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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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Overview We all know regular exercise is great for our health. It can helps us feel better physically and mentally. Let's take a moment to learn about the many ways it improves our lives. Weight management First, physical activity helps you control your weight. Active people who eat healthy tend to weigh less than those who don't. But the amount of exercise you need to maintain or lower your weight varies from person to person. So if you're trying to lose weight, talk to your doctor. They will create a ...
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Join us for the fifth annual Wellness Tour, taking place Tuesday, July 30th through Saturday, August 3rd. This cross-city health and wellness week is produced in part by Midland Health, the City of Midland, Midland College and Midland ISD. Here is a brief overview of events: calories with free workouts at local gyms and studios Young Lions Ninja Warrior Obstacle course at Scharbauer Sports Complex for kids ages 5-17 Blood drive, farmers market, free plant-based food samples and education at Midlan...
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On Thursday, May 2nd, Midland Memorial Hospital and several local partners will conduct a disaster drill outside the hospital. Multiple people will role-play as injured victims and may be visible to local eye-witnesses. Please do not be alarmed. The majority of this event will take place outside the hospital, near the parking garage and Emergency Department. The 5th floor of the parking garage and the far Northeast parking lot will be CLOSED beginning on May 1st, in preparation for the disaster drill. T...
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When one considers the benefits of exercise, usually the primary reasons and subsequent results are focused on strength, flexibility, cardiovascular health or weight loss. However, a recent study in The Journal of Medicine Science in Sports & Exercise, adds to the ever-growing body of evidence supporting the benefits of exercise. In addition to the plethora of physical benefits, it was found that moderate-to-vigorous exercise can reduce the risk of cognitive decline by 36% , as reported in Time (Exe...
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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 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 Directors Agenda October 29, 2024 Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center Agenda Septembe...
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Demonstrating Community Need As part of the Affordable Care Act, tax-exempt hospitals are required to complete a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) once every three years. In 2019 and again in 2022, a CHNA was conducted and identified the greatest health needs in our community. The 2022 report includes a comprehensive assessment of Midland County, Texas. The analyses include a careful review of the most current health data available, demographics and input from numerous community representat...
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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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Bariatric surgery, a medical procedure aimed at helping individuals achieve weight loss, has become an increasingly popular option for those struggling with obesity. Weigh to Success at Midland Memorial Hospital is the premier bariatric program in the Permian Basin to help patients achieve their weight loss goals. Bariatric surgery typically involves altering the digestive system to promote weight loss through various methods, such as gastric bypass and gastric sleeve. Weigh to Success offers both of th...
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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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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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Join us on Saturday, April 2 for Food Is Medicine at the Wagner Noel Performing Arts Center. This all-day wellness event will be the first-of-its-kind in West Texas. Learn about the many benefits of a plantbased diet from nutrition experts in the field, as well as people who have experienced the radical benefits of the lifestyle. See how a plant-based diet can prevent and reverse chronic disease, how to shop and cook on the plant-based diet, join a Q&A session, and much more. Lunch will be provided!...
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Midland Health welcomes the digital tomosynthesis unit, a new dimension in breast cancer detection. Performed with digital mammography, breast tomosynthesis takes multiple images of the entire breast. This advanced process makes it easy and more accurate for both physicians and patients. The Breast Center is the only full-service breast imaging center in town. Breast tomosynthesis is a breakthrough in mammography. Benefits include: -- Earlier detection of small breast cancers -- Greater accuracy in pinp...
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When some people feel stressed out, they will turn towards food as an outlet to relieve stress. Food can provide a comforting feeling for people. Unfortunately, this is your brain tricking you into thinking you’re hungry. However, you might not actually be physically hungry. Using food as a way to cope with stress is a big concern. The comfort foods we tend to crave are high in fat, sugar, and empty calories and little nutritional benefit is provided. Stress eating can also cause you to eat way more tha...
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Midland Health and West Texas Food Bank announced their partnership to implement a plantforward food program for those with serious illnesses. The Food FARMacy program is referral based when patients are admitted to the hospital with illnesses like diabetes or heart disease. During a patient's stay at the hospital, a social worker will provide information about their eligibility to attend the Food FARMacy and its benefits. The Food FARMacy is open to referred patients twice a month at the Midland West T...
