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Dec
Why this two-time cancer survivor believes in giving back to local health care
Julie Chenoweth has a cheerful, easygoing way about her. You’d never guess how much she’s been through: breast cancer, thyroid surgery, a hip replacement, knee replacements, pancreatitis and a second breast cancer. She’s a survivor, thanks in part to the excellent care she received at Elkhart General Hospital. Julie was diagnosed with...
09
Dec
Avid traveler’s infected, fractured elbow repaired by Beacon’s multidisciplinary team
Gloria Wilkeson and her husband have always been explorers at heart, and they’re determined to get the most out of every trip, whether cross-country or overseas. So when Gloria tripped and fell at Dublin Airport in Ireland, she wasn’t about to let a little mishap slow her down. “My rubber shoe tips...
08
Dec
Early detection and expert cancer care team made the difference to this Beacon patient
What Erin Grove thought would be a routine mammogram turned out to be a life-saving decision. As a wife and mom of four boys ranging in age from 9 to 22, Erin’s days are filled with work, baseball games and family time. Even with her full schedule, she prioritized what mattered...
08
Dec
Self-care tips for staying bright and balanced this holiday season
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration and togetherness but it can also bring stress, packed schedules and high expectations. Amid the hustle and bustle, it’s easy to forget the importance of caring for yourself. Family medicine Nurse Practitioner Cara Johnson from Beacon Medical Group Mishawaka Primary Plus reminds...
03
Dec
Beacon’s compassionate oncology team helps patient overcome breast cancer fears
When Frashiah Maina noticed swelling in her outer right breast, she went straight to her physician. The referral to the Memorial Regional Breast Care Center came quickly. As a nurse, she knew her symptom could be serious. But she had kept up with her annual mammograms and stayed current on preventive...
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Nov
Beacon team helps patient rediscover joy of world travel after knee replacement
For Amy Rosen, a world traveler who once skied slalom and navigated airports with ease, the gradual loss of mobility hit hard. She started avoiding trips that involved walking through airports, watching her world shrink as her damaged left knee worsened. Her athletic past had left her with great memories, and...
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Nov
Beacon Health System names Kira Carter-Robertson as new Elkhart General president
Beacon Health System announces that Kira Carter-Robertson, BS, MHA, FACHE, has been named president of Elkhart General Hospital, effective Nov. 3. Carter-Robertson brings more than two decades of healthcare leadership experience to her new role, with expertise that includes driving operational excellence, enhancing patient experience and leading strategic planning and organizational...
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Nov
Eye on Health: Beacon’s team approach saves lives through early lung cancer detection
Lung cancer is often called "the silent killer" for a reason: In its early stages, there are often no symptoms. No cough, no shortness of breath, no warning signs at all. "That's precisely the objective of lung cancer screening: to be able to find it early before it's too late when...
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Nov