NNS Spotlight: Fitness Instructor on a Mission to Help Black Cancer Survivors in Milwaukee
From milwaukeecourieronline.com — For Leonard Wilson, what began as a passion for fitness has become a mission to improve the lives of Black cancer survivors in Milwaukee and their loved ones. Wilson is a fitness trainer and founder of Divine Intervention Fitness and has formed community partnerships to train youths and adults to live healthier lifestyles since 2006. It all started with a 16-week study conducted by Men Moving Forward, a program through Froedtert Hospital and the Medical College of Wisconsin to conduct studies on African American men with prostate cancer.
New procedure offering unique way to help patients with chronic lung problems
From TMJ4 — For patients with chronic lung conditions like emphysema, trying to manage it can be tough — with a string of medications, inhalers, and surgery and little to no relief. Doctors at Froedtert & MCW have a new tool, bronchoscopic lung volume reduction (BLVR), to treat these conditions.
'He's a miracle': Wisconsin 18-year-old returns to hospital to thank doctors, nurses
From WISN12 — After a traumatic brain injury put a Seymour 18-year-old in a coma for weeks, doctors weren't sure if he would wake up, let alone talk or walk, ever again. In November 2023, Max Rozmiarek walked into the Froedtert Hospital Surgical Intensive Care Unit as a line of doctors and nurses watched in awe. He requested to return to meet and thank the medical staff, which he said saved his life.
Lung cancer awareness; early screenings encouraged
From FOX6 — Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. Jonathan Thompson, Froedtert & MCW medical oncologist, said lung cancer is curable, especially if it’s caught early. He recommends that people with tobacco exposure should get a scan annually.
More hospital CEOs join the effort to prevent gun violence
From Becker’s Healthcare — Cathy Jacobson, president and CEO of Froedtert Health, was listed among the members of the National Health Care CEO Council on Gun Violence Prevention & Safety. Council members have signed the following promise: "Guns are now the leading cause of death for kids. This needs to change. As healthcare leaders, we pledge to use the collective power of our voices and resources to curb this epidemic, and make our communities safer for everyone." This pledge includes supporting public education and awareness campaigns, working with local violence intervention groups and pursuing research and other initiatives.
Waterford man grateful to be alive after ruptured aneurysm
From the Racine Journal Times — Peter Rossi, MD, vascular surgeon, talked about abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) in a story about a man who was rushed to Froedtert Hospital after his AAA burst while he was in a local emergency room being treated for pain that he thought was kidney stones. Dr. Rossi and his team operated on Walter Foster for two and a half hours to repair the rupture. He noted that about 90% of people with an AAA rupture do not make it to the hospital and emphasized the importance of screening if you smoked or have a family history of AAA. Nearly two years later, Foster feels well, has returned to his job and is grateful to be alive.
Loneliness is a public health threat
From Wisconsin Public Radio — Loneliness can be as big of a health threat as smoking or heavy daily drinking, according to the U.S. Surgeon General. WPR chatted with Andrew Schramm, PhD, a Froedtert Hospital psychologist and a member of the Wisconsin Coalition to End Social Isolation and Loneliness, about the consequences and cures for loneliness.
Dyad leadership moves to the C-suite
From Becker's Hospital Review — Froedtert Health is among the healthcare organizations increasing their use of dyad leadership model. A dyad leadership model — which often pairs a clinician with a non-clinical administrative leader for strategic and operational responsibility — is not new in healthcare. However, the model continues to evolve and is used in various ways at organizations today.
Healthgrades' best hospitals for cardiac care 2024
From Becker’s Hospital Review — Froedtert Hospital was among four dozen hospitals selected as the top 5% in the nation for overall cardiac care, according to a Healthgrades ranking. To award hospitals for cardiac care and 15 other specialties, Healthgrades compiled medicare provider analysis and review data to analyze outcomes at about 4,500 hospitals in the U.S.
