If you need a COVID-19 test and don’t have symptoms, you can get an appointment for drive-thru testing at Norton Healthcare Express Services. If you are not sure whether you should see a health care provider, contact your primary care provider, especially if you have a preexisting condition that makes you at high risk for…
Pain in the lower right back could stem from a number of issues ranging from muscle strain from activity to diseases of the organs, mid-back or pelvic region. Here are some other causes of lower right back pain and when to see a doctor for lower right back pain. “One-sided back pain is fairly common,”…
Norton Immediate Care Centers and health care provider offices are seeing increased demand for services, and not just from people who need COVID-19 or flu tests. Emergency departments also are seeing high numbers of patients. “It’s important to know when you need care and the best place to get it,” said Steven T. Hester, M.D.,…
When was the last time you thought about your bone health or wondered, “Do I have osteoporosis?” Most of us need strong bones to keep up with our everyday activities, and we don’t ask, “Are my bones healthy?” until it’s too late. This is osteoporosis awareness month, so let’s dive in to all things bone…
There are moments in life we forget, and others we make sure we hold in our minds forever. For Vipul R. Panchal, M.D., interventional cardiologist with Norton Heart & Vascular Institute, one moment in time has shaped his career and approach to medicine, and he shares it whenever he gets the chance. During medical school,…
Jeffrey Cumberbatch — the chair of Norton Healthcare Foundation board of directors — has experienced firsthand why his role and volunteer service are so important. He is also a patient. He is a stroke, cancer and heart attack survivor. “It’s gratifying to see that the things we work on are making a difference,” he said….
Norton Healthcare offers the care you need, any time of the week — you can get an appointment or have a walk-in or virtual visit on a Saturday. You will see an experienced health care provider no matter which option you choose. For example, you may see an advanced practice provider like a nurse practitioner….
Mental health conditions do not discriminate. Anyone can have challenges at any point in their lives. The difference is how these issues are addressed and perceived. These differences are glaringly obvious in African American communities. How mental health affects Black communities “We hear often that Black Americans view mental health struggles as a personal weakness,”…
Ashley Meredith began struggling with her weight in her 20s. “I was an active teenager, so it had never been a problem,” Ashley said. She remained active through college, but after a torn knee ligament put an end to that and she got pregnant in 2008, her weight crept up. A startling realization Through her…
With construction of the new Norton West Louisville Hospital site underway, the architects’ designs are one step closer to becoming reality. Tim Fishking, partner and national health care practice leader at Moody Nolan, an African American-owned architectural firm based out of Ohio, is leading the project for the first new hospital built west of Ninth…
Lots of things change after bariatric surgery (also called weight loss surgery or WLS), but perhaps one of the most important is your diet. After bariatric surgery such as the gastric bypass, what, when and how you eat are crucial to your long-term success. What to eat before and after bariatric surgery Pre-surgery diet Before…
The holidays can be a time of family, food, travel and fun. What if you need emergency care, immediate care or other medical care during the holidays? Norton Healthcare has you covered, from the Thanksgiving table through New Year’s Day and beyond. Video visits, eVisits available with local providers Norton eCare video visits and eVisits…
Select an appointment date and time from available spots listed below.