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Methodist McKinney Hospital’s Robotic Surgery Featured in D Magazine (post)
Brooklee Han of D Magazine recently published an article showcasing Methodist McKinney Hospital’s robotic surgery capabilities. Here is an excerpt…
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All About Lower Back Pain – Causes, Symptoms and Treatments (post)
Almost all of us have or will experience lower back pain – that’s a sad fact. According to National Institute…
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Q&A About ROSA® Knee System (post)
What does ROSA stand for? Robotic Surgery Assisted What is the main takeaway about ROSA® Knee System? Specially trained surgeons…
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Q&A About Bunions (post)
Q&A About Bunions Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) and answers about bunions and their treatment. What is a…
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Custom-Fit Knee Replacement Surgery in North Texas (post)
Methodist McKinney Hospital Supports Cutting Edge Technologies Effecting Joint Replacement Candidates Are you suffering from knee pain? Has your doctor…
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Reverse The Negative Effects of Sitting With Quick Exercises (post)
Did you know the average adult spends approximately 6.5 hours a day or more sitting. For teenagers that number increase…
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What is Concierge Medicine? (post)
Concierge medicine is a relatively new approach to healthcare delivery in which primary care physicians significantly limit their practices to…
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The Key to Exercise and Weight Maintenance is Music (post)
Previously, I stated that to lose weight you did not have to exercise and could eat more protein and vegetables…
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Exercising During The Summer Time: How To Keep Cool (post)
There are risks when it comes to exercising in the hot weather and in Texas that means you need to…
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Flip Flops Should Be Temporary (post)
We are just a few days away from summer (official start is June 21) and yet most of us have…
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June is National Safety Month – Drive Safely (post)
At Methodist McKinney Hospital we are always concerned with the safety of our patients, physicians and staff. We thought we…
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Obesity – Are you hoarding your weight? (post)
We are all aware of the obesity epidemic affecting our country and the benefits of losing weight are well documented…
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Outpatient Ortho Surgery (post)
Do you experience pain every day? Is hip or knee pain keeping you from doing the things you love, like…
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Sports Medicine Care and Checkups (post)
Whether it’s a child or an adult, participating in sports provides some meaningful benefits to the participant. Team sports teaches…
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The Differences Between Physical and Occupational Therapy (post)
If you’ve been told that you may need therapy to facilitate your recovery from an illness, injury or surgery, you…
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Ortho Care for Winter Sports (post)
Every year, thousands and thousands of people end up seeking treatment for sports-related injuries. It’s been said that there’s a…
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Treating Running Injuries with Sports Medicine (post)
Whether you’re a professional runner or you do it to get physical exercise, you may have experienced sports injuries in…
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At Methodist McKinney Hospital, we are more than medicine. We are family! (post)
At Methodist McKinney Hospital, we strive for a culture that treats not only our patients as family, but also our staff…
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Choosing a Trusted Doctor for Your Family (post)
Around this time of year, friends and loved ones come together to celebrate the holidays and reflect on all they’re…
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Identifying and Dealing with an Emergency (post)
We all deal with numerous situations on a daily basis that require our attention – who’ll pick the kids up…
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We’re More Than A Hospital – We’re Family! (post)
By now, you know how much importance we put on providing our patients the greatest care possible, especially since we…
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Orthopedic Injuries – What You Need to Know (post)
We’re back in the full swing of school and summer is quickly turning to fall. The changing of the leaves…
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New School Year, Same Healthy Habits (post)
Once again, it’s that time of year. The days of summer are dwindling and fall is fast approaching. With these…
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Exercise: The Ortho Alternative (post)
With orthopedic surgeries becoming more common due to procedural and technological advancements, the appeal to those suffering from orthopedic injuries…
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Men’s Health Risks and Prevention (post)
Last month, we looked at the most prevalent health risks that women in our country face and ways to help…
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Women’s Health Week: Health Risks and Prevention (post)
Every October, men, women, and professional athletes around the country wear pink to show their solidarity in the fight…
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National Public Health Week: Keep Focused On Staying Healthy (post)
Every year, the American Public Health Association (APHA) designates a week as National Public Health Week (NPHW) to heighten awareness…
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March: Patient Safety Awareness (post)
The month of March recognizes Patient Safety Awareness Week from the 12-18. Patient Safety Awareness Week is designed to align…
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Why Does My Back Hurt? (post)
It’s common to experience varying ailments as our bodies age, but one of the most prevalent issues that most adults…
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National Blood Donor Month (post)
Numerous times throughout the year, it’s common to see flyers or a pamphlet about local blood drives posted around town.…
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Don’t Forget — Wash Those Hands (post)
From a young age, most of us are taught the importance of washing our hands and how it can help…
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Overeating: How Your Body and Stomach Suffer (post)
It’s that time of year again; families are coming together, holiday decorations are being hung and the most elaborate meals…
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September: Pain Awareness Month (post)
Slamming your finger in a car door. Scraping your knee. Touching a hot stove. Breaking a bone or stubbing a…
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It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year (post)
