The pain in Paula Travis’s hand and wrist grew worse by the week. After months of dealing with the pain and locking finger, Travis decided to see a doctor. Orthopaedic surgeon and hand specialist Joseph Morgan, MD, diagnosed Travis with carpal tunnel syndrome and trigger finger.
Organ transplant patients must remain on immunosuppressive drugs for the rest of their lives to prevent rejection of the new organ. This can increase their risk for infections and skin cancer.
When country music artist Jimmy Weber severed two tendons in his hand, he knew his career was at risk. However, through determination and the support of a dedicated care team, he is on a remarkable journey to recovery.
Singulair® is a once-daily oral medication that helps millions of people manage asthma and allergy symptoms. But what are some of the more severe side effects and risks of taking Singulair®?
Advancements in genetic research have paved the way for personalized medicine, and the Nebraska Medicine Genetic Insights Project is leading the charge.
Watching his wife, Linda Grote, battle ovarian cancer was a painful experience, recalls Jimmy Grote Jr., of Minot, North Dakota. Sadly, Linda passed away just 18 months after her diagnosis. The nurses made such a big impression on Jimmy that he wanted to thank them by giving back.
One day, Gary Gonzales sat around the dining room table laughing and enjoying Christmas dinner with his family. The next day, Gary couldn’t get a bite of food down.
A stroke threatened to rob 86-year-old Pauline Johnson of her independence. However, quick treatment and a determined spirit have helped the Kearney, Nebraska, resident return to her home and routine.
A meningioma is a central nervous system tumor, or brain tumor, originating from the meninges, the covering of the brain and spinal cord called dura. Meningiomas make up 41% of newly diagnosed brain tumors, and of those, the majority are benign.
