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“The people are awesome – they truly care:” When Terry needed aggressive treatment for cancer, he found the care and support he needed at Regional One Health

When Terry Redeker was diagnosed with small cell carcinoma lung cancer, he needed immediate, aggressive treatment. Terry was grateful to learn that the care he needed was available right in Memphis thanks to Dr. Bilawal Ahmed and Regional One Health Cancer Care. Now, Terry is getting back to the things he enjoys, while continuing to [...]

2025-07-02T09:32:16-05:00July 17th, 2025|

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 [...]

2025-07-01T11:46:36-05:00July 16th, 2025|

“You feel like it’s all going to work out:” Dr. Ashley Hendrix’s expertise and compassion gave DeMara Gray essential support for her breast cancer journey

When DeMara Gray learned she had breast cancer, she was understandably scared. Dr. Ashley Hendrix, a breast surgical oncologist at Regional One Health Cancer Care, treated her with compassion and expertise, and even connected her with genetic testing. Now, DeMara is back to the life she loves, and she is grateful to Dr. Hendrix [...]

2025-07-03T12:18:38-05:00July 3rd, 2025|

Think “head to toe” when it comes to preventing skin cancer and sun damage

This summer, make sure you're protecting yourself from head to toe against the sun's harmful rays. It is important to use clothing and sunscreen to cover high-risk areas like the legs, arms, and back, and don't forget less obvious spots like the scalp, ears, hands, and feet. Make sure you and your dermatologist check [...]

2025-07-02T11:34:06-05:00July 2nd, 2025|

Make a difference for our patients! Regional One Health seeks volunteers for hospital and outpatient waiting areas

Volunteering at Regional One Health is a great way to support our patients and staff and make a positive difference in the community. We are currently seeking volunteers to assist patients in our waiting room and outpatient waiting room. Regional One Health offers a variety of unique and rewarding volunteer opportunities for community members [...]

2025-06-25T08:01:03-05:00June 25th, 2025|

Architectural Design Services RFP Issued

Regional One Health, through its partner Covalus|Allworld, has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for architectural design services for its campus modernization project.  The RFP has been developed to identify and engage the most qualified design partners to deliver efficient, cost-effective and innovative solutions to achieving Regional One Health’s vision to construct a multi-phase academic [...]

2025-06-19T13:20:41-05:00June 19th, 2025|

Ask the Experts: If you’re struggling with a hernia, robotic or minimally invasive surgery can get you back to normal quickly

Hernias are a common health concern for men, and factors like aging, family history, and obesity can increase your risk. If you think you have a hernia, consult with a general surgeon about your options. Some patients can manage their condition through lifestyle changes, while others can have a minimally invasive procedure that gets [...]

2025-06-05T10:03:18-05:00June 5th, 2025|

Community Health Workers used lived experience to help patients access the care and resources they need to improve their health

Regional One Health's Community Health Workers Program helps patients access medical care and resources for social needs like housing, food, and transportation. CHWs are required to have lived experience, which means they have personally overcome the type of challenges their patients are facing. The program earned accreditation from the Tennessee Community Health Worker Association, a [...]

2025-06-04T11:31:32-05:00June 4th, 2025|
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