Perry Shumway
Madisonhealth Blog
https://eastfallsclinics.com/locations/east-falls-sport-and-spine/ Dr. Sean Anderson is board-certified in physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R). He has been treating patients at the EIRMC Rehabilitation Center for four years and is also the medical director of the rehab unit. Dr. Anderson graduated medical school from Des Moines University and completed a one-year internship in Internal Medicine at the University of Nevada-Reno. He then trained at the prestigious University of Texas Southwestern for three years in the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency program. Dr. Anderson’s desire to dedicate his life to healthcare started at a young age when he suddenly lost his hearing. He visited multiple specialists and underwent every test available to find a cause. Thankfully, his hearing was restored and the seed was planted to become a physician armed with empathy from his experience. Dr. Anderson is accepting new patients. Conditions treated and services offered: • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome• EMG/NCV• Epidural Steroid Injections• Back/Neck Pain• Joint Pain• Sports Injuries• Spasticity Management• Neuropathy• Ultrasound Procedures• Concussion Management• Muscle...
https://eastfallsclinics.com/locations/east-falls-sport-and-spine/ Born and raised in the Salt Lake City area of Utah, Tyler Hedin, MD, grew up enjoying the many outdoor activities the mountain west has to offer. He spent summers hiking, swimming and exploring various camp sites and national parks. Winters were all about skiing and, during his high school years. He completed training in PM&R at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. Though Hedin enjoys most aspects of physiatry, he has become adept at sports injury, ultrasound guidance, spine care, EMG testing, spasticity and concussion management and has made those areas the scope of his practice. Dr. Hedin met Dr. Sean Anderson in Idaho Falls and realized that practicing physiatry with him at East Falls Sport and Spine was the perfect fit for him. Hedin, his wife and their four children have lived in the area since 2016 and love being able to enjoy the outdoors and be around so many wonderful people. He looks forward to many...
Madison Memorial Wellness Spotlight Madison Memorial has loved sponsoring the Mesa Falls Marathon, and it’s community efforts witave and his team. His passion for wellness and his dedication to staying active is inspiring. A team from Madison Memorial has frequently been running in this event, and another team has helped set up the course. At times, Madison Memorial has even provided aid stations. Dave’s love of running is contagious, and many of the Madison Memorial teams have shared this passion. August 22nd – 2016 Come Run or Volunteer with Mark Shields, a Best Selling Author as he battles cancer, and runs this marathon between treatments. Below is a message he sent us: “I just want to drop you a line and let you know how much I’m looking forward to this race. I am a stage four cancer patient. I have been able to run two marathons since my diagnosis...
From the Employee Engagement Survey administered in June, following is a summary and an analysis of the results: Employee Engagement Survey Results: 2020 (compared with 2019) 2019 2020 Change Quality I understand the process for obtaining the resources needed to do my job. 3.45 3.43 -1.8% I provide quality care to every patient/person, every time. 3.75 3.75 0.2% I am motivated to take initiative to improve processes. 3.59 3.57 -1.4% I refer patients to and promote MMH. 3.56 3.58 1.6% Totals, Quality 3.59 3.58 -0.4% Exceptional Experience I build positive relationships with my team and providers. 3.61 3.62 0.7% I am passionate about my role in healthcare. 3.61 3.65 3.9% My overall well-being is important. 3.60 3.63 2.1% I promote working at MMH. 3.53 3.57 3.8% Totals, Exceptional Experience 3.59 3.62 2.6% Ensuring our Future I can achieve my educational and/or professional goals at MMH. 3.20 3.21 1.0% I am...
Dr. Duncan Harris, MD, is from northern California and has been treating urology patients for 20 years. Dr. Harris became interested in healthcare because his father was a pediatrician. He loves specializing in urology because it gives him the opportunity to treat patients of all ages. He also enjoys his specialty because it enables him to often treat patients in an outpatient office setting, rather than in an operating room. His work includes treating the following disorders and conditions: Prostate, bladder and kidney disease Prostate, bladder and kidney cancers Both cancer and benign Female urologic disorders No scalpel vasectomy Kidney stones Apart from medicine, Dr. Harris and his wife enjoy spending time outdoors, waterskiing, snow skiing, hiking and playing golf. The couple have two sons. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Harris, you can contact him at his Rexburg location: Address: East Falls Urology, 393 East 2nd North, in Rexburg...
