Henry Ford Family Medicine - Townsend

During pregnancy, expectant parents are hopeful as they look forward to welcoming a child. But 10%-15% of pregnancies end in miscarriage (defined as loss up to the 20th week of pregnancy) or stillbirth (loss after the 20th week). For parents who experience perinatal loss, grief can be overwhelming.

Learn some strategies to help:

Pregnancy Loss Can Be Difficult To Cope With. These Strategies Can Help Coping with pregnancy loss after a miscarriage or stillbirth is challenging. Find advice on ways to ease grief, honor your baby and find support.

One third of skin cancers happen on the head and neck. Use sun protection and monitor skin changes to avoid the risk.

What You Need To Know About Skin Cancer On The Head And Neck Learn about skin cancers that develop on the head and neck and how to detect early signs when treatment is most effective.

Research shows there's an indirect correlation between obesity and cancer. Here's how you can make healthy lifestyle changes to reduce your risk:

The Link Between Obesity And Cancer Research shows that obesity may increase someone's risk for several different cancers. Learn why this might be - and what you can do to lower your risk.

From 2021 to 2022, the infant mortality rate – or the death of a child before his or her first birthday – increased by 3% in the United States. Learn what can be done about this alarming statistic:

For The First Time In More Than Two Decades, The U.S. Infant Mortality Rate Has Increased Learn about the factors that contribute to infant mortality - and what can be done to lower the infant mortality rate in the United States.

"For me, nursing isn’t just what I do; it’s who I am,” says Erin Richardson, a dedicated nurse at our hospital, as she reflects on a recent life-saving incident on her way home. Employed for more than 8 years, Erin has worked in various departments and currently serves in our ear, nose and throat (ENT) clinic.

Helping people every day is part of her role, but she didn’t anticipate helping a driver in a dire situation. Read more about Erin's story: https://bit.ly/47yMUjE

Concord resident Dan Strouss is a hard-working, plain-spoken man. The owner of a construction company, 72-year-old Dan has done physical labor all his life—and it has taken a toll on his knees. After total knee replacement surgery at our Jackson hospital, Dan says he’s feeling 100 percent better than he has in a long time. And he doesn’t plan on retiring any time soon.

Read Dan's inspiring story: https://bit.ly/3VaAius

Our vascular surgeon Dr. Paul Corcoran joined JTV to talk about high risk factors and the importance of vascular screenings. Watch the full interview:

Dr. Paul Corcoran Encourages Vascular Screening, Highlights Risk Factors Airdate: April 23rd, 2024

Creating a joint replacement care package can be so helpful for someone recovering from surgery. Here's what to include:

How To Support Someone After Joint Replacement Surgery A little effort can go a long way to help a loved one after joint replacement surgery. Here are ways to make their recovery easier.

Erectile dysfunction (ED) can not only impact your love life but also indicate more significant health issues. Here's why it's important to initiate a conversation with your doctor: https://bit.ly/4b9R6Yz

6 Reasons To Talk To Your Doctor About Erectile Dysfunction Erectile dysfunction (ED) can be detrimental to your love life, but it can also be a sign of more serious health issues. Learn what you're at risk for with ED.

Did you know that our hospital has a state-of-the-art mobile health unit to make breast cancer screening even more accessible?

Regular mammogram screening for breast cancer improves early detection, leading to better treatment outcomes and higher survival rates. To schedule an appointment, call (517) 205-4905 or visit MyChart https://bit.ly/4565PSP

The faster the stroke diagnosis, the faster you can get appropriate treatment. Learn how AI is helping doctors identify stroke patients quicker than before:

How AI Is Helping Experts Care For Stroke Patients With the combination of current AI programs and opportunities for AI use in post-stroke care on the horizon, patients are in the best position now to receive life-saving care for stroke in a timely fashion.

