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At St. Elizabeth Healthcare, we believe every patient is unique. And that’s why your surgery should be too. We personalize each procedure based on your specific needs, medical background and anatomy. This makes surgeries safer. Patients experience a faster recovery and better long-term results. What Is a Personalized Surgery Plan? A personalized surgery plan uses the newest technologies, including 3D imaging and robotic-assisted tools. We customize procedures to each patient’s needs. By understanding your medical history and examining your detailed imaging scans, our expert surgeons perform procedures with greater precision and less risk. “One of the most important aspects of…

A year ago, if you were to have asked Rebecca Bohn what she most appreciated in her life, her answer likely would have been different than it is today. Now, things some people consider insignificant are much higher on her list. “I’m just so thankful for the littlest things that are actually the biggest things,” says Rebecca. “Like being able to walk on my own, talk on my own and eat on my own. The very little things, like being able to brush my own hair and teeth, do things with my friends and family, or take my dogs for…

When it comes to your family’s medical history, having detailed information is invaluable. Carrie Anderson, MS, LGC, a Genetic Counselor at St. Elizabeth, explains that while many people know a relative had a “heart condition,” healthcare recommendations can vary widely depending on whether it was coronary artery disease, a heart valve disorder, an abnormal heart rhythm, or another condition. Gaining a clear understanding of your family’s heart disease history is a vital step in managing your own health risks. Gathering Family History Information The best way to learn about your family’s health history is to talk directly with your relatives.…

As a new parent, you want to do everything right for your baby — including helping them sleep safely. But with so many products online and trending on social media, it’s hard to know what’s truly safe. “Some products may look cozy or promise better sleep, but they may increase the risk of suffocation or sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS),” says Neonatal Intensive Care Educator Stefanie Clarke, BSN, CCRN. “Even popular or trendy items can be unsafe for sleep.” Let’s talk about what’s safe for your baby — and what’s not. What Safe Sleep Looks Like The American Academy of…

Larry began his cancer treatment in Cincinnati. But within a few weeks, he realized he needed a change. The long-time Anderson Township resident called the Yung Family Cancer Center at St. Elizabeth — Edgewood. He felt shocked when Dr. Doug Flora, MD, Executive Medical Director of Oncology Services at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, spent an hour talking to him. In this episode of Rounding with Patients, Larry shares why he decided to switch to St. Elizabeth, even though it was a 25-minute drive from home. Q: Why Did You Switch Your Cancer Care to St. Elizabeth? The first place I got care…

Holly Shares Why She Traveled from Anderson Township for Treatment Holly was diagnosed with colorectal cancer in January 2022, and it completely rocked her world. Anxious to begin treatment as quickly as possible, she met with a care team at a hospital in Cincinnati. The first step was to have surgery to remove as much of the cancer as possible. After the surgery, Holly met with the care team to discuss the next steps. That’s when she realized she didn’t feel comfortable continuing with them. So, she called a high school friend for advice. That friend happened to be Doug…

There are times when it’s good to be first and times when, perhaps, you’d rather not be. Deep in the throes of the COVID-19 pandemic, Dustin Clark experienced both as the first ECMO patient treated at St. Elizabeth Healthcare. ECMO — extracorporeal membrane oxygenation — is a technology that helped some of the nation’s sickest COVID-19 patients survive respiratory failure. It uses a machine to oxygenate blood, remove carbon dioxide outside the body and then return it with the aid of a pump. By taking over the lungs’ workload, it provides the lungs time to rest and heal. Similar treatment…

What is Bladder Pain Syndrome? Bladder pain syndrome, otherwise known as Interstitial Cystitis (IC), is a chronic pain condition that affects approximately 3-8 million individuals in the United States alone. It is more common in women, though the rates are increasing in men. The American Urologic Association (AUA) defines IC as an unpleasant sensation that appears to be related to the bladder that lasts more than six weeks, with no infection or other identifiable causes. IC is not the same as having a urinary tract infection (UTI), and it cannot be treated with antibiotics, though symptoms may mimic UTIs. Primary…

In most cases, heart failure is a progressive condition that prevents the body’s vital organs from getting the blood and oxygen they need. But advanced medical devices and better medical care are helping people with heart failure live longer and better. At age 67, Michael Long has outlived most males on his father’s side of the family. Heart disease has taken too many relatives far too soon. Unfortunately, Michael has it, as well. While he hasn’t escaped the roots of his family tree, he is working to free himself from them. The St. Elizabeth Healthcare Advanced Heart Failure Management Center…

When you hear “you have cancer,” your world comes crashing down. It’s easy to feel like you’re all alone. But at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, you’ll have a group of experts at your side to lift you up and help you fight. Multidisciplinary cancer care is a fancy phrase that describes our team approach to helping people with cancer. It means we bring together multiple specialists who focus on you and your needs. “Our entire team — nurses, oncologists, specialists and support staff — works together with a shared commitment to provide outstanding care,” says Douglas Flora, MD, Executive Medical Director…