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 […]
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It’s taco … Friday? St. Elizabeth NICU gets in on the Halloween fun
St. Elizabeth’s Edgewood location is celebrating Halloween with the help of some of its littlest patients in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. A Children’s Hospital neonatologist even got in on the fun. The baby boy pictured here was born at 33 weeks and is wearing a taco costume designed by the St. Henry Arts Club. […]
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Q&A with Dr. Peter Jernigan: Dr. Jernigan’s Approach to Surgery at St. Elizabeth
Dr. Peter Jernigan recently joined the general surgery team at St. Elizabeth, bringing a passion for hands-on care and a commitment to helping patients heal. With expertise in robotic and minimally invasive techniques, Dr. Jernigan is focused on delivering personalized, high-quality care to the Northern Kentucky community. What inspired you to pursue general surgery? Dr. […]
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St. Elizabeth Foundation Style Show, Lunch coming next month
The St. Elizabeth Foundation, a fundraising wing of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, will host its annual style show and luncheon at the MegaCorp Pavilion in Newport on Nov. 24. This year’s theme is The Nutcracker, and will feature over 30 local vendors, selling everything from clothing to jewelry to children’s gifts and more. “Nearing the 50-year […]
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Five Years of Care, Hope and Progress at the Yung Family Cancer Center
Since 2020, the Yung Family Cancer Center at St. Elizabeth Healthcare has delivered advanced cancer care with compassion, innovation and personal attention. As the center marks its five-year anniversary, we reflect on what makes this place different — and what patients can expect today. Q: What moment in 2020 set the tone for the next […]