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11/01/2025

Think appendicitis always means surgery? Not necessarily.

New research shows antibiotics may be an option for some patients. Dr. Ryan Kidner, a surgeon with ProMedica Toledo Hospital, shares what this means for the future of treatment.

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The appendix is not as useless as once thought, but patients can still live without it. Previously labeled a vestigial organ with no modern-day purpose, ...

10/31/2025

Andrea S***z, a lab quality specialist at ProMedica, discusses blood work and what can be detected by blood panels.
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During routine checkups with their doctor, a patient might at some point be sent to get their blood drawn. When that happens, they are sent to a ...

10/29/2025

The holidays are full of joy, food and fun, but they can also throw healthy habits off track. 🍬
From mindful eating to staying active and managing stress, ProMedica’s Dr. Naomi Kasturiarachi shares simple ways to keep your body and mind healthy all season long:

The holiday season, from Halloween to Christmas, is a time filled with joy, tradition and togetherness. It can also challenge our routines, especially when it comes to health and wellness. Between …

10/29/2025

Amanda Zahn, MD, general surgeon at ProMedica, discusses signs and symptoms of breast cancer and when to seek out care from a breast surgeon.

Join Kathy Williams for the monthly Inside ProMedica!This month, Kathy is joined by Dr. Amanda Zahn to discuss Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the importan...

10/28/2025

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Use our online doctor search tool to connect with compassionate, skilled healthcare professionals across our network.

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10/27/2025

Stay up to date on the latest CDC COVID-19 vaccine guidelines. Hear from Dr. Brian Kaminski, vice president of medical affairs - ProMedica Metro Region Hospitals, as he breaks down what’s new and what it means for you.

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released new guidelines for the updated COVID-19 vaccines, recommending a shared decision-making model.

10/26/2025

Sisters Amanda and Dawn shared more than a diagnosis. From genetic testing to surgery, they supported one another, and leaned on their ProMedica care teams—every step of the way. ❤️‍🩹

Read their inspiring story: https://ow.ly/9Kf750Xa07w "

10/25/2025

Just when spring allergies die down, fall allergies seem to pick up the slack! Dr. Ahmed Elisa, allergist and immunologist at ProMedica, discusses how prevention is the biggest lesson he could teach.

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When the fall season starts, so do the allergies. “Weed, most notably ragweed, mold spores, and dust can make people pretty miserable in the fall,” said ...

10/25/2025

Julia Burrow, MD, pediatric psychiatrist at ProMedica Russell J. Ebeid Children's Hospital, discusses the signs, stigmas and treatment options surrounding Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.

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Experts work to educate families about the signs, stigmas and treatment options surrounding Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.

10/24/2025

Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to cancer prevention. Through genetic counseling, ProMedica experts like Taylor Steyer are helping people understand their risk and take control of their health.

“It’d be great to catch people before they even get cancer,” said Taylor Steyer, a genetic counselor with ProMedica. "5-10% of cancers are genetic, and that is about true for breast cancer, it's about 5-10%. Ovarian cancer is about 20-25%."

This Wood County woman is turning her story into a message of hope and prevention.
👉 Read how she’s encouraging others to take action this Breast Cancer Awareness Month:

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and one Wood County woman hopes sharing her story will inspire others to take prevention seriously.

10/23/2025

Dr. Camick and her team provide care that’s not just medical—it’s personal. Learn how she’s helping patients through every step of their breast cancer journey:

10/23/2025

Alexander Ghannam, MD, a ProMedica cardiothoracic surgeon, talks about what these procedures involve and some of the advances in technology.

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Dr. Alexander Ghannam, a ProMedica cardiothoracic surgeon, talks about what these procedures involve and some of the advances in technology.