PULSE Winter 2024 3 PULSE is published as a community service for the friends and patrons of Central Peninsula Hospital, 250 Hospital Place, Soldotna, AK 99669, phone 907-714-4404, website cpgh.org. CEO: Shaun Keef External Affairs Director: Bruce Richards Information in PULSE comes from a wide range of medical experts. Models may be used in photos and illustrations. If you have any concerns or questions about specific content that may affect your health, please contact your health care provider. If you wish to be removed from the mailing list, please call 907-714-4600 or email marketing@cpgh.org. 2024 © Coffey Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. Central Peninsula Hospital and its clinics (collectively “CPH”) comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. Translation and other services are available to you, free of charge, by calling this number: 907-714-4404. On Oct. 23, 2023, we opened the doors to our new diabetes center. This milestone reflects Central Peninsula Hospital’s commitment to addressing the health care needs of our community. An experienced team At the heart of the diabetes center is Anna Boutwell, APRN, a highly skilled and compassionate nurse practitioner with 14 years of experience in diabetes management. Anna is committed to collaborating with primary care providers and endocrinologists through a referral‐based and team‐oriented approach. Referrals can be faxed to 907-416-7682. Central Peninsula Diabetes Center also recognizes the importance of patient education in managing various diabetes diagnoses effectively throughout the lifespan. Whether you or a loved one has prediabetes, type 1, type 2, gestational diabetes or diabetes of another form, the center offers diabetes education appointments with Crystal Allen, MPH, RN. Crystal recognizes that caring comes first and works toward empowering individuals with the knowledge and skills to live healthfully amid a challenging diagnosis. Helpful support The center is also introducing group diabetes education classes, allowing individuals to come together, share experiences and implement meaningful changes to achieve lasting results. You can also schedule personalized education on diabetes-related topics of interest to you. Call the center or visit us online at www.cpgh.org/diabetes-center for information on group classes and upcoming events. Comprehensive diabetes care Central Peninsula Diabetes Center is open and accepting new patients! At Central Peninsula Diabetes Center, we focus on patient‐centered care, education and collaboration. 209 W. Katmai Ave., Soldotna, AK 99669 Phone: 907-714-4726 Fax: 907-416-7682 Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Anna Boutwell, APRN Crystal Allen, MPH, RN
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