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Being out in the community quite a bit, I have heard every reason/excuse why women do not get regular breast screenings. One of the ones that is heard the most is “I don’t need to worry; I have no family history”. First of all, let’s break down the amount of breast cancers by genetic, familial and sporadic. A genetic breast cancer means that it is caused by a genetic mutation. In other words, one of your genes that should be repairing your DNA when abnormal cells are encountered by that ge...
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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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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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Welcome to October! Breast Cancer Awareness month continues! We physicians that walk the medical journeys with Permian Basin patients encourage the earnest efforts of the Midland Memorial Hospital Breast Center team and all the advocacy groups in the Permian Basin to get women’s attention in October to assess their breast health. When I speak of the physicians on your breast team, this includes your surgeon, radiologist, oncologist, and pathologist. There are about 12 of us in Midland that care f...
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Even though there are conflicting recommendations about when a woman should start having a mammogram, at the Breast Center at Midland Health, we continue to follow the American College of Radiology’s recommendation of a yearly mammogram at the age of 40. But is the age of 40 when a woman should start thinking about breast health? A young woman should start doing monthly breast self-exams at the age of 20. This is to help train her brain what her normal tissue feels like and to help a young lady d...
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In this week’s People magazine, the cover story is about Olivia Munn (who has starred in Date Night, X-Men: Apocalypse,The Newsroom and other movies)and her journey through breast cancer. But the story doesn’t start here, as Olivia mentions in the article. Olivia talks about having a normal mammogram and normal genetic testing. However, her doctor decided to calculate her risk score and found that it was 37%. This prompted the recommendation of a breast MRI. The MRI is what found Olivia’s brea...
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Here we are……entering October. Pink ribbons everywhere!!! Ball games, social events, church gatherings, everyone is focused on those who are going through breast cancer or who have won the fight and are now called a survivor after a diagnosis of breast cancer. And rightfully so, anyone who has ever had to hear those words “you have cancer” certainly deserves our support. They call it breast cancer awareness, but are we creating a true awareness along with highlighting those who are either ...
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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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What can you do in fifteen minutes? You can take your dog for a short walk. You can drop your kids off for soccer practice. You can load the washing machine. You can send a work email. What can you do to take care of yourself? What do you still have the energy to do? Have you taken time to do what really matters? Picture yourself at the end of a long day when everyone and everything is settled and you finally have a minute to breathe, the last thing you wa...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 popularity of the keto diet is purely from its ability to help lose weight in a relatively short time. Unfortunately, there are some serious and life-threatening consequences of this unnatural way of eating. Studies have shown that low-carb diets increase all-cause mortality by 32 percent and mortality from heart disease and cancer were increased by 51 percent and 35 percent, respectively. Understanding the Keto Diet: Blood sugar, also known as blood glucose, is the universal go-to fuel for the cell...
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“Lung cancer,” those words can be a devastating diagnosis. While it is true that lung cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer deaths for both men and women in the U.S.; our message, at the Midland Health Lung Center, is that lung cancer doesn’t have to be a death sentence. Part of the reason for the high number of lung cancer deaths is that often lung cancer is not diagnosed until the late stages, when symptoms are present. When detected early and treated 5-year survival rates can increase from 6%, wit...
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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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Heart disease is often perceived as a "man's problem", but this dangerous misconception has dangerous consequences and potentially costing women their lives. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women globally, surpassing all forms of cancer combined. Understanding the fundamental basics why it's so deadly for women, how symptoms differ, and the unique risk factors is critical for prevention and early intervention and better outcomes. Why Heart Disease Is the #1 Cause of Death for Women...
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The sixth annual Wellness Tour is going virtual through Saturday at the Midland Memorial Hospital Facebook page. Activities include: --free virtual workout with the YMCA --workouts for the whole family with FIT4MOM --hike with Sibley Nature Center (Social distancing measures will be enforced.) --free virtual screening of the IndieFlix film “Like” --stress management practices offered by Lifestyle Medicine Center --virtual seminar “Milk: It Does a Body Harm” --Keep Midland Beautiful’s virtual event ...
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I am frequently asked “Why are there so many guidelines for screening mammograms? Can’t anyone agree?” Currently there are three major organizations that recommend different guidelines for screening mammography. The American College of Radiology recommends screening at age 40 every year regardless of risk factors. The USPSTF states that women can wait until age 50 and receive a screening mammogram every other year instead of yearly, and women aged 40-49 should discuss with their doctor to determine if m...
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Wellness means something different to everyone. Health and wellness are entirely tailored to each individual, and everyone is at a different stage in their health journey. Wellness and health aren't just one aspect of your lifestyle, but a combination of many ways of living to feel and be at your best. Some individuals may benefit from and enjoy daily walks, while others may benefit from strength training or yoga. No matter what stage of wellness you're in, it's never too early or too late to explore ne...
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“You should never eat saturated fat.” “The keto diet is the key to weight loss!” “You should eat more eggs, they’re a great source of protein!” “Eggs are terrible for your cholesterol levels!” News headlines and social media can make healthy eating seem incredibly overwhelming. One minute a food is declared “good”, then the next it is “bad”. A healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to be difficult. A Registered Dietitian can help you find a realistic, long-term eating plan that is sustainable and utilizes evide...
