Barnes-Jewish Hospital: Newsroom

Rams Team Physician Says Hydration is Key at Summer Football Practice

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 09:49:55 GMT

As St. Louis Rams training camp begins in Mequon, WI, high schoolers around the country are gearing up for two-a-days in what can be sweltering summer heat, and staying hydrated is often a difficult challenge.

Ribs lost - and careers saved

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 09:05:30 GMT

By Blythe Bernhard, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, July 15, 2008 Colorado Rockies pitcher Aaron Cook always has a spare rib for good luck. It's not part of his pregame meal. The rib came out of his own body and sits in his locker. Cook suffered from Thoracic...

Minimally Invasive Approach to Head and Neck Cancer

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 11:49:10 GMT

Head and neck cancer can have a significant impact on a patient’s appearance after traditional open surgery, not only due to scarring but by altering the ability to eat and speak.

U.S. News Ranks Barnes-Jewish Among the Nation’s Best Hospitals

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 14:21:28 GMT

For the 16th consecutive year, Barnes-Jewish Hospital and its physician partners at Washington University School of Medicine, is the only St. Louis area hospital or medical institution listed among America’s elite medical centers in the U.S.News & World Report “America’s Best Hospitals” issue.

Sister's selflessness gives gift of life to brother needing kidney transplant

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 11:13:27 GMT

By Kelly Wilson, Quincy Herald-Whig, July 7, 2008 Nicole Goldenstein stands in the doorway of her hospital room, an IV stand by her side. The comfortable brown sweatpants and white T-shirt she donned the day before have been replaced by a drab, oversized...

Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Express Scripts and St. Louis College of Pharmacy Launch Summer Pharmacy Program

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 14:36:50 GMT

Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Express Scripts and St. Louis College of Pharmacy (BESt) recently launched the BESt Summer Pharmacy Institute, a four-week program that introduces the pharmacy profession to multicultural high school students.

Why do some athletes die suddenly?

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:25:18 GMT

By Stu Durando, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, June 24, 2008 The disease that became the focus of Dr. Keith Mankowitz's cardiology practice was a medical enigma 11 years ago when he opened a center dedicated to its research and treatment. The...

Senator Barack Obama Visits Barnes-Jewish Hospital

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 13:35:49 GMT

On June 10, Kate Marzluf, RN, a staff nurse on the high risk cardiology unit (2100) at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, was followed by Barack Obama, presumptive Democratic candidate for President of the United States, as part of his campaign stop in St. Louis.

Governor Blunt Signs Breast Cancer Bill at Siteman

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 12:01:15 GMT

In a June 5 news conference at the Siteman Cancer Center, Missouri Governor Matt Blunt signed legislation encouraging donations for breast cancer services for Missouri women.

Minimally Invasive Heart Procedures Becoming More Mainstream

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:10:24 GMT

The number of patients having minimally-invasive, “interventional” cardiac procedures has grown dramatically over the past decade. In the nationwide PARTNER trial, Dr. John Lasala and his Washington University colleagues are for the first time able to replace aortic valves percutaneously.

Thumbs Up Johnnie, Siteman Help Kids Understand Cancer

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 09:14:38 GMT

For many parents, Thumbs Up Johnnie™ has helped their kids learn how to be a good friend and work together. Now, the children’s book character is helping kids understand a tougher subject: cancer.

Few dramatic breakthroughs in treatment of brain cancer, say local experts

Fri, 23 May 2008 14:36:27 GMT

By Bill Smith, St. Louis Beacon, May 23, 2008 Despite significant medical advances in dealing with many types of cancers over the past decade, aggressive brain tumors remain extremely difficult to treat successfully. As a result, Sen....

STL 2nd Deadliest City for Women with Heart Disease

Tue, 20 May 2008 13:21:21 GMT

It's the number one killer of women and it's not Breast Cancer. It's Heart Disease and St. Louis is the second deadliest large city, according to the American Heart Association.

Eyes on Patient Safety Paying Off

Thu, 15 May 2008 11:29:10 GMT

Barnes-Jewish Hospital has been awarded the Primaris Hospital Quality Award, an annual Missouri award honoring continuous improvement and innovative improvement efforts.

Siteman Center looks to revolutionize proton therapy

Fri, 02 May 2008 13:14:28 GMT

Only five in the country and about 30 in the world offer proton therapy, vital for reaching certain rare types of tumors and for treating children.

Woman Becomes Surrogate Mother for Best Friend

Thu, 01 May 2008 09:14:56 GMT

Some friends come and go, but that doesn't seem to be the case for Kristen Feig and Sandy Basinger. That's because Sandy is helping Kristen realize her dream of having a family – as the surrogate mother to Kristen's babies.

