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MISCELLANEOUSSt. Joseph’s/Candler seeing success in new emergen...
Apr 11, 2018
St. Joseph’s/Candler implemented a new emergency department intake process one year ago with a goal to get patients in a room and seen by physicians faster. Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSDo you know your numbers? Here’s an explanation of...
Jan 25, 2018
Just as important as seeing your doctor regularly is understanding what he or she is telling you. Here's a look at what all those numbers mean. Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSAllergic to penicillin? You may want to be tested ...
Nov 9, 2017
Ninety percent of those who think they are allergic to penicillin are found not to be. The benefits of penicillin are numerous, so if you think you are allergic to the antibiotic you may want to be ha... Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSHow CyberKnife® technology is helping patients wit...
Oct 19, 2017
CyberKnife® technology is making strides in improving the quality of life in patients with non-cancerous conditions. Agnes Anderson tells her story of how one CyberKnife® treatment eliminated her debi... Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSWhy can’t I wear nail polish during surgery?
Aug 24, 2017
St. Joseph’s/Candler has guidelines in place for surgery patients for their protection, including not wearing nail polish or jewelry during your procedure. Here are seven guidelines you should be awar... Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSHow oxygen is used to treat chronic wounds with hy...
Jul 6, 2017
Oxygen at 100 percent is a great drug to treat chronic wounds in a process called hyperbaric oxygen therapy. It’s one of several services offered at the Center for Hyperbarics and Wound Care to help p... Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSSeven ways ultrasounds are used for non-invasive s...
May 18, 2017
Ultrasounds are used for more than just pregnancy screenings. At St. Joseph’s/Candler, ultrasound scans can help determine the cause of pain, swelling and much more. Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSGeneric vs. name-brand medications: Five frequentl...
May 11, 2017
Physicians and pharmacists are often asked, ‘Should I take name-brand or generic medications?’ The answer is typically generic. Here are some frequently asked questions surrounding generic drugs. Continue Reading -
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MISCELLANEOUSHere’s what you should look for when selecting a n...
May 2, 2017
Finding a primary care physician that’s right for you and your family deserves careful consideration but doesn’t have to be stressful. Our St. Joseph’s/Candler primary care physician in Bluffton offer... Continue Reading