Prisma Health Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital

Our staff participates in many community-based advocacy efforts on behalf of persons suffering with brain injuries and/or stroke. We are proud to provide education about the field of neurorehabilitation and what that looks like in practice, including our recent presentation on Interdisciplinary Neurorehabilitation for the Occupational Therapy program at . Thanks to our team members pictured here: Patrick Beam, Physical Therapist; Amy Geddes, Occupational Therapist; and, Barry Floyd, Speech Language Pathologist!

Every year on July 26th, National Disability Independence Day recognizes the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Prisma Health Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital is proud to offer programs and support to patients facing disabilities from stroke, traumatic brain injury, amputation, movement disorders, and more. Learn more online by tapping the link below!
https://prismahealth.org/locations/hospitals/roger-c-peace-rehabilitation-hospital/programs-and-support

***UPDATE: UCAN CYCLING Participants/Volunteers-

Unfortunately, due to heavy rain this morning, and scattered showers/thunderstorms later this afternoon and evening, we have cancelled today’s ride.

With the trail being wet, and storms/rain predicted, we do not want to risk potential injury on any one of our participants, volunteers, and/or staff.

We apologize greatly and will plan to meet next on August 8th at our regular location.

Please share with anyone you know who initially planned on attending to help spread the word on the cancellation.

If you plan to attend on the 8th, please email Conner Magar, individually, so that you are confirmed on the roster.

Thanks for everyone’s understanding.
-UCAN/RT Staff

What is Amp’d Up? It’s a community for individuals with amputations to get together and socialize! Join our group and enjoy activities like swimming, outdoor yard games, educational cooking classes, self defense, and more! Reach out to Bailey for more information! [email protected]

Kaleb Braun always knew he would pursue some form of medical care as a career, but an unexpected trip to the hospital for an emergency appendectomy solidified his plans to become a physician assistant.

In June, Kaleb went to the Baptist Parkridge Emergency Department after suffering all night from a bad stomachache. He later had an emergency appendectomy. After the care he received from his “excellent, compassionate, calming medical team,” he said, “I could tell this is something I want to do. I learned a lot about how to treat a patient from being a patient.”

Kaleb’s dad wrote a letter to the team thanking them for the great medical care but also for being “friendly, responsible, professional” and for “the authentic concern, support and encouragement they provided.”

“He is only 18; this was his first time obtaining medical emergency help on his own,” Daniel Braun said. “The staff did an amazing job by not only immediately recognizing the severity of the situation but also identifying his nervousness … they calmed him and provided reassurance.”

When the nurses learned about Kaleb’s intention to pursue a career as a physician’s assistant, they provided him guidance and contact information for shadowing and volunteer opportunities.

Daniel wrote, “EVERY staff member we interacted with – from Security and the front counter staff to the surgical and recovery team – provided continuous reassurance, clear and concise information on a level that a young adult could understand, and all-around genuine excellence in medical care.”

Kaleb recently graduated high school and is part of the University of South Carolina–Midlands Tech Bridge Program. In two years, he hopes to transfer to the College of Charleston’s medical program.

Acute care nurse Disney Cuddington said, “Learning from Kaleb's parents that he had an interest in entering the medical field gave me such joy! Our field is always in need of kind, passionate individuals with good hearts, something I knew right away about Kaleb. He was in pain and nervous about what was going on, but he was still grateful to staff.”

She added, “Our jobs are tough. We see terrible things too often, and the community can rarely understand. Hearing how our care positively impacted Kaleb and solidified his desire to join our field brings great satisfaction to me – and we will count that as a big win!”

Our family-centered care focuses on each child's inherent strengths while addressing weaknesses. We believe caregivers are an essential part of a child's therapy and ability to reach goals. At Prisma Health Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital, our pediatric physical, speech, occupational, and recreational therapists evaluate and provide treatment to infants, children, and young adults with a wide variety of diagnoses, including:
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Autism
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Gross and fine motor delay
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Feeding problems
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Delayed speech and language acquisition
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Sensory processing disorder
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Genetic disorders
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Torticollis/plagiocephaly
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Orthotic intervention provided by pediatric specialists in the Prisma Health Center for Prosthetics & Orthotics
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Questions? Give us a call at 864-455-8788.

Prisma Health is back in-network for UnitedHealthcare.

