When abdominal pain or digestive changes disrupt daily life, it can be hard to know when to seek specialized care. Dr. Teena Nerwal, a colorectal surgeon at St. Elizabeth Healthcare, works closely with patients experiencing conditions like diverticulitis — a common colon issue she treats. Her patient-centered approach focuses on education, empowerment and helping people […]
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St. Elizabeth CEO to headline July Eggs ‘N Issues
St. Elizabeth Healthcare CEO Garren Colvin is slated to speak at the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce’s Eggs ‘N Issues breakfast panel later this month. Taking place from 7:30 to 9 a.m. in July 21 at Receptions Event Center in Erlanger, Colvin will discuss the future of Northern Kentucky, including regional economic growth, community development […]
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Three St. Elizabeth Hospitals Earn Prestigious 5-Star CMS Rating
Each year, the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the federal agency that sets standards for healthcare quality and oversees major public health insurance programs, releases its national hospital ratings. This year’s May 13 announcement remarkably included three St. Elizabeth Healthcare hospitals — Dearborn, Edgewood and Ft. Thomas — rated as 5-star, the agency’s […]
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AFib: Why Timing Matters More Than You Think
Atrial fibrillation, often called AFib, rarely announces itself with urgency. For many people, it begins quietly: an occasional flutter, a few moments of fatigue, a shortness of breath that comes and goes. Because symptoms are often inconsistent, AFib has a way of blending into everyday life. What’s easy to miss is that AFib represents a […]
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St. Elizabeth Offers Trusted Second Opinions Close to Home
A cancer diagnosis can change everything in an instant. For many patients, the first days and weeks bring uncertainty, concerns about next steps and a desire for clarity. That’s why more people across Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky and Southeastern Indiana are turning to St. Elizabeth Healthcare for a cancer second opinion – a service designed […]
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Gynecologic Cancers: What You Need to Know
St. Elizabeth Healthcare offers specialized care for patients facing gynecologic cancer. With two comprehensive cancer centers serving Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky and Southeastern Indiana, the team expands treatment options and builds a plan of care designed for each person’s needs. High-quality, personalized cancer care is right here when you need it most. Q: What are […]
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Not All ‘Minimally Invasive’ Heart Surgeries Are Equal
What does “minimally invasive” really mean? When people hear the term “minimally invasive,” they expect less pain and faster recovery. But not all surgical techniques deliver that promise. Some still involve cutting through the breastbone or significant trauma to the ribs. Totally Endoscopic Cardiac Surgery (TECS) is different. A single 2 to 2.5 cm incision […]
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Navigating the Holidays with Cancer: Finding Strength, Support, and Connection
The holidays bring light, joy and togetherness. But for people facing cancer, this season can also bring stress, fatigue and mixed emotions. Balancing treatment schedules, social gatherings and physical changes can feel overwhelming. During this time, emotions can feel close to the surface — gratitude, worry, hope and exhaustion often blend together. Recognizing those feelings, […]
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Why You Should Think About Surgery Before Year-End and How St. Elizabeth Makes It Easier
The St. Elizabeth Healthcare Surgery team offers insight into the advantages of scheduling procedures before the year ends. The team includes Gynecologic Cancer Surgeon and Vice President of Medical Services Kevin Schuler, MD, who shares why timing surgery before January can benefit patients both medically and financially. Q: What Surgeries Do Patients Often Schedule at Year-End? […]
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St. Elizabeth Edgewood earns multiple ‘High Performing’ designations
U.S. News & World Report designated a Northern Kentucky hospital as “High Performing” across a range of categories. St. Elizabeth Edgewood, located at 1 Medical Village Dr., received recognition in 20 specialties and procedures in the latest U.S. News & World Report hospital rankings. The rankings are a national assessment of hospitals across the United […]
