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Since NKCH began implanting CardioMEMS, an at-home wireless monitoring device for patients with heart failure three years ago, the hospital has achieved a 54% reduction in HF readmissions.
NKCH welcomes Monica Stone to the newly created position of vice president of Quality and Care Optimization.
Scott Kujath, MD, FACS, FSVS, a vascular surgeon with the Midwest Aortic and Vascular Institute, is NKCH’s new Medical Staff president.
Ian Rosbrugh, MD, FACOG, and Thomas Shireman, MD, have been named NKCH’s Department of Surgery chairman and Department of Medicine chairman, respectively.
The American College of Cardiology and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services recently recognized NKCH.
NKCH welcomes six new physicians.
Congratulations to these retiring physicians.
We appreciate the support from Ajay Tejwani, MD, and Dustin Woyski, DO, who participated in our community events.
Honors and Awards
Several organizations and publications have honored NKCH and MH.
Provider Appreciation
Thank you to John Eggers, MD, PhD, who participated in a recent Lunch and Learn.
Welcome New Providers
NKCH and MH welcome 26 new providers.
Law Allows Outpatient PT Services Without Referral
PTs must have five years of experience or be a doctor of physical therapy. PTs at NKCH and MH’s three PT and Sports Medicine locations meet this requirement.
Infusion Clinic Opens at MH Gashland
The clinic provides specialized therapy for asthma, dehydration, hyperlipidemia, migraines and osteoporosis.
Neurosurgeon Joins Meritas Health
Rohit Kesarwani, MD, provides all aspects of neurosurgical care, including for brain, spinal and peripheral nerve diseases, injuries and tumors.
New Provider Connections Name Reflects Scope of Care
Just as our providers span several specialties and roles, it’s important our publication not only reflects our audience in reporting, but also in name.