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2. HOSPITAL AND EVENT LOCATIONS
Welcome
Hospitals Rehab centers
Centegra Hospital–McHenry 21 Centegra Rehabilitation and Sports
4201 Medical Center Drive Medicine Clinic–Crystal Lake
Calendar code: 200 E. Congress Parkway
Centegra Hospital–Woodstock 22 Centegra Rehabilitation and Sports
WISCONSIN 3701 Doty Road Medicine Clinic–Huntley
47 ILLINOIS 173
Calendar code: 10450 Algonquin Road
173 Richmond
Centegra Specialty Hospital–
3 Woodstock 23 Centegra Rehabilitation and Sports
Medicine Clinic–McHenry
173 12
527 W. South St. 2507 N. Richmond Road
Calendar code:
Spring Grove 24 Centegra Rehabilitation and Sports
Future location of Centegra Hospital– Medicine Clinic–Woodstock
17
4 Huntley 3701 Doty Road
31 10350 Haligus Road
25 Centegra Cardiac Rehabilitation–
Spring Grove Rd
Woodstock
Richmond Rd
Richmond Rd
Fitness centers 3703 Doty Road
12 Centegra Health Bridge Fitness
5 Center–Crystal Lake 26 Centegra Cardiac Rehabilitation–
McHenry
47 200 Congress Parkway 4309 Medical Center Drive
Calendar code:
Wonder 31 Johnsburg Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center– 27 Centegra Neuro-Rehabilitation
Lake 6 Huntley Center–Crystal Lake
23 500 Coventry Lane
10450 Algonquin Road
Calendar code: Specialty services
Imaging services 28 Centegra Anticoagulation
120 Management Service–Huntley
7 Centegra Imaging Center–Huntley 10350 Haligus Road
14 120 10350 Haligus Road
McHenry Lakemoor Centegra Imaging Center– 29 Centegra Back and Spine Center–
120 8 Huntley
Crystal Lake 10350 Haligus Road
Woodstock 360 Station Drive
13 30 Centegra Clinical Laboratories–McHenry
14 3 26 33 36
Immediate care 213 N. Front St.
Centegra Immediate Care– 31 Centegra Clinical Laboratories–
38 39 9 Crystal Lake Crystal Lake Medical Arts
30 360 Station Drive 360 Station Drive, First Floor
Eastwood Rd
Eastwood Rd
31 Centegra Immediate Care–Huntley 32 Centegra Clinical Laboratories–
16
176 10 10350 Haligus Road Centegra Health Center–Huntley
18 15 10350 Haligus Road
24 25 34 Physician care
35 20 33 Centegra Diabetes Center–McHenry
176 37 41 14 11 Centegra Physician Care– 4309 Medical Center Drive, Suite B107
176 Crystal Lake
360 Station Drive, Third Floor 34 Centegra Diabetes Center–Woodstock
Crystal Lake 8 9 3701 Doty Road
12 Centegra Physician Care–Huntley Centegra Gavers Breast Center Division
Haligus Rd
Village of 5 11 31 10350 Haligus Road 35
Lakewood 27 of Centegra Hospital–McHenry
47 21 14 13 Centegra Physician Care–McHenry 360 N. Terra Cotta Road
Cary 4309 Medical Center Drive, Suites B202, Calendar code:
B305, B310
36 Centegra Heart Failure Center–McHenry
4 14 Centegra Physician Care– 4309 Medical Center Drive
McHenry West
Faith Way 6 7 4313 W. Crystal Lake Road, Suite D 37 Centegra Occupational Health–
Woodstock
Huntley10 12 22 Algonquin Rd 40 15 Centegra Physician Care–Neurology– 3703 Doty Road, Suite C
Crystal Lake
Main St 28 293242 Algonquin 750 E. Terra Cotta Road 38 Centegra Occupational Health–
McHenry
43
16 Centegra Physician Care–Obstetrics 4309 Medical Center Drive
Randall Rd
47 19
31 62 and Gynecology–Woodstock
90 3703 Doty Road, Suite 1 39 Centegra Sage Cancer Center–McHenry
4305 Medical Center Drive
17 Centegra Physician Care– Calendar code:
Spring Grove
1906 Holian Drive 40 Centegra Sleep Services–Algonquin
Location key for classes 1122 N. Main St.
Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center–Crystal Lake 18 Centegra Physician Care–
Woodstock 41 Centegra Sleep Services–Woodstock
Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center–Huntley 3707 Doty Road, Medical Office Building 2, 3701 Doty Road
Centegra Hospital–McHenry Suites C, D, E, G, H 42 Centegra Weight-Loss Surgery
Centegra Hospital–Woodstock Centegra Physician Care– Center–Huntley
Centegra Sage Cancer Center 19 10350 Haligus Road, Suite 220
Fox Valley–Algonquin
Centegra Specialty Hospital–Woodstock, South Street 1465 Commerce Drive 43 Centegra Wound & Hyperbaric Center
Centegra Wound and Hyperbaric Center–Huntley Centegra Physician Care– Division of Centegra Hospital–Huntley
Centegra Gavers Breast Center–Crystal Lake 20 Fox Valley– Crystal Lake 11650 S. Route 47
650 Dakota Street, Suite A Calendar code:
For details, go to centegra.org/locations.
