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    Featured in this issue ...

    Family planning

    after 40See page 4.

    a publication of Norton Healthcare

    GETHealthy

    nHow the thyroid affects your health

    nA new way of relieving hip pain

    nSisters share rare spinal cord condition

    nColonoscopy: Overcoming the fear

    nMind, body, spirit care for older adults

    See pullout calendar

    for screenings and

    special events

    January/February/March 2010

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    general health care

    G e t H e a l t h y 2

    On the cover: Rhonda Casey conquered the challenges of getting pregnantlater in life. See page 4.

    Nick

    Bonura

    photos

    The thyroid is a gland in the neck

    that produces hormones that

    control many of the bodys functions.

    When not working properly, thissmall gland can cause major changes

    in the body and you might not

    even realize its to blame.

    Carla Marshall of Louisville

    UNDERACTIVE THYROIDTo blame or getting a bad rap?

    Carla Marshall didnt realize it. She

    began gaining weight and noticed

    hoarseness in her voice but thought

    it was just a part of aging. Duringa routine visit, her gynecologist

    happened to notice her thyroid was

    enlarged. After some testing, Marshall

    was diagnosed with Hashimotos

    disease.

    Hashimotos disease is the most

    common cause of an underactive

    thyroid, also called hypothyroidism,

    said Angelino Yson, M.D.,

    endocrinology. The bodys immunesystem attacks the thyroid gland,

    causing it to become inamed and

    stop functioning properly.

    Hypothyroidism usually progresses

    slowly over time but can cause a

    host of symptoms, from fatigue,

    constipation and menstrual

    irregularities, to dry skin, hoarse

    voice, elevated cholesterol

    level, weight gain and

    infertility, according to

    Dr. Yson.

    Hypothyroidism

    is more common in

    women, especially

    those over age 50,

    and increases with

    age, Dr. Yson said,

    although anyone can

    develop it.

    Left untreated, thethyroid can grow into a

    goiter, which is the name

    for an enlarged thyroid,

    Dr. Yson said. A goiter

    can cause a cough or

    make it difcult to

    swallow or breathe.

    An improperly functioning thyroid

    also can increase the risk for heart

    disease, depression, infertility and

    birth defects.I had surgery to remove half of

    my thyroid, which had attached to

    my vocal chords, Marshall said. At

    the time I was diagnosed it was more

    common to remove the gland for fear

    it could be cancerous.

    Diagnosis and treatment are

    relatively simple. A blood test

    can diagnose the disease, and

    treatment usually is daily thyroidhormone replacement medication.

    Not all patients diagnosed with

    hypothyroidism need surgical

    removal.

    I take a thyroid replacement

    medication, Marshall said. Im back

    to normal now and feel ne.

    Though it may be a relief to think

    weight gain can be cured with a

    thyroid pill, more often than not the

    thyroid is not to blame for weight

    gain alone. If youve gained weight

    along with experiencing unexplained

    tiredness, hoarseness in your voice

    and changes in the dryness and

    paleness of your skin, then its time

    to talk with your physician about

    checking your thyroid.

    Jennifer Reynolds

    Want to know more?Attend a seminar, Thyroid: Is It to

    Blame for Weight, Energy or Mood

    Changes? at the Marshall Womens

    Health & Education Center at

    Norton Suburban Hospital on

    Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010, from

    6 to 8 p.m. To register, call

    (502) 629-1234.

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    heart care

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    Debra Walton of Louisville

    We all know the drill: Eat right. Exercise more.

    Get regular physicals and health screenings. Intodays busy world, its easy to put good health habits

    off till tomorrow when they need attention today and

    every day.

    Debra Walton, 54, knows that all too well. After

    leaving a job with good health coverage, keeping up with

    physicals and screenings became even more difcult. But

    nding quick, easy and inexpensive health screenings

    helped her avoid a major health issue.

    I received a mailing for a convenient and affordable

    heart health risk assessment at Norton Womens HeartCenter, Walton said. I found the screenings helpful both

    economically and in quality of health services.

    Luckily, Waltons heart was given a clean bill of health,

    but she learned her glucose level was high.

    It was quite surprising, Walton said. I knew diabetes

    ran in my family, but I didnt think I had symptoms.

    Adults with diabetes have heart disease death rates that

    are two to four times those of adults without diabetes,

    said Theresa Byrd, R.N., Norton Womens Heart Center.

