New Reports Reveal Costs Related to Chemical Hazards and Falls in Maine Workplaces

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 25, 2015 Contact: Julie Rabinowitz, 207-621-5009  Workers' compensation claims totaled more than $1.6 million during the period of these reports.  AUGUSTA—The Research and Statistics Unit of the Bureau of Labor Standards at the Maine Department of Labor released separate reports on worker falls and injury due to chemical hazards, respectively. The reports are available on the Department of Labor’s website at www.maine.gov/labor/labor_stats/research.html . “Knowing the scope and costs associated with workplace injuries helps us focus our efforts on preventing the injury in the first place,” said Governor Paul R. LePage. “Chemical exposures and falls are two types of injuries that can cause life-threatening injuries and have long-term effects on an individual and his or her family’s quality of life. Our SafetyWorks! program helps small businesses avoid these injuries, protect their workers and reduce injury-related costs like workers’ comp premiums and lost productivity.” Workplace Chemicals, Hazards The report, Injuries and Illnesses due to Workplace Chemicals and Related Hazards, presents data from Maine’s 2012–2013 Workers’ Compensation injury and illness claims resulting from direct or indirect exposure to injurious chemicals or workplace environmental hazards. R&S extracted data from the Workers’ Compensation claims database for injuries and illnesses that occurred during 2012 and 2013, noting 406 incidents, which comprise the more serious (lost-time) injuries or illnesses that resulted from worker exposure to hazardous chemicals or adverse environmental/microbiological conditions. Non-lost time injuries are not included in the study as their data are for some cases less complete because of limited need for injury detail and administrative follow-up on those kinds of injuries and outcomes. Respiratory Problems/Ailments was the largest nature of illnesses or injuries at 33.5 percent. The body part most affected by chemical and microbiological sources was the category called body systems which accounted for the respiratory, digestive and other maladies caused by the chemicals and microbes. Of the claims filed with the Workers’ Compensation Board for illnesses and injuries caused by workplace exposure to hazardous chemicals or adverse environmental/microbiological conditions in 2012 and 2013, 46 resulted in workers’ compensation awards totaling $665,564.22 and averaging $14,469 per awarded incident. Exterior Falls The report, Roofing and Building Exterior Worker Falls in Maine, 2011-2013, focuses on fall injuries among Maine’s roofing and building exterior construction workers, the factors that may have contributed to them and the regulatory/enforcement efforts to reduce them. From 2011 through 2013, four workers died as a result of falls while another 34 Maine workers were injured as a result of falls from roofs, falls onto roofs, and falls from ladders, scaffoldings, and staging.  This report provides data on the causes of these incidents, the kinds of injuries incurred by the workers, and associated Workers’ Compensation costs.  It also provides information regarding federal regulations standards, enforced by OSHA, pertaining to fall-protection safety in the construction industry, and penalties levied against employers for violations of those standards.   Maine Workers’ Compensation claim costs for the 34 worker injuries resulting from roof, scaffolding, and ladder falls in 2011–2013 were approximately $1,051,655. More than 72 percent of that ($762,782) was for medical and rehabilitation care and about 25 percent ($259,124) for time away from work and claim settlements. The average cost per injury claim was $30,931.   The Research and Statistics Unit manages and analyzes data on workplace fatalities, injuries and illnesses and issues summary reports that help employers identify areas for improvements in safety and health protection. Their reports and data visualizations using Tableau are located on the Department of Labor’s website at www.maine.gov/labor/labor_stats/research.html . Maine Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Standards, through its Safetyworks! program, provides free and confidential training to help employers and employees prevent work-related injuries, illnesses, and deaths and reduce related costs. These classes identify and explain the relevant OSHA and other requirements, strategies for meeting those requirements, and best practices to help employers and workers provide and use proper safeguards to keep their worksites safe. At times each year, Safetyworks! offers free training in Scaffolding and Fall Protection, Ladder Safety, and General Construction Standards. The classes and schedules are found at: http://www.safetyworksmaine.com . The OSHA Education Center also provides construction fall protection courses online to employers and workers at www.oshaeducationcenter.com. Businesses interested in confidential and no-charge assistance in reducing workplace injuries should visit the SafetyWorks! website at http://www.safetyworksmaine.com .

