Blanchard Valley Health System has announced that they will be offering radiofrequency ablation (RFA) that is treatment for spine tumors. Leading the charge of this new treatment is John Ogden, MD, a neurosurgeon from the Neurosurgical Associates of Northwest Ohio. 

 

The procedure uses radiofrequency waves to shrink benign or maligant tumors on the spine. It also reduces operative risks, shortens recovery time, and lessens postoperative discomfort. This treatment can be performed in an outpatient  setting with small incisions and the use of anesthetic's or minimal sedation. Post-treatment patients will experience only a few days of downtime until going back to there regular activities.

 

If you want to learn more about RFA vistin https://bvhs.info/3H0hWsw or call 419-420-7304. 

On Wednesday, May 14 at 2:00 pm, Mayor Christina Muryn will join Door Dash with Findlay and Hancock County small businesses to kickoff the DoorDashSmall Business Accelerator Program. The program provides entrepreneurs with mentorship, professional programming, and funding. This program will run from May to July. Participating businesses are The Baker's Cafe, Bella Floral Design, Dante's Rolling Food Joint, Doughtroit, Fern Cafe, Hurdwell, Jonny Burritos, LLC, Leggo my eggroll, Stix Restaurant, LLC, and Tokyo Steakhouse. 

President and Chief Executive Officer of Blanchard Valley Health System, Myron Lewis, MSW, MBA, FACHE, visited Capitol Hill to meet with delegates and attend the annual American Hospital Association meeting. 

 

In an editorial piece Lewis released, he discussed that both sides of the aisle had strong opinions on the health care system, but neither side could come up with a resolution. Lewis discusses how the healthcare system is struggling as 40% of Ohio hospitals are losing money because of inflation, denials, and declining reimbursements. Insurance companies on the other hand continue to see their profits continue to rise. 

 

The biggest issue is that the Federal Government is looking to cut $880 billion over the next 10 years from the House Committee on Energy and Commerce that oversees Medicare and Medicaid. Lewis states that 72 million people rely on these services across the country. In Ohio, Medicaid covers 50% of all births, 12% of older adults, and 40% of children. 

 

His statement continues by saying that programs that supplement the losses from Medicare and Medicaid are at risk. As pharmaceutical companies are trying to reduce their support for 340B drug pricing, that reduces the cost of drugs for hospitals. Health and Human Services seek to cut reimbursements that help hospitals support access to 24-hour care. 

 

Lewis concludes that Ohio residents should reach out to representatives to let them know the importance of having access to healthcare at congress.gov/contact-us.

Internal Medicine Physician, Angela-Harden Mack, MD, is the most recent hire for BVHS at Primary Care at Wellness Park. Dr. Harden-Mack specializes in obesity medicine and holistic wellness coaching, and has been a big part in developing obesity medicine. Dr. Harden-Mack is accepting new patients. You can contact her office at 419-423-5344.