Community Outreach

Orthopedic Nurse Navigator, Jaycee Dedmon, was the guest speaker at Daimler's Lunch and Learn February 6, 2019. Her presentation, "Maintaining Healthy Joints," was well received with much interest and questions.For more information, visit www.MyLakeNormanOrtho.com or, to schedule an appointment, call (704) 810-1513.

Stephen "Steve" Midkiff, CEO of Lake Norman Regional Medical Center, served as the 2018 Board Chairman for the Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce. He was recognized by Kirk Ballard, Chamber President, at the Annual Chamber Business Luncheon on January 25 for his dedicated service. "A Legacy of Leadership" was this year's luncheon theme; a most appropriate theme for Lake Norman Regional Medical Center's leader. Thank you, Steve, for your commitment to the hospital and community and for always leading by example of service above self.

Physical and Occupational Therapist Lori, DPT, OT/L, Cert DN, AIB-VR, of the Lake Norman Rehabilitation Center was today's guest presenter for the Mooresville-Lake Norman Rotary Club. Her topic was "Vestibular Rehab." For more information on the hospital's rehabilitation services, click here.

Medical Explorers Post, a division of the Boy Scouts of America, enjoyed an evening (Dec 6) in the surgical services department. Area high school juniors and seniors participating in the Explorers Post this school year learned about scrubbing in, what takes place in the OR, and about diverse careers available in the surgical field. The department's director and staff hosted the students for their monthly meeting at the hospital, contributing their time, experience and expertise in the surgical services field.

Michelle Bertsch, M.D., FACS, of Lake Norman Medical Group, Surgery and Breast Health Mooresville, was the guest speaker at the October 23, 2018, AARP meeting in Mooresville. Her presentation on "Breast Cancer" was given in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr, Bertsch, call (704) 660-2610.

Lake Norman Regional Medical Center participated in the annual Iredell County Employee Health Fair on October 17, 2018, providing blood pressure checks, body fat assessments and lots of healthy information.

Lake Norman Regional Medical Center participated in the annual Get Fit Iredell Kickball Tournament on October 14, 2018. Get Fit Iredell is a continuous, community partnership that designs and promotes active living opportunities to improve health.

Lake Norman Regional Medical Center always enjoys participating in the Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce Annual Business Expo! This year's Expo, October 12, 2018, was held during Hurricane Michael but everyone stayed safe and well throughout the storm!

Dr. John Clements, gastroenterologist with Lake Norman Medical Group, Lake Norman Gastroenterology, was the featured presenter for the October 3, 2018, Senior Circle monthly meeting. His topic, "Colon Cancer Awareness," was well-attended with much interest. For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Clements, call (704) 660-2622.

Hospital departments represented at Engineered Sintered Components Health Fair on October 2, 2018, include Orthopedics, Women's Health, Imaging - Breast Health and Occupational Medicine.

Paul Fagan, PA-C, MSPAS, Bariatrics/Medical Weight Management with Lake Norman Medical Group, The Center for Surgical Weight Loss at Lake Norman, presented, "Successful Weight Loss Management" to the War Memorial Senior Group on September 26, 2018. For more information or to schedule an appointment with Physician Assistant Paul Fagan, call (704) 660-4584.

Gabriel Fitton, M.D., of Lake Norman Medical Group, Primary Care Gateway, gave a community presentation September 12 on “Cholesterol.” Free total cholesterol checks were provided 30-minutes prior to the program. For more information or to schedule an appointment online with Dr. Fitton, click here.

Dr. Jennifer Albrecht, family medicine physician with Lake Norman Medical Group, Primary Care Gateway in Mooresville, was guest speaker on August 29, 2018, for the local chapter of the AARP's Caregiver's Summit. Her topic was "Fitness in Golden Years." For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Albrecht, call (704) 799-7811, or schedule online.

 

The August 15, 2018, Mooresville Civitan guest speaker was Paul Fagan, PA-C, MSPAS, Bariatrics/Medical Weight Management with Lake Norman Center for Surgical Weight Loss at Lake Norman. Physician Assistant Fagan presented his popular topic, "Successful Weight Loss Management" to the civic club.

Paul Fagan, PA-C, MSPAS, Bariatrics/Medical Weight Management with Lake Norman Medical Group, The Center for Surgical Weight Loss at Lake Norman, presented, "Successful Weight Loss Management" to the South Iredell Senior Center group on August 14, 2018.

Elizabeth Hayes, MSN, FNP-BC, Family Nurse Practitioner with Lake Norman Medical Group, Family Medicine Denver, was the guest speaker for the Lake Norman Healthcare Forum held at the Levine Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville, on August 7, with a topic of "Hypertension."

Paul Fagan, PA-C, MSPAS, Bariatrics/Medical Weight Management with Lake Norman Medical Group, The Center for Surgical Weight Loss at Lake Norman, addressed the Rotary Club of Mooresville/Lake Norman July 31 on "Successful Weight Loss and Management."

Elizabeth Hayes, MSN, FNP-BC, Family Nurse Practitioner with Lake Norman Medical Group, Family Medicine Denver, addressed the Lincoln County Senior Center group July 11 on "Screening Guidelines for People 65+" with much interest from the attendees.

Dr. Elizabeth Clay, Family Medicine Physician with Lake Norman Medical Group, Family Medicine Denver, was the guest speaker at the South Iredell Senior Center in Mooresville on June 29. She presented "Skin Cancer Awareness" followed by an opportunity for questions and answers with a very engaged audience.

Dr. Jordan Glaser, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon with Lake Norman Medical Group, Orthopedic Spine Mooresville, presented to the AARP group at the South Iredell Senior Center on June 26. His topic, "Introduction to the Spine," was well received with much interest.

Dr. Matthew CiRullo, Family Medicine Physician with Lake Norman Medical Group, Family Medicine Mooresville, was the guest speaker for the PROBUS Club meeting, June 19, at Berea Baptist Church in Mooresville. His topic, Senior Health Maintenance, covered a range of health topics for seniors

Lake Norman Medical Group, Family Medicine Denver participating in Lake Norman BabyFest 2018 hosted by Lake Norman Regional Medical Center June 2.