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Re-engineering neuroscience and surgical practice

Carle Health neurosurgeon and new director of student research at Carle Illinois College of Medicine mentors students while bridging neurosurgery and engineering.

Mrs. Claus brings smiles, gifts and cheer to inpatient Pediatrics at Carle Foundation Hospital

Young patients enjoyed brief visits with Mrs. Claus as she talked to them about Santa Claus and brought small gifts to share ahead of the holiday.

NICU nurses first in nation to use new technology as a bridge from parents to the youngest patients

Carle Foundation Hospital is the first in the U.S. to offer a new, secure video diaries service called vCreate as a way to support families who cannot be in the hospital with their baby. The service is currently used in the U.K.

CI MED study led by Carle physician offers updates for AFib, anti-stroke treatment

Underused anticoagulant treatment, regional differences and high levels of additional health problems among findings in atrial fibrillation study.

Families invited to honor infants lost during events in Urbana, Normal

Parents share their journey of infant loss and welcome others to join in special program to find solace and share memories.

Carle provides expert advisors to dispel myths and support breastfeeding needs

Knowing if a newborn is getting enough milk often comes down to trusting the baby’s instincts and a few other signs. International Board Certified Lactation Consultants are available at Carle Health to guide mothers through the highs and lows of nursing for a more fulfilling experience.

Patient experience leads to hospital housekeeping, nursing assistant certification

Inaugural Nursing Education Award goes to Carle Richland CNA who moved from housekeeping to certified nursing assistant.

Final call: Families, friends of nurses provide lasting memory through Nurse Honor Guard

Carle Health offers a way to honor fellow nurses through the Nurse Honor Guard; participants support a short observance at a funeral or visitation to recognize individuals for their nursing dedication.

Volunteers sought to interact with patients who see few visitors at Carle Foundation Hospital

Something as simple as sharing the gift of time and making a human connection is mutually beneficial for the volunteer and the patient admitted to the hospital.

World-class pediatric care recognized at Carle Foundation Hospital

Carle Foundation Hospital is one of three Pediatric Critical Care Centers in downstate Illinois and 11 statewide.

Bronchiolitis kits offer at-home peace of mind for parents after an Emergency Department visit

Carle Foundation Hospital offers take-home kits as an alternative for qualifying parents who bring a young child to the Emergency Department with respiratory illness.

Partnership fosters innovation aimed at children who had heart transplants

The multisite project studies whether magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technology could replace invasive biopsies.

Carle medical professionals offer tips on protecting yourself in frigid weather

Common sense, clothing, listening to body queues are essential to managing frigid temperatures during winter.

Carle Foundation Hospital Substance Use Navigators Provide a Bridge to Recovery

Addiction recovery is bringing a new human connection to addiction patients who may be at one of their lowest points as an emergency department patient.

Filipino nurses, culture at Carle Foundation Hospital marks 20 years with a celebration

Traditional foods were part of the occasion recognizing the commitment and excellence of the nurses who traveled from the Phillippines and the teams of nurses who welcome them.

7 Tesla MRI opening doors about traumatic brain injury for research team

Collaborative effort involves following patients in hopes of identifying improved traumatic brain injury treatments for the future.

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