 

Health Career Scholarships Available

Six $600 scholarships to be awarded

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The Franklin Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is once again offering health career scholarships. The scholarships will be presented to students in need of financial assistance who reside in Greater Franklin County, including Livermore Falls and Livermore, and are pursuing careers in the health care field.

 

To be eligible, the applications must be completed and returned by April 15. Applicants must also have been accepted to a school of their choice by that date.

 

In May, the Auxiliary will select six recipients for the $600 scholarships. The funds will be awarded following the successful completion of the first semester of post-secondary school.

 

For more information or to receive an application, contact Jill Gray at 779-2555.

 

Governor LePage Nominates Brian Whitney to Lead Maine Technology Institute

Contact: Adrienne Bennett, Press Secretary, 207-287-2531

AUGUSTA – Governor Paul R. LePage today nominated Brian Whitney of Augusta to serve as Director of the Maine Technology Institute (MTI). Whitney, the Director of Business Development & Innovation for the Maine Department of Economic & Community Development (DECD) has been serving as Acting Director of MTI since August 2014.

“I am pleased to nominate Brian Whitney to direct MTI and to lead the organization’s efforts to drive innovation and job growth in Maine,” said Governor LePage. “In addition to his 10 years of experience in economic development at the state and federal level, and his deep knowledge of Maine’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, Brian has had the unique opportunity to manage MTI for the past 6 months. We are looking forward to focusing on helping to create long-term jobs not only through research and development, but also by concentrating on commercialization.”

Since 2012, Whitney has served as the Director of Business Development & Innovation at the Maine Department of Economic & Community Development (DECD). In this capacity, he manages the Governor’s Account Executives - Maine’s team of knowledgeable and professional economic development liaisons whose primary responsibility is to work one-on-one with businesses to help them succeed and grow.

In August 2014, Whitney also assumed the role of Acting Director of the Maine Technology Institute. He previously worked as the Director of Outreach and Economic Development for U.S. Senator Olympia J. Snowe (R-Maine), as a Business Development Specialist at the Maine Department of Economic & Community Development, and as Chief of Staff to Maine’s Senate President during the historic power-sharing arrangement in 2002. Whitney serves on the boards of the Maine Venture Fund, Maine Economic Growth Council, Maine Innovation Economy Advisory Board, State Workforce Investment Board, and the Economic Development Council of Maine.

The Maine Technology Institute was established by the Maine Legislature in 1999 as a publicly funded non-profit organization tasked with “encouraging, promoting, stimulating and supporting research and development activity leading to the commercialization of new products and services in the State's technology-intensive industrial sectors to enhance the competitive position of those sectors and increase the likelihood that one or more of the sectors will support clusters of industrial activity and to create new jobs for Maine people.” A 15-member board of directors representing Maine’s seven targeted technology sectors and several state agency officials governs MTI.

“For the past 6 months, while leading MTI in a part-time capacity, I have been encouraged by many people I admire and respect to seek the Director’s position in a full-time role,” said Brian Whitney. “I am deeply humbled and incredibly honored to be nominated by Governor LePage and I am eager to continue to work with MTI’s exceptional staff and board to more fully leverage MTI's capabilities and vault it and Maine’s innovation economy to grand new heights.”

The Legislature’s Joint Standing Committee on Labor, Commerce, and Research & Economic Development will consider the nomination this session and, ultimately, the committee’s recommendation will be advanced to the Maine State Senate for further consideration and confirmation. Following Senate confirmation, the MTI board will also vote to affirm the Governor’s and Legislature’s choice and to name the nominee as President of MTI.

 

Governor Issues Executive Order to Amend State Workplace Policies

Contact: Adrienne Bennett, Press Secretary, 207-287-2531

AUGUSTA – Governor Paul R. LePage has issued an Executive Order prohibiting state workers from accessing pornographic and other sexually explicit material on government computers or devices.

“Employees of State agencies are compensated for their public service by Maine taxpayers and as Chief Executive I take employee workplace policies very seriously,” said Governor LePage. “State agencies already have rules to prohibit this behavior at work, but the practice continues. This Order establishes clear rules for all departments and employees across the board.”

