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Midland Health is proud to announce the arrival of the first, all-digital Omni Legend PET/CT scanner, in the United States. This scanner is used to stage and restage a variety of cancers as well as diagnose diseases like Alzheimer’s disease. Omni Legend is the most advanced PET/CT available, and now Diagnostic Imaging Associates (DIA) has one of the first few in the entire world. The highest level of care with superior quality of imaging is available here in the Permian Basin. The state-of-the-art archi...
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68Nurse has been serving the Permian Basin community for over 11 years. If you have ever utilized the nurse hotline, you are aware of just how valuable this resource has been. 68Nurse is a free 24-hour call service providing medical advice given by a registered nurse. The nurses give free medical advice, but they also help with medication questions, home care advice, and local resources offered for various healthcare conditions . Recently 68Nurse has been instr...
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Midland Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce the addition of state-of-the-art technology to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of lung disorders, including inflammation, infections, or cancer. The technology includes two separate components that include Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS), and Peripheral Lung Navigation (PLN). The primary benefits of EBUS and PLN include the provision of minimally invasive methods for lung biopsies, the ability to biopsy nodules previously inaccessible, and th...
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On Tuesday, September 1, 2020 Wall Street Pediatrics and the Midland Community Healthcare Services Pediatric Clinic will be joining together at the Midland Health West Campus, 4214 Andrews Highway. The clinic will be located on the third floor of the West Campus. The MCHS Pediatric Clinic phone numbers will be used at the new location, 432-697-4747. The MCHS Pediatric Clinic location on Delano will be closing. The transition will include the practices of Dr. Irina Remsburg, Dr. Chandan Maz...
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Join us today, as Midland Memorial Hospital's Auxiliary will dedicate a new information desk in the main lobby with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Speakers will include Russell Meyers (MH president and CEO), Lu Ingram (Auxiliary president) and Ann Kleine (ways and means project chairman). Location: Midland Memorial Hospital New Patient Tower Entrance 400 Rosalind Redfern Grover Parkway Midland, TX Time: 3 p.m. The total gift from the Auxiliary to the hospital is $277,000. This will be the largest proj...
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Midlandhealth.org has a new look! Our new website is all-inclusive of Midland Memorial Hospital services and departments, as well as Midland Health affiliate practices such as Midland Dermatology and Skin Cancer Center, Permian Cardiology, Wall Street Pediatrics, West Texas Orthopedics, West Texas Therapy and much more. Some new features include: Find a Provider tab can assist in searching for any provider within Midland Health based on specialty, name or location. Services tab lists both inpatient hosp...
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The world is facing a historical event, that society hasn’t seen in 100 years. With the coronavirus spreading in every country, followed by economical loss and social disconnection, the body, mind, and spirit can become overwhelmed by the constant stressors that seem to be endless this year. Leaving behind a plethora of emotions such as, anxiety, fatigue, depression, insomnia, disconnection, and even physical pain. Feelings of hopelessness, fear, and distrust of others begins consuming every...
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By Val Sparks, MSN, RN, CIC Infection Preventionist at Midland Memorial Hospital If you’ve ever ha d the common cold it is most likely caused by a seasonal common human coronavirus. Most individuals get infected with one or more of these viruses at some point in their life. However, this should NOT be confused with the Coronavirus Disease-2019 (COVID-19) that we are hearing about in the news and is infecting thousands across China and J apan. The common...
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By: Michelle Garcia Executive Director of Championship Hearts Foundation Midland Health is hosting a free teen heart screening for the youth in our community through a partnership with Championship Hearts Foundation . The mission of Championship Hearts is to reduce the incidence of sudden cardiac death in Texas teens. C ardiac disease is the number one cause of death in the US, yet the adolescent population is not one that is usually screened for heart abnormalities. The le...
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Midland Health now offers a convenient , safe, and secure way for our community to dispose of unwanted OTC and prescription medications. Did you know s toring unwanted and expired medications in the home increases the risk of misuse and places children, seniors, and pets a t risk for accidental poisoning? Each year, over $1 billion worth of leftover drugs are thrown in the trash, flushed, or relegated to medicine cabinets. When drugs are disposed of in the garbage, poured ...
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Midland Health offers a convenient , safe, and secure way for our community to dispose of unwanted OTC and prescription medications. Did you know storing unwanted and expired medications in the home increases the risk of misuse and places children, seniors, and pets at risk for accidental poisoning ? Each year, over $1 billion worth of leftover drugs are thrown in the trash, flushed, or relegated to medicine cabinets . When drugs are disposed of in the garbage, poured down the drain, or flus...
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We invite you to participate in our upcoming Blood Drive event at Midland Memorial Hospital, where a simple act of donating blood can help save lives. Every drop counts and your contribution can make a significant impact. Walk-ins are always welcome! You can also schedule a donation online at donors.vitalant.org Date: November 3rd Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Location: Midland Memorial Hospital Main Lobby Why Donate? Blood donation is a selfless act that can have a profound impact on those in need. Here ...
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February is American heart Month, and each year we are reminded to focus on our heart health. This year, instead of merely managing our heart disease, let us focus on how to prevent, treat and reverse it. Yes, I am talking about reversing heart disease. It is not new information; we have known about this for about 40 years, but it has somehow not trickled into mainstream medical practice. Midland Health, in its commitment to making Midland the healthiest community in Texas, is excited to annou...
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The Midland Memorial Hospital Pharmacy is proud to announce the implementation of Baxter's DoseEdge Pharmacy Workflow Manager. The new Workflow Manager system will advance patient safety to new levels within the pharmacy operations at MMH. The program allows us to standardize preparation steps in the sterile IV compounding room and create more uniform processes among users. The system will also allow us to automate compounding calculations. This kind of standardization and automation will even furt...
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Padmaja Patel, Medical Director I n my twenty years of clinical practice, I have never been so excited to talk about a new approach in treating chronic and progressive diseases. We were taught in our medical training that type 2 diabetes is a life sentence, for the most part, it cannot be cured but can only be managed with medications. Despite major advances in technology and a variety of pharmaceutical options in managing diabetes, it remains a major public health epidemic. At present, we have mo...
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We are pleased to introduce the launch of our new healthcare blog . The blog will be updated biweekly with articles written by Midland Health nurses, staff and physicians covering various health topics. There is a lot of medical content on the internet these days, but it’s difficult to know which sources to trust. We promise to only publish articles that are accurate and up-to-date on topics like dermatology, heart health, joint care and orthopedics, overall health and wellness, pregnancy and childbirth...
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The Midland Memorial Hospital Laboratory Blood Bank has selected the fully automated Grifols Erytra system to more efficiently perform the testing necessary to provide blood products for a patient by decreasing both the time and the variability inherent in manual or semi-automated test methods. The Blood Bank tests the patient’s blood to determine their blood type and to identify possible incompatibilities, including unexpected antibodies that could cause the patient to suffer rare, but serious immune s...
