Tag Archives: women’s health
Get up to date with breast cancer, other health screenings
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time when women are reminded to get their breast health screenings. About 30 percent of all new female cancers each year are breast […]
Spread awareness of Ovarian Cancer
As we approach Ovarian Cancer Awareness Day on Sept. 5, it’s vital to shine a spotlight on this often-overlooked disease. Ovarian cancer, a malignancy originating in the ovaries, is the […]
Cervical cancer awareness for women
Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that develops in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus connecting to the vagina. It is a significant global health concern, but […]
Riverwood welcomes OB/GYN physician
Riverwood Healthcare Center is pleased to announce that Dr. Jennifer Tessmer-Tuck, obstetrician and gynecologist, has joined its medical staff. Dr. Tessmer-Tuck joins Drs. Michael and Rachel Cady and Dr. Ann […]
Cancer support group to meet in Aitkin
Riverwood Healthcare Center is hosting a cancer support group that will meet monthly on the fourth Wednesdays, 2:30 to 4:00 p.m., from April through November. The group will meet in […]
OB/GYN physician gains board certification
In December, Obstetrician/Gynecologist Christina Kramer, M.D., became Board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, demonstrating her exceptional knowledge, experience and skills to provide quality healthcare. To become […]
Mommy & Me class series offers support for new moms
For any new mother interested in learning more on how to care for herself and her baby, there’s a helpful educational series coming up in Aitkin. Riverwood Healthcare Center is […]
Riverwood welcomes family physician
Riverwood Healthcare Center welcomes Dr. Melissa Herbranson, family physician, to its medical staff, which now totals11 physicians, six nurse practitioners, one physician assistant, and one nurse midwife who deliver primary […]
WELLNESS: Early detection is the best protection
Recommendations from the American Cancer Society for breast cancer screenings have changed per these guidelines: Women ages 40 to 44 should have the choice to start annual breast cancer screening […]
Riverwood welcomes new cancer patient navigator
Nurse Practitioner Jan Hegman at Riverwood Healthcare Center has moved into a new role as oncology care coordinator, working closely with Dr. Antonio Fontelonga, oncologist, who sees patients weekly at […]
Breast cancer screenings offer convenient hours
October is Breast cancer awareness month. One in eight women develops breast cancer! Most women who get the disease have no family history. Breast cancer risk increases with age so […]
Solutions for heavy menstrual bleeding
Dr. Christina Kramer, obstetrician and gynecologist practicing at Riverwood Healthcare Center in Aitkin and Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby, offers an overview of the testing and treatment that can […]
Breast cancer screenings plus pampering
WE HAVE FILLED ALL APPOINTMENTS but the Sage program is available year-round to help pay for breast and cervical cancer screenings for women 40 to 64 without health insurance or high deductible […]
Learn about pelvic pain solutions
At least one in four women—an astonishing 37 million women in the United States—suffer from pelvic dysfunction. This includes health conditions such as uterine fibroids, uterine prolapse or endometriosis—all of […]
Belly Fat Lunch & Learn in Aitkin
A trim tummy is good for many things like fitting into a favorite pair of jeans or feeling more confident in your appearance. But an even more important reason to […]
New physician joins local OB/GYN medical staff
Christina Kramer, M.D., a physician and surgeon specializing in obstetric and gynecological care, has joined Riverwood Healthcare Center’s OB/GYN medical team in offering a full range of obstetric and gynecological […]
Riverwood welcomes new nurse midwife
Riverwood Healthcare Center is pleased to introduce new midwifery services with Megan Workman, a certified nurse midwife who cares for women across their lifespan—before, during and well beyond the child-bearing […]
New family nurse practitioner – McGregor
Riverwood Healthcare Center welcomes Jeri Gilb, family nurse practitioner to its family practice medical staff. She will practice primarily at Riverwood’s McGregor clinic in collaboration with Dr. Tim Arnold and […]