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Pima County Medical
Society Officers
Jerry Hutchinson, DO
Roy Loewenstein, MD
Kevin Moynahan, MD
Snehal Patel, DO
Wayne Peate, MD
Kenneth Sandock, MD
Sarah Sullivan, DO
Salvatore Tirrito, MD
Debra Townsend, MD
Fred Van Hook, MD
Scott Weiss, MD
Leslie Willingham, MD
Jaren Trost, MD (Resident)
Aditya Paliwal, MD (alt. resident)
Jared Brock (student)
President
Timothy C. Fagan, MD
President-Elect
Michael A. Dean, MD
Vice-President
Susan J. Kalota, MD
Secretary-Treasurer
Unfilled / Appointment
Past-President
Melissa D. Levine, MD
Members at Large
Charles Krone, MD
Clifford Martin, MD
Robert M. Aaronson, MD
R. Screven Farmer, MD
Board of Mediation
Thomas Griffin, MD
Evan Kligman, MD
George Makol, MD
Sheldon Marks, MD
Mark Mecikalski, MD
Delegates to AMA
Timothy C. Fagan, MD (alternate)
Gary R. Figge, MD
Michael F. Hamant, MD (alternate)
Thomas H. Hicks, MD
Arizona Medical
Association Officers
Michael F. Hamant, MD
Vice President
Thomas C. Rothe, MD
Outgoing Past President
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Inside
5 Dr. Timothy C. Fagan: An Update on the Arizona
Legislature Regarding Medical Issues
8 UA College of Medicine: Dr. Charles B. Cairns
Appointed Dean of UA College of Medcine Tucson.
9 BUMC News: Dr. Paul Gee and Dr. Ana Sanguineti on
Staff of New Geriatric Consultation Clinic at Banner
University Medical Center.
10 Grand Opening: The New Tucson Concussion Center
Opens Its Doors at 5199 East Farness Road.
12 Road Trip: Far West Ajo is an Easy Accessible GetAway that Combines the Beauty, History and
Adventure of the Sonoran Desert.
15 Makols Call: Hunger Pains are Not A Problem in
Todays Doctors Office.
16 In Memoriam: Remembering Dr. Brendan Phibbs.
18 Walk With A Doc: PCMS Members Help Patients Get
Moving In National Program.
20 Navajo Scholarships: UA College of Medicine Signs
Agreement to Establish Scholarship Fund to Help
Navajo Medical Students.
22 Educational Programs: Upcoming CME and medical
information events.
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The rationale for this legislation was that it would achieve savings
through consolidation and offer shelter against antitrust lawsuits.
A short time ago, the North Carolina Board of Dental Examiners
lost an antitrust lawsuit when non-dentists claimed the Board,
made up of a majority of dentists, was preventing them from
performing teeth-whitening services.
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BUMC News
anner University
Medicine recently
announced the April 1
opening of their new
Geriatric Consultation
Clinic.
The new clinic is located
in the Department of
Medicines Multispecialty
Outpatient Adult
Medicine Department,
1501 N. Campbell Ave.
According to clinic
physician Dr. Paul Gee,
services will include
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Grand Opening
alters the way the brain functions. Effects are usually temporary
but can include headaches and problems with concentration,
memory, balance, vision and coordination.
It was in 2005 that a little-known, 42-year-old, Nigerian-born
forensic pathologist and neuropathologist discovered and
published findings of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) by
examining American football players. His findings created an
investigative frenzy among media and put the National Football
League on defense. The league has now taken steps to increase
surveillance measures, including the placement of an
independent neurologist on the sideline for every game.
Long-time PCMS member Michael Hamant, MD, a family practice
and sports medicine physician, will serve as the centers medical
director. He will collaborate with the centers AT Navigator, Carisa
Raucci, PhD, in conducting baseline testing and supervise returnto-play protocols and testing for athletes while overseeing the
facilities integrated treatment team which includes a neurooptometrist, neuropsychologist, audiologist, vestibular and
physical therapists.
Its not the first concussion that is the biggest risk and danger.
Its the second concussion before the brain heals from the first
that is the greater risk, Hamant said.
Not every patient will need to see all members of the team, but
all will be involved in each evaluation, he explained. Once the
comprehensive workup is completed, patients receive an
individualized treatment plan.
