ProMedica Charles and Virginia Hickman Hospital

06/01/2026

Did you know that menopause increases the risk of osteoporosis?

Justin Lea, MD, and orthopaedic surgeon with ProMedica Phsyicians, explains what happens to your bones during menopause and how you can decrease the risk.

Read more: https://ow.ly/LieI50Z2qBf

05/31/2026

Are you taking care of your gut health? ✨🥗

Take charge of your well-being by asking yourself these important questions:

05/30/2026

Wondering if you may be at risk for vascular disease? Our quick, online assessment makes it easy.

Developed using clinical guidelines and research from the Society for Vascular Surgery, this tool gives you a reliable snapshot of your vascular health, plus guidance to help keep your circulation on track.

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05/29/2026

“I’ve been dancing since I was four years old. I know when something isn’t right with my body.”

After years of severe hip pain, internationally acclaimed dancer and Ballet Theatre of Toledo Artistic Director Nigel Burgoine knew it was time to seek expert care. The pain had begun affecting not only his dancing, but also his ability to teach and demonstrate movements for his students.

Working with Tyler Vovos, MD, an orthopaedic surgeon with ProMedica Physicians Toledo Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeons, Nigel found answers, a treatment plan he trusted, and a path forward through hip replacement surgery. “Don’t wait. It only gets better from there," Nigel shares.

Read more about Nigel’s journey back to movement and the activities he loves most: https://ow.ly/9yHj50Z2qws

05/28/2026

What's it like to have a knee replacement? Cindy shares her complete journey with us from start to finish in this video.

05/27/2026

Shingles can affect anyone who has had chickenpox, but vaccination can significantly reduce your risk. Anthony Chung, MD, an internal medicine physician at ProMedica, discusses shingles prevention, vaccine safety and what you should know to help protect your health.

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We’ll spotlight practical guidance for older adults and the families who support them — starting with a new one-stop online hub designed to simplify aging-related resources.

05/26/2026

The second tip in this list is all about finding a cardio activity that's actually fun to you. Drop your favorite below 👇

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05/25/2026

The Neurosciences Center ALS Clinic is improving access to care in Northwest Ohio by bringing multiple specialists together for coordinated, same-day visits.

For patients like Steve Welling, a Northwood father of three living with ALS, that means comprehensive care in one half-day appointment, eliminating the need for multiple long-distance trips to see different providers.

Watch the full interview to hear Steve’s story and learn how this clinic is making a meaningful difference for patients and families in our community.

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Instead of scheduling many different appointments with different providers, patients like Welling can see all of their doctors, nurses and specialists during one half-day at the clinic.

05/25/2026

Heading into orthopaedic surgery? Don't leave your appointment with unanswered questions.

Understanding your condition, procedure, recovery timeline, and expected outcomes can help you make informed decisions about your care.

Anil Gupta, MD, MBA, an orthopaedic surgeon with ProMedica Physicians Toledo Orthopaedic and Spine Surgeons, shares important questions every patient should ask before surgery. “When patients, families and care teams are on the same page, it leads to the best outcome," Dr. Gupta explains.

📚Read more: https://ow.ly/VlZN50Z2q3g

05/24/2026

What is ALS, and how does specialized care make a difference? Clayton Buback, MD, a neuromuscular neurologist at ProMedica, shares insight into ALS and how the ProMedica Neurosciences Center ALS Clinic is helping patients access comprehensive, coordinated care closer to home.

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Dr. Clayton Buback, a neuromuscular neurologist, shares details about the Neurosciences Center ALS Clinic and more about ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.