    For most people, diabetes is largely preventable through

    diet and exercise.

    Waltons glucose level was caught just in time, when

    its still considered pre-diabetes and can be controlled

    through diet and exercise.

    It is so important for women to have regular health

    screenings to assess for cardiovascular disease risk

    factors, Byrd said. Becoming aware, educated and

    An ounce of prevention

    Regular screenings are animportant part of healthy living

    motivated will help women to reduce their risk factors

    and lead a healthy lifestyle.

    Now I am one of Norton Womens Heart Centers

    biggest advocates! Walton said.

    Jennifer Reynolds

    Celebrate Heart Month!Take part in some of these fun events in celebration of Heart Month.Also see the pullout calendar for Healthy Heart Expos at area malls and heart disease screenings around town.Dance for your Heart

    Free dance lessons, including Latin, belly and line

    dancing to get your heart moving and grooving.

    All ages welcome.

    Thursday, Feb. 4 6 to 8 p.m.

    Norton Suburban Hospital

    Cooking Healthy with Chocolate

    Learn how to enjoy your favorite foods in a heart-healthy way, including free advice from a physician

    who specializes in womens hearts!

    Thursday, Feb. 18 6 to 8 p.m.

    Norton Audubon Hospital

    Cooking Class and Wine Tasting

    Learn heart-healthy cooking tips, sample tantalizing

    appetizers and taste some great wines.

    Thursday, Feb. 25 6 to 8 p.m.

    Whole Foods Market

    4944 Shelbyville Road

    Get cookin!

    Share a heart-healthy meal withyour family. For a free cookbook

    full of delicious recipes and

    health tips, call (502) 629-1234.

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    womens care

    G e t H e a l t h y

    With 40 being touted as the

    new 30, theres been a trend

    toward starting families later in life.

    While careers and nances may

    be more certain by 40, becoming

    pregnant may be less certain.

    Fertility decreases with age,particularly after age 35 and

    dramatically after the age of 40, due

    to the natural aging process of the

    ovaries and eggs, said Robert Homm,

    M.D., reproductive endocrinology/

    infertility. The quantity and quality

    of eggs drop signicantly for reasons

    not totally understood. For women

    over age 40, spontaneous or natural

    conception becomes less likely and,

    if it occurs, is much more likely to

    result in miscarriage.

    In fact, the risk of miscarriage after

    age 40 can be as high as 40 percent.

    Even women who live healthy

    lifestyles cannot avoid the

    natural, age-related decline

    in fertility. Gynecologic

    conditions that

    advance with age,

    such as ovulationdysfunction,

    broids and

    endometriosis,

    also affect

    fertility,

    according to

    Dr. Homm.

    Starting afamily

    Rhonda and Joe Casey

    of Louisville

    after 40What are the risks?Are there benefts?

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    womens care

    Rhonda, 40, and Joe Casey, 42,

    knew they wanted to start a family

    right away after recently getting

    married. They also knew the odds

    were beginning to stack against them.

    We both underwent fertility

    testing right away because we hadsome health issues, which can

    sometimes affect fertility, Rhonda

    said.

    Tests indicated the Caseys best

    chance of getting pregnant would

    be via in vitro fertilization (IVF), in

    which eggs are harvested from the

    woman, implanted with sperm, then

    transferred back into the womans

    uterus.

    I started getting two injections

    a day to induce ovulation, Rhonda

    said. Then after weeks of other

    medications, 11 viable eggs were

    retrieved.

    The eggs were fertilized and

    allowed to grow in a controlled

    chamber for three days. The

    outcome was seven viable embryos

    (fertilized eggs).

    We were so excited! Rhondasaid. We then had to decide how

    many to transfer to my uterus, which

    was difcult knowing some may not

    progress or all could progress and

    wed have multiples. We decided to

    implant three embryos.

    The couple and the treating

    physician make this decision together

    once the health of the embryos is

    known, Dr. Homm said. The goalis to have a healthy pregnancy and

    reduce the risk of multiple babies.

    Although IVF results in pregnancy

    30 to 50 percent of the time per try,

    this rate may be signicantly lower in

    women over 40 and those with other

    health conditions.

    After implantation, it takes two

    weeks before a pregnancy test will

    detect if the embryos successfully

    implant. Although embryos are

    placed directly into the uterus, it

    doesnt mean they always implant.

