Richard visited the Albrecht Free Clinic, a partner of Froedtert West Bend Hospital, for aches, pains and fatigue. He was sent to Froedtert Hospital. An X-ray found an abdominal aortic aneurysm. He immediately scheduled a minimally invasive surgery that may...
MYTH: Effective medications are emerging for patients hospitalized with COVID-19. Supported by research and data, #MCWScienceSays features expert replies to common myths about living safe and healthy during the #COVID19 pandemic. Learn more at https://t.co/algiiBEtlqhttps://t.co/WGYjgdKaPG
Fox Focus: Brett’s Story and the Power of Workplace Wellness Programs“I feel like a completely different person” For most of Brett Danelski’s adult life, health was an afterthought. At 31-years-old – young by most standards – he rarely saw a doctor and didn’t have a clear picture of his personal ...
The Power of Workplace Wellness ProgramsFor most of Brett Danelski’s adult life, health was an afterthought. At 31-years-old – young by most standards – he rarely saw a doctor and didn’t have a clear picture of his personal health. That changed when he joined Network ...
MCW assistant professor Theresa Maatman, MD, and colleagues analyze the intersection of medicine and art to help #medstudents and residents process experiences and identify common themes in stressors that can lead to burnout. Learn more at: https://t.co/i5YgeGKCId#MCWKnowledge
A clinical trial with chemotherapy – then, radiation therapy with more chemo before surgery - was the best treatment for Richard’s pancreatic cancer. COVID-19 didn’t stop his treatment, and now, he is back home enjoying life.
"All of a sudden, those disparities are laid bare.” Amidst the #COVID19 pandemic, health care providers confront language barriers and cultural differences head-on in order to better serve high risk communities. Read more via @milwaukeenns:https://t.co/0BLvBTdlcn#MCWCOVID19
Froedtert Hospital Birth Center Virtual TourThe Froedtert Hospital Birth Center is located on the 8th floor of Children's Wisconsin in Milwaukee. The birth center includes many features for your care and comfort, including spacious labor rooms, pain management options, lactation consultants, high-risk pregnancy monitoring, a ...
Initially, Steve had reservations about having deep brain stimulation surgery. Now, he's able to do activities he had to give up when he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease 15 years ago. "I would do it again in a heartbeat,” he...
John Fangman, MD, infectious disease specialist, and Rahul Nanchal, MD, director of the medical intensive care unit at Froedtert Hospital, discussed the potential long-term effects of COVID-19, including the negative impact on physical and mental health. https://t.co/byryPg3ldJ
As a commitment to showing What Is Possible during the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re proud to share that 31 COVID-19 patients were able to go home in the last week. This brings the total number of COVID-19 discharges to 553 as...
Epilepsy Center at Children's WisconsinThe Epilepsy Center at Children's Wisconsin specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of children with epilepsy. All children with epilepsy are unique. Our pediatric epilepsy team takes great care in developing personalized treatment plans for each one of their patients ...
Brett’s Story: “I feel like a completely different person”For most of Brett Danelski’s adult life, health was an afterthought. At 31-years-old – young by most standards – he rarely saw a doctor and didn’t have a clear picture of his personal health. That changed when he joined Network ...
Perinatal Anxiety During the COVID-19 PandemicLearning Objectives for this Webinar: Understand how the COVID-19 pandemic may be affecting perinatal women. Describe intrusive thoughts related to an anxiety disorder. Identify non-pharmacologic options for treatment of perinatal anxiety. List risks of in utero exposure of psychiatric medications ...
Youth vaping outbreak - one year laterBefore the COVID-19 pandemic, our team was facing a very different epidemic – #youthvaping. Just one year ago, a team of doctors at Children’s Wisconsin saw a cluster of very sick teens, which led them to discover a link between ...
Cancer Treatment During COVID-19 (James Thomas, MD): Every Day Health 2020James Thomas, MD, PhD, medical oncologist and colorectal cancer specialist, explains why you shouldn't delay your cancer care because of COVID-19. Dr. Thomas also talks about the precautions we have in place to keep you safe, as well as the ...
