Nurse Practitioner Joins Triad Medicine and
Pediatric Associates, PLLC
 November
2008 Triad
Medicine and Pediatric Associates, PLLC is happy to announce the
addition of our newest medical provider, Rachel
Torrens, FNP. Rachel is a nurse practitioner that will be
seeing patients of all ages in our office in November 2008.
"We are excited to continue our tradition of
quality, board certified health care in having Rachel join us",
says Dr. Steven Halm. "She will provide complete,
compassionate care for her patients and we know she will quickly
build a strong clinical following."
Rachel graduated form Grove City College in Grove
City, PA and received her Masters in Nursing and Family Nurse
Practitioner training at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia,
PA. She and her husband reside in Reidsville.
With Rachel joining our medical practice, Triad
Medicine and Pediatrics' professional team now consists of five
board certified medical providers serving families of the northern
triad region.
Flu Vaccines Available
for 2008-2009 Season
 September
2008 Triad Medicine and Pediatric Associates, PLLC
(TMPA) is planning to have an excellent stock of Influenza vaccine this
year. Vaccination administration will begin in October! We carry
both the injectable vaccine and the nasal spray "FLUMIST"
vaccine. Both of these vaccines are equally effective and
safe. Please
contact our office at 336 634 3902 for more information regarding
administration times and costs.
Dr. Halm Designated Senior
Aviation Medical Examiner by the Federal Aviation Administration
July 2008 Dr. Steven J.
Halm has been designated a Senior Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) by
Dr. Susan Northrup, FAA's Regional Flight Surgeon for the Southern Region. Dr.Halm has provided class 2 and 3 pilot
medical examination for the FAA since 2002. As a
"Senior" AME, Dr. Halm is now able to provide
complete physical evaluations for any pilot in the US, whether they
be private pilots, transport pilots, or commercial airline
pilots. Dr. Halm becomes one of 1,700 physicians in the US
that are qualified, based on training and experience, in designating
the health safety of such US pilots. For more more
information, visit our PILOT'S CORNER
or contact our office at 336 634 3902.
Dr. Halm Recertifies
in Pediatrics
Dec 2007 Dr. Steven J. Halm completed recertification by the American Board of
Pediatrics, Chapel Hill, NC. His new certificate
is good for 7 years and required extensive studies in current treatments of
pediatric medical conditions, including advances
in pediatric cardiology, pulmonology, infectious diseases, and preventive medicine. The 7
year renewal is required of pediatric specialists that begin their careers after 1990. This "board certification"
in caring for infants, children and adolescents is in addition to his current certification by the American Board of
Internal Medicine,
credentialing him as a specialist in the medical care of adults as
well.
 Dr.
Halm Completes Chief of Staff Year as
Annie Penn Section Chief of the Moses Cone Health System
Dr. Steven J. Halm has completed his service as
Chief of
Staff at Annie Penn Hospital in Reidsville, NC. Dr. Halm was
selected by his fellow physicians to lead their medical staff and
represented the doctors of Annie Penn Hospital of the Moses Cone
Health. Dr. Halm has served as a medical staff leader in 1998-2000, having
been the Chief of Medicine at Annie Penn Hospital. He has also
just completed a 2-year tenure as a member of the Moses Cones Health System Medical Executive
Committee.
Dr. Halm Recertified as FAA Airman Medical Examiner
September 2007
Dr. Steven J. Halm has completed training to
continue to provide area pilots with FAA Class 2 and Class 3 Medical
Certificates. Dr. Halm, an instrument-rated private pilot, began
providing FAA examinations in 2002. He completes retraining every
3 years to continue this FAA-approved medical service. His most
recent training focused on the cardiovascular aspects of aviation and
aerospace medicine. He is one of 4,000 US physicians trained as an FAA
Medical Examiner.
Donna Jennings, PA-C Recertifies
 May 2007
ALL of our providers remain board certified by their respective
national medical specialty board. Donna Jennings, PA-C has
obtained "board certification" status for the second time, attesting to her dedication to professionalism and quality
medical care. Donna has passed
formal testing provided by the National Commission
of Certification of Physician Assistants. She joined Triad Medicine and Pediatric Associates, PLLC
full time in 2007.
