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“I can’t imagine being anywhere else:” World-class burn care helped Christen Jones get back to life feeling stronger than ever

Christen Jones suffered severe burn injuries at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to a nearly month-long stay at Regional One Health's Firefighters Burn Center. While the isolation caused by the pandemic and the challenges of recovering from her injury were never easy, Christen found compassion and support every step of the way. Now, [...]

2023-10-04T14:40:43-06:00November 1st, 2023|

As the Elvis Presley Trauma Center turns 40, Regional One Health marks a lifesaving legacy while working to meet future critical care needs

On Thursday, August 10, 2023, our Elvis Presley Trauma Center celebrates 40 years of providing lifesaving care to patients from all over the Mid-South. As the only Level-One Trauma Center in a 150 mile radius of Memphis, our facility plays a critical role in protecting the health and welfare of our community. While we look [...]

2024-01-28T16:02:57-06:00August 10th, 2023|

“I thank God for them:” After a string of health emergencies, Michael Nelson can care for his family thanks to ONE Health

Without regular health care, Michael Nelson suffered a string of medical emergencies related to hypertension and diabetes. It made it difficult to care for his mom and spend time with his granddaughter. After Michael connected with our ONE Health complex care program, which helps patients meet medical and social needs, he got a second chance. [...]

2023-06-13T12:49:38-06:00July 6th, 2023|

“I am extremely blessed.” After a critical injury, Regional One Health helped Geoffrey Yoste get back to family and cross the finish line at the St. Jude Half Marathon

When Geoffrey Yoste was suffered a skull fracture and brain bleed in a skateboarding accident, he needed everything to go right in order to have a chance to survive. Fortunately, he says, he was taken to Regional One Health's Elvis Presley Trauma Center, where a team of experts was able to deliver the lifesaving care [...]

2023-04-11T08:55:19-06:00May 17th, 2023|

Regional One Health and the Rollin’ Grizzlies are helping patients reclaim independence and joy after life-changing trauma

At Regional One Health, we believe patients shouldn't just survive a traumatic injury, they should get the chance to return to the activities they love. Our Elvis Presley Trauma Center and Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital are built to help critically injured patients heal, regain strength, and return to independent life. That's exactly what happened for Mike [...]

2024-01-28T16:37:57-06:00May 17th, 2023|

“They have a lot of love to give:” As a NICU baby and mom, Aniesha Boatwright knows the difference Regional One Health makes for Mid-South families

When Aniesha Boatwright needed an emergency C-section at just 25 weeks pregnant, she knew Regional One Health was the right place to be for both her and her baby. Aniesha herself was a Regional One Health NICU baby, and she was confident her little girl would receive the best care possible from the caring [...]

2023-05-12T10:55:50-06:00May 12th, 2023|

When Michelle Lewis went into early labor hundreds of miles from home, Regional One Health’s NICU team made sure she never felt alone

Michelle Lewis, a cross-country truck driver, was driving through West Memphis when her water broke at just 24 weeks pregnant. She was taken to Regional One Health, and her daughter Ruby was born weighing just 1 pound, 12 ounces. Even though Michelle was far from home and her loved ones, she says she and Ruby [...]

2023-05-12T10:56:44-06:00May 12th, 2023|

After Regional One Health’s NICU team surrounded them with support, the Holdemans paid it forward by helping other premature babies

After Emily and Jordan Holdeman's daughter was born just shy of 28 weeks weighing a little over 2 pounds, they had to get used to life in the NICU. Fortunately, they say the doctors and nurses at Regional One Health's Sheldon B. Korones Newborn Center surrounded them with both expert medical care and plenty [...]

2023-05-12T10:56:55-06:00May 12th, 2023|

50 years of giving back: Johnson Auxiliary celebrates legacy of supporting Regional One Health patients, visitors and employees

The John K. and Katherine Johnson Auxiliary was started by a group of Presbyterian women to support the needs of Regional One Health patients and staff. For 50 years, the Auxiliary has done just that, building a legacy that has had a positive impact on the health of families throughout the Mid-South. The Auxiliary [...]

2024-01-28T16:34:50-06:00April 18th, 2023|

“I can’t imagine doing anything else!” For 20 years, Alisha Steele has provided exceptional care to Regional One Health’s tiniest patients

Alisha Steele has spent 20 years as a NICU nurse at Regional One Health, touching the lives of countless Mid-South babies and families. Alisha can't imagine working anywhere else, and said she loves caring for her tiny patients. She encourages the community to support the NICU, noting families experience hardships when they have a baby [...]

2022-11-28T10:52:01-06:00November 28th, 2022|
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