Ask the Experts: What are the benefits of seeing a neurologist for a cognitive disorder?
Alzheimer's disease and dementia are difficult diagnoses because there is no cure and a patient will inevitably decline. It is still important to build a relationship with a neurologist, as they can make a proper diagnosis and help manage symptoms and care decisions. Cognitive disorders like dementia or Alzheimer’s disease are hard diagnoses to deal with. There is no cure, and the patient’s abilities will inevitably decline, not improve. However, there are still many [...]
“She went through the whole battle with me:” With ONE Health’s help, Ebony is reclaiming her health, independence, and joy for life
When Ebony Douglas could no longer work or stay in her home due to a severe case of COVID-19, she was devastated to lose her independence. Our ONE Health complex care team stepped in to help, connecting Ebony with the health care and support she needed to get back on track. Today, she has reconnected with her family and is looking forward to moving back into a place of her own. Ebony Douglas loved her [...]
Regional One Health President & CEO Dr. Reginald Coopwood: Our community deserves health care built for the future
Regional One Health President & CEO Reginald Coopwood, MD, says all patients in Memphis and the Mid-South deserve world-class medical care. He is committed to modernizing the health care system's facilities to ensure patients have access to the services they need. The best way to do so is to move forward with the health care system's plans for an academic medical center, and leaders continue working toward that vision. Since 1829, Regional One Health has [...]
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 them back to normal quickly. Whether due to age, strenuous exercise, or just bad luck, hernias are a common health [...]
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 recognition of the fact that it meets rigorous quality standards. Regular medical care is key to good health – but [...]
Is a nurse midwife right for you? Get answers to your questions about this empowering model of care
Regional One Health’s certified nurse midwives provide care for women from the time they start their period through menopause. Along with personalized well-woman services, they offer patient-centered prenatal care, and Regional One Health is the only hospital in Memphis where women can give birth with the support of a certified nurse midwife. Learn more to decide if this empowering model of care is right for you! Regional One Health offers multiple styles of care [...]
Regional One Health Trauma & Burn Conference continues to grow, providing access to expert training for critical care professionals
Our 2025 Trauma & Burn Conference was a big success, with around 250 critical care professionals joining us for certification classes and symposium-style presentations. As the region's level-one trauma center and verified burn center, Regional One Health is proud to share expertise and training with providers from all over the Mid-South. We look forward to continuing to expand on the conference as a way of furthering our mission of improving care for critically injured [...]
Speech language pathologists can help improve quality of life and independence through personalized one-on-one care
During National Speech, Language, and Hearing Month, we're celebrating the role speech-language pathologists play in helping patients heal after an illness or injury. Speech language pathologists help with speech and articulation, cognition, the physical aspect of speaking, and even swallow disorders. They develop an individualized care plan based on each patient's needs and goals to help them communicate and live independently. Speech therapy can help patients communicate with loved ones, eat their favorite foods, and [...]
Remote imaging capabilities help Elvis Presley Trauma Center speed up planning and delivery of care for critically injured patients
After a traumatic injury, receiving expert care quickly is key to a positive outcome. Our Elvis Presley Trauma Center is making that easier by allowing other hospitals to send imaging digitally before they transfer a patient. That allows our team to start planning care before the patient even arrives, and some patients can even avoid a transfer if they don’t require level-one trauma care. When someone suffers a traumatic injury or illness, receiving expert care [...]
With the most advanced robotic surgery resources in our community, Regional One Health offers optimal results with faster recovery
Regional One Health recently introduced the Intuitive da Vinci DV-5 robotic surgery system at its Outpatient Surgery Center and inpatient surgery facility. As the only hospital in Memphis with this advanced technology, we can offer more patients minimally invasive robotic procedures for a variety of conditions. These procedures have excellent outcomes and involve an easier recovery, less risk, and less scarring so patients can get back to normal activities more quickly. Regional One Health is [...]