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RPG Introduces New Service Line: Orthopedic Surgery
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rural Physicians Group Launches Comprehensive Orthopedic Surgery Program for Rural Hospitals New service line delivers 24/7 orthopedic coverage, improved outcomes,...
Why Hospitals Are Turning to Rural Physicians Group
As someone who speaks daily with hospital administrators, I understand the immense challenges you face. Rural hospitals operate under unique pressures—physician shortages, rising patient...
Why Patients Overwhelmingly Prefer Rural Hospitals
Continuity. Communication. Compassion. These are the pillars of rural healthcare – and they’re winning over patients in ways that might surprise even the most seasoned clinicians. As...
Fighting Breast Cancer in Rural Communities
Pink Ribbons, Strong Roots: Fighting Breast Cancer in Rural Communities October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – a time of reflection, remembrance, and deeper awareness. At Rural...
Safeguarding Company Assets – The Top 5 Internal Controls
“As an accountant, how can I help keep local patients local?” This is a question I routinely ask myself. It can be difficult to know how your actions can possibly impact a...
Effective Communication: The Cornerstone of Excellent Patient Care
In hospitals, where stakes are high and time is often short, communication is not just a soft skill – it’s a clinical imperative. While advances in diagnostics, therapeutics, and...
5 Essential Firework Safety Tips for Rural Communities
Celebrate the Fourth of July with Safety in Mind: 5 Essential Firework Safety Tips for Rural Communities Fireworks can bring joy and excitement to communities and give people a...
Summer’s Freshest Fruits: Health benefits of summer fruits and why they’re a delicious and nutritious choice
Summer is here, and that means an explosion of juicy, vibrant fruits hitting the peak of freshness. Let’s dive into the health benefits of summer fruits…what’s in season and why...
The Case For Offering Surgical Services
In rural America, critical access hospitals (CAHs) play a crucial role in providing essential healthcare to underserved communities. These facilities are often the first point of care for...
How to Build a Summer First Aid Kit
Summer in Rural America can be a season of outdoor fun, farming, family road trips, and community events, but it can also bring its share of scrapes, stings, and sunburns. A well-stocked...
Understanding Diabetes & Hypertension in Simple Terms
Why your health matters. Living in rural America has many advantages—fresh air, tight-knit communities, and a simpler way of life. However, it also comes with challenges, especially when...
Parkinson’s Awareness Month: What You Need to Know
Did you know that April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month? Because of this we wanted to dedicate some time to providing some basic education and awareness of this progressive neurological...
Spring Allergies: Prevention and Relief for Seasonal Symptoms.
Understanding and Managing Seasonal Spring Allergies: As the days get warmer and flowers start to bloom, many people find themselves dealing with a common, yet frustrating, condition:...
Sweet Dreams: Techniques to Help You Fall and Stay Asleep
In our busy and demanding world, a good night’s sleep can often feel elusive. Many people struggle with falling asleep or staying asleep, leading to frustration and fatigue that can...
Simple Steps to a Healthier You: Easy Tips for Nutrition, Exercise, and Mental Well Being
In today’s fast-paced world, prioritizing health can feel overwhelming. With the deluge of information about diets, exercise routines, and mental wellness strategies, it’s easy to...
What is Acute Pancreatitis?
Acute pancreatitis is a sudden inflammation of the pancreas, a vital organ that plays a key role in digestion and blood sugar regulation. While it can be a life-threatening condition,...
Mindfulness Made Simple: 5 Easy Steps
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the endless chaos of daily life. Stress from work, family responsibilities, and constant connectivity through technology can take a toll on our mental...
From One Front Line to Another…
Not all physicians are cut out to work in rural medicine. At Rural Physicians Group (RPG), providers practice in rural healthcare facilities, which essentially require the ability to...
BRONCHITIS UNMASKED: CLEARING THE AIR
Bronchitis is the inflammation of the bronchial tubes, which are responsible for the passage of air to and from the lungs. It can cause symptoms such as a persistent cough with thick,...
WATER: FACTS OR FICTION
As things heat up this Summer it’s important to stay hydrated — Let’s dive into some common myths and facts about drinking water! Myth: Everyone Needs to Drink 8 Glasses of Water...
JUNE IS NATIONAL SCLERODERMA AWARENESS MONTH
Scleroderma, also known as systemic sclerosis, is a group of rare autoimmune diseases that lead to the hardening and tightening of the skin and other connective tissues in the body....
JUNE IS ALZHEIMER’S & BRAIN AWARENESS MONTH
June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, a global initiative led by the Alzheimer’s Association. During this month, everyone is encouraged to “Go Purple” and raise...
SUMMER SNEEZES, WINTER WHEEZES: WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE?
As the seasons change it’s not uncommon to find yourself fighting a case of sniffles, covering a new cough, or rubbing itchy eyes…but what causes this and what are theses symptoms...
May is National Physical Fitness Month
Did you know that May is National Physical Fitness Month? At about halfway through the year nearly 80% of us that made a health and wellness resolution for the New Year have given up......