Patients, families and caregivers celebrated a new grant from Hyundai Hope on Wheels.
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Many of the teens learned stronger communication skills and came away with a new sense of purpose after the eight-week program at USA Health hospitals.
Candice Powers will support HFMA chapter presidents in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee by helping chapters meet association requirements, strengthen leadership, address member needs and maintain high-quality programming throughout the region.
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The addition of Mobile Heart Specialists further strengthens USA Health's comprehensive heart and vascular program by expanding access to specialized cardiovascular expertise and enhances collaboration across the region's only academic health system.
His leadership roles include serving as director of the NOWS Care Program at Children's & Women's Hospital and assistant director of the Pediatric Residency POCUS Program, an initiative that focuses on point-of-care ultrasound training for new physicians.
“For patients whose surgical and medical history limits traditional treatment options, this approach can provide a safe, effective alternative,” said cardiothoracic surgeon Parker Mullen, M.D. “It’s exciting to bring this to our region and expand access to innovative cardiothoracic care close to home.”
In addition to patient care, Flaxman is passionate about medical education and looks forward to teaching the next generation of physicians at the Whiddon College of Medicine.
The slow-paced painting class encouraged participants to work at their own comfort level while expressing themselves creatively in a judgment-free environment.
Research shows music therapy can improve a child’s hospital experiences by reducing anxiety, pain, and emotional distress while supporting coping and family engagement.
"We're proud to be recognized today, but we're even more focused on tomorrow," said Rick Metzger, CEO of USA Health Providence Hospital. "We'll continue investing in our people, expanding access to advanced care, embracing innovation and strengthening our partnerships.”
A graduate of the University of South Alabama, he previously worked as a photojournalist in television news where he was named 2019 Photojournalist of the Year by the Alabama Broadcasters Association.
For every Blizzard sold at the Saraland Dairy Queen on July 30, the restaurant will donate an additional Blizzard to a hospitalized child, bringing a little extra joy to patients and their families.
