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6 40 and counting From the very first patient to the latest advanced surgery, follow four decades of expert care at Methodist Charlton. 12 A towering figure Methodist Mansfield’s new Tower Two is home to serious innovation. Reserve your spot for the Dec. 17 grand opening. 14 Flat on the pitch When John Fina went into cardiac arrest playing soccer, his teammates and Methodist Richardson saved his life. 26 ‘There was no pain.’ A minimally invasive endoscopy procedure at Methodist Dallas cured Jada Watters’ pancreatitis — and saved her life. 39 A close call Independence Day almost turned deadly for Ariel Pyle. Instead, a liver transplant set her free. 5 Winter survival guide Be prepared for another arctic blast — at home and on the road. 17 It’s pie time Simple tweaks let you keep pie on the holiday menu — and off the scale. 11 What’s happening at Methodist You aren’t alone — our Pancreatic Cancer Support Group can help you cope. 35 Screening made easy Get your mammogram on your lunch break with Methodist Health System’s mobile mammography. 46 Joint ventures mean more services Pediatrics, diagnostic imaging, and urgent care are coming to your neighborhood. 22 NO TIME TO BE POLITE These digestive issues can point to deadly conditions — so speak up! Methodist Digestive Institute at Methodist Dallas can help.2
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