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… Medical Center. Dr. Fleming is proud to join Methodist Health System – an organization known for providing the highest level of care for all walks of life. “It starts when my patients are in their moms’ bellies,” she said. “Their … exhausting,” she said. “So checking in with my families, too, to see how they’re doing at each visit. That’s important.” Dr. Fleming is now seeing patients at Methodist Physicians Clinic …

… OMAHA – In the United States head and neck cancers account for about 3 percent of all cancers. According to the American Cancer Society, in 2018 more than … is a significant benefit. Anytime we can detect a cancer in its earliest stages is a win for everyone.” The screenings are guided by fellowship-trained oncologists at Methodist, the … just south of Methodist Hospital on the 84 th and Dodge Street campus.   For more information visit bestcare.org/headandneck       …

… If so, it's time to follow the advice I give so many of my patients: Get it under control for the sake of your healthy heart. High cholesterol contributes to heart disease, which kills … physical activity is critical to improving your cholesterol levels and cutting your risk for heart disease. Exercise reduces not only total cholesterol but also LDL cholesterol and triglycerides. It also increases HDL ("good") cholesterol. If you drink, do so in moderation. Excessive alcohol use increases …

… show an increased risk of stillbirth in women who contract the virus while pregnant.  The risk for stillbirth in any pregnancy is low, at 6 in 1,000, said Emily Patel, MD, a maternal-fetal … became dominant, the risk increased again to 2.7%.  "It's definitely just a warning out there for mothers to take all the precautions and protect themselves against COVID," Patel said. "The … that we can use to help prevent moms from getting this, I've been really trying to get as much good information out there as possible. Even if it means changing the mind of one or two women …

… the greater Omaha - Council Bluffs community to complete advance directives while they are in good health, before they are ill or hospitalized. In this way, health care providers and … medical records. An Advance Directive is a written statement in which you state your choices for health care, or name someone to make such choices for you, if you become unable to make your own decisions about medical treatment. The two most …

… how he was doing. And he said, ‘Well, I’m back to driving my tractor.’ To me, that was a very good outcome.” Dr. Sartin earned his bachelor’s degree and completed medical school at Emory …

… and connecting his friends to others so they can thrive. He’s also not shy about pointing out good work when he sees it. During his wife’s long stay at Methodist Hospital this year, he has handed out coffee gift cards to thank staff members, bought a dessert platter for a nursing unit and nominated a handful of nurses for The DAISY Award , which honors … in helping others, blessing others and encouraging others,” Jay said. “When I see really good things happening, I have an opportunity to make a difference.” Which is what led him to an …

… pandemic. And while research also suggests that the variant is milder, that may not be true for all young people. Back to the Basics With Alarming Statistics In recent weeks, pediatric … booster) of its COVID-19 vaccine are enough to neutralize the Omicron variant , which is great news for 12- to 17-year-olds who are now eligible for a Pfizer-BioNTech booster. But this … as the vaccine just became available to them in November. Their immunity levels are still good, and they’ll likely have no serious issues over the next several weeks – especially if those …

… a privilege to be there during such an intimate moment with a family and to be trusted to take good care of them,” Ruiz said. “I honestly feel blessed to be a part of that and just to be the one that’s there for them.”   Providing Support Kelsi Patrick had Ruiz as her admitting nurse for the birth of her … couldn’t help but get emotional, as well. “I’m so grateful that my patients feel like I give good care, and that I have coworkers that I can consider to be sisters of mine.” …

… and staying home.    With schools closed, more people working from home, restaurants open only for takeout and our leaders dissuading us from nonessential errands, a person could easily slip … fostering or adopting a pet. While your dog isn’t Patrick from the office who’s always good for a laugh, they are a comfort – and that’s something very much needed in a time of change. … My own kitties make my life so much better!   The Methodist Emotional Support Line The good news is that this period of time will come to an end – and you’re not alone. Everyone on the …