My Aspirus Story
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Heart surgery gives Dingess the energy she’s been lacking for decades
In 1953, Chicago native Ruth Dingess was diagnosed with endocarditis, a condition that causes inflammation of the inside lining of the heart chambers and valves. Read More »
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Hyperbaric therapy delivers physical, emotional healing
In late 2009, Lorn Gordon’s jaw started to periodically lock up to the point where he couldn’t even open his mouth enough to eat a sandwich. His doctor thought he had an infection, so Gordon was given antibiotics. Read More »
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Calcium score screening turns out to be the perfect gift for Hintz
On Valentine’s Day in 2011, Ron Hintz received an unexpected and unusual gift from Peg, his ... Read More »
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Advanced wound care gets Gorski back on his feet
About three years ago, Arnold Gorski woke up with a little soreness in his foot. The pain lingered... Read More »
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After three long years, a-fib procedure gives France her life back
One night in 2006, Nancy France was in bed when she her heart began to race. A little alarmed, France chalked it up t... Read More »
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Voelker takes bypass surgery in stride
On Thanksgiving, Wausau resident Bob Voelker was in good spirits as he and his wife, Mary, had fam... Read More »
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Rapid response gets Jaecks the heart care he needs
Many residents of north central Wisconsin live in rural areas that often can be several miles away from the nearest h... Read More »
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Cancer care at Aspirus eases burden for Bashinski
As a tax preparer, February, March and April are stressful months for Wausau resident Dan Bashinsk... Read More »
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Jewell back on his feet quickly after heart surgery
When Perry Jewell went to see an orthopedic surgeon about the arthritis in his lower back in February 2008, he got mo... Read More »
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Heart surgery becomes family affair
When you need surgery or have a serious health condition, it can often be comforting to talk with ... Read More »
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Progressive procedure fixes Skadahl’s leaky heart valve
In August 2009, Cindy Skadahl went to the doctor for her annual check-up without any worries about... Read More »
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A-fib procedure puts patient’s life back in rhythm
Like any typical night, David Holmes was getting ready for bed when he noticed that his heart had ... Read More »
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A good night’s sleep just what the doctor ordered for Tilton
About seven years ago, 56-year-old James Tilton woke up behind the wheel of his van with an airbag... Read More »
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Fast-acting cardiac care comes through for French
On Sept. 27, 2008, Antigo resident Dale French settled into bed for what he thought was going to be a peaceful night&... Read More »
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Sullivan finds relief at Aspirus Pain Clinic
Betsy Sullivan is no stranger to pain. In 1997, she was involved in three separate car accidents a... Read More »
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NICU a blessing for entire Kallio family
Wayne and Kristin Kallio welcomed their first children into the world on May 20, 2008, but the cou... Read More »
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Dialysis more than just a treatment to Brzezinski
Don Brzezinski started undergoing dialysis treatments at Read More »
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Gastric bypass surgery a life saver for Lammert
In 1976, a 252-pound Mark Lammert joined the Navy, and after boot camp, he was a trim 208 pounds. ... Read More »