Handmaker said close affiliations with local hospitals, physicians,
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Tucson Concussion Center
5199 E. Farness Drive, Ste. 101
Tucson, AZ 85712
Phone: 520-520-9200
www.tucsonconcussioncenter.com
Pima County Medical Society
5199 E. Farness Drive, Ste. 151
Tucson, AZ 85712
Phone: 520-795-7985
Fax: 520-323-9559
www.pimamedicalsociety.org
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Road Trip
After your Museum visit, you may return to Sells via BIA Route 19,
passing the tiny St.Catherine Mission Church, which was
completed in 1925 by Oodham villagers. Although not in pristine
condition, the church interior deserves a respectful peek to see
interesting statuary and native murals.
Once you are back in Sells, you may continue on AZ SR 86 for your
extended road trip to Ajo. Youll travel approximately 70 more
miles west through wilderness. There are stands of giant
saguaros and sparsely settled Oodham villages along the way.
The road will fork at the town of Why, and at the fork turn right to
Ajo headquarters for your look back into Arizona copper mining
glory days.
Arizona Copper Mining History
Before reaching the small town of Ajo, youll pass the open pit
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shop run by the ISDA. Around town, there are murals and art
walks, new age boutique and thrift stores, a home-made donut
shop and additional galleries you can get directions from the
Chamber or ISDA offices. There are historic Ajo buildings steps
away from the Plaza, and the beautiful starry skies afford more
photo opportunities above the local cathedral in the evenings.
If you are looking for a lunch spot youll also want to explore the
Ajo Golf Club (open through May; see Resource, below) and
airfield, which was part of the Army Air Corps prior to World War
II. Lunch in the historic clubhouse is delightful and the grounds
are interesting. Back in town, the 100 Estrella Restaurant has an
impressive assortment of craft beers and Kobe burgers treats (but
check the Facebook page for hours; see Resource, below).
Organ Pipe Opportunities
Beyond Ajos in-town or mining historic attractions, thousands
are drawn here for the camping, hiking, birding and nature
photography in nearby Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
and the Cabeza Prieta Wildlife Refuge. The immense stands of the
Organ Pipe cactus in the National Monument are beyond
compare, and the Cabeza Prieta Wildlife Refuge, a sanctuary for
endangered desert bighorn and Sonoran pronghorn, is
breathtaking.
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument (see Resource, below) is
about 30 miles south of Ajo, reached from a State Highway 85
turnoff back in Why, which would be your last stop for refueling
and for homey, local pancakes or tacos.
Organ Pipe is included in worldwide UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
system, and is a paradise of rare cactus whose enormous cacti
limbs form a canopy in the desert, reminiscent of their musical
instrument namesake. Their beautiful white funnel flowers
bloom in May and June. Check in at the Visitor Center for maps
and to see the schedule of ranger programs, guided hikes and
talks. Trails are plentiful and well maintained, and a 21-mile
graded, one-way dirt road allows cars to loop the tour at leisure.
The Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge (see Resource,
below) is the third largest refuge in the country. The Visitor
Center is open weekdays, with a friendly staff eager to let you
know whats happening on the Refuge and the Air Force Range.
All visitors must stop at the Refuge headquarters to acquire a free
permit, and be instructed about potential dangers of traversing
the harsh wilderness. Youll also be required to sign a disclaimer
for traveling limited portions of the Barry M. Goldwater Air Force
Range all perfect spots for capturing glimpses of scenic natural
wonders and well-preserved Native American and mining history.
Be aware: Occasionally the scenic roads are closed, especially
during the summer monsoon season.
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Just beyond each switchback in this rugged desert wilderness,
there are surprises of nature, arts, culture and history. Go take a
ride west along AZ SR 86, to discover these surprises and blend it
all into a memorable western adventure.
Monica Surfaro Spigelman is a Tucson writer who has traveled
throughout Arizona and the Southwest.
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Makols Call
In Memoriam
1987. The book was awarded the PEN West Award for Nonfiction
and was nominated for the Pulitzer Prize in non-fiction.
After the war, Phibbs completed his residency in internal
medicine at Presbyterian-Saint Lukes Hospital in Chicago and
earned a Master of Science degree in physiology.
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Pima County
Medical Foundation
Speakers Series
May 10:
Biphosponates and Fractures of
the Femur
Dr. Jennifer Schneider.
June 14:
Pain Management 2016
Dr. Ken Gossler.
Sept 13:
Balloon Dilation of the Sinuses,
The Only Constant in Life is Change
Dr. Steven Blatchford.
October 11:
Treatment of Thrombophlebitis
and other Vascular Problems
Dr. Christopher Compton.
November 16:
Radiology Ltd. to provide the topic
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