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New Fitness Classes Begin in November

Health, Wellness & You
Monday, November 5, 2012

Fort HealthCare is committed to improving the health and well-being of our community. We encourage everyone to explore opportunities for self-enhancement. These new fitness classes beginning in August and other offerings can help. Aqua Zumba®: Aqua Zumba® keeps the Zumba® fitness workout party going in the pool. This 45-minute class is a challenging water-based workout […]

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UW Health Sleep Medicine services now at Fort Memorial Hospital

Health, Wellness & You
Friday, November 2, 2012

The Specialty Clinic at Fort HealthCare’s Fort Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that UW Health Doctors Mary Klink and Mihai Teodorescu are now providing sleep medicine consultations. Dr. Klink and Dr. Teodorescu will see patients on Mondays and Tuesdays during the month. Dr. Klink is board certified in sleep medicine, internal medicine and pulmonary […]

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Hospitalists at Fort Memorial Hospital bring specialized care to the bedside

Health, Wellness & You
Wednesday, October 17, 2012

For patients admitted to Fort Memorial Hospital, being seen by a hospitalist can mean improved outcomes and specialized care. Through frequent communication with patient’s primary care physicians, hospitalists only treat hospitalized patients and do not have a regular clinic practice. Because of this they are highly experienced in caring for persons with illnesses serious enough […]

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Screening event will tell you your blood type

Health, Wellness & You
Wednesday, October 10, 2012

BloodCenter of Wisconsin will be hosting a blood screening event at Fort Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, November 7 from 4 to 6 p.m. At this event, BloodCenter staff and volunteers use a self-test kit to learn more about your blood type.  You will also learn how your blood donation can save lives.  Other health screenings, […]

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Sara Wilde, OTR, earns Certified Hand Therapist certification

Health, Wellness & You
Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Sara Wilde, an occupational therapist at the Fort HealthCare Therapy & Sport Center, has earned the distinguished Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) certification after completing all required examinations and clinical studies. The designation offers assurance to the public that the therapist treating them has achieved the highest recognition of competency in the profession. Wilde said, “I […]

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HIMSS Analytics Recognizes Fort HealthCare with Stage 7 Award

Health, Wellness & You
Tuesday, September 18, 2012

The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) recently notified Fort HealthCare that the recent electronic medical record (EMR) initiative at Fort Memorial Hospital and Fort HealthCare clinics has resulted in a HIMSS Analytics Stage 7 Award, signifying attainment of the highest level on the Electronic Medical Records Adoption Model. The HIMSS Analytics Stage 7 […]

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Free Men’s Health Talk

Health, Wellness & You
Wednesday, September 12, 2012

The urologists of Fort HealthCare Urology Associates are hosting a free men’s health talk on Tuesday, September 18th. Check-in for the seminar begins at 6:00 p.m. and the seminar will start at 6:30 p.m. at the Fort Memorial Hospital Auditorium in Fort Atkinson. Men who suffer from erectile dysfunction (ED) and bladder control problems (stress […]

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Live Well programming helps underserved population know their numbers

Health, Wellness & You
Thursday, August 9, 2012

Fort HealthCare recognizes that access to essential primary care services is sometimes unavailable to those who are under-insured. In a continuing effort to increase access to care, the organization is introducing a new program that provides these individuals with baseline lab measurements, biometrics like waist circumference and body mass index, and a general health risk […]

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Stepping On program offered for seniors

Health, Wellness & You
Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Fort HealthCare is once again offering Stepping On, a fall prevention program for seniors. Those 65 and older, who have had a fall, are fearful of falling or are living in their own home or apartment are encouraged to attend the workshop led by Lee Clay, RN and Faith Nurse coordinator. Participants must be able […]

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Having Healthy Babies: Experts Recommend Full Term Pregnancy

Health, Wellness & You
Monday, July 9, 2012

Every week of a pregnancy is crucial to a newborn’s health. Nationally, a trend has been noted that more and more births are being scheduled a little early for non-medical reasons. Experts are learning that this can cause problems for mom and baby. If possible, it’s best to stay pregnant for at least 39 weeks. […]

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