“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 who must be hospitalized for an extended period of time. When Alisha Steele was in elementary school, her teacher asked [...]
“How could I not help?” For Randa Rosenblum, supporting Regional One Health is a way to help improve the lives of all Memphians
Randa Rosenblum is involved with the Regional One Health Foundation as a donor, ONE Club member, and NICU volunteer. She says her service at the hospital, especially supporting NICU babies and nurses, is one of the most meaningful aspects of her life. Randa encourages others to get involved at Regional One Health, noting it is truly a way to improve lives in our community. Randa Rosenblum has had decades of success in the Memphis business [...]
“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 doctors and nurses at the Sheldon B. Korones Newborn Center. Regional One Health is also the region's leader in caring [...]
Ask the Experts: Watch for these risk factors and symptoms to help catch pancreatic cancer early
While there are no routine screening exams for pancreatic cancer, there are risk factors and symptoms patients can monitor in order to be proactive about their health. Dr. Evan Glazer, a surgical oncologist who is a nationally-known expert in treating pancreatic cancer, says it is important to pay attention to your body and seek care for symptoms like jaundice, a dull ache in the stomach, and weight loss. Fortunately, treatment options for pancreatic cancer are [...]
Making health care easier: New pharmacy app lets patients refill prescriptions anytime and from anywhere
Regional One Health is offering a new app that current pharmacy patients can use to order their refills online - anytime and from anywhere! The app also lets you keep a list of your medications at your fingertips, check expiration dates and refills remaining, and get alerts when your medication is ready to pick up. Signing up is easy - you just need your name, an Rx number, date of birth, and email address. Prescription [...]
World-class gynecologic oncology and complex gynecologic surgery services return to Regional One Health
Dr. John O. Schorge, a renowned expert in OB/GYN care, is now offering gynecologic oncology and complex gynecologic surgery at Regional One Health. By making specialized care more accessible, he is improving outcomes for patients diagnosed with cervical, uterine, ovarian and vulvar cancer, along with benign conditions including fibroids and endometriosis. Dr. Schorge specializes in minimally-invasive procedures, which mean smaller incisions and less risk and recovery time for patients. When a patient is diagnosed with [...]
“He never gave up on me:” Stephen Childers is enjoying family, faith and fitness thanks to expert care from surgical oncologist Dr. Evan Glazer
When Stephen Childers faced his third serious cancer diagnosis, he needed highly complex surgery in order to survive. Stephen was referred to Regional One Health Cancer Care surgical oncologist Dr. Evan Glazer, a liver and pancreatic cancer expert who offers a level of specialized care that is unique in the Mid-South. Thanks to the treatment he received, Stephen is back to competing in 5K races, practicing his faith, and looking forward to welcoming his [...]
I’m young, low-risk and healthy. Do I really need a mammogram every year?
Don't assume youth and a lack of symptoms mean you don't need an annual screening mammogram - these tests are still the best way to catch breast cancer early and save lives. If you wait for symptoms to emerge, there's a better chance the disease will have spread or be more advanced. On the other hand, if you catch breast cancer early via an annual mammogram it will be easier to treat. Regional One [...]
As the only local hospital where patients can deliver with a nurse midwife, Regional One Health offers families safety, comfort and personalized support
Regional One Health is the only Memphis hospital where patients can give birth with the support of a Certified Nurse Midwife. That means families can enjoy the best of both worlds - the safety of delivering in a hospital and the personalized, supportive touch that is unique to the midwifery model of care. It is a great way for expectant parents to receive exceptional prenatal care and have their provider's one-on-one support in achieving [...]
Regional One Health’s new surgical oncology service in East Memphis makes it easier to access breast cancer care
Regional One Health's East Campus is now offering surgical oncology consultations and same-day procedures for breast cancer, skin cancer and melanoma patients. Dr. Martin Fleming and Dr. Ashley Hendrix created the new clinic to improve access to advanced care. They take a personalized approach to treatment and encourage patients to play an active role in making decisions about their care. Breast cancer patients have better outcomes when they can receive prompt care targeted to their [...]