate to have such a great, caring and educated team working with us.  They look forward to meeting you and we hope you look forward to meeting them.

Thank you!
The Beaumont Michigan Heart Group Physicians

2017 MICHIGAN HEART GROUP HOLIDAY SCHEDULE

Michigan Heart Group closes in observance of all the major holiday's.  The 2017 days are listed below.  We ask, in order to ensure your prescriptions are refilled in time, please call at least one week prior to the holiday.  Calls taken after 10:00 am, the days before closing, are not guaranteed to be called in.

      

Monday	May 29, 2017	Memorial Day
Tuesday	July 4, 2017	Independence Day
Monday	September 4, 2017	Labor Day
Thursday	November 23, 2017	Thanksgiving
Friday	November 24, 2017	Day after Thanksgiving
Friday	December 22, 2017	Christmas Eve (observed)      (1/2 day)
Monday	December 25, 2017	Christmas Day
Friday        Monday	December 30, 2017 January 1, 2018	New Year’s Eve (observed)    (1/2 day) New Year’s Eve

 

Thank you:
The Michigan Heart Group Staff