Kids can be allergic to several medications - one of the most common being antibiotics in the penicillin family. Learn how to spot the signs of a reaction:

Is Your Child Allergic To A Common Medication? Here's How To Handle It It can be scary when your child has an allergy to a medication. Here's what you need to know to keep your kid safe.

You might not think about warming up and cooling down your hands before and after playing a musical instrument. But just like with sports, it's so important to help avoid injury:

Do You Play A Musical Instrument? Here Are The Hand Injuries To Watch Out For Repetitive movements can cause injury if you're not careful. Here's how to lessen the chance of hand and wrist injuries - and what to do if you start experiencing pain.

When you have a newborn, some amount of sleep deprivation is unavoidable. But there are ways to get some much-needed shut-eye, even during those first few months:

A Sleep Survival Guide For Exhausted New Parents Sleep deprivation is all too common for new parents, but there are ways to get much-needed rest. A nurse midwife shares her top tips.

Did you know more than 8 million Americans suffer from chronic wounds? Lack of awareness around advanced treatment options and the benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) leaves many people without access to life changing care.

HBOT is a game-changer for many health conditions, including:
- Chronic wounds
- Radiation injuries
- Infections
- Decompression sickness and more

To help raise awareness around this valuable treatment, Mayor Daniel Mahoney visited Henry Ford Wound Care & Hyperbaric Center - Jackson to deliver a proclamation making the week of May 20 Hyperbaric Awareness Week.

Our team provided a tour of the center, sharing the advanced technology and the benefits it delivers to those who may not be able to heal otherwise.

To learn more about our Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center and request an appointment, visit: https://bit.ly/3KlKATg

Did you know that we offer bariatric surgery? Meet surgeon Dr. Hassan Nasser! Watch to learn more about Dr. Nasser's care philosophy and why he chose to practice bariatric medicine: https://bit.ly/4dGg0kS

To make an appointment with Dr. Nasser, call (800) 436-7936.

Hassan Nasser, MD - Bariatric Surgeon, Henry Ford Jackson Hospital Dr. Hassan Nasser, a general and bariatric surgeon at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital, shares his passion for his chosen medical field. Dr. Nasser explains what ...

We are excited to share that our White Coat Tours resumed earlier this month, offering a unique behind-the-scenes experience for community leaders, donors and students interested in healthcare careers. Attendees engaged with specialist physicians and surgeons to learn about the cutting-edge technologies and care we provide to our community.

The recent tour welcomed over 70 guests from Detroit, West Bloomfield and Jackson, and featured an informative presentation and a 60-minute guided tour with heart surgeon Dr. Vu, thoracic surgeon Dr. Kulkarni, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Semaan, sports medicine provider Dr. Medellin, and orthopedic/sports medicine surgeon Dr. Kupchick.

Thank you to all who attended and made the evening especially fun and engaging! We would also like to thank Grazing Thyme for creating delicious spreads for our guests and for the tasty treats!

If you are interested in joining the wait list for our White Coat Tours, email [email protected].

Our hospital's Board of Trustees recorded a special video message to extend their appreciation to every member of our team during Hospital Week:

Happy Hospital Week from the Henry Ford Jackson Hospital Board of Trustees ______________________________________________________Want to hear more from Henry Ford Health?Visit our blog for the latest health and wellness tips: 💻 htt...

Looking for an orthopedic specialist who can help improve your quality of life? Meet Dr. Derek Semaan! Watch this video to learn more about Dr. Semaan and why he says the best part of his job is listening to his patients: https://bit.ly/46WrAo6

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Semaan, call (517) 205-1431.

Derek Semaan, MD - Henry Ford Orthopaedics - Jackson

Erin McGreal-Miller, the manager of our Milk Bank, joined JTV to share some exciting milestones! Watch to learn more:

Henry Ford Jackson Milk Bank Reaches Milestone Airdate: May 14th, 2024

We've started something new for our team members - the Henry Ford Jackson Superstar Employee Recognition Program! This program recognizes clinical and non-clinical team members for going above and beyond their typical job duties.

