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Hosted by Lake Norman Regional Medical Center Mooresville, N.C. — Lake Norman Regional Medical Center is hosting a free on demand online seminar in November, Joint Pain Treatment Options . The seminar is scheduled for Thursday, December 1, from 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. If you’re suffering from stiff, painful joints, even small tasks can feel like monumental challenges. If joint pain is keeping you from doing things you love, and medication is no longer working to relieve the pain, it may be time to consider join... ... Read More

MOORESVILLE, N.C. – Lake Norman Regional Medical Center has announced its winners for their 2022 Annual Hospital Department Pumpkin Carving Competition. This fun and competitive event is enjoyed by all hospital departments each year. Advanced General Surgeon, Creighton D. Fiscina, M.D., FACS, of Lake Norman Medical Group, Surgical Weight Loss and Advanced General Surgery Langtree was this year’s judge. Dr. Fiscina named Lake Norman Medical Group General Surgery NorthPoint, the office of General Surgeon,... ... Read More

2023 is fast-approaching: scheduling necessary appointments, tests and surgeries now makes sense MOORESVILLE, N.C. – When New Year’s Day 2023 rolls around, the slate will be wiped clean and everyone will gain a fresh start to another new year. The slate that’s wiped clean also will include the tally of healthcare expenses you’ve incurred through 2022 which count toward your deductible. “Now’s the time to play it smart and check to see if you’ve met your deductible,” says Matthew Littlejohn, network chie... ... Read More

MOORESVILLE, N.C. – Lake Norman Medical Group, General Surgery NorthPoint welcomes Kristen Mason, MSN, APRN FNP-BC. She is joining Dr. David Gish, General Surgeon, in the Mooresville practice. Kristen Mason is a board-certified nurse practitioner, focusing on general surgery. Her medical education includes a Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of North Carolina Wilmington in Wilmington, N.C., and a Master of Science in nursing with certification as a family nurse practitioner from Simmons... ... Read More

2023 is fast-approaching: scheduling necessary appointments, tests and surgeries now can maximize your health plan benefits MOORESVILLE, N.C. – During the fall and winter months, it’s easy to get caught up in holiday planning and forget to take advantage of your insurance benefits. Every fall, individuals should direct their attention to outstanding healthcare needs and take full advantage of paid-up deductibles or available funds in Flexible Spending Accounts. “When considering their healthcare needs, ... ... Read More

MOORESVILLE, NC – Winter holidays, parties and social gatherings often provide opportunities to overindulge, but when it comes to alcohol, moderation is important for maintaining good heart health. “Holiday heart syndrome,” or atrial fibrillation (AFib) brought on by binge drinking, can occur in healthy adults without any existing heart conditions and is commonly diagnosed around the holidays. AFib is an irregular and sometimes rapid heart rhythm that if left untreated can lead to blood clots or strokes... ... Read More

MOORESVILLE, NC – Millions of Americans struggle with seasonal depression, or seasonal affective disorder (SAD), each year. Commonly brought on during the fall and winter, the condition can occur during any seasonal change and last as long as four or five months. People with SAD may feel lethargic or moody and tend to sleep more. Symptoms also can include social withdrawal, trouble concentrating, weight gain, and feelings of depression. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, women and tho... ... Read More

This article originally appeared in The Mooresville Tribune on Sunday, October 16, 2022 as a front page feature. This article was written by Karen Kistler who can be reached at kkistler@mooresvilletribune.com . From the start of Barbara Herland Barajas’ breast cancer journey beginning with her diagnosis, and following with treatment and support, it has been a team effort. In February 2022, she received a letter from the Imaging Center in Mooresville letting her know that it was time for her mammogram, s... ... Read More

For chronic obesity, bariatric surgery provides long-term weight loss while reducing the risk of weight-related conditions and in some cases can eliminate them completely. Each year, more than 250,000 Americans undergo bariatric surgeries such as gastric bypass and vertical sleeve gastrectomy to treat obesity and improve their quality of life. These surgeries can offer lifesaving benefits and reduce the risk of death from any cause by 40%. Additionally, bariatric surgery is associated with a 60% reducti... ... Read More

MOORESVILLE, NC – Strokes, or “brain attacks,” claim the lives of nearly 160,000 Americans each year. As the fifth leading killer and the most common cause of disability, strokes devastate individuals and families every day. However, strokes can be prevented by up to 80% through adopting a healthy lifestyle and controlling stroke risk factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. According to the National Stroke Association, two million brain cells die every minute during stroke, incr... ... Read More