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From Becker’s Hospital Review — Becker’s Hospital Review included Froedtert Community Hospital - New Berlin and Holy Family Memorial Hospital on a list of hospitals that were rated 5 stars for nurse communication in each state, according to CMS’ Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems data.

From WPR — Multiple sclerosis is a lifelong, often debilitating neurological disease. Ahmed Obeidat, MD, Froedtert & MCW neurologist, said the list of possible symptoms is vast and can range from vision difficulties and fatigue to debilitating pain. Everyone’s experience of symptoms of multiple sclerosis is unique. And although there is no cure, Dr. Obeidat said there is one treatment that everyone seems to benefit from: creating art. In his interview with “Wisconsin Today,” Dr. Obeidat explained how further research could allow for more access to the healing benefits of art and a higher quality of life for patients with multiple sclerosis.

From Spectrum News 1 — Life is somewhat back to normal for Patti Mueller. She said it's hard to believe she had brain surgery just over three months ago. Patti's surgeon, Max Krucoff, MD, a Froedtert & MCW neurosurgeon, recommended an “awake craniotomy.” This type of brain surgery allows doctors to get critical, in-the-moment feedback from the patient. Froedtert & MCW neurosurgeons perform nearly 25 of these procedures a year.

From WISN 12 — WISN 12 news and sportscast director Rob Simmons, just finished a year-long battle he never expected to be fighting at the age of 26. Katie Zellner, Froedtert Hospital physician assistant, talked with WISN 12 about Hodgkin lymphoma.

From Patch — Froedtert ThedaCare Health was included in Forbes’ 2025 ranking of America’s Best Employers By State as one of the top 60 companies in Wisconsin. The ranking was based on surveys of more 169,000 employees who work for a company of at least 500 within the United States.

Froedtert ThedaCare Health has been named to Forbes’ list of America’s Best-In-State Employers 2025. The recognition, presented in collaboration with the statistics portal and industry ranking provider, Statista, can be viewed on Forbes’ website.

From MKE Lifestyle — We can’t turn back the clock, but we can be energetic and strong at 50 and beyond. Nicole Szaniawski, RDN, CD, Froedtert & MCW dietician, was one of three local experts who shared tips to stay healthy as we age.

From Healthcare IT News — Health care admission decisions and bed placements often result in emergency department care delays that can compromise patient outcomes and have been statistically tied to increased mortality rates. Using artifical intelligence, machine learning and data analytics approaches, the Froedtert & the MCW health network optimized bed capacity and coordination between departments. By integrating the forecasting, the health system turned predictions into action to enhance patient care and overall efficiency.

From Spectrum News 1 — This summer, Rick Dettman is looking forward to wearing shorts. For the past several decades, he’s shied away from them because of his varicose veins. Dettman said his varicose veins made his legs cramp and feel very heavy. To treat the varicose veins, Mona Li, MD, Froedtert & MCW surgeon, performed different procedures, including sclerotherapy. This is when a saline solution is injected into the veins, causing them to collapse and fade. The other procedure is a phlebectomy. Dr. Li said treatment has come a long way in the past 25 years.

From TMJ4 — Nancy Storrs, who lives with emphysema, underwent a bronchoscopic lung volume reduction (BLVR) procedure that has dramatically improved her quality of life — despite recent air quality conditions. Nancy once struggled to walk her dog and is now enjoying outdoor activities thanks to BLVR — a medical procedure that she said needs more publicity. Dr. Jonathan Kurman, Froedtert & MCW pulmonologist, performed the procedure for Storrs.

From Spectrum News 1 — Jonathan Kurman, MD, Froedtert & MCW pulmonologist, talked about poor air quality and how the smoke can have a big impact on those living with lung or cardiac conditions. “They have more shortness of breath than they normally would,” said Kurman. “Coughing. Decreased exertional capacity.” He encouraged those with respiratory issues to limit their outdoor exposure.

From Becker’s Hospital Review — Froedtert ThedaCare Health was included in a list of 55 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 Medical Industry Today — Shelley Hart, R.N., clinical nurse specialist at Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital, explores the hospital's inspiring journey toward delivering exceptional care for older adults. Through innovative delirium prevention programs, care conversation goals and simple acts of human connection, Hart shares how the team is creating a hospital experience centered on dignity and purpose.

From Becker’s Hospital Review — The Emergency Nurses Association recognized 96 hospital emergency departments — including Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital Emergency Department and Froedtert West Bend Hospital Emergency Department — for demonstrating outstanding leadership, practice, education and advocacy that resulted in improved patient care and staff well-being. The ENA Lantern Award Committee reviews and scores applications based on evidence-based practices and innovation in emergency care.

From Becker's Hospital Review — Becker’s asked pharmacy executives from hospitals and health systems across the U.S. to share their top priorities for the rest of 2025. Jordan Spillane, PharmD, director, Ambulatory Pharmacy Services at Froedtert ThedaCare Health, was one of the 12 executives featured in this article and is one of the executives speaking at the Becker’s Healthcare Fall Chief Pharmacy Officer Summit in November. 

From The City Journals — The Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital Emergency Department and the Froedtert West Bend Hospital Emergency Department both received Lantern Awards from the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA). Lantern Awards are awarded to emergency departments that have demonstrated outstanding leadership, practice, education and advocacy that resulted in improved patient care and staff well-being.

From Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service — Michael Adams, president of JobsWork MKE, ignored the warning signs his body gave him before having a heart attack in 2024. He now encourages Black men to pay attention to their health and trust the health care system. He talked about Benjamin Tobin, MD, his personal doctor who makes him feel seen and heard.

From Becker’s Hospital Review — Steve Basilotto, chief experience officer, Froedtert Theda Care Health, was included in a story spotlighting outstanding chief experience officers who are making a meaningful impact on the patient experience at hospitals and health systems nationwide. Basilotto has been the chief experience officer at Froedtert Theda Care Health since 2018. He is responsible for finding and executing leading-edge opportunities to provide customers, patients and staff with positive experiences.

From Civic Media — Earl Ingram had a conversation with Jonathan S. Kurman, MD, MBA, director, interventional pulmonology, Froedtert & MCW health network. They talked about bronchoscopic lung volume reduction (BLVR) — a treatment for emphysema.

From Healthcare Innovation — Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. has agreed to acquire Xealth, a Providence health system spin-out that combines multiple digital health solutions into a single user interface and platform. The Froedtert & MCW health network is an investor in Xealth.