5 Things in Your Body That Heal Slower Than You Think (And How Totally Endoscopic Cardiac Surgery [TECS] Avoids One of Them) We often assume the human body is a rapid self-repair machine. Cut your finger, it heals in a week. Break a bone, it’s fixed in a couple of months. While our biology is miraculous, some tissues and components …

Find Strength in Every Story. Share Your Own. Becoming a mom is one of life’s most powerful journeys. It’s filled with moments of excitement, uncertainty and joy. Whether you’re learning about early signs of pregnancy, exploring pregnancy symptoms week-by-week, or preparing for delivery, you’ll find care that listens, supports and celebrates you — through every stage of pregnancy and beyond. At St. Elizabeth Healthcare, …

The holidays bring light, joy and togetherness. But for people facing cancer, this season can also bring stress, fatigue and mixed emotions. Balancing treatment schedules, social gatherings and physical changes can feel overwhelming. During this time, emotions can feel close to the surface — gratitude, worry, hope and exhaustion often blend together. Recognizing those feelings, rather than pushing them aside, …

When it comes to hernia repair, patients today have more options than ever before—thanks to advancements in robotic-assisted surgery. Dr. Audrey Ertel, a General Surgeon at St. Elizabeth is helping patients recover faster and feel better with this innovative approach. “A hernia occurs when an organ or tissue pushes through a weak spot in the muscle wall,” explains Dr. Ertel. “We …