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How you begin and end your workout is just as important as the exercises themselves. Learn the proper and safe way to warm-up and cool down during exercise, as well as important benefits and how these can strengthen and enhance your personal workouts. This class will include a lecture, practice and discussion. Wear movable clothing - no dresses or skirts. All props will be provided.
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By Val Sparks, MSN, RN, CIC Infection Preventionist at Midland Memorial Hospital If you’ve ever ha d the common cold it is most likely caused by a seasonal common human coronavirus. Most individuals get infected with one or more of these viruses at some point in their life. However, this should NOT be confused with the Coronavirus Disease-2019 (COVID-19) that we are hearing about in the news and is infecting thousands across China and J apan. The common...
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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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The Midland Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will celebrate 70 years on January 14, 2020. The celebration will take place at 11:00 am in the Hospital's Main Lobby. The 86 Charter Members from 1950 will be highlighted, along with Auxiliary Past Presidents. Between 1950 and 2019, Auxiliary members have given 1,549,440 hours of time to the community of Midland. At a value of $12.00 an hour, that adds up to a total of $18,593,280.00. In addition to time, the Auxiliary gives gifts of equipment to the hospital. Th...
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The Lifestyle Medicine Center offers weekly educational classes on various topics related to nutrition, chronic disease, food addiction, stress management, and much more. Each class is $5 and online registration is required. About this class: Refresh and recharge your diet and nutrition goals with this inspiring presentation. Learn how to achieve realistic goals for your diet and nutrition, implement food journaling and technology based trackers, and determine if your goals are really ...
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Macronutrients 101 Learn what macronutrients are and why they are important in your diet. The Lifestyle Medicine Center offers weekly educational classes on various topics related to nutrition, chronic disease, food addiction, stress management, and much more. Each class is $5 and online registration is required. Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Yes, please bring your printed ticket with you. How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Please...
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The Lifestyle Medicine Center offers weekly educational classes on various topics related to nutrition, chronic disease, food addiction, stress management, and much more. Type 2 diabetes is almost always preventable and is often reversible through diet and lifestyle changes. Like other leading killers— especially heart disease and high blood pressure—type 2 diabetes is an unfortunate consequence of poor dietary choices. However, there is hope if you have diabetes. Through lifestyle changes, y...
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The Lifestyle Medicine Center offers weekly educational classes on various topics related to nutrition, chronic disease, food addiction, stress management, and much more. Each class is $5 and online registration is required. FAQs Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Yes, please bring your printed ticket with you. How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Please call the Lifestyle Medicine Center at (432) 221-5433.
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The Midland Health Breast Center and Texas Oncology will host the Second West Texas Breast Symposium on Saturday, October 19, 2019. CME and CNE will be available. Registration fee is $50 for Non-MMH Employees, NP's, PA's. For MMH employees, the fee is $30. For physicians, the registration fee is $75. All event proceeds will benefit Pink The Basin. You can register by calling Charliss Rodgers at (432) 221-3220 or email charliss.rodgers@midlandhealth.org. Please make all checks out to Pink The ...
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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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Below is a list of upcoming cross-community health and wellness events. In September 2015, the Wellness Tour was the beginning of a long-lasting relationship between Midland Health, the city of Midland, Midland College and Midland ISD. Together, we can achieve the goal of making Midland the healthiest community in Texas. This year's Wellness Tour is scheduled for August 10-13. For more information, call (432) 221-4510 or visit www.midlandwellnesstour.com . April 2 | Food Is Medicine: A Wellness Event In...
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Current Physician Openings General Surgery & Acute Care Surgeon Hospitalist Hospitalist Nocturnist Critical Care Medicine Orthopedic Surgery Interventional Cardiology Urology Neurology Family Medicine Internal Medicine Benefits Residency Stipends Competitive Salary Sign On/Start Bonus Retirement Savings Plan Employer Match Paid Medical Malpractice Relocation Assistance CME Allowance CONNECT WITH A RECRUITER About Midland Health Midland Health believes the health of a community extends ...
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March is National Nutrition Month, and this year's theme is "fuel for the future "! As the global population continues to grow, the challenge of providing enough nutritious food while minimizing environmental impact becomes increasingly important. Eating more fruits and vegetables is not only good for you but for the environment as well. Although the popularity of eating "plant-based" has grown, this term currently lacks a formal definition in the United States. In the past, plant-based was often u...
