Calling all creatives! We're hosting a community wide “Name the New Robot” contest now through October 15. To enter the contest or learn more about Robotic-Assisted Surgery at Lake Cumberland, jump over to http://lakecumberlandrobotics.com/
Check out this video of Dr. Michael McKinney, interventional cardiologist at Lake Cumberland Cardiology Associates, explaining how your heart is like a house. 💙🏠💙 https://youtu.be/qE897sNdvXA
If you need a plumber, electrician, or contractor for your heart - you can schedule an appointment with Dr. McKinney by calling 606.678.0599.
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Your Heart Is A House
This week's tip Schoolhouse Health tip is from Southern Middle School's nurse, Kelli Shannon. She talks about stress and how important it is to stress less! What are your favorite ways to help your child combat stress?
Did you know, our nurses can now see students virtually even if they haven't returned to the classroom yet? Call 606.451.2756 to schedule a telemedicine appointment today! And don't forget to download your consent forms at lakecumberlandhospital.com/schoolhouse-health.
#BacktoSchool #healthyatschool #healthykids #schoolnurse
We are thrilled to announce the addition of a new surgical robot at Lake Cumberland! The robot, located tableside in the operating room, allows a surgeon's hand movements to be scaled, filtered, and translated into precise movements of micro-instruments at the surgical site. Read all about it here: https://www.lakecumberlandhospital.com/news/lake-cumberland-regional-hospital-unveils-new-surgical-robot
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Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Unveils New Surgical Robot | Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States and the second leading cause in people aged 10-34. We can work together to change that! Learn more at seizetheawkward.org. #SuicidePreventionAndAwarenessMonth
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Seize the Awkward | Talk With A Friend About Mental Health
It is always important and okay for you to contact your child’s pediatrician about any health or wellness issues your child may be experiencing, or that you may have questions about – from minor injuries to colds and viruses and other, more serious health conditions. In fact, it’s especially important right now to stay alert to your child’s health.
Need a pediatrician? Call 800.424.DOCS and we'll get you connected to one today!
It's the first day back to in-person school for many students today! Watch this quick video from local school nurses about all the ways we're helping keep students safe, healthy, and ready to learn this academic year - even if you're still learning remotely from home - all with Lake Cumberland Schoolhouse Health! 🍎✏️📚
https://youtu.be/v9H11PCH0t4
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What You Need to Know About: Schoolhouse Health, and going back to school during a pandemic!
You've got 5 more days to enter our "Name the New Robot" contest at lakecumberlandrobotics.com ! Don't miss your chance to enter --- and while you're at it, check out all the cool features on this new surgical system!
Check out our most recent interview with Dr. Joseph Eid, Minimally Invasive General, Robotic & Bariatric Surgeon. Dr. Eid is now accepting patients at Lake Cumberland Surgery Specialists. Appointments can be made by calling 606.425.4298.
https://youtu.be/-nCEqYtL9hM
Learn more about our new surgical robot at https://www.lakecumberlandhospital.com/robot.
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Introducing Dr. Joseph Eid, Minimally Invasive General & Robotic Surgeon
This week's Schoolhouse Health tip is from nurse, Greta Mounce of Science Hill. She talks about the importance of staying hydrated!
Did you know, our nurses can now see students virtually even if they haven't returned to the classroom yet? Call 606.451.2756 to schedule a telemedicine appointment today! And don't forget to download your consent forms at lakecumberlandhospital.com/schoolhouse-health.
It’s time to roll up your sleeve – and protect yourself from the flu. Make getting your flu shot a priority and be sure to encourage your friends and family to do the same. Learn more at: http://ow.ly/1IyO50BGxsS
#GetVaccinated #StayHealthy #FluShot
We always strive to create a place where you choose to come for healthcare, and your safety and quality of care have never been a higher priority than right now. Our team of healthcare heroes, at all of our practices, are here for you and taking the extra steps to ensure safe care, including enhanced cleaning and disinfecting procedures, daily staff screenings, mask requirements and social distancing in waiting areas. We’re working hard so you can feel confident when coming to us for care. Learn more about how we’re creating a safe place of care for you. http://ow.ly/J4ZV50BGxm0
#PatientCenteredCareAwarenessMonth #YourHealthOurHeroes
As we continue to put the health and safety of our patients and employees at the forefront, your care may look different than usual. When you visit, you’ll notice our staff wearing a variety of personal protective equipment (PPE) during your time with us. Rest assured that it’s just another way we’re working to keep everyone safe and promote a healthy community for all.
#DontFearOurSafetyGear #MyMaskProtectsYou #YourMaskProtectsMe #KeepingOurCommmunitySafe
Today is #TakeBackDay from 10 am to 2 pm! Don’t forget to bring your unused or expired prescription medications (pills or patches only) to Walgreens, Pulaski County Sheriff's Department, Pulaski County 911 Center or Somerset Police Department to safely dispose of them today. Thanks for your support of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day! #DEATakeBack
This week's Schoolhouse Health tip is from nurse, Carolyn Carman of Eubank Elementary. Carolyn is sharing some great info on backpack safety!
For more information about Schoolhouse Health or to schedule a telemedicine appointment, call 606.451.2756. And don't forget to download your consent forms at lakecumberlandhospital.com/schoolhouse-health.
