Beginning in October 2016, Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center will implement remote tele-health monitoring of intensive care unit (ICU) patients through the most advanced telemedicine program available. Highly trained intensivist physicians and critical care specialists will provide an extra layer of care that enhances patient safety 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Summit Healthcare… Read More »
Lung cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer, and it rarely causes symptoms until the advanced stages that are difficult to treat. Early detection of lung cancer is key,” says Snehal Thakkar, M.D., medical oncologist at Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center. “If you are worried about your risk or have concerns, talk with… Read More »
When kids head back to school things get pretty hectic for parents, especially when life is always on the go. One thing that can be stressful is trying to figure out what to feed the kids. Registered dietitian Chrissy Barth from Nutrition Lifestyle Education has a few snack suggestions that are not only easy for… Read More »
Did you know that certain foods can help protect your skin from the sun? Registered dietitian Jody Pannozzo from MyDietitian.com talked about some sun fighting foods you can incorporate into your daily meals and other tools to fight off the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays. 1. What foods can help protect you from the sun? To… Read More »
Based on a national, evidence-based primary care model designed to enhance a baby’s emotional, intellectual, and physical growth during the first five years of life, Summit Healthcare’s Healthy Steps for Young Children program connects parents with Harvard-trained specialists and a wealth of child health resources and information. The program offers the following services to parents… Read More »
Sometimes the body’s natural healing process isn’t enough. Summit Healthcare Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center offers a comprehensive outpatient program to diabetes complications, burns, and even spider bites. Seeing an unmet need in the community and an increase in chronic nonhealing wounds, Summit Healthcare began offering access to proven therapies that speed the healing process… Read More »