Bartlett Regional | House Calls | Fall 2020

Chuck Bill, CEO Website: www.bartletthospital.org Provider directory: www.bartletthospital.org/providers www.facebook.com/BartlettRegionalHospital www.twitter.com/BartlettHosp House Calls is published as a community service for our friends and neighbors in Southeast Alaska by: Bartlett Regional Hospital 3260 Hospital Drive Juneau, AK 99801 907-796-8900 | www.bartletthospital.org Information in House Calls comes from a wide range of medical experts, including our own staff and our partners at Coffey Communications. If you have any concerns or questions about any content or your own medical situation, please contact your health care provider. 2020 © Coffey Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. 5 Getting ready for surgery? Here’s what you should know about how we’re keeping you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. 6 Coronavirus Chronicle To conquer COVID-19, Charlie Paul called on the strength of his ancestors and the exceptional care at Bartlett. 7 Stay active, stay healthy! Social distancing orders cramping your exercise style? Try these fun ways to get in your workout during the pandemic. 8 Suicide: The other public health crisis With the pandemic front and center, this threat to public health is more common than ever. Here’s why. 10 The doctor will see you now And with virtual visits, you can see your provider without ever leaving home. Content Fall 2020 VISIT US HEALTHY LIVING SHARING THANKS CEO’s corner MENTAL HEALTH TELEHEALTH Soothing thesoul Art inspireshope on theBartlett campus page11 QualityPatient-CenteredCare . Fall2020 Conquering COVID-19 Charliebeat the virus thanks to exceptionalcare atBartlett page6 WELL- BEING Artist MK McNaughton is one of several Southeast artists with original work gracing the new Rainforest Recovery Withdrawal Management Center. Words of wisdom embedded in Kelsey Fagan’s mural in the new Rainforest Recovery Withdrawal Management Center. Story on page 11. Welcome to the Fall edition of Bartlett Regional Hospital’s House Calls . It feels like summer was on a Tuesday this year! This issue is largely focused on COVID-19 and what the hospital is doing to prepare for and treat patients with the virus while continuing to provide safe health care for the community. It is important for you to know that your safety is our top priority. You can be confident that our processes ensure your safety. If you need care, please come to Bartlett. I continue to be very impressed by the whole community and the support we have received from CBJ, the businesses and individuals. Also, I couldn’t be prouder of our employees and physicians! Not only are the direct patient caregivers awesome, but the support staff has been incredible. It’s hard to imagine how much work this has generated for housekeeping, maintenance, Information Services and everyone else. Big thanks to our staff and to you, residents of this region we serve, for your trust in Bartlett Regional Hospital during this time of challenge and change. Chuck Bill, CEO cbill@bartletthospital.org