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Protect Against Cancer with HPV Vaccination 🛡️ Dr. Borden, a fellowship-trained gynecologic oncology surgeon, passionately advocates for the HPV vaccine—an essential step in preventing head & neck and cervical cancers. According to the CDC, up to 90% of cancers caused by HPV can be prevented with this vaccine. 💉 The Riverside Cancer Care Network, alongside the CDC, recommends the HPV vaccine for both boys and girls starting at age 9. Don't wait to protect your loved ones from these preventable cancers. For more information and to see how you can get vaccinated visit, https://lnkd.in/ea7pmEJq. #HPVVaccine #HealthcareHeroes

Last Wednesday was "Riverside Night" at the Lionsbridge FC home game! Since 2017, we've proudly served as the Official Sports Medicine and Athletic Training Services Provider for Lionsbridge FC. Over 1,000 of our team members and their family members attended the event. During halftime, Dr. John Barley, Sports Medicine Physician with Riverside, and Jamie Field, Athletic Trainer with Riverside, were honored on the field for the exceptional care and support they provide to the Lionsbridge athletes. Thank you for the fun evening Lionsbridge FC. We are proud to partner with you!

What if the toughest challenges also brought the greatest rewards?💚 In this episode, our Chief Nurse Executive and podcast host, Frankye Myers, MSN, RN, NE-BC, speaks with Royden Goodson, a son, husband, father, and in recent years, has taken on the title of “caregiver” for his parents and wife. In this deeply moving conversation, Mr. Goodson shares his personal journey of caring for his wife, Martha, who was diagnosed with dementia in her late 50s. This heartfelt conversation sheds light on the emotional and practical aspects of caring for a loved one with dementia, offering invaluable insights and support for others in similar situations. Listen to this episode and others on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen to podcasts 🎧 #DementiaAwareness #HealthyYOUPodcast

Today, we celebrate the freedom and independence that define our nation. Let's take a moment to reflect on the courage and sacrifices of those who fought for our liberty.🎆 Happy Fourth of July from all of us at Riverside Health!

Discover how adding seasonal produce, like watermelon, strawberries, and blueberries can not only brighten up your holiday spread but also boost your health!  https://lnkd.in/e-TU79gD

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Riverside Smithfield Hospital’s first Chief Medical Officer, Justin Billings, MD, MS, FACP and first Chief Nursing Officer, Michelle Wooten. Billings and Wooten will join Jessica Macalino, MSHA, FACHE, RSH President, in planning, development, and hiring for the new hospital.

🌟 Discover the Critical Role of Athletic Trainers in Sports Medicine 🌟 Meet Jamie Field, Athletic Trainer with Riverside Sports Medicine. Join us for an exclusive peek into Jamie’s pre-game routine as she gears up for kickoff with Lionsbridge FC. We're proud to showcase the hard work and dedication of our athletic trainers who play a pivotal role in sports health care. Their commitment not only enhances athlete performance but also ensures their well-being on and off the field. 🎥 Watch the full 'Day in the Life' reel in the link below to see what it’s like on game day. 👉 https://lnkd.in/emqDpHaa #AthleticTraining #SportsMedicine #GameDayPreparation

We recently celebrated the graduation of 42 Riverside residents in the Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, OB/GYN, Transitional, Chaplain, Ultrasound and Pharmacy programs. We are immensely proud of the dedication, hard work and commitment to excellence in caring for patients, residents and our community. Congratulations to all our Riverside Residency Graduates. We are confident that you will continue to make a profound impact and we wish you the best of luck in the next phase of your career!

Dr. Dean Kostov and Dr. William McAllister, with Riverside Neurological & Spine Institute, have been named to Newsweek's inaugural list of the 150 best spine surgeons in the United States for 2024.

Did you know that extreme heat can affect your heart health? Alexandra Ward, MD, MS, FACC, Cardiologist with Riverside Health, talks about how the heat can cause added stress on your heart, important symptoms to monitor, and steps to stay safe outside in high temperature.