All in the Family: Living Kidney Donation: A mother received a generous gift from her daughter - the kidney she required for a transplant operation. An Alternate Treatment for Eye Cancer: Daniel Albert, MD, and Suresh Chandra, MD, found radiation treatment is just as effective as eye removal for treatment of eye cancer. A Life-Changing Experience: Tiffany Essner says that she's living life more fully rather than being a "spectator on the sidelines" since gastric bypass surgery. American Family Children's Hospital Community Open House: The July 29, 2007 open house featured musical performances, games, face painting and a tour of the sparkling new facility. American Family Children's Hospital Opens New Pediatric Surgical Pavilion: With six operating rooms, two procedures rooms and 30 pre-surgery beds, the American Family Children's Hospital Surgical Pavilion is a state-of-the-art facility with the latest in operating room design and technology.
Artificial Disc Returns Triathlete to Training: Two car accidents occurring within a six-week time span sidelined triathlete Stacey Brickson. UW Health spine surgeon Thomas Zdeblick, MD, used a stainless steel artificial disc to alleviate the pain that had dramatically curtailed her training regimen. Bret Bielema Supports Dottie the Dot and Organ Donation: University of Wisconsin football coach and organ donation advocate Bret Bielema and Bucky Badger join Dottie the Dot in saying, "Come on, Wisconsin! Get that orange organ donor dot on your driver's license to show you're a donor." Cameron's Story: At age 10 months, doctors in Rockford, Ill., found a tumor and removed Cameron's kidney. When the cancer came back a year later, UW Children’s Hospital surgeons removed his only remaining kidney.
Careers in Health Information Management: Health Information Management employees are essential to maintaining accurate medical records for hospital and clinic patients, and must ensure records are kept according to medical, legal and ethical standards. Careers in Phlebotomy: UW Health phlebotomist Rena Rae says she appreciates the frequent patient contact and the variety her job affords her. Diagnosing Pediatric Migraine: Pediatric neurologist Carl Stafstrom developed a simple tool to aid in the diagnosis of migraines. He asks his young patients to draw what their migraine headaches feel like. Diana's Story: When 62-year-old Diana was rushed to UW Hospital with unusual upper back pain and other symptoms, within minutes she was having a stent inserted to reopen a completely blocked coronary artery. Dr. Michael Fiore Talks About Quitting: Dr. Michael Fiore, professor of medicine at the University of Wisconsin, founded and has served as director of the University of Wisconsin Center for Tobacco Research and Intervention (UW-CTRI) since it was established in 1992. Early Detection for Heart Disease: UW Health heart and vascular disease specialists are recommending a 45-minute test that predicts a patient's risk for future heart attack or stroke.
Gastric Pacemaker Helps Patient with Gastroparesis: During the height of her gastroparesis, a condition that affects the ability of the stomach to empty its contents, Carol Swain ate no solid food for 12 days. A UW Health surgeon implanted a gastric pacemaker to help her regain her health. Green Bay Packer Nick Barnett on Organ Donation: The Packer linebacker has worked hard to achieve his success, but Nick Barnett says there is a way everyone can leave their mark - by affixing an orange organ donor dot on their driver's license. Hip Resurfacing Restores Active Lifestyle: Ignacio Retana wasn't ready to give up playing and coaching soccer, but chronic hip pain was threatening his active lifestyle. He chose to undergo a hip resurfacing procedure, which allowed him to return him to the soccer pitches. In Their Own Voices: Seven UW Children's Hospital patients can attest to the importance of a world-class pediatric care facility. John's Story: He thought it was just a sore throat. When antibiotics didn't help, a biopsy by his Fort Atkinson ENT physician revealed tonsil cancer. The doctor referred 46-year-old John to UW Health for treatment. Kids With Courage IV: Kids With Courage IV is a celebration of childhood cancer patients. The event is held every 5 years and features honorary guest Cindy Crawford. In her own words, Cindy shares what Kids With Courage and the Children's Hospital has meant to her. Large Ball Hip Replacement: Brent Baker's hip replacement surgery allowed him to keep his job at one of the largest shoe stores in the Midwest. Liver Transplant at UW Health: Liver transplant at University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics has waiting list time averages significantly better than national averages.
