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From 620 WTMJ — Wisconsin resident Gavin Scudella had been sick for a long time and was facing a challenging health future as he received weekly dialysis and waited to receive a donor kidney. Kelly Haefs, his next- door neighbor and friend, made the decision to participate in the National Kidney Exchange, a decision which would change Gavin’s story by allowing him to receive a voucher for a donated kidney, one month after Kelly had donated her organ to another recipient. Rima Patel, DO, Froedtert & MCW nephrologist, sat down with Kelly and Gavin on the Scaffidiology Podcast to share their amazing journeys and her expertise on the need for organ donors and how critical the need is for organ donation.

From Wisconsin Health News — Froedtert ThedaCare Health has named a south region president. Dr. Bryce Gartland will oversee legacy Froedtert Health operations, after the southeast Wisconsin health system joined forces with ThedaCare last year. He starts Feb. 3. This story was also covered by Becker’s Hospital Review.

From TMJ4 — The Froedtert & MCW the Medical College of Wisconsin Cancer Network will begin providing an advanced form of cancer treatment later this year. The new Proton Therapy Clinic under construction at Froedtert Hospital is slated to be the first in the state. Proton therapy is a form of radiation that sends a targeted dose to a tumor precisely and stops, helping prevent exposure to nearby critical organs and tissues. This method works to prevent complications and secondary cancers.

From Spectrum News 1 — Veronica Loy, DO, Froedtert & MCW liver specialist, talked about the connection between alcohol consumption and cancer in response to the U.S. Surgeon General outlining scientific evidence linking alcohol to seven types of cancer.

From Becker’s Hospital Review — Becker's included the Froedtert & MCW Neuroscience Center in its list of standout hospitals and health systems recognized for excellence in neuroscience and spine programs. These programs are celebrated for their exceptional patient outcomes, advanced surgical techniques and groundbreaking research. They boast visionary leaders, top-tier specialists, robust research initiatives and pioneering clinical trials.

From CBS 58 — Veronica Loy, DO, Froedtert & MCW liver specialist, joined CBS 58 to talk about the health benefits of "Dry January" and share a few recipes for non-alcoholic drinks.

From The Freeman — Srividya Kidambi, MD, Froedtert & MCW endocrinologist, talked about the medications that are used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity, including brands such as Ozempic and Mounjaro. Dr. Kidambi explained that the medications mimic hormones that are produced by the gut and have an impact on how long food stays in the stomach and appetite sensors in the brain. Dr. Kidambi said in trials for the medication it showed significant weight loss although it is variable from person to person.

From Wisconsin Public Radio — There were more than 46,000 transplant operations in the U.S. last year, yet more than 103,000 people across the country are waiting for a life-saving transplant. The Froedtert & MCW kidney transplant team, a kidney donor and a kidney recipient talked with WPR about organ donation.

From Madison 365 — Dionna L. Gavin, Froedtert & MCW director of diversity and inclusion, was included on a list of elected leaders, business leaders and community leaders, doing difficult, important work. She leads internally facing efforts that include the development, implementation and integration of workforce and workplace DEI initiatives; the design and implementation of equity, diversity, inclusion and anti-racism educational offerings, and the oversight for Business Resource Groups and Diversity Action Teams’ strategic efforts.

From Becker’s Hospital Review — Whether through new patient towers, acquisitions or adding staff beds, many of the largest health systems in the U.S. are on an upward growth trajectory. Froedtert Hospital was included on a list of the 60 largest hospitals by number of beds. 

From WISN 12 — Sean Lew, MD, Froedtert & MCW neurosurgeon, and Wendy Buch, epilepsy patient, talked about the responsive neurostimulation (RNS) procedure used to treat epilepsy and the positive impact it has had on Wendy's life.

From Telemundo Wisconsin — It's estimated that nearly 80% of people say they don't have their health needs taken care of during the holidays, and most consider the holidays to be even more stressful than tax season! To help us maintain a healthy heart this holiday season, we were joined Jorge Saucedo, MD, Froedtert & MCW cardiologist and National American Heart Association board member.

From CarvdnStone.com — The Froedtert & MCW Maternal Mobile Clinic is fighting the fight to save Milwaukee mothers and their babies. The mobile clinic allows the Froedtert & MCW health network to bring important maternal health services directly to communities, making health care accessible and convenient for prenatal and postpartum care.

From WISN 12 — A Milwaukee doctor is getting ready for a new challenge. T. Clark Gamblin, MD, Froedtert & MCW surgical oncologist is preparing to run seven marathons in seven continents in seven days.

From Spectrum News 1 — Pancreatic cancer is not a common cancer. However, William Hall, MD, Froedtert & MCW radiation oncologist, said it’s one of the most fatal. Froedtert & MCW Cancer Network specializes in care for pancreatic cancer. In fact, its team has achieved one of the highest survival rates in the country. Connie McCance is one of those success stories. She recently hit the five-year cancer-free mark, after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer at 52-years-old.

From Fierce Network — Healthcare providers are using the cloud to do everything from streamlining note taking to allow doctors more face time with patients to building entire virtual primary care clinics, executives from AWS and Inception Health told Fierce. Inception Health is the hub for the Froedtert & MCW health network’s digital health services.

From WisBusiness — Ann Tesmer, Froedtert & MCW vice president of ambulatory operations, will share insights from her professional journey during the Dec. 14 commencement ceremony at Mount Mary University. In her role, Tesmer oversees clinical services, business operations, quality of care delivery and community partnerships. She will share her trajectory from occupational therapist to hospital leadership, and will discuss the importance of providing patient-focused healthcare.

From Fox 6 — Steven M. Cherney, MD, orthopaedic trauma surgeon, talked with Fox 6 about ladder safety when you decorate for the holidays and how to avoid falls and injuries.

From Becker’s Hospital Review — Idram Andrabi, MD, president and CEO, Froedtert ThedaCare Health Inc., was recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review among a list of hospital and health system CEOs who are leveraging their influence to transform the health care landscape for the better.

From Healthcare IT News — Bradley Crotty, MD, Froedtert & MCW chief digital officer, and Jay Burns, Froedtert & MCW behavioral health coach, talked about our health network's internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy tool, Silvercloud, and how when it launched at the health network, it immediately began to address some of the financial and scheduling concerns preventing patients from seeking relief.