Catching breast cancer early saves lives because tumors are found when they are still small and treatable. Dr. Pallavi Khanna from Regional One Health's East Campus said the best ways to catch cancer early are to have your recommended screening mammograms, be aware of changes to your breasts and talk openly with your doctor [...]
We use our hands and arms for so much of what we do, so when an injury gets in the way, it can have a major impact on quality of life. The hands and arms are also very complex, so it takes a clinician with a special level of expertise to treat these injuries [...]
It's normal to be nervous about your annual primary care visit, but it's important to get past the nerves and develop a relationship with a primary care provider. Your provider can help prevent disease, manage chronic conditions, get referrals for tests or specialists and more. Tomisha Byard, a family nurse practitioner at Regional One [...]
When Rina Nguyen started working at Regional One Health earlier this year, it was a case of life coming full circle. Rina is a graduate of our NICU, having been born here in 1992 weighing just over 3 pounds. Her parents were told she faced difficult odds, but she survived thanks to the skilled, [...]
Dr. Ram Velamuri has been named associate medical director of Regional One Health's Firefighters Burn Center. Dr. Velamuri, a board-certified plastic surgeon, looks forward to helping lead an exceptional team as they not only help patients survive critical injuries but help them returning to fulfilling and rewarding lives. The Firefighters Burn Center is the [...]
Keeping your heart healthy is one of the best things you can do for your body, because heart health affects the health of other organs. Tomisha Byard, a family nurse practitioner at Harbor of Health, says your primary care provider is the best place to start for preventing cardiovascular disease. She helps patients by [...]
Regional One Health Foundation has announced an all-star talent lineup for its 10th anniversary ONE Night gala, set for Saturday, April 18 at FedExForum. ONE Night co-chairs Kimberly and Elliot Perry and Kontji Anthony shared the news at a talent reveal party held at The Lounge at 3rd and Court. The lineup ensures ONE [...]
Burn Awareness Week is February 7-13, and our Firefighters Burn Center is using the opportunity to education the public about preventing electrical burns and fires. Tips include checking wiring, using extension cords properly and always consulting with a licensed electrician if you're having problems. The Burn Center team encourages everyone to use common sense [...]
Regional One Health's Kirby Primary Care practice at 2725 Kirby Road, Suite 1 is now open. The neighborhood practice offers primary care for the entire family, including physical exams, treatment of acute and chronic illnesses and preventative medicine. It introduces a new service as well, bringing our Certified Nurse Midwives to the area to [...]
If you're experiencing symptoms like urinary dysfunction, constipation and pelvic pain, it might be time to see a pelvic floor physical therapist. Darianne Butler sees patients at Regional One Health's East Campus. She said patients should expect to describe their concerns and undergo an exam. Then, she prescribes a series of exercises that can [...]