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  March 2015
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OPEN HOUSE 
Plastic Surgery Department 
Friday, March 20 from 3- 6 pm

 

Quincy Medical Group's Plastic Surgery department is excited to offer you Cellulaze and SmartLipo. These are the newest treatments available for cellulite and liposuction body shaping. You're Invited to the department Open House on Friday, March 20 from 3-6 pm. Stop by and learn more about these fantastic treatments. For more information on these procedures please contact the Plastic Surgery Department at (217) 222-6550, ext. 3834 or visit them online at www.freshmedspa.com.

Crazy 8, 5 K Run/Walk
April 11, Begins at 9:30, Pittsfield
 
Quincy Medical Group's Pittsfield Affiliate is hosting a 5k run/walk. It's an event that may leave you a bit dizzy! The first annual Pike County Crazy 8 5K Run/Walk will loop through Pittsfield's streets and past many historical landmarks. All proceeds raised will benefit health and wellness initiatives in Pike County. Register for the run/walk here.
March is National Nutrition Month
 Nutrition Services available in Lewistown, Mt. Sterling,  Pittsfield, and Quincy

 

Quincy Medical Group's Registered Dietitians are here to help you with all your nutrition needs. They will give you the tools you need to live a healthier life. Services include assistance with Diabetes Management, Kidney and Heart Disease Management, Food Allergies and Intolerances, Weight Management, Prenatal and Pediatric Nutrition, Nutrition during Cancer Care, Geriatric Nutrition, Celiac Disease, and Family Nutrition.

 

The Quincy Medical Group Nutrition Services Department can be reached by calling 217-222-6550, ext. 3117.

Preventable * Screenable * Treatable
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month

 

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cancer killer in the United States, but it doesn't have to be. If you are 50 or older, talk to your doctor about when to begin screening and how often you should be tested.

 

Are You at High Risk?
Your risk for colorectal cancer may be higher than  average if:
* You or a close relative have had colorectal polyp  or colorectal cancer.
* You have inflammatory bowel disease.

* You have a genetic syndrome such as familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) or hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer.
 

Quincy Medical Group's Gastroenterology Department is here to support you in your health journey. No physician referral needed. Contact them at (217) 222-6550, ext. 6204.

Bridge the Gap Update 
5K Training Starting Soon!

The 5k training is starting Saturday, March 21. Register for the training programs here.
 

Registration for the 15th Annual Bridge the Gap to Health Race is now open. Visit our website to register online or to print the registration form.

 

New this year, Bridge the Gap has partnered with local businesses who will donate a portion of their proceeds on a certain date to Bridge the Gap. Mark your calendars for May 9 - Spoonwave!

 

Check out the Bridge the Gap Facebook page for more details.

 

All proceeds raised through the training program, restaurant donations, and race benefit Quincy Catholic Charities' MedAssist Program. To learn more about Bridge the Gap visit our website or email us at [email protected].

Manage Your Health 
Access your Medical Records Online Anytime

 

We've upgraded our Patient Portal to ensure you have easy access to what you need to successfully manage your health. QMG's Patient Portal allows you to communicate with your doctor, request prescription refills, access your test results, manage your appointments, and more.

 

To learn more about how you can access and manage your healthcare information click the image below or speak with your provider at your next visit.

 

 

We've Got an App for That  

With the Quincy Medical Group All Access Pass you can find primary care, determine if you need a trip to your primary care provider, ambulatory care or the ER, access your personal healthcare information, check on ambulatory care wait times and more!Click the buttons below to download it to your smart phone.