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9 Methodist Orthopedic Specialists Join MD West One, Open New Orthopedic Urgent Care

… of Methodist Physicians Clinic Orthopedics are joining MD West ONE on March 1, 2020, to provide the most advanced, efficient and cost-effective orthopedic, neurosurgery and spine … information on the MD West ONE and Methodist Physicians Clinic Orthopedics partnership, please visit www.mdwestone.com/methodist .               …
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PTSD, Depression and Health Care Workers: They Need Help - and Fast

… indicates that statistically, 16% of health care workers were experiencing symptoms related to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), that's gone up to 36% here since the pandemic hit in 2020," said Laura Fischer, a Clinical Manager with … McElderry with the Methodist Community Counseling Program outlines what we need to look out for if someone is struggling. "Is that particular person having a significant change in their …
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April Haldeman, LIMHP

…   April Haldeman, LIMHP April Haldeman, MS, LIMHP, always knew she wanted to make a difference in the lives of others. That’s why she believes the Methodist Community Counseling Program is such a good fit for her. She recalls one of her favorite moments as a practitioner: “I worked with a teen mom … Haldeman said. “I ran into her a few years later, and she was doing great! It’s satisfying to know that clients go on and do very well.” Haldeman especially enjoys helping clients address …
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Iowa Moves Up in State Health Rankings

… Iowa moved up from 22nd to 17th this year in United Health Foundation’s state health rankings – but still has some things … drink to excess, compared with the national average of 16 percent, the report stated. The best and worst states were Tennessee at 11.2 percent and North Dakota at 24.7 percent, … behavioral and physical health, said Dr. Thomas McElderry, lead physician and medical director for urgent care at Methodist Physicians Clinic. Daily Nonpareil: Report: Iowa Among Worst When it …
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Doctor Thrilled by New Shingles Vaccine

… that ghost of chicken pox past that’s undoubtedly hiding in your nervous system, waiting for a chance to make a comeback with a blistering rash and persistent nerve pain. Shingles and chicken pox are … for people age 50 and older. And this new one is more than 90 percent effective. The best news, said Dr. Rudolf Kotula , an infectious disease physician with Methodist Physicians …
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Feeling Stressed? Here Are 2 Relaxation Techniques You Can Try Today

… over and over: Unprecedented events. Uncertain and difficult times. The new normal.  Any way you put it, our lives today are stressful. On top of the normal stress and anxiety our daily lives bring, now we’re forced to navigate with COVID-19 constantly in mind. Stress affects our thoughts, feelings and behavior. … There are numerous approaches to managing stress , and everyone has their own formula for success. Below are two relaxation techniques you may not have tried.   Guided Imagery This …
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Breastfeeding Mamas, Know Your Rights

… time I see a mom feeding her baby from one of those yellow Medela® collection bottles, I think to myself, “Gosh, I hope she’s feeding from that bottle because she wants to or needs to – not … feel uncomfortable.” Let me preface the topic of breastfeeding in public by saying whichever way you choose to feed is entirely up to you and baby. But choosing not to breastfeed in public … , your employer is required to allow you to pump breast milk as frequently as you need to and for a “reasonable” amount of time each break, for up to a year after your baby is born. Your …
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Leaving home for the first time: Tips for young adults and parents

… When young adults move away from home for the first time, it’s a big step. Whether it’s a student going to college or a young person entering the workforce, there are almost always adjustments to be … or loss, and they’re naturally worried about what may happen to a child as they make their way into the world.  These ideas can help parents cope: Embrace the change: Don’t compare this to
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Methodist Women's Hospital Outreach Program

… The mission of the Methodist Women's Hospital Outreach Department is to ensure healthy pregnancies through the expertise of neonatal and maternal-fetal medicine specialists while helping referring physicians continue caring for high-risk patients in their communities.  Should a higher level of care be necessary, our … specialized care.  Goals To assist community hospital staff and physicians in providing the best possible care and keep as many obstetrical patients as possible in their communities. To
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Skin Cancer

… Why Methodist? Methodist offers Mohs micrographic surgery, an advanced outpatient technique for removing skin cancer that boasts a 99% cure rate for certain diagnoses. Our team of … head and neck oncologists and surgical oncologists offers a collaborative approach to treating basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma. We also offer clinical … provide routine skin cancer screenings, they also offer instruction for self-exams –  your best chance at early detection. …