“A chance to enjoy life again:” After struggling to find care, Phil Osment discovered the advanced expertise he needed at Regional One Health Cancer Care
When Phil Osment needed care for a painful hernia, he struggled to find a surgeon willing to operate on him due to the complexity of his condition. Phil's quality of life and sense of hope suffered until he found Dr. David Shibata at Regional One Health Cancer Care. As an expert in colorectal surgery, Dr. Shibata was able to provide the treatment Phil needed so he can get back to enjoying life and looking forward [...]
The power of medicine and humanity: Extended Care Hospital marks 10 years of hope and healing
Regional One Health's Extended Care Hospital is celebrating its 10th anniversary in December 2023, marking a decade of providing expert care for the community's most critically ill patients. The Extended Care Hospital has expanded and earned national accreditation and honors during the past 10 years. Even more important, numerous patients have returned to their homes and loved ones thanks to the care they received. For the past decade, a dedicated team has used their skills [...]
12 days of injury prevention: Avoid common holiday safety hazards with these tips from our trauma and burn care experts
Don't allow common holiday injuries to ruin your enjoyment of the season! Our experts from the Elvis Presley Trauma Center and Firefighters Burn Center are offering "12 days of injury prevention" tips to keep you and your family safe. Whether you're decorating, planning a holiday meal, or going to and from gatherings, follow their easy advice to avoid injury. The holidays can be full of excitement and fun, but they also contain their share of [...]
“It’s miraculous:” By providing cutting-edge cancer care, Regional One Health is helping JB and Dana McCarroll enjoy what matters most
JB and Dana McCarroll were stunned when JB was diagnosed with ocular melanoma, a rare form of cancer that later spread to his liver. JB needed a highly specialized procedure that is only available at three hospitals across the country. Thanks to surgical oncologist Dr. Evan Glazer, a liver cancer expert, Regional One Health is one of them. The McCarrolls say the care they are receiving from Dr. Glazer has allowed them to return [...]
Center for Innovation’s Access Incubator will evaluate a wearable respiratory monitor that could help reduce length of hospital stays
The newest participant in the Access Incubator at our Center for Innovation is Capnesity, a company that is developing a capnography Wearable Respiratory Analysis Device. The device would measure patients' carbon dioxide levels at home rather than the patient having to stay in the hospital. Capnesity hopes its product will lead to shorter hospital stays for patients with respiratory conditions like COPD, asthma and pneumonia. Going home from the hospital after an illness or injury [...]
Ask the Experts: Eating healthy is a first line of defense against a serious diagnosis – here’s how!
A nutritious diet can help you maintain a healthy weight and have more energy...and it can also be an important tool in managing and even preventing serious health conditions. Regional One Health's Medical Nutritional Therapy program helps patients address conditions like diabetes, hypertension, GI disorders and more. Jacqueline Daughtry, RDN, LDN, Manager of Clinical Nutrition, explains how the program provides one-on-one counseling, group sessions, take-home materials and more to support patients as they make [...]
“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 [...]
Robotic surgery can offer more treatment options for patients – all with lower risk, less pain, and a quicker recovery
Robotic surgery is an excellent option for many patients, including those who previously didn't qualify for other types of procedures. At Regional One Health, general surgeon Dr. Nabajit Choudhury provides robotic procedures for hernia repair, gallbladder removal, and more. These procedures are minimally invasive, which means patients have fewer complications and an easier recovery. If you need surgery, a minimally invasive robotic procedure can offer an excellent outcome with fewer complications, less risk, and [...]
An easy scan for past and present smokers can detect lung cancer while it’s still treatable
Whether you’re a past or present smoker, the habit has put you at a higher risk for lung cancer. Therefore, you might want to consider a quick, easy screening test.
On National Injury Prevention Day, Regional One Health raises awareness through outreach and free safety classes
November 18 is National Injury Prevention Day, and our team is reaching out to educate the public about how to avoid common causes of injuries. Regional One Health also offers free community classes on a variety of safety topics. Learn more and do your part to stop preventable injuries due to violence and accidents, which are the top cause of death among people age 44 and younger. Preventable injuries due to violence and accidents [...]