“Gratitude for Grandparents”
A three-pound baby entered the world in recent days. This precious child was born after his Mom spent seven weeks in the hospital on...
“Looking out for all of you”
Recently, while visiting from out of state, my father had a “health hiccup.” As we navigated getting this problem investigated and addressed, he was...
Prostate Cancer: Know Your Options
Over my 30 year career as a cancer physician I have witnessed firsthand the tremendous progress in treating cancer patients. There continues to be...
“The vital role that women play in men’s health”
A hug when I come home after a long day. A smile that melts my heart. A song and a dance that are spontaneous...
The Medicare Open Enrollment period has begun!
The Medicare Open Enrollment period has begun! Each year from October 15 to December 7 Medicare beneficiaries may compare plans and make changes in...
Germ theory, antibiotics, and our 21st century challenge
As a lover of the history of science and medicine, one of my favorite topics to read and learn about is the discovery of...
Caring for the Caregiver
Every day in the clinic or hospital I meet extraordinary caregivers. They are the ones who have gone above and beyond the call of...
Kids in crisis
It’s tempting to blame the pandemic for the dizzying rates of mental health concerns among American teens. We are all familiar with the impact...
HRMF names new Director of Foundation
Hutchinson native Jessica Flax has been named Director for the Hutchinson Regional Medical Foundation (HRMF), a multi-million-dollar fund established soon after the opening of...
Sniff, sniff, sniff. That darned runny nose.
When your nose runs, although it may not slow you down, it can be annoying. This time of year it’s difficult to know if...