Neurosciences

Founder, chairman of Norton Neuroscience Institute celebrates 50 years in practice

It’s an interesting juxtaposition. A crossroads, if you will. On one hand, the office of Christopher B. Shields, M.D., is synonymous with progress. Sitting on the 11th floor of the…

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Foundation

Louisville PGA TOUR event to benefit Wendy Novak Diabetes Institute

When the PGA TOUR’s ISCO Championship returns to Kentucky in 2025, the community benefit will reach beyond great golf and tourism. This not-for-profit tournament will donate proceeds to support Wendy…

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Heart, Women’s Heart Program, Womens Health

Country music crooner Carly Pearce is battling pericarditis — a women’s cardiology specialist explains the condition

Country music singer and Kentucky native Carly Pearce, shared with fans through social media that she was diagnosed with pericarditis, a condition impacting her heart. While she shared that she…

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Endocrinology, Norton Community Medical Associates

Excessive thirst and what it means: Symptoms you shouldn’t ignore

The symptoms of Type 1 diabetes can be subtle. Take thirst, for example. If you find yourself reaching for the water bottle more than usual — it could be a…

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Norton Now

Are you up to date on vaccines?

We’ve heard a lot about COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters in the last few years, but there are other adult vaccines you need, too. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) encourages all adults…

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Atrial Fibrillation, Heart

Atrial fibrillation arrhythmia patients have many options for treatments

Atrial fibrillation (A-fib) is the most common arrhythmia in adults and it increases with age. In A-fib, the heart’s upper chambers (atria) beat irregularly and chaotically and are out of…

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Health Equity, Norton West Louisville Hospital

Get a sneak peek inside Norton West Louisville Hospital

Norton West Louisville Hospital is more than just a health care facility; it is a symbol of hope, healing and community collaboration. Currently, construction crews are installing flooring and lighting,…

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Endocrinology, News, Vascular Surgery

New treatment available for poor circulation in feet at risk of amputation

If you have poor circulation in your feet, you’ve probably noticed weak or painful muscles when you walk, “pins and needles” tingling, pale skin, bulging veins or other symptoms. Don’t…

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Orthopedics, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare

40-year hairdresser back behind the chair after successful reverse shoulder replacement surgery

For 20 years, Michael Rondinelli’s Fridays have come to develop a beautiful repetition. Around 4:30 p.m., the 64-year-old licensed cosmetologist sets up shop in the salon of The Pendennis Club…

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Norton Community Medical Associates

Emergency robotic-assisted surgery prevents Jeffersonville, Indiana, woman from having major abdominal surgery

Jeffersonville, Indiana, resident Connie Moser had been diagnosed with a hernia in her abdominal area. A hernia occurs when an organ pushes through tissue or muscle that holds it in…

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Norton Community Medical Associates, Norton Now, Norton Primary Care

Amid the fear and restlessness of anxiety, don’t overlook the physical symptoms

The difficulty concentrating and the feeling of dread, irritability or restlessness that come with anxiety can make it difficult to notice some of the physical symptoms of anxiety. Some level…

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Urogynecology, Women's Pelvic Health, Womens Health

8 common causes of pelvic pain

Pelvic pain can be caused by a variety of issues that lead to discomfort, and understanding some of the most common causes of pelvic pain is necessary to help you…

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