INTHEVUE.COM | SEPTEMBER 2024 51 their injury by visits about 2-4 weeks apart to check in and see how they are healing. If the injury is a fracture, we may repeat X-rays at these intervals to also document the healing process.” HealthWorks Sports Medicine takes several important measures to support the overall health and well-being of high school athletes. Dr. Kinchen actively volunteers his services by joining the Paducah Tilghman High School football team on the sidelines during Friday night games to address any acute injuries. One of the most significant measures is the pre- participation physical exam (PPE) that all schools require annually. Dr. Kinchen emphasizes the importance of these exams being conducted in person by a sports medicine-trained physician or the athlete’s primary care physician. He also advocates for pairing the PPE with an EKG to assess the heart’s electrical activity, which can help detect potential issues related to sudden cardiac death in athletes, ensuring they are cleared to play safely. HealthWorks Family Medicine offers a comprehensive range of services for patients of all ages, from infancy to end-of-life care. Their dedicated team serves families through every phase of life, with a particular emphasis on pediatric care. Nicole Turnbo, CPNP-PC, a Vanderbilt-trained Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience, provides specialized care for children from newborns to young adults. Additionally, HealthWorks clinicians are on staff at local hospitals and attend to newborns at Baptist Health Paducah, ensuring continuity of care from birth onwards. HealthWorks Family Medicine ensures high-quality care for its pediatric patients by adhering to the best practice standards established by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American Academy of Family Practice. They also follow the Bright Futures guidelines adopted by the AAP, which provide a comprehensive approach to pediatric health and wellness, ensuring that each child receives the highest standard of care. They remain at the forefront of medical advancements and technologies by attending annual conferences in sports medicine, pediatrics, and family medicine. These conferences provide valuable insights into the latest developments, and the team actively engages with colleagues from similar practices to exchange knowledge and stay current with emerging trends in the field. HealthWorks Family Medicine has recently relocated to the LivingWell Health Plaza, where they have consolidated a wide range of healthcare services into one convenient location. The plaza features a comprehensive diagnostic center equipped with MRI, CT, X-ray, ultrasound, mammography, and bone density testing, as well as services like physical therapy, behavioral health, full laboratory services, vascular surgery, sports medicine, and occupational health. The facility also includes six private primary care practices, with plans to add cardiology services and infusion care in the coming year. Their goal is to provide 99% of the care a patient might need in this single location, ensuring more efficient and comprehensive care. Ultimately, HealthWorks Family Medicine strives for every patient to leave feeling well-cared for and confident in the quality of their treatment. The tremendous growth of HealthWorks Family Medicine in recent years has been driven by their unwavering commitment to providing the highest quality and most comprehensive healthcare to their patients. Their success is a direct result of efforts to deliver care that is not only effective and efficient but also convenient for their patients. Central to their mission is the belief that compassion is the cornerstone of good medicine, and they consider it a privilege to care for the community they serve. Nicole Turnbo
