Tag: healthcare

COVID-19 Healthcare Hero

COVID-19 Healthcare Hero

During this global pandemic, our teammates are bravely fighting for our community and one another, and we want them to
Tips to Get Across the Bridge Run Finish Line

Tips to Get Across the Bridge Run Finish Line

Street lights illuminate a bustling Coleman Boulevard. Crowds of runners, walkers and joggers bump up and down the sidewalks on
We’re Feeling Magnetic

We’re Feeling Magnetic

Way back in elementary school science, we learned about magnets. Remember being wowed by that U-shaped wand and its hidden
Trapped and Injured for 36 Hours

Trapped and Injured for 36 Hours

When Shaun’s vehicle flipped off a mountain road he was trapped for 36 hours with a spinal cord injury. Extensive
Resistance Training

Resistance Training

Weight loss can be more effective and sustainable when combined with resistance training. With any weight loss program the first
Decisions, Decisions…

Decisions, Decisions…

College education. Career path. Relationships. Starting a family. Buying or selling a house. Vacations. Retirement. From the age that we’re
Spring Fever – There’s an App for That

Spring Fever – There’s an App for That

No question – this has been a long hard winter here in the South. Many of my patients who usually
From Paralysis to a World-Class Archer

From Paralysis to a World-Class Archer

In 2009, a motorcycle accident left Ben Thompson with a spinal cord injury. Ben started going to the Roper St.
Breathe Easier!

Breathe Easier!

Roper St. Francis’ affordable new lung cancer screenings will help save lives. It’s early November and the pink ribbons so
Five Fun (and not so fun) Flu Facts

Five Fun (and not so fun) Flu Facts

Flu season is upon us. There are three main things you NEED TO KNOW as we head into flu season:
Fighting for a World Without Alzheimer’s Disease

Fighting for a World Without Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s disease affects more than five million Americans. This disease destroys brain cells, resulting in the deterioration of the victims’
They Saved My Life

They Saved My Life

Karen had a deadly heart tumor. Learn how Dr. John Ciccone with Mount Pleasant Cardiology treated her tumor and gave
Sisters Share Their Birth Moments

Sisters Share Their Birth Moments

Sisters Melissa and Valerie share many things, including the doctors who care for them. Hear about their childbirth journey with Mount
Google Doc

Google Doc

Dr. Ken Mitchell thinks his new Google Glass really looks cool. But moreover, he believes this cutting-edge technology will ultimately
A Split Second Changed George's Life

A Split Second Changed George's Life

George, who delivers soda to businesses, was doing his route downtown when he was struck by a car. His leg
Roper St. Francis Employee Inspired Moments – Part 8

Roper St. Francis Employee Inspired Moments – Part 8

Our employees believe every moment matters for their patients. Watch what inspires them to work at Roper St. Francis and
A Chance for Tink to Walk Again

A Chance for Tink to Walk Again

Tink was at the end of her day working as a line technician when she slipped from a utility pole.
Right Place, Right Time

Right Place, Right Time

Brenda Horne was concerned about her husband, Bob, among other issues. He was in Roper Hospital last year for double
Roper St. Francis Employee Inspired Moments – Part 7

Roper St. Francis Employee Inspired Moments – Part 7

Our employees believe every moment matters for their patients. Watch what inspires them to work at Roper St. Francis and what they
Roper St. Francis Employee Inspired Moments – Part 6

Roper St. Francis Employee Inspired Moments – Part 6

Our employees believe every moment matters for their patients. Watch what inspires them to work at Roper St. Francis and what they