November 25, 2014
What Can Be Done for my Heartburn
Anyone who’s suffered from heartburn knows how difficult it can be to deal with. See how you can relieve heartburn and review the latest treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease.
News & Events
November 21, 2014
New Surgery Stops Acid Reflux In Its Tracks
During acid reflux – which is known medically as gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD – acid or bile from the stomach leaks back into the esophagus, causing it become irritated and leading to heartburn and regurgitation. Left unchecked, GERD can cause serious damage to the esophagus.
CHN Makes an Investment in Your Health
Community Health Network made a donation to help the Princeton Tennis Association meet its fund raising goal. John Feeney, CEO of CHN, presents the check to Dennis Galatowitsch and Kristin Galatowitsch of the Princeton Tennis Association. CHN is proud to invest in healthy lifestyles and activities for young and old within the communities they serve.
Lets Reduce Our Trauma Injuries Dont Drink and Drive
Our mission is to not only to repair injuries and save lives but to improve our community by working to change the tacit acceptance of alcohol-related trauma. Alcohol is shown to be a contributing factor in nearly 47% of the motor vehicle crashes of patient we treated from Jan. 1 to Nov. 10 of this year.
Its Important to Have a Primary Care Provider
Zachary Baeseman, MD, MPH, is a family practice physician at ThedaCare Physicians-Waupaca, and he feels strongly about the benefits of getting to know his patients over the long term. As a primary care provider, or PCP, “I can live your history with you. I get to know about your family and your situation at home, even the typical triggers that can cause a serious illness for you or land you in the hospital.”
Two ThedaCare Facilities Awarded
A ThedaCare rural hospital and a major service line received national honors for patient experience. ThedaCare Medical Center-New London has been named a 2014 Commitment to Excellence Award winner by Press Ganey Associates, Inc. The Commitment to Excellence Award recognizes health care organizations that achieved continuous improvement in Patient Experience in HCAHPS (a measure of patient satisfaction)/Inpatient Care. ThedaCare Orthopedic Care was also given a Success Story Award.
ThedaCares New Brand Identity Debuts in New London
Last year, ThedaCare™, announced the name change of New London Family Medical Center to ThedaCare Medical Center-New London. On Thursday, ThedaCare announced it will introduce its new system-wide brand identity next week in New London, further aligning the hospital and clinic with other ThedaCare facilities, helping patients better understand who ThedaCare is.
November 20, 2014
When is it Okay for Your Children to Stay Home Sick
For the most part, during the school year, our children should be at school. The more time missed from school, the harder it will be for them to keep up with learning. There are times, however, when children should stay home from school. In general, these times fall into two categories.
Its Deer Season Do We Need to Worry About CWD
Deer hunting tends to bring families and friends together for socializing, story-telling, and the opportunity to spend some time in the woods. This tradition depends on a healthy deer population. Chronic wasting disease or CWD is a threat to the deer herd. This year I haven’t heard much in the news about chronic wasting disease. It is still around and seems to be spreading slowly in certain areas. From a health perspective, do we need to be concerned?
ThedaCare Adopts New Brand Identity
ThedaCare™, northeastern Wisconsin’s largest healthcare system and the first in the state to be part of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, today introduced a new brand identity that more closely ties its seven hospitals, physician clinics and specialty practices together while emphasizing its commitment to providing patient-centered care as a community healthcare partner.
Program Addresses Ongoing Neck Arm Pain
People plagued by recurring neck and arm pain can learn about various cervical spine disorders, as well as nonsurgical and surgical care options at a free educational class offered by ThedaCare, in partnership with NeuroSpine Center of Wisconsin.
November 17, 2014
Building a Culture of Health
In the ongoing quest to manage healthcare costs, area employers are focused on developing healthier workforces. It’s a movement ThedaCare fully supports.
November 13, 2014
Can You Hear Me Now
Having trouble hearing in certain listening situations? Not sure if it’s normal or time to enlist some hearing help? Join us for a free seminar that includes dinner and covers the basics of hearing loss along with a variety of hearing aid options available today.
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