Longtime local gynecologist Travis Terrell, M.D., joins Oaklawn office
MARSHALL – When asked how he got his start in medicine, Travis Terrell doesn’t hesitate to credit his family’s influence. “My mother was a nurse, and she had a lot of medical books around,” the longtime Ceresco resident said. “When... Read More: Longtime local gynecologist Travis Terrell, M.D., joins Oaklawn office
November is Diabetes Awareness Month
November has been designated for diabetes awareness since 1975, according to the American Diabetes Association or ADA. For more than 40 years, November has served as a time where healthcare organizations, people with diabetes, healthcare providers, caregivers, family and friends... Read More: November is Diabetes Awareness Month
Pediatric Therapy clinic relocates during Ricketson Medical Building construction
MARSHALL — Services provided by Oaklawn Pediatric Therapy will move temporarily from their usual location at the Ricketson Medical Building, 103 E. Mansion St., as new construction work gets under way to expand therapeutic services there. The temporary relocation is... Read More: Pediatric Therapy clinic relocates during Ricketson Medical Building construction
What are PE Tubes?
Pressure equalization tubes are commonly called PE tubes but are also known as myringotomy tubes, tympanostomy tubes and ventilating tubes. They are tiny hollow tubes or cylinders made of a soft material and inserted into your ear drum surgically. Why... Read More: What are PE Tubes?
Family medicine with obstetrics physician Marie Brown, M.D., joins Oaklawn
MARSHALL — It seemed that the medical field was all around Marie Brown as she was growing up in the Jackson County community of Clarklake, “I come from a family of pharmacists,” she said. “My brother is a fourth-generation pharmacist... Read More: Family medicine with obstetrics physician Marie Brown, M.D., joins Oaklawn
Family medicine with obstetrics physician Kaitlyn Hite, M.D., joins Oaklawn
MARSHALL — One day when Kaitlyn Hite was 6 years old, she drew a picture of herself as a doctor. That youthful artistic exercise turned out to have been insightful — even prophetic. Today Hite is a physician, focusing on... Read More: Family medicine with obstetrics physician Kaitlyn Hite, M.D., joins Oaklawn
What is Vestibular Rehabilitation?
Vestibular rehabilitation is a type of exercise-based treatment in physical therapy that addresses all forms of dizziness for all ages. Physical Therapists are able to assess whether a person is appropriate for rehabilitation for dizziness, or if it appears to... Read More: What is Vestibular Rehabilitation?
Oaklawn among 18 Michigan hospitals to receive highest federal ranking
MARSHALL – Oaklawn is one of 18 hospitals and health systems in Michigan and 429 such institutions nationwide to earn five stars – the highest possible – in the latest ranking from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).... Read More: Oaklawn among 18 Michigan hospitals to receive highest federal ranking
Tinnitus Q&A with Lori Kopulos, PA-C
What is tinnitus? The perception of hearing a sound in one or both ears in the absence of an outside source. It may be continuous or intermittent and vary in loudness. It typically worsens when the background noise is low.... Read More: Tinnitus Q&A with Lori Kopulos, PA-C
Oaklawn Opens Obstetrical Emergency Department with Labor and Delivery Leader Ob Hospitalist Group
OB hospitalist program aims to improve maternal and infant health outcomes and reduce delays in care through 24/7 onsite OB-GYN coverage Marshall, MI – Oaklawn and Ob Hospitalist Group (OBHG) today announced a joint-partnership to provide women at all stages... Read More: Oaklawn Opens Obstetrical Emergency Department with Labor and Delivery Leader Ob Hospitalist Group