News and Events2017-05-03T07:36:57-06:00

“They’ve given me faith:” Regional One Health helps Douglas Gordon see a brighter future

When Douglas Gordon first met Betty Joyce Elkins at Regional One Health, a struggle with addiction had brought him to a point where he wasn’t taking care of himself.  “I’d lost jobs, lost friends, I was homeless, my family was saying, ‘We’re about done with you,’” Gordon said. “I was afraid I’d get so sick I wouldn’t be able to recover, and I didn’t want that for myself.” What he wanted was simple: A [...]

March 5th, 2019|

“All of us deserve the best chance of survival:” Suzana Lightman supports Regional One Health’s lifesaving care

Suzana Lightman knows tragedy can strike in an instant, and that it can happen to anyone. It’s a sobering notion, but one she uses as a force for good. Suzana learned that lesson on what started as a happy, relaxing evening. She and husband Michael had invited friends over and were hanging out in a backyard treehouse, where Michael had recently installed a commercial-grade zip line. Suzana Lightman was introduced to Regional One [...]

March 4th, 2019|

For Kanika Armour, pregnancy was a time of joy and excitement thanks to Dr. Danielle Tate at Regional One Health

When Kanika Armour learned she was pregnant with her first baby, she had a lot of questions: what to expect, whether she was having a boy or girl, how to avoid an epidural or C-section. That’s natural for a first-time mom, and Kanika and husband Robert Sr. wanted the kind of personalized care that would make their experience special. Kanika’s mother-in-law urged them to visit Regional One Health, where she helps deliver babies as [...]

March 1st, 2019|

Take heart: Your primary care doctor can start you on the path to cardiovascular health

By Theresa Woodard, MD, internal medicine practitioner at Harbor of Health February’s American Heart Month is a great time take charge of your cardiovascular health, and a primary care physician like our team at Harbor of Health is a great resource to start with. We can determine your risk of cardiovascular disease through a routine exam and testing, and can recommend lifestyle changes, prescribe medications and refer you to a specialist if needed. [...]

February 26th, 2019|

“What’s more important than saving someone’s life?” Personal experiences, love of community drive Jennifer Hobson to support Regional One Health

Jennifer Hobson is passionate about many things: her family, her community, her pets, the game of tennis. She is also devoted to pouring that positive energy into volunteer work, which led her to the Regional One Health Foundation, where she is currently working with co-chair Suzana Lightman to plan the ONE Night fundraising gala. This year’s gala, the Foundation’s primary fundraiser, is Saturday, April 13 at 6 p.m. at Memphis Cook Convention Center. R&B [...]

February 25th, 2019|

At Regional One Health’s Center for Innovation, disruptive thinking is solving problems and improving care

Disruptive thinking. Invention. Mending what’s broken. Where would this world be today without entrepreneurs? Memphis is on the national map for entrepreneurism. We have business incubators and accelerators, music visionaries and artists in all forms. Memphis also cradles an increasing number of healthcare and medical-treatment innovators who are working to overcome today’s predicament that what used to work in healthcare might not be efficient or effective any longer. “Innovation requires an agile style [...]

February 13th, 2019|

After Richie Prince was severely burned over 70 percent of his body, Regional One Health gave him his life back

He’s a DJ every other Saturday night. His house is under renovation and he can’t wait to move in. He’s in discussions about taking over the pro shop at the local golf course. He and his girlfriend love to spend time together and with their friends. Life is good now. But less than two years ago, Richard Prince’s life was almost tragically cut short. Richie Prince spent over 300 days at the Firefighters [...]

February 13th, 2019|

Once fragile babies born far too soon, the Glozier triplets are now thriving young adults thanks to the Regional One Health NICU

Every day is a chance to get better. This phrase sits on 18-year-old Abbie Glozier’s Facebook timeline, but it has much deeper meaning to her and her family than a simple social media post. Nearly two decades ago, Regional One Health’s NICU team welcomed first-born Abbie into the world. She weighed just a smidge more than 1 pound. Allie, Caleb and Abbie Glozier were born at the Regional One Health NICU 18 [...]

February 13th, 2019|