Fall 2024 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. 2024 © Coffey Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. Follow Us Comforting beyond words Welcome to another information-packed edition of The Journey. As you read through this issue, take particular note of the story that begins on page 4. Jean Caputo’s ordeal was a harrowing one, but one that had a terrific outcome. I am very proud to say that each step of Jean’s journey took place at Riverside. From being rushed to the emergency room to having bypass surgery and going through cardiac rehab, at each step, Jean was cared for by Riverside staff. Perhaps most rewarding is what Jean herself has to say about it all: “I couldn’t have handpicked (a better team) to take care of me.” Providing the expert staff and technology to care for the community, close to home, is the foundation Riverside is built on. When you are sick and at your most vulnerable, knowing that the high-level care you need is not far away is comforting beyond words. From heart, spine, brain and orthopedic surgery to emergency pediatric specialists and stroke and cancer care, our experts are right here. When minutes matter, Riverside is minutes away. Along with Jean’s story, this copy of The Journey is filled with a variety of helpful health information. Within these pages, you can learn about the signs of stroke, find out how Riverside is advancing the detection of lung cancer, better understand what health screenings are most important, and meet the newest Riverside Medical Group members who are available to see you and your family. As the Riverside mission statement says, “Life is a remarkable journey.” Our hope is this issue of The Journey will help you on yours. Best of health, Phillip Kambic, President and CEO, Riverside Healthcare MyRiverside MyRiverside MyChart is a secure online health connection for you to access all of your health information in one place. With myRiverside MyChart, you can access your electronic medical record and take it wherever you go. You can access your health information on your desktop or through the app on your phone or tablet. MyRiverside MyChart allows you to take control of your health by scheduling appointments, checking test results, paying bills, messaging your doctor and more. You can also request access to your family’s health records so that you can manage care for your children, spouse or parents too. Take the hassle out of your health care Download the myRiverside app from the Apple App Store or Google Play today! Or sign up at riversidemychart.org.
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