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Midland Memorial Hospital is proud to welcome two new patrol vehicles for the safety of hospital patients, guests and employees. "We will enforce all federal, state and local laws, as well as provide security to the hospital and its own properties," Kenny D. Taylor, Director of Safety and Security/Chief of Police, Midland County Hospital Distrct Police Department, said. Officers will also work traffic areas and issue tickets around the hospital, including stop signs, seat belts and near-by traffic light...
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Make sure you are wearing appropriately sized shoes Most of us love shoes. However, when wearing the wrong shoes a lot of issues can arise. Bunions, hammertoes, painful callous and ingrown toenails are some of these conditions. When choosing a shoe make sure the toe box is wide enough to spread your toes out inside. Also make sure your toes are not up against the end of the toe box, but not so far back that the foot is constantly slipping when walking. If you are someone who likes a bit of height to the...
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Although it is not often talked about pregnancy loss is a very common occurrence. This can occur at any point in the pregnancy or even after the birth of a baby. Many times, these women will conceive again within the first two years after their pregnancy loss. Women often do not know how to feel when they are pregnant after a loss. They experience emotions of happiness, worry, anxiety, and grief. These emotions are common; however, many women do not talk about it with their families, friends, or provide...
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Recent research has shown that when asked directly after a healthcare appointment or hospital stay, one out of two patients will need clarification about what they were told about their condition at the time of the visit. Medical jargon, an overload of information, and other factors result in patients not understanding or following their doctor’s instructions or the information they are given while sick and in the hospital. Midland Memorial Hospital, to help patients and their family members feel confid...
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It's the most wonderful time of the year. Holiday parties and celebrations are in full swing, gifts are wrapped, and tasty treats are everywhere. Family and friends are opening their homes for merrymaking or packing to go over the river and through the woods, to the beach, or just down the street. What do you want the most from this season of celebration? No matter what is on your wish list, we all likely have some things in common: Sharing traditions Moments of quiet (or not-so-quiet) joy Enjoying the ...
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Midland Health has appointed Stephen Bowerman as President and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Bowerman fills the vacancy left by Russell Meyers as he transitions to a developmental role for the Midland Memorial Foundation, focusing on completion of the Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center and other developmental projects. “The board is grateful for the 20 years of service Mr. Meyers has dedicated to Midland Health and our community”, said Devin Alsup, chairperson of the Board of Trustees. “S...
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Midland Health appointed Mindy Hamm as Vice President, General Counsel. Mindy grew up in the small South Texas town of Refugio. After earning her B.S. from Texas A&M University, she traveled to West Texas where she earned her J.D. from the Texas Tech School of Law. At Texas Tech Law, she met her husband Jason Hamm. After graduating from law school, Mindy was hired by Cotton, Bledsoe, Tighe & Dawson, where she made partner in the firm’s litigation section. During the past 14 years, she has defend...
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Midland Health appointed Samuel Moore as the new Vice President and Chief Financial Officer in February. Mr. Moore fills the vacancy as Mr. Stephen Bowerman was promoted to Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Moore is joining our team from The University of Kansas Health System St Francis Campus in Topeka, KS where he has served as Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer for the past 3 ½ years. Prior to that he held CFO roles in Florida and Oklahoma. He got his start in healt...
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Midland Health is authorized to provide a new treatment for newly-diagnosed, high-risk COVID-19 patients, Bamlanimivimab. This is an experimental antibody treatment that could help prevent hospitalization in high-risk patients. Patients must meet criteria from each of the following areas: Patients must have a positive COVID test less than 72 hours old AND symptoms cannot have been present more than four (4) days (cannot be asymptomatic). Patients must ALSO have one of the following: Obesity (BMI&...
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Midland Memorial Hospital is proud to become one of the first hospitals in West Texas to be a designated Baby Box Co. distribution center. Baby Everly of Odessa, TX was the first baby at MMH to receive a Baby Box. The purpose of these boxes is to educate new parents on safe sleep practices and to provide infants with a safe sleep space in an effort to reduce SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). Baby Boxes can be used for the baby's first five to six months of life and are to be placed either on the floo...
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Nancy Woodman has joined Midland Memorial Hospital as executive director of the Midland Memorial Foundation. Nancy will continue the Foundation's work as the hospital continues to focus on the mission to lead health care for a greater Midland. Nancy joins Midland Memorial Foundation from Bynum School, where she served as director of the recent capital campaign project, and from the Tanner Companies/Doncaster in New York City, where she held a variety of leadership and executive positions in sales and ma...
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March Is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month By Jenifer Dumire, BSN, RN, CVRN-BC, BHCN, CGRA High Risk & Genetic Navigator at Midland Health Colorectal cancer is more common than many people may realize. Lifetime risk of developing colorectal cancer is 1 in 24 in men and 1 in 26 for women. So, think of being in a room with 100 people and ¼ of those in the room will have colon cancer sometime in their lifetime. The good news about colon cancer is that it tends to be a very slow growing cancer and alway...
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November is here and all the of the celebrations of pink and honoring our survivors and creating awareness have ended. Getting a mammogram was fresh on everyone’s mind. The importance of early detection and screening. The personal stories of those who have fought a battle with this dreaded disease. All these things were at the forefront of our view and on our minds in a very strong way. All through the month of October we presented articles that educated on the importance of early screening and detectio...
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Flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. Flu symptoms usually come on suddenly. People who have flu often feel some or all these symptoms: fever or feeling feverish/chills, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headaches, fatigue (tiredness) some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than a...
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Midland Memorial Hospital announces receipt of the Orthopaedic Center of Excellence designation from DNV GL Healthcare. Orthopaedic Center of Excellence designation affirms an organization’s excellence in the provision of diagnostic services, surgical services, and therapies related to orthopaedic care. “This designation assures our community that we have the ability to provide consistent, high quality orthopaedic care.” says Shari Phillips, Clinical Manager of the Total Joint and Spine Center. “The com...
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The Breast Center, previously known as Allison Women's Imaging, has moved to Legends Park! On Wednesday, January 18th, The Breast Center opened their new location at the Legends Park Medical Office Building, located at 5615 Deauville Blvd. in Midland, TX. Their new center utilizes the latest in technology with 3D TOMO mammography. To learn more or to schedule an appointment, please call (432) 682-9729. If you would like to view more photos of the new Breast Center, please visit our Facebook page ! ...
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MIDLAND MEMORIAL LAUNCHES NEW EARLY MOBILITY PROGRAM Mobility is profoundly beneficial to hospital patients May 26, 2014 Several Midland Memorial Hospital patients have been part of the new Critical Care Unit’s Early Mobility Program. Through the incorporation of evidence-based practice, intubated patients are able to walk with the assistance of hospital clinicians and cutting-edge technology. The Early Mobility Program at Midland Memorial Hospital provides an exceptionally progress...
