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CRESTVIEW, FL 6/11/25 – The hot, sunny days of summer are a great time to jump into the water and swim your way to better health. Dr. Lilland, a Primary Care Provider with North Okaloosa Physician Group, says swimming is easy on your joints and one of the best ways to get and stay in shape and prevent chronic disease. Cardiovascular health increases through swimming because your entire body is working against the resistance of the water, and your heart and lungs work harder to supply the necessary oxyge... ... Read More

CRESTVIEW, FL 5/22/25 – Children are often encouraged to drink milk for strong bones, but after that, bone health is largely ignored until the golden years. However, taking steps to support bone strength is important to provide structural support, protect vital organs and enhance mobility throughout our lives. According to Dr. Theron Jameson, an orthopedic surgeon with North Okaloosa Physician Group, adults reach peak bone mass in their twenties, and maintaining bone density is important to prevent oste... ... Read More

Drive collects 3,575 jars for Feeding the Gulf Coast CRESTVIEW, FL (April 2, 2025) - To help address hunger in our community, and to celebrate National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day on April 2, North Okaloosa Medical Center is donating 3,575 jars of peanut butter to Feeding the Gulf Coast. NOMC’s employees, medical staff members, volunteers, and community partners donated the jars during the recent Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive. According to Feeding the Gulf Coast, an estimated 12.3% of people in Okalo... ... Read More

CRESTVIEW, FL - March 30 is National Doctors’ Day, a day dedicated to the men and women who chose to make the extraordinary commitment to become physicians. Doctors’ Day originated in 1933 when Charles B. Almond, M.D., initiated the recognition in Winder, Georgia. In 1990, President George H. W. Bush officially recognized March 30th as National Doctors’ Day. At North Okaloosa Medical Center, we appreciate the medical staff members every day who undertake the ultimate responsibility for each patient’s ca... ... Read More

CRESTVIEW, FL 03/14/2025 – North Okaloosa Medical Center provided care to thousands of area residents in 2024, with approximately 176,000 patient encounters across its network of physician clinics and other outpatient sites of care. In addition to delivering safe, quality, compassionate healthcare, the health system is helping those in need, supporting charitable organizations and contributing to the area economy. In its most recent Community Benefit Report, North Okaloosa Medical Center’s impact totale... ... Read More

CRESTVIEW, FL (03/03/25) – Today, North Okaloosa Medical Center kicked off its annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive benefitting Feeding the Gulf Coast and is inviting community members to participate in this effort to fight hunger in the local area. Peanut butter is a sought after item for food banks because of its high nutritional value and long shelf life. Yet, it is one of the least donated items. The Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive kicks off on Monday, March 3 and will run through Monday, March ... ... Read More

Small, consistent changes create healthier habits to last a lifetime CRESTVIEW, FL – The new year often reignites an interest in health and wellness – in a 2024 poll, 79% of respondents said their New Years’ resolutions involved health. While sweeping resolutions are notoriously hard to keep, there are small, simple steps that you can take every day to make a lasting improvement in your health. “Even small lifestyle changes can increase longevity, reduce the risk associated with chronic disease, improve... ... Read More

CRESTVIEW, FL 11/15/24 – A growing trend in orthopedics reveals that younger people are undergoing hip and knee replacements, raising questions about the optimal age to undergo these procedures. According to the American Academy of Orthopedics, by 2030, people younger than 65 will account for more than half of hip replacements and more than 60 percent of knee replacements. Only an orthopedic surgeon can help determine if a joint replacement is appropriate for a younger person, but they are becoming incr... ... Read More

Early Detection and Treatment of Breast Cancer Gives Best Chance of Survival CRESTVIEW, FL 10/1/24 – The American College of Radiology now recommends women who are at average risk for breast cancer get screening mammograms annually starting at age 40 for women of average risk. The recommendations are in response to the increase in breast cancer diagnoses in younger women and high mortality rates in Black women. Here in Florida, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer – more than double lung ... ... Read More

CRESTVIEW, FL - Internal Medicine Provider David Harrison, M.D., has joined the team at Gateway Medical Clinic, expanding access to internal medicine services in the community. Dr. Harrison is board certified in internal medicine, providing high complexity and chronic care management, as well as management of severe long-term illnesses. Dr. Harrison has an interest in post-hospital visits to provide continuity of care from the hospital setting to longer-term clinic care for the patient. Dr. Harrison bel... ... Read More