“Thank you so very much for your caring, dedication, professionalism and expertise”
I was scheduled to have my right knee replaced on Thursday, May 30, by Dr. Hockman. All the pre-op testing and teaching was done, Dr. Hockman and Robin his nurse were professional, personable and thorough in all my appointments in the clinic. I felt confident in their skills to do their best in replacing my knee.
Read MoreThanks to staff member who went “that extra mile”
After a 92-year-old gentleman completed his IV hydration at 2:30 p.m., he was escorted to the door (garage door exit) via wheelchair where he assured the staff he could get to his car on his own since “it was just across the street.”
Read MoreSun, Skin and SPF — Prevention and education help fight skin cancer
More than a million Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer each year. As you head out into the sunlight, remember that although the sun’s rays might feel good on your skin, it is important to wear sunscreen to protect your skin from potential damage.
Read MoreFinale event for Kids on Track is Thursday, August 8
The finale event for the 2013 Kids on Track program will be Thursday, August 8 at the Gordon Shelter at Stephens Lake Park.
Read MoreTeam approach — Diabetes doctors work with patients to customize care
Diabetes is a challenging disease to treat.
It’s a problem where education can often be as effective as medication. It’s a disease where a patient’s story is sometimes just as important as their test results.
Read MoreEmployee saves lives through telemetry
Cheryl Long has a detail-oriented mind and a knack for multitasking.
“I’ve always been a tinkerer and I’ve always loved looking for things to do,” she said.
Read MoreKids on Track — These kids are ready to tackle a marathon
Something is moving across Mid-Missouri this summer. Thousands of little feet are counting up the miles as 1,091 kids run, walk, bike and even skip an entire marathon.
Read MoreBoone Hospital Center tops Consumer Reports Missouri surgery rating
Trusted national magazine Consumer Reports has issued a new rating of surgery safety performance at U.S. hospitals, with Boone Hospital Center sharing the highest score in the state.
Read MorePreventing osteoporosis — Starting early is key to building strong bones
Osteoporosis is a bone disease characterized by a decrease in the amount of bone (low bone mass), a deterioration of the integrity of the structure of bone tissue (decreased bone density), and decreased bone strength. This results in more fragile bones that fracture more easily.
Read MoreBEST for Bones — How women are fighting bone loss with physical therapy
Emily Frazier knew she was at risk for osteoporosis. Her mother began losing height in her 70’s, so it runs in the family. On top of that, Emily is a petite, Caucasian woman in her 60’s—a prime candidate for the feared bone disease that could slow down her busy life.
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