Phase 1 clinical trials update
Clinical research, including clinical trials, is a crucial component to advancing the discovery of cancer therapeutics. Norton Cancer Institute contributes to this advancement through participation in numerous clinical trials every year. 4 phases of clinical [...]
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October 2024 Norton Children’s Medical Group New Providers
Kristen Belford, M.D. Pediatric Hospital Medicine James Franciosi, M.D., MSCE, FAAP Pediatric Gastroenterology Rose Hawkins, M.D. Pediatric Pulmonology Erica Mamauag, M.D. Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Lauren N. Swift, M.D. Pediatric Hospital Medicine Madeline L. Weber, M.D. Pediatric […]
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October 2024 Norton Medical Group new providers
Alissa J. Doll, M.D. Breast Surgery Emma R. Ganshirt, M.D. Emergency Medicine Brock E. Kabat, M.D. Hospital Medicine Justin Mathew, M.D. Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery Melinda Ruberg, M.D. Hospital Medicine Dessi K. Slavova, M.D. Family […]
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How to diagnose and manage penile anomalies
Congenital conditions of the penis can be identified in a wide range of age groups but most often are diagnosed in infants or children. These conditions affect male genitalia and typically involve abnormal foreskin formation [...]
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Treating the most common pediatric sports overuse injuries
As more children are participating in organized sports at younger ages, often specializing in a single sport with high levels of competition, overuse injuries have become increasingly common among young athletes. It is important for [...]
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New provider joins Norton Neuroscience Institute Hussung Family Multiple Sclerosis Center
David A. Robertson, M.D., neurologist and neuroimmunologist, has joined Norton Neuroscience Institute Hussung Family Multiple Sclerosis Center. Dr. Robertson is originally from McPherson, Kansas. He graduated from the University of Kansas School of Medicine in 2004 […]
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Thyroid labs for pediatric and adolescent patients
While pediatric and adolescent thyroid dysfunction can affect many bodily functions, there’s no need to run thyroid labs in all pediatric and adolescent patients, according to a pediatric and adult endocrinologist with Wendy Novak Diabetes [...]
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Sometimes global isn’t all that global – here are some trends we will see in our own backyards
Daniel B. Blatt, M.D., Norton Children’s Infectious Diseases, presented “Hot Topics in Global Health” at the 2024 “Just for Kids” symposium. The twenty-first century has seen a wave of severe infectious disease outbreaks, including the […]
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Norton Neuroscience Institute to acquire groundbreaking focused ultrasound technology
Norton Neuroscience Institute will be the first and only facility in Kentucky to offer MRI-guided high-frequency focused ultrasound for essential tremor and tremor-dominant Parkinson’s disease. This life-changing treatment has been shown to dramatically improve tremor symptoms for patients starting […]
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45% of dementias can be prevented with some easily implemented strategies
A study showed that about 45% of dementias are preventable through lifestyle modifications. The societal impacts of this research include reducing financial burdens on the health care system, improving social participation and population health, and […]
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New Alzheimer’s drugs showing success slowing disease progression, especially when treated early
New monoclonal antibody therapies targeting beta-amyloid deposition in the brain have shown success in slowing the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, though the risk of serious side effects necessitates careful evaluation and discussion before initiating treatment.. [...]
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Norton Children’s names new pediatric gastroenterology chief
Norton Children’s has named a new physician to lead its gastroenterology team. James P. Franciosi, M.D., will serve as chief of Norton Children’s Gastroenterology and division chief of the University of Louisville School of Medicine […]
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