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Health Bill Revives Abortion Groups
Feeling a threat from proposed legislation, both sides are mobilizing supporters like they haven’t in years.
Basics: The Biology Behind the Milk of Human Kindness
New research suggests that oxytocin underlies the twin emotional pillars of civilized life, our capacity to feel empathy and trust.
Q & A: Enough to Make Your Hair Curl
Do hormone shifts cause hair follicles to change shape?
Global Update: AIDS: Study in Rural Uganda Finds Benefits in Treating AIDS Patients at Home
Treating AIDS patients at home is just as effective and much cheaper than having them come into a clinic, says a new study.
Reid, as Legislative Tactician, Takes Ownership of Health Care Overhaul
The Senate majority leader’s deep personal involvement in assembling the overhaul of the health care system has led the measure to the brink of a historic Senate debate.
Books: They Died, and Lived to Tell All About It
A new book about the “gray zone” between life and death.
Well: Food, Kin and Tension at Thanksgiving
Turkey with a side of scorn? For some families, holiday meals can be cauldrons of longstanding tensions, fresh criticism and battles for control.
Vital Signs: Regimens: Meditation, for the Mind and the Heart
Could the mental relaxation produced by transcendental meditation have physiological benefits?
Shifting Vaccine for Flu to Elderly
Federal health officials are trying to shift supplies of the seasonal flu vaccine away from chain pharmacies and supermarkets to nursing homes.
Really?: The Claim: Vinegar Can Help Lower Blood Sugar Levels.
Can adding vinegar to a large meal prevent a spike in blood sugar?
Artery Disease in Some Very Old Patients
Doctors scanned Egyptian mummies and found signs of atherosclerosis, a disease typically thought of as a modern ill.
Vital Signs: Childhood: U.S. Draws Low Marks on Premature Births
The nation, where one out of eight babies are born prematurely each year, earned a D from the March of Dimes.
Vital Signs: Smoking in U.S. Declines but Not by Much
Some 20.6 percent of Americans were current smokers in 2008, a drop from 20.9 percent in 2004, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.
Personal Health: Exploring a Low-Acid Diet for Bone Health
Proponents suggest that such a regimen could lead to stronger bones than the typical American diet rich in dairy products and animal protein.
News Analysis: Screening Debate Reveals Culture Clash in Medicine
Backers of science-driven medicine cheered the new recommendations on cancer screening, while many patients still believe that more is always better.
Sounds During Sleep Aid Memory, Study Finds
People who heard specific sounds while sleeping had enhanced memories upon awakening, researchers said.
Vital Statistics: The Dangers of Taking a Dip in the Hot Tub
A hot tub might not seem an especially dangerous place, but many seeking relaxation in these tubs find themselves instead in an emergency room.
Pressure on Region’s House Democrats to Back Health Care Overhaul
Union-backed groups say they may withhold support or even oppose lawmakers who do not support health care legislation.
Democrats Step Up Push for Votes on Health Care
Anxious about how little maneuvering room the weekend victory on health care provided, Democrats are stepping up overtures to two moderate Republican senators from Maine.
Behind Cancer Guidelines, Quest for Data
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force thought its review of breast cancer recommendations would be a straightforward job, but the response to its guidelines was swift and angry.
N.F.L. to Shift in Its Handling of Concussions
Teams will soon be required to receive advice from neurologists while treating players with brain injuries.
News Analysis: Deal Will Turn a Los Angeles Hospital Private
The Martin Luther King Jr. hospital is entering a public-private partnership for more cost-effective operations.
Senate Votes to Open Health Care Debate
The Senate voted 60 to 39 on Saturday night to begin full debate on major health care legislation, propelling the bill over a crucial, preliminary hurdle.
Medical Marijuana: No Longer Just for Adults
Several Bay Area doctors who recommend medical marijuana for patients say their client base includes teenagers with psychiatric conditions including A.D.H.D.
Novelties: From the Lab, a New Weapon Against Cholesterol
Tiny particles containing gold and other metals may someday help keep cholesterol from building up in blood vessels.