Team members are honored for making a difference by improving the quality of health for those we serve by:
⭐ Providing excellent clinical services
⭐ Exceeding service excellence standards with patients, guests or co-workers

These nominations can come from patients, patients' family members, visitors, volunteers, physicians, team member or hospital leaders.

To our April Superstars: We appreciate all you do for your team members, patients and our community! Please join us in congratulating our winners on exceeding our service excellence standards.

Thanks to a generous gift from the Al Glick Scholars Endowment Fund, our hospital - in collaboration with local colleges and other local and regional partners - is offering educational scholarships for community members who want to build careers in healthcare.

These scholarships are for eligible individuals planning to obtain a degree and/or certificate as a registered nurse, surgical technologist or medical assistant.

The application deadline is June 15. To learn more and apply, visit: https://bit.ly/3wE3e5E

Did you know that our hospital has 8 certified speech language pathologists?

Speech pathology stems from 18th century England but became a major need in America during World War II, when soldiers returned to the states with brain injuries.

For more than 50 years, our speech pathologists have provided care to individuals with speech, voice, language, hearing and swallowing impairments. Our team is trained in radiographic assessment of the swallow, as well as endoscopic evaluations.

Learn more about speech pathology services and what our expert team of licensed therapists does for our community: https://bit.ly/4b41yRU

As part of Nurses Week, we celebrated the recipients of our Clara Ford Award for Nursing Excellence for their dedication to our patients, community and organization. We are proud to share that 4 out of the 6 winners are nurses who work at our hospital!

Congratulations to:
💙 Sherree Carpenter, RN, Surgical ICU
💙 Ashley Dorr, RN, Medical ICU
💙 Carey Johnson, MSN, RN, Post-acute Continuum Care
💙 Jennifer Rice, CNS, RN, Comprehensive Clinical Care

Thank you for the exceptional, compassionate care you provide our patients!

Starting today, May 13, our hospital’s main entrance and circle drive will be closed for sign replacement. Please use the Professional Building or Emergency Department entrance. Temporary wayfinding signs will be posted to guide you.

Thank you for your patience with this inconvenience.

Do you have a passion for healthcare? Interested in becoming a nurse assistant? We are providing the training and knowledge you need to be a success in this critical role. Join us May 30 or June 6 to kick off your new career path.

If you have questions or want to learn more, contact our workforce planning coordinator Cierra Sylvester at [email protected].

Struggling to fall asleep, stay asleep or feel well rested in the morning? An expert identifies some factors that contribute to your sleep quality as you age.

Why Is It So Hard To Get A Good Night's Sleep As You Get Older? Health changes and stress play a big role in how well you sleep. An expert shares how to get the most value from your sleep as you get older.

A proper warm-up and cool-down regimen is just as important as your actual workout. Here's why - and how to ensure you're doing it correctly:

How To Properly Warm Up And Cool Down You might know that a good warm-up and cool-down regimen is essential for a good workout. But do you know how to warm-up and cool-down the right way?

More than 250 guests dined and danced at our 87th annual Pink Ball fundraiser. With a theme of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” the Pink Ball proceeds will support the first round of scholarships for the Al Glick Scholars Endowment Fund, which will be awarded this summer. It will be a “midsummer dream” come true for our hospital staff and community members who wish to pursue a healthcare career.

The generosity of the Pink Ball’s many donors and 22 community sponsors is inspiring and deeply appreciated. Take a moment to enjoy some of the memories created that night!

Discover the remarkable world of our Henry Ford Milk Bank - Jackson, a critical resource for newborns who lack access to their mother's milk. This milk bank, developed in partnership with the Human Milk Banking Association of North America (HMBANA), operates to ensure safety and quality.

The Henry Ford Milk Bank - Jackson stands as a beacon of hope, providing essential nutrition and supporting breastfeeding moms across Michigan and beyond. Watch to learn more: https://bit.ly/470GNDL

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