At the Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center Blog you'll find information you can use to improve your overall health and well-being, and stories about our amazing patients and Healthcare Heroes serving our community.
An Active Life, Unexpectedly on Hold
August 17, 2020
When Jeannie Smith had a wound that wouldn’t heal, she turned to the Hyperbaric and Wound Care Center at Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center. There she found the treatment she needed, at a convenient, close-to-home location.
End-of-Summer Heart Health
July 30, 2020
A healthy heart is vital to good health. And while heart disease, unfortunately, remains the leading cause of death in the United States, there are things you can do to help keep this all-important organ in top form.
Community Steps up With Overwhelming Show of Support
May 21, 2020
As Fort Duncan rises to the challenge of treating those diagnosed with COVID-19, our community has shown their support in inspiring ways.
Ask the Doctor: Advanced Treatment for Diabetic Wounds
May 19, 2020
Hyperbaric Medical Director Ruben de Los Santos, MD, shares insights on advanced treatments for stubborn wounds, including those related to diabetes.
Health Screenings for Every Stage of a Man's Life
May 17, 2020
Routine physicals and preventive screenings are a key part of maintaining good health. See the screenings recommended for every stage of a man's life.
Understanding an Unseen Invader – a Closer Look at Viruses
May 14, 2020
A timely primer on viruses, including how your body fights them off, what makes them different from bacteria, and why COVID-19 is considered "novel".