Life-changing, advanced cancer technology has arrived at Norton Audubon Hospital for patients with pancreatic cancer. William B. Evans III, M.D., gastroenterologist with Norton Gastroenterology Consultants of Louisville, recently became the first and only physician in Kentucky to perform endoscopic ultrasound-guided radiofrequency ablation (EUS-RFA) for pancreatic cancer. “It’s an honor to be the first in the…
We are pleased to share that Norton Healthcare and Cigna Healthcare have reached a new agreement, effective Oct. 1, 2025. This means patients who have Cigna Healthcare insurance will continue to be in-network when receiving care from Norton Healthcare and Norton Children’s. We appreciate your patience during this process. Our priority has always been to…
A person’s heart could be aging faster than they think, and Norton Heart & Vascular Institute is offering a way to find out. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, according to the American Heart Association. A recent national study found that on average men have a heart risk age…
The Norton Healthcare Foundation has been awarded a $2 million grant by Bethany Legacy Foundation (BLF) to help fund construction and expanded services for a new Norton King’s Daughters’ Health EMS Transport Hub. Plans for this facility will support the first responders who provide emergency medical services to residents and visitors of Jefferson County, Indiana….
U.S. News & World Report has released its 2025 “Best Hospitals” rankings, showing Norton Healthcare’s adult-service facilities as No. 1 in the Louisville area. Overall “high performing” ratings were given in the following specialties: “This No. 1 ranking is a testament to our caregivers and support staff who work tirelessly to provide care for the…
If you have diabetes, your heart could be silently developing serious issues. The link between diabetes and heart disease is stronger than most people realize. Heart disease is the leading cause of death among people with diabetes. “If you have diabetes, you either need a cardiologist now or you likely will need one in the…
Understanding your heart health doesn’t have to be complicated. Following four key numbers can help you stay on track with your cardiovascular wellness and potentially save your life, according to Li Zhou, M.D., Ph.D., a cardiologist with Norton Heart & Vascular Institute and Medical Director of Norton Women’s Heart Program. “Your heart works 24/7 to…
Mike Cassity — known simply as “Coach” to everyone — has spent 43 years as a college football coach at 18 universities, including nine as defensive coordinator. Twelve years ago, while coaching in the Southeastern Conference at the University of Kentucky, his life took an unexpected turn when what he thought was simple back pain…
From surveys done over the past several years, Norton Healthcare* has found that uncomfortable conversations about insurance and ability to pay for medical expenses often prevent individuals from seeking much-needed medical care. In 2024, the first full year Norton Healthcare offered an expanded financial assistance program, nearly 1,500 individuals qualified to receive assistance in the…
If you are one of many who have been told they have high blood pressure (also called hypertension) or your blood pressure is creeping closer to a high reading, you’ve got options for treatment that you should discuss with your provider. There are three: lifestyle changes, medication and a new minimally invasive procedure that can…
While the basic goal of knee replacement surgery hasn’t changed in 50 years — reducing pain and helping you move better — new technology is making the procedure more precise and personalized than ever, according to Cyna Khalily, M.D., medical director of orthopedic surgery and adult reconstructive surgery at Norton Orthopedic Institute. New knee replacement…
Norton Healthcare continues to fulfill its promise to expand access to health care with the opening of a new $2.2 million location in Valley Station in southwestern Louisville. The offices feature roughly 6,000 square feet of space and 14 exam rooms split among Norton Community Medical Associates primary care, a Norton Immediate Care Center and,…