What to Wear When Running

Knowing what to wear when running is just as important to your race success as your training schedule. Franciscan Health Sports Medicine Specialist Dr. Catherine Reese shares advice on how to determine what you should wear for your next competitive race, whether you are running in cold weather or racing in hot temperatures.
Get more tips on preparing for your next half marathon or full marathon at https://www.franciscanhealth.org/marathontraining.

Flattening the COVID-19 Coronavirus Curve

In response to the growing number of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, Franciscan Health wants you to know why staying at home helps protect our healthcare staff in Indiana and Illinois and each other. Help us flatten the curve!

To determine if you qualify for a Telephonic COVID-19 Nurse Consultation, please complete Franciscan Health’s online, non-diagnostic assessment to review your symptoms and risk factors. The assessment will take about seven minutes to complete, and based on your responses, you’ll be provided with recommended next steps. Visit https://www.franciscanhealth.org/covidaware.

Scott Sinnott, MD, OBGYN

Dr. Scott Sinnott is an OBGYN physician with Franciscan Physician Network. His office location and phone number are:

3920 St. Francis Way
Suites 100 &110
Lafayette, IN 47905
To make an appointment, call (765) 428-5990.

Physician Profile Link: https://www.franciscanhealth.org/find-a-doctor/physician/scott-sinnott-1366401184

Our doctors will hear you now. Franciscan Physician Network provides convenient, comprehensive care for your entire family. Our physicians provide personal care for their patients and coordinate other medical care as needed.

Franciscan Physician Network is one of the largest and most respected physician networks in the Midwest. Together, we’re inspiring health in our communities by caring for you and your family throughout every stage of life.

“This Hospital Was Built…” Franciscan Health Michigan City Hospital Opens

Regional health care just got even better with the opening of the Franciscan Health Michigan City hospital. This state-of-the-art facility houses 123 private, inpatient beds, robust outpatient services with cutting-edge diagnostic imaging equipment and the most advanced, life-saving innovations and patient amenities. Our highly-specialized physicians, nurses and staff complement this facility – providing a compassionate team to care for you and your family. #TheFutureIsFranciscan

Joint Replacement Surgery with 3D Mapping

Join Dr. Jared Mahylis as he talks about the steps patients take in considering joint replacement surgery and how 3D mapping can benefit you.

Find out what candidates need in order to be prepared for surgery.

Learn more at https://franciscanhealth.org/jointreplacement

Best Ways to Relieve Caregiver Burnout

Is caring for a loved one stressing you out? You’re not alone. Being a caregiver is a tough job, but there are ways to make it easier. Learn what you can do to lighten your load, both physically and emotionally.

Caregiving can bum you out: 40 to 70% of unpaid caregivers have signs of depression. Learn how to get the emotional support you need and how to ease caregiving pressures. #seniorcare #autism #alzheimers #cancer #caregiver

Harsha Ranganath, MD, Oncologist/Hematologist

Dr. Harsha Ranganath is a medical oncologist and hematologist with Franciscan Physician Network. His office location and phone number are:

123 2nd Street
Columbus, IN 47201
To make an appointment, call (812) 375-6328.

Physician Profile Link: https://www.franciscanhealth.org/find-a-doctor/physician/harsha-ranganath-1013282243

Our doctors will hear you now. Franciscan Physician Network provides convenient, comprehensive care for your entire family. Our physicians provide personal care for their patients and coordinate other medical care as needed.

Franciscan Physician Network is one of the largest and most respected physician networks in the Midwest. Together, we’re inspiring health in our communities by caring for you and your family throughout every stage of life.

I Am Franciscan

St. Francis of Assisi gave us a special gift. The powerful example of the difference one can make in the lives of others.

Those who are Franciscan at heart believe in the unlimited potential of love and faith—and that acts of kindness create healing. A Franciscan shares joy and celebrates life. It’s being grateful, knowledgeable and extending a hand. Being Franciscan isn’t about being perfect, it’s about caring. Tell us how Franciscan Health makes a difference in your life.

April Is Donate Life Month_Video

Understanding organ donation and becoming an organ donor is actually quite simple. You can visit DonateLife.org to learn everything you need to know about organ donation.

Learn what organ donation—specifically, donating a heart—means to the staff at St.Vincent Heart Center of Indiana in the video below.

St.Vincent Health – Project 18 (Peyton Manning) – Parental Involvement

Project 18 is a team effort among Peyton Manning, the medical team at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St.Vincent, Marsh Supermarkets, Ball State University, and community members. The goal is simple: to help kids and parents set goals, eat smarter, get active — and make childhood obesity in Indiana a thing of the past.

So you’re having a baby. Now what_Video

Now connect with all the great healthcare resources of St.Vincent. We can help you find a doctor you’ll love and a place to delivery your baby that offers all the comfort and caring of St.Vincent. Remember, you can call 317-338-4-HER with questions, 24/7. Or find a doctor online at 3384her.com!

