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… in his legs because of neuropathy, had recently purchased a van equipped with hand controls to help him drive and plenty of space to stow his mobility scooter. His first order of business … certified driver instructor. “No, you can. You just need to learn how to do it in a different way.”   Determined To Remain Independent Drivers can be referred to the program by a primary care … use it,” Paul said. “It’s going to make my life so much better because I’m going to be able to get out and go when I want to go.” …

… When it comes to cancer, it’s normal for everything to feel scary – especially treatment. Many patients seem to … unique. And at Methodist, you’ve got an entire team ready to walk with you every step of the way. Who It’s For The treatment of most cancers involve a combination of surgery, chemotherapy, … as close to the tumor(s) as possible – and sometimes even directly into the tumor(s).    Side Effects Most patients tolerate radiation well without severe side effects. When a patient …

… drinks alcohol and has never smoked, but Marti Shearman-Lasher admits she’s “bad at going to the doctor.” “Honestly, I haven’t had great luck with many of them,” the 39-year-old wife and … to make it to her son’s basketball game. “I told my husband, ‘You go to the game. When you get back, I may need you to take me to the hospital.’” A Surgical Solution On the way to the hospital, Marti’s pain had made it difficult for her to think of anything but the …

… running smoothly. When employees file help tickets, Rush and his colleagues are there to lend a hand – traveling for in-person support, when necessary.  “Every day is different,” Rush … might be a new piece of hardware or it might be a new process.” His love for learning extends to some of his favorite hobbies – medieval reenactment and study through the Society for Creative … passing on that knowledge just as much as learning it himself. Teaching others, he said, is a way to honor previous generations. “That’s part of the reason I like to continue teaching classes …

… face surgery, chemotherapy or radiation, patients are curious about what treatments will work best and what each type means for recovery. So where do we begin when it comes to lung cancer treatment?   Lung Cancer Treatment Starts With Staging Any lung cancer treatment … of complications from surgery, chemotherapy, radiation and targeted therapies. Again, your best chance for beating lung cancer is to find it early. If you have any questions about your …

… Every August, National Breastfeeding Month, marks a renewed effort to celebrate, support and promote breastfeeding. Yet, some of the questions I receive from … available for inpatient and outpatient support at Methodist allows us to provide the best evidence-based care in helping families meet their feeding goals and troubleshoot complex issues.  What’s truly best? Fed or breast? Fed is absolutely the first priority. Breast milk has unique advantages, and …

… Drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro, used to treat type 2 diabetes, have been gaining a lot of popularity,with people getting prescribed them to lose weight. But several people with type 2 diabetes here in the metro are struggling to find the injectable for their medical needs. Dr. Avin Pothuloori with Methodist Health System …

… this impact will be on our early pregnancy patients because we haven't seen it long enough to look at the data yet. We don't know how its affecting those in the first and second … immune suppression that happens in pregnancy, and that's the reason that we often see women get more sick from viral illnesses," Patel said. KETV: Pregnant women may have higher risk of complications due to COVID-19, according to study …

… neighbor got a brand-new red-white-and-blue Medicare card with a new number, and you didn’t get one. Just be patient: Your card probably isn’t lost or stolen, and the long wait is just … Cynde McCall, director of health access at Methodist Health System. Omaha World-Herald: Didn't Get New Medicare Card Yet? Here's What You Should Know   …

… 8 North visited Brookstone Meadows this Valentine’s Day. They had a few special deliveries to make. “One of the girls cut out a bunch of Valentines for our team to decorate,” said Jessie Fechner, BSN, RN, service leader for Methodist Hospital 8 North, “and … our entire team that was out there. It brought smiles to everyone’s faces and it was a good way to give back.”   …