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Read Time: 2 Minutes Three Things to Know Phelps Health now offers Inspire®, a new treatment for sleep apnea for people who struggle with CPAP machines. Inspire® is an implant and remote system that gently opens the airway during sleep. This FDA-approved treatment can improve sleep quality and reduce sleep apnea events. Phelps Health is now offering Inspire® therapy, a ...

Read Time: 5 Minutes Three Things to Know Contrary to popular belief, women are just as likely as men to die from heart disease. Heart disease symptoms in women may be less obvious than in men, and can include fatigue, extreme sweating, and upper neck, back and jaw pain. Women can reduce their heart disease risk by exercising, eating healthy ...

Read Time: 5 Minutes Three Things to Know Beth Morris struggled with debilitating hip pain for years, before making the decision to have a hip replacement surgery at Phelps Health. After her procedure, Beth’s pain has significantly lessened and she’s looking forward to spending more time with her grandkids. Beth is thankful for the care she’s received at Phelps Health ...

Read Time: 4 Minutes Three Things to Know After moving from Chicago, Sheldra Thomas carefully did her homework before landing on a healthcare provider. Following an angina diagnosis, she receives collaborative cardiology care from Tim Martin, MD, FACC, and Steven Ballard, ANP-BC. Sheldra praises the care coordination made possible, in part, through the Phelps Health MyChart app. As a Chicago ...

Read Time: 4 Minutes Three Things to Know Last September, after battling severe stomach issues, Courtney Barton first visited the Phelps Health Emergency Department. After running different tests, her care team determined she had a small bowel obstruction, along with ovarian cysts. After a successful operation, Courtney is getting back to eating a more normal diet. She is thankful for ...

Read Time: 3 Minutes Three Things to Know Rolla resident Lindsey Bartholomew recently used KeyCare for a video doctor’s visit, when she was home sick with the flu. Through the MyChart app, Lindsey was able to visit with a doctor from the comfort of her own bed. Her KeyCare physician determined that she had the flu and prescribed an antiviral ...

Do you ever wonder what’s going on inside your healthcare provider’s mind? We were curious, so we asked them. Two Phelps Health providers shared the top 10 things they want you to know, so you can take charge of your health and get the most out of your appointments. Read Time: 4 Minutes 1. Go ahead. Ask questions. Phelps Health ...

What are superfoods and why should we eat them? Superfoods are foods that offer maximum nutritional benefits for minimal calories. These foods typically contain a high volume of the following: Minerals: These essential nutrients, such as calcium, potassium and iron, help your body perform at its highest level. Vitamins: If possible, getting these organic compounds from natural foods – like ...

Summer Program Allows High School Students to Experience Healthcare Firsthand Read Time: 4 Minutes Courtney Harrop, a patient transfer coordinator at Phelps Health, always dreamed of working in healthcare. “My grandmother told me about her being a ‘candy striper’ when she was my age, 15 or 16 at the time,” Courtney said. A candy striper was a term used to ...

Read Time: 3 Minutes Three Things to Know Phelps Health now offers 24/7 care for STEMI heart attacks, the most severe kind of heart attack. Previously, residents in the area had to travel up to 2 hours for this type of care, delaying treatment and potentially causing more damage. This new program provides quicker diagnosis and treatment, improving patient outcomes ...