Orthopedic referral guidelines: Hip and knee joint replacement
Primary care and sports medicine providers hear frequently from patients about hip and knee pain, especially among older adults. The threshold for referral to an orthopedic specialist for possible joint replacement focuses on pain and […]
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Intraoperative electrophysiology mapping allows surgeon to steer clear of invisible conduction tissue
The patient A 4-year-old girl presented with congenital heart disease consisting of partial atrioventricular canal defect. Surgical repair was necessary. The challenge Injury to the cardiac conduction system during cardiac surgery may result in complete heart […]
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Stephanie A. Merimee, M.D., orthopedic surgeon and Louisville native, joining Norton Louisville Arm & Hand
Stephanie A. Merimee, M.D., an orthopedic surgeon, has joined the team at Norton Louisville Arm & Hand. Dr. Merimee has a medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine. She completed her residency […]
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August 2023 Norton Children’s Medical Group New Providers
Rebecca M. Callahan, D.O. Pediatric Hospital Medicine Logan M. Eberly, M.D. Pediatric Cardiology Dominique C. Elmore, D.O. Pediatric Emergency Medicine Allison N. Lyle, M.D. Neonatology Aaron J. Samide, M.D. Pediatric Hospital Medicine […]
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August 2023 Norton Medical Group new providers
Shawn W. Adams, M.D. Neurosurgery Megan M. Bertke, M.D. Emergency Medicine Samrath Bhimani, M.D. Hip Orthopedic Surgery Abhishek Bose, M.D. Electrophysiology Joshua H. Brandon, M.D. Family Medicine Rabia G. Buridi, M.D. Stroke Neurology Robert S. […]
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Benefits of ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy
Fine needle aspiration (FNA) can provide a timelier evaluation of neck masses than open biopsy, thus saving time, money and potentially improving health outcomes with earlier diagnosis and treatment. Fine needle aspiration for head and […]
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Lutetium Lu 177 dotatate available for advanced neuroendocrine tumor treatment
Norton Cancer Institute is the only site in Louisville offering lutetium Lu 177 dotatate (Lutathera), a second-line treatment targeting advanced-stage neuroendocrine tumors in adult patients. The drug is indicated when a patient starts to lose [...]
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Treating biceps tendinitis to keep athletes on the field and throwing
The shoulder joint is a complex combination of ligaments, muscles, bones and tendons. All these structures must function correctly to keep the joint in alignment, or the patient could experience pain, decreased range of motion, […]
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Keith A. McLean, M.D., cardiologist, joins Norton King’s Daughters’ Health in Madison, Indiana
Norton Heart & Vascular Institute welcomes Keith A. McLean, M.D., cardiologist, to Norton King’s Daughters’ Health in Madison, Indiana. The office is located in the Norton King’s Daughters’ Health Downtown Medical Building at 630 N. […]
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July 2023 Norton Children’s Medical Group New Providers
Laura L. Voegele, M.D. Pediatrics Sarah L. Simpson, APRN Neonatology ASara B Cochran, APRN Pediatric Urology Soraya A Morris, APRN Pediatric Emergency Medicine Andrew Thomas, LMFT Pediatric Endocrinology
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Norton Children’s collaborates with patients’ providers for high-risk pregnancy care
If a congenital heart condition is expected for a high-risk pregnancy, referring providers still can retain their patients through delivery by collaborating with Norton Children and Norton Healthcare. We use an integrated approach for collaborative […]
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Second opinion process for fetal cardiology patients
We know it’s a stressful time for parents when they learn their child will be born with a congenital heart condition, and it is normal for patients to want to seek a second opinion. Other […]
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