UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale

09/06/2025

Today and every day, you are deeply loved and always pursued.

09/04/2025

Back and neck pain shouldn’t keep you from living life to the fullest. Fellowship-trained spine surgeon and board-certified neurosurgeon Dr. Beejal Amin (https://bit.ly/4mqYdlC) recently joined WGN Morning News to share when it’s time to seek expert care and the latest advancements in spine surgery.

09/03/2025

Our Hinsdale and La Grange team members came together to collect and bless school supplies for Constance Morris House, extending our healing ministry to those outside the walls of our hospitals. This effort was about more than supplies—it was about showing compassion and care for families in need.

Thank you to Operating Room RN Ashley T. for initiating and coordinating this meaningful drive, and to all who donated and joined in the blessing.

09/03/2025

Join us Monday, September 8 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Cancer Institute (1 Salt Creek Ln, Hinsdale, IL) for Voices of Survival: A Cancer Survivor’s Journey. Hear breast cancer survivor and author Caroline Johnson read from her book The Language of Cancer, followed by a Q&A, scripture reflections with our pastoral care team, and music.

Free and open to all. Walk-ins welcome or pre-register at https://bit.ly/4fpAwY2.

09/02/2025

New nurses at UChicago Medicine AdventHealth can start their careers with confidence!

We’re proud to announce that our New Graduate RN Residency Program has earned ANCC Practice Transition Accreditation Program® accreditation! This prestigious recognition affirms our commitment to supporting new nurses with evidence-based education, mentorship, and real-world experience—helping them grow into confident caregivers and ensuring the best outcomes for our patients. Learn more about our Nurse Residency Program: https://bit.ly/4oZdBaF.

09/02/2025

You’re Invited to Our Open House!

Meet our experienced team of midwives in a relaxed, informative setting on Wednesday, September 10. Whether you are expecting, planning or looking for gynecological care, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/4oHoRbr

09/01/2025

This Labor Day, we’re thankful for all our incredible health care heroes and every dedicated team member. Your hard work strengthens our communities every day.

08/31/2025

Still Missed – Perinatal Loss Support Group

Our Still Missed program supports families who have experienced a miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth, or the death of a newborn up to one year of age. We help parents cope with their loss and provide support throughout their healing journey. Learn more and register at https://bit.ly/4ldvCA7.

08/31/2025

There’s no better place to start a new life. Our birthing center is designed to foster the best possible childbirth experience, with birthing suites and amenities to make your stay as comfortable as possible.

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale has a variety of programs and virtual classes courses for breastfeeding, baby-care basics, prepared childbirth and more. Learn more about our upcoming birthing classes at https://bit.ly/3oI5kNU.

08/30/2025

His presence is our peace and strength — in every moment, through every season.

08/29/2025

Maggie, certified lactation consultant, shares some Tips of the Day for Breastfeeding Awareness Month. Learn more about our Nurturing Nook with expert guidance, supplies and follow-up care to help you every step of the way at 630-856-MILK or https://bit.ly/3Ujtv1l.

08/22/2025

🍂 Fall is beautiful — but sneezing, itchy eyes, and scratchy throats? Not so much. 🤧 Don’t push through the season feeling miserable. Our doctors are here to help you breathe easier and feel like yourself again. 💙

✨ Get relief fast with convenient same-day or next-day appointments — or simply walk in to one of our urgent care locations near you. Your health shouldn’t have to wait.

08/22/2025

Whatever you need on a range of inpatient or outpatient care, Ascension Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital will work with you to find the right fit. Call 855-383-2224 or walk in 24/7 to find support.

💙 Every journey to better mental health starts with one step — and we’re here to make that step feel possible.

Whether you need structured inpatient care, flexible outpatient programs, or simply someone to listen, our team will meet you where you are and guide you toward what works best for you. 🌱 You don’t have to navigate it alone.

📞 Call us anytime — your path to healing starts today.

08/21/2025

🌱 Hope and healing are possible. 🌱

At Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital - Chicago, Dr. Lacey Lemke, PsyD understands that eating disorders are about so much more than food.

They can deeply affect your mind, body, and spirit — and you don’t have to face them alone. 💙

As Service Line Director for Eating Disorders, Dr. Lemke specializes in psychotherapy and evidence-based care like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and family therapy, helping children, teens, and adults find strength, build coping skills, and move toward recovery.

✨ With a compassionate approach and a multidisciplinary team by her side, Dr. Lemke helps each patient create a care plan that fits their unique journey.

Because recovery is possible. And you deserve it. 💙

08/21/2025

When it’s your brain or spine, the weight of the decision can feel overwhelming. One word, one scan, one recommendation — and suddenly, your future feels like it’s hanging in the balance. 🧠

In those moments, asking, “Is there another way?” isn’t hesitation. It’s wisdom. It’s courage. It’s giving yourself the chance to see the full picture.

At Ascension Alexian Brothers and Ascension Saint Alexius, physicians like Dr. Sanjay Yadla know that care is more than procedures or technology — it’s about walking with you through the unknown. It’s about listening until your questions are answered, exploring every possibility, and helping you find the path that feels right for your life, your family, your tomorrow.

