Dementia, Memory, Neurosciences, News

Norton Neuroscience Institute selected to pilot national Brain Health Navigator program

Norton Neuroscience Institute is one of six sites nationwide chosen to pilot a new Brain Health Navigator program aimed at creating a worldwide model to prevent, diagnose and treat Alzheimer’s disease. The program — funded and pioneered by the Davos Alzheimer’s Collaborative — provides resources for patients and providers at these six sites. “This collaborative…

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Neurosciences, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare

Norton Neuroscience Institute successfully completes its first high-frequency focused ultrasound procedures

In life, day-to-day tasks often are taken for granted. Brushing your teeth, pouring coffee, lifting food to your mouth — things millions of people do each day without a second thought. But for many who live with essential tremor, simple tasks like these can become impossible. The constant, uncontrollable body tremors can be embarrassing, frustrating…

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Neurosciences, Ortho - Shoulder, Orthopedics, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare

Norton Orthopedic Institute surgeon’s shoulder replacement method brings reduced recovery times, better outcomes

Gene Lacey’s latest trip to the office of Justin M. Givens, M.D. was more of a formality than an appointment. He was there to show off his progress — to show Dr. Givens the range of motion in his surgically-repaired left shoulder. Needless to say, Gene’s progress has been dramatic, evidenced by his ability to…

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Heart, Neurosciences

The relationship between the health of these major organs may surprise you

According to the American Heart Association, there is a connection between the health of your heart and your brain, so the health of one depends on the other. Understanding the heart-brain connection is key for long-term wellness. Research shows a significant correlation between cardiovascular health and cognitive function, where maintaining a healthy heart can contribute…

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Neurosciences

Brain health improvement starts in the body

Besides heart disease and cancers, a major cause of death in American adults is a decline in brain health. While science can’t say what triggers brain disorders in many cases, some research points to the link between diet and brain health. What is a ‘healthy brain’? A healthy brain has optimal structure and function that…

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Movement Disorders, Neurosciences, Norton Healthcare Foundation, Parkinson’s Disease

Norton Neuroscience Institute acquires groundbreaking focused ultrasound technology

Norton Neuroscience Institute is the first and only facility in Kentucky to offer MRI-guided high-frequency focused ultrasound for essential tremor and tremor-dominant Parkinson’s disease. This life-changing treatment has been shown to dramatically improve tremor symptoms for patients starting on the day of treatment. The technology will be purchased with $2.8 million in funding through the Norton Healthcare…

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Memory, Neurosciences

Eating well means eating for brain health

Maintaining optimal brain health is essential for older adults, as cognitive decline can significantly impact daily life and overall well-being. A brain-health-focused diet can play a vital role in enhancing cognitive function, supporting memory and reducing the risk of neurologic disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. Here are ways to keep your brain healthy….

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Neurosciences, Sports Health

Norton Sports Health helps Churchill Downs jockey complete monthslong return to ride

For Keith Asmussen, it’s a typical day in the office. A wake-up call before the sunrise, followed by a 4 a.m. drive to the backside of Churchill Downs. Cloaked in darkness, he makes his way to Barn 38 — the one belonging to his father, Steve. He changes clothes, learns his schedule and mounts his…

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Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, Neurosciences

Stroke survivor turns near-death experience into career in health care

Some things are truly meant to be. Adam Maddox certainly believes so. Adam is a patient care associate at Norton Brownsboro Hospital. His job: Provide day-to-day support for patients who are recovering from an injury, illness or procedure. Sometimes, support comes in the form of physical assistance with patients’ daily activities. Other times, Adam is…

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Neurosciences, Ortho - Knee, Orthopedics

Knee replacement surgery helps remobilize pastor’s life of ministry

David Schaeffer’s ministry is his life. He’s the director of Heaven’s Door Chapel in Burnside, Kentucky, and spends his days serving his community. That can mean he’s out on his farm and garden, tilling the earth, gathering fresh produce. Ministry, for David, also can mean he’s communicating with local officials and other pastors, organizing school…

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Dementia, Memory, Neurosciences

Gut microbiome and Alzheimer’s disease study open to public

Norton Neuroscience Institute and Norton Research Institute are enrolling volunteers in a research study examining the link between gut microbiome and Alzheimer’s disease. The 18-month study of people with and without Alzheimer’s disease focuses on whether an imbalance in good and bad bacteria plays a role in development of Alzheimer’s disease-related dementia. “This an exciting…

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Norton Healthcare Foundation, Parkinson’s Disease, Research and Clinical Trials

Norton Research Institute unveils state-of-the-art research laboratory

Norton Research Institute will expand research efforts with the unveiling of the new Norton Research Institute Clinical & Translational Research Laboratory. The 7,200-square-foot facility, located inside Norton Healthcare Pavilion in downtown Louisville, will afford ample space and resources for scientists to conduct cutting-edge research, with the goal of producing more meaningful, applicable results directly benefiting…

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