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Westside Surgical Hospital & Breast Center was proud to support the 2nd Annual Ulinzi Walk benefiting the Breast Cancer Initiative of East Africa on June 18, 2016. It was a beautiful morning full of hope, inspiration, warm embraces and a few tears. The 2nd Annual Ulinzi 5K Walk/Run was held at Eldridge Park in Sugarland.  The mission of BCIEA comes from the Swahili word “ulinzi”, which means “to protect, guard, watch over, save.” The Ulinzi Walk begun after Philippa Decuir, Founder and Director noticed a growing need for public breast health information, particularly for the people of East Africa. The…

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With summer’s arrival come many wonderful things like breaks in school, adventurous vacations, and lots of fun in the sun. However, for some, summer’s heat brings out something not so enjoyable—migraine headaches. While migraines can attack at any time, many sufferers find them more frequent during the summer due things like higher temperatures, barometric pressure flux, and more. So how exactly can one combat the painful symptoms of a migraine? To answer that question, it is important to distinguish what exactly a migraine is and what your triggers are. The definition of a migraine is “a headache [that] can cause…

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Fiber-rich diet may lower your risk of heart disease Increasing your fiber intake may reduce your risk of heart disease, a new study shows. With one-third of Americans dying each year of cardiovascular disease, and many more suffering from its effects, it is crucial to consider how your diet affects your heart health. The Study Researchers at the University of Leeds analyzed fiber intake as it relates to coronary heart disease, or plaque buildup in the heart’s arteries that can lead to heart attack, and cardiovascular disease, which includes heart attack, stroke and heart failure. The Results The more fiber…

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Patient Safety is the cornerstone of our work at Westside Surgical Hospital and all the facilities in our network. Recently, chief nursing/administrative officer at Westside Surgical Hospital, Angie Kauffman was asked to share best practices on this topic with the readers of Medical Journal of Houston. Click here to read: Medical Journal Houston – July 2015

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WSH meets with legislators at Breast Health Advocacy Day Representatives from Westside Surgical Hospital and Breast Center recently visited Austin to meet with Texas state legislators about public policy regarding breast health and cancer awareness. Breast Health Advocacy Day, a biannual event held this year on March 5, served as a crucial platform for Community Health Workers and breast health organizations to discuss important issues and provide information for those who are making policies related to health care funding. WSH joined others from around the state to advocate for funding that would support breast cancer services, education and research. “It’s…

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How tennis players can maintain their strokes by staying injury-free From Grand Slam tournaments to recreational leagues, tennis players are feeling the strain after their matches. You might think that tennis elbow is the most likely injury for the serve-and-volley set — but it’s no match for more common afflictions. Sixty-seven percent of tennis-related injuries involve the lower extremities, according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS). The jarring nature of tennis, with its intermittent stops and starts, can be devastating on the hips, knees, feet and ankles. To keep tennis players on the court, the AAOS tosses up these…

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Tips from nurse anesthetists Moms and dads will naturally get anxious if their child needs a surgical procedure. That’s why the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists put together a guide for parents on how to ease their fears and make the process as easy as possible for the child. START STRONG • When parents remain calm, their little ones take the cue. The best way to reduce anxiety all around is to have a clear understanding of what to expect. • Talk to the surgeon, without your child present, to get all the information you need and your questions answered. • Find out…

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Body lift surgery helps patients feel comfortable in their own skin after major weight loss People who lose a significant amount of weight often bear a physical reminder in the form of loose, sagging skin. The skin causes a range of medical problems — back pains and chafing, for example — as well as emotional distress. Any joy in losing weight is often tempered by feelings of unhappiness and discomfort. The only way to tighten the skin is through surgery, and one procedure in particular has achieved strong results for patients at Westside Surgical Hospital. Cosmetic surgery physician Dr. Mark…

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Drive and determination help new Chief Nursing/Administrative Officer Angie Kauffman steer toward success An experienced leader in healthcare operations, Angie Kauffman recently assumed the role of chief nursing/administrative officer at Westside Surgical Hospital. She is enthusiastic about supporting the hospital’s mission, vision and values by fostering a spirit of collaboration. Here, she outlines her team’s accomplishments and shares her view of the future. How did you come to Westside Surgical Hospital? I had been a chief nursing officer for nearly 10 years in Austin, where the healthcare market is smaller. I had wanted to obtain my master’s degree in business…

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Recently,Dr. Mark Schusterman performed the body lift procedure on a Missouri City resident who had undergone a gastric bypass and then needed to remove extra tissue and skin. Losing significant amounts of weight leaves patients with pounds of loose skin. The only way to tighten the skin is through surgery. Watch a WSH patient’s story recently featured on FOX-26 TV. To learn more about the procedure, please contact Westside Surgical Hospital at 713-621-5010

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Screening tests can reduce mortality by allowing doctors to find tumors early before they’ve had a chance to grow and spread. Doctors recommend regular screening beginning at age 50, but advise people to start earlier if they have one of the following risk factors: Personal or family history of colorectal cancer polyps or colorectal cancer Type 2 (non-insulin dependent) diabetes Crohn’s disease, inflammatory bowel disease or ulcerative colitis A genetic syndrome such as Lynch syndrome, Turcot syndrome or familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) If you feel you may be at increased risk, your physician can offer advice and determine the right…

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    New services offer advanced treatment options With the opening of both its new Breast Center and IVF Lab, Westside Surgical Hospital continues to bring new and innovative care to its patients. The breast center will feature the most advanced reconstructive surgery techniques available today, along with imaging options that include: 3-D mammography 3-D ultrasound Stereotactic breast biopsies Bone density testing “Westside Surgical Hospital has always had a special focus on breast health, but with this new center we will be able to care for women from diagnosis through treatment using state of the art microsurgical techniques and the…

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and the staff and physicians at Westside Surgical Hospital made it a priority to get involved in as many local events as possible. BRA Day at Dillard’s supported Reconstruction of a Survivor, a group that is dedicated to improving the lives of women impacted by breast cancer. Dr. Jay Shenaq, plastic and reconstructive surgeon, offered a presentation to attendees on reconstructive surgery. Great Day Houston’s Deborah Dunca served as emcee. Brave Faces Patient Celebration took place at WSH, with staff and former breast surgery patients coming together for a celebration of recovery. Houston Komen…

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