Tennessee Moves Up in Health Rankings

State Climbs Three Notches from 2010

After years spent in the bottom 10 when it comes to health rankings in the United States, Tennessee pulled up to number 39 in the nation. True, the state is still in the bottom third of
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Tennessee Moves Up in Health Rankings

State Climbs Three Notches from 2010

After years spent in the bottom 10 when it comes to health rankings in the United States, Tennessee pulled up to number 39 in the nation. True, the state is still in the bottom third of the...


 
HEALTHCARE LEADER: Angie Wilson
HEALTHCARE LEADER: Angie Wilson

Committed to maintaining group’s quality of care

Angie Wilson loves healthcare.  “It’s who I am,” she said. “I’ll probably continue working forever.” While she has not served as the administrator for Memphis Gastroenterology Group (MGG...


 
Healthcare community embarks on year of prevention

As the local medical community continues grappling with healthcare reform, the year 2012 is almost certain to be an extension of what already has been occurring.

“What you have is the providers, insurance companies and state and local governments getting ready for the big year, which is 2014,...


 
Financial obstacles slow race to beat Congress |
Financial obstacles slow race to beat Congress
Hospitals and physicians’ groups may become more prominent in 2012 as a result of the politicization of healthcare reform in 2011. Aware that some reforms may actually stick, healthcare providers are racing to beat Congress to the punch...
 
MEDICAL ECONOMICS: Well-Advised To Use Tax Advisors
Ever-changing laws make these experts more valuable than ever for medical practices and small businesses.
During the last few years, we have seen a multitude of changes in tax and healthcare law. Numerous provisions in these bills affect medical practices and small businesses...

 
Memphis’ Child Advocacy Center Seeks Healing For Victims
Memphis’ Child Advocacy Center Seeks Healing For Victims

On guard against sexual abuse

In the wake of the recently publicized sexual abuse charges against two former assistant college coaches, Jerry Sandusky of Penn State and Bernie Fine of Syracuse University, and Memphian Robert “Bobby” Dodd, President and CEO of the Amateur Athletic Union, there is heightene...


 



Reimbursement/ACOs Focus

ACOs & EHRs
With the advent of Accountable Care Organizations (ACO) making a splash in the healthcare market, healthcare providers are facing yet another challenge in their efforts to cost effectively provide care for their patients...
 
ACOs Today
ACOs Today

Where are we? Where are we going? How will the rules be affecting providers?

In the year 2000, there were approximately 43 million Medicare eligible beneficiaries in America.  When the last of the Baby Boomer generation reaches age 65 in 2035, there will be close to 78 million folks eligible...


 



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Peer-to-Peer Health Care: Generating Hope
More often than not, the most important part of your social media presence is not what your organization or practice has to say, but what your patients have to say –...
 
Plantar Fasciitis and Obesity
Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the band-like ligament at the bottom of the foot called the plantar fascia. This band runs from the tubercles of the calcaneus to the metatarsal heads and is responsible for helping the foot adjust to different terrains, as well as helping the foot turn into a rigid lever for pushing off during the gait cycle...
 



Physician Spotlight

PHYSICIAN SPOTLIGHT: Jeremy Draper, MD
PHYSICIAN SPOTLIGHT: Jeremy Draper, MD
Not many people can say they are living their dream, but Jeremy Draper, MD, is doing what he dreamed of doing since he was eight years old. Draper completed his residency in family medicine in June and started his career as a physician at Northside Medical Clinic shortly afterward...
 



Obesity Focus

Hospitals’ New Focus: Heal Thyself
Hospitals’ New Focus: Heal Thyself

Employers, employees tackle weighty problem

While hospitals typically respond to their patients’ immediate healthcare needs, they now are adding their employees’ health to their list of priorities...


 



Factors Linked to Age of Onset of Menopause Identified
Title: Factors Linked to Age of Onset of Menopause Identified
Category: Health News
Created: 1/26/2012 6:06:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 1/27/2012 Posted Friday, January 27, 2012 1:00 am CST

Caffeine May Alter Women's Estrogen Levels
Title: Caffeine May Alter Women's Estrogen Levels
Category: Health News
Created: 1/26/2012 6:06:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 1/27/2012 Posted Friday, January 27, 2012 1:00 am CST

Researchers Spot Potential Bile Duct Cancer Drug Targets
Title: Researchers Spot Potential Bile Duct Cancer Drug Targets
Category: Health News
Created: 1/26/2012 6:06:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 1/27/2012 Posted Friday, January 27, 2012 1:00 am CST

Statins May Stave Off Liver Cancer in People With Hepatitis B
Title: Statins May Stave Off Liver Cancer in People With Hepatitis B
Category: Health News
Created: 1/26/2012 8:06:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 1/27/2012 Posted Friday, January 27, 2012 1:00 am CST

Health Tip: Preparing for a Stress Test
Title: Health Tip: Preparing for a Stress Test
Category: Health News
Created: 1/27/2012 8:05:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 1/27/2012 Posted Friday, January 27, 2012 1:00 am CST

Health Tip: Manage Pain During Childbirth
Title: Health Tip: Manage Pain During Childbirth
Category: Health News
Created: 1/27/2012 8:05:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 1/27/2012 Posted Friday, January 27, 2012 1:00 am CST


Methodist Procedure Corrects Heartbeat - Memphis Daily News

Methodist Procedure Corrects Heartbeat
Memphis Daily News
Texas-based DCTN3 330 Highway 61 Memphis TN LLC has bought a Family Dollar building on 3390 US 61 (also known as South Third Street) from Marketplace Development LLC for $1.1 million. In conjunction with the purchase, DCTN3 330 filed a $800200 trust ...

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Posted Monday, January 23, 2012 3:54 pm CST

Memphis' Adonis Thomas could be done for season - SportingNews.com

USA TODAY

Memphis' Adonis Thomas could be done for season
SportingNews.com
Thomas turned his ankle in practice Friday, and the team at first thought the versatile big man wouldn't miss much time. Adonis Thomas is Memphis' third-leading scorer. (AP Photo) “A decision (was made) today from talking to the doctors and his family ...
Ankle injury likely ends season for Memphis Tigers Adonis ThomasMemphis Commercial Appeal
Thomas likely done for seasonGoHerd.com (subscription)

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Posted Tuesday, January 17, 2012 9:21 am CST

Steven Edwin Owens - Newport Independent

Steven Edwin Owens
Newport Independent
Steve is also survived by a dear sister, Janet Owens Smith of Memphis, Tenn. Steve graduated from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville and was a member of Sigma Chi fraternity. He completed his medical degree at UAMS, specializing in Emergency ...

Posted Friday, January 27, 2012 12:15 pm CST

 

 
Obesity Focus

Hospitals’ New Focus: Heal Thyself
Hospitals’ New Focus: Heal Thyself

Employers, employees tackle weighty problem

While hospitals typically respond to their patients’ immediate healthcare needs, they now are adding their employees’ health to their list of priorities...


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