Lumps in the neck are typically harmless, but sometimes can be cause for further investigation. Here’s what providers should know.
A painless lump on the side of the neck can have many causes, including benign conditions, infections or more serious diseases. Most commonly, swollen lymph nodes are the result of infection. Less commonly, it can […]
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New provider joins Norton Neuroscience Institute Memory Center team
Physician assistant Kendall M. Wasz, PA-C, has joined the memory care team at Norton Neuroscience Institute. Kendall holds Master of Science degree in physician assistant studies from the University of Kentucky, Lexington, and earned her […]
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World-renowned diabetes researcher joins Wendy Novak Diabetes Institute
An internationally known researcher is joining Wendy Novak Diabetes Institute, a part of Norton Healthcare and Norton Children’s, with the goal of curing Type 1 diabetes. Norton Healthcare and Norton Children’s announced plans to build a […]
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August 2024 Norton Medical Group New Providers
Christopher P. Alcorn, D.O. Endocrinology Bronwyn P. Boyd, D.O. Obstetrics and Gynecology Tina N. Bradley, M.D. Internal Medicine Phillip A. Cetina, D.O. Hospital Medicine Paul H. Gong, M.D. Neurology Peter N. Gottschalk, M.D. Emergency Medicine […]
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Pediatric sleep medicine specialist focuses on listening to kids
Patience is a trait Michael S. Orangias, M.D., finds important when he is treating children for sleep issues. “It’s important to be able to not only assess a patient, but also to listen carefully and […]
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July 2024 Norton Medical Group New Providers
Ahmad Alhammouri, M.D. Interventional Cardiology Jason Meier M.D., Ph.D. Medical Oncology / Hematology Craig M. Schutzman, M.D. Emergency Medicine Kimberly Staudt, M.D. Internal Medicine Valerie Patton, PA-C Hospital Medicine Branden A. Bledsoe, APRN Emergency Medicine […]
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Nonsurgical management of knee pain
Nonsurgical management can be effective for many patients with chronic knee pain. Physical therapy combined with oral analgesics can be used to treat typical causes of chronic knee pain in adults, including knee osteoarthritis, patellofemoral […]
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Nonsurgical or minimally-invasive chronic joint pain treatment options
When it comes to chronic joint pain treatment, there are several nonsurgical or minimally invasive options to discuss with patients before recommending open surgery or joint replacement. “Nonsurgical methods can still be very effective with […]
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Norton Research Institute unveils state-of-the-art research laboratory
Norton Research Institute will expand research efforts with the unveiling of the new Norton Research Institute Clinical & Translational Research Laboratory. The 7,200-square-foot facility, located inside Norton Healthcare Pavilion in downtown Louisville, will afford ample space […]
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Treating persistent atrial fibrillation is crucial to restore heart function and prevent stroke
Atrial fibrillation (A-fib) is the most common arrhythmia in adults — more than 8 million Americans have some classification of A-fib. Of those, researchers estimate about 70% have either persistent A-fib or long-standing persistent A-fib. […]
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Now recruiting patients for minimally invasive heart failure treatment
Heart failure centers are accepting patients for a clinical trial of a minimally invasive therapy for heart patients with reduced ejection fraction. Norton Heart & Vascular Institute is the only site in Kentucky or Indiana [...]
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Joshua K. Wu, D.O., nonsurgical orthopedic sports medicine physician, is part of the Norton Sports Health team
Joshua K. Wu, D.O., is a nonsurgical orthopedic sports medicine physician with Norton Orthopedic Institute. Dr. Wu earned his medical degree from Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine-Carolinas Campus, Spartanburg, South Carolina. He completed his family […]
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