During National Trauma Awareness Month, learn to save a life with free classes offered by Regional One Health
May is National Trauma Awareness Month, making it a great time to learn how you can help keep our community safe. Regional One Health's Elvis Presley Trauma Center offers a variety of free classes focused on health and safety issues that impact Memphis and the Mid-South. Classes are held year-round for schools, civic groups, churches, etc. - sign up today and learn how you can help save a life! As the Mid-South’s level-one trauma center, [...]
Genetic counseling harnesses the power of DNA to help patients understand and manage their risk of hereditary cancer
Regional One Health Cancer Care's high-risk cancer clinics offer genetic counseling to help patients understand and manage their risk for hereditary cancer. Our experts recently hosted a Lunch & Learn to spread the word about how genetic counseling can help patients take charge of their health and their family's health. Learning about your genetic risk for cancer can lead to additional screening, lifestyle changes, preventative treatment options and more. Regional One Health Cancer Care is [...]
“She’s always here for me:” ONE Health helped Bud Tunstall reclaim hope and excitement for life
Regional One Health's ONE Health complex care program helps patients meet their medical needs and addresses social determinants of health such as housing, food and transportation. For Bud Tunstall, it was a chance to overcome several serious health conditions and get back to enjoying life and feeling hopeful about the future. Bud's case manager Maggie Gafa, RN says that is the goal for every patient they see: “To see him regain an excitement for life [...]
Strong score in Leapfrog health care grades reflects Regional One Health’s commitment to top-quality patient care
Regional One Health earned a B grade in this year's Leapfrog health care grades. The strong outcome reflects the health care system's focus on providing excellent patient care, safety, and experiences. Leaders say every member of the Regional One Health team played a role, and they look forward to continued success and improvement in the future. Regional One Health’s score from Leapfrog, a national hospital watchdog group, rose to a B this year, reflecting [...]
Regional One Health starting Menopause Support Group to educate and empower women to improve their health as they age
Regional One Health is now offering a Menopause Support Group to give women the opportunity to learn from health care experts and each other. Sessions will be led by Dr. Pallavi Khanna, a Certified Menopause Practitioner, as well as other health care providers. The goal is to give women a safe place to learn about improving their health as they age, and to ask questions in a judgment-free zone. Menopause is a normal part [...]
During Patient Experience Week, Regional One Health celebrates the role all employees play in delivering exceptional, compassionate care
During Patient Experience Week April 29-May 3, we're celebrating the role every single one of our employees plays in delivering an exceptional patient experience. Both clinical and non-clinical employees have an impact on our patients, and we are proud of their efforts to support expert, compassionate care. Our goal is to ensure a patient experience that not only promotes healing, but empowers patients to take an active role in improving their health and quality of [...]
“They’re truly saving lives every day:” For Amanda Damron, volunteering at Regional One Health is a chance to support critical care for our community
Amanda Damron's life has been touched by Regional One Health in a number of ways, and she's passionate about giving back. Amanda volunteers through the ONE Club women's auxiliary to support employees, and has also reached out to the teams at the Elvis Presley Trauma Center and Sheldon B. Korones Newborn Center NICU. She encourages others to get involved with volunteering at Regional One Health to support men and women who provide lifesaving care every [...]
After their son received lifesaving care at Regional One Health, the Ready family found a way to share hope and healing with other patients
After Banks Ready suffered a severe traumatic brain injury in a car crash, the team at Regional One Health's Elvis Presley Trauma Center provided lifesaving care that allowed him to progress to rehabilitation and ultimately lead a full, healthy life. The Ready family always wanted to find a way to give back and help other patients like Banks. Their generous donation allowed Regional One Health to open the Banks Ready Neuro Motor Cognitive Gym, a [...]
During National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, give safe driving your full attention. Here’s how!
During National Distracted Driving Month in April, our trauma team is sharing tips you can use all year long to make our roadways safer. Car accidents are the number one cause of injuries treated at our Elvis Presley Trauma Center, and distracted drivers play a role in many of those crashes. Keep yourself, your loved ones, and your community safe by avoiding cellphone use, eating and drinking, and other distractions when behind the wheel. April [...]
Ask the Experts: Your diet can be a tool for managing your cancer risk – here’s how!
Eating a healthy, balanced diet can help you manage your risk for many types of cancer. Regional One Health Cancer Care surgical oncologist Dr. Evan Glazer says that doesn't have to mean giving up everything you love, and it's OK to have a treat now and then! He recommends focusing on whole, natural foods while minimizing processed foods and added sugar, and striving to get regular exercise. If you ask most people about their health [...]