Making a Difference: Nurses Week 2008: eamwork. Communication. Challenge. Professional development. These are some of the words nurses use to describe their work at UW Health. Learn more about our nurses as UW Health casts a Spotlight on Nursing during Nurses Week 2008. Managing Headache in Primary Care: UW Health Pain Management director Nathan Rudin, MD, discusses the most effective way of diagnosing and treating headaches in primary care practices. Med Flight Memorial Unveiled at UW Hospital: A memorial dedicated to Med Flight crew members Dr. Darren Bean, flight nurse Mark Coyne and pilot Steve Lipperer was unveiled on May 8, 2009 in the main atrium of UW Hospital and Clinics. Operation Red Dragon Disaster Drill at UW Hospital: UW Hospital hosted the Madison portion of Operation Red Dragon, a mass casualty field-training exercise that marks the first time that the Chemical Brigade from Greenville, South Carolina, has drilled with civilian response units and with an urban hospital network. Organ Donation: A Gift of Life: WFRV-TV news anchor Erin Davisson, who received a liver transplant at UW Hospital 17 years ago, narrates this UW Hospital and Clinics Organ Procurement Organization video, which features the stories of donor families and transplant recipients. Organ Recipient Meets Donor Family for First Time: Jay Deppe, who underwent a pancreas transplant five years ago at UW Hospital and Clinics, recently met the family of Kevin Folden, the man who donated the organ Jay received. Pediatric Fitness Clinic Helps Kids Enjoy Exercise: The Pediatric Fitness Clinic brings kids together in a group setting and lets them exercise in the ways they find most enjoyable. Radical Trachelectomy Preserves Possibility of Pregnancy: David Kushner, MD, of the UW Paul P. Carbone Cancer Center, performs a procedure called radical trachelectomy to address cervical cancer. The procedure is similar to a radical hysterectomy except the uterus is left intact, allowing for the possibility of pregnancy for the patient. Rare Surgery Helps Young Girl: Born with a 40-degree curvature in her spine, Kate Rueckert underwent a VEPTR procedure at UW Children's Hospital during which surgeons implanted an expandable metal rod that's curved to fit the back of her chest and spine. Restoring Hope Transplant House: Restoring Hope Transplant House is a caring environment that offers high-quality, affordable accommodations for patients and their adult family members/caregivers. Robotic Prostatectomy for Prostate Surgery: Jim Vergeront tackled his diagnosis of prostate cancer by choosing robotic prostatectomy to remove the cancer completely and return to his active lifestyle. Robotic Surgery for Atrial Fibrillation: Don Scupien was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat) and came to UW Hospital to to correct the problem. Robotic-assisted Cardiac Bypass Surgery Offers Faster Recovery: The quick recovery times made possible by robot-assisted cardiac surgery at UW Hospital and Clinics allowed Ron Tourdot to get back to work less than two weeks after his coronary bypass operation. Rush Immunotherapy Speeds Allergy Treatment: A clinical trial at UW Medical School is investigating whether an entire anti-allergy regimen can be delivered in one day. Saying Thank You: The opening of the American Family Children's Hospital was punctuated by young patients talking about what this new facility means to them and how they would like to thank donors and hospital staff for their efforts. Spinal Cord Injury Peer Mentor Group: At the age of 21 Jeremy Amble suffered a spinal cord injury that left him confined to a wheelchair. Thirteen and one-half years later he's helping others who have suffered similar fates. Sural Nerve Grafting to Address Prostate Cancer: Jeff Taylor was just 41 years old when he was diagnosed with prostate cancer. He came to UW Hospital and Clinics for surgery to remove the cancer. Taking Control of Your Headache: How can patients ensure they get the best headache care possible? UW Health Pain Management director Nathan Rudin, MD, explains. The Gift of Life, On Demand: Erin Davisson: WFRV news anchor Erin Davisson, liver transplant recipient, talks about the importance of organ donation. The Gift of Life, On Demand: Got Your Dot?: If not, get your dot, and tell your family and friends about your intentions. The Gift of Life, On Demand: I Save Lives: And so can you, by annoucing your intention to share the gift of life through organ donation. The Gift of Life, On Demand: Learn The Facts: By understanding the facts about donation, you can prepare your family about your intent to share the gift of life. The Gift of Life, On Demand: Sara Parpart: Sara Parpart's life was jeopardized by a degenerative bone condition. An organ donor's tissue saved her. The No Finer Gift Campaign: Why Should I Give?: The American Family Children's Hospital provides family-centric care and creating an enviroment where children and patients feel at home. The Ponseti Approach for Club Foot: The Ponseti approach provides a non-surgical alternative treatment for young children who are born with club foot. TMR an Alternative to Bypass Surgery: Transmyocardial laser revascularization offers an alternative treatment option when patients have arteries that cannot be stented or bypassed. Topical Honey to Treat Diabetic Ulcers: Dr. Jennifer Eddy of UW Health Family Medicine Eau Claire is running a clinical trial that investigates whether honey can help in the treatment of diabetic ulcers. UW Health Heart and Vascular Care: Our Heart and Vascular Care program is a national leader in leading edge research, emergency heart attack care and heart disease prevention. UW Health Heart Transplant: A Heart-stopping Drama With a Happy Ending: Having survived heart transplant and heart valve operations, respectively, Patti and David let UW Health tag along as they get ready to celebrate their newfound health with a big night on the town. UW Hospital and Clinics Earns Magnet Recognition: University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics earned Magnet Recognition® status, considered to be among the highest honors that can be bestowed upon a healthcare organization. UW Health Pain Treatment and Research Center: Our Pain Treatment and Research Center helps people reduce chronic pain and improve their quality-of-life. UW Health Sports Medicine Performance Spectrum: The UW Health Sports Medicine Center offers Performance Spectrum, a group rehabilitation program for athletes with lower extremity injuries. UW Health Transplant Department Overview: Director Hans Sollinger, MD, and other members of the department discuss UW Health's national prominence in the care of transplant patients. Your Transplant Evaluation Day at UW Health: UW Health transplant program director Hans Sollenger, MD, walks potential patients through the questions they should ask when considering transplant surgery. Wisconsin Institutes for Medical Research (WIMR) East Tower Opens: The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health took a big step toward its goal of uniting the twin siblings of research and patient care by opening the East Tower of the Wisconsin Institutes for Medical Research (WIMR).