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… of cases has already far surpassed the 2024 U.S. total of 285,  according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) . There's also a common thread: Most cases involve unvaccinated people. While there are no known cases in the Omaha area, it's still a good time to address some common questions, concerns and myths about measles and its vaccine.     … with kids Measles and its vaccine can be confusing and overwhelming, especially with the news of outbreaks and the availability of misinformation online. I can state with complete …

… care of patient and care of family, and she never missed, in my opinion, doing the right thing for Gary and his care.” Because of her impact on the Landas family, Jessica White, RN, recently … the Landas family was prepared to take Gary off the ventilator because he’d been at Methodist for over a month with no signs of improvement. That’s also when the family learned that he was an … about their experiences and developed a strong bond. And even though Cathy knew she was in good hands with any nurse at Methodist, there was something that stood out about White. “It was …

… my family, I didn’t have any help,” she said. “I knew I needed to find someone who was ready for that responsibility – someone who wanted a baby.” An adoption agency helped her find that … on a bit of a different role.” Knowing that biological mothers who relinquish their babies for adoption are at greater risk for postpartum depression and other mental health concerns, Dr. … time to bond with Baby and share lots of newborn firsts with Lynn. Being in that space “felt good,” Julie said, thanks largely to nurse Jen Farrell, BSN, RN, and the rest of the hospital’s …

… said. “They feel passionate about not only volunteering but also what Jennie Edmundson stands for, what it means to their community and the impact they have on their community. For me, that’s been the best part of the job – getting to know everybody and what their ‘why’ … a month. But helping just one day or a few hours a day to benefit someone, that makes you feel good. I feel very blessed if I can help somebody through any little bit I do.” And while Booton …

… get them checked.” His first full-body skin exam was in 2006. He returned the following year for another routine check. He nearly walked away scot-free. “I almost told him he could stand up – that he was good to go,” Dr. DeBates said. “That’s when he pointed to his leg and asked me, ‘What do you … Dr. DeBates, who specializes in Mohs micrographic surgery, wasted no time. He removed the mole for further evaluation. An Unforgettable Diagnosis While much of that appointment remains a blur …

… There are others risking their health and the safety of their families by simply showing up for a job that chose them. There are others who obsess over their hygiene and recount their every … has showed me the importance and value of routine, family, friends and more importantly, good co-workers. I work on a floor where everyone has your back. Without that, working through a … even more challenging.” – Lauren Jaworski, BSN, RN,  Methodist Hospital “I’m very thankful for the opportunity to work directly with patients who are in the COVID-19 crisis, but I’m even …

… making your mental health just as much of a priority as your physical health. Get Organized News of this pandemic is everywhere. Every time you turn on the TV, scroll through your Facebook … reminders. If your daughter tells you on Monday about an online test she has scheduled for Friday, stop what you’re doing. Set an alarm for Wednesday night to go over the material with … distraction, mistakes are inevitable during stressful times. Now, more than ever, it’s a good idea that you double-check, proofread and give that document, email or instant message …

… from slowing down. “I like to think I’m a pretty active and busy woman,” she said. With a love for international travel, she and her husband have been to France, Italy and Cambodia in just the past year. Although retired, she works part-time for Millard Public Schools. Her eyes light up when she talks about the special needs students she … to claim the highest surgical volume in the area. “I think that says that our hospital has a good reputation for care and that our patients trust us,” he said. In LeAnna’s case, she was …

… Call Center last spring when his cellphone rang. It was his teenage son’s school, relaying news that he had been suspended after an incident. “I knew he’d been having a rough week with … Women’s Hospital and their hospital-based clinics, and Methodist is exploring opportunities for expansion. At Methodist, over two dozen volunteer peer responders are trained to take … he said. “I’m not a fixer, but I do like to be a sounding board. I was thinking it would be good to have a responder who wasn’t on the medical side.”  Knowing how valuable the program could …

… contribute to providing  The Meaning of Care . To explore career opportunities at Methodist, visit bestcare.org/jobs . Rollie Hardies, DC, MBA, AT-Ret., LSSBB Manager of Operational …   Tell us a little about yourself. I love being a part of the Operational Innovation team for the Methodist Health System. Based at the 825 Building, our three-person team has the great … huddles, and share continuous improvement-focused leader education. In 2006, I began working for Jennie Edmundson in the Sports Medicine Department, providing casual medical coverage as a …