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… financial aspect of health care Going through a surgical procedure can be a worrisome process for any patient. There’s concern about pain, going under anesthesia and the road to recovery. For many, there is also anxiety about the costs associated with their care. While … knowing that up front. We see it as an opportunity for patients to make the decisions that are best for them when it comes to their care.” Payment options are available over the phone or …

… changes that most of us never could have imagined. It made us hypervigilant. It trained us to monitor ourselves and our loved ones for the slightest symptoms. And with all the time that it’s allowed us to spend at home, many of … tested. Continue protecting yourself, your baby and your loved ones.  For most women, their best defense against COVID-19, influenza and RSV is vaccination. You may be offered an RSV …

… and difficulty remembering things. These troubling cognitive symptoms are often referred to as “brain fog,” which is becoming increasingly common among those who’ve contracted COVID-19. … it comes to the neurological implications we’re seeing with COVID-19 – as well as some hope for anyone still feeling a little “dazed and confused” following their bout of the virus. … provide supportive treatment options and help you optimize your overall health, which is the best defense for your body and brain in the fight against COVID-19. …

… Although sleep doesn’t come easily for everyone, it’s vital to everyone’s health. And if you often find yourself reaching for a … of long-term sleep aid use , and daily use may be linked to a higher risk of mortality. It’s best to talk to your provider before adding any medication or supplement to your nightly routine. …

… at Methodist, is infusing a renewed outlook into many patients who previously saw little to no success with other treatment modalities.  How it works CAR T-cell therapy involves the extraction of a patient’s T cells – white blood cells that fight infection or illness – for the purpose of reengineering them with chimeric antigen receptors (CARs) that bind to a … system to get excellent oncology care,” Dr. Michalski said. “And I think that’s one of the best kept secrets about Methodist and our partnership with them. Not only are our patients able …

… activity. But staying active isn’t always about moving your body – especially when it comes to cervical health. I want to help you commit to staying active and on top of your cervical … in vaginal discharge, which may include heavy or foul-smelling discharge.   Who’s most at risk for cervical cancer? Unlike many other types of cancer, cervical cancer is not hereditary. Ninety … works together to confirm the diagnosis and ensure supportive care, pain management and the best possible treatment plan, which may include surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, targeted …

… Larry Pearson was honored with the NHA’s Trustee of the Year Award.   Goeser ‘set the standard for excellence’ Goeser, who will retire from MHS in December after 21 years of distinguished … was recognized for his transformative impact on the organization and his decades of service to health care advocacy at the state and national levels. “The Excellence in Service Award … supporter of the Methodist caregivers who make it possible.  “Larry exemplifies the very best in hospital governance,” she said. “His own experience and successful career at Tenaska was …

… It’s a common problem that kids (and honestly parents, too) don’t like to talk about. But constipation can be a big issue with no easy answer. Constipation is diagnosed … incontinence.  What causes constipation? I often see constipation in my school-age patients for a variety of reasons. Sometimes it’s due to changes in their schedule which interrupts their established bathroom routine, and sometimes …

… A System Designed To Keep You healthy Hidden inside your body is a very complex system that helps keep your body’s … check. Your lymphatic system consists of lymph nodes, organs and a network of vessels similar to your circulatory system. But instead of blood, the lymphatic system transports a fluid called … to the development of lymphedema in the legs. Treatments Reduce Swelling There's no cure for lymphedema, but there are effective ways to treat it. Without it, patients are at increased …

… Too much or not enough? It’s a touchy question for many of the expecting moms I see: Just how much weight should you put on during pregnancy? … begins before becoming pregnant. Regardless of how much you weigh, every woman should expect to put on some weight. Women, who are normal weight, meaning you have a BMI between 18 and 25, … during pregnancy, they’ll get rid of their fat. Unfortunately, pregnancy doesn’t work that way. Not gaining weight means you’ll actually end up using your own muscle mass to feed your …