Category Archives: Meriter News

Over the years, Meriter donated 45 cars to Rawhide, which is more than any other organization. The total value of the cars is estimated at $90,000 – that is enough financial support for three boys to complete the Rawhide program. … Continue reading →

  I was scheduled to undergo some tests in Molecular Medicine at Meriter Hospital. The procedure was anxiety provoking for me, but I was given a tour by a Radiology Tech ahead of time to show me what would happen. … Continue reading →

Mary C. Flynn, MD Internist Meriter West Washington “Each day, my goal is to make a difference in someone’s life.”  Medical Interests Dr. Flynn enjoys working with college-aged students through seniors. She has special interests in caring for men, dealing … Continue reading →

The birth of my daughter, Kennedy Faith, was the best experience of my life! I have gone through so much in trying to get my baby girl! Dr. Fred Melius was a huge part of the journey by encouraging me … Continue reading →

Gayle Worland/Wisconsin State Journal When Dr. Frank Greer visited the hospital room of brand-new mother Amy Hurt last month, he came bearing an unusual baby gift: Two boxes of slides from a surgery 27 years earlier that made Wisconsin history. … Continue reading →

My dad was brought in on Monday evening and was transported from Mauston, WI after suffering a heart attack. He had nothing bad to say about your hospital. The nurses, not only beautiful, but very, very caring and nice. They … Continue reading →

We are very pleased to welcome Daniel Mansfield, MD, FACS, General Surgeon, to the Meriter Specialty Clinic. Daniel Mansfield, MD, FACS General Surgeon Meriter Specialty Clinic 202 S. Park Street, Madison, WI 53715 Phone: 608.417.5454 “A good doctor – patient relationship … Continue reading →

Don’t use cold weather as an excuse to stay on the couch until spring. Keeping physically active through the winter helps control your weight, which is crucial for managing metabolic syndrome and reducing your risk for heart disease and diabetes. … Continue reading →

A patient’s story… I have been a Meriter employee for seven years. Four months ago, I switched from UW Health to Meriter Deming Way. Meriter Deming Way has been amazing. From Rachel and Terri, the receptionists, to Dr Bavishi’s wonderful … Continue reading →

  A patient’s story… I recently started working at Meriter and decided to take my son to a Meriter pediatrician. I selected Dr. George Idarraga. At the first visit, Dr. George picked up on an abnormality in one of my … Continue reading →

Cooper was born prematurely and spent over five weeks in neonatal intensive care at Meriter Hospital. Listen to the story of how Cooper’s mother, Amy, and his father, Keith, experienced the challenges of his birth and his journey to healthy … Continue reading →

You’re invited to experience JointCare at our Open House on December 12! What is JointCare? Meriter Hospital works collaboratively with orthopedic surgeons from around the community to provide comprehensive joint replacement options. Our program, JointCare, is designed to help educate … Continue reading →

Meriter.com won the GOLD eHealthcare Leadership Award for the Best Overall Internet Site. The judging criteria for the Best Overall Internet Site was based on more than 40 factors, which included the delivery of strong health content, interactivity, medical care … Continue reading →

We are excited to announce that the talented Suzuki Strings musicians will perform a concert at Meriter on December 10! Suzuki Strings of Madison provides children of all ages quality, comprehensive violin instruction. The children learn classical music and showcase … Continue reading →

Thomson Reuters has named Meriter Hospital a 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospital in the United States for 2012.  Meriter is the only Madison hospital so recognized.  Earlier this year, Meriter Hospital was named one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® by … Continue reading →

Honor or remember a friend, family member or co-worker this holiday season by purchasing a blue or white Love Light for Meriter’s outdoor tree. Blue lights symbolize people being honored and white lights symbolize people being remembered. For a minimum … Continue reading →

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Fresh Madison Market, Meriter Health Services and Physicians Plus are proud to introduce “Freshmobile.” A mobile grocery store on wheels, the “Freshmobile” will be stocked with healthy food choices. It will travel throughout the Dane County area serving underprivileged neighborhoods … Continue reading →

Meriter Hospital would like to recognize the SANE staff. Every day they make a difference in the lives of their patients. These nurses work with victims daily, and sometimes perpetrators of violence, providing compassionate, ethical and evidence based care. A … Continue reading →

Meriter Medical Group, Union Transfer and WOLX are teaming up to hold the Thanksgiving on the Mayflower Food Drive. From November 7-11, you can drop off food at the new Meriter Monona clinic (located at 6408 Copps Avenue) hoping to fill … Continue reading →

Effective January 1, 2012, Wisconsin Heart & Vascular Institute will join Meriter Medical Group. The practice, which includes 16 cardiologists, vascular surgeons and mid-level providers who are highly trained specialists with experience in all areas of cardiovascular care, will be … Continue reading →