We are pleased to share that Prisma Health and UnitedHealthcare (United) have reached a new multi-year agreement. The new agreement ensures that, effective immediately, Prisma Health hospitals, physician practices and other health care services are now in-network for all United Commercial and Medicare Advantage health insurance plans.

Thank you for trusting Prisma Health with your health care needs. You have choices when it comes to your care, and we are honored to be able to serve you. https://prismahealth.org/patients-and-guests/news/prisma-health-and-unitedhealthcare-reach-agreement

Dysphagia - difficulty in swallowing - can affect anyone, but occurs most often in the elderly. It has a range of causes from stroke to traumatic head or spinal cord injury to intubation. Also, people with neurologic diseases like Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis can experience dysphagia. The Adult Swallowing Disorders Program at Prisma Health Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital is here to help. Services include evaluation and study, treatment, rehabilitation, and instruction of techniques for increased ability to manage food and chewing. For more information, please call us at 864-455-8788.

Blount Memorial Hospital, a 304-bed non-profit community hospital located in Maryville, Tennessee, has chosen to join Prisma Health. The parties have signed a non-binding letter of intent and now enter a period of exclusive negotiations, due diligence and integration planning. https://prismahealth.org/patients-and-guests/news/blount-memorial-hospital-chooses-to-join-prisma-health

Prisma Health is proud to have performed its first procedure using the new AGENT™️ drug-coated balloon, a device for the treatment of coronary in-stent restenosis in patients with coronary artery disease. This technology is now the first approved drug-coated coronary balloon in the U.S.

Congratulations to Vince Vismara, MD, and the interventional cardiology care team at the Heart Hospital for offering another advancement to improve the lives of those with coronary artery disease.

July is , and Dr. Frank Clark, psychiatrist with Prisma Health in the Upstate, encourages others to learn about Black, Indigenous and other people of color year-round.

Clark says depression, anxiety and talking about your feelings are often taboo in the minority community. It's one of many things that contributes to what he says is a mental health crisis.

At Prisma Health, we hope to help everyone in our communities achieve their best self, both mentally and physically!

Ending the stigma discussing BIPOC mental health in South Carolina July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, and Dr. Frank Clark says he encourages others to learn about Black, Indigenous and other people of color year-round.

Ken Donhauser is a 70-year-old father of three and grandfather of six enjoying retired life in Easley with his wife Valerie. After a mass was found during a colonoscopy, general surgeon Colin Webb, MD, suggested a colectomy using robotic surgery.

“After the surgery I felt good and had no pain,” Ken said. “I was told to try to walk as much as possible, which would help with my recovery time. I walked a lot and was able to be released the next day. My recovery was uneventful with no problems.”

Ken is especially grateful to the team who cared for him.

“My care was excellent from the doctors to nurses and support staff,” he said. “Everyone was very friendly and caring. I was checked on quite often to see if I needed anything. The staff was as caring and friendly as you could possibly ask for.”

Prisma Health Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital focuses on care beyond recovery. Programs offered focus on the physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being of our inpatients, and their families and caregivers are encouraged to also participate in our Caregiver Yoga and Support Group. Please note that Caregiver Yoga is now being offered from 3-4:30pm on Wednesdays. For more information on Caregiver Yoga, please contact Carrie Prince at 864-455-6048.
No registration is required. Please browse our current offerings and descriptions listed on the image with this post or in the EVENTS tab on our page.

Pulmonary hypertension is a rare but life-threatening disease that can happen to anyone. Pulmonologist Karla Cruz Morel, MD, explains how to know if you have pulmonary hypertension, how it’s treated and more. Click here to listen in this Flourish podcast: https://bit.ly/3WloZRP

Prisma Health’s Mobile Mammography Unit will be offering mammography services on July 19 at 8 a.m.- 4:15 p.m. at Prisma Health Family Medicine – Ballentine, 1079 Dutch Fork Rd, Irmo, SC 29064.

Our specialized mobile unit is staffed with skilled, dedicated mammography technologists and a mobile health technician.

To schedule your mammogram, call 803-434-3400 or visit online: https://bit.ly/3ReqTRn

Anyone with dizziness, vertigo, and/or balance problems may benefit from vestibular rehabilitation at Prisma Health Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital. Of the patients who received vestibular rehabilitation at our hospital, 90% reported no symptoms with their return to prior function at the time of discharge. Questions? Contact our vestibular specialist at 864-455-8788.

