University of Alabama employees enrolled in UA’s health insurance plan can access pharmacy services right on campus. University Health Service Pharmacy is located just steps from the University Medical Center Faculty-Staff Clinic at 750 Peter Bryce Boulevard.
University Medical Center now provides X-ray services at its Carrollton and Livingston clinics, allowing patients to receive more of their care in one place and reduce the need to travel to another facility for imaging. Patients can receive a variety of X-rays at both locations, including imaging of the chest, abdomen, pelvis, spine, joints, extremities and head. X-ray services are available…
University Medical Center is expanding efforts to better support patients with chronic health conditions through a more connected and hands-on approach to care. That approach, Advanced Primary Care Management (APCM), is designed to improve patient outcomes while also supporting the long-term sustainability of primary care, according to Dr. Tom Weida, UMC’s chief medical officer. “It really…
July is UV Safety Awareness Month Summer is here and as temperatures rise, University Medical Center encourages patients to take steps to protect themselves from excessive sun exposure and heat-related illnesses. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun can increase the risk of sunburn and skin cancer, while extreme heat can lead to dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. When spending…
June is Migraine and Headache Awareness Month Migraines and headaches are common neurological conditions that can affect overall health. They can cause severe pain, nausea and sensitivity to light and sound, and can disrupt daily functioning and quality of life. Triggers can include stress, lack of sleep, certain foods and environmental factors. University Medical Center provides comprehensive care for neurological conditions. If you experience frequent or severe headaches and…
University Medical Center is increasing access to obstetrics and gynecology care for its patients with the addition to its practice of a leading medical group for women’s health care. Partlow, Harbin & Poist OBGYN of Tuscaloosa officially joins UMC May 29. “This group is very experienced and well respected in the community,” said Dr. John McDonald, clinical professor and chair of the…
The DCH Sleep Center in Northport, Ala., directed by University Medical Center neurologist Dr. James Geyer, has reached a national milestone – maintaining 25 years of continuous accreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. “This milestone reflects our team’s dedication to delivering high-quality, patient-centered sleep medicine services,” Geyer said. The recognition places the center among just 28 programs nationwide to reach…
University Medical Center in Tuscaloosa is enhancing care by offering lifestyle medicine services to help patients prevent, manage and even reverse chronic disease through healthy lifestyle changes. Led by Dr. Ansley Baccus, a family medicine physician at UMC, and Dr. Jon Baccus, an internal medicine physician at UMC, these services focus on addressing the root causes of conditions such as Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, obesity and heart disease. Ansley…
Improving health for older adults Two University Medical Center physicians have been serving as medical directors of Crossings at North River Assisted Living in Tuscaloosa, helping guide care for residents at the facility. In their roles, Drs. Grier Stewart, an internal medicine physician at UMC, and Jackie Luker, a geriatrician at UMC, work with Crossings staff to oversee resident…
April is recognized as Alcohol Awareness Month by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of alcohol misuse and its effects on overall health. Excessive alcohol use can have serious long-term health consequences, including alcohol use disorder, liver disease, heart disease and high blood pressure. It also…