No, we’re not talking about Christmas. Instead, we’re talking about football season. The cheering crowds with homemade signs; the mascots…
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Recognizing Juvenile Arthritis (post)
Juvenile arthritis is an epidemic that currently affects over 300,000 children under the age of 18 in the United States.…
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Goal of Men’s Health Week (post)
May 31, 1994. On that date, Senate Joint Resolution 179 was signed by President Bill Clinton, which effectively named the…
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Arthritis: Most Common Pandemic Disease, But Misunderstood (post)
Arthritis. More than 50 million adults and 300,000 children suffer from this disease worldwide. And while it’s one of the…
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World Health: Focusing on Diabetes (post)
Every year, the World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes April 7th as World Health Day, a day that is meant to…
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March: National Nutrition Month (post)
The month of March is often associated with a number of noteworthy events: St. Patrick’s Day, the beginning of the…
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Football Injuries (post)
It’s that time of year again. The weather is cooling down, jackets and long-sleeved shirts have come out from their…
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How to Care for the Most Common Orthopedic Issues (post)
It’s often thought that as our bodies get older, we become more prone to weakness and injury. While this…
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Sports Injuries: What to Do Before Calling Your Doctor (post)
In 760 BC, the first recorded ancient Olympic Games occurred. Those games were not the same as how we perceive…
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Eliminating Common Foot and Ankle Pain (post)
For anyone that has ever suffered from foot and ankle pain or injury, you quickly realize how immobile it can…
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Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging: How They Can Help You (post)
What do the terms ”diagnostic imaging” and ”radiology” have in common? If you said that they are both used to…
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We Ring in the Summer with our 24/7 Emergency Department (post)
It’s one of the best times of the year: the sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and children are…
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On the Ball: Understanding Joint Replacement Surgery (post)
In almost every medical specialty, surgery is considered a last resort—most physicians vastly prefer to start with noninvasive treatments. But…
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Spotlighting the Imaging Center at Methodist McKinney Hospital (post)
To help a physician diagnose or treat an injury or ailment, patients are often sent to an imaging center, where…
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Understanding Total Knee Replacement Surgery (post)
For the amount of wear and tear we put on our joints, it’s no wonder they eventually give out and…
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Spine Surgery at Methodist McKinney Hospital (post)
On any given day, we each move in hundreds of different ways. While it’s easy to take this ability for…
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Understanding & Treating Chronic Pain (post)
Chronic pain is pain that continues beyond the usual recovery period for an injury or illness, or that goes on…
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Understanding the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill (post)
For anyone who has ever experienced physical therapy, they understand the pain and difficulty sometimes associated with getting back into…
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Understanding the Difference between an ER & Urgent Care Clinic (post)
While no one wants to think about the circumstances that would lead them to require emergency care, understanding the differences…
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Keep Active Kids Safe During Summer Months (post)
June is National Safety Month for a reason—as school lets out and summer weather rolls in, kids and young adults…
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Understanding a Sleep Lab Study (post)
Countless Americans suffer from serious sleep disorders requiring medical intervention. But to accurately diagnose a specific sleep disorder, it may…
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Caring for Your Feet during National Foot Health Awareness Month (post)
Plenty of people think foot pain is just a part of everyday life. But the reality is foot pain could…
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Finding Relief from Chronic Sinusitis (post)
Those who suffer chronic sinusitis will tell you themselves: they’d go to great lengths for relief of their symptoms. More…
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The Basics of Hernias (post)
While it’s easy to explain away a pain in the lower stomach as a pulled muscle or gas, the truth…
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Handling the Stress of the Holidays (post)
With all its joy and celebration, the holiday season can also be fraught with stressful challenges. From finding the perfect…
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National Handwashing Awareness Week in December (post)
Every year, in the first week of December, National Handwashing Awareness Week is observed just as cold and flu season…
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November is American Diabetes Month (post)
Each November, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) observes American Diabetes Month, an important element in the ADA’s effort to raise…
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The Great American Smokeout (post)
Each year, the American Cancer Society marks the Great American Smokeout on the third Thursday of November by encouraging smokers…
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Reflecting on Bone & Joint Health National Awareness Week (post)
Each year, Bone and Joint Health National Awareness Week is held October 12-20. This annual global event is made up…
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October is Health Literacy Month (post)
Each October, Health Literacy Month is observed in America. What is ‘health literacy’? It is the capacity to obtain, process…
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September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month (post)
Each September, America calls attention to a deadly disease that affects thousands of women and their families across our country.…
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September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month (post)
Each September, Prostate Cancer Awareness Month is observed in an effort to remember those lost to prostate cancer, offer support…
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Maintaining Joint Health (post)
As we age, it is inevitable that our bodies will not have the same spring in our step – literally.…
