Items Tagged ‘Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire’
October 17, 2018
Living to the Fullest With Advanced Ovarian Cancer
A diagnosis of stage 4 ovarian cancer sent shock waves through Michelle Messer’s world. But prompt treatment and a comprehensive care plan have seen her through. Now five years after that initial diagnosis, Michelle is savoring each day.
Tags: Albert J. and Judith A. Dunlap Cancer Center, Dr. Carrie Langstraat, Dr. Francis Nichols, Dr. Sandeep Basu, Dr. Suzette Peltier, Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Ovarian Cancer
October 1, 2018
Heather Klanderman tried a range of treatment to ease her migraines, but nothing worked. Then her neurologist recommended Botox injections. Now Heather’s migraines are a thing of the past.
Tags: Dr. Donn Dexter, Dr. Scott Spritzer, Kerri Crank, Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Migraine
July 24, 2018
Healthier and Happier After Bariatric Surgery
For Candace Clark, bariatric surgery meant the difference between struggling with weight issues, including medical problems triggered by obesity, and enjoying renewed health and energy.
Tags: bariatric surgery, Dr. Chris Hower, Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire
June 13, 2018
Routine Checkup Leads to Lifesaving Heart Surgery
Brian Schilling was shocked to learn he had a dangerous condition that required surgery to repair one of his heart valves. But the procedure went off without a hitch, and Brian’s grateful for the thorough care he received through Mayo Clinic Health System.
Tags: Dr. Andrew Calvin, Dr. Glenn Kauppila, Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Minimally invasive mitral valve repair
May 29, 2018
Skier Back on Track After Knee Surgeries
Multiple knee problems threatened Marva Sahs’ ability to take part in the outdoor recreation she loves. But Marva and her Mayo Clinic care team were determined that her injuries would not sideline her. Today she’s back to being active in the great outdoors.
Tags: Craig Kann, Dr. Andrew Israel, Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Sports Medicine Department
April 20, 2018
Going All Out to Ease a Young Patient’s Surgical Fears
After 5-year-old Lauren Hoel underwent her third open-heart surgery in five years, she was, understandably, a little frightened of her postoperative care and recovery. Her care team at Mayo Clinic knew just what to do.
Tags: atrial septal defect, cardiovascular surgery, Dr. Allison Cabalka, Dr. Karen Myhre, Dr. Sameh Said, Mayo Clinic Children's Center, Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Pediatric Cardiology, Transposition of the great arteries, Ventricular Septal Defect
April 2, 2018
Teamwork and Telemedicine Save a Newborn’s Life
When Mary Beth Delong experienced a medical emergency just before her son was born, specialists at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire and Mayo Clinic’s Rochester campus worked together to secure a happy ending for all involved.
Tags: Dr. Jennifer Fang, Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Placental abruption
March 12, 2018
Breast Cancer Survivor Wonders, ‘What If?’
Diagnosed with breast cancer after putting off her annual mammogram for several years, Tammy Jackson shares her story to encourage others to make cancer screening exams a priority.
Tags: breast cancer, Dr. Megan Meyers, HERS Breast Center, Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire
March 2, 2018
Helping New Moms Emerge From Postpartum Depression
After her second child was born, Alethea Clark experienced a severe form of postpartum depression. With care from Mayo Clinic Health System, she eventually overcame the disorder. Now Alethea hopes her story will encourage others to seek help, too.
Tags: Emily Sisco, Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Postpartum depression
January 19, 2018
Seeing Is Believing With Help From a Mayo Clinic Retinal Specialist
When complications from diabetes threatened his vision, eye surgery and laser treatment at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire restored Brad Stevens’ sight.
Tags: Diabetic retinopathy, Dr. Wayne Wu, Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Ophthalmology, type 1 diabetes