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From Becker’s Hospital Review — Froedtert ThedaCare was included in a list of 81 health systems with strong operational metrics and solid financial positions, according to reports from credit rating agencies Fitch Ratings and Moody’s Investors Service released in 2025.

From Repertoire Magazine — Froedtert ThedaCare Health was included in Vizient's list of its top integrated delivery networks. Vizient, Inc. supports its health system members through collective bargaining, performance improvement initiatives and strategic partnerships. By pooling resources and data, Vizient helps its members achieve cost savings, adopt innovative technologies, and implement best practices across their networks. 

From wpr.org — Kunal Gupta, MD, PhD, a neurosurgeon at Froedtert Hospital, was on The Larry Meiller Show to discuss movement disorders, such as tremors, epilepsy or Parkinson’s disease. Dr. Gupta also talked about a new way to treat these disorders.

From thewomenweadmire.com — Janice Simmons, vice president and chief learning and organization development officer, Froedtert ThedaCare Health, was included in a list of the top 50 women leaders in Wisconsin.

From the Washington County Daily News — Froedtert Pharmacy locations were identified as a place to drop off medical sharps and unopened, unexpired medications. 

From wha.org — Imran Andrabi, MD, FAAFM, president and CEO of Froedtert ThedaCare, was named 2026 Wisconsin Hospital Association chair-elect at the Oct. 23 WHA Board of Directors meeting in Madison. Andrabi joined the WHA Board in 2019.

From Becker's Hospital Review — Froedtert Community Hospital, New Berlin location, was included on a list of the hospitals with a CMS five-star rating for quietness. CMS’ Patient Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems database is a national, standardized survey of hospital patients about their experience during a recent inpatient stay.

From BizTimes — Aerial photographer Curtis Waltz of Aerialscapes Inc. shares his aerial photography of southeastern Wisconsin with BizTimes Media and its readers. He recently shot several photos while flying over Pleasant Prairie in Kenosha County. Those photos include Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital.

From AP News — With firearm injuries the leading cause of death of children and teens in the U.S., the American Medical Association (AMA) and the Ad Council, in collaboration with a coalition of health care leaders that includes Froedtert ThedaCare, launched a new digital resource hub at AgreeToAgree.org/HealthCare to empower physicians and other health care professionals to confidently and compassionately engage patients in conversations about firearm injury prevention.

From 620 WTMJ — As an infectious disease physician and the associate chief of infectious diseases for Froedtert & MCW health network, Mary Beth Graham, MD, comes face to face with many patients facing the challenges and health risks of disease, but also those asking questions about their treatment and the efficacy of vaccines. As part of her commitment to public health, Dr. Graham sat down with Scaffidiology Podcast host Steve Scaffidi for a conversation on where the country is going on vaccination, the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and offers sage advice for parents as they send their children back to school.

From WUWM 89.7 — Stacy Gardiner, MD, Froedtert & MCW cardiologist and heart attack survivor, and Piero Antuono, MD, Froedtert & MCW neurologist were both guests on WUWM 89.7's Lake Effect show. Dr. Gardiner talked about the importance of learning how heart disease presents in women. Dr. Antuono spoke about how the United Community Center in Milwaukee is helping Spanish-speakers with memory loss.

From the Waukesha Freeman — The likelihood of developing cancer increases as we age, becoming more likely after age 65. However, studies point to a concerning trend — a noticeable increase in “early onset” cancers. Cancer experts say the increase in diagnoses isn’t the result of increased testing. Ann Maguire, MD, MPH, Froedter & MCW internal medicine physician, and John Charlson, MD, Froedter & MCW medical oncologist, point to a complex range of health and social factors. Both recommend screening for at-risk individuals and healthy lifestyle choices.

From Spectrum News 1 — Every day in October, Angela Scott said she will be wearing pink. Scott was diagnosed with breast cancer nearly five years ago. She underwent a lumpectomy and 19 rounds of radiation. Prior to her diagnosis, she stayed on top of her yearly mammograms — except in 2019. Lubna Chaudhary, MD, Froedtert & MCW oncologist, said unless you have a history of cancer in your family, the recommended age for mammograms is 40.

From Becker’s Hospital Review — Brian Sterns has been named senior vice president and CIO of Froedtert ThedaCare Health. In this role, Sterns will lead the health system’s technology strategy to support its overall goals. He will focus on enhancing the care experience for patients, families and staff, while also planning for future technology needs.

From Urban Milwaukee — The Milwaukee Bucks will hold Breast Cancer Awareness Night, presented by the Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin health network (Froedtert & MCW), on Tuesday, Oct. 28, when they host the New York Knicks at Fiserv Forum. The night marks a joint commitment between the Bucks and the Froedtert & MCW health network to raise awareness of breast cancer risks and the importance of screenings for early detection and treatment. All fans in attendance at the game on Oct. 28 will receive a Bucks and Froedtert & MCW co-branded rally towel to use during a special in-game moment dedicated to those affected by breast cancer.

From WISN 12 — The Froedtert & MCW health network reported an increase in call volume since Oct. 1 from patients seeking alternative care options, as thousands of Ascension patients are attempting to switch providers. A contract dispute between UnitedHealthcare and Ascension Wisconsin has left thousands of patients scrambling for care after Ascension went out-of-network for UnitedHealthcare on Oct. 1.

From Investopedia — Milwaukee was highlighted as an excellent place to retire based on travel accessibility, affordable housing, parks and activities and health care — including Froedtert Hospital and the Froedtert & MCW health network.

From packers.com — As part of the Green Bay Packers Salute to Service Week coming up as November kicks off, the organization will host a traumatic brain injury (TBI) seminar led by the Medical College of Wisconsin's BRAVE program. BRAVE, the Midwest's only TBI program specifically designed for veterans and first responders, will deliver four, 45-minute presentations on key issues that affect the veteran community.

From Becker’s Hospital Review — Menomonee Falls, Wis.-based Froedtert ThedaCare Health has unveiled its new brand identity after being created through the merger of two Wisconsin health systems. The existing brands — Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin health network and ThedaCare — and their logos will remain visible at the local hospital and clinic level.

From Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service —  James Griffin was diagnosed with sickle cell disease at the age of 2. Sickle cell disease is a genetic condition in which red blood cells that are normally round, become crescent or sickle-shaped, causing blood blockage, pain and other severe health conditions. Doctor visits are part of James' routine as he sees a hematologist every three months for blood draws at the Froedtert & MCW Sickle Cell Disease Clinic.