Neurosurgeon Douglas Taylor, MD now providing focused ultrasound to treat essential tremor at Regional One Health East Campus
Neurosurgeon Dr. Douglas Taylor is now part of the team providing focused ultrasound at Regional One Health's East Campus Imaging Center. Focused ultrasound is for patients suffering from hand tremor due to Essential Tremor or tremor-dominant Parkinson's disease. The procedure involves no incision and no hospital stay, and most patients experience immediate, lasting relief from their tremor. When Douglas Taylor, MD performs a focused ultrasound at Regional One Health, it’s more than a medical [...]
“It gets in your blood:” After nearly 55 years at Regional One Health, Mickey Ashburn’s desire to care for others is as strong as ever
Mickey Ashburn has been with Regional One Health for an amazing 55 years, most of them as a registered nurse in our Trauma Operating Room. Mickey works with a team that provides lifesaving care for the most critically injured patients by making sure they can get the emergency surgery they need within minutes of arriving at the Elvis Presley Trauma Center. It's hard work, but it hasn't hardened her heart - she says she [...]
Ask the Experts: What do physicians wish their patients knew about “gut health”?
Gastrointestinal distress can make life miserable - but for most patients, dietary changes and other healthy habits can help. A primary care physician like Dr. Madiha Haji at Primary Care Specialists is often the first stop for patients with abdominal pain, bloating and other symptoms. She can rule out serious illness and help patients feel better through lifestyle changes and medication. Stomach issues are one of the most common complaints doctors hear. So what do [...]
“It’s how they treat you:” Dona Dyer found healing at Regional One Health’s Wound Care Center thanks to high-tech medicine and old-fashioned kindness
After arduous treatment for breast cancer, the last thing Dona Dyer wanted was to see another doctor - but when her surgical incision wouldn't heal, she was referred to Regional One Health's Wound Care Center for hyperbaric oxygen therapy. It turned out to be a blessing for Dona. Not only did she receive the medical care she needed to heal, she met a team of providers who lifted her spirits. Now, Dona is cancer [...]
During Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, protect your health by learning about your screening needs and treatment options
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time set aside to encourage everyone to learn about their risk factors and access the screening they need. The American Cancer Society now recommends that average-risk patients have their first colonoscopy at age 45 to help prevent and detect colon cancer. At Regional One Health, we can help patients access routine screening, assess and manage risk factors, and prevent and treat disease. During Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Regional [...]
Regional One Health’s new Surgical Oncology service elevates cancer care through state-of-the-art expertise and compassionate approach
Regional One Health's new Surgical Oncology practice is led by national experts in the treatment of a variety of cancer diagnoses. They use the latest technology to provide robotic and minimally invasive procedures that effectively treat cancer while protecting patients' quality of life. By offering a multidisciplinary team and exceptional resources, they are providing patient-focused care that provides optimal results. When a patient is diagnosed with cancer, their first priority is finding treatment that can [...]
Ask the Experts: If I’ve had COVID-19, how can I safely get back to my exercise routine?
After recovering from COVID-19, many patients want to get back to their pre-illness exercise program. Doing so should be a gradual process that starts with a visit to your primary care provider for a physical exam and tests. Patients who dealt with severe illness might also need physical therapy. While a cautious approach is key, patients are strongly encouraged to resume exercising for its many health benefits. If you’ve recovered from COVID-19 and want to [...]
“I’m looking at a miracle:” Gia Broadway is keeping the beat of the life she loves thanks to a positive spirit and exceptional medical care
After Gia Broadway suffered life-threatening injuries from head to toe in a car accident, doctors told her she might never walk or work again. For a dancer, teacher, wife and mother, it was devastating news. But Gia wasn't about to give up - and her fighting spirit was matched by her world-class medical team at Regional One Health. After six weeks in the hospital and extensive rehabilitation therapy, Gia is back to the things she [...]
Cheryl Peacock feared essential tremor would steal her independence – until Focused Ultrasound at Regional One Health gave her new hope
For Cheryl Peacock, Essential Tremor was something she lived with and adapted to with a brave face - but deep down, she was worried that the day would come when she would lose her independence. None of Cheryl's doctors offered her much hope until she found out about Focused Ultrasound, a new procedure offered at Regional One Health. Focused Ultrasound is proven to relieve tremors with no incision and no hospital stay. For Cheryl, [...]
Ask the Experts: A kinder, gentler approach to New Year’s Resolutions can result in lasting weight loss
New Year's Resolutions shouldn't be a source of stress and pressure - if you set realistic goals and approach them in a healthy manner, you can make lasting changes. Dr. Nia Zalamea at Regional One Health says that is especially true for weight loss and exercise. Give yourself time to talk to a health care provider, stabilize your health, and then make steady diet and fitness changes geared toward your personal goals. It’s tempting to [...]