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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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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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Midland Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce the addition of state-of-the-art technology to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of lung disorders, including inflammation, infections, or cancer. The technology includes two separate components that include Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS), and Peripheral Lung Navigation (PLN). The primary benefits of EBUS and PLN include the provision of minimally invasive methods for lung biopsies, the ability to biopsy nodules previously inaccessible, and th...
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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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Loop 250 Family Medicine is a clinic focused on your complete primary care needs. If you or your child has a non-life-threatening injury or illness, we're here to help take care of you, offering the convenience of a walk-in clinic with the expertise of an emergency room without the wait.
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For Immediate Release Contact: Adrian Vega Education Partnership of the Permian Basin 432-498-0150 | Cell: 214-288-9188 All 3 Midland/Odessa Hospitals Participating in Reading Initiative MMH joins MCH, ORMC for POWER – Power of Words and Early Reading MIDLAND/ODESSA – POWER is announcing its partnership with all three Midland/Odessa hospitals, beginning January 1, 2021. Midland Memorial Hospital will join previous partners, Medical Center Hospital and O...
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The Lifestyle Medicine Center offers weekly educational classes on various topics related to nutrition, chronic disease, food addiction, stress management, and much more. Each class is $5 and online registration is required. FAQs Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Yes, please bring your printed ticket with you. How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Please call the Lifestyle Medicine Center at (432) 221-5433.
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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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The Lifestyle Medicine Center is now offering weekly educational classes on various topics related to nutrition, chronic disease, food addiction, stress management, and much more. Each class is $5 and online registration is required. FAQs Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? No, you do not need to bring your printed ticket with you. How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Please call the Lifestyle Medicine Center at (432) 221-5433.
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The Lifestyle Medicine Center is now offering weekly educational classes on various topics related to nutrition, chronic disease, food addiction, stress management, and much more. Each class is $5 and online registration is required. FAQs Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? No, you do not need to bring your printed ticket with you. How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Please call the Lifestyle Medicine Center at (432) 221-5433.
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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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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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Below is a list of upcoming cross-community health and wellness events. In September 2015, the Wellness Tour was the beginning of a long-lasting relationship between Midland Health, the city of Midland, Midland College and Midland ISD. Together, we can achieve the goal of making Midland the healthiest community in Texas. This year's Wellness Tour is scheduled for August 10-13. For more information, call (432) 221-4510 or visit www.midlandwellnesstour.com . January 21 | Alzheimer’s Association Workshop M...
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Join us Wednesday, Aug. 10 - Saturday, Aug. 13 for the second annual Wellness Tour, an event promoting health and wellness throughout the entire area of West Texas. Over 30 events will be taking place throughout these four days, encouraging healthy eating habits, exercise, immunizations and much more. View our video at https://youtu.be/TTDv6AkWS0k . To learn more, visit www.midlandwellnesstour.com . Wednesday, Aug. 10: Kick-Off Day Wet 'n' Wild with the Midland Fire Dept. 4 pm. to 7 p.m. at C.J. Kelly P...
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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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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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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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ENT and Allergy of West Texas specializes in common illnesses such as ear and tonsil disease, to allergy and sinus disease, acute and chronic ear disease, disorders of the throat and voice, and diagnosis and management of head and neck cancers. Our providers will see both pediatric and adult patients.
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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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The purpose of Release of Information is to provide copies of patient records to various requesters (i.e. patients, attorneys, insurance companies, etc.) for varied reasons. When writing to obtain copies of records, please provide us with the following information: The patient’s name at treatment Patient’s date of birth Patient’s Social Security number The date(s) of treatment Exact information from the date(s) of treatment Where the information should be sent Purpose of request Sign and date the reques...
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Recognize nurses for excellence in the professional practice of nursing, evidenced by outcomes that achieve superior performance in transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary practice, empirical outcomes, new knowledge, innovations, and improvement. Click on the forms below to nominate outstanding nurses and professionals. Nightingale Award Recognize any professional (clinical or non-clinical) for achieving superior performance in transformational leadership, structural empowerment, ...