All Executive Branch policies banning State employees from using State resources to access pornography will be amended to provide specifically that such misconduct will not be tolerated even when it is incidental in nature, or when it is committed off-duty, according to the Executive Order. It further clarifies policies will be amended to provide clear and unequivocal notice that such misconduct will constitute just cause for termination.

There is an exemption for State employees, such as investigators, required to access pornographic material within their official duties and there are procedures for employees who accidentally access inappropriate material.

The State will be taking all appropriate steps to implement the Governor’s policy directive. This includes formally posting a work rule, informing leadership of the bargaining units that represent employees, and communicating directly with employees.

“While it is exceedingly rare for state employees to access pornography during work hours or using state resources, the State of Maine takes all violations of this policy seriously,” said Joyce Oreskovich, director of the Bureau of Human Resources. “Misconduct such as this, while uncommon, is a violation of the public’s trust and could expose the State to sexual harassment complaints. Governor LePage’s Executive Order provides clear guidance to state employees that this conduct will not be tolerated.”

The Executive Order language is as follows and may be found on the Office of the Governor website http://www.maine.gov/governor/lepage/official_documents/index.shtml :

AN ORDER CLARIFYING STATE MANAGEMENT’S RESPONSE TO CERTAIN PROHIBITED MISCONDUCT

WHEREAS, state agencies provide services to the people of Maine and employ those interested in public service;

WHEREAS, the employees of state agencies are compensated for their public service by the taxpayers of the State of Maine;

WHEREAS, the taxpayers of the State of Maine have a right to expect these employees to spend their work time and to use State owned, leased, or controlled resources in the furtherance of the official business of the State;

WHEREAS, the taxpayers of the State of Maine have a right to expect that during work hours these employees will not act in such a way as to embarrass or discredit the State or the Maine taxpayers;

WHEREAS, unless required to do so in the performance of official duties, State employees using State-owned, leased, or controlled equipment or other resources to create, record, store, copy, transmit, distribute, image, modify, print, download, or display materials that are sexually explicit or pornographic in nature embarrasses and discredits the State and its taxpayers; and

WHEREAS, unless required to do so in the performance of official duties, State employees using State-owned, leased, or controlled equipment or other resources to create, record, store, copy, transmit, distribute, image, modify, print, download, or display materials that are sexually explicit or pornographic in nature is contrary to and inconsistent with furthering the official business of the State;

WHEREAS, the creation, recording, storing, copying, transmitting, distributing, imaging, modifying, printing, downloading, or displaying sexually explicit or pornographic material by State employees using State-owned, leased, or controlled resources constitutes misconduct for which disciplinary action is warranted;

WHEREAS, based on practices developed by previous administrations, there may be some confusion about the appropriate management response to such misconduct;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Paul R. LePage, Governor of the State of Maine, hereby order as follows:

1. For purposes of this Executive Order, “accessing pornography” means creating, recording, storing, copying, transmitting, distributing, imaging, modifying, printing, downloading, or displaying sexually explicit or pornographic materials but excludes doing so in the performance of one’s official duties;

2. For purposes of this Executive Order, “State resources” includes State-owned, State-leased, or State-controlled I.T. equipment or other resources;

3. All Executive Branch policies prohibiting State employees from using State resources to access pornography will be amended to provide specifically that such misconduct will not be tolerated even when it is incidental in nature, or when it is committed off-duty;

4. All Executive Branch policies prohibiting State employees from using State resources to access pornography will be amended to provide clear and unequivocal notice that such misconduct will constitute just cause for termination;

5. All Executive Branch agencies will take any additional managerial action deemed necessary to ensure that all Executive Branch employees receive adequate notice that using State resources to access pornography constitutes just cause for the termination of his/her employment from the Executive Branch.

The effective date of this Executive order is February 5, 2015.