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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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The National Quality Forum has selected Midland Health's Padmaja Patel to serve on its 2022 Leadership Consortium. Patel currently serves as the medical director of the Lifestyle Medicine Center at Midland Health and has been an advocate for offering a variety of comprehensive lifestyle intervention programs under physician supervision. Patel also has been awarded the prestigious status of fellow of ACLM for her outstanding achievement in the field of lifestyle medicine, according to Midland Health. She...
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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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The physicians and staff of Permian Cardiology have been providing compassionate and knowledgeable cardiac care since 1981. Permian Cardiology staff consists of three Cardiologists, one Physician Assistant, one Advance Practice Nurse, six Registered nurses, and amazing support staff. With the ever-changing healthcare environment, we understand the desire to obtain personal care by qualified, trusted providers. As a long established and well respected, board-certified, interventional cardiology practice ...
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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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The sixth annual Wellness Tour is going virtual. The jam-packed health and wellness week will have events for the whole family. Join us online Sept. 22-26 by following the Midland Memorial Hospital Facebook page to stay engaged throughout the week. Here is a brief overview of the events: --Burn calories with free a virtual workout with the YMCA. --Take a hike with Sibley Nature Center. Social distancing measures will be enforced. --Join Midland Healthy Minds for a free virtual screening of the IndieFlix...
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From Midland County: Good afternoon everyone, Emergency Management would like to share that we are actively coordinating with our local and regional partners as we plan ahead for this event. Cots and blankets are readily available to support any Warming Centers or Shelters that may open. If you or someone you know plans to operate a Shelter (24-hour service) or a Warming Center (less than 24-hour service), please contact us. We want to ensure this information is shared with the public and other pu...
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Why should one go to a doctor for a routine exam when they do not feel sick at all? One might think, “Why fix something if it’s not broken?” Preventive health care includes screenings, routine examinations, and immunization to prevent disease, prolong life, and improve overall health outcomes. The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) provides screening recommendations based on peer-reviewed evidence with the goal of shared decision-making between primary care clinicians and patients on ...
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When most people think of malnutrition, they often picture poverty-stricken regions in developing countries. However, malnutrition is a serious and often overlooked public health issue right here in the United States — including Midland, Texas. Malnutrition isn’t just about lack of food. It means deficiencies, excesses, or imbalances in nutrient intake. This can appear as undernutrition (low body weight, muscle loss), overnutrition (metabolic problems and muscle loss in overweight/obese individuals), nut...
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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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Midland Health has adopted the vision statement that Midland will be the healthiest community in Texas. With that in mind, please spend a few minutes and consider men's health and the relationship to the health of our community. According to national health statistics, men die roughly five years earlier than do women. In 2019, 30 million women and 24.1 million men were aged 65 and older. That's 125 women for every 100 men. At age 85 and older, this ratio increased to 178 women for every 100 men 2020 Pro...
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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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St. Valentine, honored in February as the patron saint of lovers, is a good reason to recognize the organ most closely associated with lovers, the heart. February is American Heart Month when everyone is encouraged to focus on cardiovascular health. As the designated month of heart health, the staff at Midland Memorial Hospital is excited to celebrate the 100th year of the American Heart Association. Just as St. Valentine supported his passion with his actions, Midland Memorial Hospital is passionate ab...
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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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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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Midland Memorial Hospital has received two American Heart Association Mission: Lifeline Achievement Awards. MMH has been recognized for demonstrating commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart disease and stroke. That means more lives saved, shorter recovery times and fewer readmissions to the hospital. Every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. has a stroke or heart attack, and heart disease and stroke are the No. 1 and No. 5 causes of death in the United States...
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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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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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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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Certain Midland Health clinics operate as hospital outpatient departments or provider-based clinics. Provider-based clinics are often referred to as hospital-based clinics. Federal health care guidelines differentiate clinics that a hospital owns and employs the staff involved in patient care. These provider-based clinics are held to high standards of care and are required to meet federal accreditation standards for hospitals, which are greater than those of physician-based clinics. Below are answers to ...
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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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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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The importance of colon screenings is published widely across the internet, doctor offices, television screens, radio commercials, and the list goes on. Colonoscopies are often the “butt” of a joke, a complaint, and sometimes viewed as an inconvenience. Often, published health information is not targeted at gender specific medical advice. This article is specific to the male gender and the importance of a screening colonoscopy. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, men...
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In May, Midland Memorial Hospital was named a 2023 Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work. This honor is restricted to 150 organizations across the country, and only 75 of those are hospitals or insurers. The recognition of being named a Modern Healthcare Best Place to Work is a remarkable achievement that highlights our organization's commitment to creating an exceptional workplace culture and prioritizing the well-being of our employees. In the same week, Midland Memorial was accredited a fourth time a...
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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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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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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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Pivot First, Quit When You're Ready. Written by: Pivot That’s right. Don’t quit smoking today*. But today is the Great American Smokeout! Isn’t quitting today the whole point? Well, not exactly. Understanding why is really important for you and/or the people who smoke in your life. So, read on... The American Cancer Society has been running the Great American Smokeout (GASO) for over 40 years. GASO began as a campaign to encourage people who smoke to quit for one day, cold turkey. It wa...
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Many programs exist to address physical health, but they don't address the unique needs of each individual. In addition, there is rarely mention of mental, or spiritual health—vital elements in establishing happiness. Any sound physician would argue that your physical health suffers if you are neglecting spiritual and mental well-being. So why are these other facets largely ignored? Midland Health is proud to offer Better U, a unique holistic lifestyle medicine program addressing all three branches of h...
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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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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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