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A Methodist Health System pediatrician encourages pregnant women to get the COVID-19 vaccine after her maternal vaccination protected her newborn son at home. The American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology reports that vaccine-generated antibodies are present in umbilical cord blood and bre…

Two new robot-assisted surgical systems, the Ion by Intuitive, are helping Methodist Health System physicians go farther into the lungs — in some cases, reaching places they couldn’t safely access before — with the aim of speeding the process of diagnosing and treating lung cancers. “Lung canc…

Roxanne Wayne, LIMHP Roxanne Wayne, MS, LIMHP, became interested in behavioral and mental health during her freshman year in college after taking a psychology class. “I was fascinated by what I was learning about human behavior,” she said. As a program supervisor with the Methodist Hospital Commu…

When it comes to feeding your good health, one of the most powerful tools at your disposal is all around you: the great outdoors.Our bodies weren’t designed to be stuck inside all day tethered to computers, work stations and gadgets. Sure, our modern conveniences are … convenient. But you’re missing…

Debra Kissel, LICSW, LIMHP, LADC Debra Kissel, LICSW, LIMHP, LADC, wants each of her clients to know that they are an individual to her, not a diagnosis. “I’m a direct and compassionate therapist, and I like to use humor when appropriate,” said Kissel, a counselor with the Methodist Hospital Commu…

Tylinn Lewis, LIMHP, LIMFTTylinn Lewis, MS, LIMHP, LIMFT, became interested in behavioral health as a child after observing the impact of mental health challenges on families.As a therapist with the Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Program, she has special interests in marriage and family the…

Jerry Vobejda, LIMHP Jerry Vobejda, LIMHP, a counselor with the Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Program, believes in incorporating as much humor in therapy as appropriate. “Therapy is important and should be taken seriously, but when the opportunity arises for people to smile or laugh, I m…

Brock Thornburg, LIMHP, CMSW Brock Thornburg, LIMHP, CMSW, describes himself as an ally and advocate for his clients. “Building trust and rapport is important,” said Thornburg, a counselor with the Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Program. “I strive to show that I’m consistent and someone t…

It’s that time of year again when we get together with friends and family to cheer on our favorite football teams.And what would football season be without tailgating parties?Whether at home or the stadium, many will agree that a tailgate is all about the food and drinks. But standard party fare can…

Tabitha Jameson, LIMHPTabitha Jameson, MA, LIMHP, is a counselor with the Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Program. She prefers to keep a diverse caseload and enjoys the fact that every client is different.That said, she finds herself working mostly with middle school students and clients wit…