The skinny on weight-loss drugs
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.
The gift of life: How organ donation saves lives
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.
Wisconsin’s 40 Most Influential Black Leaders for 2024
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.
100 of the largest US hospitals and health systems | 2024
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.
Woman undergoes 'life-changing' procedure years after epilepsy diagnosis
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.
Manteniendo su corazón sano durante las fiestas
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.
Milwaukee mothers find support: The Bridge Project and Maternal Mobile Clinic deliver care where it’s needed most
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.
Seven marathons, seven continents, seven days
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.
Pewaukee woman marks 5 years cancer-free after beating one of the most fatal forms
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.
The cloud is changing the face of healthcare
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.
Mount Mary University: Froedtert & MCW executive will speak at Mount Mary winter commencement
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.
Holiday decorating injuries; tips to avoid falling
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.
64 CEO influencers to know | 2024
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.
Mental health digital therapeutics boost outcomes at Froedtert & MCW
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.
Notable health care leaders: Jordan Spillane
From BizTimes — Jordan Spillane, PharmD, Froedtert & MCW director of ambulatory pharmacy, was recognized as a notable health care leader by BizTimes.
Wisconsin 275: The state’s most influential business leaders
From BizTimes — Imran Andrabi, MD, president and CEO, Froedtert ThedaCare Health Inc., was included in BizTime's Wisconsin 275, a publication that identifies and profiles the most influential business leaders in the state.
Work continues at Froedtert ThedaCare hospital in Fond du Lac
From Insight — Froedtert ThedaCare Health reported the construction is progressing on its $35 million, 25,0000-square-foot hospital in Fond du Lac. Ground was broken at 755 W. Johnson St. in February and the hospital is expected to open in 2025. The hospital will have emergency care, inpatient beds, and 24/7 coverage with board-certified emergency medicine physicians. For patients requiring additional care, observation and tests, plans call for 24/7 computed tomography (CT) scans, X-ray and ultrasound with outpatient access. It will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.
Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa names new president to start in February
From the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel — Austin Reeder has been selected as the next president of Froedtert Hospital, beginning on Feb. 10. As president of Froedtert Hospital, Reeder will oversee the 766-bed hospital, which serves as the primary teaching hospital for medical students from the Medical College of Wisconsin and is the only adult Level One trauma center in the eastern part of the state, which means it's capable of providing the highest level of care to critically injured patients. This story also appeared in Becker’s Hospital Review and the Milwaukee Business Journal.
Froedtert Hospital names new president to lead academic medical center
Austin Reeder has been selected to serve as the next president of Froedtert Hospital. He will assume his role at eastern Wisconsin’s only academic medical center Monday, Feb. 10.
Doctor and cancer survivor gears up to run 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days
From Fox News — T. Clark Gamblin, MD, Froedtert & MCW cancer surgeon, spoke with Fox News Digital about his upcoming participation in the World Marathon Challenge. The competition involves running seven marathons on seven continents — seven days in a row. The first marathon will take place in Antarctica on Jan. 31, 2025. From there, Gamblin and other participants will travel to Cape Town, South Africa; Perth, Australia; and Dubai, UAE. From there, Dr. Gamblin will jet to Madrid, Spain, and Fortaleza, Brazil, before running a final race in Miami. He and his fellow marathon runners will have logged 183 miles over the course of a week. This story also appeared on TMJ4.
Milwaukee County employee health clinics open; 3 locations
From Fox 6 — Milwaukee County employees now have more options for health services at no extra cost, thanks to a partnership with Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Workforce Health and American Rescue Plan Act funding. Services provided by board-certified Froedtert & MCW advanced practice providers at the clinics include treatment for minor illnesses and injuries, preventive care, on-site lab testing and select medications and vaccines. These are provided for no out-of-pocket costs or additional fees to employees, even if they don’t participate in the county’s health insurance plan. This story was also covered by Urban Milwaukee and 620 TMJ.
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