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Carle Health RN goes above and beyond for his patients

Will Swanson, RN, went beyond the call of his position to help change the flat tire of his patient’s daughter to make sure his patient could get home safely.

Carle BroMenn Medical Center neurosurgeon redefines care

Ann Stroink, MD, FAANS, board-certified neurosurgeon at Carle BroMenn Medical Center, retired November 22, 2023. Dr. Stroink’s substantial career contributed many advancements in the field of healthcare and to the Carle Health community.

Advance Care Planning grows in Carle and the Community

The Advance Care Planning team continues their commitment to be a trusted partner to the community, providing resources for patients to take the lead in their healthcare choices and goal-oriented care.

New Research Sheds Light on Concussions in Young Athletes

New research may unlock clues that improve detection of concussions in young athletes. The results could lead to improved diagnosis and better decisions on when it’s safe for an athlete to return to play.

Is it cancer or not? Clinic in Peoria provides quick results and supportive treatment

Team provides wraparound support, calm to patients referred to this Greater Peoria clinic by their primary care doctors.

Honoring Infant Loss at the Center of Ceremonies in Urbana, Normal on Oct. 15

Champaign County couple knows the importance of remembering an infant who left the earth too soon but is still in their hearts. They join others at an annual celebration of life.

Carle Health Methodist, Carle Foundation hospitals among nation's best for bariatric surgery

Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria has been accredited as a bariatric surgery center of excellence. Meanwhile, Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana has been accredited for a fourth time.

Help your child be a star “Pupil” this year with an annual eye exam at the Carle Eye Department

With the new school year quickly approaching, it’s important to schedule your child’s yearly eye exam, addressing any vision problems before they interfere with school performance.

Carle Health hospitals recognized for excellence in stroke treatment

Four Carle Health hospitals have earned American Heart Association/American Stroke Association Get With The Guidelines recognitions for ensuring that every stroke patient receives the latest, best care.

Off to a good start: Healthy Beginnings early childhood ambassadors boost the next generation

Whether it is advice on finding day care, finding a job or monthly budgeting, Healthy Beginnings early childhood community ambassadors work with home visiting nurses to help moms support their child’s earliest years.

Volunteers provide a kind smile and comfort items to make patient experience more pleasant

Comfort Cart is a new program at Carle Foundation Hospital to support patients in a similar fashion to a volunteer program already bringing reprieve to patients at Carle BroMenn Medical Center.

Pinnacle Award winners ensure best-in-class experiences for patients, team members

Carle Health honors six team members with annual recognition of excellence, mentorship, professional development, solution-focused teamwork and demonstration of values.

Nurse reflects on 53 years at the bedside as she retires

For more than half a century, Karen Guymon worked at Carle Foundation Hospital as a nurse who brought dedication and an upbeat attitude with her to each 12-hour shift. As she retires, one supervisor will always remember her as a shining light.

Child Abuse Safety Team works to break cycles of abuse, raise awareness

Through professional collaboration, team members hope to bring investigative, judicial and social agencies together even more to improve child abuse investigations.

Recognizing stroke and aneurysm symptoms help patients receive lifesaving treatments in time

Recognizing the signs and reacting quickly to conditions that impact the brain can help a person receive lifesaving treatments during the most critical period of time.

International nurses bring skills and unique experience to supplement care team

Registered nurse looks back on his move from the Philippines to find his calling making an impact with patients at Carle Foundation Hospital for nearly 20 years.

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