| Sunday, August 31, 2008 | ||
Health Watch | Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Eric Silberg provides an overview of hip replacement at Oakwood, the only Michigan healthcare system with three hospitals earning Gold Seal certification from the Joint Commission for hip and knee replacement. | |
Everyday Heroes | During what he describes as the "worst time of my life," a patient was grateful to his respiratory therapist Holly McShane for her exceptional care. | |
Champions of Care | Heart disease is the leading cause of death of American women. Learn from Oakwood Community Health Manager Lindsey West how you can take an active role in keeping your heart healthy, and hear from a woman who has taken on the challenge along with her personal cardiac coach, Peggy Manchester. | |
Oakwood News | ||
| Sunday, August 24, 2008 | ||
Health Watch | Back packs, study habits, bus and pedestrian safety, nutritious lunches, ringworm and another season of colds: back-to-school season means a lot of concerns for parents. Pediatrician Dr. Daniel Frattarelli has the answers. | |
Everyday Heroes | If you get sick when you’re away from home, a hospital can be a lonely place. That’s one reason why Steve, a resident of Saginaw, truly appreciated the care he received from ICU staff nurses Chita Yeganehlayegh and Grace Ramirez while a patient at Oakwood Annapolis Hospital. | |
Champions of Care | According to the American Medical Association, each year the lives of Americans are disrupted by 40 million headaches, 36 million back pains, 24 million muscle pains and 20 million neck pains. Meet a chronic pain patient and her Champion of Care, Dr. Alice Shanaver. | |
Oakwood News | ||
| Sunday, August 17, 2008 | ||
Health Watch | Oakwood radiologist Dr. Cheryl Grigorian gives insights and recommendations for better breast health. | |
Everyday Heroes | When cardiac nurse Lisa became a cardiac patient, she appreciated the care and comfort provided by Oakwood Hospital & Medical Center nurses Jill Cizewski and Brenda Karana. | |
Champions of Care | With all of the advertising and opinions out there, how do you know which pharmaceuticals are really right for you? Oakwood pharmacist Gerry Petrosky provides expert advice. | |
Oakwood News | ||
| Sunday, August 10, 2008 | ||
Health Watch | Sudden death from heart attack is more often a result of calcification of the aorta - "hardening of the arteries" - than cholesterol. Oakwood cardiovascular disease specialist Dr. Elias Kassab shares his expertise on this topic. | |
Everyday Heroes | Oakwood Southshore nurses Lori Bondy and Melissa Brzys are applauded by their patient Ron, who appreciated their care and comfort while he underwent a colonoscopy. | |
Champions of Care | Millions of Americans experience intense, crippling levels of fear in their daily lives. Dr. Gregory Mahr will discuss the symptoms, causes and treatments for a variety of anxiety disorders so you`ll know when it`s time for you to seek professional help. | |
Oakwood News | ||
| Sunday, August 03, 2008 | ||
Health Watch | Did you know that the majority of new mothers suffer from some form of post-partum depression? Oakwood OB/GYN Dr. Stephanie Crain explains what`s normal and outlines when a new mom should seek treatment. | |
Everyday Heroes | When Renee needed a health advocate for her son, whose training for high school wrestling was harming his health, Oakwood Certified Athletic Trainer Lisa Hendrixon was there to help. | |
Champions of Care | When your feet hurt, you hurt all over. Oakwood podiatrist Dr. John Evans answers common questions about foot care and welcomes a patient who had successful bunion surgery. | |
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