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Showing 7 articles from May 12, 2016.

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End-of-life Care Is Trending Upward

This palliative care specialist says many patients who could have benefited from end-of-life care and planning failed to receive it.

Enjoying the Fruits of Robotic Labors

While he may use robotics in surgery, Chris Welsch, MD, is far from robotic in caring for his patients.

Public Health Working to Prevent the Spread of Measles

NASHVILLE - The Tennessee Department of Health along with the Shelby County Health Department continued work during the final days of April to stem the spread of measles in the West Tennessee area. TDH and SCHD initially reported two cases of the disease in Shelby County; as of April 25, the case ...

Scribes Can Increase Physician Focus on Patients

Utilizing a medical scribe can help physicians see more patients while spending less time charting.

The Jackson Clinic Announces Addition of New Psychiatrist

JACKSON - The Jackson Clinic recently added Dr. David S. Helm to their Psychiatry Department.

Helm completed his undergraduate degree at Western Kentucky, Bowling Green, KY. He received his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY. Dr. Helm com ...

Treating Symptoms of Menopause Presents Added Challenges

Two West Tennessee experts say the treatment process of menopause may present the additional challenge of overcoming patient misconceptions.

West Tennessee Healthcare Announces James Ross Interim CEO

JACKSON - West Tennessee Healthcare announces James Ross as its Interim President & Chief Executive Officer. The West Tennessee Healthcare Board of Trustees approved a resolution appointing Ross to the interim position during the April board meeting. He fills the vacancy left b ...