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In 2018, we continued on our path to make Midland the healthiest community in Texas. Our Lifestyle Medicine Center expanded their program offerings to include yoga sessions, Community CHIP (Complete Health Improvement Program), weekly educational classes on various lifestyle medicine topics, and a special Eat to Beat Cancer class series. The center is also the only facility in Texas to offer the Ornish Program for Reversing Heart Disease —a noninvasive and scientifically-proven program shown to reverse ...
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If you are uninsured or have trouble paying for healthcare, Midland Health may be able to help through our financial partnerships and resources. In accordance with our mission and values, Midland Health is committed to caring for all people regardless of their ability to pay. The Financial Eligibility Office at Midland Memorial Hospital offers financial counseling and assistance to help address any financial concerns patients or families may have regarding their care. The Financial Eligibility Office pr...
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In 2017, we continued to further our vision to make Midland the healthiest community in Texas by opening a new Lifestyle Medicine Center at our West Campus. This center offers a holistic approach to managing sickness, as well as offering preventative care. The center also offers The Ornish Program - a noninvasive and scientifically-proven program shown to reverse heart disease through diet and lifestyle. We are one of only 4 medical facilities in Texas to offer it. Stay tuned as we continue to expand ou...
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The prestigious American Journal of Nursing has given its Book of the Year Award for Professional Interests to Building a Culture of Ownership in Healthcare by Joe Tye and Dr. Bob Dent. Tye is CEO and Head Coach of Values Coach Inc., a consulting and training firm headquartered in Solon, Iowa. Dent is Chief Operating and Chief Nursing Officer of Midland Memorial Hospital and also the 2018 President of the American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE). “Back in 2016, Joe and I gave a presentation at t...
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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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Identification of household members (all that apply will be required): The head of household and spouse (if applicable) will need to provide picture identification Birth certificates for children under 18 (will accept copies from hospital, courthouse or TDHS) Social Security cards for everyone in household Residency Verification Proof of residency may include but is not limited to: Current utility bill (such as water, gas or electricity) Most current property tax receipt Current rent receipt or lease ag...
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The Midland Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will host a Grand Opening of our Expanded Gift Shop on Monday, October 22 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. President Donna Newsom will present a check to Mr. Russell Meyers, CEO of Midland Health, in the amount of $322,233 for construction expenses of the new area. This is the single largest donation the Auxiliary has ever made to Midland Memorial Hospital. It brings the total amount in equipment and other projects to over $4.5 million since 1950. Following remarks by Mrs. N...
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No one likes to think about worst-case scenarios. Unfortunately, every day, family members are summoned to emergency departments to make life and death decisions for those who matter most to them. It always seems too early, until it’s too late. Midland Health, along with other national, state and community organizations, are leading a massive effort to highlight the importance of advance healthcare decision-making—an effort that has culminated in the formal designation of April 16 as National Healthcare...
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On December 15th, Midland Memorial Hospital in collaboration with Championship Hearts Foundation, will be providing free heart screenings to students between the ages of 14 and 18. The event will be held from 9 AM to 1:30 PM inside the Aqua Entrance off Illinois. Athletes, cheerleaders, marching band students, drill team members and those who participate in vigorous exercise are encouraged to get their hearts screened for possible deadly genetic heart conditions such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM)...
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The Lifestyle Medicine Center is offering a new class, Eat to Beat Cancer, taught by Dr. Padmaja Patel. The class will be based on published research and will explain how simple lifestyle changes can have profound health benefits when it comes to cancer, based on our understanding of new scientific discoveries. It is not be used as an alternative therapy, but to complement conventional cancer treatment and using food as a preventative therapy. This class is $5 and online registration is required. WHEN: ...
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Midland Memorial Hospital, in partnership with Mothers' Milk Bank of North Texas, is now a milk depot for mothers wanting to donate breast milk. Operating much like a blood bank, Mothers' Milk Bank of North Texas (MMBNT) collects breast milk from healthy, nursing mothers who have a surplus. Every donor is screened through a short phone interview, medical questionnaire and blood testing. Once a mother drops off milk at MMH, it is securely stored and transported to Fort Worth for testing, pasteurization, ...
