by Shalimar McDaniel | Mar 23, 2018 | Men's Health, Regain Health, Stories of Hope, Women's Health
I’ve struggled with my weight since I can remember and was always the chubby kid. As a teenager, I became very active in cheerleading and softball, but in order to do those things I had to be “skinny.” At the age of 13, I developed an eating disorder and my struggle...
by erlangerhealth | Dec 12, 2017 | Men's Health, Stories of Hope, Weight Loss, Women's Health
Healthcare professionals from the Chattanooga region recently had an opportunity to network with other professionals who have a passion for treating individuals with the disease of obesity and obesity-related health complications at the first annual Metabolic...
by Elizabeth Aslinger | Dec 12, 2017 | Men's Health, Stories of Hope, Weight Loss, Women's Health
After years of struggling with weight loss, I chose to have the intragastric balloon placed. The intragastric balloon allowed me to achieve what seemed to be unachievable goals. As I approached my mid-late 30’s my weight continually crept up. I would change my eating...
by erlangerhealth | Oct 9, 2017 | Men's Health, Stories of Hope, Weight Loss, Women's Health
I reached the decision to have bariatric surgery after thinking about it and considering the options for a long time. In observing patients in hospitals, nursing homes and rehabilitation facilities as a close family member went through various major illnesses, I came...
by erlangerhealth | Aug 23, 2016 | Stories of Hope
The most important part of any organization is its people. When an organization fosters an attitude of caring and compassion, it is reflected in each of its employees. That’s why Erlanger Health System believes in a culture that nurtures growth, ambitions, and...
by erlangerhealth | May 14, 2016 | Stories of Hope
Nurses are the patient protectors, the promoters of quality care and well-being. In celebration of their contributions to our patients’ lives, Erlanger Health System is proud to honor these heroes of health during National Nurses Week. National Nurses Week is...