Because real healing doesn’t start in the operating room — it starts with clarity. With knowing you’ve been heard. With being able to look at your choice and say, “Yes, this is mine.” 💙

08/20/2025

You never have to struggle alone. Find comfort, healing and hope at Ascension Saint Joseph — Chicago. Call 855-383-2224 to find support.

💙 At Ascension Saint Joseph — Chicago, we believe every person deserves to feel heard, understood, and supported through life’s challenges.

Our compassionate care teams are here 24/7 to listen without judgment, create a care plan that’s right for you, and walk beside you toward a brighter, healthier tomorrow. 🌱

You are not defined by your struggles — and you don’t have to face them on your own.

08/19/2025

A job doesn’t just pay the bills. It helps restore a person’s rhythm, their dignity and their sense of possibility.

Getting a job may sound simple — until you’ve spent years rebuilding yourself just to feel ready again.

Dawn Wesner meets people in that exact moment and helps them reconnect with their talents, confidence and future.

As clinical program supervisor at Ascension Illinois – Center for Mental Health Arlington Heights, Dawn leads with faith, patience and quiet strength.

Whether she’s guiding someone through a career assessment or celebrating their first paycheck, her impact is deeply personal.

It’s not just about helping clients rejoin the workforce.

It’s about helping them remember they have something to offer — and always have.

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08/19/2025

When symptoms of an eating disorder affect your day-to-day life, it’s time to find help. Ascension Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital care teams are here 24/7 with personalized care plans to offer support and a road to recovery. 🤝🌱

💙 Healing isn’t just about treating symptoms — it’s about restoring hope, rebuilding confidence, and empowering you to take back your life. Our team understands the courage it takes to reach out, and we’ll walk with you every step of the way. 🌱

You matter. Your story matters. And recovery is possible. ✨

📞 Call us anytime — your path to healing starts today.

08/18/2025

Heart failure may sound final, but in the right hands, it’s the beginning of a plan. ❤️

At Ascension Alexian Brothers and Ascension Saint Alexius, Dr. Baqir Lakhani meets patients where they are — sometimes in English, sometimes in Spanish, sometimes in Urdu — but always with understanding.

He listens first, then builds a plan that turns fear into a path forward, whether that’s with medications, advanced procedures, or transplant care. 👂 📍

From the first conversation to the most advanced treatments, Dr. Lakhani and our care team work side by side with each patient to make complex care feel clear, personal, and full of possibility.

Because the right treatment starts with truly seeing the person in front of you and making sure they know they’re not in this alone. 💙

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08/17/2025

When you’re in the ER, you’re trusting strangers with your life. 💙

At Ascension Saint Joseph Chicago, those strangers quickly become your team — moving fast, explaining every step, and making sure you feel safe even when the situation isn’t.

From the moment you walk in to the moment you leave, every person plays a role: the ones who greet you, the ones who treat you, and the ones who check in just to make sure you’re okay. It’s the kind of care that stays with you long after the visit. 🌟

Because here, you’re never just “the patient in Room 3” — you’re someone’s neighbor, friend, or family. And that’s exactly how we care for you.

08/16/2025

🐾 Hi fren! It’s me, your wellness cheer-pup. 🐶

I just wanted to check in and remind you of a few things that are good for your mind 🧠 and body 💪:

☀️ Get outside for fresh air (it can change your whole mood)
💧 Drink some water (hydration = happy brain and body)
🛋️ Rest when you need it (naps are self-care, not laziness)
📞 Talk to someone who will listen (a friend, family, or the care teams at Ascension Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital)

Us doggos just want the best for you — and the compassionate humans at Ascension Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital are always ready to support your journey to feeling your best. 💙

08/16/2025

Not all treasures are found on the green. ⛳

Meet Link, our four-legged “caddy” who’s turned the bushes outside the Women and Children’s Hospital into his personal clubhouse—collecting 75 golf balls in just one year! Some even come with custom messages like “old duffer” and “killer.”

With golf season in full swing, Link’s ready to keep adding to his stash… and maybe remind us all that in golf—and in life—the most important shot is the next one. 🐾

08/15/2025

🎉 10 Years of Supporting Parents, Healing Minds & Nurturing Bonds 💙👶

At Ascension Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital, our Perinatal Intensive Outpatient Program has spent the past decade walking alongside parents through one of life’s most beautiful — and sometimes most challenging — journeys.

For 10 years, we’ve provided a safe space where parents can bring their babies, receive compassionate mental health care, and learn skills that strengthen both their well-being and their parenting confidence. 🌱

💡 What makes this program special?
✔ Care from a multidisciplinary team — from psychologists to lactation consultants
✔ Support for both emotional health and daily life needs
✔ In-person and virtual options for real-life flexibility
✔ A focus on bonding, healing, and enjoying parenthood

To every parent who’s trusted us, every baby we’ve cuddled, and every milestone we’ve celebrated: thank you for letting us be part of your story. Here’s to the next chapter. 💜