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Dr. Lancaster Among Medicaid Provider Award Recipients The inaugural honorees of the Nebraska Medicaid Provider Awards are:

… winners of the Nebraska Medicaid Provider Awards provide outstanding customer service to our clients,” said Governor Ricketts.  “They exemplify our mission to create opportunity … 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. … 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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The Core of What We Do: Michelle Kaufman Is Inspired by Oncology Patients’ Courage

… services – and the people whose dedication makes them so impactful for our communities. To explore career opportunities at Methodist, visit bestcare.org/jobs .   Michelle Kaufman, MS, … using the latest techniques. Interaction with our cancer team ensures that you receive the best professional services combined with the most compassionate care. We serve our community by … 2020. This is a joint effort with the health system to provide patients with a comprehensive way to have their lung nodules diagnosed, monitored and treated. A software program helps …
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Care Navigators Go the Extra Mile for Heart Failure, COPD Patients

… Tom Lowndes Tom Lowndes is fighting heart failure, but he’s quick to tell you about the team in his corner. It includes his cardiologist, Joseph Ayoub, MD. There’s … managing their conditions and navigating the complex world of health care. Every step of the way, Sindelar has been a constant for Tom: from his diagnosis at the hospital in January to every … and Swartz started discussing hospice. That, too, is part of the effort to help patients best manage their conditions. Don started hospice care in May. Days before he died, he called …
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Dr. Ming-yang Hung Joins Methodist Radiation Oncology Staff

… in medicine took root. Studying cardiac devices that improved blood flow “changed my outlook for what I wanted to do with the rest of my life,” he said. “That was the first time I had the opportunity to … He also strives to form relationships built on strong communication. “In order to create the best plan, you have to know the whole person,” he said. “I really get to know not only the …
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'They Truly Are Your Family': Cardiac Patient Finds New Home at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital

… hot flash. But soon she was kneeling on the floor and couldn’t breathe.    “I really honest to God thought I was going to die right then and there,” Raquel said.    Suspecting a heart … Raquel had become pale and clammy, and her blood pressure was dropping – she quickly called for a rapid response team.  “Lindsay took control,” Tom said. “She was moving.”  “I was trying to … though I was frazzled, I had confidence that they were going to take care of her the right way.”    Tom and Raquel “Pay Attention to Your Body” Raquel and Tom are grateful to every nurse, …
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Methodist Awarded Grant by American Cancer Society With Goal of Improving HPV Vaccination Rates

… more than 90% of cancers caused by HPV can be prevented through vaccination.  In an effort to raise awareness and improve vaccination rates, Methodist Health System has been selected to be … of six HPV vaccination COP sites, and its participation is funded by a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention through 2023. In total, 21 health systems have been selected … trials . To learn more about the American Cancer Society’s efforts to eliminate cancer, visit cancer.org .       …
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Unsung Heroes of COVID-19: Screeners and Greeters ‘Set the Tone’ as the Faces of Hospitals

… patients and guests interact with in hospitals across Methodist Health System.   Adjusting to New Responsibilities Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the role of greeters appeared … . “You have to have a positive attitude and a smile on your face. You set the tone for the visit.” For Weaver, one of the most rewarding parts of the job is getting to know people who … Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital since August 2020, keeps a friendly smile on her face as a way to help ease any anxiety that someone may be experiencing as they enter the hospital. “Giving …
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Four organizations bringing integrated care to the Metro

… OMAHA —  Four 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 … 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 … (COVID-19) Resources for Older Adults, Family Caregivers Emmi has  several free programs  to help you and your family understand COVID-19 and how to protect yourselves. Recursos en español: Centros para el Control y la Prevención de …
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Head and Neck Oncology

… Methodist Head and Neck Cancer Clinic offers a number of unique clinical trials   and is home to the Midwest’s largest group of fellowship-trained surgical oncologists. Our providers have … specialized training and use a full range of advanced treatment options including the latest tissue-sparing and reconstructive techniques, surgical intervention, chemotherapy and … each patient’s case will be reviewed by a multidisciplinary team of experts to give you the best chance at recovery. Treatment Our head and neck surgical oncologists are specially trained …