Archive
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 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.
Beyond Expectations: The Sophia Doebbert Story: Stricken with spinal muscular atrophy, doctors told Sophia Doebbert's parents she likely wouldn't live to see her third year. American Family Children's Hospital's Mary Schroth, MD, subscribed to a more optimistic prognosis.
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.
Caps for the Cure: Inspired by former American Family Children's Hospital patient Kristina Schultz and continued by Kristina's younger sister, Caps for the Cure is a fundraising campaign that gives students permission to wear hats to school by donating to American Family Children's Hospital.
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.
Chaplain Tom Winslow's New Chance at Life: After returning from Ground Zero after the 9/11 attacks, Chaplain Tom Winslow developed a series of lung problems that led to organ failure. He turned to UW Hospital's transplant program for a new chance at life.
Day in the Life of an Oncology Nurse: Beth Kingston, RN, is one of the many caring nurses at the UW Carbone Cancer Center. According to Kingston, patients and nurses can develop strong bonds after they experience a health crisis together.
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.
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.
Giving Back: Former Cancer Patient Now Works at UW Hospital: Brittany Mabis was in eighth grade when she was diagnosed with bone cancer. The tumor was the size of a grapefruit and doctors told her she may have to have her leg amputated and would likely never walk. Today she walks without assistance and works in UW Hospital's neurosciences unit because she says, "I had such great care when I was here and wanted to give back a little bit."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tips for Buying Safe Toys: Just because a store sells a toy, doesn't mean it is safe for kids. American Family Children's Hospital Safe Kids Coordinator Nicole Vesely offers tips to help parents make sure their child's toys are safe.
