With return to work at the forefront of everyone’s mind, one Premise Health physical therapist has taken a proactive approach to help members get back to work safely. As businesses restart operations and employees return to their physically demanding jobs, those who have not continued regular exercise during their time off are at a greater […]

Premise Health Nurse Practitioner, Yemi Ikhile, FNP, conducted a telephonic screening call with a member complaining of repeated chest tightness. Through the assessment, she learned that the member had a family history of heart problems and was at high-risk for complications but was too nervous to go to see a doctor during the pandemic. After […]

Daily physical activity and exercise is a staple of a balanced healthy lifestyle. As one of the seven pillars of lifestyle medicine, staying active is about moving more and sitting less. We’ve all heard the benefits of incorporating fitness into your daily routine – regular exercise can help control weight, strengthen your bones and muscles, prevent […]

Premise Health primary care and behavioral health teams joined forces to assist an at-risk member after she reported potential exposure to the coronavirus. Initially, the member had a virtual visit with a provider and a two-week quarantine was recommended. As part of Premise’s care navigation program, the providers continued to do daily check-ins with the […]

Wellness center team members continue to go the extra mile by providing continuity of care to members during COVID-19. In September 2019, a patient with diabetes, hypertension and an above average BMI began treatment at a Premise wellness center. After consulting the center’s wellness coach, the member was counseled on diet and lifestyle changes. The […]

Updated February 11, 2021 Receiving an unexpected healthcare diagnosis is often met with a range of emotions, with fear of how to navigate it and anxiety over the outcome. For those who have a confirmed positive coronavirus diagnosis, these emotions can be amplified due to the degree of uncertainty around effects to the body and […]