Tamarack Resort is offering two complimentary single-day mountain passes good for one year to all Madison Memorial employees, including those in administrative, clerical, or other roles, at all MMH locations and clinics. This is in recognition of our service on the front lines during the COVID-19 pandemic, and is being made available to all 47 member organizations of the Idaho Hospital Association, including us. As of yesterday, any employee can redeem the free passes for use by themselves or to share with a friend or family member. To redeem their complimentary passes, guests will fill out a form at https://tamarackidaho.com/idaho-health-care-providers-portal-to-a-pass, print off the voucher and bring it to the Tamarack ticket desk with their hospital/clinic employee badge or ID card. Alternatively, guests can show up the day of use with their ID. The two, single-day mountain passes can be used throughout Summer 2020 and the Winter 20/21 ski season. Tamarack...
HELEN KELLER TRIBUTE 27 June 1880 – 1 June 1968 by Christine Nelson Helen Keller lived a normal life until she experienced an illness at the age of 18 months that left her deaf and blind. Early childhood included days of frustration, manifested by outbursts of screaming, kicking and scratching. ( 6 ) Anne Sullivan began teaching Helen Keller at the age of six. Miss Sullivan taught with patience and guidance. A lifelong friendship developed with Helen Keller. Of her savage pupil, Miss Sullivan wrote: “She has a fine head, and it is set on her shoulders just right. Her face is hard to describe. It is intelligent, but it lacks mobility, or soul, or something. Her mouth is large and finely shaped. You can see at a glance that she is blind. One eye is larger than the other and protrudes noticeably. She rarely smiles. “It was days before...
Kevin McEwan, Chief Nursing Officer at Madison Memorial Hospital in Rexburg, today presented the prestigious Daisy Award, not just to one specific nurse, but to the entire 14-member team of Madison Memorial’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The Daisy Award is an international token of recognition given to nurses who provide exceptional care. Anyone can nominate a nurse, and winners are carefully selected from among the nominees. In this case, Dr. Douglas Cottrell, the Physician NICU Director at Madison Memorial, nominated the entire NICU staff, based on their outstanding efforts during the particularly stressful months of the COVID-19 pandemic. The neonatal nurses at Madison Memorial, under the direction of NICU Clinical Manager Terri Weaver, are charged with caring for the smallest, most vulnerable patients in the hospital. Over the past year, more than 150 newborns (just over 10% of the hospital’s total births) received intensive care in the NICU. Not...
It has come to our attention that fraudulent unemployment claims are being filed with the Idaho Department of Labor, some of them affecting MMH employees. If you did not file an unemployment claim and yet you receive a letter in the mail or are otherwise notified of an unemployment claim being filed in your name, please notify your director, manager, or the Human Resources department immediately. We are working with our IHA representative to get these claims stopped, before some other person receives unemployment dollars using your name. Tips for Helping You Protect Against COVID-19 Related Fraud (from Experian.com) While fraudsters are trying their best to take advantage of this tough period, there are many ways you can protect yourself to help make sure you don’t fall victim to fraud during challenging times. Be extra vigilant when receiving emails, calls or letters. First, make sure to be extra vigilant of...
We have an incredible staff, and we want to recognize all the accomplishments we’ve made together this past year. Due to so many of our staff working from home and social distancing during this time, we’ll be celebrating our healthcare system’s efforts in a virtual fashion, looking forward to a more festive part of our celebration at a later date. Things to know: Hospital Week applies equally to all members of the Madison Memorial family, not just to those working at the hospital itself. It includes everyone at our offsite support locations as well as those at Seasons Medical, Rexburg Medical Clinic, and Madison Surgery Center. It’s Jeans Day all week, starting Tuesday, going through Friday! Watch for our employee forum, coming out later this week in the form of a video from our Admin Team. Watch also for upcoming information on a special, one-time gift for each employee, to...
Breast Cancer spotlight: BRCA genes Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers, and scientists have found two genes that play a key role in protecting against it. These genes are BRCA1 and BRCA2 (BReast CAncer gene 1, BReast CAncer gene 2). Under normal situations, these genes are responsible for repairing damaged DNA, which can lead to the development of tumors. Scientists pay attention to these two genes because mutations in these genes can result in increased risk of developing tumors. A mutation is when a gene is changed and does not function properly. The odds a person with the BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene has a mutation is 1 in 400 (0.25%). Those with mutations also need to be aware that they can pass this mutation onto their children, so increased risk can run in families. This family history is what would lead to someone being tested for BRCA...
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