Froedtert ThedaCare Health, Inc. Breaks Ground on New Health Campus in Oshkosh
Oshkosh, Wis. — The combined health system of Froedtert ThedaCare Health, Inc. is announcing the groundbreaking of a new health campus in Oshkosh. The planned campus aims to expand convenient access to care for those living in Northeast and Central Wisconsin.
The prep isn't fun, but take it from me: Getting this medical test can save your life
From USA Today — Amir C. Patel, MD, a Froedert & MCW gastroenterologist, was featured in an article about the importance of getting a colonoscopy. Black Americans are not only at greater risk of colon cancer than other races, they also have higher death rates from colorectal cancer when compared with other races.
68 greatest health systems for job starters: Newsweek
From Becker’s Hospital Review — Froedtert Hospital was listed among nearly 70 hospitals and health systems named to Newsweek's new list, "America's Greatest Workplaces for Job Starters 2024." The publication and Plant-A, a data intelligence firm, compiled the list based on survey responses from workers with less than five total years of employment experience, at companies with at least 500 employees.
79 best hospitals for patient experience, safety: Healthgrades
From Becker’s Clinical Leadership — Healthgrades recognized 832 hospitals with its 2024 Patient Safety Excellence Awards and Outstanding Patient Experience Award. Froedtert Hospital was one of only 79 of those hospitals received both awards.
After mistaking a heart attack for acid reflux, Wisconsin woman shares signs to help others
From Spectrum News 1 — Just two months ago, Linda Kiewit was experiencing severe acid reflux, so she decided to see a doctor about it. She quickly learned it wasn’t just heart burn — it was a symptom of a heart attack. Doctors were able to save her life with a heart stent, which kept that artery open. Stacy Gardiner, MD, Linda's Froedtert & MCW cardiologist, said that heart disease is the number one health threat for women. Their symptoms, she said, can be very different from men. This story was also covered by WUWM 89.7.
Eric Conley announces resignation from Froedtert Hospital, interim president identified
Milwaukee — After six years with the health network, Eric Conley, president, South Region, for Froedtert ThedaCare Health, Inc. and president, Froedtert Hospital, has announced his resignation effective in mid-April. He will serve as executive vice president and president, Acute & Post-Acute Care, Sentara Health, Hampton Roads, Va.
County partnering with Froedtert Health on employee health clinics
From urbanmilwaukee.com — Milwaukee County plans to contract with Froedtert Workforce Health for three on-site employee health clinics. Approximately 4,000 county employees will be able to receive preventative health care, such as checkups and immunizations, and avoid visits to the emergency room for non-emergency health care that still needs same-day attention.
Proton therapy clinic construction project topped off at Froedtert Hospital
From CBS 58 — A giant girder was used to top off the new Froedtert & MCW Proton Therapy Clinic. Proton therapy is an advanced form of radiation used to treat cancer patients. Right now, proton therapy is not available anywhere in Wisconsin. This story was also covered by WPR.
Froedtert CTO talks AI scaling strategy, from 'small improvements' to 'hardest' last mile
From Healthcare IT News — Melek Somai, MD, MPH, vice president and chief technology and product officer at Inception Health and Froedtert & MCW health network, described the Wisconsin health system's efforts to expand its integration of artificial intelligence into workflows and care processes — from streamlining patient scheduling to providing personalized preventive care recommendations. Part 2 of 2.
Weight loss wonder drugs: Everything you need to know
From WISN12 — Srividya Kidambi, MD, MS, Froedtert & MCW endocrinologist, talked with WISN about Ozempic, other weight loss drugs and the importance of seeing a specialist when trying to lose weight medically.
16 Health Systems Help Launch Health & Wellness Marketplace
From MedCityNews — Vale Health announced its launch on Monday at ViVE. The startup's platform helps health systems connect their patients to health and wellness products, which are becoming increasingly interesting to consumers. Vale has 16 founding health systems partners that will go live with the platform, with the Froedtert & MCW health network being the first.
Generative AI to bring "transformative change," says Froedtert/Inception Health CTO
From Healthcare IT News — Melek Somai, MD, MPH, vice president and chief technology and product officer at Inception Health and Froedtert & MCW health network, discussed the most promising use cases for artificial intelligence, and describes how our health system has made it an "integral component" of its information ecosystem. Part 1 of 2.
Board named for North Region of Froedtert ThedaCare
From Insight Publications — Froedtert ThedaCare Health, Inc. has named its board of directors representing the North Region. The North Region board will serve as the governing body of ThedaCare and its hospital entities and provide oversight for quality, safety, patient experience, credentialing, privileging, value-based care strategy, philanthropy, communication and education across the region.
Free health screenings from dermatologists offered during pop-up clinic
From CBS58 — Community members received free screenings for hair, skin, and nails health at Gee’s Clippers on Saturday, Feb. 17. Froedtert & MCW staff offered the screenings, including Olushola L. Akinshemoyin Vaughn, MD, dermatologist. There are barriers to access of care, knowledge and financial challenges. The pop-up clinic was a chance for community members to get questions answered. The story was also covered TMJ4.
Froedtert Thedacare Health, Inc., breaks ground on new health campus in Fond du Lac
Fond du Lac, Wis. — The newly combined health system of Froedtert ThedaCare Health, Inc., is pleased to announce the groundbreaking of a new health campus in Fond du Lac. The campus will expand convenient access to care for those living in the region.
Froedtert ThedaCare Health, Inc., names inaugural Board of Directors
Milwaukee and Neenah, Wis. — Froedtert ThedaCare Health, Inc., the legal entity that now encompasses the combined organization of Froedtert Health and ThedaCare, has announced its Board of Directors for the organization. The board will collaborate on ways to improve the health and well-being of people across the state of Wisconsin.
A new neuroscience institute to help people with brain and spine issues has opened just outside Milwaukee
From the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel — A new neuroscience institute has launched in Milwaukee, with a focus on caring for people of all ages with neurological issues and advancing neurosciences through clinical trials and research. It’s a collaboration among Children’s Wisconsin, the Froedtert & MCW health network, the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and the Clement J. Zablocki Veterans’ Administration Medical Center. This was also covered by Spectrum News 1.
Children’s Wisconsin, Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, The Medical College of Wisconsin, and The Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center Launch Wisconsin Institute of NeuroScience
The best hospitals for cardiology in 23 states: Healthgrades
From Becker’s ASC Review — Healthgrades listed Froedtert Hospital as one of the top hospitals in Wisconsin in its list of top hospitals for cardiology in 23 states. To determine the rankings, hospitals were evaluated based on patient outcomes in the treatment of heart attack, heart failure and coronary interventional procedures.
Gee's Clippers hosts free CPR training
From CBS 58 — Froedtert & MCW health network partnered with the Milwaukee Fire Department EMS staff to host FREE Hands-Only CPR and early cardiac care for the community at Gee’s Clippers Barber and Beauty Salon last weekend.