Now more than ever, our customers are looking for us to be resilient, adaptive and focused on service excellence, a core value. Network Health leaders recently recognized employees for these qualities during this time of uncertainty. #HometownAdvantage#NetworkCares#SaferAtHomehttps://t.co/PQQ4AItPqu
Q&A: Primary Care and Clinic COVID-19 Safety and PrecautionsWe were joined by Dr. Kristin Bencik, a Children's Wisconsin pediatrician and Laura Beres, mother of Noah, a Children's Wisconsin patient. Dr. Bencik and Laura discussed the myriad of safety precautions that we've taken in our primary care offices and ...
Mission: Healthy Kids Summer Healthy Family ChallengeWisconsin families, join the Mission: Healthy Kids Summer Healthy Family Challenge. It’s a free and fun way to stay active and healthy — together. Choose from activities focused on nutrition, physical activity and mindfulness. Complete the Challenge, and you’ll be ...
Fighting Arthritis with DietIf you have arthritis, what you eat can impact how you feel. That’s because certain foods can help lower inflammation in the body and improve joint pain.
Keeping You Safe (Josh Meskin, MD): Every Day Health 2020Josh Meskin, MD, cardiologist, explains what the Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin health network is doing to keep patients and staff safe from COVID-19. Dr. Meskin talks about virtual visits using your mobile device, as well as precautions ...
White Chocolate Holiday BarkWatch as our wellness team shows you how to make delicious white chocolate holiday bark just in time for the holiday season. This bark has heart-healthy dried cranberries and antioxidant-rich almonds. *To see the full recipe, visit networkhealth.com/recipes
Healthy QuicheWatch as our wellness team shows you how to make a healthier version of quiche. This spinach, tomato and feta quiche is crust-less, saving on calories but not saving on flavor. *To see the full recipe, visit networkhealth.com/recipes
Medicare Monday - Medication Therapy ManagementNetwork Health has a team of onsite pharmacists that are available for members to help manage their medications. We offer a program called Medication Therapy Management. Watch as our pharmacist, Gary Melis, explains this program and the way it benefits ...
Medicare Monday - Wellness ProgramsNetwork Health offers a wide variety of different wellness programs to members. These include health coaching, a diabetes prevention program and yoga. Learn more about the benefits of these programs from our wellness coordinator, Sam Clark.
Healthy Minute: Concussion Prevention, Symptoms & TreatmentDr. Christoffer Birn, a pediatric physician with Ascension Medical Group, talks about concussion prevention and treatment during Ascension's Healthy Minute. To learn more or schedule an appointment with Dr. Birn, visit www.affinityhealth.org/providers/birn-christoffer-k-md.htm.
Ascension Wisconsin was awarded a $75,000 grant—funded by Wisconsin Voices for Recovery—to implement a pilot program utilizing recovery coaches in the emergency departments at Ascension St. Joseph, Ascension Franklin and Ascension St. Francis Hospitals #WeAreAscension
Laughter is a medicine for life. Open your heart and spirit to the healing power of humor; When is the last time I had a good laugh? MissionMonday https://t.co/gAGme5yvKj
Laughter is a medicine for life. Open your heart and spirit to the healing power of humor; When is the last time I had a good laugh? MissionMonday https://t.co/e3H5NksYU8
Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare is Now Known as AscensionCompassionate, personalized care has a new name. Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare is now Ascension. The signs in our buildings are changing, but Ascension caregivers have been here all along. Our doctors, clinics and hospitals are connected to experts and specialists across ...
Columbia St. Mary's is Now Known as AscensionCompassionate, personalized care has a new name. Columbia St. Mary's is now Ascension. The signs in our buildings are changing, but Ascension caregivers have been here all along. Our doctors, clinics and hospitals are connected to experts and specialists across ...
Affinity Health System is Now Known as AscensionCompassionate, personalized care has a new name. Affinity Health System is now Ascension. The signs in our buildings are changing, but Ascension caregivers have been here all along. Our doctors, clinics and hospitals are connected to experts and specialists across ...
