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Ramie Wesley
Ramie Wesley of Grandview Medial Center, center, won the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the medical support category. Wesley is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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James Helms
James Helms, center, won the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the nurse category. Helms is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Dr. Stancil Handley
Dr. Stancil Handley of Columbiana Eye Care, center, won the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the optomestrist category. Dr. Stancil is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Dr. Jamie Odrezin
Dr. Jamie Odrezin of Children's of Alabama Greenvale, center, won the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the pediatrician category. Dr. Odrezin is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Dr. Jay Crisman
Dr. Jay Crisman of 280 Animal Clinic, center, won the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the veterinarian category. Dr. Crisman is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Stephanie Shunnarah
Stephanie Shunnarah, center, represents her husband, Dr. Bobby Shunnarah of Montevallo Family Dentistry, who won the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the dentistry category. Stephanie Shunnarah is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Charlie Hall
Charlie Hall, center, represents Dr. Jose Osorio of Grandview Medical Center, who won the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the physician category. Hall is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Dr. Rosalyn Crawford-McKendall
Dr. Rosalyn Crawford-McKendall of Indian Springs Pediatric Dentistry, center, was a nominee for the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the dentistry category. Dr. Crawford-McKendall is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Dawn Wood
Dawn Wood, center, represents Nathan Click of Therapy South in Pelham, who was nominated for the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the medical support category. Wood is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Dana Harmon
Dana Harmon of Better Body Boot Camp, center, was a nominee for the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the medical support category. Harmon is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Lauren Goodson
Lauren Goodson of St. Vincent's Health System, center, was a nominee for the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the nurse category. Goodson is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Katie Stone
Katie Stone of Alabama Cardiovascular Group, center, was a nominee for the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the nurse category. Stone is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Connie Clark
Connie Clark, center, represents her husband, Dr. Doug Clark of Pelham Eye Care, who was nominated for the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the optometrist category. Connie Clark is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Dr. Victoria Anderson
Dr. Victoria Anderson of Children's of Alabama, Greenvale, center, was a nominee for the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the pediatrician category. Dr. Anderson is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Dr. Darby McElderry
Dr. Darby McElderry of Children's of Alabama, Greenvale, center, was a nominee for the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the pediatrician category. Dr. McElderry is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Dr. Deborah Stanford
Dr. Deborah Stanford of It's About Time Urgent Care, center, was a nominee for the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the physician category. Dr. Stanford is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Dr. Roderick White
Dr. Roderick White of Roderick White Chiropractic, center, was a nominee for the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the physician category. Dr. White is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Lacey Bacchus
Lacey Bacchus, center, represents Dr. Jeff Falone of Valleydale Animal Clinic, who was nominated for the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the veterinarian category. Bacchus is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Brandy Falletta
Brandy Falletta, center, represents Dr. Jay Price of Southern Veterinary Partners/Oak View Animal Hospital, who was a nominee for the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce 2018 Healthcare Professional of the Year award in the veterinarian category. Falletta is pictured here with Vicki Everett, chairwoman of the chamber's Health Services Work Group, and 2018 Chamber Chairman Joe Meads at the chamber's luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
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Karen Johnson
Karen Johnson, a clinical dietitian at Grandview Medical Center, gives tips for healthy eating at the Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex in Pelham, Alabama, on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2018.
The Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce today named its seven health care professionals of the year.
Thirty-four people were nominated for awards in seven categories this year, and each of the nominees and award recipients were recognized at today’s chamber luncheon at the Pelham Civic Complex.
The award recipients were:
- Dentistry — Dr. Bobby Shunnarah, Montevallo Family Dentistry
- Medical Support — Ramie Wesley, Grandview Medical Center
- Nurses — James Helms, Shelby Baptist Medical Center
- Optometrists — Dr. Stancil Handley, Columbiana Eye Care
- Pediatricians — Dr. Jamie Odrezin, Children’s of Alabama, Greenvale
- Physicians — Dr. Jose Osorio, Grandview Medical Center
- Veterinarians — Dr. Jay Crisman, 280 Animal Clinic
The chamber began taking nominations in April, and each nominee submitted information about their background, accomplishments, the difference they make in their community, how they have improved the health of their patients and why they chose a career in health care. Three judges chose the recipients.
