
AED: What Is It and How Do You Use It?
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a leading cause of death, killing more than 350,000 people each year in the U.S. Cardiac arrest is when “the bottom chamber of the heart…Read more

“Do You Hear What I Hear” – Devotional with Chaplain Smith
If you were to focus on one thing this year that would deepen your walk with God, what would it be? Think about it. Because of a surgical procedure on…Read more

Exercises for Bariatric Patients and Beginners
Exercise is crucial to successfully losing weight and then maintaining it. If you’ve had bariatric surgery or are new to exercising, it’s important to ease into an exercise routine that…Read more

What are Blood Clots and How do I Prevent Them?
Walk to the mailbox and feel pain that stops you in your tracks? Can’t shake discomfort, aches, weakness and fatigue? Have legs that feel swollen and tight? Are these just…Read more

How to Break Weight Loss Plateaus
Weight loss plateaus are common for people trying to lose weight and can even happen following bariatric surgery. Many patients experience rapid weight loss in the weeks and months immediately…Read more

Teacher Loses Medications, Gains ‘Amazing Energy’ After Bariatric Surgery
Tired of living with diabetes, cirrhosis, sleep apnea and stomach pain, Kelly stepped out to find a solution to a healthier life. She found what she was looking for with…Read more

Varicose Veins: More than a Cosmetic Blemish?
While they can be a cosmetic blemish, most of the time varicose veins are not a cause for concern. However, they shouldn’t be ignored. In rare cases, they can cause…Read more

Wife Loses 120 Pounds with Bariatric Surgery, Surprises Military Husband with Transformation
Years of failed dieting, pills and exercise encouraged Casey to search for a solution to achieve a healthier weight. She found that with the help of gastric sleeve surgery. A…Read more

Weight Loss Surgery Eases Tina’s Arthritis Pain, Resolves Diabetes
Tina’s arthritis forced her to retire early, so she chose to reclaim her life through weight surgery at the Bariatric & Metabolic Institute at Arkansas Heart Hospital. Read her story….Read more

Should I See a Wound Care Specialist for My Wound?
Many people will suffer from some type of wound in their lifetime, whether it’s cuts and scrapes that heal quickly or a more severe wound that won’t go away. How…Read more