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Hurst lives lifelong dream of being a help you. Always supportive in anything we did – she was a great mother.”

Hurst’s grandfather, Jim Russell, became hen Dr. Robert Darrin Hurst told his the male role model in his life. Working at father-in-law, Dennis Hall, that he Brown Shoe Company in Savannah for 65 planned to become a podiatrist, the response years, Russell instilled in Hurst a good work he got was one he said he will never forget. ethic and finding enjoyment in the work he “He looked at me and said, ‘Hmm, there’s did. that many people with foot problems?’” said “He was so supportive about going to colHurst with a laugh. “I said, ‘I don’t know, lege, basically saying that was the only option Dennis, but everybody’s got two feet and 10 we had,” said Hurst. toes so I think I’ll be alright.’”

Russell encouraged his own children to go Hurst and his sister, Christie, were reared in to college, which led to Hurst’s uncle becoma single-parent household along the banks of ing a pharmacist, giving Hurst his first taste the Tennessee River in Savannah, Tenn. Life of the medical field. wasn’t easy, especially on his mother, Rita “I always knew I wanted to do something in Hurst Farris. the medical field,” recalled Hurst, “but I just “She was in accounting, and she was work- didn’t know what.” ing three jobs just to get by,” said Hurst. “She As a student at Hardin County High School was a hard worker and would do anything to in Savannah, Hurst participated in sports and

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was an excellent student. He found that class work came easy to him, almost to the point he wouldn’t need to study before taking a test.

“I was always kind of in that top 10 percent in class, reading the bigger books from the library,” said Hurst. “I wasn’t the stellar 4.0 student, but I did pretty well.”

It was during his freshman year that Hurst met Angie Hall – his best friend, his perfect match, and the love of his life. They have been by each other’s side since they were 15 years old, getting married in 1991.

“It’s one of those things you think about and read about,” said Hurst on his Hallmark romance.

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Dr. Hurst discusses foot care and available options with a patient at his foot clinic in Corinth.

We get to see people who are hurting, and then start walking again.

If you’re good to your patients, the rest will come.

– DR. ROBERT HURST From Page 8

After graduating from Hardin County in 1988, the Savannah native decided to stay in West Tennessee to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and chemistry from the University of Memphis in 1993. The next step in Hurst’s journey to become a podiatrist would send him north.

The Hurst’s packed their things in Memphis and headed to Des Moines University College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery in Iowa.

“At the time there were only six podiatry schools in the country, and they were all in big cities,” said the small town native. “I always knew I wanted to go to Des Moines.”

The unique patient oriented teaching style and its great reputation is what drew Hurst to Des Moines and leave his southern comfort zone.

“A country boy from Hardin County going to the north …” Hurst laughed at the scenario. “Different people, still really good.”

The change in scenery brought with it new challenges and opportunities. The lessons of hard work from his mother and grandfather proved invaluable as Hurst continued to excel in his studies.

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Hurst graduated number one in his class in 1999 and received the Graduate with Distinction Award, the highest honor given to just one student of the graduating class. The award hangs proudly on his office wall.

Nearly 30 years have passed and Hurst says he’s the same easy going Hardin County boy he’s always been. He and Angie have reared their three daughters, Kayli, Olivia, and Colby, to work hard, chase what they love, and enjoy life along the way. It turned out to be a good lesson.

Angie is heavily involved in the successful family business, Hurst Foot Clinic. Dr. Hurst is board certified in foot surgery and has two clinic locations – Pratt Drive off Harper Road in Corinth and Wayne Road in his hometown.

Their oldest daughter, Dr. Kayli Hurst, graduated from DMU College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, her father’s alma mater, and plans to join the family practice in the near future. Olivia is currently a freshman at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville with plans of becoming a podiatrist as well. Colby is a member of the eighth grade dance team at Hardin County Middle School.

Family has been the driving force behind Hurst, from his mother, grandfather, Angie, and his girls. He brings that sense of family and care to his patients.