2012 St.Vincent Corporate Challenge Bigger and Better than Ever_Video

St.Vincent Health built a team of 100 associates to compete against many other corporations in 17 athletic events, including distance runs, shorter sprints, a fitness walk, and field activities (called “Good Sport Events”), such as basketball shootout, football throw for accuracy, golf chipping challenge, and soccer shootout, to name a few. Also there was a 6-mile cycling time trial, bowling, cornhole challenge and sand volleyball That means there were many opportunities to demonstrate your athletic talent, meet new St.Vincent associates and team members, and have a great time!

For those associates or team members who weren’t interested in competing athletically, the 2012 ISC Corporate Challenge included a charity portion competition where Team St.Vincent Health received points based on how much was donated to local charities, including Gleaners Food Bank and the Indiana Sports Corporation’s Geared for Health: Sports Equipment for Kids program.

4KidsHealth App

Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St.Vincent launched a new iPhone and iPad app, 4KidsHealth, which gives parents a portable resource for useful children’s health information. The free app features a symptom checker to help parents discover the most appropriate treatment options for more than 90 health issues such as vomiting, rashes and abdominal pain. Once the symptom is identified, the app provides convenient treatment recommendations including home care, a visit to the pediatrician or emergency room, or a prompt to call 911 for emergency situations. In addition, 4KidsHealth has more than 145 parental advice tips that range from bullying to how to deal with finicky eaters. 4KidsHealth is available for download at 4kidshealthapp.com or in the iTunes App Store.

2011 Key to the Cure: A Recap_Video

On October 15, 2011, the St.Vincent Foundation and Saks Fifth Avenue hosted the fifth annual Key To The Cure event.

Part of a nationwide Saks Fifth Avenue fundraising initiative to raise funds for cancer treatment and research, proceeds from the event benefit St.Vincent Cancer Care. This year, Jennifer Hudson served as the 2011 national Key to the Cure ambassador, while Elie Tahari designed the limited edition t-shirt.

Key to the cure has been called “one of the city’s fanciest fashion parties,” by the Indianapolis Star, and it certainly was a swanky affair this year, with models strutting their stuff down a catwalk elevated above dinner tables. However, what made the event truly special is how it honored cancer survivors.

St.Vincent Health – Project 18 (Peyton Manning) – Goal Setting

Project 18 is a team effort among Peyton Manning, the medical team at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St.Vincent, Marsh Supermarkets, Ball State University, and community members. The goal is simple: to help kids and parents set goals, eat smarter, get active — and make childhood obesity in Indiana a thing of the past.

Spirit of Caring Award – Jewel Arnold, St. Vincent Mercy Hospital

St.Vincent Health and Comcast are collaborating to produce 30-second TV spots recognizing associates, physicians and volunteers around the St.Vincent Health ministry. These awards are about commitment, compassion and going above and beyond for those we serve—in the Spirit of Caring.

Spirit of Caring Award – Kim Vonderahe, St.Joseph Hospital

St.Vincent Health and Comcast are collaborating to produce 30-second TV spots recognizing associates, physicians and volunteers around the St.Vincent Health ministry. These awards are about commitment, compassion and going above and beyond for those we serve—in the Spirit of Caring.

Traci Runge: Woman of Hope_Video

This year, St.Vincent has launched a new initiative called Women of Hope. The idea behind it is simple: Ordinary people rallying behind the fight against cancer, raising money, hope and awareness, all to support cancer patients and families through survivor initiatives and programs.

Traci Runge is a shining example of the kind of person Women of Hope exists to support. A mother of three, Traci was diagnosed with triple-positive invasive breast cancer last April. She was treated at St.Vincent Cancer Care, finished chemotherapy last month, and is now participating in the survivorship programs Women of Hope helps fund. Traci also had the support of a patient navigator throughout her treatment at St.Vincent — another program supported by Women of Hope.

St.Vincent Health – Project 18 (Peyton Manning) – Fitness

Project 18 is a team effort among Peyton Manning, the medical team at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St.Vincent, Marsh Supermarkets, Ball State University, and community members. The goal is simple: to help kids and parents set goals, eat smarter, get active — and make childhood obesity in Indiana a thing of the past.

Henry’s Story of Hope | Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital Telethon

Henry Wooten’s parents expected their three-year-old’s ER visit to result in a routine prescription for an infection. Instead, they were told their son had leukemia – and an especially aggressive type known as AML. Henry’s condition quickly declined in a domino effect of bodily systems shutting down, including lungs, liver, kidneys and finally, his heart. Fortunately for Henry, he was being treated at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St.Vincent, one of the few medical centers in the state with access to ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation), an advanced form of life support technology that acts as a heart/lung bypass to let major organ systems rest while the body recovers. Watch Henry’s Story of Hope. If you would like to donate to support Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St.Vincent, visit PeytonTelethon.com.

St.Vincent Health – Project 18 (Peyton Manning) – Feelings

Project 18 is a team effort among Peyton Manning, the medical team at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St.Vincent, Marsh Supermarkets, Ball State University, and community members. The goal is simple: to help kids and parents set goals, eat smarter, get active — and make childhood obesity in Indiana a thing of the past.