Doctor discusses National Mammography Day
From FOX6 — Solomon Cherian, MD, Froedtert & MCW diagnostic radiologist, joined FOX6 News to discuss National Mammography Day during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
An inside look at the clinic helping Milwaukee's gun violence victims heal
From TMJ4 — Every day in Milwaukee, an average of 2 and a half people are shot and injured. 876 were shot last year and with less than 3 months to the end of the year, 722 have been shot. Those seriously injured are sent to Froedtert Hospital. When they're released, they go to the advance care center where doctors do more than just bandage the wound. TMJ4's Shannon Sims had to opportunity to see how it works, and learn about the innovative approach to medicine.
The top 3 priorities for Froedtert Health's CFO
From Becker’s Healthcare — Froedtert Health is growing value-based care, making progress on digital health initiatives and preparing for a merger on the horizon. Froedtert Health CFO Scott Hawig told Becker's about Froedtert's top priorities for the next fiscal year, its future plans for partnerships and more.
Milwaukee's Sixteenth Street Southside Clinic expansion will serve thousands of new patients
From WUWM — The Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers flagship clinic near Milwaukee’s south side on South Cesar Chavez Drive will be able to serve even more people in its mission, thanks to the expansion that will be completed by the fall of next year. The expansion will not only add more space, but provide more in-house services such as a new pharmacy, behavioral health services, wellness classes, and much more. The clinic’s expansion is made possible in part by a $4.7 million donation and a longtime partnership with Froedtert Health, says Sixteenth Street president and CEO Dr. Julie Schuller.
Wisconsin man receives life-saving transplant from British woman
From WISN12 — Four years ago, Bob Timberlake was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia, a rare and aggressive cancer. Sameem Abedin, MD, Froedtert & MCW medical oncologist, was Bob's doctor and said his chances of beating the disease were slim. Timberlake is now cancer-free after receiving a stem cell transplant from a woman in England.
Cancer patient shares a unique gift with doctors helping in his fight
From TMJ4 — Six years ago, Lawrence Murphy (who goes by Murf) was diagnosed with stage III clear cell carcinoma, a kidney cancer. After that diagnosis and a life-saving surgery, Murf began to sketch his procedures — on lab coats that he presents to the doctors who treated him. Lindsay Puckett, Froedtert & MCW radiation oncologist, received the sixth, and latest, lab coat that Murf made.
Froedtert Hospital and ThedaCare recognized by Vizient as 2023 Birnbaum Quality Leadership Top Performers
Medical Mysteries: Were wedding jitters making her sick?
From The Washington Post — James Findling, MD, Froedtert & MCW endocrinologist, was featured in a "Medical Mysteries" article after treating Cushing's disease — a rare endocrine disorder. Dr. Findling is internationally recognized for his treatment of the disease.
Froedtert Hospital announces $90,000 scholarship fund in partnership with the University of Wisconsin-Parkside
From Wisconsin Health News — Froedtert Hospital announced today a $90,000 Froedtert Scholars fund for scholarships to the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. Froedtert Scholars is a 10-year program funding junior and senior undergraduate scholarships for the study of health-related fields.
The importance of mammograms for people of all ages
From TMJ4 — Caitlin Patten, MD, Froedtert & MCW surgical oncologist, talks about the how important it is to catch breast cancer early. The best way to do that is to know your body and understand your risk whether it be genetic, age or lifestyle based, and most importantly get regular mammograms.
Health system venture arms invest in post-acute care startup
From Healthcare Innovation — Froedtert Health's venture arm Inception Health, Ballad Health's venture arm Ballad Ventures, and Baycrest's innovation arm the Center for Aging + Brain Health Innovation (CABHI) are among the early investors in Homecare Hub, a Toronto-based post-acute care company that is creating small 2- to 12-person co-living care homes on-demand.
Froedtert to fully acquire insurance provider serving 23 Wisconsin counties, 117K people
From Wisconsin Public Radio — Froedtert Health announced plans to buy out another health system's share of an insurance provider that serves 23 Wisconsin counties and 117,000 people. Ascension Wisconsin has agreed to sell its 50 percent interest in Network Health to Froedtert, after the two health care providers previously split ownership 50-50, according to Froedtert Health's announcement. This story also appeared on Becker's Hospital Review, Healthcare Dive, Washington County Daily News, FOX 11 News, Wisconsin Health News and Urban Milwaukee.