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Becoming a podiatrist was always Dr. Hurst’s dream.

“We get to see people who are hurting, and then start walking again,” said Hurst with an ear-to-ear grin. “If you’re good to your patients, the rest will come.”

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Simple strategies to help combat stress J

ust about everyone experiences stressful situations at some point in their lives.

Sometimes a measure of stress can provide motivation to do one’s best or strive for an especially lofty goal. However, when stress becomes a chronic condition, it can adversely affect individuals’ quality of life and even their overall health.

Harvard Medical School says stress can manifest itself in myriad ways. Stress can cause tension headaches, indigestion, aches and pains, or even heart palpitations, and it may affect the mind by making it hard to concentrate or make decisions.

Many people experience stress through emotional or psychological symptoms, such as irritability or feeling down.

Learning how to effectively manage stress is essential for individuals’ overall well-being.

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bstacles are bound to appear as individuals embark on the road to getting healthier.

Such obstacles come in many different forms, but one hurdle many individuals encounter is doubts about the effectiveness of their workout regimens.

Everyone would love to reap instant rewards from exercise, and immediate gratification is not necessarily elusive. For example, individuals who begin exercising may find their energy levels and attitudes have improved after their first workout. However, individuals who are exercising to lose weight may be discouraged if the scale doesn’t immediately indicate they’re shedding unwanted pounds.

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A small amount of periodic stress can be a good thing. However, chronic stress poses a significant threat to individuals’ long-term health.

Exercise regularly

Exercise serves many functions, including acting as a potent stress relief strategy.

The Cleveland Clinic says aerobic exercise releases endorphins, which are natural substances that help a person feel better and maintain a positive attitude. Movement activities like yoga or Tai Chi also can relax the mind and body and promote physical health.

Take media breaks

Overwhelming oneself with a barrage of negative news stories or constant information can increase stress levels.

Individuals can strive to remain informed and still build breaks into their schedules. Shut off news programs, turn over the newspaper or tune out of social media from time to time. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that individuals who are stressed out by world events reduce the number of times they read the news or check the headlines each day.

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industry professionals note that losing one to two pounds per week is a good sign that a workout routine is working.

The experts at Johns Hopkins Medicine note that weight loss is not the only way for individuals to determine if they’re making progress toward their weight loss goals. The following are three additional metrics that individuals can look to as they try to chart their exercise progress.

Target heart rate

Before beginning an exercise regimen, individuals, especially those who have been living a sedentary lifestyle, should speak with their physicians to determine what their target heart rate should be.

They can then measure their exercise progress by what they need to do to reach that progress. At the outset, individuals may not need to exercise as vigorously to reach their target rates, but as their bodies get healthier and grow more acclimated to exercise, they will need to work harder to reach their target heart rate. This makes target heart rate a good metric by which to measure exercise progress.

Repetitions

Johns Hopkins Medicine notes that repetitions are another reliable metric by which to measure exercise progress.

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Remaining patient and persistent and utilizing certain metrics to measure progress can keep individuals on the path to getting fit.

The more repetitions individuals can do without straining, the stronger their muscles are becoming.

Individuals should resist any urge to overdo it. The repetitions metric is only a useful measure of progress if individuals are capable of doing a rep without straining.

Body composition

This metric should come as no surprise.

The more positively exercise affects the body, the more that will show in how the body looks. Johns Hopkins notes that fat loss, specifically around the waist, and muscle growth are two telltale signs that an exercise regimen is progressing. www.mycrossroadsmagazine.com

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edical emergencies pose a significant threat to human health.

According to the National Center for Health Statistics, unintentional injuries accounted for more than 192,000 deaths in 2020. That marks a significant increase since 2015, when NCHS data indicates roughly 146,000 people died from unintentional injuries.

Unintentional injuries are not the only situations that qualify as medical emergencies, which also can result from sudden, life-threatening issues like heart attack or stroke.