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After several months of construction, Midland Memorial Hospital announces the opening of its new southern parking area on Illinois Avenue, just south of the previous main entrance. Before now, the area was a circle drive and did not contain any parking. Now, the area contains 27 patient parking spaces (8 handicap, 19 regular), wheelchair-accessible ramps, new lighting and landscaping. The entrance allows for more convenient access to services on the south side of the hospital, including the Wound Manage...
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Midland Memorial Hospital would like to congratulate the Lopez family of Midland on the birth of their new baby girl, the first child born in Midland in 2016. Daisy Brielle Lopez was born at 12:40 AM to Brittany Olivas Lopez and Romiro Lopez, weighing 6 lbs 2 oz. We are presenting the Lopez family with a wonderful gift basket full of items especially for the new baby at 1 PM today. Gift basket items include: • Hooded towel and stuffed animal from La Bebe Boutique • Ornament from The Canopy • Gift certif...
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Dr. Matt and Tara Friez establish family endowment fund For over 14 years, Dr. Matthew Friez and his wife, Tara, have proudly called Midland home, raising their children in this vibrant community. As dedicated and passionate community leaders, The Friezes have built a legacy rooted in service to others. Dr. Friez’s commitment to Midland extends far beyond his medical practice. Throughout the years, he has actively invested in the next generation by coaching youth sports, including Upwards Basketball and...
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Campaign for Tomorrow In our quest to offer excellence in healthcare, the Campaign for Tomorrow will invest in new and expanded facilities. This new expansion of our healthcare system will assist with increasing our capacities and furthering our mission of leading healthcare for greater Midland. Leslie's Place Fund This new fund supports Leslie’s Place, a free community clinic for uninsured adults in our community. Leslie’s Place is housed in the Casa de Amigos building and was the vision of Lesl...
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As we celebrate Hospital Week, it is essential to recognize the invaluable contributions of our local healthcare professionals. This annual observance provides an opportunity for our community to come together and express gratitude to the dedicated staff at our local hospital, who work tirelessly to ensure the health and well-being of every individual. From doctors and nurses to support staff and volunteers, each member plays a critical role in delivering quality care and fostering a healing environment...
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The goal of the Midland Memorial Foundation nursing scholarship program is to support Midland Memorial Hospital in attaining its goal of 80% of its nursing staff holding a BSN degree. Since 2010, MMF has made significant progress in helping the hospital reach this goal, and it will continue to focus on providing scholarships to employees seeking professional and RN certifications, and associate's and bachelor's degrees in nursing. Please apply for the MMF scholarship on PolicyTech or by clicking the lin...
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MRI Safety Week is July 21-27, and helps us all recognize the safety precautions that come with using this imaging technology. The most important thing to remember about Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is that the magnet is always on! Even when the lights are turned off and there are no patients in the room, the MRI scanner is always on 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Magnetic field strengths used in an MRI can be 15,000 Gauss (G) or 1.5Tesla (T) to 30,000 Gauss (G) or 3Tesla (T) for MRI Scanners in a ...
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Have you ever had any medical imaging exams performed and wanted a copy of your images and reports for yourself or any of your medical providers? In the past to get these images you had to fill out required paperwork requesting these images and then wait on a CD to be created. Now all of that is changing as Midland Health has partnered with PocketHealth to bring you an innovative way to access your medical imaging studies and reports with the launch of our new and separate medical imaging portal....
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American Cancer Society estimates in the United States alone there will be 299,010 new cases of prostate cancer. There will also be 35,250 deaths from prostate cancer. This makes prostate cancer the second most common cancer in American men. About 1 man in 8 will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime and out of these 1 in 41 will die from it. Most of these cases are men 65 years or older. In current practice, prostate screening can be done by doing a blood test examining prostate-specific...
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A planned gift may allow you to leave a lasting legacy while achieving your own personal and financial goals. There are many ways to support Midland Memorial Foundation while planning for your future. Read more about these giving options below: Establish a bequest by naming Midland Memorial Foundation as a beneficiary in your will or living trust. Estate gifts are simple to establish and allow you financial flexibility to adjust your plans depending on your needs&...
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A planned gift may allow you to leave a lasting legacy while achieving your own personal and financial goals. There are many ways to support Midland Memorial Foundation while planning for your future. Read more about these giving options below: Establish a bequest by naming Midland Memorial Foundation as a beneficiary in your will or living trust. Estate gifts are simple to establish and allow you financial flexibility to adjust your plans depending on your needs&...
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A M edical I dentification C ard is important to have in the event of an emergency . A medical ID card can provide information about someone to first responders when they are not able to speak for themselves. It gives quick facts about the person’s health and history, so the right care can be given right away. Having a medical ID card in your phone or wallet can help prevent misdiagnosis, unwanted medications and treatments that can impose a risk to a patient’s health condition. Follow the instruc...
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November is a fantastic month of service, remembrance, and thankfulness. Midland Health and Midland Memorial Hospital have always given back to the community, especially around the holidays. As health professionals, we have a special place in our hearts for acts of service and kindness. Our willingness to volunteer for over 40 organizations around the Permian Basin is not just in service of others; it also helps us. Volunteering is a legacy practice as a hospital employee, not for the reasons you might ...
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Long before COVID-19 cases were diagnosed in Midland in March 2020, the Trump Administration implemented a Public Health Emergency (PHE) related to the COVID-19 virus, effective January 31, 2020. This PHE is finally set to expire on May 11, 2023. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, since the Omicron variant was at its height in January 2022, the nation has seen daily COVID-19 reported cases drop 92%, COVID-19 related deaths drop by over 80% and new COVID-19 hospitaliz...
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Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common form of dementia, and the risk is real, one in three seniors die with a form of dementia. The National Institutes of Health has spent billions of dollars on Alzheimer's research already. Let’s face reality; when it comes to stopping or reversing Alzheimer's disease, the current success rate is zero. Some experts believe the focus on developing a cure in the form of a single drug is wrong. Alzheimer’s is a complex chronic disease of aging, and a single agent may not...
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Midland Health Looks to the Future With dramatically lower numbers of acute and convalescing COVID-19 patients in the hospital, and large-scale testing and vaccination efforts behind us, Midland Health can focus on the future of healthcare in Midland for the first time in over a year. While we have a wide variety of projects underway, three major initiatives will do the most to shape our future. Master Facilities Plan Development of the Scharbauer Tower was intended to provide a long...
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Midland Memorial Hospital would like to congratulate the Schelhouse family of Midland on the birth of their new baby boy, the first child born in Midland in 2021. Cannon Schelhouse was born at 10:22 AM to Pamela Schelhouse and Charles Schelhouse, weighing 6 lbs 2 oz. The family will be presented with a gift basket full of items for the new baby and mom. Gift basket items include: Bottle cleaner, crib sheet and grooming kit from Hope Chest of Midland, a program sponsored by Midland Heal...
