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Trauma and Fall Team: Ben Beutel, Shari Craig, Travis Newberry, and Laura Pressler
Published 1 month, 1 week ago
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Join Ryan Graves, Director of Patient Experience, as he sits down with Ben Beutel, Firefighter, EMT-P Wichita Falls Fire Department; Shari Craig, Clinical Outpatient Therapy Manager; Travis Newberry, Rehabilitation Services Director; and Laura Pressler, Trauma Outreach Coordinator, for a meaningful conversation exploring:
- Why falls are the leading cause of injury treated in United Regional’s trauma department, including trends in who is falling, where falls occur, and the types of injuries sustained
- How United Regional is helping reduce fall risks through community partnerships, fall prevention education, safety classes, and home assessments
- The value of intergenerational connections and how initiatives like Generations United and our partnership with Blue Zones help strengthen community well-being
- How United Regional collaborates with local nonprofits, city programs, and first responders to support healthy aging, prevent falls, and promote independent living for older adults