At a time in the United States when “60 million rural residents have limited access to orthopedic care due to a small rural orthopedic surgery workforce” (National Library of Medicine, […]

Meet people where they are. More than a catchphrase, this strategy of connecting with individuals in a way that’s effective for them lies at the heart of the way many […]

The intersection of technology and health care has long benefitted the patient, from use of diagnostic imaging tools like MRI and CT scans to heartrate monitors. Now, health information technology […]

The Oxford dictionary defines rural as “in, relating to, or characteristic of the countryside rather than the town.” Similar words include country, pastoral, rustic, bucolic, agricultural. Rural areas typically have […]

Sam Dorrance and Alice Blackmer moved into their 1890 Victorian home in Milton just before the start of the pandemic in the spring of 2020. The couple looked forward to […]

Hip replacement surgery was inevitable for 77-year-old Peter Nowlan. An x-ray six years ago showed arthritis was at the center of Peter’s discomfort. At the time, physical therapy helped him […]

Gifford’s partnerships extend across the state, including the State of Vermont itself. Through the state-funded program, My Healthy Vermont, Gifford offers several free workshops led by coaches who understand the […]

The dictionary defines “partner” as one associated with another, especially in action. When it comes to your health, there can be many groups, organizations or people who factor in to […]