Knowing what to do in the wake of a medical emergency can reduce the likelihood that such instances end in tragedy. And though medical emergencies might be most often associated with aging men and women, such scenarios can affect anyone at any time. That means it’s in everyone’s best interest to learn how to plan for medical emergencies.

■■ Document your medical history and keep printed documentation in an easily accessible place.

Younger individuals likely won’t have as

Medical emergencies can affect anyone at any time. Knowing what to do in such situations can save lives and increase the chances of a positive outcome.

much documentation regarding their medical histories, including existing conditions, medications and even previous emergencies.

But all individuals should print out a document that includes a brief rundown of their medical histories, and keep the document in an easily accessible place so caretakers, spouses or roommates can quickly find it and share all relevant information with first responders.

■■ Pack an overnight bag.

Aging men and women or young people with a history of illness and/or medical emer-

gencies should pack an overnight bag or ask their caretakers to pack one for them. Include pajamas, personal toiletries and other care items, and even some books or activity books so you have something to do should you require an extended stay in the hospital.

Include a spare phone or device charger in your overnight bag, as it’s easy to forget such items when you’re hurrying out the door in an emergency situation.

■■ Become CPR-certified.

The medical experts at MedStar Health recommend that individuals take classes for first aid and CPR. Such lessons can save lives and help anyone experiencing a medical emergency get immediate attention until first responders arrive to administer additional care. Some organizations may offer free CPR courses, while others, including the American Red Cross, offer training at affordable prices.

■■ Map out the quickest route to the nearest emergency room.

Modern drivers are accustomed to relying on their car’s GPS systems to get from point A to point B. However, during a medical emergency it’s ideal if individuals or caretakers already know where the nearest hospital is and how to get there.

That removes uncertainties from the situation and ensures that precious seconds won’t be wasted trying to get devices to connect with automobiles.

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well-balanced diet rich in nutrients and vitamins is an essential component of a healthy diet.

When coupled with routine exercise, a healthy diet can pave the way for a long life.

However, some foods considered healthy, including dairy products and wheat, can pose a threat to men, women and children, triggering allergic reactions that can put their lives in jeopardy.

Food allergies are no small concern. In fact, according to FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education), an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life and health of individuals with food allergies, an allergic reaction to food sends someone to the emergency room every three minutes in the United States. To avoid such trips, it’s imperative that people understand food allergies and learn to recognize the symptoms of allergic reactions. www.mycrossroadsmagazine.com

What is a food allergy?

FARE notes that food allergies are a medical condition in which exposure to certain foods triggers harmful responses from the immune system. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, these immune responses can be severe and life threatening. For example, anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that causes the immune system to release a flood of chemicals, potentially sending a person into shock. The Mayo Clinic notes that anaphylaxis causes a sudden drop in blood pressure and the narrowing of airways, making it difficult, if not impossible, to breathe.

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Otherwise healthy foods and beverages, including milk, can sometimes trigger potentially dangerous allergic reactions.

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All roads lead to Alcorn County native and Alcorn Central High School graduate Betty Boren Grothe loves her new role at Magnolia Regional Health Center.

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Hometown girl comes home to

Magnolia Regional Health Center Betty Grothe is the new Director of Marketing and Strategic Planning

at her hometown hospital. After majoring in psychology at Middle Tennessee State University, she worked for years in marketing and public relations for various

By CAROL HUMPHREYS healthcare organizations in Memphis.

