Archives for Heidi Prescott-Wieneke

Beacon Children’s patients, families grateful for celebration, support from Spirit Halloween

It meant everything to Kaitlyn Parker, and her husband, Kyle, to watch their children last week having fun as they dressed up in Halloween costumes. And that’s because the past few months have been really hard on their entire family, watching 11-month-old Olivia go through chemotherapy and other treatment for acute...

Active grandmother motivated for joint replacement at Beacon to keep up with family

With five grandchildren between the ages of four weeks old and 11 years old, Donna Gordon needed plenty of energy – and the ability to move around. Unfortunately, her right knee did not always cooperate. “I have these wonderful grandchildren, but I couldn’t play as much as they or I would...

Joint replacement surgery at Beacon gives Notre Dame football fan a new lease on life

A real Notre Dame football fan, Rick Madlem and his wife were able to attend the big game against Clemson last year. The only problem was the walk to reach their seats. “The walk hurt, but I did it,” he said. It was yet one more thing that was becoming a little...

Beacon nurse shows strength, confidence and resilience at work and in national competitions

Clocking into her nursing shift at Beacon is actually very similar to the way Jordan Tighe steps onto the platform during a weightlifting competition. “You never know what the outcome of the day will be,” the Memorial Hospital RN said. “But I always put my best foot forward.” This is quite clear...

Beacon pediatrician shares importance of limiting screen time, creating healthy habits

Recent studies have shown how many children increased their screen time during the pandemic for entertainment and education, but they have not reduced the number of hours they spend in front of computers, tablets and phones. This concerns pediatricians like Dr. Linda Evans, Three Rivers Health, because too much time screen...

Beacon patient overcomes prostate cancer after minimally invasive treatment option

John Palmer has a neighbor who recently died of prostate cancer. And a friend who died of prostate cancer last year. And yet another friend who was diagnosed with prostate cancer and is currently fighting for his life. Palmer, too, was diagnosed with prostate cancer. Back in 2020, the results of a...

Beacon Health System named to prestigious 2023 Forbes list of America’s Best-in-State Employers

Beacon Health System has been named to the prestigious 2023 Forbes list of America’s Best Employers by State. “We are honored to be recognized by Forbes as one of the top employers in the state of Indiana,” said Beacon Health System CEO Kreg Gruber. “I am grateful to our associates for their significant contributions...

Beacon surgeon, Notre Dame engineer, collaborate on spinal fusion implant to help patients heal faster

After two decades of innovative, collaborative work by a Beacon Health System neurosurgeon and a Notre Dame engineer, patients suffering from chronic back pain will now have a promising new option in spinal surgery that leads to faster, more complete healing. Dr. Stephen Smith, who practices at Beacon Medical Group North...