Here's To Your Health - CCMH Denison

In this episode of Here's to Your Health , host Brandi Ruskell, Marketing Specialist CCMH, talks with Dr. David Wright, CCMH General Surgeon, about tonsillectomies and adenoidectomies. Learn the difference between these common procedures, the signs and symptoms that may indicate surgery is needed, what families can expect on surgery day, and what recovery typically looks like. If you or your child...

In this episode, Lilly Wyatt sits down with Sarah Branning, MS, LAT, ATC, to discuss what athletic training is and the role athletic trainers play in supporting student-athletes. Sarah shares more about the partnership between Denison High School and the CCMH Rehab Services team, including how athletic training services help provide on-site support for athletes, coaches, and families. She explains...

Memory changes can be a normal part of aging, but how do you know when it may be something more? Tammy Hulsing, MS, CCC-SLP, discusses memory loss in adults, Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, warning signs to watch for, and when to reach out for help. This conversation offers helpful insight for supporting yourself or a loved one through memory-related concerns.

En este episodio, estamos acompañados por Alexis Perez – Alexis trabaja igual para Crawford County Memorial Hospital como representante de Patient Access, que significa acceso del paciente. Ella es una de las muchachas que uno ve al entrar por la clínica para registrarse. Alexis nos platicara sobre su posición y de los servicios disponibles para los pacientes que entran por nuestras puertas como e...

June is Men's Health Month, and our latest Here's to Your Health podcast focuses on preventive care, routine checkups, and simple ways men can take charge of their health.

In this episode of Here’s to Your Health , host Lilly Wyatt, Marketing Specialist at Crawford County Memorial Hospital, sits down with Rachel Steffen, Mammography Tech at CCMH, to clear up common questions and misconceptions about mammograms and breast health. Rachel shares what patients can expect during a mammogram, why routine screenings are important, and how mammography plays a key role in ea...

In this episode of Here’s to Your Health , host Lilly Wyatt, Marketing Specialist at Crawford County Memorial Hospital, sits down with Tammy Hulsing, MS, CCC-SLP, Speech-Language Pathologist at CCMH, to talk about the broad scope of speech therapy. Tammy shares what an SLP does, what patients and families can expect from speech therapy, common misconceptions about the profession, and when pediatri...

High blood pressure often has no warning signs, which is why monitoring your numbers matters. The good news is that high blood pressure can be treated and prevented. In this episode of Here’s to Your Health, CCMH Chief Nursing Officer Theresa Sheer discusses the importance of blood pressure monitoring and simple ways to protect your heart health. Schedule a checkup with a CCMH provider by calling...

En este episodio, estamos acompañados por las interpretes que trabajan en Crawford County Memorial Hospital. Dos de ellas, Jasmin y Jennifer, se sentaron con Maria Valdez, el Enlace Comunitario para explicar un poco sobre ellas, como es la posición y la función de un interprete en CCMH, y lo que significa para ellas. También comparten sobre el servicio de Propio: Un servicio de interpretación que...

Host Lilly Wyatt, Marketing Specialist at CCMH, speaks with Joe Weber, PT, DPT, about the important role rehabilitation plays after a stroke. In recognition of Stroke Awareness Month, this episode explores how physical, occupational, and speech therapy support recovery, what patients and families can expect during rehab, and how loved ones can help throughout the healing process.

This episode of the Here’s to Your Health podcast features an important conversation about mental health services and counseling options available through CCMH, highlighting accessible support for individuals ages 10 and older in our community. In this episode, listeners hear from: Jess Adams Nancy Meier Kellie Gee Britney Randolph These CCMH mental health professionals discuss the following: Ment...

En este episodio, nuestra invitada es Catalina (Cathy) Gibbons, quien desempeña una doble función en la comunidad, sirviendo tanto a jóvenes como a familias en todo el condado de Crawford. Cathy es Educadora de Extensión para ISU Extension and Outreach y también es una Paraprofesional Bilingüe y Coordinadora de "Care for Yourself" para Crawford County Community Health. Cathy nos informa sobre los...

Join host Brandi Ruskell as she visits with Dana Neemann and Maria Valdez about CCMH’s Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC) and how it helps shape a better patient experience through collaboration, feedback, and community voice.

