Adult Services, Neuroscience

Advanced treatments for neuromuscular disorders

Neuromuscular disorders are conditions that affect the structure and function of the peripheral nervous system, as well as all motor and sensory nerves. The predominant symptom of this group of disorders is progressive muscle weakness. Secondary symptoms may include muscular atrophy and disturbances in sensation, which may present as tingling or numbness. The developments in…

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NMG, Pediatric Services

September 2024 Norton Children’s Medical Group New Providers

William J. Akin, D.O. Pediatrics Erika B. Chandler, M.D. Pediatric Neurology Nicole M. Jody, M.D. Pediatric Ophthalmology Alison H. Colonna, M.D. Pediatrics Angelena B. Edwards, M.D. Pediatric Urology Jacqueline E. Fabricius, M.D. Pediatric Rheumatology Michael Ferguson, M.D. Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Judith M. Kabat, M.D. Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Kristin M. Levin, M.D. Pediatric Otolaryngology Kaitlyn Middaugh, M.D. Pediatrics…

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Adult Services, NMG

September 2024 Norton Medical Group New Providers

Anna Bostrom, M.D. Emergency Medicine Paul C. Celestre, M.D. Spine Surgery Laurie B. Craycroft, M.D. Emergency Medicine Lidia E. Castillo Cruz, M.D. Internal Medicine Charles M. Cunningham, M.D. Hospital Medicine Samuel H. Friedman, M.D. Pulmonology Mark A. Gardon II, D.O. Hospital Medicine Ricardo A. Herrera, M.D. Neurology Kevin J. Himschoot, M.D. Orthopedic Surgery Joshua D….

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Adult Services, Orthopedics

Zain Z. Rahman, M.D., sports medicine specialist at Norton Orthopedic Institute

Zain Z. Rahman, M.D., is a nonsurgical orthopedist specializing in sports medicine and practicing at Norton Orthopedic Institute offices in Jeffersonville, New Albany and Scottsburg in Southern Indiana. Dr. Rahman, team physician for Indiana University Southeast in New Albany and athletic teams at Floyd Central High School in Floyds Knobs, Indiana, and New Albany High…

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Dermatology

Managing atopic dermatitis in pediatric patients

Atopic dermatitis, a type of eczema, is a common chronic inflammatory skin condition that requires ongoing management. Treating atopic dermatitis requires a long-term care approach. Atopic dermatitis is often associated with intense pruritus, but also can be complicated by pain and secondary infection without proper treatment and intervention. “Primary care providers must communicate to parents…

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Adult Services, Cancer

Clinical trial for HER2-positive metastatic colorectal cancer shows promising result

The patient A 55-year-old woman developed increasing difficulties with constipation and abdominal discomfort over the course of several weeks. She then developed nausea with vomiting. She was found to have an obstructing colon cancer with multiple metastases to the liver and lung. After resection of her primary tumor, she required chemotherapy to treat her metastatic…

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Adult Services, Cancer

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 be cancer. “Benign causes of a painless mass or neck swelling can include thyroid nodules, swelling of a saliva gland…

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Adult Services, Neuroscience

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 bachelor’s degree at Miami University, Oxford, Ohio. Kendall brings a deeply personal and compassionate approach to the field of dementia…

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Adult Services, Endocrinology, News, Pediatric Services, Research

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 specialized laboratory to help him and his team carry out their groundbreaking work and become a hub for diabetes research…

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Adult Services, NMG

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 Nicholas L. Harper, M.D. Internal Medicine Bert T. Hawkins M.D. Emergency Medicine Mark E. Head, M.D. Internal Medicine Robert M….

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NMG, Pediatric Services

August 2024 Norton Children’s Medical Group New Providers

Lilian E. Awad, D.O. Pediatric Emergency Medicine Shelby H. Steinmeyer, M.D., Ph.D. Neonatology Carly Wood, Psy.D., DBT-LBC Integrated Behavioral Health Madeline K. Brimmer, Au.D. Pediatric Audiology Haley L. Matthias Cater, Au.D. Pediatric Audiology Chase M. Beeman, G.C. Pediatric Genetics and Genomics Paige F. Ekert, G.C. Pediatric Genetics and Genomics Elayna B Gibson, PA-C Pediatric Cardiology…

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Pediatric Services, Pulmonary, Sleep Medicine

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 address parental concerns,” said Dr. Orangias, who practices at Norton Children’s Sleep Medicine and Norton Children’s Pulmonology, both affiliated with…

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