News Archive

Family's Generosity Honors Methodist Staff and Benefits Premature Babies

Published On 03/28/2013

Tony and Megan Federico wanted to give back to the nurses and doctors who helped their baby boy survive and thrive, so they decided to make a substantial donation in honor of the nurses and physicians who work in NICU at Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital to the March of Dimes.
Inaugural The Ride to Conquer Cancer® to Benefit Mid-South Patients

Published On 03/28/2013
West Clinic, Methodist Healthcare, and UT Health Science Center join forces to host bike ride to support new comprehensive cancer center.
Methodist University Hospital Prepares for New Emergency Department

Published On 03/19/2013

The new emergency room will add 16 patient treatment areas bringing the total treatment areas in the ER to 54.
Signature HealthCARE and Methodist Healthcare Partner to Enhance Skilled-nursing Unit

Published On 03/15/2013

The partnership will better meet the needs of patients at Methodist University Hospital and enhance the overall continuum of care.
Methodist Forges Relationship with Longtime Family Medicine Physicians Nollner, McCallum and Mullins

Published On 03/01/2013

Mike Nollner, M.D., Lee McCallum, M.D. and Jeff Mullins, M.D. recently formed MidSouth Family Medicine.
Methodist Germantown Nurses Hold 100th Birthday Celebration for Patient

Published On 02/06/2013

Working with his family, the nurses bought cake and balloons and threw a party for him and 18 of his relatives.
Methodist University Hospital Among Top U.S. Hospitals for Aortic Valve Replacement

Published On 02/04/2013

Methodist University is among only 53 hospitals (6%) in the U.S. to receive the "3-star"rating, which denotes the highest category of quality, from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons for this procedure.
More Physicians Join Methodist Healthcare

Published On 01/24/2013

Four highly accomplished physicians recently joined Methodist Healthcare. They share the goals and values of Methodist—to provide great care for our patients.
Vaccine Is the Best Defense Against the Flu

Published On 01/11/2013

With influenza on the rise across the country, the flu vaccination is recommended for anyone six months of age or older.
Ugwueke Chosen as Chief Operating Officer of Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare

Published On 12/14/2012

Michael Ugwueke, MPH, DHA, FACHE has been selected as executive vice president and chief operating officer (COO) of Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare (MLH).
Methodist Le Bonheur Hires New Business Development Account Manager

Published On 11/12/2012

Myra Gammon has joined Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare as a Business Development Account Manager for Community Care Associates.
Connelly Joins Midtown Internal Medicine

Published On 10/19/2012

Dr. Stephanie Connelly joins Methodist affiliated physician practice
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare Patients Not Affected by Current Outbreak of Fungal Meningitis

Published On 10/11/2012

Regarding the current outbreak of fungal meningitis
Jay Robinson III Joins Methodist South as CEO

Published On 09/17/2012

Comes to Methodist from the VA system
Methodist Comprehensive Sickle Cell Center Opens

Published On 09/11/2012

Preventative care and crisis management
Primary Health Care of Senatobia, MS Joins Methodist

Published On 09/10/2012

Martha Moore Clinton, nurse practitioner, serves patients in the Senatobia area
Crittenden Regional Hospital and Methodist Healthcare Strengthen Affiliation

Published On 08/27/2012

New Crittenden Hospital CEO Named
Academy Award-Winning Actress Diane Keaton to Speak at Cancer Center Luncheon

Published On 08/22/2012

11th annual event presented by Methodist Healthcare Foundation and The West Clinic
BlueCross, Methodist Launch Care Partnership

Published On 08/22/2012

New 5-year accountable care, Network S agreement positions Methodist as lead healthcare system across all BlueCross networks in Memphis
Clergy Chase Promotes Healthy Congregations

Published On 08/21/2012

Register for the 5K/ 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk to be held on September 15
Methodist University Hospital to Renovate and Expand Emergency Room

Published On 08/14/2012

Furthers Methodist's commitment to Midtown and the Downtown Medical Center
Jay Robinson Joins Methodist South as CEO

Published On 08/10/2012

Robinson comes to Methodist from the Memphis VA Medical Center
Methodist Germantown Earns Nuclear Medicine Accreditation

Published On 08/02/2012

Three-year Gold Seal accreditation awarded by American College of Radiology
Study Highlights Methodist Hospital's Success in Improving Patient Safety

