50 years of giving back: Johnson Auxiliary celebrates legacy of supporting Regional One Health patients, visitors and employees
The John K. and Katherine Johnson Auxiliary was started by a group of Presbyterian women to support the needs of Regional One Health patients and staff. For 50 years, the Auxiliary has done just that, building a legacy that has had a positive impact on the health of families throughout the Mid-South. The Auxiliary is celebrating 50 years of service this week with a special event at Idlewild Presbyterian Church and a tour of [...]
Ask the Experts: Prevention, detection and expert treatment all play a role in reducing colorectal cancer deaths
Regional One Health physicians can help patients prevent, detect and treat colorectal cancer thanks to exceptional primary care, screening and oncology services. A routine colonoscopy can diagnose, prevent and treat colorectal cancer, and experts recommend that average-risk men and women have their first test at age 45. Talk to your health care provider about your specific risk factors and screening needs, and get started on protecting your colorectal health! Colorectal cancer is preventable, detectable, and [...]
Ask the Experts: When do I need emergency care for an allergic reaction?
Dr. Chantay Smartt, who sees patients for both primary care and medical emergencies, said it's important to know the signs of a life-threatening allergic reaction. If a patient experiences hives, wheezing and difficulty breathing after being exposed to allergens like insect bites, foods or medications, call 911 immediately. Patients with severe allergies should always discuss their symptoms with their provider to learn about how to avoid triggers and be prepared in the event of an [...]
Ask the Experts: What can I do to try to prevent colon cancer?
During Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, physicians like Regional One Health surgical oncologist and colorectal surgeon Dr. Elizabeth Wood are educating the public about prevention and early detection. They encourage all patients to talk to their health care provider about their screening needs, and say average-risk patients should get their first colonoscopy at age 45. With proper screening, colorectal cancer can be caught early while it is highly treatable or even preventable. Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month [...]
New Center for Innovation Access Incubator partnership will evaluate business and clinical aspects of Augment Health’s smart bladder monitor
The Center for Innovation's newest Access Incubator partner is Augment Health, a Nashville-based startup and graduate of the ZeroTo510 health care accelerator. Augment Health is seeking feedback about its smart bladder monitor from both the clinical and business side of the organization. The partnership allows the Center for Innovation to continue to help build the Memphis innovation ecosystem by supporting entrepreneurs as they develop their products and go-to-market strategy. Regional One Health’s Center for Innovation [...]
Ask the Experts: What is Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), and what can I expect from treatment?
Peripheral Artery Disease affects millions of Americans. It occurs when the arteries are narrowed or blocked, making it harder for heart to pump blood to the legs and feet. Patients notice leg pain, numbness and weakness, and can even face medical emergencies like heart attack or stroke. The team at The Vascular Institute at Regional One Health can help via lifestyle changes, medication, minimally invasive surgery, and monitoring. Don’t ignore symptoms like pain, foot wounds, [...]
Regional One Health’s focused ultrasound program grows as patients with hand tremors can now access non-surgical treatment for both sides of the body
Focused ultrasound, a state-of-the-art procedure available at Regional One Health's East Campus, helps patients get relief for severe hand tremors caused by essential tremor or tremor-dominant Parkinson's disease. The FDA recently approved the procedure for treating both sides of the body rather than just one. Focused ultrasound is a non-surgical procedure with no incision and no hospital stay, and clinical studies have shown it to be highly safe and effective. For the past several years, [...]
Ask the Experts: As a pediatrician, here’s my advice for navigating the school year during cold, flu and COVID season
During cold, flu and COVID season, it can be hard to know when a sick child needs to see the doctor, stay home from school, etc. Pediatrician Yemisi Emereuwaonu, MD, FAAP – “Dr. Yemi” to her patients – is sharing what caregivers need to know. She says healthy kids can often recover at home with rest and TLC, but there are situations where it's best to see a health care provider for help. School is [...]
Clinical Evaluation conducted in partnership with Regional One Health’s Center for Innovation featured in Wounds, a leading clinical journal
The Healthcare Startup Access Incubator at Regional One Health's Center for Innovation is designed to help inventors evaluate their medical innovations in a real-world setting. One of those clinical evaluations, of a new Manuka honey-based wound care product, is now published in the journal Wounds. Wounds shares how the product, created by SweetBio, Inc., helps stubborn wounds heal more quickly compared to standard procedures. In 2019, the Regional One Health Center for Innovation’s Healthcare [...]
Regional One Health’s Firefighters Burn Center helps raise awareness about preventing serious burn injuries during National Burn Awareness Week
February 5-11 is National Burn Awareness Week, and this year burn care professionals are reading out to educate the public about avoiding scald burns. As the only full-service burn center in a 400-mile radius of Memphis, our Firefighters Burn Center understands how important burn prevention is to our community. We encourage families to stay burn safe, and to rest assured that our expert team is ready 24/7 to provide lifesaving, life-changing care for burn injuries. [...]