For those of us who struggle with sleep quality during a normal night, losing an extra hour of sleep because of “Spring Forward” can feel like a blow. Fortunately, it usually only takes…
In September 2023, on the Sunday night before Labor Day, Robert Reynolds woke up with a strange sensation. A sudden squeezing pain moved up his chest and settled into the base of his spine. He jumped out of bed and…
When Springfield-based Memorial Health senior project manager Chris Wiedel was tasked to help bring cardiac electrophysiologist Bernard Lim, MD, to Memorial Specialty Care at Decatur Memorial Hospital, he never thought Dr. Lim would soon improve his own personal cardiac health.…
The heart is a complex organ, which needs to function at an optimum level for you to feel your best. Fortunately, there are specialized healthcare providers devoted to different aspects of heart health and heart care. Cardiologist: A general cardiologist…
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) occurs when the heart’s upper chambers beat irregularly and often rapidly, upsetting the normal flow of blood. Some people with AFib do not experience any symptoms, but others may feel noticeable physical changes. “Think of AFib as…
Robin Lane felt poorly throughout most of 2023. Severe abdominal pain coupled with diverticulitis kept the 57-year-old Petersburg resident at home, and eventually she became unable to eat solid food. After difficulty finding a provider who could help, her primary…
For people dealing with the discomfort of a hernia, modern technology makes the surgical solution an easier decision. “Smaller incisions, faster procedures and shorter recovery times are just a few of the benefits of robotic hernia repair,” said Mohammad Torabi,…
The fresh air and sunshine is intoxicating this spring season, but all the growing things can lead to allergies in children as they rush to play outside in the warmer weather. Allergies most often begin to appear in children between…
February is Heart Health Month, and the cardiac patient stories can be dramatic. A patient may go in with chest pain and is diagnosed with nearly 100% blockage in one or more arteries. A heart attack is a frightening medical…
You cannot miss Trishon Anderson’s enthusiasm for her work at Memorial Health. The 27-year-old recently celebrated her two-year work anniversary, and she is just as excited now about interacting with patients as she was when she started. The go-getter works…