CCMH is proud to partner with Denison Community School District to give students real-world, hands-on experience. In this episode, our Marketing Career Exploration student, Charlotte. steps behind the mic as the host of the Here's to Your Health podcast, sharing her journey. She also interviews a fellow classmate. Tune in to hear their perspectives, what they’ve learned, and how this opportunity i...

In the latest episode of Here’s To Your Health , host Lilly Wyatt sits down with Dustin Durbin, Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator at CCMH, to talk about the growing need for volunteers and the many ways they make a difference. Their conversation explores how volunteering supports patients and hospital services while also leaving a lasting impact on those who give their time. Dustin shares insight...

In this podcast, host Brandi Ruskell sits down with Brooke Tasler, Registered Dietitian and Director of Dietary Services at CCMH, to talk about the importance of good nutrition, simple food swaps for individuals and families, and practical tips for healthier eating. Interested in personalized support? Brooke offers individual and group nutrition counseling. Call 712-265-2537 to learn more and take...

Maria Valdez, el enlace comunitario de CCMH, se sienta a platicar sobre la Nutrición con Mari Tlatenchi, compañera de Elite Nutrition en Denison, IA. Mari y Maria hablan sobre que significa la nutrición, como es que uno puede empezar con su camino con la nutrición, y unos pocos de consejos de parte de Mari.

Today on Here's to Your Health , we go behind the scenes of our newly opened CCMH Medical Clinic in this special episode featuring Dr. Michael Luft and Trama Vetter, CCMH Medical Clinic leadership. We’ll talk about what patients can expect—from the welcoming new space and improved patient flow to the care philosophy that puts comfort, privacy, and convenience first. Whether you’re a longtime patie...

In this episode of the Here's to Your Health podcast, host Jill Melby is joined by Patrick Stevens, Director of Cardiopulmonary Services at Crawford County Memorial Hospital. Patrick shares his expertise as a registered respiratory therapist to help listeners understand sleep apnea. Patrick talks about what sleep apnea is, the symptoms of sleep apnea, and the health risks. He also talks about the...

In this episode, we’re talking about why CPR certification matters and how it can help you be prepared in an emergency—at home, at work, or out in the community. Learn who should consider getting certified, what you’ll learn in a CPR class, and how these skills can truly save lives. We’ll also share details about upcoming CPR classes at Crawford County Memorial Hospital and how you can get signed...

Maria Valdez y Gloria Cruz platican sobre el Departamento de Asesores Financieros en Crawford County Memorial Hospital. Aprenda sobre que significa el ser un consejero financiero, y sobre la asistencia disponible en el hospital.

In this episode of Here’s to Your Health podcast, host Brandi Ruskell sits down with Karen Olson, a colon cancer survivor and a certified medical assistant at CCMH. In this Cancer Prevention Month episode, Karen shares what prompted her to seek medical attention, the signs and symptoms of colon cancer, and why early screening matters. She also offers encouragement and practical advice for anyone w...

In this episode of the Here's to Your Health podcast, host Jill Melby interviews Dr. Elizabeth Ranniger, a pediatrician at Crawford County Memorial Hospital, to discuss ear infections in children. Dr. Ranniger talks about how symptoms often vary by age. Younger children may be fussy, cry, tug at their ears, have a fever, have a decreased appetite, or have poor sleep. Older children are typically a...

In this episode of Here’s to Your Health , host Jill Melby sits down with Dustin Durbin, the Volunteer Coordinator at Crawford County Memorial Hospital (CCMH). They dive into the details of the Patient Partners Program. The program focuses on skilled care patients who often face long recoveries away from home. Volunteers provide social interaction for those who may not have family in the local are...

Este mes, Maria Valdez, el enlace comunitario de Crawford County Memorial Hospital, está acompañada por Juan Carlos Montañes (voluntario para el hospital de Crawford County y miembro de PFAC) para explicar y platicar sobre el grupo de PFAC - PFAC es el Consejo Asesor de Pacientes y Familias en Crawford County Memorial Hospital. PFAC es un grupo hecho de pacientes, familiares, y personal del hospit...