Monthly Archives: July 2012
My Meriter Story: Meriter Has Dedicated Staff
Three times in the last year I have been a patient on the 11th floor at Meriter. Every single person I met was wonderful! Everyone was kind, professional and knowledgeable. I felt like we were all partners in my … Continue reading
Join us at the Meriter Stoughton Open House
Christopher Harkin, MD, and Vern Partello, MD, welcome you to join us as we celebrate the opening of Meriter Stoughton. This new clinic – which begins serving patients on August 13 – offers easy access to extraordinary health care for … Continue reading
Emphasize Sports …. Not Snacks
For many families with school-age children, summertime is the season of endless sport practices and games, which is a great thing. It’s wonderful to get your kids out and moving around as much as possible; however, as my children are … Continue reading
Welcome Mary Reinke, Chief Marketing and Planning Officer
Join us in welcoming Mary Reinke, Chief Marketing and Planning Officer at Meriter Health Services. She is a key member of the senior executive team, providing leadership in the areas of marketing, strategic planning, community relations and business development. Reinke has more … Continue reading
Meriter Receives Citation of Merit for Commitment to Quality
Meriter Hospital is one of only four U.S. hospitals being recognized today for its leadership and innovation in quality improvement and safety. Meriter Hospital received the 2012 American Hospital Association-McKesson Quest for Quality Citation of Merit. The American Hospital Association-McKesson … Continue reading
New Dermatology Clinic Now Open
Meriter gives you a choice You now have a choice for your dermatology services — a new clinic in Middleton, with board certified dermatologists and appointments for adults and children. Isn’t that the way it should be? Our newest clinic … Continue reading
How To Prevent Tick Bites?
Recommended by Dr. Kraske, Internist at Meriter Middleton Clinic Tick-borne diseases occur worldwide, including in your own backyard. People usually pick up ticks from woody underbrush, tall grass or weeds, and the fur of outdoor pets. To help protect yourself … Continue reading
Healthy Recipe: Grilled Chicken with Mango Salsa
Recommended by Meriter’s Clinical Dietitian, Krista Kohls. Ingredients Cooking spray 1.25 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper Marinade Juice of 1 medium orange Juice of 1 lemon 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 cloves … Continue reading
Summer Heat Safety Tips
According to Dr. James H. Shropshire, Family Medicine physician at the Meriter Fitchburg clinic, summer heat waves can be dangerous. Here are some heat safety tips he gives his patients to fight the heat: • Drink plenty of fluids – During … Continue reading
Physicians Plus Moves Forward
The following Guest Editorial by Jim Woodward, Meriter President and CEO, first appeared in the Wisconsin State Journal on Friday, July 6. Readers of this publication over the past year have seen unprecedented sparks fly between Meriter Health Services and … Continue reading
Meriter Again Named Most Wired Hospital
Meriter Hospital has been recognized as one of the nation’s Most Wired, according to the results of the 2012 Most Wired Survey released in the July issue of Hospitals & Health Networks magazine. This is the second year in a … Continue reading
Remember Grill Safety
During the summer I love using my grill. Burgers, brats, pork tenderloin (and don’t forget grilled vegetables) make for some of my favorite meals. Whether it is charcoal or gas, nothing beats donning my apron, a cool beverage, and taking … Continue reading
Patient Story – I’m Awestruck at the Kindness of Meriter’s Employees
I recently had my very first surgery, which I was nervous about. I am impressed with how my care was handled from beginning to end. Dr. McMurray initially referred me to the Digestive Health Center and from there to … Continue reading
Meriter Now Offering Allergy/Immunology Services
The Meriter Medical Group is proud to welcome Jeremy Bufford, MD. Dr. Bufford will lead the new allergy & immunology division for Meriter. Dr. Bufford is accepting appointments and will begin seeing patients (adults and children) today (July 3) at both … Continue reading