Feb19

HaysMed Orthopedic Surgeon Recognized for Literary Contributions

By Gayla Wichman - HaysMed News,Orthopedic Institute News

Hays, Kansas –Dr. Oluwaseun Akinbo, orthopedic surgeon at HaysMed, part of The University of Kansas Medical Center, was recently recognized as a top 10 reviewer for Orthopedics journal. The award recognizes the quantity, quality and timeliness of reviews for the journal. This is the second consecutive year Dr. Akinbo has been recognized.

For over 40 years, Orthopedics, published by Slack, Inc. has been the preferred choice of orthopedic surgeons for clinically relevant information. A bimonthly, peer-reviewed journal, Orthopedics offers clinically valuable, original articles covering all aspects of adult and pediatric orthopedic surgery and treatment.

Dr. Akinbo has been a peer reviewer for Orthopedics since 2015. In addition, he serves as a peer reviewer for three other publications. According to Akinbo, peer review is a way to ensure that only the most rigorously researched papers make it to publication, and inform practices and patient care of fellow orthopedic surgeons in an evidence based manner.

Feb12

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Allergy and Immunology Clinic Opens at HaysMed

By Gayla Wichman - Family Medicine,HaysMed News,Pediatrics

Hays KS – HaysMed, part of The University of Kansas Health System, has recently opened a new allergy and immunology clinic. The clinic is located in the existing Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) clinic at the hospital. They specialize in treating patients with environmental allergies such as pollen weeds, grass and pet. Food allergies will not be part of the treatment services offered.

Rhonda Schenk-Pitts, APRN-C will be overseeing the clinic and allergy testing services.

“We are excited to be able to offer allergy services.” said Jay Moore, Executive Director of physician clinics. “Hays has been without an allergy clinic for several years and the addition of allergy testing and treatment in our ENT clinic is something that is high demand.

The clinic will diagnose and treat a broad range of common allergic conditions and symptoms such asthma, chronic sinusitis, ear disease/infections, eczema, hay fever, headaches, nasal polyps and rhinitis. Allergy testing and treatment for environmental allergies such as pollen weeds, grass and pet will be available. Food allergies will not be part of the treatment services offered. Allergy shots and counseling on controlling your environment will also be offered.

To make an appointment or for more information call 785-650-2880.

Feb10

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HaysMed Welcomes New Cardiologist

By Gayla Wichman - DeBakey Heart Institute News,HaysMed News

Hays, KS– HaysMed, part of The University of Kansas Health System, is pleased to welcome Kent Gleed, MD to the DeBakey Heart Institute. Dr. Gleed has recently begun seeing patients in the DeBakey Heart Clinic.

Dr. Kent Gleed is an electrophysiologist who focuses on the heart’s rhythm, or electrical, system and on diagnosing and treating heart rhythm abnormalities. Electrophysiologists are qualified to perform special tests of your heart’s electrical system to diagnose and treat abnormal heartbeats or arrhythmias.

“We are very happy to add Dr. Gleed to our heart team.” said Jeffery Curtis, MD, Director of Cardiology Services. “Having an electrophysiologist on staff will allow us to expand the services we can provide at HaysMed including cardiac ablation for patients with atrial fibrillation conditions. Dr. Gleed will be a great asset to our heart program.”

Dr. Gleed completed medical school at the University of Utah School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine and fellowships in cardiology and electrophysiology at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. Dr. Gleed is board certified in cardiovascular disease and electrophysiology.

“HayMed is committed to providing the people of western Kansas with a full range of heart services and maintaining a strong cardiology presence in the region.” Curtis further added. “Our focus has always been to offer patients quality healthcare as close to home as possible.”

For more information or to request an appointment call 785-623-6544 or go to www.haysmed.com/cardiology

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