Advances in joint replacement have greatly improved the precision of the surgeon’s work, speeding recovery and reducing time in the hospital. But if the patient’s knee is scarred from prior surgery, atypical since birth or even damaged by injury, the sophisticated tools that help guide the surgeon haven’t been of much use. Until now. An…
In early January 2019, 35-year-old Aaron Mount woke with shortness of breath and minor chest pain. His Apple Watch showed his resting heart rate at about 165 beats per minute, well above the normal range. Aaron decided to go to an urgent care center to see why he wasn’t feeling well. “I really didn’t think…
Adult survivors of childhood cancer face additional health risks compared with the average adult cancer survivor. By being their own health care advocate, adolescents and young adults can reduce those risks and enjoy a lifetime of health and happiness. 5 ways to thrive as a cancer survivor 1. Become informed. Knowledge is power. Explore every…
At age 38, Kristin Tribble and her husband were ready to have children together. With her two daughters from a previous marriage, the family was preparing for a growing household. Kristin worked with her obstetrician, and while she was of “advanced maternal age,” she had planned everything out. Getting pregnant wasn’t easy, but after a…
Mallika Chopra answered the question on everyone’s mind before anyone had the chance to ask. What was it like growing up Chopra? Mallika is the daughter of Deepak Chopra, author, speaker, frequent Oprah Winfrey collaborator and one of the most recognized figures of the New Age self-help industry. Like most of Mallika’s talk at Norton…
Mary Jo Bean, senior vice president for planning, business analysis and strategy, has been part of the Norton Healthcare family for 20 years. Upon joining the organization, she started what has now become the planning and analytics department. Her group includes many of Norton Healthcare’s accounting, analytics, reporting, productivity and strategic planning functions. Mary Jo credits…
Health care is a universal need; however, some people do not receive quality care because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Sometimes they are referred to as the “hidden population.” People who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer (LGBTQ) may face discrimination, social stigma and denial of civil and human rights. Hospitals…
March 30, 2019, is Doctors’ Day, and we’re taking the opportunity to thank and showcase some of the doctors who make Norton Healthcare a leading healthcare provider in Louisville and Southern Indiana. Norton Healthcare has a network that includes 2,000 physicians and 250 physician practices. Together, our doctors handle more than 3 million patient visits…
Thanks to the generosity of donor Edie Nixon, the Norton Healthcare Foundation has funded the expansion of a pet therapy program for adult patients and staff at Norton Healthcare. Juno, a 3-year-old golden retriever, will provide support at Norton Women’s & Children’s Hospital, while Pepper, a 2-year-old Labrador/golden retriever cross, will work at Norton Hospital….
Debbie Rickert has been working in health care information technology for 30 years and has learned that a team with diversity — heritage, gender, skills and talents — can be key to a successful project. “In my experience, the most successful initiatives and outcomes are driven by teams with much diversity,” Debbie said. “Having a…
Kim Tharp-Barrie, DNP, R.N., vice president, Institute for Nursing and Workforce Outreach, Norton Healthcare, has a legacy of innovative leadership at Norton Healthcare. Throughout her 17-year career with the organization, Kim has taken an innovative approach to nursing while being a strong advocate for women leaders. “Nursing is the heart of Norton Healthcare and caring…
When you’re suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), your symptoms don’t just come and go. You may have given some thought to lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS) as a way to breathe easier. A new, innovative approach — endobronchial lung volume reduction therapy — frees up the healthier part of your lungs to do…
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