Posts by Saltzer Health
Sleep Disorders: 6 Major Types of Sleep Issues and What to Do
It may be tempting to think of fatigue as a minor inconvenience rather than an indicator of a serious health issue, but that assumption may be dangerous. The consequences of sleep disorders range from behavioral issues to heart attacks, and it is absolutely possible for a serious sleep disorder to fly under the radar for…
Read MoreSaltzer Health OB/GYN Megan Kasper, MD, gives advice and reassurance to pregnant women
Bringing a child into the world should be one of the most joyous moments of a woman’s life, but the pandemic does worry some expecting women. Dr. Megan Kasper, an OB/GYN at Saltzer Health, offers reassurance to expectant mothers. Clinics and hospitals have decreased the number of visitors, established screening procedures for every person who…
Read MoreDr. Preston Omer offers advice for parents to help young children during the pandemic
Many parents worried about how the COVID-19 virus is impacting their children. Pediatrician Preston Omer, MD, has some advice about prevention and red flags for parents during the pandemic. In an episode of the KTVB Medical Minute, Dr. Omer said while the vast majority of COVID-19 cases are in adults and the elderly — kids…
Read MoreDr. Mark C. Weinrobe joins Saltzer Health
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Mark C. Weinrobe has joined Saltzer Health. Dr. Weinrobe is board-certified in internal medicine with many years of experience treating patients in the Treasure Valley. Most recently, he worked as an internist at the St. Luke’s Elks Rehabilitation Hospital. As an Internal medicine physician, Dr. Weinrobe uses his…
Read MoreDirector Stacy Chessmore shares the vision for five new urgent care clinics opening this year
Access to quality urgent care services is about to get easier with the development of five new Saltzer Health clinics across the Treasure Valley. In this episode of the KTVB Medical Minute, Director Stacy Chessmore shares her vision for quality care, convenience and personalized service at Saltzer Health’s two existing clinics in Nampa and five…
Read MoreDr. Rasmus shares advice on how to maintain good sleep habits during the pandemic
With all the stress and chaos created by the COVID-19 pandemic, it can be difficult to get a good night’s rest. In an interview for the KTVB Medical Minute, Dr. Mark Rasmus talks about the importance of physical activity, turning off electronic devices and benefits of meditation. Dr. Rasmus is the medical director of the…
Read MoreSaltzer Health’s Joel Lans, MD, recommends screenings to help prevent colon cancer
Every year, there are 146,000 new cases of colon cancer diagnosed in the United States. But the disease is preventable, says Dr. Joel Lans of Saltzer Health. Lans is a board-certified gastroenterologist with 30 years’ experience. During Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, Dr. Lans is seeking to educate the public about the importance of…
Read MoreAs a Boise State football player, Matt Kaiserman suffered a career-ending concussion. Now the VP/COO at Saltzer Health, he educates the community about prevention.
Matt Kaiserman was enjoying a stand-out season as a Boise State football player when he suffered a career-ending head injury in a post-season bowl game. Now the vice president/chief operating officer of Saltzer Health, Kaiserman is passionate about concussion prevention. As a guest on the KTVB Medical Minute, Kaiserman told host Mellisa Paul that concussions…
Read MoreDr. Jesse Chlebeck Joins Saltzer Health
Dr. Jesse Chlebeck, M.D., an orthopaedic surgeon who is fellowship trained in orthopaedic trauma, will join Saltzer Health in January 2020, according to a press release. He is accepting appointments at the Saltzer Health Clinic in Nampa. Since 2018, he has worked as an orthopaedic surgeon at St. Luke’s Nampa. He has also provided on-call…
Read MoreA Veteran’s Day salute to our employees who have served in the military
In honor of Veterans Day, Saltzer Health is highlighting stories shared by employees who have served in the military, and expressing heartfelt thanks for their service. Jessica Craig, IT Specialist: I enlisted as active duty Army in 2007 right out of high school and served four years. I felt compelled to serve my country as…
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