Q & A: Patient Surveys
Oaklawn partners with Press Ganey, a health care company that develops patient satisfaction surveys, to gather patient feedback and improve patient experience, safety, and quality. More than 41,000 healthcare facilities work with Press Ganey and their team of renowned healthcare... Read More: Q & A: Patient Surveys
World Ostomy Day - October 2, 2024
What is an ostomy? An ostomy causes a change in the way urine or stool exits the body following a surgical procedure. Bodily waste is rerouted from its usual path due to malfunctioning of either the urinary or digestive systems.... Read More: World Ostomy Day - October 2, 2024
Keeping PACE – Enjoy the Fall without the falls
Written By Ryan Miller, Senior Care Partners PACE The Fall season in Michigan is beautiful. The colors on the trees are changing. The smell of pumpkin spice is in the area. This month we are talking about another type of... Read More: Keeping PACE – Enjoy the Fall without the falls
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) - Save a Life, Save a Limb
Peripheral artery disease, or PAD, is a common circulation problem where buildup in arteries leads to reduced blood flow to toes and legs. Who is at RISK? Anyone over the age of 50 with diabetes People who are obese People... Read More: Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) - Save a Life, Save a Limb
May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month
Skin is the largest organ in the body. Skin cancer is the cancer you can SEE. Skin cancer is America’s most common cancer. Fortunately, skin cancer is also one of the most preventable cancers. It is estimated that one in... Read More: May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month
Speech and Language Disorders Common in Children
Welcome to May, a month dedicated to honoring the significance of all forms of communication and hearing in our everyday lives! Better Speech and Hearing Month serves as a reminder of the vital role that speech, language, and hearing play... Read More: Speech and Language Disorders Common in Children
Communication and Swallowing Disorders Common in Adults
With speech, language, and swallowing disorders common in adults following stroke, head and neck cancer, and a variety of other illnesses and injuries, Oaklawn’s speech-language pathologists encourage residents to learn the signs—and seek an evaluation—if they have concerns about themselves... Read More: Communication and Swallowing Disorders Common in Adults
Our Wound Care Nurses Rock!
Nurse Cindy started her nursing career in 1990 after graduating from Indiana University. Cindy started as an orthopedic floor nurse and practiced for 10 years in public health in Indianapolis. Cindy has 20 years of experience in home care and... Read More: Our Wound Care Nurses Rock!
Step Up Your Foot Care Game
Caring for your feet: Wash your feet daily with soap and water. Pat your feet dry and be sure to dry the skin between your toes. Keep your feet moisturized. Put lotion on the tops and bottoms of your feet,... Read More: Step Up Your Foot Care Game
Lymphedema and Wound Care
What is Lymphedema? Lymphedema is swelling due to build-up of lymph fluid in the body. Lymph nodes act like a drain in your sink. If the drain is clogged, the fluid cannot drain. It usually occurs in the arms or... Read More: Lymphedema and Wound Care