It’s time to clean out the medicine cabinet! Lake Cumberland Physician Practices is proud to support National Prescription Drug Take Back Day this Saturday, October 24, from 10 am to 2 pm. Bring any unused or expired prescription medications (pills or patches only) to one of the following drop-off sites in our community to safely dispose of them: Walgreens, Pulaski County Sheriff's Office, Pulaski 911 Center, and Somerset Police Department.
Thanks for helping to keep our community safe!
For more information, visit https://takebackday.dea.gov/. #MakingCommunitiesHealthier #MedicationSafety #TalkAboutYourMedicinesMonth
We are so excited to announce that our new robot will now officially go by the name of "Rosie," after Pulaski County native, Rosie the Riveter!
We had several entries for the name Rosie, but after a random selection, Nate Pilcher was the contestant with the winning entry and will receive the Amazon gift card! Everyone else that suggested Rosie will be getting a mini robot in the mail.
Thank you to everyone who participated! To learn more about Rosie, visit http://lakecumberlandrobotics.com/.
#MeetRosie #LCRHRobotics
We all play an important role in helping to prevent the spread of illnesses like COVID-19. Wearing a mask is one of the most effective ways to slow the spread and help prevent infections. Brush up on what types of masks are most effective and don’t forget to leave home with yours! #InternationalInfectionPreventionWeek #IIPW
The ongoing pandemic will cause this holiday season to look a bit different and be a bit more complicated to navigate. Check out our tips and advice for celebrating the season as safely as possible while ensuring that you’re doing what you can to protect yourself and your community. lakecumberlandhospital.com/news/celebrating-safely
#COVID19 #HolidaySafety #CelebratingSafely
The science says it all. Masks work and they’ve helped slow the spread of COVID-19. Let’s #MaskUp and save lives together. Learn more: everymaskup.com
Lake Cumberland and Lifepoint Health join thousands of hospitals nation wide today in a joint effort to encourage American's to #MASKUP - help do your part to slow the spread of Coronavirus, protect our healthcare workers on the front lines, and ensure that all of us have a safe and healthy holiday season! Learn more about this national campaign at everymaskup.com.
We're celebrating the season by giving thanks and giving back! This Thanksgiving, team members, local charitable organizations and the people they serve will have a more bountiful table, thanks to our annual turkey and ham distribution! #HappyThanksgiving
This week's Schoolhouse Health tip is from nurse, Katharine Corder of Meece Middle School. To go along with last week's post on the importance of getting adequate sleep, Katharine is sharing a few tips on how we can achieve this!
Did you know your child can receive care virtually even if they aren't in school?! Call 606.451.2756 to make a telemedicine appointment today! And don't forget to download your consent forms at lakecumberlandhospital.com/schoolhouse-health.
To help ensure the safety of our patients, providers, employees and community, all of our LCRH facilities and employed practices have implemented a zero-visitor* protocol effective immediately. Only patients receiving medical care will be permitted at this time.
For additional information on our COVID-19 health and safety measures and for continued updates, please visit us online at
lakecumberlandphysicianpractices.com/coronavirus-covid-19-preparedness-information.
THANK YOU for your cooperation and understanding while we stay focused on providing high-quality care.
#LCPP #covid19 #MakingCommunitiesHealthier
As Black History Month continues, we pay tribute to Dr. Marilyn Hughes Gaston. Dr. Gaston experienced a lack of access to care firsthand as a child and has worked to ensure other Black families enjoy expanded access to care as part of her role as the first Black female director of a public health agency in the U.S. #BlackHistoryMonth
As Black History Month continues, we pay tribute to Dr. Marilyn Hughes Gaston. Dr. Gaston experienced a lack of access to care firsthand as a child and has worked to ensure other Black families enjoy expanded access to care as part of her role as the first Black female director of a public health agency in the U.S. #BlackHistoryMonth
In honor of American Heart Month, it's time to show your heart some love. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is offering cardiac calcium scoring as a safe, painless way for doctors to detect potential heart problems in advance. #AmericanHeartMonth #HeartHealth
A referral from a provider is required. Call your primary care doctor or cardiologist to schedule a Cardiac Calcium Scoring test today. Don't have a primary care physician? Call 800.424.DOCS and we'll get you connected to one today!
With the Super Bowl this Sunday, it’s a good time to remember that the safest way to celebrate an event right now is at home with those you live with, or virtually via a video conference platform like FaceTime or Zoom. Even as more people get their vaccinations, it is important to continue practicing safe behaviors – including mask-wearing, social distancing and good hand hygiene. Visit the link below to learn more about COVID-cautious small gatherings and get inspired by some creative ideas for watching the big game safely. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays/small-gatherings.html
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Today, we honor Dr. Charles DeWitt Watts (1917-2004). The first African American board-certified surgeon in the state of North Carolina, Dr. Watts spent more than half a century breaking barriers to care that have been traditionally placed on Black communities and changing the landscape of care in his state. #BlackHistoryMonth
Together, all of our actions matter. Today, on #WorldCancerDay, who are you and what will you do to reduce the impact of #cancer for yourself, the people you love and the world? Speak up, stand up and take action. #IAmAndIWill
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