Norton Clark Hospital was recently recognized by the Indiana Hospital Association (IHA), in partnership with Indiana Health Commissioner Lindsay Weaver, M.D., FACEP, for its commitment to infant and maternal health at the fifth annual INspire Hospital of Distinction recognition program. INspire, funded by the Indiana Department of Health’s Safety PIN grant program, was developed to…
Hip replacement surgery is a common treatment when hip pain or damage affects daily life and when nonsurgical options are no longer enough. During this procedure, a surgeon removes the damaged parts of the joint and implants either part of a new joint (partial hip replacement) or an entire new hip joint (total hip replacement)….
While the basic goal of knee replacement surgery hasn’t changed in 50 years — reducing pain and helping you move better — new technology is making the procedure more precise and personalized than ever, according to Cyna Khalily, M.D., medical director of orthopedic surgery and adult reconstructive surgery at Norton Orthopedic Institute. New knee replacement…
Reviewed by Maria R. Schweichler, M.D., Bassel Alkhalil, M.D., and Maroun M. Ghossein M.D. Cassandra and Carlton Moore prepared to welcome their third child in late August. This was another milestone in their love story that started when the two first met at Noe Middle School in Louisville. They have been together for nearly 30 years. Having had…
Norton Healthcare continues to fulfill its promise to expand access to health care with the opening of a new $2.2 million location in Valley Station in southwestern Louisville. The offices feature roughly 6,000 square feet of space and 14 exam rooms split among Norton Community Medical Associates primary care, a Norton Immediate Care Center and,…
Absorbing the grandeur of the Grand Canyon remains a bucket-list item for Terrie Slack. She wants to experience the canyon’s enormous beauty and complete a hike, even if it’s an adventure on which she chooses “an easy trail.” To appreciate her aspirations, you have to appreciate her incredible health journey, one that began suddenly with…
If you’ve been living with joint pain due to arthritis, you may be wondering if you need hip replacement surgery. When considering joint replacement surgery, there are a few ways you can determine if you’re ready to discuss it with your orthopedic provider. Kevin J. Himschoot, M.D., orthopedic surgeon with Norton Orthopedic Institute, suggests thinking…
If you’ve been having trouble getting around on arthritic knees, you may be wondering if you need knee replacement surgery. When considering joint replacement surgery, there are a few ways you can determine whether you’re ready to discuss it with your orthopedic provider. Kevin J. Himschoot, M.D., orthopedic surgeon with Norton Orthopedic Institute, suggests thinking…
Diabetes is a condition that affects around 37 million Americans. This disease affects how your body uses glucose (sugar). High blood sugar can cause other health conditions over time, including nerve and eye damage, heart disease and kidney disease. In Type 1 diabetes and Type 2 diabetes, the diagnosis is made after confirming blood sugar…
Influenza, or the flu, is a common respiratory infection caused by a virus that infects the nose, throat and lungs. Most people can clear the flu on their own. Sometimes there are complications of the flu, such as pneumonia. Pneumonia is an infection in the air sacs of one or both lungs and can be…
Bronchitis is a common respiratory condition that can cause a cough that lingers for several weeks. As a result, you might wonder: Is bronchitis contagious? The answer depends on several factors. What causes bronchitis? Bronchitis occurs when the bronchial tubes, which are the tiny openings that carry air to and from your lungs, become inflamed….
Kendrick Thomas had found his niche at Bellarmine University — working toward a career that gave him the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of one of his greatest role models he had growing up. His mother served in the military for 22 years, and her service and passion for helping people inspired Kendrick to…