Wisconsin hospitals prepare for 2024 Republican National Convention
From Spectrum News — Jason Liu, MD, emergency medicine physician, and Lisa Hass-Peters, RN, emergency preparedness coordinator, talked about how Froedtert Hospital and its adult Level I Trauma Center are starting to prepare for the 2024 Republican National Convention. This story also appeared on TMJ4.
Sixteenth Street’s South Side Clinic Gets $4.7 Million Boost
From Milwaukee Magazine — Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers announced expansion plans for its South Side clinic and organizational headquarters, which is being supported in part by a major gift from Froedtert Health. The opening of the space, which will include a new pharmacy and expanded mental health services, is planned for fall 2024. This story also appeared in these news outlets.
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Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers Breaks Ground on Clinic Expansion
The top recommended hospitals in every state
From Becker's Hospital Review — Froedtert Hospital was included on a list of the hospitals patients are most likely to recommend in every state using Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems data from CMS.
Milwaukee woman competes in PTO pro triathlon as wildcard
From Spectrum News 1 — Anne Marie Strehlow, Froedtert & MCW physical therapist, participated in the Professional Triathletes Organisation U.S. Open that was held in Milwaukee. She talked about balancing her strict training schedule with her work.
Construction starts on first phase of Froedtert Hospital campus revamp
From the Milwaukee Business Journal — A new parking structure west of Froedtert Hospital represents the first in a series of projects paving the way for a future expansion of southeast Wisconsin’s busiest hospital.
Best workplaces for disability inclusion: 15 health systems
From Becker’s Hospital Review — Froedtert & MCW health network was one of the top U.S. workplaces for disability inclusion by the 2023 Disability Equality Index, a joint initiative with the American Association of People with Disabilities.
Record-breaking 53 Emergency Departments Receive ENA Lantern Award
From Yahoo! News — The Froedtert Hospital Emergency Department was one of 53 hospitals across the U.S. receiving the Emergency Nurses Association Lantern Award. The ENA Lantern Award recognizes emergency departments that demonstrate exceptional and innovative leadership, practice, education, advocacy and research performance.
Medical professionals weigh in on effects of poor air quality
From the Waukesha Freeman — The poor air quality in southeastern Wisconsin due to Canadian wildfires has caused an increase in visits to area emergency rooms for respiratory issues. Jonathan Rubin, MD, emergency medicine physician at Froedtert Hospital, noted that the most at risk are people with underlying conditions and urged everyone to stay indoors.
Milwaukee air quality, some zoo animals moved indoors
From Fox6 — Jonathan Rubin, MD, emergency medicine physician at Froedtert Hospital, talked about how humans are experiencing the same issues as the animals noting that even healthy people should avoid strenuous exercise out doors. The most at risk include the young, old and those with underlying lung and heart issues.
Air quality improving, advisory remains in effect
From CBS58 — Ben Weston, MD, MPH, emergency medicine physician, adult Level I Trauma Center at Froedtert Hospital, talked about the air quality, symptoms, safety and long-term effects.
Can I walk my dog? Does AC really help? Is my mom OK? A host of tips for dealing with our bad air.
From the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel — The wildfire smoke blanketing the Milwaukee area has hit such high levels that the air outside is unhealthy for anyone to breathe. Ben Weston, MD, MPH, emergency medicine physician, adult Level I Trauma Center at Froedtert Hospital, was one of three doctors providing tips on how to stay safe.
Milwaukee County sees spike in 911 calls after wildfire smoke
From WISN12 — Milwaukee County officials are reporting a huge increase in 911 calls for respiratory issues. Ben Weston, MD, MPH, emergency medicine physician, adult Level I Trauma Center at Froedtert Hospital, explained who required emergency care and who is most at risk.
Froedtert & MCW health network opens Forest Home Health Center
The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin health network opened the Forest Home Health Center, which will also house the new South Side Family Medicine Residency Program. Located at 1316 W. Forest Home Avenue, Suite A, Milwaukee, the center provides primary care for all ages and needs, including kids and older adults, and will improve access to preventive care so health problems may be detected at early stages when they may be easier to treat. The health center provides prenatal care, care after childbirth and care of newborns after hospital discharge. Behavioral health services are also available.
Clinical trial in Wisconsin looks to trick brain cancer cells, slow tumor growth
From Spectrum News 1 Wisconsin — Researchers at the Froedtert & MCW Clinical Cancer Center are using a chemical element to trick brain cancer cells and slow tumor growth, offering new hope to patients with glioblastoma — a rare form of brain cancer.
Froedtert Health CEO Cathy Jacobson to be honored as BizTimes Media’s Woman Executive of the Year
From BizTimes — Catherine Jacobson, CEO of Froedtert Health, will be honored as BizTimes Media’s 13th Woman Executive of the Year award winner at the Women in Business Symposium on Aug. 23. As president and CEO of Froedtert Health, Jacobson leads one of the state’s largest private employers, with more than 13,000 employees.
Retired Milwaukee County deputy finds new life after heart transplant
From TMJ4 — Keith Thrower spent more than three years on a heart pump while waiting for a transplant. After receiving a heart transplant at Froedtert Hospital, he's met his donor's family and is eternally grateful for the gift of life he received.
Deer District Market Series highlights diverse entrepreneurship
From Shepherd Express — The Deer District Market Series, a collaborative effort presented by the Froedtert & MCW health network and supported by Deer District BID 53, kicked off its first event this past weekend with the MKE Black Summer Market. The initiative aims to showcase and promote local businesses and vendors in the vibrant Deer District.
Fit in the Park
From WCUB — From the WCUB Breakfast Club, Froedtert Holy Family Memorial Hospital, Healthiest Manitowoc County and the City of Manitowoc Parks and Recreation, will offer free exercise programs this summer.
South Milwaukee man learns to walk again after getting hit by drunk driver
From TMJ4 — John Neilson, MD, orthopaedic surgeon, talks about a new option and procedure for amputees that is available from the Froedtert & MCW health network. The new prosthetics helped a man who lost both of his legs after he was hit by a drunk driver.
ASHP Accelerator Program Fast-Tracks Pharmacy-Led Pharmacogenomics Services
From ASHP — Pharmacists at Froedtert & MCW health network participated in a 12-month pilot launched by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists to study how a person's genes affect how he or she responds to medications.