Signs Swine Flu Wave May Have Peaked in U.S.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said flu activity was declining in all regions of the country.
65? Back of the Line for the Swine Flu Vaccine, Pal
Older patients are top priorities for flu vaccine. But not for swine flu. They face fewer risks because they’ve been exposed to H1N1.
Get a Mammogram. No Don’t. Repeat.
The current dispute over screening tests gives many people a sense of déjà vu. Here’s a timeline of the debate, from 1963 on.
The Breaking Point: Hospital Falters as Refuge for Illegal Immigrants
When an Atlanta hospital closed its dialysis unit, many illegal immigrants had to scramble to find treatment.
Patient Money: How to Find Mental Health Care When Money Is Tight
Hot lines, online groups and organizations that charge fees on a sliding scale are options for finding help.
Senate Health Care Bill Faces Crucial First Vote
Senator Harry Reid scheduled the first crucial procedural vote on the major health care legislation for Saturday, after what is expected to be two marathon days of debate.
Guidelines Push Back Age for Cervical Cancer Tests
New guidelines for cervical cancer screening say women should delay their first Pap test until age 21, and go for screening less often than had been previously recommended.
Insurers Unlikely to Alter Policies in the Debate Over Mammograms
Medicare and private health insurers said they were unlikely to change coverage of breast cancer screenings after new guidelines recommended that women wait longer to have mammograms and have fewer of them.
Academic Researchers’ Conflicts of Interest Go Unreported
A report found that universities often do not disclose faculty members’ conflicts of interest in government-financed studies.
Study Ties Restrooms to Illnesses on Cruises
A study found dirtier restrooms on ships with outbreaks of gastrointestinal sickness.
Cases: Checking the Right Boxes, but Failing the Patient
As doctors bustle from one well-documented chart to the next, no one is counting whether they are still paying attention to people.
Doctor and Patient: Primary Care’s Image Problem
As few as 2 percent of medical students are pursuing general internal medicine, a trend that could doom efforts at universal health care.
Food Agency Delays Ban on Oysters After Outcry
The Food and Drug Administration said it would instead conduct a study of whether the oysters should be processed to kill deadly bacteria rather then be sold raw.
Personal Best: Train the Mind to Run Right Through Winter
Those who exercise in all sorts of weather will attest that there is a certain thrill that can come from terrible conditions.
Through 1 Woman, 20 Views of Life’s End
The stories in an Off Broadway play, “Let Me Down Easy,” include Lance Armstrong’s victory over testicular cancer and the tales of some who lost their battles.
Cases: Stuck by a Needle, Not by a Decision
A health care worker faced an immediate decision on her treatment after sustaining an injury while taking blood from a patient.
Cases: A Life Apart, Without a Home, Friends or Regrets
A man at a homeless shelter was described as filled with thought but empty of feeling.
Capital Chapter Lunch Meeting - Nov 14, 2009
The 2010 Board of Directors
Barbara, Kathy, Bobbie, Christy, Suzanne
Capital Chapter members get ready to enjoy lunch
Left to right: Denice, Shannon, Jo Ann, Norma, Nancy, Christy, Michelle, Suzanne, Susan
The other end of the table...
Left to right: Christy, Michelle, Suzanne, Susan, Bobbie, Barbara, Denice, Shannon, Jo Ann, Norma
President Barbara Rasmussen
The Capital Chapter presented Barbara with a gift card in appreciation of her service as our President this year.
Just one more picture!
Left to right (back to front): Denice, Shannon, Jo Ann, Norma, Nancy
Bobbie Hart and Christy Cole
Bobbie will be Treasurer in 2010 and Christy will be President Elect and Chapter Rep
Denice Moore wins a door prize
Shannon Briggs wins a door prize
Michelle Freudenberger wins a door prize
Nichelle Nelson wins a door prize
Suzanne Taubert wins a door prize
Christy Cole wins a door prize
Nancy Anacker wins a door prize
Norma Burnley wins a door prize
Jo Ann Kilsby wins a door prize
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Capital Chapter Annual Symposium - Sept. 18/19, 2009
Capital Chapter banner
The Capital Chapter of AHDI proudly displays their banner at all of their events
AHDI President-Elect Barb Marques
Barb delivered the keynote message
Keynote speaker Barb Marques
Barb is currently President-Elect of AHDI and will be serving as President in 2010
Atendees listen to Barbara Rasmussen make announcements
Barbara is the current Capital Chapter President
Celia De la Cerda wins a door prize
Celia traveled from the Rio Grande Valley (a long way!)
