Snow Shoveling Techniques for Injury Prevention
Mark Tedson, PT, a Physical Therapist at Tahoe Forest Health System, shares effective snow shoveling techniques to prevent injury. He recommends using a larger shovel to stay tall and avoid bending...
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Balance and Fall Prevention Tips
Chelsey Barroso, PT, a physical therapist at Tahoe Forest Health System’s outpatient clinic, shares valuable insights on balance and fall prevention. She explains that the fear of falling is a...
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Addressing Substance Use in Our Mountain Community
Sarah Redgrave, LCSW, a licensed clinical social worker with Tahoe Forest Behavioral Health, discusses the challenges of drug and alcohol abuse in mountain communities like Truckee and Tahoe. Factors...
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Guiding Cancer Patients Through Every Step of Their Journey
Abby Thomas, RN, Oncology Nurse Navigator, and Kim Osburn, RN, Oncology Nurse Navigator, discuss their roles at Tahoe Forest Cancer Center. With decades of nursing experience, both Abby and Kim help...
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Essential ACL Injury Prevention Exercises for Winter Athletes
Ryan Solberg, MSPT, Director of Therapy Services at Tahoe Forest Hospital, shares his expertise on ACL injury prevention, especially as winter sports ramp up. Ryan emphasizes the importance of proper...
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Innovative ACL Repair with the BEAR Implant
Jonathan Hagan, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon at Tahoe Forest Health System, introduces the BEAR implant, a groundbreaking treatment for ACL tears. Unlike traditional ACL reconstruction, which replaces the...
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Empowering Recovery Through Cardiac Rehabilitation
Christine Teittinen, RN and lead nurse at Tahoe Forest Health System, shares insights about their cardiac rehabilitation program. Patients referred to cardiac rehab, often after a heart attack,...
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Recognizing Stroke Symptoms Early for Effective Treatment
Dr. Abby Young, an Emergency Medicine physician at Tahoe Forest Health System, highlights the importance of early stroke identification. Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability in the U.S....
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Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement Surgery
Danielle Moran, RN, with the Total Joint Program at Tahoe Forest Health System, discusses the specialized care and support offered to patients undergoing joint replacement surgery. The program...
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Expert Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Services for Shoulder and Knee Care
Dr. Michael Jernick, an Orthopedic Surgeon with Tahoe Forest Health System, discusses the comprehensive orthopedic and sports medicine services available in Truckee and Incline Village. Specializing...
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Understanding the Importance of a Level III Trauma Center
Brian Evans, Chief Medical Officer, explains the significance of Tahoe Forest Health System’s designation as a Level III Trauma Center. This means that the facility is equipped with specialized...
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Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab Programs for Heart and Lung Health
Christine Teittinen, RN, Lead Nurse at Tahoe Forest Health System’s Intensive Cardiac Rehab, discusses the variety of programs available at their gym in Truckee. These include cardiac rehab,...