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Join us for the fourth annual Wellness Tour, taking place Tuesday, July 31st through Saturday, August 4th. This cross-city health and wellness week is produced in part by Midland Health, the City of Midland, Midland College and MISD. Here is a brief overview of events: Burn calories with free workouts at local gyms and studios Free health screenings, walk-through heart exhibit and education at Midland Memorial Hospital Back-to-school immunizations at the Midland Health Department Mom and Kiddos stroller...
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Midland Memorial Hospital recently installed a consumer drug take-back receptacle for easy and safe disposal of leftover, unused or expired prescription and over-the-counter medications. Did you know that unwanted over-the-counter medications and prescription drugs contaminate waterways and potentially local drinking water when flushed, put down the drain, or placed in the trash? Drugs in the home can be even more dangerous, as they can find their way into the hands of children or potential addicts. Ove...
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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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On Friday, Midland Memorial Hospital celebrated achieving their three-time Pathway to Excellence designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The Pathway to Excellence Program recognizes a health care organization’s commitment to creating an innovative, supportive and positive workplace environment. The designation is granted based on organizations that demonstrate the six ANCC Pathway to Excellence Practice Standards: 1. Shared Decision-Making 2. Leadership 3. Safety 4. Quality 5. We...
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The cold and flu season has peaked in recent weeks and Midland Memorial Hospital wants to ensure everyone is informed about how to detect and mange the flu virus. Midland Memorial Hospital’s Emergency Department has seen a steady increase of cases that involve flu-like symptoms, and several steps are being taken to prevent the spread of illness in our facility, including: more frequent disinfection of Emergency Department areas and furniture, as well as distribution of face masks to all ER patients who ...
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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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Click here to meet the Midland County Hospital District Board of Directors Other Information and Resources Redistricting 2022 Tax Rate Notices Agendas May 29, 2025 Board of Directors Agenda April 28, 2025 Board of Directors Agenda March 27, 2025 Board of Directors Agenda January 30, 2025 Board of Directors Agenda December 19, 2024 Board of Directors Agenda November 19, 2024 Board of Directors Agenda November 19, 2024 Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center Agenda October 31, 2024 Board of Di...
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Midland Health offers several programs that support your personal and professional goals, plus a variety of medical, dental and other benefit options that provide the coverage that best suits you. Health and Wellness Health Insurance/Medical Coverage Midland Health offers a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA) to help you cover a wide range of medical services. These services include office visits, hospitalization, labs, x-rays, and prescription drugs. An HDHP is ...
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The following is a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs). If you have a question not listed below, please call the hospital's main line at (432) 221-1111 and we will be happy to assist you. Questions: Where is Midland Memorial Hospital located? What is the main phone number? When is the hospital open? What floor am I looking for in the Scharbauer Patient Tower? I am a visitor. What rules should I be aware of? Where is the Testing Center? What does the Testing Center offer? Where is the security wind...
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Midland Health is proud to honor our board-certified nurses on Certified Nurses Day, celebrated annually on March 19. To mark the occasion, we will hold a special ceremony in the Hospital Lobby on March 19, 2025, where we will recognize all certified nurses and pin those who have recently achieved certification. Certified Nurses Day was established by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to recognize the dedication and expertise of nationally board-certified nurses. This day celebrates nurses...
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Here at Midland Memorial Hospital, we strive to not only provide the best healthcare, but the best overall experience for our patients and their loved ones. We've gathered common need to know items pertaining to our billing process, insurance and questions that often arise. Accepted Insurance Chargemaster Contact Billing Department Financial Assistance How to Pay Your Bill Online Bill Pay Your Rights and Protections Against Surprise Medical Bills Sus Derechos y Protecciones contra Facturas Médicas Sorpr...
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Several years ago, Midland Health began using four pillars as a part of our strategic planning. These four pillars are guiding forces for almost any decisions made at Midland Health. The four pillars are Quality Focus, Patient Experience, Workforce Engagement and Financial Health. As 2024 comes to a close, it is important to reflect on the year, our goals, our failures, and our successes. This empowers us to look forward to 2025 and positions the team to tackle what lies ahead. Quality Focus For the last...