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Protecting Your Children with Fingerprints (post)
As terrible of a thought that it is for any parent to consider, the fact is that each year hundreds…
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When to Take Your Child to the ER (post)
Most parents are understandably concerned about the health and well-being of their children. While most childhood illnesses are common –…
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Importance of Cross Training for Young Athletes (post)
Vary your workout routine to get the best results.
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Practice Fireworks Safety this July 4th (post)
Keep safe this Fourth of July!
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Concussion Safety During the Summer (post)
Concussions are very serious and can happen when the brain is moved around in the skull.
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Celebrating Nurses (post)
Often described as an art and a science, it is no wonder Americans think so highly of nurses.
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May is National Osteoporosis Awareness & Prevention Month (post)
Osteoporosis, a pediatric disease with adult consequences.
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Saving Children through Vaccines (post)
Prevent diseases through vaccinations
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Distracted Driving is Dangerous Driving (post)
In 2010, the U.S. House of Representatives designated April as Distracted Driving Awareness Month in order to educate Americans about…
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The Importance of Sufficient Sleep (post)
Learning the importance of good sleep habits.
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March Is Save Your Vision Month (post)
Each March, the American Optometric Association (AOA) celebrates Save Your Vision Month. This year, the focus of the observance is…
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Tips for Eye Health & Safety (post)
Keep your eyes healthy!
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Matters of the Heart (post)
Consider becoming an organ donor.
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Stay Well This Holiday Season (post)
Make the holidays happy and healthy with a few easy steps.
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Ringing in the National Jingle Bell Walk/Run (post)
Keep moving throughout the year to keep joints healthy and happy!
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Concussion Awareness & Prevention (post)
A concussion is an injury of the brain and should be taken seriously.
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Fun Fall Activities (post)
Fall offers many family-friendly activities.
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Bone & Joint Health National Awareness Week (post)
Bone and joint conditions affect nearly one in two Americans over the age of 18.
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October is National Physical Therapy Month (post)
Physical therapy is your ticket to movement.
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Celebrating Family Health & Fitness Day (post)
This year marks the 16th annual Family Health and Fitness Day USA, a national health and fitness event for families,…
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Prostate Cancer Awareness Month (post)
Diagnosis of prostate cancer in early stages can produce good outcomes for survival.
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August is Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month (post)
Spinal muscular atrophy, a motor neuron disease, affect the voluntary muscles used for crawling, walking and swallowing.
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Prepare for the School Year with Up-to-Date Vaccines (post)
Back to school means updating immunizations, too.
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August is Cataract Awareness Month (post)
Cataract surgery can improve eyesight and is one of the safest and most effective surgeries.
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Protecting Your Skin from the Summer Sun (post)
Excessive sun exposure can cause long-term damage.
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July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month (post)
If you suspect your child may be suffering from chronic joint pain, speak to your pediatrician.
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June is National Hernia Awareness Month (post)
Each year, hernias affect millions of Americans, but experts believe that only a portion of those suffering seek any kind…
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June is Men’s Health Month (post)
Each June in the week leading up to Father’s Day, Men’s Health Week is observed. This nationally-recognized celebration draws attention…
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Why Bone Health Matters (post)
Prevent osteoporosis with simple lifestyle changes.
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Osteoporosis Awareness & Prevention (post)
In May, the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) celebrates National Osteoporosis Month in order to draw attention to the important issue…
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Early Detection is Key to Preventing Colorectal Cancer (post)
Each March, Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month highlights what is considered to be the most preventable, beatable cancer if detected early.…
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April Is Foot Health Awareness Month (post)
The average American takes around 5,000 steps each day, so it only makes sense that nearly half of all Americans…
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Healthy Kids Day 2012 (post)
Each year, the YMCA celebrates Healthy Kids Day, its initiative to improve the health and well-being of families across the…
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Combating Acute & Chronic Sinusitis (post)
With spring just around the corner, it makes sense to recognize the importance of National Sinus Pain Awareness Month. Sinusitis…
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February is Go Red for Women Month (post)
While most Americans might assume that heart disease and heart attacks primarily affect men, the reality is quite different. That…
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Bumps & Bruises (post)
Did you know that a cut and a bruise are essentially the same thing? A cut occurs at the surface…
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Maintaining a Healthy Weight (post)
Maintaining a healthy weight is one of the easiest ways you can help prevent a number of diseases and conditions.…
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MMH Emergency Department – A Nurse’s Perspective (post)
Q: What are some of the reasons you would recommend the Emergency Department at Methodist McKinney Hospital? A: At Methodist…
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Ready to Battle the Flu? (post)
Q: What is the flu? A: The flu is an infection of the respiratory tract. This includes the nose, airways,…
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Methodist McKinney Hospital’s Robotic Surgery Featured in D Magazine (post)