We are proud to continue the tradition of excellence at Prisma Health Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital! Our nursing staff recently partnered with students from Tri-County Technical College’s nursing program to provide them with hands-on experiences.

During this , we recognize that when minorities seek care, they may face obstacles within themselves and within the medical community. We spoke with psychiatrist Kisha Hartwick, MD, to learn more about concerns and disparities in mental health care in minority communities: https://bit.ly/3LfOZaS

The Prisma Health Center for Prosthetics and Orthotics is always working to bring patients the newest and best technologies. Do you know about the Alps VIP High Vacuum System? Weighing only 75g, it is one of the lightest vacuum suspension systems on the market. The Alps VIP High Vacuum System is a prosthetic socket suspension system that creates a tight seal around the residual limb, using vacuum pressure to hold the limb securely in place.
The system includes a vacuum pump, a suspension sleeve, and a special valve that regulates the vacuum level. It features a one-way valve that allows air to be expelled from the socket when the vacuum is activated. The vacuum pump is small, lightweight, and easy to use; simply begin walking. When the prosthetic user takes steps the weight and motion of gait compresses the pump, when the user returns to swing phase the pump refills that is then again expelled in stance. Once optimum suspension is achieved the suction is held via the suspension sleeve. Questions? Call 864-522-3880.

Prisma Health is proud to have our Urgent Care - Columbia Harbison Boulevard location listed as one of the Best of South Carolina Winners according to Guide to South Carolina! https://bit.ly/3zzPeLn

We’re excited to introduce Prisma Imaging Center, now scheduling appointments in Greenville and West Columbia!

Our Imaging Centers offer high-quality, easy-to-access MRI, CT and X-ray services at a lower cost. Because our Imaging Centers are freestanding, patients can experience savings of as much as 60% over the same scans in a hospital setting.

Schedule your appointment today. Learn more by visiting our website: https://prisma.health/2gxggh

Bob Gleason, a registered nurse at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital – Upstate, has been a Camp Courage counselor for three summers. To him this is a way to give back and support kids who are going through a journey similar to his family’s.

In 2008, Bob and his wife lost their 2.5-year-old daughter to neuroblastoma. At the time, he was working in construction, but losing his daughter led him to pursue a nursing career. Only six months later, he started school.

“I started nursing and volunteering at Camp Courage to honor my daughter. I really enjoy doing it because a lot of these kids don’t get to experience a regular camp, but this gives them that opportunity. I can just imagine my daughter being there and she would have loved it,” said Bob.

Now he has a 20-year-old daughter who is following in his footsteps – both in nursing and volunteering at Camp Courage for the second year.

Camp Courage creates an unforgettable recreational and educational experience for children, teens, young adults and families living with cancer or a blood disorder. This allows them to share similar experiences with peers while participating in activities that promote normal development encourage age-appropriate coping with the challenges they face.

Let the Prisma Health Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, dietitians, therapists, case managers, and psychologists help you and your family after a stroke. Most of us don’t think twice about basic skills like walking or speaking. But a stroke can cause difficulties with functions we take for granted. Some can be permanent, but others can be helped with rehab. Call 864-455-7716 for more information.

Join us in the rally against sickle cell disease! Thanks to the heartfelt efforts of Aflac and University of South Carolina Women’s Head Basketball Coach Dawn Staley, our brave young fighters at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital-Midlands received their very own My Special Aflac Duck.🦆

These cuddly, high-tech allies are helping kids better express their emotions and cope with their journey.💓 Thank you to the team at Aflac for helping us support some of our littlest patients!

Patient Hazel Presnell, who suffered from a stroke, celebrated her 100th birthday on July 1st after receiving care from the Prisma Health Richland Hospital’s Stroke team!

After providing lifesaving care, Dr. Souvik Sen, neurologist, and other Prisma Health team members, attended Hazel’s party to help celebrate this milestone birthday! Hazel is doing well and looks forward to spending time with her family and friends.

Prisma patient celebrates 100th birthday after surviving stroke - ABC Columbia In June, when seconds counted, the Prisma Health Richland Stroke team was there for their 99-year-old patient, Hazel Presnell, who suffered a stroke. The team administered fast treatment and a clot-busting drug, putting her on the road to recovery.

