Steven Patton, D.O., was born in a small town in Michigan where role models in the medical field were few and far between. While achieving his lifelong dream of becoming a physician, he witnessed the struggles of others around him. They tried to find their way without positive mentorship. Observing a cyclical lack of opportunity…
According to the American Cancer Society, African Americans have the highest rate of death and the shortest rate of survival for colorectal cancer. In fact, African Americans are 40% more likely than other groups to die from colon cancers, and 20% more likely to get colon cancer in general. When detected early with proper screening,…
The “fourth trimester” of pregnancy — those months after childbirth — is a time to adjust to being a mom and an opportunity to check on your recovery from what had been an intense and challenging nine months for your body. Monitoring your health during this period is important because pregnancy can increase your risk…
Pandemics have an emotional impact on society and individuals alike. Whether through personal experience, news coverage or talking with others, we know how COVID-19 has affected our lives. The death toll, financial hardship, job loss, anxiety and isolation have become a daily thread of conversation and experience. Avoiding exposure to the coronavirus is especially critical…
Headaches after recovering from COVID-19 can be persistent for some patients, and neurologists are finding some effective ways to address the debilitating pain that can linger. “Imagine a 24/7 headache for a period of three months or longer,” said Brian M. Plato, D.O., neurologist and headache specialist with Norton Neuroscience Institute. “We’re seeing a lot of…
At the start of 2022, Missy’s cancer took a turn, becoming more aggressive and causing her a great deal of pain. On Jan. 22, 2022, Missy passed away, crossing the finish line in her battle with cancer. One of the Bike to Beat Cancer team’s favorite parts about the event is the riders and their…
In her role at Norton Healthcare, Sharon Workman promotes the highest standards of business ethics. Sharon is proud to create a culture of doing the right thing at work as program manager on the compliance and audit team. She also takes this value home and passionately serves the community in her personal life. “I have…
Giving back or paying it forward to the community is a common response from those who have had major illnesses, such as breast cancer. At Mount Nebo Baptist Church in the Clifton neighborhood of Louisville, a group that includes cancer survivors is making a difference through their faith and health ministry. Mount Nebo has been…
Once you have your initial and booster COVID-19 vaccinations, you still need to wear a mask, practice social distancing and keep your hands clean. The vaccine helps protects you from developing COVID-19, but you still can spread it to others. Vaccinations can help prevent illness and limit the coronavirus’ ability to spread in your system….
While the world was facing a global pandemic and many countries, including our own, were dealing with political and social divisions, care providers and researchers like those at the Norton Cancer Institute were continuing their work. Despite the demands that came with the coronavirus, Joseph M. Flynn, D.O., MPH, FACP, tells us that he and…
Tom Heiser has little doubt that his experience serving in the U.S. Air Force in his early 20s has made a tremendous impact on the person he is today. “Like many young people contemplating military service, I saw it as a chance to reorient my focus on the future,” Tom said. “The upshot of my…
Specialized COVID-19 antibody treatments were nothing new to Jackie Bourke, R.N., CCRC, a clinical research nurse working on infectious diseases studies. She knows firsthand how quickly COVID-19 can turn serious for some patients and had seen the investigational treatment work. When she got the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, she was ready. Jackie tested positive on…