Al Roker Helps Illuminate, Raise $2.3 Million for Siteman

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 08:46:51 GMT

Al Roker was emcee to the annual "Illumination Gala" benefiting the Siteman Cancer Center. With Roker's help, the Barnes-Jewish Hospital Foundation raised over $2.3 million for Siteman.

Too Much 'Guitar Hero' Can Cause Overuse Injuries

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:37:13 GMT

By Kay Quinn, KSDK-TV, April 28, 2008 'Guitar Hero' is among the most popular home video games out these days. It's also led to a new classification of a common injury. If you've ever had a sore shoulder, elbow or thumb after playing...

Peoria man becomes donor champion

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 15:01:56 GMT

Media contact: Kathy Holleman 314-286-0303 kholleman@bjc.org Monday, March 31, 2008 BY FRANK RADOSEVICH II OF THE JOURNAL STAR PEORIA - In November of last year, Percy Baker Jr. reluctantly announced he was stepping down as executive...

Siteman receives Komen grants

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:15:41 GMT

The 2007 Komen-St. Louis Race for the Cure raised over $1.8 million, with five grants awarded to the Siteman Cancer Center.

Young man with pancreatitis survives near death experience

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 08:07:06 GMT

Washington University gastroenterologists at Barnes-Jewish Hospital use endoscopic ultrasound to drain painful pancreatic pseudocysts.

Some breast cancer patients increasingly choose to have healthy breast removed

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 11:51:08 GMT

By Kay Quinn, KSDK-TV, April 16, 2008 Breast cancer surgery has come a long way in the past decade. Preserving as much breast tissue as possible has become the goal of many surgeons. But doctors have noticed a startling trend among...

Man chronicles his gift of kidney to friend in Hillsboro

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 14:43:21 GMT

By Betsy Taylor, Associated Press, April 3, 2008 ST. LOUIS - We like to think there isn't anything we wouldn't do for a friend, but Michael A. Moore has the proof: On Thursday, he donated his kidney to his best friend, and to do so he lost 50 pounds...

Wash U physicians expand presence at Barnes-Jewish West County

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 11:42:38 GMT

By Mary Jo Feldstein, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, March 26, 2008 Washington University School of Medicine is bringing its lessons to west St. Louis County with a doubling of its presence at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital. More...

Simulation institute named Center of Educational Excellence

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 10:07:32 GMT

The Goldfarb School of Nursing at Barnes-Jewish College has been named a Center of Educational Excellence by Laerdal Medical.

Nurse retires after 42 years at Barnes-Jewish Hospital

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 11:40:01 GMT

By Blythe Bernhard, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, March 20, 2008 Doctors, nurses and patients came to say goodbye and thank you to Anita Williams, a nurse and advocate for organ donation who retired Wednesday after working 42 years at Barnes-Jewish...

Heart condition leading cause of death in young athletes

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 10:02:58 GMT

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is known as the most common cause of sudden death in young athletes. It occurs in one in 500 individuals and is the most common genetic cardiovascular condition.

Don't get blind-sided by glaucoma

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 11:36:54 GMT

By Kay Quinn,St. Louis Post-Dispatch, March 17, 2008 Glaucoma has been called the "sneak thief of sight." It may be one of those diseases you've heard of but never really worried about. But if you're over 40, ophthalmologists recommend you...

Gamma Knife treats 2,000th patient

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 09:43:40 GMT

The Gamma Knife at the Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine, is used to treat primary and metastatic brain tumors.

Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine expand cancer and heart services

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 08:42:51 GMT

An expansion of services by Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine will allow St. Louis County residents access to more treatments and therapies at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital.

Pancreatic cancer treatments improving dramatically

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 14:36:50 GMT

Media Contact: Jason Merrill 314-286-0302 jmerrill@bjc.org March 6, 2008, ST. LOUIS – News of Patrick Swayze's pancreatic cancer diagnosis took many by surprise. While initial tabloid reports said the actor had only weeks to live, his physician responded...

Lung transplants skewed by race

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 11:33:27 GMT

By Blythe Bernhard, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Thursday, March 6, 2008 Black people with fatal lung diseases do not have equal opportunities for getting lung transplants, according to a new study. The numbers of African-Americans...

Raising colon cancer awareness

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 14:20:17 GMT

Colonoscopy is the gold standard for catching colon cancer at its earliest stages but it is all too often skipped. March is colon cancer awareness month and doctors are getting the message out about screening and surgery.

