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… care, specialized treatments and unparalleled patient support. We offer a range of services to meet patients’ unique care needs. Our experienced surgeons are skilled at treating a variety …

… onto the bright pink motorized coach last fall, she was a little nervous. She didn’t know what to expect. Friends told her it was painful, but she knew there would be more pain and fear with … lifesaving screenings. We want to make sure whatever we can do to eliminate those barriers, we get done.”  For some patients, hospitals can be overwhelming and difficult to navigate. Methodist … make it an amazing experience. We get so many patients who say, ‘For a mammogram, this is the best experience I’ve ever had.’" "We want them to feel important for that little bit of a time …

… Mike Baxter’s 22-day hospital stay started out with a trip to Methodist Hospital’s emergency department for diverticulitis – inflammation of the intestines. … “but I could see him quickly deteriorating. I had this constant worry of, ‘Is he even going to get better?’” And then Drew Rogers, RN, a nurse on the medical surgical floor, walked in.   … talk and a firm stance Rogers could see that Mike was frustrated. “That’s probably the nicest way I can describe it,” Rogers said. “I knew the biggest thing I could do, right then and there, …

… Above and beyond Nurses often go above and beyond to make sure their patients are comfortable and safe. Methodist nurses extend that compassionate … that the husband – who was on disability and didn’t have enough money in his bank account to get a meal – hadn’t had anything to eat.  “I was hungry, embarrassed and stuck here with my sick … with me to help me put something in my stomach, she acted on it and blessed me with a way to eat.” “I try to let families know that I’m there for them, too,” said Britney. “While the …

… HelenMari Merritt, DO , knows firsthand what patients and families are facing on the path to treatment and recovery. Her own son, whom she calls her “heart surgery warrior,” was born with … disease, underwent surgery at 6 days old and spent 16 days in the NICU. “That changed the way I interact with patients and gave me insight into their experiences and the personal impacts … for cardiothoracic surgeons,” she said. “We continue to innovate, and we continue to try to get patients back on their feet faster, and back to doing the things that they love.” Outside of …

… Although sleep doesn’t come easily for everyone, it’s vital to everyone’s health. And if you often find yourself reaching for a pill, powder or potion to … of long-term sleep aid use , and daily use may be linked to a higher risk of mortality. It’s best to talk to your provider before adding any medication or supplement to your nightly routine. … other lifestyle changes – such as losing weight, using nasal snoring strips or sleeping on one side – can help. Of course, talk to your provider if you think your snoring warrants testing to …

… We help you be the best parent you can with classes designed to help new moms and dads care for their newly born baby. Methodist Women's Hospital offers an … expecting multiples, this class covers labor, delivery, feeding and parenting to help you get ready for your adventure with multiples. Cost: $30 Big Kid Basics Children (ages 3-12) …

… from rheumatoid arthritis. “And I never ever heard her complain. Not once.” Karla brought joy to those who knew her, and because she lives on in so many ways, she still brings heartache to … It was personalized care. Overcoming Unforeseen Challenges Together While the goal was to get Angel to 24 weeks, Karla’s care team of over 60 individuals got him to 30. And on April 4, … said. “It was so amazing to see that as stressful as the situation often was, it never got the best of us. None of us got short with each other. We grieved together. We turned toward each …

… also serve as vice president of clinical services for Methodist Health System. In addition to his current responsibilities for Methodist Hospital and Methodist Women’s Hospital , Goeser … transcription, referral communications, and the hospital and state tumor registries.   Prior to joining Methodist Hospital, Goeser served as the chief executive officer of Myrtue Memorial … in health care administration from City University in Bellevue, Washington. Appointed to the role of vice president of integrated service is Don Matson, a 13-year veteran with …

… He woke up to a bright, nearly blinding white light. A number of people were scurrying around him – all of … to me.’” Zach didn’t realize that something had already happened to him – but he was in the best place possible. Because he made the 25-minute trip to Methodist Fremont Health’s Emergency … Dr. Williams said. “But we also have a direct connection with Methodist Hospital, and we can get patients there really quickly when we need to.” Bottom line, she said: The nearest emergency …