Neurosurgeon brings ‘asleep’ deep brain stimulation to Norton Neuroscience Institute
When Abigail J. Rao, M.D., joined Norton Neuroscience Institute in September, she brought a technique for deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery, in which a patient is fully anesthetized. Dr. Rao said “asleep” DBS has many […]
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Why you should refer to Norton Children’s Radiology
Norton Children’s Radiology is composed of ten providers who treat pediatric patients for medical and surgical conditions including trauma, infection, tumors, congenital abnormalities, autoimmune disorders and more. Norton Children’s Radiology clinicians and radiologists are experienced […]
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Norton Cancer Institute awarded three-year accreditation for breast care
In May 2018, the Norton Cancer Institute Breast Health Program was awarded a three-year reaccreditation by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). Accreditation by the NAPBC is only given to those centers that […]
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Robotics technology proves successful for spine surgery patients
Jeffrey L. Gum, M.D., orthopedic spine surgeon with Norton Leatherman Spine, spoke with Orthopedics This Week at the North American Spine Society (NASS) annual conference about the latest in robotics-assisted surgery. Robotics technology increases reliability, […]
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New clinic will focus on treating epilepsy patients through diet
In 2019, Norton Neuroscience Institute will open a Ketogenic Clinic — the latest expansion in epilepsy services for adults. The Ketogenic Clinic is founded on scientific research and will assist patients in following a traditional […]
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Norton Children’s Heart Institute care highlights
Norton Children’s Heart Institute is growing. We recently added a third pediatric cardiac surgeon, who assumes the leadership role long held by Erle H. Austin III, M.D. Housed in Norton Children’s Hospital, the state’s only […]
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Norton Breast Health Center – Brownsboro opens doors
The new Norton Breast Health Center – Brownsboro, now open and located at Norton Medical Plaza III-Brownsboro, provides care for all types of breast health issues. Patients have timely access to multiple providers and services […]
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Norton Cancer Institute expands medical oncology team
Norton Cancer Institute is pleased to welcome Jaspreet S. Grewal, M.D., Ph.D., and Khuda Dad Khan, M.D., Ph.D. to our team of more than 70 oncology providers. Our newest board-certified and fellowship-trained physicians have areas of […]
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Norton Women’s Care offering hydrotherapy from certified nurse midwife
Hydrotherapy, or water labor, is available for laboring moms as a way to relieve pressure, decrease anxiety, lessen the need for pain medication through the labor process and shorten the initial phase of labor. “Hydrotherapy […]
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New implant allows for less invasive shoulder replacement
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved a new less invasive implant for shoulder replacement that requires less healthy bone removal to anchor the new joint in place. By removing less bone, patients […]
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Norton Pulmonary Specialists, formerly Chest Medicine Associates, and Sleep Medicine Associates has joined Norton Medical Group
Serving the Louisville community for over 40 years, Norton Pulmonary Specialists will continue to provide expertise and experience in diagnosing and managing all types of lung diseases and sleep disorders. Our team of 15 specialists […]
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Big cause of strokes now treatable with minimally invasive TCAR procedure
Removing plaque buildup in the carotid arteries typically required a carotid endarterectomy. Now, Norton Heart & Vascular Institute physicians use the TCAR procedure to help reduce risk of complications. Conventional surgery to clean stroke-causing plaque […]
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