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Making new year’s resolutions is a common tradition, but 77% of people who make them, break them within just a few weeks. This year, focus on long-term lifestyle changes that can make a big impact on overall health and longevity. “The start of a new year symbolizes a time for re-evaluating our health and wellness, which can be both exciting and overwhelming,” said Bailee Lutz, M.D., a family medicine physician with Northwest Primary Care – Har-Ber Meadows. “Aiming for small, measurable changes that you ... ... Read More

Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States, claiming the lives of more than 650,000 people each year. Here are some other facts everyone should know about heart disease: In the U.S., one person dies every 34 seconds from cardiovascular disease. Every year, about 800,000 Americans suffer a heart attack. Nearly half of American adults (47%) suffer from high blood pressure, or hypertension, which increases the risk of a heart attack and stroke. However, only about 1 in 4 people with hig... ... Read More

Chronic wounds affect an estimated 8.2 million Americans, and the number continues to climb. Specialized wound care, though, not only speeds healing but also helps prevent infection and limb loss. In fact, one study found that patients who attended regularly scheduled wound care visits had a 25% lower hospital readmission rate. This reinforces what Northwest Medical Center – Bentonville Wound & Hyperbaric Center staff already knows – wound care is essential to the health and well-being of patients w... ... Read More

Alexander M. Wohler, M.D., FACS, board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon, recently joined the active medical staff of Northwest Health, practicing at Northwest Heart & Vascular Institute. The clinic is located at 601 W. Maple Ave., Suite 704, in Springdale, and he is currently accepting new patients. In practice for more than 14 years, Dr. Wohler comes to Northwest Health from Hampton Roads, Va. where he practiced and served as the chief of cardiothoracic surgery at Bon Secours Health Systems. Dr. Wo... ... Read More

SILOAM SPRINGS (Dec. 15, 2022) – Rebecca Presley, a registered nurse at Siloam Springs Regional Hospital (SSRH) for nine years, has received a national 2022 Nursing Excellence Award. Presley is 1 of 10 national winners selected. “Rebecca is considered a role model among her peers and known for her incredible acts of kindness and compassion to her patients,” said SSRH Chief Nursing Officer Maria Wleklinski, “She focuses on how to do what’s best and what’s right for her patients by helping with all aspect... ... Read More

SPRINGDALE (Dec. 9, 2022) – Highlighting its nationally recognized achievements in patient safety and quality, Northwest Medical Center – Springdale was named a Top Teaching Hospital nationally by The Leapfrog Group. Northwest Medical Center – Springdale is the only hospital in Arkansas to receive this distinction. Announced recently, the Leapfrog Top Hospital award is widely acknowledged as one of the most competitive awards American hospitals can receive. The Top Hospital designation is bestowed by Th... ... Read More

JOHNSON – Willow Creek Women’s Hospital (WCWH) recently named David McGowan, MBA-HM, BSN, RN, NE-BC, as the facility’s executive director of nursing. “David brings extensive healthcare experience to our team in addition to a strong focus on creating an exceptional experience for our patients,” said WCWH Chief Executive Officer Juli McWhorter. “Our team is excited to welcome David in this leadership role and we’d like to welcome him and his family to the Northwest Arkansas community.” Before joining WCWH... ... Read More

ROGERS (Nov. 22, 2022) – Joshua Block, M.D., board-certified family medicine physician, recently joined the active medical staff of Northwest Health, practicing at Northwest Medical Plaza – Tuscany Square and is accepting new patients. The clinic is located at 2603 W. Pleasant Grove Road, Suite 109, in Rogers. Dr. Block is a graduate from Yale University with a   Bachelor of Arts. He earned his medical degree from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. He completed his re... ... Read More

Winter holidays, parties and social gatherings often provide opportunities to overindulge, but when it comes to alcohol, moderation is important for maintaining good heart health. “Holiday heart syndrome,” or atrial fibrillation (AFib) brought on by binge drinking, can occur in healthy adults without any existing heart conditions and is commonly diagnosed around the holidays. AFib is an irregular and sometimes rapid heart rhythm that if left untreated can lead to blood clots or strokes. Symptoms of AFib... ... Read More

SPRINGDALE (Nov. 10, 2022) – Mitchell Preston, M.D., board-certified family medicine physician, recently joined the active medical staff of Northwest Health, practicing at Northwest Medical Plaza – Eastside and is accepting new patients. The clinic is located at 2158 Butterfield Coach Road, Suite 100, in Springdale. Dr. Preston is a graduate from Central State University in Edmond, OK, with a Bachelor of Science in chemistry. He earned his medical education at University of Oklahoma School of Medicine i... ... Read More