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• A Time of Unprecedented Change in Healthcare

  05/22/2012 |

  By now it’s no secret that we are living and working in a time of unprecedented change in healthcare. These changes, often referred to collectively as “accountable care,” will radically alter the way Americans receive healthcare in the future. Accountable care focuses on the value of care, not the volume. Healthcare value is determined by the quality of care and the associated costs… Read More

• Recipe of the Week: Summer Salad

  05/22/2012 | Bariatrics/Weight Loss

  1 large head of brocoli cut into 1/2 inch floretssalad 1 pint of grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes cut in half 1/3 c. chopped onion 8 oz cheese cubes (use 2% and cut in half) 1/2 package of turkey bacon (cooked until crispy and then cut in small pieces) In a medium bowl combine: 1 c. lt mayo 1/4 c. Splenda 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 3 Tbsp vinegar Pour over veggies and refrigerate.… Read More

• Upcoming Support Groups

  05/21/2012 | Bariatrics/Weight Loss

  May 22nd: 4:30 pm Open Office Join Dr. William Hilgendorf for this open discussion group regarding your progress in the program. This group is for pre and post op patients. 5:30 pm Total Body Fitness Get moving with Fitness Coach, Jillian McAfee. Challenge yourself to get moving this week! Pre and post op patients are welcome! 6 pm Support Groups On Track Open Discussion group for patients greater… Read More

• What Everyone Should Know About A Stroke

  05/18/2012 | Neuroscience

  It can happen while you’re sitting at the kitchen table, shopping at the mall or driving down the road. It’s a devastating medical emergency that affects nearly 800,000 Americans a year—occurring once a minute every day. We’re talking about stroke, the #1 cause of disability in the United States. What is Stroke? A stroke, or “brain attack,” occurs when blood flow… Read More

• From the OAC: Obesity Action Coalition & Obesity PPM Announce New Online Educational Initiative

  05/18/2012 | Bariatrics/Weight Loss

  News from the OAC! Obesity Action Coalition & Obesity PPM Announce New Online Educational Initiative by James Zervios, OAC Director of Communications To view a PDF version of this article, click here. “Mississippi considers restaurant ban for obese,” CBS News. “Health Reform Idea: Put down the Doughnut,” MSNBC.com. From the media to healthcare to the general public, there… Read More

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