Education is an extremely powerful tool when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle, especially for those struggling with diabetes. Dr. Beth Crowder, PhD, one of our top nurse practitioners, shares how the hospital not only helps patients with diabetes through treatments, but also outpatients through a new line of diabetes education and nutrition consulting classes. She dives into the advanced treatments for patients and the profound impact of education on achieving that healthier lifestyle.

The superficial venous system is more important than it sounds. Those aching legs may be trying to tell you something. Circulatory problems in the legs usually come with symptoms like swelling, aching and changes to your skin.

Every August, Arkansas Heart hosts Heart Summit. This year, hospital CEO Dr. Bruce Murphy continues to push AHH to new frontiers — including digital medicine, augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR). Digital medicine and AR are changing how patients access and receive care. AR is being used right now in innovative pain management. VR improves educational opportunities for providers.

Arkansas’s child obesity rate is 40%. Children are our most precious asset. Which is why the hospital Foundation got a make-over. Champions for Health. They are partnering with experts across the country and have formulated a pilot program for Morrilton Intermediate School teaching students how to be champions for themselves.

Vein and Vascular Institute Clinical Director Dee White wants you to know your legs don’t have to hurt and if they do what it could mean. Awarded Best Vein and Vascular Treatment, how your legs can give clues if there’s something wrong with your heart.

Arkansas Heart Hospital is located in the heart of Little Rock. It started with humble roots as the state’s first specialty hospital completely dedicated to the heart more than 20 years ago. The road to success was paved with uncertainty and determination. Today that mission continues to be patient-driven and is as innovative as ever.

Nurses make an impact every day. They are caring, compassionate and at Arkansas Heart treat patients like family. According to the Labor Department it’s one of the fastest growing professions. If you’re looking for a career change or just curious about the profession, you won’t want to miss this podcast.