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Saving Minutes, Saving Lives George Mason was at the primary care clinic of Terry Turke, MD for a regularly-scheduled blood draw. These visits had become something of a routine, part of an arrangement designed to save George—who lives in Watertown—the drive to his out-of-town specialist. More.... |
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Jenny's Life is TransformedJenny was born with hip dysplasia and doctor's didnt think she would ever walk. As a young adult and mother of three small children, the pain had returned and Jenny needed help doing even the simplest of tasks. More.... |
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Cardiac Rehab Helps Transform A LifeAfter a heart attach, Marlene knew it was important to change her lifestyle and get back on the track of good health. With the help of the Cardiac Rehab team, she did just that. More.... |
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Health Transitions Program Recognized The Health Transition Program has gained statewide recognition from the Wisconsin Hospital Association (WHA) for being a best practice in the state and for being a leader in dramatically decreasing hospital readmission rates over the past several months. More.... |
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AFCH Calms Megan's Fear of HospitalsAt just 13 years old, Megan Gentil has spent more time in hospitals than most adults. She was born nine weeks premature, diagnosed with Down Syndrome, and spent her first three and a half months in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). More.... |
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Health Scare Gets Bill's Life Back on TrackBill is a Type 2 diabetic, with both legs amputated below the knee. In August 2011, he spent a week at WRMC. By that time, Bill’s life had become a vicious circle of exhaustion, shortness of breath, back problems and painful walking. His weight – 411 pounds – was a major culprit. More.... |
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Behind every great associate… there’s a housekeeperDan’s job in Housekeeping was only supposed to last a short while. It was a means to an end, a way to bring in some extra income while he and his wife were in transition. Their plan was to sell their house and move to North Carolina... More.... |
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"Their Only Patient"Tom was not a fan of hospitals and put off treatment for an illness that became very serious. During his stay, he felt like the one and only patient. More.... |
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Love For Cars Makes Strong ConnectionMatt, diagnosed with cancer at age 19, had a fascination with cars. His nurse, Helayne, was also a car fan and wanted to do something that would lift Matt's spirits. Not only did Helayne lift his spirits, she provided a life-long dream. More.... |
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A Life Changing FriendshipBill was at a low point in his life when he got a wake up call to change his lifestyle. Bill joined Wellness Works and met Bob, who helped transform his life. More.... |
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"Just Get Me On"What Mel thought would be a quick "tune-up" turned into an extended stay at Watertown Regional Medical Center. Mel's Honor Flight was edging near and Nurse Navigator Laurie was going to ensure he made that flight. More.... |
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Bob is TransformedWith a bit of help from Wellness Works, Bob was able to transform his life. He is doing things he never thought were possible just a few short years ago. More.... |
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They ‘Adopted’ MeKelli was only 19 weeks pregnant when she went into pre-term labor – on a business trip in a strange town, far from her family. “It was a very scary time for me,” says Kelli. More.... |
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A Surprising Pain SolutionBeth knew that she wanted the least amount of pain possible during the delivery of her second child, but after her experience with her first son – she didn’t think it was possible. More.... |
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The Right MoveTom and Mary were new to Watertown. Just six days after moving, Mary came to the Emergency Department at Watertown Regional Medical Center. More.... |
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"It’s Going to be Great!" Mary describes the rehabilitation process with Physical Therapist Peter Schuch as wonderful. “There was never a question I couldn’t ask him,” she recalls. More.... |
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Ring That BellBill appreciates that Peter kept him informed, guiding him through an exercise and explaining how the movement would help him achieve his goals. Bill laughs, “I even liked the bell!” More.... |
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The Beginning of a New Journey“What Dr. O’Halloran does is life transforming,” says Linda, a patient who underwent knee replacement with the orthopedic surgeon. “And he does it in a way that supports your emotional needs as well.” More.... |
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He Did Not Want to LeaveCody, an American Family Children’s Hospital at Watertown patient, was pretty upset the night he was discharged. “Cody did not want to leave, he was having so much fun,” says mom, Katie. More.... |
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Pre-Surgical Tour Eases AnxietyLibby, a vivacious 7-year-old, underwent surgery at the American Family Children’s Hospital at Watertown. “Having a facility this nice so close to home is just wonderful,” says mom, Jenny. More.... |
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