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… 2001 began a downward spiral for Angela Kingsley’s faith in the health care system. That’s when she was diagnosed with thyroid … assured her that her enlarged thyroid was nothing to worry about. Although she was grateful for a full recovery, Angela said it didn’t negate all the misdiagnoses and impersonal health care … surrounding each diagnosis. No matter those circumstances, my job is to give each patient the best care possible – and that really looks different for everyone.” For Angela, it meant a …

…   Like they had so many times before, Nebraska Methodist College students were settling in for class Tuesday. But this wouldn’t be a normal morning. An instructor writing on a board … and Methodist Women’s hospital – to demonstrate tactics employed on a case-by-case basis to best address patient needs.  “Anytime you’re looking at something that is so time-sensitive and … time-critical, you practice it,” said Pam Stout, MSN, RN, SCRN , stroke program coordinator for Methodist Hospital, Methodist Women’s Hospital and Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital. “We …

… OMAHA –  In 2015, Methodist Women’s Hospital will care for well over 600 babies in their Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and with 28 private beds currently … to expand the current NICU space to 51 private beds and also provide a private family lounge for parents to relax and rest during their baby’s stay. The announcement was made earlier today … for each baby which is vital. Research clearly shows that the smallest NICU babies do the best when they are in private rooms.” At a cost of $19.3 million, the NICU expansion was launched …

… you’ve heard over and over that the coronavirus attacks the lungs. As you monitor your body for symptoms, you’ve been on the lookout for dry cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing. But are you also looking for signs of stroke? As coronavirus disease (COVID-19) continues to spread throughout the world, …

… Many people, especially men, don’t visit the doctor’s office – or even start thinking about their health – until something doesn’t … the better off you’re going to be in the long run.   In Your 20s I’d love if it became normal for guys to establish a relationship with a primary care provider during their 20s. This is a … as coping mechanisms. When I talk to men in their 20s and 30s, I’m trying to set a foundation for success. If positive lifestyle choices become habits early on, chances are likely that men …

… home in the middle of January. Even though his family was receiving food stamps, he had to visit the local payday loan store several times to feed his children. Kirby was suspended from school, which meant he didn’t eat much for a couple days. He was also sent to the local juvenile detention center for trying to sell a stolen stereo at a pawn shop – but at least it meant he was safe and fed. …

… 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 …

… the benefits of working out? Nope! You just need to HIIT it! What is HIIT? HIIT, an acronym for High Intensity Interval Training, helps increase fat burning and improve endurance. The … and make yourself a little uncomfortable. Listen to your body and know that you are the best judge of how hard you should workout.  HIIT will make you breathe harder, increase your heartrate and work up a sweat. You can do the exercise for 20 seconds on, 20 seconds off – or do 10 repetitions of the exercise, rest 30 seconds and do …

… all these things that could happen when with small kids. You know the thyroid removal, I think for a lot of people is an easier situation because it is just the thyroid's removed and usually a … my arm, so I couldn't again, couldn't pick up my kids, I couldn't lift them, I couldn't reach for things, I couldn't put my own clothes on myself. My ability to speak for myself was taken …

… distance and follow precautions. Many seniors and those in nursing homes – or anyone at risk for serious illness from COVID-19 – are still taking extra precautions and isolating from their family and friends.   Reducing contact with other people is one of the best ways to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. But when someone becomes socially isolated, it’s not only harmful to their mental and physical health – it’s also much harder for a loved one to catch the warning signs of suicide . With the pandemic continuing, let’s …