For Crossroads Magazine Grothe is also a certified life coach and mentors young women in various parts of armington native Betty Boren Grothe their lives. She does so by helping them set has come back home to work. and obtain achievable life goals, whether After years of working in Memphis, that includes a new career path or obtain the public relations expert now works as goals in their current position. the Director of Marketing and Strategic “I just want to help people be a better Planning at the hospital where she was version of themselves,” she said. “My mantra born. Her new job has not only rekindled is ‘Inspiring today’s girls, empowering her hometown connections, but given her tomorrow’s leaders.’” a newfound passion to grow Magnolia After her previous jobs with a company Regional Healthcare Center’s footprint. she had worked for almost 10 years was Though she only obtained her new absorbed by a new company, Grothe position in October 2021, she and her found out MRHC was searching for a marketing team have hit the ground new marketing director. When she was running with new plans including a new offered the job, she felt her life experiences tagline for the hospital, “All roads lead to were coming together for this special Magnolia.” opportunity.

“We’re focused on bringing in patients “I was born in this hospital so it has a lot of from the outer lying areas around Corinth sentimental value to me. I came back home – from across the Tennessee border, and to work for the patients and citizens in the south, east and west of the hospital. We town I grew up in. It has just been the right want our community and patients to seek fit for me,” said the 1985 Alcorn Central care and services here at MRHC instead of High School graduate. driving an hour away to Memphis, Tupelo Her new job enables her to spend more or Jackson, Tenn.,” said Grothe. time with her father, Farmington resident Her job entails overseeing the hospital’s Bill Boren and her siblings. She recently strategic plan, re-branding efforts, crisis joined The Alliance’s “Crossroads Women’s management, communications, marketing Connection,” and looks forward to making campaigns, press releases and website. She a positive impact through her volunteer feels the most important attributes MRHC efforts with The Alliance. offers are first-in-class patient care and The mother of three sons is married to specialty services.

Kevin Grothe who is vice-president of the “We have an outstanding emergency Memphis in May Beale Street Fest. The medicine residency program, offered couple enjoys traveling and both are avid through our GME (Graduate Medical “foodies.” They have planned an upcoming Education) program,” said the professional. trip to California to explore Napa Valley, “Our women’s health care is outstanding known for its wine region and gourmet and of course, our cardiac healthcare is food. first-rate offering state-of-the-art heart The marketing director credits her passion care. Families also drive from all over for people, dedication to patient care and the North Mississippi area to see our love of her hometown community as her pediatricians. The specialty services we offer foundation for success. Despite the current are exceptional, providing prime medical coronavirus health crisis, Grothe remains care. That’s why it’s important we grow our optimistic by surrounding herself with footprint in the area.” positive people.

The Alcorn County native believes “I work with a really good marketing the path she has taken with her own life team,” she commented. “Our leader, choices has brought her back to working MRHC CEO Jim Hobson, always shows

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I want to make a positive difference for the community.

I look forward to growing MRHC’s footprint and help it become more of a specialty hospital. When it comes to their healthcare, I want people here and in the surrounding communities to think of Magnolia first.

– BETTY BOREN GROTHE appreciation of our efforts and hard work. He makes the time to check in with everyone from our environmental services team to clinical staff to patient care techs.

This inspires me to be a better leader for my team as well as my teammates.”

Team member and marketing coordinator Katelyn McKinney agreed.

“Betty and I work well together on a daily basis,” she said. “We collaborate ideas for different types of media and implement marketing plans. Though I’ve only been here a short time, she’s been very creative and encouraging.”

Grothe loves her new job.

“My heart is really in this job. I think when you leave and come back home, things taste a little sweeter and mean more to you,” said Grothe. “I want to make a positive difference for the community. I look forward to growing MRHC’s footprint and help it become more of a specialty hospital. When it comes to their healthcare, I want people here and in the surrounding communities to think of Magnolia first.”

(Corinth resident Carol Humphreys is a freelance writer and contributor to the Daily Corinthian Crossroads Magazine.)

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Four common heart conditions C ardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death across the globe. According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 17.9 million people die each year from cardiovascular diseases, which are a group of disorders of the heart and blood vessels.

The sheer volume of deaths caused by heart disease each year suggest there’s little people can do to avoid it. However, the Canadian organization Heart & Stroke notes that healthy behaviors like eating a heart-healthy diet and exercising regularly can help individuals delay the onset of heart disease by as much as 14 years.

