Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children

Watch a special viewing of a film about Hawaii's Sexual Assault Response Team during this week's Sex Assault Treatment Center webinar on Wednesday, April 21, at 1:30 pm. Following the viewing will be a live panel discussion with the Oahu team. Learn about the statewide system of care available for survivors of sexual violence and their families. Visit https://bit.ly/3sxU1DY to register.

Registration is open for this week's Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) 2021 webinar, Alcohol-Facilitated Sexual Assault, Wednesday, April 14, 1:30-2:30 pm. The webinar will include a viewing of the Hawaii Coalition Against Sexual Assault film, "Shots," and a discussion about the intersectionality of alcohol and sexual assault with important protective information for young adults and beyond. Register at https://bit.ly/327rREO. This SAAM webinar series is a collaborative e...ffort of the Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children Sex Abuse Treatment Center; Hawaii Coalition Against Sexual Assault; Department of Health - Maternal and Child Health Branch, Sexual Violence Prevention Program; Department of the Attorney General, Crime Prevention and Justice Assistance Division and the City and County of Honolulu Department of the Prosecuting Attorney. See more

Show some love for Kapiolani because Children’s Hospitals Week starts TODAY! During this special week, we would like to celebrate being a proud member of Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children is Hawaii’s only CMN Hospital and 100% of donations stay in Hawaii to help local families. Join us in celebrating Kapiolani’s care of keiki by participating in the bandage campaign. Here’s how you can support. 1. First, take a photo of yourself with a bandage of your choice. 2. Post your photo to your Facebook profile. 3. Tag us @kapiolanimedicalcenter on Facebook and use the hashtags #KapiolaniCMN #Childrenshospitalsweek. We can’t wait to see your pictures! #Give2Kapiolani

Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children Chief Canine Officer Ruby paid a visit to the Hawaii Pacific Health Pier 2 Vaccination Center to spread some good cheer and paws-ative energy!

Setting a good example can help your keiki develop heart-healthy habits, including daily physical activity and a well-balanced diet If you look at your plate, it should have all the colors on it," said Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children pediatric cardiologist Dr. Andras Bratincsak. Learn more about risk factors that can lead to cardiovascular issues, the impacts of COVID-19 on heart health and preventive measures that can be taken to support heart health for keiki and adults.

Did you know that the primary care physicians (PCPs) at our Family Medicine Clinic at the Kapiolani Women's Center are accepting new patients? PCPs help keep patients healthy by treating common medical problems, scheduling preventive care exams, recommending screenings, making referrals and much more to keep you healthy through every stage of life. Meet our PCPs, who are accepting new patients by video or in-person visits! Photo 2: Dr. Ann Greaney Photo 3: Dr. Sherrie Hirota... Photo 4: Dr. Stacy Kanayama-Trivedi The clinic is located on the first floor of Artesian Plaza at 1907 South Beretania Street and is open Monday-Friday, 8 am - 4 pm, and 8 am - noon every second and fourth Saturday of the month. Call 983-6433 to schedule an appointment.

The Kapiolani Pediatric After-Hours Clinic is open noon-7 p.m. on weekends and holidays, like this Easter Sunday, April 4, for comprehensive pediatric non-emergent after-hours care for infants, children, and teens up to age 18 years. Walk in without an appointment or call 808-763-2888 to schedule a same-day video visit from the convenience of your smartphone, computer, or tablet. Please note that not all situations are appropriate for walk-in care or virtual care. If your child is experiencing a potentially life-threatening illness or injury, call 911 or immediately go to the nearest emergency department. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3rFIQZo.

Give Mom the perfect gift this Mother’s Day, one she’ll feel good about: a relaxing, soothing massage at our beautiful Kapiolani Women’s Center for just $50, a savings of $11! Our 50-minute full body treatments are designed to soothe, relieve tension and promote relaxation. Choose from Swedish, lomi lomi, deep tissue, sports massage and more. At this special price, get some for other family members, friends and yourself! This special offer is valid from 4/12/21-5/8/21 and may not be combined with other promotions. Call 527-2588 and we’ll mail the gift certificate to you (payment by credit card). Or purchase at the Women’s Center at 1907 S. Beretania St., 1st floor.