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Changing our behavior is not easy. Unfortunately, when it comes to changing health behavior, we live with many fallacies that become reasons for discouragement and disappointment, ultimately affecting our self-esteem. Every January, millions of people pay for gym memberships only to “fall off the wagon” by mid-February. We now have more tools and devices at our disposal than ever that can help track our daily steps, food choices, sleep, fasting time and other activities. There is no lack of information ...
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Midland Memorial Hospital has received the Mission: Lifeline® NSTEMI Gold Quality Achievement Award for implementing specific quality improvement measures outlined by the American Heart Association for the treatment of patients who suffer heart attacks. The American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline program’s goal is to reduce system barriers to prompt treatment for heart attacks, beginning with the 9-1-1 call, to EMS transport and continuing through hospital treatment and discharge. The initiative ...
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It is simple, call 68Nurse on your phone that is 686-8773. You can rest assured that our nurses are available anytime and are able to provide you with quality information to receive the best medical care for your condition! Nationally, B/Victoria viruses are the most common followed by A (H1N1) virus. The predominant virus varies by region and age group. There seems to be low circulation of A (H3N2) and B/Yamagata virus. The current season quadrivalent influenza vaccine covers 2A strai...
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Midland Health in collaboration with Midland County Public Library Foundation (MCPL) and the Permian Basin Area Foundation (PBAF) has launched the Born to Read initiative to encourage parents to read to their newborn. This program also encourages parents to use public libraries for storytime and other library programs. “Born to Read” is an initiative to provide a new book to every baby born at Midland Memorial Hospital. That means more than 3,000 books will be provided to newborns each year. On Tuesday,...
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Midland Health welcomes the digital tomosynthesis unit, a new dimension in breast cancer detection. Performed with digital mammography, breast tomosynthesis takes multiple images of the entire breast. This advanced process makes it easy and more accurate for both physicians and patients. The Breast Center is the only full-service breast imaging center in town. Breast tomosynthesis is a breakthrough in mammography. Benefits include: -- Earlier detection of small breast cancers -- Greater accuracy in pinp...
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The Breast Center, formerly known as Allison Women's Imaging, has been granted a three-year full accreditation designation by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). Accreditation by the NAPBC is only given to those centers that have voluntarily committed to provide the highest level of quality breast care and that undergo a rigorous evaluation process and review of their performance. During the survey process, the center must demonstrate compliance with standards established by t...
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Our Critical Care Unit recently traveled to Houston, Texas to accept their new Silver Beacon Award for Excellence, given by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses. The Beacon Award for Excellence can be given to any hospital unit where patients receive their principal nursing care after hospital admission. This award sets the standard for excellence in patient care environments by collecting and utilizing evidence-based information to improve patient outcomes and patient and staff satisfaction...
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Join us tonight for a special presentation by a visiting New Jersey mother, Patricia, and her daughter, Katherine, living with Type 1 Diabetes. The two will share their story about living with Type 1 Diabetes and lead a discussion with parents and youth on: · The choices young people have to make in managing their Diabetes · Understanding each other’s point of view · &...
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MMH Pediatrics wing receives special gift from local dealership The new car and truck manager of Rogers Ford Lincoln Sales, Inc. in Midland recently visited a family member staying in the Pediatrics wing of Midland Memorial Hospital. While there, he noticed several toys with which children were playing, particularly two Big Wheels trucks. Having kids he knew how much joy these little toys bring to children in the community. He spoke with Doss Rogers, owner of the auto dealership. On Tuesday, the Midland...
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This week, Midland Memorial Hospital proudly commemorates its 75th anniversary, a milestone that reflects decades of dedicated service, innovation, and growth in the heart of the Permian Basin. Since opening its doors on July 11, 1950, the hospital has evolved from a modest facility into a state-of-the-art healthcare institution, providing exceptional care to patients across the Permian Basin. Over the years, Midland Memorial has witnessed significant advancements in medical technology, expanded it...
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At Midland Health, a quiet marvel has arrived, bringing with her the promise of safer deliveries and empowered healthcare professionals. Her name is Jackie, and while she’s not a person, she represents the heart of Midland Health’s mission to innovate, care, and save lives. Jackie (MamaAnne) is a simulator made by Laerdal Medical, the newest addition to the hospital’s training arsenal, equipped with cutting-edge features that will help nurses, doctors, and staff prepare for ...
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This 2 hour class is designed to help new moms get started with breastfeeding. The class is taught by certified lactation nurses and covers the basics of breastfeeding. It will include getting started breastfeeding in the hospital, pumping and storage of breast milk. You only need to purchase one ticket for yourself, one support person is welcome to come free of charge and they do not need a ticket. Dates subject to change, please check back for any updates. If you would prefer a self-paced option, cont...
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A named endowment is a perpetual fund that ensures quality health care will be provided today, tomorrow, and for future generations. Midland Memorial Foundation Endowment Fund Sudhi Agrawal, M.D. Pediatric Endowment Fund Alsup Family Endowment Fund Aggie E. Anguish Nursing Scholarship Endowment Fund Kathy Blackwell, R.N. Nursing Scholarship Endowment Fund Herb and Elizabeth Blankinship Endowment Fund Dr. Brent and Pat Blonkvist Infant and Children’s Endowment Fund Dr. Edward “Pete” Carter Anesthesiology...
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Unique Health Challenges for West Texas Men Midland’s men are renowned for their hard work and self-reliance – but that rugged Permian Basin lifestyle comes with serious health challenges. On average, men live about five years shorter than women. In fact, many die in their prime from causes that are often preventable. For younger men under 45, unintentional injuries, accidents and even violence are the leading threats – a sobering reality in a region where oilfield and highway accidents can strike at an...
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Ready to start your career in healthcare? Midland Health offers a scholarship program for a variety of careers. The scholarship program will cover all required tuition, fees and books for the following degrees and/or certifications: -Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) -Certification Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) -Certification LVN to RN Transition Program -AAS/Associate Degree (RN) -Pharmacy Technician -Phlebotomy -Radiologic Technologist -Respiratory Care -Sonography The scholarship program is b...
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Midland Memorial Foundation, in partnership with Midland College Foundation, invites you to this annual fall seminar geared for attorneys, CPAs and financial planners. MCLEs, CPEs and CEUs for attorneys, CPAs and CFPs will be awarded. For the most current information, please visit Midland College's events calendar here: Events Calendar We look forward to seeing you there!
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The Great American Smokeout - sometimes abbreviated as GASO - happens every year on the third Thursday of November It’s a day when the American Cancer Association encourages people who smoke to quit for one day in the hopes that they’ll continue for good. But does it actually work? Should you give it a try? Here’s the information you need to help you decide whether the Great American Smokeout is a good time to try to quit smoking . A brief history of the Great American Smokeout Who c...