New Medical Provider Joins TMPA in April 2007
April 2007 Donna Jennings,
PA-C returns to Reidsville to work with Triad Medicine and Pediatric
Associates, PLLC once again. Donna initially practiced with
us in the spring of 2005 after spending 1 year in Pediatrics in Florida
and a year working in Mexico. In late 2005, Donna returned to
Mexico to provide medical care to needy children in an orphanage in
Acapulco. She also worked with our office during her medical
training in 2000-2001 in obtaining her PA degree. Her mother
and father, Dr. and Mrs. Harold Jennings, are proud to have her return
to the community she grew up in. Like ALL of our medical
providers, Donna is board certified (by the National Commission of
Certification of Physician Assistants) and has a medical license from
the North Carolina Medical Board.
Lisa K. Webster, PA-C Recertifies
November 2006
ALL of our providers remain board certified by their respective
national medical specialty board. Lisa K. Webster, PA-C has
successfully attained "board certification" status for the
third time, attesting to her dedication to professionalism and quality
care. Lisa completed extensive education courses and passed
formal testing provided by the National Commission
of Certification of Physician Assistants. Lisa has been a
physician assistant with Triad Medicine and Pediatric Associates, PLLC
since 1994.
Christmas "Angel Tree" at TMPA
November 2006
Triad Medicine and Pediatric Associates, PLLC
(TMPA) employees decided to celebrate Christmas this year with the gift
of giving. Our staff has arranged for 30 children within
the practice to receive special Christmas gifts purchased by 30 other families within the practice that can afford to provide some "extra
gift giving." All participating children and families will be
invited to a Christmas celebration at our expanded office early in the
season to exchange gifts and share in some Christmas treats and
cheer. We look forward to providing for our special needs children
within the practice and provide an important avenue for those that are
financially blessed to help others. This is just another example of our
staff's true desire and dedication to our family of pediatric
patients!
TMPA - Caring For Medical Needs for ALL Ages
2006
With recent changes in group practices
in the area, Triad Medicine and Pediatric Associates, PLLC (TMPA) continue its
commitment to primary care
practice for
patients of ALL ages. In addition to pediatric hospital care and office
primary care for ALL ages, our practice covers ALL hospital newborn
consultations and emergencies, including cesarean sections, at ALL hours of the
day or night, every day of the year.
This, along with ALL of our providers
being board certified, sets us apart from other
medical practices in the area.
TMPA Provides DENTAL Care
for Infants and Young
Children Too!
 2006 Not
too many parents realize that our practice now provides general office
dental prophylaxis for our patients under 3 years of age. The
"Into the Mouth of Babes" program, supported by the State of
North Carolina, hopes to significantly reduce the incidents of
childhood tooth decay and dental problems . TMPA has started
the dental care program in 1999, one of the pioneers in
providing this care in North Carolina. Our staff is able to provide routine tooth examinations, application of a
fluoride sealant, and education to parents on eliminating the risks of
tooth decay. "The program has been very successful and much
appreciated by our patient's families." Currently
Medicaid and NC HealthChoice cover the services on an every 3 month
basis. Families with other insurance plans may receive the
services at approximately $ 45-50 per session. Please call
Shannon, 336 634 3902 Ext 201 for more information.
Dr. Halm and Web Site Receive Honor
2006 Both Dr. Halm and the Web site, YourPediatrician.com
have been included in "America's Best". The
Consumer Research Council of America recognized YourPediatrician.com
as one of the
best pediatric health sites on the Internet for 2005. The same organization has
recognized Dr. Halm as one of
America's best Pediatricians.
 In 1999, Dr. Steven J. Halm started
YourPediatrician.com, Inc., a Web-based company that provides
information for parents and pediatricians across the US and
abroad. www.YourPediatrician.com
has been recognized as a leading resource for pediatric education and
information on the Internet, for both parents and pediatric practices. The
site includes age-specific well child information, tips on parenting,
dosing calculators for common over-the-counter medications, and numerous
streamed health/safety videos.
Dr. Halm and YourPediatrician.com, Inc. also provide Web site support for national Project
Linus chapters, as well as our own local Rockingham
County chapter.
TMPA Top in State of NC
in Immunization Rates for
Children Under 2 Years!
 2005 Triad Medicine and Pediatric Associates,
PLLC has been recognized statewide as one of a select few practices that
has one of the best vaccine rates for children under age 2 years.
The state's Universal Vaccine Program supplies vaccines for doctor's
offices and health departments across North Carolina. Each year the
state randomly evaluates vaccine procedures and rates for private and
public (health department) medical facilities. TMPA's vaccine rate
was 98%, one of the tops in the state for both private and public
facilities. "Vaccines remain the cornerstone of our pediatric
service," states Dr. Halm. "Vaccinating children has
been the most important health care
improvement in the 20th century." TMPA is proud to provide this vital
service in such a successful manner for patients."
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