James P. Donovan, M.D., is a cardiologist with Norton Heart Specialists. Tell me about the first memory, academic or otherwise, that comes to mind when you think about medical school. Growing up, I had always been on summer vacation on my birthday, which is in August. But medical school started early, so I was in…
When you break a bone, twist an ankle or dislocate a shoulder, you need care as soon as possible. Norton Orthopedic Institute now offers same-day appointments for injuries and chronic conditions. Our specialists practice a team approach in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of bone and joint conditions and injuries, including: Arm and hand care Arthritis Foot and…
Families share everything — food, television remotes, laughter and, sometimes, sickness. Three times in one week, Brittany Burke’s family received medical care that would normally mean a trip to the doctor’s office. All three times they got the care they needed — and saved time and money — by using Norton eCare. Brittany knew something was wrong…
Beginning a new running routine can be challenging, but knowing how to run can improve your experience and get you excited about your new exercise endeavor. All you need are a good pair of running shoes and three basic techniques: running form, breathing and pace. Once you’ve mastered these, your running can take you anywhere….
Colleen French, supervisor, Guest Services, Norton Hospital, is so passionate about helping her staff grow that she begins discussing opportunities while interviewing candidates. “What is your dream job?” she asks, and then talks about the process for helping them achieve it. Nearly all of her nine staff members have taken advantage of at least one…
Goodbye. Adiós. Au revoir. Sayonara. No matter how you say it, this is what all countries may soon be saying to trans fats. The World Health Organization (WHO) is on a mission to globally eliminate industrially produced trans fats from foods by 2023. They released a plan called REPLACE, which provides insight into how governments…
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that the national death rate for liver cancer has risen 43 percent in men and 40 percent in women since 2000. This comes at a time when overall death rates for other cancers have decreased. In the Louisville area, Norton Cancer Institute’s cancer…
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Putting your skills to work for a greater cause is a trait many in the medical field possess, and Renate “Roni” Evans, R.N., is no exception. She is part of a team at her church that provides medical services and ministry to many in our community. Roni, a nurse at Norton Women’s & Children’s Hospital,…
Three Norton Healthcare hospitals recently received national recognition for their heart care. Norton Audubon Hospital and Norton Brownsboro Hospital received the Mission: Lifeline Gold Receiving quality achievement award, and Norton Hospital received the Mission: Lifeline Silver Plus Receiving quality achievement award. The awards were given for implementing specific quality improvement measures outlined by the American…
If you’ve ever fired up an Xbox or PlayStation, you’ve likely seen the warning that certain video games can cause seizures. Recently, some theaters have posted health-related warning signs about animated film “Incredibles 2” after several fans tweeted about a scene that could be concerning for people with photosensitive epilepsy. The movie also includes a…
When planning for a baby, expectant parents have many things to consider. Choosing a name, finding a car seat and getting on the right daycare waiting list suddenly become priorities. But there are other options to consider leading up to a happy, healthy childbirth. Have you ever considered partnering with a nurse midwife for your…
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