Vim & Vigor - Spring 2012 - North Mississippi - (Page 1)

CONTENTS SPECIAL You’ve Come a Long Way, Baby Parents share stories about how Le Bonheur Outreach Clinic is a welcome addition to NMMC’s campus. FEATURES 24 34 36 40 43 50 51 53 Perfect Attendance Before you write off rehabilitation therapy, be sure you understand its purpose and what to expect. Lean on Me Hearing that your spouse has prostate cancer can be perplexing. But you can get through it—together. Intimidated by the Gym? Don’t let fear keep you from exercising. We shed light on common reasons people fear the gym. What Is Your Volunteer Style? Take this quiz to learn which hospital volunteer jobs are most likely to fit your personality type and skill set. A Prescription for Relief When you live with chronic pain, getting the right treatment is essential. Here’s where to start. Get Heart Healthy! NMMC Wellness Centers throughout the region are here to help you get fit. Growing Stronger NMMC’s Family Medicine Residency Program has expanded its facility and is adding more residents to its roster. The Doctor Will See You Now Fourteen physicians joined our healthcare organization in the past year. 49 DEPARTMENTS 2 Opening Thoughts Learn what to take into consideration when selecting cardiac care. 46 Virtual Health Get the inside scoop on apps, technology and online resources for better health. 56 Catch the Spirit Girls’ Night Out attendees let their true “purseonalities” shine at the annual Spirit of Women event. 4 6 8 10 16 20 Building Healthier Hearts Congestive heart failure patients benefit from North Mississippi Medical Center’s new simulation lab. Young at Heart Retiree says heart procedure at NMMC makes him feel like a teenager again. Caring for the Little Ones This heartwarming story about an NMMC Women’s Hospital neonatal patient will tug at your heartstrings. Get Real Bad boy or overachiever? When it comes to heart health, which reality TV personality are you most like? How Far We’ve Come Take a look at recent advances in women’s healthcare—and what’s on the horizon. Patient Survival Guide With the right resources and good information, you can improve the way you experience healthcare. COVER PHOTO BY ROB KIM/GETTY IMAGES ON THE COVER 28 Vim & Vigor · SPRI NG 2012 Jennifer Hudson, Grammy-winning recording artist, Oscar-winning actress and Weight Watchers spokeswoman, shed more than 80 pounds after the birth of her son. Learn the secrets to her success. 1

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Vim & Vigor - Spring 2012 - North Mississippi

Vim & Vigor - Spring 2012 - North Mississippi
Opening Thoughts
Building Healthier Hearts
Young at Heart
Caring for the Little Ones
Get Real
How Far We’ve Come
Patient Survival Guide
Perfect Attendance
Jennifer Hudson, Grammy-winning recording artist
Lean on Me
Intimidated by the Gym?
What Is Your Volunteer Style?
A Prescription for Relief
Virtual Health
SPECIAL You’ve Come a Long Way, Baby
Get Heart Healthy!
Growing Stronger
The Doctor Will See You Now
Catch the Spirit

Vim & Vigor - Spring 2012 - North Mississippi