As women age, they face skin concerns like wrinkles, sagging and dryness - and some of that can be blamed on dropping estrogen levels during menopause. As a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, Regional One Health OB/GYN Pallavi Khanna can help women with these concerns and other menopause symptoms. She leads a specialized Menopause Care [...]
Happy 4th of July! The experts at our Elvis Presley Trauma Center and Firefighters Burn Center are sharing their advice to keep the holiday safe and fun. If you're spending time outdoors in the heat and sun, wear sunscreen, stay hydrated, and be alert to signs of heat illness. When it comes to fireworks, [...]
When Zac Casey was diagnosed with cancer at age 36, it started a three-year journey that has included radiation, chemotherapy, and multiple surgeries. Zac is grateful that he found a team of leading academic oncologists at Regional One Health Cancer Care who helped him through that journey with expertise and humanity. It has allowed Zac, [...]
Dr. John Schorge, a national leader in the treatment of gynecologic cancers, recently held a Lunch & Learn to educate patients about preventing cervical cancer. He says awareness, proper screening, and the HPV vaccine are all key to helping women protect themselves against a cervical cancer diagnosis. He also encourages patients to see their doctor [...]
The newest participant in Regional One Health's Center for Innovation Access Incubator is developing AI-based technology aimed at preventing falls. OK2StandUP will test its innovation with hospitalized patients who are at a high risk of falls. The project is a perfect fit for Regional One Health, where patient safety issues like fall prevention are a [...]
When Cassandra Brittmon was diagnosed with breast cancer, she was understandably anxious and scared. Regional One Health Cancer Care's Ashley Hendrix, MD, FACS, a breast surgical oncologist, helped her select the best treatment option for her needs and goals. Thanks to Dr. Hendrix's medical expertise and supportive style of care, Cassandra is back to her [...]
A lot of people struggle with staying well hydrated, and Regional One Health's clinical nutrition team is here to help. Proper hydration helps the body feel, function and even look better, and prevents medical emergencies like heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Make sure you're drinking the appropriate amount of fluids for your body's needs, [...]
When Jenna Bostick experienced a medical emergency, she needed specialized expertise and resources to determine what was wrong and provide the care she needed. She found both with gynecologic oncologist and complex gynecologic surgeon Dr. John Schorge, Chief of the Regional One Health OB/GYN Service. Dr. Schorge led a multidisciplinary team that help Jenna overcome [...]
When a football injury left Mario Reed paralyzed at age 15, he survived thanks to his own strength of character and expert medical care at the Elvis Presley Trauma Center. The experience inspired Mario to give back to his community by creating the Mario Reed Foundation to help other paralyzed patients. Now, he wants to [...]
In order to stay healthy and active, men should stay on top of their health screenings for common conditions like heart disease, prostate problems and colorectal cancer. Screening is readily available and highly effective at catching problems early and even preventing serious illness. All men should talk to their health care provider to learn more [...]