FAMILIAR FACE, NEW ROLE
Lynn Lindberg Steps Into the Patient Navigator Role at the Clinic
For the past six years, Lynn Lindberg has been the first face patients see when they visit The Livewell Clinic. Now she’s using that expertise to help our new patients.
HIKING WITH YOUR KIDS WATCH THEIR WORLD EXPAND WITH EVERY STEP
Lynn became The Livewell Clinic’s Patient Navigator on April 1. Her main focus is guiding our new patients through their next steps and the early phases of their functional medicine process. Lynn will lead patients through an onboarding process to help them understand their patient portal, review their binder, direct their questions to the proper experts at The Livewell Clinic, and schedule upcoming appointments. This spring, we at The Livewell Clinic realized that we needed to create a better system for welcoming patients into functional medicine. In creating the Patient Navigator position, the leadership team at The Livewell Clinic knew Lynn would be a perfect fit to assist with this necessary improvement. “Probably one of the things I enjoy the most here is connecting with our patients,” Lynn says. “I feel like I get to do that on a deeper level as a Patient Navigator. I get to encourage them, cheer them on, and be their supporter.” Lynn says she has enjoyed the opportunity to take on new responsibilities and develop this position while transitioning into the Patient Navigator role. “Because this was a new position, I get to develop it and think about how to meet our patients’ needs and put those needed resources in place,” Lynn says. For someone who has spent more than half a decade helping our patients, Lynn says she hopes she can use her experiences to set patients up for success in functional medicine. “For me, it’s because we need a different health care option for people. So, for me, having this option available for people, where we get to the root cause, I’ve seen the transformation,” Lynn says. “I’ve seen people come in with no hope, and then leave with renewed hope, and then watched them get better. That’s why I stick around.” We are so glad to have someone like Lynn on our team, and we cannot wait to see how she continues to transform our clinic. Learn more by calling The Livewell Clinic at 515.279.9900.
Hiking has many benefits as a family activity, such as mental health improvement, strengthening your relationships, and experiencing new sights and discoveries together. It’s also great exercise, and you get plenty of quality time, fresh air, and sunshine. Here are three guidelines to help you and your kids have fun on your next hike. Encourage Their Curiosity One of the best ways to have your children learn about the world is letting them explore it. Being there for your children and encouraging them to ask questions about flowers, bugs, or animals you see on the trail will help them expand their vocabulary and learn how things work. When they learn they can explore independently and ask about the world around them, they’re gaining the confidence to teach themselves. Bring Along Some Tools of Discovery Getting your children to engage in nature while you’re out hiking can be as simple as bringing a magnifying glass along with you. Let your kids look at leaves, rocks, insects, or anything else you might come across on the trail. You can also bring binoculars to help them look at a bird that might be perched a little too high up. Another option is a bug holder to let your kids catch smaller insects, such as grasshoppers or pill bugs, and give them a close-up look. Keep Safety in Mind While you’re out on the trail, it's essential to make sure that both you and your family are safe. Wear breathable, noncotton material and sturdy shoes that don’t expose your toes. It’s important to dress according to the weather. For example, if the day is sunny, wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays and apply plenty of sunscreen on any exposed skin. Bring your kids’ favorite snacks and water bottles for everyone to stay hydrated. It’s crucial that you also bring a fully stocked first-aid kit in case someone is injured on the hike. Starting with one of your local hiking trails can be a rewarding way to spend the day with your kids. You can watch their excitement as they expand their world with new discoveries.
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