Carmen Crawford wins a door prize
Elaine Olson wins a door prize
Jo Ann Kilsby sells raffle tickets
Jo Ann is currently the secretary of the Capital Chapter
Karen Webb, Linda Guillory, Pat Lang
Wynette Becker and Barbara Rasmussen
Wynette is the Capital Chapter treasurer and Barbara is the president
Laura Imani wins a door prize
Laura's company MedNotes served as a sponsor of the event. Thank you!
Ruth Christianson wins a door prize
Ruth is a student at Andrews School
Elena Padilla won a $30 gift card for L&M Bookstore
Elena traveled from San Antonio
Sister Alicia Whatley and Joyce Barton
Attendees check out BenchMark KB
Freida Goodman and Pam Ebbert
Attendees enjoyed catching up with old friends and making new friends
Attendees visit the L&M Bookstore exhibit
Bob Sarro of L&M Bookstore
Attendee Carmen Crawford visits with Colleen Saffron
Colleen Saffron of Operation Life Transformed served as an exhibitor
Sister Alicia Whatley and Marge Hulsey
Bob Sarro of L&M Bookstore helps attendees with their purchases
Attendees view BenchMark KB
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Susan Munoz wins a door prize
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Candace Pitchford checks out the door prizes
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Barbara Rasmussen - Capital Chapter president
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Lyndi Moon, Jennifer Dipboye, Freida Goodman
Attendees had an opportunity to contribute to the Power of 10 Campaign
The Capital Chapter MATCHED all attendee contributions and is sending a total of $376.00 to AHDI for the Power of 10 Campaign.
Barb Adler, speaker
Barb Adler delivered an engaging presentation titled "PHR - A Window of Opportunity"
Attendees listen to Barb Adler's presentation
Barb Adler, speaker
Barb Adler traveled from Oregon to serve as a speaker for our event
Attendees applaud the great speakers who shared their time and knowledge
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Dr Kancherla, speaker
Dr Kancherla specializes in physical medicine & rehabilitation
Lyndi, Jennifer, Freida, Donna
Lyndi Moon, Jennifer Dipboye, Freida Goodman, Donna Keller
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Eight new members joined the Capital Chapter during the event.
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Capital Chapter members
(L to R) Norma Burnley, Elaine Olson, Liz Harmeson, Gloria Hamiter, Maggie Martone
Jo Ann Kilsby and Suzanne Taubert visit during a break
Jo Ann and Suzanne are both long-time members of AAMT/AHDI
Capital Chapter members
The Capital Chapter continues to grow and prosper, with 8 new members joining at the symposium.
Capital Chapter members
Front row: Vanessa D, Shirley S, Emily G, Carmen C. Bobbie H; Back row: Pat I, Pat L, Marian J, Kathy M
Charter members Karen Webb & Gloria Hamiter
Karen and Gloria are original members of the Capital Chapter, chartered in 1983.
Karen Webb, Jo Ann Kilsby, and Kathy Muelker
Karen and Jo Ann handled the raffle ticket sales (a fundraiser for the Capital Chapter)
Debbie Bright-Chunn, AHDI Director and Board Partner for TX
Debbie traveled from Louisiana to serve as a speaker. She also demo'd BenchMark KB during breaks.
Speaker Richard Bryarly, M.D.
Dr. Bryarly specializes in ENT/Otolaryngology at the Austin Diagnostic Clinic
Dr Bryarly answers questions from attendees
Dr Bryarly, ENT/Otolaryngology at Austin Diagnostic Clinic
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Jennifer Dipboye, Freida Goodman, Candace Pitchford, Donna Keller
Kathy Muelker & Bobbie Hart
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Dee & Bob Sarro at the L&M Bookstore exhibit table
Bob Sarro has attended many AHDI events throughout Texas over the years and we appreciate his continued support!
