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Our annual Employee Appreciation Week is just one way we celebrate the 9,000+ caregivers dedicated to improving the health of our community through compassionate care, life-changing programs, groundbreaking research and inspired learning. Thank you for all that you do! 👏

Unanswered calls? Texts left on read? If a friend or loved one is ghosting you, it may be a sign of emotional distress. Tyffani Monford Dent, Psy.D., shares tips on how you can respond and what you might do to help. 🫂

A Loved One Ignores Your Calls. Is It Ghosting—or Emotional Distress? Social withdrawal can be a sign of mental distress. Don’t take it personally. Here are ways to respond and what you might do to help.

Ready to enjoy aging—with clear eyes? There's still time to register for tomorrow's Be SimplyWell Health Talk with Edward H. Lee, MD. Find out how we can help treat common conditions like dry eye, cataracts and more. Register for free today: www.metrohealth.org/health-talks.

Power has been restored and all MetroHealth locations are now open. Patients who have questions about their appointments should contact their providers or call 216-696-3876.

Due to the recent storm, please note the following notices for Monday, August 12, at various MetroHealth locations:

Ohio City Health Center:
The pharmacy has reopened and will close today at 5:00PM. The rest of the facility remains closed.

West 150th Health and Surgery Center:
Power has been restored with limited operations. Patients should check with their providers for specific details.

Parma Medical Center:
Power has been restored. All offices are open except for the OR.

The following locations remain closed today:
Ohio City Health Center (including Express Care)
Ohio City Family Dentistry
Brooklyn Health Center
Westlake Health Center
MetroHealth Physical Therapy at West Shore Family YMCA

Appointments at the closed sites are being moved to telehealth or to other locations where feasible. Providers are contacting patients directly to provide updated information.

MetroHealth is working with local utilities to restore power as quickly as possible to all locations. We will provide additional updates as more details become available.

Learn more about current closures, alerts and community resources here: https://www.metrohealth.org/alerts---closure

OXYGEN REFILL STATION - NO SCHEDULING REQUIRED

Brook Park Recreation Center
17400 Holland Rd, Brook Park, OH 44142

Saturday, August 10:
2:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Sunday, August 11:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Learn more about current closures, alerts and community resources here: https://www.metrohealth.org/alerts---closure

Due to the recent storm, please note the following notices for Saturday, August 10, at various MetroHealth locations:

West 150th Health and Surgery Center:
Power has been restored with limited operations. Patients should check with their providers for specific details.

Parma Medical Center:
Power has been restored. All offices are open except for the OR.

Ohio City Health Center:
The pharmacy will reopen for regular business hours on Monday, August 12. The rest of the facility remains closed.

Westlake Lumina:
Will reopen on Monday, August 12.

The following locations remain closed today:
Ohio City Health Center (including Express Care)
Ohio City Family Dentistry
Brooklyn Health Center
Westlake Health Center
MetroHealth Physical Therapy at West Shore Family YMCA

Appointments at the closed sites are being moved to telehealth or to other locations where feasible. Providers are contacting patients directly to provide updated information.

MetroHealth is working with local utilities to restore power as quickly as possible to all locations. We will provide additional updates as more details become available.

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OXYGEN REFILL STATION - NO SCHEDULING REQUIRED
Brook Park Recreation Center
17400 Holland Rd, Brook Park, OH 44142

Saturday, August 10:
2:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Sunday, August 11:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Learn more about current closures, alerts and community resources here: https://www.metrohealth.org/alerts---closure

A statement from the MetroHealth System Board of Trustees:

Board of Trustees Moves Forward with Termination of Dr. Airica Steed The Board of Trustees of the MetroHealth System today voted to terminate its at-will employment relationship with its President & CEO Airica Steed. The termination is effective immediately.“It has become clear that the Board and Dr. Steed fundamentally disagree about the priorities and performance...

Due to the recent storm, please note the following notices for Friday, August 9, at various MetroHealth locations:

West 150th Health and Surgery Center:
Power has been restored with limited operations. The OR and MRI remain closed. Patients should check with their providers for specific details.

The following locations remain closed today:

Ohio City Health Center (including Express Care)
Ohio City Family Dentistry
Brooklyn Health Center
Westlake Health Center
Westlake Lumina
MetroHealth Physical Therapy at West Shore Family YMCA

Appointments at the closed sites are being moved to telehealth or to other locations where feasible. Providers are contacting patients directly to provide updated information.

MetroHealth is working with local utilities to restore power as quickly as possible to all locations. We will provide additional updates as more details become available.

**UPDATE: 8-8-2024 at 11:56AM**

Glenville Health Center has reopened.

