Patient Resources
We are pleased to provide you with a variety of resources to help answer some of your most pressing healthcare questions. You can search by topic or scroll our list of resources. If you are a current patient at Yankton Medical Clinic, P.C. or Vermillion Medical Clinic you can find some important patient forms on the right.
To find specific resources, use the “Resources by Topic” on the right
Vaccinations and the Resurgence of Whooping Cough
Carrissa Pietz, M.D. | Family MedicineImmunizations are the best way to keep your children safe from whooping cough, and booster vaccines may be necessary when they’re older.
Colon Cancer Screening
Ryan J. Garry, M.D. FACS | Gastroenterology and HepatologyMany people worry about having a colonoscopy, but the procedure is much easier than you think, and it can help catch cancer early.
UPDATE February 17, 2022:
Most people should begin screening for colorectal cancer soon after turning 45, then continue getting screened at regular intervals. However, you may need to be tested earlier than 45, or more often than other people, if you have—
- Inflammatory bowel disease such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.
- A personal or family history of colorectal cancer or colorectal polyps.
- A genetic syndrome such as familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP)external icon or hereditary non-polyposis colorectal cancer (Lynch syndrome).
If you think you are at increased risk for colorectal cancer, speak with your doctor about—
- When to begin screening.
- Which test is right for you.
- How often to get tested.
Content source: Division of Cancer Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Chronic Kidney Disease and Its Symptoms
Byron S. Nielsen, M.D. | NephrologyKidney disease develops stealthily over time, but visiting your primary care provider can help detect symptoms.
What to Know about HPV
Jill F. Sternquist, M.D., FACOG | Obstetrics and Gynecology – OB/GYNHPV is a fairly common sexually transmitted disease that can contribute to the development of cancer and other health concerns.
What to Know about Rotator Cuff Injuries
Brent Adams, M.D., ABOS | Orthopedic SurgeryRotator cuff injuries become more common amongst people over 40, and surgery may be necessary to relieve pain and restore function.
Common Tendon and Ligament Disorders
Judith R. Peterson, M.D. | Physical Medicine and RehabilitationIf you’ve been experiencing tendon and ligament pain, surgery or non-surgical procedures can help relieve your pain.
Lung Cancer Screening
Michael P. Pietila, M.D., FCCP, FACP | Pulmonology and Sleep MedicineFor people who are 50 to 80 years old and have a history of smoking, lung cancer screenings are recommended for early detection.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Leann Bassing, M.D. | RheumatologyRheumatoid arthritis is fairly common, and there are many wonderful treatments to help with pain and swelling.
Utility of Wood’s Lamp Screening in Patients with Pityriasis Versicolor
DermatologyPityriasis Versicolor is a skin eruption caused by fungi. This case report examines the causes and possible treatments.
Psoriasis: Relief for Pain, Swelling, and Itching
DermatologyPsoriasis affects at least 7 million people in the U.S., but there are treatments to control this condition.
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