Carrie Stein and Pat Ireland display their recently published book
The book is titled "The Dictated Word"
Several companies provided "promo" items for the attendees
Pens, catalogues, and other items were available
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Stephanie Schultz wins a door prize
The Capital Chapter was delighted to have an attendee from Florida!
SpeedType prize
Betsy Ertel donated a SpeedType Word Expander license for the event. Elvia Reyna was the lucky winner.
Shirley Swift draws some winning tickets for door prizes
Shirley Swift and Barbara Rasmussen
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Vanessa De La Rosa wins a door prize
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Bobbie Hart wins a door prize
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Dee and Bob Sarro
Bob Sarro has attended many Texas AHDI component events as a vendor for L&M Bookstore. Thanks Bob!
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Gulf Coast Chapter members with AHDI President-Elect Barb Marques
Beverly Curry wins a door prize
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Barbara introduces speaker Tom Twiss
Tom Twiss from AMBIS delivered an informative presentation on end-of-life planning, including advance directives and other medicolegal documents
Speaker Tom Twiss from AMBIS
Tom Twiss shared important information and distributed materials to assist with end-of-life planning and medicolegal issues
Kathy congratulates Barbara on winning the BenchMark KB raffle
We thank InterFix for donating the 1-year subscription to BenchMark KB!
Elvia Reyna wins the SpeedType raffle prize!
Thanks to Betsy Ertel for donating the prize!
Freida Goodman wins a Glimmer headset
Bobbie Hart wins a Glimmer headset
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Wynette Becker wins a Glimmer headset
Wynette is the current Capital Chapter treasurer and also a past president
Karen Webb wins a Glimmer headset
Karen is charter member of the Capital Chapter and a past president, too!
Liz Harmeson wins a Glimmer headset
Kathy Muelker and Liz Harmeson
Elvia Reyna wins the SpeedType raffle
Attendees listen to speaker Tom Twiss
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Thank you, Jack (Capital Chapter volunteer, AV & tech support)
Barbara Rasmussen presented Jack Kirtland with a thank-you card and gift on behalf of the Capital Chapter. Jack has been helping with our events for over 2 years.
As the symposium wraps up, attendees gather their materials
Michelle Skelton, Millie Stouffer, and Maggie Martone
Marge Hulsey and Kathie Anderson
Shirley Swift and Kathy Muelker
Julia Welch speaks at the welcome reception
Julia Welch spoke to attendees at the welcome reception
Julia was the first Capital Chapter President in 1983-84
Welcome Reception - Friday evening
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Julia Welch
Julia delivered an entertaining presentation on grammar, punctuation, and more!
Kathy Muelker & Kathy Bodge - Welcome reception
...and they both spell "Kathy" the same way!
Attendees enjoy the welcome reception
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Candace Pitchford, Paula Menchaca, Denice Moore
Kathie Anderson
The MTS clan
Liz, Christy, Debbie, Diana, Elaine
Debbie and Ronnie Chunn
Julia Welch, speaker - welcome reception
Julia Welch served as the first Capital Chapter president in 1983-84
Lyndi Moon and Jennifer Dipboye
Parice, Jerry, Cynthia
Parice Aziere, Jerry Shoemaker, Cynthia Alder
Pat Ireland, Diana Rezac, Suzanne Taubert
Ruth Christianson and Lori Shaw
Lori was the winner of a 1-year AHDI membership from Barb Marques
Attendees enjoy the reception
Stephanie, Nita, Marian
Stephanie Schultz (Florida), Nita Townsend, Marian Jones
Welcome reception
2009 AHDI Annual Convention & Expo (ACE) - Nashville
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Capital Chapter Mini Symposium - May 16, 2009 - Celebrating National MT Week
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Simulation Center in Temple - March 19, 2009
Attendees gather outside the Simulation Center prior to the tour
Left to right: Kathy Muelker, Mercy Fudell, Monica Crocker, Barbara Rasmussen, Brenda Stone, Bobbie Hart (Not pictured: Desiree Frieden - who took the picture!)
