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Dr. Hoffman turns to fellow MVSC surgeon Dr. Dolphin for his own procedure
July 12, 2024
Choosing the right provider for any surgery takes trust and confidence. That was no different when one of Mississippi Valley Surgery Center’s own orthopaedic surgeons, Dr. John Hoffman, needed surgery himself as he was experiencing significant leg pain that became…
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Girl on the Go: One Athlete’s Story of Recovery
July 10, 2024
More than three million girls in the U.S. play at least one high school sport. Among the most popular are volleyball, soccer and softball. Penny Kline plays all three. The 14-year-old Geneseo girl started playing sports when she was just…
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Why Patients Choose Outpatient Surgery Centers
June 28, 2024
The Surgery Center Next Door: Why Patients Choose Outpatient Surgery Centers Between vacations, kids’ activities and enjoying the sunshine, summer is a jam-packed season. If you’re planning to have a surgical procedure, don’t assume it will derail your summer. Depending…
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How ENT Specialists Can Help Solve Sinus and Sleep Problems
May 3, 2024
Getting Ahead of Your Health: How ENT Specialists Can Help Solve Sinus and Sleep Problems Summer brings sunshine and warm weather – but for many people, winter cold symptoms may linger or allergies might be flaring up. Finding real, long-lasting…
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Thank a Nurse: Celebrating National Nurses Week
April 11, 2024
Thank a Nurse: Celebrating National Nurses Week No matter what your medical needs are, one of the people you’ll likely meet on your journey to wellness is a nurse. There are about five million registered nurses in the U.S., providing…
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Stop the Spread of Germs: How Healthcare Safety Practices Evolved in a Post-COVID World
April 1, 2024
There have been many long-lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. One that remains top of mind for many is more established habits to prevent the spread of germs at home, at work and in the classroom. Those include handwashing, use…
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Recognizing Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
February 12, 2024
Understanding the Importance of Local, Preventative Screenings As 2024 calendars fill with birthdays, vacations, weddings and more, it’s important to prioritize other calendar events like routine physicals, screenings and exams. While often less exciting to have on the schedule, these…
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Breathing Easy: Solving Sinus Problems Can Improve Your Quality Of Life
February 1, 2024
Breathing Easy: Solving Sinus Problems Can Improve Your Quality Of Life Have you ever been stuck in a constant cycle of sinus problems, cold symptoms and antibiotics – but couldn’t find real, long-lasting relief? Rick Basala knew that miserable feeling.…
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Feel Your Best in the New Year: How to Take Control of Your Gut Health
December 21, 2023
New year, new you! Many people use January as a time to reset and introduce some healthy habits, especially after the decadence of the holiday season. But if you’ve tried it all and you still don’t feel quite right, it…
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Less Pain, Faster Recovery: Quad Cities’ Total Joint Surgery Transformed by Certified Experts Utilizing Mako SmartRobotics™
November 16, 2023
When patients move easier, with less pain and can return to their favorite activities – it’s nothing short of lifechanging. These transformative success stories have become the standard for total joint surgeons at Orthopaedic Specialists located on Dexter Court in…
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An Expert Look at Health for Couples Hoping to Conceive
October 27, 2023
Frequently Asked Questions on Fertility and Reproductive Health: An Expert Look at Health for Couples Hoping to Conceive Kourtney Kardashian. Paris Hilton. Chrissy Teigen. All A-list women who’ve been open about their fertility and pregnancy journeys. While their stories are…
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Scoping Out Solutions: Utilizing Investments in Technology to Improve Outcomes for Patients with Hip Pain
October 10, 2023
When you think about sports-related injuries, knees and shoulders may come to mind first. But for many athletes – specifically those who play football, hockey, soccer or dance – issues often arise in the hip joints after years of repetitive…
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