Dr. Tony Alleman, a leader in hyperbaric medicine, joins NASA group to study risk of decompression sickness among astronauts
Dr. Tony Alleman, Regional One Health medical director for wound care and hyperbaric oxygen therapy, has been invited to join a NASA work group studying issues related to decompression sickness in athletes. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is the only known cure for decompression sickness, and Dr. Alleman is one of the nation's leading experts in the field. Now, he'll use his knowledge and experience to help keep astronauts safe and provide treatment for a wide variety [...]
Ask the Experts: The more you know about skin cancer, the more you can do to protect your health
If skin cancer is caught early, it can often be treated and cured through a simple surgery. Be vigilant about checking your skin for moles that appear to change. If a mole grows in size, changes in color, starts itching or bleeding, etc., it's a good idea to get it checked by a dermatologist. Meanwhile, do what you can to protect your skin by wearing sunscreen, covering exposed skin with clothing, and avoiding too [...]
Fellowship-trained urologic oncologists add to Regional One Health’s cancer treatment expertise with compassionate, individualized care
Regional One Health is pleased to welcome Dr. Ava Saidian and Dr. Nikhil Gopal, both fellowship-trained urologic oncologists, to our team of expert providers. Dr. Saidian and Dr. Gopal treat prostate, bladder, kidney, testicular, penile and adrenal cancers. As specialists, they provide patients with the most advanced level of care, which can lead to better outcomes and quality of life. Regional One Health continues to elevate the level of cancer care available to Mid-South patients [...]
Ask the Experts: If you struggle with hand tremors, Focused Ultrasound can help without surgery
If you're living with hand tremors from Essential Tremor, it can impact your ability to do your favorite activities and even to live independently. Fortunately, there is non-surgical help available: Focused Ultrasound, a state-of-the-art procedure at Regional One Health, is proven to treat tremors with no incision or hospital stay. Neurosurgeon Dr. Jason Gerrard said it's an excellent option for patients who don't want to have surgery or who have tried other treatments without success. [...]
Regional One Health provides essential training for critical care partners during inaugural Trauma & Burn Conference
Regional One Health recently hosted the inaugural Trauma & Burn Conference to provide hands-on training and expert education for critical care professionals from all over the Mid-South. As the region's level-one trauma center and full-service burn center, outreach and education are a crucial part of our lifesaving mission. The conference and future events help improve critical care for patients from all over the region by providing providers from emergency medical services and referring hospitals [...]
New Healthy Start program aims to improve the health of women and their families by improving access to health care and other resources
Regional One Health will debut a Healthy Start program for women and infants this summer thanks to a $5 million federal grant. The program aims to provide expert medical care and community resources to help women, their babies, and their whole families improve their health and quality of life. Patients will be enrolled through the health care system's OB/GYN clinics and will receive care and support for two years from a multidisciplinary team. Regional [...]
During Women’s Health Month, OB/GYN Dr. Florene Odulana provides exceptional care and education to help women improve their health
During Women's Health Awareness Month, our providers are reaching out to educate patients about a variety of conditions. OB/GYN Florene Odulana, MD, MS, FACOG, is helping patients understand the symptoms of abnormal uterine bleeding and how doctors can help through surveillance, medication and surgery. Dr. Odulana provides comprehensive OB/GYN care including well-woman checkups, prenatal and childbirth care, and diagnosis and treatment of conditions like fibroids, endometriosis and pelvic pain. For Regional One Health OB/GYN [...]
During National Trauma Awareness Month, learn to save a life with free classes offered by Regional One Health
May is National Trauma Awareness Month, making it a great time to learn how you can help keep our community safe. Regional One Health's Elvis Presley Trauma Center offers a variety of free classes focused on health and safety issues that impact Memphis and the Mid-South. Classes are held year-round for schools, civic groups, churches, etc. - sign up today and learn how you can help save a life! As the Mid-South’s level-one trauma center, [...]
Genetic counseling harnesses the power of DNA to help patients understand and manage their risk of hereditary cancer
Regional One Health Cancer Care's high-risk cancer clinics offer genetic counseling to help patients understand and manage their risk for hereditary cancer. Our experts recently hosted a Lunch & Learn to spread the word about how genetic counseling can help patients take charge of their health and their family's health. Learning about your genetic risk for cancer can lead to additional screening, lifestyle changes, preventative treatment options and more. Regional One Health Cancer Care is [...]
“She’s always here for me:” ONE Health helped Bud Tunstall reclaim hope and excitement for life
Regional One Health's ONE Health complex care program helps patients meet their medical needs and addresses social determinants of health such as housing, food and transportation. For Bud Tunstall, it was a chance to overcome several serious health conditions and get back to enjoying life and feeling hopeful about the future. Bud's case manager Maggie Gafa, RN says that is the goal for every patient they see: “To see him regain an excitement for life [...]