    It was the longest two weeks of

    our lives! Rhonda said. When I took

    the pregnancy test, it was positive!

    Then we had to wait another two

    weeks for an ultrasound to nd out

    how many babies we were having.

    The Caseys learned one embryosuccessfully implanted. Now beyond

    the pivotal rst trimester, their hard-

    earned bundle of joy is due in early

    summer!

    Good nutrition, exercise and

    stress reduction have all been shown

    to improve fertility, Dr. Homm said.

    Prenatal vitamins and folic acid

    supplements help reduce the risk of

    birth defects and are recommended

    for all patients trying to conceive

    regardless of age.

    If a woman is over 35 and has been

    trying to conceive for more than six

    months, the couple should discuss

    evaluation and begin treatment with

    their OB/GYN or a reproductive

    endocrinologist, according to

    Dr. Homm. In addition to IVF,

    there are other methods available to

    increase fertility. Dr. Homms advice:Dont wait!

    I always joked I wouldnt have

    kids until I was 40, Rhonda said. I

    guess it was a self-fullling prophecy!

    Jennifer Reynolds

    Want to know more?Are you having trouble getting

    pregnant? Come to the Marshall

    Womens Health & Education Center

    at Norton Suburban Hospital for a

    seminar, Conception Perception:

    Fertility Options for Those Having

    Trouble Conceiving, Thursday,

    March 18, 6 to 8 p.m. Call

    (502) 629-1234 to register.

    So youre expecting!Many women who get pregnant

    after age 40 are considered high

    risk. Norton Maternal-Fetal Medicine

    Specialists cares for these women

    along with others experiencing

    multiple gestation, premature labor,

    maternal hypertension, diabetes and

    other pregnancy-related conditions.

    Specialists also provide diagnosis and

    counseling for fetal abnormalities

    and inherited conditions. Maternal-

    fetal medicine specialists have special

    expertise in caring for complicated

    pregnancies. These physicians

    provide care or consultation for both

    mother and unborn baby, education

    and research concerning the most

    advanced approaches to caring forcomplicated pregnancies.

    Maternal-fetal medicine specialists

    work with obstetricians, family

    physicians and patients considered

    high risk from preconception through

    pregnancy, labor and delivery. Ask

    your obstetrician about Norton

    Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialists if

    youve been diagnosed with a high-

    risk pregnancy.

    Thomas Tabb, M.D., maternal-fetal

    medicine, with patient Soo Emerson

    of Elizabethtown, Ky.

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    orthopaedic care

    G e t H e a l t h y

    Living with hip pain for years, David Ditto didnt

    expect hed be pain-free and competing at the 2009

    National Senior Games in California this past summer.I was experiencing pain in my inner thigh. I thought I

    had just pulled a muscle, but it wasnt getting any better,

    Ditto said. An X-ray conrmed my hip was worn out.

    With a diagnosis of osteoarthritis, Ditto, an active

    58-year-old with a busy optometry practice, persevered to

    nd a treatment that would allow him to continue to play

    sports and participate in other activities he loved.

    Ditto visited two surgeons near his hometown of

    Nicholasville, Ky., who advised him to give up sports.

    But Ditto wasnt ready to accept that. Finally, he traveledto Louisville to meet with Jonathan Yerasimides, M.D., one

    of few orthoapedic surgeons in the country who performs

    anterior-approach hip resurfacing.

    Hip resurfacing involves placing a metal cap over

    the femoral head (the end of the thigh bone) instead of

    replacing the femoral head, as in total hip replacement

    surgery, Dr. Yerasimides said. It preserves more of the

    femoral bone, and has a low dislocation and wear rate.

    After hip resurfacing, many patients have a more

    natural gait and faster walking rate compared to those

    who have hip replacement. Best of all, patients have no

    restrictions and are allowed to return to normal activities,

    including sports.

    When Dr. Yerasimides told me about hip resurfacing,

    I was sold, Ditto said.

    While many surgeons perform hip resurfacing, only

    a handful in the United States perform it through the

    anterior approach, which offers the advantage of less soft

    tissue and muscle being cut and a smaller incision,

    Dr. Yerasimides said. I am a rm believer in preservation

    of the soft tissue and muscle envelope around the hip.

