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Norton Heart & Vascular Institute nationally recognized for severe heart attack quality measures

Three Norton Healthcare facilities recently received national recognition for their heart care. Norton Audubon Hospital and Norton Brownsboro Hospital received the Mission: Lifeline® Gold Receiving Quality Achievement Award for implementing specific quality improvement measures outlined by […]

David Doering, M.D., completes 1,000 da Vinci procedures – and counting

Dr. Doering views robotic-assisted procedure as better for patient, surgeonDavid L. Doering, M.D., gynecologic oncologist, Norton Cancer Institute, recently performed his 1,000th gynecologic procedure using the da Vinci Surgical System. He is one of only […]

MOST Program available for pregnant mothers with substance use disorders

Norton Women’s Care launched the MOST (Maternal Opiate Substance Treatment) Program as a resource for pregnant women who suffer from substance use disorders. Treatment services designed specifically for pregnant women dependent on drugs or alcohol […]

Welcome new Norton Children’s providers

Jamil T. Elfarra, M.D. Norton Children’s Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialty: Maternal-Fetal Medicine Dr. Elfarra earned his medical degree from King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He completed his internship with King Khalid University Hospital, Riyadh. He […]

Child neurologist uses acupuncture to treat migraines

Elizabeth S. Doll, M.D., was recently featured in MD Update about her use of acupuncture to treat children with migraines. An accomplished child neurologist, she also spent hundreds of hours at Harvard University, training in the […]

American College of Cardiology recognizes A-fib program

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized Norton Audubon Hospital and Norton Hospital for their demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with A-fib. Both facilities were awarded Atrial Fibrillation with Electrophysiology Services (EPS) […]

Norton Orthopedic Institute now offers same-day appointments

When you break a bone, twist an ankle or dislocate a shoulder, you need care as soon as possible. Norton Orthopedic Institute now offers same-day appointments for the treatment of injuries and chronic conditions. Our specialists practice […]

Remote device monitoring team for heart patients

A 10-member Norton Heart & Vascular Institute team remotely monitors heart patients’ implantable devices every day, looking for abnormalities that require immediate attention. The team also performs routine scheduled remote device checks. Patients with pacemakers, […]

New technology monitors heart rhythms like never before

ALIVECOR Tech-savvy patients eager to monitor their own heart rhythm can use a device that connects to a smartphone app. In 30 seconds, patients can record an electrocardiogram (EKG) on their smartphones using the Kardia […]

Treatment for endometriosis with Norton Women’s Care

Endometriosis isn’t talked about much. Yet, it’s all too common – about one in 10 women in the U.S. has it. Endometrial tissue can grow on the ovaries, fallopian tubes and abdominal organs. While the […]

New subcutaneous implantable cardioverter-defibrillator available

SUBCUTANEOUS IMPLANTABLE CARDIOVERTER-DEFIBRILLATOR A subcutaneous implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (S-ICD) is offered for patients at risk of sudden death from ventricular tachyarrhythmias. Unlike traditional defibrillators, the S-ICD does not have intracardiac, transvenous leads. The S-ICD is a […]

Neurocritical Care Society Emergency Neurological Life Support Course

Registration is open for the 2018 Neurocritical Care Society Emergency Neurological Life Support Course Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018 Do you know what to do in the critical first hours of a neurological emergency? Come to this […]

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