Riverside Healthcare | The Journey | Winter 2022-23

Winter 2022–23 3 THE JOURNEY is published as a community service for the friends and patrons of RIVERSIDE HEALTHCARE, 350 N. Wall St., Kankakee, IL 60901, telephone (815) 933-1671, RiversideHealthcare.org. HEALTHCARE Information in THE JOURNEY comes from a wide range of medical experts. It should not be considered or used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about specific content that may affect your health, please contact your health care provider. Models may be used in photos and illustrations. 2022 © Coffey Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. Follow Us ‘What Family Feels Like’ We all can understand what it is to be part of a family—to feel included, accepted, cared for and part of something special. Riverside recently launched a new campaign centering on that theme: “What Family Feels Like.” It ’s only four words, but they carry so much meaning. How we connect to that statement may differ for each of us, just as our own family experiences differ. But what is true is that the feeling of family is at the core of what we do here at Riverside. Being part of families has been at our core since we opened our doors almost 65 years ago. As our communities have grown, so have we. But one thing we’ve strived to never lose is our sense of family. We want you to know that when you step inside one of our facilities, you are being cared for like you are one of our family members. Whether it’s a routine checkup or a major procedure, we know that health care can be daunting and frightening. We want you to know we’re here to help you, to answer every question, to offer every option, and provide genuine comfort and empathy. Best of health, Phillip Kambic, President and CEO, Riverside Healthcare It’s what family feels like. And it moves us every day. A kind heart and meaningful connection. It’s how we approach every relationship. We embrace and listen to you like family. This moves us to provide you with the most remarkable care. Because with technologically advanced treatments and genuine caring, we help your family heal and thrive. Learn more about the way we care. RiversideHealthcare.org That moment when you feel like the luckiest man alive. When it comes to your health, know that Riverside is with you at every point, just like family should be. Time is precious The seasons change, and we are reminded that time marches on. Just what we choose to do with our time is different for each of us, but one thing we all wish is that we had more of it. That was certainly true for Lexie Painter, a young woman from Kankakee who was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 25. Her story is featured in this issue of The Journey. She talks about the love and support of friends and family, including from the man who would become her husband. She also talks about the incredible Riverside Cancer Institute team, led by oncologist Annabelle Veerapaneni, MD. From her own experience, Lexie offers something that we often hear…if you sense something is going on with your body, take the time to get it checked out. Great advice. This issue of The Journey also offers information and advice on a variety of topics, from a new home for Riverside’s mental health services to education on lowering your risk for diabetes. There is also information on the technological advances Riverside is making in the treatment of heart disease, as well as a look at over 20 new providers we have added in a variety of specialties to improve access to care for those we serve. It is an information-filled issue. Take the time to look through it—I’m sure you’ll find something of value.

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