In 2017, Laura Walters was asked if she wanted to do a simple cheek swab for DKMS, an international registry that connects stem cell donors with patients who need a transplant. After agreeing to the swab, Laura – a nursing student at the time – was told that her chance of matching with someone were less than 1 percent; however, if they did find a match, she could end up saving that person’s life.
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can cause inflammation and pain in the body. This means the body’s immune system, which normally fights infections, mistakenly attacks healthy tissues and organs. Lupus can affect many parts the body, including the skin, joints, kidneys, heart, lungs and brain. Fairfield Healthcare Professionals Rheumatology is here to help you manage rheumatic conditions.
Almost five years ago, Michael Parrish had the first of what would be many conversations with oncology nurse navigator Holly Griffith. Like most newly diagnosed cancer patients, Michael arrived to that appointment feeling scared and uncertain; just weeks earlier, a trip to Fairfield Medical Center’s Emergency Department for severe stomach pain had led to a pancreatic cancer diagnosis and Michael had a lot of questions about what his future looked like in terms of treatment.
During cancer treatment, have you felt like you have trouble concentrating or focusing? Are you forgetting things like names, dates and numbers? You may be experiencing cognitive problems that people diagnosed with cancer often face during and after treatment, called “chemobrain.”
Several Fairfield Medical Center offices that were impacted by flood damage over the weekend have been temporarily relocated to ensure that patients can continue to receive these services without interruption. The impacted offices were all located in FMC’s Main Street Lancaster location in the Kroger shopping plaza off East Main Street. FMC’s Main Campus, located adjacent to these offices, remains open and was not impacted by the flooding.
Do you feel pain at the front of your knee, around your kneecap when running, playing sports or climbing stairs? Have you heard the term “runner’s knee”? Runner’s knee isn’t just for runners, and the term doesn’t describe just one type of injury. It’s a broad term that describes kneecap pain that can happen due to several problems.
Cancer-related side effects can make living your daily life frustrating or difficult. There are several side effects commonly experienced by cancer patients, but they can vary depending on the type of cancer, its location, the specific treatments used or the patient’s overall health. Read more about common side effects you may experience during cancer treatment.
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common hand condition that affects many adults. It can cause numbness and tingling in the hand and wrist. The providers at Fairfield Healthcare Professionals Orthopedics and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation can evaluate you for diagnosis and treatment.
On June 9, FMC cut the ribbon on its newly renovated cath lab, a project made possible thanks to a $1 million donation from the FMC Foundation.
You may have seen some information about biomarker testing when researching on the internet, but what is it? For many people with cancer, biomarker testing may provide useful information to their care team that could affect treatment plans.
Cancer Survivors Day is celebrated annually on the first Sunday in June. Friends, families and healthcare providers gather to raise awareness and education.
On May 13, the Frank S. Benson TWIG 7 celebrated their 75th anniversary with a luncheon attended by members of TWIG 7, the Inter-TWIG Council, and the FMC and FMC Foundation leadership teams. The luncheon included a presentation of TWIG 7’s history and legacy of support and concluded with a check presentation for $10,000 that was dedicated by TWIG 7 to support the FMC Continuity of Care Clinic.
Who are the people in blue smocks who help give our patients, visitors and staff a great experience? It’s elementary, my dear Watson! Fairfield Medical Center’s volunteers are truly clued in to caring, and we are honored to call them members of our team.
Fairfield Medical Center hosted a spring symposium on April 4 at the River Valley Campus that was specifically geared toward advanced practice providers in rural practice. The symposium offered education on a variety of topics that had been recommended by past symposium attendees and APPs in the community, as well as an opportunity for attendees to network with local specialists and vendors.
On Tuesday, March 25, TWIG One presented a check for $10,000 – proceeds from its 2024 Cancer Care Run – to the FMC Foundation.
The Beat Goes On is an event that reunites survivors of major cardiac events with the first responders and Fairfield Medical Center team members who cared for them. March 6, 2025, marked the third year FMC has hosted this celebration, which highlights the gift of second chances, the joy of new milestones and the long-lasting bonds that caregivers form with patients and their families.
The Southeastern Ohio United States Bowling Congress (USBC) #80771 recently presented a check for $20,000 to the Fairfield Medical Center Foundation’s Cancer Care Fund, which supports patients receiving cancer treatment at FMC. The money was raised through a single event called Strike Out Breast Cancer, which is hosted by the Southeastern Ohio USBC and held every October at Tiki Lanes in Lancaster.
Two nurses were honored with a Great Save Award on Jan. 17 at Fairfield Medical Center after they rescued a family member from drowning over Labor Day weekend. Great Save Awards are presented by Community Heart Watch to individuals who provide lifesaving intervention in situations where a person’s heart stops beating.
The City of Lancaster is no longer under a Precautionary Boil Water Advisory, and Fairfield Medical Center has returned to normal operations. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
At Fairfield Healthcare Professionals Psychiatry & Health Psychology, we understand that health goes beyond the physical body. Individual therapy is just one way our team of experts work to get you back to feeling your best.
Lung cancer is the deadliest type of cancer in the United States, and often has the lowest screening rates compared to any other type of cancer. Early detection saves lives.
Cancer survivorship begins the moment you receive a diagnosis forward. Survivorship is a journey marked by resilience, courage and strength, but you don’t have to do it alone.
When Jay Truesdell suffered a stroke in 2019, he was in the right place at the right time. A former physical therapist assistant, Jay had just arrived for his shift at Fairfield Medical Center when he decided to stop in the cafeteria for breakfast. While standing at the cash register, he began to experience a sharp pain in his head. Other symptoms, such as fatigue, weakness in his left arm and confusion, soon followed.
As long-time community partners and excellent surgeons, we are proud to welcome Jeffrey Yenchar, MD, David Robertson, MD, and Margaret Sawyer, MD – along with their dedicated team – to FHP.
It can be daunting to receive a cancer diagnosis and keep up with the medical terms you may hear throughout the process. The Cancer Services team at Fairfield Medical Center is here to help you with any questions you may have.
Emma Greeler and Lisa Craiglow, RNs in the Emergency Department, decided to lead the charge against the cold by collecting blanket donations for patients in need.
The FMC Police Department graciously joined the cause and took it upon themselves to keep several blankets in their cruisers and make deliveries to those who need extra assistance this winter.
Even a small blanket can really make a difference in someone’s life and help keep them moving forward.
Aces Against Cancer (AAC) is Amanda Clearcreek School’s community effort to “support the fighters, admire the survivors, honor the taken, and never, ever give up hope” of finding a cure for cancer. This year, they raised almost $25,000 and over the past 9 years, this initiative has raised over $164,000 toward cancer research and patient care!
With lung cancer leading as the most common cause of cancer death in the United States in both men and women, it is important to take the time to learn how you can lower your risk for the disease.
Rhonda Wood, who works in FMC’s Radiology Department, never thought a stroke would happen to her. That all changed on Christmas Day 2022 when she experienced sudden, unexplained numbness on her left side.
Fairfield Medical Center is pleased to welcome Julie Grow as the new Chief Financial Officer. Julie joined the FMC team in August, and will manage the organization’s financial planning and accounting practices, as well as its relationship with lending institutions, board members and the financial community. She will also be responsible for evaluating FMC’s financial performance in regard to strategic goals, budgets and forecasts.