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3. message to our
Contents community
HOW TO REGISTER.............................................. 7
AQUATICS ............................................................ 7–10
I
t’s that time of year again—we’re
resetting our clocks and springing
forward. We’re also springing forward at
FAMILY ................................................................. 12–14 Centegra Health System with new
imaging technology for breast health. Turn
COMMUNITY EVENTS the page to read how the Selenia
Dimensions digital tomosynthesis system
AND EDUCATION ............................................ 16–17 will improve the services we provide at the
FITNESS ................................................................. 19–20 Centegra Gavers Breast Center.
If you’re wondering how to spend your extra daylight hour, you
MIND AND BODY ...................................................... 21 might consider swimming. The May opening of Centegra Health
Bridge Fitness Center pools is right around the corner. While you
CENTEGRA WEIGHT-LOSS wait, you can read about Lara McLennan, who describes on page
INSTITUTE......................................................................... 22 6 how years of swimming lessons at the Fitness Center helped her
son Caden overcome sensory challenges. Then check the aquatics
SCREENINGS ................................................................. 23 calendar that starts on page 7. There’s sure to be a great class at
the perfect time for you.
CARING AND SUPPORT................................... 24–25 Now if you’re struggling with the time change and your sleep
TENNIS ........................................................................... 26–27 patterns need attention, don’t miss our page 15 story on Centegra’s
sleep services. It might inspire a life-changing conversation with
your doctor about sleep apnea and its many side effects.
In the meantime, be healthy—and enjoy the extra hour of
CENTEGRA PHYSICIAN CARE daylight.
Try our microsite! Sincerely,
Michael S. Eesley
Connecting with your perfect doctor just got even easier. Chief Executive Officer
Centegra Health System has launched a separate website —
CentegraPhysicianCare.org— that puts you in touch with the doctors
and services of Centegra Physician Care (CPC).
HOW TO REACH US
Looking for a physician who meets your needs? With its special
focus on CPC, this new web tool is perfect for researching dozens of
w Call the Centegra Referral Line (24 hours a day):
physicians from multiple specialty areas—as varied as neurology and 877-CENTEGRA (236-8347).
w Visit centegra.org.
gynecology.
w Find us at facebook.com/CentegraHealthSystem.
Want directions to a clinic near you? Need to make an
w Follow us at twitter.com/CentegraNews.
appointment? Done! The site looks great on your mobile device,
which makes it easy to use on the go. SEND US YOUR FEEDBACK
A sample of what else you can do:
w Check out physician blogs and videos. What do you think about HealthToday—Centegra
w View physician bios and photos. Health System’s calendar and magazine? Your
w Explore the many specialty services CPC provides. comments can help us better serve you and the
w Pay a bill. community. Visit centegra.org/feedback today to
share your thoughts or ask a question.
VISIT CentegraPhysicianCare.org for more CENTEGRA MCHENRY COUNTY
information—or simply scan this BEHAVIORAL CRISIS SERVICES
code to view the new Centegra HEALTH SERVICES 800-892-8900
Physician Care website on your 800-765-9999 mchenry-crisis.org
Call for urgent mental Call for a referral or
smartphone.
health assessments. immediate assistance.
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4. prevent the need for women to return for
additional images or tests, which lessens their
anxiety.”
An added benefit of tomosynthesis is that it
CENTEGRA may help radiologists detect cancers even earlier
HEALTH SYSTEM because they can view images individually.
Revolutionary THANKS TO THE FOUNDATION
The purchase of the Selenia Dimensions digital
3-D imaging tomosynthesis system was made possible by
many community donations to the Centegra
Health System Foundation, especially a
technology generous $120,000 gift from the Centegra
Hospital–Woodstock Auxiliary. The system will
be used at the Centegra Gavers Breast Center in
W omenhave access to state-of-the-art
soon
in the northwest suburbs will breast structures without the confusion of
overlapping tissue. This is especially helpful
Crystal Lake and will take 3-D images as well as
traditional mammography scans simultaneously.
3-D breast imaging through the Centegra when we examine mammograms of women “We are delighted to bring this new
Gavers Breast Center. Centegra Health with dense breasts or breast implants.” technology to the women of our region,”
System will be the first healthcare provider in says John Heinrich, Director of Diagnostic and
the region to offer tomosynthesis, a SLICES OF LIFE Oncology Services at Centegra Health System.
revolutionary imaging technology. With tomosynthesis, multiple images are “Our highly skilled team of radiologists and
“To patients, tomosynthesis seems very taken at different angles and used to produce experienced technicians is receiving special
similar to a two-dimensional mammogram, a series of slices no thicker than 1 millimeter. training to utilize the new equipment to the
except the x-ray machine moves in a slow They can be viewed as a 3-D reconstruction of fullest extent of its capabilities.”
arc during the exam,” says Elissa Brebach, the breast. Radiologists can then scroll through Dr. Brebach says that, in time and as the
MD, a board-certified the layers of the breast image to view the technology becomes more widespread, she
radiologist and Section mammogram in a way never possible before. believes that tomosynthesis will become the
Chief of Mammography at “We can look behind and beside structures gold standard for mammography.
the Centegra Gavers Breast to find cancers that were undetectable on “Three-dimensional images help us get
Center. “To a specially traditional mammograms,” Dr. Brebach says. a better look at breast abnormalities,” Dr.
trained, board-certified “Tomosynthesis also helps us closely view Brebach says. “This will help us provide the
radiologist, however, the normal tissues that overlap in a way that most comprehensive breast care available in
Elissa Brebach, images help identify and may look suspicious on two-dimensional the region, and we are so proud to bring this
MD characterize individual mammograms. The 3-D images can help imaging to our patients.”