Getting ready for the tour
Desiree Frieden, Kathy Muelker, Mercy Fudell, Bobbie Hart, Barbara Rasmussen, Brenda Stone (not pictured: Monica Crocker, photographer!)
Center Director Neil Coker conducted the tour and provided interesting details about the unique facility
Neil points out the camera system on the ceiling
Neil shows the group how to assess the carotid pulses
Desiree Frieden checks the "patient's" toes
This female "patient" is used for labor and delivery exercises (she is indeed pregnant!)
Neil describes the reaslistic simulation features of the baby
Barbara observes Neil describing this Sim Man used for cardiopulmonary simulation
Multiple people can listen to the patient's heart sounds with these devices
The Simulation Center is designed like a mini hospital
The control room operators can watch, listen, and speak to the medical students as they are assessing the patient
The operator can also be the voice of the patient and answer questions, explain symptoms, etc.
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Kathy gets friendly with a skeleton
Operating room
Neil Coker explains how the operating room is used for anesthesiology training
Neil provides information on the simulated activities that can take place in the operating room
Barbara looks on as Neil describes how the surgical patient is utilized in simulation activities
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"Antique" hospital equipment is on display in the lobby of the simulation center
Old medical equipment is on display
Attendees also received a tour of the operational dental clinic which is part of the simulation center
Dental hygeine students provide services to the general public
Barbara Rasmussen presents Neil Coker with a gift card from the Capital Chapter in appreciation of the wonderful tour he provided
Attendees met at nearby Cracker Barrel after the tour
L to R: Bobbie Hart, Mercy Fudell, Desiree Frieden, Barbara Rasmussen, Brenda Stone
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Career Day in Killeen - March 13, 2009
Capital Chapter members Monica Crocker, Kathy Muelker, Marilyn Campbell
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organizers of the event - Army Community Service & Workforce Solutions of Central Texas
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An attendee enters her information on the AHDI Military Spouse database
Access to the AHDI website was available to participants
A laptop was available to allow participants to register directly on the AHDI website (military spouse database)
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Colleen is with Operation Life Transformed
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Kathy answers questions
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Colleen Saffron of Operation Life Transformed
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Colleen Saffron visits with attendees about OLT
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Colleen Saffron and Monica Crocker
Colleen represented Operation Life Transformed, a nonprofit organization that provides educational scholarships to military spouses and caregivers of wounded military personnel.
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Texas AHDI Annual Meeting - Feb 20-21, 2009
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Capital Chapter members attend TAHDI Annual Meeting in Houston
Not pictured: Christy Cole, Jo Ann Kilsby, Venita Durante, Gail Durante
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Capital Chapter Meeting - January 17, 2009
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Elaine Olson, Christy Webb, Emily Garcia Russell
Jack and John (AV/IT volunteers) with Barbara
Jack Kirtland (left) and John Evans work with Barbara to make sure the audiovisual equipment is ready.
President Barbara Rasmussen, CMT
President Barbara Rasmussen makes some announcements
Chapter Meeting
(L to R) Secretary Rachel Recher-Evans, Barbara, Kathy, Jan Willems
Chapter Meeting
President Barbara Rasmussen recognizes 2008 Member of the Year Kathy Muelker
2009 President Barbara Rasmussen and 2007/2008 president Kathy Muelker
Chapter Meeting
Barbara & Kathy
Chapter Meeting
Kathy presents Barbara with torch pin
Guest speaker Michelle D. Hamilton, Ph.D.
Michelle is the director of the Forensics Anthropoloy Center in San Marcos
Guest speaker Michelle D. Hamilton, Ph.D.
Kathy Muelker gives a demo of BenchMark KB
Kathy presents information about BenchMark KB
Barbara, Jack, and Jan Willems
Attendees
Attendees gather for a picture after the meeting
Just one more picture...
