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Gestational Diabetes and You

… Dr. Pothuloori, an OB/GYN at Methodist Physicians Clinic Women’s Center, uses her experience to help talk with other expecting moms as they test for the disease. “I can relate to my patients … Pothuloori. “It’s a little bit different than what we consider regular diabetes because the way it develops is not necessarily the same. The hormones of pregnancy essentially compete with … diabetes can also have difficulty regulating their own blood sugars after delivery. The best way to protect you and your baby from gestational diabetes is to take care of yourself …
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Pink Out Game Is About Beating One Tough Opponent - Cancer

…   The best moment in the college basketball season happens Sunday, Jan. 26, Omaha World-Herald Tom Shatel writes. It will come in the Creighton-Xavier game, during the media timeout with less than 12 minutes to go in the game. It will occur when 17,000, almost all adorned in pink, stand in unison and …
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Methodist Physicians Clinic Welcomes Dr. Blake Volkmer to Family Medicine Team

… Blake Volkmer, MD, views his relationship with each patient as a partnership. He wants them to buy in to the process of making health care decisions – and understand that he’ll “always have … in to see me, we lock arms, explore their health together and make decisions that fit them best.” Dr. Volkmer loves how family medicine lets him care for patients of all ages and help them … or position that gets that privilege or opportunity like family medicine does,” he said. “I get to see every facet of life. I get to be part of their health care and hear their story.” He …
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Balancing COVID-19 Safety With Summer Fun for the Kids

… School is out, kids are getting restless, and warm weather is beckoning us to get out of the house. How great does throwing a neighborhood block party, attending a county … what’s safe and what’s not for their kids this summer. It’s important to remember that our best tools to slow the spread of COVID-19 are the same things you’ve been hearing about for … among us, including older adults and people with chronic conditions. Staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others from COVID-19, but if you do plan to travel, be honest with …
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Colon Cancer Diagnosis Turns Omaha Man Into Advocate for Health Screenings

… health, he’d tell you it wasn’t at the top of the list. “I was one of those guys who wasn’t best at seeing their primary doctor on a regular basis,” he said. These days, he doesn’t hesitate to see a doctor. Early detection — a colonoscopy — saved his life. Carey was diagnosed with stage 2 colon cancer. Even without a family history, he urged his younger brother to get screened — his colon cancer was more advanced. Both have recovered. “The biggest change we’ve …
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'We Need To Lean on One Another': Managing Mental Health Is Important While Waiting for Medical Procedures

… and the people who provide it? Mental health experts say that seeking support and learning to "let go" are key to managing uncertainty on top of uncertainty. "We are human. We are not designed to be isolative … that people are coping with. Take action, reach out, talk to people, make those phone calls, get up and do something," she said. KMTV: Managing mental health is important while waiting for …
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Athletes Can Turn to Free Sports Injury Clinics in Council Bluffs and Fremont

… might not always know the extent of an injury or what treatment is appropriate. But thanks to a partnership between Methodist and OrthoNebraska , they have timely, economical access to … Bluffs and Fremont.  “By helping our athletes as soon as we can after their injury, we help to get them back in the game safely as soon as possible,” said Rollie Hardies, DC, ATC, LAT, a … St. in Fremont. (402) 727-3329   Methodist in the community The Saturday clinics are just one way Methodist sports medicine providers are making a difference in the community. Methodist …
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Methodist Physicians Clinic Pediatrics Providing Books Through Reach Out and Read

… a foundation for success by incorporating books into pediatric care and encouraging families to read aloud together every day. “We care about literacy,” Dr. Heidi Killefer said at a Tuesday event introducing the program to the public. As part of the program, Killefer and other pediatricians at the clinic are now … handing out age-appropriate books to parents during their children’s wellness visits as a new way to improve literacy in their children. The Daily Nonpareil:  Methodist Physicians Clinic …
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Parents Surprise Methodist Hospital Employee With Big Thank-You. Her Message to Others: Pass it On

… Beaver was leaving her parent’s house in Valley on Sunday when she got a surprise she just had to share.   George, Caryl and Lacy Beaver “The Best Feeling You Can Ever Have” As Beaver was backing out of the driveway, she noticed a plywood … family and people looking out for you, trying to show their appreciation in whatever way is most helpful to get you through these harder times.” Caryl got the idea for the sign after …
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Dr. Brenden Boyle Joins Methodist Physicians Clinic Cardiology Staff

… with new research, imaging techniques and procedures. He also enjoys how it allows him to build fulfilling relationships with patients, their families and his colleagues. Most of all, he loves making a difference in people’s lives. “I get to relive that over and over,” said Dr. Boyle, who sees patients at Methodist Physicians … conditions from multiple perspectives. It’s all possible thanks to a team he believes is the best in the area. “Methodist is really at the forefront of cardiovascular care,” Dr. Boyle said. …