Medical Nutrition Therapy
Centegra Health System now offers Medical in Crystal Lake. Physician referral is
Nutrition Therapy (MNT) to promote weight required for MNT.
loss and improve health issues, including Medicare covers up to 100 percent
prediabetes, diabetes, heart disease and high of 22 visits with the dietitian in a
blood pressure. 12-month period, including:
MNT includes a review of your eating w One face-to-face visit with a
plans, a thorough review of your nutritional registered dietitian every week for the first Medical Nutrition Therapy is also
health and a treatment plan that is easy to month covered by some insurance providers. If
understand. MNT is provided by a registered w One face-to-face visit every other week for you are interested in MNT, check with your
dietitian. months 2 to 6 insurance provider to see if it is covered
This service is available at Centegra w One face-to-face visit every month for under your plan.
Physician Care–Woodstock, Crystal Lake months 7 to 12, provided the beneficiary
Medical Arts, Centegra Physician Care–Huntley meets the weight-loss requirement during For more information on
and Centegra Physician Care–Fox Valley the first six months MNT, call 877-CENTEGRA.
“It is impossible to go through life without trust;
that is to be imprisoned in the worst cell of all, oneself.”
4 CentegraHealthSystem
HealthSystem —Graham Greene (1904–1991), British novelist and screenwriter

5. How’s your vascular health
IQ? Take a quick quiz at
gethealthy.centegra.org.
A success story
SCREENING AT CENTEGRA LEADS TO EARLY CANCER CATCH
L isa Doherty gets a checkup every
year, and her results have always
potential cardiovascular problems:
Ultrasound of the carotid artery: This
According to Dr. Bugno, Doherty’s case
demonstrates the skills of Centegra’s
been fine. Because she knew that circulation can detect plaque buildup, which is a major vascular screening professionals. “It shows
problems ran in her family, she also took risk factor for stroke. attention to detail and a keen eye for looking
advantage of Centegra’s vascular screening Ankle-brachial index (ABI): This quick beyond the obvious,” he says.
program—and those results were good too. test compares the blood pressure in your
They showed a low risk for heart disease legs to that in your arms. It can be used to TAKING ACTION
and stroke. However, interpretation of her diagnose peripheral artery disease, which Doherty’s story is a good example of
neck study turned up a finding unrelated to usually affects the blood flow in the legs. assessing one’s unique risks and seeking
Doherty’s cardiovascular risks. Heart rhythm EKG: This can find available screening programs that can give
“The ultrasound screening of my neck an abnormal heart rate and rhythm a head start at staying better. According to
showed nodules in my thyroid,” Doherty irregularities, such as atrial fibrillation, Dr. Bugno, “prevention is king.” That can
says. “I had no symptoms, so there’s no which can predispose one to stroke. also include lifestyle modifications such as
telling when it would have been found Ultrasound of the abdominal aorta: weight loss, smoking cessation, exercise,
otherwise.” Images can reveal the size of the abdominal stress reduction and nutrition. Because
Doherty was fortunate. Though her aorta, which can assess for the possibility of we don’t know all the contributing factors,
thyroid nodules proved to be cancer, an aneurysm and, if it’s significant, lead to problems can still emerge. However, timely
effective treatment was immediately started: effective treatment in time. periodic screenings can detect problems
surgical removal of the thyroid followed BMI (body mass index): This early. Together, these two—prevention
by radioactive iodine treatment. She is calculation of height and weight can indicate and early detection—offer the best path to
expected to make a full recovery and live a stored body fat, which can relate to risks for optimal health and wellness.
normal life. heart disease, diabetes and other chronic
Early detection is the principle behind disorders. MAKE THE CALL
health screenings, and according to Pulse and blood pressure: These Vascular screenings are performed at a
Terrence Bugno, MD, a radiation oncologist numbers add to the calculation of your number of locations, including Centegra
at Centegra’s Sage Cancer Center, it holds cardiovascular risks. Hospital–Woodstock, Centegra Hospital–
up for cardiovascular conditions as well You will receive preliminary results right McHenry and Centegra Health Bridge
as cancer. “Screenings can find problems away, and a detailed report will be sent to Fitness Center–Huntley. Centegra also offers
before symptoms arise,” Dr. Bugno says. you within a week. more advanced cardiac screening studies,
“That leads to earlier treatment—and Reports can be made available to your including a heart calcium score screening
hopefully the best outcome.” primary healthcare provider. These tests are test for coronary artery disease and even a
quick, easy and noninvasive, Doherty says. She CT-scan-based noninvasive angiogram.
SCREENING AT CENTEGRA has high praise for the staff who administers
Even people with no obvious risk factors them. “I’m so thankful to the person who For the screening
can benefit from Centegra’s vascular took the time to investigate something they schedule or to make an appointment,
screening. These tests will help detect weren’t screening for,” she says. call 877-CENTEGRA.
Visit centegra.org/screenings.
