Research into rare neurological disorder gives Lisa Miller a new lease on life
The changes were subtle at first. "Almost unnoticeable," says Lisa Miller, remembering the symptoms that seemed to appear suddenly in 2017. At a holiday celebration, the Front Royal, Virginia, project engineer remembers falling out of her shoes. "My left heel kept coming out from my shoes," she says. She chalked it up to too much merriment. A few months later, a co-worker told Lisa her gait was off and that she was dragging her left… (Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News)
Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News - December 24, 2021 Category: Hospital Management Source Type: news
Primary care clinicians adjust recommendations for colorectal cancer screening to accommodate patient needs and preferences, study finds
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Colorectal cancer is the second-most frequent cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S. Despite the availability of several effective screening tests, colorectal cancer screening rates remain below national goals. "Nearly one-third of eligible adults in the U.S. are not up to date on colorectal cancer screening, and even lower rates have been observed among populations that are traditionally underserved," says Lila Rutten, Ph.D., a health services researcher at Mayo Clinic and the… (Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News)
Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News - December 14, 2021 Category: Hospital Management Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic stands with other health care organizations to urge public to help curb COVID-19
ROCHESTER, Minn. — CEOs from nine Minnesota health systems have come together in an appeal to the public, asking them to help our state’s overwhelmed health care system. As COVID-19 continues to surge, leaders have taken out a full-page ad in major newspapers across the state this week that highlight the critica l nature of the situation, the heartbreaking realities facing hospitals and how the community can help. Almost two years into this pandemic, Minnesota health… (Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News)
Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News - December 13, 2021 Category: Hospital Management Source Type: news
AI algorithm can predict long-term patient survival after cardiac surgery, Mayo Clinic study finds
ROCHESTER, Minn. — A novel artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm that identifies a cardiac dysfunction from a single-lead EKG also can predict long-term patient survival after cardiac surgery, according to new research from Mayo Clinic. The study, published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings, finds that an algorithm that previously has shown it can detect patients with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction also may predict long-term mortality after cardiac surgery, making it a potentially valuable tool for assessing… (Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News)
Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News - December 1, 2021 Category: Hospital Management Source Type: news
AJ Dunn named chief administrative officer for Mayo Clinic in Florida
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Mayo Clinic has named AJ Dunn chief administrative officer of Mayo Clinic in Florida, effective Wednesday, Dec. 1. He will succeed Christina Zorn, J.D., who was named Mayo Clinic's chief administrative officer. Dunn will be the administrative partner to Kent Thielen, M.D., CEO of Mayo Clinic in Florida. AJ Dunn "AJ is a truly tremendous, innovative leader with a strong track record of contributions to our organization," says Dr. Thielen. "Over nearly… (Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News)
Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News - November 29, 2021 Category: Hospital Management Source Type: news
Osseointegration surgery helps amputees regain mobility
More than 185,000 amputations occur in the U.S. annually, according to the Amputee Coalition. Most are lower limb amputations resulting from diabetes, trauma and cancer. Following limb loss, many patients choose to be fitted with an artificial limb. However, mobility in patients with short residual limbs is often limited, as socket-based prosthetics, which slip onto the stump and form a seal with the skin, do not adhere well, causing a variety of additional health issues.… (Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News)
Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News - November 10, 2021 Category: Hospital Management Source Type: news
8 Mayo Clinic hospitals receive 'A' grade for patient safety
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Eight Mayo Clinic hospitals scored high marks for safety. These hospitals earned an "A" grade for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit organization run by employers and other large purchasers of health benefits. "Our staff are exemplars, with their dedication to ensuring each pat ient receives safe, high-quality care," says Sean Dowdy, M.D., Mayo Clinic's chief value officer. "We continue to take all necessary precautions to protect the safety of patients, visitors… (Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News)
Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News - November 10, 2021 Category: Hospital Management Source Type: news
Setback to comeback: Twin sisters return to the basketball court after ACL tears
As twins, Rachel and Rose Dolmovich do everything together. Nobody thought that would include surgery. Basketball has been their passion since they were 5. But identical injuries nearly crushed their dreams in June 2019. Watch: Rose and Rachel Dolmovich's Mayo Clinic story. https://youtu.be/4Ww2YZlfgAU Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (2:26) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. "I felt like something had moved in my knee.… (Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News)
Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News - November 3, 2021 Category: Hospital Management Source Type: news
A third chance for a young breast cancer patient
Breast cancer does not discriminate ― a truth that a young Florida woman knows three times over. While in college, Jessica Florence found a lump on her right breast. The 21-year-old initially did not believe what she found was serious until she was in pain and experiencing other symptoms. Watch: A third chance for a young breast can cer patient. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XpSCKDvt7KA Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (2:00) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please… (Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News)
Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News - October 13, 2021 Category: Hospital Management Source Type: news
Concord Hospitality and Whitman Peterson to Construct New Hilton Hotel at Mayo Clinic in Florida
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — To offer patients and visitors a premiere hospitality experience, Concord Hospitality Enterprises and Whitman Peterson, in collaboration with Mayo Clinic, will build an eight-story Hilton hotel with 252 guest rooms at Mayo Clinic in Florida. Expected to join Hilton's flagship brand, Hilton Hotel s& Resorts, construction on the $70 million project is scheduled to begin in the summer of 2022, with completion slated for early 2024. The 179,000-square-foot hotel will offer guests… (Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News)
Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News - September 28, 2021 Category: Hospital Management Source Type: news
Patients in Phoenix area now can benefit from Mayo Clinic's advanced care at home model of care
PHOENIX ― Mayo Clinic has expanded its innovative advanced care at home model of care, which provides comprehensive care to patients in the comfort of their own homes, to Mayo Clinic in Arizona. Beginning this week, many patients in the Phoenix and Scottsdale area who otherwise would need to be hospitalized will be able to receive in-person and virtual care through Mayo Clinic's advanced care at home platform. Under 24/7 direction of Mayo Clinic physicians, advanced care… (Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News)
Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News - September 15, 2021 Category: Hospital Management Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic physicians recognized by the Association of American Medical Colleges
Mayo Clinic physicians Judith Kaur, M.D. and Thomas R. Viggiano M.D., M.Ed. have been recognized by the Association of American Medical Colleges with 2021 AAMC awards. The annual awards honor individuals and institutions making significant contributions to medical education, research, clinical care, and community engagement. Judith Kaur, M.D., Professor of Oncology, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science Dr. Kaur, of the Mayo Clinic Cancer Center in Florida received The Herbert W. Nickens Award for… (Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News)
Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News - August 24, 2021 Category: Hospital Management Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic's chief administrative officer to retire Nov. 30
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Jeff Bolton, Mayo Clinic's chief administrative officer, has announced his plans to retire on Nov. 30. He has been Mayo Clinic's chief administrative officer since 2013 and a member of the Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees since 2011. He joined Mayo Clinic in 2002 as its chief financial officer."I a m truly grateful to Jeff for his dedication and service during his 19 years in leadership roles at Mayo Clinic," says Gianrico Farrugia,… (Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News)
Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News - August 23, 2021 Category: Hospital Management Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic in Florida recognized as Center of Excellence for Antimicrobial Stewardship
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Mayo Clinic in Florida has been recognized as an Antimicrobial Stewardship Center of Excellence by the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) ― the only hospital in North Florida to hold that designation. This designation recognizes Mayo Clinic's optimal antimicrobial use and ongoing efforts to combat antimicrobial resistance. "We are honored to receive the IDSA Center of Excellence designation," says Julio Mendez, M.D., chair of Mayo C linic Florida's Antimicrobial Stewardship Program. "It is… (Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News)
Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News - August 3, 2021 Category: Hospital Management Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic reinstates universal masking for the safety of patients, visitors and staff
Due to the continued spread of the delta variant, Mayo Clinic will again require all staff members, regardless of role and COVID-19 vaccination status, to wear masks in all Mayo Clinic buildings, effective Monday, Aug. 2. Patient and visitors are already required to universally mask, and Mayo has decided to extend universal masking of staff at all locations for the safety of staff, patients and visitors. Mayo Clinic's decision aligns with the Centers for Disease… (Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News)
Source: Mayo Clinic Florida News - August 2, 2021 Category: Hospital Management Source Type: news