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At your local pulmonary clinic, healthcare professionals specialize in ensuring that your lungs are functioning at their best. Pulmonologists, the experts in the field, play a pivotal role in diagnosing, treating, and managing various lung diseases, making the clinic an essential resource for those struggling with respiratory issues. Pulmonologists: The Lung Experts A pulmonologist is a medical specialist who focuses on diseases involving the respiratory tract. They're the ones you’d consult if you are ...
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This year, nearly 250,000 Americans will be diagnosed with lung cancer; the leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Smoking cigarettes is the number one contributor to lung cancer. The good news is Low Dose CT (LDCT) Lung Screening has the potential to save thousands of lives. Through Shared Decision Making, your medical provider will help determine if you are a candidate for Low Dose CT (LDCT) Lung Screening; an x-ray used to screen for lung cancer. LDCT Lung Screening creates a ...
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Midland Memorial Hospital is excited to recognize that October is Health Literacy Awareness Month. At MMH, we have a team of patient education coordinators who focus on improving patient education for all patients and our community. The patient education team of coordinators works under the guidance of the Centers for Advancing Professional Excellence (CAPE) within the hospital. Midland Memorial Hospital is leading in improving health literacy with its team of nurses focused on improving patient educati...
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Midland residents of all ages are encouraged to lace up their walking shoes and join Madhusmita Panda, MD, of Midland Health for the area’s first Walk with a Doc Texas event. Regular physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health. Join Dr. Panda and other healthcare professionals for a walk at the Midland Memorial Hospital Walking Path! This doctor-led walking group is a safe and fun place to take a walk, learn about health, and meet new people. The events are...
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Midland residents of all ages are encouraged to lace up their walking shoes and join Madhusmita Panda, MD, of Midland Health for the area’s first Walk with a Doc Texas event. Regular physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health. Join Dr. Panda and other healthcare professionals for a walk at the Midland Memorial Hospital Walking Path! This doctor-led walking group is a safe and fun place to take a walk, learn about health, and meet new people. The events are...
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Midland residents of all ages are encouraged to lace up their walking shoes and join Madhusmita Panda, MD, of Midland Health for the area’s first Walk with a Doc Texas event. Regular physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health. Join Dr. Panda and other healthcare professionals for a walk at the Midland Memorial Hospital Walking Path! This doctor-led walking group is a safe and fun place to take a walk, learn about health, and meet new people. The events are...
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Midland residents of all ages are encouraged to lace up their walking shoes and join Madhusmita Panda, MD, of Midland Health for the area’s first Walk with a Doc Texas event. Regular physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health. Join Dr. Panda and other healthcare professionals for a walk at the Midland Memorial Hospital Walking Path! This doctor-led walking group is a safe and fun place to take a walk, learn about health, and meet new people. The events are...
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Midland residents of all ages are encouraged to lace up their walking shoes and join Madhusmita Panda, MD, of Midland Health for the area’s first Walk with a Doc Texas event. Regular physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health. Join Dr. Panda and other healthcare professionals for a walk at the Midland Memorial Hospital Walking Path! This doctor-led walking group is a safe and fun place to take a walk, learn about health, and meet new people. The events are...
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Midland residents of all ages are encouraged to lace up their walking shoes and join Madhusmita Panda, MD, of Midland Health for the area’s first Walk with a Doc Texas event. Regular physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health. Join Dr. Panda and other healthcare professionals for a walk at the Midland Memorial Hospital Walking Path! This doctor-led walking group is a safe and fun place to take a walk, learn about health, and meet new people. The events are...
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Midland residents of all ages are encouraged to lace up their walking shoes and join Madhusmita Panda, MD, of Midland Health for the area’s first Walk with a Doc Texas event. Regular physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health. Join Dr. Panda and other healthcare professionals for a walk at the Midland Memorial Hospital Walking Path! This doctor-led walking group is a safe and fun place to take a walk, learn about health, and meet new people. The events are...
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Midland residents of all ages are encouraged to lace up their walking shoes and join Madhusmita Panda, MD, of Midland Health for the area’s first Walk with a Doc Texas event. Regular physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health. Join Dr. Panda and other healthcare professionals for a walk at the Midland Memorial Hospital Walking Path! This doctor-led walking group is a safe and fun place to take a walk, learn about health, and meet new people. The events are...
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Midland residents of all ages are encouraged to lace up their walking shoes and join Madhusmita Panda, MD, of Midland Health for the area’s first Walk with a Doc Texas event. Regular physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health. Join Dr. Panda and other healthcare professionals for a walk at the Midland Memorial Hospital Walking Path! This doctor-led walking group is a safe and fun place to take a walk, learn about health, and meet new people. The events are...
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Midland residents of all ages are encouraged to lace up their walking shoes and join Madhusmita Panda, MD, of Midland Health for the area’s first Walk with a Doc Texas event. Regular physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health. Join Dr. Panda and other healthcare professionals for a walk at the Midland Memorial Hospital Walking Path! This doctor-led walking group is a safe and fun place to take a walk, learn about health, and meet new people. The events are...
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Midland residents of all ages are encouraged to lace up their walking shoes and join Madhusmita Panda, MD, of Midland Health for the area’s first Walk with a Doc Texas event. Regular physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health. Join Dr. Panda and other healthcare professionals for a walk at the Midland Memorial Hospital Walking Path! This doctor-led walking group is a safe and fun place to take a walk, learn about health, and meet new people. The events are...
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In honor of May's Mental Health Awareness Month, here are 9 self-care tips to help you take care of your mental health. Get regular exercise. Just 30 minutes of walking every day can boost your mood and improve your health. Small amounts of exercise add up, so don’t be discouraged if you can’t do 30 minutes at one time. Eat healthy, regular meals and stay hydrated. A balanced diet and plenty of water can improve your energy and focus throughout the day. Pay attention to your intake of ...
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In the constantly evolving world of healthcare, information technology (IT) must remain at the forefront of emerging innovations and technological architectures. Midland Health’s IT department recently implemented a new strategic framework, the 4 Disciplines of Execution or 4DX. Jason Ewing, Chief Information Officer, and Vice President at Midland Health utilized the previous execution of 4DX at other organizations under his leadership to guide his team toward delivering quality outcomes. Ewing’s fresh ...
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As stated in last week’s article, the definition for awareness is concern about and well-informed interest in a particular situation or development. It was also discussed that our mission here at The Breast Center is to create well-informed patients along with a well-informed community. Last week we discussed one myth that needed to be overcome, “I don’t have to worry, I don’t have any family history of breast cancer”. We addressed that 3 out of 4 women who are diagnosed with breast c...
