How Important is a Colonoscopy? Monday, March 20, 2023 | Azadeh Brumand, DO A colonoscopy is a potentially life-saving preventative screening test. Its primary role is preventing or finding colorectal cancer when it’s most treatable. Recommended every 10 years starting at age... READ MORE
Pinpointing Relief for Acute Low Back Pain Thursday, March 16, 2023 | Gregory Burkard Jr., DO Extensive snow removal can take a toll on your body, as repeated movements like shoveling the weight of snow is strenuous on your back. It causes weaker muscles to do more work and overstretches the s... READ MORE
Keep Interest in Your Exercise Program Thursday, March 16, 2023 | Barton Healthy Tips For children, exercise is play — and it’s enjoyable. Aerobic activities such as riding a bike, running, soccer, basketball, volleyball, hockey, dancing, and swimming are popular, and include an immens... READ MORE
Patient Safety: A Carefully Curated Puzzle Monday, March 13, 2023 | Dawn Evans Patient Safety Awareness Week — March 12 through 18 — is a time to recognize the daily efforts that go into ensuring patient safety in the healthcare setting and the teams who provide quality care for... READ MORE
Managing Hypertension Through Diet Monday, March 6, 2023 | Kristine Travis, MS RDN A high blood pressure diagnosis, or hypertension, can be scary, as it contributes significantly to the risk of heart attacks and strokes. While nearly half of all adults have hypertension, according t... READ MORE
Preserving Your Joints Friday, March 3, 2023 | Robert Rupp, MD Whether it be sports injuries or wear and tear, our knees, hips, and other joints encounter significant stress in an active lifestyle. This may lead to problems like osteoarthritis—a painful joint dis... READ MORE
Going Sledding? How to Keep your Cool Friday, February 17, 2023 | Targhee Oeveraas, MD Winter is in full force in Tahoe, and with it comes an influx of eager snowplayers. Sledding and snow tubing are sure to be among the winter activities that families pursue, and like many contact spor... READ MORE
Home Health and Hospice in the Mountains Wednesday, February 15, 2023 | Barton Health News Home health and hospice are challenging areas of health care even in perfect conditions. In Tahoe, added impacts of winter weather, tourism travel, and mountain passes can lead to the perfect storm. Y... READ MORE
Importance of Giving Blood Wednesday, February 15, 2023 | Matthew Wonnacott, MD According to the American Heart Association, every few seconds, someone in the U.S. is in need of a blood donation. Blood cannot be manufactured, it can only come from another person, making blood don... READ MORE
Preparing for Surgery—You’re in Good Hands Monday, February 13, 2023 | Barton Healthy Tips Preparing for elective surgery can be a time of excitement and anxiety. Evidence shows that comprehensive surgical preparation improves surgical outcomes, minimizes complications, and reduces recovery... READ MORE
Plant Based Snack Board Wednesday, February 8, 2023 | Barton Healthy Tips A plant based snack board is a great alternative to serve at your next party. Swap out the heavy cheese for healthy vegetables, and choose whole-grain crackers and pretzels to accompany your dips. Ing... READ MORE
A Guide to Pediatric Ear Infections Monday, February 6, 2023 | Alex Manteghi, MD Kids’ ear infections are a source of frustration for children, babies, and parents alike. They can be painful and persistent, making them a common reason families visit a care provider. According to t... READ MORE
Low Impact for Healthier Joints Wednesday, February 1, 2023 | Barton Healthy Tips Exercise provides amazing benefits for your body and mind, including higher self-esteem, better sleep, and improved physical health. Health experts recommend adults get 150 minutes of moderate-intensi... READ MORE
Health Care Provider: What’s In a Name? Wednesday, February 1, 2023 | Matthew Wonnacott, MD How an individual or family interacts with their healthcare team looks different than it did 10 or 20 years ago. With an increasing number of people needing healthcare services, a continuing focus on ... READ MORE
Is Arthritis Causing Your Hip Pain? Friday, January 27, 2023 | Robert Rupp, MD Hip osteoarthritis is often the cause of hip pain as we age. Osteoarthritis, or “wear and tear” arthritis, refers to the breakdown or degeneration of the cartilage that coats and protects the bone sur... READ MORE
Remembering Dr. Richard Steadman Tuesday, January 24, 2023 | Barton Health News We’re saddened to learn about the passing of Dr. J. Richard Steadman, a renowned orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine pioneer. In 1970 Dr. Steadman joined Tahoe Fracture Clinic, the orthopedic pract... READ MORE
Digging Out: Emotionally Tuesday, January 17, 2023 | Kelly Vial, FNPc We’ve weathered an intense series of storms; a seemingly endless cycle of too much wind, rain, and snow. And while winter is known as a tough time of year, this year has felt especially challeng... READ MORE
Give Your Immunity a Leg Up Monday, January 16, 2023 | Ariel Rearick, MS, RD The COVID-19 pandemic put a spotlight on our immune systems—a complex collection of cells and compounds that defend our bodies against infection. While vaccines are a proven first line of defense, we ... READ MORE
Reframe Your Resolution Wednesday, January 11, 2023 | Ryan Carr Setting goals is crucial to leading a life you love, having a sense of fulfillment, and being happy. The new year marks a great time to chart a course for personal, professional, and health-related go... READ MORE
Stay Safe and Informed About Flooding Tuesday, January 10, 2023 | Barton Health News Flooding is the most common natural disaster in the United States according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and mountain communities, especially those in or around burn scars from r... READ MORE