 

UPDATED: Job Fairs Scheduled Around the State

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 23, 2015 Contact: Julie Rabinowitz, 207-621-5009 Employers can reserve tables while job seekers brush up resumes AUGUSTA—Spring job fair season is beginning to take shape around Maine, providing an opportune time for job seekers looking for work. The Department of Labor’s network of 12 CareerCenters will be sponsoring or participating in several career fairs. Hundreds of employers will be hiring for both permanent and seasonal positions. "Job fairs give job seekers and employers a way to meet face to face and learn about each other," said Governor Paul R. LePage. "Be prepared. Visit your local CareerCenter for resume and interviewing workshops." Job seekers who need to update their resume or practice their interviewing skills should contact a CareerCenter for no-cost help. To find more information about jobs fairs across the state or to locate the closest CareerCenter and information about job training programs, visit the CareerCenter website, http://www.mainecareercenter.com . "Many people may avoid going to a job fair to apply to their dream job because they doubt their skills or their ability to pay for training or returning to school," said Labor Commissioner Jeanne S. Paquette. “Whether you have a dream job in mind or just want to improve your career prospects, we urge you contact your local CareerCenter. There may be ways we can help you prepare for a job fair, brush up your skills with a specific course we recommend or retrain for an entirely different career.  We have many programs right now that can assist job seekers at any stage of their career, including the long-term unemployed." The following job fairs have been scheduled to date around the state: February 23: Job Fair at the Augusta CareerCenter, 3 to 6 p.m. February 24: Mini Job Fair at the York County CareerCenter, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 2: Job Fair at the Lewiston CareerCenter, 4 to 6 p.m. March 4: Job Fair at the Greater Portland CareerCenter, Noon to 3 p.m. March 18: Job Fair, 9 a.m. to Noon, Mill Mall, Ellsworth March 26: Machias Job Fair, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Lee-Pellon Center, 90 Main Street  March 27: 5th Annual York County Regional Job Fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Nasson Community Center, Springvale March 30: Job Fair at the Augusta CareerCenter, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 1: Job Fair at the Greater Portland CareerCenter, Noon to 3 p.m. *NEW* April 6: Sebago Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Job Fair, 2 to 6 p.m. at St. Joseph's College, Standish April 10: Androscoggin County Community Job Fair, 9 a.m. to Noon, Central Maine Community College, Auburn April 16: Calais Job Fair, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Washington County Community College Gymnasium *NEW* April 23, Job / Resource Fair, 9 a.m. to Noon, Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School cafeteria, 256 Main Street, South Paris April 27: Job Fair at the Augusta CareerCenter, 3 to 6 p.m. *NEW DATE* April 29: Career Fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Kennebec Valley Community College, Fairfield May 4: Job Fair at the Lewiston CareerCenter, Time TBD May 6: Job Fair at the Greater Portland CareerCenter, Noon to 3 p.m. May 13: 8th Annual Regional Job Fair, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Warsaw Middle School, Pittsfield *NEW* May 14: Government Jobs Job Fair, Augusta Armory, Augusta Businesses interested in participating in these events and other no-cost hiring services that the department provides, such as Maine’s Job Bank, should contact their local CareerCenter. CareerCenters offer a variety of workshops and services to help people find employment or upgrade skills. Each center provides several public-access computer workstations with Microsoft Office software for resume writing and cover letter, Internet access and O’Net software for skills assessment. All CareerCenter services are free of charge. Maine CareerCenters are an equal opportunity provider. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

 

Governor LePage Announces Judicial Re-Appointments

Contact: Adrienne Bennett, Press Secretary, 207-287-2531

AUGUSTA – Governor Paul R. LePage today announced the re-appointments of four seated members of the District, Superior and Supreme Courts. Governor LePage re-nominated Richard Mulhern and Patricia Worth to District Court, Mary Michaela Murphy to Superior Court and Ellen Ann Gorman to Supreme Court.

“As Governor, I have the utmost respect and have been impressed with the high quality work of the Judicial Branch. In choosing judges, my focus is on the qualifications, demeanor, and integrity of the candidates, not politics. These nominees reflect those priorities,” said Governor LePage. “I am confident that these reappointments will continue to live up to the high standards we expect from Maine judges.”

Governor John Baldacci appointed Judge Richard Mulhern, a resident of Falmouth, to the District Court in 2007. Mulhern worked at Sulloway & Hollis, a private firm, prior to joining the Maine District Court. He is a graduate of the University of Maine Orono and the University of Maine School of Law.

Governor Angus King appointed Judge Patricia Worth, a resident of Belfast, to the District Court in 2000. Worth worked at Woodward Law Office prior to joining the Maine District Court. She has also served as Assistant District Attorney in Sagadahoc, Lincoln, Knox and Waldo Counties. Worth is a graduate of Boston University and the University of Maine School of Law.