Education is another valuable asset in the fight against heart disease. Individuals who are aware of common heart illnesses can discuss them with their physicians and take measures to reduce their risk.

Angina

Heart & Stroke notes that angina is another word for chest pain. The discomfort associated with angina, which can feel like squeezing, suffocating or burning, is caused by a temporary disruption in the flow of blood and oxygen to the heart.

Though angina symptoms typically do not last long, they are considered warning signs for heart attack and should be discussed with a physician immediately after they appear.

Atherosclerosis

Atherosclerosis is characterized by the buildup of plaque on the interior wall of an artery. That buildup makes the walls of the artery thick and hard, thus restricting the flow of blood, and can potentially contribute to a blockage. The experts at Johns Hopkins Medicine note that risk factors for atherosclerosis include high cholesterol, high blood pressure, obesity, and a poor diet that includes lots of saturated fats.

Atherosclerosis can cause angina, though many individuals with the condition experience no symptoms until it has reached an advanced stage. Blockages in the leg may cause cramping when exercising or walking, while those in the arteries of the heart can cause heart attack. Blockages that develop in the brain can cause stroke.

Cardiomyopathy

The Centers for Disease Control and

Heart disease claims the lives of millions of people each year. Recognizing common heart conditions and how to prevent them can help individuals lower their risk for this disease.

Prevention notes that cardiomyopathy often goes undiagnosed, making it hard to determine just how common the condition is. But the CDC estimates that as many as one in 500 adults have cardiomyopathy. Cardiomyopathy is a disease of the heart muscle that makes it harder for the heart to pump oxygen-rich blood to the body at optimal capacity.

Heart & Stroke notes that cardiomyopathy can lead to heart failure. Early stages of cardiomyopathy may not produce any symptoms, but as the disease gets worse individuals may experience fainting, irregular or rapid heartbeats, light-headedness, and swelling of the hands and feet, among other things.

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Health pros who may make up the cancer care team C

ancer is the second leading cause of death across the globe.

According to the World Health Organization, cancer was responsible for an estimated 9.6 million deaths in 2018. That statistic highlights just how serious a threat cancer can be.

While cancer claims the lives of millions of people each year, a cancer diagnosis is most definitely not a death sentence. In fact, five-year survival rates for various cancers detected in their early stages are very high. For example, the organization Cancer Research UK notes that more than nine in 10 bowel cancer patients will survive the disease for more than five years if it’s diagnosed at the earliest stage.

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■■ Anesthesiologists: A professional who administer drugs or other agents, such as gasses, that can put patients into a deep sleep or alleviate pain. Anesthesiologists typically perform these tasks during surgical procedures.

■■ Case manager: Case managers coordinate patients’ care throughout diagnosis, treatment and recovery. Case managers work in a liaison-type role between patients and their insurance companies.

■■ Clinical nurse specialist: A clinical nurse specialist, or CNS, is a highly educated individual who works closely with the entire cancer care team. These professionals have advanced training and clinical experience in a certain area of medical and nursing practice.

■■ Discharge coordinator: Discharge coordinators are often nurses or social workers who help make sure patients have what they need to continue their recovery when they leave the hospital.

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■■ Dosimetrist: A specially trained and certified individual who calculates and plans the correct dose of radiation therapy for cancer treatment.

■■ Medical oncologist: A doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating cancer with chemotherapy and other drugs.

■■ Nurse practitioner: A nurse practitioner, or NP, may be referred to as an advanced practice registered nurse. These professionals have a master’s or doctoral degree and special certification and work closely with doctors, helping to diagnose and manage care.

■■ Oncologist: A doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating cancer.

■■ Palliative care specialists or team: A group of healthcare professionals that may include doctors, nurses, pharmacists and others, who work together to help patients manage symptoms such as pain, nausea or fatigue.