    Olympic-size successNew hip surgery technique offers return to active lifestyle

    Orthopaedic care at Norton

    Brownsboro HospitalThe rst new hospital to serve the northeastern Jefferson

    County community features a patient- and family-centered

    model of care and an enhanced environmental and health

    principles model. Find out the latest trends in orthopaedic

    care, including surgery, available at the new hospital,

    and take a virtual tour of the state-of-the-art facility atNortonBrownsboroHospital.com.

    Anterior-approach hip resurfacing is performed

    with the assistance of X-rays in the operating room.

    This ensures the cap is centered precisely on the femurand the cup is positioned correctly in the pelvis. The

    longevity and success of hip resurfacing has been shown

    to be directly related to implant position, so this is a

    considerable advantage

    of performing the surgery

    through the anterior

    approach, according to

    Dr. Yerasimides.

    With just a 5-inch

    incision compared to12-16 inches in a total hip

    replacement, Ditto was up

    and walking the evening of

    his surgery and discharged

    from the hospital the next day; plus he didnt need

    physical therapy.

    I used a crutch for three days and did the stretches

    and exercises Dr. Yerasimides told me to do, Ditto said.

    I was walking three miles in just weeks. In four months I

    was back playing basketball, mountain biking and hiking

    and pain-free!

    Proving nothing was going to slow him down, just

    a year after surgery Ditto competed in basketball at the

    National Senior Games.

    Jennifer Reynolds

    Want to know more?Is hip pain slowing you down? Find out if anterior-

    approach hip resurfacing could be right for you by calling

    Norton Orthopaedic Specialists at (502) 394-6341.

    Jonathan Yerasimides, M.D.

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    David Ditto of Nicholasville, Ky.

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    neuro/spine care

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    M

    adeline and Camille Davis

    share sweet personalities,long straight hair and a love of

    American Girl dolls. They also share

    a condition called tethered cord

    syndrome.

    Tethered cord syndrome is a

    neurological disorder that results from

    a birth defect, according to Thomas

    Moriarty, M.D., Ph.D., pediatric

    neurosurgery. The lowest part of the

    spinal cord develops abnormally and

    causes several signs and symptoms

    that show up as a child grows.

    For Madeline, 8, and Camille, 6,

    the disorder caused bladder and

    bowel problems, pain, tingling in

    their legs and feet, and affected their

    basic motor skills, which made them

    appear a bit clumsy. They both also

    walked on their toes.

    We began to notice something was

    wrong when Madeline was about2 years old. When I would tell her

    to walk at-footed she would tell me

    that she couldnt because it hurt, said

    Lori Davis, the girls mom. Later we

    saw some of the same problems with

    Camille. They just couldnt do the

    things that other children their ages

    were doing.

    Both girls were seeing multiple

    specialists for their symptoms, but achance encounter during a visit with

    a friend at Kosair Childrens Hospital

    A tale of two sisterssaved the day. The Davis family met

    Dr. Moriarty, who later reviewed anMRI scan for Madeline and saw the

    tethered cord that had previously

    gone undetected. Madeline was then

    scheduled for surgery. During the

    procedure, Dr. Moriarty released the

    connected part of the spinal cord by

    clipping it.

    As Lori was answering questions

    before Madelines surgery, she realized

    that many of the answers applied

    to symptoms that Camille was

    experiencing as well. An MRI revealed

    the same condition in Camille, who

    had surgery just three months after

    Madeline.

    The girls are now avid swimmers,

    active in gymnastics and love to ride

    bikes all things they either couldnt

    do or couldnt do well before surgery.

    In 2008 our daughters had more

    than 200 doctor appointments as wetried to deal with the symptoms they

    were experiencing, Lori said. Last

    year was a totally different year for us.

    Our lives were changed by knowing

    what were dealing with and having it

    corrected.Keri Shain

    Pediatric

    neurosurgeon joinsNorton NeuroscienceInstitute

    Norton Healthcare welcomes

    Charles Stevenson, M.D.,

    pediatric neurosurgery, who joins

    Thomas Moriarty, M.D., Ph.D.,

    chief of pediatric neurosurgery

    at Kosair Childrens Hospital.

    Dr. Stevenson also is a part of

    Norton Neuroscience Institute.He has advanced training in pediatric

    neurosurgery and the study and

    treatment of brain tumors.

    Dr. Stevenson brings a wealth of

    skills and expertise to the community,

    where there is a great need for

    neurosurgeons specializing in the

    care of children.

    Charles Stevenson, M.D.