All About Lower Back Pain – Causes, Symptoms and Treatments (post)

Q&A About ROSA® Knee System (post)

Q&A About Bunions (post)

Custom-Fit Knee Replacement Surgery in North Texas (post)

Reverse The Negative Effects of Sitting With Quick Exercises (post)

What is Concierge Medicine? (post)

The Key to Exercise and Weight Maintenance is Music (post)

Exercising During The Summer Time: How To Keep Cool (post)

Flip Flops Should Be Temporary (post)

June is National Safety Month – Drive Safely (post)

Obesity – Are you hoarding your weight? (post)

Outpatient Ortho Surgery (post)

Sports Medicine Care and Checkups (post)

The Differences Between Physical and Occupational Therapy (post)

Ortho Care for Winter Sports (post)

Treating Running Injuries with Sports Medicine (post)

At Methodist McKinney Hospital, we are more than medicine. We are family! (post)

Choosing a Trusted Doctor for Your Family (post)

Identifying and Dealing with an Emergency (post)

We’re More Than A Hospital – We’re Family! (post)

Orthopedic Injuries – What You Need to Know (post)

New School Year, Same Healthy Habits (post)

Exercise: The Ortho Alternative (post)

Men’s Health Risks and Prevention (post)

Women’s Health Week: Health Risks and Prevention (post)

National Public Health Week: Keep Focused On Staying Healthy (post)

March: Patient Safety Awareness (post)

Why Does My Back Hurt? (post)

National Blood Donor Month (post)

Don’t Forget — Wash Those Hands (post)

Overeating: How Your Body and Stomach Suffer (post)

September: Pain Awareness Month (post)

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year (post)

Recognizing Juvenile Arthritis (post)

Goal of Men’s Health Week (post)

Arthritis: Most Common Pandemic Disease, But Misunderstood (post)

World Health: Focusing on Diabetes (post)

March: National Nutrition Month (post)

Football Injuries (post)

How to Care for the Most Common Orthopedic Issues (post)

Sports Injuries: What to Do Before Calling Your Doctor (post)

Eliminating Common Foot and Ankle Pain (post)

Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging: How They Can Help You (post)

We Ring in the Summer with our 24/7 Emergency Department (post)

On the Ball: Understanding Joint Replacement Surgery (post)

Spotlighting the Imaging Center at Methodist McKinney Hospital (post)

Understanding Total Knee Replacement Surgery (post)

Spine Surgery at Methodist McKinney Hospital (post)

Understanding & Treating Chronic Pain (post)

Understanding the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill (post)

Understanding the Difference between an ER & Urgent Care Clinic (post)

Keep Active Kids Safe During Summer Months (post)

Understanding a Sleep Lab Study (post)

Caring for Your Feet during National Foot Health Awareness Month (post)

Finding Relief from Chronic Sinusitis (post)

The Basics of Hernias (post)

Handling the Stress of the Holidays (post)

National Handwashing Awareness Week in December (post)

November is American Diabetes Month (post)

The Great American Smokeout (post)

Reflecting on Bone & Joint Health National Awareness Week (post)

October is Health Literacy Month (post)

September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month (post)

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month (post)

Maintaining Joint Health (post)

Protecting Your Children with Fingerprints (post)

When to Take Your Child to the ER (post)

Importance of Cross Training for Young Athletes (post)

Practice Fireworks Safety this July 4th (post)

Concussion Safety During the Summer (post)

Celebrating Nurses (post)

May is National Osteoporosis Awareness & Prevention Month (post)

Saving Children through Vaccines (post)

Distracted Driving is Dangerous Driving (post)

The Importance of Sufficient Sleep (post)

March Is Save Your Vision Month (post)

Tips for Eye Health & Safety (post)

Matters of the Heart (post)