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Daily aches and pains may be seen as a normal byproduct of aging, but that does not mean aging individuals should simply accept pain. In fact, daily discomfort can be remedied with some relatively easy techniques.

■■ Get moving.

Lower back pain is common among adults, and most often appears when individuals are in their mid-30s and 40s. Strength training and cardio exercises can remedy this pain because these activities increase blood flow and help build core muscles, which support the spine. Support can alleviate pressure on the discs in the back. Exercising also will build strength in other areas of the body and support joints.

■■ Practice good posture.

Sitting and standing with optimal posture can help the body feel better. The body is designed to stand in a “neutral” position that stacks the pelvis, head and torso, according to DMC Healthcare. When posture is out of whack, this puts undue stress on muscles, leading to pain. Dropping your head or shoulders also can create unnecessary tension that leads to headaches. Good posture can alleviate this.

■■ Exercise more often.

Certain pains arise when exercising for the first time or performing a new activity. Allan H. Goldfarb, Ph.D., a professor and exercise physiologist at the University of North Carolina, Greensboro, says when you do the same activity again and again, your muscles will start to get used to it and soreness will be reduced. Don’t give up on exercise too soon, but include off days in your routine to give your body time to become more acclimated to increased physical activity.

■■ Get tested.

Speak with your doctor if you have chronic pain in one or more areas. Such pain may be a sign of osteoarthritis, an inflammatory condition that is associated with aging.

Rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune conditions can cause aches and pains as well, leaving the joints and tendons inflamed and a body with low energy. A doctor can rule out

Lower back pain is common. Various strategies can reduce aches and pains.

these conditions or help you get the therapy and medications you need.

■■ Increase stretching and movement exercises.

Incorporate stretching and movement exercises like yoga or tai chi into your daily regimen. These activities slowly stretch areas of the body and can improve range of motion and flexibility over time.

These are just a few ways to address common aches and pains. Medical interventions, physical therapy, occupational therapy and ergonomics assessments, and massage therapy also may help to alleviate aches and pains.

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healer’s hands.

An engineer’s mind.

A father’s caring heart.

For more than 30 years and more than 24,000 operations Randall Frazier, M.D. has brought those together to care for the patients he serves at Magnolia Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic.

The Memphis native said he was blessed to find the perfect home and community to raise his family and grow his practice in Corinth.

“We’re so appreciative of the community who have accepted us and our family and supported our practice,” he said.

The son of a family of engineers, Frazier grew up with a fascination for how things work but found himself drawn not to nuts and bolts but the inner workings of the human body.

“My dad was a civil engineer and all my brothers and sisters went into engineering.

We would take things apart and put them back together and I started doing that with fish we’d catch. When we were just filleting the fish I would actually try to see what else was going on with that,” he recalled.

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He attended Vanderbilt University where he began as an engineering major before finding his lifelong path in medical school.

“I still had that fascination with the human body and how it worked, so I decided to put it toward medicine,” he said.

After beginning with the idea of going into cardiovascular surgery, he found his niche in the world of orthopedics where surgeons help patients regain mobility and motion through the treatment of illnesses and injuries of the musculoskeletal system.

His engineering mind found a home in the practice of repairing problems with the way the body moves.

“It was the ability to use engineering to solve problems. So much of medicine is memorization and being able to know things. With orthopedics, it was more engineering principles where you’d have a way things work and then you design and engineer to be able to fix that problem. It was never just a simple answer. It took some deduction and figuring out,” said the surgeon.

After medical school at Vanderbilt, Frazier did his residency at the world known, elite Campbell’s Clinic in Memphis where he learned principles that continue to guide him today.

“When I went there it was just a natural fit with the principles of excellence in everything you do.

You do it right the first time. You make sure you know what you’re doing and then you do it correctly. That dedication to excellence carried through,” he said.

After completing his residency he and his wife, Tammi, were looking for the right place to move and start an orthopedic practice. High on the priority list was a community with opportunities for both work and quality of life for their family.

