Creating Change out of Challenge: Regional One Health brings childbirth classes online to serve new parents during pandemic
COVID-19 is presenting a number of challenges for our employees, and they are rising to the occasion by creating new and innovative ways to serve their patients. Jehan Ellis, our childbirth education program coordinator, led an effort to bring her classes online so new parents don't miss out on an opportunity for information and support. The Center for Innovation is celebrating the efforts of Ellis and other innovators who are turning a difficult situation [...]
Together, we must do better
Pictured left to right: Reginald Coopwood, M.D. (President and CEO - Regional One Health) | Jason Little (President and CEO - Baptist Memorial Health Care) | Michael Ugwueke (President and CEO - Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare) In the middle of one pandemic, we are so painfully reminded of another. Racism is as insidious as it is intractable. No simple vaccine will save us from it. The tragic death of George Floyd [...]
Where Health Comes First: During National Hospital Week, Regional One Health honors employees for bringing hope and healing to our community
National Hospital Week is May 10-16. This year's theme, "Where Health Comes First," honors the hope and healing hospitals provide to their communities. That is highlighted in 2020 by the crucial role hospitals are playing in response to COVID-19. At Regional One Health, we're celebrating our entire team for their contributions during this challenging time, as it takes every employee working together to provide exceptional care. National Hospital Week celebrates the crucial role hospitals [...]
Regional One Health is proud to celebrate our dedicated nursing team during National Nurses Week May 6-12
National Nurses Week, held May 6-12, honors nurses for the skill and compassion they show patients and families every day. Regional One Health is proud to honor our dedicated nurses as they provide lifesaving care and protect our community during the COVID-19 pandemic. As we celebrate Nurses Week, some members of our team shared what inspired them to join the nursing field - and why they have found it to be not just a [...]
As our community starts to reopen, it’s more important than ever to take precautions to stay safe – here’s what you can do
As our community begins to get back to business starting this week, it is more important than ever to take common-sense steps to protect yourself and others against COVID-19. Continue to be vigilant about social distancing, wearing face coverings, washing your hands and more. If you do feel sick, call your health care provider so they can advise you of your next steps. Shelby County is starting to get back to business this week [...]
Regional One Health offers support for expectant moms by introducing online childbirth education classes starting May 5
Regional One Health is now offering childbirth education classes online due to social distancing associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. The classes classes can be accessed on a smart phone, tablet or computer. Topics include healthy pregnancy, labor and delivery, postpartum issues and breastfeeding. Classes are offered free to patients, and are designed to empower women to have healthy babies. Regional One Health believes education and support – along with exceptional medical services – are [...]
A sewing machine, quilting squares and a lunch hour: Regional One Health colleagues do their part to help fight COVID-19
Robin Arnett and Brad Jordan, who work together in medical credentialing at Regional One Health, wanted to do something to help during the COVID-19 pandemic. They discovered they both enjoy sewing, so they decided to make masks together during their lunch hour. They plan to donate them to members of their team to help keep them safe from infection. As colleagues in Regional One Health’s medical credentialing office, Brad Jordan and Robin Arnett see [...]
Ask the Experts: What’s your best advice for protecting against breast cancer?
Catching breast cancer early saves lives because tumors are found when they are still small and treatable. Dr. Pallavi Khanna from Regional One Health's East Campus said the best ways to catch cancer early are to have your recommended screening mammograms, be aware of changes to your breasts and talk openly with your doctor about your risk factors. Catching breast cancer early, when tumors are still small and treatable, gives patients the best chance [...]
Certified hand therapy gives patients new hope – or a new normal – as they get back to life after injury or illness
We use our hands and arms for so much of what we do, so when an injury gets in the way, it can have a major impact on quality of life. The hands and arms are also very complex, so it takes a clinician with a special level of expertise to treat these injuries successfully. Jodi Barron is a certified hand therapist at Regional One Health. She can help patients get back to normal [...]
If you’re nervous about your annual exam, fear not – here’s what to expect
It's normal to be nervous about your annual primary care visit, but it's important to get past the nerves and develop a relationship with a primary care provider. Your provider can help prevent disease, manage chronic conditions, get referrals for tests or specialists and more. Tomisha Byard, a family nurse practitioner at Regional One Health's Harbor of Health, says patients can make the most out of their annual checkup by knowing their medical history, [...]