“I knew I could get better:” Faith, family and exceptional care gave Deputy Sheriff Austin Eldridge strength to overcome devastating injuries
Desoto County Deputy Sheriff Austin Eldridge was struck by a drunk driver while helping a stranded motorist fix a flat tire - and while his injuries were life-changing, he said the care he received from the Firefighters Burn Center allowed him to return to his family and his work. Dr. Ram Velamuri and his team were able to perform surgeries that saved Austin's leg, while Burn Rehabilitation Manager Sandra Fletchall has worked with him [...]
Meet our Midwives! Edna Tucker, MSN, CNM is honored to care for women as she’d want her own loved ones cared for
Edna Tucker, MSN, CNM “I knew I wanted a career where I would be taking care of people, and nursing just made sense. I was always fascinated with babies and pregnant women. After I had a nurse midwife for my own first pregnancy, I quickly knew what I was made to do!” Eight years later, Edna Tucker, MSN, CNM is a Certified Nurse Midwife at Regional One Health – and just as [...]
Meet our Midwives! Davin Johnson, MSN, CNM is living her childhood dream by providing women’s wellness and pregnancy and childbirth care
Davin Johnson, MSN, CNM “I’ve wanted to deliver babies since the 2nd grade. It’s what I said when I was asked what I wanted to be when I grow up, and there’s an old photo somewhere at my mom’s house to prove it. I couldn’t have fully planned or mapped out my path to midwifery if I tried, but I truly believe the Lord set my path.” Indeed, Davin Johnson, MSN, CNM [...]
“I felt like I was heard:” Allie Byrne found comfort, support and empowerment from our Certified Nurse Midwives
Trying for a natural childbirth was important to Allie Byrne, and just as important was finding a health care provider who would offer support and reassurance. Allie says she found just that in Regional One Health's Certified Nurse Midwives, who delivered empowering care during her pregnancy and childbirth and after her daughters were born. Our midwifery team sees patients for pregnancy and regular well-woman care at Kirby Primary Care and Hollywood Primary Care, and [...]
“They pretty much saved my life:” ONE Health offered health and hope in Curtis Tucker’s struggle with Crohn’s disease
Curtis Tucker struggled to manage Crohn's disease without health insurance and proper medication, and ultimately his condition required emergency surgery. After his procedure, he was connected to Regional One Health's ONE Health complex care program, which helps uninsured patients meet medical and social needs. Now, with his Crohn's under control, Curtis' health is stable and he's even hoping to go back to work as an auto mechanic. Living with Crohn’s disease can feel like a [...]
Meet our Midwives! Breia Loft, MSN, CNM stands alongside women to empower them to choose their ideal birth experience
Breia Loft, MSN, CNM “No matter what, I want to give women the choice of midwifery care in Memphis. I want to empower them to choose their ideal birth experience, and to come alongside them to help them achieve it.” Breia Loft, MSN, CNM has been a Certified Nurse Midwife for 24 years, the past six at Regional One Health. As a mom herself, she feels a responsibility to other women in [...]
Regional One Health welcomes Manoucheka Thermitus as new Chief Operating Officer
Regional One Health is pleased to welcome Manoucheka Thermitus, MBA to the health system’s executive leadership team as chief operating officer. Manoucheka Thermitus, MBA, is the new Chief Operating Officer at Regional One Health. She will lead a variety of clinical and non-clinical operational areas. In her new role, Thermitus will lead clinical and non-clinical operational areas including pharmacy, surgical services, laboratory, imaging, food and nutrition services, environmental services, security and emergency [...]
Meet our Midwives! Amanda Williams, MSN, CNM embraces the chance to create awe-inspiring moments and meet local health care needs
Amanda Williams, MSN, CNM “One of my favorite birth scenarios is when the laboring person’s partner assists in the birth and their hands are the first to touch their new baby. It is an incredibly unifying moment for their partnership and to witness the joy and power of that moment is awe-inspiring.” Amanda Williams, MSN, CNM is frequently inspired by her career as a Certified Nurse Midwife, which allows her to achieve [...]
Ask the Experts: Why is it so important to see a specialist for blood cancers?
During September's Blood Cancer Awareness Month, Regional One Health's medical oncology specialists are reaching out to educate the public about these complex diseases. They say blood cancers become more common as patients age, but advances in treatment mean people are living longer and better. It's important to see an oncologist who specializes in blood cancers, as they have additional expertise that allows them to make an accurate diagnosis and develop the optimal treatment plan. [...]
In aftermath of tragedy, Regional One Health leaders extend prayers and offer reassurances that the community’s emergency response network is strong
Regional One Health worked with other local emergency management entities to respond to the tragic mass shooting in Collierville Thursday, September 23. In total, eight patients were transported to Regional One Health. On Friday, health care system leaders addressed the community to discuss the response and offer prayers to those impacted by the incident. They also said the community can rest assured that the local emergency response network is robust and highly effective at [...]