Other nominees in each category were:
- Dentistry: Dr. Baker Chambliss, Medplex Pediatric Dentistry; Dr. Rosalyn Crawford-McKendall, Indian Springs Pediatric Dentistry; Dr. Jonathan Curtis, Cahaba Valley Pediatric Dentistry; Dr. Geeta Lakhanpal, Inverness Family Dentistry
- Medical Support: Nathan Click, Therapy South in Pelham; Dana Harmon, Better Body Boot Camp; Dr. Gary Yarbrough, Shelby Baptist Medical Center
- Nurses: Amanda Dye, Rehab Select Shelby Ridge; Lauren Goodson, St. Vincent’s Health System; Nicole Hoots, Brookwood Baptist Primary Care in Calera; Katie Stone, Alabama Cardiovascular Group
- Optometrists: Dr. Doug Clark, Pelham Eye Care; Dr. Sarah Gordon, Inverness Eye Care; Dr. Jill Meyer, Jill K. Meyer Optometry
- Pediatricians: Dr. Victoria Anderson, Children’s of Alabama, Greenvale; Dr. Alice Hardy, Pathway Pediatrics; Dr. Darby McElderry, Children’s of Alabama, Greenvale; Dr. Kami Sester, Children’s of Alabama, Greenvale
- Physicians: Dr. Johnny Bates, Quality Correctional Healthcare; Dr. Juan Bernal, Alabama Cardiovascular Group; Dr. Malcom Simmons; Shelby OB/GYN; Dr. Deborah Stanford, It’s About Time Urgent Care; Dr. Aye Unnoppett, Brookwood Baptist Family Care; Dr. Andrew Velasquez, Alabama Vision Care; Dr. Roderick White, Roderick White Chiropractic
- Veterinarians: Dr. Jeff Falone, Valleydale Animal Clinic; Dr. Jay Price, Southern Veterinary Partners/Oak View Animal Hospital
People who attended today’s luncheon also heard tips for healthy eating from Karen Johnson, a clinical dietitian at Grandview Medical Center.
Johnson talked about the importance of keeping a close eye on the amount of calories and sodium consumed. While everyone’s needs are different based on their body size, metabolism and other health needs, Johnson said the average person consumes about 2,000 calories per day, but “most of us don’t need anywhere near that amount.”
People who eat three meals per day should shoot for roughly 600 calories per meal, and people should consume less than 30 percent of their total calories from fat, or less than 66 grams of fat per day, she said.
People should also limit sodium intake to 1,400-2,400 milligrams per day, or about 700 milligrams per meal, Johnson said.
She recommends reading the nutritional information on menus and noted that people might be surprised at how various entrees and meals compare.
A McDonald’s cheeseburger has 300 calories and 680 milligrams of sodium, while a Chick-fil-A grilled chicken sandwich has 370 calories and 802 milligrams of sodium, a Mediterranean veggie sandwich from Panera Bread has 440 calories and 1,230 milligrams of sodium and a grilled chicken house salad from Zaxby’s has 560 calories and 1,630 milligrams of sodium, she said.
Just because you order a salad or vegetarian dish doesn’t necessarily mean you’re eating healthier, she said. Frequently, there are a lot of calories and sodium in add-ons, such as the dressing and cheese, she said.
Johnson recommended people pay close attention to portion sizes as well. A meat serving should be about the size of a deck of cards, two to three times a day, she said. Potatoes should be about the size of a computer mouse, while cheese should be about the size of your pointer finger and a serving of nuts should be the size of a golf ball.
One serving of pasta should be about the size of an ice cream scoop, she said. Most plates of spaghetti in restaurants have enough for a couple of days, she said.
Johnson also recommended people use smaller plates to help control portion sizes, not go back for seconds, limit the numbers of meals eaten out and avoid sugary drinks such as sweet tea, sodas, juice and coffee.
Packing a lunch instead of eating out may take a little more time, but it can save you money and help you better control what you eat, Johnson said. She recommends cooking in bulk on the weekends and dividing the food into separate containers for use throughout the week, as well as dividing up fruits and snacks in small plastic bags on Sunday to save time during the week.
For more information about dietary health, go to usda.gov/topics/food-and-nutrition/dietary-health.