Governor John Baldacci appointed Justice Mary Michaela Murphy, resident of Rome, to the Superior Court in 2007. Murphy was a partner at Jabar, Batten Ringer and Murphy prior to joining the Maine Superior Court. She is a graduate of the University of California at Berkeley and the University of Maine School of Law.

Governor John Baldacci appointed Ellen Ann Gorman, Associate Justice of the Maine Supreme Judicial Court, resident of Portland, in 2007. Governor John McKernan and Governor Angus King previously appointed Gorman for the District Court and Superior Court. Prior to being seated on the bench she worked as Commissioner at the Maine Workers’ Compensation Commission and in private practice at Richardson, Tyler & Troubh. She is a graduate of Trinity College and of Cornell Law School.

All Gubernatorial Judicial nominations will be heard by Judiciary Committee of the 127th Legislature and public hearings will be scheduled in the near term by the Committee.

 

Franklin Health Stress Reduction Program Starting in March

Participants will learn to apply mindfulness practice to stressors

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Franklin Memorial Hospital (FMH) is once again offering its intensive nine-session stress reduction program that is designed to teach participants scientifically proven practical skills to reduce stress and improve overall health and happiness. Program instructors are Dr. Kathleen Hickey and physician assistant Tim Davis.

 

“The course is designed for adults and the skills gained will help participants apply mindfulness practice to the many life stressors in everyday life,” said Dr. Kathleen Hickey. “Mindfulness means being completely in touch with the present moment in a non judgmental fashion. Several formal mindfulness practices will be taught including very basic yoga; however, no prior experience with yoga is necessary to take the class.”

 

The course is consists of eight consecutive 2.5–3 hour sessions and includes an all-day retreat on Saturday, April 25. Participants should be committed to performing one hour of daily practice and homework to learn and practice mindfulness meditation, Hatha yoga, and body scan.

 

A past participant stated, “This class has been a great experience. I have gained a renewed sense of balance and community, a deeper level of relaxation, and an understanding of the forces that contribute to both stress and true relaxation.”

 

Anyone interested in the program is asked to complete the prescreening form that is available from the FMH Education Department by calling 779-2381 and attend the orientation session taking place on Thursday, March 5 at 6 p.m. in the hospital’s Bass Room. After attending the orientation, participants can decide if they would like to move forward with the complete course.

 

The cost of the program is based on a sliding scale fee according to household income. The cost is: $150 for incomes less than $25,000; $250 for incomes $25,000–$50,000; and $350 for incomes greater than $50,000 per year. Anyone who is unable to afford the cost of the course should ask about available scholarships.

 

Accommodations will be made for participants with physical disabilities.

 

For additional information contact the FMH Education Department by calling 779-2381.

 

Our Plan Helps Senior Citizens Stay in Their Homes

We all know senior citizens who worked hard their whole lives, but now find themselves facing financial uncertainty. My tax reform plan helps them stay in their homes.

Hello, this is Governor Paul LePage.

This cold winter reminds us of the less fortunate who are struggling to heat their homes and pay their bills. Maine senior citizens are among them.

Our tax reform plan protects seniors from local property tax increases. Giving state aid to local government has not resulted in lower taxes for Mainers.

Property tax relief programs should focus on individual homeowners instead of municipalities. That’s why our plan gives relief directly to the taxpayer.

Our plan doubles the homestead exemption for seniors. The first $20,000 of their home’s value will be exempt from property tax.

Our plan also increases the property tax fairness credit from $900 to $1,500 for those over 65. This is direct property tax relief to seniors and other Mainers on fixed incomes.

Senior citizens should not be forced to leave their homes because local officials failed to reduce their property taxes.

Our plan also makes Maine a more attractive home for young retirees to launch a second career and for seniors to retire in comfort.

The plan cuts the tax burden by $300 million for Mainers, reduces taxes on all pensions and eliminates taxes on military pensions.

Our plan also eliminates Maine’s estate tax and creates a sales tax fairness credit to offset any increase in sales taxes.  

Under this plan, our Maine seniors will see more money in their checking accounts. It will also keep wealthier Maine seniors in our state. Too many seniors change their legal residence to other states because of Maine’s high taxes. To make it more affordable for them to stay here after retirement, we will exempt pension income up to $35,000 from state income tax.