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6. Swimming at
Centegra
More than just
fun in the water
S oon it will be summertime, when the
sun shines, the pavement heats up,
lessons with
instructor Erin
and the water is cool and inviting—though Smith, who is a Water
not everyone can jump in. Those who don’t Safety Instructor and a
know how to swim may find themselves Certified Personal Trainer,
stranded on the sand. gave him that opportunity
Fortunately, that can change thanks to without having to compete with
the award-winning swim classes at Centegra anyone else. Later, he took semi-private
Health Bridge Fitness Centers. Our certified lessons with his younger brother, Colton.
instructors have helped non-swimmers of all “Caden definitely accelerated his learning advanced strokes, such as the breaststroke,
ages and skill levels, and they can help you. and skills in the private class,” McLennan butterfly and sidestroke.
says. “Swimming has helped him build Other classes include lifeguard
ENTER CADEN confidence. Now they have so much fun in certification, scuba diving, adult swim
Caden McLennan, age 9, has been taking the pool, and I don’t have to worry as much classes and arthritis water exercise courses.
weekly swim lessons at Health Bridge since about their safety.”
he was a baby. OUR FACILITIES
“In the summer, we’re around a lot of NOT JUST FOR KIDS Classes are offered year-round at the
swimming pools and spend time at a home by The Aquatic Centers at both Crystal Lake Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Centers in
a lake, so it was important that my sons knew and Huntley offer a variety of lessons, Crystal Lake and Huntley. Features include:
how to swim,” says his mom, Lara McLennan. depending on the needs of the student. w Warm water therapy pools
Water safety was McLennan’s first Classes include: w Lap lanes
concern, but the unique experience of Parent/Tot (beginner and advanced)— w Zero-depth pools and play features for
swimming also suited the special needs of helps kids 6 months to 3 years old feel children
Caden, who had sensory issues and still comfortable around water. w Whirlpools and spa pools
deals with some processing problems. Preschool—helps 3- to 4-year-olds get w Swimming teachers who are certified to
“Basically, he has a processing delay,” comfortable floating and going underwater be lifeguards
McLennan explains. “It interferes with his with classes at three skill levels.
coordination. That means it’s harder for him Levels 1 to 3—help kids ages 5 and older Class schedules begin
to enjoy certain activities, like participating progress from floating to kicking and front on the facing page. You may also
in sports that involve a ball.” crawl. visit healthbridgefitness.com to take
Swimming is a great way for Caden to Levels 4 to 6—help students ages 5 advantage of monthly specials. Under
exercise and improve on his own. Private and older build endurance and learn more “Programs,” choose “Aquatics.”
“If you want to learn to swim, jump into the water.
On dry land, no frame of mind is ever going to help you.”
6 CentegraHealthSystem
HealthSystem —Bruce Lee (1940–1973), Chinese-American martial artist, actor and filmmaker

7. Calendar
• Starting M, Apr 22 (Session 3), Jun 24
Aquatics (Session 4): Members only
• Starting Sa, Apr 27 (Session 3), Jun 29 Register
(Session 4): Community currently in group
lessons
• Starting M, Apr 29 (Session 3), Jul 1
for classes
Membership is not required to enjoy a
(Session 4): open registration for all
CHILDREN’S SWIM LESSONS Fee: Register early to receive early-bird rates!
class at Centegra Health Bridge Fitness
• On or before May 4 (Session 3), Jul 6 (Session 4): Centers or any of our Centegra Health
Our experienced Water Safety Instructors are $55 Member, $65 Community (Level Parent/Tot System programs. Participants must
trained by the American Red Cross to work to Level 3); $75 Member, $85 Community register 24 hours in advance and have
with children of all ages. Call 815-444-2900 to (Level 4 to Level 6) a waiver signed prior to the beginning
register. • Standard fee: $65 Member, $75 Community of a class. Prices are per person unless
Zero Depth and Leisure Pool, (Level Parent/Tot to Level 3); $85 Member, otherwise noted. To register, call the
Therapy Pool, Lap Pool $95 Community (Level 4 to Level 6) number listed with the class.
Seven-Week Sessions
Various days and times available; check AQUATICS FOR KIDS CENTEGRA HEALTH BRIDGE
our website.
• Session 3 Endurance Swim for Children FITNESS CENTER
Date Day, Time For children who have been or are on a swim Hours:
May 5–Jun 24* Varies team to refine or practice competitive strokes. w Crystal Lake: Monday through Friday,
*No class May 26, 27 Participants must be able to swim 25-plus yards 5am to 10pm; Saturday and Sunday,
• Session 4 continuously and know all four competitive 6am to 7pm
Date Day, Time strokes: freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and w Huntley: Monday through Friday, 5am
Jul 7–Aug 24 Varies butterfly. Ages 9 and up. For registration dates,
to 11pm; Saturday, 6am to 10pm;
Registration: First priority given to walk-in see “Seven-Week Sessions” at left. Call
Sunday, 6am to 9pm
registrants, second priority given to online 815-444-2900 to register.
• Session 3 Phone: 815-444-2900
registrants (when available), third priority given
to phone registrants Date Day, Time On the web: healthbridgefitness.com
May 6-Jun 24* Varies
*No class May 26, 27
Location key for classes • Session 4
Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center–Crystal Lake Date Day, Time
Jul 8–Aug 24 Varies Lap Pool
Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center–Huntley Day, Date, Time
Centegra Hospital–McHenry Lap Pool
M, Tu, W, Sa, various times
Centegra Hospital–Woodstock Day Date Time
Centegra Sage Cancer Center
• Early-bird fee (on or before May 4 [Session 3],
M May 6–Jun 24* 4:30–5:15pm
Centegra Specialty Hospital–Woodstock, South Street Jul 6 [Session 4]): $55 Member, $78 Community
W May 8–Jun 19 5–5:45pm
Centegra Wound and Hyperbaric Center–Huntley • Standard fee: $65 Member, $88 Community
Centegra Gavers Breast Center–Crystal Lake
Visit centegra.org/classes-events.
