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… Andy Sass, BSN, RN, is the epidemiology service leader for Methodist Hospital, Methodist Women’s Hospital and Methodist Physicians Clinic. In his role, he works to develop policies and processes to help staff members provide the best care possible. He previously spent eight years caring for patients in the Acute Care for …

… of Excellence awards recognize organizations that have achieved the 95th percentile or higher for any of a set of designated survey measures, including Likelihood to Recommend, Overall Rating and Teamwork. Pinnacle of Excellence awards recognize the best of the best – up to four top performers in the aforementioned categories for the three-year …

… life. As the home of the area’s largest OB/GYN practice, Methodist has the variety and depth to pair you with the OB/GYN that best suits your personality and needs.  …

… be chatting with a patient about their family or hobbies. And she wouldn’t have it any other way. “It means the world to me to know that people trust you in sometimes really difficult moments, sometimes really … and feeling a strong connection to women experiencing menopause. She also has expertise caring for transgender and gender-expansive patients, as well as other members of the LGBTQ+ community. …

… As if being pregnant during a pandemic isn’t challenging enough, you’re now faced with trying to decide whether the COVID-19 vaccine is right for you. Is it safe? Will my baby receive some … pockets of low vaccination numbers or a lack of community measures to prevent spread. So the best way for a pregnant woman to protect herself is to consider getting vaccinated after discussing it …

… COVID-19 vaccine distribution ramps up, so might the likelihood of Americans actually getting to choose which vaccine they receive when eligible. While all three vaccines cleared for emergency use perform extremely well against hospitalizations and deaths, there are some key … choice when your time comes, great. Consider that a luxury. If you don’t, let me be clear: The best vaccine is the one you’re offered first. Don’t think for a minute that if you wait a bit …

… It’s no secret that the COVID-19 Omicron variant has made its way into our community. Early research – and perhaps personal experience – indicate that it’s more contagious than previous variants, leading to a record number of COVID cases and more breakthrough infections than we’ve seen all pandemic. … the grocery store or any other public indoor place. Avoid unnecessary exposure by using your best judgement and weighing the risk. If the trip doesn’t benefit your child’s health and …

… As we’re being asked to practice social distancing and stay inside, many people are taking advantage of this extra … binge watching is, working on a project can give you a mental boost, and it can be an activity for your whole family. If you’re struggling for ideas or motivation, read on.   Get Organized … and share on social media. This is so fun to do! Everyone has to cook, and what better way to use this time than to take on a new recipe or technique? Turn to YouTube for help in …

… our dogs. We love all animals and are long-term vegetarians who have recently transitioned to being vegan.  We enjoy watching Nebraska and Oklahoma State football, Seattle Mariners … an opinion on a restaurant, we probably have one.   How did you meet? We met the old-fashioned way – on Match.com. KC was out on a run on the Big Papio Trail on a terribly hot, humid day. She … an employee number; you’re just there to do the job. Methodist wants their employees to be the best people they can be, because caring comes from people, not from employee numbers. Since …

… of us will agree that diving into vigorous activity or sports without warming up is a recipe for trouble. What we may not agree on is what constitutes a proper warm-up.  So what’s the most effective way to prevent injuries and improve performance? The answer may surprise you. Static stretching has …