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Due to the recent storm, please note the following notices for Thursday, August 8, at various MetroHealth locations:

Parma Health Center:
Power has been restored. All offices are open except for the OR.

West 150th Health and Surgery Center:
Power has been restored with limited operations. Patients should check with their providers for specific details.

The following locations remain closed today:

Ohio City Health Center (including Express Care)
Ohio City Family Dentistry
Brooklyn Health Center
Westlake Health Center
Westlake Lumina
MetroHealth Physical Therapy at West Shore Family YMCA

Appointments at the closed sites are being moved to telehealth or to other locations where feasible. Providers are contacting patients directly to provide updated information.

MetroHealth is working with local utilities to restore power as quickly as possible to all locations. We will provide additional updates as more details become available.

Due to the recent storms and subsequent power outages, we are actively working on reopening a number of locations. Here are updates for August 7, 2024:

Parma Health Center:
Power has been restored. The Pharmacy, Radiology and Lab are open now. The Emergency Department is open. Clinics open at 1 p.m. but the OR and Cardiac Rehab services are closed for the remainder of today.

West 150th Health and Surgery Center:
Power has been restored with limited operations. Patients should check with their providers for specific details.

The following locations remain closed today:

Glenville Health Center
Ohio City Health Center (including Express Care)
Ohio City Family Dentistry
Brooklyn Health Center
Westlake Health Center
Westlake Lumina
MetroHealth Physical Therapy at West Shore Family YMCA

Appointments at the closed sites are being moved to telehealth or to other locations where feasible. Providers are contacting patients directly to provide updated information.

MetroHealth is working with local utilities to restore power as quickly as possible to all locations. We will provide additional updates as more details become available.

**Update: 8/7/24 at 9:55AM**

The following locations are closed today due to power outages:

Parma Medical Center (Emergency Department is open)
Brooklyn Health Center
Ohio City Health Center
Ohio City Family Dentistry
Westlake Health Center
Westlake Lumina
MetroHealth Physical Therapy at West Shore Family YMCA
West 150th Health and Surgery Center (Closed this morning)

Appointments at the closed sites are being moved to telehealth or to other locations where feasible. Providers are reaching out to patients directly to provide updated information. MetroHealth is working with local utilities to restore power as quickly as possible to all locations. We will provide additional updates as more details become available.

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Power outage notice: The Parma Medical Center is closed today due to power outages. Patient appointments will be rescheduled to telehealth. Patients will be hearing from providers on next steps. We will share updates as we get them.

Give your child a healthy start with these back to school basics. 📚

Back to School Basics | MetroHealth Be SimplyWell Don’t forget to schedule your child’s well care visit — the best way to prevent illness, track growth and development and discuss any concerns as a team. Call 216-778-2222 to schedule an appointment, or find a pediatric provider near you. Give Your Student a Healthy Start Another summer has fl...

We all experience pain differently. That's why the caregivers at our Pain and Healing Center use a multidisciplinary, comprehensive and holistic approach to developing treatment plans that are specially designed for you. Book an appointment with a top-rated caregiver today: https://www.metrohealth.org/pain-and-healing-center

The 54th Annual Cleveland Puerto Rican Parade and Expo continues today at our main campus! Please remember that this morning's parade route will temporarily affect traffic routes. See where: https://puertoricanparade.org/parade.html

Today we're looking back at last month's celebration of families that had graduated from MetroHealth's Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP). ☀️

The Nurse-Family Partnership is a program designed to help first-time moms receive access to the healthcare and resources they need for their child through regular home visits from NFP nurses and social workers.

Learn more about the Nurse-Family Partnership here:
https://metrohealth.me/3oc4Sac

As the mental health crisis continues in our community and throughout the nation, we understand the need to reach everyone with education about how to help one another. That's why the MetroHealth Institute for H.O.P.E. Opportunity Center at Vía Sana hosted a Mental Health First Aid Training Course in Spanish for members of the Hispanic community.

The course, coordinated by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI Greater Cleveland), aimed to teach the more than 30 participants how to recognize when someone may be experiencing a mental health crisis and what to do to help.

Like CPR, the Mental Health First Aid Training is designed for everyone regardless of education level or professional experience. Participants are taught to be good listeners and the importance of avoiding stigmatizing words, which could deter those in need from seeking help.

MetroHealth Patient Navigator Yosmar Sanchez provides health and social service information and support to members of Cleveland’s Spanish-speaking community. He said the Mental Health First Aid Training provided valuable skills for his work.

“I love this job and helping people,” Yosmar said. “I believe the community needs to talk more about mental health.”

