Michael J Coughlin
Medical Center in Boise, ID
Saint Alphonsus is committed to providing advanced medical services in a spiritual, healing environment throughout SW Idaho, eastern Oregon and northern Nevada. Through innovative technologies, compassionate team and warm, healing environments, Saint Alphonsus strives to supply care that is focused on patients. Set up in 1894 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Saint Alphonsus was the 1st hospital set up in Boise bringing healthcare to the poor and underserved. Now referred to as Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center.
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read moreA healthy balanced diet is very important for your recovery following surgery as well as for your long-term overall health. It is important to maintain an appropriate body weight to diminish load on arthritic joints. Nutritional guidelines include drinking adequate amounts of water each day, approximately eight, 8 ounce glasses. You should use fruits and vegetables as your primary carbohydrate intake, relying less upon pasta, grains, breads and starches. Small amounts of low fat protein (fish, poultry, tofu, or lean red meat) should be eaten at each of your meals.