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FOR  IMMEDIATE  RELEASE For more information: Joe Minissale, President, (972) 569-2730  Ranks Top 20 in Midsize Companies, Awarded Best Management McKinney, Texas (December 07, 2015) — Methodist McKinney Hospital is proud to announce that it has been named one of the Top 100 Places to Work in Dallas-Ft. Worth, as recognized by the Dallas Morning News and WorkplaceDynamics. Methodist McKinney Hospital, described as having a

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It’s that time of year again. The weather is cooling down, jackets and long-sleeved shirts have come out from their summer hibernation, and sports fans all over the country are filling high school, college and professional stadiums to watch their favorite football team compete. And while football can bring out fierce rivalries and competitive spirit, it’s important to remember that

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  It’s often thought that as our bodies get older, we become more prone to weakness and injury. While this certainly may be the case in older individuals, even young men and women are susceptible to the most prevalent orthopedic issues. Some may be hereditary while others can result from various lifestyle choices. Here are some of the most common

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In 760 BC, the first recorded ancient Olympic Games occurred. Those games were not the same as how we perceive the modern Olympics today. Nearly 3,000 years ago, only one even took place: a footrace. Since then, males and females alike have competed in countless competitions, from soccer and swimming to jumping and javelin. Yet, with that competitive spirit comes

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For anyone that has ever suffered from foot and ankle pain or injury, you quickly realize how immobile it can leave you. Whether you’re constantly on your feet for work or stay active in your free time, foot and ankle pain can not only cause severe discomfort but can often lead to greater, more serious injury. So, how do you

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What do the terms ”diagnostic imaging” and ”radiology” have in common? If you said that they are both used to diagnose medical conditions, you’re absolutely right. You’d also be correct if you thought they were both perceived as intimidating and frightening services to undergo. At Methodist McKinney Hospital, we do everything within our power and expertise to ensure that these

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It’s one of the best times of the year: the sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and children are playing outside once again. Yet, with this newly reacquired freedom comes the familiarity of stubbed toes, broken bones and everything in between. When faced with an injury, the question then becomes “how serious does an injury need to be before

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In almost every medical specialty, surgery is considered a last resort—most physicians vastly prefer to start with noninvasive treatments. But when there are no other options, modern surgical techniques can be a sure bet for optimal recovery and restored quality of life. Such is the case when dealing with joint injury or disease, which often demands surgery to replace damaged

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To help a physician diagnose or treat an injury or ailment, patients are often sent to an imaging center, where specially trained staff can perform various types of diagnostic test, including MRI, CAT scan, X-ray, ultrasound or mammography examinations. Once the appropriate tests are complete, the imaging center radiologist interprets the exams and then sends the results to the patient’s

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For the amount of wear and tear we put on our joints, it’s no wonder they eventually give out and need some repair. Of all our joints, it’s possible that knees need attention most frequently, as they are part of every type of movement a person can undertake. To understand more about total knee replacement surgery and its alternatives, Dr.

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On any given day, we each move in hundreds of different ways. While it’s easy to take this ability for granted, we are quickly reminded of how precious the gift of movement is when it becomes impaired. This is never truer than with issues related to the back and spine. Back and spine health are imperative to our overall quality

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Chronic pain is pain that continues beyond the usual recovery period for an injury or illness, or that goes on for months or years due to a chronic condition. While the pain may not be constant, it can interfere with daily life, as is the case with approximately 100 million Americans who suffer from chronic pain. Dr. Wesley Merritt, a

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