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The team at Advocate Christ Medical Center and Dr. Adarsh Bhan recently were the first in the state to perform a new type of ablation therapy to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib). A traditional thermal ablation uses extreme temperatures to destroy targeted tissue in the heart associated with abnormal heart rhythms. This new technology, called the FARAPULSE Pulsed Field Ablation System by Boston Scientific, recently approved by the FDA, uses tissue-selective electrical fields to ablate cardiac tissue without risk to adjacent structure. Learn more about AFib: https://bit.ly/49owwSY

Advocate Aurora Research Institute President Amit Acharya discusses how the institute follows a Learning Health System framework on the Becker's Healthcare Podcast, explaining how it creates a pivotal framework for improving health care delivery. Amit also shares why the formation of Advocate Health – a combination of Advocate Health Care, Aurora Health Care and Atrium Health – makes him excited about future research growth opportunities. “We are expanding our clinical trials footprint and leveraging real world data and real world evidence to inform best clinical practices, improve safety and positive health outcomes,” said Amit. Listen to the full podcast: https://bit.ly/4amuhRC

At 34 weeks pregnant, Jatiana Silencieux and her then-fiancé, Midelson, were eagerly preparing for two momentous occasions: Their upcoming courthouse wedding and the subsequent birth of their baby boy. But their plans quickly changed when cardiac and pregnancy complications landed Jatiana at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, where she underwent an emergency C-section and treatment to deliver her baby several weeks early and save her life. With their newborn, Grayson, in the neonatal intensive care unit, and Jatiana recovering in the ICU, the Advocate team sprang to action to ensure the couple could still tie the knot at the Park Ridge hospital last week. Several doctors, nurses and teammates attended the sentimental ceremony, performed by a hospital chaplain and complete with flowers, decorations, sparkling juice and wedding cakes. But for the couple, the greatest surprise was their special guest, Grayson, who was dressed in a bowtie and transported from the NICU so he could be present for his parents' marriage. While it wasn’t the wedding they had initially planned, Jatiana and her new husband wouldn’t change it for the world. “The entire Advocate team was so sincere and genuine. You could tell they all really cared and wanted to make this a special moment for us,” Jatiana says. “Not only did they put myself and my baby first as patients, but they also gave my family an unforgettable experience.” Congratulations!

The surgical team at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital recently celebrated the arrival of a third robot, called Doc Oc. This fulfills a need due to the high volume of robotic surgeries at Good Samaritan and will allow the team to help even more patients. Robotic surgeries benefit patients because they are minimally invasive and ease recovery time. Kudos to the team for their success!

This is one hoppy baby! After experiencing respiratory failure during birth, Bradley spent nine days in the neonatal intensive care unit at Advocate Children’s Hospital in Park Ridge. During that time, the team made sure to take photos to help Bradley and his family commemorate his milestones, including Easter. Luckily, Bradley was able to go home in time to celebrate the holiday with his parents and three siblings. “The NICU went above and beyond my expectations. My heart felt at ease knowing my baby was being taken care of by these talented nurses and doctors,” said Bradley’s mom, Trisha. “Our family is overjoyed Bradley is home with us. Our smiling never stops.”

Join us in celebrating Doctors' Day by honoring the extraordinary commitment of our 22,000+ physicians at Advocate Health. Their dedication makes a difference in countless lives every day. Let’s show them how much we care! Share your appreciation in the comments below and click here to read inspiring stories about doctors across our system: https://bit.ly/3xcyFUA

Emergency Medicine Physician Dr. Oyinkansola Okubanjo grew up in the South Side of Chicago and remembers all the free community programs that helped shape her teen years. She recently spoke about her experience at a summit marking five years of Southland RISE – a collaborative between Advocate Health Care and UChicago Medicine. Dr. Okubanjo praised programming like the kind Southland RISE helps fund. She even credits the Live from the Heart program for sparking her interest in medicine. The program, a partnership with Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry and Advocate Christ Medical Center, gave teens the opportunity to witness a heart transplant surgery and learn about health care careers. Dr. Okubanjo now treats patients at Advocate Christ. Southland RISE (Resilience Initiative to Strengthen and Empower) is marking five years this month and integrates the violence recovery and trauma programs of the two health systems. These joint resources allow Southland RISE to foster community collaborations and create interventions, similar to what Dr. Okubanjo experienced growing up, and so far has awarded $650,000 in grants. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3PH51Ny

For Rachel Davy, Nurse of the Year at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, her motivation to become a nurse came from the heart. It’s rooted in her faith as a practicing Christian and her love for people, with a goal to ensure each and every patient feels cared for and valued. Rachel is also passionate about pursuing excellence and continued learning. She’s currently pursuing a Master’s degree and has already received certifications in chemotherapy and oncology. She now has come full circle, training other nurses to give top-of-the-line care to our patients. Join Rachel and the team of nurses at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital: https://insde.co/5nmy

Last week, Advocate Sherman Hospital opened the first Cardiometabolic Clinic across Advocate Health, in collaboration with the Cardiometabolic Center Alliance to improve health equity for all. The clinic will help prevent and treat cardiometabolic illnesses for patients with Type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes, obesity and cardiovascular disease risks through a team-based, customized care approach. The goal is to prevent cardiovascular disease, which is the leading cause of death and disability among individuals with diabetes, especially women. Learn more about cardiac care: https://bit.ly/3trHhoi

  Congratulations to Sheri De Shazo, President of Advocate Sherman Hospital, for being named to Becker's Healthcare "Women Hospital Presidents and CEOs to Know" list. Sheri oversees the operation of Advocate Sherman’s 225-bed facility and three immediate care centers. This year's edition highlights the increasing presence of women in leadership roles within health care. Their contributions bring diverse perspectives, better patient experiences and improved health equity. Let's celebrate these phenomenal leaders who are shaping the future of health care! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gcJXAJp6