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  • Ozempic Shortage: What You Need to Know

     Learn all you need to know about Ozempic, the shortage, and what to do if you’re a person with diabetes currently taking Ozempic to keep you healthy in 2023.

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  • Medical West is Raising Awareness for Heart Disease

    This February, Medical West is celebrating American Heart Month by raising awareness of this silent killer. Learn more about the signs of heart disease today!

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  • New Hospital Coming 2024

    Learn about our new, state-of-the-art facility opening in 2024! 

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  • Your Medical Records/Billing Information Is Now Just a Click Away!

     Click here to request your medical records. 

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  • COVID-19: VISITOR UPDATE

    COVID-19 TEMPORARY VISITOR GUIDELINES FOR MEDICAL WEST

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  • Medical West Approved to Build New Facility in Western Jefferson County

     Medical West has received state clearance to build a replacement hospital near I-459 in McCalla. 

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  • What is causing your lower back pain?

     Are you suffering from back pain? You are far from alone. In fact, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, more than 80-percent of American adults experience back pain at some point in their lifetime.

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  • What is the difference between family medicine and internal medicine?

     When it comes to needing a certain physician, some things are pretty clear. Did you find out you were pregnant? You turn to an obstetrician. Were you recently diagnosed with an arrythmia? You request the assistance of a cardiologist.

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  • Why do you need a family medicine physician?

     We all want to live a long, healthy life. However, if we do not have our health, how are we fully able to enjoy each and every day?

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  • Do I need to go to the emergency room?

     When an emergency occurs, it is important to act fast!

    According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 131 million emergency room visits occur every year. Our ED Care Team at the Medical West Emergency Department is here to assist you when undergoing a medical emergency and to provide you with the best care possible to get you feeling better.

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  • Understanding the pieces involved in autism

     “Children with autism are colourful - they are often very beautiful and, like the rainbow, they stand out.”― Adele Devine

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that approximately one in every 59 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder in the United States. While boys are four times more likely to receive an autism diagnosis than girls, autism can occur in both genders and is usually diagnosed around the age of four.

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  • The Importance of Finding a General Internist

     There comes a time when specific, medical services are needed. You break a leg? You call an orthopedist. Find out you are pregnant? You make an appointment with an obstetrician.

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  • Why It's Important to Establish a Primary Care Physician

    In today’s society, many adults are not visiting a health-care physician nor a primary care physician at all. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, only approximately 84% of adults living in the United States saw a health-care provider at least once last in 2017.

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  • Vaccinations Don't Only Protect You - They Protect Others, Too!

    Let’s face it. Any topic can be up for debate. By now, you have probably heard the pros and cons to vaccinations. However, the truth still remains that vaccinations help protect us (and others!) from infectious diseases.

     

    Our team at Medical West wants to dig deeper into the importance of vaccinations and why you should consider making a visit to our medical facility if you are unsure whether or not you are up-to-date on your vaccinations.  

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  • Regain Your Quality of Life by Overcoming Allergy Season

    Spring has sprung! The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and the pollen is flowing!


    According to the Food and Drug Administration, more than 36 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergies. Fortunately, if you are one of them, Michael Latshaw, MD, otolaryngology specialist/ENT and his team at Medical West are here to help you live your best life by finding allergy relief this season!

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  • Aching back and neck?

     Medical West doctor explains benefits of breast reduction surgery.

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  • Sunscreen Do's and Don'ts

    Summertime! Let’s have some fun this summer and soak up the sun… but not so much that you get burned! It can be too much of a good thing!

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  • Medical West Keeps BCBS Tier 1 Ranking

    Medical West is pleased to announce that they have retained a Tier 1 status with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. 

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  • Medical West Launches SafeChx Technology

    Medical West launches new registration technology to protect patients' medical identity.

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  • FED Grand Opening May 5th

     Alabama's first Freestanding Emergency Department will be open to the public on May 5th

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  • Medical West Breaks Ground on Alabama's First Freestanding Emergency Department in Hoover

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  • Renovations Underway at Medical West

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  • Medical West Earns Top Performer Recognition from the Joint Commission

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  • Hospital CEOs Sign Tributes to Organ, Eye and Tissue Donors

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  • Health Benefits of Blood Donation

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  • Medical West Offers Free Prostate Screenings

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  • Diabetes Patient Educates Peers on Managing Diabetes

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  • Communication in Hospitals: Ensuring a Two-Way Street

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  • Help Alabama Hospitals Keep Costs Low for Patients

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  • Scale Back Alabama is Just Around the Corner!

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  • Medical West Achieves New Status as Accredited Chest Pain Center

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  • Medical West Introduces New State-of-the-Art Imaging Technology

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  • Medical West Psychiatric Unit Expansion and Renovation

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  • Medical West Wins 2012 Business of the Year

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  • Check out the Medical West Facebook Offer!

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  • Are You on the Right Medications?

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  • Medical West First in State to Adopt New Surgical Technology

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  • Know Your Signs and Symptoms

    Knowing the five major signs of a heart attack can save your life!

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  • Medical West Installs New Technology To Improve Health Quality Compliance

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  • March is National Nutrition Month

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  • 8 Simple Ways to Prevent Heart Disease

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  • Keeping Healthy Resolutions on Track

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  • Medical West Welcomes Dr. Frank Miller, Internal Medicine Physician

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  • Medical West Women's Center Undergoing Major Renovations

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  • Medical West Hosts Special Event for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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  • FREE Prostate Screenings

    Medical West will be offering FREE prostate screenings on Tuesday, September 27, 2011!

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  • September is National Cholesterol Education Month

    Get your cholesterol checked and take steps to lower it if it is high!

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  • Summer's Bounty

    Learn how to prepare and enjoy the season's best fruits and vegetables in a healthy manner!

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  • Back to School Immunizations

    Start this new school year off happy and healthy!

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  • The Causes of Foot and Ankle Pain

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  • Restless Legs Syndrome

    Think you may have RLS? Read about the symptoms and treatment options!

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  • 10 Tips for Healthy Summer Skin

    As summer temperatures keep rising, it is important to know the facts about skin care safety.

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  • "Fun Therapy" for Your Health

    Learn how having fun can impact your health and diabetes.

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  • Medical West Introduces Stryker's Mobile Bearing Hip

    Are you considering a hip replacement to alleviate your hip pain? With over 250,000 hip replacement surgeries performed in the United States each year, you are certainly in good company. Luckily, there is a high success rate associated with total hip replacement and the procedure has helped millions of people return to their more active lifestyles. Medical West Orthopaedic Surgeon, Dr. J. Dory Curtis, is thrilled to bring Stryker’s state-of-the art hip replacement technology to Medical West and the Bessemer community.

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