Colonoscopy Saves Lives

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

March 3, 3008, ST. LOUIS - March is colon cancer awareness month and doctors are getting the message out about screening. Despite a reputation as the most preventable of cancers, colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death. The...

Preventing soccer injuries

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 13:54:46 GMT

Doctors say soccer is among the safest sports, but precautions should be taken to maximize safety. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons estimates a half-million soccer injuries treated annually.

Breathing easier after transplant

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 11:21:26 GMT

24-year-old tackles lifelong illness with determination By Karrey Britt, Lawrence Journal World, February 14, 2008 St. Louis — Editor's note: Three Lawrence families share one common bond: They encourage others to be organ and...

Studying heart attack care spurs Barnes-Jewish to excellence

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 11:14:28 GMT

By Mary Jo Feldstein, St. Louis Post-Dispatch,February 13, 2008 The table sat some of the area's best minds in emergency and cardiac medicine. Their mandate, as it is at each meeting, was to analyze every patient who entered Barnes-Jewish...

Digital breast exams work better for some

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 11:06:17 GMT

By Kay Quinn, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, February 7, 2008 The routine use of digital mammograms created excitement among doctors and patients when the technology went mainstream about 10 years ago. For the previous 35 years, most mammograms...

Hypothermia Helps Heart Patients Get Back on Their Feet

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

February 6, 2008, ST. LOUIS - Ice may be good in treating sprained ankles, but could it help treat cardiac arrest? More and more physicians think so and are now using "therapeutic hypothermia" to treat some cardiac arrest patients. At Barnes-Jewish...

IVF program makes having a baby 'a dream come true' for Belleville couple

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 13:23:12 GMT

In 2002, approximately 7.3 million women in the United States had difficulty getting pregnant or carrying a baby to term, according to the National Center for Health Statistics of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Health Connection Podcasts

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 07:33:01 GMT

Barnes-Jewish Hospital produces a podcast series called "Barnes-Jewish Health Connection" to inform listeners on the latest health care treatments and technology as well as information on disease prevention. Podcasts feature interviews with Washington...

Working Together to Prevent Heart Disease

Fri, 25 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Matching audio soundbites also available by calling the Barnes-Jewish Hospital Medical News Service at (866) 747-4075 January 25, 2008, ST. LOUIS – While heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, some doctors think they have...

Barnes-Jewish partners with Johns Hopkins Hospital to offer kidney exchange program

Mon, 21 Jan 2008 11:01:28 GMT

By Kay Quinn, KSDK-TV, January 21, 2008 Imagine the frustration of having a spouse or child who needs a life-saving kidney transplant, but has no donor. In many cases, relatives of the patient offer to donate their kidneys, but...

Successful aging takes youthful plotting

Mon, 21 Jan 2008 10:58:36 GMT

By Kay Quinn, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, January 21, 2008 Do you feel as if old age is something that's far off in your life? Do you believe that whether you spend your last days or years in a nursing home is out of your control? Dr....

Working together for a healthier heart

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

In honor of American Heart Month in February, the Washington University Heart Care Institute at Barnes-Jewish Hospital will offer a free heart health seminar, on how having a spouse's or loved one's support can impact the likelihood of creating positive, heart healthy lifestyle changes.

St. Louis woman receives heart valve without open-heart surgery

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

By Julie Bierach, 90.7 KWMU-FM, January 18, 2008 Listen to MP3 A St. Louis woman is the first patient in the region to receive an experimental heart device to replace her defective aortic valve without having to undergo open heart surgery. That's accordin...

PARTNERing on the future of valve treatment

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine are one of 15 sites in the United States participating in a clinical trial that could revolutionize how some heart patients are treated.

Woman first in region to undergo heart valve procedure

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

By Betsy Taylor, Associated Press, January 17, 2008 A 78-year-old woman's defective heart valve was replaced with an experimental device at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, a device that doctors hope will one day provide an alternative to certain open-heart...

Barnes-Jewish performing therapeutic hypothermia on some cardiac arrest patients

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Physicians at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine now use a new protocol of "therapeutic hypothermia" to treat some cardiac arrest patients.

Sally Roth named to Barnes-Jewish Hospital Foundation Board

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sally Roth has been elected a member of the Barnes-Jewish Hospital Foundation board of directors. Roth is a currently president and CEO of Regions Bank's Greater St. Louis market.

Women still more likely to dismiss heart disease

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Despite significant progress educating women about their risk of heart disease, doctors say too many women still fail to connect risk factors and their personal risk of developing heart disease.