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The Region VI Behavioral Health Board recently acknowledged Dr. Trevor Jacobson, M.D., for his service to the area by presenting him with the Regional Empowerment Award. This award is presented to a deserving member in our region for being a champion in the fight against the opioid epidemic. Dr. Jacobson received the award on December 5, 2019, at a Legislative Dinner in Pocatello. JoAnn Martinez is the Chair of Region VI Behavioral Health Board and she acknowledged his impact by stating, “The quality services that you provide inspire hope, recovery, and resiliency in the lives of Idahoans suffering from addiction and their families. Your efforts are instrumental in making a positive difference to our community through education, awareness, training, and prevention of opioid addiction. You have been active in the community, and the service you provide by training professionals on the treatment of individuals with addiction is invaluable as we continue to address the need of those struggling with addiction in our area. Our community benefits immensely from the work that you provide.” Dr. Jacobson is practicing at Bear Lake Memorial Hospital Internal Medicine Clinic. He received a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology, Medical Degree, and Family Medicine Specialty Degree all at the University of Utah. He is Board Certified as a Family Practice Physician with experience in pediatrics, sports medicine, weight loss management, women’s health, mental health, addiction, and disease prevention. Dr. Jacobson is one of the few providers in the region that has specialized in the fight against opioid addiction using medication-assisted therapy, and his program has been found to be effective in the treatment and recovery of opioid dependence. Over 100 patients from across 5 states are being treated with medication-assisted therapy each month in Dr. Jacobson’s clinic. During his medical residency, he saw that patients were getting hooked on opioids which was a big concern to him. His experience in helping those patients helped him design a program that has proved effective. His patients are receiving great outcomes and they are passing the word on to others to reach out and get assistance. Dr. Jacobson’s program works with Idaho’s Response to the Opioid Crisis (IROC) project that is working to fight the opioid epidemic currently plaguing Idahoans, their family members, and friends. The Division of Behavioral Health (DBH) is currently using a multifaceted approach that seeks to expand access to Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), reduce access to opioids through prevention efforts, enhance the recovery-oriented system of care, and reduce deaths. This 4-part approach will: ▪ Provide opioid specific treatment and recovery support services to individuals with an Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). Treatment services will include access to both Methadone and Suboxone/Buprenorphine MAT. ▪ Increase accessibility to resources that will assist in reducing the incidences of opioid misuse by reducing access and preventing overdose deaths. Methods include using prescriber report cards to create social norms of decreased opioid prescribing; reducing diversion of opioids by establishing drop-box programs in pharmacies statewide; and educating prescribers on use of the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP). ▪ Provide community-based services that connect individuals with an OUD to peer supports and sober living activities. ▪ Increase the use of Naloxone to reverse opiate overdoses through training and provision of Naloxone to first responders and other community members who may encounter individuals at risk of opiate overdose. If you or someone you know would be interested in receiving more information on services available, please contact Dr. Jacobson at 208-847-1110.

The month of January prompts many to prioritize their health and Bear Lake Memorial Hospital has put together an event to help promote just that. Escape to a Healthier You is designed to educated attendees on relevant health concerns and help break up the long winter’s in Bear Lake. The event will be held at Bear Lake Middle School Auditorium at 1 pm – 5 pm. Tickets for the event are sold out. But if there is anyone unable to attend please find someone to use them or call Julie Nelson at 208-847-0963 so they can be given to those on a waiting list.  There is no assigned seating and saving of seats is not permitted they will be available on a first come, first serve basis. There will be a limited amount of book signing vouchers (two books per voucher) handed out as attendees arrive, so plan accordingly. Doors will be open to the public at 12:30 pm. Parking will be in the tabernacle lot unless needing wheelchair accessibility, then use the auditorium entrance from 6^th Street.  The 7^th Street parking is designated for presenters and volunteers of the event.   The Keynote speaker is Elizabeth Smart who will be addressing the audience at 4:00 pm. Many are familiar with her story but here’s an excerpt from her website, “The abduction of Elizabeth Smart was one of the most followed child abduction cases of our time. Elizabeth was abducted on June 5, 2002, and her captors controlled her by threatening to kill her and her family if she tried to escape. Fortunately, the police safely returned Elizabeth back to her family on March 12, 2003, after being held a prisoner for 9 grueling months. Through this traumatic experience, Elizabeth has become an advocate for change related to child abduction, recovery programs, and National legislation. Elizabeth triumphantly testified before her captor and the world about the very private nightmare she suffered during her abduction, which led to conviction.” Other presenters are from the Bear Lake Memorial Hospital staff and they include: Dr. Nicholas Packer discussing Women’s Health Concerns, Dr. Trevor Jacobson talking on Mindfulness, Dr. Clay Campbell presents on Patient’s Responsibilities, and before the Keynote Speaker Shaun Tobler MSW, LCSW will talk on Coping with Life’s Challenges. Attendees will receive a tote, a presentation booklet, and many free give away items, as well as snacks and water. Several drawings will be held throughout the day including giving away several of Elizabeth’s book “My Story”, chocolates, potted plants, and the final prize of the day will be a $200 Amazon Gift Card. Members of the committee for the Healthier You Conference are excited for this sold out event and hope those in attendance will find the information invaluable.