    Madeline and Camille Davis

    of Louisville

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    cancer care

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    Scott Moore, 53, an avid bicyclist, considered himself a health-conscious

    individual. So in January 2009, he was shocked to learn he had colon cancer.

    Ive always been relatively healthy and active, Moore said. Ive been prettygood about going to the doctor for regular checkups. I never imagined I would be

    diagnosed with colon cancer.

    According to the American Cancer Society, some 148,000 people are diagnosed

    with colon cancer each year, resulting in more than 55,000 deaths making it the

    No. 2 cancer killer in the United States. Despite staggering statistics, colon cancer,

    unlike other cancers, is nearly 90 percent treatable if detected early.

    On average, it takes ve to 15 years for cancer to form from colon polyps in the

    intestine, said Martin Mark, M.D., gastroenterology. Because colon cancer often

    doesnt present any symptoms, regular screenings, typically every 10 years starting

    at age 50, are the most effective way to prevent colon cancer.During a colonoscopy, a specialist examines the large intestine using a thin,

    exible tube equipped with a ber optic camera to inspect for polyps, or

    growths, that can develop into cancer. If a polyp is detected, it typically can be

    removed during the colonoscopy. The procedure is relatively quick and usually

    is conducted on an outpatient basis.

    For most people, the hardest part of the procedure is the prep required

    the day before, Dr. Mark said. They must take uid to help empty their

    intestines. While not pleasant, it typically isnt painful. The procedure is

    usually completed in less than 30 minutes and conscious sedation is used,

    so most patients report feeling no to very little discomfort during the

    colonoscopy and return to normal activities later that day.

    Despite the effectiveness of colonoscopy for prevention and

    early detection of colon cancer, the majority of Kentuckians

    arent screened as recommended, because many put off

    colonoscopies out of fear or the stigma associated with the

    procedure.

    When I turned 50, I knew it was time to get a

    colonoscopy, but I just kept avoiding it, Moore said. It

    wasnt until I started having symptoms that I decided to

    take action.

    In February, Moore underwent surgery to remove his colon.Looking back, knowing what I know now, I most denitely

    would have had a colonoscopy when I turned 50, he said.

    The colonoscopy was nothing compared to my surgery

    and recovery.Steven Jenkins

    Want to know more?March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month! Come to a colon cancer

    education and screening event at area malls, pick up a home

    screening kit and learn how you can win a $50 mall gift card.

    See the enclosed pullout calendar for locations, dates and times.

    Conquering colonoscopy

    Overcoming the fear could help save

    your life

    Scott Moore of Louisville

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    geriatric care

    G e t H e a l t h y 0

    An elderly neighbor who

    regularly walks her dog, drives

    to the grocery store and takes a yoga

    class ends up in the hospital with

    pneumonia. She may recover quickly

    and be back to her gardening before

    the rst weed appears; or, like manyaging adults, she could experience

    distress, disorientation and even

    depression, leading to further decline.

    During times of hospitalization,

    it is common for older patients to

    have some setbacks due to a change

    in environment, inactivity and

    lack of mental stimulation, said

    William R. Bradford, M.D., medical

    director, Norton Audubon Hospital.

    ACEing a hospital stay

    New inpatient units focus on older adults unique needs

    Nick

    Bonura

    photo

    A growing number of hospitals

    nationwide are addressing this issue

    by creating specialty units designed to

    promote healing by keeping elderly

    patients safe, active and mentally alert

    during a short-term stay.

    Just as pediatricians care forthe special needs of children, in

    these specialty units for the elderly

    (usually called ACE acute care for

    elders units), a geriatric-trained

    team of caregivers creates and carries

    out a personalized plan of care for

    each patient. The team promotes

    caring and coping, safe medication

    management, mobility, healthy

    nutrition, cognition and dischargeplanning/care transition.

    The pharmacist, for example, talks

    with patients about their medications

    to ensure treating one conditiondoesnt affect another. The nutritionist

    may create a meal plan to address

    such issues as anemia or diabetes.

    The music therapist may use a

    number of instruments or guided

    relaxation techniques to ease a

    patients anxiety before or during a

    diagnostic test.

    Unless a patients physician has

    ordered bed rest, the care team assistspatients with activities of daily living

    like getting out of bed, dressing

    for meals, walking the hallways or

    playing a game with a volunteer

    or family member to help keep

    them active, restore their condence

    and help them regain strength and

    stamina.