Our plan also exempts military pensions from state income tax. Maine will join 22 other states that honor veterans by not taxing their pensions. This will encourage retired veterans of all ages to reside in Maine, as well as those launching second careers.

Our plan also protects family businesses and farms by eliminating the “death tax.” Seniors will no longer have to move to other states, and small businesses can keep employing Mainers now and for generations to come.

Our tax reforms are designed to help Mainers age in their homes with dignity. They worked hard all of their lives for their homes. They deserve to keep them.

 

Safety Reminders for Snow Removal

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 19, 2015 MEDIA CONTACT: Julie Rabinowitz, 207-621-5009 Avoid injury when working in dangerous situations, take precautions to protect workers  AUGUSTA—In light of 2015’s heavy snow accumulation and recent news stories of worker injuries related to snow buildup and removal, the Department of Labor reminds Mainers to take precautions to prevent serious injuries while removing snow from driveways and roofs. “No one should ever be injured or killed getting snow off a roof,” stated Governor Paul R. LePage. “Do not take needless risks. Sometimes, we assume we know how to deal with the snow because it becomes routine. However, with these large accumulations, we should remind ourselves to take the right steps and not take safety for granted. Whether we are homeowners or professionals, we should make sure that everyone is safe by being aware of the risks and taking the right precautions.” SafetyWorks!, a program of the Department of Labor, reminds employers that workers going onto a roof to remove or work in snow are required to wear the appropriate fall protection equipment.  Workers who are being asked to remove snow or make repairs to snow- or ice-covered structures, for example, building maintenance workers, may not have experience or training to prepare them. Dangers include falling off roof edges, falling through skylights and falling from ladders and aerial lifts used to access the roof. The heavy accumulation also poses the danger of workers being injured or killed by a roof collapse.  Prior to going on the roof, employers should assess the structure’s ability to support not only the weight of the snow, but also that of the workers and any equipment they will be using. While on the roof, workers should always be alert to unexpected sounds or movement of surfaces that could indicate an imminent collapse. Shoveling or raking a roof can create an unbalanced load on the roof, also leading to collapse. Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards require employers to evaluate hazards and protect workers from falls when working at heights of 4 feet or more above a lower level (1910.23) or 6 feet or more for construction work (1926.501).   Employers with questions about compliance requirements should contact SafetyWorks! at 1-877-SAFE 345 (1-877-723-3345) or http://www.safetyworksmaine.com . SafetyWorks! is not OSHA and cannot issue fines or citations to private businesses. While SafetyWorks! helps businesses of any size, priority is given to small businesses. The program trains about 8,000 people and consults at nearly 1,000 worksites in Maine each year. SafetyWorks! provides a trained consultant with industry-specific expertise who will review the facility by appointment. The consultation may include such elements as recognizing safety hazards, sampling for air and noise exposures, recommending ways to reduce or to eliminate hazards, developing or improving a safety program, complying with federal OSHA regulations and identifying training needs.

 

Dr. Robert Chagrasulis Joins Franklin Health Surgery

Professional interests include trauma, surgical critical care, and sports medicine

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Franklin Memorial Hospital President/CEO Rebecca Arsenault is pleased to announce that surgeon Robert Chagrasulis, MD, joins the staff of Franklin Health Surgery on March 2. Other providers in the practice include Dr. Eric Gunther and Dr. Thomas Marshall.

 

Franklin Health Surgery provides comprehensive evaluation and management of most conditions requiring general surgery, as well as advanced laparoscopic surgery, upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, and stereotactic needle breast biopsy.

 

Before joining Franklin Health Surgery, Dr. Chagrasulis provided general surgery at Calais Regional Hospital in Calais, Maine for the past eight years. He has professional interests in trauma, surgical critical care, and sports medicine.

 

Dr. Chagrasulis completed a fellowship in trauma and surgical intensive care, and a senior general surgery residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Prior to that he completed his residency in general surgery at Maine Medical Center. Dr. Chagrasulis received his medical degree from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine.

 

A native of Maine, Dr. Chagrasulis enjoys humanitarian work in the Dominican Republic during his free time.

 

Franklin Health Surgery is located on the second floor of the Franklin Health Medical Arts Center on the Franklin Memorial Hospital campus. To schedule an appointment call 778-6579.