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As a Black OBGYN near Indianapolis, Dr. Valerie Gathers has a special interest in caring for women of color at Riverview Health

4 Reasons Prenatal Care is Key to a Healthy Mom and Baby

Published by Riverview Health on February 23, 2021

If you were suddenly diagnosed with a serious illness or medical problem, you’d probably book the first appointment to seek out guidance and treatment from your healthcare provider, right? Pregnancy––though a temporary health condition––shouldn’t be any different. Finding maternity care and an OB/GYN doctor is even more important as the maternal mortality rate in the […]

Posted in Maternity, Pregnancy, Women's Health | Tagged maternity, OB, OB/GYN, obstetrics, Pregnancy, womens health
Overcoming Chronic Pain with Technology

Overcoming Chronic Pain with Technology

Published by Riverview Health on February 11, 2021

For most, pain is something that can be dealt with by taking an occasional over-the-counter medication. But for others, treatment of chronic pain can become a complex issue—taking a toll both physically and emotionally. Unfortunately, this was the case for Angie Purcell. Angie has lived in Hamilton County for over 30 years. She loves spending […]

Posted in Patient Story | Tagged back pain, hip, interventional pain, joint pain, pain management, radiofrequency ablation
Another Shot at Life

Another Shot at Life

Published by Riverview Health on February 9, 2021

Standing atop the bleachers in the Tipton High School gymnasium, Randy Bagley gazes down the steps and grins as he breathes a sigh of triumph. A few years ago, something as simple as climbing stairs without running out of breath would have felt close to impossible for Randy. In fact, he nearly had coaches call […]

Posted in Heart and Vascular Health | Tagged Heart Attack, heart scan
Just Above the Waves

Just Above the Waves

Published by Riverview Health on January 11, 2021

Charismatic. Type-A. Determined. Sharon Marcotte is a self-starter who loves to be on the go. She can often be found traveling with her husband of 54 years, John, in their motorhome. Her world stopped, however, in June 2019 when she discovered a marble-sized lump in her left breast. Sharon was a nurse for 50 years, […]

Posted in Cancer, Patient Story, Rehabilitation | Tagged breast cancer, chemotherapy, Lymphedema, Lymphedema Awareness, rehab & fitness
Pregnancy and Birth During COVID-19: How to Prepare

Pregnancy and Birth During COVID-19: How to Prepare

Published by Riverview Health on December 1, 2020

While pregnancy during the COVID-19 pandemic is full of unknowns, there are many things you can do to help protect yourself and your infant. Here are some tips from the Riverview Health OB/GYN physicians and hospitalists to help keep your growing family safe. Before Delivery Practice good hand hygiene. It may sound overly simple, but […]

Posted in Maternity, Women's Health | Tagged COVID-19, Pregnancy
What to Expect When Delivering at Riverview Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic

What to Expect When Delivering at Riverview Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Published by Riverview Health on December 1, 2020

To those who are delivering here soon at Riverview Health during the COVID-19 pandemic—take a deep breath. We know that there is a lot of uncertainty right now and you may be feeling anxious. Please rest assured that the Riverview Health maternity team is doing everything possible to ensure a healthy environment for your labor, […]

Posted in Maternity, Pregnancy, Women's Health | Tagged COVID-19, delivery, labor, Pregnancy
A Tall Order: Beating Breast Cancer and Lymphedema

A Tall Order: Beating Breast Cancer and Lymphedema

Published by Riverview Health on November 24, 2020

Shannon Watson’s phone began to ring. As a Riverview Health employee herself, she quickly recognized the number as her doctor’s office. Shannon excused herself from her desk to take the call in private. During the call Shannon got the news she had been fearing—she had breast cancer. Once back at her desk, the severity of […]

Posted in In Our Community, Patient Story, Rehabilitation, Women's Health | Tagged breast cancer, Lymphedema, Lymphedema Awareness, occupational therapy, physical therapy
#MyFocus: Get to Know Annie Walker, FNP

#MyFocus: Get to Know Annie Walker, FNP

Published by Riverview Health on November 24, 2020

Outgoing. Caring. Dedicated. These are words that are used to describe Annie Walker, a family nurse practitioner at Riverview Health Physicians Westfield Medical. A former emergency room nurse for 16 years, Annie is an experienced caregiver who prides herself on providing personalized care to her patients. To help her patients get to know her better, […]

Posted in Family Medicine | Tagged #MyFocus, family medicine, nurse practitioner
#MyFocus: Meet Dr. Ashley Seidner

#MyFocus: Meet Dr. Ashley Seidner

Published by Riverview Health on October 15, 2020

Meet Ashley Seidner, DO, a physician at Riverview Health Physicians OB/GYN. Dr. Seidner enjoys educating, empowering and caring for women while building long-lasting relationships with her patients. Dr. Seidner believes it’s her privilege to advocate for women and to provide high-quality care for them through all stages of their lives—from adolescence to maternity, menopause and […]

Posted in Maternity, Pregnancy, Women's Health | Tagged #MyFocus, OB/GYN, Pregnancy, pregnant, women's health
#MyFocus: Get to Know Dr. Neha Yakhmi

#MyFocus: Get to Know Dr. Neha Yakhmi

Published by Riverview Health on October 6, 2020

Meet Neha Yakhmi, MD, an allergy and immunology physician at Riverview Health Physicians Allergy & Immunology. Whether you have a concern regarding asthma, environmental allergies or immune deficiency, Dr. Yakhmi can provide the support you need. As a new physician at Riverview Health, we decided to ask Dr. Yakhmi a few questions to get to […]

Posted in Allergy & Immunology | Tagged #MyFocus, allergies, allergy, immunology
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