    Research has shown that

    older adults treated in ACE units

    nationwide tend to have shorter

    hospital stays and fewer incidences

    of being discharged to long-term care

    facilities, according to Dr. Bradford.

    ACE unit patients have the

    desire to return to the same level of

    independence they had before they

    were admitted to the hospital,

    Dr. Bradford said. We help them

    do that.

    Tammy Warren

    Want to know more?Norton Audubon Hospital is the

    rst facility in the Louisville area to

    create an acute care for elders (ACE)

    unit. For more information, visit

    NortonHealthcare.com/ACE.

    Occupational therapist Karla Ferguson and patient Marie Gardner in the ACE unit at

    Norton Audubon Hospital

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    Want to know more?Bookmark KosairChildrens.com on your computer! This kid-friendly health information, part of the Kohls

    Just for Kids C.A.R.E. (Child Advocacy Regional Education) Program, is made possible by generous support

    from Kohls Department Stores in partnership with the Childrens Hospital Foundation.

    pediatric care

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    Web offers trusted information for whole family

    In an age when information is available

    at the stroke of a key, it can be difcult

    to know what is legitimate and what may

    be hype. To help take the guesswork out of

    health and safety information for kids, teens

    and families, Kosair Childrens Hospitaladded a comprehensive health information

    library to KosairChildrens.com. The site

    features medically reviewed articles, videos,

    features and news written to be age-

    appropriate for parents, children and teens.

    We understand how important it is to

    educate not only parents, but children and

    teens, about health and wellness, said

    Thomas D. Kmetz, president,

    Kosair Childrens Hospital and PediatricServices. As families look to the Web for

    information about disease and wellness, we

    want to ensure they are receiving factual,

    relevant, medically accurate information.

    Thats why were offering health information

    written just for kids and teens.

    The site features information in both English

    and Spanish presented in fun ways, including

    topics on parenting, general health, medical

    conditions, child development, behavior,

    nutrition, tness, rst aid, safety and more.

    Other unique features include: Cooking and Recipes Recipes for

    kids and teens with diabetes, lactose

    intolerance and other health conditions

    Childrens Health News The latest

    medical research and news written for

    parents in easy-to-understand language

    The Game Closet Fun and interactive

    experiments, mini-health movies and

    games to make learning fun for kids

    Word! Medical terms with denitionschildren can understand; a great

    homework helper

    BMI Calculator Easy-to-understand

    information about weight (including

    ideal weight ranges) and the ability to

    track a childs body mass index over time

    Keri Shain

    Christina and Mike Efngerwith son Matt of

    Louisville

    More on the physicians

    in this issue of

    Get Healthy

    William R. Bradford, M.D.medical directorNorton Audubon Hospital1 Audubon Plaza DriveLouisville, KY 40217(502) 636-7679

    Robert Homm, M.D. reproductive endocrinology/infertility

    Fertility and Endocrine AssociatesNorton Medical Plaza III SuburbanSuite 4144121 Dutchmans LaneLouisville, KY 40207(502) 897-2144

    Martin Mark, M.D.gastroenterologyGastroenterology Consultants

    of Louisville4001 Dutchmans Lane, Suite 7BLouisville, KY 40207(502) 896-4711

    Thomas M. Moriarty, M.D., Ph.D.pediatric neurosurgerychief of pediatric neurosurgery,

    Kosair Childrens HospitalNorton Neuroscience Institute210 E. Gray St., Suite 1105Louisville, KY 40202(502) 583-1697

    Charles Stevenson, M.D.pediatric neurosurgeryNorton Neuroscience Institute210 E. Gray St., Suite 1105Louisville, KY 40202(502) 583-1697

    Thomas N. Tabb, M.D.perinatologyNorton Maternal-Fetal Medicine

    SpecialistsChildrens Hospital Foundation BuildingSuite 700

    601 S. Floyd St.Louisville, KY 40202(502) 629-7181

    Jonathan Yerasimides, M.D.orthopaedics/hip & pelvis reconstructionNorton Orthopaedic SpecialistsNorton Medical Plaza BrownsboroSuite 3034950 Norton Healthcare Blvd.Louisville, KY 40241(502) 394-6341

    Angelino Yson, M.D.endocrinology & internal medicineNorton Medical Associates

    Endocrinology & Internal MedicineNorton Medical Plaza West AudubonSuite 305

    2355 Poplar Level RoadLouisville, KY 40217

    (502) 636-5532

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