Attendees
Capital Chapter Meeting - November 15, 2008
Attendees
Front row: Norma Burnley, Gloria Hamiter, Marge Hulsey, Celina Crandal
Middle row: Jennifer Willie, Kathy Muelker, Wynette Becker, Barbara Rasmussen
Back row: Rachel Recher-Evans, Sister Alicia Whatley, Desiree Frieden, Monica Crocker, Paula Galloway, Deborah Brown
(not pictured - Maggie Martone)
Welcome new members! Deborah Brown, Paula Galloway, Desiree Frieden
Chatting prior to the meeting
Kathy, Rachel, Desiree (seated), Paula, Deborah (seated)
Paula Galloway & Deborah Brown
New members!
Getting ready... and enjoying coffee
Celina, Barbara, Jennifer, Maggie, Wynette
Kathy & Sister Alicia
Kathy presented a gift to member Sister Alicia Whatley in appreciation of her many years of dedication to medical transcription.
Kathy, Sister Alicia, Barbara
Dr. Patience Reading
Dr. Reading, our guest speaker, delivered a GREAT presentation on conversion disorder. Fascinating!
Gloria Hamiter
Gloria is a charter member of the Capital Chapter (since 1983) and has attended 22 consecutive national AHDI conventions (ACE)!
Neurologist Dr. Reading
Jennifer Willie, treasurer
Jennifer listens to Dr. Reading's presentation
Dr. Reading
Attendees
Attendees listen to neurologist Dr. Patience Reading speak about conversion disorder
Monica Crocker
Gotcha! :o) Monica is usually behind the camera taking GREAT pics of our meetings and events.
Kathy thanks Dr. Reading
Barbara & Kathy
Kathy thanks Barbara for serving as an officer in 2007 & 2008
Kathy
Conducting her last meeting as president (2007-2008)
Barbara recognizes Kathy's contributions to the Capital Chapter
The 2008 officers thank Kathy for serving as president
Kathy's husband Jack is recognized for his contributions and support
Barbara thanks Jack for his help with Capital Chapter activities over the past 2 years
Barbara presents thank-you gift to Kathy from 2008 officers
Kathy receives gift from 2008 officers
President-elect Barbara Rasmussen reviews updates to the chapter bylaws
Kathy thanks Barbara for serving as an officer in 2007 & 2008
Barbara Rasmussen, 2008 president-elect
Jennifer Willie receives a thank-you from Kathy for serving as treasurer in 2008
Rachel Recher-Evans is installed as secretary for 2009
Wynette Becker is installed as treasurer for 2009
Barbara Rasmussen is installed as president for 2009
Barbara installs Kathy as chapter rep for 2009
Installation ceremony
Congratulations, new officers!
Newly elected officers for 2009
2009 Officers
Kathy, Rachel, Wynette, Barbara
Your officers for 2009
Kathy - Chapter Rep; Rachel - Secretary; Wynette - Treasurer; Barbara - President
Drawing door prize winners!
Choosing a door prize
Everybody wins a door prize!
Lunch
After the meeting, several attendees enjoyed lunch together at Santa Rita Mexican restaurant
Smile !
(Monica makes sure to get a lot of pictures!)
Lunch
Gloria, Kathy, Paula, Deborah, Rachel & John, Desiree, Jennifer, Wynette, Barbara (Monica is taking the picture!)
Returning from lunch on a cool, windy day
Whose idea was it to walk? :o)
Getting exercise after lunch
Hey - it will be downhill on the way back! :o)
A "crisp" weather day
A windy but beautiful fall day in Austin
Attendees
Black & white looks good, too!
Career Day - Killeen - Nov. 18, 2008
Kathy, Monica, Rachel
Capital Chapter members participated in the Career Day in Killeen, representing the profession of medical transcription and AHDI
Kathy talks to interested attendees
Introducing the profession of medical transcription
Sharing information about a career that "moves with you"
Marie DeCindio and Kathy Muelker
Kathy give Marie some of the AHDI Military Spouse brochures. Marie is the Education Trainer for the Fort Hood ACS Employment Readiness Branch
Attendees are provided with handouts and brochures
Several attendees planned to pursue medical transcription as a career
Many attendees wanted to hear about medical transcription
Information, handouts, brochures... so much to learn about medical transcription!