Published On 08/01/2012

IV Connector Used at Hospital Is Tied to Lower Rate of Bloodstream Infections, Nursing Publication Reports
Jean-Claude Loiseau, MD, Joins Methodist Healthcare

Published On 08/01/2012

Surgeon practices on the campus of Methodist South Hospital
Health Choice Joins HealthSpring’s Memphis Network

Published On 07/25/2012

Partnership Makes HealthSpring Largest Hospital Network for Local Seniors
Methodist Again Named Best Memphis Hospital by US News and World Report

Published On 07/17/2012

Methodist cited as Best Hospital in Memphis and recognized as high-performing in 12 specialties
Methodist Forms Covenant with Memphis Churches

Published On 07/05/2012

"Christianity Today" explores the Memphis Model of hospitals teaming up with local congregations
Methodist Foundation to Honor 2012 Living Awards Recipients

Published On 07/02/2012

Individuals and organizations recognized for leadership in faith and health
Methodist South Offers Free Congestive Heart Failure Support Program

Published On 06/12/2012

Program will teach patients how to better manage their condition
Family Pets Bring Joy to Loved Ones at the Methodist Hospice Residence

Published On 06/12/2012

Pets provide emotional and medical benefits to patients
Methodist Starts New Diabetes Alert Program to Help Drivers, Officers

Published On 06/11/2012

System allows officers to determine whether drivers are experiencing diabetes-related symptoms rather than intoxication
By the Numbers: The Impact of Organ Sharing Changes on Memphis Transplant Patients

Published On 06/10/2012

See the impact that new federal regulations will have on Memphians waiting for a life-saving organ transplant
Methodist Hospitals Get High Marks for Patient Safety

Published On 06/07/2012

The Leapfrog Group's Hospital Safety Score^SM assigns grades for patient care
Preeminent Cancer Scientist Joins West Clinic Research Staff

Published On 05/31/2012

Dr. Daruka Mahadevan to bring expertise in clinical trials to Memphis
Camp BraveHearts: Helping Families Cope with the Loss of a Loved One

Published On 05/24/2012

Free camp to run June 7-9
Area Pastors Join the Fight to Preserve Memphis' Access to Organs for Transplant

Published On 05/17/2012

Clergy from around the city come together to support the Methodist Transplant Institute
Help the Transplant Institute Continue Saving Lives

Published On 04/30/2012

New rules effective at the end of 2012 would reduce the number of available organs for transplant in Memphis by up to 75%; your voice is needed to prevent this loss of access
Memphis Patient Enjoys Relief from Facial Pain After Trigeminal Neuralgia Surgery

Published On 04/30/2012

Dr. Madison Michael shares how the Methodist Brain and Spine Institute is improving patients' lives
Medical Director Named for Methodist Primary Care Physicians Group

Published On 04/26/2012

Ann Dail Brown, MD to collaborate with 11 primary care practices
Methodist University Hospital Offers Penny Hardaway a Home Court for Kids

Published On 04/25/2012

MUH gym to serve as training facility for Penny's FastBreak Courts program
Methodist Fayette Named Outstanding Business

Published On 04/20/2012

Oakland Regional Chamber of Commerce honors hospital as Outstanding Large Business
Dr. Guerra Joins Sutherland Cardiology

Published On 04/18/2012
Methodist University Hospital, in partnership with The West Clinic, Named LIVESTRONG® Community Impact Project Finalist and Award Recipient

Published On 04/11/2012

Award to help people affected by cancer
Methodist University Hospital Transplant Institute, in Partnership with the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Ranks 4th in Nation for Liver Transplants

Published On 04/03/2012

2011 Record Year for Overall Transplant Volume, Patient Survival Rates
Vote Now to Bring LIVESTRONG® Funds to Memphis

Published On 03/12/2012

Methodist Healthcare and The West Clinic need your vote to receive funding for cancer support. Voting ends at 5pm CST on March 23, 2012.
Methodist Fayette Hospital wins Oakland News Readers’ Choice award

Published On 03/11/2012

Named "Best Hopsital" in the 2012 Readers' Choice Awards
Methodist South Hospital Names Support Services Director

Published On 03/08/2012

Mansoor Shahid joins Methodist South team
Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Remembers Project Manager Through Healing Garden

Published On 02/17/2012

Donna Hess was a 20-year Associate at Methodist Germantown.
New Chief Nurse Executive Joins Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare

Published On 02/08/2012

Nikki S. Polis, PhD, RN, to provide strategic leadership