Six Norton Healthcare employees have been recognized for their compassionate service in health care at the fourth annual “Commitment to Compassion” awards banquet sponsored by the Partnership for a Compassionate Louisville. The awards luncheon held Wednesday, Feb. 27, at the Muhammad Ali Center, recognized 11 health care professionals, including these members of the Norton Healthcare…
When Laila S. Agrawal, M.D., was a child, her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. She underwent surgery and chemotherapy, and became a cancer survivor. “I saw what she went through, and it really influenced me. I was drawn to medicine and from the beginning knew I would go into oncology,” said Dr. Agrawal, a…
Adam D. Lye, M.D., is a proud Kentuckian. The medical oncologist/hematologist grew up in Covington and attended medical school at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine in Lexington. For fun, Dr. Lye and his family like to go for hikes around the commonwealth. He also follows Kentucky country musicians Chris Stapleton, Sturgill Simpson and…
As an oncology-certified nurse, Gina Morrison, R.N., has learned there are two sides to cancer care — the side fighting cancer cells in the body and the side taking care of a person’s heart and spirit. Cancer patients can get lost navigating the path between the two. That’s where Gina comes in. After three years…
Madeline Clem, a former member of Norton Healthcare’s Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program and a Norton Scholar, knew she wanted to get into the medical field but didn’t know she wanted to be a nurse until she gave birth. Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program The Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program provides an opportunity to learn and work directly…
As a neurosurgeon, Abigail Rao, M.D., has performed many lifesaving surgeries to remove brain tumors and blood clots. As one of Norton Neuroscience Institute’s newest neurosurgeons, her practice now focuses on brain surgeries meant to be life-changing, rather than lifesaving. Using a method called deep brain stimulation (DBS), Dr. Rao places tiny electrodes inside the…
If Ironman athletes were really made of iron, sports medicine specialists wouldn’t be needed. The athletes who will swim 2.4 miles in the Ohio River, bike 112 miles through the rolling hills of Oldham and Henry counties, and run 26.2 miles through the streets of downtown in Ironman Louisville on Oct. 14 need top-notch medical…
Stephen B. Self, M.D., says his interest in becoming a surgeon began when he was still in grade school — watching television. Dr. Self was a big fan of the1970s drama “Medical Center,” with actor Chad Everett playing the charismatic Dr. Joe Gannon. “Chad Everett was Mr. Cool. He played a surgeon,” Dr. Self said….
As medical director of Norton Heart & Vascular Institute’s Advanced Heart Failure Program, Kelly C. McCants, M.D., says his mission is to serve patients facing difficult health challenges. “I think that’s the greatest gift — to serve. That’s what I try to do,” Dr. McCants said. “I’m at the end of the line. When the…
James P. Donovan, M.D., is a cardiologist with Norton Heart Specialists. Tell me about the first memory, academic or otherwise, that comes to mind when you think about medical school. Growing up, I had always been on summer vacation on my birthday, which is in August. But medical school started early, so I was in…
Colleen French, supervisor, Guest Services, Norton Hospital, is so passionate about helping her staff grow that she begins discussing opportunities while interviewing candidates. “What is your dream job?” she asks, and then talks about the process for helping them achieve it. Nearly all of her nine staff members have taken advantage of at least one…
Putting your skills to work for a greater cause is a trait many in the medical field possess, and Renate “Roni” Evans, R.N., is no exception. She is part of a team at her church that provides medical services and ministry to many in our community. Roni, a nurse at Norton Women’s & Children’s Hospital,…