For a healthier diet, the Daniel Plan urges you to forget counting calories and instead look to improve the quality of the food you eat. That means less math and more enjoyable food at meal time. This recipe adds a nutty twist on a classic chicken wrap, giving you extra protein and flavor. Make this…
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…
Loss is hard. When we lose someone or something important to us, we may feel our lives have become out of balance. What is comfortable to us has changed. We experience sadness or anger, longing or anxiety, guilt or helplessness. When we are faced with the loss of someone or something important to us, we…
Emilia Sexton’s story is one of overcoming adversity. With a lot of hard work and help from Norton Sports Health, the former Male High School basketball player is now living her dream. “I’ve wanted to play basketball forever,” Emilia said. Emilia’s long-time dream was finally within reach her junior year of high school. She was…
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…
Bonnie Armstrong-Jones is a two-time cancer survivor. When she learned about Bike to Beat Cancer, she thought it was a way for her to give back to people who had helped save her life. Learn more about Bonnie’s journey to become a Bike to Beat Cancer rider.
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,…