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During the MLB Draft Combine in Pheonix, our experts from Atrium Health Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute conducted cardiac screenings for over 220 MLB prospects. "Rigorous screenings ensure athletes can safely engage in their sports while they advance toward professional levels," says Dr. Dermot Phelan, director of the Atrium Health Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute Sports Cardiology Center. “Our team's expertise helps athletes excel in their rigorous training routines safely.” Learn more about our commitment work with elite athletes: https://bit.ly/3xOkKVo

Rock Hill mother of two, Ciara Dierking, continues to push despite losing both arms and legs when she became sick on a family vacation. She was flown to Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte to continue her recovery and rehabilitation at Atrium Health Carolinas Rehabilitation. Learn more about her determination and the next steps in her recovery journey.

Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. It may have an intimidating name, but the procedure itself is giving many patients with brain tumors a highly-effective treatment option without traditional surgery. The new Proton & Advanced Radiation Center started offering Gamma Knife Radiosurgery earlier this year and our team has already successfully performed more than 100 procedures. So, exactly what is Gamma Knife and how does it work? Our team of experts explains in the video below. Plus, our 100th patient, Allan Quaife, shares his personal experience which he describes as “much easier than he expected”. Read Allan’s story here: https://bit.ly/3RT6PV3

NHL Hall of Fame goalie Henrik Lundqvist, known for his legendary career with the New York Rangers, turned to Atrium Health Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute for a critical heart diagnosis. Under the expert care of Dr. Dermot Phelan, our renowned sports cardiologist, Henrik navigated a daunting health challenge with grace and resilience. Henrik shares, "There were a lot of emotions in that moment – realizing not only that I wasn’t going to play, but also that I probably needed surgery soon. It’s frightening, and there is a lot of sadness you have to deal with, but I was happy." His inspiring journey is poignantly captured in the film "Open Heart," now available on Netflix. We are deeply honored to have played a role in Henrik's journey ❤️ More: https://bit.ly/3RQQuQs

“This is a BIG DEAL!” Advocate Health Chief Nursing Officer - Southeast Region, Janice Walker pretty much summed it up after Atrium Health Union, along with Atrium Health Union West, Atrium Health Anson and Atrium Health Waxhaw were recognized with the prestigious Pathway to Excellence designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center, a subsidiary of the @American Nurses Association, recognizing its commitment to creating a healthy work environment. So why is it such a big deal? The application, review and designation process take years to complete. There are only six other designated Pathway to Excellence facilities in the state of North Carolina (oh and by the way, Atrium Health Cabarrus is one of them). This is also the first time within Advocate Health that multiple hospitals under the same Chief Nursing Officer leadership have achieved this prestigious recognition at the same time. We are dedicated to creating a positive place for nurses to practice, which leads to exceptional outcomes for our patients and the families who support them. It’s about making sure we are supporting our nurses from every angle – encouraging their professional development through career growth opportunities and our extensive professional governance structure, supporting their physical safety and well-being to make sure our nurses are cared for too, and above all else, holding one another to the highest possible standards for nursing excellence. This is what it means to be an Atrium Health nurse. Join our incredible nursing team: https://lnkd.in/gsXihiNr