Sudden cardiac arrest survivor Scott Hardwick nearly died multiple times in one day, but the quick thinking and action of his caregivers saved his life.
The day that Mary Grace Gundelfinger rang the bell to symbolically end her cancer treatments, she was joined by a lot of people who – like her – had been anxiously waiting for this moment.
In March 2018, Donald Tinnermann was facing an unexpected – and uncertain – future. Fortunately, after receiving care for more than a year at various medical facilities, including Fairfield Medical Center’s Wound Clinic, his life is finally back on track.
Glaucoma is the leading cause of irreversible blindness. It is often called “the sneak thief of sight” since there are no symptoms and once vision is lost unfortunately it is permanent. The best way to protect your sight from glaucoma is to get a comprehensive eye examination.
As with many cancer types, esophageal cancer has a greater chance of being treated if the disease is caught early. The key to surviving esophageal cancer is early detection.
Kidney stones are common and can be very painful. These deposits can be caused by a variety of factors, and there are lifestyle choices you can make that may help to prevent kidney stones.
As someone who has experienced a lot of cancer in her family, Tracy Simons has always been ultra-vigilant about her health.
Four out of five people don’t survive a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm, but Don Dupler was one of the lucky ones.
Patty Swinehart opted to undergo a lung cancer screening, a decision that proved to be lifesaving when the test uncovered two spots on her lung.
When Levi Vanatta required hospitalization following an RSV diagnosis, his care team at FMC pulled together to help him make a full recovery.
After a stroke affected the use of Terri Garrett’s left arm and hand, her therapy team at FMC helped her establish a plan of action to reclaim the mobility she had lost.
Primary care is truly at the heart of wellness. From disease management to general wellness (and everything in between), the Dum family knows they can always count on their primary care provider for guidance and support.
The Care Closet is a project of the FMC Foundation and Volunteer Services, and its mission is simple – to help patients and visitors during their time of need while making their stay a little bit brighter.
The proceeds from our Wishes Gift Shop benefit the FMC Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Fairfield Medical Center. As a non-profit, FMC relies on this support in order to address some of the more immediate needs of its patients.
Would you like to donate to our pediatric patients while they are at FMC? Check out our current Wish List. The pediatric patients and families thank you for your donation. Your generosity is much appreciated. A gift of toys, games or activity supplies can make a huge difference to families and their child while spending time in the hospital. Here is a list of some needed items.
At FHP General Surgery, we understand your procedure is only one one step on the path to healing. Our team offers pre-operative consultations to help you and your loved ones prepare for surgery and post-operative support and encourage you through recovery.
Our experienced team of providers offer specialized pulmonary care through a comprehensive approach to diagnosing, managing and treating a variety of lung-related ailments and risk factors.
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.
Women’s Health Therapy services are related to incontinence and pelvic floor disorders, including pelvic floor dysfunction, urinary stress, urinary incontinence and pelvic pain or weakness.
The winter season is a beautiful time of year, but it also packs a powerful punch when it comes to our health. Give your heart a little love this winter by taking precautions before you head outdoors.
If you notice that heartburn is regularly keeping you up at night or preventing you from enjoying your favorite foods, you could have a more serious problem known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). If left untreated, this condition can increase the risk of esophageal cancer, which is one of the fastest-growing cancers in the U.S.