Mercy Cedar Rapids

When she turned 45, Jodie's family provider recommended she get her colonoscopy to determine if symptoms she was having were from menopause or something more. From that screening, Jodie was diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer. Schedule yours at mercycare.org/cancerscreening.

In many colon cancer cases, symptoms don’t present until later stages. On this Midday interview on KCRG, Dr. Daniel Herlihy shares how this makes screening for colon cancer with a colonoscopy is so important. Learn more and schedule your screening at mercycare.org/cancerscreening.

What actually happens during a colonoscopy? In the second part of this series, Nathalie Pena Polanco, MD explains how colonoscopies allow providers to identify and remove polyps before they have the chance to develop into cancer. Schedule now at mercycare.org/cancerscreening.

Welcoming Joseph Wickard, MD, to Mercy Anesthesia Providers! Previously, he worked with Medical Center Anesthesiologists out of Des Moines. He completed his anesthesiology residency & fellowship at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University. More: mercycare.org/doctors/result…

New data shows colorectal cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths among younger adults. Colonoscopy remains the gold standard for identifying and removing potentially cancerous polyps. Nathalie Pena Polanco, MD explains what to expect. Schedule at mercycare.org/cancerscreening.

March is National Nutrition Month & today is Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day! Using their expertise & passion for improving patients' health through nutrition care, Mercy dietitians are committed to supporting & improving our patients' nutrition.

For many healthcare professionals, a career in home care provides a unique opportunity to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a setting that feels personal, meaningful and impactful. See common reasons clinicians choose home care: mercycare.org/why-home-care

New data shows that colon cancer is now the leading cause of cancer deaths in adults under 50. Barakat Altamimi, MD, FACG, FASGE shares all you need to know about screening, symptoms, and colonoscopies. Schedule yours at mercycare.org/schedulemycolo….

Congrats to Intensive Care Center (ICC) Nurse Claire, who received a Mercy Touch Award! "Claire is the anchor of the ICU," her nominator wrote. "She willingly takes on many hats & wears them masterfully." Thank you, Claire! We appreciate all of your hard work to support the ICC!

As March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Honick shares why getting a colonoscopy is so important. Screening begins at: - Age 45 for average risk. - Earlier if an immediate family member has had colorectal cancer. Schedule yours at mercycare.org/ScheduleMyColo….

Mercy Cedar Rapids is hosting a Virtual Career Fair from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 12! Join us on Zoom at: mercycare.org/marchcareerfair

As Nurse Manager of the Short-Stay Observation Unit and Med-Surg Float Pool, Brian Schultz looks forward to the variety of conditions he treats and the patients he’s able to help. Visit mercycare.org/careersfor more on what it’s like to work at Mercy.

A body composition measurement can serve as an indicator of our overall health and wellbeing. This measurement refers to the distribution of fat, muscle, bone and other tissues that make up the body. Learn more about Understanding Body Composition at: mercycare.org/body-compositi…

Please help us welcome Andrew Shen, MD, to Mercy Anesthesia Providers! Dr. Shen completed his anesthesiology residency through Case Western University in Cleveland. Previously, he worked at MercyOne in Waterloo & Cedar Falls. Learn more about him: mercycare.org/doctors/result…

Congrats to Patient Care Tech Cassadi, who received a Mercy Touch Award! "Cassadi was able to not only lift the spirits of this patient, but also the staff members of the floor as we were all happy to see this patient progressing," her nominator wrote. "It was a touching moment."

Congrats to the Pediatric Inpatient Unit staff, who received the DAISY Team Award! Their nominator highlighted the remarkable care the team provided – medical expertise for the child, as well as reassurance to the family. Well done, Pediatric team! Thank you for your commitment!

Please join us in welcoming Kenton Hall, MD, to Mercy Anesthesia Providers. Previously, he worked with Medical Center Anesthesiologists out of Des Moines. Dr. Hall completed his anesthesiology residency at the University of Iowa. Learn more about him at: mercycare.org/doctors/doctor…

Did you know that GLP-1 medications can be used to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke? Cardiologist Rohan Penmetcha, DO, shares how recent studies show that GLP-1 medications can be used outside of weight loss . Learn more: mercyheartcenter.org/heart/staying-….

Sign up to receive a baby gift from Mercy! If you or someone you know is expecting, we'd love to help you celebrate with a small, handmade gift. Just complete the form at mercycare.org/gift so we know where to send it. Congratulations on your upcoming bundle of joy!

Healthy hearts make the best valentines! This Valentine's Day, take a moment to show your heart some love—it's the one that's always there for you. From checking your numbers, managing stress, and lowering your salt intake, small habits can make big differences.