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Siskin Hospital therapist earns lymphedema certification

Siskin Hospital is proud to announce that Vickie Blalock, PT, has recently completed all the requirements for Manual Lymph Drainage and Complete Decongestive Therapy. This…

Siskin Hospital nurses earn specialty certification

Siskin Hospital is proud to announce that eight members of its nursing staff have recently achieved Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) status. With this accomplishment,…

“Because of Siskin Hospital, I can be a normal grandfather.”

For several days, Charlie Hyde felt that something just wasn’t quite right, but he went on with his July 4 plans to visit family in…

Multiple Sclerosis may affect driving ability

At Siskin Hospital, we get a lot of phone calls from people with multiple sclerosis wondering if their disability will keep them from driving, and…

Parkinson’s Disease patient makes dramatic progress

When Helen McIntosh was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease (PD), she didn’t expect noticeable changes to appear quite so soon. She was dismayed when, not quite…

Military/athletic training technology available to Siskin Hospital patients

The same technology used by athletes and military personnel to increase automatic response time, sharpen periphery and improve the accuracy of eye-hand coordination is available…

“Talking” watch donated to Siskin Hospital

When Sandy Zuckerman’s mother died, she wanted to be sure her “talking” watch would go some place where it would benefit others. And she immediately…

Former patient volunteers her musical talents to encourage Siskin Hospital patients

Ever since her discharge from physical therapy for a back condition a couple of years ago, Myrna Smith has wanted to come back for more…

Siskin Hospital represented at “Innovators in Aging Care Summit”

Amy Burba, OTR/L, represented Siskin Hospital at the recent “Innovators in Aging Care Summit” Friday. The event, organized by The Chattanooga-Hamilton County Health Department, featured…

NeuroWellness Program graduate takes charge of his own fitness plan

Ever since his stroke last May, Mike Graham has been focused on regaining function. Outpatient therapy in a local facility helped get him ready to…

“Because of Siskin Hospital, I can go back to my much-loved activities!”

A serious foot infection sent veteran teacher Alice Gilreath to the hospital for treatment. She thought she’d be there for just a couple of…

Advanced certification awarded to Siskin Hospital therapist

Siskin Hospital is pleased to announce that Carroll Allen, PT, has recently passed the Geriatric Certified Specialist exam. This certification is awarded by the…

Because of Siskin Hospital, I can get back on track.

A hip injury in an 8th-grade football game was the catalyst for an orthopedic condition that would plague Kedrick Wilbanks for the next two years.

Siskin Hospital therapist earns certification

Siskin Hospital is proud to announce that Rebecca Weant, PT, has recently completed all the requirements for Vestibular Rehabilitation –…

Siskin Hospital receives “Clear the Air” Award

Siskin Hospital was one of several organizations that received the “Clear the Air” Award this week from the Tobacco Free Chattanooga Coalition. As part of…

Siskin Hospital PT crosses the finish line in “revenge run”

Rebecca Weant, a physical therapist in Siskin Hospital’s Outpatient NeuroRecovery program, successfully completed this year’s Boston Marathon. It was her second attempt, after having made…