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8. Fitness Swimming for Kids Summer Swim Intensive Sessions
For swimmers ages 13 and younger who have Great for families with vacation and busy
completed Red Cross Level 3. Participant must schedules. Each two-week (Monday through
be able to swim 25 yards continuously. For Thursday) session consists of eight lessons. Call
registration dates, see “Seven-Week Sessions” 815-444-2900 to register.
on page 7. Call 815-444-2900 to register. Registration dates:
Lap Pool • M, Apr 22: Members only
• Session 3 • Sa, Apr 27: Community currently in group
Day Date Time lessons
Sa May 11–Jun 22* 2–2:45pm • M, Apr 29: Open for all
• Early-bird fee (on or before May 4 [Session 3],
Jul 6 [Session 4]): $55 Member, $78 Community Day Date Time
• Standard fee: $65 Member, $88 Community M–Th Jun 10–20 9–Noon
• Session 4 M–Th Jul 8–18 9–Noon
Day Date Time M–Th Jul 22–Aug 1 9–Noon
Sa Jul 13–Aug 24 2–2:45pm
• Early-bird fee (on or before May 4 [Session 3], M–Th Aug 5–16 9–Noon
AQUATICS FOR ADULTS
Jul 6 [Session 4]): $55 Member, $78 Community
Adult Beginner Swim Lessons
• Standard fee: $65 Member, $88 Community M–Th Aug 19–29 9–Noon Focus on the basics. Our experienced Water
Fee: $75 Member, $85 Community (Level Parent/ Safety Instructors are trained by the American
Home School PE Swimming Tot to Level 3); $95 Member, $105 Community Red Cross. For registration dates, see “Seven-
The first 30 minutes of class focuses on structured (Level 4 to Level 6) Week Sessions” on page 7. Call 815-444-2900 to
swim skills based on the child’s current ability and
register.
is followed by 15 minutes of free play in the pool. Swim Consultant—Private Lessons
Ages 2 to 16. For registration dates, see “Seven- Our Tier 4 Instructor will provide lessons for • Session 3
Week Sessions” on page 7. Call 815-444-2900 competitive swimmers looking to improve their Day Date Time
to register. technique and drop their race times. All four M May 6–Jun 24* 2–2:45pm
Leisure Pool strokes, starts and turns are areas of focus. Ages *No class May 27
• Session 3 9 and up. Call Concierge at 815-444-2900 for • Session 4
Day Date Time packages and prices. Day Date Time
M May 6–Jun 24* 3:15–4pm
M Jul 8–Aug 19 2–2:45pm
Th May 9–Jun 20 3:15–4pm Swim Team Prep
• Early-bird fee (on or before May 4 [Session 3],
*No class May 27 For swimmers 9 and older who have been or
Jul 6 [Session 4]): $55 Member, $83 Community
• Early-bird fee (on or before May 4 [Session 3], are on a swim team. Participants must be able
• Standard fee: $65 Member, $93 Community
Jul 6 [Session 4]): $60 Member, $90 Community to swim 25 yards continuously and know all
• Standard fee: $70 Member, $100 Community four competitive strokes: freestyle, backstroke,
• Session 4 breaststroke and butterfly. For registration dates, Fitness Swimming for Adults (ARC),
Day Date Time see “Seven-Week Sessions” on page 7. Call formerly Aqua Boot Camp
815-444-2900 to register. Participants 16 years and older will get a great
M Jul 8–Aug 19 3:15–4pm
60-minute workout in the water, using their
Th Jul 11–Aug 22 3:15–4pm Lap Pool
own body weight, resistance and weights. Call
• Early-bird fee (on or before May 4 [Session 3], Day, Date Time
815-444-2900 to register.
Jul 6 [Session 4]): $60 Member, $90 Community Tu, Th, Sa Various times
• Standard fee: $70 Member, $100 Community • Early-bird fee (on or before May 4 [Session 3], Lap/Leisure Pools
Jul 6 [Session 4]): $65 Member, $93 Community Day Date Time
• Standard fee: $75 Member, $100 Community Tu May 7–Jun 18 10–11am
F May 10–Jun 21 1:30–2:30pm
Lap Pool
Fee: $50 Member, $75 Community
Day, Date Time
M, Tu, W, Sa Various times
• Early-bird fee (on or before May 4 [Session 3],
Hydro Pilates
All the benefits of Pilates in our 86-degree pool!
Jul 6 [Session 4]): $65 Member, $93 Community
Location key for classes • Standard fee: $75 Member, $100 Community
Please call Concierge at 815-444-2900 to register.
Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center–Crystal Lake Leisure Pool
Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center–Huntley Day Date Time
Centegra Hospital–McHenry Tu,Th Apr 30–Jun 6 9:30–10:30am
Centegra Hospital–Woodstock Tu,Th Jun 11–Jul 18* Noon–1pm
Centegra Sage Cancer Center *No class Jul 4
Centegra Specialty Hospital–Woodstock, South Street
Fee: $108 Member, $162 Community
Centegra Wound and Hyperbaric Center–Huntley
($99 member, $148.50 Community for Jun 11–
Centegra Gavers Breast Center–Crystal Lake
Jul 18 session)
“Water is the driving force in nature.”