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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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In 2015, we debuted the new Midland Health brand and logo, as well as our new mission, vision and core values. Since then, a few changes have been made and we are already seeing a positive impact on our county health ranking as a result. In 2016, we built a community garden to provide the community with an affordable way to grow fresh produce and promote healthy eating. Our garden was created as a template for other organizations to use and build more gardens across Midland. Plant-based meals are now av...
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By now, hopefully you have noticed the new Midland Health logo around town and in our educational materials. It was officially unveiled at a special hospital week ceremony in May of 2015. Much more important than the rollout of the new logo is what it stands for. Our new mission, Leading Healthcare for Greater Midland, primarily means that we are accepting the responsibility to coordinate the resources it takes to make us the healthiest community we can be. We are expanding our footprint to include a bi...
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While millions of people are breast cancer survivors, it remains one of the most common cancers affecting women. Regardless of the high survival rate of breast cancer, there are many misconceptions or myths about the disease. Myth No. 1: You’ll only get breast cancer if you have a family history. Breast cancer cannot be inherited, but a higher risk of developing it can be inherited through gene mutations. Only 5-10 percent of cancers are from inherited gene mutations, and about 85 percent of women who a...
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Midland Memorial Hospital currently offers two payment options. 1. Pay your bill online . 2. To pay by phone, call (432) 221-1522 and select option 1.
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"MQA Pathway to s urviving THRIVING in 2018 and Beyond" What is MQA? MQA (Midland Quality Alliance) is our new and expanding network of healthcare delivery for members and their dependents on the MMH medical plan. MQA is a physician and provider-led organization with a goal of enhancing quality of care, patient engagement, and provider engagement. Our mission is to improve the quality of health care for those contracted with Midland Quality Alliance. Our vision is to improve the health of people in Midl...
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On Wednesday, December 9th Midland Health will open a second testing site with financial assistance from the City of Midland. The second site will be located at the City of Midland MLK Center, 2300 Butternut Lane. The hours of operation will be Monday thru Friday from 12:30 to 4:30pm. If you have been exposed or are symptomatic, please call 68Nurse to schedule an appointment to be tested at either the Midland Health West Campus or City of Midland MLK Center. These testing resources are available ...
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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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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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WHAT IS A HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT? A Health Savings Account (HSA) is a great way to save pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified health care expenses. Contribute as much money as you can into your HSA as a part of payroll deduction, allowing you to pay medical costs pre-tax. To sign up for an HSA, contact your company’s Human Resources Department. Don’t forget to ask if your company offers an HSA matching program. WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF AN HSA? An HSA is a great way to save pre-tax dollars to pay for qualif...
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While millions of people are breast cancer survivors, it remains one of the most common cancers affecting women. Regardless of the high survival rate of breast cancer I often hear misconceptions or myths about the disease from patients. In this day and age of online information, it’s easy to get bombarded by what I often refer to as “Dr. Google”. It’s important to have the facts and dispel common myths surrounding breast cancer. Myth No. 1: You’ll only get breast cancer if you have a family history. Brea...
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Midland Memorial Hospital has received several awards recognizing the hospital and its personnel for our great patient care. We have received these awards because of teamwork. There are many people including doctors, nurses, technologists and pharmacists who make these teams work well for our patients; but the most important person on this team is you , the patient. 2025 Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR® AACN Silver-...
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March of Dimes and Midland Health are partnering to support women and families as they navigate the first year of parenthood. “The first year with baby is a critical time of change for the family and some mothers/families make the adjustment with ease while others need continued support from their health care providers, family, community resources and employers.,” said Ms. Dillard. We are encouraging pregnant and postpartum women and their families to learn ways to adjust to the critical changes that ha...
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Midland Health proudly recognizes our many board-certified nurses on Certified Nurses Day, March 19 th , 2024. A ceremony will be held for all certified nurses on March 19 th in the Hospital Lobby to mark the occasion and pin our newly certified nurses. Certified Nurses Day is an annual celebration held on March 19th that recognizes and honors the achievements and contributions of nationally board-certified nurses. The recognition day was established by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to...
