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Dallas
Winter 2015-2016
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DID YOU KNOW?
Methodist Dallas is the first hospital
in the nation recognized by The
Joint Commission for pancreatic
surgery and the first in Texas for
pancreatic cancer. Learn more at
MethodistHealthSystem.org/Pancreas.
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QUALITY:
We pursue excellence.
We’re establishing centers of excellence in key clinical areas to drive great
outcomes (see page 26 for a list of the services). One area, pancreas, has
already garnered national attention.
Also, by analyzing our own data, we can continually improve our care
quality and determine the best plans of care for patients.
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INNOVATION:
We deliver tomorrow’s
medicine today.
MDI is dedicated to participating in clinical
breakthroughs and advancements. For
example, we are:
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Boston Scientific’s designated test site for
the SpyGlass® Direct Visualization System,
used for exploring bile and pancreas ducts
»»
NinePoint Medical’s study site for
volumetric laser endomicroscopy,
which provides high-resolution images
to help detect and target disease areas
of the esophagus
»»
Home to the da Vinci® Surgical System,
a sophisticated, minimally invasive robot
used for liver and pancreas procedures.
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COLLABORATION:
We work together
for you.
Patients deserve care from
a united front. MDI pulls
together specialists from
multiple disciplines — GI,
radiology, surgery, oncology,
pathology, nutrition, and
others — to create the best
care plans for patients.
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RESEARCH:
We make it meaningful.
MDI emphasizes clinical research because it helps us to better understand how
to prevent and treat a variety of conditions. Plus, it gives certain patients more
choices in their treatment options while furthering the cause of medical science.
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KNOWLEDGE SHARING:
We educate our team
and beyond.
We strive to empower physicians
with knowledge that will help them
more effectively care for patients
with digestive diseases. Not only do
our specialists meet regularly with
other hospital physician teams, but
they also train the next generation of
digestive disease professionals. We’re
home to two accredited fellowship
programs — one in GI and another in
hepatopancreaticobiliary (liver, pancreas,
bile ducts, and gallbladder) diseases.
Our team also educates the
community about various conditions,
prevention, and treatment options,
improving access to care.
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PATIENT EXPERIENCE:
We journey with you.
Because patients have the best results
when they have the support they need,
our nurse navigator will serve as a guide
to patients to answer questions and
provide resources. We also host support
groups for pancreatic, esophageal, and
gastric cancers to help patients and their
families cope with the stresses of disease.
TEXAS
HERE FOR YOU
Look no further than Methodist
Digestive Institute for care to relieve
your digestive issues. For a physician
referral, call
214-947-6296
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