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… she said.   COVID-19 Brings Surprise Symptom: Pain As an asthmatic, Becca was at high risk for complications if infected with COVID-19.  “It started out kind of slow, and then all of a sudden it wasn’t slow,” she said. “I was very, very sick for 15 days, to the point that it was all very hazy. I was doing breathing treatments at home. To … you,” she said. “You either make the choice to let it go on without you, or you do your best to keep up. So that’s what I’m doing.” She’s grateful to have Dr. Stephenson managing her …

Methodist Hospital Methodist Hospital in Omaha provides quality health care to the region in areas including… Other Affiliates Best Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fremont Health Foundation Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital Foundation Methodist Hospital Foundatio…

… overlooked component of exercise and recreational activity. Adequate tissue length is needed for performance of sport specific movements, and it reduces the chance of injury. Here are a few … lean forward at the waist until a stretch is felt in your low back and hamstrings. Guidelines for stretching When you stretch before play, keep these five tips in mind: Perform a general … Stretch to the end point of your range of motion. Perform 3 to 5 repetitions. If, despite your best stretching, still have trouble with a strain or sprain, talk with your Methodist Physicians …

… Mikail Kraft, DO , is committed to providing the best care possible to his patients, but he doesn’t take himself too seriously. “I love the fact … Outside of work, the Omaha native can be found spending time with his family and cheering for the Kansas City Chiefs. He also believes in the importance of nutrition and exercise, and he …

… their postpartum journey or menopause and beyond, Stephanie Harris, MD, FACOG , enjoys caring for women through every stage of their lives. “All of these life transitions are important and … her mom was a nurse, but Dr. Harris credits her high school biology and anatomy classes for inspiring her to pursue it as a career. Dr. Harris enjoys the balance of working in the … because all of that plays into what our treatment plan is going to be and what’s going to work best for them.” She considers the most important part of the provider-patient relationship is the …

… is to prevent mosquito bites.  Preventing mosquito bites Apply an insect repellant. The best repellants contain DEET, picaridin, IR3535 or some oil of lemon eucalyptus and … breeding grounds. If stagnant water cannot be removed, report it to the health department for treatment. Read more about fighting common summer bug bites . Signs and symptoms of West Nile … and body aches Joint pain Vomiting Diarrhea Rash  Fatigue and weakness These symptoms can last for weeks, but most people will recover.  Roughly one in 150 infected people will develop a …

… to excellence in health care and collaboration with community leaders to build support for their hospital. Dr. Waring joined the medical staff at Memorial Hospital of Dodge County (now … Health) in 1961 as an eye, ear, nose and throat physician. He retired in 2001 after practicing for 40 years in Fremont. Dr. Waring was appointed to the Board of Trustees for Fremont Area … community confidence that the decision to partner with Methodist Health System was in the best interests of the organization and the community,” Richmond said. Dr. Waring has served …

… – be able to make a difference in people’s lives.” She eventually discovered a fascination for general surgery and the hands-on skill it required. But it wasn’t until her third year of … or cancer,” she said. “Even the patient who wants a cosmetic procedure done is coming to you for a reason. And seeing your patients more confident in their own skin is definitely … listened to – that all their questions were answered. I want them to feel like they’re in the best hands possible.” Whether she’s gardening, reading or relaxing at her family’s lake house in …

… of injuries as a young athlete and some early encounters with sports medicine physicians for initially piquing his interest in the idea of medical school. Once he got there, he … well-established cardiothoracic surgical program and grateful to be learning from some of the best in the field. But The Meaning of Care , he said, is what really drew him to Methodist. “It’s …

… between the patient and the doctor is incredibly important,” said Dr. Edgar, who is now caring for patients at Methodist Physicians Clinic and Methodist Fremont Health . “I want my patients to truly trust that I’ve got their best interests in mind, and I want to be able to trust that they’re also working toward a similar … we’re all working toward the same thing – to lead a long, happy, healthy life.” When caring for hospitalized patients, the dynamic can be different, he said, but no less important. “You’re …