Larry F’s Story: Rehab Follows Motorcycle Accident

Services Rehabilitation Patient Stories

Recovering from a traumatic motorcycle crash wasn’t easy. Two weeks of intense rehabilitation at Atrium Medical Center got Larry back on his feet. Learn more.

Elbow and Shoulder Services

Services Orthopedics

Orthopedic doctors at Premier Health can help to relieve your elbow and shoulder pain using advanced non-surgical and surgical methods. Learn more.

Need a New Knee? 5 Questions To Ask Now

Your Health Moving Ahead

A Premier Health orthopedic surgeon offers five questions to help you decide whether you need knee replacement surgery. Learn more.

Roberta's Story: Urban Ballroom Dancer Didn't Skip a Beat After Knee Replacement

Locations Practices Premier Orthopedics Patient Stories

The 70-year-old retired music teacher from Dayton spends hours each week at the Trotwood YMCA dancing to jazz or rhythm and blues.

Patient Stories

Services Orthopedics

Read real patient experiences with Orthopedics at Premier Health.

When Breathing Isn’t Easy: Acute and Chronic Bronchitis

Your Health Women. Wisdom. Wellness.

Learn the difference between acute bronchitis and chronic bronchitis. Both involve inflammation of the bronchial tubes that occurs sporadically or, often, every year.

What joint injections are available?

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Dr. Matthew Lawless talks about joint injections for knee pain.

Sports Performance Programs

Services Sports Medicine

Improve speed and agility in any sport. These special programs help you get an edge and reduce injury for baseball, biking, golf and other sports. Learn more.

Tap into Network of Local Cancer Support Services

Your Health Women. Wisdom. Wellness.

Find a wealth of resources and support in Dayton, Ohio, and beyond to help people who have cancer.

Is Your Job Giving You Asthma?

Your Health Women. Wisdom. Wellness.

Asthma can be triggered by exposure to certain irritants in the workplace. Learn the common causes, how to avoid them and what to do if you’re diagnosed with occupational asthma.

Surgery an Option – But Not the First – For Arthritis

Your Health Health Topics

A variety of surgical options can provide relief from arthritis, but try nonsurgical treatments first, a Premier Health physician recommends. Learn more.

Oh My Aching Hands!

Your Health Women. Wisdom. Wellness.

Wear and tear on the joints in your fingers and thumbs can cause the pain and stiffness of osteoarthritis, but there are solutions for restoring comfort and ease of movement.

Anxiety Isn’t a ‘Real’ Problem — and Other Anxiety Disorder Myths

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Anxiety Disorder Myths and Facts by Premier Health

Education and Support

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Premier Health provides classes, support groups and lots of community education you can use to learn about living with a neurologic condition. Explore our resources.

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Stroke Recovery: How Long Does It Take?

Your Health Women. Wisdom. Wellness.

Recovery time from a stroke depends on the area of brain affected, how quickly a person receives treatment, rehabilitation received and the person’s age and general health.

Lymphedema Program

Services Rehabilitation Physical Therapy

Swelling from lymphedema can be painful and limiting. Our special program is designed to minimize lymphedema’s effects. Learn more.

A Midwife Might Be Right for You

Your Health Women. Wisdom. Wellness.

Midwives do much more than help women give birth. Learn the facts about common midwife myths, and how to know if a midwife is a good choice for you.

Schedule Your Appointment

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Schedule your next primary care appointment, imaging test, or urgent care visit online now! Premier Health offers convenient care and easy ways to schedule.

Mike’s Story: Back Up the Ladder, Thanks To Healthy Heroes

Services Sports Medicine Patient Stories

Firefighter Mike Muhl’s quality of life was suffering due to knee pain and damage. The Healthy Heroes program got him back up the ladder. Learn more.

Matthew Lawless, MD – Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Centerville, Ohio

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Matthew Lawless, MD is the team physician for several area high schools and Wright State University. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Lawless is fellowship trained in sports medicine. Dr. Lawless discusses his practice caring for patients with knee issues and his emphasis on physical therapy.

Janelle’s Story: No Longer Hush-Hush About Incontinence

Services Gynecology Patient Stories

Leaking urine was limiting Janelle’s active lifestyle. After surgery for prolapsed bladder and weak urethra, she’s back to running and enjoying life. Learn more!

Orthopedics

Services

When painful joints interrupt your life, Premier Health’s orthopedics team can help get you back to the activities you enjoy. Find an orthopedic doctor near you.

Cartilage Restoration Center

Services Orthopedics Hip and Knee Services

If you have knee issues, Premier Health’s Cartilage Restoration Center offers non-surgical and surgical options to relieve pain and get you moving again. Read now!

Northwest Health and Wellness Campus Opens at Premier Health YMCA

Your Health Premier Pulse

The January 2024 issue of Premier Pulse features news and information for Premier Health providers.