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I recently came across an article where the author was telling the story of his wife and his daughter. The gentleman stated in his article that his daughter was a previvor and his wife should have been. This is because his wife found out that she had a genetic mutation AFTER she was diagnosed with cancer, a cancer that took her life. Because they found out about his wife’s genetic mutation, his daughter underwent genetic testing. This testing found her mutation BEFORE she was forced...
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Midland Health and West Texas Food Bank announced their partnership to implement a plantforward food program for those with serious illnesses. The Food FARMacy program is referral based when patients are admitted to the hospital with illnesses like diabetes or heart disease. During a patient's stay at the hospital, a social worker will provide information about their eligibility to attend the Food FARMacy and its benefits. The Food FARMacy is open to referred patients twice a month at the Midland West T...
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What’s Great About Your New Behavioral Health Center? Multiple outdoor spaces and natural light to connect people in the facility with the environment, including a natural playa on the site. Facility and landscape design features that respect and enhance the natural environment, including drought-tolerant plants and extensive rainwater capture capability. Capacity for 200 inpatients, with adequate separation to safely support a variety of diagnoses and a full range of ages, from children to senior adult...
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Midland Health is proud to introduce a new facet of our recognition program, The BEE Award, dedicated to acknowledging the exemplary performance of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and Patient Care Assistants (PCAs) within our healthcare organization. This commendable initiative seeks to honor the exceptional contributions of our non-licensed nursing personnel who have consistently delivered compassionate, empathetic, and professional care to our patients and their families. These caregivers are pivo...
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My mother is an incredible gardener. Her backyard is full of rows and clusters of blooms that explode in color every year. Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds are frequent visitors. When I was younger, I thought she could just look at a piece of ground and make something amazing grow. Through the years, I learned that her beautiful garden is the result of intentional habits that create a space for those delightful, healthy explosions of color and fragrance. February is American Heart Month. Spring is ri...
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It's no secret that nursing and other related healthcare fields face shortages. Filling staffing needs is becoming increasingly difficult nationwide, especially in the Permian Basin. In a 2018 study, the supply of RNs in Texas by 2032 is expected to be in deficit by 57,000 RNs. Vacancy rates across Texas continue to rise, with the latest numbers from hospitals across the state showing over 14,000 open positions. While many initiatives, such as increasing wages, using travel nurses, and creating better w...
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"I had no idea it was there. I never felt anything." Contrary to popular belief, many women are diagnosed with breast cancer without actually feeling a lump and it's not until screening breast imaging when they find out about their cancer. Those are the stories I hear in my clinic that lets me know breast cancer screening works. At its most recent update, the United States Preventative Task Force (USPSTF) lowered the recommended age at which women should start breast cancer scree...
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Dear Fellow Midlanders, Hello! My name is Kathryn Lagus. I am an APRN at Midland Memorial Hospital. My family and I moved to Midland in the summer of 2022, and have since fallen in love with your town. Not long after the move, I was given what was truly a life-changing invitation to develop a palliative care program for Midland Health. I was ecstatic, and I did not even know how much better it was about to get. With deep thanks and appreciation to my family, who have allowed long days, late nights, many...
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The 68Nurse call service went live on July 6, 2009, and this week the call center will be celebrating 14 years of service to the community. The 68Nurse team consists of Registered Nurses located in the Permian Basin who have worked in our local Emergency Departments, hospitals, and clinics. Over the years call volumes have varied depending on the needs of the community. In the years before the COVID-19 pandemic, the call center averaged around 54,000 calls per year. In 2019, ...
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The ninth-annual Wellness Tour is back to promote all the health and wellness opportunities Midland offers the community. The schedule for this jam-packed health and wellness week is full of fun events for all ages and the whole family. All activities are free, or organizations provide a discount for their services throughout the week of the Wellness Tour. Join us Thursday to kick off Wellness Tour at Centennial Park for a Field Day. Ninja Nation Obstacle Course and Interactive Resource Fair will return...
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Midland Memorial announced the first implant in Midland, TX, of a patient with the M6-C™ artificial cervical disc. Dr. Alim Ladha, neurological surgeon and new surgery chair, performed the procedure on a patient suffering from cervical disc degeneration yesterday, May 11, 2023. Recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the M6-C disc was designed as an innovative option for patients needing artificial disc replacement as an alternative to cervical spinal fusion. Featuring a shock-absorb...
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Nurses, the lifeblood of our healthcare systems, are in increasingly short supply signaling a code red for the Texas Legislature currently meeting in Austin. If you or a family member need or will need care in a Texas hospital, nursing home, home care program, clinic, rehabilitation or behavioral health hospital, the State Comptroller warns the shortage might affect the timely availability of that care. The stresses of the pandemic and retirement of baby-boomer age nurses have left the healthcare system...
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The Texas Facilities Commission, Midland Health and Medical Center Health System would like to invite you to join us as we break ground on the Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center. The event will take place on Friday, April 28 th at 2pm . We ask everyone to meet in the south parking lot of the Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center to be shuttled to the groundbreaking site. The Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center is a mental health facility located between Midland and Odessa. The Center will provide in...
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The National Academies of Practice (NAP) is pleased to announce the election of Brandon “Kit” Bredimus, DNP, RN, CPEN, CNML, NE-BC, CENP, NEA-BC, FACHE, FAONL, FNAP as a Distinguished Fellow in the Nursing Academy. Class of 2023 Fellows were welcomed into the National Academies of Practice during the awards and induction ceremony in Washington D.C. on April 1, 2023. Founded in 1981, the National Academies of Practice advances interprofessional education, scholarship, research, practice and public...
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Every year in April, we recognize individuals who give the gift of life through organ, tissue, and eye donation. April is National Donate Life Month, and this year Midland Memorial Hospital will host its 3 rd Annual Donate Life Event on Friday, April 14 recognizing individuals who have made the lifesaving decision to donate. On this day, we will raise the Donate Life Flag and have a butterfly release in honor of our donors. Friday, April 14 is National Donate Life Blue Green Day, and we en...
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This 2 hour class is designed to help new moms get started with breastfeeding. The class is taught by certified lactation nurses and covers the basics of breastfeeding. It will include getting started breastfeeding in the hospital, pumping and storage of breastmilk. Only one ticket needed per mom and support person. Dates subject to change, please check back for any updates. If you would prefer a self-paced option, contact Childbirth Education at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org about our eClasses....
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Southwest and Midland Memorial Hospital Host Grand Opening of the Ronald McDonald Family Room at MMH Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Southwest and Midland Memorial Hospital have partnered together to offer a Ronald McDonald Family Room to the families of patients at MMH. There will be a ribbon cutting on Thursday, November 3 rd at 11:30 am and an open house for the public will be from 12 pm-1:30 pm. “Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Southwest is excite...
