August 27, 2019
Thank you to everyone at TriHealth for welcoming another group of Military Medical Personnel participating in Operation Cincinnati SMART. SMART (Strategic Medical Asset Readiness Training) is a unique partnership between four Organizations (TriHealth, UCMC, Mercy, and The Christ Hospital) coordinated by the Health Collaborative. Cincinnati welcomed 30 Soldiers in the August 2019 group.
SPC Carabajal, a medic who is set to deploy for one year, stated “I saw my first gunshot patient here and learned how to better treat. Plus, I’m near perfect on my IV skills now thanks to the Nurses in the ED”.
TriHealth welcomed seven Soldiers including Combat Medics, Nursing, Radiology technician and a Behavioral Health Specialist. Their time included working in the ED, observing surgeries, participating in mock codes and getting hands on training with their civilian counterparts. SPC Bailey, a Radiology Technician, said “I knew it was a manikin I was performing CPR on, but this is the first time it felt like it was a real situation. It makes you really think about the small things you might miss. My head is now full of information. It was great to follow a Radiologist and I’ve seen so much I haven’t seen before”.
At the end of the two weeks, the SMART participants spent a final immersion day in the TriHealth Simulation and Education center. The day included several simulation scenarios to prepare the group to sustain lives in a combat zone. One of the medics set to deploy in the fall, SPC Garcia, said “The TriHealth Simulation team was awesome. The situations make you think on the spot and utilize all your team-even though most of us only met a week ago, we had to learn to work together as a team”. Col Brad Wenstrup visited the Soldiers as they participated in simulation scenarios. He was instrumental in bringing SMART to Cincinnati.
“TriHealth provided an incredible opportunity for the SMART participants. Our team members helped to provide hands on skills training to advance the Soldiers medical knowledge. This was an incredible group and they were so engaged and excited about every opportunity to learn. TriHealth team members had so many positive comments about working with the Soldiers”, observed Kim Morrow, the SMART coordinator for TriHealth.
A TriHealth surgeon stated “As a veteran myself, it was a pleasure and honor to have SPC Barkley as a student. I am happy to be supportive of such an important program”. A GSH Team member in Radiology stated “SPC Bailey is eager to learn and jumps in. He has seen so many things since he has been here. I hope we continue to have more Soldiers come through Radiology as this is a great experience for all of us!”.
Thank you to all the departments that welcomed Soldiers during their two weeks at TriHealth. If you are interested in learning more about SMART, please contact Kim Morrow.
TriHealth will welcome our next group of SMART participants Nov 4-15.
So glad to be a part of this program for our military personnel. Our Military rocks!!! Thanks to all who serve and all who helped with their experiences!
Posted by: Team Member on September 03, 2019
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It's exciting to see Trihealth working without military!!!
Posted by: Joanna Tickle on August 30, 2019
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What a wonderful program for TriHealth to be a part of. Thank you Kim for coordinating and to all of the team members who participate in the program.
Posted by: Jennifer Pierce on August 29, 2019
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With two of my sons actively serving in the military, I truly appreciate and understand the importance of this training. Thanks to Kim and everyone who supports this program!
Posted by: Bradley Baker on August 29, 2019
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Great Job!! and what a great opportunity for our military!!!
Posted by: JoAnn Frey on August 28, 2019
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Posted by: JoAnn Frey on August 28, 2019
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Great job Kim, what an awesome program! This makes me very proud to be part of TriHealth!!!!
Posted by: Alyssa Graham on August 28, 2019
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Great work Kim!
Posted by: Michelle Bailey on August 28, 2019
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Great article! Thank you Kim for your efforts in coordinating TH resources to assist the military personnel.
Posted by: James Benson on August 28, 2019
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What an awesome program!
Posted by: Jennifer Wesley on August 28, 2019
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Great program, keep up the good work!
Posted by: Beth Sears on August 28, 2019
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Posted by: Karen Smith2 on August 28, 2019
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Thank you so much for all you do for our military. Please keep sending more information on TriHealth's involvement with these vey special people. God bless you and our military.
Posted by: Beverly Pierani on August 28, 2019
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