Already familiar with the Pickwick area, they found in Corinth a welcoming community and a progressive and supportive hospital.

“It seemed like a good opportunity to come and set up my own practice and direct it and we came then and haven’t looked back,” he recalled.

As the practice has grown and changed, the support of the community has continued to bless them, noted the doctor.

“The support of the community and the support of the hospital and the medical staff has been tremendous,” he said.

The longtime surgeon said he still gets excited about the opportunities to make a difference in his patients’ lives.

“I love being able to see a patient who has gone from not being able to walk to being someone who is now able to walk and get back to their lifestyle,” he said.

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Members of the Frazier family gather on the front porch of their historic downtown Corinth home for a recent family portrait, including Sam Montgomery, Cooper Frazier, Erin Frazier Montgomery, Parks and Caroline Frazier, Baylor Frazier and Randy and Tammi Frazier.

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He also remains fascinated by the pursuit of excellence.

“Every patient and disease is unique.

Everything is new and everything is different. Every procedure I do has got a little bit of a challenge to it and every time I look at a procedure I look at how I can do that a little bit better, how I can make it easier on the patient, how it can have a little bit longer lifespan. What things I can do to make that procedure better every time I do it,” he said.

Technology has brought constant changes to the field as well.

“Today there’s a real focus on joint preservation. Instead of taking everything out, we try to save as much as we can and try to prolong it,” said the surgeon.

That includes partial knee replacements instead of full and joint resurfacing and other treatments to extend the lifespan of the patient’s natural joints.

The growth of arthroscopic surgery, done through small incisions, has also reduced hospitalization and recovery times for “All our friends patients. told us how great “More is done now being grandparents without having to be in the hospital. It’s was going to be. done where you come It’s still not and go home the something you can same day,” he said. explain, that The same community that welcomed feeling when you see your child with Frazier as a doctor has also welcomed and their child and the nurtured the Frazier emotions that run family.

“Part of our desire through you.” to come here was RANDALL FRAZIER the ability to raise a family in a place that we felt comfortable. It takes a village to raise a family and our social network of friends and family have been able to watch out for each other’s children as they’ve grown up,” he said.

He and Tammi share four children, all Corinth High School graduates who are continuing to succeed in life – Parks, Erin, Baylor and Cooper. The couple also recently welcomed their first grandchild – Randall Parks Frazier III. “All our friends told us how great being grandparents was going to be. It’s still not something you can explain, that feeling when you see your child with their child and the emotions that run through you,” he said.

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Three generations of Randall Parks Frazier’s share some family time together, including Randy the grandfather, Parks the dad and the newest family member – Trace.

part of community events. Whenever we can be available to help with a community event we try to do so,” he said.

The surgeon is finding himself transitioning in his personal life after years of life revolving around his children and their school sports and activities. His love for engineering remains and it’s now become his hobby as he’s become fascinated with electronics and home automation.

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The show has turned into a tradition for local families and people throughout the Crossroads area travel to Corinth to see the spectacular light and music show at their historic downtown home.

The light show has been a blessing for the family and another way to give back to the community.

“The excitement that we see and the community support we get with it really drives us to try to do it better and do more each year,” he said. www.mycrossroadsmagazine.com

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leep is an often unsung hero of overall health.

Diet and exercise get their fair share of glory, but without a good night’s rest, even the most physically active, nutrition-conscious individuals are vulnerable to a host of ailments and illnesses.

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, most adults need seven or more hours of sleep on a regular schedule each night. Athletes may even benefit from additional sleep.

In fact, a 2011 study published in the journal Sleep examined the effects of sleep extension on the athletic performance of collegiate basketball players. That study found that athletes asked to extend their normal sleep times exhibited faster sprint times and increased free-throw accuracy and a reduction in fatigue at the end of the sleep extension period.

