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Cardiac Procedures

  • Angiogram, coronary
  • Angioplasty
  • CABG
  • Coronary Artery Angiography (Cardiac Catheterization)
  • Coronary Angiogram
  • Coronary Angiography
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft - CABG

Women's Procedures

  • Breast Biopsy
  • Breast Reconstruction
  • Cesarean
  • Endometrial Biopsy
  • Hysterectomy
  • Mastectomy Lumpectomy
  • Pelvic Laparoscopy
  • Surgical removal, breast

Men’s Procedures

  • Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
  • Prostate removal
  • Prostate surgery, TURP
  • Surgical removal, prostate

General & Orthopedic Procedures

  • Appendectomy
  • Carpal Tunnel Release
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Cholecystectomy (Gall Bladder Removal)
  • Colonoscopy
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Laminectomy
  • Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis - LASIK
  • Lower GI endoscopy
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Upper GI
  • Knee Replacement
  • Hip Replacement

Asthma

  • Anti-Inflammatory, Bronchodilator and Combination Medication
  • Asthma Medications - Possible Side Effects
  • Handling Emotional and Stress Triggers
  • Knowing if Your Asthma is in Control
  • Lifestyle Changes for Better Asthma Management
  • Managing the Animal Allergen
  • Dry Powder Inhalers
  • Quick-Relief and Controller Medications

Cardiology

  • Controlling Your High Blood Pressure
  • Coping with the Challenges Of Heart Failure
  • Heart Surgery - Reducing Future Risk Factors
  • High Blood Cholesterol - Cooking Healthy Meals
  • Learning about Risk Factors
  • Metabolic Syndrome – Reducing Your Risk Factors
  • The Benefits of Regular Exercise
  • The Female Risk Factor - Cardiology
  • The Implant Procedure
  • Treating Atrial Fibrillation
  • Understanding Cholesterol Levels
  • Understanding Heart Failure
  • What is Angina Pectoris?
  • What is a Stent?
  • What is Metabolic Syndrome?

Diabetes

  • Choosing Carbohydrates Wisely
  • Creating an Exercise Routine
  • Diabetes - Your Management Plan
  • Examining Your Feet
  • Understanding Pre-Diabetes
  • Weight Loss for the Long-term

Diet and Nutrition

  • Changing Our Eating Habits
  • Choosing Carbohydrates Wisely
  • Choosing Less Calories, Salt and Alcohol
  • Choosing the Right Fats & Carbohydrates
  • Controlling Portion Sizes
  • High Blood Cholesterol - Cooking Healthy Meals
  • Introducting a Lifetime of Better Health
  • Mindful Eating
  • Reading the Food Label
  • The DASH Diet
  • The Importance of Healthy Eating
  • Weight Loss for the Long-term
  • What To Eat When You Want To Lose Weight

Exercise

  • Overcoming Your Obstacles to Exercising
  • Teen Weight Management – Ten Thousand Steps
  • The Benefits of Regular Exercise

Smoking Cessation

  • Choosing a Quitting Method
  • Smoking Cessation - Preparing for Withdrawal
  • Smoking Cessation - Products that May Help You

Wellness

  • Getting Ready to Change
  • Healthy Choices to Relieve Stress
  • Stress - Healthy Coping Methods
  • Teen Weight Management – Ten Thousand Steps

General Medicine

  • Pain Management Options
  • What is an Advanced Directive

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HCA Midwest Health System

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Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 508-4000

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