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Monthly Archives: May 2019

A ministry of care

Kathleen Martin, MD

Dr. Martin remembers nuns at her Catholic school taking her under their wings after her father died. They would often tell her, “you should be a doctor when you grow up.”

Posted bychiadminMay 28, 2019May 28, 2019Posted inPatients & Providers

Circulation station

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A sedentary lifestyle can cause weight gain and conditions such as Type 2 diabetes, but did you know it can also lead to problems with blood circulation?

Posted bychiadminMay 16, 2019May 22, 2019Posted inHealth & Wellness, Heart & Vascular Care

A familiar face in our halls

Jill Clark, RN, with Flaget Memorial Hospital, Lisa Smith, RN, with Saint Joseph Hospital, Todd Linley, a volunteer with Saint Joseph Hospital, and Norris "Chip" Hollon, PharmD, a pharmacist with Saint Joseph Hospital

Lisa Smith, RN, was working with patients as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) at the hospital in Corbin when it hit her: “I thought right then and there, ‘this is what I should be doing.'”

Posted bychiadminMay 15, 2019May 22, 2019Posted inPatients & Providers

Laying the foundation for a successful joint replacement

portrait of cyclist

After letting joint pain keep you from the activities you love, you consult with your orthopedic surgeon and decide to have joint replacement surgery. Now it’s time to get ready.

Posted bychiadminMay 14, 2019May 22, 2019Posted inHealth & Wellness, Orthopedic Care

Group – It’s a good thing

cindi g., rosie ring support group

The first time Cindi Gardner walked into the Rosie Ring, she felt comfortable. Rosie Ring is a networking and support group for women facing breast cancer offered through CHI Saint Joseph Health – Cancer Care Center at Saint Joseph East.

Posted bychiadminMay 14, 2019May 22, 2019Posted inPatients & Providers

Maggie’s Light

maggie's light

The couple started Maggie’s Light, a nonprofit that raises funds for bereavement kits that include comforting books, a handmade blanket, journals and more for families who have lost a child.

Posted bychiadminMay 10, 2019May 22, 2019Posted inStories of Giving

How to dine out successfully when trying to lose weight

group enjoying lunch in a restaurant

It’s no secret that when you’re trying to lose weight or make healthier food choices, dining out can cause its fair share of temptations. From portion sizes to added ingredients, dessert options and peer pressure, it can be tough to navigate the dining experience and still feel in control.

Posted bychiadminMay 9, 2019May 22, 2019Posted inHealth & Wellness, Weight Loss Surgery

Cancer treatment close to home for Bardstown resident

twyman clements of bardstown, ky

Twyman Clements of Bardstown had just graduated from the University of Kentucky in 2009. He was beginning to plan the next steps in his career when a regular physical for his Type I diabetes changed his world.

Posted bychiadminMay 8, 2019May 22, 2019Posted inStories of Giving

Dr. Smotherman’s story of hope

Dr. Robert Smotherman

In August 2017, Dr. Robert Smotherman and his wife Janice were eating breakfast when Dr. Smotherman realized something was wrong.

Posted bychiadminMay 8, 2019May 28, 2019Posted inStories of Giving

Eight simple tricks to mindful eating

Eating is such a significant part of our daily lives, yet it’s so easy to get disconnected from it. One moment our plates are full, and the next moment, they’re empty and we’ve hardly tasted or enjoyed one bite. Practicing mindful eating can bring us awareness of our own actions, thoughts, feelings and motivations, plus […]

Posted bychiadminMay 7, 2019May 7, 2019Posted inHealth & Wellness, Weight Loss Surgery

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