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Education & Support: A Path to Successfully Living with Diabetes

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed as prediabetic or diabetic, you aren’t alone – it’s estimated that 98 million Americans are prediabetic, and another 38 million live with diabetes. Fairfield Medical Center offers a Diabetes Self-Management Education/Support program that can help patients manage their condition to be free of complications, regardless of whether they are newly diagnosed or have lived with diabetes for years.

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Heart & Vascular Stories at Fairfield Medical Center

Fairfield Medical Center provides expert heart and vascular care for a variety of conditions. From diagnosis and disease management to emergent and lifesaving interventions, our team of board-certified physicians, advanced practice providers, skilled nurses and specialized technicians are prepared to work together to create positive outcomes.

If you are a patient who has had a positive cardiovascular experience at FMC and would like to share your story, please contact us by email at marketing@fmchealth.org.

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Make Heart Health Part of Your Self-Care Routine

Devoting a little time every day to care for yourself can go a long way toward protecting the health of your heart. Simple self-care, such as taking a moment to de-stress, giving yourself time to move more, preparing healthier meals, and not cheating on sleep can all benefit your heart.

Preventive cardiology: Be proactive in managing your risk of cardiovascular disease
Preventive Cardiology: Staying Ahead of Heart Disease

Preventive cardiology prioritizes identifying and managing cardiovascular risk factors before a heart attack ever occurs. At Fairfield Healthcare Professionals Cardiology, Jon Forquer, DO, is committed to curbing cardiac emergencies for his patients.

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Healthy Eating for a Happy Heart

When stress hits hard, many of us eat more, and less-than-healthy food and treats are often what we reach for first. But an unhealthy response to stress can be hard on your body, especially your heart.

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Understanding Cardiovascular Disease: A Glossary

This glossary will help you get to know common cardiovascular references. When you understand the language, you can make more informed decisions for your health and your heart.

FMC Offers Cutting-Edge TCAR for Carotid Artery Stenosis

Fairfield Medical Center is now offering TCAR (transcarotid artery revascularization), a hybrid treatment option for those living with carotid artery stenosis.

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Fairfield Medical Center Explores Partnership

Fairfield Medical Center recently signed a non-binding letter of intent to explore the possibility of a formal partnership with OhioHealth. With this document in place, the non-profit organizations can begin sharing key information between parties to identify opportunities for expanded care and services in Fairfield County and beyond.

Lancaster banks donate AEDs to nonprofit groups
Local Banks Donate AEDs to Fairfield Co. Non-Profits

Three local banks – Fairfield Federal Savings & Loan, Friendly Bremen Banking Center and Park National Bank – donated a total of 30 AEDs to non-profit organizations in Fairfield County.

FMC Introduces New Ablation Technology

Fairfield Medical Center becomes first in state to use Medtronic’s new ablation technology, a quick and efficient treatment option for patients with paroxysmal or persistent atrial fibrillation.

FMC Reunites Cardiac Arrest Survivors with Caregivers

On Thursday, March 21, Fairfield Medical Center recognized eight patients – ranging in age from 10 to 72 years – who beat the odds of surviving cardiac arrest and honored the individuals who served as vital links in their chains of survival.

Midwifery Care at Fairfield Medical Center

At Fairfield Medical Center, you can have the best of both worlds – the experience of a midwife-led delivery with the reassurance that a physician is close by if needed. 

Colonoscopy Preparation: Combatting Colonoscopy Fears

From the dreaded prep work to the fear of a cancer diagnosis, colonoscopies can stir up a lot of anxiety. If you have been putting yours off or are preparing to have one for the first time, keep reading. Colonoscopies aren’t as frightening as you may think – and they can save your life.

Managing Heart Failure

The Heart Failure Clinic at Fairfield Medical Center is not only dedicated to treating your heart failure. It’s dedicated to helping you live your fullest life by teaching you how to manage your condition.

How to Approach New Year’s Resolutions

Registered dietitian Emily Schmelzer shares advice on setting goals in 2024 as well as creative alternatives to New Year’s resolutions.

