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Dr. Hartman Now Seeing Cardiology Patients at Methodist Physicians Clinic Westroads Office Park

For Herbert A. Hartman III, MD, being a cardiologist is satisfying on two levels: He likes the … loves the opportunity to really get to know people. “I enjoy being a cardiologist particularly for the ongoing relationships with the patients,” said Dr. Hartman, a Fellow of the American … with UnityPoint Health/St. Luke's Regional Medical Center and Cardiovascular Associates PC, both in Sioux City, Iowa. “I’m very excited to be coming back to Omaha to practice,” he said. …
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6 Small Lifestyle Changes That Can Lead to Big Results

… than they can chew. Some people get rid of all the processed foods in their houses and sign up for daily exercise classes. They’re committed! That enthusiasm is admirable, but those kinds of … we aim too high too fast and don’t reach our goals, leaving us feeling defeated. The case for small changes You may be familiar with the “butterfly effect” – small changes over time … your daily schedule. Just think: If you were to lose a half-pound per week, you’d be down 26 pounds in a year! Slow and steady Remember, you didn’t wake up and suddenly have this …
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Dr. Lancaster Among Medicaid Provider Award Recipients The inaugural honorees of the Nebraska Medicaid Provider Awards are:

… Thank you to Dr. Henry ‘Hank’ Sakowski, Dr. Sharon Hammer, and Dr. Rebecca Lancaster for their dedication and service to the people of Nebraska through our Medicaid program.” Gov. … Creighton University School of Medicine, Dr. Lancaster has served patients in the Omaha area for 11 years.  She is the 2018 recipient of the Centene/Nebraska Total Care Physician Summit … of psychiatry at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC).  In practice for more than 26 years, Dr. Hammer joined UNMC in 2005 with the goal of establishing a specialized psychiatric …
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Gestational Diabetes and You

… too surprised by the results. With a family history of diabetes, she was almost prepared for the news she tested positive for gestational diabetes. “I remember thinking, ‘Well, this is not … to regulate blood sugars. “Gestational diabetes develops in pregnancy approximately around 26 to 28 weeks gestation,” said Dr. Pothuloori. “It’s a little bit different than what we …
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Neonatal Nurses: the Sweetest Treats for Several NICU Families

… might be an understatement. This is their third experience with a NICU baby. Libby (short for Elizabeth) was born at 29 weeks, weighing just over 3 pounds. “Libby is so sweet. She really … RN, one of Libby’s primary NICU nurses. With two brothers at home (Peyton, 4, born at 26 weeks and Parker, 2, born at 34 weeks), Libby has had to share Mom and Dad’s time and attention for more than nine weeks. “When I’m here, I’m here,” Anna said. “When I’m at home, I’m at home. I …
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What Teen Dating Violence Looks Like and How You Can Prevent It

… want them to make great friends, go to school dances and date – even if you’re not quite ready for that last one.    But when you do talk to your teen about dating and relationships, make sure … happens with shocking frequency in teen relationships.  In a survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 26% of women and 15% of men said they experienced intimate partner violence for the first time …
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Methodist hospitals recognized for high-quality maternity care

… by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) with a Blue Distinction ® Centers (BDC) for Maternity Care designation as part of the  Blue Distinction Specialty Care program . To earn … each facility must deliver quality care safely and effectively. The Blue Distinction Centers for Maternity Care program plays a key role in the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association’s (BCBSA)  … care compared to non-Blue Distinction Center facilities, with overall average rates of 26% lower episiotomies, 60% fewer elective deliveries and 17% lower C-section births – all  of …
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Four organizations bringing integrated care to the Metro

… organizations with more than 400 years of service to the Omaha community are coming together for the Kountze Commons Project, an initiative to feed and provide integrated care for those in need in the Metro area. The 17,506 square foot Kountze Commons building will be the … Methodist Community Health Clinic will begin providing medical care to the underserved at the 26 th & Douglas location. With seven exam rooms and nearly double the prior space, Methodist …
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COVID-19 Resources

For more information on COVID-19, access the following organizations: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention World Health Organization Nebraska Department of Health and Human Service Iowa Department of Public Health Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Resources for Older Adults, Family Caregivers Emmi has  several free programs  to help you and your family …