Please join us in congratulating Daniel Oswald, Kapiolani Most Valuable Team Player (MVTP) Award honoree for February! As an Audio Visual Support Specialist, Daniel has been instrumental in troubleshooting issues and training our community education team to allow them to conduct virtual meetings and classes during the pandemic. Childbirth educator Betty Mark says that Daniel is a true asset to their team. "He has been available at each call that I've made to get help with vir...tual classes and even helps after hours to troubleshoot computer problems," said Betty. "He has been very patient and is an awesome teacher." "Daniel improves the work environment by providing in-person IT assistance right away when we need it, said childbirth educator Connie Comiso-Fanelli. "He shows up with a positive attitude, explains things thoroughly, encourages questions and provides us with written instructions that we could reference for future problems. Daniel is a pleasure to work with and a wealth of information. We are lucky to have him here!" Community outreach supervisor Shelly Waiolama says that Daniel is extremely supportive of the team and always follows up to ensure that things are working smoothly. "Daniel is very reliable and has a very positive attitude when assisting those in need. He also communicates well, making it easy for others to follow instructions." Daniel says he is thankful to be part of a greater cause and being able to support staff who are connecting through virtual meetings and classes. The MVTP program recognizes outstanding employees nominated by fellow team members for their exceptional attitude and professionalism in the workplace.

The first full week in April is Window Safety Week, a time to remember to ensure your keiki's safety by preventing accidental window falls. Windows rank as one of the top five hidden hazards in the home, and falls from windows are more common that you might think. An average of eight children age 5 and younger die and more than 3,300 are injured each year from falling out of windows, according to Safe Kids Worldwide. Learn how to safeguard against window falls and understand... the purpose of windows in escaping a fire or other emergencies with these tips: Keep windows locked and closed when young children are present. Open windows for ventilation that are out of a child's reach. Supervise children to keep them away from windows, balconies or patio doors. Avoid placing furniture near windows to prevent young children from climbing and gaining access to an open window. Don’t rely on insect screens to prevent a window fall. Insect screens are designed to keep bugs out, not to keep children in the home. Install ASTM F2090 compliant devices designed to limit how far a window will open or window guards (with quick-release mechanisms in case of fire or other emergency) to help prevent a fall. Teach your child how to safely use a window to escape during an emergency, such as a fire.

Introducing The [r e s p e c t] Room, an original podcast developed by the Sex Abuse Treatment Center (SATC). SATC, a program of Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children, is a statewide program that provides comprehensive services for survivors of sexual assault. During Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), SATC will be releasing a new hour-long podcast every Sunday featuring discussions on different topics related to sexual violence. April 4: Preventing Sexual Gro...oming April 11: From Bystander to UPstander April 18: [respect]fully Caring April 25: Unpacking Masculinity The podcast will be available on Spotify and Amazon Music or can be accessed at SATCHawaii.org/Resources.

Over its 40+ years of serving Hawaii, the Sex Abuse Treatment Center (SATC), a program of Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children, has provided critical and comprehensive support services for thousands of sexual assault victims of all ages. Services include a 24/7 crisis hotline, medical-forensic care, counseling services, and prevention education, among others. These graphics highlight the impact of SATC in the last fiscal year alone. In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April, SATC is providing a variety of virtual learning opportunities to educate the public about sexual violence and prevention strategies to help keep the community safe. Activities include an original podcast series and educational webinars. Learn how to get involved and see the full schedule at SATCHawaii.org.

Parents of newborns may find it confusing or concerning to hear that their baby "has colic" because it sounds like an illness or condition that's not normal. During Child Abuse Prevention Month, parents can be assured that this phase of a baby's life is completely normal by learning about the Period of PURPLE Crying, an evidence-based child abuse prevention program. The program helps educate new parents and caregivers on early and escalating infant crying (a normal stage in a baby's development) and the dangers associated with it.