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KETV: Glam Squad Brings Beautiful Smiles to Cancer Survivors

… Each week, cosmetology students visit Methodist Hospital. Armed with lotions, polishes, nail files and smiles, these members of … care to patients undergoing cancer treatment. "If you can bring joy to one person's life, even for a moment, to forget about what they're going through and the journey ahead of them," said Lori Fuchs, clinical cosmetologist and director of Inner Beauty, a salon for cancer survivors at Methodist Estabrook Cancer Center. KETV's Amanda Crawford visited with …
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Back-to-School Physicals: When and Why They're Needed

… planning their next sleepover or trip to the swimming pool, many parents are already preparing for next school year – which involves more than just stocking up on No. 2 pencils and loose leaf … is important. Requirements and Recommendations While most providers recommend physical exams for healthy children every two years, students entering kindergarten and seventh grade in … prior to the exams for kindergarten and seventh grade. Every child is different. Some do best having about a week to prepare, while others do better and stress less with a discussion the …
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High-Risk OB Nurse Transfers Units, Works Late to Stay by Patient's Side

… on Sasha was also unexpected. “It was like I was allergic to it,” Sasha explained. “That’s the best way I can describe it.” She constantly felt sick. She was unable to keep anything down. She … gosh. You’re in labor! And you’ve been in labor.’” Sasha stayed at Methodist Women’s Hospital for the next four days. She was then ordered to spend the rest of her pregnancy at home, on … “It was like ‘This is what a Good Samaritan looks like. This is a person who genuinely cares for mankind.’” Before long, it was time for Sasha to be transferred to the labor and deliver …
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Jennie Edmundson Nurse Takes Lead To Help Patient Receive Improved Vision Of Life

… the patient receive a new pair of glasses so she could see the world as it should be.   Plans for a New Pair Kathy Vorthmann, RN, noticed that one of her patients, Jodie Feltner, could see … told her that he’d provide a new pair of glasses for $50. After Vorthmann shared the good news, Jodie said that she didn’t have any money with her and needed to make arrangements for her … and would be able to take them back to the hospital to have Jodie choose the pair she liked best. “I’d rather have somebody get something a little bit nicer and that they’re proud of …
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‘Destined To Be a Nurse’: Methodist Jennie Edmundson Nurse Honored for Outstanding Care of Stroke Patient

… at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital , his wife of 41 years said, “was literally the best hospital experience that we’ve had.”   “Call Me Any Time” Soon after Jeff was admitted to … few days, the Bordens got to know Hug better and marveled at his care, especially his knack for calming Jeff during difficult moments.  “He has such a wonderful way with people, and he’s so … I had on their lives showed me that stumbling into this profession by accident was one of the best things that ever happened to me,” he said.   An Emotional Surprise Before Jeff was …
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The Core of What We Do: Social Worker Kristin Johnson Is Dedicated to Helping New Moms and Babies

… and orthopedics/surgical services – and the people whose dedication makes them so impactful for our communities. To explore career opportunities at Methodist, visit bestcare.org/jobs .   Kristin Johnson, CSW Medical Social Worker Methodist Fremont Health … each person I encounter has the same positive attitude toward helping others.    What’s the best thing about your role at Methodist? The best thing about my role is being able to assist …
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Feet, Don't Fail Me Now

… helped us stand tall in our finest hour. But as the years go by, we experience changes to the 26 bones, 33 joints and more than 120 muscles, ligaments, tendons, and nerves in our feet. And … You will need an operation to realign the bones so they are straight. Typical recovery for that surgery takes about two months. Hammer Toes. Hammer toes are caused by a tendon … of tendons and ligaments holding your foot together, and tendonitis is a catch-all phrase for injury or pain associated with any one of them. Ice, anti-inflammatory medications, …
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Patient Privacy

… Health, including its inpatient behavioral health unit (which is a Part 2 Program); and Best Care EAP (including the Community Counseling Program and Employee Assistance Program) The … You have a right to know who has received your PHI during the previous six years, and for what purpose. If you make additional requests for such an accounting during any 12-month … within MHS, including the outpatient surgical, rehabilitation and other ancillary service sites of the hospitals, are clinically integrated care settings in which patients receive care …
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What Happens When Furry Friends Join Therapy

… Weston make the rounds at  The Methodist Rehabilitation Center  with other pooches from Paws for Friendship, visiting patients and sharing the love. Sharing experiences “She and I get as … dogs, and it is just a neat experience. I really love it.” Weekly visits Trained therapy dogs visit Methodist Hospital every Tuesday and two Sundays a month.  Methodist Jennie Edmundson … work on balance so it works out really well.” A welcome sight At the time of this pet therapy visit, James Traver had been in the hospital for the last few weeks recovering from a stroke. He …
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How You Can Help

… Hospital Foundation benefits the program or project YOU choose. No part of your gift is used for Methodist Hospital Foundation's operating expenses. Methodist Hospital Foundation Methodist … benefits the program or project you choose, and no money goes toward administrative costs. Visit the  Methodist Hospital Foundation page  to learn how you can help. Jennie Edmundson … our employees and students and the communities we serve in Council Bluffs and southwest Iowa. Visit the  Jennie Edmundson Foundation page  to learn how you can help. Fremont Health Foundation …