Nurse Residency Program helps meet recruitment and retention needs at Regional One Health by training a new generation of exceptional nurses
Regional One Health's unique Nurse Residency Program is helping the health care system bring in a new generation of successful nurses. The one-year program gives residents hands-on experience as well as mentoring and professional development [...]
Watch now! Chief Innovation Officer joins Action News 5 to discuss how Access Incubator is helping evaluate AI-based fall prevention technology
Our Center for Innovation empowers entrepreneurs to use creativity and innovation to come up with new ways to improve patient experiences and outcomes. Alejandra Alvarez, Chief Innovation Officer for Regional One Health, spoke with Action [...]
Regional One Health moves forward with building new hospital campus to advance patient care and meet community needs
“I believe that we can have in Memphis a strong Academic Medical Center that will fulfill the complex needs of our community and provide high-quality care," says Reginald Coopwood, MD, President & CEO. [...]
Ask the Experts: Self-care can improve your health – here’s how your primary care provider can help!
Self-care isn't a luxury, it's a necessity for improving your health, managing chronic conditions, and avoiding serious illnesses. Family Nurse Practitioner Merkita Lester helps patients with self-care by counseling them on quality sleep, diet [...]
Breastfeeding can help reduce your risk of breast cancer – here’s what you need to know!
Studies show breastfeeding has a link to reducing a woman's lifetime risk of developing breast cancer. Dr. Ashley Hendrix, a Breast Surgical Oncologist at Regional One Health Cancer Care, said breastfeeding can cause the body [...]
“Live a life that continues to grow:” The best menopause diet should focus on health and energy rather than losing weight
During menopause, weight gain can be a big concern for many women - but experts say the best diet isn't aimed at shedding pounds, but at improving your health and energy. Focus on eating foods [...]
Regional One Health celebrates 200th focused ultrasound, a non-surgical procedure that helps essential tremor patients regain independence and quality of life
Regional One Health's focused ultrasound team just celebrated a major milestone: the 200th procedure performed at our East Campus Imaging Center. Focused ultrasound is a non-surgical, incisionless procedure proven to provide immediate, lasting relief [...]
Ask the Experts: Back to school season is here, and it’s up to all of us to protect kids as they head back to class
Mid-South schools are opening up in August, and that means heavier traffic on the roadways, especially around schools. Everyone plays a role in keeping kids safe, whether you're taking your own children to school [...]
During National Breastfeeding Month, learn how breastmilk and skin-to-skin care nourish babies physically and emotionally
August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month! Regional One Health offers a robust lactation support program for new parents. Our experts provide support, resources and education aimed at helping parents succeed at breastfeeding and skin-to-skin [...]
TeamBirth protocol will help ensure a safe, positive birth experience for Regional One Health labor & delivery patients
Regional One Health's Labor & Delivery team is implementing a new set of standards called "TeamBirth" to enhance communication between providers and patients. The goal of "TeamBirth" is to put the patient at the [...]