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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 Memorial Hospital is excited to announce the Neonatal partnership with Pediatrix Medical Group, Covenant Children's Hospital and Cook Children's Health Care System. "The alignment of quality health care organizations combines the services and compassionate care of MMH with the experience, specialty expertise and dedicated physicians to care for our tiniest patients," said Stephen Bowerman, President of Midland Health. "We see this as a key step in advancing neonatal care to the next level for &nb...
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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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Learn about a variety of health topics from A to Z, brought to you by Midland Health experts.
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The health of a community is unique. A thumbprint of its make-up, it tells the story of the many unique and wonderful facets housed within its borders as well as opportunities for growth. Midland Health conducts a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) every four years to survey the overall health of Midland County. The CHNA for fiscal years 2020-2022 was completed in August 2019. The assessment included an extensive health data collection process and interview methodology. The results of ...
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Here at Midland Memorial Hospital we are performing state of the art personalized medicine, including for our breast cancer patients. When it comes to your health, you want to receive the standard of care and when it comes to breast cancer, that is exactly what you receive at Midland Memorial Hospital from our team of board-certified specialists. So, you can stay right here in your own home town to take advantage of all your own personal resources like family support without compromising quality of care...
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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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Midland Memorial Hospital accomplished a great deal in Fiscal 2013, highlighted by the opening of the long-awaited Dorothy and Clarence Scharbauer, Jr Patient Tower. The support offered to Midland Memorial Hospital by the people of Midland County, both donors and taxpayers, has been nothing short of phenomenal. The staff and physicians of Midland Memorial Hospital are privileged to serve our great community, and look forward to continued improvement in years ahead. Take a look at the highlights of the p...
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The Women's and Children's Services department consists of Labor & Delivery, Mother-Baby, NICU, Pediatrics and Childbirth Education.
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Midland Memorial Hospital, in an effort to be more transparent with pricing and as required by CMS 1694-F ruling, has provided access to an online copy of our Charge Description Master. Price Transparency Information For questions about your hospital bill, please contact our Billing Office at (432) 221-1522. To better assist you, please have your patient account number and date of your visit available at the time of your call. Name Location Hours of Operation Contact Business Office 4214 Andrews Hwy, Su...
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The BRAVO Award Nominate any staff member for this award. The DAISY Award Nominate a nurse for this award. The BEE Award Nominate a CNA or PCA for this award. The Legacy Award Nominate a Radiologic Technologist for this award. The PHIL Award Nominate a Respiratory Therapist for this award.
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One of the most exciting features in our electronic health record system is a patient portal application. This portal provides 24/7 online access to your health records from any computer, tablet or smartphone. Click the below appropriate link to access your patient portal: Midland Memorial Hospital Portal Midland Memorial Hospital Account (I already have an account.) Midland Memorial Hospital Create New Account (I need to setup an account.) Midland Health Clinics Portal Premier Clinics, Permian Cardiolo...
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Lymphedema is a very common and serious condition, affecting approximately 10 million Americans. It results from impaired flow of the lymphatic system, resulting in an abnormal accumulation of water and proteins principally in the subcutaneous tissues. Lymphedema is classified as primary (congenital or hereditary) or secondary (caused by a known insult to the lymphatic system). Early symptoms of lymphedema may be noticed as a feeling of heaviness, tingling, tightness and warmth, redness/discoloration of...
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Avoid prolonged exposure to outdoor extreme temperatures. Be sure to rehydrate frequently with water or a sports drink. Avoid caffeine and alcohol, as they dry the body quickly. If exercising, take frequent breaks to cool down and avoid sun exposure from about 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Heat exhaustion is the first level when you become symptomatic but your body can still cool itself. Heat stroke is full decompensation and the body can no longer cool itself and serious injury can occur. Check on elderly family me...
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August is National Immunization Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of vaccinations in preventing serious diseases and more specifically, helping to protect your family. 1. Vaccines Are Important Before vaccines, each year in the United States: Roughly 10,000 children became paralyzed by Polio, Rubella (German measles) caused birth defects and mental retardation in as many as 20,000 newborns, Measles infected about 4 million children, Diphtheria was one of the most com...
