SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison

11/16/2025

Diabetic retinopathy is one of the leading causes of vision loss in working age adults. Early detection and treatment can make all the difference.
Meet a Wisconsin man who faced this challenge head-on and now sees a brighter, clearer future thanks to timely care and advanced treatment options. His story is a powerful reminder of why regular eye exams are so important for anyone living with diabetes.
👉 Read his inspiring story here:

A Sun Prairie man's greatest fear he's had since childhood started to come true. It's diabetes awareness month. You may think you know the the ins and outs of t

11/16/2025

Our vision to provide peace, hope and health for every person, family and community, especially those most in need, is rooted in our . As we celebrate , we honor our Founding Sisters who entrusted us to continue their work that began more than 150 years ago.

11/15/2025

Menopause is a natural part of life, but it often arrives with confusion, unexpected symptoms, and a lack of clear information. SSM Health women's health provider and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner Sarah Block, DNP, breaks down what to expect—from early signs in your 30s to treatment options that can help you feel like yourself again.
Hear real stories from women navigating this transition and learn how expert care can make a difference.
💬 “It’s been life-changing. I feel like myself again.”
💡 Discover insights from a certified menopause specialist and explore personalized care options.
👉 Read the full article: https://www.ssmhealth.com/newsroom/blogs/ssm-health-matters/november-2025/understanding-menopause-what-every-woman-should-know

Learn more about a natural but complex phase of life

11/14/2025

Whether you’re hoping to start a family soon or already have a little one on the way, you want the very best in care for both you and baby – and so do we! SSM Health offers comprehensive OB/GYN services, including access to genetic testing and maternal-fetal health experts, childbirth/new parent education, and a state-of-the-art birthing center to welcome the newest member of your family. We’re with you at every stage.https://www.ssmhealth.com/services/womens-health?hgcrm_channel=organic_social&hgcrm_source=facebook&hgcrm_agency=client&utm_source=organic&utm_medium=facebook&hgcrm_campaignid=22178&hgcrm_tacticid=39039&hgcrm_trackingsetid=55968

11/13/2025

It’s time to sign up for our next ImpactLife Blood Drive at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital - Madison!

Your generosity helps ensure blood products are available when our patients need them throughout the year, especially when they’re needed most. The holiday season is one such time. Blood donations often decline during the holidays due to busy schedules, holiday travel and seasonal illnesses, but the need remains the same. By giving blood with ImpactLife, you’ll provide a lifesaving resource used by patients right here at St. Mary’s Hospital.

Sign up to donate at our Thanksgiving week blood drive, which will be held in Conference Room 1 on Tuesday, November 25 between 8 am and 1 pm. It’ll be the easiest life (or lives!) you’ve ever saved.

11/12/2025

Nervous about your first mammogram? SSM Health's mammography techs are here to help make the experience as comfortable as possible.
Learn more about mammograms and how to prepare for your screening: https://www.ssmhealth.com/services/womens-health/breast-health/mammography

11/11/2025

At SSM Health, our team works together to specialize your care and provide healing. We’re strongly rooted in our community and driven by innovation. Our expert providers set the standard for high-quality, compassionate care. Experience advanced medical care close to home. Together – We Care.
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11/09/2025

Feeling overwhelmed by menopause info online? You're not alone.
Meet Sarah Block, Nurse Practitioner and OB/GYN at SSM Health — now a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner!
With advanced training and up-to-date expertise in evidence-based menopause care, Sarah is here to help guide you through this confusing stage of life with clarity and compassion.
Talk to a professional. Not the algorithm.

11/08/2025

Tomorrow morning runners will toe a chilly - and possibly slushy - start line for the Madison Marathon, sponsored by SSM Health. SSM Health sports medicine physician Dr. Katherine Fox offers advice on adjusting race day plans to stay fueled, hydrated, and injury free despite temperatures hovering around freezing. WKOW 27's Emma Hietpas offers up the medal-worthy advice and race day forecast.🏅

MADISON (WKOW) — For many runners in southern Wisconsin, preparation begins well before lacing up.

11/07/2025

Some fun facts about MRI technology:

🧲 The technology is named after Nikola Tesla. The strength of an MRI's magnetic field is measured in units of Tesla, in honor of the physicist who discovered the rotating magnetic field in 1882.

🧲 Magnets are thousands of times stronger than Earth's. A typical MRI scanner's magnetic field is up to 60,000 times stronger than the Earth's magnetic field. This is why all metallic objects must be kept far away from the machine to prevent them from becoming dangerous projectiles.

🧲 The magnets must stay super-cool. To maintain the superconducting state of the coils that produce their powerful magnetic field, the magnets in an MRI machine must be cooled to nearly absolute zero (-452°F or 4 Kelvin), typically using liquid helium.

🧲 An MRI is not a camera. While the result of an MRI is an image, it is not a photograph. It is a computer reconstruction of the signals emitted by hydrogen atoms in your body as they respond to the magnetic field and radio waves.

Our MRI team and all of our medical imaging professionals work behind the scenes and most of the time go unseen yet have the power to see right through you. During National Radiological Technology Week, thank you for all you do!

11/07/2025

Respiratory therapists from across SSM Health in Wisconsin recently came together at the Center for Healthcare Education and Simulation (CHES) in Madison for an inspiring NICU-Peds Skills Fair!

With 26 RTs representing every health ministry in the region, this hands-on event focused on enhancing care for our tiniest and most vulnerable patients. From aligning workflows to standardizing equipment and strengthening teamwork, the fair was all about building consistency and collaboration across the board.

The energy was incredible, and the feedback? Overwhelmingly positive! RTs left feeling more connected, empowered, and ready to make an even bigger impact.

Planning is already underway for next year’s fair — and we’re excited to keep raising the bar for respiratory care!

11/07/2025

Preventative screenings are the best way to detect colorectal cancer early on.
Learn more about your risk for developing colorectal cancer by utilizing a FREE SSM Health risk assessment at https://www.ssmhealth.com/access/health-risk-assessments/colorectal-cancer-risk-assessment?hgcrm_channel=organic_social&hgcrm_source=other&hgcrm_agency=client&utm_source=organic&utm_medium=miscellaneous&hgcrm_campaignid=18316&hgcrm_tacticid=32864&hgcrm_trackingsetid=47072