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Ask a Doctor: Your Questions About Meniscus Tears Answered
Read Time: 2 Minutes Three Things to Know Symptoms of a torn meniscus vary but commonly include pain, the sensation of something being stuck in the knee, locking or catching of the knee, and pain when twisting or turning. Meniscus tears can be categorized into traumatic tears (often related to sports and similar activities) and degenerative tears (which develop over ...
Beyond the Stethoscope: Providers Share Their Talents
Read Time: 5 Minutes Three Things to Know Outside of work, Phelps Health doctors and providers have several hobbies, from hunting and gardening to making music and working with student athletes. Phelps Health physicians and healthcare providers use their hobbies and interests to bond with their patients. Phelps Health providers find that many of their passions have connections to health ...
Never a Dull Moment: Meet Volunteer Julie Schmidt
Read Time: 4 Minutes Three Things to Know Phelps Health volunteer Julie Schmidt's personal experiences with health challenges make her passionate about making everyone feel welcome at the hospital. Julie enjoys a wide range of volunteer tasks, from organizing events to helping patients and working behind the scenes. Julie encourages others to consider volunteering at Phelps Health, highlighting the flexibility ...
Simple Steps to Reduce Your Fall Risk
Read Time: 2 Minutes National Rehabilitation Awareness Week is observed the third week of September each year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than one out of four older people falls each year, but less than half tell their doctor. Falling once doubles your chance of falling again. Thankfully, falls can be prevented. Physical Therapist ...
Sheila's Story: Navigating Life and a Diabetes Diagnosis at Age 50
Read Time: 5 Minutes Three Things to Know Rolla resident Sheila Roylance battled unexplained health problems for 2 years, prior to her type 2 diabetes diagnosis. Sheila was referred to the Phelps Health Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support program by her primary care provider, Dr. Chad Vail. After completing the program with Diabetes Care and Education Specialist Kim Richardson, BSN ...
7 Sobering Facts About Alcohol’s Link to Cancer
Read Time: 3 Minutes Three Things to Know Alcohol has been linked to breast, colorectal, esophagus, liver, mouth, throat and larynx cancers. Alcohol can damage the DNA in your cells and prevent the body from repairing the cells, which can lead to cells growing out of control. The best way to reduce your risk of cancer is not to drink ...
Polished Diabetes Program Puts Retired Officer on the Right Track
Read Time: 6 Minutes Three Things to Know In April 2023, Mike O’Brien was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. A Google search led Mike to the Phelps Health Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) program. Thanks to the educational diabetes program, Mike’s new primary care provider and his positive attitude, the retired police officer is feeling better than ever. Last ...
Annie Bass Honored as Trustee of the Year
Read Time: 1 Minute JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Annie Bass, Board Chair of Phelps Health in Rolla, has been honored by the Missouri Hospital Association as Trustee of the Year. Bass was presented the award on Thursday, November 2, at MHA’s 101st Annual Convention in St. Louis. “Annie Bass is the right person at the right time for Phelps Health,” ...
Phelps Health’s 13th Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive Helps GRACE Families
Read Time: 1 Minute Phelps Health is partnering with GRACE (Greater Rolla Area Charitable Enterprise) this fall to provide holiday meals to families in need. Phelps Health employees and volunteers were encouraged to donate nonperishable food items and/or donate money to purchase turkeys during the 13th annual “Basket of Thanksgiving” food drive, held October 10 through November 7, 2023. A ...
Phelps Health and KeyCare Partner to Offer Video Visits
Read Time: 3 Minutes Three Things to Know With KeyCare video visits, people can access on demand care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in all 50 states plus the District of Columbia. KeyCare video visits are for patients who need to be seen when their Phelps Health provider is not available. KeyCare provides care for conditions appropriate ...