Yesterday was National Father-Daughter Take a Walk Day. David Lazarus, MD, enjoyed a quick stroll around his neighborhood with his daughters, Claire and Aubrey, and pup, Bailey. We hope you’ll use this day as an excuse to spend some time with your father or daughter this week and maybe create a new routine for your family!

Walking is a low impact activity that is relatively easy on your joints, but data shows that walking just 30 minutes each day can help you stay in shape and prevent illness. Learn more in this article from Flourish: https://bit.ly/3zyAqg5

Prisma Health is excited to now offer complete orthopedic care in Laurens! Our providers treat patients of all ages and offer the most advanced treatment options for orthopedic injuries, joint replacements and sports medicine. Choose the team that was chosen to care for the elite athletes at Presbyterian College! Learn more at https://bit.ly/3zEqYaQ

Is evidence of your summer fun all over your body? We want your happy memories to linger on - not the sunburns and rashes that can come along with your time outdoors and in the heat. Tap on the link to this article to learn what you can do to speed your recovery. https://bit.ly/3XTAtgI

Nine-year-old Waylon Legrand Hentz was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in 2022. But when he attends CAMP KEMO every July, he doesn’t have to feel different from the kids around him; instead, he can just enjoy being a kid around others who are experiencing similar challenges.

Caroline Bull, 10, had three open heart surgeries by the time she was 3 years old. But there’s no concern for her safety when she attends Camp Heart to Heart, a medically supervised camp for children with congenital heart conditions.

Aiden Johnson, 11, has type 1 diabetes, but at Camp Buddy, designed specifically for children with type 1 diabetes, he feels a sense of belonging he can’t always find elsewhere. “Camp Buddy is like a vacation for Aiden, a chance to be free and connect with others who truly understand his experiences,” said Aiden’s mother, Jasmine Johnson.

Thomas Nelson, 11, has hearing loss due to chronic illnesses that came with being born with a vascular ring that compressed his esophagus. He loves to attend Camp Wonder Hands, which provides a unique experience for children ages 7-17 who are deaf or hard of hearing. It gives him a chance to make friends and enjoy activities such as horseback riding and swimming.

Fourteen-year-old Alyssa Ross received bilateral cochlear implants at the age of three to improve her hearing. At age 7, she started attending Camp Wonder Hands and is attending her seventh camp this year. She loves the skits, water activities and embracing the freedom to be authentically herself with people who understand her.

Marcus Davis, 18, lost his father when he was only 14, and it changed his life. He tried one-on-one therapy sessions to help with depression and shutting down. It wasn’t until he attended group sessions at Healing Hearts that he was able to open up and cope with his grief. “It was a game changer for us. The staff was so amazing and helpful, Marcus was so interactive and helped other kids talk about their grief,” said Marcus’ mother, Julie.

Prisma Health Children’s Hospital takes its mission to create a better state of health for children beyond the walls of hospitals and doctor’s offices and aims to help young patients find connection and a sense of belonging. Offering these summer camp opportunities for patients is one way we live out that mission.

Casey Berson, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in the Upstate, shared tips with Fox Carolina on ways to prevent harm on social media.

Prisma Health psychiatrist talks about social media warning labels The U.S. Surgeon General is urging congress to put a warning label about mental health impacts on social media platforms.

Not every combat veteran will experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and not every veteran who experiences PTSD will have seen combat. Not only that, but those with PTSD may all experience symptoms differently.

During and as the celebration of our nation’s independence approaches, take a minute to think through how the veterans in your family may experience the celebrations.

Dr. Benjamin Griffeth has advice for anyone wanting to support a loved one during the holiday. https://bit.ly/3L8FWIG

Upstate Community Abilities Network (UCAN), part of Prisma Health Roger C. Peace Rehabilitation Hospital, offers numerous events throughout the year. This month is the first of two opportunities to participate in our very popular adaptive ski bash at Lake Bowen! The only thing better than looking through photos of past bashes is participating in one this year! To register or for more information, please contact Conner Magar at [email protected] or 864-455-4483.
We hope you will make plans to take part in what else is happening this month: cycling on the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail, a golf clinic at TopGolf, and yoga at The Life Center!
Check out the images attached to this post for details or look in the EVENTS tab on our page for more information. These adaptive events are open to anyone with a physical disability. To register or for more information, please contact Conner Magar at [email protected] or 864-455-4483.
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