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Her eyes lit up as she answered the question: What made you want to become a medical assistant?“I used to love going to the doctor,” said Tess Petersen, CMA. “I had the best nurse. But it wasn’t the nurse I wanted to be – it was the check-in lady!”Petersen laughed as she told that story and revealed…

A familiar Perry Como song describes the joys of being “Home for the Holidays.” For many families, however, the holiday season can be the most stressful time of the year.Reunions at any time of year tend to have their share of conflict, and holiday gatherings especially can be emotionally charged.Wh…

When Jen Hazel’s mom was diagnosed with breast cancer for a second time 10 years ago at age 66, she wondered whether there may be some hereditary reason for her disease. Her mom decided to undergo genetic testing to see if her daughters might be at risk.“They didn’t find any evidence of hereditary d…

It’s not uncommon for Methodist patients to go out of their way to say “thanks.” Whether it’s through a heartfelt letter, a token of appreciation, an award nomination or a visit to say “thank you” in person, they never cease to amaze us with their kindness, devotion and gratitude.We’ll never be able…

 “I’m thankful for my good health.”“I’m thankful for my Jennie family.”“I’m grateful for life itself.” Windows at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital are covered in color as employees and visitors show their gratitude with graffiti. Hospital guests are invited to grab markers and write not…

Servings: 1Salmon Marinade Ingredients2 tbsp honey2 tbsp lemon juice1 tsp lemon zest1/4 cup cider vinegar2 tbsp vegetable oilpinch of salt and pepper4 oz. Atlantic Salmon FiletOther Ingredients2 oz. baby carrots (approximately about 6-8)2 mint leaves1 cup fresh Brussel sprouts 1 …

Dr. Ryan Isherwood specializes in family medicine at Methodist Physicians Clinic. He enjoys the opportunity to see patients of all ages – often members of an entire family.  …

Birthdays are special. Most people celebrate them every year. They represent new life being brought into the world. But for some women, birthdays may also mark their entrance to the world of high-risk pregnancy.One of the first conversations between an expectant mother and her health care provider i…

 Corky Grimes walked into Methodist Hospital on Nov. 21 – the day before Thanksgiving – with his arms and heart full.He and his wife, Eva, wanted to surprise the staff with pumpkin pie, whipped cream and a big thank-you. Two weeks earlier he had been discharged from the hospital’s oncology floo…

It’s one thing that “freaks out” many new parents a little bit. That little stump on their newborn baby’s tummy from the umbilical cord. It’s weird. It gets crusty. And then it … falls off? Does it hurt?I get a lot of questions from new moms and dads about caring for the umbilica…