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… A consensus is growing in the medical community for treating medical errors more like a disease: Diagnose the problems and treat them. It’s a significant issue. The latest study, by Johns Hopkins Medicine, ranked medical errors as the No. 3 U.S. cause of death. It estimated that medical mistakes contribute to the deaths of about 251,000 Americans each year, behind heart disease and cancer. Dr. Ann …

… When it comes to cancer, the ability to pinpoint, isolate, destroy or remove dangerous cells is critical. It’s … paths for cancer treatment. In the fight against endometrial cancer, Methodist is leading the way with a clinical trial aiming to prove that a method for finding potentially cancerous lymph …   The clinical trial now underway hopes to prove that injecting the dye into the cervix is the best place to start. Similar trials have been done at institutions such as the Mayo Clinic and …

… services – and the people whose dedication makes them so impactful for our communities. To explore career opportunities at Methodist, visit bestcare.org/jobs .   Carmen Heller, BSN, RN, … locally, saving patients time and travel expenses. Cancer research continues to discover the best treatments for our oncology patients. I'm optimistic about the future and the care we’ll be … Oncology Department. My primary focus is cancer patients and helping them navigate their way to quality care within the health system. I provide support to cancer patients and their …

… Why Methodist? Methodist’s physical therapy team is dedicated to caring for patients who experience limited freedom of movement due to injury, surgery, disease, disability or the effects of daily living. Using the latest diagnostic and treatment tools available, our team of specialists works together to …

… of Care is about more than just what’s on your chart. It’s a partnership. By taking the time to develop a trusting relationship, together we can build a strong foundation for your health. Our experienced doctors, physician assistants and nurse practitioners use the latest evidence-based medicine to deliver patient-centered care. And with over 20 primary care …

… Women from throughout the Omaha area will gather on Saturday, Nov. 4, for Women Connect , a program launched by Methodist Hospital Foundation to educate and empower women to prioritize their health. The fall event will focus on three … the previous year. Nearly half said there were times when they couldn't afford to buy both food and period products. “We’re going to have a direct impact. We’re inviting our …

… Unit (ICU), quickly deduced two things: how dire DeDra’s situation was and how much she wanted to see her 17-year-old son graduate from high school. “Sometimes in the ICU, the best critical care we do doesn’t involve medications or procedures,” Dr. Wells said. “It’s the … Mollner, RN. “He listens to them, and this is a prime example.” The Meaning of Care Award is a way for grateful patients, their families and others to thank Methodist employees. Over the past …

… services – and the people whose dedication makes them so impactful for our communities. To explore career opportunities at Methodist, visit bestcare.org/jobs .   Beth Belmont, APRN … I find supporting the employees who report to me and striving for them to have the best work experience possible to be the most fulfilling part of my job.   Are there any memorable … to help people, and our patients should feel our empathy and compassion for them through the way we provide care.   What’s the best thing about your role at Methodist? I enjoy problem …

… her, they can expect kindness, respect and a teammate on their health journey. “I want them to know that I have their best interests at heart,” she said. “I have their back.”   …

… Despite shifting into semiretirement, Bill had his hands full as he moved from Glenwood, Iowa, to the acreage he and his wife, Rhonda, own near Corning. If he wasn’t working on a project tied … his stage 2 tumor. “You forget the bad things,” he said. “Luckily, the human mind is that way.” For Bill, fighting cancer was a time in his life that’s done and gone. But for M. … also active in clinical trials. “They answer the question we are asking, which is, ‘What’s the best for our patients?’” Dr. Ternent said. “And we know because we’ve done these studies. They …