—Leonardo da Vinci (1452–1519),
8 CentegraHealthSystem Italian painter, sculptor, architect and scientist

9. Lifeguard Certification Class Water Ai Chi Therapy Pool
Must be able to swim 300 yards according to Based on ai chi, a water therapy program created Day Date Time
American Red Cross guidelines and retrieve a in Japan and blended with tai chi forms and F Apr 5–May 24 Noon–1pm
10-pound brick the first day of class. Participants exercises specifically adapted to the water. Call F May 31–Jul 19 Noon–1pm
must be ages 15 and up. Must attend all class 815-444-2900 or see Concierge to register. F Jul 26–Sep 27* Noon–1pm
days and times. Call 815-444-2900 to register. Therapy Pool *No class Aug 18–30
Conference Room, Lap Pool Day Date Time Fee: $16 Member, $32 Community
• Precourse for Class One M Apr 15–May 6 1–2pm Day Date Time
Day Date Time M May 13–Jun 10* 1–2pm M,W Apr 1–May 22 Noon–1pm
Sa May 11 8am M Jun 17–Jul 8 1–2pm M,W Apr 1–May 22 6:30–7:30pm
• Class One M Jul 15–Aug 5 1–2pm M,W May 27–Jul 17* Noon–1pm
Day Date Time *No class May 27 M,W May 27–Jul 17* 6:30–7:30pm
Sa May 11–Jun 1 8am–2pm Fee: $35 Member, $50 Community M,W Jul 22–Sep 25* Noon–1pm
Fee: $250 Member, $280 Community Therapy Pool M,W Jul 22–Sep 25* 6:30–7:30pm
• Precourse for Class Two Day Date Time Tu,Th Apr 2–May 23 9:45–10:45am
Day Date Time W Apr 10–May 8* 1–2pm Tu,Th Apr 2–May 23 11am–Noon
Sa Jun 15 8am Th Apr 11–May 9* 7:15–8:15pm Tu,Th Apr 2–May 23 Noon–1pm
• Class Two W May 15–Jun 5 1–2pm Tu,Th May 28–Jul 18* 9:45–10:45am
Day Date Time Th May 16–Jun 6 7:15–8:15pm Tu,Th May 28–Jul 18* 11am–Noon
Sa Jun 15–Jul 13 8am–2pm W Jun 12–Jul 3 12:30–1:30pm Tu,Th May 28–Jul 18* Noon–1pm
Fee: $250 Member, $280 Community Th Jun 13–Jul 4* 7:15–8:15pm Tu,Th Jul 23–Sep 26* 9:45–10:45am
W Jul 10–Jul 31 12:30–1:30pm Tu,Th Jul 23–Sep 26* 11am–Noon
Lifeguard CPR Th Jul 11–Aug 1 7:15–8:15pm Tu,Th Jul 23–Sep 26* Noon–1pm
Recertification Class *No class May 1, 2, Jul 4 (prorated session) Fee: $32 Member, $64 Community
Must be currently lifeguard-certified. Must have Fee: $35 Member, $50 Community *No class May 27, Jul 4, Aug 18–30, Sep 2. Fee
been recently certified in CPR or have certification Fee (Jun 13–Jul 4 only): $26.25 Member, $37.50 for these sessions: $30 Members, $60 Community
that will expire soon. You will be recertified in Community Day Date Time
American Red Cross CPR/AED for Lifeguarding. M,W,F Apr 1–May 24 8:30–9:30am
Please call Concierge at 815-444-2900 for dates Water Safety Instructor M,W,F Apr 1–May 24 9:45–10:45am
and times and to register. Certification Class M,W,F Apr 1–May 24 11am–Noon
Leisure/Lap Pools Students will learn how to conduct training M,W,F May 27–Jul 18* 8:30–9:30am
Fee: $30 Member, $45 Community sessions and evaluate participants’ progress. M,W,F May 27–Jul 18* 9:45–10:45am
Ages 16 and up. Students must be able to swim M,W,F May 27–Jul 18* 11am–Noon
Lifeguard Instructor the precourse, including front crawl, back crawl, M,W,F Jul 22–Sep 27* 8:30–9:30am
Certification Class butterfly, breaststroke, elementary backstroke M,W,F Jul 22–Sep 27* 9:45–10:45am
Learn the skills needed to teach the Lifeguard and sidestroke. Registration begins April 1. M,W,F Jul 22–Sep 27* 11am–Noon
Instructor Course. Must be able to pass the Call 815-444-2900 to register. Fee: $48 Member, $96 Community
precourse according to American Red Cross Conference Room, Lap Pool *No class May 27, Jul 4, Aug 18–30, Sep 2. Fee
guidelines the first night of class. Participants • Precourse for these sessions: $46 Members, $92 Community
must be 17 and older. Must attend all class days Day Date Time Therapy Pool
and times and bring LG manual and own pocket Tu Apr 9 7–9pm Day Date Time
mask. Please call Concierge at 815-444-2900 for • Class M,W Apr 1–May 22 11am–Noon
dates and times and to register. Day Date Time M,W May 27–Jul 17* 11am–Noon
Tu Apr 9–30 7–9pm M,W Jul 22–Sep 25* 11am–Noon
Fee: $325 Member, $350 Community (includes Su Apr 14–May 5 2:30–9pm Tu,Th Apr 2–May 23 10:30–11:30am
books for LGI and instruction) Fee: $250 Member, $275 Community Tu,Th May 28–Jul 18* 10:30–11:30am
Tu,Th Jul 23–Sep 26* 10:30–11:30am
Lifeguard Prep Class Fee: $32 Member, $64 Community
Participants will learn the precourse for the MEDICALLY INTEGRATED *No class May 27, Jul 4, Aug 4–16, Sep 2.
