On May 1, Jennifer Emmel, PA will move from Columbus Medical Clinic to Four Oaks Medical Clinic to help Dr. Bart Klaus continue to provide quality health care to his ever-growing practice. At the same time, Jessica Radley, NP will move from Four Oaks Medical Clinic to Columbus Medical Clinic where she will continue to
Knowing what to expect from your annual check-up or primary care appointment can help you better prepare and maximize your visit. While no two patients are alike, there are a few basic steps to expect with every primary care visit. What to Expect During Your Primary Care Visit Basics and Vitals: No matter how long
Regular check-ups with your primary care provider (PCP) are the backbone of a healthy lifestyle. Regular visits help you and your doctor keep your health on track as you age and provide a host of benefits for your life. Some of these benefits include: Early Detection of Diseases: Regular check-ups can aid in the
For the past 100 years, heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the United States. American Heart Month remains an important reminder of just how vital a healthy heart is for your overall health, and that it’s never too late to take charge of your heart health. As part of American
As respiratory virus activity continues to climb across the country, Texas is one of 38 states reporting “very high” respiratory virus level activities. With more than 55,000 combined hospitalizations for COVID-19 and the flu reported nationwide during the final week of 2023, it’s important to remember that it’s never too late to get your flu
Columbus Community Hospital has added to its growing roster of internal medicine doctors, welcoming Ashraf Ali Allahwala, M.D. to the Columbus Medical Clinic. Dr. Allahwala is accepting new patients, and appointments are available now. “Adding talented and dedicated physicians to our team is an essential part of our strategy to meet the care needs of
November 16 is National Rural Health Day, an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the dedicated health providers working to meet the unique health care needs of the more than 60 million Americans living in rural communities. National Rural Health Day was founded in 2011 by the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health to
2D and 3D mammograms represent the two main forms of breast cancer screening and diagnostic tools used by caregivers to identify breast cancer. 2D remains the standard screening technology, while 3D offers further diagnostic benefits for some women. 2D mammograms are the standard in terms of breast cancer screenings, helping caregivers identify abnormalities in the
With more than 200,000 cases of breast cancer diagnosed every year in the U.S., mammography screenings are essential for the early detection of a disease that affects one in eight women. Columbus Community Hospital utilizes the latest in 2D Mammography technology, with digital and computer aided detection (CAD) equipment that helps our team detect potential
This fall and winter, the combined presence of the flu, COVID-19, and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) viruses will put everyone at a greater risk of contracting one or more potentially serious respiratory diseases. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention forecasted several scenarios for this fall and winter, including a potential “tripledemic” where the flu,