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Keeping up its tradition of encouraging employees to follow the highest of standards, Midland Health announced today that it will be participating in Corporate Compliance & Ethics Week, organized each year by the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics & Health Care Compliance Association (SCCE & HCCA). As a part of its efforts Midland Health will provide tools and resources to engage employee participation with compliance and ethics awareness. Corporate Compliance and Ethics Week is an e...
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The University of Texas Permian Basin and Midland Health are excited to announce an expanded partnership to support the School of Nursing at UT Permian Basin. Thanks to a financial commitment from Midland Health, UTPB will be able to renovate and enhance the SIM Lab, which will be renamed to The Midland Health Simulation and Learning Resource Center at UTPB. “Partnering with our local healthcare providers is essential in meeting the needs for both students and staff,” said Dr. Minerva Gonzales...
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Food as medicine prioritizes food and diet in an individual's health plan, with the goal of either preventing, reducing symptoms of, or reversing disease processes. “You are what you eat.” “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” “The greatest wealth is health.” “Let food be thy medicine, thy medicine shall be thy food.” These are all sayings we are familiar with. Health care professionals worldwide recognize the impact one’s diet plays in an individual’s health. The world is facing a global epidemic of ...
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Join us for the eighth annual Wellness Tour, starting tomorrow through July 16th. Promoting health and wellness resources to the greater Midland community. This jam-packed health and wellness week is created and organized by Midland Health with the help of City of Midland, Midland ISD, Healthy City, Midland College, Keep Midland Beautiful and more. Here is a brief overview of events: Play Park and Recs bingo all week and enter in for prizes on Saturday Stop by Midland College's open house at...
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The Problem Nearly 7 million people in the U.S. are currently living with a chronic wound, and that number is only expected to grow. Today, one in four families has a family member with a chronic wound. People living with a chronic wound may experience chronic pain, social isolation, depression and anxiety, and are at risk for hospitalization, infection and even amputation. Chronic wounds affect 14.5 percent of Medicare beneficiaries each year, generating more than $50 billion in annual associated healt...
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One of the most important nutritional recommendations for overall health is taking an adequate amount of daily dietary fiber. You might be surprised to know that 97% of Americans do not get the minimum daily fiber requirements in their diet. We are a “fiber deficient” population. The average American adult eats 10-15 grams of fiber, which is less than half the daily requirement. If we could get Americans to just eat the minimum recommended daily intake of fiber-containing foods, we could save our countr...
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NEW ORLEANS, LA (March 1, 2022) – Bernhard has announced that Midland Health has earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR® certification for superior energy performance. This is the 5th year that Midland Health has earned the ENERGY STAR certification since partnering with Bernhard to optimize energy efficiency. Midland’s ENERGY STAR scores reflect continual growth and efficiency for their energy operations. In 2016, Midland received their first ENERGY STAR Certification ...
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Keeping up its tradition of encouraging employees to follow the highest of standards, Midland Health announced today that it will be participating in Corporate Compliance & Ethics Week, organized each year by the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics & Health Care Compliance Association (SCCE & HCCA). As a part of its efforts Midland Health will provide tools and resources to engage employee participation with compliance and ethics awareness. Corporate Compliance and Ethics...
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. and ODESSA, Texas, July 22, 2021 – Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE: EHC) and Midland Memorial Hospital today announced that Medical Center Hospital of Odessa has become a joint owner of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Midland Odessa , an 80-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital that has served the Midland-Odessa region for 27 years. Medical Center Hospital of Odessa’s partnership became effective on July 1, 2021. “We are pleased to partner with Medical Center Hospital of Odessa...
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The seventh-annual Wellness Tour is back in-person and better than ever. The schedule for this jam-packed health and wellness week is full of fun events for the whole family. Join Midland Health from July 27 through July 31 at a variety of locations in Midland. Here is a brief overview of the events: Burn calories with free workout classes and passes at local gyms and studios; Take an interpretive hike with Sibley Nature Center; Be a blood hero and donate at the Midland Health Blood Drive; Play yard gam...
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Join us on Saturday, April 2 for Food Is Medicine at the Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center. This all-day wellness event will be the first-of-its-kind in West Texas. Learn about the many benefits of a plantbased diet from nutrition experts in the field, as well as people who have experienced the radical benefits of the lifestyle. See how a plant-based diet can prevent and reverse chronic disease, how to shop and cook on the plant-based diet, join a Q&A session, and much more. Lunch will be provided!...
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The Breast Center at Midland Health has recently been recognized as a Certified Quality Breast Center of Excellence in the National Quality Measures for Breast Centers Program™ (NQMBC™). This distinguished honor represents a commitment by this breast center to provide the highest level of quality breast health care to patients in our community. This level of certification in the NQMBC™ Program is valid for one year. Measuring and comparing quality performance is essential in assessing patient car...
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Keeping up its tradition of encouraging employees to follow the highest of standards, Midland Health announced today that it will be participating in Corporate Compliance & Ethics Week, organized each year by the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics & Health Care Compliance Association (SCCE & HCCA). As a part of its efforts Midland Health will provide tools and resources to engage employee participation with compliance and ethics awareness. Corporate Compliance and Ethics Week ...
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Living in Midland, you always hear that there is nothing like a West Texas sunset – which is very true. Well, there is also nothing like the UV rays from that same sun. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States, with 1 in 5 Americans developing skin cancer. The most common type is basal cell carcinoma. Every day, nearly 20 Americans die from skin cancer; the vast majority of these are melanoma skin cancers. Unfortunately, we all love to be outside and, in the sun, but expo...
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When you come to The Breast Center there is a new component that will be included in your care. You will be given a tablet and asked some questions about your personal and family health history. Your answers to these questions will determine if you qualify for genetic testing. Since everyone does not need genetic testing, this determination is made based upon criteria from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines. From the answers to these questions, we will know whether you qualify fo...
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Proceeds will benefit Pink the Basin CME, CNE, and ASRT hours will be offered. For more information contact Charliss Rodgers, RN, CN-BN 432-221-3220 Charliss.Rodgers@midlandhealth.org This will include the following events: Let’s Get Back to Screening 2020 Jess Dalehite, M.D. Radiologist Personalized Care for High Risk Patients and Those with Mutations Jenifer Dumire, BSN, RN, CN-BN,CVRN-BC, Genetics Nurse Navigator Lymphedema: A Chronic Side Effect of Breast Cancer Treatment Kristen Ueeck, PT, OPT, CLT...
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In this era of a pandemic, it’s common to wonder if it is safe to go to the local Emergency Department. This was something we at Midland Health took seriously when we looked at what processes were already in place and how we could change these processes to ensure the safety of our patients in this new challenge. Some of the things we as a hospital have done is requiring masking of all staff, patients and visitors upon entering the facility, regardless of the reason you came in. This simple requirement h...