Tips for a Healthy Holiday

Did you know the average American will experience a half- to two-pound weight gain each holiday season? This additional weight tends to accumulate over several years, which can have a gradual – yet noticeable – impact on health. Here are some tips for a healthy and balanced holiday.

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Cholesterol-Lowering Injections and Reducing Risk for Cardiovascular Disease

Lifestyle modifications and medications, like statins, are commonly the of first step in managing cholesterol and lipid levels. Injectable therapies, however, may provide an additional tool for lowering “bad” cholesterol and reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.

March 8 Blood Drive Open to Community Members

Kick off the Spring season by donating blood to those in need! Register to give on Friday, March 8, at FMC’s Main Campus. Appointments are available from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Reserve your spot by contacting Donna Stebelton at donnast@fmchealth.org or 740-687-8140.

According to the Red Cross, donors with all blood types are urgently needed, especially those with types O, A negative and B negative.

Community Heart Watch Donates AED to Perry Co. Gym

Through its Community AED program, which has placed more than 400 of the life-saving devices in community areas or public places, Community Heart Watch was able to donate an AED to Polly Pletcher, owner of New Dimensions Tan & Fitness.

Fairfield County Foundation Supports “Heart Safe” Mission

While Fairfield Medical Center serves as the fiscal agent for Community Heart Watch, many of their valuable initiatives are funded by donations and grants from organizations across the region. In 2022, the Fairfield County Foundation awarded the group $19,525 to further their lifesaving mission.

EsoGuard: Simple Test to Detect Dangerous Esophageal Changes

For patients who are at higher-risk for esophageal cancer and may or may not experience heartburn occasionally, EsoGuard is a good screening tool to check for abnormal cells.

Preventive Cardiology: Advanced Imaging and Screenings

“Preventive cardiology is where we get to work on keeping that first heart attack from ever happening,” explained Jonathan Forquer, DO, of Fairfield Healthcare Professionals Cardiology. “When we can identify cardiac disease early using things like coronary artery calcium (CAC) scores, we can get ahead on a patient’s health.”

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Diagnosing Rheumatoid Arthritis

According to Dr. Mascarenhas, rheumatoid arthritis is one of the most common forms of inflammatory arthritis treated in her practice. The condition tends to affect women more than men, with age of diagnosis occurring as early as the 20s or 30s and a spike in incidence among post-menopausal women.

March Kicks Off Colorectal Awareness Month

Starting at age 45, both men and women who do not have a family history of colorectal cancer are encouraged to have a colonoscopy, according to recommendations from the American Cancer Society. Known as the second deadliest cancer in the United States, colorectal cancer encompasses any cancer that starts in the colon or rectum. It often begins as benign polyps that cause little to no symptoms. By the time patients begin experiencing symptoms, which can include change in bowel habits, abdominal discomfort and rectal bleeding, the cancer may already be in the advanced stages.

Celebrating One Year of Robotic Surgery at Fairfield Medical Center

Since its introduction in February 2022, more than 400 patients have benefitted from Fairfield Medical Center’s robotic surgery program, which provides access to advanced lung biopsy technology and minimally invasive surgical techniques.

Understanding Chest Pain

Without a medical provider, there is no simple way to tell whether or not chest pain is associated with the heart. Learning more about causes and characteristics can help you be better prepared to put your health first.

Fisher Catholic High School Accredited as Heart Safe

In December 2022, Fisher Catholic High School in Lancaster received a three-year Heart Safe School Accreditation from Community Heart Watch.

Local Parks Receive Heart Safe Park Designation from Community Heart Watch

Three local parks – Rising Park in Lancaster, Alt Park in Baltimore and Buckeye Lake State Park – recently earned the designation of a “Heart Safe Park” from Community Heart Watch.

FMC Expands Electrophysiology Program, Treatment

Fairfield Medical Center’s comprehensive cardiovascular program is investing in technology to expand care and treatment options for patients with arrhythmias, or abnormal heart rhythms.

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Provider Podcast: Navigating GERD with Dr. Jeffrey Yenchar

Dr. Jeffrey Yenchar discusses GERD and acid reflux, including symptoms and lasting solutions through robotic surgery.