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… technician at Methodist Hospital , always says as she leaves a patient’s room: “Ya’ll have a good day, and I hope you feel better.” But those weren’t her last words to Nancy Eisenbarth, who … attached to patients.” “That really meant the world,” Nancy said. “Nobody’s ever done that for me.” And in Brooks’ 30 years with Methodist, nobody’s ever thanked her the way Nancy did. … clean rooms. We need her smile.” In her thank-you letter, Nancy wrote: “God bless all of you for helping me get through this and sending me home healthy and happy.” It’s a testimony to the …

… Saying that the past few years have been hard for many of us may be an understatement. We’ve lived through and continue to face difficult, … of you. Keep your head there, too, and focus on what’s happening now. Unplug. Turn off the news and limit your time on social media. Those breaking news sound bites can be a lot to take … take action if you’re going beyond what’s normal and acceptable. The strategies above are a good place to start, but it’s OK to seek help. Consider speaking with a professional if the …

… to insulate ourselves from emotional or physical harm, and they help us set rules and limits for ourselves. Boundaries are often divided into three categories:  Physical boundaries dictate … a healthy life. Among the benefits: Your needs are met You’re able to feel productive You have good self-esteem and focus on self-validation You experience less frustration, anger and … usually have the most complicated boundaries. No surprise there. They can create challenges for the whole family. Work: Many people struggle with taking on too much work, properly …

… stone, then returned to the unit before being discharged. In all, Marcia was at the hospital for about 12 hours. But in that time, one nurse made an unforgettable impact on her.   Small … and she would look at me right in the eye. She was so intentional while getting me prepared for the next stage – taking me to the OR. Everything she did was clockwork.” Meanwhile, Warner … this award was a bit uncomfortable,” she said. “I kept thinking that I work with so many good nurses, and this award could go to any of them. I guess I'm surprised by the response to my …

… local grocery store, it’s important to take stock of what you have at home and make a plan for what you need. Prepare a weekly meal plan around grocery store flyers. This is important to … likely to wander the grocery store, adding unnecessary items to your cart. If you’re looking for meal ideas, MyPlate has great recipe guides that allow you to choose the cost of a meal and … meals for your family that are inexpensive but nutritious can be difficult. But with a good plan, you can ease that stress and stay within budget. Methodist Nutrition Services intern …

… at  Methodist Hospital , wanted to find a way to help motivate her patients and recognize them for completing therapy tasks. While looking for something to help them remember their accomplishments, she found a certificate template … these points on the board or even just a blank piece of paper saying that they did something good for the day, and they see how excited we are about it, which gets them a little more …

… on your emotional and psychological well-being. And physically, it can put you at greater risk for: Joint pain and orthopedic injuries High blood pressure Heart disease Stroke Type 2 diabetes … answer seems simple: Just lose the weight! But it really isn’t always so simple.   Candidates for Weight Loss Surgery Many people might assume that someone hundreds of pounds overweight would … you’re not ready to commit to the lifestyle changes required after surgery. No matter how good the surgeon is, no matter what the surgery is, if you don’t make a conscious effort to eat …

… sight of the main nurse’s station so she could be closely monitored. In addition to caring for Gabriella, Childress-Banks paid special attention to needs of the patient’s mother – also … had enough time to give to me even though I was just the mother of the patient.”   Providing for Specific Needs Gabriella, who recently turned 20, started experiencing psychological distress … their stories.” Childress-Banks has worked in Fremont for three years, and she has nothing but good things to say about her colleagues. “We’re like family,” she said. “It’s truly a close-knit …

… around all of them and trying to learn what they’ve learned,” Mike said.   “It’s so helpful for patients to know they’re not alone,” said Sarah Cockle, PT, DPT, Methodist Hospital’s service leader for therapy services. “Oftentimes it’s a reality check because you may be going through this, but … There is a future for you somewhere out there. You just have to find it and rebuild it. And a good place to start looking is at your hospital,” Mike said. After many years of hearing a …

… there and made it known that he was going to continue sitting there with me as long as it took for me to understand everything,” Aaron said. “He made it very apparent that no matter what was … who’s used to always being on the go. Still, he said, it was a small price to pay for the news that soon followed. Newfound Energy and Outlook on Life Aaron had his final scan in January, … to some, Aaron welcomes his new routine – and his newfound energy. “Most days are good days,” he said. “I don’t need a pot a coffee to feel alive anymore.” And when asked if he …