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Policies: The following policies apply to all practitioners applying for privileges at Midland Memorial Hospital. Click the links below and log-in to PolicyTech using the following credentials: Username: mmhmd123 Password: mmhmd123 Restraint or Seclusion Policy Medical Staff and Practitioner Code of Conduct HIPAA Section 19 - Medical Staff Obligations and Sanctions Regarding the Confidentiality of PHI Disruptive Behavior Policy EMTALA Education Medical Staff Bylaws Medical Staff Rules and Re...
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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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Kit Bredimus, DNP, RN, CEN, CPEN, CNML, NE-BC, CENP, NEA-BC, FACHE Chief Nursing Officer / Vice President, Nursing Dr. Bredimus has been employed with MMH since 2008. He earned his Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Texas Tech University, his Masters of Science in Nursing degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, and his Bachelors of Science in Nursing degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. Dr. Bredimus presents on the national level through various podium prese...
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Greenwood Health and Wellness Center 1805 S County Rd 1105 Ste D & E Greenwood Shopping Center Midland, TX 79706 Phone: (432) 221-1325
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Each year, we celebrate #HAVhope Friday to raise awareness about the efforts of America's hospitals and health systems in preventing violence. This year, on June 7th, the American Hospital Association (AHA) marks our eighth annual Hospitals Against Violence #HAVhope Friday with a spotlight on the SAVE Act (H.R. 2584/S. 2768), bipartisan legislation aimed at protecting healthcare workers from workplace violence. Did you know that healthcare workers are five times more likely to be victims of workplace vi...
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Midland Health has partnered with the Midland Rape Crisis Center to provide care for women and men of all ages who have been sexually assaulted. The S exual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through Emergency Services. This program is located in a separate area of the emergency room in Midland Memorial Hospital, specifically designed for sensitive, confidential care. The Midland Rape Crisis Center provides advocacy ...
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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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Hope Circle is dedicated to improving the quality of life for those affected by cancer through activity and building community. The program focuses on nutrition, community, and activities that hope to better and extend the lives of participants. See all offered classes and activities at giftsofhopetx.org or call Gifts of Hope at (432) 218-8714. Yoga | One hour of gentle and therapeutic sessions, which focus on relief from uncomfortable side effects and extreme fatigu...
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Loop 250 Family Medicine 3415 N, Loop 250, W Building #4 Midland, Tx 79707 Phone: (432) 221-3300
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We invite you to participate in our upcoming Blood Drive event at Midland Memorial Hospital, where a simple act of donating blood can help save lives. Every drop counts and your contribution can make a significant impact. Walk-ins are always welcome! You can also schedule a donation online at donors.vitalant.org Date: November 3rd Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Location: Midland Memorial Hospital Main Lobby Why Donate? Blood donation is a selfless act that can have a profound impact on those in need. Here ...
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Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common form of dementia, and the risk is real, one in three seniors die with a form of dementia. The National Institutes of Health has spent billions of dollars on Alzheimer's research already. Let’s face reality; when it comes to stopping or reversing Alzheimer's disease, the current success rate is zero. Some experts believe the focus on developing a cure in the form of a single drug is wrong. Alzheimer’s is a complex chronic disease of aging, and a single agent may not...
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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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One in 4 Americans will die of heart disease in the United States. Approximately 1.4 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes every year. Cancer is the second most common cause of death in the United States. Some contributing factors to these statistics include increased portion sizes, lack of physical activity, behavioral related issues, lack of available resources and environmental pollution. Evidently, all of these contribute in some way to the increase in overweight and obese individuals in Ame...
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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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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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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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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 manage 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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With the calendar year approaching its end, we are reminded to reflect on the year gone while hoping to improve our future. It’s time to think about New Year’s resolutions. I want to suggest some simple lifestyle changes that you could consider in your list of resolutions, which could have a significant positive impact on your overall health and quality of life. When we talk about a healthy lifestyle, everyone generally focuses on nutrition and exercise, but there are other important pillars of lifestyl...
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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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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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At 6:11 am, the Midland Fire Department responded to a roof fire at Midland Memorial Hospital. Immediate action was taken to insure patient safety. The campus was secured and patients were evacuated. Due to the coordinated efforts from MFD, MPD and Midland Memorial Hospital no injuries have been reported to patients due to the fire. Three employees did seek medical attention. Currently, patients have been returned to rooms and operations are returning to normal as quickly as possible. If you are se...
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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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