When Lancaster resident Rich Martin was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2018, he committed to living healthier, showing gratitude and educations others. True to his mission, he will speak at the annual Cancer Care Run & Walk on Saturday, Oct. 11.
Join us for an exciting in-person conference featuring vendor displays, networking and continuing education. This event is open to everyone who can benefit from CME.
Together we are strong, and we will persevere through this surreal time. While it’s impossible to truly predict what kind of impact COVID-19 will have on our community, we are taking every step necessary to ready ourselves for the future.
When you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, you have specific dietary needs to best support optimal growth and development for baby.
As a woman, your health needs change through the course of your life. Whether you are getting ready to welcome a new baby, fighting breast cancer or caring for your body as you age, we offer a full range of preventive care and treatment options for every stage of life.
Every year, the FMC Foundation works with different organizations that want to help our mission by organizing fundraisers to support the Foundation. Donations can be earmarked for a specific fund, such as Cancer Care, Cardiovascular Care, or the Emergency Department, among others. Below is a look at some recent fundraisers that have directly impacted our community.
Dr. Jeffrey Yenchar discusses GERD and acid reflux, including symptoms and lasting solutions through robotic surgery.
Most adults require at least seven hours of sleep every night. Unfortunately, for many, getting that much-needed shut-eye can be a nightly struggle. Nearly two-thirds of adults in the U.S. experience regular sleep disruptions, such as sleep apnea, snoring and night terrors.
The heart must be steady. It must be sure, dependable, constant. These measures of a healthy heart also serve as the foundation of the commitment made to those who serve our heart patients at Fairfield Medical Center: we’re here for you when you need us most.
If you have persistent heartburn, chest pain, hoarseness in the morning, a dry cough or trouble swallowing, you may be suffering from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). The good news is that it’s treatable, and we can help.
Robotic-assisted lung biopsy offers a minimally invasive approach, quicker diagnosis and faster treatment for malignant lung nodules
When Shannon Russell experienced a frightening complication shortly after giving birth, she felt comforted knowing her OB/GYN would see her through it.
Fairfield Medical Center is one of just three Ohio hospital systems investing in Intuitive’s ION robotic technology, designed to beat lung cancer in the earliest stages of disease. The ability to biopsy suspicious nodules, regardless of size or location within the lung, will lead to faster treatment and better outcomes for those facing the life-changing diagnosis.
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.
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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.
Mike Landfried’s unbelievable determination to overcome a stroke that temporarily robbed him of his ability to speak and walk is inspiring other stroke patients.
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.
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.
As oncologist Dr. Kanwaljit Singh departs the hospital and community he served for several decades, his daughter, Dr. Avneet Singh, looks forward to carrying on the family’s legacy in medicine.
“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.”
When Catherine Brock, 33, discovered a lump in her breast during a self-exam, her care team at FMC moved quickly to diagnose and treat her cancer. Now she’s encouraging other women to be proactive when it comes to their breast health.
As the philanthropic branch of Fairfield Medical Center, our Foundation plays a vital role in expanding access to excellent medical care and wellness programs throughout our region.
A left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) procedure reduces the risk of stroke by eliminating a specific portion of the heart’s anatomy.