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a publication of Froedtert Health St. Joseph’s Hospital
Froedtert Health St. Joseph’s Hospital is an acute care hospital serving residents of West Bend and Washington County and is a member of Froedtert Health, a regional hospital system that includes Froedtert Hospital, Milwaukee; Community Memorial Hospital, Menomonee Falls; and Froedtert Health Medical Group.
OUR MISSION
To provide personalized, trusted care for our patients and their families.
HEALTHY LIVING STAFF Editor - Mary Beth Winkowski
Contributing Writers - Tom Andrews, Beth Earnest, Jennifer L.W. Fink
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9 ORTHOPAEDICS
Skilled orthopaedic surgeon repairs torn biceps tendon
Special rehabilitation therapy gets patients moving 11 CANCER CENTER
Kraemer Cancer Center construction under way
State-of-the-art cancer facility opening in fall 2012 FOR YOUR HEALTH
10 Podiatrist helps preserve foot health for diabetes patients
10 Always something new at the Well Wisher 12 Making News 13 Q & A: What causes incontinence?
13 Prevention, Detection, Diagnosis: Adult vaccines
14 Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle: Programs, support groups and classes
All research and clinical material published by Froedtert Health St. Joseph’s Hospital in this publication is for informational purposes only. T is publication is not designed to, and does not provide medical advice and does not substitute for a health care provider’s own clinical judgment. Do not disregard professional medical advice, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read in this publication. Please consult your own physician with respect to your own symptoms or medical conditions as diseases commonly present with variable symptoms. As always, it is the responsibility of the health care provider treating an individual to determine the appropriateness of any given course of treatment in light of that individual’s unique clinical situation and the provider’s own expertise. T e procedures or treatments mentioned in this publication may or may not be considered covered benefi ts by your insurance. You are encouraged to consider a conversation with your insurance representative as part of your decision-making process before having any medical procedure.
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15 Hospital and Clinic Locations 16 St. Joseph’s Community Foundation
4 WOMEN’S SERVICES
New mom’s diabetes inspired healthy changes for whole family
Woman diagnosed with gestational diabetes during pregnancy 6
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Patients benefi t from personal, relationship- based care at New Life Center
Pediatrician provides close-to-home care for both complex and everyday needs
JULY 2011
COVER PHOTO: Fun and fi tness are part of every day for Kelly Mekka and daughter Katelyn. A diagnosis of gestational diabetes when Kelly was pregnant inspired Kelly to make weight loss and lifestyle changes for herself and her family.
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