Colorectal surgery can be life-changing for patients dealing with chronic digestive issues, pain or cancer. At St. Elizabeth, colorectal surgeons treat a wide range of conditions, including diverticulitis, colon cancer, hemorrhoids and anal fissures. Many of these procedures are elective, meaning they can be scheduled in advance and tailored to each patient’s needs. Starting with a Conversation Elective surgery doesn’t …

Vestibular Physical Therapy St. Elizabeth Healthcare offers a unique treatment option to patients experiencing dizziness, vertigo or balance disorders: vestibular physical therapy. Scott Schowalter, a Physical Therapist at St. Elizabeth, has been treating patients with vestibular therapy since 2003. He has completed more than a dozen specialized courses and earned his certificate of competency in vestibular therapy from a high-level …

In September, St. Elizabeth Healthcare hosted the Endoscopic Cardiac Surgeons (ECS) Club annual meeting at our Training and Education Center (SETEC) in Northern Kentucky — marking the first time this prestigious event has been held in the United States. Three Days of Ingenuity, Connection and Collaboration More than 200 surgeons and medical professionals from 42 countries gathered to share knowledge, …

Every woman’s health journey is unique, but there’s one thing we all share — a need to prioritize preventive care. If you feel too busy and keep pushing your health to the back burner, now is the time to make it a priority. Taking charge of your health starts with staying on top of recommended screenings. These can help catch potential …

Liver surgeries have typically relied on an open or a minimally invasive laparoscopic approach. Robotic-assisted surgery is a new method that shows great promise. In robotic liver surgery, surgeons incorporate robotic technology for added dexterity and to enhance precision during complex procedures. Recent studies suggest robotic liver surgery improves patient health outcomes. “We know robotic-assisted surgery can lead to less …

Every patient’s cancer is unique. That means your cancer treatment should be, too. At St. Elizabeth Healthcare, we’re committed to delivering the personalized care you need.  To provide the most accurate risk assessment to developing cancer and the most effective treatments with the fewest side effects if you develop cancer, we rely on precision medicine to create your care plan. …

St. Elizabeth Healthcare has reached a new milestone in cardiac surgery with the adoption of state-of-the-art 3D 4K endoscopic technology, ensuring the care you receive remains at the forefront of surgical innovation in the United States. The new system was successfully used in June by the cardiac surgery team. It allows surgeons to perform complex heart procedures through small incisions …

As temperatures rise, maintaining proper levels of hydration should be on everyone’s minds. The symptoms and repercussions of extreme dehydration can be severe. Parents and coaches should monitor players for signs of possible dehydration. These symptoms may include:  Fatigue Dizziness Headache Muscle cramps Thirst Dark colored urine Dry mouth In extreme cases, students may show signs of confusion, heavy breathing …

It’s 7 a.m., and you have a choice to make. Your child still has a cough. They vomited yesterday. And their forehead feels a little warm. You’re pretty sure they should stay home. Or should they? After all, school attendance matters. Make-up work can be brutal. And you have so much to do today… At St. Elizabeth Healthcare, we’re here …

Few people give their gallbladder — a small, pear-shaped organ beneath the liver that stores bile for digestion — a second thought when it works properly. But if gallstones or other gallbladder-related problems arise, the resulting abdominal pain can severely disrupt day-to-day life. When that occurs, removing the gallbladder laparoscopically may provide the simplest, fastest symptom resolution. Conditions That Require …