The fifth annual Women’s Health Conference, sponsored by Bear Lake Memorial Hospital, was held on May 6^th at the Oregon Trail Center in Montpelier. The following classes were offered:  Mammography Technology by Dr. Myka Veigel, Types of Living by Dr. Clay Campbell, Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding by Dr. Khristina Meissner, What’s Eating You by Anya Anthony PA, Dr. Trevor Jacobson presented Under Pressure/Hypertension. Our lunch-time speaker, Dr. Lance Hansen gave a presentation about Dr. Google. Other lectures included Occupational Therapy by John Beenfield. Mandy Tingey spoke about Speech Therapy and BLMH counselor Bobbi Kelsey gave a presentation about the adolescence brain.   The Keynote speaker was Merrilee Boyack. Her topic was “Confessions of a Hamster on a Wheel.” Merrilee is a professional lecturer and speaks all over the country, featured for many years at BYU Education Week and Time Out for Women, and a published author. She also enjoys addressing inmates that have been incarcerated. She is the author of several books and talks, including The Parenting Breakthrough, Strangling Your Husband Is Not an Option; In Trying Times, Just Keep Trying. Her most recent, “Will My Child Be Ready: Missionary Prep for Moms” and “When I am a Missionary.” Merrilee and her husband, Steve, reside in Lehi, Utah. She was a delight, and the recording can be found on BLMHospital’s YouTube Channel or by clicking https://goo.gl/uQBuCh   Attendees received a canvas tote, a presentation booklet, and other swag.  A continental breakfast and lunch were catered by the trail center. Several drawings were held throughout the day.  Shopping from several vendors was available for early Mother’s Day gift buying. The grand prize drawing was for a $200 Amazon Gift Card.   Members of the committee for the Health Conference would like to encourage those who attended and those unable to come to reach out with future Women’s Health Conference topics and preferred times of the year by emailing Julie.Nelson@blmhospital.com. DOWNLOAD A PDF OF THE CONFERENCE BOOKLET        

Bear Lake Valley Health Care Foundation and Modern Woodmen hosted a fundraiser Trivia Night that was held on April 13. A total of $4,709.81 was raised that evening and all proceeds will go toward a new wheelchair accessible bus for Bear Lake Memorial Hospital. The majority of the funds came from team sponsorship from the following individuals and businesses: Agrium, Bear Lake Dental sponsored the Highschool Students, Dr. Trevor Jacobson, Bear Lake Memorial Hospital Nurses, Bear Lake Memorial Hospital Managers, the local Rotary Club, and Rocky Mountain Power. In addition to the entry fees, Rocky Mountain Power donated an additional $750 toward the cause. Modern Woodmen also contributed $1,500. Other money raised was through food sales and by selling mulligans. The top winning teams for the evening were: Dr. Jacobson’s Team with a score of 84, This is the second year the Foundation has helped sponsor Trivia Night and they look forward to planning this event again next year. Thank you for those who attended and support the new transportation bus for residents in Bear Lake Memorial’s assisted living center and nursing home. Winners Photo Back Row: Jody Merritt, Rick Merritt, Amy Jacobson, Dr. Trevor Jacobson, Bailee Argyle, Mallory Humpherys, Casey Humpherys, Alex Moss, Michelle Moss Front row: Jory Hunter – Foundation Director, Julie Nelson - BLMH Marketing Manager, Bobbi Scoville – Modern Woodmen