True North - Your Destination for Better Health

Working in health care is a rewarding job but can be physically and emotionally taxing. Yet so many of our teammates remain committed to what they do because of their strong connection to our purpose. Over the years there has been a labor shortage in health care, including many clinical roles, nursing and support services. That shortage was further exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. To combat t...

Regular activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health, and everyone can experience the benefits.  However, many of us do not prioritize physical activity because we think we don’t have time or we don’t know where to start. If you’ve been following along with Small Steps for Better Health, you’ve already been working on adding in a little more activity into your daily rout...

In this episode on our A. G.R.E.A.T. Redesign, CEO Shane Spees and CFO Sharon Nobles go over: The difference in a nonprofit vs. a not-for-profit - and why the distinction matters.  How we are working with insurance companies to change our payment models to be more patient-centered.  How these changes affect our staff and our patients.  We want to hear from you! Send us your feedback on our podcast...

Seeing your primary care provider every year, even if you are feeling well, is important to keep you healthy. Most insurance companies, including Medicare, cover annual wellness visits at no cost to you. Checking in annually with a primary care provider (doctor or nurse practitioner) can help you build a strong patient-provider relationship, which can have a profound impact on your health. A prima...

When life gets busy, we may neglect our friendships and relationships. But research has shown that the single most important predictor of happiness and a long life is having strong relationships. Health measures like heart rate and blood pressure can even improve with positive social interactions. Building a strong network of friends and supporters takes time and dedication, but it is achievable....

Reimbursement in health care is a complicated subject, but it’s important to understand how reimbursement impacts North Mississippi Health Services and why we needed to make a change. In this episode about our health care redesign, VP of Payor Strategy and Partnerships Wally Davis sits down with CEO Shane Spees to talk about our shift from "fee for service" to "value-based" care, and why that matt...

Eating at home is one of the easiest ways to improve your  nutrition . What you eat plays a key role in your health and quality of life. However, making major changes to your diet all at once is not sustainable. Starting with small changes is less overwhelming and can make a huge difference in your future. Reaching smaller goals more consistently will help you believe in yourself and build momentu...

Exercise has a positive effect on most areas of our life, including our physical health and mental health. Knowing where to start can be overwhelming. There is an endless amount of information on the internet about what type of exercise is best, how often you should exercise, the right ways to exercise and so much more. However, none of that really matters if it overwhelms you to the point of givi...

Shane Spees, CEO & Dr. Barry Bertolet, M.D. have a conversation about physician alignment in a healthcare system and the positive impacts it has on patient care. If you'd like to leave us comments on the podcast in general, let us know here!  

Creating a healthy lifestyle can seem overwhelming. Influencers and wellness experts would have us believe that it takes hours in the gym and a very complicated diet plan to improve our health. But that’s just not true! In today's episode, we introduce Small Steps for Better Health, which is an expert-backed plan to make healthy choices easy and sustainable. Dr. Lakeisha Chism at Verona Medical Cl...

For those who might not be familiar with Epic, simply put. . . it’s the grand supreme of all electronic medical record systems! Epic brings state-of-the-art technology and patient care together to create a holistic, integrated experience for both our teammates and our patients. As of a couple days ago, Epic has officiallly launched throughout North Mississippi Health Services.  In this special epi...

Shane Spees, NMHS CEO, sits down with Marketing Specialist Morgan Roe to talk about what NMHS is doing to make accessing health care easier and more convenient for our patients.   If you'd like to leave us comments on the podcast in general, let us know here!

At NMHS in addition to your personal health, we also care about your digital health! Lindsey Robbins, Cyber Security Analyst, and Chase Tubbs, Media Specialist, are back to talk about using an antivirus for your digital devices. To use, or not to use one? That is the question. We hope this discussion helps you make a more informed decision on how best to keep yourself safe online. Thanks for liste...

Shane Spees, CEO, and David Wilson, COO, talk about the current state of healthcare and what it means for our organization and our patients. If you'd like to leave us comments on the podcast in general, let us know here!

Heather Thorn, personal trainer, joins Genie Bruce in talking over how to set and stick to any goals you've made for yourself this year! If your goals are for health/fitness, click here to check out one of our NMMC wellness centers. If you'd like to leave us comments on the podcast in general, let us know here!  

Lindsey Robbbins, SOC analyst, & Chase Tubbs, Media Specialist, explore tips to help make all employees more cybersecuirty aware for thier organzations! It's not just about your IT dept, YOU make a difference every day! If you'd like to leave us comments on the podcast in general, let us know here!

Welcome back! Dr. Alfredo Morales & Lindsey Robbins discuss virtual care and what it means in today's healthcare overall. It's crazy to hear how a worldwide pandemic changed patient care for us and other organization! Take a listen to part 2. Enjoy! Check out more about our Virtual Care here! If you'd like to leave us comments on the podcast in general, let us know here!

Dr. Alfredo Morales & Lindsey Robbins discuss virtual care and what it means in today's healthcare overall. It's crazy to hear how a worldwide pandemic changed patient care for us and other organization! Take a listen to part 1, and we will have the follow up next week. Enjoy! Check out more about our Virtual Care here! If you'd like to leave us comments on the podcast in general, let us know...

Lindsey Robbins, NMHS SOC analyst, & Chase Tubbs, media specialist, talk over some of the advantages of AI and how it relates to our lives.

Lindsey Robbins, NMHS SOC analyst, & Chase Tubbs, media specialist, talk over some of the concerns with AI and how it relates to our lives.

Cybersecurity expert, Lindsey Robbins, & our helpdesk manager, Nicholas Lewis, discuss a brief history of artificial intelligence. They also explore some concepts surrounding what AI can do, a couple of tips on how to spot it, and what the future of it could be. 

Phil Alexander, CISO, gives brief personal tips for protecting yourself online that you can start using today! Resources: Stay Safe Onlne & NMHS Tips to stay safe online

Our CISO, Phil Alexander, talks about what to be aware of online when it comes to phishing emails! How do you spot a phishing email? How to avoid falling for the scams that come after you click a malicious link? Let's get you better equipped to protect yourself at work and at home! Click here to visit our cybersecurity page for more tips on keeping yourself safe online!

Emily Littlejohn, our resident Nutritionist, gives some tips on storing vegetables longer, how to make a great summer salad, and blend up a smoothie to keep you refreshed with something healthy! See video instructions here! Summer Salad Summer Smoothie Call 1-800-The-Desk to set up an appointment for nutrition counseling!

Lisa Foley, DNP  & Dorothy Wilson, DNP, FNP-C discuss Women & Heart Disease as well as heart defibrillation for this year's February Heart Month campaign. They explore a few heart related issues as well as warning signs and testing to determine any future problems. Enjoy!