“Queen’s gave me back my wife.” – Gary K.
When a loved one experiences a health emergency, every second counts to get help. On Thanksgiving night, Gary was awoken by his wife, Janis, who told him that she wasn’t feeling well. She complained of a stomach ache and shortness of breath. Sensing that her condition was serious, Gary and their son rushed Janis to […]
“Queen’s helped me through my cancer journey.” –Diane P.
“I think everyone who has a cancer diagnosis remembers the exact moment that they were diagnosed,” said Diane P. “For me, it was when I was on my way to pick up my youngest daughter from school.” The news was life-changing. Diane wondered if she would still be there to see her three daughters grow […]
“Queen’s saved my dad’s life when he had a stroke.”– Robin B., Jr.
A stroke is a brain attack; it occurs when the brain cannot receive enough oxygen or nutrients because a blood vessel burst (hemorrhagic stroke) or is clogged by a blood clot (ischemic stroke). While stroke is the third leading cause of death in Hawaii and the number one cause of adult long-term disability, it was […]
“Queen’s technology keeps my heart beating strong.” – Alisha S.
Advances in health care technology are changing people’s lives. When Alisha began experiencing near-fainting episodes during her freshman year of college, it was recommended she seek specialty care at The Queen’s Medical Center, where she was diagnosed with a serious heart condition that put her at risk for sudden death. Dr. David Singh and the […]
“We chose Queen’s to deliver our baby.” – The Lindstroms
There is a lot to consider when choosing where to have your baby. You want to make sure that your little one’s arrival is an incredible experience from pregnancy to labor and delivery, and postpartum care. Our maternity services include private, spacious suites; an expert team of specialists and nurses focused on you and baby; […]
Easy ways to sit less
Did you know that people with sitting jobs have twice the ratio of cardiovascular disease as people with standing jobs? Interrupt sitting and lying as much as possible with these simple tips: Stand rather than sit whenever you can Stand when talking on the phone Get up during TV commercials, march in place, walk around […]
Healthy Dinners at Home
Life can be tough on family dinnertime. Fortunately, there are ways to get a tasty and healthy dinner ready quickly. It all starts with a little planning and organization. Here are a few ideas: Get the family involved. Dinner doesn’t have to be one person’s responsibility. Even young children can be a part of planning […]
Overhead Shoulder Injuries in the “Throwing Athlete”
Overhand throwing, such as in baseball, and repetitive overhead activities place extremely high stresses on the shoulder. Dr. Elizabeth M. Ignacio, Surgical Director at The Queen’s Center for Sports Medicine, explains the causes of the wide range of overuse injuries that can affect the “throwing athlete.” Who is at risk for overhead shoulder injuries? Elizabeth […]
Summer Sports Travel
With summer right around the corner, many athletes and their parents will be preparing for sports team travel. Dr. Rachel Coel, Medical Director at The Queen’s Center for Sports Medicine, shares some simple tips to make the upcoming sports travel easier and safer. Prepare for the right weather. Summer in other parts of the world […]
A Dynamic Warm-Up before Exercise and Athletic Training
The warm-up has become one of the most overlooked parts of athletes’ training and pre-competition routines, but could pay big dividends on the back end and improve performance. Ryan Moore, physical therapist at The Queen’s Center for Sports Medicine, shares what goes into a dynamic warm-up. What is a “dynamic warm-up”? Ryan Moore, PT, DPT: […]
