Amanda D Bliss, APRN

09/02/2025

Meet Pam Cook, known to many as the unofficial “mayor” of Norton Hospital. For 20 years, she was the smiling face patients and co-workers could count on.

When Parkinson’s disease forced her into an early retirement, Pam thought her days of connecting with others were over. But with the support of Jason L. Crowell, M.D., and the team at Norton Neuroscience Institute, along with therapy at Norton Healthcare Pavilion, Pam found her strength again.

Now, instead of saying goodbye, Pam is back where she belongs — volunteering with our comfort cart, bringing joy, encouragement and comfort to patients, visitors and staff. 💙

“I was a patient at Norton, roles reversed situation, and they showed me so much love and care, just like I tried to do for the patients who came in when I was working there,” Pam shared.

What could have been the end of her story became a new chapter.

08/31/2025

👋 Come see what the Student Nurse Apprenticeship Program (SNAP) is all about!

Join us for our in-person Open House on Wednesday, September 3 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Norton Healthcare Learning Center.

You’ll meet the team, ask questions, and learn all about this one-of-a-kind paid nursing apprenticeship opportunity.

📍 9500 Ormsby Station Road, Louisville, KY
🗓 Wednesday, Sept. 3 | 4 to 6 p.m.

Learn more and register at NortonHealthcare.com/SNAP or email SNAP@nortonhealthcare.org with questions.

08/30/2025

Not every broken bone needs the ER. 🦴 Minor fractures, sprains and strains? Urgent care is often the faster, more affordable choice. Learn when urgent care is the right call.

Find urgent care near you: https://bit.ly/3G1VQG1

You might not need to visit the hospital for a minor break.

08/29/2025

Join us for the High-intensity Focused Ultrasound (HiFu) Open House — a celebration of Norton Healthcare’s investment in patient care and medical innovation.

📅 Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025
🕘 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
📍 Norton Brownsboro Hospital, Conference Center A & B, 4960 Norton Healthcare Blvd., Louisville, KY 40241

Stop by anytime to ⬇️
✅ Learn about HiFu technology — a groundbreaking incisionless treatment for essential tremor and Parkinson’s disease.
✅ Hear from physicians and patients about its impact.
✅ Enjoy refreshments and demonstrations of the focused ultrasound transducer.

Presentations include ⬇️
🔹 10 a.m. - Overview of HiFu with Q&A – Abigail J. Rao, M.D., neurosurgeon
🔹 Noon - Discussion with patient & Justin T. Phillips, M.D., movement disorders neurologist
🔹 2 p.m. - Discussion with patient & physicians – Dr. Rao and Jason L. Crowell, M.D., movement disorders neurologist

This event is open to patients, caregivers, providers, staff, and community members — all are welcome! 🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/45BGrpV

08/28/2025

Sixteen sweet years of Norton Brownsboro Hospital! 🥳 Norton Brownsboro Hospital turns 16 this week, and we couldn't be more proud. To every team member who's walked these halls - from our skilled surgeons to our compassionate nurses, dedicated support staff to our hardworking administrators - your efforts have made all the difference. Thank you for your commitment to excellence in patient care. Here's to 16 years of changing lives, one patient at a time! 🎈

08/28/2025

Kentucky’s very own Amanda Morgan has become the first woman in the state to receive newly FDA-approved larger-size silicone implants - a step toward restoring not just her body, but her sense of self after breast cancer. Norton Healthcare is proud to offer natural-looking options that help women feel whole again.

Amanda Morgan is the first woman in Kentucky to receive a new breast implant option available in larger sizes. The option was approved last year by the FDA.

08/27/2025

Meet Rona Garriott, whose life was upended by debilitating adult degenerative scoliosis. In early 2024, she faced excruciating back pain that made even the simplest activities, like cooking or gardening, impossible.

Despite her role working at a chiropractor’s office, her colleagues could only help manage the pain—not fix it. Rona would return home in tears, missing dinner, her garden, and the things she loved most.

But then, everything changed. With the help of Norton Leatheman Spine's expert spine specialists, Rona underwent scoliosis surgery—an operation that restored her quality of life. Now, she’s back to. 👇
✅ Working full time
👩🏼‍🌾 Gardening with joy
👩🏼‍🍳 Cooking her favorite meals
💪 Lifting weights to stay strong

Feeling empowered, Rona is living life on her terms again. Read more here. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4lNtle1

08/27/2025

After struggling with worsening symptoms, Audwin Helton of Louisville found lifesaving care at Norton Heart & Vascular Institute. Now, he’s using his voice to encourage others — especially in the Black community — to put their heart health first. ❤️

Know your risk. Take our heart health risk assessment today: https://bit.ly/41JiIBV

Heart failure survivor, Audwin Helton is championing cardiovascular care and educating others about the importance of heart health.

08/27/2025

One year ago, Cassandra’s life hung in the balance during Indigo’s delivery. Thanks to the incredible care teams at Norton Healthcare, she survived against the odds and now they’re celebrating Indigo’s first birthday together. 🥳

In this video, Indigo’s dad, Carlton, shares what that lifesaving care means to their family. ❤️

Read about Cassandra’s inspiring story here: https://bit.ly/3Vc8tC8

08/26/2025

Thank you to the Bethany Legacy Foundation for their grant to the Norton Healthcare Foundation to support new Norton King's Daughters' Health EMS Transport Hub. The $2 million grant will go towards construction for the facility that will support the first responders who provide emergency medical services to residents and visitors of Jefferson County, Indiana.

The Norton Healthcare Foundation has been awarded a $2 million grant by Bethany Legacy Foundation (BLF) to help fund construction and expanded services for a new Norton King’s Daughters’ Health EMS Transport Hub. Plans for this facility will support the first responders who provide emergency med...

08/26/2025

Norton Healthcare is proud to be recognized by the American Heart Association with multiple Get With The Guidelines® achievement awards for our commitment to high-quality, research-based care for patients with heart disease and stroke. These awards reflect the dedication of our teams to improving outcomes — saving more lives, helping patients recover faster, and reducing hospital readmissions. 💙

This year’s recognitions include. ⬇️
🏥 Norton Audubon Hospital:
Get With The Guidelines – Coronary Artery Disease STEMI Receiving Gold Plus
Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Bronze with Target: Stroke Honor Roll
🏥 Norton Brownsboro Hospital:
Get With The Guidelines – Coronary Artery Disease STEMI Receiving Gold Plus
Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite with Advanced Therapy and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll
🏥 Norton Hospital:
Get With The Guidelines – Coronary Artery Disease STEMI Receiving Silver Plus
Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll
🏥 Norton Women’s and Children’s Hospital:
Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Bronze

Read more about this achievement here: https://bit.ly/4lNKTqi

08/25/2025

August is Make-A-Will Month! Live purposefully and give purposefully by including Norton Healthcare or Norton Children's in your will. Your legacy can help ensure a healthier future for generations to come. Create a lasting impact on our community’s well-being.

👉 Learn more at https://bit.ly/3UJTtLI