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Mammography is the main test used to find breast cancer in women who do not have symptoms and is the only screening test that has been shown to reduce the number of women who die from breast cancer by about 30%. However, breast MRI is the most sensitive method of finding breast cancer, especially in women who are at a very high risk for breast cancer, meaning greater than a 20-25% chance of developing breast cancer in their life. So women at very high risk are recommended to have both a yearly mammogram...
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What is arthritis? The word arthritis literally means joint inflammation. It refers to more than 100 different diseases. These diseases usually affect the area in or around joints such as muscles and tendons. There are many types of arthritis. Most forms of arthritis are chronic which means they may last a lifetime. How does arthritis feel? Arthritis usually causes stiffness pain and fatigue. The severity varies from person to person and even from day to day. In some people only a few joints are affecte...
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Every 66 seconds, someone in the Unites States develops Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease, a type of dementia, is an irreversible, progressive brain disease that affects an estimated 5.4 million Americans and by 2050 that number could rise as high as 16 million. The causes of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias are not completely understood, but researchers believe they include a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. In more than 90% of people with Alzheimer’s, symptoms...
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Sherry Constable graduated from Midland College with an Associates of Applied Science in Radiography and worked for Midland Health for 22 1/2 years. Sherry married the love of her life J.D. Constable on May 12, 1976 in Odessa, Texas and enjoyed 40 years together before Sherry lost her battle to cancer. Sherry was known for her expertise, not only in Radiology, but for her excellence in being a leader to those around her. Sherry’s life was an example of the 12 Core Action Values that we teach in our Hosp...
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There are many causes of sleep deprivation which may intrude upon your ability to sleep well. Perhaps you're one of the millions of Americans who trade sleep for more work or play. Whatever the reason, it is critically important to realize that sleep deprivation is often due to unrecognized sleep disorders. After a typical night's sleep, you may not feel restored and refreshed. You might think, "It's just the stress of work or the kids," or you might have "always felt this way," and had no idea you shou...
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Early Mammography Saves Lives 40 is the magic number. Don't wait until age 50 to get a mammogram. Call (432) 221-2300 to schedule your mammogram today! Did You Know? 20% of new breast cancer cases are diagnosed in women aged 40-49 Approximately 50,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer are diagnosed in women aged 40-49 each year Cancers diagnosed in women aged 40-49 can be much more aggressive and life-threatening than cancers diagnosed in women aged 50+ An abnormality may be seen on a mammogram two ye...
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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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Low-Dose CT Can Identify Lung Cancer for Those at High Risk Midland Memorial Hospital’s Diagnostic Imaging Associates (DIA) offers lung cancer screenings using low-dose computed tomography (CT). Individuals who have smoked the equivalent of a pack of cigarettes daily for 30 years are at a higher risk for lung cancer. By screening those at high risk, we can identify lung cancer in earlier stages when it is more likely to be treatable. A low dose CT screening is a radiology study used to detect early lung...
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We have created a new patient handbook that is focused on inspirational values and beliefs. You can flip through it in the viewfinder above. However, we acknowledge that it is still important to have a comprehensive online handbook to give our patients, and their families, answers to the most commonly asked questions. Our staff members are committed to your satisfaction. If you need anything at all, please ask your caregiver. Should we ever fall short of your expectations or if you just want to complime...
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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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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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Midland Health proudly recognizes all 258 of our board-certified nurses on Certified Nurses Day, March 19th, 2023. A ceremony will be held for all certified nurses on March 20th in the O’Shaughnessy Garden at 10:00 AM that will include a roll call and pinning. Certified Nurses Day is an annual celebration held on March 19th that recognizes and honors the achievements and contributions of nationally board-certified nurses. The recognition day was established by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (A...
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Looking for a job? You’ve come to the right place! Midland, Texas, is a family-friendly community offering great weather year-round and gorgeous sunsets. It’s the hometown of former First Lady Laura Bush, and the onetime home of former Presidents George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush. In 2014, Forbes magazine ranked Midland as the second fastest-growing small city in the United States. The top five employers in the city are: Midland Independent School District , Midland Memorial Hospital , Pioneer Natural...
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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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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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