Lifeguard class and will have the opportunity AQUATICS Fee for these sessions: $30 Members,
to perform these skills as well as some of the $60 Community
skills learned in the Lifeguard class. Please call Arthritis Water Exercise 1
Concierge at 815-444-2900 for dates and times Group warm water exercise classes focus on
and to register. progressive improvement of strength, endurance
and range of motion. Enjoy exercising in our
Fee: $55 Member, $65 Community comfortable, supportive environment. Physician
release required before class registration. Call
815-444-2900.
Visit centegra.org/classes-events.
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10. Healing Waters PRIVATE AND
Ideal for pain management, transitioning from
physical therapy to independent or group SEMI-PRIVATE
exercise, and building strength and endurance SWIM LESSONS
before and after surgery, as well as for those with
special needs. Ages 14 and up. Physician release Looking for a one-on-one swim lesson? Our
required before registration. Call Concierge at American Red Cross-certified Swim Instructors
815-444-2900 to set up a time and for more can provide you or your child with personalized
information. attention, focusing on the skills you or your child
needs. Do you have two or more children within
a close range of skills that need individualized
Low-Back Water Exercise attention? Whether you’re a beginner or
Got back pain? Learn about correct posture advanced swimmer, our private or semi-private
and how to strengthen and stretch the muscles swim lessons will help you achieve your goals.
If you have arthritis, consider responsible for stabilizing the spine. Led by a Call 815-444-2900 to register.
getting in the swim with Physical Therapist, the first class is a lecture, Zero Depth and Leisure Pool,
arthritis water exercise and the rest are in the therapy pool. Physician Therapy Pool and Lap Pool
release required before registration. Call
classes. Read more at 815-444-2900 or visit Concierge to register. Private Swim Lessons
gethealthy.centegra.org. Conference Room (first night), Swim Instructor Level
Therapy Pool Y Five 30-minute lessons
Day Date Time $110 Member, $130 Community
Th May 23–Jul 18* 6–7pm Y Ten 30-minute lessons
Fee: $40 Member, $60 Community $190 Member, $220 Community
Arthritis Water Exercise 2 *No class Jul 4 Senior Swim Instructor Level
A higher-intensity workout with more Y Five 30-minute lessons
conditioning and endurance. Strengthen core and Multiple Sclerosis Water Exercise $125 Member, $145 Community
posture muscles, and increase your flexibility. Learn to increase your range of motion, stabilize Y Ten 30-minute lessons
Physician release required. Call 815-444-2900 your balance and build your strength. Physician $210 Member, $235 Community
or stop by Concierge to register. release required before registration. Call
815-444-2900 or visit Concierge to register. Semi-Private Swim Lessons
Lap Pool
Day Date Time Lap Pool Swim Instructor Level
Tu,Th Apr 2–May 23 9:45–10:45am Day Date Time Y Five 30-minute lessons
Tu,Th May 28–Jul 18* 9:45–10:45am W,F Apr 3–May 24 10–10:45am $85 Member, $100 Community
Tu,Th Jul 23–Sep 26* 9:45–10:45am W,F May 29–Jul 19 10–10:45am Y Ten 30-minute lessons
Fee: $32 Member, $64 Community W, F Jul 24–Sep 27* 10–10:45am $160 Member, $190 Community
*No class Jul 4, Aug 18–30. Fee for May 28–Jul 18 *No class Aug 18–30
Senior Swim Instructor Level
session: $30 Members, $60 Community Fee: $20 Member, $60 Community
Y Five 30-minute lessons
Leisure Pool $95 Member, $105 Community
Day Date Time Y Ten 30-minute lessons
M,W Apr 1–May 22 10–11am $180 Member, $200 Community
M,W May 27–Jul 17* 10–11am
M, W Jul 22–Sep 25* 10–11am
Fee: $32 Member, $64 Community Facility Rentals
*No class May 27, Aug 4–16, Sep 2. Fee for this Rent Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center for
session: $30 Members, $60 Community. Class your next event! Different party packages and
time Jun 10–Aug 28: Noon–1pm. times are available based on your choices.
Call Angela Bianco at 847-802-7029 or email
abianco@healthbridgefitness.com.
Location key for classes
Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center–Crystal Lake
Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center–Huntley Indoor Pool Facility Rentals
Centegra Hospital–McHenry Rent the Indoor Pool Facility at Centegra Health Bridge
Centegra Hospital–Woodstock Fitness Center! Our American Red Cross-certified
Centegra Sage Cancer Center Lifeguards will be on guard. Call Angela Bianco at 847-
Centegra Specialty Hospital–Woodstock, South Street 802-7029 or email abianco@healthbridgefitness.com.
Centegra Wound and Hyperbaric Center–Huntley Leisure Pools
Centegra Gavers Breast Center–Crystal Lake
“How could drops of water
know themselves to be a river? Yet the river flows on.”
10 CentegraHealthSystem
HealthSystem —Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (1900–1944), French poet, novelist and aviator

11. Don’t let Even substances inside
seasonal allergies
your home can trigger
allergy attacks. Visit
gethealthy.centegra.org
to read about common
take the bloom off spring indoor allergens.
D oes the thought of stopping to smell
the flowers make your nose itch?
and lasting through late fall.
It’s much the same with mold, which Other tips:
If you’re one of the 35 million-plus begins releasing fertilizing spores as weather w Close windows at night to keep
Americans with seasonal allergies, it might. warms from spring through summer and fall. allergens out.