Improved athletic performance is not the only way that sufficient sleep benefits the human body.

body

The immune system

The Mayo Clinic notes that the immune system releases proteins called cytokines during sleep. The release of certain cytokines needs to increase when individuals are experiencing infections or inflammation, which is one reason why doctors often recommend extra sleep to sick patients.

Without adequate sleep, the immune system may not produce enough cytokines, and that can increase the frequency with which individuals get sick.

Sleep is not often mentioned alongside diet and exercise as a vital component of overall health. But a good night’s rest is no less vital to long-term health than a healthy diet and physical activity.

women’s sleep habits for 16 years found that those who slept just six hours per night were 12 percent more likely to experience major weight gain than women who slept seven hours per night.

Experts aren’t entirely sure why this relationship exists, but the results of various studies support the idea that insufficient sleep is a potential catalyst for gaining weight.

Chronic disease

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that insufficient sleep has been linked to the development and management Weight gain of various chronic diseases. For example, The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public the CDC indicates that insufficient sleep has Health reports there is mounting evidence to been linked to an increased risk for type 2 suggest a link between insufficient sleep and diabetes. weight gain and obesity. Studies exploring In addition, the CDC reports that instancthis potential link have been conducted for es of hypertension, stroke, coronary heart decades and have examined how sleep affects disease, and irregular heartbeat are more people of all ages and genders. At the 2006 common among individuals with disordered American Thoracic Society International sleep than they are among people without Conference, researchers who had tracked such sleep abnormalities.

How to be a BETTER health care consumer H

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The American Institute of Preventive Medicine reports that Americans spend more time researching which cars and appliances to buy than they do health plans.

Much of that is undoubtedly due to the belief that employers do much of the legwork in picking health care plans, leaving individuals with less responsibility and facing a relatively simple decision of picking the best employer-sponsored plan offered to them. But there’s more than that to being a wise health care consumer, and individuals can embrace these strategies so they have a better understanding of their plans and coverage.

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whenever a plan is up for renewal and/or being changed. Such meetings can easily get lost in the hectic fray of modern business environments, but professionals should find the time to attend them. Enrollment meetings explain benefits in detail and provide a great opportunity to speak directly with an insurance provider without having to go through the often time-consuming customer service hotline.

■■ Do your homework Prior to an enrollment meeting, ask for information about the plans an employer is offering, then go through those plans and jot down any questions you may have and ask them during the meeting. Understanding benefits is an essential trait of a wise health care consumer, so don’t hesitate to ask questions about what is and isn’t covered under each plan you’re considering.

■■ Avoid overemphasizing cost Cost is a big consideration for health care consumers. According to the Kaiser FamCROSSROADS MAGAZINE

ily Foundation, the average annual cost of health insurance in the United States is just under $7,500 for an individual and more than $21,000 for a family.

Though it may be tempting to choose the least expensive plan you’re offered, avoid overemphasizing cost, especially at the expense of coverage. Adequate coverage that will help individuals and their families avoid financial difficulties in the case of emergencies or significant medical events should be a bigger priority than the cost of the plan.

■■ Learn about the benefits associated with preventive care Many health insurance plans offer rebates to consumers who have memberships at fitness facilities and use those memberships a certain number of times in a set period of time. These benefits aren’t just ways to save money.

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Meditate or perform breathing exercises Breathing and meditation can help alleviate stress, according to the American Heart Association.

A quick meditation can provide some perspective. If a situation is stressful, go for a walk or take a few slow, deep breaths until the body relaxes.

Harvard Medical School also HEART from page 24

Coronary artery disease Heart & Stroke notes that coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common form of heart disease. CAD occurs when one or more of the coronary arteries narrows or becomes blocked.

CAD causes damage or disease to major blood vessels

says meditation can induce a relaxation response, which is an antidote to stress.

Change negatives to positives

Negative self-talk may increase stress, but positive self-talk can help a person calm down. Individuals should practice positive self-talk every day.

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