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Our main goals at The Breast Center are first and foremost to detect breast cancer as early as possible, and secondly, to provide personalized care. To provide this personalized care, we must really get to know our patients. There are many ways that we provide personalized care. We recommend that women who have dense breast tissue have a screening dense breast ultrasound. Women who do not have dense breast tissue, do not require this test. One size definitely does not fit all. Another way that we ...
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Heart disease can be scary but understanding the disease, and treatments can help you get back to life. Midland Memorial Hospital offers many advanced treatment options. One of these treatment options is for those with heart valve disease. How would you know if you have heart valve disease? Common symptoms are shortness of breath, chest pain or pressure and dizziness or fainting episodes with exertions. The average patient is older than 70. If you are of any age and experiencing these symptoms, please s...
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Midland Memorial Hospital is proud to announce the American Nurse Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation in Practice Transition Programs awarded the MMH RN Fellowship program Accreditation with Distinction. The RN Fellowship team was joined by hospital administration and hosted a Facebook Live event when the call was received with much celebration! This makes MMH one of only three health care facilities in the world to have dual Practice Transition Program Accreditations with Distinct...
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The Midland Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will celebrate 70 years on January 14, 2020. The celebration will take place at 11:00 am in the Hospital's Main Lobby. The 86 Charter Members from 1950 will be highlighted, along with Auxiliary Past Presidents. Between 1950 and 2019, Auxiliary members have given 1,549,440 hours of time to the community of Midland. At a value of $12.00 an hour, that adds up to a total of $18,593,280.00. In addition to time, the Auxiliary gives gifts of equipment to the hospital. Th...
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With the calendar year approaching its end, we are reminded to reflect on the year gone while hoping to improve our future. It’s time to think about New Year’s resolutions. I want to suggest some simple lifestyle changes that you could consider in your list of resolutions, which could have a significant positive impact on your overall health and quality of life. When we talk about a healthy lifestyle, everyone generally focuses on nutrition and exercise, but there are other important pillars of lifestyl...
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At 6:11 am, the Midland Fire Department responded to a roof fire at Midland Memorial Hospital. Immediate action was taken to insure patient safety. The campus was secured and patients were evacuated. Due to the coordinated efforts from MFD, MPD and Midland Memorial Hospital no injuries have been reported to patients due to the fire. Three employees did seek medical attention. Currently, patients have been returned to rooms and operations are returning to normal as quickly as possible. If you are se...
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Dr. Bob Dent, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating/Chief Nursing Officer, has announced that he has accepted a position with Emory Healthcare in Atlanta, Georgia, and will serve as Chief Nursing Officer for three hospitals. "Midland Memorial Hospital's Integrated clinical operations have made great strides under Dr. Dent's transformative leadership," said Russell Meyers, President and Chief Executive Officer. "He will be terribly missed, but the high-quality leadership team and shared governance str...
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September is National Baby Safety Month. Amber teething necklaces have become quite popular over the last year, but Lori Benninghoff, Physician Assistant at Wall Street Pediatrics, shares a warning about the risk of these necklaces and why you should avoid using them. In recent months, I have been seeing more and more infants come into our office with amber teething necklaces. Parents who have been up three times the night before with a teething infant are seeking relief (and sleep!) Teething seems to g...
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On July 1, the Midland County Hospital District Police Department (MCHD PD) will unveil their new teddy program. The program was created by Chief Kenny Taylor and Officer Johnny Valderaz when they saw a need for children who visit Midland Memorial Hospital as a patient or as a child who has witnessed a traumatic event. The bears are meant to comfort the children during their time of distress. The teddy bears will also be carried in the hospital police vehicles of the officers for situations that may ari...
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We're proud of all we accomplished at Midland Memorial Hospital in 2014. We continued enhancing our facility while maintaining our focus on improving the quality of care we provide. Our efforts were recognized once again. In 2014 by leading national organizations. Financially, we achieved significant net income increases over 2013. Some of this can be attributed to the growth in inpatient and outpatient volume we saw in 2014. All of us at Midland Memorial are honored to serve our community and will cont...
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The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force just released a new recommendation for annual lung cancer screenings using low-dose computed tomography (CT). Their recommendation specifically identifies those aged 55-80 years old who have smoked the equivalent of a pack of cigarettes daily for 30 years. “By screening those at high risk, we can find lung cancer at earlier stages when it is more likely to be treatable,” said Task Force Chair Virginia Moyer, M.D., cautioning that screening “is not an a...
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What: Healthy U 2013 When: Saturday, October 12, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Midland Center Midland Memorial Hospital is proud to host its 12th annual Healthy U Health and Wellness Expo in conjunction with the Midland Reporter Telegram. We hope you will join us Saturday, October 12th, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Midland Center in Midland, TX. Admission is free and there will be great information and door prizes. Healthy U is a premier health education and wellness eve...
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Midland Memorial Hospital’s Pediatric Unit houses Janet’s Closet, a program bringing smiles to many children’s faces. Janet’s Closet is a designated area with new toys for children who have to come to the hospital for medical needs. When a child goes through a painful procedure, they have the chance to go to the closet to pick out a toy as theirs to keep. Janet’s Closet helps bring cheer to children who face difficult and often painful experiences while in the hospital. At this time, the Lady Warrior st...
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Midland Memorial Hospital’s pledge for over 60 years has been to deliver quality healthcare to the residents of Midland County and the Permian Basin. This month, the hospital furthered that commitment by adopting cutting edge technology to clean hospital rooms. The V-360+ UV Room Sanitizer from UltraViolet Devices, Inc. (UVDI) is now deployed to provide superior surface disinfection in patient rooms, operating rooms and other areas of the hospital. The V-360+ in use at MMH is a mobile...
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Midland Health, a system of health care partners including Midland Memorial Hospital, has selected a comprehensive clinical, financial and population health management system from Cerner, a global leader in health care technology. Midland Memorial’s 474-bed hospital and affiliated community clinics will transition from various disparate systems to Cerner’s integrated digital platform. The new electronic health record (EHR) system is designed to support an individual’s health care journey across the cont...
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In the United States, more than 200,000 in-hospital cardiac arrests occur annually, with the survival rate from adult in-hospital cardiac arrest only 25 percent. With Midland County cardiac arrest rates, it’s imperative hospital staff perform effective high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to ensure the best possible outcomes for its residents. CPR may seem to be a basic skill for healthcare providers, but research has shown that psychomotor skills related to resuscitation can decay within ju...
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BIRMINGHAM, Alabama and MIDLAND, Texas – HealthSouth Corporation (NYSE: HLS) and Midland Health today announced they have entered into a joint venture to own and operate HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Midland/Odessa, an existing 60-bed physical rehabilitation hospital owned by HealthSouth. The inpatient rehabilitation hospital will remain in its current location at 1800 Heritage Boulevard in Midland, Texas. There will be no interruption or operational changes to the high-quality care provided to...
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