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09/26/2025

For years, Sarah lived with severe abdominal pain that never let up. Sitting, standing, moving—it didn’t matter. Nothing brought relief, until her sister, who works at University Hospital, connected her to a UW Health specialist. That introduction set her on a journey to finally find relief.

Sarah was first diagnosed with pelvic congestion syndrome and received treatment, but the pain returned. Further testing revealed she had nutcracker syndrome. That’s when she met with Dr. David Foley and the Renal Autotransplant Program team, who offered a solution: a surgery to relocate her kidney and restore healthy blood flow. It was a big step, but Sarah says it felt like the answer she had been waiting for.

In October 2024, Sarah underwent renal autotransplant surgery. A few months later, she was pain-free and fully healed. Today she’s back to cutting hair, gardening and planning family vacations. “I feel amazing,” she says. “You don’t realize how bad your quality of life was until you feel better. I have a pep in my step again.”

Read more about Sarah's story: https://uw.health/47KxXy7

09/25/2025

✨ Celebrating 50 years of care ✨
When Lou Falligant graduated from the Yale Physician Assistant Program in 1975, he set out to make a difference in people’s lives. Fifty years later, at age 79, he’s still doing just that — providing care, guidance and comfort to patients at the UW Health Cottage Grove Clinic.

Lou has cared for families across Wisconsin, from rural counties to busy city clinics, always bringing compassion and curiosity to his work. For the past 16 years, he’s been a trusted presence at the Cottage Grove Clinic, where patients, colleagues and team members alike rely on his expertise and kindness. What keeps him going? “The appreciation patients show, the chance to help people, that’s what makes it all worthwhile,” Lou says.

We are deeply grateful for his 50 years of service as a physician assistant and for the thousands of lives he’s touched — a legacy of care that is truly remarkable.

09/24/2025

Arlene played tennis for decades before transitioning to pickleball, playing two or three times a week these days. While off the court, she does plenty of yardwork and chores around her home in northern Wisconsin. The fact that Arlene is 84 doesn’t appear to slow her down a bit.

Not long ago, Arlene’s capacity to remain highly active became limited due to severe pain in her buttocks and lower back. Standing and walking became increasingly uncomfortable. A retired nurse practitioner, she tried non-surgical treatment, but when the pain came back after several months, she wanted a more permanent solution. She found one at UW Health, thanks to the spine surgery team and Dr. Nathaniel Brooks, a UW Health neurosurgeon.

Arlene’s pain was caused by a condition called lumbar stenosis, which becomes more common with age. Dr. Brooks is among a handful of neurosurgeons trained to perform spine surgery to treat this endoscopically — a less invasive approach than conventional spine surgery.

The result: Arlene’s recovery was much quicker and less troublesome than it otherwise would have been, and she's grateful to be back on the pickleball court and living her best life.

“Dr. Brooks and his team were wonderful,” Arlene says. “They stayed in close touch with me once I got home from the hospital to be sure I was doing ok. I’ve told several people about Dr. Brooks and am just thrilled to be doing well.”

Learn more about this procedure: https://uw.health/4pzzcGK

09/23/2025

👏 Let’s celebrate our APPs!

Nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified nurse midwives, anesthesiologist assistants and certified registered nurse anesthetists play a vital role in the care we provide every day.

September 22–26 is National Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Week, a time to thank these incredible caregivers for their skill, compassion and dedication.
If a UW Health APP has made a difference in your life or the life of someone you love, we’d love to hear your story. Share a note of thanks today and help us show just how appreciated they are: https://uw.health/3JYA5Zj

09/22/2025

UW Health is proud to be the first-ever official title sponsor for all Wisconsin Badgers women’s sports.

Women’s sports aren’t just having a moment—they’re leading a movement. From a legacy of wins to an exciting future, we’re proud to back these incredible athletes.

09/18/2025

Vaccines play a key role in protecting older adults from serious illness. In this short video, Dr. Jim Conway explains which ones are recommended and why. Flu vaccines are now available. Schedule through MyChart or stop by our John Wall Drive Thru location.

Due to delays at the federal level, UW Health is not yet able to offer the new COVID vaccine. We will provide an update as soon as it becomes available at our clinics.

09/17/2025

American Family Children's Hospital had a superhero visit today. ⬇️💪

09/16/2025

Meet physician assistant Beatriz Folcik, who cares for families at our Oregon Clinic, a place she describes as a hometown, family clinic where staff and providers not only work together but also feel like family.

Caring for patients of all ages in the community where she lives brings her great joy. “When I see patients in the clinic, we have only a short time to figure out what is going on with their health. But when I see them in public and they are thriving — that is the best feeling,” she shares.

Born and raised in Mexico City, Beatriz has lived in the Madison area for 25 years – longer than she lived in Mexico. Celebrating Latinx Heritage Month is a way for her to reconnect with her heritage, celebrate the richness of the many Latin American cultures and honor the values that unite them.

Beyond the clinic, Beatriz shares her knowledge through monthly health segments on Milwaukee-based TV station Telemundo, helping Spanish-speaking families across Wisconsin with practical health tips — from firework safety to preparing kids for back-to-school sleep routines.

She also brings this perspective into her work: “When patients see someone who shares their cultural identity, they feel heard and seen. It helps us build trust and find the right solutions together.”

We’re proud to celebrate Beatriz and the many Latinx voices that strengthen our UW Health community.

09/08/2025

How is technology really affecting your teen’s health?
In this episode of Inside Medicine, Dr. Megan Moreno explains how screen habits can impact sleep, physical activity, and mental health—and how to help teens find balance.

What health topic would you like us to cover next?

09/01/2025

What makes cancer care different for young adults?
In this episode of Inside Medicine, Dr. Cathy Lee-Miller shares how our Adolescent and Young Adult Clinic supports patients ages 15 to 39 with care that fits their lives—not just their diagnosis.

What age-specific care topic should we talk about next?

08/28/2025

Our Pancreas Transplant Program was ranked first in the nation by the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients, a national quality tracker overseen by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

This ranking reflects top performance in two key areas:
🔹 Survival while on the waitlist
🔹 A patient's ability to get a transplant faster

The UW Health Transplant Center serves patients from across the country and is also among the nation's largest in pancreas transplant volume.

08/26/2025

Before surgery begins, a surgical technologist is already at work—preparing the room, organizing instruments and helping ensure every step is safe for the patient.

To support this essential role, UW Health has launched a new apprenticeship program in partnership with Madison College, the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development and the Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin.

This is the first registered apprenticeship in the U.S. to offer all coursework leading to an associate degree in surgical technology. The three-year program is open to UW Health staff and combines classroom learning with hands-on experience in surgical services-adjacent roles.

🎓 Graduates will earn an associate degree and, after passing board exams, transition into licensed surgical technologist positions—ready to support patients in the operating room.

In this video, surgical tech education specialist Shawn Knock shows what the role looks like in action.

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Windsor, WI
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