We had sample reports and reference books available
Rachel and Kathy
Rachel brought medical reference books to show the attendees.
Kathy explains what medical transcriptionists do
Attendees were able to ask questions
Kathy refers to the AHDI brochure for military spouses
Career Day
It's not just typing...
AHDI participates in Career Day - Killeen/Fort Hood
Monica Crocker shows the certificate she received
Capital Chapter members were presented with a certificate, tote bag, and mug for participating in Career Day.
Attendees listen to Kathy describe what medical transcriptionists do
Colleen Saffron with Operation Life Transformed
Our friend and supporter, Colleen Saffron, participated in Career Day and told attendees about OLT's scholarship program
Yes - you can work from home!
Kathy and Rachel review the materials and handouts
Rachel and Kathy get ready to set up the materials
Capital Chapter Annual Symposium - Oct 3/4, 2008
Maggie Martone, Karen Webb, Jo Ann Kilsby
Past presidents of the Capital Chapter
Ron and Kathie Anderson
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Suzanne Taubert & Kathy Muelker
Welcome reception
Susan Munoz
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Welcome Reception refreshments
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Olga Gonzalez & Kathy Nelson
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Welcome Reception
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Teresa Tyler & her mom Linda
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Patti Hempen
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Welcome reception
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Pat Ireland and Nancy Anacker
Alamo Chapter members
Olga Gonzalez and PJ Posey
Suzanne Taubert - Alamo Chapter
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Jeanine Berrie & Charlotte Sebesta
Welcome reception
Marlene Schoenberg - Welcome reception
Marlene was a speaker at the symposium (Tips for Understanding ESL Dictators)
Kathy Bodge and PJ Posey
Welcome reception
Freida Goodman & Rachel Recher-Evans
Welcome reception
Terri Brown and Barbara Rasmussen
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Marlene Schoenberg and Christy Cole
Marlene was a guest speaker at the symposium.
Lori Shaw, Candace Pitchford, Vicky Yelton
Welcome reception
Kathie Anderson, Benell & Mike Tope
Welcome reception
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Kathy Nelson and Susan Munoz
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Cake made by Elaine Olson
Elaine made a yummy 25th anniversary cake for the welcome reception
Betty, Patti, Elaine
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Betty Honkonen speaks at the welcome reception
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Wynette Becker & Teresa Tyler
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Past Presidents of the Capital Chapter were honored
Welcome reception
What did Karen just say?!
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Candace Pitchford and Vicky Yelton, Gulf Coast Chapter officers
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Barbara Rasmussen, president-elect & Kathy Muelker, president
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Attendees at welcome reception
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First Capital Chapter president Julia Kinsey Welch with current president Kathy Muelker
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Kathy with Karen Webb, past president
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Past Capital Chapter president and current officer Marge Hulsey and Kathy Muelker, current president
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Welcome Reception
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still trying to recover from the giggles?
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Kathy Muelker and Jo Ann Kilsby, current secretary and past president
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Past presidents (after regaining their composure)
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Wynette Becker, Barbara Rasmussen, Christy Cole
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Kathy Muelker, Capital Chapter president
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Attendees complete evaluations
Annual Symposium
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Marice Ivey and Terrie Burkes (Millie Stouffer & Maggie Martone - foreground)
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Diana Sanchez and Venita Durante check out the door prizes
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Pam Ebbert listens to a presentation
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Speaker John Hays, M.D. of Austin Heart
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Pat Lang and Dr. John Hays
Pat Lang introduced speaker John Hays, M.D.
