Dosher Memorial Hospital will hold a ribbon cutting to commemorate the arrival of their new courtesy shuttle on Monday, September 16, 2024 at 3:30 pm. The shuttle, which is operated by the Dosher Volunteers, transports patients and visitors from parking lots to the hospital entrance and back to their vehicles. The location of the ribbon cutting is the hospital front entrance, at 924 N. Howe St., Southport. All are welcome.

The free seminar, given by Dosher Orthopedic Nurse Navigator Chelsea Beard, RN, BSN, will help patients know what to expect in several aspects of care with regard to preparing for joint replacement surgery. It is a requirement for all patients who are scheduled for a joint replacement surgery at Dosher Hospital to attend due to the numerous benefits it offers. Data shows that joint class participants experience a decrease in length of stay, GI issues, pain, anxiety, VTE prevention, reduction of errors, and overall better outcomes. Our aim is to ensure that all patients undergoing total joint surgery at Dosher are fully informed and prepared for the procedure, and we believe that Joint Class is an essential part of achieving this goal. In this class, you will become familiar with this hospital and have your questions answered by a highly experienced member of the Dosher OR team. Patients are encouraged to bring a spouse, friend, or coach, especially one who will be supporting them through surgery and recovery from their total joint replacement.

Join us for a morning of connection and information in the Dosher Main lobby on Wednesday September 25th from 9:00am-12:00pm. Gather material on hospital services, upcoming events, and important health information to support the wellbeing of you and your family. As September is Sepsis Awareness month, our table will include education on the risks and signs of this life threating condition. There will be plenty of informational materials and giveaways to take home with you.

The free seminar, given by Dosher Orthopedic Nurse Navigator Chelsea Beard, RN, BSN, will help patients know what to expect in several aspects of care with regard to preparing for joint replacement surgery. It is a requirement for all patients who are scheduled for a joint replacement surgery at Dosher Hospital to attend due to the numerous benefits it offers. Data shows that joint class participants experience a decrease in length of stay, GI issues, pain, anxiety, VTE prevention, reduction of errors, and overall better outcomes. Our aim is to ensure that all patients undergoing total joint surgery at Dosher are fully informed and prepared for the procedure, and we believe that Joint Class is an essential part of achieving this goal. In this class, you will become familiar with this hospital and have your questions answered by a highly experienced member of the Dosher OR team. Patients are encouraged to bring a spouse, friend, or coach, especially one who will be supporting them through surgery and recovery from their total joint replacement.