Learn more about the Institute for H.O.P.E here: https://www.metrohealth.org/institute-for-hope

Our partnership with Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) is helping ensure CMSD students, families and school staff start the school year healthy.

Ready for back to school? CMSD partners with MetroHealth As CMSD students and parents prepare to go back to school, MetroHealth is encouraging parents to stay on top of their children's health.

Nationwide, midwives are making a comeback, appealing to many women seeking holistic, whole-life care. Is having one right for you? https://besimplywell.org/is-a-midwife-right-for-you/

Is a Midwife Right For You? | MetroHealth Be SimplyWell Midwives deliver babies, sure — but that’s not all they do. A certified nurse midwife (CNM) cares for women at all stages of life, including pregnancy. Learn more about midwives at MetroHealth. Contributed by: Amy L. Lowell, APRN-CNM | Obstetrics and Gynecology | Director of Midwifery Nationwide...

We are proud to celebrate our area's rich diversity as presenting sponsor of the Cleveland Puerto Rican Parade and Cultural, which will take place this Saturday and Sunday at Quad Park on our Main Campus. The two-day, free expo will feature activities for the entire family, including local food vendors and artisans, live performances and community resources.

Learn more: https://metrohealth.me/3OxFN3Z

If you're 50 or older, look at this! 👀

Join Edward H. Lee, MD, for a discussion on how we can help treat common eye conditions like dry eye, cataracts and glaucoma. Register today: www.metrohealth.org/health-talks.

Ensuring you receive the best price for prescriptions and over-the-counter medications is just one of 🔟 reasons to use to our pharmacies. Learn more:

10 Reasons to Use MetroHealth’s Pharmacy | MetroHealth Be SimplyWell MetroHealth pharmacies offer more savings, convenience, and pharmacists who care! Here are some reasons to use MetroHealth pharmacies for all of your medication needs: 1 We ensure you receive the best price for your prescriptions and over-the-counter medications. 2 Your prescriptions are listed in M...

Severe menstrual pain doesn't have to limit your life. If you're looking for relief, providers from our Center for Advanced Gynecology can help. Book an appointment with a top-rated caregiver today: https://www.metrohealth.org/obgyn

Our award-winning maternal health team is expanding. We are proud to announce the launch of a new midwifery program to serve patients seeking care during pregnancy as well as ongoing gynecologic care through every stage of life.

This month, MetroHealth’s team of Certified Nurse Midwives will begin seeing patients in outpatient appointments for pre-natal checkups and women’s wellness exams at Cleveland Heights Medical Center and Brooklyn Health Center. They will also provide inpatient care and attend births at MetroHealth’s new state-of-the-art Birthing Center on its Main Campus in Cleveland.

Learn more here:

MetroHealth Adds Midwifery to its Award-Winning Maternal Health Team The MetroHealth System announced the launch of a new midwifery program to serve patients seeking care during pregnancy as well as ongoing gynecologic care through every stage of life.This month, MetroHealth’s team of Certified Nurse Midwives (CNM) will begin seeing patients in outpatient appointme...

Dealing with longer days and hotter temperatures while pregnant can be a challenge, but Maureen Suster, MD, has some tips on staying cool for moms-to-be. ☀️

Surviving the Summer While Pregnant | MetroHealth Be SimplyWell MetroHealth OB-GYNs are available throughout the community including Brecksville, Cleveland Heights, Parma and Westlake. For more information, or for a complete list of providers, visit metrohealth.org/obgyn. To schedule an appointment, call 216-778-4444. If you’re pregnant, you may not be looking...

Thousands of athletes from around the world arrived in Cleveland for the 2024 Pan-American Masters Games, and our caregivers are on the front lines (and sidelines) ensuring the competitors stay healthy.

The MetroHealth Events Medicine and Sports Medicine teams collaborated with Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals to provide medical coverage for the event. Representing 70 nationalities, Masters athletes are designated as 30 years or older, with some competitors being over 100 years of age.

The Events Medicine team is no stranger to providing care for major events. In addition to several smaller community events, the team provided care at Cuyahoga Valley National Park's total solar eclipse celebration and the Cleveland Juneteenth Freedom Fest. The team will also be at the upcoming Cleveland National Air Show starting August 31.

Whether you consider yourself an elite athlete or someone who just wants to live a healthier life, our Sports Medicine team can help you with your fitness journey. Learn more about our services here: https://www.metrohealth.org/orthopaedics/sports-medicine

U.S. News & World Report has once again ranked the MetroHealth Rehabilitation Institute as one of the best in nation for the care of patients recovering from complex conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury and traumatic spinal cord injury.

Learn more: https://news.metrohealth.org/us-news-ranks-metrohealths-rehabilitation-institute-among-the-best-in-nation/