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… Bland and Rachel Cimino, wrote: “Tyler is one of the strongest and most influential leaders I have had in my four years of bedside nursing. He consistently demonstrates exemplary practice – … take a critically ill, long-term patient to the breezeway in the middle of the night because I felt they needed a change of scenery, to recommending books and podcasts that deepen my … which boosts morale and encourages nurses to strive for better patient outcomes. “Every time I work with Tyler, I see him talk to every single patient, introduce himself and ask if they need …

… two. Mentally preparing for twins, Amber returned two weeks later for another ultrasound. “I’ll never forget: I was in this room, and there was an Anne Geddes picture on the wall of three … able to spend time with her grandmother in the last two weeks before her passing. And then at 26 weeks, she began bed rest at Methodist Women’s Hospital.  “I had a great view of the parking … but I have no choice,” Amber said.  From left: Sharlet, Sydnea and Savana At 7:21 a.m. on Aug. 26, 2015, Baby A and Baby B – Sharlet and Sydnea – were delivered together via cesarean section …

… diabetes, she was almost prepared for the news she tested positive for gestational diabetes. “I remember thinking, ‘Well, this is not fun,’” said Dr. Pothuloori with a giggle. Now, Dr. … uses her experience to help talk with other expecting moms as they test for the disease. “I can relate to my patients and talk to them on a very real level when it comes to how to live … to regulate blood sugars. “Gestational diabetes develops in pregnancy approximately around 26 to 28 weeks gestation,” said Dr. Pothuloori. “It’s a little bit different than what we …

… Zucchini bread, banana bread, cookies and more. Baking is Anna Boldra’s therapy. “When I can’t control what’s going on around me, I bake,” she said, “because that’s something I can control.” And a few of the Neonatal Intensive … RN, one of Libby’s primary NICU nurses. With two brothers at home (Peyton, 4, born at 26 weeks and Parker, 2, born at 34 weeks), Libby has had to share Mom and Dad’s time and …

… relationships.  In a survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 26% of women and 15% of men said they experienced intimate partner violence for the first time …

… care compared to non-Blue Distinction Center facilities, with overall average rates of 26% lower episiotomies, 60% fewer elective deliveries and 17% lower C-section births – all  of which point to healthier outcomes for patients. “I know I speak for all of our providers and clinical teams when I say how well deserved this designation …

… that role as “really eye-opening.” “My husband had left us,” Tipton Bruening explained. “I had a 17-year-old and 14-year-old. At some point, it dawned on me – I never had time to ask either of them, ‘How are you doing?’ My kids were good kids – very responsible – but that was probably not the role they should’ve been playing. Again, I didn’t have time to see if my kids were OK. It was stress-producing.” Jeff Prochazka, vice …

… exactly what will be done during the operation. Ask your doctor, "who will manage my care when I am in the hospital?"  Ask your surgeon: Exactly what will you be doing? About how long will it take? What will happen after the surgery? How can I expect to feel during recovery? Tell the surgeon, anesthesiologist, and nurses about any …