Valley Health Check with Horizon Health

This episode of Valley Health Check Kevin & Erin Frank chat with Emilee Campbell, Radiology Staff Manager at Horizon Health!!  We talk about a Lung Scan!  We talk about about what type of scan this is, as well as who should get this scan. The American Cancer Society recommends a yearly lung cancer screen who are 50-80 years old in fairly good health!  We chat about lung health & why this scan is so impor...

It's Valley Health Check with Horizon Health!  This episode we talk with Licensed Clinical Social Worker Sarah Rohder. We talk about Addiction Recovery & Treatment! We find out what addiction is!  Are you an addict forever, and is that the right term to use? We talk recovery, impatient facilities & most importantly treatment plans. We also talk about how you can support someone going through addiction tr...

Welcome to Valley Health Check with Horizon Health!  In this episode Kevin chats with Licensed Clinical Social Worker Terre Ogle!  We talk Seasonal Affective Disorder!  What is it?  Some of us get the winter blues, is that it?  What are the symptoms? Is it depression?  When should you see a healthcare provider?  Get a better understanding of Seasonal Affective Disorder in this episode, and pass it...

It's Valley Health Check with Horizon Health!  This episode we chat with Erin Frank & President of Managed Care Partners, Keith Leitzen! We talk Medicare! What Medicare questions should you be asking during the enrollment period?  We talk about changes this year & if you travel, how will that affect you? Find out your options & more in this episode! 

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It's Valley Health Check with Horizon Health!  This episode we chat with Erin Frank & President of Managed Care Partners Keith Leitzen! Keith talks about the ABC's of Medicare & Medicare Advantage.  What is Medicare & who is it relevant too?  We talk enrollment.  Can you qualify for income based assistance? Keith breaks it down for you with timely information you can understand! Also check out Keith'...

This episode of Valley Health Check Kevin & Erin Frank chat with Pharmacist with Horizon Health, Beth Keys!!  We talk about over the counter medication & what helps with Cold & Flu season!   We chat about common viruses & how we can manage the symptoms.  What's the best line of defense for fever, headache, body aches, cough, congestion & more!   Check out this ti...

This episode of Valley Health Check Kevin & Erin Frank chat with Abi Snyder, Physical Therapist with Horizon Health!  We talk about improving balance & mitigating falls.  Who are most at risk for falls?  How can falls be prevented?  How can we improve our balance?  Find out the answers to all these questions & more in this episode.  This is a perfect one to share with a parent or ...

This episode of Valley Health Check Kevin & Erin Frank chat with Beth Keys, Pharmacist with Horizon Health! We talk Medication Management with your Provider! Med management is very important if you have different doctors, OTC & supplements! Is there a better way to keep track of everything?  Your Pharmacist can be a big help with all of this & more  Check out our latest episode of Valley Health Check...

This episode of Valley Health Check we chat with Speech Language Pathologist Brenda Stevens from Horizon Health! We talk with Brenda about children's speech development.  When should my child start saying words?  If they aren't by a certain age, what do I do?  Do schools do screening?  Can I be doing anything at home to help my kids?  All of these questions are answered and so much more in this episode of V...

It's Valley Health Check with Horizon Health!  This episode Kevin chats with Erin Frank & Physical Therapist for Horizon Health Home Care Brandy Finney!  We talk about Physical Therapy In The Home. How does someone qualify? We talk safety plans, home visits & accommodations in home to make your recovery better!  Find out everything you need to know about Physical Therapy In The Home in this episode!...

This episode of Valley Health Check with Horizon Health, we chat with Dermatology Certified Nurse Practitioner Angie Hamilton!  We talk Eczema/Atopic Dermatitis!  We find out what Eczema & Atopic Dermatitis is!  What causes it?  Can a change of diet help & what parts of the body are affected? We talk about great resources with the National Eczema Association! Take a listen & get some great ...

This episode of Valley Health Check with Horizon Health, we chat with Surgical Podiatrist, Dr. Anna Ballard!  We talk Diabetic Foot Care!  We discuss how it's different from normal foot care.  We talk risks, treatments & even amputations.  We also discuss prevention & education with The American Diabetes Association!   We have very important information regarding Diabetic Foot Care!  ...

This episode of Valley Health Check with Horizon Health! Kevin chats with Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner Judah Donaldson!   Do you have knee pain?  In this episode we discuss Knee Osteoarthritis & Visco Supplementation.  What is  Knee Osteoarthritis?  Is it similar to regular Arthritis, & who does it effect?  We also talk Visco Supplementation! Can it alleviate pain? What is ...

This episode of Valley Health Check with Horizon Health Kevin chats with Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner Judah Donaldson!   Do you have back, knee, or shoulder pain?  Back pain can be debilitating.  We discuss Degenerative Disk Disease.  What is it?  What are the treatment options & what is the long term outcome?  If you're dealing with back pain, or any kind of pain, you need to take a lis...

This episode of Valley Health Check Kevin chats with Doctor of Physical Therapy for Horizon Health, Abi Snyder!  We talk about a "Skilled Swing Bed" which is often referred to as "Rehab To Home".  Where does it fit in the continuum of care?  We find out when skilled care is needed..  How do patients benefit from skilled care & we find out how your family plays an important role in the process. Take a li...

This episode of Valley Health Check we chat with Speech Language Pathologist Brenda Stevens & Annie Barrett, Doctor of Physical Therapy from Horizon Health! We talk about Parkinson's Disease & Therapy! What is this disease? What programs will help? We talk new programs that Horizon Health use and how they see improvement.  What can a patient or family do at home to help? All of these questions are answered and so ...