Seasonal allergic rhinitis—or hay fever— Other factors that can affect allergies w Avoid freshly mowed grass.
is the body’s immune system gone a bit include where you live and the weather on w Don’t rake leaves. It stirs up pollen and
awry. It’s an overreaction to an allergen, any given day. molds.
which is just a term for a substance you w Don’t hang laundry outside, where
could be allergic to. WHAT YOU CAN DO allergens can glom onto it.
Most people who have allergies are You can lessen symptoms by adjusting your w After yard work, change your clothes and
allergic to things that can come and go with activities. For example, spend less time take a shower.
the seasons. outdoors when pollen and mold counts are A good first step, however, is to see your
high. Check the local news reports or visit doctor. He or she can help figure out your
WHY SEASONS gethealthy.centegra.org for a link to the specific allergens—and how to avoid them.
BRING ON SNEEZING National Allergy Bureau. Then you can work together on a treatment
“You can picture your plan. That may include medications, such as
immune system like a antihistamines, and possibly allergy shots to
bodyguard,” says Barbara calm your immune system’s response.
Burrell, MD, with Centegra Source: American Academy of Allergy, Asthma &
Physician Care–Fox Valley. Immunology
“It serves to fend off foreign
invaders. At times, however, Whether it’s rhinitis or
Barbara Burrell,
the immune system goes something else, your perfect doctor is
MD
on the defensive against waiting: Call Centegra Physician Care at
harmless things.” 815-338-6600.
This is the essence of an allergic
reaction: You come into contact with a
substance, and your immune system
overreacts. It starts releasing
chemicals, such as histamines,
to battle the invader. Those
chemicals lead to an allergic
reaction, with symptoms
such as:
w Sneezing
w A stuffed-up or drippy nose
w Itchy eyes, throat or ears
Two of the most common
allergens are pollen and mold spores.
Plants send pollen into the air with
the hope of fertilizing other plants.
Each plant has a period of pollination
around the same time every year,
generally starting in early spring
Visit centegra.org/classes-events.
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12. Infant CPR and Safety
This is a community education class and is not
for certification. Taught by American Heart
Association Instructors. Call 877-CENTEGRA
to register.
Medical Office Building II
Day Date Time
Th Apr 11 6–10pm
Th May 9 6–10pm
Th Jun 13 6–10pm
Th Jul 11 6–10pm
Fee: $40 couple, $25 single
Lactation Consultant
Available for outpatient consultations, retail
purchases, pump rentals, bra fittings and
weight checks. Appointments are required.
Family
Call 815-334-3850 to register.
Ground floor. Please ask at the front desk for
directions.
Day Time
S 8am–Noon
M 8:30am–7pm
Tu 8:30am–4:30pm
CHILDBIRTH AND INFANT CARE Breastfeeding W 8:30am–7pm
Support Group Th 5–11pm
Bring your babies, your experiences and F 8:30am–4:30pm
Breastfeeding Basics
your questions. No registration needed. Call Sa 7am–5:30pm
Taught by Centegra’s International Board-
815-334-3850 or 815-759-4839 for information. Hours are subject to change. Fees are applicable
Certified Lactation Consultants. Call
For schedule updates, please call the Warmline at for some services—call for details.
877-CENTEGRA to register.
815-759-4440.
Classrooms
Day Date Time
Please ask at the front desk for location. Prenatal Yoga
Day Time Enjoy some gentle stretching as well as a
Sa Apr 13 9am–Noon
M 10–11:30am centering and calming workout. Physician
Sa Jun 8 9am–Noon
Fee: $30 Please ask at the front desk for location. release required before participation. Call
Day Time 815-444-2900 to register.
Conference Rooms A and B. Please ask at the
front desk for location. W 9–11am Conference Room
Th 5–7pm Day Date Time
Day Date Time
Sa May 4 9am–Noon W Apr 17–May 22 5–6pm
Sa Jul 6 9am–Noon
Childbirth Education W May 29–Jul 3 5–6pm
Designed to prepare you and your support W Jul 10–Aug 14 5–6pm
Fee: $30
person for the birth of your baby. Includes a tour. Fee: $53 Member, $80 Community
Call 877-CENTEGRA to register.
Find Centegra Breastfeeding Please ask at the front desk for location. Very Important Grandparent
Resource Center and services Day Date Time (VIG) Class
on Facebook: facebook.com/ Th Apr 4–25 7–9:30pm Shows “expectant grandparents” how they can
CentegraBreastfeedingResourceCenter. Th May 9–30 7–9:30pm best support their child and grandchild. Call
Th Jun 6–27 7–9:30pm 877-CENTEGRA to register.
Th Jul 11–Aug 1 7–9:30pm Medical Staff Library
Fee: $75
Location key for classes Conference Rooms A and B
Day Date Time
Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center–Crystal Lake Tu May 14 7–9pm
Day Date Time Fee: $5 per couple
Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center–Huntley
Centegra Hospital–McHenry Tu Apr 2–23 7–9:30pm
Centegra Hospital–Woodstock Tu May 7–28 7–9:30pm
Centegra Sage Cancer Center Tu Jun 4–25 7–9:30pm
Centegra Specialty Hospital–Woodstock, South Street Tu Jul 9–30 7–9:30pm
Centegra Wound and Hyperbaric Center–Huntley Fee: $75
Centegra Gavers Breast Center–Crystal Lake
“We may not be able to prepare the future for our children,
but we can at least prepare our children for the future.”
12 CentegraHealthSystem —Franklin D. Roosevelt (1882–1945), U.S. statesman