October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - 2011

Mammograms are preformed Monday through Friday call (970) 724-3181 to schedule. Also, consider coordinating the mammogram on
the same day as your Well Woman Exam offered at Timberline Family Practice,
Granby & The Clinic at Middle Park Medical Center Kremmling.

When Middle Park Medical Center, Granby opens on January 1, 2012, the Diagnostic
Imaging Services Department will have digital mammography available.

Until then, join the hundreds of Grand County residents who schedule their mammogram
at the hospital in Kremmling.

Uninsured or Underinsured?
Middle Park Medical Center understands that the costs
of medical care can act as a barrier to patients seeking care for vital medical
services. MPMC recognizes the need to make certain key services as affordable
as possible in order to better enable the utilization of those services by
individuals who do not have insurance or who are seeking care for services not
covered under their specific plan.
Middle Park Medical Center has financial assistance
programs available.
Contact Patient Financial Counselors at (970) 724-3442
for more information.

In preparation of a
mammogram remember the following:
·
If caffeine increases the tenderness of your
breasts, you may want to reduce or eliminate caffeine from your diet for two
weeks before your mammogram.
·
If you have premenstrual breast tenderness, schedule
your mammogram when your breasts will be less tender. Possibly the week after your menstrual cycle.
You know your body best!
·
Do not use any lotion, powder or deodorant
on your breasts or under your arms the day of the exam.

*Middle Park Medical Center – a proud sponsor of
Team Grand Lake’s Komen Race for the Cure
since 2006.

Schedule your yearly mammogram by calling: (970) 724-3181

Memorandum of Understanding between KMHD and Centura Health

A Memorandum of Understanding was signed on July 22, 2010 at the Kremmling Memorial Hospital Board of Director's meeting. Gary Campbell, CEO of Centura Health and Bill Widener, CEO of Kremmling Memorial Hospital signed the MOU.

President of the Board of Directors, Kent Whitmer explained: "An MOU is a recitation of what each party's understanding are as we go forward and try to ultimately reach and affiliation, a partnership or some sort of arrangment where we are working together [on delivering healthcare in Granby, in particular regarding the proposed Middle Park Medical Center Project by Kremmling Memorial Hospital District] ... "

Welcome to the Middle Park Medical Center Project by Kremmling Memorial Hospital District

Dear Friends:

Thank you for your interest in the new, state-of-the-art, Middle Park Medical Center. This blog has been created to keep you informed on our progress.

We are honored to have this tremendous opportunity to build a healthcare center central to the Fraser Valley, Grand Lake and Granby.

The demanded for healthcare services on the east side of Grand County is something citizens, second home owners and guests have been asking for years. We are happy to spearhead this development and answer the call to provide many health care services. We believe that Grand County needs and deserves this availability and quality of care.

With nearly 60 years experience in providing healthcare in Grand County we have a rich history of quality care and a specific understanding of what this county needs. In good times or bad, we have always maintained a strong commitment to Grand County. Our current board of directors, as well as directors of the past, has worked hard to get this lofty project this far with full-intentions of making it a reality.

When we open our doors and welcome patients in 2012, (knock on wood!) Middle Park Medical Center in Granby will provide many of the medical services enjoyed by people on the west side of the county at Kremmling Memorial Hospital.

We have seen an outpouring of support from federal, county and local government, local businesses, organizations and individuals. We especially thank Granby Ranch for their belief in local healthcare, proven by their generous donation of land. With other supporters joining our mission to provide improved access to care every day, we are sure to make Middle Park Medical Center part of your life in Grand County.

We would especially like to remind those who rely on the services currently provided at Kremmling Memorial Hospital in Kremmling: We not only intend on staying right here in Kremmling, but also continue to improve and develop services.

Lastly, we'd like to invite you to attend the open board of directors meetings. These are held the final Thursday of every month at 5:30 p.m.

Sincerely,

Bill Widener, CEO