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How Does Milwaukee Stand Out?

From Greater Milwaukee Today (August 2010) — Two cancer specialists with Froedtert & The Medical College of Wisconsin Clinical Cancer Center talk about why they left renowned cancer centers in other states to practice here.

New Treatments Pioneered for Depression

From WUWM: Lake Effect (August 2010) — A new treatment for depression may offer hope for people who don't respond to traditional treatment.

Froedtert’s Hill Rolls Up Sleeves for Diversity Role

From The Business Journal (August 2010) — A philosophy of inclusion and innovation characterizes the work of Froedtert Health's chief diversity officer, Joseph Hill.

Wisconsin Farmers See Increase in Demand for Eggs

From WISN Milwaukee (August 2010) — Advice from Froedtert Hospital dietitian Patti Cobb about making sure eggs are safe to eat.

Breast Cancer Survivors Swim-Bike-Run with Surgeon after Diagnosis-Treatment-Recovery

From the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (August 2010) — Breast cancer specialist Amanda Kong, MD, and two of her patients train together to compete in the Danskin triathlon.

Oncologist Fights Own Battle With Breast Cancer

From WISN Milwaukee (August 2010) — Cancer physician Mary Horowitz, MD, talks about her own experience with breast cancer and the insights it gave her.

Inside Mayor Barrett's Recovery

From Today's TMJ4 (August 2010) — One year ago, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett was attacked near State Fair Park. Over the last year, he had three surgeries and spent many hours in therapy at Froedtert & The Medical College Hand Center to heal his severely injured hand.

ProHealth to Sell Physician Practices to Froedtert

From the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (August 2010) — ProHealth Care and Froedtert & Community Health are close to an agreement to sell 51 physician practices in the Germantown, Hartford and Menomonee Falls areas to Froedtert & Community Health.

Doctor Blames Death on Drug Denial

From the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (August 2010) — A woman whose cancerous brain tumor was in remission for nine years finally lost her battle, despite her doctor's efforts to get her insurance coverage restored for a drug he hoped could save her life.

Healthy Summer Skin

From Wauwatosa Now (August 2010) — Sun exposure can damage skin, accelerating aging and even lead to skin cancer, but there are a host of options for protecting and repairing summer skin.

Road to Recovery

From Today's TMJ4 (August 2010) — A Racine woman receiving cancer care at Froedtert & The Medical College Clinical Cancer Center gets help from a free transportation program offered by the American Cancer Society.

Tosa Institutions Reach Out to Larger Community

From Wauwatosa Now (August 2010) — Wauwatosa Now columnist Robert Warde applauds initiatives expanding medical research and cancer care in our community.

Why Don't Men Visit the Doctor More?

From WUWM: Lake Effect (August 2010) — When it comes to their health, men are the weaker sex. They don't get checkups as often as women, are hospitalized more often with preventable illnesses, and they die younger. WUWM-FM's "Lake Effect" show asks Dr. Bob Gleeson, director of Froedtert & The Medical College of Wisconsin Executive Health program, to explain why men avoid doctors and what's being done to change that.

The US Transplant Games

(August 2010) — The US Transplant Games, held in Madison July 30-August 3, drew 1,600 organ transplant recipients from throughout the country, plus thousands of families and friends. Thirty-five of these athletes were patients of the Froedtert & Medical College Transplant Center who competed in track, field and swim events with determination and pride worthy of the Olympics. The event is organized by the National Kidney Foundation to spread organ donation awareness by showcasing the success of life after transplantation.

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Drug That Could Stop Stroke Isn't Always Used

From the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (July 2010) — A growing number of hospitals that say they are equipped to use a clot-dissolving drug that can stop a stroke don't always use it, a Journal Sentinel investigation found. "The whole culture of treating stroke hasn't caught up with the science," said Diane Book, MD, medical director of the Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin Stroke and Neurovascular Program.

Uecker to return to the booth

(July 2010) — Three months after undergoing heart surgery, the Milwaukee Brewers veteran radio broadcaster will be back in the booth for Friday's game. Fans and players are excited about having him back.

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Milwaukee-area Research Schools are a Study in Collaboration

From the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (July 2010) — A $20 million grant awarded to The Medical College of Wisconsin by the National Institutes of Health will help fund a Milwaukee research consortium aimed at more quickly moving lab discoveries into treatment, training more researchers and engaging the community in its efforts.

View From the Waiting Room: Health Reform is Here

From Third Coast Digest (July 2010) — Local experts at a recent public forum offered perspectives on national healthcare reform and how it will affect Wisconsin residents. Among them was Froedtert President & CEO Bill Petasnick, who views the legislation as a starting point for achieving a healthier community.

Sunscreen Dangers?

From Today's TMJ4 (July 2010) — A controversial report about sunscreens shouldn't stop people from using them, because benefits far outweigh any risk, says Medical College of Wisconsin physician David Larson. Dr. Larson says sunscreens are essential to protecting skin from damage, including skin cancer, and should be used year around, every day.

Summertime Can Be Perfect Time to Lose Weight

From the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (July 2010) — Summer, with its abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables, is a great time to lose a few pounds. Sarah Zangerle, dietitian with Froedtert & The Medical College Comprehensive Weight Loss Center, offers tips to kick-start your program.

Experts Urge Nonpartisan Cooperation for Health Care

From the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (July 2010) — William Petasnick, president & CEO of Froedtert & Community Health, spoke at a Milwaukee panel discussion on healthcare reform and cited improving care, reducing waste, lessening variation in care and slowing costs as challenges confronting the nation's healthcare system.

Cancer Network Formed

(July 2010) — Froedtert & The Medical College of Wisconsin have formed a regional cancer network to enhance access to specialists in the community hospital setting. Community Memorial Hospital in Menomonee Falls and St. Joseph’s Hospital in West Bend are the first hospitals to join the network, making additional cancer specialties available in both communities.

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Last Review Date: Aug. 13, 2010

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