Ask the Experts: If you have a strong family history of cancer, genetic testing might help manage your risk
For patients who have a higher risk of cancer due to a strong family history, genetic counseling can offer valuable guidance about screening and care. Regional One Health Cancer Care offers the service for qualifying patients with a cancer diagnosis or without a cancer diagnosis. By learning about a patient's genetic risk, they can offer additional screening, preventative procedures, and more effective medications and treatments. With the New Year approaching, being proactive about your health [...]
“It’s a wonderful solution:” Hyperbaric oxygen therapy gave Bruce Burton his energy back after side effects from radiation
When side effects from radiation for prostate cancer left Bruce Burton anemic and worn out, he found an answer in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy at Regional One Health's Wound Care Center. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy exposes the body to 100 percent oxygen under pressure, sparking the formation of new blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood to damaged tissue, helping it heal. For Bruce, it made a huge difference, giving him his energy back and allowing him to [...]
After a nightmare COVID-19 battle, John Butler is grateful to Regional One Health for helping him beat steep odds
John Butler was given a 3 percent chance to survive COVID-19 - but thanks to family, faith and expert medical care, he is back to the life he loves. John and his wife Tracey recently returned to Regional One Health to thank the team at the Extended Care Hospital for the lifesaving treatment they provided. Thanks to around-the-clock care and expert rehabilitation, John is back home, returning to the tennis court, and enjoying time with [...]
“I can’t imagine doing anything else!” For 20 years, Alisha Steele has provided exceptional care to Regional One Health’s tiniest patients
Alisha Steele has spent 20 years as a NICU nurse at Regional One Health, touching the lives of countless Mid-South babies and families. Alisha can't imagine working anywhere else, and said she loves caring for her tiny patients. She encourages the community to support the NICU, noting families experience hardships when they have a baby who must be hospitalized for an extended period of time. When Alisha Steele was in elementary school, her teacher asked [...]
“How could I not help?” For Randa Rosenblum, supporting Regional One Health is a way to help improve the lives of all Memphians
Randa Rosenblum is involved with the Regional One Health Foundation as a donor, ONE Club member, and NICU volunteer. She says her service at the hospital, especially supporting NICU babies and nurses, is one of the most meaningful aspects of her life. Randa encourages others to get involved at Regional One Health, noting it is truly a way to improve lives in our community. Randa Rosenblum has had decades of success in the Memphis business [...]
World-class gynecologic oncology and complex gynecologic surgery services return to Regional One Health
Dr. John O. Schorge, a renowned expert in OB/GYN care, is now offering gynecologic oncology and complex gynecologic surgery at Regional One Health. By making specialized care more accessible, he is improving outcomes for patients diagnosed with cervical, uterine, ovarian and vulvar cancer, along with benign conditions including fibroids and endometriosis. Dr. Schorge specializes in minimally-invasive procedures, which mean smaller incisions and less risk and recovery time for patients. When a patient is diagnosed [...]
Ask the Experts: Watch for these risk factors and symptoms to help catch pancreatic cancer early
While there are no routine screening exams for pancreatic cancer, there are risk factors and symptoms patients can monitor in order to be proactive about their health. Dr. Evan Glazer, a surgical oncologist who is a nationally-known expert in treating pancreatic cancer, says it is important to pay attention to your body and seek care for symptoms like jaundice, a dull ache in the stomach, and weight loss. Fortunately, treatment options for pancreatic cancer are [...]
Making health care easier: New pharmacy app lets patients refill prescriptions anytime and from anywhere
Regional One Health is offering a new app that current pharmacy patients can use to order their refills online - anytime and from anywhere! The app also lets you keep a list of your medications at your fingertips, check expiration dates and refills remaining, and get alerts when your medication is ready to pick up. Signing up is easy - you just need your name, an Rx number, date of birth, and email address. Prescription [...]
“He never gave up on me:” Stephen Childers is enjoying family, faith and fitness thanks to expert care from surgical oncologist Dr. Evan Glazer
When Stephen Childers faced his third serious cancer diagnosis, he needed highly complex surgery in order to survive. Stephen was referred to Regional One Health Cancer Care surgical oncologist Dr. Evan Glazer, a liver and pancreatic cancer expert who offers a level of specialized care that is unique in the Mid-South. Thanks to the treatment he received, Stephen is back to competing in 5K races, practicing his faith, and looking forward to welcoming his [...]
I’m young, low-risk and healthy. Do I really need a mammogram every year?
Don't assume youth and a lack of symptoms mean you don't need an annual screening mammogram - these tests are still the best way to catch breast cancer early and save lives. If you wait for symptoms to emerge, there's a better chance the disease will have spread or be more advanced. On the other hand, if you catch breast cancer early via an annual mammogram it will be easier to treat. Regional One [...]