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… sight of the main nurse’s station so she could be closely monitored. In addition to caring for Gabriella, Childress-Banks paid special attention to needs of the patient’s mother – also … had enough time to give to me even though I was just the mother of the patient.”   Providing for Specific Needs Gabriella, who recently turned 20, started experiencing psychological distress … with her and engaging in conversation. Childress-Banks said that the patients are easily the best part of working as a behavioral health nurse at Methodist. “You get to see them arrive in …

… never been able to keep that secret,” Morrison aid. “I just figured that if we were down there for someone being recognized for their care, it would have to be her, because she’s the best.” After a few more moments of confusion, the truth dawned on Morrison. She was the one being …

… there and made it known that he was going to continue sitting there with me as long as it took for me to understand everything,” Aaron said. “He made it very apparent that no matter what was … who’s used to always being on the go. Still, he said, it was a small price to pay for the news that soon followed. Newfound Energy and Outlook on Life Aaron had his final scan in January, … hard for Aaron to explain the feeling that came over him at that appointment, but he tried his best to document the moment with a selfie on Instagram. Tagging Methodist Health System , Aaron …

… path to receiving a life-changing robotic surgery started with an unusual cough. As West cared for his terminally ill wife in 2020, he developed his own health issues. Near the end of his … cough up. It felt like something was blocking the airway.” West lived with his symptoms for years, but things came to a head last summer after he chased his son’s loose dog. “I was … your body,” West said. “Dr. Trujillo said, ‘I think if we do this robotically, it would be the best outcome.’ She was very good at explaining the surgery, and I felt confident.”     …

… job in construction as a plumber, but he’s struggled getting a good night of sleep for years.    Duane Short, 69, has had difficulty sleeping for more than 20 years after being diagnosed with sleep apnea in his 40s.  Thanks to … but are distinct from each other. When we have a team-based approach, we’re able to offer the best possible patient care.”  …

… In the spring of 2023, Jim McCoy went to Methodist Hospital for what he thought would be a routine back surgery. By time he left, he’d learned he had a rare … MD, an anesthesiologist with Anesthesia West, was inserting a breathing tube to prepare McCoy for the procedure, he paused. The base of McCoy’s tongue caught his attention. “Managing the … “Just because of the size of it in the location, we said that surgery probably wasn't in his best interest,” Dr. Coughlin said. “That's when we got the radiation and medical oncologist …

… shopping. In addition to the chaos of battling crowds and parking, trying to find the best online deal, or taking in to consideration a child’s wish list, many have an overwhelming amount of questions when it comes to gift giving: What is right for the child’s age or development?  Should I get an electronic device or something simple?  Is what I’m buying safe?  Is this toy educational?  12 Things To Consider for Kids Fortunately, you don’t have to make such a decision blind. I often give my parents tips …

… a journey of highs, lows and important lessons. Among them: “There’s nothing wrong with asking for help.”   “I Want You To Come to Methodist” Andra’s cancer journey began with a simple … and recommended she see her doctor for a more thorough checkup. Andra had a mammogram at that visit, and her doctor also identified precancerous gynecologic concerns. She shared the news with her family, including her oldest daughter, who’s in medical school and has had surgical …

… When Minnesota native JoAnn Jensen moved to Iowa with her husband, Tim, she was looking for a “one-stop shop” for health care – a place all of her medical and wellness needs would be met. As fate would have … firsts, JoAnn and Dr. Platt bonded over similar symptoms and all that went into preparing for a baby. The two women, who’d long dreamt of being mothers, became fast friends. But the …

… In February, Pat Hastings was driving to Methodist Hospital from her home in Papillion for a brain scan – something the 69-year-old undergoes every six months. “I was praying to God for good results,” the three-time cancer survivor said. “That’s when I went through a red light … that Pat’s luck seemed to run dry. She began losing feeling in her hands and feet. After a visit with her neurologist and a series of blood tests, scans and biopsies, it was determined …