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Dr. Hays talks with attendees.jpg 2008-11-07
Barbara Rasmussen at the Capital Chapter fundraiser table
Past Presidents of the Capital Chapter
Wynette, Marge, Jo Ann, Selina, Karen, Maggie
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Christy, Patty, Elaine - MTS team.jpg 2008-11-07
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Carrie Keller
Annual Symposium
Barbara Rasmussen
President-elect of the Capital Chapter
Susan Munoz
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Christy Cole, Capital Chapter, and Olga Gonzalez, Rio Grande Valley Chapter
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Kathy Muelker
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Freida Goodman, TAHDI secretary and Gulf Coast Chapter member
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Lyndi Moon & Stephanie Karlik
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Kathy introduces speaker Ellen Drake
Speaker Ellen Drake
Ellen presented "Interpreting Difficult Dictation"
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Kathy & Ellen Drake F.jpg 2008-10-14
Jack - Capital Chapter volunteer extraordinaire (and AV guy)
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Speaker Marlene Schoenberg
Kathy thanks speaker Marlene Schoenberg (accent expert)
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Maggie Blassingame wins the Southwest Airlines round-trip pass!
Prize Winner
Ft. Hood MSI - October 3, 2008 (Killeen)
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ACE in Orlando - August 2008
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Kathy with attendees purchasing magnets.JPG 2008-08-08
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Barbara at the Capital Chapter exhibit table.JPG 2008-08-08
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Capital Chapter attendees at ACE 2008.jpg 2008-08-08
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Capital Chapter exhibit table.JPG 2008-08-07
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Jennifer dancing the night away at the 70s welcome reception.JPG 2008-08-06
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Kathy with Sara and Dee Burns.JPG 2008-08-06
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Betty speaking at the Bash.jpg 2008-08-09
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Ellen Drake receiving award from Harriet Stewart - ACE 2008.jpg 2008-08-09
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Jennifer & Kathy.jpg 2008-08-09
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Barbara and Jennifer at 30th Annivesary Bash - ACE 2008.jpg 2008-08-09
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Pat & Kathy - ACE 2008.jpg 2008-08-09
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Kathy & Jack.jpg 2008-08-09
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Kathy Muelker & Brenda Hurley - ACE 2008.jpg 2008-08-09
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Kathy Muelker and Nancy Anacker.jpg 2008-08-09
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Webmedx receiving award - ACE 2008.jpg 2008-08-09
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Kathy with Brit Beat band members.jpg 2008-08-09
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Thumbs up - Betty with Brit Beat.jpg 2008-08-09
Capital Chapter Meeting - April 19, 2008
Capital Chapter Meeting 04-19-08
Meeting attendees (Not pictured: Maggie Martone and photographer Monica Crocker)
Benell Tope and Elaine Olson
Marge receives plant
(front) Deanna Hart and Rachel Recher-Evans. Kathy presents Marge with plant.
Meeting attendees
Kathy, Sister Alicia, Wynette, Gloria
Dr. Koushik Shaw, urologist
Guest speaker Dr. Shaw explained how he performs urologic procedures using the da Vinci robot.
Hmmm... that is a great question
Dr. Shaw answered the excellent questions posed by meeting attendees.
Dr. Shaw
Dr. Shaw shows a video of a partial nephrectomy performed with the robot
Catching up
Sister Alicia Whatley and Wynette Becker visit during the meeting.
Capital Chapter 25th Anniversary
The engraved plate commemorating the Capital Chapter's 25th anniversary was on display (gift from Alamo Chapter)
Chapter members visit
Jo Ann Kilsby, Gloria Hamiter, and Marge Hulsey visit during a break.
Jennifer Willie & Kathy
Jennifer won the first door prize, the new edition of the Book of Style
Door prize winners
Benell Tope and Wynette Becker
Sister Alicia draws another name
Jo Ann Kilsby
Jo Ann is a door prize winner, too!
Deanna Hart (future MT!)
Special guest Deanna Hart was also a door prize winner
Attendees enjoy the meeting
Barbara Rasmussen, Sister Alicia Whatley, Wynette Becker, Gloria Hamiter
Elaine Olson
Another door prize winner!
Capital Chapter volunteer
Kathy's husband Jack reviews the contest entries to determine who had the most accurate guess.
Sharing a smile
Sister Alicia and Wynette
Contest winner Jo Ann Kilsby
Jo Ann Kilsby won the Texas cooler for her accurate guessing ability (she knows her keyboard keys well).
Meeting attendees
Not pictured were photographer Monica Crocker and Maggie Martone
Kathy and Marge catch up
Texas AHDI Annual Meeting - Feb 15-16, 2008
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