July 22, 2015
Before your young athletes hit the soccer or football fields to practice for their upcoming fall season, you need to talk with them about concussions. Concussions are a brain injury and can cause long-term damage. While more people are paying attention to head injuries – such as former University of Wisconsin star Chris Borman’s retirement from the NFL at age 24 because of concerns about head injuries – not everyone still understands just how serious they can be.
July 21, 2015
ThedaCare is once again among the nation’s best when it comes to using technology. “Hospitals & Health Networks” magazine recognized the Appleton-based organization for the 14th year in a row as one of the country’s “Most Wired” hospitals and health systems.
July 20, 2015
Jennifer Frank, MD, is the new senior medical director for ThedaCare Physicians. She replaces Mark Hallet, MD, who was recently named chief operating officer for Appleton Medical Center and Theda Clark Medical Center in Neenah.
July 16, 2015
A pregnancy is filled with many questions and emotions. All those could get heightened if it becomes a high-risk pregnancy, which affects the health of mother and baby. Zachary Baeseman, MD, a family doctor at ThedaCare Physicians-Waupaca, hopes to help put any fears and worries to rest and help mother-to-be achieve a healthy delivery.
John Hedtke of Bear Creek said he has his life back, thanks to two bilateral shoulder replacement surgeries. “I feel great,” said Hedtke, 67. “I can cut wood. Anything I want to do I can do.”
July 15, 2015
ThedaCare hospital visitors, employees and patients can now eat locally grown fresh produce as part of the health system’s participation in the Northeast WI Food Hub.
July 14, 2015
I have been writing articles for the paper now for about two years. I have tried to provide accurate information about health related topics without bias toward the hospital and health care system where I work. However, since I was a recent patient at Berlin Hospital, I would like to share about my experience and the wonderful care I received.
It is common for a child to bite others at some point during their early years. Our family has recently experienced this issue with our toddler. I have found that young children may bite for a variety of reasons. Here are some suggestions for things to try at home.
ThedaCare has named Jim Matheson new senior vice president of strategic planning and marketing. Matheson, previously vice president of marketing, replaces Jeff Hunter, who retired after 24 years with ThedaCare.
July 10, 2015
First of all, your son or daughter is now considered an adult, and should take responsibility for his or her own health. Therefore, you should review the health history, including the family history. Make sure your child takes a copy of their immunizations and medications to school for reference. Instruct them on using an insurance card, and how to determine coverage.
July 7, 2015
Ticks are out so outdoor lovers need to keep a watchful eye. In the United States, some ticks carry pathogens that can cause human disease.
Summer is the ideal time to be outside – the days are extra long and there’s plenty of sun. For…
July 1, 2015
This week visitors at Riverside Medical Center – soon to be renamed ThedaCare Medical Center-Waupaca – and ThedaCare Physicians-Waupaca will enjoy new colorful message boards that highlight stories from patients, providers and the community. Nearly two dozen boards, located in waiting rooms, hallways and gathering spaces such as the cafeteria, contain real life pictures of real people telling real stories.
For media inquiries, please call Cassandra Wallace, Public and Media Relations Consultant at 920.442.0328 or the ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Neenah switchboard at 920.729.3100 and ask for the marketing person on call.
