As the only local hospital where patients can deliver with a nurse midwife, Regional One Health offers families safety, comfort and personalized support
Regional One Health is the only Memphis hospital where patients can give birth with the support of a Certified Nurse Midwife. That means families can enjoy the best of both worlds - the safety of delivering in a hospital and the personalized, supportive touch that is unique to the midwifery model of care. It is a great way for expectant parents to receive exceptional prenatal care and have their provider's one-on-one support in achieving [...]
Regional One Health’s new surgical oncology service in East Memphis makes it easier to access breast cancer care
Regional One Health's East Campus is now offering surgical oncology consultations and same-day procedures for breast cancer, skin cancer and melanoma patients. Dr. Martin Fleming and Dr. Ashley Hendrix created the new clinic to improve access to advanced care. They take a personalized approach to treatment and encourage patients to play an active role in making decisions about their care. Breast cancer patients have better outcomes when they can receive prompt care targeted to their [...]
“We want each patient at the center of her care:” Midwifery offers comprehensive care with a personal touch for every stage of a woman’s life
Regional One Health's certified nurse midwives can help women of all ages live a healthier life. Their personalized, empowering style of care is ideal for everyone - young women seeking honest information and support, expectant moms who want a special birth experience and menopausal women who want to stay active and healthy. Our nurse midwives see patients at our new Kirby Primary Care location and Hollywood Primary Care. Puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, birth, raising children, [...]
“It made me feel like a rock star!” Rebecca Bishop achieved her childbirth goals with the support of our Certified Nurse Midwives
Regional One Health's certified nurse midwives provide personalized care for all stages of life, with a goal of empowering patients to take an active role in improving their health. For Rebecca Bishop, that meant exceptional prenatal and labor & delivery care that helped her achieve her goal of having a natural childbirth. Rebecca's experience is what our nurse midwives want for all expectant moms: a chance to advocate for the pregnancy and birth experience [...]
It’s National Midwifery Week! Learn the “myths vs. facts” about a style of care that empowers patients through education, trust and expertise
October 3-9 is National Midwifery Week, and it's a great time to learn about the empowering care provided by the team of Certified Nurse Midwives at Regional One Health. Our nurse midwives see patients for well-woman care and pregnancy and childbirth care, and they provide education and support along with medical expertise. They're available at Kirby Primary Care and Hollywood Primary Care, and Regional One Health is the only hospital in Memphis where women can [...]
Regional One Health offers comprehensive breast cancer care, from early detection to state-of-the-art treatment
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Regional One Health experts say it's a great time for women to be proactive about getting a screening mammogram. When cancer is identified early, it is much more treatable and survival rates are higher. Regional One Health offers the best screening technology and expertise, as well as a new comprehensive oncology practice that provides optimal care for patients who are diagnosed with cancer. While about one in [...]
“They truly want you to get better:” Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital helps patients like Cynda Bearden get back to living after serious injury
Regional One Health's Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital provides medical care and rehabilitation therapy designed to help patients get back to normal life following a serious illness or injury. Cynda Bearden was a patient in the Rehabilitation Hospital after a serious car accident, and she says the care she received helped heal her body and soul. Cynda, herself a retired nurse, said the nurses, therapists and physicians who cared for her did so with both compassion and [...]
Ask the Experts: Why am I dizzy and off-balance, and how can a physical therapist help?
Vertigo and dizziness can be disruptive to day-to-day life, and can put you at a higher risk of severe injury from falls. A form of physical therapy known as vestibular therapy can help through customized treatment plans. Many patients can erase symptoms and get back to normal, sometimes in as little as one treatment session. If vertigo, dizziness and balance problems are disrupting your life, a specialized form of physical therapy called vestibular therapy can [...]
Ask the Experts: These four imaging scans can help protect your health as you age
Staying current with preventative screenings is especially important as you age, as it can help you catch serious illness while it is more easily treatable. Our East Campus Imaging Center offers state-of-the-art screening to help detect cancer, heart disease, osteoporosis and more. Talk to your primary care provider about your screening needs, and follow through with the tests that can keep you healthy well into your Golden Years. When it comes to serious illness, [...]
Ask the Experts: Better self-care starts in your primary care provider’s exam room
Everyone needs to learn self-care skills - and take the time to use them - in order to live a healthy, balanced life. Your primary care provider can help empower you to do just that. They can counsel you on diet, exercise, sleep and other lifestyle changes, and connect you with resources to address social and emotional wellness. Self-care is crucial to a healthy, fulfilling life – so why not make it part of your [...]