You could say that for Sofya Kuznetsov, M.D., cardiology is in her blood. Her mother was a cardiologist in her native Russia. “I saw how grateful her patients were. Some of them became her lifelong friends,” said Dr. Kuznetsov, a cardiac electrophysiologist with Norton Heart & Vascular Institute Heart Rhythm Center. As an electrophysiologist, Dr….
The minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedure — once thought appropriate only for the sickest aortic stenosis patients — increasingly is being used as an alternative to open heart surgery valve replacement. TAVR is an option now for nearly all patients. “With TAVR, we’re able to place the new valve by entering through…
Bladder control, bladder incontinence, urinary incontinence, peeing when coughing –– whatever you like to call it, it’s an issue that affects many women. And it’s not just a “change of life” or aging issue –– the issue affects women of all ages. There is a certain stigma to it that keeps many women from getting…
High school football players are experiencing concussions less often during practice, but the rate of concussions during games has gone up, according to a new study published in the journal Pediatrics. The study, which examined thousands of high school athletes across 20 different sports, found that the rate of repeat concussions across all sports has…
Living with a leaky bladder or plagued by recurring urinary tract infections (UTIs)? You’re not alone. These are two of the most common bladder health issues that affect women. In fact, up to 60 percent of women will seek care for urinary incontinence, especially as they age. And 27 percent of women have more than…
When you’re sick, it’s natural to want a quick fix so you can get back to feeling 100%. While you may feel like antibiotics could help, they are not always the answer. Antibiotics only kill bacteria, not viruses. When do you need an antibiotic? The answer may surprise you. Before asking about antibiotics, remember they…
Norton Healthcare, UofL Physicians – Pediatrics and the University of Louisville School of Medicine today announced they have officially signed a definitive agreement for an affiliation that will combine resources to strengthen and enhance medical care for children, including: Improved access to care. A primary goal is to provide excellent care close to home without…
If you’re thinking about quitting tobacco, take encouragement from Judy, a contact center representative in the Norton Healthcare marketing and communications department, who hasn’t had a cigarette in 14 years. Why Did You Decide to Become a Nonsmoker? Judy: Smoking controlled my life … I was always thinking about the next cigarette. It was very…
At what point does this training become less like a hobby, and more like a part-time job? I think I’ve reached that point. Between a full-time job and three side hustles (yoga, coaching and dog sitting), I needed a break. I went to Austin, Texas, with my childhood bestie. It was nice to get away,…
It’s time for Kentucky Derby festivities in Louisville, which means horse racing, live music, mint juleps and celebrity sightings. It’s also springtime in the Ohio Valley, and the combination of “meadow’s in the bloom” and Kentucky Derby fun overload can get you scratched from your favorite Derby-related events. Don’t let it happen. Here’s what you…
As recently as 30 years ago, if a doctor found a mass on the smooth tissue of a woman’s uterus, it was assumed to be dangerous and surgically removed, regardless of whether it caused any symptoms. Today, we know that these masses, called uterine fibroids, often don’t require treatment at all, according to Jonathan Reinstine,…
It’s a common temptation, especially when it comes to kids in sports. Do whatever you can to help your child succeed. But doing too much — even “helicopter parenting” — does a young athlete more harm than good, according to Vanessa Shannon, Ph.D., director of mental performance for Norton Sports Health. “Don’t save your children…