Patients’ Rights: What You Need to Know

In the world of healthcare, there are a lot of rules and regulations. All of the fine print and codes can be overwhelming as a patient, and healthcare can be intimidating for many.

It’s easy to get overwhelmed and lost as a patient, even if you’re in need of care.

While it seems as though there are many rules you have to follow as a patient, it should be comforting to know that there are rules your care providers have to follow as well.

If you live with obstructive sleep apnea, you know how difficult it can be to get a good night of sleep. And if you use a CPAP device, you know how much more difficult it is to feel comfortable and sleep through the night.

You want to lose the mask, but that will only make your obstructive sleep apnea worse. Maybe there are some alternatives, though.

When it comes to obstructive sleep apnea, there’s no magic pill that will make the disorder go away, but there are some options to consider.

If you’re looking for ways to get rid of your CPAP device, there are some easy strategies and alternatives you can try.

National Hernia Awareness Month is observed each June to raise public awareness about hernias and effective treatments.

What is a hernia? A hernia occurs when an organ or fatty tissue squeezes through a weak spot in a surrounding muscle or connective tissue called fascia. Most hernias are named for their location:

• Ventral (front of the abdomen)
• Umbilical
• Inguinal
• Incisional
• Femoral
• Hiatal

There are many challenges to face within the world of healthcare, especially if you’re a care provider. Patients are the number one concern, since their well-being is the top priority of healthcare. Placing priority on patients requires astute attention to detail, constant research into new modes of care, and utilizing tools and environments that will be conducive to successful outcomes.

Maybe you’ve heard of ambulatory surgical centers before, but even if you have, there’s still a high chance you are unsure whether an ASC is right for you.

For starters, it’s important to know exactly what an ASC is, even if you have some background knowledge. So let’s answer the main question: What is an ASC?

Iowa City Ambulatory Surgical Center is leading the way with helping patients manage their chronic and long-lasting pain. Our surgeons and other team members have made it their mission to find solutions for their patients who suffer with chronic pain.

Have you recently been diagnosed with cataracts? If you have, you probably have many questions, especially about what cataracts are and how you can have yours treated. Being diagnosed with any medical condition can be overwhelming, and it isn’t uncommon for patients to feel a bit worried when they’re diagnosed with cataracts. At Iowa City ASC, though, we want to help patients feel relaxed, and that starts with a better understanding of whatever health conditions they are dealing with.

If you suffer from osteoarthritis in your knees, you know how uncomfortable life can be, and it might seem like your mobility will continue to be limited, but there are options available to help you get back to living your best life through knee replacement surgery! Knee replacement surgery is often recommended for patients with osteoarthritis in their knees. At Iowa City Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC), our team of care providers know the thought of having surgery can be stressful and scary to patients. However, knee replacement surgery can help you get the most out of your life by taking away the pain and helping you regain mobility. Furthermore, our team offers an alternative to traditional knee replacement surgeries that make the process easier than before.

If you or one of your loved ones has had surgery, you know how stressful it can be. Stress and surgery are not an atypical pairing, and many people deal with anxiety before their procedure. In fact, there’s even a word for the fear patients experience before their surgical procedure: tomophobia. While it’s natural to experience stress and some fear before surgery, receiving the care you need doesn’t have to cause you anxiety. This is certainly more easily said than done, but you can reduce your stress by following the advice of your care provider that will make your surgery experience as comfortable and easy as possible.

By now, you’ve likely heard about Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASC), but you might be a bit confused on the differences between services provided by an ASC and a regular hospital. For starters, hospitals provide a wide range of care, from everyday checkups to intensive surgeries. Hospitals are also capable of housing patients who require long-term care while they convalesce from cancer treatment or surgeries.