Beating the odds: For Kelly and daughter Whitney, Regional One Health’s NICU opened the door for a life full of love and purpose
When Kelly Bolton faced a medical emergency at just 25 weeks pregnant, she knew she needed the best expertise and resources to give her baby girl a chance. Kelly found exactly that at Regional One Health's Sheldon B. Korones Newborn Center, and the result has been nothing short of amazing. Kelly's daughter Whitney is now a thriving young adult on the cusp of graduating law school, and both are committed to supporting the Regional One [...]
When menopause comes too soon, it can be devastating – but expert multidisciplinary care can help!
Menopause typically starts around age 50, but for some women it can happen in the early 40s or even sooner. Early menopause and Premature Ovarian Insufficiency can have a big negative impact on your emotional, physical, and reproductive health. Regional One Health's unique Menopause Care Clinic can provide the expertise you need to manage your symptoms and protect your long-term health. Menopause usually starts in your early 50s – but for about 1 in 10 [...]
Regional One Health receives Certificate of Need (CON) approval to build new hospital in Memphis
Regional One Health has received approval from the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission for its Certificate of Need for a new hospital. This key state approval clears the path for a transformational investment in patient care, economic growth, and community health. The new hospital, which will be built on Union Avenue, is designed to serve the needs of patients for generations to come. Regional One Health, the cornerstone of Memphis healthcare for nearly 200 years, today announced [...]
As Regional One Health builds a new hospital, the Women’s Services team looks toward a bright future for patient care, research, and education
As Regional One Health plans to build a new hospital to meet our community's medical needs, the Women's Services team is excited to expand access alongside the health care system as a whole. Under the leadership of Dr. John Schorge, the Women's Services department has built a robust selection of services to meet patients' needs throughout their life. They look forward to continuing to add care options and expand research and education programs to ensure [...]
Struggling with allergy symptoms? Get relief with proactive primary care!
Allergies can make life miserable, especially during the spring. Your primary care provider can help. Your doctor can help identify the cause of your allergies so you can avoid triggers, and they can advise you on symptom relief. They can also help you prevent allergies from turning into something more, like a sinus infection or ear infection. Learn more! Allergies can cause congestion, itchy eyes, sneezing, and more – but they don’t have to [...]
Regional One Health’s expanded robotic surgery program is giving more patients the option of minimally invasive surgery
Regional One Health is home to expert surgeons and the most advanced robotic surgery technology in Memphis - and it's making a big difference for our patients. Dr. John Schorge, chief of Regional One Health's OB/GYN service, recently discussed how advances in robotic surgery are allowing more patients to have minimally invasive procedures for everything from hernia repair to cancer to fibroids. He said minimally invasive procedures involve fewer complications, less pain, and an [...]
Dr. Anthony Nicholas brings experience, expertise, and compassion to Parkinson’s disease patients at Regional One Health
Dr. Anthony P. Nicholas recently joined the team at Regional One Health, bringing over 30 years of experience and expertise in caring for patients with Parkinson's disease. Dr. Nicholas take a patient-centered approach by educating each person about their condition and helping them find the treatment plan that fits their needs and goals. He sees patients at Regional One Health's East Campus for the treatment of Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders, including tremors [...]
Kristen Wilkerson was in a serious accident a week before her wedding. Her Regional One Health team made sure she had the big day she deserved.
Kristen and Aaron were one week away from their wedding when she was in a horrific motorcycle accident. However, trauma proved no match for determination, love, and the miracle workers at Regional One Health’s Elvis Presley Trauma Center. As Kristen committed herself to getting stronger, her health care team jumped into action to plan a wedding at the hospital’s chapel – and prove that exceptional health care is about more than just medicine. For Aaron [...]
“We’re so good at making it work!” Karla Arnold is investing in Regional One Health’s future in her roles as nurse, mentor, and leader
After over 10 years in nursing at Regional One Health, Karla Arnold has made an impact on countless lives. Along with the patients and families she cares for in the Intensive Care Unit, she is a mentor and teacher for younger nurses. Karla says she is proud to be part of a team that plays an essential role in the Memphis community, and looks forward to a bright future as Regional One Health works toward [...]
Regional One Health’s Maternal One Model Program is building a healthier community, one mom at a time
Regional One Health's Maternal One Model (MOM) Program is designed to connect expectant moms with the health care and social support resources they need to thrive. By helping patients access regular prenatal care along with transportation, healthy food, baby supplies, and more, the program is making a real difference in the community. Leaders say MOM is not only improving the health and wellbeing of mothers and their babies, it is building stronger, healthier families. Having [...]