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September 17, 2012
A new Martha Jefferson emergency department in Albemarle County is going to provide certain community members with care much closer to home.
This morning on the WINA 1070 AM Live Well series, Dr. Leroy Caudill, emergency room physician, and Kim Lowry, emergency department nurse manager, discuss what services will be offered, and how they hope this may help peole if they do find themselves facing an emergency.
To listen to the podcast, click the link below.
August 27, 2012
The National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC) recently awarded Martha Jefferson Hospital a three-year specialty accreditation for its breast cancer treatment program.
This morning on the WINA 1070 AM Live Well series, Faye Satterly, director of cancer services at Martha Jefferson, and Joyce Miller, manger of the Martha Jefferson cancer program discuss the decision to apply for the accreditation and what it means for patients.
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July 30, 2012
For all the tennis fans out there – it’s that time of year again! The 2012 In The Pink Tennis Tournament will be held September 29th at Tennis Clubs around Charlottesville. Women, Men and teenagers are all invited to put on pink and join the fun.
In this Live Well segment, hear from event organizers from the Martha Jefferson Hospital Women’s Committee and the Cancer Resource Center nurse at Martha Jefferson about how the event benefits patients right in our community.
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May 22, 2012
The nurses at Martha Jefferson make up a large part of the care-giving team. Everyone seems to go into the profession for a different reason, but the work they do effects patients in the same way – it makes them feel better, and as welcome as possible in a hospital.
Allison Crawford, a long time Martha Jefferson nurse, spoke with WINA morning radio show to share how she got her start, and why she enjoys her job more every day.
To listen to the podcast, click the link below.
April 9, 2012
It’s allergy season in Central Virginia. Whether your have itching eyes, a runny nose, or are congested from all the pollen, many are suffering from an allergy season that arrived early.
This morning, Dr. Arvind Madaan of Charlottesville Allergy and Respiratory Enterprises talked with Rick and Jane about how to cope with the pollen, and possible treatments for those who can’t shake the symptoms.
To listen to the podcast, click the link below.
March 26, 2012
Dealing with shoulder pain can be difficult, uncomfortable and even frustrating. In order to help patients in need receive important information on this issue, Martha Jefferson Hospital is hosting a FREE talk coming up on Tuesday, April 3rd at 6:30 p.m. at the Outpatient Care Center on Pantops Mountain. Dr. Stephen Gunther, an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder injuries, will share common symptoms and will help you decide for yourself when enough, is enough.
Dr. Gunther spoke on the WINA Live Well segment to explain shoulder injuries and help share who might benefit from his talk.
To listen to the podcast, click the link below.
January 9, 2012
Martha Jefferson Hospital is pleased to announce a new service that will make getting imaging tests more convenient. Spring Creek Family Medicine has expanded and is now offering Medical Imaging Service to patients who previously would have had to make the drive to Charlottesville.
In this weeks’ Live Well segment, find out more about the technology that will be available and how you can take advantage of the services.
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August 29, 2011
The new Martha Jefferson Hospital on Pantops Mountain is now open for business. More than 60 patients were moved from the old facility on Locust Avenue, to the new building, located at 500 Martha Jefferson Drive on Sunday, August 28th. Jim Haden, president, and Becky Owen, director of nursing, sta down with Rick and Jane from WINA Monday morning to share a wrap-up of the weekend event.
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August 22, 2011
With the big move to our new hospital on Pantops quickly approaching, Ron Cottrell, Vice President of Planning, and Barbara Elias, Replacement Hospital Project Director, sat down with Rick and Jane Monday to talk about the new hospital, and what people can expect come move day.
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February 7, 2011
Dr. Arun Prahash of Cardiovascular Associates of Charlottesville shared important information about recognizing symptoms of a heart event on WINA’s Live Well segment today in honor of Heart month. Even the smallest signs may be a warning that something is wrong, so the more you know, the better you’ll be able to take care of yourself and others.
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