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The importance of the primary care physician
The Southwestern Health Resources (SWHR) clinically integrated network is built around the critical role of the primary care…
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Heidi Chanthamany: building community, embracing diversity
As a first-generation Cuban American growing up in Miami, Heidi Chanthamany found doctors in her neighborhood were well-versed…
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Donnell Rodgers: Love for family, job and a little ‘retail therapy’ make for a rich life
Donnell Rodgers works as a Desktop Support Specialist with Southwestern Health Resources, focused on turning employees'…
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Courtney Holcomb: Pursuing scalable solutions
Lean Six Sigma (LSS) provides a structured method of achieving results that create value and reduce burdens through business…
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Allison Stankey: leading with empathy
Full-time physician relationship manager (PRM) and part-time stage actress, Allison Stankey brings a range of emotions to her…
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Top-rated physicians share best practices for patient engagement
Patient experience is a top priority for Southwestern Health Resources (SWHR) because it is a key step in moving toward patient…
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Osteoporosis: What it is and how to get tested
Osteoporosis is a disease that occurs when the body loses too much bone density, increasing the risk of a fracture (broken bone…
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Osteoporosis: Who is at risk and how to prevent it
Many people have experienced a broken bone (fracture) in their lives. Usually, the bone heals, and you get back to your life…
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Physician has a passion for prevention and changing mindsets
Iram Hamdard, MD, is passionate about preventive medicine. It's a philosophy that guides her approach to patient care, and she…
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Why you need to take your medications as prescribed — and how to stay on track
Medications help manage health conditions and diseases, improve quality of life and may even be lifesaving. But millions of…
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Manage stress to lower blood pressure
You can learn to cope with stress in healthy ways. Better stress management can help you control hypertension.
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Managing hypertension with food
Focus on small, heart-healthy changes to your eating plan, and you can make a positive difference in your health.
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Colorectal cancer screenings: Know all your options
Talk with your doctor about colorectal cancer screening. Together, you can decide which colorectal cancer test is right for you.
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Heart disease risk in Black Americans
Heart disease and stroke are leading causes of death among all Americans. But for Black Americans, the risk is even higher.
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Cervical cancer risk factors: Know your risk
Cervical cancer affects thousands of women each year. But you can take steps to reduce your risk of getting it. Certain things…
