18
Apr
Archives for Heidi Prescott-Wieneke
15
Apr
Beacon team helps patient overcome major health setback to achieve Ironman dream
After seven years of dreaming and intense training, Vern Gingerich’s goal of competing in the Ironman World Championship was within reach -- until a sudden setback threatened to derail his plans. What followed was a journey filled with determination, support from the Beacon care team and tough choices, leading to...
09
Apr
Eye on Health: Oncology nurse navigators support, guide Beacon cancer patients through their journey
A cancer diagnosis can be one of the most overwhelming experiences a person will ever face. But with Beacon Cancer Care, patients don’t have to go through it alone, thanks to our dedicated oncology nurse navigators. In this month’s Eye on Health, Molly Pottschmidt and Kathy Hawley share how their mission...
03
Apr
Beacon Health System to acquire Ascension Healthcare System in southwest Michigan
Beacon Health System, the locally owned and governed nonprofit healthcare leader in northern Indiana and southern Michigan, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the Ascension healthcare system in southwest Michigan. The transaction is expected to close this summer, subject to standard regulatory approvals. Once the transaction is complete, Beacon Health...
29
Mar
New mom empowered to manage health through Beacon’s blood pressure monitoring program
When Kaila Duell decided she wanted to be a mom, it didn’t happen immediately. After trying for some time, Kaila eventually conceived her daughter through a fertility treatment called IUI, or intrauterine insemination. She felt both excited and nervous about her first pregnancy. “Going into the pregnancy was anxiety-inducing because of the...
29
Mar
Beacon team helps local high school athlete bounce back and overcome four injuries
A diehard basketball fan and dedicated player, Gabe Burgin has a deep love for the game -- a passion he inherited from his mom, uncles, and grandfather, all of whom played the sport. Gabe's high school career was full of potential, but it took an unexpected turn when a series...
21
Mar
Kidney disease diagnosis leads to life-saving cancer detection for Elkhart General patient
Gail Green’s healthcare journey has had more twists and turns than she could have imagined. Focused on addressing problems with her kidneys, cancer was not top of mind. Ironically, her kidney problems may have saved her life from breast cancer. Facing stage 4 kidney failure, Gail needed a transplant. She was...
12
Mar
Eye on Health: Child Life Specialists ease hospital fears for young patients at Memorial Hospital
A medical procedure or trip to the emergency room can be intimidating for anyone, but for children, these experiences can be particularly scary. That's why Beacon Children's Hospital and Memorial Hospital of South Bend offer specialized services from a role you might not have heard of before: the Child Life...
07
Mar
Scoliosis patient and Beacon care team navigate chronic back pain together
The strongest medical outcomes happen when patients and providers work together -- something Janice Chapman has experienced firsthand in managing her back pain with Dr. Abhishek Das of Beacon Medical Group North Central Neurosurgery. “Dr. Das and I have been together so long, I can’t even tell you how long I’ve...
04
Mar